NWA Kid's Directory April 2024- Summer Camp Guide

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April is National Pickleball Month.

Take Good Care and get active!

Visit any ArkansasBlue Welcome Center statewide in the month of April and register to win a set of pickleball paddles and/or other pickleball-themed prizes. Winners will be drawn each week in April! Visit arkbluecross.com/location for store locations.

BENTONVILLE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 271-3192

www.bentonvillelibrary.org

BELLA VISTA

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 855-1753

www.bvpl.org

FAYETTEVILLE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 856-7000

www.faylib.org

ROGERS PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 621-1152

www.rogerspubliclibrary.org

SPRINGDALE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 750-8180

www.springdalelibrary.org

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Bogle Park

Razorback Softball

Fayetteville | 1pm

Come watch the Razorbacks take on Alabama.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Baby Bookworms (Ages 0–24 months)

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book.

Baum-Walker Stadium

Razorback Baseball

Fayetteville | 7pm

Come watch the Razorbacks take on Texas Tech.

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Amazeum Studio Grow

Early Learners: Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

April's Theme: Animal Mania

It sure is a zoo in here! Let out your inner animal as we explore in this playtime safari. Partners in Play is designed especially for children ages 6 and younger to explore, play and discover with their adult caregiver.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Toddler Time (Ages 2–3)

Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11am

Sing, read and play every day! Join Youth Services Librarians for puppets, songs and books.

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Dogwood Canyon Canyon Discovery Tour

Lampe, MO | 9:30am - 11:30am

Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park’s unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter. Reservations are recommended. Visit dogwoodcanyon.org

National Lemonade Day

National Lemonade Day on the first Sunday in May. We can feel Summer’s just around the corner; let’s celebrate National Lemonade Day with a refreshing glass of lemonade.

Moon to Mars Exhibit

Bentonville | All day

Blast off to Moon to Mars in the newest exhibit at the Scott Family Amazeum. Design and fly your own rocket, hover high above another planet, walk in a reduced gravity environment, and navigate the new terrain in the Lunar Rover.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Baby Bookworms (Ages 0–24 months)

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-5)

Fayetteville | 9:30am-10:15am

An engaging story time for our preschool patrons! They are invited to enjoy age-appropriate books and concepts year-round. During the school year, we add a craft!

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Bogle Park

Razorback Softball

Fayetteville | 1pm

Come watch the Razorbacks take on Auburn.

Amazeum Studio Grow

Early Learners: Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

April's Theme: Animal Mania

It sure is a zoo in here! Let out your inner animal as we explore in this playtime safari. Partners in Play is designed especially for children ages 6 and younger to explore, play and discover with their adult caregiver.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Toddler Time (Ages 2–3)

Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11am

Sing, read and play every day! Join Youth Services Librarians for puppets, songs and books.

message on nwakidsdirectory.com.

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Monthly Trivia Question

What

is meteor shower?

Answer: A celestial event in which a number of meteors originate from one point in the night sky. They are caused by meteoroids entering Earth's atmosphere at extremely high speeds. Fun Fact: April is a great month for meteor showers. One of which is the Lyrids meteor shower, which appears from April 16th to April 26th each year.

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Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Area

Toddler Storytime

Bentonville | 9:30am - 9:50am

Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.

Fayetteville Public LibraryStarr Foundation Children's Craft Room

After-School Workshop: Slime

Time (Grades 1–4)*

Fayetteville | 4pm - 5pm

Join us for an afternoon of making Slime!

Peel Mansion and Botanical Garden

BPL in the Community - Family Storytime at Peel Mansion

Bentonville | 10:30am - 11am

Books, songs, movement activities, and more - with a historical twist! All ages welcome.

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Fayetteville Public LibrarySchmieding Foundation Teen Project Room

Taylor Swift's The "Tortured Poet's Department" * - Album Listening Party, Friendship

Bracelet Making & Trivia

Fayetteville | 2pm - 3:30pm

Listen to Swift's new album, make friendship bracelets, and answer

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Preschool Story Time

(Ages 3-5)

Fayetteville | 9:30am-10:15am

An engaging story time for our preschool patrons! They are invited to enjoy age-appropriate books and concepts year-round. During the school year, we add a craft!

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Amazeum Studio Grow

Early Learners: Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

April's Theme: Animal Mania

It sure is a zoo in here! Let out your inner animal as we explore in this playtime safari. Partners in Play is designed especially for children ages 6 and younger to explore, play and discover with their adult caregiver.

Dogwood Canyon Traveling Trailside

Lampe, MO | 9:30am - 11:30am

Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts and information about plants and animals.

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Brothers and Sisters Day

Older or younger, our siblings are our very first friends and enemies. Celebrate your bonds today on Nations Brothers and Sisters Day.

