Bill of Rights Under Attack

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Bill of Rights Under Attack

1 Comment 08 December 2011

To the Editor,

Photo by Blair Jackson: Alexis Wilks and Brian Foster protested the Defense Authorization Act at the corner of College Ave. and Dickson St. earlier this week.

The mainstream media has been relatively silent on an insidious provision of the $662 billion Defense Authorization Act. This defense spending bill has attached to it a rider that virtually abolishes the Bill of Rights beyond what the Patriot Act has already done.
Last week, the United States Senate added this language into the DAA that erodes civil liberties for Americans specifically, and passed it with an overwhelming supermajority of93 votes. This legislation allows the military to arrest American citizens without charge and detain them indefinitely with no access to the court system, in a manner similar to what has happened at Guantanamo Bay. It also creates conditions where torture is very likely.

 

The Senators claim that this measure is intended to fight terrorism, but the language in the law is vague and ripe for abuse. It is important to know that similar legislation has been passed in American political history to target dissenting citizens, such as during World War I when thousands of anti-war activists were arrested and imprisoned for what should have been protected speech. There is a real danger that this law could ultimately be utilized for those purposes.

It is possible that this new law is a reaction to growing concern in the military industrial-Wall Street corporate complex about the Occupy Wall Street movement. This could be an additional coercive tool to control this political force before it becomes any more threatening to the status quo plutocratic corruption.

In fact, the City of London Police recently labeled Occupy activists in London as domestic terrorist extremists, so it is easy to see how this law could be used to silence dissent and free speech. All the government needs to do is call activists “terrorists” then they can be arrested without charge, detained indefinitely with no access to trial and potentially even tortured or assassinated.  Who would ever know if there was any hard evidence that you were or were not actually a “terrorist?”

Although the DAA easily passed the Senate, it has not passed the House yet and President Obama has stated he may veto it. However, this issue is of such vital importance that we need to do everything we can to educate our fellow citizens about this, so that we may all be inspired to help put pressure on lawmakers to reject this erosion of civil liberties.

Please call or email your representatives and ask them to reject the $662 billion Defense Authorization Act. Everyone must agree that protection of civil liberties is important, even if we do not agree that this massive military and oil war spending bill is an extreme waste of taxpayer dollars.

Abel Tomlinson
Fayetteville

Bordino’s Happy Hour

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Bordino’s Happy Hour

No Comments 08 December 2011

Something for Everyone

Bordino’s Restaurant

Fine Dining, Wine & Martini Bar

310 W. Dickson Street

Fayetteville, AR 72701

Phone: (479) 527-6795

Atmosphere
Classy, but not intimidating, the Bordino’s bar offers a mellow, sophisticated mood with dim lighting and an excellent attention to detail.

Quality
At $5 a pop for well-made cocktails, you get more for your money after 9 p.m. and all day on Fridays.

 

Retrotini

Sold as the “Man’s Cosmo,” the gin-based cocktail is a knockout. Smooth, smooth, smooth — this is an excellent alternative to overly sweet or fruity cocktails. The only gin drink I have ever enjoyed, the Retrotini is crisp and sweet, with white cranberry and orange curacao. It is as clean and refreshing as a Shirley Temple on a summer day. The drink comes garnished with craisins for aesthetics. It can be ordered without the garnish to keep the appearance of a straight up martini. Ladies, this drink is for you too. Deliciousness has no gender identity.

 

 

Bulleit Press

Infused with bing cherries, the bourbon is mixed with equal parts of seven and soda and served with a lemon wedge. The sweetness of the cherries is balanced by the citrus of the soda, and if you add the juice from the garnish, the cocktail is transformed into a drink that offers refreshment of Arnold Palmer proportions. Non-bourbon drinkers, be warned, this is a stout drink.

 

 

 

French Martini

In another classic cocktail, pineapple juice is used to imitate the taste of cake, lending a sweet tartness to the mix. Made with mandarin vodka and raspberry liqueur, there is no bite in this martini, only sweetness. This is one dangerously sweet cocktail, evoking the taste of raspberry cheesecake.

 

 

 

 

Key Lime Martini

Attention all those who love a sweet, sweet cocktail: if you haven’t tasted the sensation that is whipped cream vodka, get with the program. In the Key Lime Martini, the rich, creamy sweetness of whipped cream vodka is paired with freshly squeezed lime juice, making this martini a great balance between sweet and tart.

 

 

 

 

The Classic Manhattan

Made with Seagrams VO, this drink is not for the faint of heart. With sweet vermouth and bitters, this is one of my all-time favorites of the classic martinis. It can also be ordered on the rocks.

 

 

 

 

 

Chocolate Martini

Bordino’s version of this common cocktail carries a bit of a bite, but is drowned out by sweet frothiness of milk and cream. The standout feature of this drink is the chocolate drizzled on the glass, which is a special chocolate sauce made by the Bordino’s pastry chef. You can jazz up the cocktail by adding mint, raspberry, hazelnut or butterscotch flavoring. Unless you hanker for a chocolate martini the way The Dude thirsts for White Russians, I would suggest being more adventurous.

 

 

 

 

The Bird Dog

This drink evokes a range of sensations: sweet, salty and bitter. Made with coconut rum and served in a rocks glass with a salted rim, this drink has too many sensations to bear at once. I asked for a splash of lime juice to make this drink bearable. I hear that people who like grapefruit juice actually enjoy the Bird Dog, but my personal experience puts it at the bottom of the list.

 

 

Chocolate Cake and Cellulite

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Chocolate Cake and Cellulite

No Comments 22 November 2011

by Blair Jackson on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 11:17pm

Yes, I am eating my entire birthday cake by myself.

Call it twenty-six.

Call it pathetic.

Call it what you will.

I will call it delicious.

And with each bite, I think of my mom, who baked this cake for me.

And I’m glad that she didn’t go to Rick’s bakery to get a fancy cake with too-sweet icing.

I’m glad she baked it herself and used my favorite frosting — the kind I used to dip my fingers into when I was a kid.

And I’m glad that my mom was the kind of mom who let me dip my fingers in the icing.

I’m glad she was the kind of mom who never, ever said a word about my weight.

So here’s what I’m thinking, after eating my piece of chocolate cake, waiting to edit the final pages of The Free Weekly.

Who cares if you get fat?

Oh, it’s health you’re worried about?

For some of you, perhaps.

But if you’re like me, it’s staring at the cover of the summer tabloid at the checkout line, mentally quaking at the cellulite dotting the legs of ill-proportioned celebrities.  The flabby arms, the bloated bellies — and the neon splash across the page that says “LOOK WHO’S FAT AND DISGUSTING!”

And guess what WORLD, I’m a size zero to size two; and I HAVE CELLULITE.

Yes, because I eat chocolate cake.

Yes, because I live at a desk.

And YES, one day, I may be weeded out because the evolutionary model will see me as a weak link.

But, I stand before you now — no, let’s be honest, I’m sitting, perpetually sitting — saying if I EVER care about my weight, it will be because I want to be healthy, NOT because I’m afraid of you seeing my bare ass.

Because 1) I have no delusions about my celebrity standing and 2) Don’t Care.

SO EAT CAKE, BOYS AND GIRLS! And effing enjoy it. Or it’s not worth the Mama who made it.

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Horoscopes

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Horoscopes

No Comments 10 November 2011

Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

ARIES: Your natural passionate love has experienced a few setbacks or separations, or a coldness has come over your relationships, which is best thought of as introducing practicality in relationships. Allow certainty to guide you so impulsiveness doesn’t prevail.
TAURUS: It’s important to have physical closeness at this time with someone, even a special pet. Venus watches over you, providing a sense of intelligent well-being. Without love you can droop a bit, feeling out of contact. Money should come your way. Look at art.
GEMINI: None of your friends or partners consider life with you boring. The purpose of your dual nature is to provide two realities to humanity, a sense of polarity, of this and that, so humanity can observe two sides of all issues.
CANCER: Tending and caring for the well-being of everyone is your task due to your extreme sensitivity toward humanity and the life process.
LEO: You’re able to captivate the hearts and minds of everyone, shower others with intense love while needing complete attention in return. In between these dramatic interludes, tend carefully to money and resources, saving for a later time of unusual need.
VIRGO: On the surface you seem quiet, poised, calm, collected and rather cool. Inside you’re a vessel of passion. Never criticize, never compare, always praise.
LIBRA: You love being with others. You love a crowd of humanity working together. You love beauty, recognizing it (or its potential) everywhere.
SCORPIO: Saturn will lessen the intensity of emotions. You’ll be less consumed by passions and more directed toward developing the mind. You’re increasing in balance and poise now.
SAGITTARIUS: Your extreme idealizations can sometimes create havoc with life’s realities filled with paradoxes and emotional vicissitudes. You see the potential for goodness in everyone. In relationships you believe all needs will be met. You gaze at the stars; you have faith and practice positive thinking.
CAPRICORN: Your true nature is artistic, imaginative and inventive. Often, being quiet and subdued as you traditionally are, others don’t recognize your true light. Over time this will change as the spotlight swings toward your accomplishments.
AQUARIUS: You will look at your work in the world and wonder at its connectivity with others. This connection with humanity is your life’s purpose. You know that “contact releases Love.” Often we find you alone in an endeavor you have created. Always you must have freedom of movement and of choice. Always you need friends around. Be very vigilant and alert with finances. Be responsible with them.
PISCES: You have empathy and compassion. Often you see the potential in others and feel it’s your responsibility to bring that potential forward. Sometimes you take lovers (or friends) who are “potentials.” After a time you become disappointed. You realized the potential, not the reality. You turn away. Your watery sign hovers around Neptune and Chiron. Anything held out to you dissolves. You stand alone. Here you grow.

