The weekend is on it’s way! There are lots of fun things going on in Arkansas over the next few days.
We’ve gathered up the details for a handful of them for you here, but be sure to check Facebook’s events section to see all your options!
just Click the red text to visit the Facebook page with information about each event.
However you spend your weekend,
We hope it’s a good one!
NOTE: As always, 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!
Friday, September 8th
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 9 AM - SEPTEMBER 10 AT 4 PM
September 8-10 Conway Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market
2505 E Oak St, Conway
Fall into vintage during the September 8-10 Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market inside the Conway Expo & Event Center plus open-air pavilion
The Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market, brought to you by Ashley’s Finds, LLC, will take place September 8-10 inside the Conway Expo & Event Center plus open-air pavilion located at 2505 E. Oak St. in Conway, Arkansas. Bella Rustina is locally-owned out of Maumelle and is central Arkansas's original and largest vintage market event.
Exhibitors from numerous states will fill 300+ booths inside the Conway Expo & Event Center and open-air pavilion with authentic vintage, one-of-a-kind handmade, trendy boutique clothing & accessories, and yummy treats.
On top of being a great shopping experience, Bella Rustina will also have food trucks and many snack choices like handmade fried pies, roasted candy and nuts, kettle corn, coffee, sweet tea, and more!
Bella Rustina will be open Friday - Saturday, September 8-9, from 9:00AM – 5:00PM and Sunday, September 10, from 11:00AM – 4:00PM. Early buying admission on Friday is $10 for adults. Regular admission for the Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market is $5 Saturday and Sunday for each adult. Admission is free for children 18 and under. Admission is good for re-entry all weekend and parking is free.
Event by Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 FROM 3 - 5 pm
First Jump Course
Paradise Valley Sky Diving
1413 E Main St, Clarksville
Learn to go solo!
After completing your first tandem with us, it's $75 to begin your new adventure. The six hour ground school will cover gear, emergency procedures, gearing up, exiting the plane, and much more!
The following day, or when your schedule works best, you come back to the airport to go over what you previously learned, look at an aerial map, make a plan with your Instructor, and then you are up (along with your Instructor by your side).
OPTION 1 - $110/JUMP
Instructor Assisted Deployment (IAD):
You learn from roughly 5,000 feet while hanging off the wing strut. As you gain skills you also will gain altitude until you get to 10,000 feet.
OPTION 2 - $185/JUMP
Accelerated Free Fall (AFF):
You start at 10,000 feet stepping out on the step with your Instructor hanging on to you. You will have certain actions to perform during each exit.
After so many jumps of either way you choose, you will then 'graduate' on to Coach Jumps. Another licensed skydiver jumps out with you advancing your skills and knowledge of the sport. $75/jump
We DO offer recurrency for those who may have been grounded for a bit.
Next step: A License baby!
Cash and Credit Cards accepted.
Confirm your time by paying in advance through PayPal: @Daybreakheavyweight
Please put in memo "FJC" & date you'll be attending.
Event by Paradise Valley Skydiving
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 3 PM - SEPTEMBER 10 AT 5 PM
Arkansas Comic Con 2023
State House Convention House
1 Statehouse Plaza, Little Rock
Arkansas Comic Con 2023 at the Statehouse Convention Center on September 8-10! Celebrity guests, cosplay, vendors, artists, fan groups, Q&As, panels, costume contests, gaming, arcades, and so much more. Tickets available from Tixr.
Event by Arkansas Comic Con
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 FROM 5 - 9 PM
Rose Garden Market: Main Street Series | 2nd Friday Art Walk!
La Rosa Antigua
608 Main St, Little Rock
Experience the magic of downtown Little Rock as we invite you to join us this Friday for an evening at our Rose Garden Market | Main Street Series!
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as the heart of the city comes alive with vintage charm, talented artists, and the thriving local business community
Mark your calendars and see you soon!
Event by Forever Thrifted Vintage Swap Meet
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 FROM 5 - 8 PM
2nd Friday Art Night: September 8
Downtown Little Rock
Join us for some 2nd Friday fun!
