Thursday, February 28, 2008

CALENDAR OF EVENTS FEB 28-MAR 5, 2008

Notes of Interest

-THE Auditorium will make rack card space available in its office for businesses interested in displaying their information. Call 253-7788. Also, Friends of THE Aud fundraiser hoodies and long sleeve shirts are now available.

-St. Patrick's Day Parade entry forms are available online at www.parade.ureeka.org This year's parade will roll on Saturday March 15th at 2:00 pm. Call 981-9551 for additional information.

-Public tours will be offered at Castle Rogue's Manor. For reservations and additional info, visit www.castleroguesmanor.com or call 253-4060.

-Spring Break dates: Arkansas March 17/28. Texas March 10-18. Louisiana March 31-April 18. Oklahoma March 17-28. Tennessee March 17-28. Missouri March 17-28.

-EVERY SUNDAY 5:00 pm: Open Door community dinner in the undercroft at Saint James Church on Prospect St. No preachin' just a good, hot meal. All are welcome. Free or donation.

-Every Monday at 6:30 pm: Metaphysical Society of Arkansas meets at 68 W. Mountain St.

-Every Wednesday at 9:30 am, Bellyogachi classes at Fire Om Earth Studios. Also on Monday beginning at 5:00 pm. 363-9402.

-Every Thursday is Local's Appreciation Night at the Grand Taverne in the Grand Central Hotel.

-Monday and Thursday beginning at 6:00 pm, Yoga with Jack in The Space, across the street from the post office. Also Monday at 3:00 pm at Holiday Island. Please call 870-480-9148 for additional information.



SEASON OPENINGS: (Not listed? -Just send me your info! Karen@eurekasprings.org)

-Keels Creek open now!

-Turpentine Creek open now!

-Cosmic Caverns open now!

-Caribe open now! New menu, new management.

-Bubba's February 29.

-Yesteryears Antique Mall March 1.

-Pine Mountain Jamboree and Ozark Mountain Hoedown March 7

-War Eagle Cavern on Beaver Lake March 15.

-Ermilio's Friday March 21.

-The Cottage Inn February 28.

-Belle of the Ozarks May 1.

-Trolley service returns to full schedule May 1.

-Great Passion Play May 2. (Please note this is a new start time)

-Eureka Sunday Market May 11.



THURSDAY:



-Ladies Night at Michael's Center Street Pub.

-Ladies Night at the Rowdy Beaver and Shawbee's.

-Free pool at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

-Karaoke at Jack's Place.



FRIDAY:

-6:00 pm: Arkansas Red performs at the Grand Central Hotel.

-6:30 pm: Local music at the New Delhi Café.

-7:00 pm: Secret Season Cinema in the Annex of the Public Library. Tonight's film is "After the Wedding." This film is subtitled and for mature audiences. Call 253-8754 for additional information.

-Chris Duarte performs at the Tiki Torch.

-Karaoke at Shawbee's, The Rowdy Beaver, Henri's and Jack's Place.

-Music and dancing at Eureka Live.

-Washboard Leo Thomas and Blind Boy White perform at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.

-Country music at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

SATURDAY:



-6:30 pm: Local music at the New Delhi Café.

-Chris Duarte performs at the Tiki Torch.

-Karaoke at Henri's, Jack's Place and Shawbee's.

-The Flipoff Pirates perform at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.

-Music and dancing at Eureka Live.

-Anything Can Happen at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.



SUNDAY:

-10:00 am: Brunch offered at Local Flavor 253-9522, Myrtie Mae's 253-9768, Café Soleil 253-2345, Crystal Dining Room 253-9766, Forest Hill 253-2422, Mud Street Café 253-6732, The Gazebo 253-9551.

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-6:00 pm: Johny Drama Project performs at Chelsea's Pub and Café.

-6:30 pm: Cottage Inn Wine Dinner. Reservations required. 253-5282. See menu here: www.cottageinneurekaspgs.com



MONDAY:

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-Ladies Night at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.

-Free pool at Shawbee's.



TUESDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Rowdy Beaver and the Lumberyard.

-Guys Night Out at Shawbee's.

