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Saturday, November 1: Paint Your Own Pottery Classes

Field & Light Design Co., located at 304 S. Gee St. in Jonesboro, will host Paint Your Own Pottery Classes every Saturday in November from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The price of each pottery piece includes all supplies: studio time, paints, brushes, glazing and kiln firing. All ages are welcome, with all artists 12 years of age and under requiring an accompanying adult. Info: (870) 206-8040 or visit fieldandlight.com.

Saturday, November 1: Red Wolf Renaissance Fair

The Red Wolf Renaissance Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Craighead Forest Park in Jonesboro. The fair combines medieval reenactments, live jousting, artisan crafts and family-friendly performances with educational exhibits about Red Wolf Conservation. Proceeds support wildlife education and local conservation efforts. For more information, visit redwolfrenfair.org or the event’s Facebook page.

Sunday, November 2: Red Wolf Renaissance Fair

The Red Wolf Renaissance Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Craighead Forest Park in Jonesboro. The fair combines medieval reenactments, live jousting, artisan crafts and family-friendly performances with educational exhibits about Red Wolf Conservation. Proceeds support wildlife education and local conservation efforts. For more information, visit redwolfrenfair.org or the event’s Facebook page.

Tuesday, November 4: Family Literacy Night - Cookie Democracy

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a Family Literacy Night – Cookie Democracy! The event will take place in the Round Room from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Kids and families will participate in a story time, scavenger hunt and a cookie taste test. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

Thursday, November 6: Intro to Beekeeping

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host an Intro to Beekeeping Class in the Round Room from noon to 1 p.m. The event features a special presentation from the President of the NEA Beekeeper’s Association, Jeff Woods. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

Friday, November 7: Lit'l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show

The Lit’l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show will take place at First National Bank Arena. Hours are Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the Red Wolves Foundation at (870) 972-2401 or visit redwolvesfoundation.com.

Saturday, November 8: Paint Your Own Pottery Classes

Field & Light Design Co., located at 304 S. Gee St. in Jonesboro, will host Paint Your Own Pottery Classes every Saturday in November from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The price of each pottery piece includes all supplies: studio time, paints, brushes, glazing and kiln firing. All ages are welcome, with all artists 12 years of age and under requiring an accompanying adult. Info: (870) 206-8040 or visit fieldandlight.com.

Saturday, November 8: Lit'l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show

The Lit’l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show will take place at First National Bank Arena. Hours are Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the Red Wolves Foundation at (870) 972-2401 or visit redwolvesfoundation.com.

Saturday, November 8: Breakfast with Ballerinas

The Foundation of Arts will host Breakfast with Ballerinas from 9-11 a.m. at Central Baptist Church. Ballerinas will be in attendance for breakfast, a meet and greet, photos, story time and a sneak peek performance. Guests can also shop at the Ballerina Boutique or bid in the silent auction. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Saturday, November 8: Brewing Hope Coffee Festival

Presented by Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas, the Brewing Hope Coffee Festival will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Judd Hill Farmers Market, 3350 Aggie Road. The event features regional coffee tastings, a People’s Choice vote for favorite brews, local vendors including bakeries and chocolate shops, and kid-friendly entertainment. Info: visit hopefoundnea.org or call (870) 902-0677.

Saturday, November 8: The Secret Garden

The Link Theatre Company will present the concert version of “The Secret Garden” in collaboration with the Delta Symphony Orchestra. Performances will be Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Fowler Center in Jonesboro. For tickets, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Sunday, November 9: Lit'l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show

The Lit’l Bita Christmas Arts and Crafts Show will take place at First National Bank Arena. Hours are Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the Red Wolves Foundation at (870) 972-2401 or visit redwolvesfoundation.com.

Sunday, November 9: The Secret Garden

The Link Theatre Company will present the concert version of “The Secret Garden” in collaboration with the Delta Symphony Orchestra. Performances will be Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Fowler Center in Jonesboro. For tickets, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Monday, November 10: Friendsgiving 2025

Native Brew Works, located at 515 S. Gee St., will host Friendsgiving 2025 with seatings at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Native partners with The Parsonage, Southern Confections and The Rec Room to provide a delicious Thanksgiving meal with proceeds benefiting The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas. Tickets are $40 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit nativebrewworks.com/friends.

Thursday, November 13: The Awakening Tour

Skillet, Jeremy Camp and We Are Messengers unite for The Awakening Tour at First National Bank Arena at 7 p.m. This powerful night of Christian rock features high-energy performances and uplifting messages from three of the genre’s most influential artists. For tickets and details, contact the A-State Central Box Office at (870) 972‑2781 or visit fnbrena.com.

Thursday, November 13: Artist Talk with Somayeh Faal

The Bradbury Art Museum will host an Artist Talk with Somayeh Faal from 4-5 p.m. Faal’s work, currently on view at the museum through Dec. 17, explores cross-cultural identity and contemporary social themes through mixed media. The event is free and open to the public. Info: (870) 972-3687 or visit bradburyartmuseum.org.

Thursday, November 13: Inspired 11 Opening Reception

The Bradbury Art Museum will host the Opening Reception for “Inspired 11” from 5-7 p.m. This annual exhibition features artwork by regional high school students whose pieces were created in response to the museum’s fall exhibitions. The reception is free and open to the public. Info: (870) 972-3687 or visit bradburyartmuseum.org.

