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April 29 - August 23, 2008, Following the Crop, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Following the Crop

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April 29 - August 23, 2008
Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

Physical

Susan Young
Shiloh Museum
118 W. Johnson
Springdale, AR 72764

479-750-8165
shiloh@springdaleark.org
www.springdaleark.org/shiloh

A photo exhibit of life at Springdale's migrant labor camp in the 1940s-1960s.

Admission: Free
May 24 - September 1, 2008, 9:30 am - 3 pm, Wild Cave Tour, Mountain View, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Wild Cave Tour

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May 24 - September 1, 2008, 9:30 am - 3 pm
Blanchard Springs Caverns

Physical

Tony Guinn
1001 East Main Street
Mountain View, AR 72560

(870) 757-2211
r8.ozark.bsc@fs.fed.us
www.blanchardcavetours.com

Sign up for a four-hour guided trip into undeveloped portions of Blanchard Springs Caverns. Visitors need sturdy boots and long pants, must be in good physical condition, and prepared to climb, crawl, and get dirty. The tour ends at the spectacular Titans formations. Participants must be at least ten years old. A responsible adult must tour with ten to twelve year olds. Open year round; tours by reservation only. Call 870-757-2211 or 888-757-2246 for tour times, rates, or reservations.

Admission: $75/person ; $25 nonrefundable deposit, $50 balance due on tour day
May 24 - September 1, 2008, Discovery Trail Tour, Mountain View, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Discovery Trail Tour

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May 24 - September 1, 2008
Blanchard Springs Caverns

Physical

Tony Guinn
Sylamore Ranger District
1001 East Main Street
Mountain View, AR 72560

(870) 757-2211
r8.ozark.bsc@fs.fed.us
www.blanchardcavetours.com

1½-hour tour through the middle level of Blanchard Springs Caverns. Walk through large water-carved passages, stand at the natural entrance, and see marvelous formations. With nearly 700 stairs, this tour is not recommended for those with walking or health problems. Open summer only; tours offered frequently, from 9:30 am - 5:00 pm. Call 870-757-2211 or 1-888-757-2246 for tour times, rates, or reservations.

Admission: $10 adult; $5 ages 6-15; $5 ages 62 and up with Interagency Senior card
July 30 - September 10, 2008, Photography Show, Mena, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Photography Show

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July 30 - September 10, 2008
Mena Art Gallery

Physical

Jim Pawley
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

479-394-3880
menaartgallery@sbcglobal.net
www.MenaArtGallery.org

With digital processes making photography cheaper and more convenient every day, this show is one of our most popular. Join us -- it's fun! The gallery opens at 10 a.m.
August 1 - 31, 2008, Step Back Saturdays: Pioneer Textiles, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Step Back Saturdays: Pioneer Textiles

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August 1 - 31, 2008
Historic Arkansas Museum

Physical

Ellen Korenblat
Historic Arkansas Museum
200 E. Third St.
Little Rock, AR 72201

(501) 324-9351
info@historicarkansas.org
www.HistoricArkansas.org

See how they did it in pioneer days. Saturdays March-October bring pioneer life ways to the historic grounds, showing you the how and the why of 1800s living. Each month presents a different theme. The half-hour presentations are open to the public free of charge, or can be seen as part of a historic house tour at no additional cost. Times: 10:45, 11:45, 1:45, 2:45, 3:45.

Admission: Free
August 1 - September 14, 2008, Veneration: The Female Figure in the Arkansas Arts Center Foundation Collection, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Veneration: The Female Figure in the Arkansas Arts Center Foundation Collection

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August 1 - September 14, 2008
Arkansas Arts Center

Physical

Arkansas Arts Center
501 E. 9th Street
Little Rock, AR 72202

(501) 372-4000
info@arkarts.com
www.arkarts.com
August 2 - 30, 2008, 13th Annual Art in August Competition, Leslie, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

13th Annual Art in August Competition

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August 2 - 30, 2008
Ozark Heritage Arts Center

Physical

Darla Martin
Ozark Heritage Arts Center
P.O. Box 217
Leslie, AR 72645

(870) 447-2500
news@ozarkheritagearts.org
www.ozarkheritagearts.org

Exhibit of entries in our annual artist competition. Free public reception and awards ceremony August 30, from 2-4 p.m. Visitors vote for Peoples' Choice award.

