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COMMUNITY EVENTS IN THE TRI-LAKES AREA

TODAY Habitat for Humanity Lunch BENTON — Habitat for Humanity of Saline County will host a lunch at noon at First Baptist Church. All proceeds will go to the 2014 Apostles Build. For more information, call (501) 315-5434.

MONDAY

Two-Step Lessons HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Hot Springs Village Country Two Steppers Club will offer beginning two-step lessons from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday in the Coronado Community Center’s Ballroom. Neil and Pat Ruddy will teach the lessons for five weeks in a smoke-free atmosphere. The cost per evening is $3 for members and $5 for guests. For more information, call Denny or Petra Block at (501) 226-5111.

GriefShare BENTON — The GriefShare recovery seminar and support group will begin a new 13-week session at 7 p.m. Monday in the Parlor of First United Methodist Church. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. For more information, call (501) 778-3601.

Author Visit BRYANT — The Monday Afternoon Book Club will meet at 1 p.m. at the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library. The guest speaker will be Ruth Hawkins of Arkansas State University. The meeting is open to the public on a first-come, firstserved basis. For more information, call (501) 847-2166 or (501) 778-4766.

Book Club BENTON — The Benton Book Club will meet at 5 p.m. at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library to discuss the club’s chosen title. The group is open to adults 18 and older. For more information, call (501) 778-4766. Monday with the Master Gardeners BENTON — The Saline County Master Gardeners and presenter Julie Tucker will discuss Propagating Plants for Winter at 6:30 p.m. at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library. The program is open to all ages. For more information, call (501) 778-4766. MONDAY  FRIDAY

Dance Master Classes ARKADELPHIA — The Juel D Lane Dance Project will come to Henderson State University on Monday through Friday. Lane will teach contemporary master classes from 3-4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday in the Arkansas Hall Dance Studio. Repertory rehearsals for the Henderson Dance Co. will be from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Master classes are free and open to the public for participation, and the repertory rehearsals are open for observation. A presentation showcasing new work with Lane and the Henderson Dance Co. will be held at 3 p.m. Friday. For more information or to make reservations, contact Jennifer Maddox at maddoxj@hsu.edu.

TUESDAY

Silent Auction GURDON — The Gurdon Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club Auction will begin at 6 p.m., with dinner to follow, at the Gurdon High School Cafetorium. Auction items will include two tickets to the upcoming Arkansas Razorback football game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock. The tickets are for press-box seats with Voice of the Razorbacks Chuck Barrett as he calls the game live. Proceeds will benefit the Gurdon Chamber of Commerce and the Gurdon Rotary Club. Tickets to the auction are $15 in advance at U.S. Bank, First State Bank and the Cabe Land Offices in Gurdon, or $20 at the door. Camp Meeting HOT Chapter SPRINGS of the — Arkansas The Ouachita Archeological at 7 p.m. in the Society Board will Room meet of the Science Arkansas and the School Arts. for Jim Math, Rees camp will meetings provide a and program their historical on welcome significance. to attend. Guests For more are information, at (501) 915-0708. call Florence Davis Ouachita Speaker Series HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Ouachita Speaker Series fall season will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Ouachita Activities Building of the Ponce de Leon Center. The topic to be discussed is Economic Development: Then, Now and Future. General-admission tickets are available for $12 each, or $30 for the series. Tickets can be purchased at the Ponce de Leon Center office from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday or by visiting www.HSVticket

sales.com.

GriefShare HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — GriefShare is a nondenominational group that studies the topics of loss, grief and recovery for men and women. Seven sessions will be offered, beginning from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday at Village Bible Church, 100 Ponderosa Way. For more information, call Carl Wetze at (501) 922-5936 or Violet Potts at (501) 922-1053. TUESDAY  THURSDAY

Story Time and Crafts BRYANT/BENTON — A farmthemed story time for ages 3-5 will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library in Bryant. Later that day, make-and-take farm crafts will be available for all ages from 3-8 p.m. The activities will be held at the same times on Wednesday and Thursday at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton. For more information, call (501) 847-2166. TUESDAY  SEPT. 15

Hot Springs JazzFest HOT SPRINGS — The 22nd Annual Hot Springs JazzFest will be held Tuesday through Sept. 15. Discount tickets are available for Jazz Society Members. For detailed information, ticketing and schedules for the weeklong jazz program, visit

www.HSJazzSociety.org.

WEDNESDAY

House Dedication BENTON — Join the Arkansas Realtors and Habitat for Humanity of Saline County from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1520 Glory Cove for the home dedication for Navy veteran Susan Myers and a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Lunch will be provided by Hot Dog Mike. For more information, call (501) 315-5434. Kiwanis Golf Tournament HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Kiwanis Club of Hot Springs Village will sponsor the Million-Dollar Shot Golf Tournament, starting at 8 a.m. at the Magellan Golf Course. The tournament is a traditional fourball format, with an entry fee of $300 per team, or $75 per player. At the end of play, one of the 36 teams will be chosen by random drawing to shoot for the million-dollar prize. The golfer taking the shot will be chosen by his or her teammates. In addition to one team having a chance at the million-dollar jackpot ($250,000 per player), the entry fee also covers green fees, a cart, practice balls and a catered lunch. For more information or to register for the tournament, visit www.hotspringsvillage kiwanis.com.

THURSDAY

Creative ’Tweens BENTON — ’Tweens, ages 8-12, are invited to participate in an after-school program at 4 arts p.m. and at the crafts Bob Herzfeld more information, Memorial Library. call (501) For 778-4766.

Creative Writing BRYANT — Jennifer Watson will teach creative writing for ages 16 and older at 6 p.m. at the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library. No registration is required. For more information, call (501) 847-2166.

