Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration with Tommy Terrific’s Magic Show

Go on a magical pirate adventure with Tommy Terrific’s new magic show. His amazing tricks include a ship in a bottle, gold medallions, and a Jolly Roger flag magically hoisted in the air. As the kids help guide Tommy on a quest to find the treasure, they will also learn the meanings behind several fun, pirate words and phrases. So, “Weigh Anchor,” “Hoist the Mizzen,” and get ready for a magical, pirate adventure! Be sure to sign up for the Adventure Begins at Your Library summer reading program while you’re here! It’s free and fun for everyone! 10:30 a.m. Main Library

June 1 Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration

Celebrate the beginning of the ‘Adventure Begins at Your Library’ summer reading program. Sign up and participate in crafts and activities. 10 a.m-2 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

June 1 Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration

It’s time to kick off summer reading! Activities will include sidewalk chalk and rock painting. 10 a.m-2 p.m. Miller Branch Library

June 1 Summer Reading Kick-off Celebration

Sign up for the summer reading program and try some crafts and activities. 10 a.m-2 p.m. Windsor Branch Library

June 1 Saturday Storytime

This Saturday program offers fun for kids of all ages and their families,held the first Saturday of the month. 11 a.m. – noon Windsor Branch Library

June 1 - 15 Make a Father’s Day Card

Let your father know how much he means to you with a handmade Father’s Day Card. Use your creativity to make your own personalized card for Dad! This do-it-yourself activity is open to all ages during regular library hours. All materials are provided. Dallas Branch Library

June 3, Paper Airplane Contest

Design your own paper airplane and enter in a flying contest see which plane will fly the longest distance. First, second and third place winners will receive prizes. Youth of all ages may participate. 2 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

June 4, 10 AM Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and interactive fun! The storytime will last around 20 minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. Miller Branch Library

June 5 Wonderful Wednesday with the Don Bailey Jazz Combo

Don’t miss this musical adventure with the Don Bailey Jazz Combo! The concert will feature a variety of jazz swing tunes and standards from all eras – also some rock, blues, and Latin jazz! 2 p.m. Fort Smith Public Library

June 6 Movie Matinee at the Library!

See a family friendly movie on the big screen! Take snacks and covered drinks--or visit Dewey’s Café and pick up something to enjoy during the movie. It’s free and fun for everyone! Check the library’s event page for the title of this week’s movie. 2 p.m. Main Library

June 8 Second Saturday Movie

Did you miss the Movie Matinee on Thursday? Join us at the Windsor Drive Branch for a replay of this week’s fa.m.ily friendly movie. Bring your snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the movie. It’s free and fun for everyone! 11 a.m. Windsor Branch Library

June 10, Superhero Day with Movie Marathon

Get into some superhero-themed fun! The entertainment will begin with superhero-themed crafts and activities for younger set. In the afternoon there will be a superhero movie marathon with Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG13) at noon, followed by Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (PG-13) at 2:30 p.m. The movies will be viewed on a 120 inch projector screen in a darkened room with a sound system. Popcorn will be served. 9 am.m-5 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

June 10 Monday Movie Marathon – SpiderMan: No Way Home (PG-13)

Peter Parker’s secret identity is revealed to the entire world. Desperate for help, Peter turns to Doctor Strange to make the world forget that he is SpiderMan. The spell goes horribly wrong and shatters the multiverse, bringing in monstrous villains that could destroy the world. (2 hr 28 min) The film will be shown on a 120 inch projector screen in a darkened room with a sound system. Popcorn will be served. Noon. Dallas Branch Library

June 10 Monday Movie Marathon Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (PG-13)

Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill rallies his team to defend the universe and one of their own - a mission that could mean the end of the Guardians if not successful. (Rated PG-13. 2 hr 30 min) The film will be viewed on a 120 inch projector screen in a darkened room with a sound system. Popcorn will be served. 2:20 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

June 10 LEGO Club

Kids, tweens, and teens are invited to design and build unique creations with LEGO Club! Everyone loves LEGOs; this event is free, and supplies are provided. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Main Library

June 11, 10 A.M. Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m. Miller Branch Library

June 12

Wonderful Wednesday with

Mömandpöp Concert

Take your friends and family for the “Mömandpöp” show! It features colorful characters, fast costume changes, a couple of British puppets named “Mümandsön,” loads of audience participation, and catchy pop songs you’ll be singing long after the show is over. “Mömandpöp” shows are all about joy--parents and kids enjoying music together, getting to their feet, and having a blast. 2 p.m. Main Library

June 13 Movie Matinee at the Library!

Wattch a family friendly movie on the big screen! Bring your snacks and covered drinks--or visit Dewey’s Café and pick up something to enjoy during the movie. 2 p.m. Main Library

June 13 Wind Sock Craft

The Fianna Hills Garden Club will show children how to decorate and assemble wind socks to take home. Materials provided. Take your wind sock home and hang it up outside, so you can watch how the wind moves it. 2 p.m. Miller Branch Library

June 15 Concert with Aaron Fowler

CoA fun morning of singing, moving, playing instruments, and sharing stories with musician Aaron Fowler! Aaron has been performing since he was 16. Working alongside several musicians throughout his career, he has built a breadth of musical experiences from house concerts to festivals and concert halls. His passion for music and the power it can have with groups of people is part of why he keeps bringing the music to audiences across the country. 10:30 a.m. Main Library

June 15, Game On!