11/3-11/10

Events, Live Music, Uncategorized

11/3-11/10

No Comments 03 November 2011

THURSDAY, NOV. 3

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Jason Boland & The Stragglers, American Aquarium

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Mo Brothers

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Clint Scrivner

Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville: Sarah Hughes

Rowdy Beaver, Eureka Springs: Karaoke with Tiny

Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Aerosault

FRIDAY, NOV. 4 

Candy Lee is back in Northwest Arkansas!

Arsaga’s Crossover, Fayetteville: Amanda Cramer

The Bayou, Rogers: Bad Karma

Downstream Casino, Quapaw, Okla.: Pearl

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Ultra Suede, Leah & the Mojo Doctors, Corey Smith, Florida Georgia Line

Goodfolk, Fayetteville: Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen

Greenhouse Grille, Fayetteville: Lacy Morris Duo

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Arkansas Brothers

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Vikki McGhee

Rowdy Beaver, Eureka Springs: Cloud 9

Rowdy Beaver Den, Eureka Springs: Bob Alder

Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Cletus Got Shot

The Wine Cellar, Fayetteville: Jovan Arellano

SATURDAY, NOV. 5

Arsaga’s Crossover, Fayetteville: Brian Ellis

Downstream Casino, Quapaw, Okla.: Beer & Chicken Band, Scott Ellison

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Harvest Moon Ultimate Frisbee Party

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Vikki McGhee

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Arkansas Brothers

Jose’s, Fayetteville: Ocie Fisher Band, Ashlyn Metheny

Legacy Blues Lounge, Fayetteville: RJ Mischo

Rowdy Beaver, Eureka Springs: Toto aJojo

Rowdy Beaver Den, Eureka Springs: Bob Alder

Rowdy Beaver, Fayetteville: Charliehorse

Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Matt Smith Group

SUNDAY, NOV. 6

Common Grounds, Fayetteville: Sarah Hughes

Copeland’s, Rogers: Claudia Burson Trio

Emelia’s Kitchen, Fayetteville: Drew Packard and Friends Jazz

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Ryan Montbleau

Greenhouse Grille, Fayetteville: Pat Pathoumthong
Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville: Shannon Wurst

Rowdy Beaver, Fayetteville: Catfish Jackson

Terra Studios, Fayetteville: Emily Kaitz

MONDAY, NOV. 7

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Heather & TJ

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Sam “Muddy” Hunt

The Perk, Fayetteville: Open Acoustic Jam

Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville: Darren Ray

TUESDAY, NOV. 8

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Dr. Dog, Quiet Life

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Jeff Fox

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Ben Coulter

Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville: Jed Clampit

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 9

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Nelo

Greenhouse Grille, Fayetteville: Chooch

Iron Horse Coffee House, Rogers: Rogers Jazz Society

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Jason Plumlee

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Jeff Fox

Jose’s, Fayetteville: Karaoke

New Delhi Cafe, Eureka Springs: Candy Lee and the Sweets

Smoke & Barrel Tavern: DJ Mixx Tenn

THURSDAY, NOV. 10

George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: Pink Trash Ball for the Komen Foundation with Vocal Trash

Goodfolk, Fayetteville: Women Songwriters Circle with Candy Lee, Tiffany Christopher, Carter Sampson, and Shannon Wurst

JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: Russ Hutchison

JJ’s Grill, Rogers: Mo Brothers

Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville: Kevin Bennoch

Rowdy Beaver, Eureka Springs: Karaoke with Tiny

Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Wasted Life Family Band

 

Venues

Arsaga’s Crossover, Fayetteville: 527-0690, The Bayou, Rogers: 246-9337, Common Grounds, Fayetteville: 442-3515, Copeland’s, Rogers: 246-9455, Downstream Casino, Quapaw, Okla.: 918-919-6000, Emelia’s Kitchen, Fayetteville: 527-9800, George’s Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville: 442-4226, Goodfolk, Fayetteville: 521-1812, Greenhouse Grille, Fayetteville: 444-8909, Iron Horse Coffee House, Rogers: 631-9977, JJ’s Grill, Fayetteville: 443-0700, JJ’s Grill, Rogers: 372-4460, Jose’s, Fayetteville: 521-0194, Legacy Blues Lounge, Fayetteville: 587-8981, New Delhi Cafe, Eureka Springs: 253-2525, The Perk, Fayetteville: 856-6382, Pesto Cafe, Fayetteville: 582-3330, Rowdy Beaver, Eureka Springs: 253-8544, Rowdy Beaver Den, Eureka Springs: 363-6444, Rowdy Beaver, Fayetteville: 287-4227, Smoke & Barrel Tavern: 521-6880, Terra Studios, Fayetteville: 800-255-8995.

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Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks

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Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks

1 Comment 03 November 2011

Dr. Dog Discusses New, Old Studio Sessions

By Blair Jackson

Dr. Dog is a Philadelphia-based psychadelic rock band featuring mixed acoustics, a bitchin’ rhythm piano, strong vocals and sweet, sweet harmonics. The founders of the band, Toby Leaman (bass) and Scott McMicken (lead guitar) have been playing and recording together since grade school. The band has a seriously independent track record, an energetic live show, and a huge national following.

As a fan of the Black Keys and Delta Spirit, it was only a matter of time before songs from Dr. Dog’s 2008 album “Fate” popped up on my Pandora station. I remember looking down at the screen of my phone, thinking, “Wow. What is this?” The album cover features a Bonnie and Clyde inspired scene that struck me, even as a thumbnail image, as a testament to stark mortality. The album offers a variety of sounds – with dark, gritty tracks like “The Beach” and mellow harmonies and a prancing beats in songs like “Uncovering the Old.”

In order to capture a sound that emulates their live performances, the band ventured outside of their home studio and joined forces with Rob Schnapf (Beck, Elliot Smith) to record the 2010 album “Shame, Shame.”  Working with a producer proved a challenge for the uber indie band, whose early albums touted a lo-fi production quality under the masterminding of the band members. (“Toothbrush” and “Easy Beat” were both recorded on a Tascam 388. That’s right boys and girls, cassette, not digital.)  Though relinquishing creative control in the studio was a struggle, McMicken has said the experience taught the band a lot about engineering and production, and in the end the band mixed and mastered the studio sounds themselves.

The new album, which is strikingly different the DIY albums previously produced by the band, has received mixed reviews from critics.  Some have called it “dated” while others have called it “classic.” But isn’t great pop music a little bit of both? Though the themes behind “Shame, Shame” are dark, the rhythm in this album is more powerful (thanks to the studio equipment) than in “Fate,” and though it’s not a full-out uplifting album, the general sense is “Life might get tough, but hey, it’s not so bad. It’s actually kind of beautiful.”

It’s difficult to categorize Dr. Dog into a musical genre. There are times that the pared down vocals and gospel harmonies echo Bright Eyes (“Station”), with whom they are currently sharing the stage. Others have compared them to The Beatles and The Beach Boys, but to me, they are of their own.

Q & A Session with Zach Miller (keyboards)

Courtesy Photo: The Philidelphia-based psychadelic rock band will be at George's on Tuesday, Nov 8.

 
Q: I read on your website that after “Fate,” there was difficulty formulating a next step.  Once you got in the studio and began recording, what did missing ingredient turn out to be?

A: There was always talk of the stylistic gap between our live show and our recordings and Shame was an attempt to bridge that. We never had success tracking live because we were working in our own studio, which wasn’t really set up with that approach in mind, and we always enjoyed overdubbing and the freedom that allowed.

Q: What was it like to put your music in someone else’s hands (Rob Schnapf’s hands to be exact)? In retrospect, how did it affect your sense of artistry and production?

A: There’s a lot we could get into when it comes to talking about our experience working with Rob — not that there are any hard feelings or anything — we were just coming from two completely different angles and it took us a long time to understand that. For example: the Dr. Dog M.O. would record drums, get a decent enough sound and E.Q. them wildly once they were tracked. Rob would spend much more time getting the drum sound, E.Q. everything before it went to tape and then that would be pretty much it until the song was mixed. After we started getting our first drum recordings we said we wanted to get our hands on the board and change the sound and they kept saying “but that IS the drum sound!”, meaning they had recorded the drums as they sounded in the room; we just wanted the drums as raw material for manipulation. They had a much more sacred attitude toward the sounds, it seemed. Ultimately it worked out, though and it ended up being a mix of our two approaches, but it was a very intense process, so much of it was talking about the nature and metaphysics of recording.  We were trying to cook the album and they were trying to bake it.

Q: Now that you have a few years (7!? ) of touring under your belt, how is your live performance influencing the evolution of Dr. Dog in the studio?

A: This time we were much more successful getting some of the live sound on record, partly because we learned from the “Shame” experience, and because our new drummer Eric is so rock solid and can lay down a perfect and perfectly in time drum track in no time flat. I think this new batch of songs really is the best of both worlds. I don’t think we’ll ever truly record everything live just because there are so many possibilities in the overdubbing process.

Q: Has it become easier to spend so much time on the road?  How have you worked to balance the personal and professional aspects of your life?

