Travelin’ the Arkansas Delta: Events Taking Place During December
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Kimberly J. Williams, travel writer
Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Note to the Print and Broadcast Media:
In order to better serve your needs and to keep you from getting extremely long documents from the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, we have decided to break down our Travelin’ Arkansas release into regions organized by date. This way you will be able to look only at the areas you are interested in covering. The territories covered in Travelin' Arkansas adhere to the six geographical regions found in the Arkansas Tour Guide. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions: communications@arkansas.com or 501-682-7606.
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Parkin Archeological State Park in Parkin will host an Advanced Craft Gourd Workshop on Dec. 5. Participants will learn to decorate a gourd with an intricate design and how to make a pine needle basket gourd. No prior experience is necessary to enroll in the workshop. Class size is limited and reservations are recommended. To learn more, visit www.ArkansasStateParks.com or call 870-755-2500.
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Celebrate the holiday season as it was observed over a century ago as the Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc hosts Christmas at the Museum on Dec. 5-6. Visitors will play a variety of old-fashioned Christmas games from the past and make their own ornament to take home. For more details, contact the park at 870-256-3711.
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Warfield Concerts in Helena-West Helena will host ‘Tis the Season on Dec. 6. Presented by the Helena Little Theater and the Phillips Community College/University of Arkansas Fine Arts Department, the event features songs and carols that make the season special. ‘Tis the Season will be performed at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Lily Peter Auditorium on the Phillips Community College/University of Arkansas campus. Visit www.WarfieldConcerts.org for more information.
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The Fowler Center at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro welcomes The Blind Boys of Alabama on Dec. 8. The award-winning gospel ensemble has recorded over 20 albums and continues to tour and perform throughout the world. The group was originally formed in 1939 at the Alabama Institute for the Negro Blind in Talladega. For more information, log on to www.YourFowlerCenter.com or phone 870-972-3471.
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The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff will host Winter WonderLand on Dec. 19. The workshop gives youngsters an opportunity to work on winter-themed arts and crafts projects. To learn more, visit www.artssciencecenter.org or phone 870-536-3375.
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Spend the evening paddling your cares away as Cane Creek State Park in Star City hosts a Sunset Kayak Tour on Dec. 19. Participants will take to the picturesque lake for a guided tour, all the while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. No experience is necessary to take part, but participants should be comfortable around water. Cost of the kayak tour is $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, and the price includes use of the kayak, paddle, and lifejacket. To find out more, visit www.ArkansasStateParks.com or phone 870-628-4714.
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Blytheville’s Arkansas Aeroplex is the site of the 14th annual Lights of the Delta through Dec. 29. With six million lights and 36 major motion displays on 40 acres, Lights of the Delta is one of the largest lighting festivals in the mid-south. Hayrides are available each night. Live music and nativity scene will be presented on select nights throughout the festival. Visit www.LightsoftheDelta.com for details. Information on Lights of the Delta and other holiday lighting extravaganza can be found by visiting www.arkansas.com/things-to-do/trail-of-lights/.
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Pine Bluff lights up for the 13th annual Enchanted Land of Lights and Legends nightly through Dec. 31. Located within the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Regional Park, the Enchanted Land of Lights and Legends features over 140 lighted vignettes, many of which are animated. The award-winning event, which opened on Nov. 17, is one of Arkansas’s largest drive-thru holiday light displays. Admission is free but donations are accepted. To find out more, log on to www.PineBluffFestival.org or phone 800-536-7660.
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Submitted by the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism
One Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201, 501-682-7606
E-mail: info@arkansas.com
May be used without permission. Credit line is appreciated:
"Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism"
Kimberly J. Williams, travel writer
Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Note to the Print and Broadcast Media:
In order to better serve your needs and to keep you from getting extremely long documents from the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, we have decided to break down our Travelin’ Arkansas release into regions organized by date. This way you will be able to look only at the areas you are interested in covering. The territories covered in Travelin' Arkansas adhere to the six geographical regions found in the Arkansas Tour Guide. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions: communications@arkansas.com or 501-682-7606.
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Parkin Archeological State Park in Parkin will host an Advanced Craft Gourd Workshop on Dec. 5. Participants will learn to decorate a gourd with an intricate design and how to make a pine needle basket gourd. No prior experience is necessary to enroll in the workshop. Class size is limited and reservations are recommended. To learn more, visit www.ArkansasStateParks.com or call 870-755-2500.
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Celebrate the holiday season as it was observed over a century ago as the Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc hosts Christmas at the Museum on Dec. 5-6. Visitors will play a variety of old-fashioned Christmas games from the past and make their own ornament to take home. For more details, contact the park at 870-256-3711.
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Warfield Concerts in Helena-West Helena will host ‘Tis the Season on Dec. 6. Presented by the Helena Little Theater and the Phillips Community College/University of Arkansas Fine Arts Department, the event features songs and carols that make the season special. ‘Tis the Season will be performed at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Lily Peter Auditorium on the Phillips Community College/University of Arkansas campus. Visit www.WarfieldConcerts.org for more information.
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The Fowler Center at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro welcomes The Blind Boys of Alabama on Dec. 8. The award-winning gospel ensemble has recorded over 20 albums and continues to tour and perform throughout the world. The group was originally formed in 1939 at the Alabama Institute for the Negro Blind in Talladega. For more information, log on to www.YourFowlerCenter.com or phone 870-972-3471.
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The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff will host Winter WonderLand on Dec. 19. The workshop gives youngsters an opportunity to work on winter-themed arts and crafts projects. To learn more, visit www.artssciencecenter.org or phone 870-536-3375.
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Spend the evening paddling your cares away as Cane Creek State Park in Star City hosts a Sunset Kayak Tour on Dec. 19. Participants will take to the picturesque lake for a guided tour, all the while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. No experience is necessary to take part, but participants should be comfortable around water. Cost of the kayak tour is $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, and the price includes use of the kayak, paddle, and lifejacket. To find out more, visit www.ArkansasStateParks.com or phone 870-628-4714.
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Blytheville’s Arkansas Aeroplex is the site of the 14th annual Lights of the Delta through Dec. 29. With six million lights and 36 major motion displays on 40 acres, Lights of the Delta is one of the largest lighting festivals in the mid-south. Hayrides are available each night. Live music and nativity scene will be presented on select nights throughout the festival. Visit www.LightsoftheDelta.com for details. Information on Lights of the Delta and other holiday lighting extravaganza can be found by visiting www.arkansas.com/things-to-do/trail-of-lights/.
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Pine Bluff lights up for the 13th annual Enchanted Land of Lights and Legends nightly through Dec. 31. Located within the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Regional Park, the Enchanted Land of Lights and Legends features over 140 lighted vignettes, many of which are animated. The award-winning event, which opened on Nov. 17, is one of Arkansas’s largest drive-thru holiday light displays. Admission is free but donations are accepted. To find out more, log on to www.PineBluffFestival.org or phone 800-536-7660.
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Submitted by the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism
One Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201, 501-682-7606
E-mail: info@arkansas.com
May be used without permission. Credit line is appreciated:
"Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism"
Submitted by the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism
One Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201, 501-682-7606
E-mail: info@arkansas.com
May be used without permission. Credit line is appreciated:
"Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism"