ES Fun Guide by Eureka Springs Independent

Chief Whipping Post C.D. White Contributors Nancy Fuller Mary Flood

Photos by Jeremy mason mcGraw – eurekaPostcards.com

is all about fun and it’s actually a guide! What to do, where to go, how to get there and how to plan a day in order to get it all in – packed into one publication you can keep in your car or hotel room and consult about how to make the most of your time in Eureka Springs. Story ideas and information for Independent Fun Guide can be emailed to newsdesk@eurekaspringsindependent.com.

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Art Director and D(sigh)n Perlinda Pettigrew-Owens Photographers Jeremy Mason McGraw Jerry Hinton Purdy Art Co. Steven Foster Joe Skaggs

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Once again, the call goes out to attend the biggest motorcycle blow-out event in Midwest America – Bikes, Blues and BBQ held in nearby Fayetteville during the last week in September. This event brings thousands of riders into the Ozarks from all over the United States and gives them a true taste of our hospitality. We extend a warm (hopefully not hot!) welcome to our great city of Eureka Springs. We offer not just great riding but great food, great places to relax and great shopping in Eureka Springs. We invite you to come take full advantage of every one of these. Ride hard, get put up wet and have a big blowout time at Bikes, Blues and BBQ – but then come kick back and relax with us in Eureka Springs! Be safe, Morris R. Pate, Mayor City of Eureka Springs +

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elcome to Eureka Springs and a dazzling array of places to go and things to do while the weather is agreeable and our little village is sparkling. Whether your prescription is for excitement or relaxation, we have just what the doctor ordered. The winding roads and cooler temperatures beckon to motorcyclists of all ages this time of year, and our own mayor is no exception:

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What the heck is this? Oh, glad you noticed. This is a “Eureka spring,” and you’ll find them throughout the Fun Guide. Count them all correctly and you’ll win tickets to a great show in Eureka Springs. Hand someone your cell phone or camera and email your answer and a snap of you with this issue to perlinda@gmail.com. If you’re correct – wooo hooo, you’re an honorary Eureka Springer and you’ll be in the next issue of the Fun Guide! +

pen seven days a week, the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Center is located in Pine Mountain Village on 62E just a minute or two from downtown. Racks of brochures and publications as well as maps and posters are on hand to make sure you get the latest information on places to stay, eat and visit. You’ll also find information on art galleries, attractions, events, restaurants, shopping, real estate and wedding services. Friendly staff will be able to help you with tickets to shows, direct you to points of interest, and are always happy to make a phone call to get any information that’s not already in print at your fingertips. Start your visit in the media room with a brief film on the history of Eureka Springs and you’re ready to plan your adventure! +

Ready, set, GO... Events at a glance Fun Tour of the Springs Brunch in a glass Leather Report Top 5 reasons to stay away Roving with Rover Map

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Wings take flight Dining suggestions Jazz Eureka What to see on 23 Music and comedy Farmers’ Market

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And... What is that thing? A QR (Quick Response) Code is the trademark for a matrix barcode (or twodimensional code) first designed for Toyota to keep track of their automobile production. The system became popular due to its fast readability and large storage capacity and is now seen on all manner of advertising and informational signage. (Download QR Reader for free). QR codes have even been printed on T-shirts so interested parties passing by can just aim their smart phones over the code and get all the wearer’s important information. But, alas, the QR codes in the Fun Guide will only take you to a website, map or other pertinent info so you can find out what’s on a menu, where the riding stable is or just let the people looking all over town for you know where to find you. +

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Events at a glance September and October are filled with interesting things to do and people to meet in Eureka Springs – and the weather’s friendly, too. Come hang out with the locals or build your own adventure, and remember to bring the camera!

SEPTEMBER Poetluck Literary Salon Sept. 20 6 – 9 p.m.

Potluck and salon. If you like to write or just like to hear well-known or up-and-coming writers read from their work, you’re welcome to drop in at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow, 515 Spring Street. If you’re traveling don’t worry about bringing a dish, there’s always enough. (479) 253-7444. www.writerscolony.org

Jazz Eureka headlines Delfeayo Marsalis! Sept. 20 – 23

Shows in the Auditorium and at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center. See full schedule on page 18. Advance tickets at www.theaud.org or at the door 30 minutes prior to show time. Jazz fans, dig this: local and regional jazz artists swing it hot and cool – and free - in Basin Park all weekend. For full line-up and times see the events calendar at www. eurekasprings.org.

Grove of the Elders Sept. 22 5 – 8 p.m.

Celebrate the equinox, harvest, autumn, wisdom and maturity at the Outdoor Meditation Sanctuary, 266 County Road 3027. Come participate in the Gaia apple ritual. Bring vegan fall foods and instruments to make music.

Fall Heritage Festival Sept. 22 – 23

Retreat at Sky Ridge, 637 County Rd. 111 off US 62W. Family-friendly event showcasing local artists and musicians as well as traditional crafts, Ozarks history and resources. Art, crafts, hayrides, door prizes, swap, fishing contest, ice cream making contest, horse rides, local produce and farm-related vendors. Fri. 5 – 8 p.m., Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. See www. fallheritagefestival.com for directions and details. (479) 253-9465.

7th Annual Adventure Into Art Eureka Springs Artists Studio Tour Sept. 21 – 23

Visit 14 artists’ studios open to the public on a free self-guided tour. Get tour maps at the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center at Pine Mountain Village, Eureka Springs trolley stations, downtown galleries and various locations in town. Preview artist information and maps at www.eurekaspringsstudiotour.com.

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EurekaPalooza Sept. 22

Lake Leatherwood City Park – gates open at 11 a.m. Two music stages, pie contest, Kid Zone, vendors, concessions, camping. Festival fun and entertainment all day. Free admission. For the benefit of Clear Spring School. www.eurekapalooza.com

Eureka House Concerts Sept. 23

Doors open at 5 p.m. with a meet-and-greet potluck followed by music beginning around 6 p.m. in the old white church at 17 Elk St. Featured is Austin, Texas’s Johann Wagner, a troubadour in the tradition of Bob Dylan and Towns Van Zandt. Opening for him is Eureka Springs’ own Michael Garrett, an amazing songwriter. Tickets $15 at the door. www.eurekahouseconcerts.com

Bikes, Blues and BBQ Sept. 26 – 29

in nearby Fayetteville. Music all day, every day. Bike shows, judging, cook offs and rallies. Estimated 400,000 people attended last year. New this year is the first Classic Car Show – Northwest Arkansas Mall in North Fayetteville on Sept. 29. Complete music lineup, bike show and event times at www.bikesbluesandbbq.org

OCTOBER Haunted Hay Rides Oct. 1 – 31

Family-friendly Halloween fun at Bear Mountain Stables, three miles west of Eureka Springs on 62W. Rides hourly beginning at dark until 11 p.m. Adults $10, Children $8. Free popcorn. (479) 253-6185 or (800) 805-8005. www.bearmountainstables.com

Eagle Watch and Fall Foliage Tours on Beaver Lake October 1 – 31

Expert guides with 23 years’ experience give you insight on the Bald Eagle’s habits and habitat and give you the opportunity to see the eagles in person on an hour-and-15-minute cruise on the Belle of the Ozarks. Bring the camera! (800) 552-3803. Email viator@ipa.net or visit www.estc.net/belle.