A: Boy, how timely is this question… My wife and I just had our first child in June and this will be my first real tour since he’s been around. We just left for tour this afternoon so I’m a little bit uncertain of how hard it’s going to be. It was tough to say goodbye to him after spending every day with him and then realizing I won’t see him for three weeks! Hopefully Skype will make things easier, but I already can’t wait to get back home to be with him.

Q:Tell me about “Be the Void”! Who’s producing it? What’s the vision?
A:Like I hinted at before, it’s a bit more live sounding; we recorded a ton of songs, more than we ever did before. We worked with long time good buddy and co conspirator Nathan Sabatino in our own studio and it was great. By far the easiest recording we’ve ever done.

Q: Also, I saw that you are releasing a 7″ for Black Friday.  What songs will be on it? What kind of cool stuff can fans expect to see in addition to the record and music itself? (Art? Special memorabilia?)

A: We got a song on there called “Control Yourself” and one called “Warrior Man”, which were pressed on remnant vinyl — made from the leftover color pellets from other pressings — so every one will be a different color. There’s some really good ones in there.

A Sunday Show with Mountain Sprout

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A Sunday Show with Mountain Sprout

No Comments 27 October 2011

Reverence for the Irreverent

See them at George’s Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville on October 29.

By Blair Jackson
Editor

Photo By Blair Jackson: Grayson VanSickle's fingers fly across the banjo strings in a blur, but he knows exactly what he's doing.

Mountain Sprout lives up to its claim as a “hillbilly music machine,” churning out tunes that portray the backwoods adventures of illegal drugs, lots o’ beer, kissin’ cousins, and redneck hippies. With a banjo, a fiddle, an upright bass, a guitar, and four fine sets of facial hair, Mountain Sprout is everything an Ozark Mountain band should be.

After listening to their recordings, I had the overwhelming impulse to see the band live. Whether urged by subliminal messaging or good music, I braved the winding highways, fought motion sickness and paid five bucks for three hours of parking to see Mountain Sprout in all their bearded glory.

“Welcome to our hangover,” frontman Grayson Van Sickle quipped through the mike, holding a beer and cigarette in either hand while his banjo rested in his lap. Around him, the rest of the band was busy, plugging in wires and tuning their strings. The stage of the New Delhi Cafe is made of stone slabs like those found in cabin fireplaces, and church pews with red cushions fill half the room. Behind the pews, the room opens up to the street, allowing passersby and those sitting at the sidewalk tables to watch the show.

As soon as everything is ready, one of the band members says over the mic, “OK, that was exhausting. Let’s take a short break.”

Photo by Blair Jackson: Daniel Redmond lays down the rhythm on his upright bass.

The interruption earns the band just enough time to grab fresh alcoholic beverages before starting the show. Daniel Redmond (who bears a striking resemblance to Zac Galifankus when he dons his aviator sunglasses), lays down a solid layer of percussion with his bass slapping, but foot stompin’ is the most predominant form of beat keeping.

Though it’s not necessarily a part of the music, the foot stomp technique is an essential part of Mountain Sprout’s live experience. On stage, VanSickle stomps his heavy work boot and fiddler Blayne Thiebaud stomps-shuffles in his flip-flops. Sitting in the front row pew, I tap my knee-high boots, and it seems like the entire audience is keeping time.

In between songs, the band members joke with each other and the audience. “I think I overdressed for the occasion,” says VanSickle, who is wearing khaki work pants with holes at the knees, a look that displays the long underwear underneath. “Thermal underwear? C’mon, really?” he laughs. Mountain Sprout is anything but timid when it comes to self-deprecating humor, and bolstered by a good-natured humility — developed through years of playing on the streets, sleeping on couches and smoking behind trash bins — even the most vulgar of songs has a copacetic ring to it.

Photo by Blair Jackson: When Blayne Thiebauld gets going on the fiddle, the crowd can't help but get down.

Most of their songs poke fun at the lives of rural Southerners and habits that most church-goin’ folk would frown upon. No topic is taboo for the band, which features songs about camel toes and incest as well as cocaine and meth. On the other end of the spectrum, “Into the Sun” is a semi-serious song that covers social topics like pollution, greed and corruption. Most tracks, however, are about drinking beer and smoking pot and just having a time that is good, though debatably innocent.

The stories behind Mountain Sprout’s music are Arkansan through-and-through, but none of the band is originally from the Natural State. VanSickle and Thiebaud relocated from New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Redmond is from Tulsa, and Adam Waggs (guitar) grew up in Illinois. “We’ve always been Arkansan at heart,” says VanSickle who says he appreciates the slow pace of Eureka Springs.

The band’s newest album, “Refried: The Best of the Beans” is a compilation of the most well-received songs from the three previous albums, re-recorded to include Redmond, who replaced Melissa Carper on the upright, and to explore a new production concept. VanSickle says the goal was to record in a laid-back environment — somewhere between a studio and a bar. To accomplish this “front-porch feel,” the band partnered with David Singleton, and used a mobile studio to record the album from a cabin buried deep in the Ozarks. The CD release party is being held at George’s this Saturday.

Like any good string band, the melodies will get your feet tapping and your hands clapping; and the simple, witty lyrics make a good time even better.

Photo by Blair Jackson: Adam Wagg the young, goodlookin' heart throb of the group tunes his guitar before the show.

The stories behind the music come from the personal lives of the band and those of their friends, but there is also an element of fiction to the writing process. “We try to tell the truth, but sometimes the truth just don’t rhyme,” jokes Redmond. Regardless of how true to life the songs are, Arkansans (especially those from the Ozarks) will find something familiar in the songs — if not in the content then in the rhythm.

Of course, I couldn’t leave without asking about beard maintenance. VanSickle, who has the longest beard, said it has been two weeks since he’s trimmed, and though I’m skeptical about how truthful this statement was, it may cover mustache maintenance. For Blayne, it’s been a year. Redmond says he trims his beard quite often. Waggs on guitar, says he hasn’t cut his beard in “four or five years.”

With “Refried” complete, the good ol’ boys of Mountain Sprout are gearing up for a November tour with Splitlip Rayfield and the Legendary Shack Shakers. In addition to their annual 200 shows, the band is beginning work on a fresh album, which is projected for release in March 2012.

Hunting Guide to The Haunted

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Hunting Guide to The Haunted

No Comments 27 October 2011

By Rachel Birdsell
TFW Contributing Writer

The closer it gets to Oct. 31, the more everyone’s thoughts turn to witches, goblins and my personal favorite, ghosts. The veil between the dead and the living is supposed to be at its thinnest on All Hallow’s Eve, which makes it a particularly good night for hunting down a haunt or two.
Here are five lists of five things each that are sure to make your ghost hunt the most fun you can have chasing around dead people, while still being safe.

Five Places in Northwest Arkansas to Hunt for Ghosts

Photo by Rachel Birdsell: (Photoshopped for extra creepiness.) The Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs is the most famous haunted landmark in Northwest Arkansas.

1. Crescent Hotel, Eureka Springs: Without a doubt, the most popular and allegedly the most haunted location in Northwest Arkansas. The hotel’s most famous ghost is Michael, the stonemason who fell to his death during the hotel’s construction. There’s even a ghost cat, Morris. The Crescent holds a nightly guided ghost tour that takes you to areas of the hotel not normally available to visitors. You can find more information on the tours on the hotel’s website, www.crescent-hotel.com.
2. Tilly Willy Bridge, Fayetteville: In the 1970s, a woman and her children died when their car crashed off the side of the narrow bridge. There are many renditions of the haunting. Some say the mother can be seen on the bridge crying for her child. Another tale states she can be seen in the ubiquitous white dress, twirling around in a nearby field.
3. Inn at Carnall Hall, UA Campus: Throughout the years, employees and guests have reported apparitions and poltergeist activity.
4. Prairie Grove Battlefield, Prairie Grove/Pea Ridge Battlefield, Pea Ridge: Take your pick of any Civil War battlefield in the country and you’ll hear reports of ghostly soldiers firing muskets in the wee hours of the night. Our two local battlefields aren’t exceptions to the rule.
5. Peel Mansion Museum, Bentonville: Reportedly haunted by former owner, Colonel Samuel Peel, who was an officer in the Confederate army. Poltergeist activity and shadowy figures have been spotted.

Five Things to Take With You on a Ghost Hunt

1. Flashlights: There’s a very good chance that you’ll be exploring a location that doesn’t have electricity.
2. Camera: Make sure the battery is fully charged or you have a fresh supply of batteries, depending on what type of camera you have.
3. A friend: Try not to go exploring old buildings by yourself. They can be unsafe and you don’t want to fall through a rotted floor board without there being someone to laugh at you. Your friend might also come to your assistance should you get injured.
4. Extra pair of drawers: You just never know when you’re going to have the stuff scared out of you.
5. A digital recorder: You can use it to dictate your observations and if you’re very polite, you may be able to coax a ghost into singing a little ditty for you.

Five Paranormal Arkansas Websites

1. Arkansas Paranormal Research Association
2. The Arkansas Paranormal and Anomalous Studies Team
 3. Arkansas Paranormal Investigations
4. River Valley Paranormal Research & Investigations
5. After Midnight Paranormal Investigations

Five Rules of Ghost Hunting

1. If you want to check out a privately owned location, ask permission from the owners before you go traipsing all over their property. Trespassing may land you in jail, or worse, will get you some buckshot in your backside.
2. Be safe. There are nutcakes who like to scare people on Halloween. If it’s done safely, it’s all good fun and no one loses a vital body part. Unfortunately, nutcakes don’t think about safety very often.
3. Don’t be a twit. Wait until after the ghost hunt to get your drink on, and don’t smoke while you’re at a location. Besides being a nasty habit, smoke can cause misty shapes to show up on your photos. Later, when you’re bragging to your friends about the image you captured of a ghost, you’ll feel like a bonehead when they point out that it was just smoke from your lit Camel.
4. Be prepared for anything. Abandoned buildings may be someone’s temporary home or a local hang out for teens. Walking in on a live person unexpectedly may be scarier than seeing a ghost.
5. Leave the location exactly as you found it. Don’t litter. Don’t take anything you didn’t arrive with unless you’re being a nice person and taking away the trash that someone else left.

