Lovely County Citizen Sept. 18, 2014 by Lovely County Citizen

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rized use of his truck but did not know where it would be in Eureka Springs, and his wife couldn’t find her friend who was in possession of the truck. Officers tried to locate it. 9:48 p.m. — An officer filed a report on possible sexual abuse. Sept. 10 10:24 a.m. — A caller reported a gold truck parking in front a property she was trying to show and said it’s happened multiple times. An officer took the description of the truck. 12:51 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a vehicle that hit a woman in a wheelchair. She was unharmed and couldn’t describe the truck. 3:29 p.m. — A caller reported a car driving recklessly on its way out of city limits. An officer advised state police. 4:32 p.m. — An officer took further information on an accident that occurred the previous week. 4:45 p.m. — A caller advised that a dog had been injured in the roadway near the animal hospital, and an officer gave the information to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. 8:19 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a missing person who hasn’t been heard from in about a month and whose last residence was the 1876 Inn. 10:27 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a stolen porch swing. Sept. 11 7:09 a.m. — An officer disposed of a sick raccoon. 2:35 p.m. — A complainant reported men harassing her teenage daughter. See Dispatch, page 4

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Fran Carlin looks at a 1998 painting by Read Larson of Lane House, the Episcopal parsonage that served as the site of Main Stage’s predecessor, an after-school program for youth.

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An open house to celebrate another Main Stage milestone will be held on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The public is invited to tour the remodeled row building at 67 N. Main, which will serve as a creative community center. The open house will feature an art exhibit with work by Larry Mansker, Denise Ryan, John Willer, Diana Harvey, Carol Dickie and others. Upcoming events will be announced, and a sign-up sheet for classes available. There will also be a wish list posted of items needed to complete the furnishings, including chairs. “We are shooting for 125 chairs,” said Mark Mattmiller, board chairman. Also on the wish list: a sound system, black wall curtains and curtains for the large windows in the main room, a 1,700 squarefoot space that will be used for theater productions, meetings and exhibits. Theatrical lighting has already been installed and tables purchased, but board members are asking

people to donate $57 to buy a chair. Donations of, or money to buy, a set of tools and a ladder to hang pictures are also needed. The remodeling project was funded by federal and state preservation grants. In phase one, the building, which has 9,600 square feet of space on three floors, was stabilized and heating and air-conditioning installed. Funded by a grant from the National Park Service Save America’s Treasures program, phase two also finished the basement rooms, which has dressing room, green room and set storage. Phase three will remodel the third floor offices and class space. In addition to art classes, upcoming Main Stage events include a beans and cornbread dinner on the Saturday of the Folk Festival, Oct. 11, with live music. In November, Main Stage is holding an invitational Peace Art Show, which will be up from Nov. 28 through Dec. 14. In December, Keith Scales and the Crescent Players will present “A Christmas Carol.” Main Stage was originally established

Main Stage occupies three stories at one end of the row buildings that once housed Harp’s Grocery, shown in this picture by Andrew Thomas.

in 1993 as Lane House, Inc., to provide an after-school arts program for youth, and was located in the Episcopal parsonage by that name on the upper historic loop. The after-school enrichment program has now moved to the elementary school. The vision of Main Stage is to be a creative community center that promotes life-long learning, enriches the community and serves as the cornerstone for the North Main Street arts

district. Main Stage has already hosted two Tales of the South evenings in partnership with the Writer’s Colony at Dairy Hollow. The second one drew a capacity crowd, Mattmiller said. Cake, punch, cookies and coffee will be served at Sunday’s open house, with a brief presentation at 2 p.m. thanking those who have contributed to the project.

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CAPC: Sales tax revenues increase in Eureka By David Blankenship

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The City Advertising and Promotions Commission (CAPC) announced Wednesday, Sept. 10, that city sales tax revenues were up slightly over a three-year period based on an inflation-adjusted analysis. The modest gain is significant when comparing Eureka Springs revenue with the surrounding counties and taking into account the recession the country is facing. “I don’t know any other way to say it,” CAPC Chairman Charles Ragsdell said. “Eureka Springs is up. The state’s annual report shows an increase in visitors.” “We had record high collections in July,” Commissioner James DeVito

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Sept. 12 2:49 a.m. — A woman reported a man cursing and being loud, and an office located the man, finding that he had been painting a woman’s house and staying there. All was well. 6:14 a.m. — A routine traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a male subject for possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and speeding. 2:45 p.m. — An officer agreed to continue searching for a dog with a yellow collar wandering around the neighborhood of Clay Street. 3:57 p.m. — A caller reported two

said. “Each month we’re catching up from a slow June. Not all businesses are up, and from my experience in this, merchants must look at themselves. Merchants are not defined by their merchandise, they must change with the times.” “Overall we’re doing well, but we’re not saying everyone is up,” Commissioner Robert Schmid said. “Owners must do their due diligence.” ‘If there’s any statistical evidence that the state’s figures are off, please show me,” Ragsdell said. “We are spending our advertising money where it needs to be spent, and there’s more wedding advertisements than event advertisements.” According to CAPC Director Mike

Maloney, the CAPC is shooting six new commercials that will be aired in target markets, including one three-minute video. Maloney said June tax collections for Carroll County were up 9.4 percent with year-to-date numbers up 4.4 percent. “Facebook is becoming an important factor with over 27,000 hits and 21,000 likes,” Maloney said. “We are now using the main four social media sites, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. Social media use is shifting; we now get 50 percent of our hits from mobile use.” A surprise public relations opportunity came up for the city that is too good to pass up, Maloney said. The St. Louis Dispatch will feature Eureka Springs

in its next Feast publication, which has a distribution of 160,000 copies. The CAPC has taken out a full-page ad. DeVito said his business also will advertise in the publication. “I hope other businesses take advantage of this opportunity,” he said. In other CAPC news, Ken Ketelsen, owner of Farm to Table Fresh in Eureka Springs, has been chosen to fill the vacant Position 3 spot opened after the resignation of Commissioner Lynn Bridwell. Ragsdell will endorse Ketelsen for approval at the Sept. 22 City Council meeting. Bridwell was acknowledged by the commission after a letter of resignation was read publicly. The next CAPC meeting will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 24.

erratic cars traveling from Berryville to Eureka Springs. Officers could not locate one of the cars but the other car was driving to Eureka Springs Police Department to make a payment, and an officer spoke with the driver. 6:20 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a dump truck that missed the turn near the Passion Play entrance.

10:46 a.m. — A caller reported mowing trucks blocking the driveway of Swiss Villa Apartments, but officers found that the parking lot was still easily accessed. 12:04 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a vehicle that had rocks thrown at it. 1:38 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a two-vehicle accident where there were no injuries. 5:43 p.m. — Two males brought a found purse to the police department and officers contacted the owner of the purse before putting it in Lost and Found. 5:56 p.m. — An officer responded to an alarm call at Echo Clinic and found all to be secure. 10:20 p.m. — A routine traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a male subject with a Madison County warrant and another for driving with a suspended license. 11:38 p.m. — The owner of a residence where an alarm sounded informed officers that it was a false alarm. Sept. 14 1:58 a.m. — A male subject was arrested for criminal trespassing, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct at Victorian Inn. 3:58 a.m. — A woman was found passed out in her vehicle at the Lookout

and was arrested for public intoxication. Ummm, she wasn’t in public; she was in her vehicle. And this is why we aren’t defense attorneys. 4:29 a.m. — Officers responded to the scene of an accident at Catfish Cabin. Everyone was all right and the car was towed. 9:40 a.m. — There was a false alarm at Quicker Liquor. 9:52 a.m. — An officer filed a report on a woman whose tires were slashed downtown. 10:28 a.m. — A caller reported that a large dog knocked her over while running but that she didn’t want a report this time. An officer agreed to follow up with animal control about the dog. 1:12 p.m. — Officers advised the owners of a local bar to keep the music down. Yeah, good luck with that. 2:55 p.m. — A caller reported loud bikes at the Pied Piper, but officers found no disturbance when they arrived on the scene. 8:26 p.m. — An officer responded to an accident but the cars were gone when he arrived on the scene. The two cars involved had worked it out between themselves. Sept. 15 12:15 a.m. — Officers arrested a couple for disorderly conduct and public intoxication.

Sept. 13 5:04 a.m. — A woman reported a fire on Benton Street but when officers arrived, they discovered that the residence was simply grilling out. 8:27 a.m. — An officer stood by as an employee of a bank entered the bank, fearing a suspicious truck parked out front.