Let’s play some games! Add some fun to your Saturday with team games, board games, video games – which will you choose? 11 a.m- 1 p.m. Windsor Branch Library

June 17 Superhero Storytime!

Calling all superheroes! Come dressed as your favorite superhero and join us for superhero stories and crafts. 2-3 p.m. Miller Branch Library

June 18 Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m. Miller Branch Library

June 19

All FSPL locations closed for Juneteenth June 20 Movie Matinee at the Library!

Come join us for this week’s family friendly movie on the big screen! Bring your snacks and covered drinks--or visit Dewey’s Café and pick up something to enjoy during the movie. It’s free and fun for everyone! Check the library’s event page for the title of this week’s movie. 2 p.m. Main Library

June 21 Touch-a-Truck: Fire Truck

Firefighters will be at the library to talk about their job and read a children’s story. Afterwards, families can look inside a real firetruck. 10 a.m. Miller Branch Library

June 24 STEAM Team

STEAM Team is a program for children ages 8-12 who have an interest in science, technology, engineering, art and math. The STEAM Team will have a chance to build fun stuff, be active, make art, and even make a mess! 3:30-6 p.m. Main Library

June 25 Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

Miller Branch Library, 8701 South 28th Street, Fort Smith (479-6463945)

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m.

June 26 Wonderful Wednesday: Author

Visit and Book Signing with Vaunda Micheaux Nelson

One of our favorite authors is back in town! Join award-winning author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson for an afternoon of literary adventures. Ms. Nelson, author of Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U. S. Marshal, Small Shoes, Great Strides, and the Ready? Set. Raymond! series, will share highlights of her books as well as stories of what it’s like to be an award-winning author. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event. 2 p.m. Main Library

June 26 Fort Kids Pop Up: Portuguese Language Lesson and Storytime

The library is partnering with Fort Kids for a fun pop-up activity! Marina Hann will lead a mini-Portuguese language lesson and a storytime for kids, followed by a craft and snack. 3 p.m. Miller Branch Library

June 27, 10 AM Storytime with Vaunda Micheaux Nelson

A special author is coming to storytime! Join Ms. Robin and special guest, award-winning author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson. The author of Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U. S. Marshal; Small Shoes, Great Strides, and many other titles will be reading from her Ready? Set. Raymond! series. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event. 10 a.m. Main Library

June 27 Movie Matinee at the Library

Come join us for this week’s family friendly movie on the big screen! Bring your snacks and covered drinks--or visit Dewey’s Café and pick up something to enjoy during the movie. It’s free and fun for everyone! Check the library’s event page for the title of this week’s movie. 2 p.m. Main Library

July 1-July 31

Adventure begins at Your Library: Summer Reading Program –

All Fort Smith Public Library Locations

The Fort Smith Public Library’s annual summer reading program for kids, teens, and adults continues through July 31. The program is one of the many ways the library works to create a community of readers and library users. Through fun themes, activities, and prizes, the summer reading program offers incentives for spending time reading or listening to books. Participants can drop by any library location to register or register online at https://fortsmithlibrary.readsquared.com .

Monday, July 1 Monday Movie Marathon – Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget (PG)

Having pulled off an escape from Tweedy’s farm, Ginger has found a peaceful island sanctuary for the whole flock. But back on the mainland the whole of chicken-kind faces a new threat, and Ginger and her team decide to break in. Produced by Netflix Animation. (Rated PG. 1 hr 38 min) The film will be viewed on a 120 inch projector screen in a darkened room with a sound system. Popcorn will be served. 10 a.m. Dallas Branch Library

July 1 Monday Movie Marathon – The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG)

A plumber named Mario travels through an underground labyrinth with his brother Luigi, trying to save a captured princess. Produced by Universal Pictures. (Rated PG. 1 hr 32 min) The film will be viewed on a 120 inch projector screen in a darkened room with a sound system. Popcorn will be served. 2 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

July 2 Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m.

Miller Branch Library

July 3, 2 PM Wonderful Wednesday: A Critter Adventure with the AGFC River Valley Nature Center

It’s a critter adventure at the library! Learn all about snakes with special guest Chad Lowe of the AGFC Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center. You won’t want to missssssssss it! 2 p.m. Main Library

July 4

All FSPL locations closed for Independence Day

July 6 Saturday Storytime – Windsor Branch Library

Windsor Branch Library, 4701 Windsor Drive, Fort Smith (479785-0405)

Saturday Storytime is held the first Saturday of the month at the Windsor Drive Branch Library. Join us for books, songs, movement, and more! 11 a.m.-noon.

July 8 Star Wars Storytime

It is never too early to introduce your little one to ewoks, droids and other galactic fun! Go to a special Star Wars themed storytime, complete with a craft and snacks! There will even be a special guest reader! 3 p.m. Miller Branch Library

July 8 LEGO Club

Kids, tweens, and teens are invited to build unique creations with LEGO Club! Everyone loves LEGOs. Supplies are provided. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Main Library

July 9, 10 AM Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

Miller Branch Library, 8701 South 28th Street, Fort Smith (479-6463945)

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m.

July 10 Wonderful Wednesday with CB to YOU Mobile Art Lab

The CB to YOU Mobile Art Lab is bringing an art adventure to the library! Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s partner artist will be at the library and participants will be creating their own art alongside the artist. The CB to You Mobile Art Lab is a traveling popup art experience energizing the power of community through art. 2 p.m. Main Library

July 11 Movie Matinee at the Library!

Fort Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith (479783-0229)

Come join us for this week’s family friendly movie on the big screen! Bring your snacks and covered drinks--or visit Dewey’s Café and pick up something to enjoy during the movie. It’s free and fun for everyone! 2 p.m.

July 13 Second Saturday Movie

Did you miss the Movie Matinee on Thursday? Watch a replay of this week’s family friendly movie. Take snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the movie. It’s free and fun for everyone! 11 a.m. Windsor Branch Library

July 15 Maker Monday: 3D Wooden Insect Craft

Exercise your creative talents and try your hand at making a 3D wooden insect. This fun craft is great for the entire family! Younger kids may require adult assistance in assembly. Participants will have the option of painting their craft, so parents should make sure that their kids are appropriately dressed for messiness. All materials provided. 2 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

July 16 Wiggle Worms Storytime

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m. Miller Branch Library

July 17 Wonderful Wednesday with Pawfficer Fuzz and Officer Shoptaw

Join Officer Robyn Shoptaw and Pawfficer Fuzz for an afternoon adventure! In addition to learning about the job of a police officer, children will have a chance to meet Pawfficer Fuzz, the cat who is a working member of the Fort Smith Police. It will be a purr-fect afternoon! 2 p.m. Main Library

July 18 Movie Matinee at the Library!

Come join us for this week’s family friendly movie on the big screen! Bring your snacks and covered drinks--or visit Dewey’s Café and pick up something to enjoy during the movie. 2 p.m. Main Library

July 18 Animology Adventures at the Library!

NHEC’s Animology, whose primary focus is on education through an appreciation for wildlife and healthy respect for their welfare and our natural world, is back by popular demand! Join Biologist Shawna Adams and learn about the animals and their natural world. You’ll have fun learning about science as well. You won’t want to miss this “wildlife” evening at the library! 6 p.m. Main Library

July 19 Pawfficer Fuzz Storytime

Meet the Fort Smith Police Department’s kitty, Pawfficer Fuzz and Officer Robyn Shoptaw at the Miller Branch for a storytime! We will be sharing a story, crafts, and cat snuggles! Children will also learn more about a police officer’s job. 10 and 11 a.m. Miller Branch Library

July 20 Game On!

Choose from team games, board games and video games and play for the fun of it. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Windsor Branch Library

July 22 TEA-Rex Storytime

Join Bibliosaurus the TEA-rex for a tea part! Listen to a story before enjoying cookies and “tea” (apple juice) and a craft. 2-3 p.m. Miller Branch Library

July 22 STEAM Team

A program for children ages 8-12 who have an interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The STEAM Team will have a chance to build fun stuff, be active, make art, and even make a mess! 3-6 p.m. Main Library

July 23 Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m. Miller Branch Library

July 24 Wonderful Wednesday: Acting Adventures with Young Actors Guild

It’s an acting adventure! Young Actors Guild is proud to present scenes and musical numbers from their spring and summer shows. They will dance and sing their way through favorite stories and songs, featuring students from Fort Smith and surrounding communities. 2 p.m. Main Library

July 25 Movie Matinee at the Library!

A family friendly movie on the big screen! Taking snacks and covered drinks is permitted, or visit Dewey’s Café in the library. 2 p.m. Main Library

July 29 Maker Monday: Painting Sea Shells

Use your imagination to transform a plain sea shell into a work of art! All ages are welcome. This is a messy craft, so parents should make sure that their children are dressed appropriately. All materials will be provided. 2 p.m. Dallas Branch Library

July 30 Wiggle Worms Storytime – Miller Branch Library

Miller Branch Library, 8701 South 28th Street, Fort Smith (479-6463945)

A love of reading starts early. Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Miller Branch Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old. There will be rhymes, songs, simple stories, and lots of interactive fun! The storytime will last around twenty minutes, with time for casual interaction following the program. 10 a.m. Miller Branch Library

July 31 Wonderful Wednesday: Builder’s Choice Edition

It’s the Builder’s Choice Edition! Use your choice of Legos, building blocks, and more. All materials are provided for this drop-in program – just apply your imagination! 2 p.m. Main Library

GIRLS INC.

1415 Old Greenwood Rd, Fort Smith girlsincfortsmith.org 479-782-0375

The Girls Inc. of Fort Smith

Nancy Orr Center, focus on the development of the whole girl. She learns to value herself, take risks, and discover and develop her inherent strengths. The combination of long-lasting mentoring relationships, a pro-girl environment, and researchbased programming equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers, and grow up healthy, educated, and independent.

June 1-July 26 Summer Day Program

The summer day program includes 8 weeks of supervised, diverse activities from arts, academics, activities and games, athletics, daily swimming and free play. Breakfast, lunch and snack provided. Two swim lesson weeks are offered as well ($50) Day Program Fee is $25 a week, membership required ($30 per year). Register now.

July 29-Aug. 2 Girls Inc. Summer Camp

A sleep-away camp for members who register is held at the end of the summer. Subsidized by local civic groups and donors to a low-cost fee, scholarships are also available.

