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• September 1 - May 27, 2011, Dripstone Trail Tour, Fifty Six, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Dripstone Trail Tour

  
  
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  September 1 - May 27, 2011

  Blanchard Springs Caverns Visitor Information Center

  Physical

  Tony Guinn
  Sylamore Ranger District
  1001 East Main Street
  Mountain View, AR 72533

  800-757-2246
  r8.ozark.bsc@fs.fed.us
  blanchardcavetours.com

  One-hour walking tour through the fantastic upper level of Blanchard Springs Caverns, in constant 58° temperature. Tour two huge rooms filled with awesome sparkling calcite formations; tours begin at the Visitor Center. An educational movie and exhibit hall clarify the underground wonders. Open year round; tours offered periodically, from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call 870-757-2211 or 888-757-2246 for tour times, rates, or reservations.

  Admission: $10/adult; $5/ages 6-15; $5/ages 62 and up with Interagency Senior Pass

  

• April 8 - May 8, 2011, "Hairspray" Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  "Hairspray"

  
  
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  April 8 - May 8, 2011

  601 Main Street

  Physical

  Ashley Pettit
  601 Main Street
  Little Rock, AR 72203

  501-378-0405
  tickets@therep.org
  www.therep.org

  It's 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire: to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to dancing queen…but she must use her newfound power to vanquish the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a TV network -- all without denting her 'do!

  

• April 9 - May 21, 2011, Draw Me a Story--A Century of Children's Book Illustration, Rogers, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Draw Me a Story--A Century of Children's Book Illustration

  
  
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  April 9 - May 21, 2011

  Rogers Historical Museum

  Physical

  Gaye Bland
  322 South Second Street
  Rogers , AR 72756

  479-621-1154
  gbland@rogersark.org
  www.rogersarkansas.com/museum

  This traveling exhibition from ExhibitsUSA explores one hundred years of bold adventures, classic fairy tales, amazing animals, and imaginative ABCs, all seen through the eyes of forty-one artists who created works especially for children. Originating from the Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco, California, Draw Me a Story presents 43 original works of art and 5–10 objects in a thematic and nostalgic trip through the history of children’s book illustrators and illustration techniques. Draw Me a Story is a family-friendly exhibition that will bring a smile to the faces of audiences of all ages.

  Admission: Free

  

• April 14 - May 14, 2011, 5th Annual Car Show, Fayetteville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  5th Annual Car Show

  
  
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  April 14 - May 14, 2011

  550 E 15th Street

  Physical

  Joe Terry, First Assembly of God
  1815 Arrowhead Street
  Fayetteville, AR 72701

  479-443-5633
  jterry1942@att.net
  fayettevillefirstassembly.com

  9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trophies awarded by classes such as People's Choice and Best of Show. Trophies are handmade of used engine parts. 50/50 pot, silent auction, T-shirts, door prizes and goodie bags for all participants. Proceeds benefit Teen Challenge Ranch and Compassion House.

  

• April 15 - May 16, 2011, "Ladies in Retirement" by Edward Percy and Reginald Denham, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  "Ladies in Retirement" by Edward Percy and Reginald Denham

  
  
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  April 15 - May 16, 2011

  214 S Main Street, Springdale

  Physical

  Bonnie Lawson
  214 S Main Street
  Springdale, AR 72764

  479-751-5441
  info@artscenteroftheozarks.org
  www.artscenteroftheozarks.org

  7:30 p.m. all dates except Sunday at 3 p.m. Disturbing desires and murderous thoughts creep across the moors. Set in the 1880s, this play is sure to be an edge-of-the-seat thriller.

  Admission: $20 adults, $10 students

  

• April 29 - May 1, 2011, 30th Annual Toad Suck Daze, Conway, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  30th Annual Toad Suck Daze

  
  
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  April 29 - May 1, 2011

  Physical

  Conway Area Chamber of Commerce
  900 Oak Street
  Conway, AR 72032

  501-327-7788
  ToadSuck@ConwayArkansas.org
  www.toadsuck.org

  A 3-day festival of food, family and fun held on the streets of downtown Conway, Arkansas. This 'Laid Back Weekend' occurs annually the first weekend in May and has something for the entire family: arts & crafts, 'Toadal Kids Zone', a carnival, local and national entertainment, food, rock wall, petting zoo, 'Stuck on a Truck', 5K/10K, golf tournament, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, magicians, and so much more! Toad Suck Daze is also home to 'The World Championship Toad Races'. Proceeds support higher education in Faulkner County.

  Admission: Free

  

• April 29 - May 1, 2011, 37th Annual Dogwood Festival, Siloam Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  37th Annual Dogwood Festival

  
  
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  April 29 - May 1, 2011

  City Park and Bob Henry Park downtown

  Physical

  Steve Dulaney
  108 E University
  Siloam Springs, AR 72761

  479-524-6466
  steve@siloamchamber.com
  siloamchamber.info

  A true festival with something for everyone in the family, the Dogwood Festival is held the end of April each year. Food, rides and activities for kids, handmade and resale items for sale--over 100 vendors. Entertainment throughout the weekend. Join us in our beautiful parks in historic downtown Siloam Springs!

  Admission: Free

  

• April 29 - May 1, 2011, All Aviation Cadet Homecoming, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  All Aviation Cadet Homecoming

  
  
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  April 29 - May 1, 2011

  Cadet World, 207 CR 207

  Physical

  Errol D. Severe
  542 CR 2073
  Eureka Springs, AR 72632

  479-253-5008
  av1cadet@arkansas.net
  www.aviationcadet.org

  It has been 50 years since the end of the Aviation Cadet program in the USAF. These airman and those from the army, navy, marine corps and coast guard, are those who built the air arm of this country. We have invited Gov. Sarah Palin, Newt Gingrich, Gov. Mike Huckabee to speak at this great event. Don't miss it!

  Admission: Call for details

  

• April 29 - May 1, 2011, 10th Annual Twin Rivers Festival, McNab, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  10th Annual Twin Rivers Festival

  
  
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  April 29 - May 1, 2011

  Inside City Park

  Physical

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

  870-896-2281
  conway@swat.coop
  

  Opens Friday noon with entertainment, High School bands, country/western singers, DJs, games, and activity for all ages. Saturday 9 a.m.-10 p.m arts & crafts, food booths, parade at noon, antique cars/trucks, floats, horse club, blues singers, gospel choirs on stage, kid rides, catfish cook-off, food, and entertainment. Sunday 9:30 outdoor church under big tent. singing, and preaching outdoors.

  

• April 29 - May 1, 2011, Arkansas Multi-State Challenge High School Rodeo , Texarkana, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Arkansas Multi-State Challenge High School Rodeo

  
  
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  April 29 - May 1, 2011

  Four States Fairgrounds

  Physical

  Four States Fair
  3700 E. 50th Street
  Texarkana , AR 71854

  870-773-2941
  fourstatesfair.com

  High school rodeo competitors will be from Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma.

  

• April 29 - May 15, 2011, There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom

  
  
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  April 29 - May 15, 2011

  Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre

  Physical

  Arkansas Arts Center
  501 E. 9th Street
  Little Rock, AR 72202

  501-372-4000
  info@arkarts.com
  www.arkarts.com

  Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 3 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.

