NWA Kids Guide

Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan will kick off the 38^th Annual Fayetteville Farmers’ Market Season at9am, Saturday, April 2, 2011 on the Historic Downtown Fayetteville Square.  Honorees will include long time market members, Marcella Thompson and Vivian London.  Over 60 vendors will attend with a riot of spring flowers, produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, plants, crafts and fine art.  Giant Puppets and musicians will be among the surprise visitors.

New for the 2011 market season, SNAP/EBT (food stamp) recipients will be able to use their benefits at all the Fayetteville Farmers’ Markets with a wooden EBT token system, thanks to grant money provided by the USDA.  This USDA program was designed to keep federal dollars within the local community, increase access to fresh produce, and build safe, secure local food systems by supporting small farm families in their stewardship and preservation of valuable agricultural lands.

Affectionately referred to as “The Crown Jewel of Fayetteville,” and “Fayetteville’s Front Porch,” the Fayetteville Farmers’ Market on the Square began as a vision of Marcella Thompson and others at the Economic Opportunity Agency of Washington County in 1973 and was incorporated as The Rural Mountain Producers Exchange in 1974. Distributing only products grown or made within the 4 county area of NWA , this farmers’ market organization has grown to be one of the largest in the state, and has matured into an innovative model of local, creative, sustainable, green economic development . Additional markets, the Mill District Market on Thursday evenings and the Botanical Garden Market on Sunday mornings, were opened in recent years to keep pace with the need for increased distribution opportunities for the community.

 Additional information can be found at:    http://www.fayettevillefarmersmarket.org

SPECIAL EVENTS

Artifact Identification
In honor of March as Arkansas Archeology Month, the Shiloh Museum will host an artifact identification program Saturday, March 5, at noon. Archeologists from the Arkansas Archeological Survey will be on hand to answer questions about prehistoric and historic artifacts brought in by the public. The Shiloh Museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale .  For more information, call 750-8165.

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The Art and History of Glassblowing

Glassblower Ron Mynatt will present a program on the art and history of glassblowing Wednesday, March 16, at noon at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. Mynatt began his career as a glassblower at Silver Dollar City. Later, he served as the blown glass instructor at the Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock, before moving on to Terra Studios in Durham, Arkansas. Today, he creates hand-blown glass art at his Callahan Mountain Studios in Springdale . A member of the Arkansas Craft Guild, Mynatt’s work was included in the touring exhibit for the Year of American Craft in 1993, and he designed and produced the 2004 and 2005 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® regional awards.

The Shiloh Museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.
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MONTHLY MEETINGS

Writing Group

LifeWriters, a group for people interested in writing the stories of their own lives or those of family and friends, will meet Monday, March 7 and Monday, March 21 at 10:00 a.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call June Jefferson at 790-2588.
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Railway Society

The Boston Mountain Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society will meet Thursday, March 17 at 7:00 p.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

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Storytellers Group

The Tellers of Tales group for storytellers will meet Saturday, March 19 at 10:30 a.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. All tellers and listeners are invited to attend. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale .  For more information, call 750-8165.

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Civil War Roundtable

The Northwest Arkansas Civil War Roundtable will meet Thursday, March 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

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Wireless Society to Meet

The Ozark Wireless Society will meet Saturday, March 26 at 10:00 a.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History.  The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale .  For more information, call 750-8165.

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Photo Identification Group

The Shiloh Museum ’s Photo Identification Group will meet Saturday, March 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.at the museum to continue identifying people, places, and events in Northwest Arkansas photos taken over the last 40 years. The Shiloh Museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

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Sacred Harp Singers

The Northwest Arkansas Sacred Harp Singers will meet Sunday, March 27 at 1:30 p.m. in the General Store building at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

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Susan Young

Outreach Coordinator

Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

118 W. Johnson Avenue

Springdale, AR  72764

479-750-8165

www.springdalear.gov/shiloh

Rogers Public Library will be closed Sunday, April 24 in observance of Easter. 

