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TODAY

Veterans Ceremony

JACKSONVILLE — A special ceremony to honor all veterans will be presented at 10:30 a.m. at First Assembly of God, 221 N. Elm. Veterans are encouraged to attend. For more information, call the Rev. Royce L. Lowe at (501) 982-5018.

TODAY  SATURDAY Fallen Heroes Flag Field

JACKSONVILLE — The Arkansas Fallen Heroes Memorial Flag Field will be on display today through Saturday at the Jacksonville Museum of Military History, 100 Veterans Circle. All are invited to visit the display and honor and celebrate all veterans.

MONDAY

Tea Party Meeting

SEARCY — The Independent Tea Party of White County will meet at 6:30 p.m. at IHOP in Searcy. The public is welcome. The group will not meet on Nov. 25 because of the Thanksgiving holiday. For more information, call (501) 278-9413 or email

teaparty@itpwca.org.

Salute Through Song

JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville High School choirs and the Jacksonville Museum of Military History will present Salute Through Song, a concert honoring all who serve and have served in the military, at 7 p.m. at the museum, 100Veterans Circle. The museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at no charge. The concert will feature a salute to each branch of the armed forces, a salute to prisoners of wars and those who are missing in action, a salute to the fallen and student speeches honoring U.S. troops.

TUESDAY Retired Teachers Meeting

WEDNESDAY Retired Teachers Association Meeting

NEWPORT —The Jackson County Retired Teachers Association will meet at 1 p.m. at the Newport Business and Resource Center. Mary Alice Hughes, an Arkansas Retired Teachers Association insurance representative, will present the program and answer questions on insurance. All retired personnel from the county school systems are invited to attend and are encouraged to become active in the local retired teachers association. Refreshments will be served.

THURSDAY Arkansas Children’s Award Dinner

HEBER SPRINGS —The Cleburne County Retired Teachers will meet at noon at the Rustic Inn in Heber Springs. Representatives of the 16th Judicial District will speak on Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). For more information, call Lavern Penn at (501) 206-0357. LITTLE ROCK — The 18th annual Arkansas Children’s Award Dinner to honor the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Association will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Little Rock. A reception will begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Each year the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches recognize an individual or group who has made outstanding contributions to create better opportunities for Arkansas’ youth. This year’s honorees will be the sheriffs of Arkansas who led the efforts in founding the Arkansas Sheriffs’Youth Ranches nearly 40 years ago. Tickets to the event are $200 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Youth Ranches’website, www.youthranches.com/ arkansas-childrens-award, call

(870) 793-6841, or email matt@

youthranches.com.

Newcomers Club Meeting

HEBER SPRINGS —The Cleburne County Newcomers Club in Heber Springs will meet at 10 a.m. at the First Electric building on Industrial Road. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about your community, meet new friends and discover all the activities available. For more information, call Sandy at (510) 362-5344.

Wreath Course

ASH FLAT — The continuing education department at Ozarka College will present a burlap wreath class from 6-8 p.m. at the Ash Flat campus, 64 College Drive. The cost is $25.50 and $20.50 for those older than 60. Lori Carpenter of The Grapevine Home will instruct the course. Participants will learn the basics of making a wreath and tying large decorative bows. All Students are asked to bring scissors and other decorations for their wreaths. Seating is limited. To take the course, contact Kim Whitten, director of operations at Ozarka College-Ash Flat, at (870) 994-7273 or kwhitten@

ozarka.edu.

Spice Up Thanksgiving Dinner

MELBOURNE — For those who want something new and different this year for their Thanksgiving meal, Ozarka College will present an evening of fall food smells and tastes from 5-9 p.m. on the Melbourne campus, 218 College Drive. This continuing-education course will be taught by Lou Rice, Ozarka College culinary lead chef and instructor. The cost is $25 per person and $20 for those older than 60. The fee includes all food and cooking supplies. Seating is limited to 20. To attend, contact Kathryn Langston at (870) 3682083 or klangston@ozarka.edu.

Golden Dragon Acrobats

SEARCY —The Golden Dragons, a premier Chinese acrobatic touring company, will perform at 7 p.m. in Harding University’s Benson Auditorium, as part of the University’s Concert Lyceum Series. The troupe, which has been performing since 1967, travels throughout the U.S. and abroad and presents award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, elaborate costumes, ancient and contemporary music, and theatrical techniques. General-admission tickets are available at the door for $3 per person. For more information, call the department of music at (501) 279-4343.

