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Community Calendar: Feb. 15 update

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ONGOING

Through March 8: The West Plains Council on the Arts hosts an exhibition, “Then and Now — Artistic Journey of Ann Kulpa,” in the gallery on the mezzanine in the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. The public is welcome to view works during regular center hours.

Through March 31 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays) The artwork of Barbara Williams will be on display on the first floor of the Ozarks Small Business Incubator, 408 Washington Ave.

Through March 31 (9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays) West Plains Council on the Arts will exhibit the artwork of West Plains R-7 students at the West Plains Public Library, 750 W. Broadway.

Through April 15: The West Plains Council on the Arts is acceptation submissions for a juried 2-D and 3-D exhibit for current and retired art teachers. Email photos of up to five proposed works to info@westplainsarts.org.

Through April 15: The West Plains Senior Center, 416 E. Main St., offers free tax counseling for the elderly. Call 417-256-4055 to make an appointment.

TODAY

Feb. 15 (9 a.m. to noon) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host a prescribed burn demonstration field day for those who have completed the online course at www.hunter-ed.com/prescribed burn. There is a $25 charge for the online course, which can be completed in two to four hours. Participants should bring their certificates of completion and mileage sheet to the field day at Twin Pines. A burn will be conducted, so dress accordingly with leather boots and gloves, cotton pants and long-sleeve shirts and safety glasses. Sign up online by going to mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com, selecting “Shannon” in the drop-down menu labeled “County,” and clicking search to scroll and find the event listed.

Feb. 15-March 15 (noon to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays) The Harlin Museum, 405 Worcester St., holds its annual photography show. Admission to view the exhibit is free.

Feb. 15 (1 and 4 p.m.) Grizzly Baseball vs. Spoon River, Zizzer Ballpark, Howell Avenue.

Feb. 15 (2-4 p.m.) The West Plains Council on the Arts will host a reception for the exhibit, “Then and Now — Artistic Journey of Ann Kulpa,” in the gallery on the mezzanine of the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. All are invited to attend, meet Kulpa and discuss her works.

Feb. 15 (5-6:30 p.m.) Grizzly Homecoming Gathering for alumni and friends at KC’s Sports Bistro, 409 Washington Ave. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and Grizzly cocktails before the annual Grizzly Homecoming Game. No charge to attend, but registration is required and may be completed online at alumni.missouristate.edu/grizzlygathering.

Feb. 15 (7 p.m.) Annual Grizzly Homecoming Game vs. Mineral Area College at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned at halftime.

Feb. 15 (7 p.m.) Native Souls will perform hard rock in concert at the Avenue Theatre, 307 Washington Ave. Tickets are $10 at the door or may be purchased online at theavenuetheatre.org.

SUNDAY

Feb. 16 (1 and 4 p.m.) Grizzly Baseball vs. Spoon River, Zizzer Ballpark, Howell Avenue.

MONDAY

Feb. 17: Presidents Day. All government offices will be closed. MSU-WP campus will be closed and no classes will be held.

TUESDAY

Feb. 18, March 11, April 15 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers Preparing for Breastfeeding classes for expectant mothers. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

WEDNESDAY

Feb. 19 (5:30 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will hold a community education dinner at the Mtn. Grove YMCA, 1 YMCA Drive. Cardiologist Dr. Muhammad Khan will discuss advanced heart care over a complimentary dinner. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 417-256-9111 ext. 6735.

THURSDAY

Feb. 20 (4-6 p.m.) West Plains Downtown will host a commercial real estate tour and networking event. Meet at 509 Washington Ave., the former Butler Furniture storage building being turned into The Corner Spot, future home to Wages Brewing Company and other local businesses. After the tour, a mixer with wine and appetizers will be held.

FRIDAY

Feb. 21: Red Carpet Day for area high school juniors and seniors at MSU-WP. Program features informational sessions, walking tour of campus and complimentary lunch. For more information or to register, call 417-255-7955.

