NWA Kid's Directory December 2022 Holiday Guide

Research tells us children learn best through play. It’s only natural that children are more open to learning when they are happy, and more likely to remember a fun experience.

Child care providers are your partners in preparing your child for kindergarten and a future bright with opportunity.

Give your child the best start in life with quality childhood educators that use story, dramatic play and hands-on experience to lead children to learning.

Reach for the stars – visit our website to find star-rated quality early childhood educators.

DECEMBER 2022 DIRECTORY LISTINGS

EDUCATION

Better Beginnings 2

Amazeum 3

Arkansas Air/Military Museum ..............5

Safe Kids Safety Tip 17 LISA Academy 29 Wonders of Wildlife 32

ENTERTAINMENT

Amazeum 3

Arkansas Air/Military Museum ..............5 Malco Theatres..........................................6

Peel Compton Foundation 6 Fayetteville Athletic Club 7 The Jones Center .................................. 11

Kid's Page 19 Fast Lane 28 Holiday MadLib ...................................... 30 Walton Arts Center 31 Wonders of Wildlife 32

FAMILY

Amazeum 3

Once Upon a Child 4

Arkansas Air/Military Museum ..............5 Malco Theatres..........................................6

Peel Compton Foundation 6 Fayetteville Athletic Club ........................7 The Jones Center .................................. 11 Schlotzsky's 12 TCBY 13

Dairy Queen .......................................... 13 Fast Lane 28 Walton Arts Center 31 Wonders of Wildlife ............................. 32

HEALTH

Collier Drug Stores .................................6 Fayetteville Athletic Club ........................7 NWA Pediatrics.....................................10 HerHealth WRMC 11

Safe Kids Safety Tip ............................... 17 Pediatrics Plus 18 Ozark Pediatrics 30

PRODUCTS

Once Upon a Child 4

Arkansas Air/Military Museum 5 Schlotzsky's

Dairy Queen 13 Wonders of Wildlife 32

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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

December 2022

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Theatre Squared

A Christmas Carol

Fayetteville | Dec. 1-24

Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Baby Bookworms

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book. Great for all ages 0–24 months.

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

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Walton Arts CenterBaum Walker Hall

Symphony of Northwest Arkansas: The SnowmanA Family Concert Fayetteville | 2pm

Join us for a special screening of The Snowman, based on Raymond Briggs’ classic children’s book, with the original score performed live by SoNA. A sing-a-long will follow.

Get a FREE Medium Cone with any purchase!!

See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

Fayetteville Public LibraryStarr Foundation Children's Craft Room

LEGO Ornaments

Fayetteville | 2pm - 3:30pm

SPRINGDALE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 750-8180 www.springdalelibrary.org

Buy One, Get One Free

See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

Students will make an ornament out of LEGOs. For grades 1-4. Registration is required.

Bentonville Public Library

Around the World with BPL Bentonville | 4:30pm

Learn about a different country from someone who grew up there! For kids in kindergarten6th grade. Registration is not required.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room School's Out Movies: "Rumble" (PG) Fayetteville | 2pm - 3:30pm Enjoy a free screening of animated monster wrestling!

New Year's Day

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Baby Bookworms

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book. Great for all ages 0–24 months.

Rogers Public LibraryFriends of RPL Community Rm Teen Anime

Rogers | 5pm - 7pm

Come watch anime and hang out with other fans, sharing your fan art, fan fiction and more! Ages 13-18, RPL Teen Anime is the last Tuesday of every month at 5pm.

Amazeum Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity.

Pea Ridge Community Library Chess Club

Pea Ridge | 5pm - 6pm All skill levels welcome

This month in History… December is Read a New Book Month

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Toddler Time

Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11am Sing, read and play every day! Join Youth Services Librarians for puppets, songs and books. Great for all ages 2-3 years.

Fayetteville Public LibraryStarr Foundation Children's Craft Room

After-School Workshop: Solar System Paintings

Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11:30am

Make art depicting the wonders of space using mixed media! For grades 1-4. Registration is required.