  Admission: $14 adults, $11 children

  

• April 30 - May 2, 2011, Community Theatre Production of The Little Mermaid, Jonesboro, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Community Theatre Production of The Little Mermaid

  
  
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  April 30 - May 2, 2011

  The Forum Theatre, 115 E. Monroe, Jonesboro AR

  Physical

  Wendy Stotts
  The Foundation of Arts
  115 E. Monroe
  Jonesboro, AR 72401

  870-935-2726
  wendy@foajonesboro.org
  www.foajonesboro.org

  Become a part of Mermaid's world as she ventures on a magical musical journey to find true love while battling evil.

  

• May 1, 2011, "Step into Spring" Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  "Step into Spring"

  
  
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  May 1, 2011

  214 S Main Street, Springdale

  Physical

  Bonnie Lawson
  214 S Main Street
  Springdale, AR 72764

  479-751-5441
  info@artscenteroftheozarks.org
  www.artscenteroftheozarks.org

  Performance time: 3 p.m. The ACO Youth Choir will offer fun and toe-tapping music for all ages.

  Admission: $9 adults, $7 students

  

• May 1, 2011, Jim Witter Concert, "The Piano Men" Bentonville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Jim Witter Concert, "The Piano Men"

  
  
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  May 1, 2011

  Arend Arts Center on the Bentonville High School campus

  Physical

  Pauline Clark
  PO Box 5094
  Bella Vista, AR 72712

  479-855-9997
  randpclark@att.net
  www.liveonstagenwa.com

  Concert time is 2 p.m. "The Piano Men" is a parallel musical journey of the pop music of two of our greatest piano men - Billy Joel and Elton John. With a slide/video presentation and bass, guitar, keyboards, and drums, Jim Witter presents an unforgettable multi-media "rockumentary".

  Admission: $25 adults; $5 children

  

• May 1 - October 30, 2011, Farmers Market, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Farmers Market

  
  
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  May 1 - October 30, 2011

  River Market Pavilions

  Physical

  River Market
  400 President Clinton Ave.
  Little Rock, AR 72201

  501-375-2552
  www.rivermarket.info

  Every Tuesday and Saturday, May through October, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks.

  

• May 2, 2011, Spring Choral Concert, Arkadelphia, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Spring Choral Concert

  
  
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  May 2, 2011

  First United Methodist Church

  Physical

  Dr. Stephen Eaves
  HSU Box 7720
  1100 Henderson Street
  Arkadelphia, AR 71923

  870-230-5053
  eavessj@hsu.edu
  www.hsu.edu

  7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 3 - 8, 2011, Les Misérables, Fayetteville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Les Misérables

  
  
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  May 3 - 8, 2011

  Walton Arts Center

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  Alex Lee
  PO Box 3547
  Fayetteville, AR 72761

  479-443-5600
  alee@waltonartscenter.org
  www.waltonartscenter.org

  "Dream the Dream," Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, Les Misérables, with glorious new staging and spectacular reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo.

  

• May 3 - 27, 2011, SAAC Student Showcase Open Student Competition, El Dorado, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  SAAC Student Showcase Open Student Competition

  
  
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  May 3 - 27, 2011

  110 E. 5th Street

  Physical

  South Arkansas Arts Center
  110 e. 5th Street
  El Dorado, AR 71730

  870-862-5474
  info@saac-arts.org
  www.saac-arts.org

  Annual Student Showcase and Open Student Art Competition in the Merkle, Price, and Lobby Galleries.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 4, 2011, Symphony Band Performance, Arkadelphia, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Symphony Band Performance

  
  
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  May 4, 2011

  Arkansas Hall on the Campus of Henderson State University

  Physical

  Dr. James Buckner
  HSU Box 7664
  1100 Henderson Street
  Arkadelphia, AR 71923

  870-230-5410
  bucknej@hsu.edu
  www.hsu.edu

  Admission: Free

  

• May 4 - 31, 2011, "First There is a Mountain, Then There is No Mountain, Then There is..." by Cindy Wiseman, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  "First There is a Mountain, Then There is No Mountain, Then There is..." by Cindy Wiseman

  
  
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  May 4 - 31, 2011

  Smith-Kelly Gallery, 214 S Main Street

  Physical

  Bonnie Lawson
  214 S Main Street
  Springdale, AR 72764

  479-751-5441
  info@artscenteroftheozarks.org
  www.artscenteroftheozarks.org

  Gallery Hours: 9-5 Monday-Friday; 9-3 Saturdays. Artist reception on Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 5, 2011, Wales "Land of Song" Travel Film, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Wales "Land of Song" Travel Film

  
  
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  May 5, 2011

  214 S Main Street

  Physical

  Bonnie Lawson
  214 S Main Street
  Springdale, AR 72764

  479-751-5441
  info@artscenteroftheozarks.org
  www.artscenteroftheozarks.org

  Join film-making musicians Monty and Marsha Brown for a memorable journey to Wales. Social Hour 1-2 p.m. Film 2 p.m.

  Admission: $10

  

• May 5, 2011, 6th Annual Art and Stroll, Paragould, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  6th Annual Art and Stroll

  
  
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  May 5, 2011

  101 S. Pruett Street

  Physical

  Gina Jarrett
  108 E. Emerson Street
  Paragould, AR 72450

  870-240-0544
  mainstr@paragould.net
  www.downtownparagould.com

  The 6th Annual Art and Stroll held in “the one and only downtown Paragould” combines original art with varied mediums, artists, music, and drinks on the first Thursday in May. Art for sale and show. To exhibit, call Chairperson Sandra Holt at 870-236-7434.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 5, 2011, First Thursday on the Downtown Square, Fayetteville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  First Thursday on the Downtown Square

  
  
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  May 5, 2011

  Downtown Square

  Physical

  Brian Bailey
  21 S. Block Ave
  Fayetteville, AR 72701

  479-521-5776
  www.firstthursdayfayetteville.com

  5-8 p.m. First Thursday is an evening of art and culture in downtown Fayetteville. On the first Thursday of each month, participating galleries and art-related venues offer free access to visual and performing art in a fun and social environment. First Thursday venues feature attractions such as art openings, live music, artists’ receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. In addition, the Downtown Square comes alive on First Thursday with performances and interactive exhibits.

  

• May 5 - 8, 2011, 34th Annual Joe Martin Stage Race, Fayetteville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  34th Annual Joe Martin Stage Race

  
  
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  May 5 - 8, 2011

  Center and Church Streets

  Physical

  Bruce Dunn
  1629 S. River Meadows Dr.
  Fayetteville, AR 72701

  479-521-7766
  bruce@misterguy.com
  joemartinstagerace.com

  The Joe Martin Stage Race is a nationally contested cycling (bicycle) race comprised of a four-day, four-event professional and a two-day, three-event amateur race. The race is ranked among the top-ten races on the National Racing Calendar (NRC), which is the pro and elite amateur cycling tour in the United States.

