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Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism If quilts are your passion, northwest Arkansas has four spring showings to fit your niche interest. A juried and judged exhibit featuring the work of today’s most talented quilt-makers is currently on display through April 20 at the Peel Mansion in Bentonville. Dresden Plate: New Quilts from an Old Favorite is an exhibit of 18 quilts by quilt-makers from all over the world. Admission is $2. For more information, phone 479-273-9664 or visit www.peelmansion.org. Springtime in the Ozarks: Floral Quilts from the Enfield Collection is an exhibit of mid-1900s quilts, which featured the light, bright colors of spring in a variety of floral-inspired patterns. Samplings of such quilts along with a display of quilting ephemera such as patterns and sewing tools are on display now through April 28 at the Rogers Historical Museum in Rogers. Admission is free. For more information, phone 479-621-1154 or visit www.rogersarkansas.com/museum. On display from April 9-Oct. 27 at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History in Springdale will be 20th Century Quilts, an exhibit of quilts from the 1900s. Admission is free. For more information, phone 479-750-8165 and visit www.springdaleark.org/shiloh. More than 200 quilts will be on display April 14-15 at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Springdale for the Tomorrow’s Heirloom XI Q.U.I.L.T. Show. The event will include a judged show, special exhibits, small quilt auction, merchant mall, demonstrations and a book signing by Nora Cope. Also offered will be classes and lectures by Marsha McClosky, Patti Russell and Tony Munoz. Admission will be $5. The show is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., April 14 and from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., April 15. For more information, phone Stella Day at 479-636-8058 and visit www.quiltguildnwa.org. ***************************************** Registration for the 2007 spring quarter of Museum School classes at the Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock is now underway. Classes will be held through June 9 with sign-up continuing until classes are full. Topics to be covered this session include art appreciation and art history, drawing, jewelry, painting, darkroom-based photography, digital photography, pottery/clay, theater and woodworking. Beginning, intermediate and advanced level classes for children, teens and adults will focus on the fundamentals needed for advancement of artistic technique. New classes and workshops being offered include Polaroid Manipulations, Intermediate Digital Photography – Mastering Photographic Techniques and Drawer Making – Show Us Your Drawers. A special artist workshop with David Dahlstedt, owner of Mountain View Pottery, will be held Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20. New children’s classes will be Draw It, Paint It, Sculpt It for Ages 6 – 9 and Ceramics for Ages 9 -14. Home-school students’ workshops include Art Exploration Day for Ages 6 – 9 Friday, April 20 and Master Makers for Ages 9 – 14 Friday, April 18. Museum School classes are offered to children of all ages after school and on weekends. To obtain a class schedule or to register, call 501-396-0353 or visit www.arkarts.com. *****************************************
Rich Mountain has a wonderful variety of wildflowers, and spring is the time to see them. April 6-29 marks April in Bloom in Mena at Queen Wilhelmina State Park. Spring not only decorates the park with wildflowers, but also adds songbirds and butterflies migrating into the area. Join the park staff for guided hikes, demonstrations and other programs as the beauty of spring bursts forth on the mountain. Visitors find incredible vistas in the 460-acre park and along the well-traveled Talimena Scenic Drive. The park has several hiking trails, including the Ouachita Trail that runs from Talihina, Okla., all the way to Little Rock. Call 479-394-2863 or visit www.queenwilhelmina.com for more information. ***************************************** Riders of all experience levels are invited to participate in the annual Ozark Mountain Bike Festival set for April 7-8 at Devil’s Den State Park near West Fork. The event offers a weekend of guided bike rides in the park and the surrounding Ozark National Forest. Other activities will include an evening social. Admission is free. For a detailed schedule of events, contact the park at 479-761-3325. ***************************************** A free festival celebrating the heritage of Calhoun