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Entertainment Fort Smith

November 2013

Making a place at the table for everyone It was really nice this month to have two feature stories about young people leading the effort to see that people in our community do not go hungry.

Frequently in the month of November, this magazine has included a story or an appeal for donations to food banks and agencies who provide meals. The cadre of workers who fight hunger make these efforts continuously, daily.

Often, we who are fortunate enough to be looking forward to a hearty Thanksgiving feast are only jarred by the thought of food insecurity when this holiday comes around.

Our local food banks, church food programs and charitable agencies are sustained mainly by adults, especially the volunteer organizations. In two of our stories, a young adult and even younger students in the Greenwood schools, when they became aware of the rate of food insecurity in our area, were the ones who acted.

Out in Los Angeles, young Josiah Hawley is a very busy, rising musician doing all he can (literally, with only the help of his wife, Hana) to advance his career in music. After he appeared earlier this year on television’s talent show “The Voice,” he gained the best shot of his lifetime so far to capitalize on this exposure and secure a solid footing in the entertainment industry. This is his moment.

But when Ken Kupchick of the River Valley Food Bank pitched Josiah to do a benefit appearance here, Josiah was glad to carve out the time. As a child of a Fort Smith family with strong spiritual values, he even said he felt blessed to be asked. I was very impressed by Lynette and Bruce Hawley’s son and I know they are proud of him for many more reasons than his musical talents.

I also noted Ken’s kindness in planning the event in such a way to bring the young couple home for Thanksgiving, well before the concert.

The Greenwood project to engage all classes of the district to compete in a food drive came from a student, senior Anna McAfee. Her thought was to convert the hoopla of homecoming into something less wasteful than streamers and posters in the halls and the district’s administration and teachers got behind the idea in a big way.

Calculating the canned food they collected could serve 3.5 people per can, the 6,155 cans the students gathered will contribute to more than 18,000 meals. Maybe this will become a tradition at Greenwood and maybe it will catch on at other schools, too. It is heartening to see the next generation step up.

Our new contributing writer, Candise Montemayor, wrote the Greenwood article and proposed a fascinating story that she had discovered. She overheard Kristin Armstrong mention her “underground” house and chased down a really unique piece. Thanks, Candise!

It’s so great to be surprised in our own pages by something new!

I have special thanks in this month of concentrated gratitude (hat tip to John Northrip) to our friend J.P. Bell.

Knowing J.P. is like having a wishing well or fairy photog-father. When we decided to find out what prolific artist Ralph Irwin was working on, be darned if J.P. hadn’t already taken gorgeous images of Ralph’s project. (They are long-time friends.) Thank you, J.P. for again being almost mystically helpful and generous.

Once again because of the crazy production calendar we must meet to get this issue to you, we’re talking turkey before we’ve even snarfed any Halloween candy. We have even been decorating for Christmas with the Junior League. Hope it give you lots of choices for fun this month.

– Lynn Wasson

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The arc of this art project is mind-bending Versatile artist Ralph Irwin is creating variations on a theme of 180 degrees.

Josiah Hawley, competitor on “The Voice,” comes home The Fort Smith singer we rooted for gives a hometown concert to fight hunger.

Homecoming becomes a caring harvest in Greenwood GHS Homecoming was also a time when students competed to feed their neighbors.

A cornerstone memorializes U.S. Marshals With ceremonies and events to honor the fallen, the new museum works without walls.

A daughter’s delight in her dad’s unusual home Kristin Armstrong loves the home her father built and her family filled with memories.

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HOT STUFF with LINDA SEUBOLD The writing and reading of two little ones is dear (or is it a bear?) to behold.

GARDENING with REBA MIZE You can’t eat tulips – plant garlic in November for a flavorful spring.

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SHOP TIL YOU DROP The Junior League of Fort Smith presents its 20th annual Holiday Market.

WHAT’S COOKING? with KRISTAN ROLAND Everything pumpkin – from bread to cookies to cupcakes.

SWEET TREATS The variety of clever cookie cakes is endless at Great American Cookies.

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MUSIC & PERFORMANCE Broadway shows, the Fort Smith Symphony and holiday performances.

CRAFTS & CALENDAR FOR KIDS Children’s handprints make up an easy family tree craft.

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Junior League members (clockwise from top right) Kym Phelps, Terra Harmon, Ashley Wisdom and Ashley Ahlert, president, preparing for Holiday Market at their Marble Hall headquarters.

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BY LINDA SEUBOLD

Seeing through a child’s eyes Having a holiday once a year that reminds all of us in this country to be thankful for our many blessings is a good thing. But it’s really not hard to find something to be thankful for every day.

Some days, it’s something as unexpected as a story our second-grade granddaughter wrote about a good deed she witnessed or a friend describing how her autistic 3-year-old is able to “read” this magazine by recognizing words and images he is learning in pre-kindergarten that top my things-to-be-thankful-for list.

When our granddaughter Sarah’s class at Union Christian Academy recently was assigned to write about something interesting or fun they recently had enjoyed doing, she wrote about her mom and dad, Sunday and Greg Leding, taking her to the Sebastian County Fair in Greenwood.

Sarah readily admits animals are “pretty much” her favorite thing and her favorite TV channel is Animal Planet. So, I wasn’t surprised she wrote about some of the animals she saw and got to pet at the fair, including a rare panda cow and a beautiful young bull his owner named Frosty – “because the grayishwhite markings on his brown coat look like frost,” Sarah informed me.

Although Sarah enjoys a good steak as much as anyone else I know, she was sad to hear that Frosty’s young owner was upset when it came time to let the bull he had helped raise from its birth be auctioned at the fair to be turned into steaks, roasts and hamburger. But then ... well, you can read the happy ending to Sarah’s short story below, which she gave me permission to print:

A delighted Sarah riding on the back of Frosty.

I am delighted that most of or our 11 grandchildren like to write and that all of them enjoy reading. And, so does the son of my good friend and neighbor Vanessa Fry. Garon, the very bright, active 3-year-old of Vanessa and her husband, Dustin, has an autism spectrum disorder. But he is always eager to read and learn something new with his classmates at Kibois pre-K classes in Arkoma.

“We read at home together every day, too, and he especially enjoys reading ‘Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?’ – a book he reads every day at school and never gets tired of,” Vanessa told me.

Mom and dad drove me to the Sebastian Fair. I saw a Panda Cow. There’s only 25 left! And they’re short. Then I saw goats. One was short, really short!

Then I petted it. Then somebody asked me to ride their bull but they sold it and it was going to be killed. I rode him his name was Frosty but we saved him! Somebody else bought him that wouldn’t kill him! And you can ride him like a horse.

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Garon reading his Entertainment Fort Smith.

“One afternoon last month when I had to quit reading with him so I could start dinner, I saw him pick up the ‘E’ magazine you had given me that day. To my surprise, he started calling out names of animals he had been reading about in his ‘Brown Bear’ book.”

So, she grabbed a marker and started circling the images Garon was pointing out in our magazine’s stories and ads.

“He found a red bird, yellow duck, white dog and goldfish. He also spotted a horse and a cat, even though they weren’t the same color as the blue horse and purple cat in his book,” Vanessa explained. “He also found several women similar to the moms with kids pictured in his ‘Brown Bear’ book, except his picks all had short hair like mine. He forgets nothing, which can be good or bad. I think he may be turning Entertainment Fort Smith into his own ‘Where’s Waldo.’”

The only images Garon couldn’t find in our magazine similar to those in his favorite book were a black sheep, a green frog and a brown bear. If his mom keeps letting him “read” us, he may even spot those in future issues.

Sometimes its takes noticing the little things our children, and grandchildren, enjoy to remind us of how blessed we still are to live in America – and how much we have to be thankful for.

My blurred but happy memory of Thanksgiving Day last year is getting to visit briefly with my husband and some of our children and grandchildren during the earliest days of my battle with multiple myeloma cancer at UAMS hospital in Little Rock.

This year, being alive and at home with my husband as I regain my health with the help of loving family members, friends, co-workers and care givers tops my things-to-be-thankful-for list – which is a very long list, indeed.

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ART EXHIBIT

One shape, three ways.

Maple 180 with walnut trim.

The shape he’s in

An exhibit of Ralph Irwin’s variations on a theme shows his creativity with repurposed industrial wooden forms

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ot a song in stuck in your head? Ralph Irwin has a shape stuck in his – and all his thoughts are totally tubular. For more than a year, he has literally worked in circles, finding as many ways as possible to use a “found” element: half-round, laminated maple pieces he calls 180s.

A Center for Art and Education exhibit in November and December will show the many ways the artist has wrought the wooden 180s into something new – art pedestals, architectural columns, light fixtures, tables, chairs, cabinets and sculptural pieces.

All of the exhibit pieces are made with the same semi-circular, wooden tube as their primary building block. Irwin likened the process to playing with Lincoln Logs or Legos – a fundamental unit of shape used at different sizes, joined together and turned in many different directions.

“Sometimes I wake up at night thinking about it,” said Irwin, who has filled his sketchbooks with ideas for objects made of the arcs of wood.

“I never thought of myself as being a repurposer, but now I realize

I’ve been doing it my whole life,” he observed.

Irwin’s sketchbooks contain page after page of concept drawings of items made with the curved maple. Paper models are the next step.

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ART EXHIBIT mosaic glass tile to them, trimming them with other woods, installing lighting inside to shine through openings.

With his friend and collaborator Jim Beshears, also a skilled woodworker, Irwin has pushed the limits of the wooden 180s by cutting them at different angles and then re-joining the cut sections to create furniture and sculpture. Miniature mock-ups of designs stand on his worktables for ideas – many he has made real.

“I chose to call this Neo-Deco or the new deco. These forms are timeless,” he said. Irwin also is inspired by the mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames, whose Venice, Calif., workshop he once visited as a college student. The 1956 Eames Lounge Chair, made of three shells of curved plywood, is an iconic design still in production by the Herman Miller company.

Irwin would like to give back to Appleton and ADKO by collaborating with the company. ADKO’s precision laser and water-jet cutting tools could perhaps also be used to mass-produce pieces of furniture or art from what is their discarded material, he said.

“For the exhibit, they’re cutting pieces of granite for me, with their industrial water-jet cutter – interesting shapes cut perfectly,” he explained. “Their tools, if they ever wanted to repurpose them, could be used to cut decorative designs into the wood surfaces.”

Irwin praised Appleton’s generosity and curiosity in giving him the 180s. “They don’t have time to think outside the box, but I want to thank him for releasing literally thousands of dollars worth of their materials into my hands to play with,” he said.

Irwin also is appreciative of a group of collaborators. Along with Beshears, artists, artisans and craftsmen Duane Heidelberg, Ralph Baker, Jaak Kindberg, Alice Franke, Ed Reeves, Bill Harper and Roberta Cardew will have works in the exhibit or have contributed to the project.

Ralph Irwin with a maple 180.

Irwin’s art has always been inventive. He has utilized wood carving in the creation of massive wooden wall friezes, etched glass, sculpted large pieces in wood and metal, done sculptural ceramic works applied architecturally and also paints atmospheric murals, just to name a few.

This project began when a manufacturer gave Irwin the raw materials.

ADKO Inc. of Fort Smith uses the bent-wood forms to precision-craft rotary cutting dies for corrugated sheets that are cut and printed to make three-dimensional packaging.

Lost? Lee Hardcastle of ADKO gave an analogy of the wringer of an old-fashioned washing machine. As flat, corrugated paper runs between two rollers, steel-rule cutters embedded in the maple halfcircles crease or cut the paper precisely so that the flat corrugated material can be folded into custom packaging. The other roller of the “wringer” is clad with an ink mat that prints the paper.

ADKO “tools” the maple rollers with the cutting dies and printing mat according to precise computerized designs. The pieces are then sent to the client, who puts the rollers on a press and prints the boxes.

The maple 180s given to Irwin by owner Dick Appleton of ADKO are “cutoffs,” leftover lengths of the material for which the company has no further use. “It was destined for dumpsters,” Irwin said.

The maple surface of the bent, laminated wood is clear, hard and has an extremely smooth surface. In fact, one “as is” 180 standing on end with a flat top placed upon it makes a handsome pedestal or side table. But to Irwin, that simple design was only a start.

He recently walked through his Van Buren gallery and woodshop pointing out the creative ways he has altered the maple 180s, applying

Three maple forms on the worktable, becoming something new.

The opening reception of the exhibit is from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 3. The exhibit will be open from Nov. 1-Dec. 17 at the Center for Art and Education, 104 North 13th Street, Van Buren, Ark. Ralph Irwin Studio is at 627 Main Street, Van Buren.

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e’s our guy climbing the ladder to success as an entertainer – and Josiah Hawley’s Fort Smith fans, friends and very proud family think he’s going to the top. After talking to Entertainment Fort Smith about an upcoming hometown concert and his recent experience on NBC TV’s “The Voice,” we’re convinced he may be unstoppable.

Due to 21st century entertainment culture, Josiah’s steps up the show business ladder have been broadcast to the world. He was chosen to appear on Bravo’s “Make Me a Supermodel” in 2008 as one of 35 starting contestants, where he won his way to an onscreen appearance, but was eliminated after making it to the first episode.

He continued to pursue his modeling career and enjoy it, while putting together a band and working on original songs. Music is his greater ambition, he said, but he also loves modeling. He has worked from coast to coast and in Milan and Berlin, appearing for clients from mass retailer Kohl’s to the high fashion label Diesel. His Facebook page is dotted with advertising images posted by friends who spotted his face in magazines or newspaper circulars.

Appearing on “The Voice” was not on his radar until he met Anthony Evans, a contemporary Christian artist and former contestant on the show. Evans encouraged him to audition, Josiah said. “He asked me, ‘How often are you going to get in front of 15 million people?’”

“I kind of made a deal with myself that if the doors were flung wide open, I’d know I was supposed to be on the show,” he said.

And they did open. Josiah appeared at the beginning of the season in the pack of 73 hopeful singers. Unseen by the television audience, he had started the process in January, advancing through the initial public “cattle call” to get there – where he was still in peril of being eliminated in a televised, first-round audition.

On his first television appearance March 26, only his wife, Hana, his parents, Bruce and Lynette Hawley of Fort Smith, and his six siblings and their families really knew the hard work it had taken for Josiah to win a place onstage on the popular prime-time program. Josiah and Hana married in 2006 after meeting in church and have supported one another’s careers with prayer and shared optimism. He has traveled extensively for his modeling work, time spent apart. They decided together to move to Los Angeles from Nashville recently to put Josiah where he needs to be to pursue music – to try for a shot at success.

“There is no way I could have done it without her,” he avowed.

His “shot” was to sing – live – to four celebrity musician judges who sat with their backs turned, only listening.

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Josiah Hawley lends his voice to Food Bank

The judges – Adam Levine of Maroon 5; country star Blake Shelton, pop singer/dancer Shakira and R&B artist/producer Usher – are to be enticed to spin around to watch the singer. One judge may then choose the singer for his or her team. If multiple judges turn around, the artist may choose among them to join a team. Each judge hopes to mentor and coach a team member who will ultimately win the season’s contest.

Josiah boldly chose to sing “Sunday Morning” in the presence of Levine, the hit song’s original lead vocalist – and gave an exciting performance with enormous audience response. Shelton spun around first, followed by Usher and finally, Levine himself. Josiah had the good fortune to have three coaches try to recruit him – and chose to join Usher’s team.

From then through the end of the contest’s season, Josiah recalls that he hardly had time to think. Almost two months were taken up with a whirlwind of rehearsals and taping of performances.

“They kept us so, so busy – it was literally a seven-day shooting schedule,” he explained. “If we had the day off, I'm going to try to get some sleep, get a nap in, I'm going to work out a little but I have to practice!”

In his four appearances on the show, Josiah performed several solo songs. He reached the Top 10 before being cut, but was asked to perform two more ensemble numbers, one with Usher, in the season finale.

During the airing of the show, watchers weighed in over social media to support the singers they liked best and his fans’ votes alone advanced him in one round of the show. That public attention started the night the first show aired. He was driving home for a watch party with Hana and friends when his cell phone “blew up.”

“I didn’t know what was happening,” he said, “until I realized the show was airing on the East Coast! I had to pull over, it was just going crazy!”

The onslaught of online support continued beyond his ability to even begin to keep up one-on-one, although the contestants were coached by producers to interact with their fans over Facebook and Twitter. His online videos were seen over a million times.

It was exciting but also overwhelming, he said. “I was seeing comments from all over the world! Brazil, Vietnam, Thailand,” he recalled.

His reaction was, “Are you kidding me right now? London?

Australia? Some messages said, ‘We're seeing it a week late, I hope you're still on the show next week!’”

Lots of the online support was from friends and his large family.

“I knew for sure that my parents were having viewing parties – I knew there were a lot of people watching and supporting me at home,” he said in gratitude. Of course, he managed to talk with his parents, but not with every hometown friend who sent messages. “Occasionally, I would get to reply and I did my best to read as many as I could.” He left the show with an online fan base of thousands, his parting reward the asset he has been working to capitalize on ever since.

If anything, he is busier now than when he was on the program.

“During the show, they have you scheduled,” he explained. “In a way, it was extremely crazy, but they e-mail it to you the day before and you have to stick to it. After the show, you are on your own. That's what gets crazy. I have to write songs, be meeting new people and producers, meeting with managers and speaking with record labels. It ends up becoming more overwhelming after the show. I'm speaking with entertainment lawyers in the meantime for their recommendations.”

