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A NOTE from the Publisher Welcome to the June issue of NEA Kids’ Directory, the newest addition to 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

Meet Our Cover Kid! MADALYN STANSBURY

Parents: Matthew and Kathryn Stansbury of Jonesboro photo by Brittney Guest

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June

Fun Events

June-September Join the crew of ASU Museum’s Mock Construction Site for Building Buddies.

Pretend to paint, lay plumbing and flooring, climb scaffolding to lay brick, landscape and build up your imagination. Monday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Sundays and all university holidays.

Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Join Barnes & Noble for Story time Adventures in the kids’ department each Wednesday to read both new and classic stories plus sing fun-filled songs, 11 a.m.

Info: 336-2543.

June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Come to The Sensory Shop each Wednesday for Creative Art Camp. Children can do a different craft, from wooden chests to piggy banks, for June-August $5 each week. Join them at 2727 Caraway Rd., The Foundation of Arts is hosting FOA Summer Jonesboro. Info: 336-0745.

Camps and Workshops throughout the summer from 9 a.m.-noon at The Arts Center.

June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 Themes vary weekly. Students will be exposed The Sensory Shop will host Story Time at 10:30 to theater, art and dance each week. a.m. every Thursday during the month of June.

If students wish to focus on one specific genre, Join them each week at 2727 Caraway Rd. in hour-long registration is also available. For Jonesboro. Info: 336-0745. more information, contact The Foundation of Arts 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

June 4 St. Bernards Fun Forest at The Mall at Turtle June 1-June 30 Creek will host Stories in the Forest, a fun Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center afternoon of reading with Brian Rega, at 3 p.m. invites you to Feeding Frenzy every Tuesday Info: St. Bernards Healthline, 207-7300. through Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Learn more about the center’s residents and their feeding habits.

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June 4 Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center hosts “Tales and Trails Nature Stories and Crafts,” 10:30 a.m. monthly on the first Saturday. Info: crowleysridge.org.

June 13 – 17 Join The Foundation of Arts for its Summer Ballet Intensive from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Students will study ballet in an intense and focused setting with guest instructor Elizabeth Haag.

Students must be in the ages of 8-11 years old.

Info: 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

June 4, 11, 18, and 25 Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center introduces one of its resident creatures every Saturday at 10 a.m. during Creature Feature.

Info: crowleysridge.org.

June 13 - 24 NEA Baptist Clinic Wellness Center will host My Summer Success from 8-11 a.m. This free camp is a two-week summer fitness and nutrition program for children ages 8-12, during which they will engage in water games, swimming, workouts and nutrition education.

Info: Erica Huffstetler, 336-1760 or erica. huffstetler1@neabc.com.

June 4, 11, 18, and 25 The Sensory Shop will host Crafts from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Saturday during the month of June. Join them each week at 2727 Caraway Rd., Info: 336-0745.

June 6 - 10 The Advanced Ballet Intensive at The Foundation of Arts will be June 6-10 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. located at The Arts Center.

Students will study ballet in an intense and focused setting with guest instructor Thomas Yzaguirre. Students must have at least three years of ballet or jazz training, and/or be at least 11 years old to attend the intensive.

Info: 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

June 14 and 28 Science and engineering go hand-in-hand during Tink Tank, held every other Tuesday at the ASU Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

June 18-21 and 24-26 Come witness the story of Jesus Christ: Superstar told by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber and presented by The Foundation of Arts June 7, 14, 21, and 28 at The Forum Theater, June 18, 20, 21, 24 Join The Sensory Shop each Tuesday during the and 25 at 7:30pm, June 19 and 26 at 2 p.m. month of June at 11 a.m. for a free STEM Camp Info: 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org. for kids. The camps will be located at 2727 Caraway Rd., Jonesboro. Info: 336-0745.

June 20-June 30 Join CME Inc. for a fun day of Handwriting June 7 Hooplah. Using the Handwriting Without Open Arms Support Group for families with Tears method, which engages multi-sensory Autism, meets the first Tuesday of each month techniques to make handwriting a natural skill, at 6:30 at Grandslam Entertainment, 50 CR 792, an occupational therapist with handwriting Brookland, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info: Jennifer Covert, specialty certification, will use a fun hands-on 336-2786. approach to develop skills and teach correct

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letter formation during afternoon classes for children ages 5-8, 151 Southwest Dr. Info: Jocelyn Johnson 932-2099.

June 20 – July 9 The Young Artist Theatre, hosted by The Foundation of Arts, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., The Arts Center and The Forum Theater. Students will learn the ins and outs of the theater, both backstage and onstage, through producing “Mulan, Jr.” to present to the public. Auditions for the Young Artist Theatre Intensive will take place June 6-7, 5:30 p.m. Info: 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

in advance and $7 at the door.

June 25 “Finding Dory” will be the feature at Sensory Saturday hosted by The Center for Exceptional Families, where the lights are up and children are allowed to move about as needed.

