Holiday Camps Help Harried Parents Find Fun For All

File Photo/DAVID GOTTSCHALK During the Jones Center's Skate Camp, kids can learn the basics of ice skating or improve upon skills they already have.
File Photo/DAVID GOTTSCHALK During the Jones Center's Skate Camp, kids can learn the basics of ice skating or improve upon skills they already have.

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

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NAN What's Up on 12/28/2018

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