Admission: Free
August 15 - 23, 2008, North Franklin County Fair, Ozark, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

North Franklin County Fair

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August 15 - 23, 2008
Fairgrounds

Physical

Ozark Tourist Information Center
300 W. Commerical
Ozark, AR

(479) 667-2525
August 21 - 22, 2008, 136th Annual Logan County Musical Convention, Booneville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

136th Annual Logan County Musical Convention

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August 21 - 22, 2008
First United Methodist Church Life Center

Physical

Mark McDonald
Booneville First United Methodist Church
Booneville, AR 72927

(479) 675-2811
info@booneville.com
www.booneville.com

6 p.m. Old fashioned gospel singing with shape notes as in Stamps Baxter music. No groups. A director chooses a song and the congregation sings it. Pot luck meal served on Friday.

Admission: Free
August 21 - 23, 2008, Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, Mountain Home, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

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August 21 - 23, 2008
Baxter County Library, 424 West 7th St., Mountain Home, AR 72653

Physical

Bobbi Brown, Community Outreach Coordinator
Baxter County Library
424 West 7th St.
Mountain Home, AR 72653

(870) 425-3598
bobbi.b@baxtercountylibrary.org
www.baxtercountylibrary.org

Exceptional values on used books. Rare books, collectibles. Proceeds benefit children's services, special programs, materials, equipment, staff professional development, and enhance Library resources.

Admission: Free
August 21 - 24, 2008, Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival

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August 21 - 24, 2008
All around town

Physical

Janet Alexander
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR 72632

888-855-7823
eurekafestivals@gmail.com
www.eurekaspringsbluegrassfestival.com

The weekend begins on Thursday evening with the Watermellow Social beginning at 6 p.m. in Basin Spring Park. Get a free sneak peek at the talent performing on the stage of The Auditorium through out the weekend. Friday and Saturday shows at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Gospel show on Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets will be available in advance and at the door. Headliners will be announced as they become available.

Admission: Varies; contact venue
August 22, 2008, 4 pm - 5:30 pm, Kayak Koving, Mountain Pine, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Kayak Koving

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August 22, 2008, 4 pm - 5:30 pm
Meet at the marina boat ramp.

Physical

Keith Covington
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Road
Mountain Pine, AR 71956

501-767-9366
lakeouachita@arkansas.com

Kayaking gives you the opportunity to experience Lake Ouachita in a unique way. First-time and beginner paddlers can enjoy this relaxing tour of nearby coves. No experience is necessary, but you should be comfortable around water. Space is limited. Make reservations at the visitor center and meet at the marina boat ramp. Kids 12 and under must ride tandem with an adult. Kids under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission: $10 adults, $5 kids ages 6-12, under 6 free
August 22 - 23, 2008, 33rd Annual Rod Run, Mena, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

33rd Annual Rod Run

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August 22 - 23, 2008
Downtown

Physical

LeAnn Dilbeck
Mena A&P Commission
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

(479) 394-8355
info@gomenaarkansas.com
www.visitmena.com

Classic Cars everywhere! Mena's downtown is host to this event on Friday and Saturday night. Activities include street dance, concessions, vendors, music, and much more.

Admission: Free
August 22 - 23, 2008, 24th Annual Frisco Festival, Rogers, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

24th Annual Frisco Festival

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August 22 - 23, 2008
Rogers Historic Downtown District

Physical

Sara Mason
301 W. Chestnut
Rogers, AR 72756

(479) 936-5487
info@friscofestival.com
www.friscofestival.com

Located in Rogers Historic District, a family festival honoring our Railroad Heritage. Area businesses sponsor the biggest party in town including free rides and amusements. Signature events include: The Chilisalsapeno Competition, Kid's Connection, Frisco Chicken BBQ, Frisco Idol, several car shows, and non-stop main stage entertainment starting and ending with the Friday & Saturday Night Street Dances. A Main Street Rogers event.