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Dogwood Canyon Traveling Trailside

Lampe, MO | 9:30am - 11:30am

Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts, information about plants and animals in the park, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Preschool Story Time (Ages 3-5)

Fayetteville | 9:30am-10:15am

An engaging story time for our preschool patrons! They are invited to enjoy age-appropriate books and concepts year-round. During the school year, we add a craft!

Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Area

Baby Storytime

Bentonville | 9:30am-9:45am

Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Music & Movement (Ages 3–5)*

Fayetteville | 9:30am - 10am

Play and move to the music!

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John McDonnell Field Arkansas Twilight

Fayetteville | TBA

Come watch men's and women's runners from the University and beyond at this track and field event. You can find more information at arkansasrazorbacks.com.

Wonders of Wildlife

Shark Feeding | Out to Sea

Springfield, MO | 1pm - 2pm

Stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildlife. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservations are required.

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Bogle Park Razorback Softball

Fayetteville | 3pm

Come watch the Razorbacks take on Ole Miss.

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Did You Know?

AR Better Beginnings is a valuable resource tool for parents looking for information about child care in Arkansas or for details about what quality care looks like.Visit arbetterbeginnings.com.

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Look for the May issue of Kid's Directory this week!

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Fayetteville Public LibraryStarr Foundation Children's Craft Room

Preschool Play: Nature Sensory Play

Fayetteville | 9:30am - 12pm

Ages 3-6

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Amazeum

3M Tinkering Hub

Bentonville | 9am - 10:30am

May's Theme: Coding with Bots

Take a byte-sized adventure into the world of robotics and coding! Little Tinkerers will learn what bots do and how they move by getting hands-on with simple robots. Ages 3-6 with adult caregiver.

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Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Area

Family Storytime

Bentonville | 11:15am-11:45am

Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.

EAT FREE

EVERY DAY

BOAR’S NEST BBQ | ROGERS

One free kids meal with purchase of adult entrée. For kids ages 12 and under.

CATFISH HOLE | FAYETTEVILLE

Kids ages 4 & under eat free with adult purchase. Kid's meal is a one fish fillet or chicken fillet with fries and fixin's.

CICI’S PIZZA

FAYETTEVILLE & ROGERS

Every day, kids under 3 eat for 99¢ per adult entree purchase.

FRATELLI’S ITALIAN GRILL

SPRINGDALE

Kids 7 and under eat free.

JJ’S GRILL | ALL LOCATIONS

EXCEPT FOR JJ’S ON THE LAKE

Kids 12 and under eat free, one per paid adult.

MONTE NE CHICKEN | MONTE NE

Kids under 5 eat free. Our famous Fried Chicken Meal is $6.95 for kids ages 4-8 and $9.95 for kids ages 9-12.

Please keep in mind that some meals We recommend calling ahead if you

RON’S CHILI & HAMBURGERS

BENTONVILLE

After 3pm, kids 12 and under eat free. One per paid adult.

SUBWAY | ALL LOCATIONS

Take advantage of the Family Takeout Special and get a free footlong when you buy two footlongs. Available on website and mobile app.

WHOLE HOG CAFE

BENTONVILLE & FAYETTEVILLE

Kids under 12 eat free after 5pm with adult meal. One child per adult meal.

WRIGHTS BBQ | BENTONVILLE

JOHNSON | ROGERS

All small kids plates are $2 which includes a sandwich and a side. Big Kid meals are $4.50.

MONDAYS

BIG WHISKEY’S | BENTONVILLE

From 5pm to 9pm, kids 12 and under eat free with purchase of adult entree.

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479.267.5900

G U I D E

meals may require purchase. have questions or concerns.

BOAR'S NEST | ROGERS

Kids eat free all the time (one kids meal per adult entree).

LAS PALMAS

ROGERS & BENTONVILLE

After 5pm, kids 12 and under get a free kids meal. One per adult purchase.

MARIACHI’S IN NWA MALL

Kids 11 and under eat free from 5pm to close, one per paid adult.

MCALISTER'S DELI

Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal, includes drink. From 4pm to close.

MOJITOS MODERN

MEXICAN GRILL

$1.99 kids meal with adult meal purchase.

ON THE BORDER | ROGERS

Free sundae with kid’s meal purchase.

RIB CRIB

SPRINGDALE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Kids eat free after 4pm, two per paid adult.

TORCHY’S TACOS

From 3pm to 7pm, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.

VILLAGE INN

FAYETTEVILLE & BENTONVILLE

Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.

WAGON WHEEL COUNTRY CAFE

SPRINGDALE

Kids eat free after 4pm, one per adult.

TUESDAYS

BEEF O’BRADY’S | BENTONVILLE

$2.99 Kids Meals.

DENNY’S

From 4pm to 10pm, kids eat free. One per paid adult.

GOLDEN CORRAL | ROGERS

All kids meals are $1.99.

LA HUERTA | FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Taco Tuesday: $1 tacos all day.

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LOAFIN JOE’S FAYETTEVILLE & SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, kids 12 and under eat free. One per paid adult.

