Are you ready for the weekend? There are a LOT of events going on — both in-person and virtually. We have narrowed our focus to more local events this week because we have plenty to do right here! If you miss the more global aspect of our events post, let us know, we can always include some of those again in next week’s edition. Take a look and see what events you can enjoy with family and friends This Weekend in the Arkansas River Valley!
NOTE: We do our best to bring you accurate information… however, some events may have been scheduled previously and not been updated since COVID-19 restrictions have been set in place. We have reached out to event venues to try to confirm, but encourage you to do the same before you head out to an advertised event. Everything is still subject to change.
Art of the Valley Close of Business Sale
Thursday, May 14, 2020 from 11 AM – 3 PM
Art of the Valley, 118 S Commerce Avenue, Russellville
Some things we wish didn’t have to happen…
We will have furniture, electronics, art supplies, art, etc. for sale! We can only allow 6 at a time to shop around, so please bring minimal friends and family and respect social distancing guidelines. Some prices are firm but we will accept reasonable offers. Must have a way to haul off items. We can accept cash or PayPal. I will place some pictures in the comments if you would like to preview. First come first serve. What we don’t sell on Thursday I may be one day the following week. There will be no open paint or any painting done this day. We may personalize something for you on a case by case basis.
Art of the Valley is a business we will truly miss in downtown Russellville. A place where people could get together, learn to paint, have fun, experiment, and unleash their creative side. One of my favorite things about this business, is their heart to serve the local community. They have opened their doors and reduced their rates for disabled folks to come and have fun creating works of art. I personally have several wonderful paintings hanging on my walls that were done by my sister through their community outreach. We will miss you!
Virtual One Razorback Road Show
Thursday, May 14 from 6 PM – 6:30 PM
Arkansas - Online Event
Hosted by Arkansas Razorbacks
University of Arkansas Director of Athletics Hunter Yurachek and other members Razorback Athletics, including coaches, student-athletes, spirit squad members and mascots, will connect with fans from around the state as part of five virtual One Razorback Roadshows.
Presented by First Security Bank, each virtual event will include appearances by Yurachek, Razorback Head Coaches, former and current student-athletes as well as a few celebrity cameos.
The first show is scheduled for May 14 and with a lineup including Baseball Head Coach Dave Van Horn, Women’s Tennis Coach Courtney Steinbock and Women’s Track and Field Head Coach Lance Harter.
More Info: https://bit.ly/3bbf06A
Auditions/Rehearsals for Tom Sawyer
Thursday, May 14, from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Arkansas Center for Music Education, 502 Tyler Rd, Russellville
Arkansas Center for Music Education presents their newest performance group, CenterStage Music Theater. This group will replace and expand the former "Children's Musical Theater" group.
Open to ages 8 to adult (younger as roles require - parent must be involved). All roles will be cast more age-appropriately. Most plays will be adaptations that can be performed in an hour, which also allows for a lighter rehearsal schedule.
Auditions are held for cast selection. Anyone wanting to participate in the production as an extra or chorus need only sign up.
Audition schedule:
Tuesday, Feb. 4 @ 5:30 pm
Thursday, Feb. 6 @ 6:30 pm
Rehearsals: Thursdays 6:30 to 8:30 pm
First rehearsal: Thursday, February 13
Rehearsal location: Arkansas Center for Music Education
502 Tyler Road in Russellville
Dress Rehearsal (pending venue approval): Thursday, May 21 @ 6:30
Performances (again, pending venue approval):
Friday, May 22 & Saturday, May 23 @ 6:30 pm
Cost: $50, with $10 discount per immediate family member
(Tuition assistance is available upon submission of a request form)
To sign up for an audition date or to just participate, please complete the form at this Google link: https://forms.gle/6X7DzSXxwNmK5sZZ9
CASA New Advocate Online Training
Friday, May 15 at 12 AM – May 16 at 12 AM
CASA of the 5th Judicial District, 400 W Main St, Russellville
Hosted by CASA of the 5th Judicial District
CASA of the 5th Judicial District presents our first ever online training class for those interested in becoming CASA Advocates. CASA works with foster children and this training class equips advocates with tools to promote the best interest of foster children.
Ultimate Oldies LIVE on Facebook
Friday, May 15 from 7 PM – 10 PM
Collins Theatre of Paragould, AR - Online Event
Hosted by Collins Theatre of Paragould, AR, Main Street Paragould and Ultimate Oldies
GOOD NEWS!! We are putting together an Ultimate Oldies Show to be LIVE-STREAMED on FRIDAY, MAY 15TH from the Collins Theatre. We are excited that we can do this for our loyal fans and hoping to reach new ones who have never been. It will be broadcast from The Collins Theatre Facebook Page. We will be posting more information in a few days on how to live-stream the show to your homes.
The Collins has not received any income since February due to cancellations of scheduled events. There is no charge for this show, but it is our hope that the ones watching this show will make a donation to help us continue to operate the theatre. The performers have agreed to donate their time for this show. All proceeds will go directly to the Collins for operating expenses. There will be several ways you can make a donation: VENMO, CASH APP, CHECKS MADE OUT TO THE COLLINS THEATRE, AND PAYPAL. There will be more details in a later post on how to go through this process.