Admission: Free
August 22 - 23, 2008, "Stone Set Jewelry II" Workshop, Mountain View, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

"Stone Set Jewelry II" Workshop

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August 22 - 23, 2008
Ozark Folk Center State Park

Physical

Ozark Folk Center State Park
P.O. Box 500
Mountain View, AR 72560

(870) 269-3851
ozarkfolkcenter@arkansas.com
www.ozarkfolkcenter.com

During this two-day course, artist/instructor L.J. Smole will teach basic silversmithing and stone setting skills. Students can expect to produce a minimum of two pieces of finished jewelry. Space is limited and reservations are required. For all of our other In-season Folk School workshops, please visit our Web site.

Admission: $100 plus materials fee
August 22 - 24, 2008, 4th Annual Mountains, Music & Motorcycles, Mountain View, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

4th Annual Mountains, Music & Motorcycles

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August 22 - 24, 2008
Courthouse Square

Physical

Mountain View Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 133
Mountain View , AR 72560

870-269-8068
mvchamber@mvtel.net
www.yourplaceinthemountains.com

Motorcycle enthusiasts will gather for a bike show, biker games, poker run, parking lot dance, vendors, music, and much more, all in a family atmosphere. There is an entry fee for biker games, but visitors can enjoy the bike show, music and more at no charge.

Admission: Free
August 22 - 24, 2008, 25th Annual Fall Bluegrass Festival, Bee Branch, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

25th Annual Fall Bluegrass Festival

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August 22 - 24, 2008
Cadron Creek Park

Physical

Fairel & Faye Pierce
7105 Fourch Dam Pike
Little Rock, AR 72013

(501) 920-9534

Bluegrass and gospel music, acoustic instruments, jam sessions, family entertainment, arts & crafts, food vendors, and fishing. Showers, restrooms, camping facilities available. No alcohol permitted.

Admission: $10 Thursday, $10 Friday, $12 Saturday, $30 three-day pass. Camp daily $8
August 22 - 30, 2008, 2008 Newton County Fair and Rodeo, Jasper, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

2008 Newton County Fair and Rodeo

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August 22 - 30, 2008
Fairgrounds

Physical

Janet Voshell
P.O. Box 34
Jasper, AR 72641

(870) 446-2270

Carnival, kids' day, senior day (age 60+), truck pull, garden tractor pull, ATV Rodeo, Queen's contest, parade, horse show, and livestock show.

Admission: Free; events TBA
August 23, 2008, Mountains, Music & Motorcycles, Mountain View, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Mountains, Music & Motorcycles

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August 23, 2008
On the Square

Physical

Michalle Coon
P.O. Box 133
Mtn. View, AR 72560

(870) 269-8068
mvchamber@mvtel.net
www.YourPlaceInTheMountains.com

Motorcycle extravaganza including Bike Show, Poker Run, and Biker Games. This is a weekend for the biker in everyone. Ride here and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you come for this one-of-a-kind event.
August 23, 2008, Writing Workshop, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Writing Workshop

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August 23, 2008
Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow

Physical

Ken Rundel
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR 72632

479-253-7444
ken@eurekasprings.org
www.writerscolony.org

Rosemary Daniell, author of"Zona Rosa: How Writing and Sisterhood Can Change Women's Lives" will be returning to the Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow to present a writing workshop on August 23, 2008. www.zonarosa.com Look for details to be posted as finalized on our website.
August 23, 2008, The Unknown Legends Show featuring the Rena Wren Trio in concert on The Frontporch Stage, Mount Ida, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

The Unknown Legends Show featuring the Rena Wren Trio in concert on The Frontporch Stage

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August 23, 2008
The Frontporch Stage is located on the courthouse lawn in rustic Mt Ida, Arkansas

Physical

Jerry Babbitt
400 Dozier Hollow Rd
Mt Ida, AR 71957

870-867-2761
jnjupthecreek@earthlink.net
www.frontporchstage.org

The Frontporch Stage in Mt Ida Arkansas proudly hosts The Unknown Legends Series featuring The Rena Wren Trio and special guest John Talley & Friends. This program showcases some of the great original talent on our region and portions may be aired on David Hughes' Unknown Legends radio program on FM 101.9, 6 p.m. Sundays.

Admission: FREE
August 23, 2008, Writing Workshop, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Writing Workshop

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August 23, 2008
Writers Colony at Dairy Hollow on Spring Street

Physical

Ken Rundel
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR 72632

(479) 253-7444
ken@eurekasprings.org
www.writerscolony.org

Rosemary Daniell, author of "Zona Rosa: How Writing and Sisterhood Can Change Women's Lives" will be returning to the Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow to present a writing workshop.