-Local's Night in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-Open Mic at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.



WEDNESDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Rowdy Beaver.

-6:30 pm: Open Jam at the New Delhi Café.

-7:00 pm: Eureka House Concert at the Unitarian Church. Tonight's performers are Cosy Sheridan and TR Richie. $12.00 per person at the door.

-Guitar Hero game night at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

-"Meet the Locals" night at Eureka Live.



LOOKING AHEAD:

-Mar 7-9: Little Portion Retreat.

-Mar 7: Subway spokesman, "Jared" comes to Eureka Springs.

-Mar 8: Victorian Classic.

-Mar 8: Super Soup.

-Mar 9: Beer can collectors show.

-Mar 9: Arkansas Governor's Conference on Tourism in Rogers

-Mar 13: Community Orchestra concert.

-Mar 14-15: Married Couples Retreat.

-Mar 14-16: Spring Antiques Show and Sale.

-Mar 14-17: St. Patrick's Weekend at the Pied Piper Pub.

-Mar 15: St. Patrick's Day Parade.

-Mar 17: St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl.

-Mar 22: Kite Festival.

-Mar 23: Easter Sunday.

-Mar 23: Easter Sunrise Service.

-Mar 23: Easter Egg Hunt.

-Mar 28: Carolyn Wonderland concert.

Monday, February 25, 2008

Kinky Friedman You Can Lead a Politician to Water But You Can’t Make Him Think!

Kinky Friedman

Saturday, May 10th, 2008

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Political Satirist/Musician
Outrageous, irreverent, and thought-provoking, Friedman is a larger-than–life humorist and political satirist who takes on culture, political posturing, and the state of our nation with his own firebrand wit and wisdom. A former independent candidate for Texas Governor, he has a truly unique viewpoint on the folks and issues of our nation and political spectrum.

When: May 10th, 8pm
Where: The City Auditorium
Title of Program: You Can Lead a Politician to Water But You Can’t Make Him Think. (the title of his latest book.)
A reception and Book signing to follow, in the Gem.
Tickets: $40 (includes all service charges)
For information call 888/855-7823 or 479/253-2586.

www.kinkyfriedman.com
www.eurekasprings.org
www.theaud.org

Thursday, February 14, 2008

CALENDAR OF EVENTS FEBRUARY 14-20, 2008

Notes of Interest:

-The Cottage Inn reopens for the season serving dinner Thursday-Sunday beginning Thursday February 28.

-THE Auditorium will make rack card space available in its office for businesses interested in displaying their information. Call 253-7788.

-The 4th Annual Carving in the Ozarks chainsaw carving festival is accepting applications from charities and organizations for funding. Applications can be picked up at Sleepy's Log Furniture. Call 244-5010 for additional information.

-Caribe Restaurant is open under new management. Lunch and dinner, carry out available. 253-8102.

-Ermilio's will be serving Thursday, Friday and Saturday before closing for winter break. They will reopen on Friday March 21. 253-8806.

-St. Patrick's Day Parade entry forms are available online at www.parade.ureeka.org This year's parade will roll on Saturday March 15th at 2:00 pm. Call 981-9551 for additional information.

-Public tours will be offered at Castle Rogue's Manor. For reservations and additional info, visit www.castleroguesmanor.com or call 253-4060.

-Please remind visitors and guests that Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge winter hours are 9am – 5pm Daily Habitat Tours hourly from 11 until 3. 4:00 feeding time is also available for the public. 253-5841.

-EVERY SUNDAY 5:00 pm: Open Door community dinner in the undercroft at Saint James Church on Prospect St. No preachin' just a good, hot meal. All are welcome. Free or donation.

-Every Monday at 6:30 pm: Metaphysical Society of Arkansas meets at 68 W. Mountain St.

-Every Wednesday at 9:30 am, Bellyogachi classes at Fire Om Earth Studios. Also on Monday beginning at 5:00 pm. 363-9402.

-Every Thursday is Local's Appreciation Night at the Grand Taverne in the Grand Central Hotel.

-Monday and Thursday beginning at 6:00 pm, Yoga with Jack in The Space, across the street from the post office. Also Monday at 3:00 pm at Holiday Island. Please call 870-480-9148 for additional information.

