HOMETOWN EVENTS
Church yard sale set
The women’s ministry at the Gravette First Assembly of God Church will hold a yard sale at the church Thursday through Saturday, June 9-11. Hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. Proceeds go to women’s ministry projects, including missions and projects for senior shut-ins at Christmas. Upholstery fabric will be offered at the yard sale.
Vacation Bible School slated at Heritage Baptist
Heritage Baptist Church at 307 Fourth Ave., S.E., in Gravette will have its annual Vacation Bible School, June 13-17 from 6 to 8 p.m. for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. The theme is “Submerged — Finding Truth Below the Surface.” There will be Bible lessons, crafts, games and snacks. Teams will be the Starfish, Seahorses and Sharks. For information, call the church at 787-6782.
Maysville Bible Church holding cookout, sing
Maysville Bible Church on Highway 72 just east of Maysville is sponsoring a hamburger cookout and gospel sing on Saturday, June 11, at 5 p.m., at the church. The church is also sponsoring a nonperishable food drive at Maysville Days on June 18, at the Maysville community center. All nonperishable food items may be brought to the event anytime during the day and placed in a box which will be marked with signs on the community center grounds. All donated items will be used to replenish the church’s food pantry.
Maysville pageant entries being sought
Pageant entries are being sought for Maysville Day June 18. Forms are posted online at Maysville Days Facebook page or pick one up at the Maysville HandiStop.
Men’s breakfast served
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 more information, call 479-2330242.
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 8 theme is “Back to the ’50s” and rumor has it that Elvis might make an appearance. 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, located at 119 Main St., S.E., is holding its summer reading program, “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read!,” each week. Sessions will focus on a different sport or athletic activity and all sessions will not be on the same day of the week. Next week’s session, beginning at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, will focus on tennis, with retired tennis pro Paul Pautsch as leader. The next session, on frisbee golf, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, June 20, with Garry Long as leader.
Summer Reading in Decatur underway
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 Iibrary is at 121 N. Main St., at the four-way stop sign. 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. The hours are in coordination with the “Seamless Summer” lunch program held in the same building complex.
OCH blood drive planned
A blood drive will be held at Ozarks Community Hospital of Gravette from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 13. The bloodmobile will stay longer if more donors have signed up. The blood drive will take place in the OCH of Gravette Hospital parking lot. Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is experiencing a shortage earlier than normal this year and asks that donors help them reach their goals. Anyone wishing to sign up in advance or having questions may call Amanda at 479-344-6464 or email agittlein@ochonline.com.
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