Friday, November 14: Community Wellness Screening

St. Bernards Healthcare will host a free Community Wellness Screening at St. Bernards Auditorium from 7-10 a.m. The screening will measure blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, anemia, glucose and hemoglobin A1C. A free lipid panel and a colon cancer screening will also be available. Fasting at least 12 hours prior is suggested for accurate results. Info: email tdunigan@sbrmc.org or visit stbernards.info.

Friday, November 14: The Thanksgiving Play

A-State Theatre will present Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play” at The Simpson Theatre, located inside The Fowler Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the A-State Box Office at (870) 972-2781, or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Saturday, November 15: Paint Your Own Pottery Classes

​Field & Light Design Co., located at 304 S. Gee St. in Jonesboro, will host Paint Your Own Pottery Classes every Saturday in November from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The price of each pottery piece includes all supplies: studio time, paints, brushes, glazing and kiln firing. All ages are welcome, with all artists 12 years of age and under requiring an accompanying adult. Info: (870) 206-8040 or visit fieldandlight.com​.​

Saturday, November 15: Day of the Dead 2025

Hosted by Centro Hispano of Arkansas, the Day of the Dead Celebration 2025 will take place from 6-11 p.m. at the A‑State Cooper Alumni Center, 2600 Alumni Blvd., Jonesboro. The event blends culture, remembrance and celebration — featuring live music, dinner, dancing and a lively auction in honor of loved ones. Tickets are $80 per person, black and white cocktail attire is encouraged. Info: (870) 926-5810 or visit centrohispanoarkansas.com.

Saturday, November 15: Watercolor Workshop

The Bradbury Art Museum will present a Watercolor Workshop with Lydia Dildilian from 2-5 p.m. Participants will explore miniature painting techniques. This hands-on workshop offers an introduction to traditional and contemporary approaches to watercolor in a small-scale format. Info: (870) 972-3687 or visit bradburyartmuseum.org.

Saturday, November 15: The Thanksgiving Play

A-State Theatre will present Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play” at The Simpson Theatre, located inside The Fowler Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the A-State Box Office at (870) 972-2781, or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Sunday, November 16: The Thanksgiving Play

A-State Theatre will present Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play” at The Simpson Theatre, located inside The Fowler Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the A-State Box Office at (870) 972-2781, or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Friday, November 21: Fill the Food Bank 2025

Fill the Food Bank 2025 will be held from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Walmart on Highland Drive, in Jonesboro (and satellite drop-off sites in surrounding counties). This season-altruistic drive invites community members to donate unexpired, non-perishable food items or monetary gifts destined to support local families facing food insecurity. Info: contact Elizabeth Johnson at ejohnson@foodbankofnea.org or call (870) 932-3663.

Friday, November 21: The Nutcracker Ballet

The Foundation of Arts will present its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker Ballet,”at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro Nov. 21-25. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Friday, November 21: The Thanksgiving Play

A-State Theatre will present Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play” at The Simpson Theatre, located inside The Fowler Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the A-State Box Office at (870) 972-2781, or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Saturday, November 22: Paint Your Own Pottery Classes

​Field & Light Design Co., located at 304 S. Gee St. in Jonesboro, will host Paint Your Own Pottery Classes every Saturday in November from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The price of each pottery piece includes all supplies: studio time, paints, brushes, glazing and kiln firing. All ages are welcome, with all artists 12 years of age and under requiring an accompanying adult. Info: (870) 206-8040 or visit fieldandlight.com​.​

Saturday, November 22: The Nutcracker Ballet

​The Foundation of Arts will present its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker Ballet,”at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro Nov. 21-25. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org​.​

Saturday, November 22: The Thanksgiving Play

A-State Theatre will present Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play” at The Simpson Theatre, located inside The Fowler Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the A-State Box Office at (870) 972-2781, or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Sunday, November 23: The Nutcracker Ballet

​The Foundation of Arts will present its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker Ballet,”at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro Nov. 21-25. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org​.​

Sunday, November 23: The Thanksgiving Play

A-State Theatre will present Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play” at The Simpson Theatre, located inside The Fowler Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the A-State Box Office at (870) 972-2781, or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Monday, November 24: The Nutcracker Ballet

​The Foundation of Arts will present its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker Ballet,”at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro Nov. 21-25. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org​.​

Tuesday, November 25: The Nutcracker Ballet

​The Foundation of Arts will present its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker Ballet,”at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro Nov. 21-25. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org​.​

Saturday, November 29: Paint Your Own Pottery Classes

​Field & Light Design Co., located at 304 S. Gee St. in Jonesboro, will host Paint Your Own Pottery Classes every Saturday in November from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The price of each pottery piece includes all supplies: studio time, paints, brushes, glazing and kiln firing. All ages are welcome, with all artists 12 years of age and under requiring an accompanying adult. Info: (870) 206-8040 or visit fieldandlight.com​.​

Saturday, November 29: Culinary Crawl

The Downtown Jonesboro Alliance will host a “Culinary Crawl” from 5-9 p.m. in Downtown Jonesboro. This one-night experiential dining event will take guests on a progressive dinner across a selection of Downtown Jonesboro restaurants. Attendees move through courses – starting with appetizer tastings, then entrées and drink pairings, and concluding with desserts – each crafted especially for the occasion. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit downtownjonesboro.com.

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