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Band of Mothers
Building a Mommy Network can be difficult whether you are new to the Mommy thing or just in a new town. I’ve wanted to write about this for a long time, so I was excited when Jennifer Pyron at Little Rock Family offered me the opportunity! Go here to check out my article on why moms need friends. At the bottom there are links to four resources to help you build your mommy network if you … Read entire article »
Filed under: Health, Health & Fitness, Mommyhood, Write & Blog
Playground Review: Two Rivers Park
Ok, yes, Two Rivers Park does not technically have a playground. But, it is still a fantastic place to take the kids for some exercise and exploration. Address: Located north of Cantrell Road along the Arkansas River, there are two ways to access the park. Click here for a driving map. Our new favorite way to get to the park is via Two Rivers Bridge. Click Here for more info on the bridge and a link … Read entire article »
Filed under: Little RockPlayground Reviews
May Day Memories
As a kid, I moved around a lot, so most of my memories are fractured pieces of this and that that often don’t fit together correctly. But, on this day every year, I have a flood of memories that come back to me from a tiny town called Bourbon, Missouri, where I attended 3rd and 4th grade. Our music teacher, Mr. Tetley, coordinated a May Day celebration every year that included the Maypole Dance, performed by … Read entire article »
Filed under: Not the Dishes
Free Fun For Families: April 29-May 6
This Week: Friday-Sunday, May 4-6 – Toad Suck Daze @ Downtown Conway One of the state’s largest festivals, includes arts and crafts, national entertainment, concessions, stuck on a truck, 5k/10k race, kids’ entertainment and play area, and world famous Championship Toad Races. Saturday, May 5 – Free Kid’s Workshop @ Your Local Home Depot, 9:00am – 12:00 pm These workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety, and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. All kids get to keep … Read entire article »
Filed under: Mommyhood
Playground Review: The Rocket Playground at Burns Park
If the rocket at Meriwether Park isn’t adventuresome enough for your kiddos, check out the other rocket playground, located across the river in North Little Rock’s Burns Park. Address: I-40 Exit #150 GPS:34.797340, -92.302729 (click for map) Hours: dawn til 10pm Equipment: Metal/Plastic Huge Rocket Climbing Tower 2XL Slides 1 Medium Slide Rock Wall Talk Tubes Activity Panel Setting: Large City Park Shade: None Surface: Wood Mulch Seating: 2 benches, Picinic tables under pavilion Restrooms/Water: Across street at softball field Other Features: an army tank that kids can climb on, … Read entire article »
Filed under: Little RockPlayground Reviews
Free Fun For Families: April 22-29
This Week: Sunday, April 22 – Earth Day Celebration @ Lake Catherine State Park in Hot Springs Programs and lake tours for all ages! Join in on the Kayak Shore Clean Up from 2-3pm. Register early if you need a kayak, or feel free to bring your own. Contact 501-844-4176 for more information Sunday, April 22 – River City Men’s Chorus @ Trinity United Methodist Church 3:00pm You will see and hear the men perform cabaret style numbers in … Read entire article »
Filed under: Mommyhood
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