Watercolor Class BRYANT — Instructor Carolyn Voss will teach a free watercolor class for adults 18 and older at 6 p.m. at the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library. The theme is Fall Stream Watercolor. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call (501) 847-2166 or (501) 778-4766. THURSDAY AND SATURDAY

Violin Performances BENTON/BRYANT — The Saline County Library will host local concert violinist Oksana Pavilionis at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton and at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library in Bryant. The events are open to all ages. For more information, call (501) 778-4766.

ONGOING Photography Exhibition and Reception ARKADELPHIA — The public is invited to view Sweet Tea and Porch Swings, a photography exhibit by Sherry Harmon O’Rorke, at the Arkadelphia Arts Center, 625 Main St., from Wednesday through Oct. 12. A reception will be held for O’Rorke from 4:30-6 p.m. Thursday at the center. O’Rorke is a Henderson State University art major and an Arkadelphia resident. She will share her view of country living in Arkansas through her photographs, which include digital images, cyanotype, Van Dyke brown and traditional silver gelatin prints. Center hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. For more information, call (870) 403-8630.

Temporary Meal Site BENTON — The Central Arkansas Development Council Benton Senior Wellness and Activity Center will sponsor a temporary meal site at 11:30 a.m. Thursday and Sept. 19 and 26; and Oct. 4, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at the Johnson Street Church of Christ, 101 Johnson St. The site will serve the Ralph Bunche community and is open to the public. Suggested donations for the meals are $2.50 for people 60 and older, and $6 for people younger than 60. The site will also offer information on programs and services offered at the center, including calendars, menus, commodities and more. For more information, call (501) 315-0645. September Art Exhibit HOT SPRINGS — Garvan Woodland Gardens’ September art exhibit is Brush Strokes, works from an art club of that name headquartered in Hot Springs Village. The exhibit, slated for 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily during September, will feature 40 of the club’s artists with works that include watercolors, oils, pastels and mixed mediums. Some of the paintings depict scenes from Garvan Woodland Gardens. Admission will be $10 for adults and $5 for children 6-12. Children 5 and younger will be admitted free. For more information, call the gardens at (501) 262-9300, email garden info@garvangardens.org, or

visit www.garvangardens.org.

Farmers Market HOT SPRINGS — The Historic Downtown Farmers Market in Hot Springs will be open from 5-8 p.m. Tuesdays, from 7-11 a.m Thursdays and from 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays through October. The free market features locally grown foods, area artisans and fun educational exhibits. For more information, call (501) 624-0489, email hotspringsfarmersmarket@ gmail.com, or visit www. hotspringsfarmersmarket. com.

Art Exhibit ARKADELPHIA — The Russell Fine Arts Building art gallery at Henderson State University will feature the artwork of Garry Simmons through Sept. 25. The gallery is at 1100 Henderson St. Admission is free. For more information, call (870) 230-5000, or visit www.hsu.edu.

Photo Exhibit ARKADELPHIA — Henderson State University, along with Group Living Inc., is exhibiting a selection of photographs from the university’s Jane Ross Photography Collection that depicts the historical development of Group Living, and client and staff activities. The photos will be on display through Sept. 21 during business hours at the Honeycomb Restaurant, 705 Main St. For more information, call (870) 246-5849 or (870) 245-2333.

VFW Bingo BENTON — Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2256 will host bingo at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday and at 1 p.m. every Saturday at 5323 Sleepy Village Road. Cash prizes are paid to each winner. There will be a special jackpot coverall on Sept. 21 with a minimum guarantee of $600. Ageless Bikers Club Rides HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Ageless Bikers Club holds bicycle rides at 8 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. There are eight different 20-mile rides on relatively flat, quiet country roads. For more information, visit www.hsv

abc.weebly.com. Health Walks in the Gardens HOT SPRINGS — Guided health walks at Garvan Woodland Gardens take place twice a week: a three-mile walk at 9 a.m. Mondays, and a one-mile walk at 9 a.m. Tuesdays. Walkers meet at the Welcome Center. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy walking shoes. No reservations are needed. The guided walks are free to members, and nonmembers pay regular gardens admission.

UPCOMING

Opera Week HOT SPRINGS — Opera Classics, part of the Four Seasons in Art and Song concert series, will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 15 at Anthony Chapel in Garvan Woodland Gardens. The concert marks the beginning of The Muses Opera Week, which will culminate Sept. 21 with an opera gala presentation of The Marriage of Figaro to celebrate the grand opening of The Muses Cultural Arts Center. Opera gala patron tickets are $200, and gala donor tickets are $100. A preview performance of the opera will be held Sept. 20 at a donor ticket cost of $50. For those who only wish to attend the preview, tickets are available for $25, or $15 for students with a current student ID. For tickets or more information, contact The Muses at (501) 609-9811 or visit www.

themusesproject.org. Free Prostate Screening BENTON — The Saline Memorial Hospital will provide free prostate screenings from 5-7 p.m. Sept. 17 in the Saline Memorial Hospital Outpatient Department. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (501) 776-6746. Carrol Roberson Concert HOT SPRINGS — Charity Heights Baptist Church will present Carrol Roberson in concert at 7 p.m. Sept. 21 at 1315 Leonard St. The concert is free, but a love offering will be accepted. Roberson will also perform and speak at 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sept. 22 at 1315 Leonard St. For more information, call Pastor Jim Oliver at (501) 625-3565. To submit a school or community event for the Tri-Lakes Calendar of Events, mail information to Calendar of Events,

Tri-Lakes Edition, P.O. Box 2221, Little Rock, AR, 72203; fax to (501) 378-3500; or email to tl news@arkansasonline.com. Deadlines for calendar-item submissions are noon Friday for Thursday editions and noon Tuesday for Sunday editions.