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SUMMARY:Searcy Tree Board Winter Tree Art Contest for Children Ages 5–12
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young artists! The Searcy Tree Board is inviting children ages 5–12 to enter the Searcy Winter Tree Art Contest 2026. The theme is “Trees in Winter.” \nEntries are due by Tuesday\, November 10\, 2026\, at 4:30 p.m. The winning artwork will be displayed at Searcy City Hall this winter\, and the winner will receive a prize. \nThe winning artist will be announced at the Searcy Arbor Day Celebration at Yancey Park on Friday\, November 13\, at 2 p.m. \nArtwork Guidelines\nTHEME: Trees in Winter\nAGES: 5–12\nSIZE: Paper or canvas\, no larger than 11 x 14 inches\nMATERIALS: Paint\, crayons\, markers\, colored pencils\, collage and more. Any art medium is welcome! \nHow to Enter\nDELIVER ENTRIES TO: Searcy Planning & Development\, 300 West Arch Avenue\, Searcy\, Arkansas\nDROP-OFF HOURS: Monday through Friday\, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\nDEADLINE: Tuesday\, November 10\, 2026\, at 4:30 p.m. \nEach entry must include: \n\nArtist’s name\nArtist’s age\nParent or guardian’s phone number\nParent or guardian’s email address\n\nWinner Announcement\nDATE: Friday\, November 13\, 2026\, at 2 p.m.\nLOCATION: Searcy Arbor Day Celebration\, Yancey Park\, Searcy\nWINNER RECEIVES: A prize\, with the winning artwork displayed at Searcy City Hall this winter \nSource: Searcy Tree Board. \nHAVE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE? Share your community news\, announcements\, sports results\, and upcoming events with the ArkansasRadio.com family of radio stations. Submit your event at \nSubmit Event \n \nTo report a typo\, please email newsarkansasradio@gmail.com
URL:https://arkansasradio.com/event/searcy-winter-tree-art-contest-2026-children-arbor-day/
LOCATION:Searcy Planning & Development\, 300 West Arch Avenue\, Searcy\, AR\, 72143\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bald Knob Senior Center Hosting Halloween Party October 30 With Chili Lunch\, Live Music\, Costume Contest and Big Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Seniors across White County and surrounding communities are invited to celebrate Halloween with an afternoon of food\, music\, costumes and games when the Bald Knob Senior Center hosts its Halloween Party and Costume Contest on Friday\, October 30\, 2026. \nThe celebration begins at 11 AM at the Bald Knob Senior Center\, located at 402 East 4th Street in Bald Knob\, Arkansas. \nOrganizers say the event will feature a chili lunch\, live music\, a Halloween costume contest and Big Bingo. \nAll seniors ages 55 and older are invited to attend\, and the suggested donation for lunch is $6. \nHALLOWEEN FUN FOR SENIORS AGES 55 AND OLDER\nThe Bald Knob Senior Center is inviting older adults from throughout the area to enjoy a special Halloween celebration. \nThe event provides an opportunity for seniors to gather with friends\, enjoy entertainment and participate in Halloween activities. \nResidents are encouraged to get into the Halloween spirit and take part in the festivities. \nThe celebration is open to seniors ages 55 and older from Bald Knob\, Searcy\, Judsonia\, Kensett\, Bradford\, Russell and surrounding communities. \nHALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST PLANNED\nOne of the highlights of the celebration will be a Halloween costume contest. \nSeniors attending the party are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes and join the fun. \nWhether choosing something funny\, spooky or creative\, participants can enjoy an opportunity to show off their costumes. \nSpecific contest categories and prizes have not been announced. \nCHILI LUNCH WITH $6 SUGGESTED DONATION\nA chili lunch will be served as part of the Halloween celebration. \nThe suggested donation for lunch is $6. \nThe meal gives attendees an opportunity to enjoy lunch together while participating in the special holiday activities. \nLIVE MUSIC AND BIG BINGO\nLive music will also be featured during the Halloween party. \nThe Bald Knob Senior Center says attendees can enjoy musical entertainment as part of the celebration. \nBig