LAKE FORT SMITH STATE PARK

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg 479-369-2469 arkansasstateparks.com/parks/lake-fort-smith-state-park

May 26 Let’s Go Birding! 10-10::30 a.m.

Stroll with a park interpreter to see many bird species from vultures to warblers. Binoculars are provided. Free.

May 26 2-2:30 p.m. Disney Animals

Join a park interpreter at the visitor center to discover some favorite Disney animals who live in the park. Free.

May 30 Guess that Mammal!

With a park interpreter, try to guess which mammal the furs, tracks, skulls and scat belong to and discover more about the furry creatures of Lake Fort Smith. Free.

May 30 Adventure in the Ozarks

Take a guided hike to explore an Ozark Mountain trail. Search for native Ozark plants, animals and acquatic creatures. Free.

June 8 8:30-11 a.m. Fishing Derby

Meet at the park marina for an all ages, free fishing weekend with no fishing license required. Kids and families can participate in the Fishing Derby, sponsored by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Take your own bait, tackle, and equipment. Free.

LEVITT AMP FREE CONCERT SERIES

May through June and August through September, entire families can enjoy free outdoor concerts on the Arkansas Riverfront. Provided by a grant from the Levitt Foundation, While enjoying a widely diverse selection of musical artists, families can take along kids, chairs, pets and picnic baskets to enjoy in the Riverfront Amphitheatre. Food vendors are available. 6-9 p.m. Harry E. Kelley Riverpark, 121 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith. 646downtown.com

May 9

Genine Latrice Perez with Mystique

May 16 B2Wins

These twin brothers from Brazil give a feel-good performance that is equal parts rock concert, dance party and vacation for the soul.

May 23 Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble

Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble play their own style of Zydeco, infused with old school R&B, Blues and Southern Soul.

May 30 Mariachi America

From classic mariachi songs to contemporary hits, Mariachi America brings a vibrant energy and soulful rhythm of mariachi music.

June 6 Kings & Associates

From Australia, this roots and blues group are now conquering America with soul and energy.

Aug. 30

Nadjah Nicole

Sept. 6

Eric Johanson

Sept. 13

LA 45 Sept. 20

Lola Kirke

Sept. 27

Larry & Joe

FORT SMITH MUSEUM OF HISTORY

320 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith 479-783-7841

Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday

Thursdays in June

Helpers in History Story Time A related story and program will be held every Thursday, focusing on historic helpers who are still working today, such as the Fort Smith Fire Department and Fort Smith Police Department (meet its mascot kitty, Officer Paws). Each story is followed by an activity or speaker, which may include a U.S. Marshal or nuns and nurses, recalling the earliest Mercy Hospital to today. 10-11:30 a.m. Thursdays

Museum Visits

Any day is fun and educational for youngsters who visit the Fort Smith Museum of History. There are many hands-on opportunities such as “ciphering” on a chalk slate in the Victorian-era replica classroom, rowing a keelboat modeled after the boats on which the first military men arrived and banging the gavel in the Judge Isaac C. Parker courtroom exhibit. Families can purchase a sweet old-fashioned treat in the museum’s real soda fountain.

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CREEKMORE PARK POOL SCHEDULE

Even while construction of new bathhouse facilities proceeds at the Creekmore Park Pool, the outdoor pool will be open this summer for only two weeks less than normal.

June 1-July 20 Creekmore Pool

Tuesday-Saturday Noon-5:30 p.m $2 for ages 17 and under; $3 for adults 18 and older.

Splash Pads

Open Memorial Day through September 30.

8 a.m.-8 p.m. Free.

Splash Pad Locations

• Downtown Compass Park

Splash Pad

100 North A Street

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Park Splash Pad

1815 North Greenwood Ave.

• Tilles Park Splash Pad 3700 Grand Avenue

• Woodlawn Park Splash Pad 2006 N. 6th Street

Movies in the Park

Films begin at dusk. Free.

June 7 Elemental

Creekmore Park

June 14 Wish

Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

June 21

Turning Red Tilles Park

June 28

Super Mario Brothers Creekmore Park

July 12

Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Tilles Park

July 19 Trolls Band Together

Creekmore Park

Pop-Up Play Days

10 a.m.-noon. Free.

June 13 Giant Slip n’ Slide

Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

June 27

Water Blaster Tie-Dye Creekmore Park

July 11

Ninja Warrior Course Creekmore Park

PARKS WITH PLAYGROUNDS & ATTRACTIONS Creekmore Park

3301 South M Street

• Miniature Train

• Pool

• Inclusive Playgrounds

• Putt-Putt Course

• Trails

Carol Ann Cross Park

1601 South 74th Street

• Playground

• Fishing Pier

• Walking Trails

Tilles Park

3700 Grand Avenue

• Playgroud

• Splash Pad

• Trails

• Disc Gold Course

• Picnic Sites

Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

1815 N. Greenwood Avenue

• Playgrounds

• Splash Pad

• Skating Zone

• Basketball

• Softball field

• Soccer Fields

• Trails

• Picnic Sites

Woodlawn Park

• Playground

• Splash Pad

• Basketball Courts

Imani Park

1301 Fianna Way, Fort Smith • Playground

Harley A. Wilson Park

801 North 8th Street

• Basketball Courts

• Inclusive Playground

• Picnic Sites

John Bell Jr. Park

1701 Spradling Avenue off Riverfront Drive

• Inclusive Playground

• Shaded play areas

• Soccer Fields

Riley Farm Park

11598 Maple Park, Fort Smith

• Playground

• Trails

Spradling Park

2722 Spradling Avenue

• Basketball

• Picnic Sites

• Playground

Stagecoach Park

• Basketball Courts

• Playground

FORT SMITH REGIONAL ART MUSEUM

1601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith 479-784-2787 fsram.org

