Wichita Falls with Kids

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2012-11-30T20:39:00.000-06:00

Hi The blog has moved to http://wichitafallswithkids.wordpress.com

Family Fun Magazine

2012-06-19T10:39:00.000-05:00

Sign up for a 20 issue complimentary subscription to FamilyFun. FamilyFun is the magazine for parents with children ages three to twelve. Family Fun is an idealbook for all the exciting things families can do together. No strings attached. You’ll never receive a bill. I have done this and it has always worked out really well. http://www.pinfreeoffers.com/familyfun.html?clickid=wufUhp2UlRG6UDNyEFzKN3jIUkU3GMRVUTGw3w0&irpid=19088&sharedid=3

2012-06-15T19:55:00.002-05:00

Hi We have made a shared Calender with all the events on. You are more than welcome to print it off each month. Please remember to double check events are still going on with the company / event holder. Some events do need to be signed up for in advance. We have not added any church events or Base events that need ID's. If you know of any other activities going on please let us know. If you have any problems using the calender also let us know. http://www.keepandshare.com/calendar/show_month.php?i=2154680&cat=0&fclick=y

Summer Kid Series at Carmike Cinemas

2012-06-06T15:25:00.000-05:00

2012 Summer Kid Series at Carmike Cinemas and Cinemark!

Carmike Cinemas: http://www.carmike.com/Promotions/119
Ten weeks of summer fun every Thursday at 10 am for only $2.
$2 Movie Combo includes: drink, popcorn, and admission.

Here's the lineup:
June 7 - Puss in Boots
June 14 - Chicken Run
June 21 - Over the Hedge
June 28 - Kung Fu Panda
July 5 - Shark Tale
July 12 - How To Train Your Dragon
July 19 - Madagascar 2
July 26 - Bee Movie
August 2 - Monsters vs. Aliens
August 9 - Megamind

Cinemark: http://www.cinemark.com/images/smc2012/SMCflyer2012Color_354.pdf
10 shows for $5 or $1 per show. Shows start at 10 am.

Lineup:
June 12 & 13 - Happy Feet 2
June 19 & 20 - Rio
June 26 & 27 - Kung Fu Panda 2
July 3 & 4 - Despicable Me
July 10 & 11 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2
July 17 & 18 - Dolphin Tale
July 24 & 25 - Puss in Boots
July 31 & August 1 - Winnie the Pooh
August 7 & 8 - Yogi Bear
August 14 & 15 - Charlotte's Web

Royal Jump

2012-06-06T12:11:00.000-05:00

There is a new bounce house place in the mall!

All Day Pass Prices:
Ages 1-3: $6.50
Ages 4-12: $8.50
Parents Play: $3.50
...
Early Bird prices available if purchased prior to 2pm Monday-Thursday

Birthday packages include: all day access, use of private "Party Room" for 2 hours, party themed paper goods and plastic ware provided, multi-colored balloons and special "Happy Birthday" mylar balloon for the Birthday boy/girl.

CONTACT 940-337-2999
LOCATION next to Old Navy
TIME open all mall hours
http://www.sikessenter.com/dining-entertainment/royal-jump

Ugandan Orphan's Choir

2012-06-06T12:08:00.002-05:00

If you need something to do this afternoon, the Ugandan Orphan's Choir will be performing at 2 at the Wichita Theare. It's free! Doors open at 1:45.

http://www.childcareworldwide.org/index.php?page=ugandan_orphans_choir

Vernon College "Kids College" Camps

2012-06-06T12:06:00.002-05:00

Vernon College "Kids College Camps" - check out the flyer at
http://www.vernoncollege.edu/uploadedFiles/VC/CONTINUING_EDUCATION/Schedules/Kids%20College%202012%202.pdf
Some of the camps include Gymnastics, Science, Kids in the Kitchen, Astronomy, and Cheer/Dance.

