Arkansas Arts, Crafts & Antiques

The Art of Carl Hancock

Physical

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

Electronic

501-324-9304

Carl Hancock (1898–1966) was a self-taught etcher, designer, painter and commercial artist. He sketched many scenes and architectural subjects in and around Little Rock, Memphis and New Orleans, as well as St. Francisville, Louisiana, and Natchez, Mississippi. He produced many works of a commercial nature, including souvenir sketches and Christmas cards. He was born in Springville, Tennessee, and moved to Arkansas in the early 1900s. He was a long-time resident of North Little Rock. Hancock was a member of the Southern States Art League, the Southern Printmakers Society, and the Mississippi Art Association. He is listed in Who’s Who in American Art (1947 and 1959,) Who Was Who in American Art 1564-1975, and Who is Who in Arkansas, by Bessie Butler Allard.

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Pine Bluff High School Art League

Physical

Elise Askew
Art & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
701 Main Street
Pine Bluff, AR  71601

Electronic

(870) 536-3375
easkew@artssciencecenter.org
http://www.artssciencecenter.org

Art by Pine Bluff High School Art Department, work in various mediums.

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Pangburn's Annual 4th of July Parade, Celebration & Fireworks

Physical

James Williams
P.O. Box 577
Pangburn, AR  72121

Electronic

(501) 728-4611

Parade 10 a.m. on Main Street. All other activities in city park including political speakers, parade awards, games, concessions, live music, free BBQ 5 p.m., fireworks 9 p.m. Bring a lawn chair and join us in a fun filled 4th of July celebration!

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Fireworks In The Park

Physical

Salem Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 649
Salem, AR  72576

Electronic

(870) 895-5565
Chamber@SalemAR.com
http://www.SalemAR.com/

Salem Chamber of Commerce Fireworks in the Park. Food and music prior to a gigantic fireworks display over the lake at the Salem City Park.

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Red, White & Blue 4-Wheeler Parade and Flag Ceremony

Physical

Pati Brown
994 Mountain Harbor Rd
Mount Ida, AR  71957

Electronic

(870) 867-2191
info@mountainharborresort.com
http://www.mountainharborresort.com

Whether you're a participant or a spectator, be sure to dress the part. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. and make its way to Marina Point. Stick around after the parade for our annual 4th of July Flag Ceremony. For all the details log on to our website or give us a call at the Lodge.

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Mountain Harbor Resort's 4th of July Celebration

Physical

Pati Brown
994 Mountain Harbor Rd
Mount Ida, AR  71957

Electronic

(870) 867-2191
info@mountainharborresort.com
http://www.mountainharborresort.com

Come by boat or by land to Mountain Harbor's 36th Annual Fireworks Display! The show will begin at 9:30 p.m. off marina point. For complete details visit our website or give us a call at our Lodge.

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4th of July Celebration

Physical

John Puckett
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR  71953

Electronic

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

A spectacular event for the whole family to enjoy. Watch from your car or cozy up in a blanket on the ground to watch the display. Music and concessions. Fireworks begin at dark.

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Celebrating Freedom Fireworks

Physical

BDC/South Logan County Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 55
Booneville, AR  72927

Electronic

(479) 675-2666
info@booneville.com
http://www.booneville.com

Come out and enjoy the fireworks display starting at dark. Concessions will be available.

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Freedom Fest

Physical

Bev Saunders
P.O. Box 642
Gentry, AR  72734

Electronic

(479) 736-2358
info@gentrychamber.com
http://gentrychamber.com

All-day Fourth of July Freedom Festival, pageants, games for kids, lots of food, car show, antique tractor show, bands and entertainment, arts and craft booths. Great fireworks display at dusk!

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July 4th Fun & Games Day

Physical

Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR  72110

Electronic

(501) 727-5441
petitjean@arkansas.com
http://www.petitjeanstatepark.com

Celebrate our nation’s birthday! An abundance of all-American activities including water balloon tosses, softball, and much more are waiting for you! Contact the park for a schedule.

