I'm writing this story as my two 8-year-olds fight over the Nintendo Switch controller upstairs. It's the second day of winter break and, already, video games aren't working to keep them quiet. Parents, I feel your pain -- so here are a few options in Northwest Arkansas that might help give you relief from the constant chaos during winter break.
Winter Climbing Class
For kids 7 to 11 years old, this comprehensive climbing class includes games and climbing techniques.
WHERE -- Ozark Climbing Gym, 875 E. Robinson Ave., Springdale
WHEN -- 10 a.m.-noon Jan. 2-4
COST -- $75
INFO -- 756-0900
School's Out Day Camp
Rogers Activity Center offers all-day camps during much of the winter break.
WHERE -- 315 W. Rogers St., Rogers
WHEN -- 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Dec. 31; Jan. 2-4 & 7
COST -- $20/day
INFO -- 631-0336
Winter Skate Camp
For kids ages 4-18, the Jones Center offers skating instruction for all ability and experience levels.
WHERE -- 922 E. Emma Ave., Springdale
WHEN -- 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 4
COST -- $25 (skaters should bring their own lunches)
INFO -- 756-8090
That's Gross!
This mini-camp at the Amazeum covers a variety of science lessons, like how the digestive system works, why we burp and how far we spread germs.
WHERE -- 1009 Museum Way, Bentonville
WHEN -- 9 a.m.-3 pm. Jan. 4
COST -- $60/members, $70/nonmembers
INFO -- 696-9280
Winter Kids' Camps
The Fayetteville Athletic Club offers all-day camps for kids ages 5-12.
WHERE -- 2920 E. Zion Road, Fayetteville
WHEN -- 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 28 and Jan. 2-4
COST -- $29.50 per day/members, $39.50 per day/nonmembers
INFO -- 587-0500
-- Lara Jo Hightower
NAN What's Up on 12/28/2018