RAM Summer Art Camps July 9-12

Noon-3 p.m., supplies and snacks provided

Animal Adventure Art Camp Ages 5-7

Campers explore a variety of mediums from air dry clay animal habitats to stick puppet pets. Register online. $25.

July 16-19 Puppet Party Art Camp Ages 8-11

Noon-4 p.m.; supplies and snacks provided

Bring stories to life through the art of paper puppetry. Campers will journey through various puppetmaking techniques, from simple finger puppets to creating their own cardboard theater! Each day promises a blend of hands-on crafting and storytelling. Register online.$25.

July 23-26 Diorama Art Camp Ages 12+

Noon-4 p.m. Supplies and snacks provided

Students will create miniature worlds, teaching them the art of storytelling through the creation of their own dioramas. They’ll learn how to sketch their ideas, select the perfect scale, and craft detailed elements to populate their scenes. Register online. $25.

All Summer RAM Saturdays

Noon-3 p.m.

Kids or entire families enjoy new make-and-take art projects each week. Currently, the classes are focusing on fun projects while exploring crafts through the decades. All art supplies provided. All ages and skill levels welcome. No registration required. Free.

RIVER VALLEY NATURE CENTER 8300 Wells Lake Road Fort Smith

Every day, the River Valley Nature Center offers hiking on four miles of beautiful, safe trails rich in bird and wildlife watching. Woods, open spaces and lake views open up along the way. Inside the center, see live animals and other nature exhibits, including feeding times and ranger-led education. Learn about local ecosystems and wildlife frequently seen, including deer, more than 140 bird species, woodland mammals and aquatic creatures such as fish, turtles and snakes. On Wells Lake, there are scheduled opportunities to borrow fishing gear or paddle the center’s kayaks and canoes (with life jackets.) Archery equipment and instruction are available. Take your own gear and bait or bait is for sale in the center to fish for largemouth bass, rainbow trout, catfish, sunfish, bluegill and more. Activities are offered for all ages that teach us to value, understand and enjoy our natural state’s beauty and resources. Admission is free.

June 3 Grand Slam -Fishing for Catfish

8-9 a.m.

Anglers working to complete a Grand Slam competition can set their hooks for catfish in Wells Lake. Open to all ages. Youth 10 and under must be accompanied by a participating adult. Registration is not required. Free.

June 8 Pradco Fishing Day

10 a.m.-noon

Anglers of all ages and abilities have fun at a fishing derby on Wells Lake sponsored by PRADCO Outdoor Brands. Fishing experts will be on-site and demonstrations will be given every hour. Free giveaways will be available. Take your own gear. A limited amount of equipment may be available. Children must be accompanied by adults. Free.

June 19 Kiddy Kamp - B is for Bear

9-10:30 a.m.

A mini day camp for ages 4-6 and their parent/adult. Several fun activities planned just for their ages, ability, and energy! Register in by phone. 501-710-6285 agfc.com/things-to-do/naturecenters/fort-smith

June 20 Grand Slam - Fishing for Bream

8-9 a.m.

Meet at the Pradco Fishing Pavilion at Wells Lake to attempt to catch a bream for the AGFC Grand Slam competition. Take your own equipment or there are limited supplies provided. Open to all ages. Youth 10 and under must be accompanied by a participating adult. Registration is not required.

June 27 Grand Slam - Fishing for Bass

Meet at the Pradco Fishing Pavilion to attempt to get your bass for the AGFC Grand Slam competition. Bring your own equipment or we will have limited supplies for you to use. Open to all ages. Youth 10 and under must be accompanied by a participating adult. Registration is not required.

July 6 BB Guns

1-2 p.m.

Looking to practice your BB Gun skills before the Marksmanship Challenge? Come shoot BB Guns with us. All gear will be provided. Registration is not required.

July 10 Summer Youth Art Workshops

Ages 6-9

9-11 a.m.

Plein Air & Colored Pencils are the focus. Registration by phone is required in advance. Free. 501-710-6285

July 10 Summer Youth Art Workshops

Ages 10-13

1-3 p.m.

Plein Air & Colored Pencils are the focus. Registration by phone is required in advance. Free. 501-710-6285

July 17 Kiddy Kamp - S is for Skunk Ages 4-6

A mini day camp offers fun, agetargeted activities. A responsible parent/adult is required to stay on the premises Advance registration is required by phone. Free. 501-710-6285

Aug. 7 D is for Deer Ages 4-6

Parents/adults must participate with kids in this nature program designed for their age and abilities. Advance registration is required by phone. Free. 501-710-6285

FORT SMITH TROLLEY MUSEUM

100 South 4th Street Fort Smith

Ride a real electric streetcar through downtown Fort Smith and tour the rolling rail stock at the Fort Smith Trolley Museum. It’s a step back in time when the city had a robust public transportation system based on trolley tracks. Board the trolley at the Fort Smith Museum of History or at the Trolley Museum a few blocks away, where kids can see a locomotive and several kinds of railcars. Ride the retired streetcars past many historic locations such as the Fort Smith National Cemetery and National Historic Site. $4 Adult; $2 per child. Tokens can be purchased from the trolley operator or at the Trolley Museum. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Streetcar Operator can be reached at 479-719-7500 during operating hours.

