We love the Arkansas River Valley! Not only is it beautiful, but the heart of the people who live here is difficult to beat! Our community has tons of resources for the people and activities year round. From sports events, to learning events, to live entertainment… take a look at what’s happening This Weekend in the Arkansas River Valley!

NOTE: We do our best to bring you accurate information… however, we encourage you to reach out to event venues to confirm before you head out to an advertised event.

Thursday, October 1, 2020

October (Socially Distanced) Crag Clean-ups and Volunteer Days

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 7 AM – 7 PM
Arkansas Ozarks
Hosted by Arkansas Climbers Coalition

Tickets: www.givepulse.com/event/206659

Join us across the Natural State for small scale, socially distanced stewardship events throughout the month of October!

Grab your crew and head to the crag for crisp temps, Fall sends and chances to keep our favorite crags beautiful!

October stewardship event details and signups are located on the ARCC GivePulse page: https://www.givepulse.com/event/206659

Enter to Win FREE gear by participating in any of our October events!

Volunteer events will take place throughout the month of October, visit GivePulse for all the details.

Tasks listed on GivePulse have been assigned point values that earn volunteers entries into our October gear give away! Task can be done alone or in small groups if you wish to do so! There's no limit to the number of tasks you or your group can do. Completion of tasks will be on the honor system, but we encourage you to tag us on Instagram @arkansasclimberscoalition or Facebook with a pic of you & your contribution, shoot us an email at info@arkansasclimbers.org with a recap of your experience, or check in using the GivePulse app! ARCC Board Members will be checking in with volunteers as slots are filled up.

Be sure & check our social media platforms for additional information on sponsors, pop-up events, volunteer incentives, and to see what your community members are doing over the month!

Byrd's Fall Backcountry Fly-In

Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 8 AM through Sunday, October 4, 2020 at 5 PM CDT
Byrd's Adventure Center
Hosted by Byrd's Adventure Center

Byrd's is now on 122.9 -- Please spread the word!

Enjoy breathtaking scenery in the Ozarks during the 16th annual Byrd's Fall Backcountry Fly-In. All pilots and aircraft welcome.

Byrd’s features two grass runways along the wild and scenic Mulberry River. Our 2,500-foot strip is suitable for many single-engine airplanes, while our short ultralight runway is ideal for powered parachutes and trikes. Pilots are encouraged to monitor channel 122.9.

Bring gear for non-flying activities too, including river exploring, ATV trail rides, waterfall hikes, fishing, and campfire cookouts.

Groups will fly out on sightseeing trips to surrounding landmarks and airports (weather permitting). Snacks, drinks, ice and sandwiches are available at Byrd’s on-site store. Restaurant dining is available at our Riverfront Restaurant.

Aviation fuel is available nearby at the Ozark (7M5) and Clarksville (H35) municipal airports. Fuel is not available on site.

Flying at Byrd’s is free! RV camping with hookups are $22 per night. Primitive camping is $10 per person per night with access to our large heated shower house. Cabins are available on site. Call 479-667-4066 for cabin reservations.

Visit our Fly page for airstrip details or call 479-667-4066 for more information.

www.byrdsadventurecenter.com

Product Photography Workshop

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Clarksville - Johnson County Chamber
Hosted by Clarksville - Johnson County Chamber and Janae Spencer Photography

Join us on Thursday for this informative class instruction on framing your subject. You will also learn how to center or offset, use angles, check your background, and adjust lighting issues and more. These functions will help you to display your product and gain more viewers per post.

The class is FREE and the intended audience is retailers and restaurants. Class instruction to be lead by Janae Spencer of Janae Spencer Photography.

Mask required and social distancing will be adhered to.

HANDS ON! Bring a product as a subject matter to focus on.
Make sure your phone is charged up or your camera has batteries!

BoBrook Farms Pumpkin Patch

Now through October 31, 2020 from 9 AM - 1 PM
BoBrook Farms LLC
Hosted by BoBrook Farms LLC

Our annual pumpkin patch is back again this year! We are so excited to be able to host this again but as expected we are having to make a few adjustments! We are still confident that everyone will have an AMAZING time regardless!!