September 8th
5-8 pm: 2FAN at all your favorite participating locations
Join Bella Vita Friday, September 8th for 2nd Friday Art Night! We are so excited to have the Loblolly Truck on hand with FREE ICE CREAM!
Come cool off and check out all our new arrivals!
We will also have a Bead Soup Bracelet Bar set up if you woudl like to design a bracelet! $20/bracelet.
And, the icing on the cake!!! Julia Fryer Fine Jewelry will be here for a special evening Permanent Jewelry Pop Up!
Art Night is always family friendly!!
Join us at UA Little Rock Downtown, across from the CALS Roberts Library, for an evening of art, mingling and music.
THIS MONTH:
2FAN “Make and Take” Art Activity: Come and learn basic wire techniques for jewelry making! Make a pair of earrings to take home and wear! The featured artist will be Krystal Cornelius.
Participating locations include:
- Historic Arkansas Museum https://www.facebook.com/historicarkansasmuseum
- Old State House Museum https://www.facebook.com/oldstatehousemuseum
- UA Little Rock Downtown https://www.facebook.com/ualittlerockdowntown
- Central Arkansas Library System - CALS Roberts Library: https://www.facebook.com/CALSRobertsLibrary
- Bella Vita Jewelry https://www.facebook.com/bellavitajewelry
- Sergio Valdivia Art https://www.facebook.com/ser5678
-Hearne Fine Art: https://www.facebook.com/HearneFineArt
Check with each individual participating location to see what they are offering.
We hope to see you there!
Event by 2nd Friday Art Night
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 8 FROM 6 - 8 PM
Tiger Fest
Mansfield Elementary School
100 N Walnut St, Mansfield
MPIC Presents: 2nd Annual Tiger Fest!
Armband and food sales to begin at 5pm
Doors open at 6pm
Cash only. Please no large bills
Armbands $5 - includes unlimited indoor games and outdoor inflatables.
Event by Sloane Schefe and Mansfield Parent Involvement Committee
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 8 FROM 6 - 7 PM
Silent Book Club
Dog Ear Books
312 W 2nd St, Russellville
Bring a book and a friend, we'd love to see you for our Silent Book Club were we enjoy ourselves and read our book in silence from 6-7PM at Dog Ear Books!
Event by Sloane Schefe and Mansfield Parent Involvement Committee
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 8 AT 6:30 PM
Star Wars Episode V The Empire Strikes Back Live in Concert
WalMart AMP
5079 W Northgate Rd, Rogers
Get your tickets here! >> bit.ly/ESBamp
Star Wars™: The Empire Strikes Back™ In Concert
Feature Film with Live Orchestra
Featuring members of the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas
DATE: Sept 8, 2023
TIMES: Gates open at 6:30pm. Movie starts at 7:30pm.
Event by Walmart AMP and Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (SoNA)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 8 FROM 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Tea and Tea Lights
Arts on Main
Gather your closest girlfriends and indulge in a delightful experience with our "Tea and Tea Lights" candle painting class, where a warm and inviting ambiance awaits you. Throughout the evening, enjoy a variety of tea and treats, adding to the delightful ambiance. It's the perfect opportunity to reconnect, relax, and let your creative spirits soar. At the end of the night, you'll leave with not only cherished memories but also a pair of personalized candles. So grab your friends, unleash your creativity, and join us for an unforgettable Candle Painting Girls Night!