County will take place April 13-14 in Hampton during the 16th Annual Hogskin Holidays Festival & Pork Cook-Off. The festival will include family entertainment, barbeque cook-off, carnival, pig races, vintage tractors, quilt show, arts & crafts, children's tractor pull, old photos, a car and motorcycle show, horse shoes, good food, rodeo and family fun for all. Hampton is located in the Timberlands region of the state, an area rich in natural resources. Each year, thousands of sportsmen descend upon Southern Arkansas to hunt deer in what is considered the best deer hunting region in the state. They also come in search of lunker bass that reside in the area's legendary lakes and rivers. For more information on the festival, phone 870-798-2100. ***************************************** The 19th annual Ozark UFO Conference, set for April 13-15 at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center in Eureka Springs, will include lectures and audio-visual presentations on all aspects of UFOs. There will be researchers, authors and vendors of UFO-related items. Speakers will include: ˇ Timothy Good, British researcher and author, whose latest book “Need to Know” examines military and intelligence interest in the subject. ˇ Richard Dolan, whose book “UFOs and the National Security State” explores the role of governments in researching and containing UFO reports. ˇ Linda Moulton Howe, author of “Mysterious Lights and Crop Circles” and an award-winning documentary producer and radio science reporter, with an update on various kinds of unexplained phenomena. ˇ Wendelle Stevens, retired Air Force Lt. Colonel, presenting cases of claimed contact with extraterrestrial beings in various countries. ˇ Nancy Talbott, researcher specializing in the examination of physical evidence with reports of strange phenomena taking place in Poland, Holland and elsewhere. ˇ Joe Lewels, author of “The God Hypothesis,” exploring the themes set forth in his latest book “Rulers of The Earth.” ˇ Terry Hansen discussing press coverage of the UFO subject as explored in his book “The Missing Times.” ˇ Sam Maranto, Illinois State Director of the Mutual UFO Network, presenting a detailed report on the recent UFO sighting at O’Hare Airport, plus other similar cases. ˇ Jim Sparks, who claims to have had experiences with two types of extraterrestrial beings, as reported in his book “The Keepers.” Admission starts at $45 through April 9 and $50 per person at the door. For more information, phone 501-354-2558 or visit www.ozarkufo.com. ***************************************** Spring Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs runs through April 13-15. In addition to the town’s usual fine dining, lodging, outdoor activities and attractions, many special events are planned for this weekend geared toward celebrating diversity. Returning this year, Gayco, a hysterical comedy troupe born from members of Chicago’s famous “Second City” will offer two performances. Activities will include Diversity Bikers contests and poker run, a retro dance, a princess welcome mixer and more. For more event details and resources for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex community and their straight friends, family and allies, visit www.diversitypride.com and www.eurekapride.com or phone Deborah Rose at 479-253-2555. ***************************************** A free family event, EAS RazorFest will take place April 14 at Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville. As part of the event, Fan Appreciation Day runs from 10 a.m. - noon at the Willard and Pat Walker Indoor Pavilion. University of Arkansas players, coaches and cheerleaders will sign autographs and be available for photographs. The Energizer Pep Rally will be from noon - 12:30 p.m. at the north parking lot of the Broyles Athletic Complex. The rally will include giveaways, cheerleaders, spirit competitions, music and more. Free family activities for all ages will be offered from noon - 7:30 p.m., at the north parking lot of the Sunflower Group Family Pavilion. Activities will include the “Dallas Cowboys on Tour” Hall of Fame Museum; Wheaties Sports Zone; Wal-Mart Peak Performance Zone; Post-it Picture Paper Zone NASCAR and Fishing Simulators; Coca-Cola Chill Zone; Novartis Rhythm & Motion zone Cadbury-Adams Fitness Village; Celebrate Magazine Team Dance USA Stage; BMW Concourse; JB Hunt Transport KidZ Park; Right Guard Xtreme BMX Stunt Team; Disney Club House; Old Spice Dry Dock Main Stage; Spalding Challenge Zone; EAS Fuel Your Passion Zone; Toddler Zone, concerts, games, mascots, rides, giveaways and more. Former