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Joint meeting focuses on improving city economy By David Blankenship

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A much-anticipated meeting to discuss tourism and boosting the Eureka Springs economy was held Friday, Sept. 12, at Inn of the Ozarks. Members of the City Council, City Advertising and Promotions Commission (CAPC) and the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce, along with others, presented introductions about their responsibilities, goals and strategies to promote Eureka Springs. Aldermen Dee Purkeypile and David Mitchell moderated the roundtable discussion. Purkeypile set the expectations for the meeting by introducing the participants, urging only constructive comments and creating a tone that would lend itself to further workshops and meetings. CAPC Director Mike Maloney outlined five strategies that guide the CAPC’s actions and decisions: • Protect and maintain existing markets with television and print ads. Those markets include Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Springfield/Branson, Dallas/Fort Worth, Kansas City, Little Rock and the Interstate 49 corridor. • Reach new people. Maloney said 75 percent of web traffic is brand-new unique hits. He said that the CAPC uses Geofencing, a technique that allows Smartphones and iPads users in specific ares to receive banner and print ads. The CAPC is currently targeting Branson, Mo. • Expand segment and seasonal coverage to drive year-round visitation. “We owe it to our industry, and we owe it to the people of Eureka Springs that we

remain a full-time tourist venue,” Maloney said. • Deepen efforts in new markets such as northwest Louisiana, Memphis, Austin and Houston. • Increase the city’s reach with social media. CAPC Chairman Charles Ragsdell began his presentation with optimistic data. After a slow start to 2014, the city has rebounded in terms of sales tax collections, and has now exceeded year-to-date sales tax collections above 2013, Ragsdell said. Ragsdell said Eureka Springs is too dependent on tourism and to maintain a healthy year-round economy, some new businesses need to relocate here with jobs available. He mentioned small technology firm and cell-phone repair centers and suggested the old high school site could be repurposed as a business center. “We need an ambassador to go around the country using tax incentives and property tax rebates,” Ragsdell said. Scott Smith, chairman of the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce, said the chamber represents 435 businesses in Eureka Springs, with 85 percent of those businesses geared toward tourism. He said 92 percent of CAPC lodging businesses are chamber members as well as 85 percent of restaurants. Mike Bishop, president and CEO of the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce, called the meeting “a great day for Eureka Springs.” He said that increased revenue should mean increased tourism, and that increasing the length of stay per visitor will play a major role in future growth.

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Bishop said the average cost for a room in Eureka Springs is $62 per night and that the average stay is 2.5 days, according to Booking.com. Bishop laid out his goals for the Chamber of Commerce and the city: • Get back 100,000 annual visitors that he says have been lost since 2008. • Increase the length of stay to three days. • Increase Sunday through Thursday visitor spending. • Target wealthier visitors. If these goals can be met, Bishop said, it would add $1,560,762 to city revenues that could be used on infrastructure projects such as repurposing the old high school property. Mayor-elect Butch Berry addressed the meeting by first saying,”We all have one thing in common — we all love Eureka Springs and by coming together like we are today we move forward in a positive way.” “We each need to boost our ‘hospitality

mentality.’ “ Berry said, “Misplaced comments by store clerks or front-desk managers can send visitors away with a bad memory which will mean we’ve lost that visitor.” Berry said he will represent the city to legislative subcommittees and try to strengthen the city’s relationship with state officials. He said he’s already working with state Sen. Bryan King and state Rep. Bob Ballinger to bring non-tourist businesses to town and interest colleges in looking at Eureka Springs. Bruce Levine, director of the Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation Department, said adventure tourism and parks are sometimes overlooked in the big picture. “What’s good for residents will also be good for tourism”, Levine said. The city has 10 to 12 miles of trails inside the city and another 25 miles at Lake Leatherwood. Additional meetings and workshops will be scheduled targeting more specific goals.

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Elmwood House is a labor of love By David Blankenship

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Meeting David Nissenson is meeting a friend. He owns and manages the Elmwood House 1886 Bed and Breakfast along with his wife, Virginia, and daughter Xanat respectively. He exudes enthusiasm for Elmwood House as he shows off its many novel and historic attributes. The house sits across the street from the Eureka Springs post office and has been restored beautifully with modern amenities, large suites, period decor and even a hidden staircase. All suites open to one of two balconies that feature fantastic first viewing opportunities for every downtown parade. Photos and paintings of the building’s storied past adorn the halls and there are plenty of places to admire all the details of the Nissenson family’s restoration — if you can discern them. Soon after moving in, Nissenson worried about the low railings that protect guests on the upper balcony. He fixed the potential hazard by cutting, hand-lathing and duplicating more than 300 unique spindles to raise the railing to a more appropriate height for the 21st Century. “I guess in the 1880s people were expected to take care of themselves, and if you fell, it was your problem,” Nissenson said. The change from the kneehigh railings to the 52-inchhigh update is seamless, like so many of the other labors of love he has overseen or performed himself. Another notable feature of Elmwood House is the plan-

ning done by the original builder and owner, Ellar Elwood, especially the foundation. In 1883, Elwood hired a brick mason and built a three-story house on a limestone boulder, also wrapped in brick. Three years later, the family opened one of the first boarding houses in town – 16 rooms, each with a bed, a basin and a hook to hang your hat. No running water, no electricity, just gas lamps and fireplaces. Nissenson removed all of the brick and stonework surrounding the boulder, had it cleaned up and replaced each piece to its original place wherever possible. He notes that the house’s floors are only off an eighth of an inch after all this time. A retaining wall he discovered after seeing it in an old photo appears amazingly straight and solid. Stop by and say hello to Nissenson; he’ll probably be outside continuing touchups to the already impressive restoration. It’s clear he loves Elmwood House, and loves adding a little more illumination to Eureka’s vivid past and future. There are numerous fantastic views scattered about the property, including down Spring Street, across to the Passion Play and around the neighborhood. Since opening in 2012, Elmwood House 1886 Bed and Breakfast has enjoyed stellar reviews. One guest wrote, “We just got home from our stay! This was hands down the best place we’ve ever stayed at. The owners, David and Virginia, are so nice! The rooms were just gorgeous and they

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even had drinks and snacks for us when we arrived. The next morning David brought us a delicious breakfast and set it up on the balcony for us so we could eat outside. We could tell they really wanted us to enjoy our stay. We can’t wait to go back!” Another writes, “We recently spent a 3-day weekend at Elmwood House in Margaret’s Parlor. The decor was beautiful and every need was anticipated. The fridge was stocked with beverages and delicious coffee and breakfast were served in our room at the time we requested. The food was delicious and servings large enough to

save for snacks later in the day. David and Virginia have done a great job preserving a part of history while including amenities of our more modern time. We left our car parked and enjoyed our strolls about the downtown area and watched the Volkswagen parade from the balcony. Thanks for a great place to stay while in Eureka Springs.” Elmwood House 1886 Bed and Breakfast is located at 110 Spring Street. Children are allowed in main floor suite, which also accommodates pets on the balcony. For reservations, go to www. ElmwoodHouse1886.com.

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Editorial

The 100K Club

n my job as an editor and reporter, I have the privilege of getting to know many amazing people and deal with a wide array of issues. I attend lots of city meetings, am responsible for taking good notes, keep up with the city’s many events, talk to the citizens, observe and try to accurately distill what I take in, and put it all into a few stories a week. If editors don’t understand something, it is their responsibility to go out and get clarification. If something editors are told seems questionable, they must fact check or leave it out of the paper. Editors must present their findings and write the facts without their personal feelings and biases anywhere to be found – except in a small window known the editorial page. It’s a privilege, responsibility and an honor to serve their readership in this capacity. Bottom line: When readers pick up the Lovely County Citizen they expect the newspaper to help them better understand Eureka Springs I read a New York Times editorial this week that called these days in the world “a time of unraveling.” The world seems to have painted itself into a corner and is reacting poorly to the prospect of waiting around until the paint dries. It may have decided to just tromp over the sticky paint and make a huge, sloppy mess. On a cheerier note, Eureka Springs is not the type of place that follows the the world’s less-than-inspiring direction. This city, for the most part, starts painting in the far corner from the door and makes the floor a colorful, idealized work of art, instead of high-gloss grey. However, there are a few, very few folks I’ve run into who just can’t help but look at the negative. They are the problem; they should be quiet and allow the artists to repaint our somewhat worn, yet perfectly good floor. At which point, perhaps their pessimistic frown may turn upside down. The artists of which I speak today are the Chamber of Commerce, the City Council and the CAPC. The floor they are repainting is our economy and tourism. They had their first planning session last Friday (explained in detail on Page ^%$). Each of the three entities, and several others, spoke to reporters, business owners, elected or appointed officials and citizens to establish the individual responsibilities of each entity and

present their suggestions. It was an effort to pool their strengths, avoid duplication, get on the same page and find solutions while staying positive and avoiding any assignment of blame —toward each other, anyway. More meetings and workshops will follow. There is an adage explaining the respective duties: The CAPC brings visitors to town and the Chamber of Commerce keeps them here. I suspect that the duty of the City Council in regard to tourism is to make sure the CAPC and Chamber’s efforts run legally and smoothly for the good of the town. From this meeting, too many ideas, facts and figures were addressed for the average person to keep front of mind. All speakers made great points, but Mike Bishop tossed out a nugget that I think the city can get behind — a simple proposition that could give all citizens a purpose and a part to play for Eureka’s economic best interest – a mantra or battle cry, your choice. Mr. Bishop said 100,000 new visitors would revitalize our economy. My challenge for each citizen to ponder: How can I help Eureka Springs reach this goal in 2015? This is not as outrageous as it sounds, and I have been part of successful turnarounds that would stupefy and ignite those of a negative slant. I pledge to do my little part to support the newly formed nebulous and unofficial “100,000 Club” There are no dues or costs to be in this club, and only general rules of behavior to adhere to. Nearly everyone I meet already conducts themselves as though they’ve already been members for years. You don’t have to sign up, but there are benefits galore. Here are a few things I’ll endeavor to do in lieu of actual dues. I can restrain myself from mooning anyone. I can smile and be friendly — even around pessimists, nay-sayers and people who are generally crabby. I can post how wonderful, beautiful and unique Eureka Springs is on my Facebook page, often. I can celebrate the uniqueness of this city, refrain from spreading negative rumors, compliment my neighbors, fellow citizens and visitors. I can say,”Isn’t it a beautiful day?” when See Editorial, page 22

Citizens of the Week

This week’s Citizen of the Week is actually 12 citizens — The Eureka Springs Potters Alliance. The Alliance formed in March 2014 and is composed of 12 members — Elby Bergman, Sheri Cunningham, Maureen Dailey, Juhuda Dunbar, Katy Guetzlaff, Jim Wallace, Doug Powell, Sara and Terry Russell, Lorna Trigg and Craig Hirsch. The Eureka Springs Potters Alliance will present the “Hungry Bowl” charitable fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Eureka Springs Alehouse and Distillery. Each member of the Alliance will make and provide at least 20 bowls for Hungry Bowl — some have made more. Proceeds from this benefit will go to the Flint Street Food Bank of Eureka Springs, Loaves and Fishes Food Bank of the Ozarks in Berryville and Bethel Food Pantry of Green Forest.