US MARSHALS MUSEUM

789 Riverfront Drive Fort Smith

9 a.m.-5 p.m. Daily 479-242-1789 usmmuseum.org

June 10-14 and July 8-12 US Marshals Museum Summer Camps

K-2nd grade 9:30-11:30 a.m. 3-5th grade 1-3:30 p.m. A week-long adventure where campers will mater frontier skills anon craft stories. Delve into crime

scene investigations, explore Native American arts and the art of escape. Each day offers exciting hands-on activities and immersive learning experiences for campers of all interests. $30 per day minicamp or $125 for the entire week.

Jr. Marshal Program

Any young visitor to the US Marshals Museum can pick up a Jr. Marshal booklet from the front desk to fill out as they go through the galleries. When they have filled out the guide and “signed” their oath, they can turn in the booklet to receive an official Jr. Marshal badge lapel pin. Admission: Adults, $15; Senior, $13. Age 6-17, $8. Under age 6, free. College Student with ID: $8 Military/Law Enforcement Veterans, $10. Current Military/Law Enforcement With ID, free.

U.S. Marshals Service, free.

PARROT ISLAND WATERPARK

Parrot Island has four exciting water slides, a kids pool, small tykes aquatic play area, relaxing lazy river and challenging wave pool and surf rider attraction. Season or day passes available. At Ben Geren Regional Park, 7300 S. Zero Street, Fort Smith. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. most days, with frequent “Dark Waters” night sessions in June and July. Complete schedule at parrotislandwaterpark.com

ALMA AQUATIC PARK

Offering 6 slides, a diving board, a climbing wall, and a large swimming pool, wading pool. a “beach” pool, the Alma Aquatic Park also has picnic areas, playgrounds and walking trails. 731 City Par Road, Alma.

WESTERN ARKANSAS BALLET

4701 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith 479-785-0152 waballet.org

June 2—7 Lorraine Cranford Summer Dance Workshop Ages 12 & Up

Lorraine Cranford Summer Dance Workshop (LCSDW) features daily classes and rehearsals in ballet, pointe, jazz/musical theatre, and

classical partnering with guest instructors, personalized attention, and studio performance. $75 deposit. $500 by May 15; $525 after. $525 total after May 15.

Summer Dance Camps

Each day of camp features a dance class and studies explorations of music, dance history, nutrition, creative expression, mime, dance vocabulary and dance demonstration. Registration required; tuition varies.

June 10—14

Nutcracker Camp Ages 4—5 10 a.m.-noon

June 10—14

Coppélia Camp Ages 6—7 1-3 p.m.

June 17—20

Cinderella Camp Ages 8—9 10 a.m.—1 p.m.

June 17—21 Elevé Dance Workshop Ages 10-15

9:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

This camp expand students’ dance knowledge and abilities in ballet and jazz. Each day we will include an extended technique class and a supplementary lesson to help improve all aspects. There will be a stage makeup class, hair class, vocabulary lesson and a fun ballet jeopardy game on the last day. Dancers learn pieces of choreography from The Nutcracker and other ballets performed at WAB with a showing on the last day. This camp is a fun way for your dancer to see what is coming next in their dance training.

GREENWOOD

SCOTT-SEBASTIAN REGIONAL LIBRARY

May 28-July 19s Summer Reading Program Begins at the 5 Libraries

Each library also offers storytimes and activities keyed to age group from infants to senior high, including reading clubs, gaming, crafting, cooking, STEM and more.

Scott-Sebastian Regional Library Headquarters

18 N. Adair Street, Greenwood 479-996-2856

Open Monday-Friday

Scott County Library

141 W. 2nd Street Waldron 479-637-3516 Open Tuesday-Friday

Lavaca Public Library

100 S. Davis

Lavaca 479-674-4355

Open Tuesday and Thursday

Mansfield Public Library

200 N. Sebascott Avenue Mansfield 479-269-2037

Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Hartford Public Library

109 S. Broadway Street Hartford 479-639-2219

Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

CRAWFORD COUNTY

ARTS ON MAIN

Adventure Awaits 5-Day Free Art Camps

Instructors from Arts on Main of Van Buren will teach at 5-day camps held at Crawford County Libraries. Each day will focus on art concepts from a different country, in this order: The Netherlands, Japan, North America, India and Australia. Register May 1 at your library.

June 10-14

Van Buren Public Library 9 a.m.-noon or

1-4 p.m.

June 17-20

Alma Public Library 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.

June 24-28

Cedarville Public Library 9 s.m.-4 p.m.

July 8-12

Arts On Main, Van Buren

9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.

July 15-19

Mountainburg Public Library

1-4 p.m.