THURSDAY:

-2:00-6:00 pm: Open House at the Rosalie Tour Home. New owners Lori and Charles "Rags" Ragsdell invite you to stop by and say hello and see what they've done to the house.

-Special events for Valentine's Day:

-"Hearts of Fire" Prom night at Chelsea's. Candlelight dinner in the café, dancing to the 80's. Reservations requested. 253-8231.

-Valentine Special for Couples at Eureka Live. 253-7020.

-Special menu for lover's at Katherine's Café Amore. Reservations. 253-7192.

-Special dinner for two at The Rowdy Beaver. Reservations. 253-8544.

-Simply Elegant Valentine at Keels Creek Gallery and Winery. Reservations. 253-9463.

-Special Valentine Menu at Gaskins Cabin. Reservations. 253-5466.

-Chocolate specials at Sparky's Roadhouse Café.

-Special menu at Café Soleil. Reservations. 253-2345.

-Valentine Special Fajitas for Two at Café Santa Fe. 253-9617.

(These are the businesses that have provided their information to us.)

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-7:00 pm: Jerry Runnersmith performs in the tavern at the Rowdy Beaver.

-8:00 pm: Opal Fly and ..:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Melissa Carper perform in the Cathouse Lounge at the Pied Piper Pub.

-Karaoke at Jack's Place.

-Ladies night at Shawbee's.

FRIDAY:

-Valentine Diversity Weekend begins today.

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-6:00 pm: Arkansas Red performs at the Grand Central Hotel.

-6:30 pm: Opal Fly, Warren Byrom and Ron Sumner perform at the New Delhi Café.

-7:00 pm: DJ and karaoke at the Rowdy Beaver.

-7:00 pm: Secret Season Cinema in the Annex, next door to the Library. Tonight's film is "Dreams of Dust." Call 253-8754 for information.

-8:00 pm: Luna Tart performs in the Cathouse Lounge at the Pied Piper Pub.

-Valentine's dance at Eureka Live.

-The Matt Smith Trio performs at Chelsea's Pub and Café.

-Karaoke at Shawbee's, Henri's and Jack's Place.

-Country music at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

SATURDAY:

-Valentine Diversity Weekend continues.

-9:00 am: 4th Annual Chocolate Lover's Festival in the Convention Center at Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. Sponsored by and benefiting Clear Spring School.

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-6:30 pm: Austin Duo performs at the New Delhi Café.

-7:30 pm: Runnin' on Empty performs at the Rowdy Beaver. $5.00 cover.

-8:00 pm: John de la Hoya performs at Michael's Center Street Pub.

-8:00 pm: Luna Tart performs in the Cathouse Lounge at the Pied Piper Pub.

-Karaoke at Jack's Place, Henri's and Shawbee's.

-Rachel Fields performs at Chelsea's Pub and Café.

-Hunkr' Down at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

-Valentine's dance at Eureka Live.

SUNDAY:

-Valentine Diversity Weekend continues.

-10:00 am: Brunch offered at Local Flavor 253-9522, Myrtie Mae's 253-9768, Café Soleil 253-2345, Crystal Dining Room 253-9766.

-11:00 am: Catherine Reed performs in the Crystal Dining Room.

-11:15: Seating begins for special Valentine's Brunch at Forest Hill Restaurant. Reservations encouraged 253-2422.

-6:00 pm: Greg Klyma and Tom Bianca perform at Chelsea's Pub and Café.

MONDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill and the Rowdy Beaver.

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-Ladies night at Chelsea's Pub and Café.

-9:00 pm: Free pool at Shawbee's.

TUESDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Rowdy Beaver and the Lumberyard.

-Guys Night Out at Shawbee's.

-Local's Night in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-Open Mic at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.

WEDNESDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Rowdy Beaver.

-6:30 pm: Open Jam at the New Delhi Café.

-Guitar Hero game night at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

LOOKING AHEAD:

-Feb 21: POETluck at the Writer's Colony at Dairy Hollow. 253-7444.

-Feb 22: 2nd Annual Romancing the Springs Wedding Show.