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6th Annual Fireworks On The Lake

Physical

Glenda Nichols
335 East Gaines
Monticello, AR  71655

Electronic

(870) 367-6741
chamber@seark.net
http://www.montdrewchamber.com

Celebrate Independence Day with a model airplane show, military equipment display, tribute to area military troops and hotdogs with all the trimmings. Spectacular fireworks at 9 p.m. Bring your own seating and enjoy a day of family entertainment on beautiful Lake Monticello.

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Independence Day Games

Physical

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

Electronic

(501) 767-9366
lakeouachita@arkansas.com

Join us for a day of some fun in the sun! We will have family-friendly games, programs, and activities throughout the day. This is an Arkansas State Parks 75th anniversary event. Contact the park for a schedule.

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26th Annual Turtle Races

Physical

Tammy Hogan
P.O. Box 550
Harrison, AR  72602

Electronic

(870) 741-7641
thogan@ffbh.com
http://www.ffbh.com

First Federal Bank presents the 26th Annual Turtle Races. Turtles race in “heats” with the first 3 across the line moving on to the next heat. 1st-3rd places receive a trophy. Hot dogs, lemonade, and popcorn is also served.

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33rd Annual Devil's Den Games

Physical

Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Highway 74
West Fork, AR  72774

Electronic

(479) 761-3325
harry.harnish@arkansas.com

This year is the 75th anniversary of Arkansas State Parks! Help us celebrate by joining in the traditional Devil's Den fun as the park hosts softball and horseshoe tournaments, games for kids of all ages, and the popular ice cream social. Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

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9th Annual Sherwood's 4th of July Family Celebration

Physical

Cheryl A. Ferguson
1111 West Maryland Ave.
Sherwood, AR  72120

Electronic

(501) 835-8909
Cherylf@ci.sherwood.ar.us

Family event from 6-9 p.m., featuring free food, Pepsi, patriotic tribute, entertainment, and children's activities. Firewood display at 9 p.m. Free shuttle service from Sylvan Hills High School parking lot.

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Old Fashioned Fourth of July

Physical

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

Electronic

(479) 394-2863
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
http://www.queenwilhelmina.com

Join us to celebrate our nation's independence with recreational games, concerts, and a watermelon feast. Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

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Fun on the Fourth

Physical

Crowley's Ridge State Park
2092 Highway 168 North
Paragould, AR  72450

Electronic

(870) 573-6751
crowleysridge@arkansas.com

Celebrate the 4th of July with recreational activities, interpretive programs, swimming, pedal boating, and games while listening to music provided by a D.J. on the beach. Contact the park for a more detailed schedule.

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81st Annual 4th of July Homecoming and Picnic

Physical

Royce Williams
P.O. 133
Piggott, AR  72454

Electronic

(870) 598-3357

Parade at 9 a.m., bands, political speakers, entertainment, singing, beauty pageant, BBQ, hamburgers, and fried chicken dinner with all of the trimmings. Fireworks at 11 p.m. New truck give-away at 11:30 p.m., carnival rides and more!

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Free Day & Fourth of July Family Festival

Physical

Clinton Presidential Center
1200 President Clinton Avenue
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Little Rock, AR  72201

Electronic

501-370-8000
tbittle@clintonfoundation.org
http://www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org

The Clinton Presidential Center will offer free admission to the library in celebration of Independence Day. There will be a free family festival starting at 2:00 p.m. with children’s activities, food vendors, live music and more! The Dell Smith Experience featuring Tawanna Campbell and J. White will provide music and entertainment from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Watch the Fourth of July fireworks over the Arkansas River at 9:30 p.m! Come join us on the Fourth of July! Sponsored by Radio Disney.

