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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 buffe purchase.
Pizza Inn Free kids’ buffet with adult buffe 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.
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THROUGHOUT APRIL
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 offers 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) 933-6787.
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: astate.edu/museum or (870) 972-2074.
The Foundation of Arts offers year-round registration for students interested in art, dance, theater and more. To register, visit foajonesboro.org. Info: (870) 935-2726.
Jonesboro Music, formerly Kindermusik of Jonesboro, located at 2617 E. Nettleton Ave., Suite B, offers music and movement classes for children ages birth to 7 years old. Year-round enrollment is available. Info: kmusikoffonsboro.com or call (870) 761-6570.
Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Family Storytime for children of all ages every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Library. Tiny Tales Storytime for children up to 24-months-old will take place every Thursday and Friday at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Library. Info: (870) 935- 5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.
Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library offers a variety of free exercise classes each month including yoga, karate, and Zumba. For times and locations of �tness classes, call 870) 935- 5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.
The Lawrence County Library offers programs for children of all ages. Check the Lawrence County Library News or Facebook page for updates on upcoming events. Info: (870) 886-3222.
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April
SATURDAY, APRIL 1
Jonesboro’s Best Kids Easter Egg Hunt will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Craighead Forest Park. The event will include games, prizes, pictures with the Easter Bunny and more for kids ages 12 and under. The event is free to the public. Info: tourjonesboro.com.
The Color Me EGG-cited D.A.R.E. Run at Central Baptist Church will begin at 9 a.m. Participants will collect an egg between each color station. Participants 12 and under can participate in an Easter egg hunt following the run. Info: raceroster.com or visit Jonesboro D.A.R.E. on Facebook.
THURSDAY, APRIL 6
The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour will visit First National Bank Arena at 7 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit fnbarena.com or call (870) 972-2781.
FRIDAY, APRIL 7
The Northeast Arkansas Humane Society will host its annual Easter Bake Sale at Faith Free Will Baptist Church beginning at 7 a.m. Drop-off will be on pril 6 from 4-7 p.m. or any time on April 7. With a minimum donation, children can take photos with the Easter Bunny on April 6 from 4:30-6:30. Cakes from Causbie’s Bakery in Kennett can be pre-ordered and picked up at the sale. All proceeds will bene�t NEAHS. Info: neahs.org or (870) 932-5185.
The Foundation of Arts will present First Fridays at The Forum at 7:30 p.m. featuring the Aaron Headley Band and Clayton Herndon. To reserve a ticket, visit foajonesboro.org or call (870) 935-2726.
SATURDAY, APRIL 8
The second annual Easter in the Park event will be held at Craighead Forest Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A sensory egg hunt for small children will begin at 11:30 at Pavilion 4 with the Easter Egg Hunt beginning at noon at Pavilion 3. Horse rides will be available from 12:30 to 2 p.m. For more information, email Michael Jackson at diegoranchinc@gmail.com or Amanda Emerson at amanda@mindaligncounseling.net. The event is free and open to the public. Donations to Diego Ranch will be accepted.
THURSDAY, APRIL 13 –
FRIDAY, APRIL 28
The Bradbury Art Museum will present the Spring 2023 Senior Exhibitions. This includes two coinciding group exhibitions, titled Soup and Salad, which showcase the artwork of six graduating seniors from the Arkansas State University Department of Art + Design: Christian Adams, A. Skylar Evans, Loretta Lyon, Salem Newton, Youssef Sheroubi, and Cassie Watson. The museum is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Info: visit bradburyartmuseum.org or call (870) 972-3687.
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THURSDAY, APRIL 13 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 31
The Bradbury Art Museum will present Fabrics and Fabrications, a curated group exhibition exploring reconstruction, deconstruction, and transformation. The museum is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Info: visit bradburyartmuseum.org or call (870) 972-3687.
FRIDAY, APRIL 14
The Craighead County Master Gardeners will present “Garden in a Bag” at noon in the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library. The event will demonstrate an alternative way to grow fresh fruits and vegetables. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org or (870) 935-5133.
FRIDAY, APRIL 14 – SUNDAY, APRIL 16
The Foundation of Arts will present Disney’s Camp Rock The Musical at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box O ce. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 15
The World’s Largest Yard Sale will be held from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the A-State baseball �eld parking lot in Jonesboro. Booth spaces can be reserved for $60 by calling (870)-933-8800 or completing the form online at�www.jradiogroup.com.
FRIDAY, APRIL 21 – SATURDAY, APRIL 22
The Foundation of Arts will present its 2nd annual Oasis Film and Digital Media Festival at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro. The festival will include �lm showings, speakers, workshops and more. Info: oasisfest.org.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 22
The 6th annual Oasis Arts and Eats Festival will take place in Downtown Jonesboro from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature visual artists and crafters, local food vendors, live music performances, kid-friendly activities and more. The event is free to the public. Info: oasisfest.org.
SUNDAY, APRIL 23
The Delta Symphony Orchestra will present its Young Artist Concert at 2 p.m. in Riceland Hall of The Fowler Center. The event will feature the winners of its nationwide 2023 Young Artist Competition and a children’s chorus from area schools. To purchase tickets, visit deltasymphonyorchestra.org or call (870) 761-8254.
THURSDAY, APRIL 27
For King + Country will visit First National Bank Arena at 7 p.m. to perform new music from their latest album “What Are We Waiting For.” To purchase tickets, visit fnbarena.com or call (870) 972-2781.
SATURDAY, APRIL 29
First National Bank Arena will host the Generations Pro Rodeo at 7 p.m. Events include bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, team roping and steer wrestling. To purchase tickets, visit fnbarena.com or call (870) 972-2781.
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