22nd Annual Corvette Weekend Oct. 4 –7 Saturday,

Oct. 6: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Owner’s Choice Car Show and For Sale Corral at Pine Mountain Village; 1 – 2 p.m. (est.) Autocross, Fuel Economy Run and Car Show Awards. When’s the parade? 8 p.m. Parade of Champions departure from Victoria Inn to the Inn of the Ozarks Best Western. (417) 862-7232 or www.eurekaspringscorvette.org.

44th Annual Ozark Creative Writers’ Conference Oct. 11 – 14 Authors, agents, speakers and

seminars. www.ozarkcreativewriters.org

Voices from the Silent City Oct. 12 – 13

Step into the past and hear stories from Eureka Springs’ original residents as they leave their resting places to speak with you. Costumed guided historical tours at the Eureka Springs Municipal Cemetery, U.S. 62 East. Parking and shuttles available. (479) 253-9417. www.eurekaspringshistoricalmuseum.org.

Second Saturday Gallery Stroll Oct. 13

The city’s art galleries’ monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6 – 9 p.m. throughout town at participating galleries. Unique art, artists’ receptions, refreshments and more. www.artofeureka.com.

Fall War Eagle Mill Antique and Craft Show Oct. 18 – 21

Wide variety of crafts and food concessions in nearby War Eagle. Booths close at 5:30 p.m. Thurs. - Sat., and 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Juried participants from across the United States. (479) 789-5343, visit www. wareaglemill.com or email info@wareaglemill.com.

Poetluck Literary Salon Oct. 18

A potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow, 515 Spring Street. Hear famous and up-and-coming authors read from their work and hobnob with local writers. Free event. (479) 253-7444. www.writerscolony.org.

Annual Fall Carnegie Library Fall Book Sale Oct. 18 – 20

At the historic Carnegie Public Library on Spring Street. Bring a tote bag! (479) 253-8754, info@eurekalibrary.org.

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ast month we toured the springs from Blue Spring to Sweet Spring. If you’d like to catch up, see the first part at www.eurekaspringsindependent. com and click Fun Guide. Now that the weather is cooler, we’re exploring the spring at the beating heart of town, and others in the oldest neighborhoods around. This will be an excellent walking tour on a pleasant day as well as a glimpse into ancient Eureka.

Basin Spring

Basin Park is where our town was officially founded in 1879. The hundreds of people who gathered around this spring on July 4 long ago may not have actually shouted Eureka (“I have found it!”) but they certainly felt it in their hearts enough to give the town a proper rousing name. This spring is actually located below the cement park floor, and the stone basin that was used for centuries to collect the healing waters still exists. If you leave Basin Spring and head down the sidewalk toward South Main Street in the direction of the Trolley Depot, you’ll see a historical marker and a flight of stairs. Up those stairs is a small cave where wounded soldiers from both sides of the Civil War were treated with water from Basin Spring. After the settlement popped up, it became a bar. (Some things never change.)

Califf Spring

Walk back down the stairs and continue to your right past a bevy of lovely shops and eateries until see the Trolley Depot across the street on your left. Continue on and within a block you’ll find the Eureka Springs Historical Museum on your right. Pop in and learn about this wild, colorful town, including why we’ve never worried about bank robberies since 1923. Next to the museum is a tiny park and Califf Spring, named so because the building housing the museum was once called Califf House. On the other side of the museum is the Cora Pinkley Call cabin, where the local historian wrote many of her books. Before

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Basin Spring self-publishing was a trend, Ms. Call wrote and published on her own from the 1930s into the 1970s, including a neat little book called “Stair-step Town,” which is still available today. Cross the street and head back up Main Street toward the City Auditorium, where celebrities from John Philip Sousa to Ray Charles have played. You’ll pass more shops and eateries on Main Stree. Ready for a break? Stop in at Mud Street or the New Delhi Café for a quick bite, because you’ll need your strength for our last leg. After lunch, continue on Main Street until you come to the Grand Central Hotel. Just

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past the hotel, you’ll see Flint Street Chapel, home to our local food pantry, next to roads going up the hill on each side of the chapel – actually one road making a loop around a mountainside neighborhood filled with springs, historic homes and a lake.

Onyx Spring / Laundry Spring

Take the left side of the loop and walk up Flint Street. Along the way you’ll see homes and quiet beauty. Stop if you need to, because this hill is steep. When you get the top, turn right. (If you stay to the left, you’ll hike up the hill past homes along East Mountain, and discover East Mountain Overlook, an amazing panoramic view of downtown.) Across the street you’ll see Onyx Spring, which is a great place for a little break. This spring had onyx formations that were wiped out rather quickly in a time before natural preservation was in vogue. It’s also known as Laundry Spring, because people did their laundry here. Continue along to the right, and you’ll soon find Hatchet Hall, a private home that was once the residence of Carry A. Nation, a fierce, hatchet-toting anti-alcohol advocate during the Temperance movement. Across the street from Hatchet Hall is the spring she found in a dream and made real after a suitable application of dynamite.

Laundry Spring

Little Eureka Spring

Little Lake Eureka

Little Eureka Spring / Little Lake Eureka

Further down you’ll see Little Eureka Spring, once touted as the purest water in the world and believed to alleviate arthritis. Continue along this road, and within a couple of minutes you’ll find Little Lake Eureka. This lake was enlarged when residents built a small dam, and it served as social center and water supply. If you’re driving, be slow and careful around this tight corner. You’ll pass Little Lake Eureka Park, along with some historic homes.

