NWA Kids Guide

In keeping with annual tradition, Malco Theatres presents Wrapped with Love for the continued research of childhood diseases atMemphis’ own St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

This program, in its twelfth year, kicks off Thanksgiving Day (November 26) and runs through Christmas Day (December 25) at all 31 Malco Theatre locations in Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, Kentucky and Mississippi. Theatre employees will be selling the bows for $1.00 each and the bows are hand-made from actual film. Each bow is made of about 24 frames, which is about one second of a movie. The sound for each movie is encoded on the edge of the film and appears green. It’s believed these bows may eventually be collectors’ items if the film industry progresses into digital technology.

As the materials and volunteer production hours for the bows are donated, there is no cost to Malco Theatres; the true beneficiary is St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.  In a joint effort for this cause, patients of St. Jude and their families participated in the creation of the bows at the hospital. During the activity, reels of movie trailers were cut, stapled and sealed with a special sticker that reads “Wrapped With Love… To Benefit the Kids of St. Jude.”

Since 1999, Malco Theatres has raised over $375,000 for St. Jude.  Over 65,000 bows were sold during the 2008 Wrapped with Love campaign and this year’s goal is to sell an additional 70,000 of the collectible film décor.

Camera-ready artwork and actual bows are available for media use. Please send a request via email to karen@malco.com. 

Malco Theatres is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee and is fourth-generation family-owned and operated. Malco operates over 300 screens at 31 locations in 5 states across the mid-south.

Trike Theatre is showcasing local 3rd-8th grade actors in its Academy Players production of The Polar Express. The original musical will tour to various downtown Bentonville locations on December 5th, 2009: 10:00am in the Bentonville Public Library Walmart Room, 12:30pm at Trike Theatre, 120 S. Main St. and 2:00pm at Crystal Bridges at the Massey. The actors will also share the show with the residents at Bentonville Manor Nursing Home in the afternoon.  The thirty-minute show is free to the public. At each performance, Trike Theatre is accepting donations of “Polar-Wear” (mittens, hats, socks and scarves) for the children at the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter. 

The Polar Express is a fantastical train that travels all over the world on Christmas Eve. Children board the locomotion with expectations of witnessing Santa give out the first gift of Christmas at the North Pole.  Based on the book by the same name written by Chris Van Allsburg, The Polar Express, is written by Trike Theatre musical director, Kay Fish.

The Academy Players is a 3rd-12th grade ensemble-based performance program within Trike Theatre’s Drama Academy. The Polar Express cast includes: Trace Eike, Mason Jones, Jacob Lewis, Rhianna Lightle, Abby Mattingly, Claire Redlaczyk, Chloe Suarez, Laina Suarez, Isabella Thomas, Rebecca Vukin and Zyan Ward. 

The performance is co-directed by Kassie Misiewicz & Jason Suel. Kassie Misiewicz is Trike Theatre’s founder and Executive Artistic Director. She recently directed The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe for Trike Theatre.  Kassie received her Masters of Fine Arts degree in Theatre for Young Audiences from Arizona State University has taught and/or directed at the University of Notre Dame, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Arizona State University, Walton Arts Center, Growing Stage Theatre for young Audiences and the New Jersey Shakespeare Festival. She is a former executive board member of TYA/USA, the national service organization for youth theater professionals.

Jason Suel, Trike Theatre Artistic Associate, is originally from Central Arkansas but moved back to the area after four years teaching and acting in England, UK. He has an MA in Theatre from Bowling Green State University and has enjoyed acting in Trike Theatre’s production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe as well as playing Dromio in The Comedy of Errors, Ensemble in The Laramie Project, Sam in Personals, and Edward Lyons in Blood Brothers.

Kay Fish, Musical Director and playwright, earned a Masters degree in Operatic Performance from the University of Missouri and a BA in Music from Stephens College. After school she studied with the Houston Grand Opera and has been teaching for the past 32 years. She was the assistant choir director at her church and has written many musicals for children.

Trike Theatre is Northwest Arkansas’ only professional theatre for youth. Located in the heart of Downtown Bentonville, it is founded on three equal programs: The Trike Playhouse, producing professional Mainstage and Touring productions; the Trike Academy, offering year-round programming for 4year old through 12th grade, taught by trained theatre professionals and integrating Arkansas Department of Education literacy and reading standards with cutting edge drama training curriculum; and Trike Residencies, drama and literacy integration programs reaching students and teachers in the classroom.

More information can be found on-line at www.triketheatre.org or by calling 866-331-3681.