-Feb 29-Mar 1: Chris Duarte Group performs at the Tiki Torch Club.

-Mar 2: Cottage Inn Wine Dinner.

-Mar 7: Pine Mountain Jamboree and Ozark Mountain Hoedown opening night for 2008 season.

-Mar 7-9: Little Portion Retreat.

-Mar 8: Victorian Classic.

-Mar 8: Super Soup.

-Mar 9: Beer can collectors show.

-Mar 14-15: Married Couples Retreat.

-Mar 14-16: Spring Antiques Show and Sale.

-Mar 15: St. Patrick's Day Parade

Thursday, February 7, 2008

CALENDAR OF EVENTS FEBRUARY 7-13, 2007

Registration is open for the 2008 Summer Art Workshops at Eureka Springs School of the Arts (ESSA) Call 253-5384 for info.

-Business After Hours TODAY!!: Bear Mountain Log Cabins www.bearmountainlogcabins.com 15290 High 62 W - 5 miles West of Eureka Springs. 5:30-7:00 pm. BBQ with all the trimmings. Call the Chamber of Commerce for info 253-8737.

-The Four Point Training for the ES Downtown Network. 5:30 pm in the meeting room at the Grand Central Hotel. Thursday (today) February 7. Questions? Call Glenna Booth 253-9703.

-The Cottage Inn reopens for the season serving dinner Thursday-Sunday beginning Thursday February 28.

-THE Auditorium will make rack card space available in its office for businesses interested in displaying their information. Call 253-7788.

-A planning session will be held for the St. Patrick's Day Parade at Chelsea's on Tuesday February 12 at 5:00 pm. Everyone is invited. The parade is scheduled for Saturday March 15. Call 981-9551 for additional information.

-Public tours will be offered at Castle Rogue's Manor. For reservations and additional info, visit www.castleroguesmanor.com or call 253-4060.

-Please remind visitors and guests that Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge winter hours are 9am – 5pm Daily Habitat Tours hourly from 11 until 3. 4:00 feeding time is also available for the public. 253-5841.

-EVERY SUNDAY 5:00 pm: Open Door community dinner in the undercroft at Saint James Church on Prospect St. No preachin' just a good, hot meal. All are welcome. Free or donation.

-Every Monday at 6:30 pm: Metaphysical Society of Arkansas meets at 68 W. Mountain St.

-Every Wednesday at 9:30 am, Bellyogachi classes at Fire Om Earth Studios. Also on Monday beginning at 5:00 pm. 363-9402.

-Every Thursday is Local's Appreciation Night at the Grand Taverne in the Grand Central Hotel.

-Monday and Thursday beginning at 6:00 pm, Yoga with Jack in The Space, across the street from the post office. Also Monday at 3:00 pm at Holiday Island. Please call 870-480-9148 for additional information.



THURSDAY:

-Ladies Night at Michael's Center Street Pub. The Rowdy Beaver and Shawbee's.

-Karaoke at Jack's Place.

-Free Pool at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

-Open Jam at the New Delhi Café.

-7:00 pm: Opal Fly, Melissa Carper and Warren Byrom perform in the Cathouse Lounge at the Pied Piper Pub.



FRIDAY:

-5:30 pm: Chili Cook-off, Live and Silent Auction benefiting the Academy of Excellence. Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center. 253-5400 for more info.

-6:00 pm: Arkansas Red performs at the Grand Central Hotel.

-7:00 pm: Pope County Bootleggers perform at the Rowdy Beaver.

-Mountain Sprout performs in the Cathouse Lounge at the Pied Piper Pub.

-Country music at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

-Karaoke at Henri's, Jack's Place and Shawbee's.



SATURDAY:

-9:00 am: Imperfections Art Sale and Open Studio hosted by Karen Foster. Call 253-7310 for additional information.

-10:00 am: "Freakin' Eureka" 15K Trail Race begins at Lake Leatherwood City Park. Call 479-445-4228 for information.

-4:00 pm: Taco Supper and Silent Auction at the high school cafeteria. Hosted by the Eureka Springs School Relay for Life Team.