July 15-19

Mulberry Public Library

9 a.m.-noon

CRAWFORD COUNTY LIBRARIES

Alma Public Library

624 Fayetteville Avenue, Alma

June 17, 18, 20,21

Arts on Main Art Camp by registration only - register online. 1st session 9 am-noon; 2nd Session 1-4 p.m.

June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Storytime & Kraftivity

10:30 a.m.

June 3, 10, 24

Free Stringed Instrument Lessons

3 p.m.

June 4, 11, 25

Teen Time

3:30 p.m.

June 6, 13

Storytime

10:30 a.m.

June 6, 13, 27

Kids Craft

4 p.m.

June 7, 14, 28

Baby & Me Storytime

10:30 a.m.

June 7

Karaoke

4 p.m.

June 8

Spring Swing Fling at the Shed

2 p.m.

June 14, July 12

Jewelry Making

Kids 10 & under must attend with adult.]4 p.m.

June 17, 18, 20, 21

Arts on Main Art Camp

Registration required June 19 Closed for Juneteenth

June 24

Super Junior Book Brigade

4 p.m.

June 27

Amazeum Program

10:30 a.m.

June 28

Bingo for Books

4 p.m.

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Free Stringed Instrument Lessons

3 p.m.

July 2, 9, 16, 23

Teen Time

3:30 p.m.

July 4 Closed for Independence Day

July 5, 12, 19, 26

Baby & Me Storytime

10:30 a.m.

July 5

Karaoke

4 p.m.

July 6, 13, 18, 25

Storytime & Kraftivity

10:30 a.m.

July 11

Amazeum Program

10:30 a.m.

July 11, 18, 25

Kids Craft

4 p.m.

July 17

Homeschool Hangout

1 p.m.

July 19

Candle Making (Ages 10 & under need adult along.

4 p.m.

July 20

Arkansas Air & Military Museum Program

10:30 a.m.

July 26

Bingo for Books

4 p.m.

July 27

Turpentine Creek Program

Meet live animals of Turpentine Creek.

CEDARVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

737 Pirates Way, Cedarville, Ar 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. MondayFriday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday 479-410-1853

June 4

Arkansas Game & Fish Survival Program

1 p.m.

June 5

Baby & Me Storytime

10:30 a.m.

June 6

Summer Reading Program

Adventures in Nature 10:30 a.m.

July 11

Amazeum Program - Build an Amusement Park

1 p.m.

June 13

Amusement Parks

10:30 a.m.

June 18

Smokey the Bear

1 p.m.

June 20

Adventure on the Sea

10:30 a.m.

June 24-28

Arts on Main Art Camp

9 a.m.-noon

June 27

Road Trip

1 p.m.

MOUNTAINBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY

June 1

Summer Reading Kick-off Party

1-2 p.m.

June 3, 10, 17, 24

Monday Movie Days

1 p.m.

June 4

Phillipines Adventure with Craft and dessert

3 p.m.

June 6, 13, 20, 27

Story Time with themes of travel, science, Smokey Bear and Farm

10 a.m.

June 7

Around the World Taste Test

3 p.m.

June 7

Spring String Fling

2-4 p.m.

June 11

Mr. Jeff Science

3 p.m.

June 12

Bubblepalooza!

3 p.m.

June 15

Amazeum “Let’s Go Exploring”

3 p.m.

June 15, 22, 29

Story Time

Camping, sciennce, farms themes 11 a.m.

June 18

Snakes, Turtles & Alligators

3 p.m.

June 25

Barnyard Buddies Petting Zoo & Pony Rides

1 p.m.

June 28

Ice Cream in a Bag

3 p.m.

July 1, 8, 22, 29

Monday Movies

1 p.m.

July 2, 18, 25

Story Time

10 a.m.

July 2, 13, 20,

Momadpop Concert

3 p.m.

July 3

Under the Sea Magic Paper Craft

3 p.m.

July 5

Scuba Show & Tell

3 p.m.

July 6, 13, 20

Story Time

11 a.m.

July 9

Roller Coaster Build

3 p.m.

July 10

Slingshot Car STEM Activity

3 p.m.

July 11

Amazeum Amusement Park Adventure

3 p.m.

July 12

Melvin the Clown

10 a.m.

July 15-19

Arts on Main Art Camp

1-4 p.m.

July 23

Music Camp with Karen Brannon

2 p.m.

July 24

Paper Airplane Contest

3 p.m.

July 26

Arkansas Air Museum & Military Museum

3 p.m.

July 27

End of Summer Ice Cream Social

10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

July 30

Alma Aquatic Park

7-9 p.m.

July 31

Free Play Board Games

3:30-6:15 p.m.

RALPH D. GRAPH PUBLIC LIBRARY

200 North Main Street, Mulberry

June 3

Home School Group

11 a.m.

June 3, 10, 17

D&D

3 p.m.

June 4, 11, 18

Stringed Instruments Lessons

3-5 p.m.

June 6, 13, 20

Story Time

10 a.m.

June 7

Summer Reading Kick-off Party

10 a.m.-2

June 11

Amazeum Program

June 12

Karaoke

2 p.m.

June 14, 21,

Movie & Popcorn

1 p.m.

June 24-28

Music Camp

Register now. 9 a.m.-noon

July 1, 8, 15, 29

D&D

3 p.m.

July 1

Home School Group

11 a.m.