I may do a little ghost hunting myself this Halloween. I don’t necessarily believe in ghosts, but I’m not above being scared by one. If you go, have fun, be safe and if you capture a photo of a ghost, send it my way. rabirdsell@gmail.com

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No Comments 27 October 2011

SPECIAL EVENTS

GUEST ARTIST JUDY FOX — Today in FNAR 213 at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. 575-7987.
OFFSHOOT FILM FESTIVAL — Today through Sunday. Includes 120 films from around the globe at the Global Campus building at 2 East Center St. in Fayetteville. Tickets are $7 each and $35 for weekend passes. Visit http://www.seedlingfilm.com for show times.
TOAST THE GHOST MURDER AND MAYHEM TROLLEY TOUR — 7 p.m. Saturday and Monday from the Fort Smith Museum. Visits historic homes and sites. For ages 21 and older only. $25. fortsmithmuseum.com or 783-7841.
BEAT BACHS’ HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY — 9:30 p.m. Friday. Fifth annual costume party of legendary proportions at Fix Ultra Lounge.
VOICES FROM EUREKA’S SILENT CITY CEMETERY TOUR — Friday and Saturday at the city cemetery in Eureka Springs. Walking tours leave every 20 minutes from 5:30 to 8 p.m. With living history actors in period costumes. Informative and entertaining; not scary. Free shuttle from the former Victorian Inn on Hwy 62 East. $5-$10. 253-9417.
FALL DIVERSITY WEEKEND — Friday through Sunday in Eureka Springs. Live music, drag shows, costumed motorcycle parade, and much more. OutInEureka.com or 253-2555.
FALL COLOR TOUR — 9 a.m. Friday from the Newton County Courthouse. Returns around 2:30 p.m. BYO lunch, jacket and comfortable shoes. $6. 284-3150.
MEN’S MARCH AGAINST VIOLENCE — 12:15 p.m. Friday from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on the corner of Dickson and East Streets in Fayetteville. Promoting peace, personal responsibility and safety in families and communities. facebook.com/FayettevilleMensMarch.
MAD HATTER’S BALL — 6:30 to 11 p.m. Friday at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs. Dinner buffet, dance and auction. Live music by Red Ambition. Hats required, costumes encouraged. Benefits Eureka Springs School of the Arts. $50. esartschool.com or 253-5384.
RENAISSANCE AND FANTASY FAIRE OF THE OZARKS — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Riding Arena next to the Washington County Fair Grounds in Fayetteville. 3cronesandapirate@gmail.com or 287-4583.
FALL HARVEST AND HERITAGE FEST — 11 a.m. Saturday at the Fayetteville Farmers Market and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. Costume contest for adults and kids. Live music, area artists carving pumpkins. FayettevilleFarmersMarket.org.
ADOPT-A-THON — 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Bed, Bath, & Bones, 608 Eureka Ave. in Berryville. Benefits the Good Shepherd. Fun, food, games, prizes and more. Costumes encouraged on humans and pets. Well behaved humans and pets only, please. 870-654-4122.
EMPTY BOWLS — 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Fayetteville. Gourmet soup dinner with over 14 varieties from local restaurants, and take home an original bowl handmade by local potters and artists. Jed Clampit performs. Benefits LifeSource. $20-$25. LifeSourceInternational.org or 521-4000.
HALLOWEEN BASH — 8 p.m. Monday at the American Legion Post 27, 1195 S. Curtis Ave. in Fayetteville. Costume contest, live music, and more. For ages 21 and older. No cover. 442-5291.
ARTISTS IN SITU RECEPTIONS — 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Box, 184 N Main, 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 5 at WillowSpring Gallery, 33 White St., and 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 13 at The Space, 2 Pine St. in Eureka Springs. Works by Drew Gentle, Charles Pearce, John Rankine, Carol Saari, Mary Springer and John Willer. 703-400-6090.
FIRST THURSDAY RECEPTION — 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Fayetteville Underground, East Square Plaza Basement, 1 E. Center St., Fayetteville. FayettevilleUnderground.com or 387-1534.
5X5 EXHIBITION RECEPTION — 5:55 to 7:55 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. Ticketed reception. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.

STAGE AND SCREEN

“GHOSTBUSTERS” — 7 p.m. today at the Razorback Cinema in Fayetteville. See a classic on the big screen again. Regular ticket prices. malco.com.
“WEST SIDE STORY“ — 7 p.m. today and Sunday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $49-$73. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
“TEENAGERS FROM OUTER SPACE” — 7 p.m. today through Sunday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Arts Live Theatre, 818 N. Sang Ave. in Fayetteville. $4-$6. artslivetheatre.com or 521-4932.
INTRIGUE THEATER — 8 p.m. today through Saturday at the AUD in Eureka Springs. Magical demonstrations, feats of mental capabilities, elements of spiritualism reminiscent of Victorian era entertainment. $24.95. intriguetheater.com or 253-7788.
“I’M SORRY, THE BRIDGE IS OUT, YOU’LL HAVE TO STAY THE NIGHT” — 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. $9-$20. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SOW” — 8 p.m. Sunday at the UARK Bowl on Dickson st. $5 for entry and prop bag.
HALLOWEEN HOWLS TEEN MOVIE NIGHT — 3 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Fayetteville Public Library. “Teen Wolf” at 3 p.m., “Hocus Pocus” at 4:45 p.m. and “Ghostbusters” at 6:15 p.m. Free, includes tricks and treats. faylib.org or 856-7000.

WORDS

GATHERING OF THE GROUPS — 11:30 a.m. Friday at the Fayetteville Public Library. With “No Impact Man” author Colin Beavan. Registration required. faylib.org or 856-7250.
AN EVENING WITH AUTHOR LEE CHILDS — 7 p.m. Friday at the Rogers Little Theatre. Conversations Fundraiser for the Rogers Public Library. $50, includes food, drink, and a signed copy of “The Affair”. rplfoundation.org or 544-2794.
“UNBOLTING THE DARK: A MEMOIR” AUTHOR LYNNE SPELLMAN — 7:30 p.m. Friday at Nightbird Books in Fayetteville. nightbirdbooks.com or 443-2080.
DATE NIGHT BOOK CLUB — 8 p.m. Friday at Nightbird Books in Fayetteville. nightbirdbooks.com or 443-2080.
“PINOCCHIO: VAMPIRE SLAYER” AUTHOR DUSTY HIGGINS — 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Fayetteville Public Library. Q&A and booksigning follow presentation. For teens. Free. faylib.org or 856-7000.
WAKE UP WITH AUTHOR RICK RIORDAN — 10 a.m. Saturday at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers. Conversations Fundraiser for the Rogers Public Library. $20-$75. rplfoundation.org or 544-2794.
“VETERANS’ JOURNEYS HOME: LIFE AFTER AFGHANISTAN AND IRAQ” AUTHOR LORI HOLYFIELD — 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Nightbird Books in Fayetteville. nightbirdbooks.com or 443-2080.
PLAYS OF PEACE – A READER’S THEATRE (POP-ART) — 6:30 to 8:30 Wednesdays at the OMNI Center in Fayetteville. Reading “A Part of Me Dies”. Open to the public. omnicenter.org.
ARKANSAS PLAYWRIGHTS WORKSHOP — 6:30 p.m. two Mondays a month in Fayetteville. Free; actors, directors and walk-ins welcome. Dates and locations vary. For current information, bob@theatresquared.org or 445-6333.
CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP — 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in Fayetteville. For aspiring and experienced authors. With author and teacher, Gabrielle Idlet. $15 per night. gidlet@gmail.com or 966-5935.

MUSIC

JANICE YOES’ STUDENTS VOICE RECITAL — 7:30 p.m. today at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
BRYCE VELLIOS VOICE RECITAL — 8 p.m. Friday at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
OH SLEEPER — Saturday at Pinnacle Hills Cross Church in Rogers. With Greeley Estates, Ten After Two, At the Skylines and Secrets, and To Write Love on Her Arms, a non-profit dedicated to helping those with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide. twloha.com.
MORGAN STEVENS VOICE RECITAL — 4 p.m. Saturday at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
GUEST ARTIST NATASHA KOOSAKOVA VIOLIN MASTERCLASS — 2 p.m. Sunday at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
TRAVIS CHILTON OBOE RECITAL — 7 p.m. Sunday at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
SCHOLA CANTORUM CONCERT — 7:30 p.m. Monday at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. Todd Prickett conducts. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
DEVON JOHNSTON OBOE RECITAL — 7 p.m. Tuesday at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
MUNICH SYMPHONY — 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $39-$55. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
EUREKA SPRINGS FOLK FESTIVAL — Wednesday through Nov. 5 in Eureka Springs. Queen’s Contest Wednesday at the AUD. Barefoot Ball Nov. 4 with music by the Hogscalders and Big Smith. $10-$15. Arts and Crafts Fairs at Basin Spring Park and the Pine Mountain Village 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 5. Songwriters’ Contest noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 5 in Basin Spring Park with members of Still On the Hill and 3 Penny Acre judging. Folk Parade 2 p.m. Nov. 5 through downtown, music by Still On the Hill and 3 Penny Acre at Basin Spring Park before and after the parade. Music 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the AUD. With 2010 Songwriters’ Contest winner Nick Rorick, 3 Penny Acre, Still On the Hill and Split Lip Rayfield $15-$17.50. ozarkfolkfestival.com.
FULBRIGHT TRIO CONCERT — 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
JOHN OATES — 8 p.m. Nov. 3 at the UARK Bowl, 644 W. Dickson in Fayetteville. $20-$22. starrsguitars.com or 301-2030.