Feb. 21 (8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.) The Howell County Extension is offering an intensive Hay School workshop at the extension office, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. The program features several speakers and is intended for hay producers and purchasers. The cost is $10 and includes lunch. To register, call 417-256-2391 or register online at extension.missouri.edu/events/howell-county-hay-school.

NEXT WEEK

Feb. 22 (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Summit will host a R.A.I.S.E. Workshop with Convoy of Hope at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. Churches wishing to participate may register online at forms.monday.com/forms/5125cac1fd2f68bcb7b9c5dad4446f83.

Feb. 22 (6-9 p.m.) The Lincoln School Project will host a special Black History Month performance by the Lincoln University Vocal Ensemble at Dev’s Steakhouse Performance Hall, 37 Court Square. Tickets are $180 per six-seat table or $35 per person and include a pasta dinner. Purchase online at LincolnSchoolProject.com under the “Donate” tab. For more information email lincolnschool65775@gmail.com or call 281-706-3420.

Feb. 24-28: People can receive free heart health screenings at Ozarks Healthcare Family locations. Screenings include a lipid panel, glucose, A1C and blood pressure check. Call the Alton clinic at 417-778-7227; Gainesville, 417-679-4613; Mtn. Grove, 417-926-6563; Mtn. View, 417-934-2273; Thayer, 417-265-7136; West Plains Family Medicine, 417-257-5911; West Plains Family Care, 417-255-8645; or Winona, 573-325-4237.

Feb. 24 (5:30 p.m.) The Lincoln School Project will host a presentation by the Justice for Celia Coalition on the legacy of Celia Newsom, including the family’s reaction to her pardon made by former Gov. Mike Parson. The session will be held at Lincoln School, 1400 Pony Thomas Drive. RSVP by emailing lincolnschool65775@gmail.com or sending a message to @thelincolnschoolproject on Facebook Messenger.

Feb. 25 (10 a.m.) An African American Read-in event will be held at the West Plains Public Library, 750 W. Main St. A children’s book written by an African American author will be read during children’s story time.

Feb. 25 (noon) The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Chapter 695 will meet at Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 1449 Preacher Roe Blvd. Judith Revels will present “Driving the Alcan Highway 1978.” All active and retired federal employees and spouses are invited to attend.

Feb. 25 (6 p.m.) The Ozarks Heritage Research Center will host a presentation, “Lincoln School’s Legacy of Service: Honoring Soldiers from WWI to the Gulf War” in the center inside MSU-WP’s Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St. Speaker will be Lincoln School Project cofounder Crocket Oaks III. The presentation is free to all and light refreshments will be served. For more information contact Rebekah McKinney, 417-255-7949 or rebekahmckinney@missouristate.edu.

Feb. 26 (5:30 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will hold a community education dinner in the West Plains High School cafeteria, 602 E. Olden St. Cardiologist Dr. Hussain Ibrahim will share his insights on heart health over a free dinner. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 417-256-9111 ext. 6735.

Feb. 26 (6 p.m.) An African American Read-in event will be held at Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St. Excerpts from “James” by Percival Everett will be read. The novel is a reimagining of Huckleberry Finn from Jim’s perspective, exploring themes of slavery, identity and freedom.

Feb. 27 (10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) MSU-WP will host a Career Fair at the Student Recreation Center, 323 W. Trish Knight St. The free event welcomes students, alumni and community members to network with employers to explore career opportunities and apply for available positions onsite. Dress professionally and bring an updated resume. Employers from all industries are invited and may contact Career Services Director Lindsey Hicks at 417-255-7230 or wpcareer@missouristate.edu.

Feb. 27 (4-5 p.m. [virtual] and 6-7:30 p.m. [in-person]) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host Nature Art: Pine Needlers, a 12-month project group meeting through May using embroidery techniques to explore Missouri’s native wildflowers. By signing up, you are committing to all 12 months. Registration required. Sign up online by going to mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com, selecting “Shannon” in the drop-down menu labeled “County,” and clicking search to scroll and find the event listed.