Ages 15+
$15 a person
Register at artsonmainvb.com/arts-crafts
Event by Arts On Main
High School Football
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 6:30 PM
Conway Christian vs. Conway | High School Football <LIVE>
Conway Christian vs Atkins | High~School FootbaLL < LIVE >
WATCH LIVE : https://flash.highschool-sport.com/hsfootball.php
Eagles @ Red Devils
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 6:30 PM CDT
Springdale vs. Conway | High~School Football <LIVE>
Springdale vs Conway | High~School FootbaLL < LIVE >
WATCH LIVE : https://flash.highschool-sport.com/hsfootball.php
Bulldogs @ Wampus Cats
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 6:30 PM
Benton Panthers High-School Football
Panthers vs. Bears
Please Join Here : https://lexi02.org/hs-football.php
Friday, September 08, 2023 - Sunday, September 10, 2023 / 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
GIRL SCOUTS LOVE STATE PARKS 2023: “WE ♡ TREES" (SELF-GUIDED PROGRAMS)
Village Creek State Park
201 County Road 754, Wynne
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Not sure you are able to participate in a scheduled program? Need something more flexible and self-paced? Come to the visitor venter Friday, September 8th – Sunday, September 10th between the hours of 8 a.m. -5 p.m. to check out one or more of our five self-guided programs about trees! All materials needed for each program will be provided. Only one program can be checked out at a time. This is a free family-friendly event that requires no registration. #GSLSP2023
Programs available:
· DiversiTREE – The trees you find at Village Creek State Park are as diverse as the Girl Scouts and other guest that visit the park. Tune in to the trees in a scavenger hunt for a diversity of shapes along the Arboretum trail. This activity works towards the Daisy Math in Nature 1 badge.
· Remembering Big Ben: A Self-Guided Hike – We attach meaning and stories to names. For this activity, you will be hiking the Big Ben trail and you will learn the stories behind the name Ben and how that name connects to your name and the power your actions have in our parks. This hike works towards the Daisy Eco Learner, Cadette Eco Trekker, and part 4 of the Cadette Trees badges.
· Make Like a Tree and Leaf – Village Creek State Park is home to many trees that are unique to Arkansas. Go on a scavenger hunt to find these special trees and use their fallen leaves to create the furry and feathery critters that call Village Creek State Park their home. This activity works towards the Outdoor Art Maker badge.
· Leaf Runner – Compete with friends to learn the names of the trees in Village Creek State Park. Will your team run to the right leaf and win the game? This activity fulfills part 1 of the Cadette Trees badge. (Leaf cards can also be used as a memory game for a lower energy activity.)
· Where Trees Lead Us – A lone tree in the park can be a scout’s greatest tool. Measure and graph the leaves of trees and use your data to determine direction. This activity completes part 2 of the Cadette Trees badge.
Friday, September 08, 2023 / 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
FROM HIGHPOINT TO HAWKS
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Lodge
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter at the Lodge lobby and hike to a potential hawk-viewing site, Cameron Bluff Overlook. Once reaching the destination, stay awhile for a demonstration on how to help identify and count broad-winged hawks! Binoculars are recommended, as well as seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded)!
Friday, September 08, 2023 / 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
SAVING AN AMERICAN TREASURE: OZARK CHINQUAPINS
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg
Meeting Place: Overlook
Have you ever heard of an Ozark Chinquapin, a tree which used to be abundant here? Join Park Interpreter Ashley to learn what happened to them and what the park is doing to help bring them back. You will even get to take a look at some new trees in the process of growing! We will meet at the overlook behind the visitor center. Be prepared to walk ½-mile on rocky terrain!
Friday, September 08, 2023 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
LAKE CRUISE
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Weigh In Pavilion Dock
Admission : Free
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley throughout this 1-hour cruise. There is no fee for the tour, but space is limited. You must register for the tour. Call (479) 967-5516 to register for a seat. We will begin boarding 15 minutes before the tour, at the boat dock near the south boat ramp.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, September 9th
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 9 AM - 2 PM
Hunting Kickoff
J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center
Hunters! This special event is just for YOU. Your chance to get ahead of the game and kickoff hunting season. Learn about what all is going on with hunting and conservation across the state. A unique opportunity to spend all day with the state’s wildlife experts, getting the latest on bear, deer, waterfowl, and Turkeys from statewide program coordinators. Biologists will share current data and updates on populations and health of trophies you hunt in Arkansas. Game Wardens will keep you clear of violations, by updating you on regulations new to this season.
*Wildlife presentations at the top of every hour.
*Great outdoor vendors including: Ducks Unlimited, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Trappers Outdoors, R4 Turkey Calls, The Ozark Podcast, Bear Hunting Magazine, and more.
*Live Music by recording artist Trenton Tanner.
*Food from Basecamp Coffee Co. and Scooby’s Food Truck.
*Door prizes.
