Community Calendar

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.

Saturday, November 1st is National Learn to Brew Day sponsored by the American Homebrewers Association. What easier way to learn to brew than to win a free Pinter Home Brewing Kit, along with the ingredients to make two batches of beer? Join the Fayetteville Lovers of Pure Suds (FLOPS) homebrew club at Fossil Cove and sign up. There is no charge to enter the drawing.

And while you are there you may want to sample the "Big Blimp Barleywine" a collaboration between Fossil Cove and the FLOPS. It was brewed last May to celebrate Big Brew Day. It is hoppy, it is strong, it is good.

George Dombek Studio and Art Gallery is celebrating its 30 year anniversary of inviting the public into his Goshen workspace. This year's Open Studio festivities will feature special events held from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the weekends of November 1–2, 8–9, and 15–16, 2025.

"""Crazy Love"" is an exploration of the multifaceted nature of love, presented through the unique and contrasting lenses of three talented artists. Each artist, working in a distinct and captivating medium, offers a personal and profound interpretation of love's intricate tapestry. ""Crazy Love"" invites you to embark on a journey through the kaleidoscope of human connection, celebrating the universal language of love in all its chaotic, beautiful, and endlessly fascinating forms.

Jim Rice began his fused glass career in 2013 as an intern with CainFusions, a prominent fused glass studio formerly located in Lenexa, Kansas. In 2015 Jim opened his own studio, Jim Rice Fused Glass, in Shawnee, Kansas, relocating to Eureka Springs, Arkansas in 2018. His artwork and designs are recognized for their unique and whimsical interpretations of nature and everyday life! Much of Jim's artwork is ""retro"" in style, drawing from the 50's, 60's and 70's, with an emphasis on the music of those decades.
Raquel Debbie Franckx, an artist residing in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, finds inspiration in a life enriched by travel and a deep appreciation for the human experience. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, a vibrant border city where cultures from Mexico, Texas, and New Mexico uniquely converge, she developed an early fascination with art's ability to express the complexities of the human condition. Bold colors and the creative upcycling of magazines characterize Raquel's art. Raquel is focused on repurposing materials in her art as an expression and a method of recycling and protecting our environment. Raquel's art encourages viewers to reflect on the beauty and complexities of the human experience, prompting deeper introspection about themselves and the world around them.
Susan Idlet is a Fayetteville, Arkansas-based artist whose passion for art ignited at the tender age of six. Upon retirement in 2016, Idlet rediscovered the joy of art, dedicating herself to exploring the vibrant world of colored pencils. Idlet's work is a celebration of vivid hues, often drawing inspiration from photographs and evocative words. With a playful spirit, she delights in capturing the unexpected and humorous aspects of the world around her. Beyond her artistic pursuits, Idlet serves as the board president of Fenix Arts/Gallery in Fayetteville. Her work has been showcased in numerous local exhibitions, including at the prestigious Walton Arts Center, and she was even featured in a video produced by the Crystal Bridges Museum. A seasoned creative professional with a background in marketing and graphic design, Idlet continues to freelance while immersing herself in the vibrant art scene of Northwest Arkansas."

🍁✨ Flannel Fest is back Nov 1st at Gotahold Brewing! ✨🍁
Part of Fall Diversity Weekend, this tradition is all about fun, teamwork, and a little friendly competition.

🪵 Build your own “cabin” from treasures in the beer forest
🎯 Minute-to-Win-It team games
🍻 Plenty of laughs (and brews) to go around

Throw on your favorite flannel and join us at Gotahold Brewing during Diversity Weekend, Oct 31–Nov 2!

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with creativity and compassion at Best Friends' Amigos del Alma Celebration! Join us at the Best Friends Pet Resource Center for a colorful afternoon of arts and crafts honoring the spirits of beloved pets and the animals still waiting for their loving homes. Create vibrant decorations, tissue paper flowers, flower crowns and more crafts as well as meet adoptable cats and dogs. Let’s remember, create, and celebrate life—together!

At 5 pm, enjoy a free outdoor screening of Disney's beloved film, "Coco."

"Into the Gray's members are each stellar musicians and performers with killer resumes and years of musical experience. But this Kansas City band is even greater than the sum of its talented parts. With legendary Kansas City drummer Kent Burnham, Alabama's melodic bassman Jeff Turk, Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's guitarist Skinny Webb, and powerhouse vocalist Jessica Gray, this band has been captivating audiences since their formation in 2019. Their two albums, Revelation and Little Bird, blend Latin, blues, Reggae, and rock music into their own unique, genre-defying sound.

Into the Gray's audiences have described their performances and music as creative, visionary, passionate, and one of the best bands in KC. Their songs are both original and familiar, soulful and rockin', and bursting with unique musicality and incomparable vocals. "

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with heart and color with a special free outdoor screening of Disney and Pixar’s beloved film "Coco" at the Best Friends Pet Resource Center. This heartwarming film honors the beauty of remembrance, family, and the unbreakable bond between humans and animals. Enjoy festive décor, altars honoring beloved pets, and meet adoptable cats and dogs looking for their forever homes. It’s a night to remember, celebrate, and connect—with music, love, and rescued friends.

BYOP ~ Bring Your Own Poem
Hosted By ~ Derelicts Digest
Free
All Ages
Your Words
Your People
Your Place

Join us for a Day of the Dead pottery workshop!

🎨 Each participant will make their own ceramic pinch pot cup. Arrive early and enjoy flamenco guitar music by Juan Fernando. ✨Before and after playing with clay, we enjoy mexican hot chocolate and pan dulce, while sharing stories, laughter, and ancestral tales.

🎟️ Limited spots available! Buy tickets now to secure your spot and unleash your artistic spirit! All supplies included.

Class will take place in the Dining Hall and Clay Studio at Mount Sequoyah Center.

Can't wait to see you there!

¡Acompáñanos el Día de los Muertos con una clase de barro!

🎨 Cada participante creará su propia taza de barro. Si llegas temprano puedes disfrutar de la guitarra flamenco tocado por Juan Fernando. Antes y después de trabajar con el barro, disfrutaremos de chocolate ibarra y pan dulce, mientras compartimos historias, risas y cuentos ancestrales.

🎟️ ¡Reserva tu lugar hoy! ¡Encuentra tu espiritu artistico! Todos los materiales estaran incluidos.

La clase estara en el Dining Hall y el estudio de Clay Studio del Mount Sequoyah Center

¡Esperamos verte allí!