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* all phone numbers are area code 479, unless otherwise noted
NOVEMBER 2008
Now through December 23rd:
The 2nd Annual Check-Out Hunger is underway at Harp's and Price Cutter Stores in Ft. Smith, Van Buren, and Alma. Pull a tab at the cash register for $1, $3, or $5
to be given to the River Valley Food Bank. For information, 785-0582.
Now through December 25th
The Community Rescue Mission, 310 North F Street in Ft. Smith, serves over 50 thousand meals a year, and is needing food donations for the holidays. You can drop food items by the mission anytime between 8am and 6pm. For information, call 782-1443.
Now through December 31st: Ft. Smith Library Food Drive
The Ft. Smith Public Library is collecting non-perishable food items at all its branches through December 31st. The food will be donated to the Community Services Clearinghouse. For information, call 783-0229 or visit
www.fortsmithlibrary.org
November 17-21: UAFS Food Drive
The University Student Ambassadors at UAFS are collecting canned goods from November 17-21. For more information, call Sarah at 918-774-4909.
November 17-24: Operation Christmas Child
Ft. Smith and Clarksville residents are packing shoe boxes with Christmas gifts for Operation Christmas Child. The boxes will be sent to suffering children around the world. To help, contact Central Christian Church in Ft. Smith or First Baptist Church in Clarksville by calling toll free: 800-895-7868.
November 19: Blood Drive in Booneville
United Blood Services is having a blood drive Wednesday the 19th at the Booneville Community Hospital from Noon-6pm. For information, call 675-2800.
November 20: Jungle Book KIDS at Ft. Smith Library
The Young Actors Guild is presenting Jungle Book KIDS at the Ft. Smith Public Library, 3201 Rogers Avenue, Thursday, November 20th, at 6:30pm. Admission is free. For information, call 783-0229 or visit www.fortsmithlibrary.org
November 20: Real Meaning of Thanksgiving
The Windsor Drive Branch of the Ft. Smith Public Library is celebrating the Real Meaning of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 20th at 6pm. For information, call 785-0405 or visit www.fortsmithlibrary.org
November 20-23: Supernatural Wealthy Conference at Christ For The World
Bobby Hogan Ministries is presenting the Supernatural Wealth Prophetic Conference 2008, November 20-23 at Christ For The World Church, 4510 Towson Avenue. Speakers include Bobby and Teresa Hogan, Sam Woods, Don Nelson, Darrell Gooden, and Isaiah Thompson. For service times call 649-5970.
November 21: Benefit Chili Supper
Heritage United Methodist Church, 1604 Pointer Trail in Van Buren, is hosting a Benefit Chili Supper Friday, November 21st, at 6pm. Proceeds go to send the New Beginnings Choir and Handprints Choir to Washington D.C. For information, call 474-1227.
November 21-22: Accepting Items For Auction
New Life Hispanic Christian Center of Ft. Smith will be accepting donations this weekend for the Building Project Benefit Auction. Please bring items to Evangel Temple Friday the 21st from 4 to 8, and Saturday and 22nd from 8 to 2. For information, call 782-9121.
November 22: Mercy Turkey Run
Mercy Fitness Center's 5K and 10K Turkey Run is Saturday, November 22nd beginning at 8am at Ft. Chaffee. For registration information, call 314-7400.
November 22: Travis Robison Benefit Concert
The 180 Remix Auditorium is hosting a benefit concert Saturday night, November 22nd at 7pm featuring The Forum Band and Brannon Powers. Proceeds go to Travis Robison's medical expenses. For ticket information, call 651-7363.
November 22: Fundraiser for Travis Robison Family
Greenwood United Methodist Church is hosting a fundraiser for the Travis Robison Family November 22nd with a chili supper and auction beginning at 5pm at the Church Family Life Center. For information, call Michelle at 651-4922, or visit www.prayfortravis.com
November 27 : Thanksgiving Day
DECEMBER 2008
December 1: "Oliver!" at the Performing Arts Center
UAFS Season of Entertainment 28 is presenting the touching tale of "Oliver" Monday, December 1st, 7:30pm, at the Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center. For ticket information, call 788-7300.