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First Federal Bank’s 26th Annual Turtle Races

Physical

First Federal Downtown Office
200 W. Stephenson
Harrison, AR  72602

Electronic

870-365-8305
http://www.ffbh.com/turtle.html

Registration the day of the race begins at 8:45 a.m., and heats start at 9:30 a.m. Free T-shirts for first 250 entrants. Race is for box turtles only (snapping turtles will be disqualified). Visit the Web site for the history and photos of past events.

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Pops on the River

Physical

Norma Edwards
121 E. Captiol Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72201

Electronic

501-378-3807
nedwards@arkansasonline.com
http://www.arkansasonline.com/pops

Join us for Pops on the River! The evening includes music from the Happenstance and the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and will end with fireworks. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the music starts at 6:30 p.m. Other activities include a dunking booth with Arkansas Democrat-Gazette editorial writers such as Wally Hall and Jennifer Christman, caricatures by John Deering, Jay Grelen's Southern Sweet Tea Sipoff, Irene Wassel's Apple Pie Contest, face painting and a marketplace full of vendors. A donation of a non-perishable food item is requested for the Arkansas Food Bank Network.

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Turpentine Creek Habitat Opening and Animal Release

Physical

Ken Rundel
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR  72632

Electronic

479-253-5841
ken@eurekasprings.org
http://www.turpentinecreek.org/index.html

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge will have a public Grand Opening ceremony for two bear habitats and two cat habitats, which will house four black bears, three tigers, and one lioness. The USDA licensed facility is dedicated to the rescue and care of exotic Big Cats, with a total of 122 Big Cats under their care at the present time. These new natural enclosures are the latest in a series of planned habitat areas and will bring the total of Big Cats housed in them to 70, over half of the total population of the exotic cats living at Turpentine Creek.

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4th of July Fireworks at Iron Mountain Lodge and Marina

Physical

Marina
134 Iron Mountain Marina Drive
Arkadelphia, AR  71923

Electronic

(870) 246-4310
http://iron-mountain.com

4th of July Fireworks at Iron Mountain! Load up your friends and family on the boat, take a cruise and enjoy the show! The fireworks will be on the island across from DeGray State Park Lodge. Fireworks are funded by donations from businesses and individuals; call to donate. Email us at info@iron-mountain.com.

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Fireworks Over Harbor!

Physical

Pati Brown
P.O. Box 1268
Mount Ida, AR  71957

Electronic

870-867-2191
pati@ipa.net
http://mountainharborresort.com

Join all the crew at Mountain Harbor Resort and Spa for a great lake celebration on the Fourth of July! The event kicks off with a patriotic four-wheeler parade followed by a fun flag raising event. The fireworks display in the evening is the lake's most spectacular!

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Fun on the Fourth

Physical

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

Electronic

(501) 868-5806
pinnaclemountain@arkansas.com

Celebrate and cool off on this 4th of July at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Join the park interpreters for a day full of wet and wild games for the whole family. There will be watermelon seed spitting contests, water balloon volleyball, and relay races. Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

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4th of July Celebration

Physical

Logoly State Park
P.O. Box 245
McNeil, AR  71752

Electronic

(870) 695-3561
logoly@arkansas.com

Join the park staff for a celebration of Independence Day. Games, crafts, nature programs and guided hikes will be offered throughout the day. Enjoy the natural beauty that makes our state a national treasure! Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

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Children's Hands-on Workshop

Physical

Nancy Stimson
Fort Smith National Historic Site
PO Box 1406
Fort Smith, AR  72902

Electronic

(479) 783-3961
fosm_interpretation@nps.gov
http://www.nps.gov/fosm

For children ages 5 and up. The program will explore the history of early Fort Smith. While designed to be fun for the children, it is also educational and ties into Arkansas’s state curriculum frameworks and standards. Call for more information and reservations.

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Dutch Oven Dessert & Game Night

Physical

Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road
Star City, AR  71667

Electronic

(870) 628-4714
canecreek@arkansas.com

Park guests and local community members are invited to a Dutch oven dessert and game night! A Dutch oven demonstration will be given and then we will play recreational and table games as we wait for dessert to cook. This is a fun evening for families.