THURSDAY  SATURDAY

Revival Services

BATESVILLE — The 20th Street Missionary Baptist Church invites everyone to revival services at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at 425 20th St. Guest speakers will be Brother Keith Chamberlain on Thursday, and Brother Warner Allen on Friday and Saturday. There will be a chili dinner after services on Saturday.

FRIDAY Heber Springs AARP Driver Safety

HEBER SPRINGS — There will be an AARP Driver Safety Program class from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the McCoy Room of the Administration/Student Services Building on the Arkansas State University-Heber Springs campus. Individuals 55 and older who complete the course will qualify for a three-year discount on their automobile-insurance premiums in Arkansas. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. The fee may be paid in cash or by check (payable to AARP). To reserve a place, call ASU at (501) 362-1273, or email jlrath@ hebersprings.asu.edu.

Smoked Turkey and Pork Butt Sale

SEARCY — Reserve meat for Thanksgiving dinner from the Optimist Club of Searcy by Friday. Smoked turkey and smoked pork butt will be available for $35 each. Orders can be picked up Nov. 23-27 at W&W Ford. To place an order, contact any Optimist member, or call (501) 230-0041.

SATURDAY

Food Fair

NEWPORT — The Episcopal Church Women will hold their annual Food Fair Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Parish House,Third and Hazel streets. The fair will include a soup lunch, a cookie table, party foods, baked goods, entrees, casseroles, rum cakes and a book table. All are invited.

WCMC PrimeTimes Driver Safety Course

SEARCY — The PrimesTimes of theWhite County Medical Center will host an AARP Driver Safety Course from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Hubach Center. Parking will be available behind the hospital off Moore Street. Use the elevator to go to the first floor. The instructors are Frances and Bill Mizell. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. To get a discount, members must have an AARP card. To register for the class, call Anna Overbay at PrimeTimes at (501) 380-1050.

SAME Café

SEARCY — The SAME Café will be open from 4-5:30 p.m. at the West Side Church of Christ, 709 W. Arch St. Note the new hours of operation. The SAME Café is open the first and third Saturdays of the month to anyone in the community who would like a free warm meal.

Family Game Night

CABOT — Christ Church will hold a Family Game Night at 5 at 15361 Arkansas 5. Bingo and bunko will be offered, as well as food, prizes and fun for all ages. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. For more information, call (501) 843-2302 or (501) 529-0604.

Gospel Concert

McRAE — George Hannah will perform good old-fashioned gospel singing at 7 p.m. at 16th Section Union Church, 3387 Arkansas 267 S. The public is invited to attend. Following the singing, a fellowship time will be held in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, call (501) 454-3250.

ONGOING

Craft Nights

JACKSONVILLE — The youth of Landmark Baptist Church will host craft nights from 6 to midnight the second Friday of each month at 2200 Marshall Road. Participants will spend time with fellow crafters painting, scrapbooking or doing other kinds of crafting. The cost is $5 per table or any donation amount. Proceeds will help the youth go on a mission trip and to camp this summer. For more information, call Tamara Blanchard at (501) 554-3972.

Friends of the Library Book Shop

HEBER SPRINGS — The Friends of The Library Book Shop, 2255 Arkansas 25B N., is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. The shop offers a large variety of books at bargain prices. Proceeds will benefit all the libraries in Cleburne County, including the new library in Quitman.

Children’s Story Time

BATESVILLE — The Independence County Library, 368 E. Main St., offers story time for preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday. The event includes stories, videos and crafts

conducted by librarian Vanessa Adams. The program lasts about an hour, and parents are requested to attend. For more information, call the library at (870) 793-8814, or visit www.

indcolib.com.

China Painters

GARNER — The Daisy Petals China Painting Club meets at 9 a.m. every Monday at Garner Baptist Church, 114 N. Main. Beginners are welcome. For more information, contact Glenda Hale at (501) 726-3281.

Fall Sessions for Musicians

BATESVILLE — Accordion, guitar, keyboard, violin and harmonica players of all experience levels are invited to come listen or play from 7-9 p.m. Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 at First Community Bank.

Computer Classes

BATESVILLE — The Independence County Library offers free computer classes, geared for adults of all ages. Topics will include using a mouse and setting up an email account. Reservations are required. Call the library at (870) 793-8814 to register. For more information on this and other library events, visit www.indcolib.com.