April 1-30 - Dial-A-Story is available at 479-936-5444.  Listen to a new story every week!  Experience Tumblebooks at http://library.rpl.lib.ar.us. Click on Tumblebooks and enjoy books, games, and more!

Every Monday

6 PM Crafty Creators - Join us for Crafty Creators starting at 6 PM on Mondays.  Crafty Creators is an hour filled with creation and imagination!  This program is best for ages 5 through 12 years.  Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information: 621-1152, ext. 26.

Every Tuesday 

6:30 PM Spanish Story Time - Colorin, Colorado – Spanish Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Tuesdays.  Join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish!  This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26. 

No day time programs on Wednesday the 27^th or Thursday the 28^th of April

Wednesdays April 6, 13, and 20

10:30 AM Preschool Story Time - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesdays. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes!  A craft will follow.  For ages 3 through 5 years and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Thursdays April 7, 14, and 21

9:30 AM Toddler Story Time - Toddler Story Time begins at 9:30 AM on Thursdays April 7, 14 and 21. Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes! A craft will follow.  For ages 2 through 3 years and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

10:30 AM Baby Play and Rhyme Time - Baby Play & Rhyme Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursdays April 7, 14 and 21.  Introduce your little one to the library with this special program.  Join us for books, rhymes, and songs.  For babies up to 24 months and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

10:30 AM Preschool Story Time - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursdays April 7, 14 and 21.  Join us each week for stories, songs and rhymes! A craft will follow.  For ages 3 through 5 years and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Every Thursday

6:30 PM Family Story Time – Family Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Thursdays April 7, 14, 21 and 28.  Join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes.  This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26. 

SPECIAL EVENTS IN APRIL

Saturday Story Time

April 2

Saturday Story Time begins at 2:00 PM on April 2. Join special guest Jessica Whitehead, Curator of Education from Rogers Historical Museum, for a presentation of Draw Me a Story: A Century of Children’s Book Illustration. Ms. Whitehead will read a story and show some examples of how different illustrators interpreted the same work. A craft will follow the presentation. This program is best for ages 5 years and up. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Saturday Tween Program

April 9

The Tween Program begins at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 9. Create art that you can eat! Using candy, learn to create art in the pointillism style. Bonus—you can eat it your masterpiece when it’s finished! This program is for ages 10 through 12 years.  Registration is required and limited and required for this program. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26

Saturday Cinema

April 16

Saturday Cinema begins at 2:00 PM on April 16 with Karate Kid (2010), starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan, Rated PG.  Runtime is 140 minutes.  Children under the age 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Wednesday

April 20

10:30 AM Special Preschool Story Time- Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM Wednesday, April 20.  For ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft!  Today’s special guest is Mr. Jack Heines and his rabbit!  Children will be given the opportunity to pet the rabbit.  Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26.

Thursday

April 21

10:30 AM Special Preschool Story Time- Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM Thursday, April 21. For ages 3-5 years and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft! Today’s special guest is the Parades Family and their dog, Zelda. Zelda will do some tricks for the preschoolers! Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26.

Saturday Special Program

April 23

Walton Arts Center’s Orchestra Families Residency presents a mini-concert with wind instruments at 3:00 PM on Saturday, April 23. This program is best for ages 8 years and up. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26.

Thursday

April 28

Join us for Conversations for Kids on Thursday, April 28, from 6:00 - 7:00 PM with Darleen Bailey Beard, author of several Children’s books, including The Flim Flam Man, Operation Clean Sweep, Annie Glover is not a Tree Lover, and the picture book Twister. This event is best for ages 7 years and up. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26.

Saturday

April 30

Join us for a party in the park! The party will begin at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 30 and we will meet at the park across the street. We will have snacks, games, stories, and a craft. This event is for ages 3-9. Registration is limited and required. Party to be held in the Community Room in the event of bad weather. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26.