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64th Annual Homecoming Picnic

Physical

Chamber
1621 West Main St.
Corning, AR  72422

Electronic

(870) 857-3874
cacoc@neark.net

Picnic starts after the annual downtown parade at 9 a.m. Concessions, live entertainment, games, and rides are just part of the activities. Beauty pageants for ages 7-18 with cash prizes. Spectacular fireworks display. Free truck give-away.

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Fireworks Extravaganza

Physical

Heber Springs Chamber of Commerce
1001 W. Main Street
Heber Springs, AR  72543

Electronic

501-362-2444
chamber@heber-springs.com
http://www.heber-springs.com

Fireworks Display will be from the Heber Springs Municipal Airport at 9:30 p.m. Airport area is closed to the public. Multiple locations from the northside of Heber Springs and on Greers Ferry Lake will enjoy viewing of the fireworks.

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4th of July Celebration

Physical

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

Electronic

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

The Folk Center Craft Grounds will be open on Independence Day, with over 20 pioneer craft demonstrations, traditional music performances, and a living history presentation at noon. Sack races, egg carries, apple bobbing, and lots of good old-fashioned family fun begins at 2:30 p.m. Ice-cold watermelon will be served during the activities. Contact the park for further details.

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4th Annual Fireworks Display

Physical

James Conway
P.O. Box 2
3607 Hwy 355 South
Fulton, AR  71838

Electronic

(870) 722-4154
james.conway@cmcsg.com

McNab hosts its 4th annual fireworks display starting at 9 p.m. with music, and food available.

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Gallery Walk

Physical

Arts Central
620 Central Avenue
Hot Springs, AR  71901

Electronic

(501) 625-3992
hscvb@hotsprings.org
http://www.artscooperativeteam.com

An opportunity to stroll beautiful downtown Hot Springs and enjoy some of the finest contemporary art in America. The art galleries that sparkle like a fine necklace in the heart of the Victorian downtown district stay open until 9 p.m., often with music and complimentary refreshments.

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10th Annual 4th of July Star Spangled Spectaular

Physical

Camden Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 99
Camden, AR  71711

Electronic

(870) 836-6426
info@camdenareachamberofcommerce.org

Camden's celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever! Activities include fireworks, patriotic songs, concessions, choirs and other fun family entertainment. Please bring blankets and lawn chairs. No restroom facilities are wheel-chair accessible.

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28th Annual Fantastic Fourth Celebration

Physical

Chamber of Commerce
111 West Main
El Dorado, AR  71730

Electronic

(870) 863-6113
delora@suddenlink.mail.com
http://www.GoElDorado.com

Fun, family event featuring entertainment and the largest display of fireworks in south Arkansas.

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Red, White & Boom

Physical

Fayetteville Parks & Recreation
113 w. Mountain
Fayetteville, AR  72701

Electronic

(479) 444-3471
http://www.accessfayetteville.org

4th of July Celebration and fireworks display.

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Island Festival

Physical

DeGray Lake Resort State Park
2027 State Park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR  71929

Electronic

(501) 865-2801
degraylakeresort@arkansas.com
http://www.degray.com

All-American activities for the whole family! Contests, games, crafts, scavenger hunt, and an underwater treasure hunt are just some of the activities available. Programs and prizes are available for all ages. Fireworks display over the lake at night.

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Fireworks Display

Physical

DeGray Lake Resort State Park
2027 State Park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR  71929

Electronic

(501) 865-2801
degraylakeresort@arkansas.com
http://www.degray.com

Bring your lawn chairs and your sense of wonder as DeGray Lake Resort State Park, Iron Mountain Lodge and Marina, and local fire departments host our annual fireworks classic. This free show lasts between 18 and 25 minutes and rivals most municipal displays. Although it can be seen throughout the park, choice viewing areas fill up fast so plan to arrive early. The cost of the show is covered entirely by donations. Contact the park for further information.