Admission: Varies; contact venue
August 23, 2008, 10 am - 1 pm, Fire Fighters' World, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Fire Fighters' World

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August 23, 2008, 10 am - 1 pm

Physical

Pinnacle Mountain State Park
11901 Pinnacle Valley Road
Little Rock, AR 72223

(501) 868-5806
pinnaclemountain@arkansas.com

Ever wanted to see a fire engine up close and learn how it works? Come see real fire trucks and meet the firefighters that use them. Fire safety and awareness will be the main topics of the day, but we'll be sure to include some fun with Smokey Bear and some water-filled fire hoses! Be prepared to get wet and have a good time while learning about the world of fire.

Admission: Free
August 23, 2008, 9 am - 3 pm, 20th Annual Open Horseshoe Tournament, Kirby, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

20th Annual Open Horseshoe Tournament

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August 23, 2008, 9 am - 3 pm
Park Pavilion

Physical

Park Superintendent
Daisy State Park
103 East Park
Kirby, AR 71950

(870) 398-4487
daisy@arkansas.com

2 Classes of pitchers determined by percentage of ringers. Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for each class. A preliminary for Arkansas State Horseshoe Tournament.

Admission: Fee $5
August 23 - 24, 2008, Wilhelmina Rod Run, Mena, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Wilhelmina Rod Run

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August 23 - 24, 2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park

Physical

Queen Wilhelmina State Park
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

(479) 394-863.
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com

Restored and modified hot rods will be displayed by clubs and individuals. Hear the low growl of the engines and see your reflection in the spit-shined exteriors. Which car is your favorite? You won't know until you come see them!

Admission: Free
August 23 - 24, 2008, 12 pm - 4 pm, Free Music in Basin Park, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Free Music in Basin Park

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August 23 - 24, 2008, 12 pm - 4 pm
Basin Spring Park

Physical

Janet Alexander
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR 72632

(888) 855-7823
eurekafestivals@gmail.com
www.eurekasprings.org

Every Saturday and Sunday until the end of October, Eureka Springs extends a warm invitation to you to come and enjoy fine local talent, fresh air, and friendly folks!

Admission: Free
August 24, 2008, 1 pm - 5 pm, Webb Civil War & Antique Collection, Prairie Grove, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Webb Civil War & Antique Collection

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August 24, 2008, 1 pm - 5 pm
Meet at Hindman Hall.

Physical

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park
506 E. Douglas
Prairie Grove, AR 72753

(479) 846-2990
prairiegrove@arkansas.com

Local residents and dedicated park volunteers Ann and C. W. Webb will display and talk about an array of items from their personal collections of Civil War and antique kitchen ware.

Admission: Free
August 26 - 31, 2008, 84th Annual Randolph County Fair & Livestock Show, Pocahontas, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

84th Annual Randolph County Fair & Livestock Show

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August 26 - 31, 2008
Fairgrounds

Physical

Randolph County Chamber
PO Box 466
Pocahontas, AR 72455

870-892-3956

Begins Tuesday night with the Parade at 6 p.m., exhibits, concession, cattle judging, poultry, sheep, hogs, rodeo, carnival all week and more.

Admission: Free
August 26 - December 13, 2008, Happy Birthday, Shiloh!, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Happy Birthday, Shiloh!

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August 26 - December 13, 2008
Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

Physical

Susan Young, Shiloh Museum of Ozark History
118 W. Johnson
Springdale, AR 72764

(479) 750-8165
shiloh@springdaleark.org
www.springdaleark.org/shiloh

A photo exhibit celebrating work 40 years of preserving Northwest Arkansas history at the Shiloh Museum.

Admission: Free
August 27 - 29, 2008, 1st Annual Legend Tour, Horseshoe Bend, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

1st Annual Legend Tour

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August 27 - 29, 2008
Turkey Mt. Golf Course

Physical

Chuck McNeight
#3 Club House Rd.
Horseshoe Bend, AR 72512

870-670-5252

LPGA Lady golf pros play for to benefit Children's Hospital in Little Rock.