Feb. 28 (8 .m.) Check-in begins for the annual MSU-WP welding competition, open to area high school juniors and seniors participating in welding programs. The contest will be at Pace Industrial Science Center, 218 W. Broadway, and competition starts at 9 a.m. Register online at wp.missouristate.edu/workforce; scroll down to “Welding Competition” and click “Register Now.” A school sponsor or instructor is required for students to register; those who are homeschooled or not currently attending high school should email trevorcressman@missouristate.edu for more information.

Feb. 28 (5:30 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will hold a community education dinner at the Thayer High School cafeteria, 401 E. Walnut St. in Thayer. Cardiologist Dr. A.K. George will discuss heart health and care over a complimentary dinner. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 417-256-9111 ext. 6735.

March

March 1 (8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host Historic and Primitive Skills: Primitive Arrow Making. Learn to make a primitive arrow with hand tools using Native American techniques and materials native to Missouri such as river cane, turkey feathers, deer sinew and pine pitch. Bring leather gloves and a pocketknife. Blue jeans are recommended to be worn. Materials will be provided, but participants may bring preferred personal resources. Sign up online by going to mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com, selecting “Shannon” in the drop-down menu labeled “County,” and clicking search to scroll and find the event listed.

March 1 (1-4 p.m.) The Shannon County Museum, 118 Main St. in Eminence, will host Author’s Day featuring local authors writing on topics of interest to Shannon County area enthusiasts. Refreshments will be provided.

March 4 (6:30 p.m.) The Friends of the Garnett Library will host Bingo Night at MSU-WP’s Hass-Darr Hall, 201 Garfield Ave. Prizes will be available, along with food. The event is free and open to all. Call 417-255-7940 or email friendsofgarnettlibrary@missouristate.edu for more information.

March 6 (noon) The Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly luncheon in the civic center’s Magnolia Room, sponsored by the Child Advocacy Center and featuring speaker Dr. Greg Carter, West Plains Public Library manager. RSVP by Feb. 28 by emailing info@wpchamber.com. Attendance is free, but lunch is $14.

March 6 (5:30 p.m.) The annual meeting of the Howell County Council of University of Missouri Extension will be held in the extension office, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd. A light meal will be served and a program will begin at 6 p.m. with the presentation of the State Fair Farm Family, Missouri Century Farm family and Leader’s Honor Roll recipient. Newly elected officers will be sworn in. RSVP by calling 417-256-2391 or emailing howellco@missouri.edu with attendees’ names by March 3.

March 7 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Archaeologist Jason Eeds will present “Only in Arkansas: The Archeology and History of the Cherokee Village Area,” focused on a period of time from 12,000-plus years ago to the 1500s.

March 8 (7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) The 14th annual Salem High School Beta Bass Tournament will take place at the Henderson, Ark., boat ramp, where registration, takeoff and weigh-in will all be held. Day-of registration is open from 6 to 7:25 a.m. The cost to enter is $100 per boat plus $10 for an optional trash fish pot. Cash awards will be given. All proceeds go toward Salem High School Beta Club. For more information call or text Kim at 870-750-1039 or follow “Salem Greyhounds Beta Club” on Facebook.

March 8, May 10 (8 a.m. to noon) Ozarks Healthcare offers Prepared Childbirth classes, recommended for new parents in the second trimester of pregnancy. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

March 10 and 11: Glenwood School will hold preschool and kindergarten screenings by appointment. Call the office at 417-256-4849 to schedule an appointment.

March 11, June 10, Sept. 9, Dec. 9 (8-11 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare Laboratory Services offers low-cost lab screenings at OZH locations in Alton, Gainesville, Mtn. Grove, Mtn. View, Thayer, Winona, and OZH Family Care, 1307 Porter Wagoner Blvd., and the walk-in clinic at 181 N. Kentucky, Suite 100, in West Plains. Available screenings: CBC, CMP, A1C and Lipid panel; prostate cancer; thyroid; and vitamin D. Call 417-257-6736 for more information.

March 14 (noon to 1:30 p.m.) A legislative luncheon sponsored by Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative will be held in the Magnolia Room of the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis Street. Register by March 7 by emailing info@wpchamber.com.