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City of Caraway 62nd Annual 4th of July Picnic

Physical

Barry Riley
PO Box 549
Caraway, AR  72419

Electronic

(870) 482-3716

Live music and singing, hourly drawings for prizes,tractor display, bingo, Bluff City Carnival, varity of vending booths, food, fireworks and fun!

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6th Annual 5K Freedom Run

Physical

Jarrod Stroud
1212 S. Church Street
Jonesboro, AR  72401

Electronic

(870) 933-4604
jstroud@jonesboro.org
http://www.jonesborosports.org

The beautiful course takes you through Craighead Forest Park. Following the race, the East Arkansas Broadcasters will host the Fourth in the Forest Celebration, complete with live bands, food, prizes, and a spectacular fireworks show!

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Pops on the River - 25th Annual

Physical

Tabitha Cunningham
121 East Capitol
Little Rock, AR  72201

Electronic

(501) 918-4539
tcunningham@arkansasonline.com

Sponsored by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, this family friendly event showcases a performance by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and fireworks. Gates open at 6 p.m.

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Frontier Fourth of July

Physical

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

Electronic

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

2-4 p.m. Fun family event celebrating the nation’s birthday with Living History performances.

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July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza

Physical

Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce
621 E Rush
Harrison, AR  72601

Electronic

(870) 741-2659
cocinfo@harrison-chamber.com
http://www.harrison-chamber.com

The levee area around Lake Harrison provides the perfect seat to watch as mirror images of the fireworks explode on both sides of the bridge, reflected in Lake Harrison. Fireworks will begin at dusk (approx. 9 p.m.).

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Fireworks at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

Physical

Tanya Smith
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
Hwy 23 South
Eureka Springs, AR  72632

Electronic

(479) xx3-5841
ken@eurekasprings.org
http://www.turpentinecreek.org

TCWR offers a perfect Ozark Mountain Venue to the general public as a free, safe, legal place to set off your fireworks. Shoot off your own fireworks display while enjoying others too. Bring your own fireworks or buy them here to help the refuge. Easy access, free parking. Bring a cooler and enjoy. Donations and sponsors are welcome.

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Frontier Fourth of July

Physical

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

Electronic

501-324-9304

Fun family event celebrating the nation’s birthday with Living History performances.

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Veterans Appreciation Night

Physical

M. Tipton
P.O. Box 6434
Hot Springs, AR  71902

Electronic

(501) 623-9781
info@witnessproductions.com
http://www.witnessproductions.com

This evening will honor all veterans, active military, firemen, law enforcement, and EMTs (along with one guest) with complimentary admission. Special patriotic festivities include door prizes, a spectacular fireworks/music display, and honoring each branch of the military and "those who protect us."

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Ventris Trail's End Resort's 7th Annual Fireworks Display

Physical

Jody A. Simrell
9484 Simrell Drive
Garfield, AR  72732

Electronic

(479) 359-3912
ventristrailsend@mc2k.com
http://www.beaverlakeresorts.com

A beautiful fireworks display that is set off to music in honor of our Nation's Independence. You will be awed and inspired when you hear our Nation's music and watch as the fireworks light up the night's sky! This display is to be seen by boat only.

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Junior Fishing Contest

Physical

Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road
Star City, AR  71667

Electronic

(870) 628-4714
canecreek@arkansas.com

Parents, spend the morning relaxing while your junior anglers compete for the highest weight caught during this informal fishing derby. Bring your pole, bait and fishing skills to the visitor center and we will lead the way! Cane Creek will provide you with a pole if you do not have one. Prizes will be awarded. For children 15 years and younger.

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Sunset Kayak Tour

Physical

Cane Creek State Park
50 State Park Road
Star City, AR  71667

Electronic

(870) 628-4714
canecreek@arkansas.com

Join a park interpreter for this guided paddling tour of the lake. View the magnificent Delta sunset while listening to the sounds of nature all around you. No experience is necessary, but you should be comfortable around water. Fee includes use of a kayak, paddle, and lifejacket. Contact the park for exact times and reservations.

