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Holiday Programming on Network TV

Holiday Programming on Network TV

Back at the beginning of October, we ditched our dish.  I’m not a huge TV watcher (no time, what with my internet addiction), so I wasn’t too sad to see it go,  until I realized that we are going to miss out on ABC Family’s Holiday lineup of Christmas classics.  So, I’ve spent a few hours mining the world wide web and have put together a schedule of the family friendly holiday shows airing on … Read entire article »

Filed under: Frugal Fawn, Mommyhood, Things to Do

Free Fun For Families: June 11-24

Free Fun For Families: June 11-24

June 11 – 17: Tuesday, June 12 – Cedar Creek Trail Adventure @ Petit Jean State Park, 8:30am-10:30am Join Park Interpreter Mystina at the Pioneer Cabin (Cedar Creek trailhead) to discover some of the animals, plants, and natural forces that can be found along this beautiful, scenic trail. This moderately difficult trail is a 1 ¼-mile loop. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. Tuesday – Saturday, June 12-16 – 54th Annual Auto Show and Swap Meet … Read entire article »

Filed under: Events, Local Yocal

Free Fun For Families: May 29 – June 10

Free Fun For Families: May 29 – June 10

This Week: Thursday, May 31 – Morning Stroll @ Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9am Meet at the Arboretum trail head for a leisurely hike on this paved trail.  You’ll see wildflowers, wildlife, and more! Friday, June 1 – West Summit Trail Hike @ Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9am-11am Take part in this moderately-strenuous guided hike to the top of Pinnacle Mountain, where you’ll enjoy incredible scenic vistas and lots of nature along the way. Friday & Saturday, June 1-2 – Hats in Hot Springs Festival in … Read entire article »

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Free Fun For Families: May 20-27

Free Fun For Families: May 20-27

Hey! Is This Thing On?… If you enjoy the Free fun for Families posts, please leave a comment and let me know this week (this is a one time request).  These posts take a long time to compile, and I am considering discontinuing them if I don’t have enough readers. And now back to your regularly scheduled blog post… This Week: Sunday, May 20 – International Greek Food Festival @ Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Little Rock This is the largest ethnic … Read entire article »

Filed under: Events, Local Yocal

Free Fun For Families: May 13 – 20

Free Fun For Families: May 13 – 20

This Week: Monday, May 14 – Running of the Tubs in Hot Springs This open bathtub race highlights the city’s colorful history on World-famous Bathhouse Row in Hot Springs National Park. Wednesday, May 16 – Little Beginnings Toddler Program @ Old Statehouse Museum, 10:30am-11:30am The Little Beginnings Toddler Program is for children ages 2 through 4 with parent. Each month the class will highlight a different topic and promote learning through hands-on activities, music making, movement and storytelling. Friday-Sunday, May 18-20 – International Greek … Read entire article »

Filed under: Events, Local Yocal

Making Together Better

Making Together Better

I am finally getting a chance to get excited about heading out to the Type A Parent Conference in Charlotte next month.  BRICA, one of the sponsors of the conference, is running a contest for a full sponsorship for one blogger to attend. Their company’s motto is “Making Together Better”. The contest entry is to write a post under that theme. As I was looking through the contest information, I opened BRICA’s brand book.  It’s a … Read entire article »

Filed under: Mommyhood, Write & Blog