  Admission: Varies for adults; free for kids

  

• May 6, 2011, Sandwiching in History Tour of Rogers House, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Sandwiching in History Tour of Rogers House

  
  
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  May 6, 2011

  400 W. 18th Street

  Physical

  Rachel Silva, Arkansas Historic Preservation Program
  1500 Tower Building
  323 Center Street
  Little Rock, AR 72206

  501-324-9880
  info@arkansaspreservation.org
  www.arkansaspreservation.org

  The Sandwiching in History tour series features a historic property in central Arkansas each month. The tours are free and open to the public. All tours begin at noon and last no more than one hour. An AHPP historian delivers a brief lecture about the property before leading guests on a tour. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunches with them.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 6 - 7, 2011, 22nd Annual Yell Fest, Dardanelle, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  22nd Annual Yell Fest

  
  
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  May 6 - 7, 2011

  Downtown

  Physical

  Dardanelle Chamber
  PO Box 208
  Dardanelle, AR 72834

  479-229-3328
  vsdardchamber@hotmail.com
  www.dardanellechamber.com

  Carnival, 5 K, crafts, food, entertainment, yelling contest, kids games.

  Admission: Free; Parking fee applies

  

• May 6 - 7, 2011, Big Bass Classic, Texarkana, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Big Bass Classic

  
  
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  May 6 - 7, 2011

  Physical

  Four States Fair
  3700 E. 50th Street
  Texarkana , AR 71854

  870-773-2941
  fourstatesfair.com

  

• May 6 - 7, 2011, Art on the Creek, Bella Vista, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Art on the Creek

  
  
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  May 6 - 7, 2011

  Hwy 71 & McNelley Rd.

  Physical

  Misty Baker
  PO Box 5009
  Bella Vista, AR 72714

  479-855-2064
  info@bellavistafestival.org
  www.bellavistafestival.org

  "Art on the Creek" will be held along the beautiful river, from 8-4 p.m. Bring the family for fun, food, as regional artisans display their arts and crafts for sale.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 6 - 8, 2011, War Eagle Mill Crafts & Culinary Arts Fair, Rogers, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  War Eagle Mill Crafts & Culinary Arts Fair

  
  
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  May 6 - 8, 2011

  Mill Courtyard

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  Barb Lisle
  11045 War Eagle RD
  AR 72756

  866-492-7324
  barb@wareaglemill.com
  www.wareaglemill.com

  National artists & craftsmen gather at the historic Mill to sell and demonstrate their skills. Artisan food vendors also on hand for tasting and cooking demos. Step inside the Mill and shop for locally crafted items and then try our food samples, made from our organic grains and mixes.

  Admission: Free admission; $3 parking

  

• May 6 - 8, 2011, Spanker Creek Farm Arts & Craft Fair, Bentonville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Spanker Creek Farm Arts & Craft Fair

  
  
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  May 6 - 8, 2011

  8464 W. McNelly Road

  Physical

  Patti
  C/o P.O. Box 5644
  Bella Vista, AR 72712

  479-685-5655
  info@spankercreekfarm.com
  www.spankercreekfarm

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, 15th Annual Whistlestop Festival, Ashdown, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  15th Annual Whistlestop Festival

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  Downtown Ashdown: Main, Keller, and Commerce Streets

  Physical

  Clayton Castleman
  110 Little River 68
  Ashdown, AR 71822

  870-898-2642
  ccastleman@arkansas.net
  www.littlerivercounty.org

  Miss Whistlestop Festival (ages 0-19) on Friday night, May 6. Saturday activities include catfish cook-off, large antique car show, tractor display, 5K/10K races, lots of games and activities for children, youth art show, entertainment including band, train memorabilia, food/craft vendors, antique shops scavenger hunt, turtle race, pancake breakfast, special museum displays.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, International Migratory Bird Day Celebration, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  International Migratory Bird Day Celebration

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  Witt Stephens, Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center

  Physical

  Sarah Baxter
  602 President Clinton Avenue
  Little Rock, AR 72201

  501-907-0636
  www.centralarkansasnaturecenter.com

  Join us in this international education program to celebrate our most watchable of all wildlife--birds! We'll highlight the migration of nearly 350 species of migratory birds of the Americas. We'll have activities going on throughout the day aimed at kids, adults and families.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, Festival of Winds High School Honor Band, Conway, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Festival of Winds High School Honor Band

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  Staples Auditorium, Hendrix College campus

  Physical

  Department of Music
  1600 Washington Ave.
  Conway, AR 72032

  501-450-1422
  

  7:30 p.m. Concert with Little Rock Wind Symphony.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, City of Caraway Annual Fishing Rodeo, Caraway, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  City of Caraway Annual Fishing Rodeo

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  City of Caraway Fish Pond, Bowen Street

  Physical

  City of Caraway
  102 E. State Street
  PO Box 549
  Caraway, AR 72419

  870-482-3716
  cityofcaraway@centurytel.net
  

  Join us for the Annual Caraway Fishing Rodeo for ages 3-12 on Saturday, May 7, beginning at 8 a.m. Prizes will be awarded. Bring your fishing pole, bait and tackle!

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, 20th Annual South Arkansas Mayhaw Festival, El Dorado, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  20th Annual South Arkansas Mayhaw Festival

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  422 North Jackson Street

  Physical

  Patrick Hotard
  South Arkansas Historical Foundation
  PO Box 144
  El Dorado, AR 71730

  870-862-9890
  director@soarkhistory.com
  http://www.arkansas.com/city-listings/city_detail.aspx?city=El+Dorado

  Activities include a 5K walk/run, craft booths, antique car show, Mayhaw jelly sales, Master Gardeners horticultural information, tours of the Newton House Museum, bluegrass entertainment and other family activities. Breakfast and lunch will be sold. Entry is free; breakfast and lunch will be sold. For further information regarding the festival, please contact the South Arkansas Historical Foundation office at 870-862-9890.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, 29th Annual Fair on the Square, Kingston, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  29th Annual Fair on the Square

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  On the Square

  Physical

  Linda Davidson
  HC 33 Box 100-B
  Compton, AR 72742

  870-420-3731
  mistymtn@ritternet.com
  

  On the Square in the unique community of Kingston. Events include a parade, live music all day, craft booths, food, door prize drawings, Dutch oven cook-off, children's activities, a clown and much more!

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, 33rd Annual Altus Springtime Gala, Altus, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  33rd Annual Altus Springtime Gala

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  Altus City Park

  Physical

  Altus Chamber of Commerce
  P.O. Box 2404
  Altus, AR 72821

  479-468-4684
  www.altusarcofc.com

  5K Run & Fun Walk, arts & crafts, kids' rides and attractions, flea market, music, games, 105th Army Band, "London and Paris by Bike"/Tri -Peaks Challenge Ride, Lawbreakers & Peacemakers-Old West shoot out, food, Prince & Princess contest, Antique & Classic Car and Truck Show.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7, 2011, 60th Annual Pioneer Day, Melbourne, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  60th Annual Pioneer Day

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  Courtsquare; Rodeo at Izard Co. Fairgrounds

  Physical

  Mike Cone
  PO Box 800
  Melbourne, AR 72556

  870-368-4215
  mike.cone@centurytel.net
  www.mymelbournearkansas.com

  Parade, street dance, rodeo, music, and games.