Cave Spring

You’re now heading back down on the other side of the loop on Douglas Street toward the Grand Central Hotel. Within a couple of blocks you’ll see Cave Spring, which still bears faint writing above the entrance. Amble on down the hill and our spring tour is over; but once you’re at the hotel, take some time to explore North Main Street to the right and enjoy walking on level ground. You’ll find interesting art galleries, businesses and more historic sites to explore, rounding out a fun, full day of discovering Eureka’s springs. + Mid Sept.-Mid Oct. 2012

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By Nancy Fuller

Photos by mary Flood

ooking for a way to kick off a morning, relaxing and planning a day in Eureka, or seeking something to cure what ailed you the night before? The Bloody Mary is a classic go-to cocktail with a long and storied history. The Bloody Mary’s origin is unclear but rumor has it that a fellow named Fernand Petiot invented the drink in 1921 while working at the New York Bar in Paris, which later became Harry’s New York Bar, a frequent Paris hangout for Ernest Hemingway and other American expatriates. At Eureka Live Underground and the Beer Garden at Eureka Live (35 N. Main next to the Grand Central Hotel), owners Walter Burrell and Lee Keating boast the largest Bloody Mary bar in the Ozarks. Open Wednesday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., the Bloody Mary Bar is in charge with 130 varieties of vodka and counting, three dozen sauces and more than 30 items to dress up your drink including celery, pickled okra, pepperoni, shrimp, oysters, olives, dill or spicy pickles, sweet red peppers, ~ and a myriad of other tasty breadsticks, pretzels, jalapenos treats to make your cocktail into a meal. Some call it “brunch in a glass!” It all starts with choosing vodka from an extensive ~ to selection featuring every flavor from jalapeno pomegranate and coffee to chocolate. And you won’t find tomato vodka anywhere else in town. Next comes the secret Bloody Mary mix, not too spicy, just enough kick. Or, if you prefer, tomato juice or vegetable juice is available straight or combined with the secret base mix. Whatever you choose to skewer, float on, drop into or hang on your drink is up to you – including sauces to bring the heat. Walter and Lee are attentive hosts who believe there are no visitors to their establishment –only guests. The outdoor beer garden has plenty of covered seating. An outdoor grill turning out delicious burgers, tenderloin and other grilled fare sends savory smells into the streets. There is plenty of indoor fun as well, with large screen televisions and Eureka’s largest dance floor. “Where adults can be kids again” is the motto at Eureka Live, and if you like an interactive experience, building your own Bloody Mary is a great start. + Go to the Bloody Mary bar at Eureka Live and create a combination. If the bartender says no one has ever tried that before, get someone to take a photo and email it with your smiling face and your amazing Bloody Mary ingredients to newsdesk@eurekaspringindependent. com and you just might find yourself in the next Fun Guide! +

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hatever the weather, you want to ride in appropriate gear. Here are a couple of places to find it. Road Dawgs Place at 528 West Van Buren (US 62W) has a great selection of biker leather; special women’s section with leather skirts, pants, shorts, undies, halters and more! Jackets, vests, chaps, T-shirts, doo-rags, saddlebags, grip and leather fringe. Patches and sewing available. A great poker run stop. (479)253-8474. www.roaddawgsplace@cox.net. GPS: N36.4211119 W93.7699931. At 39 Classic Cycle at US 62E and Onyx Cave Road you’ll find a cool collection of new and used leathers, helmets and biker gear, but this is also the place to go if anything on your bike

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fell off, got knocked off, wore out, got clogged, blew out or just doesn’t do what it used to do any more. Minor repairs, parts, filters, tires and tire repair, oil changes and anything that works or fits on a bike – chances are you can replace it at 39 Classic Cycle Motorcycle and ATV Sales and Service. They have 100 varieties of tires. It’s also a museum of sorts – so check out the 1946 Harley Hummer and a 1926 Harley motor on display. There are also bikes on consignment sale. (479) 3636087. Just opened in time for biking season is the new leather shop at Pig Trail Kart n Golf on US 62E. It’s also a great place to hop into something with four wheels and take a spin on the go-

kart track. There’s pool, skeeball, air hockey and plenty of arcade games as well as two putt-putt courses, one of which is reputed to be one of the most difficult in the country. (479) 363-6642. No leathers at Pig Trail HarleyDavidson in the Gaskins Switch Mall

at 2047 E. Van Buren, but it’s still high Harley fashion a la Project (HarleyDavidson) Runway. Find everything Harley from sunglasses to branded clothing, headgear and more (479) 3636224. Toll Free: (877) 633-9797. www. pigtrail.com. +

That guy out by the road with a camera is Joe Skaggs, an action photographer of motorcyclists riding the scenic highways near Eureka Springs. His goal is to take quality action shots like this one and make them available at a reasonable price in hopes of preserving memories and history for years to come. He also offers an assortment of photographic gift items and has a great photo gallery and blog at www.RidePics.net. You can also call him at (479) 5316129 to find out where he will be photographing riders when you are in the area. Strut that bike, man! +

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! A CH Donna and Carl Adrian of Nixa, Mo., decided on a whim to ring in 30 years of wedded bliss with an impromptu trip to Eureka Springs. They’d passed through several times while motorcycling but this was their first real visit. They did things up right by celebrating with music, dancing and a whole lot of fun at the Cathouse Lounge. During their several days in town, the happy couple enjoyed fine restaurants, shopping and milder temperatures that were a far cry from the heat that baked everyone this summer. They’ve already planned a return visit for later this fall and look forward to experiencing more of what Eureka Springs has to offer. + Mid Sept.-Mid Oct. 2012

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The New Great Passion Play offers more than just an inspirational play. New daytime events bring inspiration and fun for the whole family – The New

The New Great Passion Play

Living Bible tour, Christian Dinner Theater, Bible Museum, Sacred Arts Center and much more. For a complete day of family fun call 1-800-882-7529 for reservations or purchase online and save at www. greatpassionplay. com. Play at 7:30 p.m. No play on Sunday and Monday, but day events are open. Come see the Christ of the Ozarks statue! +

Thumb’s up for Eureka Springs! But here’s

reasons to stay away until Halloween is over.

2. Haunted

Hayrides will scare the dickens out of the whole family.

Long-dead residents tell tales in the cemetery on October 12.

Your hat will go mad at the Ball in the Crescent Hotel.

5. Oh,

and those bothersome, brain-eating zombies will be loose.

