5 Events for Weekend Fun: Harlem Globetrotters, Free Arts Center Activities and More
Pat yourself on the back: You made it through the first week of 2016 in one piece! Celebrate with your crew at one of this weekend's fun family events, from the Harlem Globetrotters' slam dunks to Blackbird Academy's Cinderella ballet. If your wallet is still feeling a little light from the holidays, we've got you covered with three free events, too, including an art-making event at the Arkansas Arts Center!
Harlem Globetrotters 90th Anniversary Tour at Verizon Arena: On the court, the Globetrotters’ 90-year celebration features exceptional athletes and entertainers. The roster includes Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull Bullard and Cheese Chisholm—plus female stars TNT Maddox and Sweet J Ekworomadu. Every game showcases incredible ball-handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and fan interaction. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with fans. 7 p.m. Jan. 8. $28-$12. Info: (501) 975-9000, VerizonArena.com.
Lil' Wild One: Owls at Central Arkansas Nature Center: Little ones ages 4-8 years old will explore the nighttime world and sounds of owls. Learn about owls in Arkansas through story, science, and sound and discover what owls eat by dissecting an owl pellet! 2 p.m. Jan. 9. Info: (501) 907-0636, CentralArkansasNatureCenter.com. FREE!
Cinderella the Ballet at UCA's Reynolds Performance Hall in Conway: Blackbird Academy of Arts presents the classical ballet of Cinderella. This age old story is told through original choreography, costumes, and sets and promises to be enjoyed by the entire family. Choreography by Deanna Karlheim, produced by Travis Sellers, managed by Trent Reese, and composed by Prokofiev. 7 p.m. Jan. 9, 2 p.m. Jan. 10. $5-$20. For info: BlackbirdAcademy.org.
Eagle Awareness Weekend at Petit Jean State Park: Head to Petit Jean State Park for two days devoted to our national symbol: the bald eagle. A variety of programs are planned, including a live raptor show and field trips to nearby Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge to look for wintering eagles. Jan. 9-10. Info: (501) 727-5441, PetitJeanStatePark.com. FREE!
Super Sunday Free Family Funday at Arkansas Arts Center: Take part in this free art-making experience for the whole family! In connection with the Our America exhibition, kids can construct a small box to be painted with imagery related to personal heritage, family and culture. Noon-3 p.m. Jan. 10. Info: (501) 372-4000, ArkansasArtsCenter.org. FREE!