  

• May 7, 2011, German Heritage Festival, Stuttgart, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  German Heritage Festival

  
  
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  May 7, 2011

  921 East 4th Street

  Physical

  Melanie Baden
  921 East 4th Street
  Stuttgart, AR 72160

  870-672-1425
  ontheprairiebayou@yahoo.com
  grandprairiemuseum.org

  Enjoy German beer and wine, bratwurst, Germanic desserts and potato salad, live polka music, good ol' fashioned children's activities, and a 5K run.

  Admission: $5 for children's activities

  

• May 7 - 8, 2011, 47th Annual Quapaw Quarter Association Spring Tour of Historic Homes, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  47th Annual Quapaw Quarter Association Spring Tour of Historic Homes

  
  
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  May 7 - 8, 2011

  Physical

  Rhea Roberts
  615 East Capitol Avenue
  PO Box 165023
  Little Rock, AR 72206

  501-371-0075
  rroberts@quapaw.com
  www.quapaw.com

  Join us for the QQA's 47th Spring Tour of Historic Homes in downtown Little Rock Saturday evening or Sunday afternoon. Saturday tickets will include a candlelight tour, champagne and dinner, perfect for Mother's Day!

  Admission: $15 to $150

  

• May 7 - 8, 2011, North Arkansas Woodcarvers 32nd Annual Woodcarvers Show and Sale, Mountain Home, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  North Arkansas Woodcarvers 32nd Annual Woodcarvers Show and Sale

  
  
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  May 7 - 8, 2011

  Baxter County Fairgrounds

  Physical

  Sandy Smith
  P.O. Box 531
  Mountain Home, AR 72653

  870-431-8070
  webmaster@northarkansaswoodcarvers.org
  www.northarkansaswoodcarvers.org

  As one of the largest shows in the area, the NAWC Woodcarving Show features whittlers, woodcarvers, wood turners, vendors, judged competitions, demonstrations, and a carving contest. Participant are from all levels -- novice to professional.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 7 - 28, 2011, 12th Annual Paws on the Pavement , Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  12th Annual Paws on the Pavement

  
  
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  May 7 - 28, 2011

  Check website for date and location

  Physical

  Llahoma Jackson
  Care for Animals
  PO Box 7604
  Little Rock, AR 72202

  501-603-2273
  care@careforanimals.org
  www.careforanimals.org

  EXACT DATE TBA. 5K run/1-mile fun run benefiting CARE for Animals rescue and spay/neuter efforts. Vendors, dog agility show, local pet adoption groups, microchipping, and pet photographers.

  Admission: Registration fees TBA, spectators free

  

• May 7 - July 16, 2011, J&P Ranch Hayrides, Scott, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  J&P Ranch Hayrides

  
  
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  May 7 - July 16, 2011

  Farm

  Physical

  James H. Kirklin
  966 McCoy Lane
  Scott, AR 72142

  501-961-9938
  jandp_ranch@sbcglobal.net
  

  Large farm with picnic area and activities for children. Horseback rides, hayrides, petting zoo. May through July. Weekdays by appointment only.

  Admission: $4

  

• May 8, 2011, 4th Annual Mother’s Day Bell Choir Concert, Hot Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  4th Annual Mother’s Day Bell Choir Concert

  
  
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  May 8, 2011

  The Anthony Chapel at Garvan Woodlands Gardens

  Physical

  Rob Neall
  210 Short Street
  Amity, AR 71913

  870-342-6276
  robneall@hotmail.com
  

  The Ringers of Hope bell choir present their 4th annual “Grand Finale” and Mother’s Day concert which includes a special section just for kids. Come treat your mother to an afternoon of beautiful music.

  

• May 9 - 14, 2011, 19th Annual Bluegrass and Gospel Jamming Jammer Jamboree, Vilonia, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  19th Annual Bluegrass and Gospel Jamming Jammer Jamboree

  
  
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  May 9 - 14, 2011

  Lester Flatt Memorial Park

  Physical

  Elizabeth Kuykendall
  50 Laster Flatt Drive
  Vilonia, AR 72173

  501-835-2451
  

  Family fun week, potluck, singing and jamming.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 9 - November 19, 2011, Forrest City Farmers Market, Forrest City, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Forrest City Farmers Market

  
  
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  May 9 - November 19, 2011

  Forrest City Civic Center

  Physical

  Cooperative Extension Service
  313 South Izard St., Ste. 14
  Forrest City, AR 72335

  870-261-1730
  

  Monday through Saturday from 8-5 p.m. May through November. Individuals wanting to sell items must contact the Cooperative Extension Service.

  

• May 12, 2011, 7th Annual Lake June Fishing Derby, Stamps, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  7th Annual Lake June Fishing Derby

  
  
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  May 12, 2011

  Lake June

  Physical

  Janie Ouei
  213 Main Street
  Stamps, AR 71860

  870-904-8015
  jmo46@sbcglobal.net
  http://www.arkansas.com/city-listings/city_detail.aspx?city=Stamps

  Fishing contest designed for the elderly and those in care facilities. Nominal prizes awarded to contestants who catch the longest fish in each category. Light refreshments are served at noon. Hours are from noon until 2 p.m.

  Admission: No entry fee.

  

• May 12, 2011, Main Street West Memphis Blues on Broadway, West Memphis, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Main Street West Memphis Blues on Broadway

  
  
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  May 12, 2011

  Regions Bank Plaza, 231 East Broadway

  Physical

  Leigh Ann Hastings
  231 East Broadway
  West Memphis, AR 72301

  870-735-8814
  mainstreet@citywm.com
  broadwaywestmemphis.com

  Lunchtime concert celebrating National Tourism Week and Arkansas Heritage Month.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 12 - 22, 2011, Pocket Community Theatre, Hot Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Pocket Community Theatre

  
  
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  May 12 - 22, 2011

  Pocket Community Theatre - 170 Ravine Street

  Physical

  Margaret Forsyth
  P.O. Box 20577
  Hot Springs, AR 71901

  501-623-8585
  thepockettheatre@sbcglobal.net
  www.pockettheatre.com

  Pocket Community Theatre presents "Plaza Suite", a comedy by Neil Simon. Three separate stories take place in a suite at the Plaza Hotel.

  Admission: $10 adults, $5 K-12

  

• May 12 - 22, 2011, Witness for the Prosecution, Benton, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Witness for the Prosecution

  
  
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  May 12 - 22, 2011

  Royal Theatrae, 111 S. Market

  Physical

  Susan Dill
  P.O. Box 1743
  Benton, AR 72015

  501-315-5843
  info@theroyalplayers.com
  theroyalplayers.com

  Famous Agatha Christie murder mystery.

  Admission: $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student

  

• May 13 - 14, 2011, 20th Annual Atkins PickleFest, Atkins, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  20th Annual Atkins PickleFest

  
  
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  May 13 - 14, 2011

  downtown; State Hwy 64 and 105

  Physical

  Atkins PickleFest
  PO Box 203
  Atkins, AR 72823

  479-641-2000
  www.arkansas.com/city-listings/city_detail.aspx?city=Atkins

  This festival is one that continues the history of the industry that brought this festival alive. Where else can you get a fried pickle so good you keep going back for more? Contests, vendors, arts & crafts, Bump & Jump Alley and more!