We are open Monday-Sunday with extended hours on the weekend. We are excited to offer some of your favorite fall activities such as pig races, our famous hay bail slides, all of our farm animals, sunflower field, pick you own pumpkin, hay bail maze, wooden fence maze, scarecrow trail, photo booth, multiple photo opportunities and so much more!

We will have all activities spread out on our large outdoor space. Pumpkins and gift shop will be inside our barn for you to browse on your way out!

Admission is $7 per person for everyone who is age 2 and older and can be purchased at the gate.

We will be following all health code regulations that are advised as they are released. Please bring your mask and wear when social distancing isn't possible.

Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 9 AM – 3 PM
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton
Hosted by University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton and UACCM Workforce & Community Education

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton will host the Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop, an Arkansas-based workforce initiative designed to increase the number of skilled professionals in the state, from September 28 to October 2. The workshop will take place partially on campus, including an evening event, with the workshop also scheduled to visit schools in the area. These events are free and open to the community.

While on the UACCM campus, the workshop will be located in the University Center parking lot. On other days, the workshop will take place at nearby high schools. Guidelines are in place to protect the health and wellness for participants, including a limitation of 10 people in the workshop at a time.

Schedule:

Thursday, October 1 – UACCM (All Are Invited), 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Established in 2016, the Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop encourages student participation in 16positions that are in high demand in Arkansas, including in the fields of construction, trucking, welding, manufacturing, HVAC, and others. The 78-food mobile unit workshop showcases the makeup of these positions with interactive work stations that engage participants through immersive gaming, skills challenges, and video. The program is an initiative of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and associated with industries of Arkansas. Be Pro Be Proud’s goal is to address a skills gap of technical labor in Arkansas. According to the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce, approximately 60,000 openings of job positions exist in Arkansas with the majority being in high-skilled technical fields. This corroborates with a national trend of a labor shortage, with 82 percent of manufacturers nationwide reporting a moderate or serious shortage of skilled workers. In Arkansas, the challenge is related to an aging workforce in these fields, with 23 percent of these professionals near retirement age.

For more information, contact Denise Pote, coordinator of workforce development and community education, at (501) 977-5322, or at workforce@uaccm.edu.

Women's Bible Study

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Midway Assembly of God
Hosted by Midway Assembly of God Women's Ministry

Inviting all area women-----women of much faith, little faith, or no faith----to a Bible study for women! Our church is hosting this but we are inviting all women because we need each other. And we need to learn together how to navigate these tough times in 2020. Our study is Bible based, from the book Trusting God, author Jerry Bridges, with Glenda Varnell Ezell, teacher/leader. Five weeks of study, beginning Thurs, Oct 1, 9:30 - 10:30 am. Meeting in our church's fellowship hall. Coffee & a snack will be waiting for you! Bring your Bible, a notepad & pen, & your mask. We will socially distance for safety so you may remove your mask once you are seated. You may purchase the book when you arrive or if you want it earlier you may contact us for your copy. If you have any questions you can contact Shirley Parsons by Facebook or calling 847-5045. Leave a message if no answer & you will be called back.
"Stronger together than by yourself."

Cuéntame un Cuento: Tell Me a Story (Spanish English Story Time)

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 1 – 1:30 PM
Pope County Library System
Hosted by Pope County Library Youth Services

Ms. Melanie and Sra. Carolina will read some of their favorite books in English and Spanish as well as singing songs and playing games.

Create Craft Demo

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 3 - 3:30 PM
Pope County Library System
Hosted by Pope County Library Youth Services, Community of Champions and Pope County Library System

CREATE is a program for teens and young adults with developmental disabilities to hang out and explore art and STEM projects together.

Unfortunately, due to Covid we have to do our programs virtually right now. Stop by every other Monday to pick up the kit in the YA or Children's departments. There will be a demo the Thursday of the same week at 3:00 on the Pope County Youth Services Facebook page.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Email Mx. Eli at teens@popelbirary.org or Ms. Melanie@kids@popelirary.org.

Contact us if you will have difficulty picking up the kit and we will see if we can come up with a plan to accommodate.

First Thursday and Main Street Farmers' Market

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 4 – 7 PM
Main Street Morrilton
Hosted by Main Street Morrilton

Tickets: www.mainstreetmorrilton.org/farmers-market

Shop for back to school! Many of your favorite downtown merchants will be open until 7:00 pm. Stop in for special promotions and deals!