The Alliance is not the only group pitching in to help the food drive. More than a dozen local restaurants will provide soup of various flavors including vegan. Participating restaurants include Anglers Inn, Caribe, Myrtie Mae’s of the Inn of the Ozarks, Farm to Table Fresh, New Delhi Cafe, DeVito’s, Mud Street, Grand Tavern, Rogue’s Manor, Crystal Dining Room of the Crescent Hotel, Basin Park Hotel, Nibbles, The Sweet-n-Savory Cafe. The deal is: You buy a ticket that gets you a handthrown bowl by one of these 12 local artists and it is filled with the soup of your choice on the night of the event. The money you spend on the ticket goes to feed even more people. Tickets are on sale for $20 each, or can be purchased on the day of the event at the Eureka Springs Alehouse and Distillery at 426 W. Van Buren.

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Citizen Opinion by David Blankenship

What is one thing we can do as individuals to bring 100,000 new visitors to the Eureka Springs?

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Good to hear a voice of reason Carrie Marry “Whole Foods Maven”

“Keep generating that Eureka love vibe.”

Billy Williams “Cowboy”

Linda Wilson

“Mrs. Greenarms”

“Accept all diversi- “Keep your yard ty - even motorcy- clean and your cles” trees trimmed”

Thank you Mr. Ragsdell for setting the record straight on tourism last week. It was refreshing to her your voice of reason amid the clatter of whining and complaining I hear so frequently. It is my firm opinion that so long as we are able to put out a good and desirable product to ALL of the tribes that may enter our fair village, we are going to do just fine. Bryan Hostick Sherwood Court

‘No’ votes are hard to understand

Misty Langdon Ivan Thompson Stuart Drizner “I Like Pig’s Butts”

“I can do a Twitter campaign”

“Ivan of the Ozarks”

“More Eureka chicken-on-astick”

“Studebaker”

“By showing how much we love being here”

I expect that people elected to public office will carefully research issues that appear before them before casting their vote. I guess that was an unrealistic expectation in the case of the non-discrimination ordinance. The opposing alderpersons’ argument that “existing federal and state laws already apply” is entirely without merit. A quick search of the internet shows that no federal employment, housing or accommodation laws include “sexual orientation” or “gender identity” as “protected classes” (Wikipedia). Neither does Arkansas state law (Nolo.com). Even our city attorney was misinformed. It does not take a Clarence Darrow to discover the truth in this matter;

Citizen Survey What is one thing we can do as individuals to bring 100,000 new visitors to the Eureka Springs?

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it took me 15 minutes. It is a flat-out shame that the alderpersons thought so little of their colleague and their community that they didn’t even research the issue for themselves. I also do not see how anybody could declare this proposal “an insult to Eureka Springs” or suggest that enacting this proposal would be meaningless. If nothing else it makes a strong positive statement about our community culture. That alone is worth it. It will be very interesting to see how the opposition justifies their “no” vote the next time the topic comes up. Rita Wessel Eureka Springs

Who do you think should be Citizen of the Week? Send us your nominations Citizen, P.O., Box 679, Eureka Springs, AR 72632, fax to (479) 253-0080 or e-mail to: citizen.editor@yahoo.com

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What do you think should be done with the old Eureka Springs high school property? m A parking lot: 20.0% (9 votes) m A community center: 37.8% (17 votes) m A medical facility: 11.1% (5 votes) m A farmers market: 11.1% (5 votes)

m A park: 6.7% (3 votes) m Something else: 13.3% (6 votes)

Go to www.lovelycitizen.com and weigh in. Vote by Wednesday 9 a.m.

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High school to host math, science night

Eureka Springs High School will host the Math and Science Night at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 25. Science and math teachers along with their students will be there to show interested visitors what they learning. Some of the events you will see are

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Troy Tim Summers Sr.

July 22, 1917 – Sept. 10, 2014

Troy Tim Summers Sr. of Berryville passed away Sept. 10, 2014 at the age of 97 years. He was born July 22, 1917, to James Robert and James Nora Frances Wierick–Summers. Tim retired from Kraft Foods. He loved his grandchildren and his farm. He accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. He is survived by two sons, Vernon and wife Venita Summers of Berryville.; Tim and wife Peggy Summers Jr. of Bentonville; one daughter-in-law, Karen Summers of Hot Springs Village; one sister, Jessie and husband Carroll Smith of Harrison; eight grandchildren, Angie, Amy, Sandy, Jill, Leslie, Trina, Craig and Matt; 20 great grandchildren and seven great great grandchildren, several niec-

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Micro Fodder, Hour of Code, CBR – match graph, Math Art and much more. This will be a fun filled hour with refreshments and pizza, so come join, learn, and see what is happening in the Math and Science area of the Eureka Springs High School

es and nephews and a host of family and friends. On Aug. 27, 1938, he was united in marriage with Blanche May Swofford who preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his parents, James Robert and James Nora Summers; son, Loren Summers, siblings, Cara, Carson, Roy, Bernice, Johnny and two infant siblings. Funeral services were held Monday at the Charles M. Nelson Memorial Chapel with Mr. Brent Beale officiating. Interment followed at the Berryville Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be sent to ALS Gift Processing Center, P.O. box 6051, Albert Lea, MN 56007.

Faye Banister

Oct. 6, 1937 – Sept. 11, 2014

Faye Banister, a resident of Holiday Island, was born Oct. 6, 1937 in Emporia, Kan., son of Clarence Faye Sr. and Mary Irene (Ferrin) Banister. He departed this life Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014 in Fayetteville, at the age of 76 years. Faye was of the Methodist faith. He was a member of the American Legion and retired from the Kansas Department of Transportation. On Oct. 26, 1975, Faye was united in marriage with Shirley L. (Clark) Banister, who survives him of the home. He is also survived by one son, Layne A. Feldman of Kansas City, Kan.; three daughters, Debra Whitmore of Onega, Kan., Lisa K. and husband Allen Foster of

Burlingame, Kan., and Teresa J. Bender of Topeka, Kan.; one brother, Robert Banister of Topeka, Kan.; nine grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; a host of friends and loved ones; and his beloved animals. Faye was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Mary Banister; one son, Ricky Lee Banister; and two infant boys. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the Good Shepherd Humane Society, 6486 Highway 62 East, Eureka Springs, Ark., 72632. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

HI observance marks Patriot Day By Kathryn Lucariello CCNhi@cox-internet.com

HOLIDAY ISLAND – A handful of people ignored the rain to come out to a Patriot Day observance of 9/11 on Sept. 11 at the Veterans Memorial Park. The event, presented by American Legion Post 36, commemorated the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center in New York. Lt. Col. Buster McCall, head of the Air Force ROTC at the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville, was the featured speaker. Following an introduction and comments by Legion Commander Ken Pownall, McCall spoke about ROTC students who have committed to excel at the fitness part of their training and how several in the unit have worked to bring their scores up, making their unit No.1 in the Southwest region and No.8 in the nation. “If they hadn’t done that, we would have been number 19 in the nation,” he said, adding that the future of our military capabilities is in good hands with students such as these. Reflecting on the 38 nation allies in the Gulf Wars sparked by Sept. 11, compared to the seven who have allied with the United

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States today in the growing current threat from the Middle East, he said, “We have to remember that freedom is not free. We have to fight for it.” He read a poem about 9/11, written by his daughter, who was only 3 years old in 2001. “Even someone who doesn’t really remember what happened that day, they’re carrying it on,” McCall said. He spoke about two people who had survived 9/11, one a retired New York police officer who used his boat to ferry people and goods across the Hudson River while land transportation was curtailed, and the other a woman who defied orders to stay in the basement of one of the Trade Center towers and escaped death when the building came down, the only survivor of her office floor. McCall urged people to remember what happened on that day. “Today, let’s have a moment of sharing instead of silence – let’s talk to others and get them to remember what this day means.” Following his speech, flags that are no longer serviceable were presented by Pownall to Fire Chief Jack Deaton for disposal. Flags in the park stood at half-mast in remembrance of 9/11.