  

• May 13 - 15, 2011, Old Timer's Days Arts & Crafts Festival, Van Buren, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Old Timer's Days Arts & Crafts Festival

  
  
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  May 13 - 15, 2011

  Historic Main Street

  Physical

  Patty
  PO Box 1634
  Van Buren, AR 72956

  479-410-3026
  www.vanburen.org

  An arts & crafts festival held annually on Historic Main Street. Six blocks of Van Buren’s Main Street will be closed off to provide space for more than 200 exhibitors from more than seven states. A variety of food and entertainment will be available. A children’s carnival will also be available. Event will be held rain or shine. Friday evening will feature a concert. Saturday and Sunday will have arts & crafts plus entertainment.

  

• May 14, 2011, 2011 Fight For Air Climb, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  2011 Fight For Air Climb

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Metropolitan Tower, 425 W. Capitol

  Physical

  Melaney Hand
  217 W. 2nd St., Ste. 105
  Little Rock, AR 72201

  501-975-0758
  mhand@breathehealthy.org
  fightforairclimb.org

  Vertical race in the tallest building in the state. Hosted by the American Lung Association, this unique fundraiser is a stairclimb that benefits the fight against lung disease and for clean air.

  Admission: $25 registration, $100 fundraising min.

  

• May 14, 2011, 16th Annual Hot Springs Cruisers Car Show, Hot Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  16th Annual Hot Springs Cruisers Car Show

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Hot Springs Airport

  Physical

  Jim Yates
  292 Forestridge Road
  Royal, AR 71968

  501-760-2849
  floss50@juno.com
  www.hscruisers.com

  8 a.m. registration, 11 a.m. judging. Over 100 trophies, dash plaques to first 150 participants. 100 point judging system, drawing for $1,000 cash and a transmission from by Fryar Transmission. Many door prizes, food, music, T-shirt, games for children. Benefits Potters Clay, a crisis center for abused women and children.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 14, 2011, 65th Annual Eureka Springs Garden Club Plant Sale, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  65th Annual Eureka Springs Garden Club Plant Sale

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  High School Parking Lot

  Physical

  Nancy Vanderburg
  3314 Mundell Rd.
  Eureka Springs, AR 72632

  479-253-9021
  vannancy@arkansas.net
  

  The Eureka Springs Garden Club's 65th Annual Plant Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to noon. Proceeds benefit the city parks.

  

• May 14, 2011, Arkansas Arabian Horse Show, Texarkana, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Arkansas Arabian Horse Show

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Four States Fairgrounds

  Physical

  Four States Fair
  3700 E. 50th Street
  Texarkana , AR 71854

  870-773-2941
  fourstatesfair.com

  

• May 14, 2011, Spring Family Day Event, Batesville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Spring Family Day Event

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Old Independence Regional Museum

  Physical

  Old Independence Regional Museum
  380 South 9th Street
  Batesville, AR 72501

  870-793-2121
  oirm@oirm.org
  www.oirm.org

  Join Old Independence Regional Museum in celebrating the arrival of Spring at the annual Spring Family Day Event! Historic hands-on activities, demonstrations, and games designed to celebrate Spring and our Arkansas heritage.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 14, 2011, May Trade Days, Prescott, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  May Trade Days

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Downtown

  Physical

  Brandy Jones
  116 East Second
  Prescott, AR 71857

  870-887-2101
  bjones@pnpartnership.org
  

  8 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be plenty of food and activities for children and plenty of shopping for the adults.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 14, 2011, 43rd Annual Dogwood Days Festival, Horseshoe Bend, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  43rd Annual Dogwood Days Festival

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Diamond B Mall

  Physical

  Karen McKnight
  1311 Strawberry Drive
  Horseshoe Bend, AR 72512

  870-670-5764
  mkmcknight@centurytel.net
  www.horseshoebendarcc.com

  Join us while the dogwoods are in bloom. Craft vendors, food vendors, games for the kids, pet pageant and good music!

  

• May 14, 2011, 6th Annual Ozark Demolition Derby Spring Challenge, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  6th Annual Ozark Demolition Derby Spring Challenge

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Parsons Stadium, 1423 E. Emma

  Physical

  Janet Edwards, Rodeo of the Ozarks
  PO Box 1909
  Springdale, AR 72764

  479-756-0464
  janet@rodeooftheozarks.org
  www.rodeooftheozarks.com

  Drivers face off in heat competition competing for prizes and bragging rights!

  Admission: $12 adults, $7 children

  

• May 14, 2011, May Festival of the Arts Gallery Stroll, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  May Festival of the Arts Gallery Stroll

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  19 Spring Street

  Physical

  Marsha Havens
  19 Spring Street
  Eureka Springs, AR 72632

  479-363-9600
  Marsha@EurekaThyme.com
  www.ArtofEureka.com

  During the month of May, Eureka Springs overflows with art events! Join us on the 2nd Saturday for our regular monthly gallery stroll, plus every weekend in this art-packed month will be a celebration with featured artists, food, fun, and other spur-of-the-moment happenings!

  

• May 14, 2011, 24th Annual May Festival of the Arts with ESGA, Eureka Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  24th Annual May Festival of the Arts with ESGA

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  Spring Street

  Physical

  Marsha Havens
  19 Spring Street
  Eureka Springs, AR 72632

  479-363-9600
  Marsha@EurekaThyme.com
  www.ArtofEureka.com

  Every 2nd Saturday of the month our gallery stroll is a special event in Eureka Springs, but in May we do it every week! Join us throughout the month of May to celebrate the Arts in Eureka Springs. For specific shows and events, please go to our website.

  

• May 14, 2011, SAAC Student Showcase Reception, El Dorado, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  SAAC Student Showcase Reception

  
  
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  May 14, 2011

  110 E. 5th Street

  Physical

  South Arkansas Arts Center
  110 E. 5th Street
  El Dorado, AR 71730

  870-862-5474
  info@saac-arts.org
  www.saac-arts.org

  An artist reception for the annual SAAC Student Showcase and Open Student Competition.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 14 - 15, 2011, ASSA Kohl's American Cup, North Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  ASSA Kohl's American Cup

  
  
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  May 14 - 15, 2011

  Burns Park Soccer Complex

  Physical

  Little Rock Futbol Club
  PO Box 7685
  Little Rock, AR 72118

  501-663-2112
  lrfcsoccer@sbcglobal.net
  www.ArkansasSoccer.org

  Soccer Tournament.

