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To See where Maxx is performing next or find out about him performing at your event contact Maxx Crawford
479.234.3025
http://henselrock.com/

Also ask about SFS performing for your next event along with Max

www.ouachitalittletheatre.org 

Cossatot River State Park Natural Area

ASK ABOUT THE JULY KAYAKING TRIPS

susan.andrews@arkansas.gov

 

The dates we still have left open for the kayaking tours. July 11, July 12, July 18, July 19, July 24, July 26 if anyone is interested in these days they will need to call the center and reserve a spot. The fee is $20.00 a person plus tax.

 Tuesday, July 1

10:00 am         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

Wednesday, July 2

10:00 am         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Brushy Creek Access, east side of the bridge in the picnic area at the Information Board.  

Thursday, July 3  

10:00 am         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

2:00 pm           Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Low Water Bridge below the Visitor Center .  

Friday, July 4

10:00 am         Life at the Falls (1 hour)  Come and be amazed at what life (plant and animal) survives in the harsh environment of Cossatot Falls.  Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover these life creatures.  Meeting Place:  Cossatot Falls Information Board.  

2:00 pm           Cossatot’s Wildlife--(1 hour) Have you ever examined the fur of an otter or skunk, or seen a foxes skull?  Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover out more about the furry animals here at Cossatot River State Park .  Meeting Place:  Visitor Center .  

4:00 pm           Snorkeling Adventure—(1 hour)  Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water.  Snorkel equipment provided.  Wear appropriate clothing for swimming.  Minimum age is 6.  Meeting Place:  Low Water Bridge below the Visitor Center .  

9:00 pm           Glowing Skull Search (45 min)  Join Park Interpreter Flanary on a quest to find out why these skulls are glowing and what exactly they are.  One never knows what they will find on this easy ½ mile trail.  Kids, bring your parents, your flashlights, and your daring inquisitive minds for this one-of-a–kind quest through an old log road along the river.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

Sunday, July 6

9:00 am           Un-Natural Trail (45min)  How attentive do you really think you are?  How much do you know about the natural world?  Join Park Interpreter Flanary to test you abilities in this fun and interesting hike on the Waterleaf Trail.  This is a great hike for children, but can be made more difficult for those that feel up to the challenge.  Meeting Place:  Waterleaf Trailhead at the Visitor Center .  

10:00 am         Life at the Falls (1 hour)  Come and be amazed at what life (plant and animal) survives in the harsh environment of Cossatot Falls.  Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover these life creatures. Meeting Pl ace:  Cossatot Falls Information Board.  

2:00 pm           Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Low Water Bridge below the Visitor Center .  

3:00 pm           Snorkeling Adventure—(1 hour)  Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water.  Snorkel equipment provided.  Wear appropriate clothing for swimming.  Minimum age is 6.  Meeting Place:  Low Water Bridge below the Visitor Center .  

Wednesday, July 9

2:00 pm           Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Brushy Creek Access, east side of the bridge in the picnic area at the Information Board.  

Thursday, July 10

10:00 am         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

2:00 pm           Cossatot’s Wildlife--(1 hour) Have you ever examined the fur of an otter or skunk, or seen a foxes skull?  Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover out more about the furry animals here at Cossatot River State Park .  Meeting Place:  Visitor Center .  

Sunday, July  13

10:00 am         Animal Tracks(45 min)  Many wild animals roam this park when we aren’t looking, leaving only tracks as evidence.  Join Park Interpreter Flanary to find out more about these wild footprints, search for some actual tracks, and create your own tracks to take home.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

2:00 pm           Snorkeling Adventure—(1 hour)  Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water.  Snorkel equipment provided.  Wear appropriate clothing for swimming.  Minimum age is 6.  Meeting Place:  Low Water Bridge below the Visitor Center .  

Thursday, July 17

10:00 am         Animal Games--(45 min)  Do you have a favorite animal?  Do you like games?  If you answered yes to these questions then this is the activity for you.  Join Park Interpreter Flanary and bring your enthusiasm for this fun filled challenge.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

2:00 pm           Snorkeling Adventure—(1 hour)  Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water.  Snorkel equipment provided.  Wear appropriate clothing for swimming.  Minimum age is 6.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

Sunday, July  20

9:00 am           Life at the Falls (1 hour)  Come and be amazed at what life (plant and animal) survives in the harsh environment of Cossatot Falls.  Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover these life creatures.  Meeting Place:  Cossatot Falls Information Board.  