Farmers' Market open on Commerce Street from 4:00 - 7:00 PM with local produce, meats, baked goods, canned goods and locally-prepared consumables.

Downtown businesses participating include:

Big Cuppa - Cold Brew Shandy - $2.00
Arkansas Craft Beer - 1/2 off!
First Thursday Farmer's Market Blend - only available on 1st Thursday!
Merle Norman & More - 20% off an item and each purchase gets to draw a surprise envelope
The Shoe Company - 20% Off
Clover Alley Gifts - Check Page for Details
El Penjamo Mexican Restaurant - 10% OFF
Two Guys Hibachi Express Food Truck - Open
Peace of Mine Yoga Studio - Check out their page for full schedule
Southern Glow Tanning and Southern Beauty - Open
Dani’s Beauty Studio - NEW BUSINESS **** CHECK THEM OUT FOR $5 brow waxing and express facials

E&E’s Soap Shop - Farmer’s Market

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 4 – 7 PM
Hosted by E&E’s Soap Shop

Online with Facebook Live

Come join us once again in Downtown Morrilton for the last Farmers Market of the 2020 season! We’re bringing back all your favorites & may even have a couple new scents to premiere. Come show your home community some love & don’t forget your mask. We can’t wait to see you there!

Dance Fitness with Raigan

Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 6 - 7 PM
Just Dance, Inc.
Hosted by Dance Fitness with Raigan

Join me on Thursday’s from 6-7 at Just Dance for Dance Fitness. Classes will start September 10th! $5 a class and no membership or contract involved. COVID guidelines will be followed. I hope to see you there!

Thursday night Rockey Don Jones on the patio

Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 7 PM CDT
Front Street Grill
Hosted by Front Street Grill

Thursday night Rockey Don Jones is back and playing your request on the patio! Get a Philly cheesesteak and fries for $11.95

Friday, October 2, 2020

Lifting Spirits - Balloons over Russellville

Friday, October 2, 2020 at 7 AM – Sunday, October 4, 2020 at 10 AM
Russellville Soccer Complex
Hosted by Lifting Spirits Balloons over Russellville October 2 - 4, 2020

Twelve hot air balloons returning to Russellville offering balloon flights by reservation only on Friday morning and evening, Saturday morning and evening, and Sunday morning. The cost is $250 per person. Call 417-336-6060 for reservations.

Book Your Bubble

Friday< October 2, 2020 from 10 – 10:30 AM
Pope County Library System
Hosted by Pope County Library Youth Services and Pope County Library System

Q: Hey! This sounds COOL! Who can I bring?
A: Up to 10 people from your immediate family bubble.

Q: AWESOME! When can we come in?
A: Book your Bubble from 10:00 to 10:30 AM Wednesday, or Friday. Wednesday is preschool story time, and Friday is Music with Mr. Travis.

Q: THIS IS GREAT! Do we just show up?
A: Nope, you need to call to book an appointment. 479.968.4368 you must speak to either Ms. Melanie or Tammy Montjoy.

Q: I'm in! Sign me up for every day of the week!
A: Hold your horses! You can book your family bubble once a month so everybody gets a chance to attend an event.

Q: What are the safety measures?
A: Your family will be required to wear masks--yes even the kids. We will most likely be singing songs which projects germs further so all family members will need to be masked. Your family will be seated 12 feet away from the storytellers. The storytellers will be wearing face shields so that you can hear them read and sing, but still be protected. The event will be held privately in Heritage Hall. We will be filming the event for our virtual story times.

Music with Mr. Travis

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 1 – 1:30 PM
Pope County Library System
Hosted by Pope County Library Youth Services and Pope County Library System

Mr. Travis will be playing story time songs and more in this children's music program.

BAD HABiT Back @Old Bank!

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 8 PM – 11 PM
The Old Bank Sports Grill
Hosted by Bad Habit

Come rock out with your favorite classic tunes from the 70’s-90’s! $5 cover and social distancing! Seating limited!