  

• May 14 - October 15, 2011, Concerts on The Frontporch Stage in Mt Ida, Mount Ida, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Concerts on The Frontporch Stage in Mt Ida

  
  
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  May 14 - October 15, 2011

  Courthouse Lawn

  Physical

  Jerry Babbitt
  400 Dozier Hollow Rd
  Mt Ida, AR 71957

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

  Bring your family and friends, your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of great music every Saturday from May into October. We feature the best bluegrass, country, gospel and folk by some of the best bands in Arkansas. Check our website.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 15, 2011, Jewish Food and Cultural Festival, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Jewish Food and Cultural Festival

  
  
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  May 15, 2011

  River Market

  Physical

  Jewish Federation of Arkansas
  1501 N Pierce, Suite 101
  Little Rock, AR 72205

  501-663-3571
  Federation@jewisharkansas.org
  www.jewisharkansas.org

  The Jewish Food and Cultural Festival is a opportunity to relish in the flavors of Jewish Food, learn of the rich Jewish Culture, and listen to Jewish and Israeli music. Kids activities as well.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 16, 2011, KASU's Blues Monday, Paragould, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  KASU's Blues Monday

  
  
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  May 16, 2011

  Red Goose Deli, 117 N. Pruett Street

  Physical

  Gina Jarrett
  108 E. Emerson Street
  Paragould, AR 72450

  870-240-0544
  mainstr@paragould.net
  www.downtownparagould.com

  KASU brings the “blues” to Paragould the 3rd Monday of the month. Blues Monday is held at Red Goose Deli, 117 N. Pruett Street in “the One and Only Downtown Paragould”. Free entertainment thanks to area sponsors. Because of limited seating, reservations are suggested but not required.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 18, 2011, Pioneer Agriculture, Springdale, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Pioneer Agriculture

  
  
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  May 18, 2011

  Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

  Physical

  Susan Young
  Shiloh Museum
  118 W. Johnson Avenue
  Springdale, AR 72764

  479-750-8165
  shiloh@springdalear.gov
  www.springdalear.gov/shiloh

  A noontime program by Dr. Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozark studies at Missouri State University.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 19 - 21, 2011, Loose Caboose Festival XXII, Paragould, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Loose Caboose Festival XXII

  
  
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  May 19 - 21, 2011

  108 E. Emerson Street

  Physical

  Gina Jarrett
  108 E. Emerson Street
  Paragould, AR 72450

  870-240-0544
  mainstr@paragould.net
  www.loosecaboose.net

  The 22nd Loose Caboose Festival covers “the One and Only Downtown Paragould” the third weekend in May. One of the largest free musical entertainment festivals in the state, LC also features a fish fry, 5K, bike ride, karaoke contest, petting zoo, children’s stage, carnival, and expanded arts and crafts area.

  Admission: Free musical entertainment

  

• May 19 - 21, 2011, 1st Annual White River Artists Plein Air , Cotter, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  1st Annual White River Artists Plein Air

  
  
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  May 19 - 21, 2011

  Spring House, Cotter City Park on White River

  Physical

  Sandy Barksdale
  P.O. Box 369
  Cotter, AR 72626

  870-424-0151
  whiteriverartist@gmail.com
  

  Plein Air Competition open to all artists.

  

• May 20, 2011, Cruisin' in the Rock, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Cruisin' in the Rock

  
  
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  May 20, 2011

  River Market Pavilions & Riverfront Park

  Physical

  Carol Dolan
  Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau
  Little Rock, AR 72201

  501-370-3201
  cdolan@littlerock.com
  http://www.cruisinlittlerock.com

  See the coolest cars in Arkansas at "Cruisin' in the Rock." These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators enjoy great classic rock n' roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles!

  Admission: Free

  

• May 20 - 21, 2011, 9th Annual Stars & Stripes Festival, Tyronza, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  9th Annual Stars & Stripes Festival

  
  
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  May 20 - 21, 2011

  Main Street

  Physical

  Donna Wood
  PO Box 275
  Tyronza, AR 72386

  870-487-2168
  cityoftyronza@ritternet.com
  http://www.arkansas.com/city-listings/city_detail.aspx?city=Tyronza

  The Stars and Stripes Festival is a weekend full of carnival rides, food, games and music. The event starts on Friday evening with free music and pageant. It continues all day Saturday with a parade, free music shows, games, food, vendors, and ends with a street dance that night. Carnival rides begin earlier in the week and end on Saturday night.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 20 - 21, 2011, 21st Annual Crawdad Days Music Festival, Harrison, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  21st Annual Crawdad Days Music Festival

  
  
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  May 20 - 21, 2011

  Lake Harrison

  Physical

  Anna Marie Sullivan
  621 E Rush
  Harrison, AR 72601

  870-741-2659
  asullivan@harrison-chamber.com
  www.harrison-chamber.com

  Something for the entire family. Free concerts, vendors, car show, carnival, burnout competition, cardboard boat race, fishing derby, horseshoe tournament and more.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 20 - 21, 2011, 11th Annual Rummage Around the Rail, Russellville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  11th Annual Rummage Around the Rail

  
  
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  May 20 - 21, 2011

  Historical Train Depot on C Street & Denver

  Physical

  Betsy Mcguire
  320 West C Street
  Russellville, AR 72801

  479-967-1437
  http://www.arkansas.com/city-listings/city_detail.aspx?city=Russellville

  Rummage Around the Rails is held in downtown Russellville. This is a unique sale since all the items are donated to raise funds for projects that are in place for Friends of the Depot. Come out and see what treasures you might find.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 20 - 21, 2011, 28th Annual Dermott Crawfish Festival, Dermott, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  28th Annual Dermott Crawfish Festival

  
  
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  May 20 - 21, 2011

  Freeman and Peddicord Streets

  Physical

  Frank Henry, Jr.
  PO Box 147
  Dermott, AR 71638

  870-538-5656
  dermottcoc@sbcglobal.net
  www.dermottcrawfishfestival.com

  Mini train and fire truck rides for children, music both days. Live bands both nights. Dog show, bingo game, Arkansas Game & Fish Aquarium, arts & crafts, food booths and Crawfish dinners.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 20 - 21, 2011, 23rd Annual Magnolia Blossom Festival and World Championship Steak Cook-off, Magnolia, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  23rd Annual Magnolia Blossom Festival and World Championship Steak Cook-off

  
  
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  May 20 - 21, 2011

  Historic Downtown Magnolia Square

  Physical

  April Voss
  529 East Main
  Magnolia, AR 71753

  870-234-4352
  ea@ccalliance.us
  www.blossomfestival.org

  Sidewalk Art Show, crafts, car and motorcycle show, pageants, live entertainment, food, kids' activities, fishing tournament, and fun for the whole family. Over 5,000 steaks cooked by teams vying to win the coveted Governor's Cup and bragging rights as the World Championship Steak Cooker.

  

• May 20 - 21, 2011, 9th Annual Balloons of Hope, Hope, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  9th Annual Balloons of Hope

  
  
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  May 20 - 21, 2011

  Hope Fair Park

  Physical

  Hope Parks and Tourism
  Hwy 174 South
  Hope, AR 71801

  870-777-7500
  hopetourism@cablelynx.com
  sjspgballoons.blogspot.com

  Bring the whole family out for hot air balloon glows and tethered rides, lawn mower races, kids fishing derby, arts & crafts vendors, food concessions, kids fun area, live bands play nightly, RV hookups available, and more.