*Free refreshments provided by the Game & Fish Foundation.
Event by J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center
SATURDAY , SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 9 AM - 3 PM
Jacksonville : 24th Annual Wheelin’ and Healin’ Car and Truck Show
Goodsell Truck Accessories
401 Municipal Dr, Jacksonville
HOST : Goodsell Truck Accessories
Registration : $25 8:00-12:00, $10 Display
Event by EPIC Rides AR
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 9 AM - 5 PM
Daisy Days Outdoor Vendor Market
Daisy & The Dandelion Vintage Market
6040 Hwy 36 West, Rose Bud
Outdoor market event with a variety of vendors, food trucks and music.
Free Admission
Pet Friendly
Event by Daisy & The Dandelion Vintage Market
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 9AM - 12 PM
Downtown Junk Fest
Old Town Van Buren
The Old Town Merchant Association’s 6th annual Downtown Junk Fest will be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 9th, and 10th, 2023, covering five blocks of Van Buren’s nationally recognized historic Main Street. The Downtown Junk Fest is a two-day long event is a vintage-inspired, outdoor market featuring antiques, re-purposed items, architectural salvage, vintage clothing and jewelry, handmade treasures, farmhouse home décor, seasonal plantings, local food, music, and wholesome family friendly activities.
Event by Downtown Junk Fest
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 10 AM – 2 PM
45th Annual Ozark Quilt Fair
Shiloh Museum of Ozark History
118 W Johnson Ave, Springdale
Join us on Saturday, September 9, for the 45th Annual Ozark Quilt Fair! This year's event will feature live music by The Sons of Otis Malone, food from KDK’s Chicken and Waffles food truck, and quilt-related art activities for kids. We will also be awarding Viewers' Choice prizes for both new and antique quilt categories. Admission is free, and exhibitors can register for $15. For details and to register to exhibit, please visit https://shilohmuseum.org/ozark-quilt-fair/
Much thanks to Arvest Bank for sponsoring our prizes and Explore Springdale for its financial support!
Event by Shiloh Museum of Ozark History
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 10 AM – 3 PM
Pupply Pool Pawty
Maumelle Aquatic Center
Maumelle Friends of the Animals welcomes you and your furbaby to a day of fun in the sun!
Please make sure your pet’s vaccinations are up to date so they are ready to play with friends!
For registration information, please click the link below:
https://www.maumellespayneuterchip.org/puppy-pool-pawty
Event by Maumelle Friends of the Animals - Reorganized and Maumelle Friends of the Animals
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 11 AM - 7 PM
Toad Suck Fall Festival
Toad Suck Mini Golf-Conway
First Annual Toad Suck Fall Festival. FUN activities for families.
Local vendors for shopping, Competitive games (GAMES START AT 11:00AM)
Trophies and prizes for Winners
Shop local vendors
Discounts on mining
Toad Hunter and his plush petting ZOO
Operate our model train
Food & candy
Mining for gemstones and fossils.
Burgers, BBQ, wings, all types of unique candy. We will have a cotton candy machine for the kids to use. If you are a vendor and want to have a space click here to register: https://toadsuckminigolf.com/vendor-registration
Event by Toad Suck Mini Golf-Conway
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 11 AM - 5 PM
It’s Fall Y’all Vendor Market
BoBrook Farms LLC
13820 Combee Ln, Roland
It's Fall Y'all Vendor Market | Saturday September 9th at 11am
Sunday September 10th at 12pm
Happy FALL Y'ALL! We are ready to say goodbye to the summer heat and welcome fall with open arms! This is one of our favorite events and we love bringing so many local vendors in one spot for a shopping experience you won't forget! This event will happen rain OR shine so mark your calendars!
What makes this event so unique is that not only do we have over 50 talented local vendors for you to shop with BUT you also get to shop WHILE you sip on wine from River Bottom Winery! We even have beer for the guys, whatever your preference is we have it all! If you have shopped until you drop, grab a chair in the lawn with a glass of wine and enjoy lunch from one of our 3 food trucks! Our vintage truck will be set up for the most adorable fall photo ops as well! You can knock out those fall pictures early! This event is for the whole family to enjoy AND it is completely free to attend!