Tickets are $5.50 per person, Jonesboro Hollywood Malco, 9:30 a.m. Info: 336-2786 or thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org. #WiggleWormsWelcome

June 23-25 Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz, a 2016 Children’s Theatre Production, will be presented

by A-State Theatre, The Fowler Center in Jonesboro, June 22-23 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., If you would like your event included in June 24 at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Info: our monthly calendar, email the details 972-ASU1 or AState.edu/Tickets. Tickets are $5 to rebecca@jonesborooccasions.com

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Visit us at 311 S. Main Street!

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Dine on a Dime

Your Guide to Where Kids Eat F REE!

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.)

Thursday Front Page Café 1 free kid’s meal with purchase of adult meal after 4 p.m.

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

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

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

Saturday Dixie Café Kids eat for $1.99 plus get a free sundae with adult meal purchase from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Zaxby’s Two kids eat free with each adult purchase from 4-9 p.m.

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2016 Party Guide

et the party begin! Whether you are looking for the perfect venue in Northeast Arkansas to host a children’s birthday party or searching for a fun way to celebrate your team’s winning season, this issue of NEA Kids’ Directory has the resources you need.

Our 2016 Party Guide is designed to help parents plan for upcoming parties and celebrations. It also provides contact information for parents who have questions about venues, rates, booking and more. Simply contact any of the businesses listed in our 2016 Party Guide to find out more. Remember to schedule your child’s party or group celebration as far in advance as possible!

The Northeast Arkansas Kids’ Directory 2016 Party Guide will also be available online at neakidsdirectory.com. As always, please mention that you saw these businesses and organizations in NEA Kids’ Directory!

The Basement Under Main Street

Looking for a unique party venue? The Basement Under Main Street, located at 311 S. Main St. in Jonesboro, is available for private family gatherings, graduation parties, birthday parties, reunions and more.

Equipped with a commercial kitchen, The Basement offers restaurant-style seating for events in the heart of Jonesboro’s historic downtown. Call 926.4726 to reserve The Basement for your next event!

Please see the ad on page 15.

Cakes by Ginger

Need a fun cake for a birthday party or event? Call Cakes by Ginger to start on a cake creation! Cakes by Ginger has created everything from the Hulk’s hand busting through the top of a three-layered cake to a realistic purple handbag. Custom cakes can be created for any theme.

Contact Cakes by Ginger at 530.2707 or visit cakesbyginger.com for more information and to order your cake today! Please see the ad on page 18.

Crown Limousine

The journey is often just as important as the destination! Plan your child’s next birthday or team celebration with Crown Limousine and arrive in style! Owner Shaun Brown offers the best experience available for limousine and chauffeured transportation in Northeast Arkansas.

With a quality fleet of stretch and Hummer limousines, Crown Limo will provide first-class transportation to all of your events or special occasions.

Celebrate in style! Call 215-0077 to schedule your limo ride today!

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2016 Party Guide Kona Ice

Kona Ice has arrived in Northeast Arkansas and is ready to make your party a hit! Let owners Steve and Kathleen Ruth make your next event one to remember. The Kona Ice truck can come to birthday parties, school events, team parties, fundraising events, employee appreciation events, neighborhood parties, church events and more. Birthday party packages start at $125 and private event packages start at $140. Call Kona Ice at 926-5090 for a price quote for your event today! Please see the ad on page 18.

Party Zone

The Party Zone by R & R Amusements is one of Jonesboro’s newest party venues. Located at 3216 Neil Circle, Party Zone offers fun, active, adrenaline-pumping adventure for children and an easy, value-priced party option for parents. A full-time party and play center, Party Zone features massive inflatable slides, obstacle courses, bounce houses, interactive games, toddler activities and more! Call 931-0651 to book your child’s next party or visit partyzonejonesboro.com for more information.

Please see ad on page 16.

RPM Athletics

What kid doesn’t want a bounce house at their birthday party?? RPM Athletics has you covered for your child’s next birthday or event with a wide variety of activities including bounce houses, trampoline and gym equipment and wide-open space at their facility for the kids to run around. They also offer batting cages with a viewing room to bring decorations and food to the event. For more information, call 870.268.2227 to plan your child’s next birthday party today!

Please see the ad on page 18.

The Sensory Shop

Enjoy a party package from The Sensory Shop today! They offer a chance for you to relax and enjoy your own event. The staff will create a unique and memorable party and pay attention to the details to make it a stress free occasion for you and your guests. Prices start at $300 for a party of 8 children (including the guest of honor) and $15 for each additional guest up to 20. Some of the items included in the package are hosts that lead the children through the activities, custom printed invitations created and mailed for you, CD of photos and many more awesome services during the party. For more information, call 870-336-0745 or visit the store at 2727 Caraway Road. Please see the ad on page 16. www.KidsDirectory.com/NEA

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Upper Crust Pizza Co.

The best parties have the best pizza! Upper Crust Pizza has two locations in Jonesboro to serve you: 3120 Shelby Drive and 1810 E. Highland Dr. Whether you are looking for a party venue or simply want to order pizza for your next big event, give Upper Crust Pizza Co. a call! A private party room is also available at the Shelby Drive location. For more information, call the Shelby Drive location at 336.7500 or the Highland Drive location at 933.1990, or visit their website at ucpizzaco.com.

Please see the ad on page 17.

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