March 15 (2 p.m.) A meet-and-greet reception for photographers whose works are exhibited in the Harlin Museum annual Photography Show, plus their guests, will be held, followed by an award ceremony at 3:30 p.m. at the museum, 405 Worcester St.

March 18, April 8 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers Heart Saver Infant CPR classes, recommended for new parents in the third trimester of pregnancy or after infant birth up to a year. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

March 29 (9 a.m. to noon) A 4-H and FFA youth small-animal weigh-in will be held at the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds.

April

April 4 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Geologist Doug Hanson will present “Only in Arkansas: Lithium Resources in Arkansas.”

April 9 (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) and 10 (8 a.m. to noon) West Plains R-7 School District will host kindergarten screenings at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. for children living within West Plains Elementary and South Fork Elementary school districts who will be 5 by Aug. 1. The Howell County Health Department will be on hand to give immunizations. Make an appointment by calling 417-256-6158 for West Plains Elementary or 417-256-2836 for South Fork.

April 10 (noon to 4 p.m.) and 11 (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) West Plains R-7 School District will host preschool screenings at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. for children living within West Plains Elementary and South Fork Elementary school districts who will be 4 by Aug. 1. The Howell County Health Department will be on hand to give immunizations. Make an appointment by calling 417-256-6158 for West Plains Elementary or 417-256-2836 for South Fork.

April 10, June 12 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers New Parent Skills classes, recommended for new parents in the third trimester of pregnancy. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

April 11 (9:30, 10:25 and 11:15 a.m.) High school students from across the region will gather at MSU-WP to participate in the annual Interscholastic Contest, in its 37th year. For participation information contact Anna Estrella at anaestrellariollano@missouristate.edu or 417-255-7710, Jessica Banning at jessicabarton@missouristate.edu or 417-255-7254, or the contest committee at wpisc@missouristate.edu.

April 11-12: Save the date for the Salem Home and Garden Show at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Salem, Ark. Details to be announced. For more information, contact Renee at Mustard Seed Nursery and Landscaping by phone, 870-656-7724, or email, mustardseedmomma@yahoo.com.

April 12: Save the date for the Child Advocacy Center’s annual Balloon Glow.

April 17-19: West Plains Citywide Yard Sale. Permit fees for yard sales are waived.

April 21-25: West Plains Citywide Cleanup Week.

April 28: Richards School will hold preschool screenings at its early childhood center, 3075 Holiday Lane, for children turning 4 by Aug. 1. Schedule an appointment by calling 417-256-5239.

April 30: Richards School will hold kindergarten screenings at its early childhood center, 3075 Holiday Lane, for children turning 5 by Aug. 1. Schedule an appointment by calling 417-256-5239.

May

May 2 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Dr. Rodney Harris, chair of Williams Baptist College Department of History, will present “Only in Arkansas: Notorious Arkansas Swindler Dr. John Kizer,” described by organizers as a “true story of murderous greed.”

May 3 (9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.) The Paws for a Cause Pet show and Festival at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St., aims to raise funds for Ozarks Pet Rescue. There are 8 competition categories, and a variety of vendors. Prospective vendors and contestants can learn more at “Paws for a Cause” on Facebook, or email jlcarroll15@icloud.com or call/text 417-293-2551. Vendors must sign up by April 15.

May 10 (noon to 4 p.m.) Christos House’s annual Chocolate Festival will be held at First United Methodist Church, 503 W. Main St. In addition to tasting chocolate samples, attendees can bid in a silent auction through the event and at a 1 p.m. live auction. Children 10 and younger admitted free with adult supervision. Entry fee of $10 includes 15 tasting tickets; additional tickets available for $1 each or $ for 6. For more information or to donate visit christoshousmo.org or call 417-256-3408.

May 13, June 17, July 8, Aug. 19(6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers Preparing for Breastfeeding classes for expectant mothers. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

May 17-June 21: The West Plains Council on the Arts will host a 2-D and 3-D exhibit for current and retired art teachers in the gallery on the mezzanine in the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St.

