Northeast Arkansas Kids Directory

Welcome to the June issue of NEA Kids’ Directory, part of the Occasions Publishing Group family of publications.

NEA Kids’ Directory has many features that make it a valuable resource for parents, teachers, grandparents, and childcare professionals – anyone who is involved with children. It is compact in size, making it a handy resource to keep in your purse or car. In addition, it offers valuable coupons for use at kid-friendly businesses and includes a calendar of events so you know what’s going on across Northeast Arkansas each month. You’ll even find a convenient dining guide inside that lists restaurants offering free or discounted kids’ meals!

Our goal each month is to help inform our readers of the many opportunities, events, products and services available for families in Northeast Arkansas. Please remember to support the businesses that advertise in this publication each month and tell them that you saw their ad in NEA Kids’ Directory. If you are interested in advertising in NEA Kids’ Directory please call us at 931-0012.

Audrey Poff, Publisher & Editor

Parents: John and Anna Easterling

photo by Melissa Donner Photography

LET’S GO OUT TO EAT!

MONDAY

Bliss Cupcakes Kids 10 and under get a free mini cupcake or frosting shot with the purchase of a regular cupcake. (10 a.m.-9 p.m.)

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

TaMolly’s Kids eat for $1.99 from the kids’ menu (nights only).

TUESDAY

Chicken Salad Chick Free Little Chick meal after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal. Dine in only.

Fazoli’s Kids 12 and under eat for $.99 with adult meal from 5-8 p.m.

Pizza Hut Free kid’s buffet with adult buffet purchase.

Pizza Inn Free kids’ buffet with adult buffet purchase (nights only).

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

WEDNESDAY

IHOP Kids eat free with purchase of adult entrée from 4-10 p.m.

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

THURSDAY

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

FRIDAY

Schlotzsky’s Deli Free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult meal from 4 p.m. until close.

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

SATURDAY

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

Qdoba Mexican Eats $1.75 kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée

SUNDAY

BA Free kids meal with purchase of adult entree

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

Qdoba Mexican Eats $1.75 kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée

Slim Chickens 1 free kid’s meal per adult entrée purchase.

To have YOUR restaurant featured in this listing, email brittney@jonesborooccasions.com

THROUGHOUT JUNE

The Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, located at 600 E. Lawson Road in Jonesboro, is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The center o ers visitors the chance to experience a unique piece of North America and its wildlife through multi-sensory movies, exhibits, trails, native gardens, nature programs and activities. Admission is free. Info: (870) 9336787.

The Arkansas State University Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. During these hours, visitors can enjoy the Family Reading Castle based on the museum’s Mother Goose collection of characters, the Tinkering Studio, galleries and more. Info: (870) 972-2074 or visit astate.edu/museum.

The Foundation of Arts o ers year-round registration for students interested in art, dance, theater and more. More information about art camps, dance camps, dance intensive programs and more can be found online. To register, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Jonesboro Music, formerly Kindermusik of Jonesboro, located at 2617 E. Nettleton Ave., Suite B, o ers music and movement classes for children ages birth to 7 years old. Year-round enrollment is available. Info: (870) 761-6570 or visit kmusiko onesboro.com.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library o ers a variety of free exercise classes and summer programs. Tiny Tales Storytime for children up to 24-months-old every Thursday and Friday at 10 a.m. in the Storytime Area. For times and locations of upcoming events, call (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

The Lawrence County Library o ers programs for children of all ages. Check the Lawrence County Library News or Facebook page for updates on upcoming events. Info: (870) 886-3222 or visit lawrencecountylibrary.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 2

The Foundation of Arts will present First Fridays at The Forum at 7:30 p.m. featuring Big Boy Changes and the Zach Childers Band. To reserve a ticket, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

The Arkansas State University Museum will host TinkerFaire from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In this hands-on experience, tinkerers will get to build, take things apart, create art, experience new technologies and participate in science activities. Participants of all ages can get messy, make mistakes, solve problems and have fun. For more information, email jkary@astate.edu or call 870-972-2074.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host the Summer Kickoff Party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the front lawn. The event will include music, lawn games, henna tattoos, food, special guests and more. Those who bring donations for the Furry Friends Fundraiser for NEAHS will be entered to win a Kindle Fire. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9 & SUNDAY, JUNE 11