December 1: Holiday Family Night at FS Library
The Ft. Smith Public Library Brand on Dallas Street is hosting Holiday Family Night on Monday. Decmeber 1st at 6:30pm, with stories, crafts, and treats for the whole family. The address is 8100 Dallas Street. For information, call 484-5650.
December 1: Lighting of the Library
The Ft. Smith Library's main branch on Rogers is having its Lighting of the Library Ceremony on Monday, December 1st at 6:30. Stop by for hot chocolate, hot cider, and Christmas music. For information, call 783-0229.
December 1: Citizenship Classes Begin
The Literacy Council of Western Arkansas, 300 South 11th, is beginning new citizenship classes on December 1st. These classes will meet two days a week at different times for your convenience. Call for information at 783-2665.
December 4: Advent Day of Recollection
St. Scholastica Retreat Center is presenting an Advent Day of Recollection led by Father Tom Elliot on Thursday, December 4th, from 9 to 4. For registration information, call 783-1135.
December 5: Christian Singles' Night Out
Christian Singles' Night Out Christmas Celebration will be Friday, December 5th, 6pm, at the Ft. Smith Activity Center. There will be a gift exchange. For information, call 784-4300.
December 6: Taste of Christmas at Northside United Pentecostal Church
Northside Pentecostal Church, 3700 Kelley Highway, invites you to the "Taste of Christmas, Saturday, December 6th, from 10am-3pm. There will be home baked goods and craft items for sale, plus a hot lunch. For information, call 782-2481.
December 9: Lighting of the Campus and Christmas Concert at UAFS.
UAFS is having a Season's Greetings Concert and Lighting of the Campus Tuesday, December 2nd, at 7pm. Five scholarships will be given away that evening. For information, call 788-7300.
December 13: "The Nutcracker" Presented by Western Arkansas Ballet
The Western Arkansas Ballet Company is doing it 23rd annual production of "The Nutcracker," Saturday, December 13th at 10:30am and 7:30pm at the Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center. For tickets, call 785-0152.
December 14: Once Upon A Christmas in Alma
First Presbyterian Church of Alma, 24 Oak Street, is presenting Once Upon A Christmas, December 14th at 3:00pm. For information, call 632-2105.
December 14: Once Upon A Christmas in Van Buren
First Presbyterian Church of Van Buren, South 10th and Jefferson Streets, is presenting Once Upon A Christmas, December 14th at 6pm. For information, call 474-2375.
December 25 : Christmas Day
JANUARY 2009
January 1 : New Year's Day
January 21 : Martin Luther King Jr
Day
FEBRUARY 2009
February 14 : Valentine's Day
February 16 : President's
Day
VARIOUS
Regional • National • International
REGIONAL
CASA of the Tri-Peaks
Every year in Logan county alone, nearly 100 children are abused and neglected, and end up without a home to call their own. Although the numbers are alarming, CASA of the Tri-Peaks is helping to make a difference. The CASA(Court Appointed Special Advocate) positively impacts the lives of children as a trained volunteer who advocates in court on behalf of a child's best interests. There is a great need for more volunteers in our community. For more information call Pat Stengel at 479-675-2641
The Community Rescue Mission
The Community Rescue Mission operates 7 days a week: there is no "closed" sign or downtime. They serve the River Valley daily. Last year alone, they served over 10,000 meals! The Mission is a place where no one will be hungry or without shelter. Reaching out to men, women and children, the residents hear the message of faith, hope and charity. If you would like to help out or learn more, please call 782-1443 or visit www.crmfs.org
Arkansas Extension Homemakers Council
The Arkansas Extension Homemakers Council is currently in the middle of a campaign to help women over 65 maintain good health through its "Strong Women" initiative. With programs such as "reshape yourself" and "staying healthy by staying fit". All five organizations are now accepting new members. To find out more call 484-7737 or visit online at www.arextensionhomemakers.org
Membership
Drive By The Friends Of The Alma Public Library
The Friends of the Alma Public Library have launched their 2008 Membership Drive.
The funds will be used for painting and a new front awning.
For more info call 479-632-4140.