LEARNING

AFTERSCHOOL WORKSHOPS: INTERNATIONAL KIDS — 4 to 5 p.m. today at the Fayetteville Public Library. For grades K-5. Also 11/3: Theatre Workshop with Missy Gipson; 11/10: Watercolor Painting with Charity McCartney; 12/1 International Kids. Free, registration required. faylib.org or 856-7170.
FILMMAKER’S INSTITUTE: THE BASICS OF PRE-PRODUCTION — 5 to 7 p.m. today at the Fayetteville Public Library. For those interested in entering the Fayetteville Stories Community Film Contest. Also 11/3: Basic Camera Operation and Shot Composition; 11/10: Lighting and Audio Basics; 11/17: Basic Editing. Free. faylib.org or 856-7000.
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE — 7 p.m. today at the Shiloh Museum. shilohmuseum.org or 750-8165.
LIVE BIRDS OF PREY — 5 p.m. Saturday at Devil’s Den State Park in West Fork. With Lynn Sciumbato of Morning Star Rehabilitation. Rebekah.spurlock@arkansas.gov or 761-3325.
CARLOS AND AUDREY VELASQUEZ — 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville; 6 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Fayetteville Public Library; 6 p.m. Nov. 4 at the Universalist Unitarian Fellowship in Eureka Springs; 1:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the OMNI Center in Fayetteville. OMNI Climate Change Task Force hosts the Native American couple and environmental educators. omnicenter.org.
SCOTCH TASTING — 6 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $75. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF NWA — 7 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Whole Hog Cafe in Bentonville. Open to the public. psnwa.org or 417-827-5031.
ART CLASSES — at the Northwest Arkansas Community Creative Center in Fayetteville. For adults: Creative Saturdays 10 to noon Saturdays; Wheel 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 16; Oil Bar Painting 6:30 to 8:30 Wednesdays Nov. 2 through Dec. 14. For kids: A, B, C, Art 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 3; Drums, Chimes and Whistles in Clay 4:15 to 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 22; Birdhouses in Clay 4:15 to 6:15 p.m. Thursdays Oct. 27 through Nov. 17; Charcoal and Pastels 4:15 to 6:15 p.m. Mondays Nov. 21 through Dec. 12; Youth Wheel 4 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 18; Parent Child Mornings 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays Nov. 2 through Nov. 30. Ages and costs vary. nwaccc.org or 443-9216.
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RAZORBACK JUGGLERS — 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays at the Student Union or Gym 1 at the HPER building at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. Free lessons and new members are welcome. sites.google.com/site/jugglingrsoclub/.
FAYETTEVILLE INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCERS — 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at Mount Comfort Presbyterian Church Hall. First 30-minutes devoted to teaching/learning. $3; first time free. 283-9947.
JONES CENTER JUGGLING CLUB — 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Jones Center for Families. Beginners welcome. jonesnet.org or 756-8090 ext. 518.
BOSTON MOUNTAIN QUILTERS — 10 a.m. Mondays at Ozark Folkways in Winslow. ozarkfolkways.org or 634-3791.
MORE FOR YOUR MONDAYS TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS — 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays at Community Access Television in Fayetteville. Technological problems demystified; subject matter directed by attendees. Free; no registration. No class on fifth Mondays. 444-3433.
CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES — 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays at Ozark Folkways in Winslow. Ages 7-10 from 1-2 p.m., Ages 11-18 from 2-3 p.m. $5. ozarkfolkways.org or 634-3791.
MIND, BODY, SPIRIT
HOLISTIC LIVING AND HEALING — 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 17 at Unity of Fayetteville, 4880 Wedington Drive in Fayetteville. Learn to enjoy life, increase your energy, and feel happy. With Lilian Bern. $15-$20 per class. 387-2108.
FOUNDATIONS CLASS — 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 21 at the Center for Spiritual Living in Northwest Arkansas. $20 per class, or $200 for full session. Registration required. Contact Kim at livinginthepresence@yahoo.com or 439-0149.
BUDDHIST MEDITATION AND SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP — 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Arkansas Yoga Center in Fayetteville. 521-2395.
COURSE IN MIRACLES — 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at Unity of Fayetteville, 4880 Wedington Drive in Fayetteville. 442-0680.
MEDIATION PRACTICE — 7 p.m. Fridays and 4:30 p.m. Sundays at Unity of Fayetteville, 4880 Wedington Drive in Fayetteville. 442-0680.
DHARMA TALK — 10:30 a.m. Sundays at Mojo Hot Yoga Studio, 908 Rolling Hills Drive Suite #2 in Fayetteville. With Tibetan Buddhist Monk Ven. Geshe Thupten Dorjee. artibet.net or 587-8920.
FAYETTEVILLE QUAKERS — 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Sundays (followed by social hour) and 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Bennett House (Omni Center), 3274 Lee Ave. in Fayetteville. fayettevillefriends.org or 888-909-1110.
FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV TESTING — Mondays at NWA Center for Equality, 179 N. Church in Fayetteville. By appointment. nwaequality.org or 888-391-9222.
PILATES CLASSES— : 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesday, and 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays beginning Sept. 12 at the Yvonne Richardson Community Center, 240 E. Rock St. in Fayetteville. With Lisa Webb. $5-$7; $30 for six classes. accessfayetteville.org/government/yvonne_richardson_center/index.cfm or 444-3461.
HEALING MEDITATION — 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the Ozark Research Institute in Fayetteville. ozarkresearch.org or 582-9197.
NWA CENTER for SPIRITUAL LIVING STUDY GROUP — 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, Jones Center For Families, Room 135 in Springdale. livinginthepresence@yahoo.com or 439-0149.
WATER EXERCISE CLASSES — 9 to 9:50 a.m., 10 to 10:50 a.m. and 11 to 11:50 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Jones Center. $25 per month. Water Movement, Arthritis Aqua and Fibro Fit. The Jones Center in Springdale has indoor and outdoor walking tracks and trails, and the Fitness Center has weights and equipment for use, all for free. dhenders@jcf.jonesnet.org or 756-8090 ext. 3518.

SENIORS

SILVER SNEAKERS : YOGA — 1 p.m., and MUSCULAR STRENGTH AND RANGE OF MOVEMENT — 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Fayetteville Senior Activity and Wellness Center, 945 S. College Ave. With Cindy Mix. Free for Silver Sneaker members; $1 per class for non-members. 571-2920.
SCHMEIDING C.A.R.E.S. — delivering aging services for older adults to help negotiate the Age Maze with free information and referrals. schmiedingcenter.org or 751-3043.
BALANCED BODIES — 9 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. Fridays; STRETCH AND FLEX: 9 to 9:50 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Jones Center in Springdale. Free. The Jones Center in Springdale has indoor and outdoor walking tracks and trails, and the Fitness Center has weights and equipment for use, all for free. thejonescenter.org or 756-8090.
FUN 2 B FIT — 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; EXERCISE WITH DANCE LEVEL I — 9:15 a.m. Tuesdays and EXERCISE WITH DANCE LEVEL II — 10 a.m. Tuesdays; ACRYLIC PAINTS — 10 a.m. Tuesdays; USE IT OR LOSE IT WITH JIMMY CULP — 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays; TAI CHI — 10 a.m. Fridays; WII BOWLING LEAGUE — 11 a.m. Tuesdays, BEAN BAG BASEBALL — 9 a.m. Wednesdays, CANASTA — 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays, BINGO — 10 a.m. Thursdays, MAHJONG: 12:30 p.m. Thursdays; MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS — 1 p.m. Wednesdays; BRIDGE — 12:30 p.m. Fridays at the Fayetteville Senior Activity and Wellness Center, 945 S. College Ave. 571-2920.

OUTDOORS

EAGLE WATCH — 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Friday through Monday from Starkey Park. Boat tour on Beaver Lake. $8-$12, reservations required. estc.net/belle or 253-6200.
OZARK ADVENTURE RACE — Saturday and Sunday in Springdale. Orienteering, mountain biking, trekking, canoeing, rope events and mystery events. Individual and two-person teams. ozarkadventurerace.com or 521-7766.
FARMLAND ADVENTURES CORN MAZE AND PUMPKIN PATCH — through Nov. 5 at 5355 Parson Road in Springdale. Giant and mini corn mazes, pumpkin patch, pony rides, petting zoo and more. $7-$9; free for kids younger than 2. farmlandadventures.com or 799-5033.
FAYETTEVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET — 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 19, on the Fayetteville square. MILL DISTRICT FARMERS’ MARKET — 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, 525 S. School St., Fayetteville. FARMERS’ MARKET AT BGO — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through October at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. SNAP/EBT accepted. fayettevillefarmersmarket.org.
SPRINGDALE FARMERS MARKET — 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through October at East Emma Street, Springdale. 751-3352.
FARMINGTON FARMERS’ MARKET — 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through October, at 354. W. Main St., Farmington.