PRESSROOM

Kids 10 & under eat free after 5pm.

RED LOBSTER

One free kid’s meal with the purchase of each adult entree.

VILLAGE INN | ALL LOCATIONS

Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.

WEDNESDAYS FIREHOUSE SUBS | ROGERS & BENTONVILLE

Kids 12 and under eat free with each purchase of adult meal.

NOODLES ITALIAN

Two kids meal per adult entree purchased.

PATRICK'S BURGERS

SPRINGDALE

Free kids meal with any adult purchase. Dine in only. 3 pm to close.

RED ROBIN | ALL LOCATIONS

50% off kid’s meals.

SASSY'S RED HOUSE BBQ

Get one free kids meal with each adult meal purchased.

SMASHBURGER - BENTONVILLE

Grab a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, & drink). Kids 12 & under. Instore only.

WHOLE HOG | FAYETTEVILLE

After 5pm, mention kids eat free and get one kid’s meal with drink per paid adult meal.

THURSDAYS DAIRY QUEEN | LOWELL

Half price kid meals for kids 12 and under. No adult purchase needed.

JOSE’S BAR AND GRILL

TONTITOWN

Kids eat free 11am to 4pm every Sunday. One free kid’s meal per adult entree purchase.

THAI BASIL | BENTONVILLE

Kids get a half price kid’s meal, one per adult meal purchase. After 5pm. Dine-in only.

ZAXBY’S | FAYETTEVILLE

Up to two kids meals for $1.99 from 5pm to 8pm with adult meal purchase.

SATURDAYS

DENNY’S

From 4pm to 10pm, kids eat free. One per paid adult.

NEWK’S EATERY | ROGERS, FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Buy one adult entree and 32 oz. beverage, get one kid’s meal free. All day.

SUNDAYS

CATFISH HOLE

FAYETTEVILLE

Kids ages 4 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. Valid daily!

DICKEY’S BBQ

Free kid's meal with adult meal purchase. Dine-in only.

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JOSE’S BAR AND GRILL TONTITOWN

Kids eat free 11am to 4pm every Sunday. One free kid’s meal per adult entree purchase.

MODOKO (ASIAN KITCHEN) ROGERS

Kids eat free with adult entree purchase.

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL ROGERS

One kids meal for children under 12 years old every Sunday with the purchase of an adult entree.

SLIM CHICKENS ALL LOCATIONS

Kids eat for S1.99 with purchase on an adult entree.

THAI BASIL

BENTONVILLE

Kids get a half price kid’s meal, one per adult meal purchase. After 5pm. Dine-in only.

AMAZEUM

amazeum.org/programs/camps

1009 Museum Way, Bentonville (479) 696-9280

At the Scott Family Amazeum, the summer is all about you! We’ve designed two months of action packed camps that allow you to choose your own adventure! Each day we’ll do a deep exploration of a kid-requested topic. With different themes, your child can customize a camp experience that fits their specific interests. Map out your AMAZING summer with one camp, several camps spread throughout the summer, or even an entire summer of new adventures. Pre-registration & Payment is required.

Amazing Anatomy Dates: July 22-26 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

$290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

From your insides to your outsides and your nose to your toes, the body you live in is working hard! We'll get microscopic and dive deep into the amazing ways our bodies function with every breath we take. Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

Boxopolis Dates: June 5-7 | July 22-26 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $175 for Amazeum Members, $225 for Non-Members

There are rumors of a town so incredible, it can only exist in your imagination: Boxopolis! Come plan, build, and govern the great municipality of Boxopolis, where kids rule!

Bugbotics Dates: June 10-14 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

Buggin’ out with robots! Go beyond the world of bugs found in your backyard by creating a bug world through coding, robotics, art, and more. Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

Game On! Dates: July 8-12 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

Don’t just play the game—make your own! Use problem-solving skills to create your tabletop games. New challenges and old favorites will keep gamers of all experience levels entertained. Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

Girls STEAM Dates: July 29-Aug 2 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

Designed especially for girls, Girls STEAM camp will ignite wonder and fascination as you make discoveries, test drive some creative careers, and meet some amazing women! Join us for hands-on, real world exploration that will open your eyes to the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) possibilities all around you. Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

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Gizmos and Gadgets Dates: June 24-28 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

Are you ready to embark on an invention journey? As creative engineers, explore how things work or why they don't. Gear up to take things apart, reuse the pieces, and create your own inventions. Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

Kick Start Kindergarten Dates: July 31-Aug 2 Camp Hours: 9am-12pm Ages: 4-6

Cost: $150 for Bentonville Community Center Members, $160 for Non-Members

Get a kickstart on Kindergarten the Amazeum way through hands-on STEAM activities at Bentonville Community Center! Young minds explore sensory, science, tools, engineering, art, numbers and literacy through playful explorations. Designed especially for children entering kindergarten in Fall 2024.