Josiah will be releasing a Christmas EP and a solo EP in January, both self-produced. Preview videos are already online. He has accomplished these without management or a record label, although his carefully weighed management signing may be drawing closer, he said.

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NOVEMBER 30 Even while focused on making the most of this career moment, Josiah recently took off a few days for a mission trip to Tijuana, Mexico, to help a friend rebuild a church.

“Sometimes it gets to the point where you're working on business or career – all of that is wonderful stuff and what I need to be doing but, at the same time, there needs to be an element of service,” he said. “At the end of the day, my career is for others. It's not for me, it's for others. I need to make sure I'm not losing sight of that. It’s always important to take yourself out of this equation. It's a great refresher.”

Besides being excited to be able to have Thanksgiving with the whole Hawley family at home in Fort Smith, Josiah is pleased that his performance here will help reduce hunger.

"I didn't realize there was such a great need in Fort Smith. I was speaking with Ken (Kupchick, of the River Valley Food Bank) about it and he told me three out of four people in school now need free lunches.

Great opportunity to raise not only awareness but to raise funds. I'm so grateful that he called me so I can be a part of something so wonderful.”

Making of ... Josiah’s Homecoming Concerts The River Valley Regional Food Bank is taking a daring plunge into show business, as well, to put on the Nov. 30 fundraising concert.

Ken Kupchick, director of marketing and development for the non-profit agency, said the idea came together around the idea of “family.”

“We’re about family – keeping households together and keeping them nourished,” he said. He pitched the idea as a performance but also to offer Josiah and Hana a way to be with their family on Thanksgiving. They have only been able to make one quick visit home since his TV appearance.

The Choctaw Casino at Pocola, Okla., cooperated by agreeing to hold its first-ever fundraising dinner at its Center Stage venue. Seats are sold through table sponsorships for the dinner concert, which Kupchick described as a three-course meal, and a second, midnight all-ages concert for only $20, for younger people and all of Josiah’s fans to attend.

“We’re clearing the room, resetting the seats for more standing room and opening up the doors for everyone, affordably,” he said.

Pre-show Meet & Greet with Josiah 10 hand-crafted serving bowls by Mudpuppy Pottery, Peter Lippincott Event Poster Recognition 10 autographed posters T-shirts, Valet Parking, 10 drink tickets

Photographer: William Callan

Wardrobe/Stylist: Andrea Sangun

Grooming: Crystal Liz

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Seniors Kylie Cleavenger (left) and Anna McAfee.

Kids with a Can-Do Attitude

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omecoming is an exciting part of the high school experience for many students in Greenwood. It’s a time for school spirit and youthful enthusiasm to shine while making lasting memories. This year, however, the district wanted to do more: They wanted to make a lasting impact on their community while giving thanks for all they have. Together, the Greenwood School District collected 6,155 nonperishable food items to donate to local food pantries.

“One can of green beans can feed 3.5 people,” said JoLynn Dixon, Greenwood High School counselor. “If we take that same principal and apply that to the total we collected, we have potentially helped fill the stomachs of 18,438 people. How amazing is that!”

Dixon was approached by high school senior Anna McAfee about how homecoming might become a time to gather community resources to fight hunger. Both had similar summer experiences learning about world hunger at leadership workshops. McAfee had attended Arkansas Governor’s School and what she learned there left a lasting impression.

During an exercise to educate attendants about world hunger, McAfee received a plate of rice and a cup of water for lunch, along with a card that told her she was part of the 57 percent that get the same as the equivalent of a meal.

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Juniors Cherise Robison (from left), Emma Shortes, Jordan Robison, Colton Sims, Macy Webb, Lindsey Allen, Tanner Cooper, Conner Ciesla

“I sat down and the person next to me had an empty plate and another person had a whole plate of food and I started to feel that this is a real problem,” said McAfee. “I thought, ‘This is happening right here,’ and, ‘What if I did something about it?’”

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McAfee said is shouldn’t be a privilege as to whether someone gets to eat. She was allowed to do a presentation to all classes that included 800 brown paper sacks that held either a food coupon, crackers or nothing at all, along with a pamphlet with information on hunger statics and how to help. It resonated with her fellow students the same way it had impacted her.

Traditionally, there has been a high school project connected to homecoming. Student leadership decided this year to have one called “The Great Odyssey.” The challenge was to collect the most non-perishable food from Sept. 9-27, including all grades in the district.

Greenwood High School principal Jerry Efurd said Dixon approached him with the idea of the can drive as a homecoming competition.

“In the past, we have done everything from a parade to decorating halls,” he said. “Their approach this year was, ‘We don’t want to see all that money go to waste,’ and, ‘What can we do to put it to good use?’”

Efurd said the idea received strong student support and school spirit became the spirit of giving thanks and giving back.

Each high school class built a display made of the food they collected. They were judged by community leaders and the winners were announced at the pep rally. Each project was built on a trailer so it could be taken to the track at the homecoming football game for all to see before being distributed to local food pantries.

“They did an outstanding job with the food collection exhibits, each were unique ideas and had separate themes,” he said. “It all goes back to quality of the kids. Our community is very active and that commitment transfers to the kids, as well. It makes you proud to be a part of it.”

Additional donations were collected at the game where those who brought two food items or a $5 donation were given a T-shirt for the first 500 who participated. The junior class was declared the winners of the food display exhibition completion.

Junior Cherise Robison said, though it was great to win the completion, that’s not really what it was all about.

“Instead of thinking we are going to beat the other teams, we were thinking – look at how many people were are going to be able to feed,” said Robison. “You don’t realize what one can can do.”

Colton Sims, also a junior, has similar feelings, “As long as somebody gets a meal, I think that is the important thing.”

Sophomore Jax Burgess was impressed with the project total and summed up the food drive

Sophomores Jax Burgess, Chyna Clements and Maddie Goodner

experience, “We thought we would get a lot of cans but we didn’t realize as a district how many people we would be able to feed.”

Senior students visited each of the elementary schools and junior high school locations to pick up their can collections. At each stop, the seniors took time to visit with classrooms and thank everyone for their generous donations.

Food Collections numbers before the game collections came in Westwood – 1,241 East Pointe – 1,653 East Hills – 359 + $60 Junior High – 884 High School – 1,131

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A conceptual drawing of the future Hall of Honor in the U.S. Marshals Museum, with images and names of the fallen.

Fallen officers will be honored with a cornerstone for one hall of the future U.S. Marshals Museum

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he U.S. Marshals Museum will present two days of special events Nov. 8-9 surrounding a ceremony to honor the heroes of yesterday and today and to dedicate the cornerstone of the Hall of Honor at the site of the future U.S. Marshals Museum on the banks of the Arkansas River in downtown Fort Smith.

The public is invited to attend the dedication along with distinguished guests, descendants of marshals and deputy marshals, donors and supporters of the national museum that will tell the story of the nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency. Several other programs held Nov. 8-9 also are for the public.

Fort Smith won the honor of being the location of this future national museum after a multi-year campaign to persuade the U.S. Marshals Service to choose this city, where historically the greatest number of deputy marshals were killed in the line of duty.

While serving the Federal Court of the Western District of Arkansas, the U.S. marshals at Fort Smith were the only law enforcement agency with jurisdiction over the Indian Territories – an area of more than 74,000 square miles. The Arkansas River was the border between the United States and the territory beyond.

In the pursuit to arrest and bring to trial suspects who tried to escape justice in the vast Indian Territories, more than 119 deputy marshals were killed. That grim count represents more than half the number of deputy marshals killed in all of the history of the U.S. Marshals Service to date.

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The Hall of Honor will memorialize all Marshals Service personnel who died in service. It is one of four themed areas in the future museum, which will contain exhibit areas on “America Divided,” “Frontier Marshals” and “Marshals Today,” according to its master plan.

The Hall of Honor has been planned to contain the name and story of the more than 200 Marshals and Deputy Marshals who have fallen in the line of duty, including a photograph if available. An adjacent memorial garden will be a place of reflection about the fallen and the ideals of justice, integrity and service, the values of the U.S. Marshals Service.

“We've been talking about the new museum and its many features for so long now, we will now have something visible, something to actually look at and put our hands on before construction begins,” museum board president Judge Jim Spears said, “even though it's just a hint of what's coming when the museum is fully funded and built.”

The Nov. 8-9 programs tie together U.S. Marshal actions taken in the Indian Territories in 1872, along with a tour that will give a survey of the history of the self-government and culture of the Cherokee Nation during a day trip to Tahlequah, Okla., the Cherokee capital.

As it was when Fort Smith citizens and its history community held a “Bring It Home!” campaign win selection for the Marshals Museum, events also are being held throughout the city’s other historical institutions to celebrate the Hall of Honor dedication.

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Nov. 8: Visiting the Cherokee Nation Travel to the Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah, Okla., for a day of programs. Learn about the Goingsnake Massacre from descendants of those involved. The incident in which seven deputy marshals died occurred at the Cherokee Nation court trial of Zeke Proctor, a Cherokee man. A lunch of traditional Cherokee foods is included. A charter bus will transport participants between Fort Smith and Tahlequah. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person.

Night Court Re-enactment: Murder of a Deputy Marshal Witness a recreation of an actual trial that took place in Judge Parker's courtroom, concerning the 1885 murder of Deputy Marshal James Guy and three of his posse by suspected cattle rustlers, United States v. Ed Stein, Tom Lee, William Davidson. Reservations required, 479-226-3723. $5. 7 p.m. Fort Smith National Historic Site, 301 Parker Avenue, Fort Smith.

Nov. 9: Honoring the Fallen: Dedication of the Hall of Honor Cornerstone Remarks by Edwin Meese, U.S. Attorney General 1985-1988, and Howard Safir, New York City Police Commissioner, 1996-2000, and associate director of the U.S. Marshals Service, 1984-1990. 11 a.m.

Reservations are required. Call the U.S. Marshals Museum office at 479-709-3766 or by email: rsvp@usmarshalsmuseum.com.

Bass Reeves Celebration with Lunch and a Story at Clayton House Enjoy an outdoors hot dog lunch ($2.50), visit with Bass Reeves and tour the Clayton House Museum, starting at noon. Hear a reading/slide show of “Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U.S. Marshal” at 1 p.m. in the Community Room. Clayton House, 514 North 6th Street, Fort Smith.

Tahlequah, Okla., is the site of the Cherokee National Capitol and the Cherokee Heritage Center, where Diligwa, a 1710 Cherokee Village, is an outdoor living exhibit of stories and lifeways.

Deputy Marshal Bass Reeves, portrayed by Baridi Nkokheli, will be at the Nov. 9 Clayton House lunch and program following the Hall of Honor dedication. The Victorian house museum is the home of W.H.H. Clayton, U.S. Attorney in the Western District of Arkansas from 1874-1893, who prosecuted the suspects the deputy marshals were charged with bringing into Fort Smith for trial.

Hangings in Van Buren and Other Long-Lost Tales: The Federal Court of the Western District Before Judge Parker Before moving to Fort Smith, the Federal Court for the Western District of Arkansas was located in Van Buren. Tom Wing, UAFS assistant professor of history and director of the Drennen-Scott Historic Site, will share stories of this little-known aspect of our western Arkansas history, including hangings in Van Buren and the work of U.S. Marshal George Washington Knox. 3 p.m. Miller Branch Library, 8701 South 28th Street, Fort Smith.

NAGPRA: Its Context within our Community Enacted in 1990, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) is important legislation for Native Americans, the museum community and our nation as a whole.

Museum curator Connie Manning will discuss the history of NAGPRA, a case of the Fort Smith Museum of History’s compliance and offer guidance for the public for compliance with NAGPRA and other relevant state laws. 4 p.m. Fort Smith Museum of History, 320 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith.

Night Court Re-enactment: U.S. v. Stein, Lee and Davidson Second performance. $5. Reservations required, 479-226-3723. 6 p.m.

Fort Smith National Historic Site, 301 Parker Avenue, Fort Smith.

A strange twist: Years after the Goingsnake Massacre, the defendant Zeke Proctor, a Cherokee, joined the Marshals Service and his will be one of the stories told in the new museum. This conceptual drawing of the Frontier Marshals Hall includes an image of Proctor.

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A handcrafted home whose secrets and memories continue to delight the daughter who loves it

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d Williams worked in construction all his life, but he did more Armstrong now lives in the unique treasure he left behind and lovingly than build houses, he built a legacy for his family. In 1978, he shares the memories of her father’s grand design. She calls it heaven on awoke from a night filled with dreams and told his family he earth and says she is living the dream – thanks to her daddy. was building a log cabin. However, he said the largest portion of it “When I moved in, I found a calendar that was hung in 1980, the year would be hidden underground. he had finished the construction,” Armstrong said. “I had written on it, ‘I Sitting on 77 acres in Hackett, Ark., is Williams’ dream come to love this place.’ He never turned the calendar page or took it down. I have life. It took him two years and the help of a good friend to finish his since written, ‘I still love this place,’ and have left it hanging up.” project. The building is made of solid pine and stone, all designed and The home is brimming with more such stories and important selected with care and vision. family relics. A front bedroom is dedicated The “underground” home has an elevator entirely to family keepsakes. The wallpaper operated by a hoist, two fireplaces, a rockthat hangs in it was put in place by her embedded ceiling and a secret passageway grandmother and Armstrong has vowed to behind a mirror. The magical dwelling never take it down. served as a second home for the family for There are pieces of furniture that came to many years. Williams sometimes called it his the United States on a boat from Sweden, the “dog house,” where he would spend time bed her father was born in, dishes and dolls rebuilding his classic car collection. that belonged to her grandmothers on both Armstrong’s Hackett home presents an unassuming front – it drops over a hill under Four years ago, his daughter Kristin sides and even her daddy’s first milking stool. which some of the home is built.

Armstrong began what he teasingly called “a Everywhere you turn are objects that hostile takeover,” moving in and renovating Armstrong knows the history of by heart, portions of the building to suit her love of antiques and the outdoors. down to how each chip was made in every dish. She is a collector of “Growing up, I never really had an interest in the farm,” she said. “It antiques and of memories. just looked like a bunch of work. Mom and Dad would come on An artistic eye and love of collecting runs in the family. Throughout the Sundays and she’d look out from the sun room and dad would mow. underground portion of the house, sparkling rocks are inlaid in the ceiling.

He was really proud of this place. I am so glad we had time here again Many are bricks and colored stones Armstrong’s grandmother had before he passed this year. ” collected over the years during trips to New Mexico.

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When I moved, in I found a calendar that was hung in 1980, the year he had finished the construction,” Armstrong said. “I had written on it, ‘I love this place.’ He never turned the calendar page or took it down.

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Near the bed her father was born in is a treadle sewing machine and manual typewriter. The bed is made with vintage linens, quilts and embroidered pillows.

Armstrong peeks out from the secret passageway. The hidden door is in the room of vintage toys.

Armstrong takes the lift from the ground floor to the living room level.

“Many of Grandmother’s rocks – I am named after her, by the way – are in the garden that Daddy started and that I work in any chance I get. He worked all the time and didn’t get to do as much with the garden as he had wanted with it.” With a smile, she added she would soon need to bring in the okra crop that had been producing well this year.

One underground bedroom contains antique toys. Some belonged to her or her son and now the grandkids get to enjoy the very same childhood treasures when they come to visit. It is in this room that a large mirror gives way to one of the home’s distinctive features, a secret passageway.

With a gentle nudge in the right spot, it swings inward to a dead airspace hallway that runs the length of the home. The space was built to one day house a solar power unit, but for now it is used for storage and as a fun conversation piece.

Visitors also will find unusual touches such as cedar-lined closets, a bidet commode and a larger sunken tub.

“Everyone who comes for a visit seems to enjoy this place and I know that makes my dad happy,” Armstrong said.

She has hopes that someday perhaps one of her children will pick up where she leaves off and maybe in some small way she, too, can contribute to them living the dream and enjoying the family legacy.

A collection of Jadeite Fire King kitchenware on an antique cupboard.

— Story and photos by Candise Montemayor A love of collecting runs in her family and many objects also are memories.

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NOVEMBER 21-23

JUNIOR LEAGUE of FORT SMITH

Holiday Market 20th Anniversary of Shopping to Support Good Works in Our Area

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hree festive days Nov. 21-23 are an intense gift-buying experience for shoppers, but a year or more’s worth of support for projects of the Junior League of Fort Smith.

The service organization combines funds raised with volunteer work by its members, turning the revenues from full shopping bags into needed services for children and others in our community.

This is the 20th anniversary year of the market and during those two decades the Junior League has accomplished many beneficial projects. Displays at the market will remind shoppers of all the good work their purchases have helped to support, much of it for children.

The current focus for Junior League volunteers are children 14-18 who are “aging out” of the foster care system, according to Ashley Ahlert, current JLFS president, who sees these teenagers as a “silent population” at risk and in need of help to progress to productive, happy lives.

Although 18-year-olds who have been fostered but not adopted can stay in the system until age 21, they also are free to leave and live

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independently. Those who leave foster care are at high risk for unemployment, failure to complete school and homelessness.

The league has volunteered to teach life skills classes, mandated by the foster care system, to youth 14-18 to prepare them for the transition and encourage them to stay in the foster system until they are 21, so they may receive some assistance for education, jobs and housing.

Like any teenagers, these kids are chafing to start their lives and tired of classroom talk. It is a critical time for making a connection with them.

“Once they’re out, they can’t come back,” Ahlert said. “That’s why it is important we are doing classes – instead of an agency. We’re here because we want to be, not because we’re paid.”

The Junior League is developing a creative, hands-on approach to reach the teens and taking suggestions from the youth themselves.