Gordon Leon Evans

March 5, 1935 – Sept. 15, 2014

Gordon Leon Evans, resident of Eureka Springs, was born March 5, 1935 in Eureka Springs. Evans was the son of Benjamin Harrison and Beulah (Anmon) Evans. He departed this life Monday, Sept. 15, 2014 in his home in Eureka Springs at the age of 79 years. Gordon was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Eureka Springs, the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and the American Legion. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gold prospecting with his grandchildren. Gordon proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. On Sept. 1, 1990, Gordon was united in marriage with Shirley Ann (Hatcher) Bohannan Evans, who survives him. He is also survived by five children, Christi and husband Ben Lawson of Van Alstyne, Texas; Laurie and husband Ryan MacDonald of Olathe, Kan.; John Corente and wife Cheryl of Rogers; Gene Bohannan of Eureka Springs and

Timmy Ray Bohannan of Eureka Springs.; five grandchildren, Greg and Justin Lawson, Bailee and Brooklyn MacDonald and Jessie Lieberman; two great-grandchildren, Dylan and Micah Lieberman; and a host of other family and friends. Gordon was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan Corente Evans; parents, Benjamin and Beulah Evans; daughter, Louella Bohannan; and nine brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Nelson’s Chapel of the Springs with Brother Tim Garrison officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Eureka Springs Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Arkansas 72762. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

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Bone Marrow Drive The Jimi Tucker Fan Club hosted a Bone Marrow Drive at the ECHO Clinic on Saturday. More than 15 volunteers – many of them friends and family of Jimi Tucker – combined with bone marrow donor agency Be the Match to seek out potential donors from our area. You can check to see whether you might be a donor match from the comfort of your home by traveling to www.BeTheMatch.org and requesting a home testing kit. Pictured at left is the Jimi Tucker Fan Club. At right is Meagan Alberson as she swabs her mouth during a bone marrow test.

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Mary Popovac dances the Cha Cha with partner Ray Ulibarri.

Fatima Treuer shows she can do the Hustle.

Dancing the night away

he Aud’s lower floor was near capacity last Thursday and an uninformed observer might have thought a rock group was performing judging by the audience’s level of interaction. But it wasn’t KISS or Def Leopard. It was Dancing With the Eureka Stars and the crowd was into it. The production was a Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce fundraiser, pulled off with the help of local dance studio Melonlight Ball Room Dance and owners Emma Anne and Ray Ulibarri, and professional dancer/instructor Maggie Mae. Bill Ott emceed the event, which was judged by Kyle Kellams, of NPR station KUAF; Jessica Schaer, of KSN 16; and CD White, of the Eureka Springs Independent.

Local celebrity dancers were paired with the professionals from the Melonlight studio, who helped with choreography, routines and dance instructions. The dancing stars were: Elise Roenigk, owner Crescent and Basin Park Hotels; Mark Minton, Arvest Bank; Zeek Taylor, artist; David Kellogg, Eureka Springs School Superintendent; Mary Popovac, Cornerstone Bank; Diane Wilkerson, City of Eureka Springs; Damon Henke, owner Ozark Mountain Vacation Rentals; Leroy Gorrell, Community First Bank; Chip Ford, photographer Lovely County Citizen; and Fatima Treuer, owner Cathouse Lounge and Pied Piper Inn. Ford won first place and Treuer placed second.

Photos by David Bell

David Kellogg with pro dance partner Emma Anne.

Elise Roenigk cuts a rug with Ray Ulibarri dancing the Tango.

Mark Minton and partner Emma Anne dance a Bachata.

Bill Ott served as master of ceremnies.

LeRoy Gorrell and Maggie Mae finish their dance with flair.

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Chip Ford, first place winner, and Fatima Treuer, who placed second.

Eureka artist Zeek Taylor prepares to Mambo with Maggie Mae.

Eventual winner Chip Ford had a bevy of fans in attendance.

Diane Wilkerson Rumbas with dance partner Ray Ulibarri.

David Henke does a Country Two Step with partner Emma Anne.

Professionals Emma Anne and Ray Ulibarri dance an Argentine Tango.

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All that jazz!

Photos by Chip Ford

The annual Eureka Springs Jazz Weekend was held last week. The headliners for the event were Ellis Louis Marsalis Jr. and his son Delfeayo. Ellis has taught at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, the University of New Orleans and Xavier University of Louisiana. Ellis has also been a major influence in the careers of countless musicians, including Terence Blanchard, Harry Connick Jr. and Nicholas Payton; as well as his four musician sons: Wynton, Branford, Delfeayo and Jason.

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Guest Commentary

Eureka deserves better from SWEPCO, Asplundh

fter repeated complaints, SWEPCO and their contractor Asplundh have finally removed the numerous tree limbs they left strewn across our property. However, they still left a tree that will be a danger to their power lines once it falls. It is all but dead, with nothing but dead limbs at the top of the tree. It clearly won’t survive another season. If it doesn’t fall in their power line, it will likely fall into our historic home. Most utilities have published standards that govern such trimming and removal. For example, the Western Area Power Association web site (https:// ww2.wapa.gov/sites/western/newsroom/FactSheets/Pages/factstrees.aspx) states: Tall growing trees or other tall objects that could fall into a power line must be removed. Heavy winds can blow branches into power lines and additional weight from snow and ice can bend or break branches, bringing them close enough to cause a flashover. Trees that could reach a power line should never be felled by a land owner. They also state: If we must cut trees on your land, we promise to either leave the logs for your use or haul them away, as you request. We will remove and/or chip all branches and haul the chips off site. SWEPCO claims they follow the standards set by International Society of

Arborists. Their code of ethics, however, requires them to: Follow appropriate health and safety procedures, in the course of performing professional activities, to protect clients, employers, employees and the public from conditions where injury and/or other harm are reasonably foreseeable. They must also: Follow appropriate health and safety procedures, in the course of performing professional activities, to protect clients, employers, employees and the public from conditions where injury and/or other harm are reasonably foreseeable. SWEPCO publishes a booklet that explains their line clearing efforts in detail. A copy is available at https://www. swepco.com/global/utilities/lib/docs/ info/treetrimming/Mini_Tree_Brochure.pdf. Sadly, they don’t honor their claims in that booklet. AEP/SWEPCO’s booklet states that AEP will take immediate action to remove any climbable tree too close to a power line. That is simply not true. I had to pay thousands of dollars to have a dead tree that was dropping limbs on their line earlier this year after SWEPCO ignored repeated requests to have the tree removed, by both their local linemen and myself. After repeated attempts to speak with someone, I finally got to Chuck Easterling, who said

SWEPCO would eventually remove the tree once their tree crews moved here from Rogers, then delayed their estimated arrival date repeatedly. After the tree dropped limbs on and damaged my neighbor’s house, I had to pay to have it removed or face lawsuits for negligence if further damage occurred. All of this abandoned wood is a clear violation of city code, which requires the grantee remove wood they cut from all private property in maintenance of their right of way. 4.04.02 Rights and responsibilities of city and grantees C. Grantees, their successors and assigns, are hereby given the right to trim, cut or remove trees, shrubbery or growth on or in public ways, places and public property which interfere with or offer hazards to the operation of grantees’ facilities used or useful for the rendition of electric service; further, grantees are hereby given the right, authority and permission to trim, cut and remove portions of trees, shrubbery or growth growing on private property but overhanging or encroaching on public ways, places and public property which interfere with or offer hazards to the construction, operation and maintenance of grantees’ facilities. (MC 1978, 4.04.04) It doesn’t say “trim, cut, and leave strewn all across our city”. City code also requires the removal

of such nuisances. Ordinance 2201 requires the elimination of any nuisances that might become a breeding place for flies, mosquitos, rats, pests, germs, or vermin. The limbs are stacked against living trees, which eventually will lead to the death of those trees if not removed. The limbs and chips are an attractive nuisance, perfect homes for varmints and rodents as well as tinder for any fire. I have been told there are similar piles all over town. SWEPCO’s door hanger notice promised that they would use “applicable arboricultural standards” in doing all trimming. Instead, they have broken almost every rule in the book butchering trees all over Eureka Springs. No arborist worth his salt would advocate stacking cut wood against a living tree, leaving piles of chips stacked against living trees, leaving trees with dead limbs hanging over power lines or historic homes. And they certainly wouldn’t have allowed the butchering of trees like the one featured in this week’s Eureka Springs Independent. SWEPCO/AEP and their contractors have failed to honor their service standards. Perhaps Eureka Springs should review their franchise agreements and find an electric provider that doesn’t decimate their customers trees and then leave debris scattered all over town. — Charles Ragsdell Eureka Springs

