5 Events for Weekend Fun: Eagle Lake Cruises, Crafts at Heifer Village & More
After you kick off the New Year with a First Day Hike at one of Arkansas' State Parks, plan to attend one of these weekend wintertime activities! Families can watch for bald eagles over Lake Maumelle, enjoy winter-themed science demos at Museum of Discovery, craft lanterns at Heifer Village and more.
Eagle Lake Cruises at Jolly Rogers Marina: Join Pinnacle Mountain State Park interpreters for a cruise on Lake Maumelle to seek wintering bald eagles. Guests may see several eagles and migratory waterfowl. Dress in layers for cold and windy lake weather. Advance payment and registration are required. 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Jan. 2. $15; children 6-12 are $8. Info: (501) 868-5806, ArkansasStateParks.com/PinnacleMountain.
Winter Blast at Museum of Discovery: Celebrate the last few days of winter break with a party at the Museum of Discovery! Enjoy science demos, winter activities and meet some special guests. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 2. Free with admission. Info: (501) 396-7050, MuseumOfDiscovery.org.
Holiday Break Fun Days at Heifer Village: Get out of the house and explore Heifer Village. Kids will make Chinese Water Buffalo Lanterns and engage with interactive exhibits that educate visitors on world hunger. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 2. Info: (501) 907-8800, Heifer.org. FREE!
LEGO/Duplo Family Hour at Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library & Learning Center: Kids build and play together with a LEGO extravaganza in the theater! 10 a.m. Jan. 2. Info: (501) 978-3870, CALS.org. FREE!
Kids Workshop: Kung Fu Panda 3 Spinning Box at All Home Depot Locations: Build a spinning box toy and decorate it with stickers featuring characters from the upcoming Dreamworks movie “Kung Fu Panda 3.” At this workshop geared for kids ages 5-12, participants take home their craft and receive a free certificate of achievement, workshop apron, and a commemorative pin. Children must be present at the store at the time of entry to the workshop. Limited space, and participants are admitted on a first come, first served basis. Please register on-line. 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 2. Info: HomeDepot.com. FREE!