Trike Theater

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Bentonville | 7pm - 8pm Picture the most inventively awful kids in history. That’s the Herdmans. Now imagine having to put on a Christmas pageant with those kids ‘volunteering’ for the best parts. Is it truly the best Christmas pageant ever?

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Sing-along with Mr. Troy Fayetteville | 10am - 11am Sing fun holiday songs with Mr. Troy!

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Toddler Time

Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11am Sing, read and play every day!

Join Youth Services Librarians for puppets, songs and books. Great for all ages 2-3 years.

Lakeview Baptist Church

A Christian Christmas Carol Cave Springs | See Below

Adapted from the much-loved Dickens story, don't miss this family-friendly performance of the gospel through one man's story of redemption. December 15 and 16 at 7:00 pm and December 18 at 6:00 pm.

Walton Arts CenterBradberry Amphitheater & Rose Garden

Winter Nights Fayetteville | 5pm - 11pm Gather with your friends, family, neighbors and coworkers and enjoy the twinkling lights and beautiful silvery decorations Dec. 1-23 Thursday -Saturday only. Visit website for more info.

Walton Arts CenterBaum Walker Hall

Bluey's Big Play

Fayetteville | Dec. 20-21

Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets.

Theatre Squared

A Christmas Carol Fayetteville | Dec. 1-24

Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

Amazeum Partners in Play Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity.

Amazeum Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity.

Rogers Public Library

Teen Thursday Night Rogers | 6pm - 8pm

Ages 13-18. Thursday night is teen night at RPL! Games, movies and more!

National Bacon Day

Today is the day that bacon lovers celebrate one of nature’s favored gifts and enjoy some bacon!

Botanical Gardens

Jingle Bell Jog

Fayetteville | 8am

Runners and walkers of all levels and ages are invited to participate in the 10th Annual Jingle Bell Jog 5K & Children’s Fun Run. Ugly Christmas sweaters, Santa hats, elf ears – anything that sparkles and jingles is highly encouraged!

Rogers Public Library

Homeschool Explorers

Rogers | 4pm - 5pm

Join Ms. Emily as she explores the elements and the Periodic Table through learning, drawing, and crafts! Best for ages 7-12. Registration required. Please include your email in your registration. The Zoom link will be emailed to you.

Amazeum Homeschool Adventures | World Traveler

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

Designed for children 6 - 11.Pack your bags and let’s go on an adventure! We’ll discover a different country's culture, music, and architecture each week. Advanced registration and payment required.

Rogers Public Library

STEAM Explorations – Virtual Rogers | 10am - 10:15am Pick up a packet at the library and follow along with the videos on RPL's Facebook page or YouTube channel for instructions on how to do the craft or experiment!

Christmas Eve

Happy Happy

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.

CHILI’S | ALL LOCATIONS

My Chili's Rewards members can receive free kids meal rewards offers that can be redeemed inrestaurant or online.

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.

D I N I N G

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

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.

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.

MONDAYS

BLISS CUPCAKE

FAYETTEVILLE

& ROGERS

From 10am to 9pm, kids 10 and under get a free mini cupcake or frosting shot with the purchase of a regular cupcake.

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U I D E

meals may require purchase. have questions or concerns.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS ALL LOCATIONS

$1.99 kids meal with adult meal purchase.

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

One kid’s meal with purchase of adult meal, includes drink. From 5pm to close.

MOJITOS MODERN MEXICAN GRILL

$1.99 kids meal with adult 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

AQ CHICKEN | SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, up to two children (10 and under) eat free with purchase of one adult meal. Dine-in only, drink not included.

BEEF O’BRADY’S | BENTONVILLE $2.99 Kids Meals.

BIG WHISKEY’S

BENTONVILLE & FAYETTEVILLE

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

DENNY’S

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

GOLDEN CORRAL | ROGERS

All kids meals are $1.99.

K I D ' S E A T F R E E

LA HUERTA | FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Taco Tuesday: $1 tacos all day.