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Roving with R ver

aking your dog on along on trips is a great way to bond as well as socialize your canine companion to new experiences and people. Be advised – most lodgings won’t allow you to leave your dog unattended in the room while you’re gone for the day, so plan for where the dog will stay while you’re out gallivanting: better yet, plan ahead for places you can take your pup with you to join in the fun! Packing certain necessities will make you, your dog and your trip much more relaxed. Having your pet wear a collar with an ID tag goes without saying – and be sure the information is current! If your dog gets loose and away from you, it’s the only way local animal control people have of getting your pet back to you. Another obvious item to bring is a leash; but there are several things that may not come to mind if you’re preoccupied with people-packing. For instance: Vet records and the emergency number for a vet in the area you’re visiting First aid kit (if you don’t have one, there are inexpensive ones online, or check out: www.humanesociety.org) Any medication your dog is taking Toys and appropriate chews Pillow and blanket Poop bags (Your dog is cute, but his poop is not especially in popular areas and high-traffic attractions). Food and water – be sure to have plenty of your dog’s regular food because you may not find it while traveling (switching foods abruptly usually leads to – well, you know). Be sure to keep a jug of fresh water in the car. And don’t forget travel bowls. There are inexpensive collapsible bowls at most pet stores, and Tupperware works great, too. While on the road and away, try to stick to your pet’s same feeding and potty schedule as at home - it keeps everything regular and makes for a better

I’m all packed, let’s go! transition back to the grind. Ultimately, our dogs enjoy our company, and taking them along on trips when possible nurtures their well-being and enhances our connection as a family unit. +

Eureka Springs has many pet-friendly lodgings, and www.bringfido.com is a great resource for pet-friendly digs all over the country. +

Need a vet?

We hope you don’t, but there are several good veterinarians in the area. The one closest to town is the Animal Hospital of Eureka Springs on 23 S. A call to (479) 253-8923 will get the answers you need. There’s an emergency after hours number on the answering service, and Dr. Tony Pike will be happy to meet you if necessary. + Mid Sept.-Mid Oct. 2012

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Rockin’ Pig Saloon

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The Lumberyard Bar & Grill

Cleared for takeoff:

hey’re tasty. They’re spicy. They’re addictive. And they’re cleared for takeoff! We’re talking about hot wings, of course. The history of hot wings is as varied as the wings themselves, but the most reputable story we found was of Buffalo wings being first prepared at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York, by Teressa Bellissimo who owned the joint along with her husband Frank. Upon the unannounced, latenight arrival of their son, Dominic, with several of his college pals, she needed a fast and easy snack to feed the boys. It was a pivotal moment because it was then she came up with the idea of deep frying chicken wings (normally thrown away or reserved for stock)

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and tossing them in cayenne pepper sauce. And the rest is history. Tasty, delicious history. Eureka Springs has several great wing offerings at various establishments in and around town; and pairing a good beverage to go alongside these tasty treats is a must. Most people seem to lean toward a cold brew (or a cold pop) with their hot wings, but don’t overlook the useful and varied tastes of wine. Wines lend themselves nicely to the spice and tang of a good hot wing. We visited four places in Eureka Springs and paired a beer and a wine with each establishment’s to spread the word: Wings are taking flight! At the Rockin’ Pig Saloon ((2039 East Van Buren) owner Marshall Johnson let us in on one secret to their wings’ success – a slow smoking before hitting the fryer and then the deal maker – a made-fromscratch sauce. They’re always trying new and exciting recipes, changing it up a little with the seasons to keep it interesting. We found the generous serving of smoked hot wings every bit as delicious as we expected. Each wing is big and meaty with a spicy crunch. A Sean Minor Pinot Noir created great balance with our

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By Nancy Fuller food; fruit forward, light on the pallet, smooth finish, and rather complementary to the wings’ texture. The beer we paired was the Shock Top Belgian White, a bright, crisp beer that is brewed with citrus peels and coriander, garnished with a slice of orange, which brought out the flavor of the sauce. Moving down US 62 W to the Rowdy Beaver (417 West Van Buren) we dropped in to sample its Buffalo wings. The sauce they deliver is the thick, spicy, variety with just enough pow to get your attention. The sauce is so good it’s featured on other menu items such as sandwiches, burgers and wraps. The Rowdy wings are traditionally prepared with a generous coating of their delicious sauce – so get your napkins ready! We paired these with a Samuel Adams Oktoberfest draft. The nutty caramel flavor of

Rowdy Beaver

this ale, brewed with lots of hops, stood up proudly to the zing of the sauce. A glass of Black Opal Cabernet, a good strong standard of its varietal with smoky full flavor turned out to be a great match as well. Our server, Christina, said they also offer a BBQ version of their wings, which we’re certain are just as delicious. The Rowdy Beaver also has another location in Eureka Springs downtown, The Rowdy Beaver Den. The Squid and Whale Pub, in historic downtown (37 Spring Street), is best known by local and visiting music fans as a great place to hear live bands. Some may not realize the full kitchen serves anything from appetizers, seafood, steak, Mexican fare and pub grub to desserts. Jacques Mader, kitchen chef, is responsible for perhaps the most unique wings we sampled. They are deliciously crispy, lightly battered and coated with a tasty sweet and spicy glaze that Jacques himself tinkered with for quite some time before perfecting. This wing is in a category of its own, so we thought outside the box on the drink pairing here. A Diamond Bear Two Term Double IPA, an Arkansas-brewed beer, was initially a questionable choice, as this brew is heavy, earthy and hoppy with a malty aroma. We didn’t want the beer to overpower the wings, but we took the risk and were not disappointed – rather, delighted! The sweetness of the glaze on the wings coupled with the notes of toffee and vanilla in the brew’s finish was a gastronomical success. A Merlot spritzer, prepared with the house wine, The Little Penguin, served over ice with a splash of Sprite, made for a refreshing companion. Our final stop on the wing tour was The Lumberyard Bar & Grill (105 East Van Buren). Tommy Blair cooked us up a selection of two wing offerings – tequila lime and Buffalo. They also offer Honey BBQ. Working with a new menu and stepping it up a notch, The Lumberyard really delivered. The

tequila-lime wings were fantastic – tangy, peppery with a smoky, lime flavor. For this combination, the beer chosen was a Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. The classic, yet complex ale suited the multiple flavors well. The real gem here was the wine selection – Antigal 1 Malbec. A fantastic, oaky Malbec with notes of cherry and tobacco. We could not have asked for a better accompaniment to these delicious wings. The Buffalo wings were tender, fall-off-the-bone juicy, and a real home run. The sauce was tangy and delicious, a match made in heaven. A head’s up to wine lovers: The Lumberyard Bar & Grill has a surprising array of very nice wines. You never know what surprises you’ll find in Eureka, and this was a pleasant one. Eating good food is more than just about “getting full” and proper nutrition. It’s also about the enjoyment we receive and the company we are blessed to dine with. As many “foodies” put it, eating good food is simply a fun activity. There much to enjoy about getting out, trying new things, and getting to know the people behind the wonderful dining choices in our community. To know the history behind the food, the people, and the dishes that we order is part of the experience. And here in Eureka Springs, food experiences abound. Enjoy! +

If you had a great dining experience or have sampled the same dish at several restaurants and want to let us know how they compare, or if you want to see more about food and wine in the Fun Guide, just email us at newsdesk@eurekaspringsindependent.com. And, of course, we’d love to publish a picture of you and your grinning gang with faces smeared in wings sauce! +

Come back for Halloween if you dare!