Donate
Your Used Bikes For Kids
If you have an old bike that you would like to donate to
someone, The St. Paul Bike Mission Ministry will pick it
up and repair it and give it to a young person. The Bikes
will be given to churches, charities and needy children.
For more info call 479-420-4350
See
A Street Light Out in Fort Smith? Call The Fort Smith Street
Department
In the Fort Smith area if you see a street light not burning,
you are encouraged to report the outage to the Fort Smith
Street Department by calling 784-2360.
Youth
Emerging Leaders Of The Greater Fort Smith Region
The Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce announces the
creation of YOUNG EMERGING LEADERS OF THE GREATER FORT SMITH
REGION. “YEL” Fort Smith is designed
to connect young leaders to enhance professional development, community involvement,
and promote an overall investment in the Greater Fort Smith Region. If you would
like more information, call Travis Stephens at 478-4342.
Free
Budget Counseling
Consumer Credit Counseling Service has provided free budget
counseling to individuals and families in Arkansas since
1983. You can call CCCS today at 1-800-255-2227 or visit
their web site at www.helpingfamilies.org.
Community
Services Clearinghouse Needs Volunteers
The Community Services Clearinghouse needs volunteer assistance
in order to provide services to a seven county area. Currently
they have volunteer shifts available in the food pantry,
and also welcome help at other events. Please call Sue
if you can help. 782-5074.
Community
Services Clearinghouse New Web Address and Phone Line
The Community Services Clearinghouse has a new web address
and dedicated phone line that will make it easier for people
to contact them to receive assistance. The new number is
649-INFO, that’s 649-4636. The web address is www.informationandreferralfortsmith.com.
Circle of Friends
Single Adults Ministry
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS is
the Christian Single Adult ministry of the Muldrow First Assembly
of God Church. They meet each Friday at 6:30 pm. For more information,
please contact the church at 918-427-4091.
Adopt A Pet
The Sebastian County Humane Society encourages you to adopt
or sponsor the adoption of a pet. You can sponsor a homeless
pet as a memorial gift for a person, or for a birthday or anniversary.
For more information, call 783-4395.
Help for Survivors
of Sexual Assault
Survivors of sexual assault
may feel alone, but they are not on their own. To find out
more call the Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault at
1-888-274-7472.
Fort Smith Women's
Job Corps
The Fort Smith Christian
Women’s Job Corps at 300 South 11th Street is a non-profit,
inter-denominational organization that aids and provides women
in need to move from dependency to self-sufficiency. For more
information call 479-353-7001.
Join Youth With
A Mission
Youth With A Mission
is an international ministry from many denominations serving
worldwide since 1960. If you are interested in mission work
and want to find out more, log onto youthwithamission.org.
Fort Smith Adult
Education Center
For more than thirty
five years the Fort Smith Adult Education Center has been helping
adults in reviewing basic skills, GED preparation, English
as a second Language and workplace skills. Classes are free
and the Center is open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. The Adult Education
center is located at the corner of Rogers Avenue and 20th Street.
For more information call 785-1232.
Give Blood For
Our Military
America’s Blood
Centers have announced an agreement with the U.S. Department
of Defense to supplement the military’s blood supply
during wartime. To make an appointment to donate blood, please
call United Blood Services at 452-5880.
Christian Singles
Night Out
Singles Night Out for
Christian singles takes place the first Tuesday night of each
month. For more information call 784-4300.
Daystar Riders
of CMA Monthly Meetings
The Daystar Riders of
the Christian Motorcyclist Association will hold their monthly
meetings the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Western
Sizzlin on Towson Avenue. For more information contact Danny
Hill at 918-427-6761.
NATIONAL
United Healthcare Children's Foundation
Did you know that there are new Grants available for families struggling with child health related expenses? United Healthcare Children's Foundation is accepting applications for the 2008 Grant program now. The grants are available to help children who need critical health care treatment, services or equipment not covered by their parents' health benefit plans. For eligibility guidelines or to apply go to www.uhccf.org
Foster Parenting
You can make a difference
in a child's life by becoming a foster parent. For more information
call 1-888-781-0808.
INTERNATIONAL
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