Admission: $5 per Person, children under 12 free
August 27 - 30, 2008, Polk County Fair & Livestock Show, Mena, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Polk County Fair & Livestock Show

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August 27 - 30, 2008
Polk County Fairgrounds

Physical

John Puckett
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

(479) 394-1238
info@gomenaarkansas.com
www.visitmena.com

Experience the lights, thrill, and excitement of the County Fair! Livestock Show, 4-H exhibits, commercial building, school arts and crafts, Home Extension displays, midway, and carnival rides. Of course, there is cotton candy and much more!

Admission: $2
August 28, 2008, Artisan Demonstrations, Pocahontas, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Artisan Demonstrations

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August 28, 2008
213 E Broadway, just off the Historic Courthouse Square

Physical

James Tinker
213 E Broadway
Pocahontas, AR 72455

870-609-0176
blackriver.beads@yahoo.com
www.blackriverbeads.com

Black River Beads and Pottery will be holding artisan demonstrations during the Labor Day Holiday weekend. Glass beadmaking and spinning wheel demonstrations will be held inside while wheel thrown pottery will be held outside on the sidewalk (weather permitting). There will also be items available a local weaver. Everyone is welcome to attend and ask the artisans questions about the demonstrations.

Admission: Free
August 29, 2008, 7:30 pm, Celebrity Concert featuring the Tennessee Gentlemen, Mountain View, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Celebrity Concert featuring the Tennessee Gentlemen

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August 29, 2008, 7:30 pm
Ozark Folk Center Music Theatre

Physical

Ozark Folk Center State Park
P.O. Box 500
Mountain View, AR 72560

(870) 269-3851
ozarkfolkcenter@arkansas.com
www.ozarkfolkcenter.com

This Celebrity Concert features the Tennessee Gentlemen with Ramona Jones and the Jones Family Band. Click here to purchase tickets online. Contact the park for further details.

Admission: $12.50
August 29, 2008, Murder at MacArthur Park, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Murder at MacArthur Park

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August 29, 2008
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History

Physical

Peyton Welch
3100 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR 72202

(501) 978-4393
peyton@littlerocktours.com
www.littlerocktours.com

Enjoy an evening of murder, mayhem, and mischief written especially for tour groups inside an authentic pre-civil war arsenal...also one of the most haunted places in the South! This is an audience participation one of a kind show.

Admission: $42 per person
August 29, 2008, Artisan Demonstrations, Pocahontas, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

Artisan Demonstrations

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August 29, 2008
213 E Broadway, just off the Historic Courthouse Square

Physical

James Tinker
213 E Broadway
Pocahontas, AR 72455

870-609-0176
blackriver.beads@yahoo.com
www.blackriverbeads.com

Black River Beads and Pottery will be holding artisan demonstrations during the Labor Day Holiday weekend. Glass beadmaking and spinning wheel demonstrations will be held inside while wheel thrown pottery will be held outside on the sidewalk (weather permitting). Everyone is welcome to attend and ask the artisans questions about the demonstrations.
August 29, 2008, REEL STORIES Documentary Film Series, Morrilton, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

REEL STORIES Documentary Film S

Calendar of Events

Arkansas Events

Following the Crop

Wild Cave Tour

Discovery Trail Tour

Photography Show

Step Back Saturdays: Pioneer Textiles

Veneration: The Female Figure in the Arkansas Arts Center Foundation Collection

13th Annual Art in August Competition

North Franklin County Fair

136th Annual Logan County Musical Convention

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival

Kayak Koving

33rd Annual Rod Run

24th Annual Frisco Festival

"Stone Set Jewelry II" Workshop

4th Annual Mountains, Music & Motorcycles

25th Annual Fall Bluegrass Festival

2008 Newton County Fair and Rodeo

Mountains, Music & Motorcycles

Writing Workshop

The Unknown Legends Show featuring the Rena Wren Trio in concert on The Frontporch Stage

Writing Workshop

Fire Fighters' World

20th Annual Open Horseshoe Tournament

Wilhelmina Rod Run

Free Music in Basin Park

Webb Civil War & Antique Collection

84th Annual Randolph County Fair & Livestock Show

Happy Birthday, Shiloh!

1st Annual Legend Tour

Polk County Fair & Livestock Show

Artisan Demonstrations

Celebrity Concert featuring the Tennessee Gentlemen

Murder at MacArthur Park

Artisan Demonstrations

REEL STORIES Documentary Film S