We will have over 50 local crafters, business owners, boutiques and more are invited to participate as vendors in this event. Shoppers can purchase one-of-a-kind items including but not limited to, paintings, furniture, soaps, candles, sweets, freshies, fried pies, handmade jewelry, home decor items, etc. AND MORE!
The public is invited to shop for F.R.E.E. at this event. Food, beverages and vendor shopping is additional cost.
*If you are interested in being a vendor with us, go to our website and fill out the form for more information. Our website is THE ONLY place to apply to be a vendor. Apply here: Http://bobrookfarms.com
****DO NOT respond to any comments or private messages through Facebook. THESE ARE SCAMS and will not be honored.
Event by BoBrook Farms LLC and River Bottom Winery
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 11 AM - 2 PM
Honey Harvest
CALS Children's Library and Learning Center
4800 W 10th, Little Rock
Let's get sticky! Come by to harvest, spin, and bottle honey from different neighborhoods with our friends Calm+Confidence Beekeeping. All ages and abilities welcome! Look inside a beehive and learn about honey bees! Free sample* for helping spin and additional honey will be for sale.
(*while supplies last)
Event by CALS Children's Library and Learning Center and Calm+Confidence Beekeeping
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 12 PM - 10 PM
D2 Comics and More’s Events
4047 E Kiehl Ave, Sherwood
Come check us out at our Grand Opening.
Event by D2 Comics and More
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 1 - 11 PM
2023 Yamaha of Harrison Motorsports Rodeo
Northwest Arkansas District Fair
2023 Motorsports Rodeo at Harrison's Round-Up Club Arena with events for ATV's, Motorcycles, and UTV's!! Save the date and make plans to attend one of Harrison's most action packed Motorsports events! 870-741-3131 or www.yamahaofharrison.com
Event by Yamaha of Harrison
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 4-9 PM
Festival de la Herencia Hispana ft. El Grito
Laurel Park, Conway AR
2310 Robinson Ave, Conway
Vendedores~Comida~Musica en Vivo~Arte~Actividades para los pequenos~ Danza folklorica
Vendors~Food~Live Music~Art~Activities for the little ones~ Folkloric dance
Event by Paloma Community Services
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 AT 5 PM
Clarksville Fall Cruise Night
It's that time of year. Time to get ready for the Clarksville Fall Cruise.
Cruise Night is set for September 9th starting at 5. This Cruise night is dedicated to Patricia Patton, Deanna Patton, Dennis Patton. It will also be dedicated to Katie Ross. As always pick up after yourself, obey the laws and let's fill the streets and have a great Cruise Night.
Event by Dustin Kraus and Dustin Mautofiedsociety Kenedy
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 AT 5 PM
2023 Pope County Fair Pageants
The 2023 Pope County Fair Pageants are scheduled for September 9 at the Atkins High School Auditorium. The event will start at 3:00pm registration and pageant at 4:00pm.
Miss contestants must be single females between the ages of 18-23 and a resident in Pope County. Miss contestants will compete in four areas of competition: Private Interview, Active wear, evening gown, and on-stage question. The Teen contestants must be single females between the ages of 14-17 and meet resident requirements. Teen contestants will compete in four areas of competition: Private Interview, evening gown, Active wear and on-stage question. Each division winner will receive a prize package consisting of crown, sash, flowers, and other prizes. The Miss Pope County Fair Queen and Teen Miss Pope County Fair Queen winners will receive the opportunity to compete at the Arkansas State Fair in October.
The Ms. and Elite Ms. Pope County Fair Queen is open to ladies ages 23-34 and 35-55 years who reside, work, and/or attend school in Pope County at least 6 months prior to the pageant.
Entry fee is $50.
The Little Miss Fair Queen and Little Mister Fair King pageants are open to all residents in the state of Arkansas. Age divisions for girls are 0-18 months, 19-35 months, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 and 11-13 years and Boys ages 0-3 and 4-up years. The cost to enter is $35.
For Entry forms visit the website www.popecountyfair.com
The deadline to enter is September 1.
