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Friday, January 9: A-State Alumni Night

The A-State Alumni Association will host A-State Alumni Night at the Memphis Grizzlies vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Game, featuring discounted group tickets at multiple price levels. Alumni will also enjoy exclusive access to a pre-game shootaround at 5 p.m., ahead of the 7 p.m. tip-off. Tickets are available at astatealumni.org or grizzgroups.com/arkansasstate.

Friday, January 9: Paper Portrait Art Class

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a Paper Portrait Art Class in the Round Room from 4–5:30 p.m. Adults are invited to create a colorful paper self-portrait in this hands-on art session. No registration is required. For more information, call (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

Saturday, January 10: Library Game Day

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Game Day with NEA Gamer’s Guild from noon–3 p.m. in the Round Room. All ages are welcome to drop in for a free afternoon of tabletop and board games, with prize drawings available for participants. For more information, call (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

Saturday, January 17: Craighead County Ducks Unlimited Banquet

The Craighead County Ducks Unlimited Banquet will be held at the Embassy Suites Red Wolf Convention Center at 6 p.m. The evening features live and silent auctions, games, raffles and Ducks Unlimited merchandise. Tickets are $50 for adults and $30 for youth ages 17 and under. For more information, contact Jeffrey at (870) 821-0505 or Trevor at (901) 619-1463.

Sunday, January 18: Elevate Musical Theatre Dance Foundations Class

The Link’s Elevate Musical Theatre Dance Foundations Class will meet on Sundays from 4–5:30 p.m. at Studio 402 in Downtown Jonesboro. Designed for ages 12–18, the program combines dance technique with performance and character work to strengthen acting, movement and stage presence. Classes continue weekly through March 15. For details or registration, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Monday, January 19: Theatre Workshop

The Link Theatre Company will host a Theatre Workshop from 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at Studio 402 in Downtown Jonesboro. Led by Broadway and television director Kimberly Senior, this hands-on session is open to participants ages 12–17 and focuses on building performance skills and professional insight. For more information or to register, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Thursday, January 22: Bad Dates

The Link Theatre Company will present “Bad Dates,” with performances at 7:30 p.m. in The Lounge at Huntington Square in Downtown Jonesboro. This one-person comedy stars Mary Hollis Inboden as a single mom humorously navigating the challenges of life, love and family. For tickets and more information, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Friday, January 23: Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour

The Harlem Globetrotters will perform at First National Bank Arena at 7 p.m. as part of their 100 Year Tour. Known for their gravity-defying dunks and signature tricks, the team will present their most legendary show yet. For tickets and information, visit fnbarena.com or harlemglobetrotters.com.

Friday, January 23: Bad Dates

The Link Theatre Company will present “Bad Dates,” with performances at 7:30 p.m. in The Lounge at Huntington Square in Downtown Jonesboro. This one-person comedy stars Mary Hollis Inboden as a single mom humorously navigating the challenges of life, love and family. For tickets and more information, visit thelinktheatre.org. ​​

Friday, January 23: The Foreigner

The Foundation of Arts will present “The Foreigner” at Stage, Too, located at 330 S. Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23–24 and Jan. 29–31. Tickets can be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Saturday, January 24: Bubbles & Bingo

The A-State Alumni Association will host Bubbles & Bingo 2026 at the Cooper Alumni Center from 10 a.m.–noon. This ladies-only event features brunch, bubbles, a silent auction, Bingo and live music by the Vikki McGee Band. Tickets are $55 per person or $400 for a table of 8. All proceeds support the A-State Rugby Club. For more information, call (870) 972-2586 or visit astatealumni.org.

Saturday, January 24: Bad Dates

The Link Theatre Company will present “Bad Dates,” with performances at 7:30 p.m. in The Lounge at Huntington Square in Downtown Jonesboro. This one-person comedy stars Mary Hollis Inboden as a single mom humorously navigating the challenges of life, love and family. For tickets and more information, visit thelinktheatre.org. ​​

Saturday, January 24: The Foreigner

The Foundation of Arts will present “The Foreigner” at Stage, Too, located at 330 S. Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23–24 and Jan. 29–31. Tickets can be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Thursday, January 29: Date Night with a Purpose

Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas will host the 6th Annual Date Night with a Purpose, featuring a menu from Southern Confections. Tickets include two dinners with garlic bread, Caesar salad and dessert, delivered between 5:30 and 7 p.m. or available for pickup at 2615 E. Nettleton. Tickets are $125, with proceeds supporting Hope Found’s mission to end human trafficking. Info: (870) 902-0677 or hopefoundnea.org.

Thursday, January 29: Delta National Small Prints Exhibition

The Bradbury Art Museum will host an opening reception for the 2026 Delta National Small Prints Exhibition from 5–7 p.m. This juried exhibition of contemporary printmaking will be on display through March 18. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call (870) 972-3687 or visit bradburyartmuseum.org.

Thursday, January 29: The Foreigner

The Foundation of Arts will present “The Foreigner” at Stage, Too, located at 330 S. Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23–24 and Jan. 29–31. Tickets can be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Friday, January 30: Grand Slam Banquet

Arkansas State Baseball will host its annual Grand Slam Banquet at Embassy Suites in Jonesboro at 5 p.m. The event features special guests Mike and Sharon Hargrove, dinner, a silent auction and opportunities to meet Red Wolves coaches, players and supporters. Proceeds benefit A-State Baseball. Individual tickets start at $100. For more information, contact Maggie Turner at mturner@astate.edu or 870-972-2906.

Friday, January 30: The Foreigner

The Foundation of Arts will present “The Foreigner” at Stage, Too, located at 330 S. Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23–24 and Jan. 29–31. Tickets can be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Saturday, January 31: Shake, Rattle, and Rescue

The VFW of Jonesboro will host Shake, Rattle, and Rescue from 7-10 p.m. at Roy Wiles Post 1991 VFW, 300 Airport Road. The event features live music and dancing to benefit Arkansas Pet Savers, supporting local animal rescue efforts including food, veterinary care and spay/neuter services. A $10 suggested donation helps the cause. For more information, visit thearkansaspetsavers.com.

Saturday, January 31: The Foreigner

The Foundation of Arts will present “The Foreigner” at Stage, Too, located at 330 S. Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23–24 and Jan. 29–31. Tickets can be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

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