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The manners checklist for your kids
When I was pregnant with our first child, Tom and I went to the home of one of his co-workers to have dinner. Shortly after we arrived, the couple’s two little kids appeared in the […]
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The Rockwood Files: To all the teachers I’ve loved before
By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mama of 3 With less than two weeks to go before school starts again, kids have never been more interested in teachers than they are right now. They’re practically […]
Five Minutes with a Mom
5 Minutes with a Northwest Arkansas Mom: Ashley Clontz
Mamas, meet local Ashley Clontz, who just realized her dream of becoming a published children’s book author. Congratulations, Ashley! Her book, Giraffe, What Do You Like to Eat? is adorable and educational. It will definitely spark […]
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What We’re Reading: The Bookish Life of Nina Hill
Review of The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman Happy Wednesday, mamas! Here’s an update on what we’re reading lately. I (Gwen) am extra lucky because I have my own personal reading recommendation […]
Calendar of Events
Northwest Arkansas Calendar of Events: August 2022
August 2022: Northwest Arkansas Calendar of Events Welcome to August, mamas! We’ve pulled together some of the most fun and family-friendly events in Tontitown Grape Festival This annual event includes carnival rides, grape ice cream, […]
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The Rockwood Files: Ice, Ice, Baby
By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mama of 3 Dear Jack, You picked a good time to do a study abroad trip to Iceland. It’s so weird to know that one of my kids is […]
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What We’re Reading: Book Lovers
Mamas, we LOVE a fun rom-com novel anytime but especially in the summer. It’s the perfect type of book to read poolside, on the beach or even in your bathroom while you hide out from […]
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The Rockwood Files: Quiet is not weird
By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mama of 3 Despite what you might have heard, “quiet” is not weird. It’s not abnormal. It’s not suspicious. It’s not a threat. It is a personality trait common […]
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Yes you CAN keep these plants alive
Mamas, I have a long track record as a plant-killer. I didn’t mean to hurt any of them, but I was lousy at remembering to water them or figure out how much light they needed. […]
Family Outings
Jones Center Cinema Plus Event in August
The Jones Center is bringing back its free movie and music night series, Jones Center Cinema Plus. Friday, July 22, is Soul Night, featuring live music by the Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society All-Stars Youth Ensemble […]