-6:00 pm: 5th Annual Valentine Ball and Silent Auction hosted by Eureka Health Care Volunteer Guild. BW Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center.

-6:30 pm: Opal Fly with Warren Byrom and Ron Sumner perform at the New Delhi Café.

-Mountain Sprout performs in the Cathouse Lounge at the Pied Piper Pub.

-9:00 pm: Jeff Kearney Band performs at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.

-Karaoke at Shawbee's, Jack's Place and Henri's.

-9:00 pm: Anything Can Happen at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.



SUNDAY:

-10:00 am: Brunch offered at Local Flavor 253-9522, Myrtie Mae's 253-9768, Forest Hill 253-2422, Café Soleil 253-2345.

-11:00 am: Arkansas Red performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-2:00 pm: "Shrine your Tine" at Eureka Thyme. Create Valentine Shrines workshop. 363-9600.

-2:00 pm: Free skating at ESkate located on Passion Play Road. Everyone invited. Hosted by First United Methodist Church. Call 253-8987 for info.

-5:30 pm: Local's Night in the Crystal Dinning Room at the Crescent Hotel. Entertainment provided by the Crescent Trio.

-6:00pm: Johny Drama Project performs at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.



MONDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill and the Rowdy Beaver.

-5:30 pm: The Crescent Trio performs in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-Ladies night at Chelsea's Pub and Café.

-9:00 pm: Free pool at Shawbee's.



TUESDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Rowdy Beaver and the Lumberyard.

-Guys Night Out at Shawbee's.

-Local's Night in the Crystal Dining Room at the Crescent Hotel.

-Open Mic at Chelsea's Pub and Pizza Café.



WEDNESDAY:

-3:00 pm: Happy Hour at the Rowdy Beaver. Service Employees' Night.

-6:30 pm: Open Jam at the New Delhi Café.

-Guitar Hero game night at the Lumberyard Bar and Grill.

-7:00 pm: Doors open at the House Concert Series at the Unitarian Church on Elk Street. The Kennedys perform at 7:30 pm. $12.00 at the door. 100% smoke-free and home by 10! www.eurekahouseconcerts.com



LOOKING AHEAD:

-Feb 14: "Hearts of Fire" Prom Night at Chelsea's Pub and Cafe. Reservations call 253-8231.

-Feb 14: "Simply Elegant Valentine" at Keels Creek Winery & Art Gallery. Reservations call 253-9463.

-Feb 15: Diversity Valentine Weekend.

-Feb 15 and 29: Secret Season Cinema sponsored by the Carnegie Library. 253-8754.

-Feb 16: "Art of Love" at Enthios Creative Arts Center. 253-6830 for reservations.

-Feb 16: Clear Spring School Chocolate Festival.

-Feb 21: POETluck at the Writer's Colony at Dairy Hollow. 253-7444.

-Feb 22: 2nd Annual Romancing the Springs Wedding Show.

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

4th Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival

Chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate. Spend Valentine's weekend with other chocolate lovers in the romantic town of Eureka Springs. This festival kicks off the season as the most attended benefit event in Eureka Springs.



On Saturday, February 16th, join us from 9:00am until 3:30pm at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center for all the chocolate you could ever want. The entire convention space will feature free samples of chocolate in its many forms along with white and milk chocolate fountains. Vendors will be on-site for additional sampling as well as offering chocolate-related gift items for sale. In keeping with tradition, the festival will continue to feature several "best of" contests. Competitors may submit entries in amateur and professional categories. Contests include decorated cakes, best recipe cakes, sculptures, and best use of chocolate as a non-food item. Check out our website at www.eurekachocfest.com for contest details, entry fees and prize amounts. Teams of independent judges will make award decisions on Friday, February 15th.



The cost for tickets is $12 for adults and $6 for youth age 12 and under. Tickets are available in advance as well as at the door. For more information, call us at 479-253-7888 or toll free 888-559-9914, or email steven@clearspringschool.org.



The Chocolate Lovers Festival is produced by and benefits Clear Spring School, a non-profit, independent school in Eureka Springs. Established in 1974, Clear Spring School serves students from PrePrimary through grade 12 with a hands-on and hearts-engaged approach to education.