COMMUNITY DIGEST

The Garden Party

The Garden in Siloam Springs is hosting The Garden Party from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. The outdoor fundraiser will be held at The Garden, located behind Grace Episcopal Church. It will include food, an open bar, music, and a silent and live auction. Tickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite at www.eventbrite.com/e/the-gardenparty-tickets-37289030494 .

Get Fit exercise class

The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service in Benton County is offering a group fitness program, Extension Get Fit, to help adults increase strength, flexibility and balance. The research based strength training program uses dumbbells and ankle weights to improve fitness in a fun and relaxed onehour class. It is conducted by Susan Pickle, County Extension Agent and certified instructor. Sessions will meet twice weekly at 9 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. The cost is $12 for the 10-week program and includes all sessions and a fitness assessment. For more information contact Susan Pickle at 479-271-1060 or at spickle@uaex.edu.

Senior Activity Center

The Siloam Springs Senior Activity & Wellness Center invites anyone over the age of 60 to come to the center for lunch.

The center is located at 750 Heritage Court and features a new cook in Kathy Williams. Cost for lunch is $3 donation per meal. There is an exercise room and game room for guests’ enjoyment. If you need a ride, the center’s van can pick you up. Call 479-524-5735 for more information. Menus and activities calendar are available in the lobby.