For more information about these pageants, contact Amanda at 479-518-6110 or e-mail popecofairpageants@gmail.com.
Event by Pope County Fair Pageants
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 AT 7 PM
Music Roots Showcase feat. Blind Boy Paxton
Ozark Folk Center State Park
1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View
Coming September 9th: Journey back in time to the early days of roots music, blues, and American folk with guest star Jerron "Blind Boy" Paxton at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. The concert opens with a special performance by the Music Roots Ensemble featuring youth from Mountain View.
Proud sponsor: STONE BANK, a community bank, supporting the Music Roots Program in Mountain View Public Schools
Get your tickets or learn more at: https://ozarkfolkcenter.ticketleap.com/music.../details
For lodging or restaurant info, visit: OzarkFolkCenter.com
Event by Ozark Folk Center State Park, Stone Bank and Committee of One Hundred for the Ozark Folk Center
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 FROM 7 - 10 PM
Street Dance with Thrifty Biscuits Band Downtown Prairie Grove by 2nd Saturday Trades Day
306 E Buchanan St, Prairie Grove, AR
5-10pm - Bouncy House and 82' obstacle course!
7-10pm - Thrifty Biscuits Band and Street Dance
https://www.facebook.com/thriftybiscuitsband
6-10pm - Food Concessions
Sweet Scoops Blender Bar
https://www.facebook.com/SweetScoopsNWA1
Hammerhead Hotdogs
https://www.facebook.com/hammerheadhotdogs
Prairie Grove Youth Wrestling - Lemonade Bar
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1277623866222439
So come on out and join us for a Fantastical evening on Main Street in Historical Downtown Prairie Grove! There will be lots of Music, Dancing, Food, Drinks, Fun, Bouncy houses, and Laughter!
Sponsored by Main Street Prairie Grove, Prairie Grove American Legion Post 146, and Prairie Grove Chamber of Commerce!
Event by 2nd Saturday Trades Day Prairie Grove, AR, Kay Dewhurst Shreve and Lora Carte-Fox
Saturday, September 09, 2023 / 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
31ST ANNUAL ANTIQUE TRACTOR & ENGINE SHOW
Plantation Agriculture Museum
4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott
Meeting Place: Museum Grounds
Arkansas wouldn’t be what it is today without agriculture, and agriculture wouldn’t be what it is today without tractors. Plantation Agriculture Museum State Park invites you to visit and meet some of these history-making machines face to fender. Owners and operators of antique tractors and small engines will be set up on the museum grounds to show off and share their contraptions with the public, so come have a look!
In addition to the tractors and small engines, the event will also feature a kids' pedal tractor pull, lawn games, livestock demonstrations, and a food truck.
Saturday, September 09, 2023 / 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
COMMITTEE OF ONE HUNDRED CRAFT APPRENTICE SHOW & SALE
Ozark Folk Center State Park
1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Lobby
Free Admission: Free
Craft Apprentice Show and Sale
Sponsored by the Committee of One Hundred for the Ozark Folk Center
Visit with this year’s apprentices, shop their works in leather, ironwork, knives, and stained glass. Learn about the apprentice program and how you can spend the summer developing a skill set, learning about business, problem solving, and creating a body of work in your chosen craft.
The mission of the Ozark Folk Center State Park is to perpetuate the crafts, music and lore of the Ozarks. As a part of this mission, our craft artisans have taught apprentices in crafts from blacksmithing to pottery over the last 50 years. If you are interested in next year’s apprenticeships, visit the show and talk with the artisans. Pick up an application for the craft you want to focus on next summer.
Saturday, September 09, 2023 / 7:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
NIGHT LIFE OF THE LAKE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Boathouse
Admission: Free
What creatures spend their lives in and on the edge of Lake Bailey and why are they important to the overall ecosystem of Petit Jean State Park? Meet Park Interpreter Jake for a short easy stroll along the shoreline to listen, discover, and learn about the nocturnal animals that call Lake Bailey home. Nighttime is when Lake Bailey really comes alive! Please bring a headlamp or flashlight and wear close-toed shoes.
