HOMETOWN EVENTS

Audubon Society to visit Eagle Watch

The Northwest Arkansas Audubon Society is planning a field trip to the Eagle Watch nature area, on SWEPCO Lake just west of Gentry, on Saturday, Aug. 3. The group will meet in the parking lot at 9 a.m. The group expects to see egrets, cormorants and other water birds but will focus on the button-bushes and the native butterflies they attract. All are welcome to join the group on this field trip. Binoculars, spotting scopes and cameras are welcome.

Standards-based grading meeting

The Gravette School District is inviting members of the community and parents to attend a meeting on standardsbased grading at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the Upper Elementary School cafeteria. The district is considered using standards-based grading in grades K-5 for the 2019-2020 school year. School administrators and teachers will share their reasons for considering the new reporting system. The meeting will conclude about 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

Book Signing at GPL

Join local author Lea Ann Crisp for a signing of her book, “We Need the Dark,” at Gentry Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m. until noon. “We Need the Dark” is a children’s book that explains the necessity of darkness. The book is illustrated with original paintings by Jack Hetterich. Parents are welcome to bring children to check out the book, meet the author and enjoy light refreshments. Crisp, a native of northwest Arkansas, currently resides in Bella Vista.

Assembly of God Kids Crusade

The Gravette Assembly of God Church, one mile west on Highway 72, is conducting its Kids Crusade each day through Thursday of this week. Meetings are held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Rides are available by calling either 479787-5818 or 479-2124066. Teen Challenge ladies will be coming to the morning service Sunday, Aug. 4, at 10:30 a.m. with lunch for everyone. The public is invited to hear their testimony of how God has changed their lives.

Class of ’89 Reunion

Gravette High School Class of 89 will be having its 30th class reunion on Aug. 9 at the Hiwasse Store at 6 p.m. for dinner. The class will also have a float in the Gravette Day Parade on Aug. 10. Plan to line up at 11 a.m.

American Legion flagpole fundraising

The John E. Tracy American Legion Post at Gravette is conducting a fundraising drive to raise money to replace the flagpoles at Hillcrest Cemetery. The poles now in use are rusting and in need of replacement. Plans are to purchase larger aluminum poles at an approximate cost of $7,800. A Hillcrest Cemetery flagpole fund has been opened at the Bank of Gravett and people may make donations there. Anyone having questions may call post commander Bill Mattler, 479-640-1199.

Gravette Public Library Summer Reading Program

The summer reading program, “A Universe of Stories,” at Gravette Public Library continues for teen and adult readers. Teens going into grades 7-12 and adults may come by the library, choose a reading goal and pick up their reading log. Teen activities are held on Tuesdays through Aug. 6, at 4 p.m. The program for Tuesday, Aug. 6, is An Out of This World Opportunity. Adult activities are held on Tuesdays through Aug. 6, at 7 p.m. The program for Tuesday, Aug. 6, is Galaxy Painting.

Art in the Library

Gentry Public Library is seeking local artists, photographers, writers, performers and musicians interested in showcasing their works in public exhibitions at the library. The works will be displayed or performed in a designated area for a specific time period. Works will be juried by a library committee and must be appropriate for the general public. Please contact the library at 479-736-2054 for more information.

Gravette Day car, truck show

The annual Gravette Day car and truck show, benefiting Imagine Before and After School Care, will be held Saturday, Aug. 10, with registration beginning at 9 a.m., judging at 2 p.m. and awards presented at 3 p.m. First-, secondand third-place awards will be given in several classes, along with a Kids’ Choice Award and a Best in Show Award. This show is during the annual town celebration, and there will be a parade at noon. Car show entrants are encouraged to participate if they wish. There will be plenty of activities going on all day, rain or shine.

Stuff the Sleigh 5K

A new event has been announced for Gravette Day 2019, Saturday, Aug. 10, the Stuff the Sleigh 5K race. Proceeds will benefit the Gravette Shop with a Cop program. The race starts at 8 a.m. Runners may register at www.GravetteAR.com under the Gravette Day tab. Not a runner but want to support Shop with a Cop? There’s also a “Sideline Supporter” option.

Gravette Day Pageants

Sign-ups are now being accepted for entries in the various pageants that will be held on Gravette Day, according to Gravette Day chairwoman Heather Finley. Those interested may sign up online at www. GravetteAR.com or sign up in person at City Hall. The annual Gravette Day event is planned for Saturday, Aug. 10. The theme for Gravette Day 2019 is “Making Memories.” A total of 12 pageants will be held this year, nine for girls and four for boys. Competition for girls will be held in age groups birth to 11 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years old, 4-5 years old, 6-7 years old, 8-10 years old, and 11-13 years old. Entrants in the Miss Teen Gravette contest must be 14-16 years old, and those competing for Miss Gravette must be 17-21 years old. Competition for boys will be held in the age groups birth-23 months, 2-4 years old and 5-7 years old.

Falling Springs Singing

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.

First Baptist Pantry

First Baptist Church, located at 213 E. Roller Avenue in Decatur, holds a community food pantry on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the church at 479-2826658.