AUDITIONS, ENTRIES, VOLUNTEERS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED — for the OMNI Center in Fayetteville. Librarian, office help, plant people and more. For more information, contact gladystiffany@yahoo.com or 935-4422.
ENTRIES FOR ARKANSAS BEEF AMBASSADOR COMPETITION — due Nov. 7 to Wendy Pettz, Arkansas Beef Ambassador Chair, 3258 Madison 6060, Huntsville, AR 72740. Competition is 9 a.m. Nov. 19 at the Community School of Cleburne County, 74 Cleburne Park Road in Heber Springs. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m. Open to Arkansas youth ages of 9-20. For a packet or more information, wlpettz@gamil.com or 738-6581.
“HAIRSPRAY” AUDITIONS: 7 p.m. Jan. 2-3 at the Rogers Little Theater. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
ENTRIES FOR CIVIL WAR IN THE ARKANSAS OZARKS PODCAST CONTEST — submit through Feb. 3. For K-12 students in Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Newton and Washington counties. For rules and more information: shilohmuseum.org/education/podcast-contest.php or 750-8165.

ART

ANNE KITTRELL ART GALLERY — Arkansas Union, Fayetteville. 575-5255.
ARSAGA’S — 1582 Crossover Road Suite 2, Fayetteville. arsagas.org or 527-0690.
ARSAGA’S — 2418 N. Gregg Ave., Fayetteville. arsagas.org or 444-6557.
ARTIFACTS GALLERY — 184 N. Main, Eureka Springs. artifactseureka.com or 363-6660.
ARTS CENTER OF THE OZARKS — 214 S. Main St., Springdale. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441. 5 X 5 Exhibition through Nov. 4.
BENTONVILLE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU — 104 E. Central St. on the square in Bentonville. 271-9153.
BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS — 4703 N. Crossover Road, Fayetteville. bgozarks.org or 750-2620.
CENTER FOR ART AND EDUCATION — 104 N. 13th St., Van Buren. art-ed.org or 474-7767. “Nature and the World Around Us” by Bill and Gloria Garrison through Friday.
THE COMMON GROUNDS — 412 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville. commongroundsar.com or 442-3515.
CORNER GIFT SHOP — 3582 N. Arkansas 112, Fayetteville. 521-2674. Art by more than 15 local artists and craftsmen.
CRYSTAL BRIDGES AT THE MASSEY — 125 W. Central Ave., Bentonville. massey.crystalbridges.org or 418-5700.
FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY — 401 W. Mountain St., Fayetteville. faylib.org or 856-7105.
FAYETTEVILLE UNDERGROUND — East Square Plaza Basement, 1 E. Center St., Fayetteville. FayettevilleUnderground.com or 387-1534. Four separate galleries inside. “Life’s Little Cakes” by Kelley Hatfield Wilks, “Set My Watch Against the City Clock” by Sabine Schmidt, “Metal Transitions” by Teresa Hall, and “Animal Technology” Flannery Grace Horan and Becki Lamascus through October.
FIRST THURSDAY ART PROGRAM — First Thursday on the square in downtown Fayetteville. 5 to 8 p.m., Fayetteville Underground, East Square Plaza. FirstThursdayFayetteville.com or 521-5776.
THE FRENCH DOOR AT ROCKY CREEK GALLERY — Armstrong Road in Fayetteville. Open Wednesday through Saturdays in November. 879-5987.
HEARTWOOD GALLERY — An Artists’ Collective. 428 S. Government St., Fayetteville. 444-0888. Jewelry, pottery, glass, handmade books, textiles, sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, mixed media, music CDs, wood turnings. More than 30 local artists.
JAMMIN JAVA — 21 W. Mountain St., Fayetteville. 443-2233.
LONG GALLERY — Vol Walker Hall, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Architecture.uark.edu or 575-4704.
MAYAPPLE — 546 W. Center St., Fayetteville. 206-715-3271.
MULLINS LIBRARY — University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. libinfo.uark.edu/info/art exhibit.asp or 575-6702.
OZARK FOLKWAYS — 22733 N. U.S. 71, Winslow. ozarkfolkways.org or 634-3791.
OZARK NATURAL FOODS — 1554 N. College Ave., Fayetteville. ozarknaturalfoods.com or 521-7558.
THE PERK — 3980 W. Wedington Drive, Fayetteville. 251-7375.
POOR RICHARD’S ART — 116 S. First St., Rogers. poorrichardsart.com or 636-0417.
ROGERS LITTLE THEATER — 116 S. Second St., Rogers. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
TEATRO SCARPINO — 329 N. West Ave., Fayetteville. scarpino.com or 409-3772.
TERRA STUDIOS, MUSE GALLERY AND COFFEEHOUSE — Free admission. Experience a wonderland of art. Explore the 10-acre art park with sculptures, fountains, murals and a stone labyrinth. Watch glassblowers make the world-famous Bluebird of Happiness. Enjoy treats in the coffee house. Visit the gallery representing more than 70 local artists. Wonderful handmade gifts. Music at Terra 1 to 4 p.m. in the gallery every Sunday. Find us on Facebook for news, events, and music listings. Check out the new event center for your special gathering. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 13 miles east of Fayetteville off Arkansas 16 at 12103 Hazel Valley Road. 800-255-8995.
ULTRA STUDIOS — 118 W. South St., Fayetteville. ultrastudios.org or 935-4040.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FINE ARTS CENTER GALLERY — Fayetteville. 575-7987. Ceramics by Gwendolyn Yoppolo through Nov. 4. “Mark Dion: Process and Inquiry” through Nov. 18.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS GLOBAL CAMPUS CENTER FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION — 2 E. Center St., Fayetteville. 575-6489.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS STUDENT GALLERY (sUgAR) — 114 Central Ave., Bentonville. facebook.com/pages/sUgAR or 273-5305. “Altered and Folded”, a bookmaking project by students of Laura Terry through Friday.
WHITE LOTUS SALON AND MASSAGE — 4750 Mission, Fayetteville. 582-4806. Open Tuesday-Saturday. Featuring local artists and handmade gifts.

MUSEUMS

ARKANSAS AIR MUSEUM — Drake Field, 4290 S. School Ave., Fayetteville. 521-4947. Aircraft from all eras of aviation history.
ARKANSAS ARTS CENTER — Ninth and Commerce streets, Little Rock. ArkArts.com or 501-372-4000.
CLINTON HOUSE MUSEUM — 444-0066 or clintonhousemuseum.org.
GRAVETTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM — 503 Charlotte St. SE, Gravette. 787-7334. Early 1900s restored home with displays representing Gravette’s history.
MUSEUM OF NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS — 202 S.W. O St., Bentonville. museumofnativeamericanartifacts.org or 273-2456. Free self-guided audio tours of Paleo, Archaic, Woodland, Mississippian and tribal artifacts.
PEA RIDGE NATIONAL MILITARY PARK — 15930 U.S. 62, Garfield. 451-8122. Self-guided road tour, 10-mile hiking trail, Civil War museum and bookstore.
PEEL MANSION MUSEUM AND HISTORIC GARDENS — : 400 S. Walton Blvd., Bentonville. 273-9664. 1875 Italianate mansion with historic roses and plants.
PRAIRIE GROVE BATTLEFIELD STATE PARK — 506 E. Douglas St., U.S. 62, Prairie Grove. 846-2990. Civil War battlefield with original buildings.
PRICE TOWER ARTS CENTER: 510 Dewey Ave., Bartlesville, Okla. pricetower.org or 877-424-2424.
ROGERS HISTORICAL MUSEUM — 322 S. Second St., Rogers. rogersarkansas.com/museum or 621-1154. “Benton County Crime Stories” through 2012. “Buried Dreams” “Coin” Harvey and Monte Ne” and “Building Rogers” through 2011. “Quilting a Memory: Friendship and Commemorative Quilts” through Nov. 19
SHILOH MUSEUM — 118 W. Johnson Ave., Springdale. springdalear.gov/shiloh or 750-8165. Exhibits of early life in the Ozarks. Original buildings on the grounds. “Working Dawn to Dark” through Jan. 16, 2012. “Whatever You Do, Stay in Print” on the life of journalist, educator and historian Ernie Deane through July 21, 2012. “Rest in Peace” a photo exhibit examining death and dying in the Arkansas Ozarks through Dec. 17
SILOAM SPRINGS MUSEUM — 112 N. Maxwell St. Siloam Springs. 524-4011.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS DISCOVERY ZONE — 1564 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Fayetteville. cmase.uark.edu/UADZ/BYS/BYS.htm or 575-3875.