May 20, June 10, July 15, Aug. 12 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers Heart Saver Infant CPR classes, recommended for new parents in the third trimester of pregnancy or after infant birth up to a year. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

May 24 (2-4 p.m.) A meet-the-artists event for current and retired art teachers whose works are on display will be hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts in the gallery on the mezzanine at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. All are invited to attend, meet the artists and discuss the pieces.

May 30-June 1: The inaugural West Plains Tattoo Expo and Food Truck Festival will be held at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. The tattoo and body-piercing convention is open to the public and runs from noon to 8 p.m. May 30, noon to 10 p.m. May 31 and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 1. Three-day passes are available for $60, or single-day passes for $20. Applications for artists and vendors are being accepted. Fill out forms, purchase tickets and learn more at westplainstattooexpo.com or find the “West Plains Tattoo Expo & Food Truck Festival” event page on Facebook.

May 31 (6 p.m.) The Boys & Girls Club of Greater West Plains presents West Plains first-ever Masked Singer contest at Rubydoo’s Vintage Events Center, 9240 County Road 9190. Can you guess who’s behind the mask? The event features dinner, a silent auction, giveaway drawings and a costume contest. Tickets are $60 in advance or $75 at the door; a table for eight may be reserved for $750. Sponsorships are available. Reserve tickets on Eventbrite under “Masked Singer Masquerade.” For more information call 417-204-2582.

2025

June 1-7: The Heart of the Ozarks Fair will be held at the fairgrounds on North U.S. 63.

June 6: The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will hold its summer picnic in Cherokee Village, Ark.

July 4 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Dr. Jason Kennedy, assistant anthropology professor at Lyons College, will present “Born to Run: The Evolution of Human Locomotion,” offering a brief overview of our ancestors starting with bipedalism, beginning about 22 million years ago.

July 12, Sept. 13, Nov. 8 (8 a.m. to noon) Ozarks Healthcare offers Prepared Childbirth classes, recommended for new parents in the second trimester of pregnancy. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

July 12: The Fulton County Fair Beauty Pageants and Youth Talent Contest will be held in the Salem (Ark.) Civic Center at the fairgrounds. Pageants for infants to children age 10 will be held in the afternoon, and for ages 11 to 23 at 7 p.m. The Youth Talent Contest will also be held at 7. Entry forms are online at www.fultoncountyfair.org or may be picked up at the fair office, 124 Arena Lane in Salem. All forms should be delivered in person or emailed to fultonpageants@gmail.com due to problems with mail delivery. Forms are due by July 1. For more information call the fair office, 870-895-5565.

Aug. 1 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Dr. Brooks Blevins, MSU professor of Ozarks Studies, will present “Only in Arkansas: How to Talk Ozark, One,” a lighthearted presentation exploring early ethnic and cultural influences on the region through the lens of dialect and accent.

Aug. 14, Oct. 9, Dec. 11 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers New Parent Skills classes, recommended for new parents in the third trimester of pregnancy. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

Sept. 9, Oct. 21, Nov. 11, Dec. 16 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers Preparing for Breastfeeding classes for expectant mothers. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

Sept. 16, Oct. 14, Nov. 18, Dec. 9 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers Heart Saver Infant CPR classes, recommended for new parents in the third trimester of pregnancy or after infant birth up to a year. Classes are free to parents planning to deliver at OZH Women’s Center, or for those planing to deliver elsewhere, a one-time $75 fee to attend one or all classes will be charged. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. Tours will be offered after classes for interested parents.

Oct. 3 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Dr. Bari Hanafi, assistant geology professor at University of Arkansas-Little Rock will present “Rock Salt: Studying Squeeze Rocks.” Rock salt is a unique type of rock that can flow like a liquid in response to geological stress.

Oct. 17-18: The Ozarks Heritage Festival celebration of traditional Ozarks music and arts will be held in downtown West Plains.

Nov. 7 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark. Geologist Mike Howard will present “Exploring Flourescence,” complete with a light show of fluorescent minerals.

Nov. 17-24: Save the date for Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift collections.

Dec. 5: The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will meet at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road, Cherokee Village, Ark., for its annual Christmas party.



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