Free GED Classes

MELBOURNE — Free GED classes are available at the following Ozarka College campuses: Melbourne, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; Mammoth Spring, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; Ash Flat, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; and Mountain View, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and from 5-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Registration is ongoing. For more information, call the Ozarka College Adult Education Department at (800) 821-4335, ext. 2051, or in Izard County, call (870) 368-2051.

Republican Committee Meetings

CABOT — The Lonoke County Republican Committee meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month at Grandpa’s Bar-BCue. For more information, call Irene Ernst at (501) 941-4905, or visit lonokegop.com.

Ceramic Classes

JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville Senior Wellness and Activity Center is offering ceramic classes for people 60 or older. Membership is $20 per year. Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. For more information, call the center at (501) at 982-2011.

Cabot Civitan Club Meetings

CABOT — The Cabot Civitan Club meets at 6 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month at First Security Bank in downtown Cabot. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call Tom Nolting at (501) 606-3731.

UPCOMING ASU Searcy Driver’s Course

SEARCY — ASU Searcy will host an AARP Driver Safety course from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 23 in Room 127 of the Technology East building at the Arkansas State University-Searcy campus. Parking is available behind the building. The instructors are Jerry and Bertie Yates. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. To get a discount, members must have an AARP card. To register for the class, call Jerry or Bertie Yates at (501) 283-0283 or (501) 2830287.

Holiday Card Screenprinting Workshop

BATESVILLE — The Batesville Area Arts Council will host a Holiday Card Screenprinting workshop from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with an hour lunch break, on Nov. 23 at Lyon College. The workshop will be taught by artist Dustyn Bork. Participants will select from predesigned images to screenprint 10 unique cards and envelopes. All levels of experience are encouraged to sign up. The cost of the workshop is $40, which includes all supplies. For more information, contact the arts council at (870) 793-3382, email baac@

suddenlinkmail.com, or stop by the BAAC Gallery on Main at 246 E. Main Street to sign up.

Book Bag Sales

HEBER SPRINGS —The Cleburne County Friends of the Library Book Shop will have a big inventory sale on Nov. 30 at 2255 Arkansas 25B N. Volunteers to work at the book shop are always welcome. Stop by for more information.

Batesville Christmas Parade

BATESVILLE — The Batesville Christmas Parade will be held at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 down Historic Main Street. Entry forms can be obtained at the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce or online at www.mybatesville.org. The city of Batesville’s Downtown Lighting Ceremony will take place before the parade at 6 p.m. The theme of the parade is “A Storybook Christmas.” Judging categories for parade entries include business and civic/nonprofit group. One winner will be selected from each category and announced Dec. 3. For more information on Batesville Christmas events, call the chamber at (870) 793.2378 or email mandi. curtwright@mybatesville.org.

Holiday of Lights Christmas Parade

SEARCY — The Searcy Holiday of Lights Christmas Parade 2013 will be held at 6 p.m. Dec. 7. The parade route will begin at Spring Park, circle the Court Square onto Race Street and end at Berryhill Park. All entries must be decorated with Christmas lights and play Christmas music. No registration is required. Parade lineup will begin at 4 p.m. at the corner of Spring Street and West Pleasure Avenue. Lineup will proceed south on Spring Street, then turn west on Mulberry Avenue. For more information, call (501) 279-1032.

Shopping Extravaganza

WARD — The fourth annual Shopping Extravaganza hosted by the Parents Clubs of Carla’s Dance will be held Dec. 7 at the Ward Chamber of Commerce building. Vendors will offer a variety of holiday shopping, including arts and crafts, all in one place. For for more information, call Melissa at (501) 843-4968.

Cabot Annual Christmas Parade

CABOT — Cabot’s annual Christmas Parade will be held at 3 p.m. Dec. 8 down South Pine Street/ Arkansas 89. The parade theme for entries/floats is “It’s A Dr. Seuss Christmas!” Businesses, groups and organizations are invited to participate. Trophies will be awarded in five categories: School/Civic, Church, Business, Animal/Equestrian and General/Personal. Entry forms, parade rules and route maps are available at the Veterans Park Community Center, the Cabot Chamber of Commerce office and www.cabotparks.com. The entry deadline is Dec. 2. Mail completed forms, along with a $10 entry fee, to Cabot Christmas Parade, P.O. Box 1101, Cabot, AR 72023. For more information, contact the Parade Committee at (501) 920-2122 or email cabotbeautiful@yahoo.com.