Friday night John Calvin Brewer Band on the outside stage

Friday, October 2, 2020 at 8 PM
Front Street Grill
Hosted by Front Street Grill

Friday night is Prime Rib night! Dinners starting at $21.95! John Calvin Brewer Band will be playing on the outside stage. Come on out and see why JCB was a finalist at the International Blues Championships in Memphis! Tables are set up with social distancing guidelines and mask are still mandatory.

Kathy’s karaoke

Friday at 8:30 PM CDT
Choctaw VFW
Hosted by Choctaw VFW Post 4764

High School Sports

2020 Friday Night Feature - Week 6

Friday, October 2, 2020 at 7 PM
N Ar 109 Hwy, Magazine, AR 72943, United States
Hosted by Arkansas River Valley Bands

This week for our Friday Night Feature, we will be traveling to Magazine to cover the Magazine Rattler Marching Band

Pottsville vs Mena | Football 2020 Live

Friday October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM
Pottsville High School (Arkansas)
Hosted by Jessica
Apaches vs Bearcats
Links to watch live:
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php
http://pocari.lalaylive.com/hs-football.php
http://yuda.sportfb.com/hsfootball.php
http://arena.livedirect.tv/hs.php
http://watch-sports.online/football.php
http://alexi.sport-lovers.org/hsfootball.php

Russellville vs. Ardmore - LIVE High School Football

Friday, October 2, 2020 at 7 PM
Russellville High School
Hosted by UsaSportpedia

Russellville vs. Ardmore - LIVE High School Football
Links to watch live:
https://is.gd/8Jz6N2
livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php

Clarksville vs Greenbrier | Arkansas High School

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM CDT
Clarksville High School (Arkansas)
Hosted by LIVE Stream footbal sport and Clarksville - Johnson County Chamber

Links to watch live:
livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php

Dardanelle vs Lamar | High School Football 2020

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM
Dardanelle High School
Hosted by SportS HD

Dardanelle vs Lamar | High School Football 2020
Sand Lizards vs Warriors
Links to watch live:
http://pocari.lalaylive.com/hs-football.php
http://livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php
http://alexi.sport-lovers.org/hsfootball.php
http://bit.ly/3mU1jA4
http://yuda.sportfb.com/hsfootball.php

Atkins vs Perryville | Arkansas High School

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM CDT
Atkins High School
Hosted by HS Football Live Stream

Links to watch live:

livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php
http://livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php
http://livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php

Dover vs Ozark | Football 2020 Live

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM
Dover High School (Arkansas)
Hosted by Jessica
Links to watch live:
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php
http://arena.livedirect.tv/hs.php
http://watch-sports.online/football.php
http://alexi.sport-lovers.org/hsfootball.php
http://yuda.sportfb.com/hsfootball.php

Two Rivers vs Paris | Arkansas High School

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM
Two Rivers High School (Arkansas)
Hosted by LIVE Stream footbal sport

Links to watch live:

livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php
http://yuda.sportfb.com/hsfootball.php
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php

Subiaco Academy vs Marshall | Football 2020 Live

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 – 10 PM
Subiaco Academy
Hosted by Jessica
Links to watch live:
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php

Trinity Christian vs Western Yell County | High School Football

Friday, October 1, 2020 from 7 - 10 PM
Western Yell County High School
Hosted by SportS HD

Trinity Christian vs Western Yell County | High School Football 2020
Warriors vs Wolverines
Links to watch live:
http://pocari.lalaylive.com/hs-football.php
http://adot.sport-lovers.org/football.php

Hector vs Conway Christian | Arkansas High School

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 - 10 PM
Hector High School
Hosted by LIVE Stream footbal sport
Links to watch live:

http://livestreamevents.tjsport.xyz/football.php

Bryant vs Catholic - High School Football - Live Stream

Friday, October 2, 2020 from 7 - 10 PM
Bryant High School
Hosted by High School HD

Links to watch live:
http://cbs.livedirect.tv/hs.php

Saturday, October 3, 2020

41st Annual Frontier Day Festival- Paris

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 9 AM - 7 PM
Paris Arkansas Chamber of Commerce
Hosted by Paris Arkansas Chamber of Commerce and Frontier Day Festival- Paris Arkansas

Due to Covid, we will not have vendors or entertainment this year. We invite you to join us for a parade at 9am and the cruise night from 5-7 pm. Tune in to KCJC radio for all the fun. Check out our virtual pageant and contests!