Description: A fundraiser for the Children’s Museum of Northwest Arkansas

Date: Saturday, March 12

Time: 6-11 p.m.

Location: John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers

Description: Well-known members of the Northwest Arkansas community are hitting the dance floor in support of the Children’s Museum of Northwest Arkansas at the 4th annual Dancing with the Stars of Northwest Arkansas. Taking a cue from the popular television show, dancers will present their moves to a panel of ‘celebrity’ judges. Six contestants vying for the top prize of Grand Champion include Tony Rogers,senior vice president of marketing, Walmart; Peter Lane, president, Walton Arts Center; Kasie Yokley, co-founder, 3W Magazine; Meza Harris, realtor, Harris-McHaney Realty; Meredith Brunen, executive director of development, Northwest Arkansas Community College; and Lauren Boozman, realtor, Portfolio Luxury Real Estate. Sponsors include Walmart, Procter & Gamble, Flintco, Cox Communications, Arkansas Dance Connection and Embassy Suites. For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit the NWA Children’s Museum website at www.nwachildrensmuseum.org/DWTS. Tickets are $60 each or $100 per couple. They can also be purchased by calling the museum office at 479-696-9280.

Exhibit on Ozark Homesteaders

Working Dawn to Dark, an exhibit exploring the lives of Ozark homesteaders, opens Monday, February 7 at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. “The exhibit focuses on homesteading skills as seen through the tools people used and the products they created,” said Carolyn Reno, museum collections manager.  Items on display include a small cotton gin handmade by Rufus Kelly Sharp of Goshen , an oat shock lifter used by J.K. McKenzie of Walnut Grove ( Washington County ), and a spinning wheel used by the Wilson family of Monitor. Also, visitors to the exhibit can pick seeds out of cotton, try their hand at weaving, and watch an excerpt fromRomance of the Reaper, a 1930 film showing the use of sickles, scythes, and grain cradles.

Working Dawn to Dusk will be on display through January 16, 2012. Located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale , the Shiloh Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free.  For more information, call 750-8165.

Susan Young

Outreach Coordinator

Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

118 W. Johnson Avenue

Springdale, AR  72764

479-750-8165

www.springdalear.gov/shiloh

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For those of you that are interested, Good Night, Kendrick I Love You: A Mother’s Journal Through Grief is now available.  The book is written to help grieving parents; however, I know some of my friends may be interested in reading it because they are familiar with the Foundation, or you may know someone that might be helped by the book. Barnes and Noble has the book as a new release for almost half price and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the KFHF.  Not sure how long they keep the new release price so if you are interested, now is a great time to buy. The eBook is also available for Kindle on Amazon and for Nook on Barnes and Noble.  Here is the link to Barnes and Noble:

http://productsearch.barnesandnoble.com/search/results.aspx?WRD=good+night+kendrick&page=index&prod=univ&choice=allproducts&query=good+night+kendrick&flag=False&ugrp=1

Here is the publisher overview of the book:

On the day he registered for eighth grade at his new school in March 1995, six-foot, two-hundred-twenty-pound Kendrick Fincher was followed out of school by the football coach who recognized a good player when he saw him. A few months later, Kendrick left for summer football camp and changed the course of his young life forever. On August 7, 1995—his first day of football practice—Kendrick suffered a heat stroke. For the next eighteen days, his parents watched as he lay in a drug-induced coma fighting for his life. On August 25, 1995, Kendrick died from multi-system organ failure, leaving his parents shocked and traumatized. Desperate for comfort, his mother, Rhonda, began writing heartfelt letters to Kendrick, now shared in her poignant memoir written to help others better understand the grieving process. Through her words to Kendrick, Rhonda learned to face her grief head-on, shares the raw emotions that surfaced daily, and eventually realizes that keeping her own hope alive is what will save her in the end. Good Night Kendrick, I Love You shares one mother’s emotional journey as she slowly learns to live again after losing her beloved son to a tragic and untimely death.

