this week’s EVENTS

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

TODAY - FRIDAY 2020 Virtual Superhero 5K

RUSSELLVILLE — River Valley Superhero 5K’s virtual 5K will continue through Friday to benefit a local child who is battling cancer. Tickets for the 5K are $25 and can be purchased at raceentry.com. For more information, call (479) 280-4987 or visit rivervalleysuperhero5k.org.

FRIDAY Sesquicentennial Celebration

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

ONGOING Senior Center Bingo

FAIRFIELD BAY — Senior Center Bingo will take place from 10-11:15 a.m. every Tuesday at the Fairfield Bay Senior Center,

385 Dave Creek Parkway. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Arkansas Department of Health guidelines will be followed. There will be limited seating, and reservations are required. This activity is being conducted on a trial basis. For more information or reservations, call the center at (501) 884-7800.

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.

Fairfield Bay Rotary Meetings

FAIRFIELD BAY — The Fairfield Bay Rotary meets at noon every Wednesday, with lunch at 11:30 a.m., in the Fireside Room at the Little Red Restaurant at Indian Hills, 337 Snead Drive. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Arkansas Department of Health guidelines will be followed.

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 Reopenings

RUSSELLVILLE — The Russellville Recreation and Parks Department has reopened 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 reopened 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.

UPCOMING Build Your Own Droid

CONWAY — The University of Central Arkansas Makerspace and Conductor will offer 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, email jason@ arconductor.org.

Into the Light Fundraiser

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.

Cruz’n Car Parade

MORRILTON — The Museum of Automobiles will present a car parade in honor of Father’s Day and in appreciation of local health care workers at 10 a.m. June 20. The parade will start at Harris Funeral Home, 1325 Oak St., and go by CHI St. Vincent, as well as local nursing homes, before ending at the Museum of Automobiles. There are no registration fees or judging for those who take part in the parade. All makes and models of custom, vintage and classic cars, as well as motorcycles, are welcome. There will be discounted admission of $6 per person at the Museum of Automobiles, and Kathy’s Kabana food truck will be available. For more information, call the museum at (501) 727-5427.

Petit Jean Balloon Event

MORRILTON—The Petit Jean Farmers’ Market will host the Petit Jean Balloon Event on Father’s Day weekend at 1039 Winrock Drive. 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.

Animal Protection League Golf Tournament

FAIRFIELD BAY — The Fairfield Bay Animal Protection League Golf Tournament will take place June 27 at the Indian Hills Golf Resort. Registration will begin at 8 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The event will include raffle prizes-50/50 drawing, snacks and drinks, and special events for men and women. Lunch will be provided after play by The Little Red Restaurant. The cost of the four-person scramble is $55 per player or $220 per team.

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.

Arkansas Country Music Awards 2020

MAUMELLE — The Arkansas Country Music Awards will have its annual awards event from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 3 at Maumelle High School, 100 Victory Lane. Recipients of the Arkansas Country Music Awards will be announced during the red-carpet event, which will feature performances and celebrity appearances. Generaladmission seating is $35, preferred seating is $70, and VIP seating is $100. For more information or tickets, visit arkansasmusic.org.

Fun, Fashion and Food

FAIRFIELD BAY — The Fairfield Bay Area Chamber of Commerce will have its annual Fun, Fashion and Food event from 2-5 p.m. Aug. 8 at the chamber, 365 Dave Creek Parkway. The event will include fashion for men and women of all ages, food from local restaurants and door prizes. All proceeds from the event will be used to promote local businesses and economic development through the chamber. Tickets are $10. For more information, call the chamber at (501) 884-3324.

To submit an item for the Calendar of Events, email rvonews@arkansasonline.com. The deadline for calendar-item submissions is noon Tuesday.