Pumpkin Patch & Sidewalk Sale

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 10 AM - 3 PM
Board & Brush Russellville, Ar
Hosted by Board & Brush Russellville, Ar

Bring the kids to make memories creating pumpkin faces, mummies, Frankenstein, and Dracula! While they are creating browse our very first sidewalk sale! We will have a variety of our fall signs ready to decorate your walls!

Neighbors Table Free Meal

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 11 AM - 12:30 PM
All Saints' Episcopal Church Russellville AR
Hosted by All Saints' Episcopal Church Russellville AR and Neighbors Table, Rusellville Ar

All are welcome to attend this no pressure, no questions asked free lunch.

If your business, organization or ministry is interested in helping on Saturdays, please message us. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities throughout the year.

Feast of Tabernacles, biblical Holiday

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 12 - 1:30 PM
Glory Center
Hosted by For His Glory Missions Ministry

Free!! Would you like to learn more about Bible times and things that Jesus enjoyed? this will be a relaxed & fun time of learning. Fingerfoods will be provided. Bring your own drink. Space is limited. Get in by commenting "Going". We will post when seats are full.

Buckaroo Day!

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 1 – 9 PM|
Buckaroo Ranch
Hosted by The Church In The Dirt

All day fun for the family!

Family Fun Night

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 5 - 8 PM
Booneville Veterans Memorial Park
Hosted by Glendale Baptist Church

A night filled with fun. It will start with a scavenger hunt at 5:00. There will be prizes for the first three families back. Dinner starts at 6:00. A family movie will start at 7:00.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket to eat and watch the movie on.

Drive In Movie

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 7 - 8:30 PM
Buckaroo Ranch
Hosted by The Church In The Dirt

free meal at 6 PM, drive in movie at 7. Sit in your car, the back of your truck, or on the grass. FM transmitter will be available. Drinks and snacks will be provided. This event is a part of our Buckaroo Day Event, check out our page for all the events that day.

Mustang Sally’s 2.0

Saturday at 7 PM CDT
Mustang Sally's
Hosted by The Rusty Roosters Band

For those of you that missed our first show or for those of you that liked it and want more, we will be back Saturday October 3 at 7pm. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great meal and some good entertainment! There will be a $5 cover charge.

Fall Prom @ Skydive River Valley!

Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 7 PM - 12 AM
Skydive River Valley
Hosted by Skydive River Valley

We are having our first Fall Prom party at Skydive River Valley! This will be an amazing party!

We will have the band UnRaveled playing live music!

We will have food catered from Big Poppa’s BBQ!

We will be having Steve Babin doing photography as well! He is an amazing photographer.

The dress code is formal attire with a bit of quirkiness, if so desired!

We hope to see you all there! Come ready to enjoy good music, good food and to party!

Location will be at our hangar at the Clarksville Airport.

JackFancy @ OldBank Russellville

Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 8 PM
The Old Bank Sports Grill
Hosted by JACK FANCY BAND

Spread the news! JFB will be back in Russellville on the Old Bank stage! Been too long!

Saturday night Highway 124

Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 8 PM
Front Street Grill
Hosted by Front Street Grill

Saturday night Highway 124 will be performing on the outside stage! Filet Mignon Dinners for $21.95! Tables are set up for social distancing and mask are mandatory still.

Sunday, October 4, 2020

Sally Gullett Memorial Show

Sunday, October 4, 2020 from 2 - 8 PM
Front Street Grill
Hosted by Mister Lucky and Jocko Deal

$20 admission. 6 hours of music. BBQ dinners available for purchase.

Grief Support Group

Sunday, October 4, 2020 from 3 - 5 PM
Grace HD Ministries
Hosted by The Healing Road - Journeying Through Grief Together and Sarah Bolduc

Tickets: www.griefshare.org/groups/126745

Our first grief support group will begin on October 4th and run for 13 weeks, except for holidays, from 3 p.m. to 5 p. m. at Grace HD ministries in Clarksville AR. You can join at anytime. Please register at https://www.griefshare.org/groups/126745