Northeast Arkansas Kids Directory - November 2022

Welcome to the November 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

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 nd out more about local o erings 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

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 bu et with adult bu et purchase.

Pizza Inn Free kids’ bu et with adult bu et 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.

THROUGHOUT NOVEMBER

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) 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 o ers 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, o ers music and movement classes for children ages birth to 7 years old. Year-round enrollment is available. Info: kmusiko onesboro.com or call (870) 761-6570.

Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Children’s 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 two years old will take place every Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Library. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will provide After-School Hangouts each weekday from 4-6 p.m. Each day will include two to three activity stations such as STEAM activities and arts and crafts. Info: (870) 935-5133 or 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.

The Bradbury Art Museum will present the People/Places/Things Art Exhibit through Nov. 30. The exhibit will feature perspectives on identity and moments of familiarity. Info: bradburyartmuseum.org or (870) 9723687.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4

The Foundation of Arts will present First Fridays at The Forum at 7:30 p.m. featuring Cory Jackson and MaryBeth Byrd. To reserve a ticket, visit foajonesboro.org or call (870) 935-2726.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5

The Foundation of Arts will present Originals Live from the Forum at 6:30 p.m. featuring musicians Jonathan McQuay, Jon Bailey and Anthony Garner. To reserve a ticket, visit foajonesboro.org or call (870) 935-2726.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11

The A-State Department of Theatre will present Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, an iconic musical of resilience, ambition and sisterhood. Showtimes will be Nov. 11, 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and November 13 at 2 p.m. at First National Bank Arena. Tickets are $17 and can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com. Info: (870) 972-2037.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a K-Pop Dance Party in the Round Room at 4:30 p.m. for children in grades 4-6. The Korean Student Association from Arkansas State University will teach trendy K-Pop dances inspired by popular bands. Admission will be free. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13

The 36th annual Lit’l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show will return to First National Bank Arena with holiday vendors and pictures with Santa. Hours are Friday, noon-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for children ages 13-18 and senior citizens 65 and older, with children 12 and under admitted free. Weekend passes are available for $12. Proceeds bene t athletic scholarships at A-State. Info: (870) 972-2401.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12

The NEA Gamer’s Guild will return to the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library for its monthly gaming event from noon to 5 p.m. in the Round Room. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to learn and play popular board games with gaming experts. Admission will be free. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host A Beary Good Sleepover at 6 p.m. in the Children’s Library. Children can bring their favorite stu ed animal to a special story time with snacks. Afterwards, children will prepare their stu ed animals for an all-night adventure at the library. Photos of the adventure will be provided at pickup on Tuesday morning. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18 – TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22

The Foundation of Arts will present The Nutcracker Ballet at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. To reserve a ticket, visit foajonesboro. org or call (870) 935-2726.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a Mock ACT Exam from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Round Room. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22 – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a Fall Break Staycation starting at 10 a.m. Monday through Wednesday. Activities will include movies and snacks, bingo, gaming, arts and crafts, a fall picnic and more. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

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