“We don’t just talk about a budget, we may take them to a grocery store to pick out a meal within their budget and also prepare that meal,” she explained.

“There is no set curriculum for the entire state so we have been tasked by Transitional Youth Services in Little Rock, under DHS, to help develop this curriculum,” she said.

Besides helping establish an effective, statewide curriculum for life skills, the Junior League hopes to help develop safe and affordable housing options for transitioning foster teens.

“We also did research for the Children’s Emergency Shelter in the past,” Ahlert said.

Holiday Market is more than the chance to shop and socialize. The Junior League intends to leverage this entertaining holiday event into support for young people in our community to emerge into successful lives.

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The convention center becomes a tempting mall.

Holiday Market Highlights Nov. 21-23 General Shopping Hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21-22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 23: Shop dozens of booths for holiday items, jewelry, clothes, candies, cooking items and more. $5.

Nov. 21 Sip-N-See 10 a.m.-noon. Inspiring women of Arkansas will offer demonstrations and answer questions. Guests include photographer Wendy White, makeup artist LeAnn Nolewajka, quilter Jane Hartfield and painter Stephanie Lee. Beverages and pastries available.

Also, a chance to shop early! $15.

Nov. 21 Blast from the Past 6-10 p.m. Take a trip down memory lane and see the decades of impact the Junior League of Fort Smith has had on the community. Live and silent auctions include a day of pampering, a tropical vacation, hunting trip to Kansas and princessthemed birthday party. Live entertainment by Brandon White and delicious samples from local restaurants. $40.

Nov. 22 Girls' Night 6-10 p.m. Enjoy a live DJ, fashion show, signature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres plus exclusive shopping. Also, enter to win a $3,600 gift certificate from Newton's Jewelers. $30.

Nov. 23 Snacks with Santa 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. Kids get the chance to tell Santa what's on their wish list and pose for a photo keepsake. Live musical entertainment from the Brian Kinder Band, as well as holiday arts & crafts tables and fun with the balloon lady. $15.

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home & garden goodies

Oil-on-canvas pastel pig available at Creative Furnishings.

Wooden nutcrackers in a variety of uniform styles from Coleman Pharmacy.

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Nutcracker with ceramic squirrel holder, wicker cornucopia and vintage glass bottle from Belle Starr Antique Mall.

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home & garden goodies

Collegiate drinkware and pitcher available at Luther Stem Pools.

Seasonal liqueurs by Jägermeister and Evan Williams, Rogue Farms Pumpkin Patch Ale and Fulton’s Harvest Pumpkin Pie Cream Liqueur found at In Good Spirits.

Child's recliner available in many different fabric options from Furniture Emporium.

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home & garden goodies Fresh Christmas greens can be customized at Neumeier Nursery and Florist.

Pop-up cards for all occasions from Mailbox Express.

Paper maché deer head, applique pillow and fringed throw available at Now & Then Shoppe.

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Pumpkin pillows found at Marcia Cooksey Interiors.

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home & garden goodies

Gourmet relishes, marmalades, chutneys and seasonings available at Paul’s Meat Market.

Five-piece antique iron fireplace tool set and folding log bin from Sutherlands.

Metal pumpkins with grapevine accents found at Sharum's Garden Center.

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home & garden goodies Original artwork by local artist the late Doris Echols.

Available at Center for Art & Education.

Custom floral arrangement

by Bill Harper available at Main Street Interiors.

Distressed paint candlesticks and burlap pillow and pig from The Good’s.

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GARDENING

Grow Garlic Tulips aren’t the only bulbs to plant

By Reba Mize

Turban, one of many garlic varieties from Filaree Garlic Farm, an organic seed source in Okanogan, Wash. Photo courtesy Phoebe Webb Photography

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This story was supposed to be about spring bulbs. I love bulb catalogs – the photographs are dream makers. I visualize my spring yard ablaze with a perfect field of red tulips and Easter-chicken-yellow daffodils. It is at this point I completely forget the army of highly skilled critters waiting, making notes of each deposit I make in their underground snack account.

As I began to research ornamental allium for something less tempting to squirrels, I became fascinated with its culinary cousin, garlic. I have made a vow to include more edibles in my landscape.

And wow, with names like Organic Volcanic, Music, Silver Rose and Georgian Crystal – this is not your supermarket garlic – I’m sold.

Garlic, a valued culinary and medicinal plant in our modern world, is also believed by some to possess mystical powers. My first real experience with garlic involved a trip to the drive-in movie. My mom and her sisters packed my cousins and me like cord wood into a big old station wagon and hauled us into the Dollar a Car Load Drive-In to watch “Dracula.”

The next day, I actually picked wild garlic to ward off vampires and kept it in my bedroom until my mother figured out where that smell was coming from.

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GARDENING Snuggled on my couch on this cool autumn day reading about the amazing history of garlic was fun. However, now I needed the facts so I could get in the dirt. I wanted some uber cool garlic varieties for my first trip to gastronomic garlic gathering.

Gourmet Garlic Growers’ website has everything a person would want to know about garlic – even the home phone number of its creator, Bob Anderson. When I called, his wife, Merridee, said he was out in the field and could he call me back. Sure enough, I got a call and had a grand conversation with the Garlic Guru.

His knowledge is phenomenal.

I encourage you to visit his website if you are getting the garlic-growing notion. During our conversation, Bob said, “I’m kind of the unofficial spokesperson for garlic growers.

Eating garlic not only enhances the flavor of food, it creates a scientifically proven sense of well-being. Garlic is also one of the most powerful antibiotics known to mankind.”

Bob related that in 1989, a revolution in garlic coincided with a great revolution in human history. Just before the collapse of the Soviet Union, a team of collectors and advisors from the USDA were invited to travel into remote villages of southern USSR gathering garlic.

These exotic varieties were then brought to the United States where they were eventually made available to garlic growers.

Bob says our area is great for garlic growing.

Now is the time to plant! When asked which varieties would grow best, he suggested buying a sampler pack and choosing for myself. “Get ready for flavor,” he said. “Garlic you grow yourself always tastes best.”

Don’t plant garlic from the grocery store – find seed garlic at garden centers or online.

Sue Bruce of Squash Blossom Natural Foods gave me these planting tips: break apart the bulbs, place the individual cloves root-end down under about 2 inches of soil and cover with straw mulch. In our area, Sue says, plant no later than the end of November. In early May or June, garlic is harvestable. Cure it in a shaded spot.

“We are still using are garlic from our June harvest,” she said.

I recommend a book that is almost the bible of garlic: Growing Great Garlic, The Definitive Guide for Organic Gardeners and Small Farmers,

by Ron L. Engeland.

What a journey. Ancient wild plant to pretty flower and back again, adding great flavor to almost every food, warding off vampires, a favorite in martinis, medicinal - let’s hear a great cheer for the grandiose garlic!

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WHAT’S COOKING with KRISTAN ROLAND

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Is there any flavor that says Fall more than pumpkin? Personally, I can't get enough -breads, pies, cakes and cookies -- I'll eat it all! Here's hoping you agree. Happy November!

Check out Kristan’s blog at confessionsofacookbookqueen.com

Cupcakes: 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 2 tsp. vanilla extract 15 oz. can pumpkin puree 4 large eggs 2 cups all purpose flour 2 tsp. baking soda 3 tsp. baking powder 1 ⁄4 tsp salt 1 ⁄2 tsp ground cloves 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice Praline sauce: 1 stick salted butter 2 tbsp. heavy cream 1 cup lightly packed brown sugar 1 cup finely chopped pecans Frosting: 1 stick salted butter, slightly softened 8 oz. block cream cheese, slightly softened 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1/4 cup heavy cream 4 cups powdered sugar 30 Entertainment Fort Smith November 2013

CINNAMON SUGAR PUMPKIN BLOSSOMS Pumpkin Spice Hershey Kisses (about 30) 1 pouch Betty Crocker Sugar Cookie Mix 1 ⁄3 cup butter, softened 1 egg 1 cup canned pumpkin 1 ⁄2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 ⁄2 cup sugar and 2 tsp. cinnamon, mixed Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix sugar cookie mix, butter, egg, pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice with a mixer or by hand until well blended. Dough will be very soft. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.

I tried the dough after an hour and after sitting

in the refrigerator overnight. I preferred it after it had sat all night (firmer and less messy).

Scoop the dough out with a small cookie scoop (or a tablespoon), roll into a ball, then roll in the cinnamon sugar. (If your dough is less firm due to refrigerating it less, drop it in the cinnamon sugar before you shape it. The coating will keep it from sticking to your hands.)

Place cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, or until bottoms are golden brown and centers are firm. Remove from oven and immediately press a Pumpkin Spice Kiss in the center of each.

PUMPKIN PRALINE CUPCAKES Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 24 muffin tins with liners and set aside.

In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cloves and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.

In the bowl of your mixer, cream sugar, oil, vanilla and pumpkin. With the mixer on medium low, add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Slowly add the flour mixture, blending until mixed. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the bowl.

In a medium saucepan, stir together butter, brown sugar and heavy cream over medium heat.

Once the butter is completely melted, remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.

Put a large spoonful of pumpkin cake batter in each muffin tin. Top with a small spoonful of praline sauce and another small spoonful of pumpkin batter. Do not fill liners more than 2⁄3 full. The praline sauce will bubble over and make a mess if they are too full.

Bake for about 20 minutes or until tops spring back when lightly touched. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes in pans before removing to rack to cool completely.

Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Frosting: In the bowl of your mixer, beat butter, cream cheese and vanilla on medium speed until smooth and combined. Slowly add powdered sugar and pumpkin pie spice, beating on medium low until just combined. Add heavy cream slowly, then increase speed to high and beat for one minute. Frost cooled cupcakes.

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PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE BREAD WITH CRUMB TOPPING Crumb Topping: 11⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup white sugar 1 stick cold, salted butter, cut into small pieces Cream Cheese Filling: 8 oz. block cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1 ⁄2 cup white sugar 1 large egg 1 tbsp. flour 1 ⁄2 tsp. vanilla extract Pumpkin Bread: 1 cup salted butter, softened 3 cups white sugar 3 eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 11⁄2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. cinnamon 11⁄2 tsp. ground cloves 16 oz. can pumpkin Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter two 9x5x3 inch loaf pans and set aside.

Crumb Topping: In a large bowl, mix flour and white sugar. Cut in butter -- I usually use my hands, but you could use two knifes or a pastry cutter. Blend until mixture is coarse and crumbly and set aside.

Cream Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, flour and vanilla on medium speed with the whisk attachment until smooth. Set aside.

Pumpkin Bread Batter: In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and cloves. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar on medium speed. With the mixer on medium, add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Decrease the mixer speed to low and slowly add the flour mixture until just mixed. Using a wooden spoon, give it a few good stirs from the bottom, making sure all ingredients are incorporated.

Fill each prepared pan with about a fourth of the bread batter (so you should have half the batter left after filling both). Split cream cheese filling between the two, spreading evenly over batter. Top with remaining pumpkin bread batter and divide the crumb topping between the two loaves.

Bake for about an hour or until loaves are lightly browned on the top and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Cool before serving.

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NOVEMBER 7

Collector’s posters on loan to UAFS

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reception will be held from 5-6 p.m.

Nov. 7 at UA-Fort Smith to open an exhibit of a private collection of posters from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

The reception, hosted by the Chancellor's Coalition for the Visual Arts, will be in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center. The exhibit is located on the west end of the first floor of the center, outside the Reynolds Room.

The collection was shared by Dr. Stephen Rappeport of Fort Smith, who collects the artworks that have been created for the festival each year since 1976. His collection includes every poster except the first two years.

Poster sales are a fundraising effort of the New Orleans festival, he explained. “It has been an unqualified success with the signed and unsigned versions of the posters selling out each year,” Rappeport said.

Posters have been created by such wellknown American artists as Peter Max, George Rodrigue (Blue Dog paintings), James Michalopoulos and Paul Rogers.

Rappeport does not have a single favorite in the collection, but always anticipates the next year’s offering. “It amazes me how each year they produce an exciting design that captures the essence of the festival,” he said.

His collection also has been the subject of a feature story in Entertainment Fort Smith.

The UAFS exhibit hours are 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Fridays. The exhibit will hang until Dec. 17.

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NOVEMBER 22

CLAYTON HOUSE Gaslight Gala

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tart your Christmas holiday season in 1882 with food, fun, music and a silent auction of gifts in the authentically restored Clayton House.

The nonprofit Fort Smith Heritage Foundation presents this new way to strengthen the community’s only Victorian restored home regularly open for tours.

While dining on a delicious spread provided by Suzy Smith of Beland Manor, relax in parlors decorated by fine florist/decorators Burns Carousel of Flowers, Creative Kitchen, Main Street Interiors, Marcia Cooksey Interiors and Tate’s Flower & Gift Shop.

Family members or servants of William Henry Harrison Clayton, the chief prosecutor of Judge Isaac C. Parker’s federal frontier court, just might strike up a conversation with you.

Order tickets at the Clayton House website or at the museum. $50. 7-10 p.m. Clayton House, 514 North 6th Street, Fort Smith.

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ou have a cabin in the woods where you can get away from it all.

It is rustic, made simply of stone and timber. Or it is luxurious and has a hot tub on the deck overlooking beautiful vistas down a mountainside. Or cabins make you think of bears and you would rather be near the scenery, but from inside a nicely appointed hotel.

Your budget for a getaway is tiny – one-night-sized and split with a friend. Or it is modest but you have planned for a reasonably priced weekend. Or everyone in the extended family has saved for an all-ages gathering with potluck meals, bunking together.

All of those different kinds of lodging can be found at an Arkansas State Park near here, whichever scenario fits your budget, desire or number of campers.

Almost all of Arkansas’ state parks with cabins and lodges are within less than a day’s drive of the Fort Smith area. Indoor accommodations extend the use of our state parks almost all year round, especially in the late winter when fewer people want to brave the elements by camping.

Starting from a shoestring budget, Mount Nebo State Park has a cabin for $107 a night and another one-bedroom with a fireplace and spa bathtub for only $10 more. They are snug, wood-paneled, made of stone and share a view that can only be described as priceless.

At the top of the scale are the other mountaintops that with Mount Nebo are called the “Tri-Peaks.” Mount Magazine and Petit Jean State Parks are crowned with beautiful lodges, complete with stunning views. Their related cabins share the scenery.

In between those two price points are brand-new cabins at Lake Fort Smith and the charming cabins tucked into the deep valley of Devil’s Den State Park.

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Devil’s Den State Park

For group and family stays, Lake Fort Smith offers two lodges, the Wild Turkey Lodge and Kingfisher Lodge, which sleep 32 people and even a group dining hall.

Lake Fort Smith’s 10 new cabins each have a covered deck, fireplaces and kitchens. Two of cabins are ADA-accessible and one is “dogfriendly.”

At Devil’s Den State Park, the rustic Civilian Conservation Corps architecture is treasured.

Its 17 stone and wood cabins with kitchens and fireplaces were built of native materials.

Finding the cabin that fits your style is made easy by a single search page at arkansas.com where all state park lodging can be found, compared and booked.

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SWEET TREATS

Co-owners Elaine and Leroy Van Herpen (right) and staff.

Say it with icing!

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entral Mall has made many changes throughout the years. Remodeling, upgrading and additions have improved the aesthetic of Fort Smith’s largest shopping center. Many stores have come and gone but one thing that has remained a staple is Great American Cookies.

Regular mall shoppers know exactly where to get their treats because the store still sits on the same corner next to Victoria’s Secret and across the way from the food court. Those new to Central Mall find no directions are needed to get to the great bake house: The smell of the yummy delights baking will lead them toward dessert heaven.

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tradition of serving the scrumptious cookies, gooey brownies and cookie cakes for which the company is known. Their caring natures and great customer service add a family-like atmosphere to the popular store.

“We are a cookie family. Our 12 employees work well together. Making cookies and cookie cakes makes us all happy,” Elaine said.

“Watching a customer smile after first seeing their specially designed cookie cake makes all of us enjoy what we do.”

Great American Cookies always has plenty of the crowd-pleasing chocolate chip and chocolate chip with M&Ms cookies and slices but also offers the very popular glutenfree chewy chocolate cookie, which is exclusive to GAC. Other varieties include oatmeal, sugar, white chunk macadamia, double fudge, snickerdoodle, domino, peanut butter and colorful sprinkle-covered birthday cake cookie, which tastes like a white cake.

“We also have the chewy pecan cookie that tastes just like a pecan pie without the crust,” Elaine said.

And who can forget the deliciously sinful cookie sandwich with the icing middle? The yummy Double Doozies come in three sizes of baked goodness – small, regular and even a cookie cake. Specialty varieties such as pumpkin spice and gingerbread men cookies are offered

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SWEET TREATS for limited times throughout the year.

Customers also will periodically find seasonal kids cups – like pumpkins – to add to the fun.

Cookie cakes are popular for all occasions, from birthdays and holidays to office parties or just because. Great American Cookies has several designs from which to choose but customer suggestions are always welcome.

“We want the customer happy so we all try to do what we can within reason to fulfill their desire for their cake,” explained Elaine.

Sports, chevron designs, beach scenes during summer and snowmen during winter are popular requests. Santa and his reindeer, witches and ghosts, Easter bunnies, flags, fireworks, shamrocks, hearts and, of course, Thanksgiving turkeys all take their turn throughout the year.

Cookies are made fresh daily. Leftover cookies go to local charities such as the children’s shelter in Fort Smith, Interfaith Preschool and the Mansfield Juvenile Treatment Center. Also, once a month, Great American Cookies employees make happy birthday cookie cakes for the children’s shelter to help celebrate the kids having birthdays that month.