All day Saturday the 21st we will have a 10th anniversary celebration!      Come out and enjoy all the fun activities for the kids and special sales for mom!

Once Upon A Child - Fiasta Square 3007 North College Fayetteville, AR 72703 479-442-2240 www.ouacfayettevillear.com   Sell. Buy. Repeat.

December 6 First United Methodist Church, Springdale The Foundation will be participating in an Alternative Christmas Market at First United Methodist Church in Springdale on Sunday, December 6.  The market is an opportunity for shoppers to purchase gifts that help make a difference in the lives of others.  Our booth will include bracelets from Karen Skarda with proceeds coming back to the Foundation.  We will also accept donations in exchange for a gift card acknowledging the donation.   The market is open from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and is open to all who wish to attend.  The church is located at 206 W. Johnson Avenue (just north of Emma) in Springdale.   Stop by if you are in the area!

6th Annual Holiday Supply Drive Nov 12 - Dec 18   The Foundation is collecting items for critically ill babies currently in the neonatal intensive care unit at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and the families of these babies.  The Foundation also collects items to support NICU programs at the hospital and to replenish the supplies of needed items throughout the year.   We encourage you, your friends and family to participate!  Drop off items at the following locations or email me to schedule drop off or pick up of items.  Deadline is December 18.   Drop box locations: Bassett Law Firm, 221 N. College Avenue in Fayetteville Dr. Scott Bell, DDS offices, 2680 W. Joyce Blvd in the Paradise Valley Center   Suggested items include:    For families - travel sized toiletries, games, books and toys for waiting room, long distance phone cards, gift certificates for restaurants, Wal-Mart, and gasoline, disposable cameras, DVD’s, pocket photo albums, and scarves and gloves.   For babies - blankets, board books, bottles, sippy cups, crib toys, mobiles, swings, bouncy seats, and preemie clothing.   Items will be delivered to the families and staff at ACH on December 21, just in time for Christmas.     The Foundation will also accept cash donations to be used to purchase additional items for the drive.

Rogers Public Library

711 S. Dixieland Rd.

Rogers , AR   72758                                                    

For more information contact:                                                  

Jackie Hardin, Children’s Library Assistant

Wal-Mart Children’s Library

621-1152, ext.26 or jhardin@rogersark.org

 

FOR RELEASE December 1-31

 

December 1-31  Dial-A-Story is available at 479-936-5444.  Listen to a new story every week!  Experience Tumblebooks at http://library.rpl.lib.ar.us. Click on Tumblebooks and enjoy books, games, and more!

 

Tuesday, December `1

 

Rogers - Family Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, December 1. Come and join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes.  This week’s theme is sleepy time. This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Wednesday, December 2

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 2.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature sleepy time stories.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  A craft will follow.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Thursday, December 3

 

Rogers - Toddler Story Time begins at 9:30 AM on Thursday, December 3.  This week, Toddler Story Time with Ms. Rebecca will focus on good night stories.  Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes. For ages 2-3 and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

Rogers - Baby Play & Rhyme Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 3.  Introduce your little one to the library with this special program.  This week’s theme is sleepy time.  Join Ms. Kathleen for books, rhymes, and songs.  For babies up to 2 years old and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 3.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature sleepy time stories.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  A craft will follow.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Saturday, December 5

 

Rogers – Saturday Story Time begins at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 5.  This week’s theme is sleepy time! This time is for the whole family with story and craft.  Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152 extension 26.

 

 

Monday, December 7

 

Rogers - Crafty Creators begins at 6:00 PM on Monday, December 7. Come join us for Crafty Creators, an hour filled with creation and imagination! Join us this week and make your own styroball snowman. Let your imagination soar! This program is best for ages 5 and up. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information: 621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Tuesday, December 8

 

Rogers - Family Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, December 8. Come and join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes.  This week’s theme is silly stories. This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Wednesday, December 9

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 9.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature silly stories.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  A craft will follow.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Thursday, December 10

 

Rogers - Toddler Story Time begins at 9:30 AM on Thursday, December 10.  This week, Toddler Story Time with Ms. Rebecca will focus on silly stories. Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes.  For ages 2-3 and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Rogers - Baby Play & Rhyme Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 10.  Introduce your little one to the library with this special program.  This week’s theme is silly stories.  Join Ms. Kathleen for books, rhymes, and songs.  For babies up to 2 years old and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 10.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature silly stories.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes!  A craft will follow.  For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Saturday, December 12

 

Rogers - Tween Program begins at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 12.  Join Ms. Kathleen for a fun and creative program just for tweens in grades 5-7 or ages 10-13.  Today’s activity is gingerbread houses. Create your own unique painting. Registration is limited to 20 and is required for this program. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26.