Medieval Madness Camp Dates: June 17-21 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

You are hereby invited on an epic time traveling journey to the land of knights and dragons. Imaginations and creativity will flourish as we use STEAM and tinkering to explore catapults, castles, medieval sports and more! Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

Messy Mixtures Camp Dates: June 15-19 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $290 for Amazeum Members, $340 for Non-Members

Ready to get messy? Explore the world of chemistry to uncover the cool science all around us. Investigate things that squish, fizz, bubble, pop, gush, and splat! Extended morning (7:45am-8:50am) and afternoon (3pm-5:30pm) care is available for an additional cost.

Trails and Take Aparts: STEAM Mountain Biking Camp Dates: June 5-7 | July 29-Aug 2

Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 8-11 Cost: $350 per person

A Bike School Bentonville and Amazeum partnership, this camp combines mountain biking and STEAM. In the morning, campers will complete a skills assessment, learn mountain biking skills and ride the Slaughter Pen trails. In the afternoon, campers will explore tinkering and creativity skills as they dissect and repurpose bicycles and other biking gear at the Amazeum. Campers must already be comfortable riding on pavement. Mountain bike and helmet required for each camper - bring your own or one can be provided.

Zing into Kindergarten Dates: June 3-7 | July 22-26 AM

Camp Hours: 8:30am-11:30am | PM

Camp Hours: 1pm-4pm Ages: 4-5 Cost: $135 for Amazeum Members, $150 for Non-Members

Get a jump on Kindergarten the Amazeum way through hands-on STEAM activities. Young minds explore sensory, science, tools, engineering, art, numbers, and literacy through playful explorations.

Zing Zoo Dates: June 10-14 Camp Hours: 9am-3pm Ages: 6-11

Cost: $200 for Amazeum Members, $250 for Non-Members

Calling all animal enthusiasts! Get ready to stretch your imagination as you turn everyday materials into fantastic beasts, design blueprints, and construct your own zoo.

APPLE SEEDS

appleseedsnwa.org/kidstable

2648 N Old Wire Road, Gulley Park, Fayetteville contact@appleseedsnwa.org

The Kids Table Summer Camp Weekly day summer camps where kids spend the week at the Apple Seeds Teaching Farm gardening, harvesting fresh ingredients and making delicious recipes. Through hands-on activities kids become connected to the garden and are inspired to prepare healthy meals at Campers will spend the week at the Apple Seeds Teaching Farm gardening, harvesting fresh ingredients, and making delicious recipes inside our Teaching Kitchen. Through hands-on activities students will be connected to the garden and will be inspired to prepare healthy meals at home.

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SESSION 1: Kids' Table Summer Camp Dates: June 10-14 Hours: 9am - 12:30pm Cost: $195

SESSION 2: Kids' Table Summer Camp Dates: June 24-28 Hours: 9am - 12:30pm Cost: $195

SESSION 3: Kids' Table Summer Camp Dates: July 8-12 Hours: 9am - 12:30pm Cost: $195

SESSION 4: Kids' Table Summer Camp Dates: July 15-19 Hours: 9am - 12:30pm Cost: $195

SESSION 5: Kids' Table Summer Camp Dates: July 29-Aug 2 Hours: 9am - 12:30pm Cost: $195

SESSION 6: Kids' Table Summer Camp Dates: Aug 5-9 Hours: 9am - 12:30pm Cost: $195

ARKANSAS AIR & MILITARY MUSEUM

arkansasairandmilitary.com

4290 S School Avenue, Fayetteville (479) 521-4947

Camp Drake Hands on experience of flying, engineering, and military. Flight lessons included thanks to Young Eagles! Camp Drake is a 3-day summer camp at Arkansas Air and Military Museum that combines Aviation, Engineering, and Military in a hands-on way. This camp is for 8-14 year old's and the cost varies per year.

Dates: June 5th-7th Ages: 8-14 Cost: $75

Dates: June 12th-14th Ages: 8-14 Cost: $75

Dates: June19th-21st Ages: 8-14 Cost: $75

ARKANSAS SWIM ACADEMY

arkansasswimacademy.com

3709 W Southern Hills Blvd, Rogers (479) 202-5300

ACADEMY

Swim Camp Want to be confident in your child's swimming skills and water safety this summer? Arkansas Swim Academy's weekly swim camps are a great way to give your child five 30-minute lessons in ONE week! Swim camps will jump start the learn-to-swim process, boost your child's progress, brush up on techniques or achieve skills needed to progress to the next level. NOW enrolling for swim camps which run every week in June and July. There are so many great classes offered throughout the Summer. Go online and register your little one today! Ages: 3 & Up.