MSU Summer Athletic Camps

2012-06-06T12:02:00.002-05:00

MSU is hosting several athletic camps this summer. Check them out at http://msumustangs.com/sports/2012/1/18/MKT_0118120455.aspx?&tab=4
Camps include basketball, volleyball, football, soccer, softball and tennis.

Moving...

2012-03-28T22:30:00.000-05:00

We are moving and won't be in Wichita Falls anymore to keep this site up to date. If anyone would like to sign up to take it over, just send me a comment on the blog (wichitafallskids.blogspot.com) or on facebook. Thanks for being a fan!

Easter Egg Hunt

2012-03-22T10:13:00.000-05:00

Easter Egg Hunt FREE!

When:

Saturday, March 24th

3:00pm
Lucy Park

Ages:

3yrs old through 2nd grade

Rain Out Date: March 31st, 3:00 pm

For More Information about this event-Please Call 761-7490

Summer Camp

2012-03-22T10:05:00.000-05:00

Got my first email for Summer Camp programs enrolling! Sacred Heart is now enrolling for summer camp. It is every Tuesday and Thursday from 9-1, ages 1-8 years old. It starts June 12th and runs through July 26th!. The cost is $25 per week. Please call Brandy at 723-5288 or email bgentry@sacredheartwf.org to sign up!

Spring JBF

2012-03-03T11:35:00.002-06:00

Just Between Friends consignment sale is March 23-25 at the MPEC. jbfsale.com for more info or call 940-636-1443

Monster Truck

2012-03-02T08:01:00.001-06:00

It's Monster Jam time! :) http://mobile.monsterjam.com/Events/2012/03/02/Wichita_Falls,_TX/

My children have never gone before, but they are excited to experience it this weekend! Be sure to remember your ear plugs!!

New Years Eve in the Falls

2011-12-23T22:38:00.001-06:00

Events at the MPEC in the evening with fireworks at the end! For info, go to http://www.wichitafalls.org/

Ultrasound in Wichita Falls

2011-12-15T09:35:00.002-06:00

If you're wanting to see your baby before he or she is born, there is an ultrasound place in town called Stork Vision.

Military ID Cards

2011-12-13T16:14:00.000-06:00

Guess you can make an appointment online if you're in the military to do all your ID Card and DEERS updates - just click here. Hope that saves someone some time!

Carriage Rides to see the Holiday lights

2011-12-07T17:36:00.001-06:00

Someone just posted and asked about pricing for the carriage rides, here's the link to the website for all their info: http://www.starbuckcarriage.com/special.html. Looks like its $100-$180 per hour plus tipping is suggested.

White Christmas, The Musical

2011-11-23T08:16:00.009-06:00

White Christmas, The Musical
(940) 723-9037

919 Indiana
Wichita Falls, Texas 76301

December 9-18

$13.50-$18.50 Adults

$8.00 Children 8 and under

Bring the family and enjoy this Irving Berlin Christmas class live on stage!

Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm

Matinees 2:30pm

City Lights Trolley Tour

2011-11-23T08:15:00.008-06:00

City Lights Trolley Tour

(940) 761-7490600 11th Street
Wichita Falls, Texas 76301

December 9

$3.00 per person or $5.00 per couple

Children 5 and under FREE

Hope onboard a vintage trolley and enjoy a visit with Santa! This trip will start off with Hot Chocolate and cookies with Santa in upstairs above the Public Library (The Recreation Center) in Room 202 and will end back at the same location after a spectacular ride through the Fantasy of Lights display and the homes of Country Club Estates. Sign up with friends and family...great for church groups!

6:00pm-10:00pm (last tour leaves at 9:00pm)

The Nutcracker

2011-11-23T08:15:00.007-06:00

The Nutcracker

(940) 691-1723
Memorial Auditorium
1300 7th Street
Wichita Falls, Texas 76301

December 2

Tickets $25.00, $20.00, $15.00

Tickets can be purchased at Cash-A-Check, 3002 Kemp Blvd., starting November 1.

The Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre's annual performance of this Christmas classic.

8:00pm

MSU/Burns Fantasy of Lights

2011-11-23T08:14:00.002-06:00

MSU/Burns Fantasy of Lights

3410 Taft
Wichita Falls, TX 76308

December 2 - January 1

Free Admission

This incredible display celebrates its' 37th year on the campus of Midwestern State University. What began more than 70 years ago on the front lawn of Mr. & Mrs. L.T. Burns, now includes 34 brightly lit displays and over 20,000 lights. Each year, thousands of people delight in the wonders of this unique display. Fantasy of Lights brings a spirit of wonder to young and old alike as you walk or drive through. Lights are turned on each evening at dusk until 10:00pm weeknights and 11:00pm weekends.

*Enjoy the Opening Ceremony, December 2 at 6:00pm. MSU Band will perform on the campus in Akin Auditorium at 7:00pm.

Santa House at the Kell House Museum

2011-11-23T08:13:00.002-06:00

Santa House 2011

(940) 723-2712

Kell House Museum
900 Bluff
Wichita Falls, Texas 76301

November 29 - December 9

$3.00 per person

Visitors will get to share in the magic as ACTors Creating Together present the Christmas-themed play "The Magical Rocking Horse Part III". Santa will be on hand to read his favorite story "The Night Before Christmas"! Mrs. Claus invites guests into her kitchen to help make a Christmas treat and the elves will take visitors to the Carriage House where they will make an ornament to take home and hang on their tree!

Weekdays 9:00am-12:30pm

Fridays 6:00pm-8:00pm

Saturdays 10:00am-3:00pm

Sundays 1:00pm-3:00pm

Tours begin every 15 minutes and reservations are highly recommended by calling the Kell House

ElectriCritters at Riverbend Nature Center

2011-11-23T08:12:00.002-06:00

ElectriCritters

(940) 767-0843

River Bend Nature Center
2200 3rd Street
Wichita Falls, Texas 76301

November 18 - December 23

$4.00 per person, children 2 & under FREE

10th Annual lighted trail exhibit with over 150 lighted silhouettes of woodland creatures, beautiful butterfiles, friendly bugs and reptiles! Enjoy live entertainment, s'mores by the campfire, hot cocoa and cider plus visits from Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph!

Fridays & Saturdays 6:30pm-8:30pm

Wichita Falls City Lights DisplayAnnual Christmas Festival and Parade

2011-11-19T09:43:00.001-06:00

Tonight (Nov. 19) is Wichita Falls City Lights DisplayAnnual Christmas Festival and Parade, presented by Downtown Wichita Falls Development organization and the City of Wichita Falls. Festival features various specialty vendors including food and gifts, children's activities, and Santa Land on the corner of 8th and Scott. Parade features many lighted entrants: floats, cars, motorcycles, High School and Junior High School bands, and local civic organizations. Join us for the Holiday kick-off in Downtown Wichita Falls. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season as the downtown skyline sparkles up with thousands of twinkling lights and holiday floats fill the streets! Festival vendors and horse-drawn carriage rides. Event kicks off at 4:00pm with the parade at dusk. Downtown Farmers Market 8th and Ohio.

For more information, call (940) 322-4525 or visit www.downtownproud.com

Hangar Holiday 2011

2011-11-10T10:40:00.001-06:00

Hangar Holiday 2011 at the MPEC 19 & 20 Nov:

The Sheppard Officers’ Spouses Club annual vendor festival features 225 vendors and photos with Santa at the MPEC (1000 5th St).

FREE entry and open to the public, this event provides scholarships and assistance to Air Force and local charities. www.hangarholiday.org

Please bring a non-perishable food item in support of the Airmen & Family Readiness Food Pantry and area Food Bank.

Sat, 19 Nov 9am – 6pm
Sun, 20 Nov Noon – 5pm