Jan. 31
Shrek: The Musical Auditions
BENTON — The Royal Players will hold auditions for Shrek: The Musical at 6 p.m. at the Royal Theatre, 111 S. Market St. All auditioners need to be at least 7 years old and are asked to prepare a song that best features their vocal ability and personality. For more information, call (501) 317-6314.
Men’s Village Garden Club Meeting
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Men’s Village Garden Club will meet at 8:30 a.m. at Village United Methodist Church. The program, Antique Roses, will be presented by Bill Goodwin. For more information, email mvgc@gmail.com.
Feb. 2
Startup Small Talk Seminar
ARKADELPHIA — The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center at Henderson State University will conduct a business startup seminar from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Community Education Center, 640 S. Sixth St. The free seminar will feature experts presenting information regarding traditional lending, legal advice and startup experiences. For more information or to reserve seating, call (870) 230-5184.
Village Pines Garden Club Meeting
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Village Pines Garden Club of Hot Springs will meet at 11 a.m. in the Coronado Community Center. The speaker will be Sharon Prislipsky. For more information, call (501) 915-8933.
Feb. 3
Women’s Welcome Club Meeting
HOT SPRINGS — The Hot Springs Women’s Welcome Club will meet at 11:30 a.m. at the Hot Springs Country Club for a luncheon and business meeting. For more information, call (501) 276-3495.
Feb. 4
President’s Concert
ARKADELPHIA — The Henderson State University Department of Music will honor Mae Whipple posthumously at the school’s annual President’s Concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Russell Fine Arts Harwood Recital Hall. The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, call (870) 230-5348.
Feb. 4-7, 11-14
Cheaper by the Dozen
BENTON — The Royal Players will present Cheaper by the Dozen at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. Feb. 7 at The Royal Theatre, 111 S. Market St. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for students. Additional shows will be at 7 p.m. Feb. 11-13 and at 2 p.m. Feb. 14. For more information or to reserve seating, visit the royalplayers.ticketleap.com.
Ongoing
Arkadelphia Arts Center Exhibit
ARKADELPHIA — The Arkadelphia Arts Center will present its February art exhibit, A Black History Celebration, through Feb. 27. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, call (870) 403-8216.
Merry Mixers Dance Club
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Merry Mixers Dance Club meets from 7-10 p.m. the first Saturday of the month. A lesson is held for beginners at 7 p.m. on the third Saturday, followed by dancing from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Dances are $10 per person. For more information, call (501) 915-8111.
Art Exhibit
HOT SPRINGS — The Justus Fine Art Gallery will present work by Matthew Hasty, Robyn Horn, Dolores Justus, Tony Saladino and Dan Thornhill, along with a selection of original prints by Kristin DeGeorge, at 827A Central Ave. through today. For more information, call (501) 321-2335.
Hot Springs Ukulele Club
HOT SPRINGS — The Hot Springs Ukulele Club meets from 2-4 p.m. each Tuesday at Cranford’s Village Pantry grocery store on Arkansas 5, east of the East Gate to the Village. No experience is needed. For more information, call (207) 844-1350.
Toastmasters Meetings
BENTON — The Saline County Toastmasters meet at 12:05 p.m. Thursdays at Mount Carmel United Methodist Church. For more information, call (501) 454-9596.
Rhythmic Interactive Percussion
HOT SPRINGS — The Rhythmic Interactive Percussion musical event takes place from 5-9 p.m. Sundays at Kenneth Adair Park, 358 Central Ave. Participation is encouraged as ensemble members pass out drums, tambourines, maracas and more to audience members. Many weeks, belly dancers, hula-hoopers, poi ball artists and martial artists perform. For more information, call (714) 273-6464.
Ageless Bikers Club
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Ageless Bikers Club has eight different bike rides that are 16 to 23 miles. The rides, which are at 1 p.m., are on quiet, paved country roads, but two rides have up to 3 miles of dirt roads. No one is left behind, and the riders stop often to regroup and socialize. Several rides are “out and back,” so the beginner can turn back for a shorter ride. For more information, visit www.hsvabc.weebly.com, or contact John at (501) 922-0022 or gjstett1@gmail.com.
Upcoming
Cupid’s Dinner Theater
BENTON — Civitan Services will present Cupid’s Dinner Theater from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Benton Event Center, 17322 Interstate 30. The fundraiser will feature food from Dinner’s Ready and a romantic comedy presented by The Royal Players. There will also be an art auction of original client artwork during intermission, with 20 percent of the proceeds going to The Royal Players. Tickets are $40 for individuals, $75 for couples and $350 for a table for 10. For more information or to order tickets, call (501) 776-0691.
To submit a school or community event for the Tri-Lakes Calendar of Events, mail information to Calendar of Events, Tri-Lakes Edition, P.O. Box 2221, Little Rock, AR 72203; fax (501) 378-3500; or email tlnews@arkansasonline.com. The deadline for calendar-item submissions is noon Tuesday for Sunday editions.