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SUMMARY:Stringband Music & Arts Festival Returns to Ozark Folk Center October 9–10
DESCRIPTION:The Stringband Music & Arts Festival returns to the Ozark Folk Center State Park October 9–10 for 2 days of live music\, dancing\, handcrafted art and Ozark heritage. \nThe festival includes evening music shows Friday and Saturday at the park’s 1\,000-seat Ozark Highlands Theater\, along with craft demonstrations\, daytime music performances and traditional activities in the Ozark Folk Center Craft Village. \nThis year’s musical lineup includes 19-year-old folk singer and old-time banjo player Murphy Campbell from the Blue Ridge Mountains\, Kansas-based multi-instrumentalist John Depew\, old-time duo Salem Plateau\, the Ozark Folk Center Square Dancers and Mountain View stringband the Riggsville Ramblers. \nSalem Plateau features husband-and-wife musicians Joseph McCarthy and Grace Stormont-McCarthy. Grace is the 2026 Arkansas Old Time Banjo Grand Champion and a 5-time Arkansas Country Music Awards winner. \nThe Craft Village will be open both days from 10 AM until 5 PM. \nFestival admission includes access to the evening shows at Ozark Highlands Theater and admission to the Craft Village. \nArtisans throughout the village will demonstrate traditional crafts\, create items and sell handmade goods. \nCraft Village shops include copper flame painting\, knives\, pottery\, stained glass\, leather\, wood toys\, fiber arts\, wood carving\, old-time printing\, candles\, quilting\, herbs\, jewelry\, paper craft\, dolls\, brooms\, blacksmithing and an apothecary. \nOther attractions include old-time magic and medicine shows\, Whiskey & Tango’s Old Time Picnic Swing and live music from local musicians throughout the day. \nDaytime music performances are scheduled to begin at 10:15 AM\, 11:15 AM\, 12:15 PM\, 1:45 PM\, 2:45 PM and 3:45 PM. \nThe Skillet Restaurant will also be open Friday and Saturday from 8 AM until 9 PM\, serving Southern-style meals to festival guests.
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SUMMARY:41st Annual Bradford Fun Fest Set For October 9-10 In Bradford Arkansas
DESCRIPTION:The 41st Annual Bradford Fun Fest is set for Friday\, October 9\, and Saturday\, October 10\, bringing 2 days of live music\, food\, family activities and community traditions to downtown Bradford. \nFriday’s activities begin with bingo from 5:00 PM until 6:30 PM at the Bradford School Cafeteria. \nLive music featuring Psychic Roots will take place downtown from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. \nA kids hayride will begin at 7:00 PM\, loading at the Powell Funeral Home parking lot. \nFood vendors will also be available downtown Friday evening. \nSATURDAY EVENTS \nSaturday begins with the Bradford Baptist Church Breakfast from 7:00 AM until 10:00 AM. \nThe annual Fun Fest Parade begins at 10:30 AM at Bradford School and will travel down Main Street. \nLive music continues throughout the day. \nDixon Street will perform from 11:30 AM until 1:30 PM. \nKelsey Lamb will perform from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM. \nA silent auction will be held from 12:00 PM until 4:00 PM at American Legion Post 144. \nThe Bradford All School Reunion will take place from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at the Bradford School Cafeteria. \nA corn hole tournament begins at 1:00 PM at American Legion Post 144. \nThe PTO Alumni Basketball Game will begin at 5:00 PM at the Bradford High School Gym. \nDozens of food and craft vendors are expected to be available throughout downtown Bradford during the day. \nFAMILY FUN \nSaturday’s family activities will include the Royale Party Gaming Bus\, a Kids Entertainment Zone with free activities\, bounce houses\, inflatable games\, a dunking booth\, petting zoo and face painting. \nSpider-Man will also be available for pictures from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM. \nOrganizers are reminding everyone that Bradford Fun Fest is a bring-your-own-chair event. \nVisitors planning to spend the day downtown are encouraged to bring a lawn chair so they have a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the festivities. \nThe 41st Annual Bradford Fun Fest will take place October 9-10 in Bradford\, Arkansas.
