this week’s EVENTS

Editor’s note: Many events have been canceled or postponed due to concern about the coronavirus.

TODAY  FRIDAY Meet the Need

CONWAY — The Conway Ministry Center is having a Meet the Need fundraiser through Friday. Second Baptist Conway will match donations up to $10,000. Donations can be made at conwayministrycenter.org/donate. For more information, call (501) 358-6098.

TUESDAY From Garden to Table: A Southern Tradition

CONWAY — The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture-Extension Faulkner County Horticulture and the Faulkner County Master Gardeners will host a free Learning to Grow presentation with lifestyle blogger Amber Card from 6-7:30 p.m. on the Zoom app. Participants will learn how to incorporate new textures and hues into their garden and indoor green space, as well as how to utilize homegrown fruits and vegetables. Register for the event at bit.ly/fromgardentotable. Once registered, a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting will be sent. For more information, call UAEX Faulkner County Horticulture at (501) 329-8344.

SATURDAY Memorial Day Dance Cancellation

GREERS FERRY — The Greers Ferry Chamber of Commerce has canceled its annual Greers Ferry Memorial Day Dance from 7-9 p.m. at Greers Ferry City Park. For more information, call the chamber at (501) 825-7188 or email info@greersferry.com.

Makers Market on the Square

HEBER SPRINGS — Revive Heber Springs will offer a Makers Market on the Square from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cleburne County Courthouse. Local vendors will offer handmade products, goodies and produce. For more information, call (501) 206-9866.

ONGOING ATU Spring Plant Sale

RUSSELLVILLE — The Arkansas Tech University Department of Agriculture has modified its annual spring plant sale for 2020. Tomato and pepper plants grown by ATU students and faculty are available by the 18-count flat through the Russellville Community Market. Ornamental and landscape bedding plants from the department will be available in the near future. Place orders online at russellville.locallygrown.net/market/index/37097; then pay for and pick up the plants from 4-8 p.m. each Tuesday at the train depot in downtown Russellville. Look for plants listed as “ATU Agriculture” when browsing the online inventory.

Russellville Park Openings

RUSSELLVILLE — The Russellville Recreation and Parks Department has opened the following parks: the Russellville Dog Park, the Russellville Skate Park, and all tennis and outdoor basketball courts and the community fishing pond at Pleasant View Park. In addition, Hickey Park, Pleasant View Park, Shiloh Park and the Soccer Complex have opened for practices. Games, scrimmages and tournaments will not be allowed at this time. Bathrooms and playgrounds in Russellville parks will remain closed until further notice. All visitors to the city’s parks are reminded to follow state guidelines in relation to COVID-19. For more information, call the Recreation and Parks Department at (479) 968-1272.

Main Street Morrilton Farmers’ Market

MORRILTON — The Main Street Morrilton Farmers’ Market is open from 4-7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month in the 100 block of Commerce Street. The market features local produce, unique arts and crafts, kids activities and live music. The market will run through Oct. 1. For more information and vendor applications, visit mainstreetmorrilton.org.

Community Drive-Thru Dinners

HEBER SPRINGS — The following churches and organizations are serving drive-thru dinners for area residents: First Baptist Church,

201 N. Fourth St., from 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays; Heber Springs First Assembly of God, 1009 W. Searcy St., from 5-7 p.m. Thursdays; Breakin’ Bread Ministries,

714 Scott St., from 5-7 p.m. Fridays; and First United Methodist Church, 1099 W. Pine St., from 5-7 p.m. Saturdays. Other churches, organizations, businesses and volunteers have helped make the dinners possible by donating time and resources.

Neighbor’s Table

RUSSELLVILLE — Neighbor’s Table offers a free meal every Saturday at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 501 S. Phoenix Ave. The meal is takeout only and can be picked up from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All are welcome. For more information, call (479) 968-3622.

UPCOMING 2020 Virtual Superhero 5K

RUSSELLVILLE — River Valley Superhero 5K will host a virtual 5K from May 26 to June 5 to benefit a local child who is battling cancer. Tickets for the 5K are $25 and can be purchased at raceentry.com.

Online registration will close Friday. For more information, call (479) 280-4987 or visit rivervalleysuperhero5k.org.

Virtual May Business After Hours

FAIRFIELD BAY — May Business After Hours will take place digitally with live interviews from new business owners. The video will be posted May 28 on the Fairfield Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page and uploaded to Youtube.

Sesquicentennial Celebration

RUSSELLVILLE—Main Street Arkansas, Main Street Russellville, the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Russellville are hosting the Sesquicentennial Celebration at 5 p.m. June 5 in downtown Russellville. The 150th birthday celebration will include an art walk, photo exhibit, mural unveiling, ribbon cutting, live music, birthday sweets and fireworks sponsored by Interstate Fireworks. For more information, contact Russellville City Hall at (479) 968-2098.

Build Your Own Droid

CONWAY—University of Central Arkansas Makerspace and Conductor are hosting a Build Your Own Droid workshop from 5-7 p.m. June 12 at UCA Makerspace, 250 Donaghey Ave., No. 130. The free class is designed to introduce makers and the community to the world of innovation. Supplies and instruction will be provided by the Makerspace staff. Participants will learn how to make their own small droid using commonly found parts. For more information about the event, email jason@arconductor.org.

Into the Light Fundraising Event

QUITMAN — Margie’s Haven House Inc. will present its third annual Into the Light fundraiser from 6-9 p.m. June 13 at Fawn Hollow, 2075 Goff Road. The event will feature music, dancing, food, wine, special raffled items, live and silent auctions, and a guest speaker. The fundraiser will benefit adults and children who are victims of domestic violence. Tickets are $30 each or $225 for a table for eight. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Margie’s Haven House at (501) 362-6757. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Petit Jean Balloon Event

MORRILTON—The Petit Jean Farmers’ Market will hosti the Petit Jean Balloon Event on Father’s Day weekend at 1039 Winrock Drive, Morrilton. Helicopter rides will be available, weather permitting, for $20 all day June 20. Hot-air-balloon flights on June 20 and 21 are already sold out. For more information, visit petitjeanballoonevents.com or call the Petit Jean Farmers’ Market at (501) 208-2592.

Balloons Over Russellville

RUSSELLVILLE — Balloons Over Russellville has been rescheduled for July 3-5. The free event, at the Russellville Soccer Complex, 901 Lock and Dam Road, will feature helicopter rides, 20 hot-air balloons, powered parachute flights, food, vendors, entertainment and a Kids Zone. For more information, call (479) 304-7777. For updates on the festival, visit www.balloonsoverrussellville.com.

Greers Ferry Fireworks

GREERS FERRY — The Greers Ferry Chamber of Commerce will host a Fourth of July fireworks show at 9 p.m. July 4 at the Greers Ferry City Park. For more information, call the chamber at (501) 825-7188 or email info@greersferry.com.

World Championship Cardboard Boat Races

HEBER SPRINGS — The Heber Springs Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 34th annual World Championship Cardboard Boat Races from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 25 at Sandy Beach. This year’s theme is video games. Early registration is open until June 12. Visit the Heber Springs Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for the registration form and rules. For more information, call the chamber at (501) 362-2444.