COMING SOON

REBA MCENTIRE — Nov. 4 at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. $27-$71.50. bokcenter.com or 866-7-BOKCTR.
“A BAD YEAR FOR TOMATOES” — 8 p.m. Nov. 4-5 and Nov. 10-12, and 2 p.m. Nov. 6 and Nov. 13 at the Rogers Little Theater. $9.50-$42, additional fee for dinner. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
BIG BOOK SALE — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5 at the OMNI Center, 3274 Lee Ave. in Fayetteville. Buy holiday gifts and support the OMNI Center. omnicenter.org.
ALICE IN WONDERLAND — 10 a.m. Nov. 5 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. With Teatre Tout a Trac. An infant friendly event. $8-$16. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
GEORGE DOMBEK OPEN STUDIO — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 5-6 and Nov. 12-13 at 844 Blue Springs Road in Goshen. GeorgeDombek.com
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING ERNEST — 8 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. With the Aquila Theatre Company. $10-$25. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
PHUNBAGS COMEDY IMPROV — 8 p.m. Nov. 5 at the UARK Ballroom in Fayetteville. Doors open at 7:15. Also 12/17. $5. phunbags.org.
TONTITOWN POLENTA SMEAR — 1:30 to 4 p.m. Nov. 6 at the St. Joseph Parish Hall in Tontitown. Annual historical event with polenta and umedo samples. Free. 750-8165.
KNUFFLE BUNNY: A CAUTIONARY MUSICAL — 2 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. With the Kennedy Center Theater for Young Audiences. $8-$16. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE CONCERT — 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $5. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
LOCAL AUTHOR CRESCENT DRAGONWOOD — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Fayetteville Public Library. Booksigning will follow presentation. faylib.org or 856-7000.
BOSTON MOUNTAIN BRASSWORKS — 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
DRAMATIC BOOK CLUB — 10:30 a.m. Nov. 9 at the Fayetteville Public Library. Also , Nov. 28, Dec. 13 and Dec. 19. With Trike Theatre. For Preschoolers Free. faylib.org or 856-7000.
FLYING TOMATO CABARET DINNER THEATER — 7 p.m. Nov. 9-13 at the Wal-Mart Auditorium at NWACC in Bentonville. Spaghetti dinner with Broadway tunes. $17. nwaccChamberSingers.org or 619-2237.
ARTISTRY OF THE GUITAR — 7:30 Nov. 9 at George Dombek’s Studio, 844 Blue Springs Road in Fayetteville. Instrumental guitar performance with Ken Bonfiled and Steve Davison. $10. BYOB. KenBonfield.com, SteveDavison.com or 501-425-1528.
CHRISTMAS IN EUREKA SPRINGS — Christmas Shows Thursdays through Saturdays Nov. 10 through Dec. 10 at the Pine Mountain Theater, and Fridays and Saturdays Nov. 18 through Dec. 10 at the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down. Candyland Christmas in the Village Nov. 26 through Dec. 24 at Pine Mountain Village. Lighted Victorian snow village with antique train sets 2 to 7 p.m. Nov. 25 through Christmas at the Inn of the Ozarks. Christmas Festival Dec. 1-12 in the downtown district. Free Christmas Movies for kids 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 at the Gem so adults can shop without their kids. Candles and Carols 5 p.m. Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at the Queen Anne Mansion with Mrs. Claus reading Christmas stories. eurekasprings.org or 253-7333.
RAIN GARDEN ACADEMY — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks in Fayetteville. With Becky Roark, IRWP Rain Garden Resource Specialist. $15-$25. Registration required. irwp.org.
HUBBARD STREET BALLET MASTERCLASS — 5 to 6 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. For ages 14 and older, with at least one year of ballet. $25. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
PINK TRASH BALL — 6 to 10:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at George’s Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville. Live music by Vocal Trash. Benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure. $25-$35. komenozark.org or 750-PINK.
FOOD AND WINE WEEKEND — Nov. 11-13 at the Cottage Inn Restaurant in Eureka Springs. Fine cuisine with matching wines for dinner Friday and Saturday, and brunch on Sunday. 253-5282.
“THE ADDING MACHINE” — 8 p.m. Nov. 11-12 and Nov. 16-19, and 2 p.m. Nov. 13 and Nov. 20 at the University Theatre in Fayetteville. Directed by Esteban Arevalo Ibanez. $7-$16 for the public; free to $3 for UA students with ID. drama.uark.edu or 575-4752.
HOMEBUYERS EDUCATION CLASS — 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Ozark Electric Coop in Fayetteville. Free, registration required. CCOAcares.com or 521-8877.
AUTHOR MONTE HARRIS — 2 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Shiloh Museum in Springdale. Presentation and booksigning for his new book “Bentonville” a pictorial history. shilohmuseum.org or 750-8165.
OZARK PASTEL SOCIETY RECEPTION — 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. Ticketed reception. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
HAROLD & THE PURPLE CRAYON: A DANCE ADVENTURE BY HUBBARD STREET 2 — 2 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. An infant friendly event. $8-$16. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
HUBBARD STREET 2: REPERTORY NIGHT — 8 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $10. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
AUTHOR GERALDINE BROOKS — 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Fayetteville Public Library. The Pulitzer Prize winning author will discuss “March”. Booksigning to follow. faylib.org or 856-7000.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FALL CHORAL SHOWCASE — 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $5. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
ROCK OF AGES — 7 p.m. Nov. 15-17 and Nov. 20, 8 p.m. Nov. 18-19, and 2 p.m. Nov. 19-20 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $39-$59. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
REMEMBERING ERNIE DEANE — noon Nov. 16 at the Shiloh Museum in Springdale. Local journalist, educator and historian will be remembered in a program by his daughter, Frances “Fran” Deane Alexander, in conjunction with a new exhibit. shilohmuseum.org or 750-8165.
WASHINGTON CONCERT SERIES — 6 p.m. Nov. 16 at Washington Elementary School in Fayetteville. Featuring Bent Grass Green. Also 4/18: 3 Penny Acre, and 5/16: Shannon Wurst. Benefits school music program. BYO blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available. $5, kids are free. 466-6164.
CHILDREN’S AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR JIM ARNOSKY READING AND BOOKSIGNING — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Fayetteville Public Library. Free. faylib.org or 856-7000.
“CINDERELLA” — Nov. 17-20 at Arts Live Theatre, in the Continuing Education Auditorium on the Square in Fayetteville. $8-$12. artslivetheatre.com or 521-4932.
NWA BOUTIQUE SHOW — 2 to 8 p.m. Nov 18 and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 19 at the NWA Convention Center in Springdale. One-of-a-kind items including home and holiday decor, gourmet food, clothing, children’s items and more. Benefits the Junior League of NWA and local elementary schools. nwaBoutiqueShow.com.
WILDERNESS LIVING SKILLS — 4 p.m. Nov. 18 through 2 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Mary and Murray Looney Education and Research Center in Colcord, OK. Make shelters, fires, and find waters during this survival training weekend. $95, includes workshop, meals and camping for the weekend. OzarkTrackers.org or 267-0420.
THEATRESQUARED GALA FOR EDUCATION — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at 2217 N. College Ave. in Fayetteville. Dinner and wine reception, wine raffle and cabaret performance by Chris Crawford. Benefits the T2 for Education outreach program. $100 and up. theatre2.org/gala/.
FALL ANTIQUES SHOW AND SALE — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 19, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks in Eureka Springs. Wine and Cheese Preview 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 18. Informal antique appraisal fair Sunday with Carlette Fredrickson Mertes. $10 for three items; proceeds benefit Polio Plus. EurekaSpringsAntiqueShows.com
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYMPHONY BAND AND WIND SYMPHONY CONCERT — 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $5. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
ESSA WINTERFEST FINE ARTS SHOW — noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 25 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 26 at the Inn of the Ozarks in Eureka Springs. 253-5384.
SANTA AND ELVES — 3 p.m. Nov. 25 at Basin Springs Park in Eureka Springs. Santa arrives at 5 p.m. to visit with children and give out goodie bags. Santa also available 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 26, Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. 244-5074.
SHAMELESS SEQUIN SOIREE — 7 to 10 p.m. Nov. 25 at The Queen Anne Mansion in Eureka Springs. Black tie optional. Benefits Eureka Springs School of the Arts. Advance purchase tickets required. $150 per couple. esartschool.com or 253-5384.
VILLAGE HOLIDAY LIGHTS — 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 26 at Pine Mountain Village in Eureka Springs. Christmas music, shopping, decorations, Santa and more. 253-2583.
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE — 12:30 to 4 p.m. Nov. 27 at the Rogers Historical Museum. Refreshments, crafts and exhibit opening. rogersarkansas.com/museum or 621-1154.
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS INSPIRATIONAL CHORALE — 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. $5. waltonartscenter.org or 443-5600.
ARNOLD BEZUYEN AND JURA MARGULIS DUO RECITAL — 8 p.m. Nov. 29 at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Reception to follow. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
SILVER TEA — Dec. 1 at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs. With the Women of St. James, benefiting Hospice Angels. Reservations required. 253-7333.
BATTLE OF PRAIRIE GROVE RE-ENACTMENT — Dec. 1-2 at Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. Tours through Union, Confederate and civilian camps, and other period demonstrations. Battle begins at 1 p.m. both days. Free. $5 per vehicle for parking. ArkansasStateParks.com/PrairieGroveBattlefield or 846-2990.
LIVING WINDOWS — 3 p.m. and LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE — 6 p.m. Dec. 2 in downtown Eureka Springs. Costumed characters in windows, and floats, band and more in the parade. 253-8737.
BLOCK STREET HOLIDAY ART SALE — 7 to 9 p.m. Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3, and noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 3 at GoodFolk, 229 N. Block St. in Fayetteville. Works by local artists including Don House, Marie Demeroukas, Karen Chotkowski, Michelle Berg-Vogel, Debra DuBois, Susan Shore, Victoria McKinney, Cindy Arsaga, Elizabeth Nevin, Faye Alter, and Vajra Engber. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. debradee@cox.net.
“THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER” — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2-3 and 3 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. $9-$20. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“A CHRISTMAS STORY” — 8 p.m. Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 8-10, and 2 p.m. Dec. 4 and Dec. 11 at the Rogers Little Theater. $9.50-$25. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
SANTA’S FUN RUN — 8 a.m. Dec. 3 from Basin Park Hotel in Eureka Springs. 244-5074.
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 3 at Prairie Grove Battlefield. Period reenactments include cooking, lace making, spinning, weaving, military camp life, drills and more. Free. ArkansasStateParks.com/PrairieGroveBattlefield or 846-2990.
PRESERVATION SOCIETY TOUR OF HOMES — 3 to 8 p.m. Dec. 3 in Eureka Springs. With costumed docents to discuss homes and decorations. 253-9582.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT — Dec. 3 at AUD in Eureka Springs. With John Two-Hawks and the Benton County School of the Arts Choir. theaud.com or 253-7788.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY — 6 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs. Thirty trees decorated by local non-profits. Also free Christmas films and live holiday music Dec. 4-10. 253-9766.
“THE SANTALAND DIARIES” BY DAVID SEDARIS — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8-10 at the UARK Ballroom in Fayetteville. For adults. $10; cash bar. CeramicCowProductions.org.
JURA MARGULIS PIANO STUDIO RECITAL — 8 p.m. Dec. 8 at the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Concert Hall. Reception to follow. Free. music.uark.edu or 575-4701.
“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8-10, Dec. 15-17, Dec. 22-24, and Dec. 29-31, 2 p.m. Dec. 10-11, Dec. 17-18, Dec. 21, Dec. 24, Dec. 31 through Jan. 1, and 7 p.m. Dec. 11, Dec. 18 and Jan. 1 at TheatreSquared at Nadine Baum Studios in Fayetteville. No performance Dec. 25. $22-$28. theatre2.org or 443-5600.
CHRISTMAS BALL — 7 to 11 p.m. Dec. 9 at the Basin Park Hotel in Eureka Springs. Benefits the Eureka Springs Historical Museum. Wine, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, and dancing with the Jack Mitchell Band. 253-9417.
MERRY MUSIC & HOLIDAY CHEER — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. $8-$16. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
ARKANSAS WINDS HOLIDAY CONCERT — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. Free. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“WIT” — 8 p.m. Jan. 6-7 and 2 p.m. Jan. 8 at the Rogers Little Theater. $10. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
JIM COSGROVE AND THE HICCUPS — 10 a.m. Jan. 14 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. “Kid Rocker Extraordinaire” performs. For Kids. $8-$16. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“DIAL M FOR MURDER” — 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3-4 and Feb. 12-11, and 3 p.m. Feb. 5 and Feb. 12 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. $9-$20. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“HAIRSPRAY” — 8 p.m. Feb. 10-11, Feb. 16-18 and Feb. 23-25, and 2 p.m. Feb. 12, Feb. 19 and Feb. 26 at the Rogers Little Theater. Valentine’s Spectacular on Feb. 14. $9.50-$25. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
“ANON(YMOUS)” — 8 p.m. Feb. 24-25 and Feb. 29 through March 3, and 2 p.m. Feb. 26 and March 49 at the University Theatre in Fayetteville. Directed by Kiara Pipino. $7-$16 for the public; free to $3 for UA students with ID. drama.uark.edu or 575-4752.
“IF YOU GIVE A MOUSE A COOKIE” — 3 p.m. March 3-4 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. For Kids $8-$16. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
KISS A PIG GALA — March 3 at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers. diabetes.org/nwakissapig.
HARMONY: ARKANSAS STORIES, MUSIC AND THEN SOME — 7:30 p.m. March 9 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. $8-$16. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“NO SEX PLEASE, WE’RE BRITISH” — 8 p.m. April 13-14 and April 19-21, and 2 p.m. April 15 and April 22 at the Rogers Little Theater. Valentine’s Spectacular on Feb. 14. $9.50-$42, additional fee for dinner. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
“BOOK OF DAYS” — 7:30 p.m. April 20-21 and April 26-27, and 3 p.m. April 22 and April 28 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. $9-$20. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“CABARET” — 8 p.m. April 20-21 and April 25-28, and 2 p.m. April 22 and April 29 at the University Theatre in Fayetteville. Directed by Amy Herzberg. $7-$16 for the public; free to $3 for UA students with ID. drama.uark.edu or 575-4752.
“WHY TORTURE IS WRONG, AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM” — 8 p.m. April 27-28 and 2 p.m. April 29 at the Rogers Little Theater. $10. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
SPRING SING — 7:30 p.m. May 5 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. With the ACO Chorale and Youth Choir. $8-$16. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
MADE IN THE USA — 3 p.m. May 6 at the Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St. in Springdale. Pieces by American composers with the Arkansas Winds Community Concert Band. $8-$16. artscenteroftheozarks.org or 751-5441.
“GOD OF CARNAGE” — 8 p.m. June 1-2 and June 7-9, and 2 p.m. June 3 and June 10 at the Rogers Little Theater. $9.50-$42, additional fee for dinner. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
“RANT” — 8 p.m. June 15-16 and 2 p.m. June 17 at the Rogers Little Theater. $10. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
“CHICAGO” — 8 p.m. July 1-2, Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11, and 2 p.m. July 29, Aug. 5 and Aug. 12 at the Rogers Little Theater. $9.50-$25, additional fee for dinner. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.
“OLIVER” — 7 p.m. May 10-11, 2 and 7 p.m. May 12, and 2 p.m. May 13 at the Rogers Little Theater. Special Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday. $9.50-$25, additional fee for dinner. rogerslittletheater.org or 631-8988.