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Village View

Alison By Sandra TaylorSynar Brown

A Story can Change the World

he stood on the porch of my apartment. We’d just had a really productive writing circle, and the other participants had gone, chattering with enthusiasm. But this woman continued to linger, “impaled,” to use my husband’s favorite cliché, “on the horns of a dilemma.” “You’re so lucky,” she said to me. “You’re so focused. You know you’re supposed to write. I feel that, too, but I also feel that I should be doing this other thing.” This other thing was a civic mission with a most worthy goal. The woman’s anguish was the she wanted to write, but she also wanted to raise awareness of a human rights issue and work toward a solution. I was reminded of a novel that I read in high school (I have a long memory when it comes to novels.) The protagonist was a young African American growing up in the inner city. He had a great musical gift, but he felt that he should become a doctor. One line I remember. “With the world going to hell forty-seven ways, he couldn’t spend his life playing the piano.” But this whole question makes the assumption that our writing cannot serve a higher purpose, which, of course, it can. The pen is mightier than the sword, etc. We know political, environmental, and spiritual writing makes a difference, changes perceptions, changes lives. But what about memoir? What about a novel? I’ve always believed that novels can get a message out, often in a subtle way that may reach an audience that doesn’t read or won’t respond to a more direct, weightier method. A perfect example is the novel Playing St. Barbara by Marian Szczepanski. Marian’s book is the story of four women, a mother and three

daughters, who must deal with the issue of domestic violence in their home. Marian will be teaching a couple of interesting workshops for the Village Writing School on October 4. One will be about how to write a convincing villain. No one is all good or all bad. A believable antagonist must be nuanced, as, indeed, real people are. Playing St. Barbara, which was published by High Hill Press in St. Louis, has done well, and Marian has spoken across the country about the issue of domestic violence. When we set the date for her workshops with us, she wanted to know if she could do something with an DV organization in Carroll County. I put her in touch with the people I knew who had a heart for this issue, including the woman in the first paragraph above. The result is the event on Sunday afternoon, October 5, when the plans for the new Carroll County Safety Network will be unveiled. It’s an exciting and logical plan that draws on many resources surrounding Carroll County, so that we don’t have to build from the ground up, but simply put into place a step by step “safety net” for women at risk. Here’s an author who wrote about her passion and now that novel is an impetus for change. You can register for Marian’s workshops at villagewritingschool.com. The public is invited to learn how we can provide a place of safety for our residents without trying to fund and staff a shelter. Come to the Sunday event. October 5 at 2 pm at our building at 177 Huntsville Road (HWY 23 South) in Eureka Springs. Writers or not, we can all make a difference.

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Alison Taylor-Brown has an MFA in Fiction and a lifetime of teaching experience from preschool to university levels. She directs The Village Writing School, whose mission is to foster the development of area writers through workshops, writers’ circles, and coaching. Her column, Village View, appears weekly. To talk to Alison about your writing goals and dreams, contact her at alisontaylorbrown@me.com or 479 292-3665.

Coming Events September 20 – Getting off on the Right Foot Vision, Voice, and Point of View – Dr. Pat Carr 1-4 p.m. Village Writing School $25 October 4 – Bring on the Bad Guys Creating Believable Villians – Marian Szczepanski 9-12 noon Village Writing School $25 October 4 – My Book’s Journey From local press to national appearances – Marian Szczepanski 1-4 p.m. Village Writing School $25 October 5 – Domestic Violence Awareness Benefit Come Learn about the Newly Formed

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The Natural Way

Soapberries: alternative to detergents

erae and her husband visited EuJim Fain reka Springs a few months ago an had a wonderful visit. The two had stopped in and introduced themselves to Robin and me. We were immediately good friends as they both had that “Eureka” feel about them. It turns out she has a tiny start-up business named 5 Little Indians based in her home-state of Mississippi. The little Indians are her home schooled children who help her make beautifully packaged, completely non-toxic and all natural cleaning products for the home. She teaches her children about the old ways but in a very modern format. S. C. Johnson had notified me that they had purchased the cleaning line Mrs. Meyers, so they would not be servicing small business any longer–only big chains, big box stores. I could continue buying Mrs. Myers products through a third party, but only at extra cost. Meeting Jerae was timely and serendipitous. I know most of you know this often happens in Eureka. Jerae has many great products, but the one I will write about is called Soap Berries. It comes in bulk in a cotton bag with a smaller bag added to the package. You simply put 5 or 6 soap berries in the little bag, drop into your laundry washing machine as it fills, then place your clothing in on top. This is pretty much what is done with top loaders, so there is no difference in use. You set your washer to the settings you’ve always used. You’ll get 5 or 6 washings from that one cotton pouch. Between loads just hang the little cotton bag up to air dry. There is a handy little tie included. Soapberries, or soapnuts, comes from a shrub called Sapindus. According to Wikipedia, “Sapindus is a genus of about five to twelve species of shrubs and small trees in the Lychee family, Sapindaceae, native to warm temperate to tropical regions in both the Old World and New World. The genus includes both deciduous and evergreen species. Members of the genus are commonly known as soapberries or soapnuts because the fruit pulp is used to make soap. The generic name is derived from the Latin words saponis, meaning “soap”, and indicus, meaning “of India”. I used these at home on a white bathrobe hoping to wash out all of the coffee spills and dirty cuffs. Believe me, this is a real test as a white bathrobe is definitely a palette for my early morning foibles. I didn’t pre-treat with stain lifters as I wanted to see just what would happen. The bathrobe came out nice and clean with only a few stubborn stains resisting the all natural power. You can use any laundry additive you wish to nab those stubborn stains. In fact, 5 Little Indians has a stain lifter product. I really like this nontoxic all natural approach. I really like the serendipity of our little town, too.

Wisecrack Zodiac ARIES: Some days you’re the cute little cup of espresso, other days you’re the coffee grounds. No matter which one describes your day, if someone licks you, be assured you can still pack a punch. TAURUS: Finding your purpose isn’t as easy as finding your keys, although both can be knocked behind the refrigerator by the cat. Limber up, because some interesting positions will be required. GEMINI: The best things in life are free, but it’s still going to cost you a bus ticket to get there. Either save up your pennies or sweeten up a sugar daddy. CANCER: Don’t fret if a promotion is just out of your reach. Buy one of those grabber tools and take it into your boss’ office. A few gooses with a weird robot hand will make your promotion will appear. Or a pink slip. Could go either way. LEO: No one expects you to be the best, but they would be impressed if you wore your underwear on the inside this week. Dial down the crazy and you’ll be treated to a special soundtrack: dozens of people sighing in relief. VIRGO: You have a special talent for making people ill at ease. Use that skill to get out of a parent/teacher conference or a tax audit. Don’t use it too much, though, or you’ll be the weird guy with a backyard full of confiscated baseballs and Frisbees. LIBRA: Everyone should know their limits, but you’re the one head-butting them on a daily basis. Two pieces of advice: wear a helmet, and keep going. Eventually those barriers will move. SCORPIO: Your latest harebrained scheme won’t make you a million dollars, but you will be known on the Internet as “that rutabaga pyramid dude.” Hey, fifteen minutes is fifteen minutes, right? SAGITTARIUS: Your love life is looking like a MySpace page: abandoned, unkempt and unwanted. Spruce it up before you try to reconnect with any former friends, and wax off those wild, sprouting ads.

CAPRICORN: It’s hard to put your best foot forward when your first move is landing on your face. You’ll recover well if you jump up, smile and tell people you’re doing an interpretive dance of the office mission statement. AQUARIUS: Sometimes the universe gives you a clue with a gentle nudge, and other times it sports an Acme sledgehammer swung by an over-stimulated coyote. Take action when you get the hint so you won’t be walking

Crossword Puzzle

Beth Bartlett

around like an accordion. PISCES: You always know the right things to say—unfortunately, you usually think of them the next day. On Thursday, the right words come at the right time, giving you a shot at the right gig. Don’t talk too much, though, or they will realize you’re a bit of a loon. Answers on page 21

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Lively Entertainment By Kristal Kuykendall

THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 • Basin Park Hotel Balcony Bar & Restaurant, 12 Spring St., 479-2537837: Maureen Alexander, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169, 169 E. Van Buren, 479-253-7122: Karaoke/DJ with Tic, 8 p.m. • Jack’s Place, 37 Spring St., 479-2532219: Karaoke with DJ Goose, 8 p.m. to midnight • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard), 105 E. Van Buren, 479-253-2500: Starseed, 8 p.m. • Madam Medusa’s Hookah Lounge, 1 Center St., Ste. C, 310-720-5487: BYOB, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. FRIDAY, SEPT. 19 • Basin Park Hotel Balcony Bar & Restaurant: Hogscalders, noon to 2 p.m.; Hogscalders, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. • Cathouse / Pied Piper, 82 Armstrong St., 479-363-9976: Whiskey Union, 8 p.m. to midnight

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138 E. Van Buren (Hwy. 62) Eureka Springs, AR

DJ Friday & Saturday Nights Karaoke Sunday 7:00-11:00 Largest Dance Floor Downtown!!

479-253-7102

Largest Beer Garden Downtown

Jeff Lee, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Chelsea’s: Diesel Dean & the 18 Wheelers, 7:30 p.m. • Eureka Live: DJ, Dancing and Karaoke, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. • Madam Medusa’s Hookah Lounge: Sunday Funday Pirate Day, BYOG (Grog), noon to midnight • New Delhi Cafe: TBD, noon to 4 p.m. • Ozark Mountain Taproom, 140 E. Van Buren, 479-244-6922: Service Industry Sunday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Den: Arkansas Bootleg, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Tavern: Game Day MONDAY, SEPT. 22 • Chelsea’s: Springbilly, 9:30 p.m. TUESDAY, SEPT. 23 • Chelsea’s: Open Mic, 9:30 p.m. • Madam Medusa’s Hookah Lounge: Game night, BYOB, 4 p.m. to midnight WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 • Chelsea’s: Gasoline Lollipops, 9:30 p.m. • Madam Medusa’s Hookah Lounge: Subversive films night at 5 p.m.; BYOB, 4 p.m. to midnight

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DJ, Dancing & Drag Event $5.00 cover

“Walk of Shame” Bloody Mary Bar Best In Town!!! 35 N. Main • Eureka Springs • 479-253-7020 www.eurekaliveunderground.com

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Calendar of Events Sept. 18: Eureka Springs Elementary School Parent Night Spaghetti Dinner

Eureka Springs Elementary School will host a Parent Night Spaghetti Dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18. Families are invited to visit the classrooms to view student work and projects. After visiting the classrooms, families can enjoy a spaghetti dinner. There will be information available to learn about educational programs and to find out how to become more involved with school. The students will be performing some of their favorite songs at 6:15 p.m. All parents and community members are invited to attend.