  

• May 20 - 22, 2011, 27th Annual International Greek Food Festival, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  27th Annual International Greek Food Festival

  
  
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  May 20 - 22, 2011

  Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church

  Physical

  Greek Food Festival
  1100 Napa Valley Dr.
  Little Rock, AR 72211

  501-221-5300
  info@greekfoodfest.com
  www.greekfoodfest.com

  The International Greek Food Festival is the largest ethnic festival in Arkansas. For the past 26 years, we’ve been serving food, friends and the community, put on by Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.

  

• May 20 - 22, 2011, Alice in Wonderland, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Alice in Wonderland

  
  
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  May 20 - 22, 2011

  Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre

  Physical

  Janet Aronson, Arkansas Festival Ballet
  PO Box 25812
  Little Rock, AR 72202

  501-227-5320
  info@arkansasdance.org
  www.arkansasdance.org

  Arkansas Festival Ballet, Rebecca Stalcup, Artistic Director, presents Alice in Wonderland. Friday, May 20, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 21, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 22, 2 p.m. Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre.

  Admission: $15 for children/students, $20 for adults (advance purchase); $20 children/students, $25 adults (purchase at the door)

  

• May 20 - 23, 2011, Senior State Championship Tennis Tournament, North Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Senior State Championship Tennis Tournament

  
  
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  May 20 - 23, 2011

  Burns Park Tennis Center

  Physical

  Burns Park Tennis Center
  Exit #150 off I-40, 4000 Joe K Poch Drive
  Exit #150 off I-40
  North Little Rock, AR 72118

  501-791-8585
  www.BurnsParkTennis.com

  Admission: FREE

  

• May 21, 2011, Harmonically Yours!, Fort Smith, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Harmonically Yours!

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Arkansas Best Corporation Performing Arts Center - 55 South 7th Street

  Physical

  Becky Yates
  P.O. Box 3151
  Fort Smith, AR 72901

  479-452-7575
  fssymphony@fortsmithsymphony.org
  www.fortsmithsymphony.org

  The King of Rock and Roll meets the King of the Harmonica in a symphonic setting. An amazing combination of sights and sounds as Robert Bonfiglio performs music by Elvis Presley, George Gershwin, and Stephen Foster. Mr. Bonfiglio is the most prominent concert harmonica player in the world! The Symphony will also perform Franz Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody and the Overture to The Poet and Peasant by Franz von Suppe.

  Admission: $35 & $30 adults, $20 & $15 students

  

• May 21, 2011, 25th Annual Spring Dance Demonstration , Van Buren, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  25th Annual Spring Dance Demonstration

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Van Buren Performing Arts Center

  Physical

  Melissa Schoenfeld
  PO Box 10071
  Fort Smith, AR 72917

  479-785-0152
  m.schoenfeld@waballet.org
  www.waballet.org

  Admission: $5

  

• May 21, 2011, Salem City Park Kids Fishing Derby, Salem, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Salem City Park Kids Fishing Derby

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Salem City Park Lake

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  Fulton County Conservation District
  PO Box 335
  Salem, AR 72576

  870-895-3201
  michelle.ward@nacdnet.net
  

  Kids Fishing Derby.

  

• May 21, 2011, 21st Annual Wal-Mart CMN Open Buddy Bass Tournament, Russellville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  21st Annual Wal-Mart CMN Open Buddy Bass Tournament

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Lake Dardanelle State Park

  Physical

  Mischelle Jordan
  8100 S. Zero Street
  Fort Smith, AR 72802

  479-452-4143
  

  Registration open from noon Friday, May 20 until take-off 6 a.m., Saturday, May 21. The tournament is an eight-hour event with weigh-in approximately 2 p.m. The tournament is open to fish with one partner.

  Admission: $80 per team with Big Bass included

  

• May 21, 2011, 13th Annual Piggott Heritage Park Car Show, Piggott, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  13th Annual Piggott Heritage Park Car Show

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Heritage Park

  Physical

  Lynette Cale
  100 West Main
  PO Box 96
  Piggott, AR 72454

  870-598-3167
  pchamber@piggott.net
  http://www.arkansas.com/city-listings/city_detail.aspx?city=Piggott

  Heritage Park comes alive as hundreds of classic cars visit Piggott. Thousands enjoy entertainment, games, food, drawings, and the Big Cruise through town on Saturday night. Join the excitement as yesterday meets today...on Wheels!

  

• May 21, 2011, Saturday Science Programs at Mid-America Science Museum, Hot Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Saturday Science Programs at Mid-America Science Museum

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Mid-America Science Museum

  Physical

  Nicole Herndon
  500 Mid-America Science Museum
  Hot Springs, AR 71913

  501-767-3461
  programs@MidAmericaMuseum.org
  www.MidAmericaMuseum.org

  Saturday Science programs are designed for children ages 6-10 accompanied by an adult. Ticket price covers one child and one adult plus access to the museum. Additional children or adults can be added for $5+tax each. Workshops fill up fast so register early!

  

• May 21, 2011, Arkansas Symphony's The Piano Men, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Arkansas Symphony's The Piano Men

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Robinson Center Music Hall

  Physical

  Arkansas Symphony Orchestra
  2417 North Tyler Street
  Little Rock, AL 72201

  501-666-1761
  www.ArkansasSymphony.org

  Sing us a song, Rocketman! Hear Jim Witter perform the toe-tapping super hits of Billy Joel and Elton John along with the ASO.

  Admission: tickets start at $20; students $10

  

• May 21, 2011, 5th Annual Riding Lawn Mower Races, Hope, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  5th Annual Riding Lawn Mower Races

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Hope Fair Park

  Physical

  Hope Parks and Tourism
  Hwy 174 South
  Hope, AR 71801

  870-777-7500
  hopetourism@cablelynx.com
  sjspgballoons.blogspot.com

  Once again riding lawn mowers will be racing around the Rodeo Arena at Hope Fair Park in conjunction with the hot air balloon festival, Balloons of Hope. Last year's points race included racers from five states. This event is always a big crowd-pleaser...for kids of all ages!

  

• May 21, 2011, 6th Annual--Stueart Pennington Running Of The Tubs , Hot Springs, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  6th Annual--Stueart Pennington Running Of The Tubs

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Historic Downtown Hot Springs

  Physical

  Chrissy Egleston, Hot Springs Convention Center
  134 Convention Blvd
  Hot Springs, AR 71901

  501-321-2835
  cegleston@hotsprings.org
  www.hotsprings.org

  An open bathtub race that highlights the city's colorful history of "We Bathe the World," on World-famous Bathhouse Row in downtown Hot Springs. For complete set of rules, contact Hot Springs Convention Center. Must be 18 or older to participate. All entry fees will be donated to the Downtown Merchants Christmas Tree Fund.