BE ACTIVE! FAYETTEVILLE PARKS & RECREATION

www.goplayfay.com/recreation Lake Fayetteville, Wilson Park, Kessler Mountain Soccer Fields, Gulley Park

Be Active! Summer Camp

A wide variety of half day camps filled with healthy, fun, and educational activities. They strive to create an environment where your child has an enthralling experience fostering life-long participation in sports and recreational activities. Regardless of experience in outdoor recreation or sports, each child is welcome and encouraged to participate! Camps include biking camps, outdoor camps, Tennis Camps, Theatre Camps, Soccer Camps and more. Go online and register your little one for some great fun this Summer! Dates: June 3th - July 26th Hours: 9am-12pm Ages: 5-15 (completed Kindergarten) Cost: $100-$300/Week.

ARKANSAS

BENTONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

bentonvillechristian.org

904 N Walton Blvd, Bentonville (479) 616-4880

BCA Summer Camp It is our goal that each child experience their summer to the fullest extent, all while learning academically and becoming more Christ-like individuals. Students will participate in exciting activities that promote teamwork and interaction, including daily field trips, hands-on project based learning, time in God’s word, wacky game times, and science experiments!

Dates: Mon - Fri Ages: PK - 6th grade Cost: $1580 (one payment), $790 (two payments)

Dates: M,W, F Ages: PK - 6th grade Cost: $990 (one payment), $495 (two payments)

Dates: Tues & Thurs Ages: PK - 6th grade Cost: $710 (one payment), $355 (two payments)

Dates: Mon - Fri Ages: Afterschool 3pm - 6pm Cost: $375, $187.50 (two payments)

Dates: M,W, F Ages: Afterschool 3pm - 6pm Cost: $255 (one payment), $127.50 (two payments)

Dates: Tues,Thurs Ages: Afterschool 3pm - 6pm Cost: $185 (one payment), $92.50 (two payments)

BENTON COUNTY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

www.bgcbentoncounty.org/summer-program

Benton County Clubs (479) 273-7187

Summer Program A weekly summer program at the Bentonville, Rogers, Bella Vista, and Pea Ridge Locations that will have a theme with programming and activities reflecting that theme. You are able to sign up for the weeks you want to attend and opt-out of the weeks you don’t! Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided at no additional cost.

Dates: June 3rd - August 2nd Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm Ages: 6-18 Cost: $20 Registration, $70/Week General Member, $30/Week Teen General Member (Scholarships available).

BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS

bgozarks.org

4703 N Crossover Rd, Fayetteville (479) 750-26207

Garden Magic Camp

Botanical GARDEN OF THE

Join us for a magical day of creativity and science. Students will learn about the mysterious world of insects and plants while creating costumes for the upcoming Firefly Fling Festival! Activities will include decorating caps or wings, making wands and building a take-home fairy house or gnome home for their own yard, all while learning about the lore and science around gardens. Dates: July 8-9 | July 15-16 Hours: 8:30am-2pm Ages: 5-8 Cost: $180 Members / $195 Non-Members.

Nature & Creativity Camp

Get outside, learn about the natural world, and have fun creating art! Campers will apply critical and creative thinking skills through interactive and hands-on exploration of science and ecology concepts including butterflies, carnivorous plants, reptiles, mammals, insects and much more. Dates: June 17-20 Hours: 8:30am-11:30am Ages: 7-10 Cost: $195 Members / $225 Non-Members.

Butterfly Camp

Explore butterflies and caterpillars and even eggs UP CLOSE! Use a hand lens to distinguish between different types of eggs and caterpillars. Study butterfly scales through a microscope! Examine which plants are best for pollinators. Be a scientist and participate in real data collection. In this five-day camp, butterfly volunteers will lead campers through hands-on lessons, engaging science projects, and various pollinator activities. Topics for study include habitat, life cycles, coloration and defense, and butterfly behaviors. All campers will also receive a caterpillar keeper/cage and caterpillar to raise at home! Dates: July 29-Aug 2 Hours: 8am-3:30pm Ages: 8-11 Cost: $220 Members / $255 Non-Members.

CAMP WAR EAGLE

campwareagle.org/

14323 Camp War Eagle Rd, Rogers Phone: (479) 751-8899

Camp War Eagle's Summer Day Camp is the premier camp experience for children ages 6-11 from Benton, Carroll, Madison, and Washington counties of Northwest Arkansas, providing opportunities for them to experience Camp War Eagle in a day camp setting. Check out our website for a complete listing of all of the camps we offer.

crosschurch.com/camp/

Fayetteville Campus: 2801 W McMillan Dr

CROSS CHURCH CROSS CHURCH

Springdale Campus: 1709 Johnson Rd

Pinnacle Hills Campus: 2448 S Pinnacle Hills Pkwy

Kanakuk Kampout! A traveling day camp sponsored by Kanakuk Kamps that will be hosting a 5 day day-camp on all three of our Cross Church campuses this summer. Kanakuk brings their staff of 35-40 college students and lead team to provide an onsite sports camp for 200-300 kids per campus. Kampout! provides dynamic programming, Bible teaching and sports activities. They will bring a massive rock wall, zip line, inflatable water games and more. The Gospel is preached all week and there are many opportunities for kids to respond to what Christ is doing in their lives! Dates: July 15-19 Hours: 9am-4pm Ages: 5-12 Cost: $319 per camper (discount codes, scholarships available).