Check the online Fun Guide at www.eurekaspringsindependent.com October 19 – 21 Find the bald eagles while cruising on Beaver Lake! Eagle Watch Weekend on the Belle of the Ozarks October 25 – 28 MINI fan? The Arkansas MINI Owners Klub (AMOK!) hosts the region’s largest MINI event in Eureka Springs. October 26, 27 “Voices from the Silent City” – Get a thrill and a history lesson in the Eureka Springs Municipal Cemetery October 26 10th Annual Mad Hatter’s Ball fundraiser. Good food, scary hats, auctions and dancing. October 27 17th Annual Howl-O-Ween Party at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Family fun. October 31– Nov 3 64th Annual Original Ozark Folk Festival meets the Zombie Crawl and Day of the Dead Parade. Fierce. +

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CRYSTAL DINING ROOM & DR. BAKER’S LOUNGE

New Delhi Café ERMILIO’S

ANGLER’S GRILL

GARDEN BISTRO

ROGUE’S MANOR COTTAGE INN ROWDY BEAVER

DeVITO’S GRAND TAVERNE

BALCONY RESTAURANT

BAVARIAN INN CARIBE

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LOCAL FLAVOR The STONEHOUSE CAFE LUIGI MYRTIE MAE’S

NEW DELHI

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Pied Piper and Cathouse Lounge WAR EAGLE MILL RESTAURANT

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GASKIN’S CABIN

CAFE AMORE PIZZA HUT

FOREST HILL VILLAGE ICE CREAM THAI HOUSE

ROADHOUSE RESTAURANT

What are you hungry for? ASIAN

• Mei Li Cuisine

3094 E. Van Buren (US 62E) (479) 363-6678 Mon – Fri 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. • Sat. 4 – 9 p.m. • Sun 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. We deliver!

• Thai House

• The Roadhouse

6837 US 62 E (1 mi. east of Passion Play Road) (479) 363-0001 Daily 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Breakfast until 2 p.m.) www.theroadhouserestaurant.com

• Bubba’s • Rockin’ Pig

BUFFET

• Forest Hill • Myrtie Mae’s

• Bavarian Inn

(American food, sometimes a regional twist)

2 N. Main (downtown) (479) 253-2525 Mon & Tue 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wed – Sun 8:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.

• Dr. Baker’s Bistro • Eureka Grill • Garden Bistro

• Sparky’s Roadhouse Café

• Chasers • The Lumberyard • Pied Piper • Squid & Whale

• Squid and Whale

FINE DINING

• Autumn Breeze • Cottage Inn • Crystal Dining Room • Eurekan Dining Car • Grand Taverne • Local Flavor • Rogue’s Manor • Simply Scrumptious

• Caribe Restaurante y Cantina

309 W. Van Buren (US 62W) (479) 253-8102 Open Thur – Sat for lunch and dinner, Sunday for chalupa night only Photo by eurekaPostcards.com

6837 US 62 E (1 mi. east of Passion Play Road) (479) 363-0001 Daily 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Breakfast until 2 p.m.) www.theroadhouserestaurant.com

(479) 253-2525 Mon & Tue 8:30 a.m. 8 p.m. Wed – Sun 8:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.

• Café Amore • Café Luigi • DeVito’s • Geraldi’s • Ermilio’s

• Squid and Whale

MEXICAN

• Casa Colina • La Familia

PIZZA

• Café Amore • Chelsea’s • Pizza Bar

STEAKS

• The Roadhouse

INDIAN

ITALIAN

Ermilio’s

CARIBBEAN/LATIN AMERICAN

Local Flavor Café

Photo by Jeremy mason mcGraw – eurekaPostcards.com

14581 US 62W (3 mi. west toward Beaver Lake) (479) 253-4404 Mon – Thu 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. • Fri – Sun 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.

• New Delhi Café

S. Main (82 Armstrong) (479) 363-9976 Open daily 11 a.m. – 12 Midnight year ‘round www. piedpiperpub.com

The Crystal Delhi Café Dining Room •2 New N. Main (downtown)

ECLECTIC EUREKAN

• Angler’s Grill

Pied Piper & Cathouse Lounge

147 E. Van Buren (479) 253-6001 Open Tue – Sat 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. www.sparkysroadhouse.com

BBQ

EUROPEAN

PUB GRUB

• Henri’s • Mud Street Café • Oasis • Rockin’ Pig • Rowdy Beaver Den

37 Spring St/10 Center St. (479) 253-7147 Mon – Sat 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. Sun 11 a.m. – 12 Midnight www.squidandwhalepub.com

• Gaskin’s Cabin

WE DELIVER!

• Mei Li Cuisine (Asian):

Hotels, businesses within city limits (479) 363-6678 Mon – Fri, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. • Sat 4 – 9 p.m. • Sun 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

• Chelsea’s

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Thursday, September 20

Where? The Aud When? 7:30 p.m. How Much? $10 adults/$5 kids Ron Radford – “He has duende, the Spanish equivalent of soul!” is what people in Madrid say about Ron Radford and his Flamenco Guitar skills. He received the only Fulbright scholarship to Spain for Flamenco Guitar and studied the wisdom of masters such as Diego del Gastor. They rave in wonder about how this American, a protégé of Carlos Montoya, can transmit the philosophy and art of flamenco culture to such a wide audience. This promises to be a great show. This presentation is supported in part by an award from Mid-America Arts Alliance, the National Endowment for the Arts, and foundations, corporations,

and individuals throughout Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas.

Friday, September 21

Where? Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center When? 7:30 p.m. How Much? $15 advance, $20 door, Couple $25 advance online A Sinatra Tribute with Tom Tiratto & The Fayetteville Jazz Collective – Tom Tiratto has recreated the sound of Frank Sinatra with an 18-piece band that will take you back in time with music and laughter reflecting the many moods and memories of Ol’ Blue Eyes. Tom has performed around the world, and has been on the The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Come and listen to crooning from a bygone era.

