Gentry Night July 13
at Arvest Ball Park
A Gentry Community Night has been set for July 13 at Arvest Ballpark. The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will play the Springfield Cardinals, with game time set at 7:05 p.m. A pregame ceremony will honor Gentry officials, volunteers, community members and the Gentry Pride 11U softball team. A community member will throw out the first pitch. Tickets purchased in advance of the game are $8, with half of the proceeds going to the Gentry Pride 11U softball team to help the team with expenses of going to the Softball World Series. Tickets purchased at the ball park will be full price and will not benefit the Gentry team. Advance tickets for individuals or groups are available from the Gentry Chamber of Commerce, 212 East Main Street, or by calling the Chamber at 479-736-2358 or 479-936-1498. Tickets are also available from Clay Stewart at 479-233-2233, or any Gentry Pride player or parent.
Boozman Mobile Office
Senator John Boozman's Benton County mobile office will be set up from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Wednesday, June 22, at the Billy V. Hall Senior Activity Center, 1870 Limekiln Spur, in Gravette. The public is invited to come visit with Senator Boozman's staff during this walk-in event. Staff members will be available to help with any problems you may have involving any federal agency and listen to your input about legislative issues. For more information, contact Senator Boozman's office in Lowell, 479-725-0400.
Open House at PD
An open house at the new Gentry Police Station, on East Third Street, is set from 2-5 p.m. on Thursday, June 23. A forum for Gentry businesses is set from 5:30 to 6 p.m.
Northwest Arkansas Camp
A century-old spiritual tradition will continue in the learning center of Gravette Holiness Bible School from June 28th through July 3rd. Evangelist Noel Scott will be the speaker. Scott is a veteran evangelist of many years. He has spoken in Gravette many times. He will share pulpit responsibilities with Chad Snider. Chad and his wife Aimee will be singing. There will be two main services daily at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The 10:30 children's services will held daily under the direction of Barbara Uhles, beginning June 29th. Youth will meet at the same time under the direction of Chad Snider. The first main service of the camp will be at 7:30 p.m., June 28th. The public is cordially invited to attend these services. For more information concerning the services, call 479-787-7312.
Vacation Bible School begins June 26
Vacation Bible School will be held at Mason Valley Baptist Church, halfway between Highfill and Vaughn on Arkansas 12, June 26 through July 1, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The VBS will be for children, ages 4 and older. For more information, call Pastor Pat Robinson at 479-320-6177 or Judy Davis at 479-752-3933 (if no answer, leave a message).
Gravette Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School will be held from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. each evening, June 26 through June 30, at the First Christian Church in Gravette, 301 First Avenue, N.E., for children entering pre-K through those who are completing the fifth grade. The First Christian Church, United Methodist Church and Gravette Church of Christ will combine to sponsor the VBS. Theme is "The Laws of the Jungle: The Ten Commandments." A light dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6 p.m. for children, parents and volunteers.
Men's breakfast slated
First Baptist Church of Highfill will hold a men's fellowship breakfast on the first Saturday of each quarter at 8 a.m. All adult and youth men are welcome. For information, call 479-233-0242.
Gravette Book Signing
BJ Tassin, a Bella Vista author, will hold a book signing from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 8, at the Gravette Public Library, 119 Main Street, S.E. Refreshments will be served. Tassin's book, "Bona-Fide," is set in the late 1960s. The story is told from the perspective of a 10-year-old girl, Sassy, who lives deep in the Ozark woods with her family. When their mother becomes bedfast, Sassy and her siblings, 11, 6 and 2, go off on foot in search of their father despite the fact they don't know his name or where he might be. Their search leads them to the mountainside community of Whisper Ridge, where a host of colorful townsfolk do their best to help.
Summer Reading
underway in Gentry
Gentry Public Library is holding its summer reading program, "On Your Mark, Get Set, Read!" from 1 to 3 p.m. each Wednesday through July 27. The program includes themed guests, games and activities, and a story time followed by a movie and popcorn. The June 22 theme is "Animals from Around the World." Participants will receive a time sheet to record their time spent reading, and every child completing the time sheet will be invited to a special party with awards and certificates at the conclusion of the summer program. Children of all ages and abilities are invited to participate. For information, visit the library or call 479-736-2054.
Summer Reading
underway in Gravette
The Gravette Public Library at 119 Main St., S.E., is holding its summer reading program, "On Your Mark, Get Set, Read!" each week. Sessions focus on a different sport or athletic activity and all sessions are not on the same day of the week. The Monday, July 8, session, on swimming, will run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Youngsters will meet first at the library, then go to the city pool.
Summer reading
in Decatur continues
The Iva Jane Peek Public Library in Decatur is holding its summer reading program, "On Your Mark, Get Set, Read!" from 10 to 11:30 a.m. every Tuesday in June. The program is open to children, ages 5-9. The Iva Jane Peek Public Library is located at 121 N. Main St., at the four-way stop sign in Decatur. For information, call 752-7323 after 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Sulphur Springs Library announces summer hours
New summer hours at the Sulphur Springs Public Library are 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. These hours are in coordination with the "Seamless Summer" lunch program held in the same building complex.
Museum Flea Market
The Gravette Historical Museum will hold a flea market from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 2, at the museum, 503 Charlotte Street, S.E., in Gravette. Persons will be able to buy and sell all day (anything except firearms). There is no charge for booth space but sellers are asked to bring their own table, tent and chairs. Contact Steve Mitchael, 479-206-2491, to reserve a space.
