Mar 28 Thursday
The Rogers Historical Museum announces a new temporary exhibit, “Last Call: History of Alcohol in Ozarks” on show March 15 through November 9, 2024.
The tangled history of moonshiners and bootleggers versus the energetic women of the temperance society all played important roles in the complicated story of alcohol in Arkansas. This exhibit follows the chronological pendulum of Arkansas law as it swings back and forth through the years between the cold sober teetotalers who campaigned for dry counties and the high-spirited bibbers who supported wet counties. See how the legacy of this historic battle led to the present-day success of more retail alcohol sales than ever before in Northwest Arkansas.
Included in the exhibit are an authentic Ozarks copper still, a mid-20th century commercial wine bottling machine, as well as many local stories and historic photographs.
Exquisite Creatures is a dialogue with art, nature, and science that asks the question: what is it about the natural world that calls to us? Throughout the exhibition, artist and naturalist Christopher Marley reflects on humanity’s intimate relationship with nature, revealing its intricate beauty and diversity through three-dimensional works comprised of animal, mineral, and plant specimens arranged in precise, geometric compositions. Shown together, the works create an immersive environment which inspires wonder and fosters a desire to preserve the natural world.
Crystal Bridges welcomes guests to experience the connection between art, nature, and science, emotionally and aesthetically, throughout the exhibition. The museum will activate the show’s themes through nature and science-based programming and activities both inside the museum and outdoors across its trails and grounds. The exhibition’s curatorial lead is Xuxa Rodriguez, PhD, associate curator, contemporary art.
Join us in March for Sandra Spotts newest show, "terrain". Her artistic response to the beauty of land and water.
ARTS LIVE THEATRE is gearing up for fall! Classes are available for ages 4-5, 6-8, 9-12, and 12-18 years old in PINKALICIOUS AND PETERRIFIC, THE WIZARDING WAY, MAGIC SCHOOL BUS ON THE ROAD, ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE ADVENTURES, 10-MINUTE PLAY PRODUCTION CLASS, PODCAST THEATRE, BLUE’S CLUES, and MORE!! This fall, Arts Live Theatre is ALSO offering a PRODUCTION CLASS for Homeschooling students 10-18 years of age. Classes begin the week of September 18 and run for 8 weeks. Teaching artists are theatre professionals and educators. Also … be on the lookout for our weekend workshop offerings! For more information and to register please visit, www.artslivetheatre.com today! Space is limited so register now!
Roaring River State Park is teaming up with the Cassville Library to host a series of film screenings on the topic of climate change. With droughts, floods and hotter summers, we're seeing the effects of climate change right here in the Ozarks. Join us at the Cassville Library at 6 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month from January to March to learn about and discuss solutions to the climate crisis. Some screenings will feature additional programs held throughout the month.
These programs are free and open to the public, and registration is not required. Drinks and snacks will be available. For more information, call the Ozark Chinquapin Nature Center at 417-847-3742 or the Cassville Library at 417-847-2121.
Series Schedule:
Jan. 25: "Kiss the Ground." Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this film reveals that regenerating the world's soils can completely and rapidly stabilize Earth's climate.
Feb. 29: "Before the Flood." Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, this film investigates the effects of climate change and the actions we can take to prevent catastrophic change.
Mar. 28: "A Life on Our Planet." This documentary features David Attenborough, his experiences on this magnificent planet we call home, and his message to the world.
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Crystal Bridges!
Join us for an invigorating celebration of creativity, connection, and appreciation. Embrace a mindful and reflective experience while fostering connections and inclusivity with soothing music, delectable appetizers, and a painting journey. Choose pre-sketched or blank canvases and immerse yourself in creativity guided by intuition. This celebration welcomes everyone and honors women’s contributions. You’ll leave with a unique masterpiece—a tangible reminder of shared experiences.
See you there!
Tickets are $35 for a blank canvas and $45 for a pre-sketched canvas ($28 for members blank canvas, $36 for members pre-sketched canvas, $20 for youth) reserve your spot online or with Guest Services at (479) 657-2335 today.
Art Basel is about to begin and Mariana, the director of a swanky modern art gallery, has a problem: her showroom is an active crime scene. Part caper comedy and part telenovela, Laughs in Spanish shows how far Mariana will go to save the show—even if it means accepting help from her mother, a larger-than-life film-and-television star who always steals the spotlight.
Mar 29 Friday
Safety & Awareness is not a self-defense or firearm class. It is a seminar that will help you develop and improve your personal safety strategies before you need them. Criminals are looking for vulnerable and easy targets. This class provides valuable information you can apply in every area of your life from home, banks, online, travel, vehicles, to even understanding the psychology of a criminal. Tamie Greg, a former US Navy Veteran and NRA Instructor for Refuse to be a Victim curriculum will provide tips and techniques that will help you be alert and avoid criminal confrontations.