LOAFIN JOE’S

FAYETTEVILLE

& SPRINGDALE

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

PRESSROOM

Kids 10 and under can eat for free after 5pm.

RED LOBSTER

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

VILLAGE INN

FAYETTEVILLE

& BENTONVILLE

Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.

WALK-ONS SPORTS BISTREAUX

Kids eat free, all day.

WEDNESDAYS

NOODLES ITALIAN

Two kids meal per adult entree purchased.

RED ROBIN | ALL LOCATIONS

50% off kid’s meals.

SASSY’S

RED HOUSE

FAYETTEVILLE

Free kids meal with purchase of one adult meal.

SMASHBURGER - BENTONVILLE

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

THURSDAYS

AQ CHICKEN | SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, up to two children (10 and under) eat free with purchase of one adult meal. Dine-in only, drink not included.

DAIRY QUEEN | LOWELL

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

JOSE’S BAR AND GRILL TONTITOWN

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

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.

with us: 479.267.5900

NEWK’S EATERY | ROGERS, FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

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

SUNDAYS

DICKEY’S BBQ

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

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

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.

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

ALL THINGS KINDRED

425 W Walnut St, Rogers | (479) 252-0964 Instagram: @allthingskindred

All Things Kindred is a shop featuring all things flowers, plants and home decor. Give your loved one the gift that keeps on growing- choose from their large assortment of pots and plants or give a gift card as a stocking stuffer!

AMAZEUM

1009 Museum Way, Bentonville (479) 696-9280 | amazeum.org

Wondering how to give an Amazeum experience any time of year? You're in the right place. Amazeum gift tickets are the perfect way to give a unique experience for the entire family. Call us at 479-696-9280 option 0 to make someone's day amazing.

BEAR HOLLOW KIDS

709 SW A St, Suite 5, Bentonville (479) 650-8780 | bearhollowkids.com

Bear Hollow Kids is a boutique with on-trend items for babies and toddlers including clothing, accessories, and decor. They can make gift boxes and are perfect for parents to be!

BEYOND URBAN

1094 E Henri De Tonti Blvd, Springdale (479) 361-8797 | shopbeyondurban.com

Beyond Urban is your destination for Boutique, Vintage, Gifts, and More this Holiday Season! They are an online & storefront based retailer bringing femininity to another level while mixing edgy, boho, modern, and vintage. They want to help you dress yourself and your home!

BRICKCITY

1404 N College Ave, Fayetteville (479) 345-4440 | theshopsatbrickcity.com

With over 100 different small businesses in one location, BrickCity is truly a one-stopshop. You will find Fashion Boutiques, Gift Shops, Home Goods, Gourmet Businesses and so much more!

BUSY BINS

Fayetteville | Instagram: @busybins4kids facebook.com/busybins4kids/

This local teacher loved seeing kids grow their imagination by creating and working with all of their senses. She shares her love of sensory play through Busy Bins! Creative, educational, and emotional processing sensory bins in two sizes(small and large), with lavender infused homemade playdough to help calm overwhelmed little hands. Direct message on instagram to place your order!

CITY SUPPLY

15 S Block Ave, Suite 101, Fayetteville (479) 304-8459 | citysupplyfayetteville.com

A general store located in Fayetteville Historic Square, with the focus to have something for everyone. They carry decor, camping gear, mens and women apparel, baby items, art, and pantry goods, with a price point for everybody!

DANDY ROLL

107 W Walnut St, Suite A, Rogers (479) 372-6626 | dandyrollhome.com

Dandy Roll modern mercantile focuses on bringing quality, unique goods to their customers. They carry a large selection of original artwork, home and gift, and a selection of clothing and accessories.

DILLY DALLY’S TOY STORE

3301 S Market St, Suite 103, Rogers (479) 273-5557 | dillydallys.com

DILLY DALLY’S

This family owned and operated specialty toy store offers its customers a selection of safe, quality, one of a kind toys, gifts, books, and games. Their goal is to make finding the perfect gift as simple, easy and fun as possible.