And, you can read a short preview on the publisher’s website:
http://www.trafford.com/Bookstore/BookDetail.aspx?BookId=SKU-000451901

The book is also listed on Amazon and you can request through your local book stores.

GRADES K-1

Theatre Voyagers Playmakers 1

Let your imagination take flight and run wild in this class designed to bring out creativity through fun games and exercises!  Developing theatre skills, team work, co-operation and self confidence is the name of the game!  There will be a public performance at the end of the semester.  Choose one of the following sections:

Mondays, 4pm-4.45pm, $110, Min-5 Max-8.

Thursdays, 4pm-4.45pm, $110, Min-5 Max-8.

GRADES 2-4

Theatre Voyagers Musical Theatre

Sing!  Dance!  Act!  This fun class introduces students to the magic of the Broadway Musical!  Students will learn basic musical theatre skills  including acting, singing and choreography with a public musical performance at the end of the semester!

Wednesdays, 4pm-5pm, $120, Min-5 Max-10

Theatre Voyagers Theatre Production

You can be anything you imagine yourself to be in this class!  Let your imagination soar through a series of fun and exciting theatre games and script work.  There will be a 15 minute scripted production at the end of the semester!

Thursdays, 5.30pm-6.30pm, $120, Min-5 Max-10

GRADES 5-7

Acting for the Stage

Learn the fundamentals of acting through exercises, theatre games, monologues and scene work.  Find out what you need to know and do to get that role!  There will be a public performance at the end of the semester.

Mondays, 5pm-6pm, $120, Min-5 Max-10

Theatre Production

Learn the fundamentals of acting by performing selections from Shel Silverstein’s “Where The Sidewalk Ends.”  Students will be taught the principles of projection, enunciation, stage presence, blocking and team work culminating in a public performance!

Tuesdays, 4pm-5pm, $120, Min-5 Max-10

GRADES 8-12

ALT Glee!

The hit show “Glee” has exposed millions to the joys of musical theatre.  Now ALT GLEE comes to Arts Live Theatre!  Students will be given the opportunity to sing their favorite “Glee” arrangements with choreography and a public performance at the end of the semester!

Tuesdays, 5.15pm-6.45pm, $150, Min-5 Max-10

Arts Live Theatre Radio Theatre

Return to the days of radio drama with KALT Radio! In a partnership with KUAF, Arts Live Theatre will be presenting two very special broadcasts.  Both scripts will be rehearsed at Arts Live Theatre and recorded in studio at KUAF then broadcast over on KUAF HD channels!

Wednesdays, 5.15pm-6.45pm, $150, Min-5 Max-10

Visit artslivetheatre.com to download registration form and scholarship information.  For additional information call 479.521.4932.

Rogers Public Library

711 S. Dixieland Rd.

Rogers, AR  72758                                                   

For more information contact:                                                          

Jessica Castrejon, Library Assistant

Rogers Public Library

479-621-1152 ext. 26

jcastrejon@rogersark.org

Rogers Public Library will be closed February 20 and 21 in observance of Presidents’ Day.

February 1-28 - Dial-A-Story is available at 479-936-5444.  Listen to a new story every week!  Experience Tumblebooks at http://library.rpl.lib.ar.us. Click on Tumblebooks and enjoy books, games, and more!

Mondays February 7, 14 and 28

6 PM Crafty Creators - Join us for Crafty Creators starting at 6 PM on Monday February 7, 14 and 28.  Crafty Creators is an hour filled with creation and imagination!  This program is best for ages 4 through 12 years.  Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information: 621-1152, ext. 26.

Every Tuesday 

6:30 PM Spanish Story Time - Colorin, Colorado – Spanish Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Tuesdays.  Join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish!  This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26. 