Please mark your calendar for Friday May 15th and tune in to watch another great Oldies Show. If you have any questions regarding the show, please feel free to call Joe Wessell. 870-215-2253
Billy D Tournament
Saturday, May 16 at 7 AM – May 17 at 7 PM
Chamberlyne Country Club, 10614 Country Club Dr, Danville
Hosted by Chamberlyne Country Club
Please call the Golf Shop at (479) 495-4110 to register for this tournament. This event will sell out, so register early!
JA 2 Person Scramble
Saturday, May 16 from 8 AM – 5 PM
Clarksville Country Club, 401 W Country Club Rd, Clarksville
Hosted by Clarksville Country Club
Entry fee is TBA
Tee Time is TBA
Neighbors Table Free Meal
Saturday, May 16 from 11:30 AM – 1 PM
All Saints' Episcopal Church Russellville AR, 501 S Phoenix Ave, Russellville
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.
Doors open at 11:30am. Fresh coffee is served and then lunch is served at 12pm to 1pm.
Join us for food, fellowship and a loving place to break bread.
If your business, organization or ministry is interested in helping on Saturdays, please message us. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
Beginner Watercolor Flower Workshop
Saturday, May 16 from 1 PM – 3 PM
art.by.beth Online
Hosted by art.by.beth
Tickets: www.bethwoessner.com
workshop held virtually on zoom
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Please note due to social distancing this class will be held live over zoom.
Besides being a part of the live workshop, all participants will get a recording of the workshop emailed to them after the workshop. Yours to keep.
This class will be all about flowers. Covering techniques on how to represent them loosely and with confidence. No experience needed.
Back by popularity. Painting loose and easy flowers on notecards.
Watercolor has a unique personality. I have been exploring this medium for over 12 years. It still surprises me and excites me. I will teach you washes and techniques to interpret loose and confident flowers. I will guide you through the process with demos and then time for you to create your own watercolor compositions. Your experience will equip you to move forward with watercolors having more confidence to paint more on your own or in future classes.
No experience is required. It will be for beginners and intermediate watercolorists. Come as you are with curiosity and a desire to learn more about the wonderful medium of watercolors.
I hope you will join me for this creative opportunity.
$20 - STUDENT BRINGS OWN SUPPLIES
beginner kits available from my website: https://www.bethwoessner.com/products-1/beginner-watercolor-set
Scranton High School Seniors Parade
Saturday, May 16 at 4 PM
Scranton
Public · Hosted by Rhonda Johnson
It will start at the bus garage (Magnolia St.) and go towards Dollar General then to 4way(South on Hwy109) and down to the gym(West on Hwy 197) and back to the bus garage! If you don’t feel comfortable getting out in public, please remain in your car and tune into KIX 106.9 and they will be announced as they drive by M&R Station. Please spread the word and come out and support these kiddos!!!
Livestream Show! Every Saturday at 7:30 PM CST
Saturday, May 16 from 7:30 PM – 7:50 PM
Hosted by The Haygoods Online Event
Music, antics and fun. Live from Branson! Every Saturday at 7:30 PM.
Typsy Gypsy at Old Bank!
Saturday, May 16 from 8 PM – 11:30 PM
The Old Bank Sports Grill, 220 W Main St, Russellville
Hosted by TypsyGypsy and The Old Bank Sports Grill
Full Band!
May Round Up!
Sunday, May 17 from 1 PM – 4 PM
Rafter Rockin'a Farms, 328 Rock Hollow Rd, Hector
Hosted by The Church In The Dirt
Paul Daily and Wild Horse Ministries demo at 1 PM. All free and open to the public! Concessions will be open!
Arkansas Orchid Society May 2020 Zoom Meeting
Sunday, May 17 from 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Hosted by Arkansas Orchid Society Online Event
NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT
We are still concerned about Coronavirus and the closeness of our meeting space. Because of this we have decided to meet this month via Zoom on the internet. We will discuss business as usual, an open question and answer time and SHOW AND TELL. Have your plants ready to show.
This is something new for most of us but a step we need to make at this time.
If you do not receive the log-on information in an email and are not a member of the Facebook group, please message us for the log-on information if you wish to participate.
Drive By, Honk & Wave Senior Celebration
Sunday, May 17 from 1:15 PM – 2 PM
Russellville First United Methodist Church, 304 S Commerce Ave, Russellville
Hosted by Russellville First United Methodist Church
Join us for a drive by graduation celebration at the church. We will invite the church family (and anyone you want to include!) to line up beginning at 1:15 p.m. on Denver Street between 3rd and 4th Streets. The Drive-By Celebration will begin at 1:30 p.m.
You are encouraged to decorate your cars in your best drive-by party fashion, but everyone will have to remain in their cars for the entirety of the celebration. If you have gifts or cards for the graduates, you are encouraged to mail those to the graduates directly or drop them by the church office by Friday, May 15th. We will include them with the church's gift so we can limit contact to keep everyone safe!
All Star Music Event
Sunday, May 17 from 4 PM – 7 PM
Uncle Phil & The Bottomland Blues Band On Line Event
Hosted by Uncle Phil & The Bottomland Blues Band
We will be live streaming with other top talent from J.R. Rogers', All Star Music Sound & Lighting. Ya'll Come !!
Online Hymn Singing
Sunday, May 17 from 5 PM – 6 PM
Hosted by Dover United Methodist Church
Online Event
Join us May 17th @ 5 PM for an online hymn singing. wwnd us your requests before Noon on May 13th.
