Community Calendar

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!

A Celebration of Choctaw Art and Culture is a partnership between ACHE and Choctaw Nation Public Arts. The reception opening will be held Thursday, April 9th, 5-7pm, with the exhibition on display through May 22nd. Celebrate the voices, stories and artistry of Choctaw nation of Oklahoma in a vibrant exhibition featuring both traditional and contemporary works. This showcase honors Choctaw culture through pieces that reflect ancestral knowledge, lived experiences and modern expression. Experience powerful artwork, support Native American artists, and connect with the rich and enduring artistic legacy of the Choctaw Nation. Free. Open to the public. ACHE RIHWC 1000 Fianna Way, Fort Smith.

The U of A Program in Creative Writing and Translation in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is proud to welcome novelist Stephen Graham Jones as its 2025-26 Distinguished Reader.

Graham Jones will give a public reading of his work at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, at the Fayetteville Public Library.

A Q&A will follow. Graham Jones will sign books before the event, beginning at 5 pm; books will be available for purchase at this event.

This event is free, but tickets are required. Get your ticket starting March 24 here: https://www.faylib.org/event/15934109.

Protect your pet! Bring your pet to our vaccine and microchip clinic by appointment only. Please bring all dogs on leashes and all cats in carriers. All vaccines and microchips are free.

Schedule your appointment here: bfas.org/appointmentnwa

Services offered:
Distemper/DHHP for dogs
HCP for cats
Rabies vaccine
Microchip

This program will cover the
history of Jews in the parts of the four states
that compose the Ozarks. Dr. Mara W. Cohen
Ioannides, emerita faculty at Missouri State University, whose research focus has been on Jewish communities in the Ozarks, will look back to
the purchase of the Louisiana Territory through
the present day and examine how the Jewish
communities were founded and folded, who
they were composed of, and what made them
thrive and fail. It is an interesting journey that’s
worth knowing to better understand Ozark’s
history.

The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press is one of JR’s most extensive immersive and experiential works to date. After taking portraits in one of three individual photo booths, visitors enter the interior of an oversized, whirring printing press – turning their image into a tangible work of art while offering a glimpse into the creative process of JR. After the experience, visitors leave with their own, one-of-a-kind print.

Member Perk: Momentary members receive two free prints per visit. Just reserve your timed ticket online or with the Box Office, and your discount will be applied at checkout!

Timed portrait tickets are $20 (Free for members), reserve your timeslot online or with the Box Office at (479) 657-2335.
Timed portrait tickets include one oversized photo portrait and admission for up to three people. Digital copies of your photo will be available after your visit.
If you do not plan on taking a portrait during your visit, no purchase is required to attend The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press.

Discover the fun and challenge of Mah Jongg, a centuries-old Chinese
tile game that’s gaining popularity across the
U.S.! This beginner-friendly course introduces
the game’s fascinating history and teaches official rules and strategies based on the National
Mah Jongg League standards.
Participants will learn through a mix of lecture,
discussion, and guided game play, all led by
experienced instructors from the Springdale
Senior Center. They will cover everything from
tile recognition and rules to strategy and scoring, with step-by-step guidance designed for
newcomers. Enjoy a supportive, social setting
where you can ask questions, get hands-on
help, and build your skills with fellow learners.
It’s fun, social, and great for brain health. Come
join us and start your Mah Jongg journey -- no
experience needed!

Have you always wanted
to explore the timeless beauty of watercolor
painting? This welcoming, hands-on workshop
is the perfect place to start. Learn fundamental
techniques and enjoy experimenting with color
and form as we blend basic sketching with gentle watercolor washes. Be inspired by still-life
subjects such as fruit and flowers, and let your
imagination guide your brush. Led by Julie Jeannene Rickard, a local mixed
media artist, this class celebrates creativity in all
its forms. Julie’s passion for artistic exploration
will help you unlock your expressive potential,
no matter your experience level.
All materials are provided - just bring your curiosity!

In this class, Judith Tavano,
nationally recognized generations scholar, will
explore the vital, yet often overlooked, roles women played during the American Revolution
across political, domestic, and creative spheres.
Discover how women - American Patriots and
Loyalists, British Women, and Enslaved Women - shaped the American Revolution through
craft, domestic labor, espionage, and political
voice. This class highlights women as activists
and nurturers of wartime resilience, whose
diverse perspectives and actions challenged
power and helped forge a new culture for an
emerging nation.