URL:https://arkansasradio.com/event/41st-annual-bradford-fun-fest-october-9-10-bradford-arkansas/
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SUMMARY:Heroes for Hope 5K Brings Superhero Fun to Cave City
DESCRIPTION:Local runners\, families and community supporters are invited to dress as their favorite superheroes for the Heroes for Hope 5K and Kids’ Fun Run at Cave City Park on October 10\, 2026. \nThe family-friendly event is co-hosted by The CALL in Sharp & Independence Counties and the Sharp County Sheriff Foundation. \nProceeds will support children in foster care\, assist families in need and advance local law enforcement public service missions across Sharp and Independence counties. \nThe 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9 a.m. A free Kids’ Fun Run will follow at 9:10 a.m. \nOn-site registration will be available from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The start and finish lines will be located at Cave City Park. \nThe 5K registration fee is $30. Participants must register by September 10\, 2026\, to guarantee an official event T-shirt. \nAll official race participants will receive finisher medals. \nOrganizers are encouraging participants of all ages to wear superhero costumes during the event. \nA Touch-a-Truck area will feature a local fire truck\, ambulance and police car. Children will have an opportunity to explore the emergency vehicles and meet local first responders. \nLocal businesses and community organizations are also invited to become event sponsors. \nOnline registration is available at: \nhttps://runsignup.com/Race/AR/CaveCity/HeroesForHope5Kandfunrun
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SUMMARY:Center Hill Fire Department Annual Fish Fry Set for October 10
DESCRIPTION:The Center Hill Fire Department will hold its annual Fish Fry and Board Meeting Saturday\, October 10\, beginning at 5 p.m. \nThe event will be held at the Center Hill Fire Department\, located at 4100 Arkansas Highway 36 in Searcy. \nThe meal will include fish\, chicken strips\, hushpuppies\, French fries and more. \nTickets will be available on a donation basis. \nThe event will also feature door prizes\, including a muzzleloader donated by Sunrise Outfitters in Searcy. \nThe community is invited to attend\, enjoy a meal and support the Center Hill Fire Department. \nFor more information\, contact Thomas Martin at 501-388-5420 or email Thomasmartin1797@gmail.com.
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SUMMARY:John 3:16 Ministries Community Fest 2026 Featuring Stephen McWhirter
DESCRIPTION:John 3:16 Ministries will host Community Fest 2026 on Saturday\, October 10\, with a full day of free family activities\, concessions\, a live auction and a free concert featuring Stephen McWhirter. \nThe event will be held at 75 Holmes Road in Charlotte\, Arkansas. Gates open at 11:30 AM. \nOrganizers say Community Fest 2026 is a free event for the whole family and will include activities throughout the day centered around fellowship\, ministry and “lifting up the name of Jesus.” \nStephen McWhirter will be featured in the free concert portion of the event. \nA live auction will also be held as part of Community Fest\, with proceeds supporting the work of John 3:16 Ministries. \nAmong the featured auction items is a 1988 HUMV H1 powered by a 6.2-liter Detroit Diesel engine. Organizers say the vehicle has been painted black\, includes fabric doors\, runs well and could appeal to buyers interested in hunting\, off-road use or a unique vehicle. \nAnother featured auction item is an MB Sports Tournament ski boat. Organizers say the boat is powered by a V8 Ford engine\, has approximately 1\,109 hours\, runs well on the water and comes with a trailer. \nPre-bidding for Community Fest auction items is scheduled to open October 5 on HiBid. \nJohn 3:16 Ministries says residents have put significant work into preparing auction items for the event and appreciates the continued community support. \nOrganizers say proceeds from the live auction will help support the ministry’s work and mission. \nCOMMUNITY FEST 2026 DETAILS \nEVENT:\nJohn 3:16 Ministries Community Fest 2026 \nDATE:\nSaturday\, October 10\, 2026 \nGATES OPEN:\n11:30 AM \nLOCATION:\n75 Holmes Road\nCharlotte\, Arkansas 72522 \nFEATURED CONCERT: 8:00 PM\nStephen McWhirter \nADMISSION:\nFree \nEVENT FEATURES:\nFree concert\nFamily activities\nConcessions\nLive auction\nMinistry and fellowship \nFEATURED AUCTION ITEMS:\n1988 HUMV H1 with 6.2L Detroit Diesel\nMB Sports Tournament ski boat with V8 Ford engine and trailer \nPRE-BIDDING:\nOpens October 5 on HiBid \nAUCTION PROCEEDS:\nBenefit the work of John 3:16 Ministries
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