Saturday, September 22

Where? The Aud When? 7:30 p.m. How Much? $20-25 (orchestra/balcony) Delfeayo Marsalis – Born into the musical family from New Orleans, Marsalis began playing the trombone in sixth grade. He has toured internationally with five renowned bandleaders and has produced three albums as a bandleader himself. Delfeayo and the Marsalis family (father Ellis and brothers Branford, Wynton and Jason) earned the nation’s highest jazz honor – a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Award. Don’t miss this Jazz great at The Aud.

Jazz Eureka – Free Music in Basin Park

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Friday, Sept. 21 1–2:30 p.m. Matt & Gus – A father and son duo from Harrison, Gus played with the Navy’s Fleet Big Band and must have inspired his son, who has recorded solo and with the Flip Off Pirates, not to mention with his dad. 2:30–4 p.m. Claudia Burson Trio – Claudia Burson has a distinctive voice and has trained on the piano since a young age. Steve Wilkes on drums and Mike Johnson on bass round out the trio, who have a regular gig at Copeland’s of New Orleans in Rogers. 4–6 p.m. Jazz Mafia – From Northwest Arkansas, they play everything from “straight ahead” jazz to the beyond. Sorry no photo, the mafia generally avoids the camera. Saturday, Sept. 22 12–1:30 p.m. Cherry Brooks & Cal Jackson – Blasts from Eureka’s past, Cherry Brooks and Cal Jackson have been friends for over 30 years, and performing together for almost as many. Cal on guitar and Cherry on vocals is a sweet combination you don’t want to miss. 1:30–3 p.m. Richard Bruton Quintet – Based in the Springfeild/ Branson area, Richard is one of the finest saxophonists on the scene today and his improvisational skills are among the best. You can hear him playing in a variety of venues with his quintet or a solo setting. 3–4:30 p.m. Trio DeJaniero – Takes the bandstand, keeping samba and Brazil alive and cookin’. 4:30–6 p.m. Adams Collins Trio

– A vibraphonist/percussionist trained in classical and jazz music. He has been part of the Northwest Arkansas music scene for years, playing with different bands along the way, notably with Minkus Finkus a local favorite. Sunday, Sept. 23 12–1:30 p.m. The Saxtones – The Saxtones, all members of the Arkansas Winds Community Concert Band, pick it up again Sunday at noon. The group has played together for about a year, combining soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone sax on Dixieland and other jazz sounds. 1:30–3 p.m. Missouri State Jazz Ensemble – The SMSU Jazz Ensemble includes a “Big Band” that performs jazz standards and new compositions. +

Delfeayo Marsalis

Nightlife and socializing

ubs are so plentiful in Ireland and so much a part of social life that when strangers hit it off and want to meet again for a chat, they don’t ask for a business card or a phone number, instead they ask “Where do

Pied Piper Pub/Cathouse Lounge, 82 Armstrong Street, is famous for their Reubens, Fish & Chips, Burgers, and Irish Dishes! The Corn Beef and Cabbage is just like Mrs. O’Mally’s. There is a full bar, cold beer, lots of parking, and friendly faces. Smoke free, full menu and live music on Friday and Saturday.

you do your drinkin’?” In town, here’s where we do ours – come join us! Most places have live music, some have great food and all have a friendly atmosphere.

and conversation.’ “An extensive, cutting edge wine and beer list that will transport you to faraway lands,” says a Yelp review! Smoke free. Appetizer menu with wine parings, live piano every Friday from 5–8 p.m.

Photo by Jeremy mason mcGraw – eurekaPostcards.com

The StoneHouse, 89 S. Main Street. A bright new star is on the culinary horizon in the form of the Stone House. Billed as the place for ‘wine, cheese

Photo by mary Flood

Voulez Vous Lounge, 63 Spring Street, under the New Orleans Hotel, is a jazz lounge featuring a full menu, fresh takes on classic cocktails and live music in a nonsmoking atmosphere under the New Orleans Hotel. Everything is beautiful at the Vous! Smoke Free, full menu, live music, dancing and extensive drinks menu. “Very fun lounge to sit and enjoy the swanky surroundings and sip tastefully prepared fresh drinks! All your old time faves can be ordered and made to perfection by the well-educated mixologists at the bar. I will eagerly look forward to a return trip to enjoy the night shows!!” – TripAdvisor Review by EuroEri

Smokey’s Firehouse Pub, 55 S. Main Street. Famous BBQ – infamous staff. Open at 11 a.m. until late. Full menu and full bar.

Eureka Live Underground & Eureka Patio, 35 N.Main Street. New Ownership! A great place to hang out, dance and celebrate weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and more. Full menu, dancing, free pool and a full bar Henri’s Just One More, 19 1/2 Spring Street. The only Martini Bar and Grill in Eureka Springs. Great food, fabulous martinis and fun locals. Full menu and extensive bar. Lucky 7 Rooftop Billiards, Basin Park Hotel, 12 Spring Street. One of downtown’s favorite “21 and over” gathering spots. Located on the 6th floor of the 1905 Basin Park Hotel. Pool, great views, extensive bar. Eureka Paradise, 75 S. Main Street. Dancing, DJ, smoke free. A big dance floor with great light and smoke effects.

Rogue’s Manor, 124 Spring Street. Rogue’s Manor at Sweet Spring is a fine dining restaurant and lounge with romantic overnight rooms for couples in the downtown Historic District. Smoke free, full menu and extensive bar. Rowdy Beaver Restaurant & Tavern, 417 W Van Buren. The Rowdy Beaver started here in Eureka and has spawned 3 more in the surrounding area– Branson, Fayetteville and a branch downtown. They serve good, casual food in a fun atmosphere. The tavern side has live music on the weekends and bike night on Thursday. Rowdy Beaver Den, 45 Spring Street. Food, fun and extensive bar in a casual atmosphere. There is live music here on Friday and Saturday nights. There is also a Rowdy Beaver gift shop. Chelsea’s Corner Cafe, 10 Mountain Street. One of the area’s favorite pubs. Large selection of beers, full bar and excellent food contribute to the unique atmosphere. Live music every Friday and Saturday. SpringBilly is a local bluegrass band that plays every Monday. Upstairs in the Cafe they serve pizza and much more! Sorry, no kids allowed. The New Delhi Cafe & Patio, 2 N. Main. The New Delhi Café on Main