Bingo will provide another opportunity for participants to enjoy games and friendly competition. \nThe combination of music\, Bingo\, costumes and food will give seniors several ways to take part in the afternoon’s activities. \nBRINGING SENIORS TOGETHER IN BALD KNOB\nCommunity gatherings such as the Halloween Party provide opportunities for older adults to remain socially active and connected. \nThe Bald Knob Senior Center serves as a gathering place where seniors can enjoy meals\, recreation and fellowship. \nThe October 30 celebration offers another opportunity for residents to enjoy time with friends and participate in seasonal activities. \nAll seniors ages 55 and older are invited. \nHALLOWEEN PARTY EVENT DETAILS\nEVENT: Halloween Party and Costume Contest \nHOST: Bald Knob Senior Center \nDATE: Friday\, October 30\, 2026 \nTIME: 11 AM \nLOCATION: Bald Knob Senior Center \nADDRESS: 402 East 4th Street\, Bald Knob\, Arkansas 72010 \nWHO IS INVITED: All seniors ages 55 and older \nACTIVITIES: \n\nHalloween Costume Contest\nChili Lunch\nLive Music\nBig Bingo\nCommunity Fellowship\n\nSUGGESTED LUNCH DONATION: $6 \nEVENT CONTACT: Paige Yates \nPHONE: 501-724-2004 \nEMAIL: baldknobseniorcenter55@gmail.com \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Bald Knob Senior Center Facebook page \nSENIORS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND OCTOBER 30\nThe Bald Knob Senior Center encourages seniors throughout White County and surrounding communities to make plans for Friday\, October 30. \nThe Halloween Party begins at 11 AM and features a chili lunch\, live music\, a costume contest and Big Bingo. \nThe suggested lunch donation is $6. \nFor additional details\, call Paige Yates at 501-724-2004 or visit the Bald Knob Senior Center Facebook page. \nHAVE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE with the ArkansasRadio.com radio stations? Submit your event at https://arkansasradio.com/submit-event/ \nTo report a typo\, please click here: newsarkansasradio@gmail.com
URL:https://arkansasradio.com/event/bald-knob-senior-center-halloween-party-costume-contest-2026/
LOCATION:Bald Knob Senior Center\, 402 East 4th Street\, Bald Knob\, AR\, 72010\, United States
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SUMMARY:RSVP: 10-20-2026 Federal Employees and Retirees Invited to NARFE Meeting October 30 in Heber Springs With Free Lunch and Benefits Information
DESCRIPTION:HEBER SPRINGS\, ARKANSAS — Active and retired federal employees throughout North Central Arkansas are invited to an upcoming meeting in Heber Springs focused on protecting retirement benefits\, understanding federal health insurance options and preparing for the approaching enrollment season. \nThe National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association\, known as NARFE\, Chapter 1156\, will hold its quarterly meeting Friday\, October 30\, 2026\, beginning at 12 Noon. \nThe meeting will take place in the First Electric Cooperative Community Room\, located at 150 Industrial Park Road in Heber Springs\, Arkansas. \nAll active and retired federal employees and annuitants are invited to attend. \nA complimentary lunch from Brothers BBQ Restaurant will be provided. \nReservations are required by Tuesday\, October 20\, and can be made by calling Charlotte Hipp at 501-691-4040. \nNARFE CHAPTER 1156 TO DISCUSS FEDERAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS\nThe upcoming meeting will focus on issues affecting federal employees\, retirees and individuals receiving federal retirement benefits. \nNARFE is an organization representing the interests of current and retired federal employees\, working to protect and improve earned federal pay and retirement benefits. \nThe meeting provides attendees an opportunity to learn more about the organization’s work and receive information about matters affecting their federal benefits. \nParticipants will also have an opportunity to hear from a representative of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees Program. \nBLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD REPRESENTATIVE TO DISCUSS OPEN SEASON\nOne of the main highlights of the October 30 meeting will be a presentation