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History and Heritage Celebration

Physical

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

Electronic

(501) 767-9366
lakeouachita@arkansas.com

Join us as we celebrate 75 years of making memories in Arkansas State Parks. We will be sharing memories while making new ones. Do you know someone that once lived in the Ouachita River Valley, helped build the Blakely Mountain Dam, or camped at Three Sisters Springs in the early years? Maybe you or someone you know have other special memories of this area that you would like to share. If so, please bring any area photos or artifacts to the celebration for us to copy or photograph. We will be creating a scrapbook and would love to include your entry. This lasting legacy will then be available for park guests to view and reminisce. The event will also include cake and ice cream, kids’ games and activities and other programming. Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

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Celebrity Concert featuring the Carolina Chocolate Drops

Physical

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

Electronic

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

Celebrate the upcoming Old Time String Band Week by attending this special Celebrity Concert featuring the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Click here to purchase tickets online. Contact the park for further details.

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Astronomy Program

Physical

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area
21392 East Highway 12
Rogers, AR  72756

Electronic

(479) 789-2380
hobbs@arkansas.com

This interactive program is designed for beginning astronomers. Guest presenters from the Sugar Creek Astronomical Society will bring their high-powered telescopes, enabling you to view hard-to-see stellar phenomena. The informal program will address different types of telescopes and the basics of night sky viewing. You are welcome to bring your own telescope. Binoculars are also excellent for simple night sky viewing. Children/scout groups, adults, and families are all welcome. Restrooms are available on site.

What to Bring: flashlight (with red cloth or red balloon over the lens), binoculars and/or telescope (optional), folding chairs, questions, and enthusiasm!

Driving directions from Rogers: Take Highway 12 east out of Rogers approximately 12.5 miles to Townsend Ridge Road. (just before War Eagle Road). Turn right onto Townsend Ridge Road. Go two miles to the Hidden Diversity Multi-Use Trail parking lot (on the right). Driving time from the Highway 12/Second Street intersection in Rogers is approximately 20 minutes.

Note: The program will go on even if the sky is cloudy. In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled.

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Bike-ini Madness

Physical

Nitro
PO Box 6224
Pine Bluff, AR  71611

Electronic

870-718-8520
xtremerydars@yahoo.com
http://www.myspace.com/xtremerydars

Xtreme Rydars kicks off the Independence Day Weekend Beach Festival: "Where’s the Beach," with a bike rally. Join us as we kick off the festival with chrome, torque, speed and style!

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The Ouachita River Ramblers in Concert

Physical

Jerry Babbitt
400 Dozier Hollow Rd
Mt Ida, AR  71957

Electronic

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

Bring family & friends, your lawnchairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of great bluegrass by The Ouachita River Ramblers on the Frontporch Stage in Mt Ida, Arkansas. Acoustic jams start at 3 p.m., Concerts start at 7 p.m. Our snack bar is open during all concerts.

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Independence Day Parade

Physical

Ken Rundel
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR  72632

Electronic

866-947-4387
ken@eurekasprings.org
http://www.eurekasprings.org

"Red White and You" will be the theme of an Independence Day Parade beginning at 2 p.m. The procession will include a National Guard color guard, which will lead the parade, fire and police department personnel and representives from neighboring cities.