Razorbacks will play a 7-on-7 game from 1-4 p.m. The Arkansas Razorback Spring Red-White Game will kick off at 6 p.m. The event is organized by Champions for Kids, a support and advocacy center for youth organizations, of Fayetteville. Proceeds from the event provide matching grants and support services to Arkansas nonprofits who serve kids. For more information, visit www.championsforkids.org. ***************************************** The 12th Annual Railroadiana Show and Sale will take place April 14 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Arkansas Railroad Museum in Pine Bluff. Railroad memorabilia, model trains, track and accessories and all scales will be represented. There will be working modular layouts by model railroad clubs as well as door prizes. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children 6-12 and children under 6 get in free. Railroad memorabilia from various Arkansas railroads will be on display at the museum including a restored steam locomotive 819 and a 4-8-4 built in Pine Bluff in 1942. There is also a full-sized railroad on-site with railroad equipment, old railroad cars and locomotives. For more information on the event, phone 870-535-8819. ***************************************** The Fort Smith Museum of History will host a Mad Hatter's Tea Party from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, April 15 in Fort Smith. A one-day exhibit of fabulous hats dating from the 1800s through modern times will be on display. The Mad Hatter and Alice invite you for a decidedly unorthodox Victorian tea complete with finger sandwiches, hot beverages and desserts. Hats are optional. A fundraiser, the cost of the event is $15 for adults and $7.50 for children under 12. For more information, phone 479-783-7841. ***************************************** The St. Andrews Ballroom of the Chenal Country Club will be the site of the 3rd Annual S'mores in the City, April 20. This adults-only fundraiser benefits Girl Scout troops in central and southeast Arkansas. There will be a silent auction, live entertainment by Shannon Boshears plus the center of attention – unique desserts created by area chefs utilizing Girl Scout cookies. Hours are from 7-11 p.m., and the country club is located at 10 Chenal Club Boulevard in West Little Rock. Admission is $50. For more information call 800-632-6894, e-mail mpoland@gsocar.org or check the Girl Scouts Ouachita Council Web site: www.gsocar.org. ***************************************** April is set to be a landmark month for Hot Springs National Park. It marks the 175th anniversary of the creation of the parks forerunner, Hot Springs Reservation. The anniversary will be celebrated with free special events and activities April 20-22. The park holds title to being the oldest in the nation and is 40 years older than Yellowstone National Park. To pay tribute to this, the theme of the anniversary is The Birth of the Conservation Movement. The park has come a long way since it was designated a reserve April 20, 1832. It evolved from a signature in Washington, D.C. to one of the premier spa resorts in the world. For further details on the anniversary, phone 501-623-2824 or visit www.nps.gov/hosp/. ***************************************** Over 50 nationally known authors will showcase their works during the 4th annual Arkansas Literary Festival April 20-22. Fiction, non-fiction, short stories plus books for kids and teens will be featured at the event which is dedicated to the late Lieutenant Governor Win Rockefeller who served as honorary chairman from 2004 to 2006. It will be held at various River Market locations in downtown Little Rock. Some of the activities scheduled include appearances by National Public Radio’s “The Book Guys” Thursday, April 19 and Nikki Giovanni at Philander Smith College Auditorium Friday, April 20 along with additional author sessions, musical entertainment, a Book Fair and exhibits. Special fundraisers include the Children’s Breakfast on Saturday and Roland on the River featuring White House Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier. For a complete list of authors and information about their work, along with a detailed schedule of events, check www.arkansasliteraryfestival.org/. ***************************************** The sound of bagpipes will echo through the Ozarks again this spring, as Lyon College in Batesville hosts the 28th Annual Arkansas Scottish Festival April 20-22. The festival features a vast array of events and exhibits, a kilted golf tournament, food vendors offering traditional Scottish dishes and, of course, bagpipes. The festival also