Jan. 20
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Meeting
QUITMAN — The Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 7-8 will hold its first meeting at 1 p.m. at the Quitman Catfish Barn, 119 Rose Bud Road.
Jan. 21
Community Music Gathering
BATESVILLE — There will be a community music gathering from 6-8 p.m. at First Community Bank. All are welcome to attend the free event.
April in January
FAIRFIELD BAY — April Everett will present a program about framing and giclee printing from 10 a.m. to noon at Bayside Studio, 100 Greenwood Road. Participants will learn how to select a frame, how to be better at matting and framing, and how to get the best-quality prints from art or photography. Everett lives in Mountain View with her husband, Tom Everett. She has four grown children: a 21-year-old daughter, a 19-year-old son serving in the U.S. Marine Corps and two stepsons. The program, hosted by the North Central Arkansas Artist League, is free and open to the public.
Jan. 24
American Legion Post 71 Meeting
CABOT — Criswell-Robinson American Legion Post 71, 114 N. First St., will have its monthly membership meeting at 7 p.m., following a meal at 6 p.m. For more information, call Post 71 at (501) 203-5715.
Jan. 25
Batesville Chamber Meeting and Gala
BATESVILLE — The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Meeting and Gala at 6 p.m. at the Batesville Community Center. The event will include recognition of outstanding businesses and individuals in the community. Dinner and entertainment will follow, with the theme Friday Night Fever, featuring music and atmosphere of the ’70s. General-admission tickets, at $100, include dinner and entertainment. The event is sold out. For more information, contact Jamie Rayford at (870) 793-2378 or jamie.rayford@batesvilleareachamber.com.
Jan. 26
Spring River Associational Singing
CAVE CITY — The Spring River Associational Singing now meets on a quarterly basis, and the next event will be at 6 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, at the junction of Arkansas 230 and U.S. 167. All are invited to attend. For more information, call John R. Way, president, at (870) 283-3292.
Genealogy Program
BATESVILLE — Preserving Your Family’s Past will be the next genealogical topic presented by Brian Robertson at 10 a.m. in the second-floor Meeting Room of the Independence County Library, 267 E. Main St. Those who attend will be eligible to win a door prize. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library at (870) 793-8814 or email info@indcolib.com.
ONGOING
Master Gardener Classes
SEARCY — The University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service in White County is seeking applicants for its Master Gardener Program. A series of training classes will be conducted from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on five Thursdays — Feb. 21 and 28 and March 7, 14 and 21 — at the new Extension Service office, 802 Davis Drive. The program is open to anyone with a strong interest in gardening, a willingness to learn and a desire to educate others in recommended gardening practices. The cost of the training and materials is $75, which includes the first year’s dues. For more information, contact the White County Cooperative Extension Service at (501) 268-5394 or ssanders@uaex.edu.
BAAC Member Exhibition
BATESVILLE — The Batesville Area Arts Council presents the third annual BAAC Member Exhibition, on display at the BAAC Gallery on Main, 226 E. Main St., through Saturday. The exhibit features artwork from Karen Barker, Dustyn Bork, Ian Scott Campbell, Laura Crouch, John Ellis, Linda Gonzales, Aline McCracken, Merry A. McSpadden, Ruby Schaaf, Barbara Smock, Mark Turner, Robbie Turner and Marcia Wallace. Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.
Community Health Education Luncheon
BATESVILLE — White River Medical Center, 1710 Harrison St., hosts a Community Health Education luncheon the second Tuesday of each month in the Conference Center on the WRMC campus. The next event will take place at noon Feb. 12, with Dr. Bennett Rudorfer, a cardiologist, discussing ways for people to take care of their hearts. The event is free and open to the public.
Heber Springs TOPS Meetings
HEBER SPRINGS — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets each Monday at the Church of the Nazarene, Eighth and Quitman streets. Weigh-in begins at 7:30 a.m., and a support meeting emphasizing weight loss and healthy living takes place from 9:30-11 a.m. Prospective members are welcome to attend. Enter the church through the back entrance. For more information, call Geneva Earles at (501) 827-1243 or Janiece Brierly at (501) 250-5087.
Searcy Lions Club
SEARCY — The Searcy Lions Club meets at noon every Tuesday on the second floor of the Heritage Building at Harding University. The Lions Club raises funds for eye care and eyeglasses for White County residents who otherwise could not afford such care. New members are always welcome. For more information, visit the Searcy Lions Club on Facebook.
VFW Tuesday Night Bingo
QUITMAN — Tuesday Night Bingo takes place each week at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 1295 Bee Branch Road. Doors open at 5:30 for bonanzas, and regular play starts at 6:30 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call (501) 362-9979.
American Legion Friday Night Bingo
HEBER SPRINGS — Friday Night Bingo takes place each week at the American Legion Hall, 49 Park Road. Doors open at 5:30 for bonanzas, and regular play starts at 6:30 p.m. Food is available. For more information, call (501) 362-9979.
Cabot Lions Club Meetings
CABOT — The Cabot Lions Club meets at noon the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at Colton’s Steak House & Grill, 195 Northport Drive. All are invited to the meetings.