EDEN’S BOTANICALS

3959 N Steele Blvd Suite 132, Fayetteville (479) FLOWERS | (479) 356-9377| edensflowertruck.com

Eden’s Flower Truck is a mobile flower boutique and now a brick and mortar storefront in the Uptown Plaza that provides an immersive flower buying experience, offering extravagant, yet affordable flowers, succulents and plants for all occasions.

EUNA MAE’S

1672 S 48th St, Suite A, Springdale (479) 419-9690 | shopeunamaes.myshopify.com

A one-of-a-kind kitchen boutique that has become a local favorite as well as a destination highlight for travelers around the country. They offer beautifully curated home goods as well as in-store cooking classes, author signings, and more!

FAYETTEVILLE ATHLETIC CLUB

2920 E Zion Rd, Fayetteville (479) 587-0500 | fayac.com

Know someone looking to achieve a fitness goal? Get them a membership to Fayetteville Athletic Club! Becoming a member of FAC means you are part of the community. They have created an inviting club experience, where you and your family can train, play, relax, and compete in an environment that caters to their members..

FRECKLED HEN

840 N College Ave, Fayetteville (479) 318-1566 | freckledhenfarmhouse.com

At Freckled Hen, you are sure to find thoughtful displays, curated gifts, seasonal decor, local products and more. Their sister shop location, Freckled Hen Home, is located in Fayetteville and filled with the makings of home!

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MAUDE BOUTIQUE

704 N College Ave, Fayetteville (479) 935-4700 | shopmaude.com

Maude Boutique has created a space for women to find affordable, unique clothing and accessories that reflect their personal sense of style. No matter your price point, they guarantee they can help you put a look together that screams you.

MIDTOWN MALL

308 S Thompson St, Springdale (479) 750-2987 | midtownnwa.com

MIDTOWN MALL

Your one-stop-shop for furniture and home goods, with gourmet goodies, gift shops, home decor, boutiques, and SO much more!

NWA NATURALS

3000 Gene George Blvd, Springdale (479) 927-4900 | facebook.com/naturals

The perfect gift for the baseball fan in your life! This year the perfect stocking stuffer is season tickets or apparel to see the Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit their website to learn about promotional offers and more. Go Naturals!

ONCE UPON A CHILD

3041 N College Ave, Fayetteville 1400 SW Walton Blvd, Suite 24, Bentonville onceuponachild.com/locations/nw-ar-coop

With convenient locations in both Fayetteville and Bentonville, Once Upon a Child has an incredible selection of gently used kid’s merchandise up to 70% off of regular retail prices. They buy and sell gently used items for children, including clothes, shoes and toys! See their ad on page 4 for holiday savings.

TWO FRIENDS BOOKS

234 SW 7th St Suite 106, Bentonville (479) 367-2442 | twofriendsbooks.com

A bookstore that depends on community! These two friends stock their shelves with a selection of new and used books from authors and publishers they love and always look for feedback on what you like to read. You can shop their book club picks, subscription boxes, picnic baskets, or stop by their cafe for lunch!

WALTON ARTS CENTER

495 W Dickson St, Fayetteville (479) 443-5600 | waltonartscenter.org

Walton Arts Center brings great performing artists and entertainers from around the world to Northwest Arkansas. Walton Arts Center’s new season is on sale now! Get your tickets now to experience great music, dance, comedy, theatre and family friendly performances!

WONDERS OF WILDLIFE

500 W Sunshine St, Springfield, MO (888) 222-6060 | wondersofwildlife.org

Pass on your love for the great outdoors, wildlife and conservation through education programs designed to excite and ignite young minds. Never has a trip around the world been so easy and rewarding. Plan your visit, get your tickets, and get ready to share in the wonder. Visit their website for more information.

ZUZU’S PETALS

1206 N College Ave, Fayetteville (479) 443-5599 | zuzusnwa.com

Zuzu’s Petals favorite things include creative floral design, funny cards, houseplants in window sills, belly laughs, trendy gift items, and pups wearing flowers, and they have all of those at their shop! So stop on by, they'd love to meet you!