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5 places still available for archeology camp

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Monday, June 10th, 2013, 1:00pm
5 places still available for archeology camp

Looking for something for the kids to do this summer?

Then check out the archeology camp at Davidsonville Historic State Park.

During the camp, kids will learn about prehistoric and historic Arkansas through activities and travel.  They’ll participate in mock digs, make prehistoric tools, take a trip to the ASU museum and go on treasure hunts.

The three-day camp, which will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday June 12-14, is open to children 8-12 years of age.

Reservations are required.  The $75 registration fee includes travel, snacks and drinks.

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Darren Jay to perform at Bluesday Tuesday

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Monday, June 3rd, 2013, 1:57pm
Darren Jay to perform at Bluesday Tuesday

The following article was submitted by Regina Bowman, Arkansas State University:

KASU, the broadcasting service of Arkansas State University at 91.9 FM, presents Darren Jay and the Delta Souls at the Bluesday Tuesday concert on June 11, from 7-9 p.m. at the Newport Country Club, 703 Walker Drive, Newport, Ark.

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Civil War marker to be dedicated at Jacksonport

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Wednesday, May 29th, 2013, 8:00am
Civil War marker to be dedicated at Jacksonport

The Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission and the Jackson County Historical Society will dedicate a marker commemorating the 1862 shelling of Jacksonport, according to Betsy Watson, president of the historical society.

The dedication will be held on Sunday, June 2, the actual 151st anniversary of the shelling, at Jacksonport State Park at 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend this dedication. 

On June 2, 1862, Capt. Joseph Fry of the Confederate Navy, arrived at Jacksonport aboard his ship, the “Maurepas.”

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Festival to feature quilt show

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Friday, May 24th, 2013, 9:11am
Festival to feature quilt show

Some of the most beautiful and practical items of Ozark life will once again be on display during the 19th annual Old-Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival June 14 and 15 in downtown West Plains, Mo.

 

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Mike Dollins "Cruizing" to Bluesday Tuesday

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, 6:00am

 

For tonight's Bluesday Tuesday concert in Newport, KASU Radio brings back Mike Dollins and the Cruize Brothers.

The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Newport Country Club, 703 Walker Dr., and is free to the public. KASU will pass the hat for the band.

According to an email from Regina Bowman of Arkansas State University:

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Bert Worsencroft chosen 'May Artist of the Month'

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 8:00am
Bert Worsencroft chosen 'May Artist of the Month'

 

Ash Flat Library  cordially invites everyone to view the current art works on display now until the end of May as they present the May Artist of the Month: Bert Worsencroft.

Bert’s Fine Art America profile reveals he was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and grew up in Little Rock.  He graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Central Arkansas.

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Celebrate Mother's Day at outdoor women's workshop

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer
Monday, May 6th, 2013, 8:00am
Celebrate Mother's Day at outdoor women's workshop

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12.  This year, celebrate it with a little girl power time!

Learn skills practiced by Parkin females of the past at a workshop tailored specifically for today’s women.

Activities will include fire starting, clay digging, pottery making, Dutch Oven cooking (which will result in lunch) and more.

Find out how women lived day to day throughout time and learn a few new skills yourself. 

Get your girlfriends and mothers together and come be an outdoor woman Mothers’ Day Weekend!

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