The Foundation of Arts will present Aristocats, Kids: YAT at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box O ce. Info: (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 12 – TUESDAY, JUNE 13

Arkansas State Football will host the Butch Jones Future Stars Football Camp for students entering rst through eighth grade. This two-day camp will run from 9 a.m. to noon. Check-in will be 8:30 a.m. on the rst day. While advanced registration is encouraged, walk-up registrations will be allowed at check-in. To register, visit astatefootball.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will present Magic Mr. Nick at Parker Park from 10-11 a.m. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Friday Night Magic: The Gathering featuring Ms. Jolene in the Round Room from 4-6:45 p.m. Decks and supplies will be provided to those who do not have any. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 19 – FRIDAY, JUNE 23

El Centro Hispano will host Kids Spanish Camp 2023 from 9 a.m. to noon. The program will include cultural studies, Hispanic cooking, sports, Latin music, Hispanic holidays and more. The camp is for children ages 5-12 and the cost is $60. Info: email info@jhcsi.org or call (870) 931-1884 or (870) 926-1118.

MONDAY, JUNE 19 & MONDAY, JUNE 26

Christie McNeill Dance Studio in Jonesboro will host two Summer Dance Workshops during June. Workshop 1 begins June 19 and Workshop 2 begins June 26. Individuals interested in participating should call Christie McNeill Dance Studio at (870) 932-2377. Info: visit christiemcneill.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21

The Dinosaur Crew will visit Parker Park from 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. This educational dinosaur experience is free and hosted by the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 24

The Northeast Arkansas H2GO Fun Run & Walk will take place at Craighead Forest Park at 8 a.m. Age-group awards, door prizes, and refreshments will be provided. The 2-mile walk/run will bene t Alzheimer’s Arkansas. Info: visit alzark. org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 24 – MONDAY, JUNE 26 & FRIDAY, JUNE 30

The Foundation of Arts will present West Side Story at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box O ce. Info: (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Libraries Make Learning FUN!

Whether online or in person, public libraries are a great resource for parents with young children. Many public libraries in Northeast Arkansas expanded online activities during the COVID-19 pandemic and are striving to make more services available. To find out more about local offerings from area libraries, contact one of the libraries listed in our resource guide or follow them on social media.

Library Resource Guide

CRAIGHEAD COUNTY

Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library

Phone: (870) 935-5133

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Caraway Public Library - Caraway

Phone: (870) 482-3394

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Kohn Memorial Library - Monette

Phone: (870) 486-2515

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

McAdams Public Library - Lake City

Phone: (870) 237-4407

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

LAWRENCE COUNTY

Lawrence County Library - Walnut Ridge

Phone: (870) 886-3222

Website: lawrencecountylibrary.com

Bobbie Jean Memorial Library - Imboden

Phone: (870) 869-2093

Website: imbodenlibrary.wordpress.com

Driftwood Public Library - Lynn

Phone: (870) 528-3506

GREENE COUNTY

Greene County Public Library - Paragould

Phone: (870) 236-8711

Website: mylibrarynow.org/greene

POINSETT COUNTY

Poinsett County Library

Phone: (870) 578-4465

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Goldsby Library - Lepanto

Phone: (870) 475-6144

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Marked Tree Public Library - Marked Tree

Phone: (870) 358-3190

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

West Poinsett Memorial Library - Weiner

Phone: (870) 684-2235

Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

MISSISSIPPI COUNTY

Blytheville Public Library

Phone: (870) 762-2431

Website: mclibrary.net

Manila Public Library

Phone: (870) 561-3525

Website: mclibrary.net

Osceola Public Library

Phone: (870) 563-2721

Website: mclibrary.net

Wilson Public Library

Phone: (870) 655-8414

Website: mclibrary.net

Keiser Public Library

Phone: (870) 526-2073

Website: mclibrary.net

Leachville Public Library

Phone: (870) 539-6485

Website: mclibrary.net

2023 PARTY Guide

Whether you are searching for the perfect gift for a birthday party, an exciting venue to celebrate the season with your sports team or a photographer to capture each milestone, we hope you will consider the advertisers in this issue of Northeast Arkansas Kids’ Directory to help take your next kids’ event to the next level!