TUESDAY - Apr. 17
The CALL invites you to hear Bishop W.C. Martin and his message to the churches regarding foster care and adoption at 11:30 a.m. at Unity Church, 92 U.S. Hwy 79 North in Magnolia. He is the author of “How Love Came to the Least of Them,” published by Focus on the Family. Please note that this a change of venue. For more information, contact Natalie Hill at 870-904-1019 or www.thecallinarkansas.org.
WEDNESDAY - Apr. 18
Area 15 Special Olympics will be held at Magnolia High School stadium beginning at 9am. Many volunteers are needed. Call Sara Carrington or Johnnie Ware at 870-234-6118 for more information or to volunteer.
Harvest Regional Food Bank mobile pantry will distribute USDA commodities 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the C.W. Easter Recreation Center, 902 E. McKissack in Waldo. Pantry boxes will be provided to the first 120 qualifying households. Must be a resident of Columbia County and provide proof of address and photo identification. For more information, call 870-774-1398 or go to www.harvestregionalfoodbank.org.
THURSDAY - Apr. 19
Neva Baker and Julia Smith will host a meet and greet 2-4 p.m. at the Magnolia-Columbia County Chamber of Commerce Office (211 W. Main) for David Sterling, candidate for Arkansas Supreme Court justice. Refreshments will be served.
Southern Arkansas University Theatre will perform “Hairspray” at Harton Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online at www.showtix4u.com, or by calling 870-235-4263. General admission tickets are $15; $10 for SAU faculty and staff; $8 for students and $5 for children 12 and under.
FRIDAY - Apr. 20
Southern Arkansas University Theatre will perform “Hairspray” at Harton Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online at www.showtix4u.com, or by calling 870-235-4263. General admission tickets are $15; $10 for SAU faculty and staff; $8 for students and $5 for children 12 and under.
SATURDAY - Apr. 21
Making Magnolia Blossom takes place 9-11:30 a.m. in several locations around town. Visit magnoliablossom.org/register to see probjects and sign up to help.
For more information, call Deana Taylor at 870-235-4922 or email [email protected].
Southern Arkansas University Theatre will perform “Hairspray” at Harton Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The performance will be followed by an actor talk-back. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online at www.showtix4u.com, or by calling 870-235-4263. General admission tickets are $15; $10 for SAU faculty and staff; $8 for students and $5 for children 12 and under.
SUNDAY - Apr. 22
Southern Arkansas University Theatre will perform “Hairspray” at Harton Theatre at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online at www.showtix4u.com, or by calling 870-235-4263. General admission tickets are $15; $10 for SAU faculty and staff; $8 for students and $5 for children 12 and under.
MONDAY - Apr. 23
Learn how to take better care of your diabetes by signing up for the free Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP). The classes will meet at Jackson Street Church of Christ on Mondays 1:30-3:00 p.m. To register or for more information, please call the Area Agency on Aging at 870-234-7410, Ext. 105, or toll free 800-272-2127, Ext. 105.
TUESDAY - Apr. 24
Greer’s Chapel United Methodist Church will host a Laundry Love event 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Main Street Laundry, 1109 E. Main in Magnolia. Coins and detergent will be provided for up to three (3) normal loads per family. Drop by to do your laundry for free.
Taylor Elementary School will hold kindergarten registration in the Taylor cafeteria at 6 p.m. For the 2018-2019 school year, a child must be 5 years of age on or before August 1, 2018. Please have the following records: proof of physical examination (within 2 years of enrollment date), up-to-date immunization record, birth certificate or state approved proof of age, Social Security card or state approved proof of SSN, two proofs of residency in the Emerson-Taylor-Bradley School District OR submit School Choice application *ON or BEFORE May 1, Medicaid card if child is covered by Medicaid. For more information, call the elementary office at 870-626-3304.
WEDNESDAY - Apr. 25
Families and Children Together (FACT) has scheduled a meeting of the Policy Council at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at the FACT central office at 2720 Vine Street in El Dorado and is open to the public.
Harvest Regional Food Bank will distribute USDA commodities directly from their truck 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Lafayette County Fair Grounds, 1360 Hwy 82 in Lewisville. Pantry boxes will be provided to the first 160 qualifying households. Must be a resident of Lafayette County and provide proof of address and photo ID. for more information, call 870-774-1398 or go to www.harvestregionalfoodbank.org.
THURSDAY - Apr. 26
Families and Children Together (FACT) has scheduled a meeting of the Board of Directors at 2:45 p.m. The meeting will be held at the FACT central office at 2720 Vine Street in El Dorado and is open to the public.
SATURDAY - Apr. 28
The 4th Annual Dustin Bettis Memorial Scholarship Car & Truck Show will take place 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on the parking lot of Immanuel Baptist Church, 1823 E. North St. in Magnolia. Registration is 8-10 a.m. Trophy presentation is at 1 p.m. Entry fee is $15 or $5 for MHS students with ID. For more information, call Debbie or Roland Bettis at 870-904-5534.
LifeShare Blood Center will hold a blood drive 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Dustin Bettis Memorial, 1823 E. North Street in Magnolia. To sign up to donate or for more information, call 903-794-3173.
The Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) Board of Directors will be at 10 a.m. at the CADC office in Benton, 321 Edison Ave. The public is invited.
Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church is having an All You Can Eat Open Faced Taco fundraiser 5-7 p.m. at intersection of Columbia Roads 15 and 200. Tickets are $10 for ages 13 and up, $5 for children 5-12, under 5 free. Dine in or take out. Ticket includes tea and dessert.
FRIDAY - May 18
The Magnolia High School 50+ Celebration will be held in the Reynolds Center at SAU. Registration is at 4 p.m.; dinner is at 5:30 p.m. MHS alumni and guests are encouraged to attend. For more information, call Carla at 870-234-1771.
SATURDAY - Jun. 30
Magnolia High School Class of 1978 will hold its 40th Class Reunion at the Magnolia Country Club.