 

 

Monday December 14

 

Rogers - Monday Night Bookies Book Club begins at 5:30 PM Monday, December 14.  Boys and girls in grades 3-7 are invited to share excellent books, a great discussion, and snacks!  Parents, guardians or other adult family members are encouraged to participate.  The book to be discussed is Running Out of Time, by Margaret Haddix. For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

Rogers - Crafty Creators begins at 6:00 PM on Monday, December 14. Come join us for Crafty Creators, an hour filled with creation and imagination! Join us this week and make your own winter handprint painting. Let your imagination soar! This program is best for ages 5 and up. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information: 621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Tuesday, December 15

 

Rogers - Family Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, December 15. Come and join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes.  This week’s theme is music and art. This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Wednesday, December 16

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 16.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature stories about music and art.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  A craft will follow.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Thursday, December 17

 

Rogers - Toddler Story Time begins at 9:30 AM on Thursday, December 17.  This week, Toddler Story Time with Ms. Kathleen will focus on music and art. Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes.  For ages 2-3 and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Rogers - Baby Play & Rhyme Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 17.  Introduce your little one to the library with this special program.  This week’s theme is music and art.  Join Ms. Kathleen for books, rhymes, and songs.  For babies up to 2 years old and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 17.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature stories about music and art.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  A craft will follow.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

Saturday, December 19

 

Rogers - Saturday Cinema begins at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 19. This week’s movie is Little Women [Rating: PG.  Run Time: 118 min.] starring Winona Ryder, Susan Sarandon, Gabriel Byrne, Trini Alvarado, Samantha Mathis, Kirsten Dunst, and Claire Danes, and directed by Gillian Armstrong. This is the story of the March family of four daughters and a strong mother (Sarandon) who, because her husband is away serving in the Army during the Civil War, must raise her “little women” on her own. The daughters include: spirited Jo (Ryder) who longs for a career as a writer; beautiful and conservative older sister Meg (Alvarado); fragile Beth (Danes); and the romantic Amy (Dunst/Mathis). Through the years, as they become women, the sisters share their most cherished and painful moments of self-discovery as their mother’s pride and strength guide them through questions of independence, romance and virtue. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information:  621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Monday December 21

 

Rogers - Crafty Creators begins at 6:00 PM on Monday, December 21. Come join us for Crafty Creators, an hour filled with creation and imagination! Join us this week and make your own popsicle picture frame. Let your imagination soar! This program is best for ages 5 and up. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information: 621-1152, extension 26.

 

 

Tuesday, December 22

 

Rogers - Family Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, December 22. Come and join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes.  This week’s theme is winter. This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, extension 26.

 

Wednesday, December 23

 

Rogers - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, December 23.  This week’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Joy will feature stories about winter.  Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  A craft will follow.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

 

 

 

Thursday December 24 and Friday December 25

Rogers – The Rogers Public Library will be closed Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25.

 

 

Saturday, December 26

 

Rogers – Special Movie Marathon - The Children’s Library will present a holiday movie marathon Saturday, December 26.  Mr. Magoo’s Christmas Carol begins at 10 AM.  The second movie, A Christmas Story [Rated  PG], will begin at 12:00 PM, and It’s a Wonderful Life will begin at 2 PM.

 

 

Monday, December 28-Thursday, December 31

 

Rogers – There will be no programs this week in the Children’s Department.

Join us the Second Sunday of each month from 2:00pm-4:00pm pm for swimming, ice skating, inflatables, video games, computer center, board games, ice cream, popcorn, movies, & more FREE family fun! (479)756-8090

Join us on the Bentonville Square Friday, Nov. 6th to step back in time. You and your children can enjoy game play of the past such as shooting marbles, tiddly-winks, tea parties & dress-up, checkers, build them up and knock them down building blocks, cowboys and Indians, and many more memorable activities. There will also be a cottage and doctor’s office for some splendid adventures. Our play area will have something for everyone. Just look for us in the picket-fenced area across the street from School Squared. Fun and discovery is the theme for all! Just bring your imagination.  5:00pm - 8:00pm 

Candy Cane Lane - Clarion Hotel Bentonville - Nov. 5th - 7th - The shopping event of the season, Sponsored by Junior Auxiliary of Rogers-Bentonville! Specialized retailers selling their products in one location. Tickets are $5 each and all proceeds benefit our communities’ numerous children’s projects. 9:00am - 7:00pm, 3:00pm on Sat. (479)256-9634