Community Calendar

Since the late 1990s, KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work. Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator, these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career. The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021), which brings together four of KAWS’ characters posed in the style of a family portrait. As witnessed throughout the show, the relationships between the figures can be complex, familiar, and astonishingly heartfelt entryways into human emotions.

Calling all adventurers! Join Crystal Bridges and 37 North in a fun program over three classes! Join us for an expedition where young explorers uncover the wonders of both the artistic and natural worlds along the Crystal Bridge’s art trails.

Guided by skilled naturalists and outdoor educators, students will learn about the animals and plants of the Natural State, develop essential survival and outdoor skills, and participate in art-based experiments along the trails and creeks.

Tickets are $48 ($38 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.
A limited number of need-based scholarships are available for all classes, covering 100% of registration costs. Please email Education@CrystalBridges.org for more info.

Class Schedule:

Class 1: April 3

Class 2: April 10

Class 3: April 17

Calling all adventurers! Join Crystal Bridges and 37 North in a fun program over three classes! Join us for an expedition where young explorers uncover the wonders of both the artistic and natural worlds along the Crystal Bridge’s art trails.

Guided by skilled naturalists and outdoor educators, students will learn about the animals and plants of the Natural State, develop essential survival and outdoor skills, and participate in art-based experiments along the trails and creeks.

Tickets are $48 ($38 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.
A limited number of need-based scholarships are available for all classes, covering 100% of registration costs. Please email Education@CrystalBridges.org for more info.

Class Schedule:

Class 1: April 3

Class 2: April 10

Class 3: April 17

Calling all adventurers! Join Crystal Bridges and 37 North in a fun afterschool program over three classes! Join us for an expedition where young explorers uncover the wonders of both the artistic and natural worlds along the Crystal Bridge’s art trails.

Guided by skilled naturalists and outdoor educators, students will learn about the animals and plants of the Natural State, develop essential survival and outdoor skills, and participate in art-based experiments along the trails and creeks.

Tickets are $48 ($38 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.
A limited number of need-based scholarships are available for all afterschool classes, covering 100% of registration costs. Please email Education@CrystalBridges.org for more info.

Class Schedule:

Class 1: April 3

Class 2: April 10

Class 3: April 17

Get ready for an electrifying evening of soulful grooves and vibrant energy at the Levitt AMP Fort Smith Music Series on May 1!

🎸 Opening Act: BROOKE WHITE BAND (6:00 PM)
Local Fort Smith favorite Brooke White Band kicks things off with their soulful melodies, powerful vocals, and irresistible energy.

🎤 Headliner: SOUTHERN AVENUE (7:15 PM)
Straight from Memphis, TN, Southern Avenue delivers a fiery blend of soul, blues, and R&B that ignites audiences worldwide. Known for their passionate performances and captivating stage presence, Southern Avenue has earned Grammy recognition and built a loyal fanbase with their authentic, soulful sound.

✨ Concert Highlights:
Powerful vocals, infectious grooves, and Memphis soul vibes
Award-winning, Grammy-nominated band
High-energy performance perfect for music lovers of all ages

📢 What to Bring:
Lawn chairs & blankets
Friends, family & your best dance moves
Great energy for an unforgettable night!

🎶 Don't miss the chance to experience Southern Avenue’s soulful magic live in Fort Smith!

The Levitt AMP Fort Smith Music Series is supported in part by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, which partners with changemakers and nonprofits across the country to activate underused outdoor spaces, creating welcoming and inclusive destinations where the power of free, live music brings people together, fosters belonging, and invigorates community life.

Plant Sale by Master Gardeners will include native plants, trees, shrubs, vegetables and house plants. The experts who started the seedlings will be available to answer questions.

Wishing Spring’s May 2025 Arts & Crafts Festival
May 2 & 3, 2025, Fri & Sat, 9 am to 5 pm each day
Location: Wishing Spring Gallery, 8862 W McNelly Rd, Bella Vista-Bentonville, Ar 72712
Razorback Greenway Bike Trail Mile Marker #39
Currently seeking vendors – application deadline is April 20, 2025
Go to the website to apply!
https://www.wishingspringgallery.net/festivals

Come join us at the Wishing Spring’s Arts & Crafts Festival. Family fun! Features juried original handcrafted items by talented artisan vendors. Food trucks, music, live art demos, and children’s activities make for a fun family day! Bring your lawn chair to stay awhile!

The Artisan Alliance hosts 2 annual festivals every year, in May and October, in support of art education within the community, and for scholarships that are awarded annually to regional HS students. Venues of Alliance are the Wishing Spring Gallery & The Clay Studio.

Since the late 1990s, KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work. Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator, these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career. The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021), which brings together four of KAWS’ characters posed in the style of a family portrait. As witnessed throughout the show, the relationships between the figures can be complex, familiar, and astonishingly heartfelt entryways into human emotions.

Get ready to get into Arkansas roots all season long with Mount Sequoyah’s 2025 Music on the Mountain Series! Any donations will go to support Mount Sequoyah's continued community programing. This season again features a stellar lineup of talented Arkansas musicians! Mark your calendars and grab your blankets because the music starts flowing on April 25th and lasts until October 17th! Experience a diverse musical tapestry exploring Ozark and Americana roots. Most Music on the Mountain concerts will open with local emerging artists as a part of an ongoing effort to connect young performers to professional musicians for hands-on guidance.

This concert will be outdoors at our scenic Vesper Point. Seating will be provided but feel free to bring blankets and or chairs of your own. If the weather doesn't cooperate, we will move across campus, into Clapp Auditorium. This will be communicated to ticket holders via email as well as on our social pages.
Please, no outside food or drink. We will have drinks available and this year, you can add a large pizza to your ticket!

Entertainment begins 6:00PM

Auralai is the creative vision of Wisconsin native Stephanie Russell (Tschech), a cellist with over 20 years of classical training who has transformed her musical approach to bring cello into the alt indie spotlight. Stephanie discovered her passion for the cello during elementary school, where she honed her talent through after-school string programs, private lessons, and youth orchestras.

Her early career saw her performing with several bands, but it was her founding of Auralai in 2013 that marked the start of her signature style. Initially a three-piece acoustic indie pop outfit, Auralai evolved in 2015 when Stephanie teamed up with multi-instrumentalist Nate Lehner, giving birth to a new chapter as a duo marked by innovative, cello-driven sounds. Together, they released two albums, each a testament to Auralai’s eclectic indie pop vibe. Stephanie continues to experiment and find her voice, with new singles slated for release in early 2025.

No slave to conventional songwriting or classical cello form, Auralai's unique brand of cello-pop brings a breath of fresh air to the contemporary music scene.

Plant Sale by Master Gardeners will include native plants, trees, shrubs, vegetables and house plants. The experts who started the seedlings will be available to answer questions.