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8th Annual Oasis Arts & Eats Fest...

Main Street Reopens...

The Confluence II Brings Artists Together...

Story of Hope Brunch Benefits Hope Found...

Local MPact Hosts Butterflies & Bloom Fundraiser Event...

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Events

Thursday, June 5: Behind the Red : The Foundation of Arts will host Behind the Red at 4 p.m. at the FOA’s newly opened weekend venue, Stage, Too, located at 330 S. Main St. Guests will get an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming season’s shows, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and celebrate the arts with fellow community members. This event is free and open to the public, but guests are encouraged to RSVP. To reserve a spot, email stephanie@foajonesboro.org. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Friday, June 6: American Red Cross Blood Drive : Occasions Publishing Group will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Foundation of Arts’ Stage, Too venue, located at 330 S. Main St. Info: Call 1 (800) RED CROSS (1 (800) 733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter OPG to schedule an appointment.

Saturday, June 7: Hope Found Ride Against Trafficking : Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas will host its annual Ride Against Trafficking, a community event uniting bikers, cyclists, and families to raise awareness and funds to end human trafficking. The event will take place at Craighead Forest Park beginning at 8 a.m. and will include scenic bike routes, a dice run with cash prizes and a free BBQ lunch for all participants. Bikers, cyclists and families are invited to participate. Info: (870) 761-1090 or hopefoundnea.org.

Tuesday, June 10: St. Bernards Baby State : St. Bernards Baby State will take place from 6-7 p.m. at St. Bernards Auditorium. This free, drop-in event invites growing families to meet St. Bernards maternity care team and learn about the full range of services offered. Attendees can enter to win door prizes and visit with experts in infant care, lactation, pain management, car seat safety, sleep safety and more. Specialty baby vendors and the hospital’s women and children’s team will be available to provide resources and answer questions. For more information, visit stbernards.info.

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Cover Story

An Ultimate ’80s Triple Swing

By Audrey Hanes 

Photography by Melissa Donner

Later this month, patrons will dance, putt and volley for the 35th annual St. Bernards Advocates Triple Swing, a multi-day event that will raise money for the award-winning Heart and Vascular Programs at St. Bernards Medical Center. 

The St. Bernards Foundation is a nonprofit organization designed to support and enhance St. Bernards Healthcare’s mission to provide Christ-like healing to the community through education, treatment and health services. The foundation works to provide funding, create volunteer opportunities and raise community awareness. 

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