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Free Fun for Families: Nov 21-27
Friday – Sunday, November 25 – November 27 – 14th Annual Mountain Rendezvous @ Petit Jean State Park Experience a primitive camp and learn some of the survival skills used by Arkansas pioneers. Watch a variety of demonstrations including muzzleloading rifles, tomahawk throwing, and more! Co-sponsored by the Early Arkansaw Reenactor Association. Contact the park for a schedule: (501) 727-5441, petitjean@arkansas.com Saturday, November 26, West Summit Trail Hike @ Pinnacle Mountain State Park 9:00-11am Are you looking for a fun and educational way to spend the holiday weekend? How about a trip up to the Pinnacle Mountain peak with a park interpreter? Discover some of the common plants growing on Pinnacle Mountain and the history of this important landmark. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes for the hike. Saturday, November 26 – Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony @ … Read entire article »
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Playground Review: Indoor Tubes at Rock Creek
It’s a chilly, rainy day, and I’m about to go pick up my kindergartener, who will be wound up from spending the entire day inside. Meanwhile, the thunder is keeping my three year old from taking a nap, so he’ll be whiny and crabby without some serious diversion. It’s days like today that I’m glad to live near this particular playground, which is inside a church but open to the public (FREE). Playground: The Indoor Climbing … Read entire article »
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Free Trees and Showerheads = Energy Savings for Arkansas Residents!
There are two great opportunities going on right now for utilities customers in Arkansas. First, Entergy customers can order three FREE 2 to 4 foot trees of their choice. The trees are 100% free, no strings attached as long as Entergy customers plant them in an energy-saving location. There are 10 different trees to choose from including Red Maple, Crapemyrtle, Baldcypress, American Sweetgum, and Redbud. Go to www.arborday.org/entergy to claim your tree. You’ll be guided through … Read entire article »
Filed under: Around the House, Frugal Fawn, Go Green, Spending Less
Free Fun For Families: Nov 7-13
This Week: Thursday, November 10 – Live @ Laman 7:00pm An evening of musical fun featuring Artistry of the Guitar: Steve Davison, Ken Bonfield, and Micky Rigby. Feel free to bring a blanket and snacks. (The event is outside in nice weather and inside when it’s too cold!) Friday-Saturday, November 11-12 – Robotics Demonstrations @ The Clinton Center 10:00am – 2:00pm In partnership with the Science and Technology Group and FIRST® LEGO® League, the Clinton Center will showcase LEGO® MINDSTORMS Robotics. Arkansas FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL®) teams will present their robotic designs and demonstrate their problem solving skills, creative thinking and teamwork. The demonstrations are free and open to the public. Demonstrations will be held every hour. Friday, November 11 – Christmas Eve – Visit Santa @ McCain Mall in NLR & Park Plaza Mall in … Read entire article »
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Free Fun for Families: Oct 24-29
I’m a bit late on publishing this post for the week, but there are still lots of fun things to do in Central Arkansas that are FREE! October 26-28 – Pumpkin Carving Contest @ Pinnacle Mountain State Park Have your pumpkin on display at Pinnacle Mountain State Park for the Halloween weekend! Carve your pumpkin entry into a scene, activity, landform, plant, or animal found at the park. If enough pumpkins are entered between October 26 and 28, they will be lit and featured on the hayride route for hayride guests to enjoy as nighttime falls. Winners will receive fabulous prizes such as spots on the Halloween Hayrides or other programs, boat rentals, and other unique opportunities. October 27 – 16th Annual Big Boo!-seum Bash @ Various Museums 6 PM – 8:30 PM A … Read entire article »
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Free Fun for Familes: Oct 16-22
October 16-22 Wednesday, October 19 – Little Beginnings Toddler Program @ Old Statehouse Museum 10:30am 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.Call (501) 324-9685 for more information. Friday October 21 – Cruisin in the Rock @ River Market Pavillions 6pm-9pm See the coolest cars in Arkansas at “Cruisin’ in the Rock.” These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators will enjoy great classic rock n’ roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles! Go Here for events for Kids and Families at Central Arkansas Libraries. Go Here for events for Kids … Read entire article »
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