Also, cookies, cookie slices and cookie cakes are sold at cost to area schools for fundraisers.

Decorated cookie cake.

Great American Cookies, Central Mall 5111 Rogers Avenue, No. 186, Fort Smith.

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health & beauty goodies

Aveda color conserve products for color-treated hair from Metropolis Hair Studio.

Santa tree topper and handbags found at Abilities Unlimited.

Cap-sleeve dress with elaborate collar, Coach boots and bag available at N Style Revue.

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health & beauty goodies

Sheer, chevron-print maxi skirts with lining found at Designer Again.

Necklaces by local artist Lu, Moonbay Art Glass Studio vase, sheer top and Iris Basic jeans available at BrickCity Emporium.

Styling Assistant Pro for hands-free round brush styling and heat-friendly styling wigs from Salon Elements.

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Roberto Coin sterling silver cuff bangle bracelets available at Newton’s Jewelers.

Jeweled Bulgari sunglasses found at Dr. Steven Stiles Optometry.

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health & beauty goodies Animal print Razorback shirt from Game Day Couture and black scrunch boots found at Unique Boutique.

Leather Tano bucket bags found at Fashion Boutique.

Matrix Repair hair care products available at Vanity Calls.

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Necklaces and earrings from Brighton’s St. Michel collection available at The Purple Plume.

Fendi mosaic enamel frames from Ennen Eye Center.

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Variegated sweater, peacock bookends, Reader’s Digest Condensed Books and reading glasses found at This ‘n’ That Shoppe.

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NOVEMBER 9, 11

Two Veterans Day Parades to honor all who served Nov. 9 Veterans Day Parade at Chaffee Crossing The 2nd Annual Veterans Day Parade at Chaffee Crossing begins at 1:30 p.m. In the parade’s first year, local veterans’ groups, law enforcement, fire departments, high school marching bands, car clubs and more participated. This year, even more are expected.

The Fort Smith Museum of History hosts a float honoring Gen. William O. Darby and all Fort Smith veterans. Students and faculty of Darby Junior High will again provide a float for veterans to ride on.

Fort Smith native William O. Darby founded Darby’s Rangers in World War II – today’s Army Rangers. His uniforms, artifacts and photographs are on permanent display in the museum’s William O. Darby Room.

An area for veteran information booths will be provided, as well. To volunteer or participate, call 479-434-6774.

Free. 1:30 p.m. Chaffee Crossing, 7020 Taylor Avenue, Fort Smith.

Facebook.com - Chaffee Crossing Veterans Day Parade has more.

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Local veterans ride the Darby float last year. To ask to ride the float, contact the Museum of History, 479-783-7841.

Nov. 11 Van Buren Veteran's Day Parade For the 11th year, a patriotic parade down historic Main Street will honor veterans. Van Buren’s parade traditionally includes military vehicles, riding clubs, school bands, Scout troops and more. The events honor all veterans and current servicepeople.

For more information or to volunteer, please contact Les Thomas Jr. at 479-652-3374. 6:30 p.m. Van Buren, Historic Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-652-3374 vanburen.org

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Trees and Our Heritage

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he Hardwood Tree Museum organization, which intends to create a permanent museum at the Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center, presents two days of programs concerning the significance of hardwood trees to Fort Smith and the state.

History stems from the trees that made Fort Smith the "Jewel of the Southwest." Artifacts, photographs and documents about the logging and furniture industry will be on display, including tree specimens from the 19th century Jesup Woods Collection.

There will be tree and woodworking activities and demonstrations for adults and children. Digital presentations and interviews will detail the history of the hardwood and its importance to Fort Smith. A film showing the production of furniture by Riverside Furniture Co., which was the largest furniture plant west of the Carolinas, can be viewed.

A documentary film by UA-Fort Smith honor students shows how a Native American bow is made. Four students filmed master woodworker Duane Heidelberg as he takes a thin piece of bois d’arc wood and creates a longbow from it in a day-long process. 8:30 a.m.4:40 p.m. Nov. 23; 1-5 p.m. Nov. 24. Free. River Valley Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith. 479-452-3993.

The Hardwood Tree Museum is online at hardwoodtreemuseum.org

The Hardwood Tree Museum has artifacts such as this engraving of the Druhe Hardwood Lumber Co. of Fort Smith hauling a massive walnut log.

A documentary film on master woodworker Duane Heidelberg (from left) by students Tu Hoang, Sarah Rosenkrans, Kayla Bridges and Angela Gilbert will be shown during the event.

Heidelberg handcrafted the Native American longbows shown here.

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NOVEMBER 5-9

Homecoming Events Nov. 5 Lady Lions vs.

Missouri Southern Volleyball 7 p.m. Stubblefield Center.

Yell Like Hell Cheer Competition 8:30 p.m. or following volleyball game.

Stubblefield Center.

Nov. 6 All-Sports Pep Rally 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Reynolds Bell Tower.

Nov. 7 Homecoming Bonfire Student groups bring books to donate to the Fort Smith Boys and Girls Clubs, Girls Inc. and the Lincoln Child Care Center.

9 p.m. East of Echols Building.

Nov. 8 Homecoming Hunt Learn more about UAFS during this scavenger hunt.

3:30 p.m. Lion Pride Square.

Lady Lions Classic: UAFS vs. Harding University Basketball A two-day, four-team invitational. Free for UAFS students. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Stubblefield Center.

Young Alumni Concert Indie pop band Boom Kinetic performs. Registration required. 8 p.m. 101 North 2nd Street.

Nov. 9 Once Upon a Homecoming Parade Students, alumni and the community are invited to enjoy the parade as participants or spectators.

10 a.m. Waldron Road.

Graduate Bridging Ceremony Students who will graduate in the upcoming December or May commencements will be honored.

Each student receives a lapel pin when crossing a bridge and is welcomed to the alumni family by alumni, faculty and staff.

10:30 a.m. Intramural Park.

Homecoming Tailgate 11 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Intramural Park parking lot.

Lady Lions Classic: Lady Lions vs. West Texas A&M Basketball Homecoming royalty also will be crowned.

2 p.m. Stubblefield Center.

Lions vs. Central Baptist College Basketball Homecoming awards for student organizations given.

4 p.m. Stubblefield Center.

Alumni Reunion Dinner and Cocktails Registration is required. 7 p.m. Reynolds Room, Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.

For alumni information, call 479-788-7920 or visit uafsalumni.com/homecoming. Homecoming information is available from Student Activities Event Coordinator Stephanie London at 479-788-7697 or e-mail studentactivities@uafs.edu.

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he University of ArkansasFort Smith has planned a week of activities to celebrate Homecoming 2013, including events for students, alumni and the community.

A homecoming parade, election of a king and queen, a bonfire, a pep rally, tailgating, Lions and Lady Lions basketball games, an alumni concert and an alumni reunion dinner are all part of the festivities. The 2013 Diligence to Victory Award, the highest alumni honor bestowed by UAFS, will be presented during the alumni dinner.

“Homecoming provides an opportunity for alumni to connect with students, reconnect with each other, learn what’s new at their alma mater and have a little fun in the process,” said Dr. Marta Loyd, vice chancellor for university advancement at UAFS and executive director of the UAFS Foundation.

Alumni events require preregistration, with a $25 individual fee or a $40 couple fee. The community is invited to the pep rally, bonfire, the homecoming parade and bridging ceremony. Game tickets for community members are available for purchase. UAFS students receive free admission to ball games with tickets available at the Box Office, online or at the door.

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Nov. 1 Audra McDonald Acclaimed performer Audra McDonald’s talent as an actress and a singer has earned her five Tonys and two Grammy Awards. She has appeared on Broadway in “A Raisin Audra McDonald in the Sun” and “Twelfth Night” and starred as Dr. Naomi Bennett on ABC’s “Private Practice.”

McDonald has five solo albums and has performed with prominent orchestras, including the Boston, San Francisco and Chicago symphonies and the Los Angeles and New York philharmonics. She is hosting PBS’ “Live from the Lincoln Center.” $52-$55, available by phone or online. 7:30 p.m. Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center, Rogers Avenue and South 9th, Fort Smith. 479-788-7300 uafs.universitytickets.com

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Nov. 2 Brent Giddens as Elvis: Saluting the Troops A fundraiser to support local wounded warriors, presented by the Volunteers for Injured Veterans Association. Brent Giddens, award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist, headlines. The "Lost in the ’50s Tribute Artists," perform the music of Buddy Holly, the Platters, McGuire Sisters, Bill Haley and more. The show also includes patriotic songs. Call for tickets. $10. 7 p.m. King Opera House, 427 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-649-8803, 479-926-1553 Nov. 6 UAFS Guest Trombonist: John Fedchock Noted trombonist, composer and conductor John Fedchock will conduct a lecture and master class.

Free. 4 p.m. UAFS Breedlove Building, Room 105, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7972, 479-788-7538

Memphis

Turn up that dial ... it’s “Memphis” Nov. 16 From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis comes a multiple Tony Award-winning Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love.

Inspired by Dewey Phillips, a real-life Memphis disc jockey who caused controversy when he began playing black music on the radio in the 1950s, “Memphis” tells the story of forbidden love between an idealistic radio disc jockey and an ambitious club singer.

Featuring a score by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan and choreography by Sergio Trujillo – who also choreographed the acclaimed musical “Jersey Boys” – “Memphis” received rave reviews across the nation, in addition to winning four 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

Take their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves – filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roofraising rock’n’roll. Tickets $52-$55, available by phone or online. 8 p.m. Fort Smith Convention Center, Rogers Avenue and South 9th Street, Fort Smith. 479-788-7300 uafs.universitytickets.com 50

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Nov. 9 Chris Cameron Band Benefit Concert for FSPD Officer Martinez Memorial Scholarship Enjoy a great night of music by the awardwinning Chris Cameron Band to benefit the Fort Smith Police Officer Daniel C. Martinez Memorial Scholarship. A 50/50 cash raffle and silent auction will be held.

Food will be available.

All proceeds benefit a scholarship at UA-Fort Smith in the name of Martinez. $15. 7-10 p.m. Warren's Rec Room, 1437 West Newberry Road, Alma, Ark. 479-459-8012 odmms.org Nov. 11 UAFS Chamber Ensembles Concert The UAFS Department of Music will present an evening of chamber music. The concert will feature multiple ensembles. Free. 7:30 p.m. UAFS at Second Street, 101 North 2nd Street, Fort Smith.

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MUSIC & PERFORMANCE Nov. 9-10 Harvest of Songs Concert Series Cavanal Chorale will present its "Harvest of Songs" concert series. The eclectic repertoire will include a motet, madrigal and cowboy ballad; musical theater and inspirational music. No admission; donations accepted. 7 p.m. Nov. 9; 2 p.m. Nov. 10. First United Methodist Church, 109 South Harper Street, Poteau, Okla. 918-649-0453 Nov. 14 The Meadors Project The Meadors Project band reunites after 32 years. Musicians Rick Boyett, Mark Albertson, Wesley Trout, Marcy Yoakum, Tim Martin and Steve Githens gather once a month for a familyfriendly evening of music. $5. 7-9 p.m. Warren's Rec Room, 1437 West Newberry Road, Alma, Ark. 479-459-8012 Nov. 14 RAIN, a Beatles Tribute As “the next best thing to seeing The Beatles!”

(Associated Press), RAIN performs the full range of The Beatles discography live onstage. 495 West Dickson Street, Fayetteville, Ark. 479-521-4300 waltonartscenter.org Nov. 15-16 Annie The Musical Van Buren High School Theatre presents “Annie the Musical” with three performances. 7 p.m.

Oct. 15-16; 2 p.m. Oct. 16. $10. Van Buren Fine Arts Center, 2001 Pointer Trail, Van Buren, Ark. 479-471-4017 centerforfinearts.org Nov. 16 J.R.'s Country Gospel Variety Show Fun-filled uplifting gospel music variety show. $5. 7 p.m. King Opera House, 427 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-2426 Nov. 19 UAFS Jazz Concert For a high-energy jazz show before a packed house, look no farther than downtown Fort Smith, where the university’s premier instrumental and vocal jazz ensembles mix it up for a thousand-plus jazz fans. Both auditionedbased and faculty-led, the Jazz Band, under Matt Vangjel and the Jazz Catz, under Don Bailey, have performed with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie and The Manhattan Transfer. Enjoy the Jazz Band’s journey from vintage to contemporary and see for yourself why the Jazz Catz sang at Carnegie Hall. $8. 7:30 p.m. Fort Smith Convention Center, Rogers Avenue and South 9th Street, Fort Smith.

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In Full Swing Dec. 7

Fort Smith Symphony: The Living Christmas Card Celebrate the holiday season with spectacular performances of traditional Christmas favorites with the Fort Smith Symphony and In Full Swing. Vocal and instrumental voices will join together for a beautiful family evening of seasonal music. The program includes familiar and beloved Christmas carols and music from “The Nutcracker.” In Full Swing, a professional vocal quartet, performs in elegant Victorian attire with the orchestra and presents the "Living Christmas Card" that gives this performance its title. Season tickets range from $80 to $170. Call for individual ticket availability. 7:30 p.m. Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center, Rogers Avenue and South 9th Street, Fort Smith. 479-452-7575 fortsmithsymphony.org

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“Nov. 21-23 Women of Manhattan: Theatre@UAFS Theatre@UAFS will perform “Women of Manhattan,” a comedic drama of three upper-class Manhattan women who have health, wealth and success, but not love. Their struggle with relationships is the center of this coming-of-age play penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright John Patrick Shanley.

The show will feature a student director, Priscilla Tran of Fort Smith. Tran said “Women of Manhattan” is a “heart-felt and coming-of-age story.” “What spoke out to me about this play are the viewpoints these characters have of one another and especially of themselves,” she said.

“These viewpoints affect their behavior and their personalities, and it ultimately drives how these characters live their lives.” Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21-23 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 24. The play is recommended for ages 16 and older. 7:30 p.m. UAFS Breedlove Auditorium, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7303 uafs.edu Nov. 24 UAFS Percussion Concert The UAFS Percussion Ensemble performs in concert. Free. 3 p.m. UAFS Reynolds Room, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7558 Nov. 26 UAFS Seasonal Choral Concert A Seasonal Choral Concert by the UAFS Chorale and Women’s Chorus will kick off the holidays with music that will delight. The choirs perform under the direction of Dr. Rager H. Moore II, director of choral activities. Free.

7:30 p.m. UAFS Breedlove Auditorium, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith.

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MUSIC & PERFORMANCE Dec. 2 UAFS Season’s Greetings The musical talents of UAFS are combined in this annual concert welcoming the holidays. The Symphonic Band, Choral Ensembles, Jazz Catz and special guests perform. 7 p.m. Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center, Rogers Avenue and South 9th Street, Fort Smith. 479-788-7300 uafs.universitytickets.com

A Christmas Carol Dec. 6-8 A Christmas Carol Almost two centuries after Dickens penned his classic Christmas story, Earthen Vessels Drama Co. is performing a Christian adaptation of "A Christmas Carol" in the historic King Opera House. Earthen Vessels Drama Co. is a ministry of Shady Grove Baptist Church and has performed this well-loved show at the King Opera House during four previous seasons. Jon Harvey will reprise his role as Scrooge and will be joined by other actors from several local churches. Join Scrooge on the streets of London, 1843, as he makes his journey to redemption. It is a show the whole family will enjoy, where the reason for the season is celebrated with a message that will linger long after the curtain closes. Showtimes are 7 p.m Dec. 6; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 7 (following Van Buren's Living Windows celebration); 2:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Advance tickets sold at The Solid Rock Bookstore in Fort Smith, Sweet Bay Coffee Co. in Van Buren and online. Adults $5 advance, $6 door; children 5-12, $4 advance, $5 at the door; children under 5 free.

King Opera House, 427 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-208-1738 evdrama.com Dec. 5-8 Carnival A naive, orphaned girl is taken in as an apprentice to a traveling French circus and develops an astonishing ability to relate to the puppets designed and performed by an embittered, crippled man who falls in love with her.

The magic of a carnival combines with the magic of love in this Bob Merrill and Michael Stewart musical adaptation of the 1953 film “Lilli.”

Performances at 7 p.m. Dec. 5; 7 p.m. Dec. 7 and 2 p.m. Dec. 8. $15 adults and $10 students. Alma Performing Arts Center, 103 East Main, Alma, Ark. 479-632-2129 almapac.org Dec. 7-8 Keyboards at Christmas 2013 Using four grand pianos, multiple pianists and two choirs in three performances, Keyboards At Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Christ with traditional Christmas music and is Oak Cliff Baptist Church’s gift to the community. Special guests this year include locally renowned pianist Gini Law. 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7; 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Free. Oak Cliff Baptist Church, 3701 South Gary Street, Fort Smith. 479-646-3891 keyboardsatchristmas.com November 2013

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Parenting Plan? What Parenting Plan?

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y best friend recently gave birth to her first child – a beautiful 7-pound baby girl. A few hours after the baby was born, I made my way to her room to hold her for the first time.

While there, a nurse asked if the baby needed a pacifier. My friend explained they had decided against using pacifiers, saying she didn’t want to have to later break the habit. I nodded in understanding, having felt the same way with my son.

When I returned the next day, I noticed multiple pacifiers sitting on the table. My friend’s husband said they were trying a paci to soothe the baby, so she would sleep a little longer and give her mom a break from feeding. Again, I nodded in understanding, having been down the exact same road with my little guy.