concerning the upcoming federal benefits Open Season. \nA representative from the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees Program will discuss enrollment information and answer questions from those attending. \nOpen Season is an important time for eligible federal employees and retirees to review available health insurance coverage and determine whether changes to their plans are appropriate. \nThe presentation will provide attendees with an opportunity to ask questions about the Federal Employees Program and learn more about preparing for the upcoming enrollment period. \nOrganizers encourage participants to attend and take advantage of the opportunity to receive information directly from a program representative. \nFREE LUNCH FROM BROTHERS BBQ RESTAURANT\nIn addition to the benefits presentation\, attendees will be treated to a complimentary lunch provided by Brothers BBQ Restaurant. \nThe luncheon will give participants an opportunity to visit with fellow federal employees and retirees while learning more about NARFE and issues affecting their benefits. \nThere is no charge for the announced lunch. \nHowever\, advance reservations are required so organizers can make the necessary arrangements. \nRESERVATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 20\nAnyone planning to attend must make a reservation by Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026. \nReservations can be made by contacting Charlotte Hipp. \nRESERVATION CONTACT: Charlotte Hipp\nPHONE: 501-691-4040 \nResidents interested in attending are encouraged to call before the deadline to reserve their place. \nALL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES INVITED\nThe meeting is open to active federal employees\, retired federal employees and annuitants. \nResidents from Heber Springs\, Greers Ferry\, Fairfield Bay\, Clinton\, Quitman\, Searcy and surrounding communities are invited to participate. \nThe gathering will provide an opportunity to learn more about federal benefits\, ask questions and meet others who share an interest in protecting earned retirement benefits. \nNARFE QUARTERLY MEETING DETAILS\nEVENT: NARFE Chapter 1156 Quarterly Meeting \nORGANIZATION: National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association \nDATE: Friday\, October 30\, 2026 \nTIME: 12 Noon \nLOCATION: First Electric Cooperative Community Room \nADDRESS: 150 Industrial Park Road\, Heber Springs\, Arkansas 72543 \nGUEST SPEAKER: Representative from the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees Program \nTOPIC: Upcoming Open Season and federal health insurance benefits \nLUNCH: Complimentary lunch from Brothers BBQ Restaurant \nWHO IS INVITED: Active and retired federal employees and annuitants \nRESERVATION DEADLINE: Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026 \nRESERVATIONS: Charlotte Hipp \nPHONE: 501-691-4040 \nEVENT CONTACT: Cecelia A. Smith \nPHONE: 501-250-3714 \nEMAIL: seal@artelco.com \nNARFE ENCOURAGES FEDERAL EMPLOYEES TO STAY INFORMED\nNARFE Chapter 1156 is encouraging federal employees and retirees to attend the October 30 meeting and learn more about the organization’s work to protect and improve federal benefits. \nThe gathering provides an opportunity to hear from a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees Program representative\, receive information about the upcoming Open Season and ask questions about benefits. \nThe meeting begins at 12 Noon Friday\, October 30\, at First Electric Cooperative in Heber Springs. \nA complimentary lunch from Brothers BBQ Restaurant will be served. \nReservations are required by October 20. \nTo reserve a place\, call Charlotte Hipp at 501-691-4040. \nHAVE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE with the ArkansasRadio.com radio stations? Submit your event at https://arkansasradio.com/submit-event/ \nTo report a typo\, please click here: newsarkansasradio@gmail.com
URL:https://arkansasradio.com/event/narfe-chapter-1156-federal-retirees-meeting-heber-springs-october-2026/
LOCATION:First Electric Cooperative Community Room\, 150 Industrial Park Road\, Heber Springs\, AR\, 72543\, United States
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