Saturday, September 09, 2023 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
LAKE CRUISE
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Weigh In Pavilion Dock
Admission : Free
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley throughout this 1-hour cruise. There is no fee for the tour, but space is limited. You must register for the tour. Call (479) 967-5516 to register for a seat. We will begin boarding 15 minutes before the tour, at the boat dock near the south boat ramp.
Sunday, September 10th
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 AT 11 AM
NFL Sunday
Front Street Grill
115 S Front St, Dardanelle
Front Street Grill is now opening at 11 am Sundays for NFL Football!
Event by Front Street Grill
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FROM 12 - 4 PM
Stained Glass Class
Art Ventures NW Arkansas
20 S Hill Ave, Fayetteville
Create beautiful, colorful, and entirely unique pieces of art to take home with you. By applying techniques honed through years of artistic practice, Cheri will guide you in crafting a small, framed glass mosaic. You'll learn to create personalized, colorful pieces while connecting with fellow art enthusiasts. All experience levels are welcome, and supplies are provided. Feel free to drop in and out during this workshop!
Event by Art Ventures NW Arkansas
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FROM 12 - 4 PM
Sunday Funday at the Winery with Grilled Sandwich Co and Christine DeMeo
Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards
10 Rusty Tractor Ln, Little Rock
Bring the Grandparents out for Grandparents Day!
Food trucks- The Grilled Sandwich Co
Boards and Bubbles
Live music with Christine DeMeo from 1230-330.
Patio open for soaking up the weather and indoor seating in our air conditioned sunroom!
Beer, Wine, and Cocktails available for purchase!
Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FROM 1 - 3 PM
Sunday Music with John Severs
Terra Studios
Join us for live music in the gallery! Free, tips for musicians are encouraged.
John Severs is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter hailing from Stone County Arkansas. He sings about things that he knows, and loves a good story. He views sharing his music like giving a gift, and hopes that it is enjoyed when received.
Event by Terra Studios
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 AT 2 PM
Author Talk: Suzanne Underwood Rhodes and Michael Blanchard
Faulkner County Library
1900 Tyler St, Conway
We are thrilled to be able to feature current Arkansas poet laureate, Suzanne Rhodes, along with Michael Blanchard, local author, English professor, and editor of Slant at UCA.
Join us down at the stage for an afternoon of poetry, food, and community!
Schedule of events:
2:00 pm - Book sale & signing with both authors
2:30 pm - Reading and Q&A
About the Authors:
Suzanne Underwood Rhodes is a poet, essayist, editor, and teacher and the current poet laureate of Arkansas. A native of New York, she now resides in Fayetteville.
Suzanne attended James Madison University in Virginia, where she received a bachelor’s degree in English, and later Johns Hopkins University, where she earned a master of arts degree in creative writing. She taught creative writing at King University and St. Leo University and now teaches poetry workshops at the Muse Writers Center in Virginia. She was named to the post of poet laureate for a four-year term by Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson on February 1, 2022.
She is the author of six books of poetry and lyrical essays, including 2021’s Flying Yellow: New and Selected Poems. She has also authored a guide for student poets titled The Roar on the Other Side.
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Michael Blanchard is an adjunct professor of English at the University of Central Arkansas and editor of Slant, the University’s journal of contemporary poetry. A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he is a graduate of the University of Virginia. He also earned an M.A. degree from Indiana University and completed additional graduate study at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Michael has taught literature and creative writing at Troy University in Alabama, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University, and the University of Louisiana.
His recent publications include four books of poetry: Naming the Silence: New & Collected Poems (2017), which was nominated for the Patricia Goedicke Award for Poetry; And the Mountain Replied: 39 Poems (2019); Stones in the Path: New Poems (2020); and The Pearl Diver’s Daughter & Other Poems (2023).
Event by Faulkner County Library
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FROM 2 - 3:30 PM
Learn to Can Pickled Jalapenos
St. Joseph Center of Arkansas
Learn to can homemade pickled jalapeños! This is for the following date:
> Sunday September 10th from 2:00-3:30pm
In This Class We Will:
> Prepare a recipe together
> Learn to can using the water-bath canning method
> Sample a pre-made jar of what we are making
> Discuss the benefits of growing and preserving your own food
Each Participant Will Receive:
> Your own jar to take home
> The recipe we use + an extra to try yourself
> A list of resources and tips
Tickets will need to be purchased ahead of time.