My friend turned to me and said, “Yeah, we failed on that one,” to which I quickly replied, “You didn’t fail, you are just trying something different.”

What I wanted to convey to my friend is that preconceived notions about child rearing sometimes go out the window. I learned that before my child made his official debut. After seven hours of labor, I was faced with the decision of having a C-section.

I desperately wanted a natural birth, but my little guy wasn’t cooperating. After much crying, I headed to the operating room and, within an hour, my son arrived.

Since then, there have been countless moments where I have been forced to “try something different.” I expected James to sleep in his own crib early on but, instead, we spent his first five weeks camped on the couch, him nestled on my chest. I vowed never to touch formula, but when his weight stalled at 9 months and my milk wasn’t enough, I busted open my first can. Some days, he watches way more than the 30 minutes of television I would like, so I can finish work or drink a cup coffee in peace. A few extra minutes of “Veggietales” won’t hurt him.

The point is, plans change and that’s OK. My Type A tendencies have been knocked around by a highly energetic, unpredictable monkey of a toddler. Every day I start with lofty goals and by 9 a.m., most of my plans are down the drain. What I have learned in my short 19 months of motherhood is that those times are often the most fun. The unexpected can turn into an incredible blessing or a minute of absolute humor.

My friend already is an amazing mother and she is quickly seeing that some plans are made to be broken. It isn’t failing to cave on little things here and there. After all, parenting is a learning process. All that matters is your kiddo is loved, cared for and breathing at the end of the day.

Guest Writer Brittany Ransom

We have invited guest writers to share their parenting experiences.

Diary of a Worm, a Spider and a Fly It's not easy being a bug, especially on the first day of school. But luckily for Worrying Worm, Fearless Fly and Sassy Spider, every creature finds its special talent in “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly.” Spider waits anxiously to shed his skin; Worm feels self-conscious and embarrassed for having no legs and Fly's 327 brothers and sisters drive her so crazy that she can hardly focus. Based on the best-selling book series by Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss, this hysterical musical for kids will have everyone cheering on the quirky crawlers. $15 adults; $10 children 12 and under. 9:30 a.m. Alma Performing Arts Center, 103 East Main, Alma, Ark. 479-632-2129 almapac.org

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Nov. 1 Teen Time in Cedarville Tweens and teens can make a mandala. Free. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Cedarville Public Library, 737 Pirates Way, Cedarville, Ark. 479-410-1853

Nov. 1-30 Turkeys in the Library Find a paper turkey hiding in the library and win a prize. There will be one prize per person, per day through the month. Free. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mountainburg Public Library, 1300 U.S. 71, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-369-1600

Nov. 2 La Hormiga Cuenta Cuentos Niños de todas las edades y sus familias están invitados a la Biblioteca principal a la hora de los cuentos gratis, incluiremos cuentos, historias, canciones, refranes y otras actividades divertidas en español con la cuenta cuentos Yazmin Grub. Ven y aprende acerca de la Biblioteca y lo que tiene para ofrecer a tu familia.

Kids of all ages and their families are invited to the main library for this free story time featuring stories, songs, and other fun activities in Spanish with storyteller Yazmin Grub. 2:30 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 fortsmithlibrary.org November 2013

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Nov. 4 Primetime Story Time: All for Fall!

What better way to celebrate the season than with wonderful stories with your friends and family? Join the children's librarians for fall stories, songs, crafts, and snacks at this family friendly evening story program for kids of all ages. Free. 6 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith.

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Nov. 5 Children's Science Club Ever wondered how far away the Earth is from the other planets? Children will make a model showing the distances in a kid-friendly way. Free 4 p.m. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140

Nov. 5-26 Van Buren Baby & Me Story Time A bonding time for baby and their caregiver with a variety of music, finger plays, bouncing rhymes and board books as a fun introduction to story time for newborn babies through 36 months of age. The 20minute story time is followed by free play. Free. 10:3011 a.m. Tuesdays. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 Nov. 5-26 Mulberry Toddler Story Time Stories, music, games and snacks with a different theme each week. Free. 11 a.m.-noon. Tuesdays. Mulberry Public Library, 220 Main Street, Mulberry, Ark. 479-997-1226

Nov. 5-26 Teenology in Mountainburg Tweens and teens are invited for games, crafts, baking and other planned, after-school activities. Free. 3:454:45 p.m. Tuesdays. Mountainburg Public Library, 1300 U.S. 71 North, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-369-1600 Nov. 6-20 Preschool Story Time in Alma Join for stories, crafts and refreshments. This month’s themes will be trains and thanksgiving. Free. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140

Nov. 6-20 Preschool Story Time in Cedarville This month, little ones will explore the themes of

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thanksgiving, cowboys and indians and turkeys. Free.

10-11 a.m. Wednesdays. Cedarville Public Library, 737 Pirates Way, Cedarville, Ark. 479-410-1853

Nov. 6-27 Teen Scene in Alma Tweens and teens will be creating a festive holiday centerpiece, decorations with pumpkins, an entree with a bowl of Ramen Noodles and play board games.

Free. 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140 Nov. 6-27 Greenwood Library Read, Sing, Move Story Time Children birth to 3 years and parents/caregivers participate in reading, singing, dance and movement together. Free. 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Greenwood Library, 18 North Adair, Greenwood, Ark. 479-996-2856

Nov. 6-27 Preschool Story Time in Van Buren The story time themes are community helpers, teddy bear story time, Thanksgiving. There will be a special guest. A snack and a craft will be provided. Free. 9:3010:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org Nov. 6-27 Preschool and Homeschool Activities Stories, music, and more. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays. Moutainburg Public Library, 1300 U.S. 71 North, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-369-1600 Nov. 7 Wii Games in Mulberry The library will have new Wii games out for the kids to enjoy. Free 3:30-4:30 p.m. Mulberry Public Library, 220 Main Street, Mulberry, Ark. 479-997-1226 Nov. 7 Afterschool Activity in Van Buren The library will provide the supplies to make a Thanksgiving Day craft. Free 3:30-4:30 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

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Cedarville Public Library, 737 Pirates Way, Cedarville, Ark. 479-410-1853 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 7, 14 After-School Crafts Program in Alma Children will make a space mobile to hang in their room and play with Legos. 4-5 p.m. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Ave, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140 Nov. 7-21 Homeschool Activity in Van Buren Homeschoolers are invited to experience the art of Claude Monet, try their own hand at recreating one of his famous paintings, use feathers to write, make homemade ice cream and learn fun ways to exercise.

Free 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursdays. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 Nov. 8 Nature Nights: Annual Migration of Bald Eagles Mike Martin, an avid nature and wildlife photographer for more than 20 years, will present a Powerpoint on bald eagles. The talk will cover some interesting facts of bald eagles, their behavior in the wild, where to see bald eagles in Arkansas and some basic photography tips for photographing bald eagles. Free. 6:30 p.m.

River Valley Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith. 479-452-3993 rivervalleynaturecenter.com Nov. 9 U.S. Marshals Make & Take Crafts Saddle up and get ready to make (and take) some fun outlaw and U.S. Marshals crafts as part of a special day of events “Honoring the Heroes of our Past.” Free.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229

Nov. 9 Raccoon Nation Clever and bold, raccoons are often referred to as “little bandits” and their adaptability allow them to thrive in both wild and urban environments. Meet a park interpreter at the visitor center to watch a documentary film detailing the hidden lives of raccoons. Free. 3 p.m.

Lake Fort Smith State Park Visitor Center, 15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-369-2469

Nov. 9-10 UAFS Academy of the Arts: Annie Get Your Gun The UAFS Academy of the Arts presents the teen musical theater production of "Annie Get Your Gun." This full-length show is presented by the Academy teen theater company of 25 students grades 6-12. The show is one of the most original and beloved musical comedies of all time, telling the classic story of Annie Oakley – the world's greatest sharpshooter – and her topsy turvy, hilarious journey to find fortune, fame and true love. Along the way, she meets Buffalo Bill, Chief Sitting Bull and an array of colorful characters who help her in her quest. Includes hit songs like "Anything You can Do, I Can Do Better," "I Got Lost in His Arms" and "There's No Business Like Show Business." Directed by Shannon Stoddard with musical direction

by Sheila Mann and choreography by Hillary Yerton.

Tickets available at the UAFS Box Office. 2 and 7 p.m.

Nov. 9; 2 p.m. Nov. 10. UAFS Breedlove Auditorium, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7300 uafs.edu/on-stage

Nov. 12 Children's Art Club in Alma Learn about Frida Kahlo and draw a parrot using oil pastels. Free. 4-5 p.m. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Ave, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140

Nov. 16 International Games Day All four Fort Smith Public Library locations join with thousands of libraries across the world to celebrate the American Library Association's 6th Annual International Games Day. Children and children at heart are invited to drop by to check out a book and play a board game. International Games Day hours: Main Library, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; library branches, noon-5 p.m. Free.

Dallas Street Branch, 8100 Dallas Street, 479-4845650; Miller Branch, 8701 South 28th Street, 479646-3945; Windsor Branch, 4701 Windsor Drive, 479-785-0405; Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 Nov. 16 Civil War Family Day: Exploring the Little Rock of 1863 Travel 150 years into the past with a Civil War living history event. More than 30 costumed interpreters will portray military and civilian life in Little Rock after the retreat of the Confederate Army in the fall of 1863. See what life was like for soldiers garrisoned in the city and citizens dealing with the occupation while work was done to establish a new government. The Old State House Museum was the command headquarters of the Federal military during this time. Firing demonstrations, programs on military justice, period games for young visitors and examples of everyday life in Little Rock during the Civil War will be available.

Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Old State House Museum, 300 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Ark. 501-324-9685

Nov. 18 Laptime Story Time Babies and their caregivers are invited for a story time geared toward children birth to 24 months. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories and lots of interactive fun. The storytime will last approximately 20 minutes, followed by time for interaction. Free. 10:30 a.m.

Miller Branch Library, 8701 South 28th Street, Fort Smith. 479-646-3945

Nov. 19 Tween & Teen Book Lover’s Club Tweens and teens (ages 9-17) are invited to take a book or books they have already read to share with the group. Snacks provided. Free. 4 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479783-0229 fortsmithlibrary.org

Nov. 19 Teen Time in Mulberry Lego contest! Free. 3:30 p.m. Mulberry Public Library, 220 North Main Street, Mulberry, Ark. 479-997-1226

Nov. 19 Movie and Popcorn in Mountainburg Enjoy a holiday movie and popcorn at the library. Free.

3:45 p.m. Mountainburg Public Library, 1300 U.S. 71 North, Moutainburg, Ark. 479-369-1600

Nov. 21 Catch the Fire of Reading Trivia Hunger Games fans can test their knowledge in a round of Catching Fire Jeopardy and trivia. All ages

KIDS CALENDAR are welcome at this program; cool prizes for one lucky winner. Free. 4-5 p.m. Windsor Branch Library, 4701 Windsor Drive, Fort Smith. 479-785-0405 Nov. 21 Thanksgiving Craft in Mulberry Make a turkey out of pinecones and feathers. For children and tweens. Free. 3:30 p.m. Mulberry Public Library, 220 North Main Street, Mulberry, Ark. 479-997-1226 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 21-22 UAFS Academy of the Arts Academy: The Little Mermaid Jr. The UA-Fort Smith Academy of the Arts Academy Playerz and Academy Players Too will present a special preview of their production “The Little Mermaid Jr.” Take a journey under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home – and her fins – behind and live in the world above. But first she will have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he has been seeking.

Free. 4 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 Nov. 22 Wii Games Tweens and teens are invited to try out new Wii games. Free. 4 p.m. Mulberry Public Library, 220 North Main Street, Mulberry, Ark. 479-997-1226

Nov. 26 N’Quad Book Club Join the N’Quad Book Club to share a current read or to learn of a potential read from your peers. This book club is for those who are not quite adults. Free. 4 p.m.

Windsor Branch Library, 4701 Windsor Drive, Fort Smith. 479-785-0405 fortsmithlibrary.org Nov. 26 Movie Matinee in Van Buren Take your blanket and pillow and enjoy a movie and popcorn with your family. The movie features a little flying machine who longs to be a famous racer. Free.

1:30 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 26 Teen Time in Mulberry Join your friends for games, snacks and fun. Free.

3:30 p.m. Mulberry Public Library, 479-997-1226, Mulberry, Ark. 479-997-1226 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Story Time Special Thanksgiving-themed preschool story time featuring stories, crafts and snacks. Free. 10:30 a.m.

Dallas Branch Library, 8100 Dallas Street, Fort Smith.

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The beautiful little steam engine will run on opening night only. 25 cents. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 2-21, excluding Sundays. Creekmore Park, Rogers Avenue and South 31st Street, Fort Smith. 479-784-2368 fortsmithparks.com November 2013 Entertainment Fort Smith 57

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Nov. 1 Dervish Dance A fun dance featuring an array of music oriented toward ballroom, Latin, swing and polka dancers. A local DJ will provide the music. Attire is relaxed dressy casual. $5. 7-10 p.m. Eagles Ballroom, 3321 South 66th Street, Fort Smith. 479-484-7156 Nov. 1 Crochet and Knitting Class Have fun learning to crochet. Take yarn, a size G or H hook and a willingness to learn. Free. 10 a.m.-noon.

Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org Nov. 1-2 American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar Many handcrafted items such as aprons, baby quilts, wind chimes, decorated pillow cases and tote bags will be offered. A huge baked goods selection includes pies, cakes, cookies, candies, breads, fried pies and a new featured item, cheeseburger cake with fries.

Lunch can be purchased starting at 11 a.m. Homemade chili with crackers or cornbread, Sandy's fried pickles, dessert and drink for a donation of $4. Funds raised are used by the auxiliary to help veterans and others in this community. Free admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ellig-Stouffer American Legion Post No. 31, 4901 Midland Boulevard, Fort Smith. 479-782-6719 Nov. 1-3 Where the River Meets the Sea: Retreat Women Empowerment presents a three-day retreat event for women. An intensive, interactive workshop for greater understanding of self and others. There will be a special presentation on EFT (Tapping), co-dependency, personality training and organizing your life.

Learning materials are included. Call for reservations. $89 with lodging and meals; $30 without. 4:30 p.m.

Nov. 1-noon Nov. 3. St. Scholastica Retreat Center, 1301 South Albert Pike Avenue, Fort Smith.

479-650-1327, 479-831-7874 Nov. 1-3 Greenwood Art Guild Sale Local artists of the Greenwood Art Guild will be selling hand-painted flowerpots filled with gifts and goodies.

These unique pieces will range in price from $15-$35.

There also will be 6-by-6-inch canvas art for $25. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. BrickCity Emporium, 3215 South 74th Street, Fort Smith. 479-434-5858

Art Exhibit: Botanical Paintings by Lavon Marchi An exhibit of botanical paintings by artist Lavon Marchi will be on display in the library's community room during November and December. These beautiful flowers, done in oils, delight the senses as they pop off the canvas. A native of Arkansas, Marchi began painting at 16. Over the years, she has painted a variety of subjects, including wildlife, street scenes, architectural details, storms and other acts of nature. The artist believes there are too many beautiful things in the world to specialize in one area; she tries to capture it all. Her work has been collected throughout the United States and internationally. Preview her work at tlmarchi.com. Free. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith.

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Nov. 1-3 Holiday Open House Specials and lots of fun to kick off the holiday season.

Extended hours. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. BrickCity Emporium, 3215 South 74th Street, Fort Smith. 479-434-5858 Nov. 1-30 Clothing Drive The Girl Next Door Thrift Store needs unused clothing or household items to help support women, children and men affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. Proceeds go to Crisis Intervention Center. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Girl Next Door, 415 Lexington Avenue, Fort Smith. 470-434-4433 fscic.org Nov. 1-30 Drivers for Veterans Volunteer Recruitment Volunteer drivers are needed to transport military veterans to and from medical appointments at the VA Hospital in Fayetteville. A short training will be pro-

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Fayetteville Vet Center, 1416 North College Avenue, Fayetteville.

800-691-8387 ext. 65489 va.gov

Fort Smith November - a time of honoring and remembrance

Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Fort Smith Public Library Holiday Food Drive Drop off non-perishable food items at any Fort Smith library location throughout November and December.

All food collected will be given to the River Valley Regional Food Bank to help the hungry in the Fort Smith area. Dallas Street Branch, 8100 Dallas Street, 479484-5650; Miller Branch, 8701 South 28th Street, 479-646-3945; Windsor Branch, 4701 Windsor Drive, 479-785-0405; Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Moving On: Paintings by Maggie Malloy After spending many years in Key West, Fla., Maggie Malloy returned to Arkansas to immerse herself in art studies. Malloy has studied under a variety of instructors believing “different strokes for different folks” allow her to learn new techniques and grow. The artist creates most of her works from photographs. Some of her newer pieces were selected to hang in Gallery 307 in Russellville, and she continues to enter shows locally. Her latest inspiration comes from Ireland, Dubai, Saudi Arabia and her grandchildren. Free.

Dewey's Cafe at the Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 fortsmithlibrary.org

Honoring The Fallen You are invited to the dedication of the Cornerstone of the U.S. Marshals Museum Hall of Honor.

November 9th, 11 a.m.

Riverfront Drive & North B Street

• 800-637-1477 479-783-8888

Come out and help us pay tribute to the U.S. Marshals and Veterans who have given their lives in the line of duty, as well as those who have served or who are currently serving our great nation!

Events • Nov. 9th -Veteran’s Day Reception at the Fort Smith Museum of History.

