Community Calendar

Great Decisions (2026) is the nation’s largest discussion program on world affairs. Each week, trained facilitators lead conversations on timely topics, including: America & the World: Trump 2.0; Trump Tariffs & the Future of the World Economy; U.S.-China Relations; Ruptured Alliances & the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation; Ukraine & the Future of European Security; Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order; U.S. Engagement of Africa; and The Future of Human Rights & International Law.

Participants receive a detailed briefing book published by the Foreign Policy Association, which will provide essential context, data, and policy options.

Class will not meet on 3/23

"Finding Our Way | February 5 - April 26, 2026
The moment of arrival—what we carry when we seek sanctuary, transitions, and the crossing into safety. Sandra Spotts, artist. Jay Lane, artist. Familiar images made from various materials and objects, found and recycled, placed in a format of controlled chaos, is at this point in my journey, the medium of choice for the
“Finding Our Way” exhibit at Gotahold Brewing. I see society as satirical subject matter that exists in a surrealistic landscape of twisted perspective that is filled to the fences with social ironies. And yet, I still have to maintain my sense of humor about what has been and what will be with the activities du jour based on fear, war, greed, and hate. With this sense also comes my interpretations, expressed visually based on my
experiences, feelings, and health, from finding my way as an artist. I hope these pieces give you a sense of curiosity that you continue to carry with you while you are finding your way through all of this we humans call life."

Arts Live Theatre is jumping into SPRING, offering a wide variety of after-school theatre classes available for ages 4-5, 6-8, 9-12, and 12-18 years of age. Fun-filled class themes include Wizarding Mysteries, Toy Story Toybox, Auditioning for Stage and Film, 101 Dalmatians on a Mission, Zootopia On the Case, Dog Man Investigations and MORE! Classes begin the week of February 23rd and run for 8 weeks. For more information and to register please visit, www.artslivetheatre.com today. Space is limited so register early!

Arts Live Theatre is offering two half-day Spring Break camps from March 23-27. Trolls 2: The Adventure Continues for ages 6-8yrs, and The WICKED World of Oz for ages 9-12yrs. ALT Teaching Artists are theatre professionals and educators. For more information and to register please visit, www.artslivetheatre.com today. Space is limited so register early!

Irish Slow Session is for those who would like to learn Irish tunes and songs. The hour before each Irish Session we’ll learn a few new tunes and tips on how to jam in the Irish Sessions.
Every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Check the Folk School calendar for more information.

RD holds secular, science-based addiction recovery support groups every Monday. We are LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent led/friendly. Harm reduction approaches welcomed. Sober curious folks are welcomed. Anyone questioning their relationship to substances is welcomed. No student observers, please.

Using principles learned from the Fundamentals, Figure/Head, and Painting classes, we’ll apply our knowledge and skills to Great Master artworks. We’ll learn watercolor basics (wet on wet,wet on dry, color mixing). Each week we’ll look at various artists such as Rubens, Rembrandt, Winslow Homer and more. From each, we’ll cover the human figure, landscapes, and abstracts.

All levels welcome!

Course Outline

Week 1: Overview/Review, Wet on Wet, Wet on Dry/Damp, Water Control, Brushes

Week 2: Simple Volumes, Visualizing simple masses, Value

Week 3: Monochrome, Using Black and Earth-tones

Week 4: Warm and Cools

Week 5: Color, Working with Primaries, Color Mixing

Week 6: Long-Form Master Study, Applying our skills to a single study

Discover one of the Ozarks’
most breathtaking hidden gems on this rugged
journey into the Sweden Creek Falls Natural Area. Tucked deep within the Boston Mountains and protected by the Arkansas Natural
Heritage Commission, this landscape features
sweeping glades, towering bluffs, deep gulches, hardwood forests, and one of Arkansas’s
most impressive waterfalls. An ANHC representative will join us to share expert insights into
the ecology, geology, and natural history of this
remarkable area.
This 3.5-mile trek explores two trails, giving hikers vantage points both above and below the
81-foot Sweden Creek Falls. The route includes
steep, uneven terrain, creek crossings, and a
challenging descent beneath the falls. This hike
is recommended only for experienced, physically active hikers with good balance, sturdy
footwear, and a hiking pole.
Meeting location and other information will be
sent to participants upon registration. Activity
level: 3.

It’s time for a spring break adventure! Explore all eight of the libraries of Washington County and collect stamps in your library passport. Check out activities going on at the libraries.

Participating Libraries: Elkins, Farmington, Greenland, Lincoln, Prairie Grove, Springdale, West Fork, & Winslow

Who: Any school age kids and younger and/or families

Start Date: Pick up passports anytime on or after March 16th

End Date: Turn in passports anytime before or on April 4th

Times: Please check the hours of the libraries you are visiting.

How it works: Pick up a passport with QR code map links to the different libraries along with their Spring Break Schedules at a Washington County Library. Go to each library to collect a stamp. You may be given a special task to earn your stamp.

What happens when all the stamps are collected: Get your completion stamp and pick up a prize!

Artists Pat Hennon will exhibit paintings and sculptures. In their work, both artists seek metaphor, an irrational language that comes from someplace inexplicable.