11:00 pm         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

Monday, July  21

10:00 am         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Brushy Creek Access, east side of the bridge in the picnic area at the Information Board.  

Tuesday, July 22

10:00 am         Blind Walk (30-45 min)  Did you know vision is the sense we depend on the most?  What would you do if you were deprived of your sight?  Come find out with Park Interpreter Flanary to discover what other senses we have to fall back on.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

 

2:00 pm           Snorkeling Adventure—(1 hour)  Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water.  Snorkel equipment provided.  Wear appropriate clothing for swimming.  Minimum age is 6.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

Friday, July  25

10:00 am         Incredible Journey (45 min)  Where will the water you drink this morning be tomorrow?  Do you know the five basic concepts of the water cycle?  Meet Park Interpreter Flanary to finding these questions and embark on a journey of your own as a water molecule and see where you end up.  Meeting Place:  Visitor Center ’s Classroom.  

2:00 pm           Snorkeling Adventure—(1 hour)  Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water.  Snorkel equipment provided.  Wear appropriate clothing for swimming.  Minimum age is 6.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.  

Sunday, July  27

9:00 am           Life at the Falls (1 hour)  Come and be amazed at what life (plant and animal) survives in the harsh environment of Cossatot Falls.  Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover these life creatures.  Meeting Place:  Cossatot Falls Information Board.

11:00 am         Macro-Invertebrate Hunt (1 hour)  What creepy crawly things live in the river?  Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.  Meeting Place:  Sandbar Campground Information Board.

   Susan Andrews , Facility Manager
Cossatot River State Park Natural Area
1980 Hwy 278 West
Wickes, AR 71973
Phone: (870-385-2201)
Fax: (870-385-7858)
Email: susan.andrews@arkansas.gov

    

CMA National Rally From 6/17/2008 To 6/21/2008
Christian Motorcyclists Association (870) 389-6196
Location: Iron Mountain, 115 Iron Mountain Lane - Hwy 71 S
Hatfield, AR 71945
Camping: tent $4 or $8; RV $15 or $18
events@cmausa.org
http://www.cmausa.org/events/
Not your typical motorcycle rally! Family style revival and camp meeting setting with daily morning and evening services for adults, youth and children. Afternoon motorcycle rides through scenic Ouachita National Forest region of west central Arkansas. Vendors and camping on-site. Friday evening concert with Darrell Evans. Saturday parade at 1:00 into Hatfield immediately followed by hilarious Bike Games and ice cream social. Contact CMA for a detailed event program.


Darrell Evans Concert From 6/20/2008 To 6/20/2008
Christian Motorcyclists Association (870) 389-6196
Location: Iron Mountain, 115 Iron Mountain Lane - Hwy 71 S
Hatfield, AR 71945 (just 10 minutes south of Mena)
Time: 7:00 PM
Admission: Free – General Seating
events@cmausa.org
http://www.cmausa.org/events/
http://www.darrellevans.com/
Darrell Evans is a talented musician with the power to impact the world through worship. From his inaugural release Let The River Flow in 1997, to his absolute groundbreaking CD Freedom, Darrell’s music has become a fixture in worship. In 2000, Darrell’s single, “You Bless Me,” was ASCAP’s Christian song of the year. With songs like, “Trading My Sorrows,” “So Good To Me,” “Freedom,” and “Your Love Is Extravagant” to his credit, one wonders how much better it can get. Darrell has penned and sung songs that have truly become standards covered by too many artists to name. Join us for an evening of fellowship and worship!

Jubilee in June will be held on June 28th

 

Arts & Crafts

3 on 3 Tournament

BBQ Cook Off

More events will be posted at a later date.

 

 

Event planning is underway; anyone interested in joining our committee is welcome.  


Old Fashioned Fourth of July From 7/4/2008 To 7/4/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com

Join us to celebrate our nation's independence with recreational games, concerts, and a watermelon feast. Contact the park for a detailed schedule.

Admission: Free

Vandervoprt Picnic and 4th of July Celebration July 4th 

Vandervort City Park

4th of July Celebration From 7/4/2008 To 7/4/2008
John Puckett (479) 394-1238
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

info@gomenaarkansas.com
www.visitmena.com

A spectacular event for the whole family to enjoy. Watch from your car or cozy up in a blanket on the ground to watch the display. Music and concessions available. Fireworks begin at dark.