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"Tons of Fun" Celebration

Physical

Bull Shoals-White River State Park
153 Dam Overlook Lane
Bull Shoals, AR  72619

Electronic

(870) 445-3629
bullshoalswhiteriver@arkansas.com

All-American fun for the entire family! Recreational activities are scheduled all day, including our newest "Family Survivor" competition, the infamous watermelon eating contest, the seed spitting contest, the "Wet as a Trout" slip and slide, plus a variety of other fun games. Prizes will be awarded. Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

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The 31st Annual Sizzle 'N Sweat Brewery Collectables Show

Physical

Kenn Flemmons
Brewery Collectibles Club of America
Fenton, MO  63026-2092

Electronic

(501) 221-3976
bcca@bcca.com
http://www.bcca.com

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by the AR-Can-Sas Brewery Collectables Club. If you collect brewery items, this is the show for you! Buy, sell or trade; 50/50 raffle and more. Contact Dwayne Stokes at (501) 945-0042 or Kenn Flemmons at (501) 221-3976 for more information or visit the Web site.

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Native American Craft Day for Kids

Physical

Parkin Archeological State Park
P.O. Box 1110
Parkin, AR  72373

Electronic

(870) 755-2500
parkin@arkansas.com

Families can learn about the prehistoric Native Americans who inhabited this area over 500 years ago. Make your own arrowhead necklace, gorget necklace, pinch pot, or corn husk doll to take home.

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Hardy Old Time Picnic Water Fun

Physical

Nina Thornton
PO Box 5
Hardy, AR  72542

Electronic

(870) 856-3811
mayorofhardy@yahoo.com

A fun-filled day with water slides, dunking booths, water curtains, parades, game booths, hot dogs, lemonade, music, water balloon toss, drawings throughout the day.

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Execution Anniversary Program

Physical

Nancy Stimson
Fort Smith National Historic Site
P.O. Box 1406
Fort Smith, AR  72902

Electronic

(479) 783-3961
fosm_interpretation@nps.gov
http://www.nps.gov/fosm

11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Ranger-led programs are held at the reconstructed gallows on the anniversary dates of executions carried out by the federal court from 1873-1896. Information about the condemned individuals will be discussed: their crimes, court case, and execution.

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Sunday Gospel Concert

Physical

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

Electronic

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

A concert of traditional, Southern gospel music. Contact the park for further information about the performers and program.

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Webb Civil War & Antique Collection

Physical

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

Electronic

(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.

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Junior Pro Rodeo

Physical

Jeanie Jones
Birdell Arena
Pocahontas, AR  72455

Electronic

870-219-2551
trickroper72455@yahoo.com

Rodeo events for children up to the age of 18.

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Lucky 13 Cinema

Physical

Ken Rundel
PO Box 522
Eureka Springs, AR  72632

Electronic

(866) 947-4387
buchananyes@yahoo.com
http://www.lucky13cinema.org

Title: Seusa Night Movie: Horton Hears a Who Movie starts at dark.

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For As Long as the Waters Shall Run: The Caddos and Their Neighbors in the Late 19th Century

Physical

Old Independence Regional Museum
380 South Ninth Street Batesville, AR 72501
Batesville, AR  72501

Electronic

870-793-2121
oirm@oirm.org
http://www.oirm.org

Program by Dr. George Sabo of the University of Arkansas nad the Arkansas Archeological Survey.

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"The Johnny Tolley Ole' Time Variety Show"

Physical

The Arts Council of Mississippi County
306 W. Main Street
P.O. Box 925
Blytheville, AR  72315

Electronic

(870) 762-1744
artsmissco@yahoo.com

Once Blytheville resident and now country music professional, Johnny Tolley returns to his hometown to host "The Johnny Tolley Ole' Time Variety Show." This fundraising event for The Arts Council of Mississippi County features local artists of music and mirth.

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Children's Hands-on Workshop

Physical

Nancy Stimson
Fort Smith National Historic Site
PO Box 1406
Fort Smith, AR  72902

Electronic

(479) 783-3961
fosm_interpretation@nps.gov
http://www.nps.gov/fosm

For children ages 5 and up. The program will explore the history of early Fort Smith. While designed to be fun for the children, it is also educational and ties into Arkansas’s state curriculum frameworks and standards. Call for more information and reservations.

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"Looking for Lost Lore "

Physical

Old Independence Regional Museum
380 South Ninth Street
Batesville, AR  72501

Electronic