FAYETTEVILLE ATHLETIC CLUB

fayac.com/camp

2920 E Zion Rd, Fayetteville (479) 587-0500

FAC Summer Camp Enjoy weekly field trips, outdoor games, gym games,arts and crafts, interactive games and more! Plus, we offer our group swim classes for beginner and advanced swimmers. Visit fayac.com/camp/ for registration information. List of 2024 Summer Camp schedule with Field Trips:

Dates: June 3-7 (Altitude, Siloam Springs Aquatic Center, Gulley Park, & Veterans Park)

Dates: June 10-14 (Lake Fort Smith & Springdale Aquatic Center)

Dates: June 17-21 (Lokomotion, Tyson Park, Wilson Park & Wilson Pool)

Dates: June 24-28 (Ozark Lanes, Willie George Park, Melvin Ford Pool, & Orchards Park)

Dates: July 1,2,3,5 (Malco, Gator Golf, Bentonville Community Center, & 28th St Park)

Dates: July 8-12 (Devils Den, Crystal Bridges, & Osage Park)

Dates: July 15-19 (Parrot Island, Carol Ann Cross Park, Prairie Grove Aquatics Center, & Battlefield Park)

Dates: July 22-26 (Fast Lanes, Rogers Aquatic Center, & Railyard Park)

Dates: July 29-Aug 2 (Amazeum, Ozark Nature Center or Beaver Lake & Roller City)

Dates: Aug 5 - 9 (SkyZone, Jones Center, & Shogun)

FIRST TEE

firstteenorthwestarkansas.org/summer-camp

715 E Monroe Ave, Lowell (479) 419-5807

Summer Golf Camp Each week of camp will have campers going through different skill rotations to work on different aspects of their game. Skills will include putting, short game, full swing, and the golf course. Lunch will be provided on the last day of camp only, along with an awards ceremony celebrating the week. Participants will be encouraged to bring a water bottle and small snacks daily.

girlscoutsdiamonds.org

250 Madison 8580, Huntsville (800) 632-6894

camp@girlscoutsdiamonds.org

Camp NOARK NOARK Camp's 300 acres have been the wilderness home to area Girl Scouts since 1967. Living units range from air-conditioned bunk houses to a true wilderness retreat that older girls build themselves. Campers at NOARK enjoy extensive hiking, target sports, arts and crafts, and a sisterhood in song. Camp NOARK is also home to our equestrian program. Girl Scouts - Diamonds also offers a summer STEAM Day Camp in Fort Smith. Visit the website to learn more about Girl Scouts and camp programs.

IMAGINE STUDIOS

imaginestudiosnwa.com/summer-2022

5212 Village Pkwy #11, Rogers (479) 619-6085

Summer Art Camp Imagine Studios summer art camps are a fun and creative way for your kids to spend the summer! Every camp session features multiple projects including canvas painting, wood door hangers, watercolor/drawing, clay, ceramic pottery, and other arts and crafts. Dates: We offer two different camp sessions every week Hours: Monday-Thursday from 9am - Noon or 1-4pm

Cost: $175 per camp session with $50 non-refundable deposit due at booking, balance due the first day of camp or choose to pay in full at checkout. Early Bird Discount: Pay in full on or before May 1 and receive 10% off tuition Grade Guidelines: Must be entering listed grade in fall of 2024. Bring a snack and drink each day and dress for a mess!

MOUNT SEQUOYAH SUMMER CAMP

mountsequoyah.org/camp-sequoyah/ 150 N Skyline Dr, Fayetteville (479) 443-4531

Outdoor Camp Dates: June 10-14

Cost: $375

“The mountains are calling, and I must go!” Campers head outside for all things nature! We’ll enjoy the great outdoors through hiking, nature crafts, natural science activities, and more!

Sports Camp Dates: June 17-21 Cost: $375

Let’s get moving! This camp keeps campers active while playing some of their favorite sports and trying their hand at some new ones!

Science & Tech Camp Dates: June 24-28 Cost: $375

Welcome to the world of STEM! Campers will get to experience robotics, natural sciences, chemistry, physics, and more!

Time Travel Camp Dates: July 8-12 Cost: $375

We’re hopping into our time machine this week for some imagination exploration! Our chronological adventure itinerary is yet to be determined but we'll make sure to include some camper favorites and new locations!

Food & Film Camp Dates: July 15-19 Cost: $375

Lights, Camera, Action–let’s eat! Old Hollywood or behind the scenes at a New York restaurant? We’ll be investigating the inner workings of both!

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Create Camp Dates: July 22-26

Cost: $375

“All the World’s a Stage”, and all our campers will be the players! Music, drama, dance, and visual arts will fill the week.