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Nov. 9th - Honoring The Fallen (info to the left) • Nov. 9th - Annual Veterans Day Parade In the Chaffee Crossing Historic District. 1:30 p.m.

• Nov. 11th - Fort Smith National Cemetery Ceremony. 11 a.m.

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Check out our calendar of events for more info on these and other events taking place in November!

Nov. 2 Reptile Mania!

Snake enthusiasts Brad Birchfield and Jeremy Sloan present reptiles from their extensive collection of native venomous and non-venomous snakes and a rescued juvenile alligator. The free program addresses facts and myths about snakes and details conservation efforts in Arkansas. Free 1-3 p.m. Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-369-2469 arkansasstateparks.com/lakefortsmith Nov. 2 Basic Cake Decorating Learn how to make a cake as pretty as the pros. This course is perfect for beginners and designed for those who have had little experience in cake decorating but would like to learn. Get introduced to frostings and materials needed to make a cake beautiful. Learn how to fill bags, how to use the versatile star and pencil tips, and how to craft beautiful flowers to decorate.

Fee includes beginning kit. $45. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Nov. 2 Christ the King Garage Sale Fundraiser Shop til you drop at this huge garage sale fundraiser held in the Parish Center. There will be a lot to choose from: clothes, toys, books, furniture, athletic gear and more! 7 a.m.-noon. Christ the King School, 1918 South Greenwood Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-782-0614

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS for a combined distance of 3.75 miles rated easy to moderate. The cave is a huge rock outcrop that allows for lots of fun exploring in and around the area. There also is a nature center, heritage center and gift shop to check out after the hike. Meet at Central Mall parking lot to carpool/caravan. 8 a.m. Robbers Cave State Park, Oklahoma 2 North, Wilburton, Okla.

479-646-9562 thcfs.com

Nov. 2 Lake Ouachita State Park Fall Foliage Weekend Catch a glimpse of nature’s splendor during Lake Ouachita State Park’s Fall Foliage Weekend. Take a hike along one of the park trails, make a nature journal, discover Arkansas native trees in a tree maze, embark on a clue scavenger hunt or enjoy a fall foliage tour by barge on spectacular Lake Ouachita. Pack a lunch, grab the kids and head out for a picnic and Ouachita nature experience with the whole family. With reservations, a lake tour by pontoon boat is available. Tickets for the boat tour are $9 for adults, $5 for kids 6-12 and free for ages 5 and under. Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, Ark. 501-767-9366 arkansasstateparks.com/lakeouachita

Ladies-Only Mountain Maiden Backpacking Weekend Devil's Den State Park invites women into the woods for a girlsonly backpacking experience. Explore a beautiful back country trail near the park. Learn some great survival skills, go on a real owl prowl and learn how much fun it is to rough it in the woods.

Participates will depart from the visitor center at 10 a.m. Nov. 2 and return at noon Nov. 3. Backpackers will be joined by a park interpreter and several park volunteers to ensure a fun learning experience. The cost includes all camping and activity fees and meals. $60 for one person or take your best friend or daughter over 15 and make it a weekend getaway for two. 10 a.m. Nov. 2-noon Nov. 3. Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas 74, Fort Smith. 479-761-3325 arkansasstateparks.com

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Nov. 2 Silk Tie to Dye For! Create a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gift for that special tie-wearing person in your life. Published, award-winning designer Helen Lively will guide the class in this ancient art form put to use in new ways. Learn basic silk-painting techniques to embellish a 100 percent silk charmeuse men’s tie. The class will cover basic silk painting techniques, include all necessary supplies and provide clear, illustrated, color instructions for the project. $49. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning

Nov. 2 Step Back in Time History surrounds us, we just need to take a walk to step back in time and see some of the handy work of early settlers. Now that fall is here, the rock walls are easier to see. Join the park interpreter at the Ouachita trailhead just west of the tent camping area. Free. 910:30 a.m. Queen Wilhelmina State Park, 3877 Arkansas 88 West, Mena, Ark. 479-394-2863 queenwilhelmina.com

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data, position it and add a flourish or two and have that list done in no time. $25. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith.

479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning

Nov. 2 Cooking: Fall Harvest Time With fall ingredients such as squash and pumpkins so plentiful, learn a few easy methods for creating warm, welcoming fall meals. Get hands-on in the kitchen with simple ideas to make homemade food.

Class size is limited; register early. $55. Fee includes materials. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220

Nov. 2 Leon Sargent Memorial Fish Fry Leon “Sarge” Sargent was one of Fort Smith's master fish fry chefs. His tradition of fish frying will continue at Fort Smith Elks Lodge. The all-you-can-eat fish fry will include fish, hush puppies and all the fixin's, plus homemade desserts. A dessert auction follows the dinner. Robert Kelsey, local solist, will be performing for dancing or listening pleasures. $10. 6 p.m. Fort Smith Elks Lodge No. 341, 5504 Massard Road, Fort Smith. 479-478-1060 elks.org Nov. 2 Rough Canyon Trail and Robbers Cave Hike TrailBlazers Hiking Club will hike Rough Canyon Trail and Robbers Cave Trail at Robbers Cave State Park

Nov. 2-3 Immaculate Conception Ladies Auxiliary 44th Annual Holiday Bazaar The bazaar features the Country Store with homemade featherbed rolls, cinnamon buns, pies, cakes, cookies, candies and more. Shop for holiday giving: wreaths, ornaments, needlework, quilts, dolls, arts and craft gifts. Also enjoy the children's booth, jewelry, Rada knives, casseroles-to-go, silent auction and raffle. Lunch will be available Saturday. Free. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 2; 8 a.m.-noon Nov. 3. Free. Immaculate Conception Parish Center, North 13th Street and Garrison Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-648-8675 Nov. 2-3 Christmas Open House Fun, food and prizes. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Antique Flea Market, Stop & Shop, 604 Fort Street, Barling, Ark. 479-806-8253

Nov. 3 Art You Can Live With An opening reception for Art You Can Live With. The creative work of Ralph Irwin will be featured in main gallery. Charles Eames, a name synonymous with the great chair design in the mid-20th century, used formed laminated wood. Today, Irwin is creating furniture made of recycled materials, looking at these forms with a fresh eye and a lot of creativity. Free. 14 p.m. Center For Art & Education, 104 North 13th Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-7767 art-ed.org

Nov. 3 Crawford County Chronicles The last regular Crawford County Chronicles lecture at Drennen-Scott Historic Site will cover two subjects.

Fred Williams of Fort Smith will present “The Fort, The Court and an Outlaw Turned Good” concerning the most famous outlaw held by the U.S. Court for the Western District of Arkansas when it was in Van Buren – Wyatt Earp. Tom Wing, director of the Drennen-Scott Historic Site, will speak about the importance of the court moving from Van Buren to Fort Smith in 1871. Reservations have made this program a sell-out. Seats will be available only if reservation holders cancel. Free. 2-4 p.m. Drennen-Scott Historic Site, 221 North 3rd Street, Fort Smith. 479-262-2750

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Nov. 4 Senior Coffee Talk Ann Kinder of Edward Jones hosts the monthly Senior Coffee Talk, Main Street Food & Shopping Extravaganza. Start your holiday shopping early. Main Street business will be having a shopping bazaar. 9-10 a.m.

Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-434-3531 Nov. 4-7 Hunter Education Course An instructor-led hunter education course will be held as a three-night class Nov. 4, 5 and 7. Anyone born after 1968 must complete a hunter education course and carry a valid hunter education card to hunt in Arkansas. Students must attend all three nights. Free.

6-9 p.m. River Valley Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith. 479-452-3993

Nov. 4-25 Dance Lessons Betty Farmer teaches beginners dance and Mike Lawrence teaches advanced dance in foxtrot, waltz, cha-cha, rhumba, tango, bolero, salsa, merengue, samba, West Coast and East Coast swing, paso doble and polka. Dance on the largest dance floor in the River Valley. Beginner's lessons are from 7:30-9 p.m. and advanced lessons are from 6:30-7:30 p.m. $5.

6:30-9 p.m. Eagles Ballroom, 3321 South 66th Street, Fort Smith. 479-484-7156

Nov. 5 Small Business Seminar – Intermediate QuickBooks The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents this hands-on workshop.

Participants receive detailed instruction on the day-today features of QuickBooks including: accounts payable, accounts receivable, managing sales tax and generating reports. A basic working knowledge of QuickBooks is recommended. A computer will be provided for each participant for use during this interactive session. Call or go online to register. $65. 1-4:30 p.m. Beall Barclay & Co., 3101 South 70th Street, Fort Smith. 479-356-2067 asbtdc.ualr.edu/training/russellville.asp

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Van Buren

Truly Historic.

Truly Alive.

The A&M Excursion Train runs Wednesday, Friday and Saturday The Farmer’s Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday Nov 2 - Elvis Tribute Show Nov 3 and 11 - Crawford County Chronicles Nov 3 - The oohs & aahs of Art You Can Live With Nov 11 - Van Buren Veteran’s Day Parade Nov 15 - Art Night Out Nov 15-17 - Annie The Musical Nov 16 - J.R.’s Country Gospel Variety Show Nov 20 - Community Thanksgiving Worship Service Nov 22-23 - Shop Small and Christmas Open House

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Nov. 5 Relay For Life Kickoff Party The Relay For Life of North Sebastian-Fort Smith kickoff party is a celebration of the successful 2013 Relay For Life held in May. Learn how to be a part of the 2014 Relay For Life. Teams and participants can sign up and learn about sponsorship opportunities and volunteer openings. Attendees also will enjoy refreshments and door prizes. Free. 6 p.m. Fort Smith River Park, East Room, 121 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith.

479-739-8123 relayforlife.org/fortsmithar

Nov. 5 Fort Smith Chamber of Commerce 125th Anniversary Celebration For 125 years, the chamber has been an integral force in transforming Fort Smith "From a Fort to a Corporate City." Member businesses who have belonged to the chamber for more than 100 years will be recognized.

Historical items will be on display beginning at 11 a.m. preceding an 11:30 a.m. luncheon. Gov. Mike Beebe is the keynote speaker. $50; sponsorships available.

11 a.m. Fort Smith Convention Center Exhibit Hall B, Rogers Avenue and South 9th Street, Fort Smith.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The attire is casual. $2.50. 6:30-9 p.m. Hug Chevrolet Showroom Floor, Main Street, Charleston, Ark. 479-674-2578 Nov. 7-28 RAM: Drop In and Draw Every Thursday, the Regional Art Museum will provide a live model and studio space for artists to hone their skills. Call or visit the website for more details. Free.

Noon-4 p.m. Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, 1601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-784-2787 fsram.org Nov. 8 Free Dinner of Thanksgiving for Veterans This free dinner of thanksgiving is for all veterans and their immediate families. Dinner will include turkey, dressing and all the trimmings, plus drinks and homemade desserts. After dinner, there will be musical entertainment for dancing or your listening enjoyment.

Free. 6 p.m. Fort Smith Elks Lodge No. 341, 5504 Massard Road, Fort Smith. 479-478-1060 elks.org

Winslow Homer and the American Pictorial Press in America A free opening reception will be held 5-7 p.m. Nov. 7 for an exhibition highlighting the emerging celebrity of Winslow Homer (1836-1910) through engraved images produced for the American pictorial press. During Homer's tenure with such publications as Ballou's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion, Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper and Harper's Weekly, he created more than 200 illustrations. From leisure scenes of the Adirondacks to battlefields of the Civil War, Homer's images demonstrated an engaging style and dynamic composition. Also included in the exhibition are works by Thomas Nast, Alfred Waud, Theodore Davis and Charles Parsons. General admission $8, seniors and students $6, RAM members free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, 1601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-784-2787 fsram.org

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Nov. 5, 19 Scrabble Club in Van Buren Adults are invited to enjoy an informal atmosphere as they test their word knowledge. Free. 1 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 6 Medicaid Myths We all are concerned about caring for ourselves as we age and how to plan with the best available information. Have your questions answered by elder law attorney Todd Whately. $7. 1 p.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith.

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click. Identify spam and phishing and how to avoid these traps. $20; $15 partner pricing. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 afs.edu/lifelonglearning

Nov. 7 Center for Lifelong Learning Oklahoma City Tour From Bricktown and the River Walk to the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, this coach tour will take in the sights, sounds and delights of Oklahoma's capital city. Enjoy a day strolling through downtown and a tempting lunch, reflect at the poignant memorial to the 1995 bombing of the Murrah Federal Building and see 500 years of European Art at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Registration required. $115 includes lunch. 7:45 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Nov. 7-28 Square Dancing The Charleston Square-Ups Square Dance Club under direction of caller Danny Burris hosts beginners, mainstream and plus dance activities with occasional Round Dancing between tips. Beginners' dance lessons are in progress at this time from 6:30-8 p.m. with regular dance tips during the students’ breaks.

Nov. 8 Free Hot Dog Lunch for Veterans In celebration of Veterans Day, Dr. Kris Gast and Fort Smith Radiation Oncology will be hosting a free hot dog lunch to honor all veterans. Lunch will include grilled hot dogs prepared by the staff, chips, drink and dessert. Also raffle tickets for a YETI 14.3 gallon Tundra 65 cooler will be available. The drawing will be held Dec. 3 with all proceeds to benefit the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 42. Free. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fort Smith Radiation Oncology, 8500 South 36th Terrace, Fort Smith. 479-648-1800 fsro.net Nov. 8 Veterans Day Reception Veterans and their families are invited to share stories and refreshments. View photos, uniforms and memorabilia from past Veterans Day exhibits. Taped interviews with local veterans conducted by the Fort Smith Historical Society are available in the Griffin Theater.

Free. Donations appreciated. 11 a.m. Fort Smith Museum of History, 320 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith.

479-783-7841 fortsmithmuseum.com

Nov. 8 Annual Migration of Bald Eagles to Arkansas Mike Martin, an avid nature and wildlife photographer for more than 20 years, will offer this visual presentation on bald eagles. The talk will cover some interesting facts about bald eagles, their behavior, where to view them in Arkansas and some basic photography tips. Free. 6:30 p.m. River Valley Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith. 479-452-3993 rivervalleynaturecenter.com Nov. 8 The Dallas Branch Book Club The Dallas Branch Book Club offers a fun, relaxed discussion about your favorite reads. There is no required reading for this club; read whatever you like and share your opinions about what you have read.

Free. 2:30 p.m. Dallas Branch Library, 8100 Dallas Street, Fort Smith. 479-484-5650 fortsmithlibrary.org

Nov. 8 Redwork & Embroidery Club in Van Buren Adults are invited to participate in a block-of-themonth stitch-in at the library. For the November meeting, some will be finishing up last year's project and some will be starting the new project for this next year.

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River Valley Feis A dance competition for Irish Dancers from all regions of the United States, the River Valley Feis is hosted by the McCafferty School of Dance and Fort Smith Irish Dance Council. The public is invited and may also enter an art competition of any medium with an Irish theme, or a soda-bread baking contest.

Registration forms may be downloaded.

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The pattern is free. Call the library for a list of supplies you will need. Free. 1-3 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 8 Day Trip to Tahlequah Join the Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah, Okla., for a day of programs. Hear speakers from the Cherokee Nation and learn about the historic Goingsnake Massacre from descendants of those involved. Enjoy a lunch of traditional Cherokee foods. $15 per person includes transportation and museum admission, lunch and the Cherokee program. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tahlequah, Okla., 479-709-3766 usmarshalsmuseum.com

Nov. 9 Veterans Day Parade at Chaffee Crossing Join the Fort Smith region for the 2nd Annual Veterans Day Parade at Chaffee Crossing. Those interested in volunteering or participating call 479-434-6774 Free.

1:30 p.m. Chaffee Crossing, 7020 Taylor Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-434-6774

Nov. 9 LeFlore County Historical Society Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast A pancake breakfast will be served from 7 a.m. until the start of the annual Veterans Day Parade. Pancakes, bacon, juice, milk and coffee are on the menu. Free tours of the LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowrey also will be offered. All proceeds go the LeFlore County Historical Society, a 501(c)3 non-profit. Adults $5; children 10 and under $3. 7 a.m.-10 a.m. LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowrey, 303 Dewey Avenue, Poteau, Okla. 918-647-9330

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Battle of Honey Springs Re-enactment Commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Battle of Honey Springs with a special re-enactment of the battle in Checotah near Rentiesville. Witness as costumed re-enactors bring to life the largest military clash ever to have occurred in Oklahoma. The Battle of Honey Springs gained significence as an important Union victory in their efforts to gain control of Indian Territory. The battle was also unique in that white soldiers were the minority on both sides of the military conflict.

Approximately 9,000 soldiers were involved in the battle, including Cherokee and Creek regiments, other American Indian forces, veteran Texas regiments and the 1st Kansas Colored Volunteers, the first black regiment in the Union army. Honey Springs Battlefield, 1863 Honey Springs Battlefield Road, Checotah, Okla. 918-473-5572

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Nov. 9 Mount Magazine Hike TrailBlazers Hiking Club will hike Will Apple, Bear Hollow and East Benefield trails at Mount Magazine State Park, a distance of about six miles rated moderate.

There will be scenic views of the mountains, valley, bluff lines and historical remnants. Meet at Central Mall parking lot to carpool/caravan. Free. 8 a.m.

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 Arkansas 309 South, Paris, Ark. 479-646-9562 thcfs.com

Nov. 9 Howard Hill Presents Classic Car Show Car show includes awards for Pastors' Pick, Mayor's Pick and Best of Show. Car entry $25; free admission.