Free Shoe Distribution
Samaritan's Feet, in cooperation with local United Methodist Churches from Gravette, Sulphur Springs and Bella Vista, will host a shoe distribution event from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, at the Gravette United Methodist Church located on the corner of 2nd Street and Akron. Samaritan's Feet is a nonprofit organization that shares a message of hope and love through washing the feet of children locally and around the world with a gift of free new socks and shoes for back to school. All school-age children in the Gravette School District are invited to sign up and attend this event. They may stop by the Gravette Public Library, 119 Main Street, S.E., to get their registration form (child's shoe size must be provided). Forms were to be returned to the library by June 15. Those in the Sulphur Springs community who would like their children to take part, or know of a family that would benefit from this, please see SSUMC members at Sulphur Days on June 25 at the City Park to register the children.
Gravette Farmers' Market open on Saturdays
Gravette farmers' market is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Old Town Park. Offerings include locally grown fruits and vegetables, beef and pork, eggs, a variety of plants, baked goods, jams and jellies. Local crafts are also featured. Market vendors set up booths in the covered pavilion at the park. The market accepts WIC vouchers and senior market produce coupons issued by the Area Agency on Aging. Persons participating in the SNAP and senior farmers' market produce coupon programs can pick up their Double Your Dollars coupons now with their EBT card and/or Sr-FMNP vouchers.
Gentry Farmers' Market open three days a week
The farmers' market in Gentry will be open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the south side (along Arkansas 12) parking area of Gentry City Park. Farmers may set up between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursdays, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.
Free breakfast, lunch slated for children
Free breakfast and lunch for children 18 and under is being served Monday through Friday at the Gentry Intermediate School through July 29 (except for June 29). Meals are free to children regardless of age, color, sex, race, nationality or disability. Adults may participate for $2 per breakfast and $3.25 per lunch. Breakfast will be served from 8 to 9 a.m. each day. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, call 479-736-2253 or visit the school website.
Gravette serving free meals to 18-and-under
Gravette Public Schools, in cooperation with Sulphur Springs Event, Inc., is providing meals free of charge to children, 18 or under, regardless of whether they attend school in the Gravette Public School District. Meals are served Monday through Friday, through July 29, at the following locations and times: breakfast at Gravette Upper Elementary from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.; lunch at Gravette Upper Elementary from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; lunch at Sulphur Springs City Hall (the old school cafeteria) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Seamless Summer
continues in Decatur
Decatur Public School is offering the Seamless Summer meal program this year through June 30 and July 11-29. Breakfast begins at 8 a.m. and lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All children 18 and under may eat free. Adult prices are $2.50 for breakfast and $3.50 for lunch.
NWA Riding Club holds
bi-weekly play days
NWA Riding Club will be holding bi-weekly play days at a new arena located at 16949 Highway 102 West in Decatur. Play days will begin with exhibition rides at 4:30 p.m., followed by regular events at 5 p.m. Events will include pole bending, keyhole, barrel racing, goat tying (tentative) and flag racing (tentative). The deadline to sign up for events is 4:30 p.m. Upcoming dates include July 16. Regular play-day events are $5 each and exhibition rides are $4. Family memberships are $25 per year. NWA Riding Club is a family-oriented, non-profit organization that offers trail rides, fun events and camp outs throughout the year in addition to play days. For more information and a complete schedule, visit www.nwaridingclub.org or call Tom Graves at 712-266-6327.
Highfill Food Pantry
The Highfill United Methodist food pantry is open from 6 to 8 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. For more information, call the church at 479-736-1275.
Maysville Food Giveaway
A free food distribution is held the first Saturday of each month at the Maysville Bible Church, Arkansas Hwy. 72 and Cunningham, in Maysville. Anyone who is in need of food is welcome to attend.
Decatur Food Pantry
Decatur United Methodist Church has a community food pantry open the first and third Thursday of each month. The only requirement for the pantry is that one live in the 72722 zip code area. An identification and a piece of mail showing one's residence in the Decatur area are required. There is also a USDA commodity program available which is income-based. Those wishing to do so can fill out an application to see if they qualify.
Lions Club
Gravette Lions Club meets at noon on the first Tuesday of every month at the In-Zone Restaurant on Arkansas Hwy. 59 N. in Gravette and at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at Imagine Before and After School Care, 206 Birmingham St., S.E. The Gentry Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at the McKee Community Room in Gentry Public Library. New members are welcome and invited.
Gravette Kiwanis
The Gravette Kiwanis Club holds breakfast meetings at 7 a.m. each Friday at the cafeteria in Ozarks Community Hospital. Guests are welcome.
Gravette Legion
Gravette American Legion Post 25 meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month at the Civic Center. All veterans are encouraged to attend.
Singing Services
Monthly singing services at Mason Valley Baptist Church Activity Center are held at 7 p.m. the second Friday of each month. The church is located on Arkansas Hwy. 12, between Highfill and Vaughn. Everyone is invited.
Singing Services
Monthly singing services at Falling Springs Church are held at 7 p.m. the first Friday of each month. The church is located northwest of Gentry and west of Decatur on Falling Springs Road.
Decatur VFW Meetings
VFW Post 9834 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. New members and guests are welcome.
NAGS to meet June 27
The Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, June 27, at the Bentonville Public Library, 405 South Main. Marcia Connors, a professional genealogist for more than 10 years, will present a program covering sayings such as "Once in a Blue Moon" and legal terminology like "relict." For further information, call 479-271-6820. The public is welcome.
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Community on 06/22/2016