Admission: Donations
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds


North American Butterfly Association Butterfly Count From 7/12/2008 To 7/12/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com

Explore Rich Mountain with park interpreters and other butterfly experts to search for the most beautiful of the insects. Whether you are a novice or seasoned butterfly watcher, your help will be appreciated and you are sure to gain knowledge about the distribution and population of these winged beauties. Wear sturdy shoes and bring bug spray, drinking water, and snacks.

Admission: Free
Meet at the house across from the park entrance. Begins at 9:00 AM


Kids Day Camp (Ages 7-10) From 7/21/2008 To 7/26/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com

www.queenwilhelmina.com

Arkansas State Parks are well known for their quality summer day camps. This week, children ages 7-10 will have personal encounters with the natural world through guided hikes, interactive talks, crafts and games. Roundtrip transportation is provided from the nearby town of Mena each day. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Admission: $60
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM daily


Photography Show From 7/30/2008 To 9/10/2008
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

479-394-3880

www.southwestartists.org

With digital processes making photography cheaper every day, this show is one of our most popular. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM.


Polk County Rodeo From 8/14/2008 To 8/16/2008
John Puckett (479) 394-1238
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

info@gomenaarkansas.com

www.visitmena.com

Bronc riding, bucking bulls calf scrambles, and calf roping ar just a few of the traditional features of this annual rodeo. There is also a Queen's Contest, parade, dance, the always funny rodeo clowns, and plenty of good food.

Admission: $6 adults; $4 children
Time: 8:00 PM nightly
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds


33rd Annual Rod Run Street Dance From 8/22/2008 To 8/23/2008
LeAnn Dilbeck (479) 394-8355
Mena A & P Commission
520 Mena ST
Mena, AR 71953

info@gomenaarkansas.com

www.visitmena.com


Classic cars everywhere! Mena's downtown is host to this event on Friday and Saturday night. Activities include street dance, concessions, vendors, music and much more.

Admission: Free
Location: Dowtown Mena


Wilhelmina Rod Run From 8/23/2008 To 8/24/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

(479) 394-2863
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com

www.queenwilhelmina.com

Restored and modified hot rods will be displayed by clubs and individuals. Hear the low growl of the engines and see your reflection in the split-shined exteriors. Which car is your favorite? You won't know until you come see them!

Admission: Free
Location: Queen Wilhelmina State Park


Polk County Fair & Livestock Show From 8/27/2008 To 8/30/2008
John Puckett (479) 394-1238
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

info@gomenaarkansas.com

www.visitmena.com

Experience the lights, thrill, and excitement of the County Fair! Livestock show, 4-H exhibits, commercial building, school arts and crafts, Home Extension displays, midway, and carnival rides. Of course, there is cotton candy and much more!

Admission: $2
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds


"Wings of Wonder Butterfly Weekend" From 8/30/2008 To 9/1/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com

Live butterflies can be viewed up close! Park interpreters will offer programs, hikes, and activities about these beautiful insects. Learn why butterflies flock to the mountain and how to attract them to your yard. Contact the park for a detailed program schedule.

Admission: Free
Location: Queen Wilhelmina State Park


Hamfest From 9/5/2008 To 9/6/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com

www.queenwilhelmina.com

Join amateur ("ham") radio operators from the four-state area to swap equipment and information related to this important method of emergency communication. The elevation of Rich Mountain makes Queen Wilhelmina State Park an ideal location for this event.

Admission: Free
Location: Queen Wilhelmina State Park


Wheels From 9/10/2008 To 10/8/2008
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

479-394-3880

www.southwestartists.org

Theme show feauturing motorcycles, antique cars, bikes, or anything with wheels as the subject. Any media, any ages with a "wheels" theme welcome. Two and three dimensional work must include a wheel subject of some type. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM.


Ouachita Studio Tour Exhibit From 10/9/2008 To 10/15/2008
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

479-394-3880

www.southwestartists.org

The artists of the Ouachita Studio Tour will have their art on display at the gallery. This year's art trail has some great artists, some well known around the state, country, and the world. The gallery opens at 1:00 PM.


Ouachita Expressions From 10/15/2008 To 11/26/2008
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

479-394-3880

www.southwestartists.org

The premier fall art show! With both 2D and 3D fine arts media including photography and computer generated work, the show promises to be an interesting and eclectic mix of the finest works of the region. Adults may enter 3 per category. Youth and children may enter a maximum of 4 for the show. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM.