Epic Camp Dates: July 29-Aug 2

Cost: $375

Epic Camp is our end of summer fun camp! We squeeze in the all-time favorites and greatest hits right before we head back to school. We’ll be crafty, silly, and active–ending the week with our Camp Sequoyah Carnival complete with games and prizes!

OSAGE CREEK CAMPS

www.osagecreekcamps.com/ Bentonville, Springdale, and Fayetteville locations (479) 633-7542

Let’s go fishing! The guiding mission of Osage Creek Camps is to teach and equip every generation to enjoy and preserve the Natural State through fly fishing. Summer camp info can be found online. Dates: June 3-6, June 10-13, June 17-20 and June 24-27, 2024.

OZARK NATURAL SCIENCE CENTER

www.onsc.us/events

1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville (479) 202-8340

Ozark Natural Science Center offers a unique, immersion-based approach to learning about nature and the natural sciences. Camp activities include day hikes, night hikes, team-building, games, and small-group activities. We are located in Madison County between Huntsville and Eureka Springs. Our campers come from Northwest Arkansas, the Ozark region, and beyond!

Fledgling Summer Camp (2-day, 1-night) Dates: June 6-7

Ages: 6-14 Cost: $165 This camp is designed to be an introductory overnight camp experience for children who may not have been away from home before, and/or would prefer a short camp, and are interested in nature and science. Campers will be divided into field groups for hikes and other activities by age level. Activities include day hikes, a campfire and short night hike, games, hands-on classes and small-group activities.

Junior Naturalist Outdoor Skills Camp (4-day, 3-night)

Dates: June 10-13

Ages: 8-14 Cost: $400

This camp will help curious campers learn how to be great observers and investigators of nature, provide opportunities to use different tools and methods of field science and research, and be so much fun! Campers will stay in ONSC's lodges, and will be assigned to rooms by age and gender.

Learn How to Fly With the Pollinators (4-day, 3-night)

Dates: June 17-20

Ages: 8-14 Cost: $400

This will give campers the opportunity to learn about a variety of different kinds of pollinators their habitat needs, and problems they face. Campers will stay in ONSC's lodges, and will be assigned to rooms by age and gender.

Wilderness Skills Summer Camp (4-day, 3-night)

Dates: June 24-27

Ages: 8-14

Cost: $400

Have you ever wanted to learn how to survive in the wild on your own? Learn all about what it takes to survive in the wild, from tools and skills to the mindset needed to handle adversities and problem solve in the wilderness.

PEDAL KIDS USA

Pedalkids.com

3605 NW Wishing Springs Dr., Bentonville (479) 268-4030

Bike Skills, Teamwork, Stewardship & Fun! Perfect for kids aged 5-12, our camps provide a fun and adventurous way to develop essential bicycle & life skills while exploring the great outdoors. Catering to kids of all skill levels, this amazing opportunity will give your child a summer of growth, adventure, and unforgettable memories! Visit the website for more information.

Bentonville Camp Locations: Buddy Pegs HQ • Bentonville Community Center • Coler Mountain Preserve • Thaden School

Rogers Camp Locations: Lake Atalanta • First Baptist Church of Rogers (LTP) • Mt Hebron Park

Fayetteville Camp Locations: Centennial Park • Gulley Park

Springdale Camp Locations: Shiloh Square

ROGERS ACTIVITY CENTER

rogersrecreation.org/sdc

315 W Olive St, Rogers (479) 631-0336

Summer Day Camp Dates: Every week in June (info available online) Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm

Ages: Younger Camp: 1st-3rd Grade. Older Camp: 4th-7th Grade Cost: $125/Week Prepare for a summer of fun adventures. The RAC will rock your summer! Choose the weeks you need. Breakfast and lunch provided. DHS vouchers accepted.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL

sjfayschool.com/summer-program

1722 N Starr Drive, Fayetteville (479) 442-4554

Kids Camp A variety of great summer camps with fun, interactive themes each week! For more information, cost and registration visit their website!

THE JONES CENTER

thejonescenter.net

922 E. Emma Ave, Springdale (479) 756-8090

Summer camp is back at The Jones Center! We've created some new camp themes and brought back some of the favorites for a calendar full of fun and creative learning activities. We offer full-day weeklong camps and specialty camps, focusing on Arts and Performances, Sports and Fitness, and STEM and Adventure. Jones Center members get 20% off camp prices and scholarships are available!

THE NEW SCHOOL

thenewschool.org/summer halee.smith@thenewschool.org

2514 New School Place, Fayetteville

The New School Summer Camp Each day, activities will center around thematic units with lots of fun and hands-on learning through arts and crafts and activities. Base Campers will attend outdoor centered field trips a week to enjoy the beauty of NWA. All Campers will also enjoy special on campus recreational activities, recess, tech time, and structured free time to be social with their friends!

