The Altus Grape Festival, on the last weekend of July, celebrates the beginning of the grape harvest in the Altus Viticultural Area. The grape growing region around Altus was recognized as an "Official Appellation of Origin" in 1984 and local grape growers, wineries and businesses have this annual event to enjoy a start to the new vintage. The fun includes wine tasting , music and entertainment and grape stomps. For more information check out the website at altusgrapefest.com .

Mulberry Mountain Star Party

Sponsored by The Arkansas / Oklahoma Astronomical Society (AOAS)

When: June 6th & 7th, 2008

Where: Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events
4117 Mulberry Mountain Loop (Hwy 23)
Ozark, Arkansas 72949
(479) 667-1919

Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events is a 650 acre facility located 16 miles north of Interstate 40 on Arkansas Hwy 23, otherwise known as the “Pig Trail Scenic Byway”. The facility boasts of “The Darkest Skies in Arkansas” at coordinates N 35° 42' 36" W 93° 47' 44"

5th Annual Bluegrass event at the Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center at the Fort Smith Convention Center. Presented by Crabtree RV Center and Big Country 107.3. Proceeds benefit The Gregory Kistler Center. 2 big shows: 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door (day of show) Tickets are good for both shows. Bands performing are The Faris Family, Hickory Hill, Louisiana Grass and Central City Grass. Special Golden Corral coupon on the back of your Bluegrass Ticket!

A breathtaking lighted display of floats, walkers and bands that dances through downtown Eureka Springs. Fun for the whole family. Free.

6 p.m.
Downtown
Parade route travels from post office to courthouse
Eureka Springs, AR
1-800-6EUREKA
www.eurekaspringschamber.com

The Riverfront Blues Society is pleased to announce the
2007 Riverfront Blues Festival will be held in Downtown Fort Smith's
Harry E. Kelly Riverfront Park on June 22nd and 23rd! This year's
festival is expected to bring the largest turnout Fort Smith has ever
seen!