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5 CREATIVE Things to Do This Week in Fort Smith, Arkansas

From nighttime at Parrot Island Waterpark to meeting a talented new fantasy author :)

By MK Fort Smith Staff June 7, 2021

Every Sunday, Macaroni Kid Fort Smith shares five things to do with your kids in Fort Smith, Arkansas, over the coming week. 

Here are Macaroni Kid Fort Smith's picks for the five things to do in the Fort with kids from June 7-13. Click on the links for all the details!

1. Dark Water at Parrot Island Waterpark

Why let the daytime visitors have all the fun? During select nights of the season, Parrot Island Waterpark offers Dark Water! This runs from 7:30-10 PM, and the next one is on Tuesday, June 8. Only $10 admission! See this link for more ticketing information. 

2. Pradco Fishing Day

Fort Smith fishing lure manufacturer Pradco is proud to present four hours of educational fishing fun at the AGFC River Valley Nature Center. The event begins at 10 AM on Saturday, June 12, goes till 2 PM, and is a perfect way for your kiddos to learn all about fishing from the experts. Free admission. For more information, visit the Pradco Facebook Page

3. Meet the Author!

Have any "bookish" children in your family? Take them to meet fantasy author and Hackett native Effie Joe Stock at Bookish: An Indie Shop For Folks Who Read! Effie's debut novel Child of the Dragon Prophecy can be pre-ordered now! The event starts at 6 PM, June 8. Can't make it? Don't worry. You can always go to an earlier one that same day at The Bakery District, 1-3 PM. 

4. My City Is A Fort

The Chaffee Crossing Farmers & Artisans Market hasn't been around that long, but it's already planned some great events for the people of Fort Smith. This Saturday, June 12, the emphasis will be on our kiddos with the "My City Is A Fort" fort-building contest. More details are available on the Facebook Page, but here's the short of it. 

Groups of 3-4 children in two different age brackets (5-9, 10-12) will work together to win one of the top three prizes using a kit provided at the event. The fun starts at 9 AM and runs through noon. 

5. Fort Smith Farmer's Market On Garrison

This is a great week for people who love Farmers' Markets (and the Fort)! In addition to the CCFAM MCIAF, you can hit the north side of town between 7 AM and Noon on Tuesday, June 8, and Saturday, June 12, to see what all the local vendors have to offer. Food, crafts, and fun everywhere! More info here!

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