  

• May 21, 2011, 24th Annual Old Fashion Plowing Demonstration, Pocahontas, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  24th Annual Old Fashion Plowing Demonstration

  
  
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  May 21, 2011

  Kelo Vista Park/Museum

  Physical

  Don Waterworth
  202 E. Church
  Pocahontas, AR 72455

  870-378-0285
  

  The 24th Annual Good Earth Association "Old Fashion Plowing Demonstration"

  Admission: Free

  

• May 21 - 22, 2011, Arkansas Disc Golf State Championships, North Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Arkansas Disc Golf State Championships

  
  
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  May 21 - 22, 2011

  Burns Park Disc Golf Course

  Physical

  Shannon Harris
  PO BOX 5511
  North Little Rock, AR 72118

  501-758-1424
  SHarris@northlittlerock.org
  www.sndg.org

  

• May 21 - November 6, 2011, South Logan County Farmer's Market, Booneville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  South Logan County Farmer's Market

  
  
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  May 21 - November 6, 2011

  Veteran's Park, behind City Hall

  Physical

  Trinity Damron
  210 East Main
  Booneville, AR 72927

  479-675-2666
  information1@booneville.com
  www.booneville.com

  Local vendors sell vegetables, fruits, herbs, fresh eggs, fresh flowers, exotic vegetables, plants and more. Wednesdays and Saturdays-7a.m. till...

  

• May 22, 2011, Arkansas Symphony's The Piano Men, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Arkansas Symphony's The Piano Men

  
  
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  May 22, 2011

  Robinson Center Music Hall

  Physical

  Arkansas Symphony Orchestra
  2417 North Tyler Street
  Little Rock, AR 72201

  501-666-1761
  www.ArkansasSymphony.org

  Sing us a song, Rocketman! Hear Jim Witter perform the toe-tapping super hits of Billy Joel and Elton John along with the ASO.

  Admission: Tickets start at $20. $10 for students.

  

• May 23, 2011, Terry’s Café Acoustic Bluegrass Jam Session, Paragould, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  Terry’s Café Acoustic Bluegrass Jam Session

  
  
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  May 23, 2011

  Terry’s Café, 201 S. Pruett Street

  Physical

  Gina Jarrett
  108 E. Emerson Street
  Paragould, AR 72450

  870-240-0544
  mainstr@paragould.net
  www.downtownparagould.com

  Every 4th Monday, Terry’s Café welcomes bluegrass enthusiasts for an acoustic jam session. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and close promptly at 6:45 p.m. just in time for KASU’s Bluegrass Mondays. The music is free, dinner specials are offered.

  Admission: free

  

• May 23, 2011, KASU's Bluegrass Monday, Paragould, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  KASU's Bluegrass Monday

  
  
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  May 23, 2011

  The Collins Theatre, 120 E. Emerson Street

  Physical

  Gina Jarrett
  108 E. Emerson Street
  Paragould, AR 72450

  870-240-0544
  mainstr@paragould.net
  www.downtownparagould.com

  Bluegrass comes to “the one and only downtown Paragould” thanks to KASU, ASU’s NPR station. On the 4th Monday of the month, nationally known bluegrass artists play at the Collins Theatre. The entertainment is free thanks to area sponsors.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 26 - 29, 2011, 14th Annual Augusta Days, Augusta, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  14th Annual Augusta Days

  
  
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  May 26 - 29, 2011

  Downtown

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  Cassie Johnson
  202 Walnut Street
  Augusta, AR 72006

  870-919-1184
  cassie002@centurytel.net
  www.augustaar.org

  Crafts, carnival, food vendors, gospel, community church, 5K and 1-mile fun walk. Live entertainment.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 27 - 28, 2011, 23rd Annual Mount Ida Good Ole Days, Mount Ida, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  23rd Annual Mount Ida Good Ole Days

  
  
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  May 27 - 28, 2011

  Courthouse Square

  Physical

  Maureen Walther
  Mount Ida Chamber of Commerce
  PO Box 6, 124 Hwy 270 West
  Mount Ida, AR 71957

  870-867-2723
  director@mtidachamber.com
  www.mtidachamber.com

  Antique Car and Motorcycle Show, arts & crafts, music all day. Front Porch Music 2-9 p.m. Gospel, country and bluegrass. Food vendors and kids rides and entertainment.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 27 - 28, 2011, Icelandic Sheep (Kindur) by TPO, Fayetteville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Icelandic Sheep (Kindur) by TPO

  
  
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  May 27 - 28, 2011

  Walton Arts Center

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  Alex Lee
  PO Box 3547
  Fayetteville, AR 72702

  479-443-5600
  alee@waltonartscenter.org
  www.waltonartscenter.org

  TPO, Italy’s leading children’s theater company who brought you The Butterfly Garden, is back at Walton Arts Center with a contemporary saga of two adventurous Icelandic sheep. This ecological fairytale incorporates pioneering sensor and motion-capture technology that transports audience members inside rarefied and refined scenery, where they interact with the magical sights and sounds of Iceland’s seasons.

  

• May 27 - 28, 2011, SWARHS Rodeo Finals , Texarkana, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  SWARHS Rodeo Finals

  
  
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  May 27 - 28, 2011

  Four States Fairgrounds

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  Four States Fair
  3700 E. 50th Street
  Texarkana , AR 71854

  870-773-2941
  fourstatesfair.com

  Southwest Arkansas High School Rodeo Finals

  

• May 27 - 28, 2011, 62nd Annual Fulton County Homecoming Festival, Salem, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  62nd Annual Fulton County Homecoming Festival

  
  
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  May 27 - 28, 2011

  Courthouse Square

  Physical

  Salem Chamber of Commerce
  PO Box 649
  Salem, AR 72576

  870-895-5565
  chamber@SalemAR.com
  www.SalemAR.com

  Street dance, fish fry, open street market, food, Apple Pie 5K run, Squirt Race, horseshoe pitching, parade, terrapin race, and music.

  Admission: Free

  

• May 27 - 29, 2011, 40th Annual Razorback Coin Show, Jacksonville, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  40th Annual Razorback Coin Show

  
  
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  May 27 - 29, 2011

  Jacksonville Community Center

  Physical

  Robert McIntire
  PO Box 546
  Jacksonville, AR 72078

  501-985-1663
  Mcintrcoll@aol.com
  

  Dealers from throughout the U.S. on hand buying and selling U.S. and foreign coins, medals, tokens currency, coin jewelry, gold and silver.

  Admission: $2

  

• May 27 - 29, 2011, 34th Annual Riverfest, Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More
  

  34th Annual Riverfest

  
  
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  May 27 - 29, 2011

  Arkansas River; Little Rock & North Little Rock

  Physical

  DeAnna Korte
  500 President Clinton Ave., Ste. 217
  Little Rock, AR 72201

  501-255-3378
  info@riverfestarkansas.com
  www.riverfestarkansas.com

  Riverfest is a celebration of visual and performing arts held annually over Memorial Day weekend on the banks of the Arkansas River in Little Rock and North Little Rock. Riverfest features six outdoor stages, children's entertainment, activities and more! The 2010 Riverfest Recycles program collected 17 tons of recyclable materials. The program encourages festivalgoers to keep recyclable plastic bottles and aluminum cans out of landfills by collecting them from the festival grounds and exchanging them for fun items at the Riverfest Recycles centers.

  Admission: $15 in advance while supplies last. Six and under free with an adult. Ages 7-10 $5 per day.

  

• May 27 - 30, 2011, Odd State Tennis Championships, North Little Rock, Email This Listing to a Friend | Map | View Details | Show More

  Odd State Tennis Championships