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5 Events That Prove Summer Is HEATING UP This Week in Fort Smith, AR

Outdoor play, library fun, back-to-school giveaways, and 3D Printing!

By MK Fort Smith Staff July 31, 2022

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 River Valley area with kids this week. Click on the links for all the details!

1. Colorful Magnetic Clothespins Presented By Fort Smith Public Library

Pick up a craft bag from the Main Library or Miller Branch!  Inside, you’ll find everything you need in it to make several colorful magnetic clothespins, while supplies last. Starts Monday, Aug. 1. Click here for more details. 

2. Game Day Saturday Presented By FSPL - Miller Branch

Come hang out, relax, and play a board game or two at the Miller Branch every Saturday during the month of August. All ages are welcome to play while the library is open: 10 AM-2 PM. Click here for more details.

3. 3D Printing Workshop Presented By Arts On Main

Turn ideas into a 3D model and prepare it for 3D printing. Every Saturday in August (that's Aug. 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 1-3 PM) at Arts On Main. Click here for more details. 

4. Back to School Supplies Drive-Thru Giveaway

This Saturday, Aug. 6, at Central Mall starting at 12 PM, parents can try to land their little ones school supplies for free, while supplies last anyway. This annual event is sponsored by La Raza 92.3, Outlaw 93.1, ROCK 94.1, The River 101.9 and The Rooster 10.5. Click here for more details. 

5. City Play Day at MLK Presented By The City of Fort Smith

The next City Play Day will be at MLK Park on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 10 AM-1 PM. It will feature a ninja warrior course, water blaster tie-dye, Connect-4 Basketball, Adrenaline II obstacle course, 35-foot water slide, and free hot dogs provided by the FSPD Chaplains. Plus, Kona Ice, a kids' free-throw contest, and the Pawfficer Fuzz Coloring Contest. Lots to do in three hours of playtime! Click here for more details. 


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