For more information check out our website.


CMA Changing of the Colors Rally From 10/15/2008 To 10/19/2008
Christian Motorcyclists Association
Location: Iron Mountain
115 Iron Mountain Lane (on HWY 71 S)
Hatfield, AR 71945
Telephone: 870-389-6196
Camping: tent: $4 or $8
RV: $15 or $18

events@cmausa.org
www.cmausa.org/events

CMA's annual "homecoming" event, open to everyone. Family style revival and camp meeting setting with daily morning and evening services for adults, youth and children. Afternoon motorcycle rides through scenic Ouachita National Forest region of west central Arkansas. Vendors and camping on-site. Friday evening concert featuring Avalon. Saturday parade into Mena immediately followed by entertaining Bike Games and ice cream social. Contact CMA for a detailed event program.
 

Wheels and Wings OCTOBER 18th 8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Mena Airport

Plane rides, BBQ cook-off, bike games, car show, food vendors, local arts and craft, live music, dancing, Free of charge for admission, Dinner $5.00 per plate.
http://www.oltmena.org

The Mousetrap From 10/17/2008 To 11/2/2008 www.ouachitalittletheatre.org
An Agatha Christie murder mystery. One of the most famous of all her plays and one that audience will find intriguing. Don't miss it!

Admission: TBA
Show times: Evening performances: 7:30 PM
Sunday matinee: 2:30 PM
All dates subject to change.
No shows October 20th-23rd and 27th-30th


Wheels & Wings From 10/18/2008 To 10/18/2008
Mena Municipal Airport
8 am until 6:00
Enjoy an airplane ride soaring above the Ouachitas spectacular Fall Foliage. The event also features a car and bike show, BBQ cook-off, live entertainment, a putting contest, golf ball drop, and of course all of your favorite festival foods. This is a perfect family event! Sponsored by the Mena Polk County Chamber of Commerce (www.MenaPolkChamber.com). Call 479-394-2912 for more information.


Christmas Red Bow Show and Sale From 11/26/2008 To 1/7/2009
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953

479-394-3380

www.southwestartists.org

All entries for the show will be priced to sell! This show is non-judged with no entry fee! For more information visit our website.


A Christmas Carol From 12/5/2008 To 12/14/2008
A Christmas Carol is a story of an old and bitter Ebeneezer Scrooge, who undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of one evening. Mr. Scrooge is a money-changer who has devoted his life to the accumulation of weatlh. He holds anything other than money in contempt, including friendship, love and the Christmas season.

Admission: TBA
Show times: Evening performances: 7:30 PM
Sunday matinees: 2:30 PM
All dates are subject to change.
No shows December 8th - 11th.


Christmas on the Mountain From 12/21/2008 To 12/24/2008
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953

queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com

www.queenwilhelmina.com

Join us for a family fun Christmas on the mountain. We will have wagon rides, tree decorating, crafts, caroling, concerts and more. Contact the park for more details.

Admission: Free
Location. Queen Wilhelmina State Park

 

 

Ouachita ATV Club will be participating in the Lum & Abner Parade with a float theme as "A Local Trail" consisting of a trailer with local business atv's on display.
 
Ouachita ATV Club will be providing a lunch for the National Off Highway Vehicle Conservation Councel "Trail building and Maintenance" on Saturday, June 14, 2008 - at the South Trailhead of WOLF PEN GAP ATV TRAILS. Lunch will be hamburgers - hotdogs - beans- looking for a desert also. Time will be around 12:30 pm.  NOHVCC is giving a class for, those who wish to be a part trail building and maintenace, at the college Friday, June 13, 2008 - and then will be hands on June 14, 2008 at WOLF PEN GAP ATV TRAILS - West entrance and then move to South entrance, which is where lunch will be.  Those who are interested may contact the forest service Mena/Oden District office.
 

 

JUBILEE IN JUNE

JUNE 28, 2008

HATFIELD TOWN PARK

 

 

PARADE STARTS AT 10:00 A.M.

BBQ-COOKOFF

3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS

HORSESHOES

LASER TAG

CUTEST BABY CONTEST

BABY CRAWLING CONTEST

ARTS & CRAFTS

MUSIC

 

CALL HATFIELD CITY HALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

OR FOR ENTRY FORMS

870-389-6611

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