features an annual student talent competition, as well as athletic, individual piping and drumming and Highland dancing competitions. For more information, contact Lyon College at 870-698-4298 or visit the festival Web site at http://www.lyon.edu/webdata/groups/shp/asf/festival07/. ***************************************** Hampson Archeological Museum State Park in Wilson will host a Primitive Pottery Pinch-Pot Workshop April 21. Learn how to make pinch-pots during the hands-on demonstration and take home your finished pot at the end of the workshop. The class is for beginners, ages five and up. The workshop is limited to 20 participants. To register or for more information, contact Hampson Archeological Museum State Park at 870-655-8622 or visit their Web site at www.ArkansasStateParks.com. ***************************************** April 21 is the date for Blues on the River to be held at North Little Rock’s North Shore Riverwalk. Sponsored by radio stations KOKY and Power 92, there will be tons of music and food. Gates open at 2 p.m. Mel Waiters, Lenny Williams, Jeff Floyd, J. Blackfoot and many other Blues performers are scheduled to appear. A variety of foods and beverages will be available. Admission is $20. Ticket and VIP seating information can be obtained by calling 501-443-0102 or checking www.koky.com/. ***************************************** Get away from the city lights and take advantage of two Arkansas State Parks to gaze at the stars in April. A Star Party will be held from 8-10 p.m., April 21 at Mount Nebo State Park near Dardanelle. Join guest speaker Observatory Director at Arkansas Tech University Jeff Robertson and get an astronomical view through a telescope during this event. For more information, phone 479-229-3655. The I’m Seeing Stars program will take place April 21 at Withrow Springs State Park near Huntsville. Meet at the Crossbow Pavilion and join members of the Astronomical Society of Northwest Arkansas to view spectacular sights in the universe. Participants will use telescopes to observe stars, constellations, galaxies and planets that are light years away. Contact the park at 479-559-2593 for exact times and details. Admission is free to both events, which are weather dependent. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. ***************************************** The 6th Annual Jump!Jive!& Jam Fest! will happen April 26-28 in Texarkana. The best in the arts and entertainment scene will be showcased during this three-day event. There will be three stages of non-stop music featuring national and international stars along with numerous local and regional groups. The Grammy Award-winning John Popper and Blues Traveler highlight the music offered. Also on site will be an artist’s bazaar, children and family programming and a Burger Cook-Off. Geographically located on the border of Texas and Arkansas, Texarkana is composed of two cities with the same name. The cities are unique in that they are connected by a man-made border-State Line Avenue-which runs through the center of Texarkana. For more information on the event, call 903-792-4992. ***************************************** Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park will offer a Guided Canoe Tour of Mound Pond April 28 from 1-2:30 p.m. The placid pond provides the perfect setting for those wishing to learn how to canoe. Following the instruction class, participants will explore Mound Pond used by the Plum Bayou Culture over 1,000 years ago. No prior canoeing experience is necessary and families are welcome. Space is limited so advance reservations are required. Price is $7.50 for adults and $5 for children. Either e-mail the park at toltecmounds@arkansas.com or call 501-961-9442 for more information. Toltec is located approximately 25 miles southeast of Little Rock at Scott. ***************************************** The Arkansas River Valley Arts Center will host the largest family oriented, multi-disciplinary arts event in its 25 year history Saturday, April 28. With a combination of visual and performing arts, pARTy in the Park: An Art Round-up will create a day full of fun, entertainment and visual excitement for the whole family. Plans are to fill Russellville City Park
with special activities for all ages and abilities from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m. There is no admission charge and many of the activities are free. For more information, contact Betty LaGrone at 479-968-2452. Have a comment? Please e-mail us. ŠThe Voice 2007 Revised 01/13/2008 03:25:22 PM — http://www.uamont.edu/Organizations/TheVoice/4_22/travel.htm |