Dates: June 3rd - July 26th Hours: 7:30am-3:30pm Ages: Kindergarten - 8th Grade Cost: (Registration) $35/Camper, $200-$350/Week, (Extended) $45/Week, $10/Day

WONDERS OF WILDLIFE

Wondersofwildlife.org

500 W Sunshine Street, Springfield (888) 222-6060

EdVenture Camps With our expert team of educators as their guide, your child will interact with live animals, conduct in-depth experiments, create masterpieces and learn new skills in a safe and positive environment. Grade level specific camps are available for all students entering Kindergarten through 12th grade. Buy 3 Camps and get 10% off! All camps are located at WOW or Dogwood Canyon (DWC).

Both of these fantastic places offer camps that are fun and informative. At DWC, kids can enjoy excursions on foot and on horseback, exploring the Ozark’s ecosystem and terrain. They can learn about different animals and insects in the area, including those that left fossils behind from long ago. For more information, visit dogwoodcanyon.org/education/camps/.

At Wonders of Wildlife, EdVenture Camps keep your child connected with the great outdoors. WOW camps provide students with a fun and safe environment to further their knowledge in the areas of biology, chemistry, earth science, engineering, fishing, hunting and survival. From learning how to be a park ranger or zookeeper to learning about nautical navigation and archeology, WOW camps have something for every kid! See more info at wondersofwildlife.org/education/camps/#events.

YVONNE RICHARDSON COMMUNITY CENTER

friendsofyrcc.org

240 East Rock Street, Fayetteville (479) 444-3461

Summer Fun4kids Camp Themed weekly day camps filled with field trips, games, swimming, art and exploration of the world around us. FPS Child Nutrition Department Summer Lunch & Snack Program provides daily lunch and snack.

Summer Fun4Kids and Teens Camp We have eight weeks of themed day camps. Every week we go on field trips, play games, swim, do crafts, and explore the world around us. Our Summer Fun4Kids camp is for kids who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Lunch and afternoon snacks are provided for all campers by Fayetteville Public Schools Child Nutrition Department Summer Lunch & Snack Program. Our teen camp is exclusively for students who have completed 6th through 8th grade. In addition to our regularly scheduled field trips teen campers will go on a unique adventures separate from the kids camp. Registration begins in March with camps starting in June.

Summer Fun4Kids Junior Counselor Program This leadership opportunity is for teens that have completed at least one year of high school. An application and reference are required. Limited spots for each week are available. Applications and References due in early May.

Children are naturally curious. After all, there is so much to discover about their world.

Quality early childhood educators guide children through their own discoveries with stories, dramatic play, creative activities and experiments.

Hands-on experience helps children learn where food comes from and what plants need to grow.

Visit our website to find star-rated quality early educators who help children prepare for kindergarten through play and positive experiences.

MOM GROUPS

Stay connected to other Mom's and get tips and support. We're stronger together!

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers

Facebook - Central Rogers Mops & MomsNext

MOPS is a Christian based organization open to all moms in the

MOMS Club of Bella Vista/Bentonville

momsclubofbvb@yahoo.com

Facebook - nwamomsclub

momsclubofbvb.blogspot.com

A group of supportive, charitable and engaging stay-at-home mothers from all walks of life who come together and connect “mom friends!”

Fayetteville Momtourage

facebook.com/groups/faymomtourage

Formerly Fayetteville MOPS/Fayetteville MOPS @ The Grove Church A club creating time for face to face interaction for moms in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Their mission is to nurture moms and build a community of mothers!

Crunchy Mamas of NWA

facebook.com/groups/crunchymamasofnwa

A facebook group of loving mothers and researchers who feel it is a priority to share what they learn and how they can empower each other! This community is dedicated to providing insightful, holistic recommendations to moms in the NWA area!

Northwest Arkansas Mothers of Multiples Club

facebook.com/groups/nwamomc/ nwamultiplesclub@gmail.com

A non-profit organization focused on supporting and educating parents, grands, guardians and expecting parents of multiples in Northwest Arkansas.

NWA Moms RUN this town

facebook.com/groups/momsrunthistownnwa/ Needing some #momaccountability? The Moms RUN this town is a running specific facebook group that discusses running and fitness!

Northwest Arkansas Moms Group

facebook.com/groups/77642861673/

A facebook group dedicated to discussing parenting, sharing stories and tips, supporting small businesses and family friendly events happening in NWA.

S eve n Wee ks of Fu n at You r M use u m! at C rysta l B ridges

Make the most of the summer break with weeklong half-day camps at Crystal Bridges from June 10 – August 2. Designed for kids ages 4 to 14, summer camps are a great way for kids to learn valuable skills, make friends, and have a blast exploring art and nature. Packed with creative fun and built to inspire, there’s no better way to spend a summer than with camps at your museum.

Tickets are on sale now.

Learn more about dates, camp descriptions, scholarships, and more at CrystalBridges.org/SummerCamps