Street has live music every weekend, offering a great mix and local and visiting bands. With three decks you can sit as close or far away as you like. This restaurant/bar is smoke free. Brick-Fields is an award winning blues band from Eureka Springs and they have a Gospel Sunday Brunch from 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. every Sunday. You can even bring the kids. The Balcony Restaurant in Basin Park Hotel is another spot where the family can dine to live music. Thursday through Sunday evenings there is live acoustic music at 5 p.m., with noon shows added on Saturday and Sunday. Squid and Whale Pub, 37 Spring Street. One of Northwest Arkansas’ top music venues. With entrances on Spring and Center Street, the Squid recruits talent from all over the country, there is a band there every weekend. In addition to the weekend entertainment, they feature a local band once a week for ‘Local Kine’ night and have an open jam on Thursdays that will blow you away. Jack’s Center Stage, 37 Spring Street. This is a full service bar. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights with a variety of rock and blues. “Huge dance floor to dance the night away,” says a happy Trip Advisor reviewer. You can smoke here. There is karaoke on Thursdays and free pool on Wednesdays. +

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Eureka Springs and North Arkansas Railway

Adventure awaits both north and south of town on Hwy. 23 – a tree-filled winding road that takes you to some hidden gems in our area. (The map in the middle of our Fun Guide will help you find them.) Drive north to visit Holiday Island Marina and start the day with fun and recreation on beautiful Table Rock Lake. The marina rents pontoon boats, deck boats and WaveRunners. If you’ve towed your own boat, they also offer overnight and annual slip rentals. After a day of fishing and fun in the sun, if you’ve had no luck catching your own sushi makings, head over to Koto Sushi Express at 5 Forest Park Dr. at Holiday Island. Serving delicious and artfully prepared sushi and Japanese and fusion cuisine at a great price, Koto Sushi Express is perfect for a light lunch while you’re in Holiday Island. Heading further north all the way to the end of Hwy. 23 will take you to the Promised Land Zoo, always fun for the kids. The Promised Land Zoo is located on Hwys. 86 and 23 North in Eagle Rock, Mo., just 10 miles north of downtown Eureka Springs. Entertain the whole family with a scenic 4 mile drivethru and an exciting petting zoo/walk-thru area where the animals will eat right out of your hands. More than 500 animals representing 58 species are spread out over 120 acres. On the way back into town, stop for a ride on the Eureka Springs and North Arkansas Railway for a trip back in time on a real steam engine train. If it’s time to eat, ride the dining car for a sumptuous lunch while traveling the rails. For schedules and menus, see www.esnarailway.com. On the way back you’ll discover several great places to shop or stop for supper as you come into town along North Main. Park and stroll, or perhaps relax in a carriage ride at Olden Days Carriage. You can even get married in one! After the ride, you might be hungry again. A stop at Garden Bistro is recommended. Depending

Olden Days Carriage

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“Harley” at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

on the season, you might find some of the flora you passed by on the way in is now decorating your plate! Whatever you do, have fun exploring the treasures along this part of Hwy. 23 known as North Main. Speaking of treasures, you might want to duck inside Mountain Eclectic – a house built around Gadd Spring and cave – to see some, well … eclectic … stuff. Something for everyone.

Heading South

If you fancy a ride of a different sort, a trip south on 23 will take you to Steve’s Stables at Pond Mountain Resort. Steve has lived on Pond Mountain for more than 15 years, and is an expert at identifying the flora and fauna, making for an informative as well as beautiful ride.

Steve’s Stables house sweet and gentle horses even six year-olds can ride safely with parental guidance. The Pond Mountain trail winds just over two miles across the top of Pond Mountain, known to be the highest point in the county. The ride past the natural ponds and down the southern loop trail, heavily wooded and cool in summer, offers great views in fall, winter and spring. And don’t forget Pond Mountain Lodge and Resort where you can relax, read or stroll 150 private acres. There’s fishing in stocked ponds and a game or two of pool waiting in the billiards room. This is the place to relax and rejuvenate in scenic settings as close to heaven as they can get you ... you take it the rest of the way! There’s always time for a visit to Quigley’s Castle, too. Stop and visit and hear the strange story of a house within a house. Mrs. Quigley put her husband’s bottle collection to good use with 14 bottle trees! Tigers in Arkansas? You bet. About seven miles south of Eureka Springs is the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, a family-friendly spot for fun, education and awe. Rescued lions, tigers, bears, ligers and other wildlife have found a happy home here and the staff loves to introduce all of them. For hours, events and admission prices, check www.turpentinecreek.org. + Mid Sept.-Mid Oct. 2012

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Music and comedy for the whole family

Variety is the spice

Thousands of families and groups from around the United States, Canada and many other countries see one of over two hundred forty shows performed at the Pine Mountain Theatre each season. Since 1975, from March through mid December, their auditorium walls have echoed with great music, family comedy, laughter, applause and overall good times. Browse the Pine Mountain website and see why families and groups love, love, love the show. From country to gospel, bluegrass, blues, Motown and comedy there are toe-tappin’, handclappin’ and belly-laughin’ good times to be had. While there, visit the Lobby Gift Shop, where you’ll find collectibles, jewelry, unique items, Eureka Springs and Arkansas souvenirs, books, cards and more – including a section dedicated to Arkansas-made products. You’ll find honey harvested right here

in the Ozarks, Lady Eureka fine soaps and lotions created by Monda Clark of Eureka Springs (and sold all over the United States in selected shops). You can also take home non-alcoholic grape juice from one of Arkansas’ wineries and Buffalo meat snacks from cattle raised here in the Natural State. The kids love the free all-you-caneat Pine Mountain popcorn, and kids of all ages can’t resist purchasing a handful of baked-fresh-daily cookies. There’s a variety of soft drinks, candy and snacks – great munchies to go along with a great show and real Ozark Mountain hospitality. Come make some memories!

It’s time to make reservations to Eureka’s first family show. (479) 2539156, toll-free (877) 253-91560. www. pinemountaintheatre.com.

Go biking with the George Brothers!

The Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down in Eureka Springs is not your average music venue. The theater houses its own show, The George Brothers featuring, P. Nutt, Ponytail, and Girl, as well as other shows and special events all year long. The George Brothers play at 7:30 p.m. through October. The duo made a name for themselves in country music with their first single, Brothers, Friends, & Outlaws Forever and have been awarded the DISCovery Award by Music Row magazine in Nashville. They’re also on the road performing

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around the region. Are you a biker? The guys have their Harleys on stage ready to go … and they’d love to go riding with you! Bikes usually leave about 11 a.m. on weekends from the Hoe-Down parking lot. Come ride with the George Brothers! There are a host of special matinees and shows featuring all types of music, so be sure to check the website for dates and times – and be sure to come hungry! They have hot dogs, chili dogs, nachos, popcorn, candy, cokes, sweet tea, coffee and sometimes even fried pies. It’s clean, family entertainment that’s been known to please everyone from the two year-old that never sits still, to the head bangin’ teenager and your preacher, too! Don’t forget to visit Papa Walnut’s Soft Serve Ice Cream Shop at the HoeDown and have some out on the deck. There’s said to be a little bit of magic in Papa Walnut’s ice cream, but he won’t give up his secret. Bring the kids, bring grandma, bring your uncle that hates country music, bring your family reunions and your church groups ... just come on over and check out the show folks can’t quit talking about: (479) 253-7725 or (800) 468-2113. www. ozarkmountainhoedown.com. +

Have you been pinned? Chamber President and CEO, Mike Bishop, sticks a pin in a map of the United States over the hometown of the most recent visitor. Even travelers from overseas are represented on notes tucked around the frame of the map, so be sure to take a look and make sure your city is represented. There’s always room for one more! +

Be an honorary local and come play with us!

Fearless – Marketmeister Frank Rebeijo has enough moxie to sport a Giant’s T-shirt in Razorback country, but he’s really a teddy bear. (Just don’t reach for a burger until they’re done.) These happen to be made of local pasture-fed organic beef simmering alongside local organic chicken wings – and they were free at the first nighttime market, along with music and dancing. There’s another night market coming up in October, so be sure to check in at www.eurekaspringsfarmersmarket. com for details.

In Town – Off the Grid – and Going Green

Yes, we have the first solar-powered Farmers’ Market in the state!

nd it happens to be ranked 15 in the Top 20 list in the entire country (and 5th in the state) for customer satisfaction. Anytime you’re lucky enough to be in town on Tuesdays and Thursdays, head out to the Eureka Springs Farmers’ Market in the Pine Mountain Village parking lot on 62E between 7:30 a.m. and noon. Enjoy a cup of free coffee and browse organic, locally grown meats and seasonal produce displayed by friendly vendors. There’s a shaded gathering place for sunny days and a heated one for cool days. Enjoy the live music, too! You’ll find some nice crafts, yummy baked goods and bread, and a ton of interesting items such as hand-made soaps, infused olive oils, seedlings, cut flowers and much more. 8 | Independent FUN GUIDE | There are also cooking contests, demonstrations and lots of fun to be had listening to some great live music. For a minimal fee you can taste chili all morning on Sept. 20 and vote for your favorite – and don’t miss the fall pie contest on Oct. 18! It’s one of those things that makes you say, “Mmmmm.” +

ave some fun downtown and celebrate Eureka Springs like a local on Thursday nights. Visit the Chamber of Commerce and participating lodgings at any time, or the Thursday Farmers’ Market at Pine Mountain Village and ask for the Let’s Get Local tickets or event stickers that are your admission to good times. Each Thursday a different aspect of shopping, playing and dining will be showcased in Basin Park and at participating stores downtown. In the park, local vendors will have booths and prizes, live music and maps of where the deals for real locals and the “Locals for a Day” can be found. If eating out is more your style, we have you covered there too! Diners can ask participating locations for a Ticket to Win each time they dine out until September 20. Diners bring those tickets to the festivities in Basin Spring Park on Thursday nights to be entered for the Eat Like a Local mega prize: gift you can spy on certificatesid foryou all of know the participating locations! The more you eat out the us more times youcameras can enter. Aat winner will be chosen via live www. on September 20 at the last ‘Let’s Get Local’ event in Basin eurekaspringswebcam.com? – And Spring Park. Contest is open to everyone who lives here or just once you find out where the cameras are, you dreams of moving here. Let’s Get Local Thursday evening events include: can wave to the folks back home while you’re • August 23 – Health and Healing: an evening celebrating here! (Just tell them to log on first.) our Spa Town heritage. Local providers will be offering When you getandhome, you canexercise also class. massage, consultations a free boot camp • August 30 – We Love Our Pets: in collaboration with the watch replays of parades, balls and special Good Shepherd Animal Shelter we will have an Adopt-a-Thon, events see live Pet webcasts at www. Stupid Petand Tricks contest, Portraits, groomers, trainers and eurekaspringschannel.com. +during the Dog more. Bring your puppies to play in the park Days of Summer. • September 6 – Countdown to Christmas: We will highlight the holidays and the shopping experience in Eureka Springs. Looking for a gift for any occasion? Eureka Springs

Be here when you get home

Are you the Fun Guy or Gal?

has what you are looking for at more than 200 independent retail locations. Kids games, home organizers, gift products – all will be showcased in the park. • September 13 – All Sports! Get your game on and come antEureka to pass your experiences play in Basin Spring Park. Springs is an active town Eureka onandtomore. other filled with go carts, golfinpros, biking, Springs spring hikes, Lace up your shoes, bring the kids and comeus play in the park! travelers? Tell where • September 20 – Food + Art: Celebrate the arts and the went, what you saw and how you beauty you of dining and shopping for food in Eureka Springs during this evening featuring the band and a Miss, liked it. event Include some funSwing pictures a Sweet Potato Pie Contest, Food Art Contest, Drink and Draw and perhaps you’ll be the Fun Guy, in the Park – and more. The Eat Like a Local prize will be Group of the month awardedFun at theGirl end ofortheFun evening. Here’s your chance to find where your the locals eat, play, in the next issue!out Email photos, sip and shop so Let’s Get Local! comments and reviews to newsdesk@ More events, vendors and programming will be added as eurekaspringsindependent.com. + the weeks go on. Check for updates and where to get tickets and stickers at http://eurekaspringsdowntown.com. For more information contact the Eureka Springs Downtown Network at (479) 244-5074 or email director@eurekaspringsdowntown. com. +

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Who knew putt putt golf could be so exciting? These three visitors from Washington, D.C., had a great time even after Jonathan Martin (right) lost one in the water hazard at Pig Trail Kart ‘n’ Golf on 62E. Jonathan, with friends Kelly Farrell (center) and Melissa “Under Par” Bouldin drove all the way from D.C. to enjoy a few days in town. Asked if it was worth the trip, Jonathan said, “At first, no. We were driving and driving through countryside wondering, ‘Where are we?’ But once we got here – awesome!” There will only be two on the drive back, however. Kelly is staying behind to begin a six-month internship at the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Stop by and greet Kelly when you go to see the lions and tigers! +

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