Every Wednesday 

10:30 AM Preschool Story Time - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Wednesdays. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes!  A craft will follow.  For ages 3 through 5 years and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Every Thursday 

9:30 AM Toddler Story Time - Toddler Story Time begins at 9:30 AM on Thursdays. Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes! A craft will follow.  For ages 2 through 3 years and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

10:30 AM Baby Play and Rhyme Time - Baby Play & Rhyme Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursdays.  Introduce your little one to the library with this special program.  Join us for books, rhymes, and songs.  For babies up to 24 months and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

10:30 AM Preschool Story Time - Preschool Story Time begins at 10:30 AM on Thursdays.  Join us each week for stories, songs and rhymes! A craft will follow.  For ages 3 through 5 years and their caregivers.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

6:30 PM Family Story Time – Family Story Time begins at 6:30 PM on Thursdays.  Join us for a fun family story time that’s filled with stories, songs and rhymes.  This program is for the entire family. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26. 

SPECIAL EVENTS IN FEBRUARY

Chinese New Year Celebration!

February 5

Our Chinese New Year Celebration begins at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 5.  We will have stories, a craft, and refreshments.  This program is for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years.  Registration is required for each child who wishes to attend this program.  Due to limited space, one adult may accompany each child. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Special Performance at Preschool Story Time

February 9 and 10

We welcome Stretch and Grow to Preschool Story Time beginning at 10:30 on Wednesday, February 9, and Thursday, February 10.  Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to move and groove to the rhythm of the beat!  A craft will follow.  For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26

Saturday Tween Program

February 12

The Tween Program begins at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 12.  Create a unique gift for someone you love with a fast and fun Stained Glass Heart!  This program is for ages 10 through 12 years.  Registration is required and limited for this program. For more information: 621-1152 ext. 26

Saturday Cinema

February 26

Saturday Cinema begins at 2:00 PM on February 26 with Nanny McPhee Returns, Rated PG.  Runtime 109 minutes.  Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information:  621-1152, ext. 26.

Photo Identification Group

The Shiloh Museum ’s Photo Identification Group will meet Saturday, January 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the museum to continue identifying people, places, and events in Northwest Arkansas photos taken over the last 40 years. The Shiloh Museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

Museum Open House to Feature Local Collectors
The Shiloh Museum ’s third annual “Cabin Fever Reliever,” a celebration of the New Year, will take placeSaturday, January 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the museum. “This year, we’ve invited some two dozen local collectors to display items from their collections during our open house,” said Susan Young, museum outreach coordinator. “A wide variety of collections will be shown, including antique postcards, bottles, Depression glass, pig collectibles, and Civil War bonds. We’ll even have a display of classic cars owned by Rick Evans of Springdale , and folk duo Still on the Hill will show part of their vast ball collection,” added Young.

Other activities include a “Mysterious Artifact” display for kids, a drawing for two behind-the-scenes tours of the museum’s collections storage area, and door prizes. The Shiloh Museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

Arkansas Apple History

Dr. Roy Rom, emeritus professor of horticulture at the University of Arkansas , and owner of Rom Family Orchard in Fayetteville , will present a slide program entitled “ Arkansas ’s Apple Roots,” Wednesday, January 19 at noon at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The Shiloh Museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

Writing Group

LifeWriters, a group for people interested in writing the stories of their own lives or those of family and friends, will meet Monday, January 3 and Monday, January 17 at 10:00 a.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call June Jefferson at 790-2588.

Storytellers Group

The Tellers of Tales group for storytellers will meet Saturday, January 15 at 10:30 a.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. All tellers and listeners are invited to attend. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale .  For more information, call 750-8165.

Railway Society

The Boston Mountain Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society will meet Thursday, January 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

Sacred Harp Singers

The Northwest Arkansas Sacred Harp Singers will meet Sunday, January 23 at 1:30 p.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

Civil War Roundtable

The Northwest Arkansas Civil War Roundtable will meet Thursday, January 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History. The museum is located at the corner of Johnson and Main in downtown Springdale . For more information, call 750-8165.

Susan Young

Outreach Coordinator

Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

118 W. Johnson Avenue

Springdale, AR  72764

479-750-8165