Each class will be held at St. Joseph’s. We recommend close-toed shoes when harvesting outside. All materials for the class are provided. Please check in at the Farm Stand when you arrive.
Event by St. Joseph Center of Arkansas
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 AT 2 PM
Fall Wreath Workshop
Treeations
5320 W Sunset, Ste 156, Springdale
We will provide all items and materials. Register online and come out to have some fun creating pretty stuff!
Event by Treeations
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 AT 7 PM
International Festival - Japanese Sweets Making Workshop
Join me at the Fayetteville Botanical Gardens International Festival for a delightful Japanese Sweets Making Workshop. This workshop will be held at three different times: 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m., with a maximum of 12 people per workshop.
During the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to create and mold your very own Japanese sweet to take home with you. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the art of Japanese confectionery!
Disclaimer: This workshop involves the use of legumes in the preparation of Japanese sweets. Please be mindful of this if you have any dietary allergies or sensitivities related to legumes.
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Event by The Tea Horse
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FROM 3 - 7 PM
International Festival
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will host its 7th annual International Festival on Sunday, September 10 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. This festival is a celebration of all of the cultures that make up the Northwest Arkansas community!
Enjoy cultural and traditional dance and musical performances on the Great Lawn. Be transported around the world through food from various food trucks and vendors. Visit booths throughout the Garden featuring arts and crafts, displays, and cultural items for sale. Talk to experts on resources for immigrants, refugees, and other marginalized communities. And so much more!
This event is part of Welcoming America’s “Welcoming Week” (Sept. 8-17), a series of events nationwide bringing together immigrants, refugees, and native-born residents to affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.
This family-friendly event is FREE thanks to support from the Walmart Foundation, and open to the entire Northwest Arkansas community. Guests are required to register online for the event at bgozarks.org.
Picnics, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. No pets, please.
We will have an indoor cooling station and unlimited FREE water from H2Oasis.
Food, Treat, & Drink Vendors:
Chicken Lai Lai | Naguara LLC | Smok-D TX BBQ | Jarabes Tapatios | Alcoholic beverages available for purchase for guests 21 & up.
International Market Vendors:
Alfa T-Shirt and Accessories | Amaranta Salto | Arkansas United | Boba Booth | Fabric Creations | Henna Tattooing by April | Larysa Frisby | NWA Crochet Cutie | Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation | Smoothie Cubes LLC |
Tangiers | Treasures from Africa | Ukrainians of Northwest Arkansas | 3 Generations GWY Beadwork
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FROM 3 - 4:30 PM
Calling All Wieners!!!!! We Are Having a Dachshund Pawty!
Good Dog Cafe
Calling all Dachshund (and Dachshund mixes)! We are having Dachshund party at Good Dog Cafe from 3:00-4:30! Bring your Dachshunds to romp in the park and splash in the pools!
We will be closed to the public so that only Dachshund (& Dachshund mixes) can attend this event.
We will have several pools to keep the dogs cool & iced drinks for the humans for purchase. A limited food & drink menu will be available during the entire event.
Event may be postponed if the temperature ends up looking too high for this date.
Admission for this special event is $12 per dog and a waiver must be signed before entering the park. Dogs must meet our off-leash park requirements.
We do not allow children under 12 in the off-leash park, but they are welcome in the leashed area.
Event by Good Dog Cafe
Sunday, September 10, 2023 / 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
ROCK HOUSE CAVE HIKE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Meet a Park Interpreter to hike to the park’s archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is ¼-mile long; please wear sturdy shoes and bring along water.
Sunday, September 10, 2023 / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
EAGLE HIKE
Bull Shoals-White River State Park
153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals
Meeting Place: Big Bluff Trailhead
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike to the Big Bluff Overlook, where we will observe an eagle’s nest in hopes of viewing the eagles. The Big Bluff Trail is moderately strenuous, so please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle.