July 2, 9, 16, 30

Stringed Instruments Lessons

3-5 p.m.

July 5, 12, 19

Movies & Popcorn

1 p.m.

July 10

Ice Cream Social

2 p.m.

July 11

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Program

10:30 a.m.

July 17

Karaoke

3:30 p.m.

July 18

Arkansas Air & Military Museum Program

10 a.m.

July 22-26

Arts on Main Art Camp

9 a.m.-noon Register now.

July 30

End of Summer Reading Party

VAN BUREN PUBLIC LIBRARY

1409 Main Street, Van Buren 474-6045

May 31 Summer Reading Kick-Off Party 5:30-7:30 p.m.

June 3, 17, 24 Teen Time 11 a.m.

June 3, 17, 24 Movie Matinee 1:30 p.m.

June 4, 11, 18, 25 Baby & Me Storytime 10:30 a.m.

June 5, 12, 26 Storytime 10:30 a.m.

June 6 Campfire Adventure Family Fun 1:30 p.m.

June 9-14 Arts on Main Art Camp Session 1 9 a.m. to noon Session 2 1-4 p.m. Register now.

June 20 Family Fun Petting Zoo 1:30 p.m.

June 21 Tommy Terrific Magic Show 1:30 p.m.

June 27 Amazeum - Let’s Go Exploring Program 1:30 p.m.

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Teen Time 11 a.m.

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Movie Matinee 1:30 p.m.

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Baby & Me Storytime 10:30 a.m.

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Storytime 10:30 a.m.

July 11 Family Fun: Scuba Diver Visit 1:30 p.m.

July 18 Amazeum Amusement Park

Program 1:30 p.m.

July 19 Bingo 4 Books 10:30 a.m.

July 25 Princess & Pirate Party 1:30 p.m.

Aug 1

Family Fun Minute to Win it Game 1:30 p.m.

VAN BUREN June 1 Arts on Main

Arts On Main provides a variety of art experiences for families during the summer season. The program caters to children aged 3-15 and features interactive STREAM workshops (incorporating science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and math), kids cooking camp, pottery and ceramics, Saturday art sessions, children’s theater performances, and off-campus art camps to keep children creatively engaged throughout the summer. Registration is required. The summer catalog of classes will soon be available online. Daily, all kids may visit Creative U Studio, available year-round for drop-in. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, and Wednesday-Saturday. Arts on Main, 415 Main Street, Van Buren. 479-474-7767

May 30-June 2 The Neverending Story

Young Actors Guild presents an epic journey through one boy’s imagination. Fantastica, a land of stories, is in danger; The Nothing engulfs everything in its path. The Childlike Empress chooses an unlikely hero, Atreyu, a boy of Bastian’s age, to go on a quest to save their world. At the climax of the story, it is Bastian’s belief in a story which takes the audience to the surprising and emotional conclusion. 7 p.m. May 30-31. 2 p.m. June 1-2. $12 kids; $15 adults available online. King Opera House, 427 Main Street, Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-7767 kingoperahouse.com.

June 3-28 and July 8-Aug. 2 Van Buren Boys & Girls Club

The summer program is for children aged 6-18 to participate five days a week in nationallyrecognized BGC Clubs Programs with something available for all ages. Eight unique program areas including Learning Centers, Games Rooms, Art Rooms, STEM Labs, & A Full Size Gymnasium. All members receive breakfast and/or lunch/evening meals and a snack. Costs are $100 for eight weeks. Grants are available for TANF families and those with guardians who serve in the military. Register now. Open 7:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Boys & Girls Club of Van Buren, 1403 City Park Road, Van Buren. 479-474-9401 vbclub. org

Cedarville Boys & Girls Clubs

The summer program is for children aged 6-18 to participate five days a week in nationallyrecognized BGC Clubs Programs with something available for all ages. All members receive breakfast and/or lunch/evening meals and a snack. Costs are $100 for eight weeks. Grants are available for TANF families and those with guardians who serve in the military. Register now. Open 7:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Member may attend Van Buren Boys & Girls Club on Fridays. Cedarville Club, 9500 Pirates Point, Cedarville. 479-474-9401 vbclub.org

OZARK ARKANSAS RIVER VALLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM

Ozark Branch

407 West Market Street Ozark 479-667-2724

Summer Reading Program Adventure Begins At Your Library

Sign up to read books and win prizes. The library has special programs in June and July. arvrls.com

June 3

Institute of Jugglology

3:30 p.m.

June 6

Smokey The Bear 2 p.m.

June 10

Little Rock Zoo 1 p.m.

June 13

The Amazeum: Amusement Park Adventure

10 a.m.

June 17

Aaron Acosta Magic 11 a.m.

June 20

The Amezeum: Let’s Go Exploring 10 a.m.

June 24

Arkansas Game and Fish 1 p.m.

June 27

The Amazeum: Needle Felting Storyboard

1 p.m.

OZARK COMMUNITY CENTER

The summer program at the Ozark Community Center is centered on recreation, wellness and community events. Its aquatics center offers recreational swimming for the whole family plus swim lessons. Indoor walking is available along with basketball gym. Low membership packages are available for individuals and families. Ozark Community Center, 601 N 29th Street, Ozark. 479-667-0864 Facebook/Ozark Community Center