8 a.m.-3 p.m. Greenwood Town Square, North Main Street and Town Square Street, Greenwood, Ark. 479-462-3372

Nov. 9 Meet the Author & Book Signing Join local author Nancee Fox as she promotes her book "I Am A Child of God" at a drop-in style event.

Ten percent of all proceeds from the book sales will be donated to the Village2Village missions outreach of City Christian Fellowship. Free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Cedarville Public Library, 639 Pirates Way, Cedarville, Ark. 479-410-1853

Nov. 9 Fall Back Into Church Block Party Meet and join the members of Bluff Avenue Baptist Church at this block party with games, prizes, hot dogs, chips and drinks. There will be a bouncearound, bean bag toss, ring toss, face painting and more. Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bluff Avenue Baptist Church, 2300 Bluff Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-782-5800

Nov. 9 Hangings in Van Buren & Other Long-Lost Tales: The Federal Court of the Western District Before Judge Parker Tom Wing, UAFS assistant professor of history and director of the Drennen-Scott Historic Site, will share stories of this little-known aspect of our western Arkansas history, including hangings in Van Buren and the work of U.S. Marshal George Washington Knox. Free. 3 p.m. Miller Branch Library, 8701 South 28th Street, Fort Smith. 479-646-3945

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Smith Public Library Endowment Trust. Daren Bobb will be the emcee for the evening and entertainment will be provided by the Don Bailey Jazz Ensemble and Sweet and Lowdown. Call for tickets or more information. $100. 7-11 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 fortsmithlibrary.org Nov. 9 Author Signing by AmBear Shellea Local author AmBear Shellea was inspired to become a writer when she read "A Midsummer's Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare in the sixth grade.

After a life of journaling, writing short stories and fairy tales for herself and her children, she has begun to use her imagination writing for adults. Devine Destinies in 2012 published the first two books in her fantasy collection, "Chaos Unleashed" and "Revelation."

In 2013, Hot Ink Press published her rockin' paranormal fantasy, The Rock 'n Roll Paraphantasy series.

Books one and two were deemed best sellers in the United States and Canada. Meet Shellea and discuss her books. Free 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 9 Clayton House: Lunch and a Story with Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves The Clayton House grounds will be the site of a hot dog picnic, a visit by deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves (portrayed by Baridi Nkokheli), songs of Fort Smith’s border-town era by guitar-playing Herschel Parker, games and more. Lunch, $2.50; museum entry and reading is free; donations accepted. Noon- 2 p.m. The Clayton House, 514 North 6th Street, Fort Smith.

479-783-3000 claytonhouse.org

Nov. 9 Honoring the Fallen – Dedication of the Hall of Honor Cornerstone More than 250 marshals have died to enforce our nation's laws. Their sacrifice will be remembered with remarks by former U.S. Attorney General Edwin Meese and former New York police commissioner and associate director U.S. Marshals Service Howard Safir.

Tent seating is limited; call for reservations. Free. 11 a.m.-noon. U.S. Marshals Museum Site, 201 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith. 479-709-3766 usmarshalsmuseum.com Nov. 9 Sallisaw Main Street Turkey Trot 5K Sallisaw Main Street will be sponsoring the 2nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K run in downtown Sallisaw. Reg-

istration is online at earlysignup.com/sallitrot or onsite the day of the event. On-site registration is from 8-8:45 a.m. and the run will begin at 9 a.m. The certified route starts on Elm Street off of Cherokee in Sallisaw. Early registration ensures a t-shirt and goody bag. $25 early registration. $30 day of race. 8 a.m.-9 a.m. Downtown Sallisaw, Cherokee Street, Sallisaw, Okla. 918-775-9555 sallisawmainstreet.org

Nov. 9 Western Arkansas Chapter of the UA Alumni Association Watch Party Watch Party for Hogs vs. Ole Miss game. The party starts pregame and all University of Arkansas alumni or UA supporters are invited. Kickoff time is to be announced; watch local listings. Free. Gringo's Mexican Restaurant, 9709 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith.

479-452-8480 arkansasalumni.org/wastudentsendoff

Nov. 9-10 CES Express Exclusive dinner train ride benefits the Children’s Emergency Shelter. The train will depart from Van Buren for an excursion to Fayetteville and a private party with entertainment at the Hog Haus Brewery.

During the ride up the mountain, dinner and drinks will be served. The train returns at midnight. Explorer First-Class Dining Car tickets are $400 per couple, including seated dining for a prime rib dinner and drinks (beer and wine). Mountain View Coach Car tickets, $200 per couple, include bench seating, a boxed dinner and drinks. Drink tickets with an additional five drinks may be purchased for $20. Tickets may be purchased online. 4 p.m.-midnight. Van Buren Train Depot, Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-242-5771 childrensemergencyshelter.org Nov. 9-16 Workplace Spanish Designed for workers and professionals who want to be able to communicate in Spanish. Learn Spanish phrases for better customer service. This class is beginner’s Spanish, but Spanish Basics or a similar course is recommended as a prerequisite. $40. 9:30 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning

Nov. 10 3rd Annual Good Samaritan 5K Run Benefits Operation Christmas Child and has an entry fee of one filled shoe box for distribution to children in need around the world. Registration forms can be picked up at Greenwood Dance Studio, 608 West Center Street, or First Baptist Church, 19 North Adair

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Nov. 11 Van Buren Veteran's Day Parade A patriotic parade down historic Main Street honors veterans. 6:30 p.m. Van Buren, Historic Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-652-3374 vanburen.org

Nov. 11 Crawford County Chronicles Veterans Day Observance A special edition of the Crawford County Chronicles program will commemorate Veterans Day by moving to the King Opera House. World War II veteran Warren Blaylock is the featured speaker, recounting his experiences fighting in Europe. Blaylock, a businessman, teacher, veteran and livestock farmer, landed in Normandy shortly after the D-Day invasion, fought in the Battle of the Bulge and earned a Bronze Star for his valor in combat. Tom Wing, director of the DrennenScott Historic Site and assistant professor of history at UAFS, said Blaylock is a regular contributor to the Crawford County Chronicles programs. “Warren is an excellent storyteller who keeps his audiences enthralled,” Wing said. “He has a story about getting strafed by the Luftwaffe on the beaches of Normandy, but the main thing he’ll talk about is his Battle of the Bulge experiences because he was very involved in it.” Blaylock operates Auctioneering Associates and has taught school as well as worked at American Can Co. and the Darrel Thomas Co. He volunteers at the Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center, the Crawford County Senior Citizens Center and Citizens Bank and Trust. He was inducted into the Senior Arkansans Hall of Fame in May. This is the final talk of the year for the Crawford County Chronicles series.

Program begins after the 6:30 p.m. Veterans Day Parade. Free. 6:30 p.m. King Opera House, 427 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-262-2750 Nov. 11-15 America Recycles Day Take your recyclables (glass, paper, metal, plastic, and electronics) to the library, along with your personal papers to shred. Donations of clothing and non-perishable food also will be collected. Each day you recycle, shred or donate you will be entered into a drawing to win a prize. Free. 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 11-17 Cre8ive Arts Network at BrickCity Emporium's Community Corner Cre8ive Arts Network will fill BrickCity’s Community Corner with one-of-a-kind holiday gift ideas. Unique arts and crafts, fresh baked goods, greeting cards and pottery are just some of the items that will be available.

Tickets will be for sale for a wall hanging, a set of cards, pottery and more. All items are handmade or home baked by members of the Magic Brush Group.

There will be a bake sale at 10 a.m. Nov. 16. Proceeds go to support projects such as scholarship programs for collage art students, a potters wheel for the studio and other items. A drawing also will be held for a oneyear membership and one month of free studio space.

Cre8ive Arts Network, Inc. is a 501(c )3 non-profit.

Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Brick City Emporium, 3215 South 74th Street, Fort Smith. 479-222-6244, 479-357-9079 ucancre8.org

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Nov. 12 Knit, Stitch, and Crochet Today!

If you knit, stitch or crochet – or want to learn – take your needles, hooks and projects and join this all-ages group for an afternoon of crafting. Yarn, extra supplies and plenty of help will be available for anyone who wants to learn. Free. 4-6 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith.

479-783-0229 fortsmithlibrary.org

Nov. 13 Diabetes Discussion Pixie King, clinical dietician and diabetes educator with Sparks Health System, answers questions about diabetes, including describing who is at risk, normal blood sugar levels and how to prevent or delay Type 2 disease. What steps can you take to prevent diabetes and lower the risk for possible complications of diabetes? These are just some of the questions King will answer. $7. 1 p.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220

Nov. 13-Dec. 18 Digital Literacy Learn the basics of using a computer. For those who are new to using a computer, this class introduces basic terminology, using the mouse and some common programs. 8 a.m.-9:25 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Fort Smith Adult Education Center, 501 South 20th Street, Fort Smith. 479-785-1232

Nov. 13-Dec. 18 Microsoft IT Academy Achieve the premier Microsoft Office certification, which is globally recognized as the standard for

demonstrating desktop skills. The Office Specialist program is helping meet the demand for qualified and knowledgeable people in the modern workplace.

Study and take the official tests. Free. 9:30-10:55 a.m.

Mondays and Wednesdays. Fort Smith Adult Education Center, 501 South 20th Street, Fort Smith.

479-785-1232 adulteducationfortsmith.org Nov. 13-Dec. 18 MS Powerpoint 2010 Learn how to make impressive presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Integrate graphics, video, and music into presentations to teach or sell. Class meets Monday and Wednesday. $80 which includes textbook and flash drive. $80 includes textbook and flash drive. 11 a.m.-12:25 p.m. Fort Smith Adult Education Center, 501 South 20th Street, Fort Smith.

479-785-1232 adulteducationfortsmith.org Nov. 14 Arkansas Surgical Weight Loss Seminar Arkansas Surgical Weight Loss explains the possibilities of medical assistance for weight loss. Registration is required. Free. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 877-709-3627

Nov. 14 Heaven's Babies: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group A new support group for families experiencing the death of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or in the newborn period. Chaplains and trained support specialists will be available. 6-7:30 p.m. Reynolds Cancer Support House, 3324 South M Street, Fort Smith.

(479)441-5452

Nov. 14 Welcome Neighbor Women's Book Club The book "The Next Thing on My List" by Jill Smolinski will be reviewed. Any woman is welcome to attend.

Free. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-459-1603

Nov. 14 Adult Pinterest Party Take a Christmas craft you have been working on and a dish you have prepared that you found on Pinterest.

Don't forget directions and recipes. Free. 5:30 p.m.

Cedarville Public Library, 737 Pirates Way, Cedarville, Ark. 479-410-1853 crawfordcountylib.org Nov. 14 Girls Night Out Door prizes, refreshments, style show and special discounts all night. Free. 6-10 p.m. BrickCity Emporium, 3215 South 74th Street, Fort Smith. 479-434-5858

Nov. 14 Western Arkansas Chapter of the UA Alumni Association Happy Hour All University of Arkansas alumni and friends of UA are welcome. Food and drink specials will be offered.

5:30-7:30 p.m. Gringo's Mexican Restaurant, 9709 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-739-6408 Nov. 14-16 Holiday Art and Craft Sale More than 15 local artists and crafters will be showcasing one-of-a-kind, locally made, beautifully handcrafted items. Enjoy refreshments as well as demonstrations by some of the artists and crafters.

5-8 p.m. Nov. 14; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 15; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 16. Park in rear. Free admission. 214 North 12th Street, Fort Smith. 479-650-2555

Nov. 14-Dec. 12 Adobe InDesign InDesign is desktop publishing software. Put together digital art from Photoshop and Illustrator to produce projects with text, illustrations and photographs. InDesign enables the user to make simple projects like photographic Christmas cards, illustrated calendars, flyers, posters or multi-page publications. $55. 6 p.m.

Thursdays. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220

Nov. 14-Dec. 17 MS Excel 2010 Learn the basics of spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2010 including formatting, formulas, data lists, and charts. $80, includes textbook and flash drive. 89:25 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Fort Smith Adult Education Center, 501 South 20th Street, Fort Smith.

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Tuesdays and Thursdays. Fort Smith Adult Education Center, 501 South 20th Street, Fort Smith.

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360 Leadership Luncheon and Workshop: Dr. Nathan Mellor Dr. Nathan Mellor is CEO of Strata Leadership and Character First, based in Oklahoma City. He has a master’s degree in education from Harding University and a doctorate in organizational leadership from Pepperdine University. Mellor has consulted, trained and lectured throughout the United States and abroad. He also has studied or taught in Australia, Belize, China, England, Guyana, Israel, Jordan, Mexico, Russia and Rwanda. He has nearly 15 years’ experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at Baker College, Pepperdine University and Oklahoma Christian University. Sponsored by 360 Leadership Series. $17, includes workshop. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. MovieLounge, 7601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-719-1262 360leadershipseries.com

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college. Students will be introduced to the essential programs needed in secondary education including Word, PowerPoint, and Blackboard. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays. Free. 11 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

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Nov. 15 Night Photography Learn how to explore the opportunities for photography at night using your digital camera. The class will take a walking photographic excursion on the UAFS campus. Tripod is preferred. $25. 6 p.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Nov. 15 Art Night Out Capture your holiday on canvas. Registration by phone is required. $60, includes supplies. 7 p.m. Center For Art & Education, 104 North 13th Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-7767 art-ed.org Nov. 15 Diamond Dance The T&T Combo Band will perform music oriented toward ballroom, Latin and swing dancers with an occasional polka included. The attire is dressy casual.

This is a great after-dinner, romantic dance in a lowlight environment on the largest dance floor in the River Valley. Smoke free. $10 non-members. 8-10:30 p.m. Eagles Ballroom, 3321 South 66th Street, Fort Smith. 479-484-7156

Nov. 15 Food For Thought: So You Think You Can Write?

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a writer? Harlequin's So You Think You Can Write writing contest has paid off big for local author Marion Laird. Laird will talk about her experiences getting published with Harlequin's Love Inspired Suspense Fast Track and her writing process. Take a lunch or pick it up at Dewey's Café. The library will provide drinks and dessert. Free. Noon. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229

Nov. 15 Scrapbooking in Alma Take your adhesive, photos, scissors and other scrapbooking tools. Material for this month’s featured layout will be provided. Preregister by Nov. 8. Free. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140 crawfordcountylib.org

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Nov. 15-17 Heart of the Hunter We are all hunters tracking the mystery in the deep woods of our lives. The crucial hunt is not the hunt for big game but the hunt for meaning, for fullness of life, for God. Discover the power of the heart and delve into the truth that we are both the hunters and the hunted. Together we will explore: The Aboriginal Heart, The Seeking Heart, The Wounded Heart, The Compassionate Heart, and the Attentive Heart. This includes two nights’ lodging and five meals. Commuter rate includes meals. $175 (commuter rate $120) with a non-refundable $50 deposit. 7 p.m. Nov. 15-noon Nov. 17. St. Scholastica Retreat Center, 1205 South Albert Pike, Fort Smith. 479-783-1135 stscho.org

Nov. 16 Belly Dancing Workshop An art form more than 2,000 years old, belly dancing is a great workout for the pelvis, abdomen, hips, spine and neck. People of all levels of fitness are welcome at this one-day workshop to learn the basic elements and routines. Comfortable clothing recommended, scarves provided. $39, includes CD. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Nov. 16 A Taste Of Trinity Sample the cuisine of the many cultures of Trinity.

Those include Vietnamese, Hispanic, German and many others. There also will be performances by the Trinity Band, Dance and Cheer teams, as well as the Drama Club. $18 adult; $30 couple; $8 child. 6:25-9 p.m. Trinity Junior High Activity Center, 1205 South Albert Pike, Fort Smith. 479-782-2451

Nov. 16 DAR Honor Native American and American Heritage Month The Fort Smith Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution meets to hear UAFS assistant professor of History Tom Wing speak on the subject "John Drennen's Involvement in Removal of The Five Civilized Tribes to Oklahoma." A tour of the Drennen-Scott House is included. Light refreshments will be served.

Free. 2-4:30 p.m. Drennen-Scott Historic Site, 221 North 3rd Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-262-6020

Nov. 16 Seven Hollows Trail Hike TrailBlazers Hiking Club will hike Seven Hollows Trail at Petit Jean State Park: This is a beautiful, 4.2-mile trail with lots of bluffs, boulders, waterfalls and a natural bridge. Trail is rated moderate. Meet at Cloverleaf Plaza parking lot in Van Buren to carpool/caravan.

Free. 8 a.m. Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, Ark. 479-646-9562 thcfs.com

Nov. 16 Holiday Party Foods, Tapas and Wreath Making The River Valley Master Gardeners Herb Committees annual holiday cooking with herbs will host a new and different approach to what to serve during the holidays. Instead of having a whole meal we will concentrate on having friends over, gifting friends and making hostess gifts. Come join us to celebrate a new approach to holiday entertaining. Phone Sheila Deal for reservations. $20. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Reynolds Cancer Support House, 3325 South M Street, Fort Smith.

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Tim Ernst Slide Show Tim Ernst, Arkansas author and nature photographer, will present his new slide program, “Buffalo River Beauty,” at the general meeting of the TrailBlazers Hiking Club. There will be a question/answer time to ask hiking, photography or outdoors-related questions. Ernst will have his books, posters and calendars available for purchase. Refreshments, door prizes and social time will follow meeting. Free. 7-8:30 p.m. Grace Community United Methodist Church, 4001 Brooken Hill Drive, Fort Smith. 479-646-9562 thcfs.com

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Nov. 16 Author Signing by Lloyd Shores Local author Lloyd Shores created “The Adventures of Mr. Ant” for his two children. The main character, Mr. Ant, is an adventurous ant with morals. His stories show us that we can learn new things and have fun while learning. Shores was born in northwest Arkansas and grew up on a small farm. After graduating from Arkansas Tech University with a degree in chemistry, he surrendered to the call to preach. He now lives with his family in Alma, splitting his time between ministering and being a chemist. Free. 11 a.m.1 p.m. Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma, Ark. 479-632-4140

Nov. 16-23 EBay for Fun and Profit EBay is not just about collecting anymore. It’s about cars, furniture, real estate, clothing, even electronics.