Sept. 18: Poetluck

Sandra Ostrander will read new work at Poetluck Sept. 18. The event will begin with a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow on 515 Spring Street in Eureka Springs. It takes place every third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Writers’ Colony. Everyone is welcome, so bring a dish to share and settle in for a great evening.

Sept. 18: Farmer’s Market

The Farmer’s Market held on Thursday, Sept. 18 will feature a full selection of vegetables, herbs, melons, winter squash, apples, baked goods and breads, beef, pork, chicken, shiitake mushrooms, jellies and more. It will also host the first annual Beets, Bikes and BBQ. The farmer’s market occurs Tuesday and Thursdays from 7 a.m. to noon at Pine Mountain Village every week until Thanksgiving.

Sept. 18: Alzheimer’s Support Group for Caregivers

Mercy Auxiliary in conjunction with Area Agency on Aging will sponsor an Alzheimer’s Support Group for Caregivers the third Thursday of each month beginning Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Meetings will be in the conference room at Area Agency on Aging on 1204 Primrose in Berryville. Caregivers are wel-

come at any meeting to share experiences and to receive comfort and resources. For more information, call Rebecca Davis at 870-350-3415 or Anita Spearman at 479981-0626.

Sept. 19: Dances of Universal Peace

Dances of Universal Peace will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church on 17 Elk street in Eureka Springs 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19. The dances are simple and joyful moving meditations that involve the singing of sacred phrases with accompanying movements from the world’s many spiritual traditions. Participation is free of charge. Contact Rebecca Babbs at 479-253-8303 or email her at babbsrebecca@gmail.com for more information.

Sept. 20: Northwest Arkansas Permaculture Study Group Meeting

The Northwest Arkansas Permaculture Study Group will meet t his month at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 at the home of Jane and Richard Pille at 70 CR 278 in Eureka Springs. The group will discuss harvesting and preserving food; if you have good recipes or ideas, feel free to share. New members are always welcome. For more information, call 870-253-4062.

Sept. 20: How to Begin - Vision and Voice Workshop

The Village Writing School will offer How to Begin, a workshop on vision and voice, on Sept. 20 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This workshop will focus on the all-important questions that must be answered at the beginning of each story. What is the author’s vision? How can the right point of view make the story? What is voice and why is it considered so important in publishing? Dr. Pat Carr will host the workshop. It will take place at the Village Writing School on 177 Huntsville Road, and it costs $25. For more information and to register online, go to villagewritingschool.com or email alisontaylorbrown@ me.com or phone 479-292-3665.

Sept. 21: Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Equality Speech

James Rector will discuss the anti-bias law recently passed by the City of Fayetteville, which allows investigation and prosecution of employers and business owners for unjustly evicting or firing someone because of their sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic background, marital status or veteran status. The program will be held at the Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 17 Elk Street beginning at 11 a.m. Sept. 21. Refreshments will follow and childcare is provided.

Sept. 21: Autumn Equinox Celebration

The Autumn Equinox Celebration will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21 at the OM Sanctuary. The celebration will feature a walk through the OM Sanctuary, an apple ritual and shared vegan harvest foods. Call 479-3637024 for more information.

Sept. 21: Eureka Classic Movies

The next film presented by Eureka Classic Movies will be “The Apple Dumpling Gang.” The movie, a 1975 comedy starring Tim Conway and Don Knotts, was a box-office hit and was Disney’s “top movie of the 1970s.” It will be shown 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. Tickets are $3 for adults and children and youth under 16 years of age are free.

Sept. 22: Eureka Springs School of Arts Workshops

Eureka Springs School of Arts’ late September workshops include three and four-day events. The first begins Sept. 22 featuring the heavy metal artistry of metalsmith Wayne Summerhill. He was asked back to lead the class by popular demand. On Sept. 25, there will be a workshop for photographers called

“Storytelling Portraiture” with Melanie Myhre. Her students will learn about lighting, posing, editing flow an dmore. Visit her Facebook page for special offers. More information is coming about October workshops and the Oct. 24 Mad Hatter Ball. Visit ESSA’s website at www.ess-art.org or call any weekday at 479-253-5384 to reserve your seat for the ball or to sign up for one of the upcoming workshops. The Eureka Springs School of Arts is located at 15751 Hwy 62 in Eureka Springs.

Sept. 22: Metafizzies Meeting

The Eureka Springs Metaphysical Society (Metafizzies) will meet 7 p.m. Sept. 22 in the reading room of the Christian Science Church at 68 Mountain Street in Eureka Springs. The meeting will feature a video on the life of 20th century Indian sage Ramana Maharshi. All are welcome.

Sept. 23: Holiday Island Fire Department Auxiliary Luncheon

The Holiday Island Fire Department’s Auxiliary Luncheon will be held at noon Tuesday, Sept. 23 in the ballroom of the Holiday Island Clubhouse. The doors open at 11:30 a.m. for social time, and the luncheon costs $8. Reservations are required, needing to be made no later than Friday, Sept. 19 to PEggy Arnhart at 479-363-6245. Annual membership is only $12. For more information, call 479-981-0156.

Sept. 25: Wilson Family String Band at the Barn

The Wilson Family String Band will provide the entertainment for the Holiday Island Baptist Church Annual Cowboy Hoedown 6 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Barn in Holiday Island. A potluck dinner will be served. Put on your favorite hat, cowboy shirt and your spurs and come on over! Call the church office at 870-253-7624 and leave a message of how many are coming.

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Classifieds

Announcements

Help Wanted

ENJOY PRIVATE DINING on the water at Dock 'N Eat on Big M Marina Wednesdays 5p.m. 'til 8p.m. Minimum group of 20. Perfect for church group, club, or large family. Reserve with Annelise at 417-271-3883.

CHILDCARE PROVIDER NEEDED for two delightful home-schooled girls, ages 5 and 7. M/W/F, 7a.m.-noon. $100/wk. Call 479-981-4811 for an interview.

JUSTICE FOR LAURA in 2014. facebook.com/RememberLauraAcevez Stop Domestic Abuse in Carroll County Qi Gong FREE DEMO CLASS, Sunday, October 5, 10a.m. MoonWave Expo, Inn of the Ozarks. Six weekly classes will follow at Melonlight Studio. Energize your meridians, your organs, your health through movement, color and sound. Prepare for the Spring Equinox Concert. Contact Fred Mayer 216-225-6512, fiddlinfred29@yahoo.com. SEEKING VENDORS. Elks Craft Fair! Nov. 15. Art, Craft, Specialty food, etc. Email: holidayislandelks@gmail.com or call 479-363-6416 for application. THE EUREKA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET welcomes you on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7a.m. to noon at Pine Mountain Village. Tuesday is ''Fun-Food'' day, with cooking demos, juice bar and MORE! Plus organic meats. WHITE STREET SATURDAY MARKET. Open 8:00a.m.-11:30a.m. every Saturday. The finest summer vegetables! Authentic sourdough bread! Ermilio's parking lot.

Garage Sale ESTATE SALE, 65 Skyview Lane, in H.I., Sept. 18, 19,&20, 8a.m.-4p.m. Antiques, furniture, antique sideboard, clothes, costume jewelry, household items, garage items, freezer, bbq smoker, books, backpack blower, fishing tackle, biker's leather, 5'x8' utility trailer. Rain/shine. TAG SALE BY •HILL: Sept. 19-20, 8a.m.-4p.m., 141 Holiday Island Drive. Wicker chair, Queen Anne dining table/6-chairs; trunk, lamps, occasional tables, sewing machine, cash register, art, vacuums, patio table/chairs, ice cream parlor table/chairs, teapots, ladders, hide-a-bed sofa, Weber grill, tools, antiques, books, kitchen-ware, MORE! YARD SALE. MOVING out of state! 26 Emporia. Sept. 26 & 27, 7a.m.-3p.m., Sept. 28, 10a.m.-1p.m.

Personals PERSONALS SINCERE SINGLES: Meet others in your area for respectable dating. All age groups. Details free. Leonard's, P.O. Box 421, Berryville, AR 72616-0421

Give-Aways FREE CHURCH ORGAN 479-253-1536.

GRYPHON'S ROOST DAY SPA has an immediate opening for 2 highly skilled, loving massage therapists. Please submit resume to stephanie@gryphonsroost.com or call 479-981-1844 to set up an interview.

Help Wanted

Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas

ARE YOU LOOKING TO SUPPLEMENT YOUR INCOME? Crescent Hotel NOW HIRING Year Round

Public Area attendant • Reservationist Massage Therapist • Part-time Dishwasher Line Cook Prep Cook • Server

Basin Park Hotel Line Cook • Houseman Individuals of Good Character may apply in person.

Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas

APARTMENT MANAGER Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas is currently accepting applications for the position of Part Time Apartment Manager for Ozark Meadows II Senior Complex located in Berryville, AR. The person selected for this Part-Time position will work twenty hours (20) per week insuring the complex is fully rented, properly maintained, and that all required paperwork is completed in a proper and timely manner. This position starts at $9.00/hour and carries an employee benefit package and 403(b) plan.

Apply at www.aaanwar.org/Employment This position will remain open until filled EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled/AA

Area Agency on Aging is currently accepting applications for Personal Care Assistants to work with our In-Home clients of Carroll County. We are looking for trained PCAs with good work ethics and a caring attitude. We have flexible hours available up to 28 hours per week, paid holidays, incentive bonuses, and offer retirement benefits. Subject to pre-employment background screen and drug test. Apply on-line at: www.aaanwar.org/Employment EEO employer/Vet/Disabled/AA HANDYMAN NEEDED. Must be reliable! A lot of yard-work and lifting required. Must have phone and transportation. 5-10hrs./week, year 'round. $10/hr. 479-981-2429. HIRING PROPERTY MANAGER as team leader to execute next phase of growth at spectacular 16 room Bed and Breakfast. Our Beaver Lake view Hotel and Events Center is located in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas. On-site resident position includes: managing reservations, corporate & event sales, check-ins/outs, follow-ups, breakfasts, light maintenance/housekeeping, and some social media activity. Experienced management candidate(s) only. Prefer B&B, culinary, and sales references. Non-smoking facility. If you are confident you have the experience and skill to enhance and grow our business, please contact us with your resume, emails only: wmlhiring@gmail.com. Couples preferred. HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED PART-TIME. Great pay plus tips. Experience necessary. Cell phone and personal vehicle required. Call 479-253-5548 for appointment. HOUSEKEEPER REQUIRED. $12/HR +bonus, +tips. Hours vary, Weekends required. Call 479-253-5549.

To place a classified ad in the CITIZEN, stop by the office, call 479-253-0070, or e-mail us at citizendesk@cox-internet.com

Help Wanted HOUSEKEEPER/OFFICE HELP WANTED for resort hotel in E.S.; year-round position. Great benefits including vacation and partial insurance pay after one year of service. Looking for a dependable and hardworking person who can walk into a room and notice something is wrong and fix it. If this sounds like this is you, please email resume to: eurekaspringsresort@gmail.com. NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for Part-time office clerk and part-time wait staff. Please apply in person at ES & NA Railway depot. PARTS UNKNOWN, Eureka Spring's destination for a broad assortment of fine men's and women's fashions and accessories, is hiring Part-Time Sales Professionals. If you are a service driven, energetic fashion enthusiast, we'd like to meet with you. Please email your resume to eureka@partsunknown.com or fax to 866-498-2780

Real Estate for Sale CHARMING COTTAGE on Owen St. 1BR/1BA Energy Efficient! Stucco on 2+ landscaped lots. Built 2003. $119,000. 479-244-9155. CUSTOM 2100 SF HOME Million Dollar View Private Community 3BR/2.5BA All New Finishes 2 story living + Master BR Furnace/AC/ HWH Oversized 2 car attached garage White cabinets, granite counters Stainless appliances Marble vanities Jacuzzi Tub Glass shower enclosure Brazilian Mahogany Laminate Porcelain, Carpet 700sq.ft. Deck + Sleeping Porch Golf Courses, Pool Priced below market: $219,000 815-455-5504 ARCTEC.ONE@gmail.com

Commercial for Sale FOR SALE TURN-KEY BUSINESS: Restaurant/Bar. Some financing, WAC. Unlimited opportunity in Eureka. Lots of parking! Call 479-903-0699.

Services Offered AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE. Trimming and Removals. Good clean-up. 25 years experience. Free estimates. Licensed and Insured. Call 479-981-0181. • ANGEL CARDS • CHARMS • SPIRIT GUIDED • Get a reading, here in Eureka Springs. Call 417-543-4704 or 816-273-3668 for an appt.

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Services Offered

For Rent

Vehicles for Sale

CHIMNEY WORKS - Complete chimney services: sweeps, repairs, relining, and installation. Call Bob Messer. 479-253-2284

3BR/1BA, LIVING, DINING, Kitchen, Family room. CH plus wood stove. In Historic district. $750/mo. 1st/Last/+$500 deposit. 479-372-8989.

RENT OR RENT-TO-OWN! Residence &/or Business. 2BR/2BA, 2 Living Rooms, W/D and fridge. White St. next to Ermilio's. Available Oct.1st. View online at owners.com and enter 72632. $750/mo. as residence only or $850/mo. as combined. 479-253-6911.

2003 RED JEEP LIBERTY. Good Condition! $2700. Call 479-774-3427.

FANNING'S TREE SERVICE Bucket Truck 65' reach. Professional trimming, stump grinding topping, removal, chipper. Free estimates. Licensed, Insured. 870-423-6780, 870-423-8305 HANDYMAN HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING carpentry, drywall, decks, tile. One call does it all. We do small jobs. Bonded. Serving NWA since 1977. Bob Bowman. 479-640-5353 TOM HEARST Professional Painting and Carpentry Painting & Wood Finishing Trim & Repair Carpentry Drywall Repair & Texturing Pressure Washing 479-244-7096 TREE WORK - Skilled tree care: trimming, deadwooding and removals. Conscientious, professional arborist and sawmiller, Bob Messer 479-253-2284 AIRBRUSH TANNING & NAILS at Professional Hair Design Salon in H.I. Walk-Ins Welcomed! Customized Airbrush-Tan in minutes, lasts for days! OPI Gel-polish lasts 2 weeks! Two Pedicure chairs. Call Meagan today, mention this ad to receive 10% off any service! 479-253-2447. ASK ME ABOUT FENCING! New fencing and repairs. Call 870-480-3884. CHEF4YOU CATERING/PERSONAL CHEF SERVICE: I can work with any budget and all types of events. PERSONAL CHEF Service available, healthy weekly meals prepared for you and your family. Call Denise at 479-253-6118. DAVIS HEAT&AIR. Proudly serving Carroll County for 10 years. Servicing all makes and models. Licensed and Insured. Carrying AmericanStandard. 870-423-8776 LAST RESORT SOLUTIONS for old and new injury affecting nerves, brain, vascular, respiratory, digestive and urinary systems. Pain, Numbness, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Allergic or Inflammatory states. Neurology, Acupuncture, Kinesiology, Clinical Nutrition. Steven Shiver, DC, ND. 479-665-2544 OZARK PAINT COMPANY: Interior, Exterior, decks and pressure washing. Call Andy Stewart at 479-253-3764 PATHWAY MEDIATION — private, informal, confidential, affordable. Check us out at www.pathwaymediationworks.com. 870-423-2474.

8 MONTH RENTAL. Available Oct. 1st. 1BR furnished apartment in historic downtown E.S. Quiet Street. Off-street parking. $400/mo. +elec.&gas. 504-717-0733. APARTMENT AVAILABLE NOW. 1BR, Dishwasher, W/D, Refrigerator, Stove. $600/mo. Lease. +$600/deposit. 1 parking space. Call 479-236-0613. HISTORIC DISTRICT FURNISHED Seasonal Cottage house, 3BR/2BA, Deck, Gas Log Fireplace, TVs in all bedrooms & living room. $1500/mo., $500/dep., all utilities paid. NO pets, NO smoking. Available Dec. 10th-April 1st. 479-253-8920 Call for website photos. HOLIDAY ISLAND UPDATED 2BR/1BA, 15 Woodsdale Dr., Quiet well maintained 4-plex. Spacious condo, porch, W/D in unit, good storage, nice kitchen with all appliances, $570 includes your water/trash. Call or text 763-244-7707 or see more at http://fayar.craigslist.org/apa/4600685106.html I AM LOOKING FOR a roommate. I am an elderly woman who lives in a beautiful home on a wildlife sanctuary. I love it here and want to stay, but in order for me to do that, I need a roommate. 1BR, all other facilities shared: fully equipped kitchen, laundry-room, large L.R. w/big-screen TV, lovely very large wrap-around covered porch, patio, beautiful fully maintained grounds, close to E.S. Pet-friendly. References required. $250/mo., utilities paid. Call my son, Randy 479-253-1536. JUST OFF HISTORIC LOOP, 1BR Apartment. Quiet neighborhood. Patio&gazebo. No Pets. Year'Round employment &references. 1yr. lease. $550/mo. utilities included. 479-253-5719 LOCATION! LOCATION! LOOKING for retired couple who are seeking a beautiful place to live. On an amazing wildlife sanctuary. Lovely rustic home, artist studio and large shaded wrap-around decks, w/inspiring views. Butler Creek/WhiteRiver/Table Rock Lake. Fishing and swimming. Close to E.S. $950/mo.+utilities, includes grounds maintenance. 1st/last/security dep. Call Randy 479-253-1536. LOWER LEVEL OF TWO-STORY house for rent. 2000sq.ft., 3BR, 2 jacuzzi bathrooms, large LR, laundry room/kitchen, $950/mo. Private mountain top, mile dirt road, ten minutes to downtown E.S., off Hwy 23. Serious inquiries only, 479-445-4325 or sandsynar@yahoo.com ON HOLIDAY ISLAND: Newer 2BR/2BA, W/D, deck, very clean, $575/mo. 1st/last/deposit. References required. 479-253-7255 or 262-496-5025.