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No Comments 27 October 2011

Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

ARIES: It’s important to be scrupulous when handling other people’s money, possessions. It’s most important if one holds another’s heart. Total trust is involved here and you cannot fall out of anyone’s trust. If investing scrutinize all angles. Before deciding study and consult with solari.com.

TAURUS: It’s time to be with those you love, perhaps your one and only, or perhaps your closest friend, partner, business associate, someone who tugs a bit at your heart, someone you would enjoy being with for a long time, someone you’re relaxed with, who knows your secrets and doesn’t care, or perhaps knows no secrets about you and likes you anyway. You need to be together for a while. Don’t worry about tension or disharmony. Harmony’s on the way.

GEMINI: There’s a tremendous amount of work to be completed and then new work appears. Sometimes there are misunderstandings at work, especially now with Scorpio influences and it could be with a work partner so be careful with communication and don’t leave anyone behind or think everyone or anyone understands you. Talk, communicate, listen, then talk some more ’til understanding appears.

CANCER: You need to go out and about. You need friends to be with You need to have fun. Think about choosing pleasure over work. You need to consider what creative sorts of events would relax you and make you laugh out loud. You need less restriction, less discipline, less worry and fretfulness. The world is the same whether we worry or not. Now what would be fun for you? Who can you share fun with?

LEO: The home seems to be the focus once again during this new moon time, a time for clearing out, cleaning, eliminating, storing, redecorating or at least moving a few furniture pieces around to make your home feel different, more comfortable or clear. Do you need to remove dark drapes or objects? What does your home need? Also, are you bringing work home that is interfering with private time? There’s still a secret there, somewhere.

VIRGO: Are you still agitated, edgy, a bit impatient and restless? What in your town, village, community, neighborhood can you connect with, assist, serve and be available for? You are the right person, especially this month, to work with Transition Initiative. It’s time to meet new people you’ve never seen before and to bring forth all hidden aspects of self you’ve kept under wraps for protection and safeguarding. That’s over.

LIBRA: Tend carefully to money, resources, bills, insurance, savings, investments. Shift your portfolio to a place of safety. It’s good for you (and Aries) to read everything everyday on solari.com. Read about their investment opportunities. I write this because Scorpio, the planet of resources, is in your house of money. Is there a need to change how and where your money is spent? Do you need a budget? Do you feel free yet from the past?

SCORPIO: All the planets have tumbled into your sign and sometimes that’s a relief and sometimes it’s too much scrutiny and too many feelings to cope with. Usually you follow strict routines to soothe the reality that life is one moment death and the next regeneration. New mental revelations will occur, releasing you from restrictions and presenting possibilities. A new sense of self emerges. Still mysterious, still deep, but — different.

SAGITTARIUS: You turn inward a bit more. There’s less striding about, chest out, seeking the social activities that provide you with insight. As you turn inward, spiritual realizations appear that could not have come forward before. Jupiter, your very own planet of expansiveness (and sometimes of just too much of everything), is guiding you toward understanding others more. The result of this is compassion, the religion of the Dalai Lama.

CAPRICORN: Perhaps surprisingly lots of friends, and those who want to be your friend, will show up or call or invite you over or think about you a leader who shows compassion and kindness and as someone they would want to follow and have guidance from. It’s also possible that you realize you need a group to belong to, that allows opportunities for your gifts to emerge. Should you begin that group yourself?

AQUARIUS: Things you’ve only dreamed about concerning professional status, recognition (even if it’s self recognition) seem to come forth easily now, and your originality is applauded along with your consistency. This is something very interesting for Aquarius, who is ruled by the rebel, Uranus. However, your roots are stable, traditions are important because you make those traditions up as you go. You are preparing for the future somehow?

PISCES: Are you planning a journey? It’s a long and arduous healing journey, either in real time, dreamtime or future time. Something new is initiated. Something’s given. Something from the past ends. Be observant of these. A deeper intimacy happens between you and another in real time, dreamtime or a future possible time. You are assisted by specific and special angels. Eat well. Have fun. Be happy.

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