Free Brown-Bag Lunch
CABOT — The Mount Tabor United Methodist Church Women of Cabot serve a free brown-bag lunch at 11 a.m. each Thursday at the church, 4100 Arkansas 89 S. All are welcome. To volunteer or make a donation, call (501) 843-3797.
Bluegrass Music Night
HEBER SPRINGS — Heber Springs Christian Church, 1101 N. Broadway St., offers a bluegrass music night from 6:30-8:30 every Tuesday. Musicians are invited to participate. Free coffee is available. For more information, call the church at (501) 362-2389.
Beebe Kiwanis Club Meetings
BEEBE — The Beebe Kiwanis Club meets at noon the first and third Thursdays of each month in the Stephens Room of the Student Center at Arkansas State University-Beebe. Kiwanis is a volunteer organization with the mission of helping youth in the community. For more information, call Flo Fitch at (501) 230-2890 or Debra Crisco at (501) 454-3505.
Civitan Meetings
CABOT — Civitan meets at 6 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at First Security Bank in downtown Cabot. Civitan is an organization that provides training and support for people with developmental disabilities.
Opportunity for Bridge Players
BEEBE — Bridge players are needed at 1 p.m. Wednesdays at the Shepherd’s Center at Beebe United Methodist Church, 302A N. Main St. Beginners are welcome. For more information, call (501) 843-2930.
Beebe Caregivers Support Group
BEEBE — The Beebe Caregivers Support Group meets at 3 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Shepherd’s Center at Beebe United Methodist Church, 302A N. Main St. For more information, call Sandra Garrett at (501) 940-4021.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
CABOT — The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets at 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Cabot United Methodist Church, 2003 S. Pine St. For more information, call (501) 265-0027.
Republicans Meetings
NEWPORT — The Jackson County Republicans meet at 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month at Merchants and Planters Bank, 915 Arkansas 367 N. For more information, call Jeff McDonald at (870) 731-7646.
Upcoming
Cabot AARP Meeting and Potluck
CABOT — The Cabot AARP chapter will have its monthly meeting and potluck supper at 6 p.m. Jan. 28 in the upstairs community room of the Veterans Park Community Center. The program will include a discussion of the importance of exercise for seniors and a short demonstration. Officers for 2019 will be installed. Members and those interested in membership are encouraged to attend.
Goodsell Truck Accessories Founder Party
JACKSONVILLE — All are invited to the 90th-birthday celebration for Odes Goodsell, the founder of Goodsell Truck Accessories, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 29 at Goodsell Truck Accessories, 401 Municipal Drive. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call the store at (501) 982-2245.
Sterling Scholar’s Presentation
FAIRFIELD BAY — The Fairfield Bay Community Education Center, 130 Village Lane, Suite 5E, will continue its Sterling Scholar’s monthly presentations for the Rotary Club lunches. Pat Guin of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma will present information about the Native American Seed Exchange from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 6. at the Indian Hills Little Red Restaurant during the Rotary Club meeting. The club meets the first Wednesday of the month. The event is open to the public, and purchase of lunch is optional. For more information, call the center at (501) 884-4440 or visit the Fairfield Bay Community Education Center Facebook page.
Father-Daughter Snowflake Ball
SEARCY — The Distinguished Young Women of Arkansas Scholarship Program will have its Father-Daughter Snowflake Ball from 6-8:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Searcy Country Club. Tickets are $40 for a father and daughter, then $15 for each additional child. For more information or tickets, call Terri Pate at (501) 283-0999.
Wilderness Survival Hike
POCAHONTAS — Davidsonville Historic State Park, 7953 Arkansas 166 S., will offer a Wilderness Survival Hike from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 9. Participants will meet on the Visitor Center Porch, then take a morning hike designed to teach basic wilderness survival skills. Hikers should dress for the weather and bring water and snacks. For more information, call the park at (870) 892-4708.
Batesville Indoor Triathlon II
BATESVILLE — The city of Batesville Parks and Recreation Department will host the Batesville Indoor Triathlon II on Feb. 16 at the Batesville Community Center. The triathlon consists of a 250-yard swim, a 6-mile bike tour, and a 1 1/2-mile run. All legs of the race will be timed. Waves of 10 will begin every 30 minutes, starting at 8 a.m. Event check-in and packet pickup are at 7 a.m. Registration is open, and all registered by Feb. 3 will receive an event T-shirt. Registration is $30 each or $25 for Community Center members. The deadline to enter is 5 p.m. Feb. 15. Sign up at www.batesvilleparks.com or at the Community Center front desk.
First Responder Course
BATESVILLE — The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville will offer a First Responder course, a prerequisite to EMT Basic Training, from 5-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 19 to March 28, in Room 926 of the Nursing Allied Health Building on campus. The course fee is $125, and the textbook at the UACCB Bookstore costs approximately $133, plus tax. For more information or to register, call (870) 612-2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.
Leather Crafting Workshop
POCAHONTAS — Davidsonville Historic State Park, 7953 Arkansas 166 S., will offer a Leather Crafting Workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 23 at the park’s Education Center. The cost is $10, and registration is required. For more information, call the park at (870) 892-4708.
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