THE CLEAN TEAM Housecleaning and Janitorial. Bonded and reliable. Many references. Free estimates. 20 years experience. Call 417-655-0694 or 417-597-5171.

PICTURESQUE 4BR/2BA LAKEFRONT, Eagle Rock, MO. Mowed to water. Screened porch overlooking lake. Partly-furnished including appliances. $850/mo.+dep. Ref/credit required. 913-209-4083

UPHOLSTERY: RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL. Custom-built and furniture repair. Recliners, caning, restaurant seating and boats. Fabric and foam. Free estimates. 479-363-6583

STORAGE SHEDS AVAILABLE at Bass Lane Storage on Holiday Island. 479-253-1772 or cell 262-496-5025.

SEASONAL-WINTER,FURNISHED~''All-Inclusive'': Historic District. Studio $600/mo. 2BR-House $1200/mo. Both have private entrances, parking and patios. No Pets, No Smoking. Nov.1-May1. 479-981-2507. VERY NICE LARGE 1BR/2BA house, huge closets, W/D, furnished very nice. All bills included and Direct TV included. $800/mo. Must see to appreciate. 25 minutes to E.S. and 25 minutes to Fayetteville. Call 479-789-4102 or 479-789-5970.

Housemate Wanted HOUSEMATE WANTED to share a lovely home on East Mountain. Owner rarely there. Lots of privacy. Looking for responsible, mature person. $475/mo. all bills included + cable & wi-fi. 918-720-6618.

Commercial for Rent 1500sq.ft. FOR LEASE: Office, Bath, Warehouse. $600/mo. +$400/dep. Hwy. 23 South, E.S. across from Acord's. Call Bill 479-253-4477, Derrick 479-721-4019. COMMERCIAL OR OFFICE SPACE, 3022 E. Van Buren, Suite F, below Amish Collection. For immediate occupancy. Call Rex at 479-981-0081 or Joe at 479-981-0404, 9a.m. to 5p.m.

VW CONVERTIBLE BUG. Black, 2004, Turbo, automatic, remote start, heated seats, new transmission. Runs good! $6000/OBO. 80K miles. 479-270-6588.

Misc. for Sale 16' x 20' LOG HOME KIT. Dove-tailed and drilled for electric. $5900 or will complete. 479-253-2383 DERKSEN PORTABLE BUILDINGS for sale or rent-to-own. Hwy. 62 West, across from Walmart, Berryville. No credit check. Free Delivery. 870-423-1414 FRIGIDAIRE front-loading Washer/Dryer (electric), white, w/drawers. Excellent condition. $600/OBO; TWIN MATTRESS/Box Springs, $50; TABLE with 2 chairs, $40/set. Call 479-270-6588 YURT. PACIFICA. 30 FEET. $5100. disassemble and haul. Call 479-774-3427.

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Wanted I BUY AND REMOVE 1972 and older vehicles, running or non-running. Reasonable prices paid. Vintage Vehicles. Call Bill at 479-253-4477.

Classifieds work! Call the Lovely County Citizen today and place your ad. (479) 253-0070.

CROSSWORD ANSWERS

SEVERAL 200-900sq.ft. Office or Multi-use spaces for rent. Also, one 900sq.ft. work-shop space for rent. Reasonable prices, in Eureka. 479-981-0820.

To advertise in the Lovely County Citizen CLASSIFIEDS Call (479) 253-0070

Pet of the Week Say hello to Scoobie (No. 12). He’s a fluffy, medium-sized, 18-month-old, muted orange tabby. Scoobie is super sweet natured and gets along well with other cats. He’s calm, very affectionate – a very pettable pet. Scoobie has all his shots, is neutered, and can be adopted at the Good Shepherd Animal Shelter located on Highway 62 east of Eureka Springs. The shelter is open 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day except Wednesday; phone 479-253-9188. Because of an overflow of cats during Sept., all cats 4-month-old or older can be adopted for an adoption fee set by you, the adopter! Adopt a pet and save a life. Thank you for caring.

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Restaurant Guide YOUR GUIDE TO THE EATING OUT IN EUREKA SPRINGS AND THE REST OF LOVELY COUNTY

FINE DINING RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

ALL YOU CAN EAT NIGHTLY SPECIALS SERVED COUNTRY STYLE 8am-7pm Monday – Saturday

BRUNCH EVERY SUNDAY Red’s Hillbilly BBQ

Now Serving Breakfast Starting at 8am Mon-Sat

3 Parkcliff Dr. #A • Hoilday Island • 479-363-6711 • Catering 479-363-6719

Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week

Breakfast Saturday & Sunday

Wi-Fi Access

Take-Out Available

OPEN Wed - Sat 5-9 PM NOW SERVING SUNDAY BRUNCH 10 AM - 2 PM 304 Mundell Road, West Eureka Springs off Highway 187 479-253-5525 www.horizoneurekasprings.com

weather permitting

14581 Hwy 62 W • 479.253.4004 Just 3 miles West of Town – Towards Beaver Lake

Myrtie

It’s Love At First Bite At

Myrtie Mae’s!

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily Don’t miss our famous Sunday Brunch In Best Western Inn of the Ozarks Hwy. 62 West, Eureka Springs, AR www.MyrtieMaes.com

479-253-9768

LunchServing 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thurs., Fri. & Sat. Dinner Nightly Dinner Nightly p.m. pm Seating from 5:005-9 – 9:00 37 N. Main • 479-253-6756 • RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED

“BEST ITALIAN” - Around State *Runner Up “MOST ROMANTIC” - Around State

Arkansas Times 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards

Great Food Efficient Service Smoke Free Family Friendly

Catfish, Burgers, Chicken & Salad All-You-Can-Eat CATFISH “The Best Around”

DIRTY TOM

THURSDAYS LOCALS NIGHT $14.95 $16.95 Specials

Once again VOTED “BEST IN EUREKA”

“A Family Atmosphere”

Playing on the deck Fri. & Sat. evenings

EXTENSIVE WINE LIST FULL BAR

FEATURING Chef David Gilderson

OUR 23rd YEAR In Eureka Springs Open 5 - 9pm Daily • FREE Parking 26 White St. on the Upper Historic Loop

479-253-8806

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appropriate. I can invite friends, acquaintances, family and strangers to visit our area often. In my case, most of the time I’ll send them to town to stay. We do have a virtual cornucopia of reasons to come here, after all. I can keep from giving one-finger-salutes to motorcycles. The “Respect Eureka” people are addressing these visitors with kindness (handing out water bottles to motorcycle enthusiasts parking on Planer Hill, for instance). I could do this, too if I had a problem with motorcycles. I can highlight the copious positives of our town to any who’ll listen. I can set my personal goal for bringing visitors to town. I’ll make a goal: My wife and I will bring 50 new visitors between now and the end of 2015. I can personally promote Aud. concerts, Basin Park concerts, buskers, parades, gallery strolls. Please send your additions to my list and your further thoughts

*New Sunday Brunch Menu

*Breakfast Extended to 1pm *Lunch 11am - 3pm Award Winning Coffee and Dessert

Open Daily 8am – 3pm Except Tues & Wed Junction of Spring & Main in Historic Downtown 479-253-6732

www.mudstreetcafe.com

about how Eureka Springs can achieve 100,000 additional visitors in 2015 and beyond. The CAPC, Chamber of Commerce and City Council, along with the larger businesses, banks and politicians, are doing their jobs in their official capacities, but our city’s economic health is each of our concerns. With all the detailed statistics, job descriptions and other concerns that Eureka Springs’ leaders have to juggle, it’s no wonder there are so many stories, so much spin, innuendo, rumor, etc. floating around — plenty of fuel for the negative people to spread. Charles Ragsdell says,”The sky is not falling.” He has the facts to prove his assertion, and if you don’t believe him, he invites you to prove him wrong. Good luck. As a wise newspaperman tells me, everyone has an agenda. Let’s make it our collective agenda to revitalize our town’s economy where we can as individuals; it’s simple, free and may be a bit revolutionary.

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Great Gatsby! Party kicks off Jazz Festival

Photos by Jennifer Jackson

The Great Gatsby-themed lawn party at the Crescent Hotel had to be moved into the Crystal Dining Room because of rain, but kicked off the Eureka Jazz Festival last Wednesday in high style. The Jeff Grey Quartet provided hot jazz. Guests who came in ’20s attire included Kayla Kesterson, James Murphy, Tina Berry, Adrienne Gremillion and the two Junes, June Owen and June Hegedus. Exhibition dances incorporating palm fire, giant wings, fire-eating and feathers were performed by K.D. Zelt, Wendi LaFey and Melanie Pierce.

Kim Stryker, left, and June Hegedus added elegance to Teresa DeVito, co-director of the Eureka Springs Inde- Jessie Salem, left, and Lauren Dickinson channeled the party. pendent Film Festival, looked glamorous in red. their inner Zelda in beaded dresses and pearl ropes.

The two Junes — June Owen and June Hegedus, center — pose with Marcy Richmond, left, Felicia McAnaney and Jennita Wingate, right, of Pottsboro, Texas, in town for a girls’ week out.

Mike Harrison, left, Kevin Kilgore (a.k.a. Upton O’Good), Jessie Salem and Angela Smith brought a ‘20s vibe to the party.

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