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.

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.

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. For more info contact Carla Kara, Lisa Spears, Hope Duke or Laura Comer.

Gentry First Assembly VBS

Gentry First Assembly is having Vacation Bible School on Wednesday, July 24, through Friday, July 26, and Monday, July 29, through Wednesday, July 31. The theme is “You’ve Got a Friend in Me!” This is for ages 3-12, and it will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. each day. There will be free pizza for the participants each night. The church is located at 821 East Main Street in Gentry, just east of the Dollar General. The church’s phone number is 479-736-8415.

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. Adult activities are held on Tuesdays through Aug. 6, at 7 p.m.

A Spoonful Potluck fundraiser

The Billy V. Hall Senior Activity Center will be hosting a potluck dinner fundraiser Tuesday, July 30, at 5:30 p.m. The Senior Center staff will provide the meat and asks that everyone bring a side dish or dessert. There will be a jar placed beside each dish and for each spoonful you take, you drop a quarter in the jar. The Center is located at 1870 Limekiln Road in Gravette. Come join the fun, eat some good food and support the Meals on Wheels program that serves homebound seniors in the Gravette, Decatur, Sulphur Springs, Hiwasse and Maysville areas.

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 479-7362054 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-, second- and thirdplace awards will be given in several classes, along with a Kid’s 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

Signups 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.

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