Learn the process for listing items, photographing, packing, shipping and electronic payment for online sales. $55. 9 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Nov. 17-Dec. 7 Third Sunday Artist Reception at Michael's Mansion Join the gallery's artists for refreshments while you shop for one-of-a-kind original paintings. Small items for gift-giving will be available at the opening reception. Featured artists include Jimmy Leach, Patricia Lappin, Cindy Sugg, Julie Mayser, Lorrie Bridges and Barbara Loftin. Free. 1-4 p.m. Michael's Mansion, 2900 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-883-8336

Nov. 18 Career Readiness Get prepared at the library for your dream job. The resume class begins at 11 a.m. At noon will be a section on Social Networking. At 1 p.m., there will be mock interviews and at 2 p.m. find answers to the big question, “To wear or not to wear.” Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 18-20 Social Networking Learn how to use Facebook. Students will set up a Facebook profile, learn all of the elements of the social networking site and how they can use it for personal socialization, as well as promoting a business. Free.

5-7:55 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Fort Smith Adult Education Center, 501 South 20th Street, Fort Smith. 479-785-1232 adulteducationfortsmith.org

Nov. 18-Dec. 9 Digital Photography III: People and Faces: Portrait Photography It’s all about people in this portrait class. Learn how to work with individuals and groups, relaxing the subject, create a variety of poses and lighting in the studio or out of it. Practice in a hands-on studio setting and gain the secrets from a professional to take your enjoyment of this art form to a new level and feed your imagination. Students will need to have an SLR digital camera. $60. 6 p.m. Mondays. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith.

479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Nov. 19 Dutch Oven Lid Lifter Everything tastes better when cooked outdoors. Have a yummy meal cooked before your eyes while learning some of the uses and care of a cast-iron Dutch oven.

Learn to make a dessert "lid lifter style." Registration is requested. Free. 6 p.m. River Valley Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith. 479-452-3993 rivervalleynaturecenter.com

Nov. 20 6th Annual Community Thanksgiving Service Joint worship service crosses denominational lines.

Sixteen churches participate in making this event possible for all of Van Buren. Each year, a non-profit, faithbased organization is featured and a love offering is taken during the service to support the cause. The organization for this year is Hearts of Hope restoration ministry of Alma. Free. 6 p.m. Van Buren Fine Arts Center, 2001 Pointer Trail, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6424

Nov. 21 Frontier Researchers Genealogical Society Christmas Party The society's Christmas Party is open to guests.

Members are asked to bring a Christmas ornament for their annual ornament exchange and a white elephant item for a silent auction. Money raised from the silent auction goes back to the club to use for historical preservation and purchase of books for the Genealogy Department of the Fort Smith Public Library.

6:30-8:30 p.m. Golden Corral Restaurant, 1801 South Waldron Road, Fort Smith. 479-646-0376

Nov. 21 Drums Alive!

Get a head start on staying fit through the holidays. A fun exercise program that will get you moving and banging to the beat. Free. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Van Buren

Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 crawfordcountylib.org

Nov. 21 Drums Along the Arkansas Archeology Lecture “Drums Along the Arkansas: The Possible Depiction of Membrane Drums in the Shell Art of Spiro" is an archeology lecture by Jim Rees discussing the importance of membrane drums to ancient Mississippian societies. In his presentation, Rees will argue for the presence of membrane drums in late prehistoric Mississippian cultures, which once stretched across much of what is now the Southeastern and Midwestern United States. Recently, engraved shells from the Spiro Mounds in Oklahoma have revealed possible depictions of such drums. Rees holds a master’s degree in anthropology from the University of Arkansas, as well as a master’s degree in history and a bachelor’s degree in music from Ouachita Baptist University.

Rees’ presentation will take place at the monthly meeting of the Ark-Homa Chapter of the Arkansas Archeological Society and the Oklahoma Anthropological Society. Free. 7 p.m. UAFS Math-Science Building, Room 211, 720 North 49th Street, Fort Smith.

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Nov. 22 Job Fair at the Library Use what you learned at the library’s career readiness class on Nov. 18 and meet local businesses at the job fair. Leave your resume and pick up job applications.

Sign-up is encouraged. Call or stop by the circulation desk. Free. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045

Nov. 22 Clayton House: Gaslight Gala Start your Christmas holiday season in 1882 with food, fun, music and a silent auction of gifts in the authentically restored Clayton House. Order tickets at the Clayton House website or at the museum. $50. 7-10 p.m. The Clayton House, 514 North Sixth Street, Fort Smith. 479-783-3000 claytonhouse.org Nov. 22-23 Shop Small Weekend and Christmas Open House Support local small shops by shopping on Historic Main Street during the Shop Small Weekend and Christmas Open House. The Historic District and shops will be decorated with a variety of Christmas decorations and lights. Avoid the Christmas madness enjoy some old-fashioned shopping. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

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RE:history – Recent Works of James Volkert For 35 years, James Volkert has worked in museums, including 20 years at the Smithsonian Institution. Most recently, he was the associate director of the National Museum of the American Indian. In addition to conducting exhibition workshops throughout the world, he taught exhibition development at the George Washington University for 10 years. He has now returned to making art. Opening reception will be Nov. 21. Free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, 1601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 4797842787 fsram.org

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Nov. 23 AARP Defensive Driving Class Defensive driving classes are held in conference room downstairs at Summit Medical Center. $14; $12 for AARP members. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Summit Medical Center, East Main and South 20th Streets, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-3401

Introducing your newest family doctor.

Nov. 23 Booneville Christmas Festival Shop a wide variety of unique local and state small and home-based businesses housed under one roof.

Lunch/take-out will be available. Free. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Methodist Church Family Life Center, 355 North Broadway, Booneville, Ark. 479-675-2811

James Patterson III, D.O.

Sparks Health System is proud to welcome a new physician to Sparks Clinic.

Dr. James Patterson has joined the experienced group of physicians at Alma Family Medical Clinic. Prior to his move to Arkansas, Dr. Patterson practiced family medicine in Montana where he enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing.

Before pursuing his medical degree, Dr. Patterson served in the military where he earned the rank of captain.

Dr. Patterson and the medical staff at Alma Family Medical Clinic provide comprehensive care for the whole family, including: • Aches and pains • School physicals • Diabetes care • Annual check-ups • Well-woman exams • Chronic illness care • Hypertension management • Well-child care

Clinic A Division of Sparks Regional Medical Center

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Nov. 23 Ozark Highland Trail Hike TrailBlazers Hiking Club will hike on the Ozark Highland Trail at Lake Fort Smith State Park starting at the Visitors Center. There will be views of the lake, historic relics and rocky bluff lines. A new trail will loop hikers back to the visitors center for a moderate hike of about 5.5 miles. Meet at Cloverleaf Plaza parking lot to carpool/caravan. Free. 8 a.m. Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-646-9562 thcfs.com Nov. 23-24 Christmas in the Country Christmas shop from a variety of handmade and special order gifts in a quaint country setting. Sponsored

by Dayton Extension Homemakers Club. Homemade concessions will be available for lunch and snacks.

Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 23; noon-4 p.m. Nov. 24.

Dayton Community Building, 2229 East Arkansas 252, Huntington, Ark. 479-461-0214

Nov. 23-24 Trees and Our Heritage Presented by the Hardwood Tree Museum. Enjoy the history flowing from the trees that made Fort Smith the "Jewel of the Southwest." There will be tree and woodworking activities and demonstrations for adults and children. Free. 8:30 a.m.-4:40 p.m. Nov. 23; 1-5 p.m. Nov. 24. Free. River Valley Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith. 479-452-3993 rivervalleynaturecenter.com Nov. 24 Evangel Temple Community Thanksgiving Feast Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal in the company of friends. Free. 10:45 a.m. Evangel Temple, Towson and Dodson Avenues, Fort Smith. 479-782-9121

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Nov. 25 Free Haircut and Ornament Craft Save money for the holidays by stopping by the library for a free haircut. Designer Beauty College will once again get you ready to look your best for the holiday season and holiday photos. Make an ornament while you wait. Free. 9 a.m.-noon. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045 Nov. 25 Facebook Basics Class Learn how to set up an e-mail account and a Facebook account. The class will cover such basics as finding friends, uploading pictures, privacy settings and much more. Free. 7-8 p.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-6045

Nov. 25-30 Gifts of the Season Shopping Spectacular Find beautiful Christmas ornaments, decor and gifts for home and loved ones for $25 or less. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the Children's Bread Christian Preschool opening in August in Fort Smith.

On Nov. 30, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. children may have photos taken with Santa for $11 for two 5x7 and six wallet-sized photos and receive a goodie. Telephone calls from a live Santa will be available to purchase also for $11. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. BrickCity Emporium, 3215 South 74th Street, Fort Smith. 479-831-9605

CALENDAR OF EVENTS pajama train. Riders will enjoy coach, box lunch, firstclass or Vista Dome seating. First-Class and Vista Dome seating will enjoy a delicious dinner and dessert. Boxed lunch seating will enjoy boxed lunch dining and all train passengers will enjoy hot chocolate and Christmas cookies, roving entertainment and photos with Santa Claus. Call or go online for tickets. $25-$75. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. A&M Railroad Depot, Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 1-800-687-8600, 918-647-3664 amrailroad.com Nov. 30 East Coast Swing Lesson and Swing and Ballroom Dance Take an East Coast swing lesson then dance to a variety of swing and ballroom music. Snack table set up for those who wish to bring items to share. $10. 7-11

p.m. Momentum Dance, 615A Main Street, Suite 4, Van Buren, Ark. 479-285-9090

Nov. 30-Dec. 31 The Perfect Gift: Library Books for Christmas Honor someone special while sharing your love of reading by donating to the Fort Smith Public Library’s The Perfect Gift: Library Books for Christmas. Visit any library location to choose a book to add to the library’s collection in honor or memory of someone special. Children’s books are a $10 donation; adult books are a $25 donation. Proceeds from the Perfect Gift fundraiser will go to the library’s materials fund to be used for the purchase of new library materials. For more information, call the library at or visit web site.

10 a.m. Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-783-0229 fortsmithlibrary.org

Nov. 26 Lunch & Learn: Diabetes Learn about diabetes and the importance of foot health, presented by Kenneth Paul Seiter Jr., DPM., a Sparks Clinic podiatrist. Free. Noon. Sparks Regional Medical Center, Shuffield Education Center, 1001 Towson Ave, Fort Smith. 479-709-3627 sparkshealth.com Nov. 28-Dec. 9 Secret Santa Angel Tree Adopt one of the angels on the Christmas tree in the library. Each angel lists a local child’s age, sizes and wish list. Free. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mountainburg Public Library, 1300 U.S. 71, Mountainburg, Ark. 479-369-1600

Nov. 29 Chainsaw Artist Scott Winford Stop by BrickCity's parking lot Black Friday and watch local chainsaw artist Scott Winford carve a one-ofkind piece out of wood. Free. 10 a.m. BrickCity Emporium, 3215 South 74th Street, Fort Smith.

479-434-5858 brickcityemporium.com

Nov. 29-Dec. 1 Brittany Dog Show This is a national event with entries from throughout the nation. Nov. 29: 9 a.m. – All-Breed Obedience competition; 1 p.m. – Brittany Obedience Competition; 5 p.m. – the puppies compete. Nov. 30: 9 a.m. – Brittany Puppy Sweepstakes; 1 p.m. – adult sweepstakes.

Dec. 1: 9 a.m. – Adult Female Sweepstakes; 1 p.m. – Junior Brittany Sweepstakes; 1:30 p.m. – Best of Breed Competition. Free. Kay Rodgers Park, Fort Smith, Arkansas, 4400 Midland Blvd., Fort Smith.

610-349-3460

Nov. 30 2nd Annual Exploring with Happy Christmas Train A trip that will support Operation Christmas Child.

Trains depart the Van Buren depot at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for a round trip to Winslow, Ark. It's a Christmas

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Dec. 1 Lee Creek Recreation Area Hike TrailBlazers Hiking Club will hike at Lee Creek Recreation Area. In this scenic area close to home, hike the Cracked Rock Trail to a rugged bluff area and the Homestead Trail featuring historic artifacts and cemetery for a distance of two to three miles rated moderate due to some elevation. Meet at Cloverleaf Plaza parking lot to carpool/caravan. Free. 1 p.m. Lee Creek Recreation Area, Pine Hollow Road, Uniontown, Ark. 479-646-9562 thcfs.com

Dec. 2 Senior Coffee Talk Senior Coffee Talk partners will be hosting its annual Christmas party. Be prepared for lots of food, fun and door prizes. Free. 9-10 a.m. Van Buren Public Library, 1409 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-434-3531

Dec. 3 Hearts of Gold Open House The 23rd annual Hearts of Gold campaign kicks off with an open house. The Hearts of Gold campaign collects warm, soft clothing for gifts that will be distributed through Project Compassion Inc. to more than 3,000 area long-term care residents in 33 nursing homes in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Take unwrapped gifts to the open house. Special open house guests this year will include Betsy Broyles Arnold, Drew Michaels from Channel 40/29, Mayor Sandy Sanders, Bill Murray on the piano and The Jack and Jill Singers.

Hearts of Gold began in 1991 to make sure no one in a nursing home is forgotten – especially at Christmas.

Project Compassion works with staff and residents to compile “wish lists" for Christmas. The most requested items are warm clothing, such as sweatpants, sweatshirts, sweaters, socks, pajamas and flannel nightgowns. Volunteers package these items, write a card and give them as gifts to residents during Christmas parties. For 40 years, Project Compassion’s mission has been to bring joy, comfort and compassion to long-term care and assisted-living residents. This is accomplished by one-to-one visitation or visitation in group-activity settings. Free. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Project Compassion Hearts of Gold Open House, 1205 South Albert Pike, Fort Smith. 479-783-2273

Dec. 3-12 Computer Basics Level 2 Build on Computer Basics Level 1 to learn more about the computer, the way it works, runs and is updated.

Understand the roles available as administrator. Add users, increase security and further explore the control panel to adjust and customize computer settings. This class is easy to complete and designed to make you more comfortable with your computer. $55; $40 partner pricing. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5318 Kinkead Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Dec. 5 Jewelry Making: Clay Baubles A jewelry-making class led by local artist Shana Laser. $45, includes materials. 6 p.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS and reuniting with family members can be both a joy and a distraction in this season of light and life. So pause in the midst of Christmas preparations and take a long, deep look at the spirituality of the season.

Gather in a small retreat community to shelter the seed of hope in our own hearts and in the larger global community. Lunch will be served. $50 with a non-refundable $20 deposit. 9:15 a.m. St. Scholastica Retreat Center, 1205 South Albert Pike, Fort Smith.

479-783-1135 stscho.org

Dec. 5-7 Living Nativity Drive-Through Living Faith Missionary Baptist Church presents its 8th annual Living Nativity Drive-Through as a gift to surrounding towns. Drive your vehicle through Bethlehem, seeing and hearing the first Christmas. The trip will start with Isaiah receiving the prophecy of the coming Savior, a manger scene with baby Jesus, shepherds, angels and wise men. Deer Acres is providing camels, donkeys, sheep, goats and lambs; a petting area is available. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Living Faith Missionary Baptist Church, two miles south of I-540, exit 14, at the junction of Arkansas 253 South and Arkansas 45 South, Fort Smith. 479-549-2350 livingfaithmbc.org Dec. 6 Amish Farm Annual trip to the Amish Farm kicks off the holiday season. Enjoy an absolutely delicious family-style banquet at the Amish Farm. Then travel to Tulsa where you can either shop at Woodlands Mall or tour the Philbrook Museum. As dusk approaches, travel back to Muskogee for a light supper and Christmas lights at the Castle finishing with Honor Heights Park, which also features a stunning seasonal display in its Garden of Lights. Lunch, light supper and museum admission is included. Registration deadline is Nov. 7. $85. 10 a.m. UAFS Center for Lifelong Learning, 5210 Grand Ave, Fort Smith. 479-788-7220 uafs.edu/lifelonglearning Dec. 6 Drennen-Scott Historic Site Victorian Christmas Open House Period music, Victorian Christmas decorations, luminaries and traditional Drennen-Scott family holiday refreshments will make for a special evening. Free.

5:30-8:30 p.m. Drennen-Scott Historic Site, 221 North 3rd Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-262-2750

Dec. 6 Mercy Health Foundation's White Christmas Holiday Gala Enjoy dinner, dancing and a live auction with all proceeds benefitting the nursing education fund at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith. Sponsorships are available. Black tie optional. $100. 6 p.m. The Studio at MovieLounge, 7601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith. 479-314-1133 mercy.net/ftsmith

Dec. 6 Women of Faith Christmas Live simulcast features speakers Max Lucado, Shelia Walsh, Lisa Harper and musical guest Francesca Battisteli. Be a part of a special celebration where Women of Faith will share stories and songs that bring the wonder of Christmas to life. Free. 7-9:30 p.m. Grace Community Church, 4001 Brooken Hill Drive, Fort Smith. 479-646-1177 gracefs.com/womenoffaithchristmas

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