Things To Do

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Batesville

Raised Bed Gardening

No land for your garden? Or does your back hurt from all that bending over? Raised bed gardens could be the answer to your prayers! Cathy Shonk shares knowledge and insight on the wonders of gardening through a series of bi-monthly gardening classes covering a wide range of topics. In this class, Ms. Shonk will teach the basics of growing the perfect garden in a raised bed, the mysteries of square-foot gardening and the ease of weeding a raised bed garden. Tuesday, Nov 3 at 6pm at UACCB, Cathy Shonk at uaccb.coursestorm.com/category/ gardening-for-life-series.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Training

Basic Life Support certification course provides healthcare providers and public safety professionals the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies. $49, must Pre-Register for this Thursday, Nov 5, 5pm thru 9pm class at UACCB in Nursing Allied Health room 930. Katrina Stevens, 870.612.2082, katrina.stevens@uaccb. edu.

Alpha Center’s Annual Cherish Life Gala

The 2020 Cherish Life Gala will feature guest speaker Shawn Carney. Shawn is the co-founder, CEO, and President of 40 Days for Life. He is the author of two bestselling books and depicted in the major motion picture, Unplanned. Thursday, Nov 5 from 6pm thru 9pm at The Compass Church on 4440 Harrison Street in Batesville, AR. Danielle Adams, 870-8340062, director.alphacentermychoice@gmail.com.

Project Support Batesville Area Prayer

Project Support Batesville Area monthly prayer will be November 9, 2020, 5:30 pm at The Kitchen Shop (610 St Louis). We will be praying for our federal and state governments. Please join us in praying for our community. For more information, please contact Cherri at 870-569-8181 (The Kitchen Shop) or check out Project Support Batesville Area facebook page.

Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child National Collection week is November 16-21 this year. The local drop off locations this year as in the past are Calvary Baptist Church, 1775 Lyon Street, Batesville as well as Jacksonport Baptist Church, 300 Dillard Street, Jacksonport.

Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse which sends shoe boxes filled with school supplies, hygiene items, shoes, and small toys to children in war torn and impoverished areas around the world. Go to samaritanspurse.org for more information or call (870)805-8049 or (870)307-8309 to find out how your family or church group can get involved.

Small Business Counseling (By Appointment Only)

Nov 19 from 10am through 3pm at the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce at 409 Vine Street, Laura Miller 870.972.3517. Free guidance tailored for your startup or existing business.

Thanksgiving Prep From Your Garden

Do you have a great amount of late summer and fall herbs, fruits and vegetables? Cathy Shonk shares knowledge and insight on the wonders of gardening through a series of bi-monthly gardening classes covering a wide range of topics. In this class, Ms. Shonk will teach you how to incorporate your herbs, fruits and vegetables into your Thanksgiving feast. You will sample an abundance of gardening delicacies and you will take home recipes for everything prepared. Thursday, Nov 19 at 6pm at UACCB. Cathy Shonk, https://uaccb.coursestorm. com/category/gardening-for-life-series.

The CAC Warrior Run

This is a virtual 5K run, walk, or bike ride. Early bird registration fee is $25.00 through 10/31/2020. Registration fee starting on 11/01/2020 will be $35.00. Registration fee includes a race t-shirt. Pick up at the CAC in Batesville or pay shipping and we will mail it to you! All proceeds go to provide needed services to child victims of sexual and physical abuse. Race t-shirts included with registration. Pick-up locally or we will mail with postage paid by participant. Saturday, Nov 21 at 9am thru 11am. Children’s Advocy Center of IC, https://www. facebook.com/events/393684668289045.

White River Wonderland

Wed, Nov 25 at Noon through Mon, Jan 4 at Noon in Batesville’s Riverside Park. Johnny Abbot, 870-698-2427, land@cityofbatesville.com.

Shop Small Saturday

Saturday, Nov 28 all day. Support local business.

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Sat, Nov 28 at 5pm at City Hall on Main Street Batesville.

Giving Tuesday

GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world on Dec 1 at Noon.

Batesville Christmas Parade

The Date for the Christmas Parade has been set for Sat, Dec 5 on Main Street. Line up begins at 4pm with the kickoff at 6pm. All floats will need to register in advance to receive a number in order to be judged. No one else needs to register. There is a possibility that the Parade could be canceled due to CDC guidelines concerning social distancing. Renee Martin at drmartin72501@gmail.com. Melbourne www.mymelbournearkansas.com. Mountain View

Arkansas Craft School

If you are able, please consider donating to an arts organization, like the ACS, and invest in the future of the arts in Arkansas. If you are not a member of the ACS family, join us. Already a member, you are greatly appreciated. Why not consider increasing your membership level or donating? Please check out the ACS website for membership information