Community Calendar and Events
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There is always some type of event going on in Newton County but the following is a list of the major events that take place each year.
SECOND WEEK-END IN MAY Kingston's "Fair on the Square" is an annual event held on the square in the quaint community of Kingston. Friday nights activities include gospel singing and an auction. Saturdays activities include a parade, band, food, craft booths, children's activities, antique car show, log sawing contest, tractor pull and much more. For more information call 870-420-3731. LAST WEEKEND IN JUNE Buffalo River Elk Festival - June 27 & 28. Hosted by Jasper Chamber of Commerce, with cooperation from Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Arkansas Game and Fish, this major event celebrates Newton County's title, Elk Capital of Arkansas with nature seminars, craft booths, demonstrations, conservation programs, contests, entertainment, fishing derby and other kids activities. Call (870) 446-2693 for more information.
LAST WEEK IN AUGUST Newton County Fair & Rodeo - County Fair-grounds in Jasper. Carnival, Kids Day, truck pull, queens contest, parade, horse show. Call 870-434-5376 or 870-446-2270. SECOND SATURDAY IN SEPTEMBER - Newton County Gospel Sing, You'll enjoy a great evening of Gospel Singing at Bradley Park. Good Food & Great Music! Starts at 6pm. For additional information call 870-446-2633. THIRD WEEKEND (September 19-21) Ozark Mountain Artists Studio Tour, Their website http://www.ozarkmountainartists.com/ has more detailed information about the studio tour. Or you can email them at ozarkmoutainartists@gmail.com LAST WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER - Newton County Bluegrass Festival, Join us at Bradley Park for two days of fantastic Bluegrass Music. There will also be a Car Show and Swap Meet, Arts and Crafts, Talent Show and Civil War Encampment. Plenty of Great Food and lots of Fun! Friday and Saturday at 6pm. For additional information call Shannon Willis at 870-446-2648, Gary Hicks at 870-446-5616 or Janet Clark at 870-446-2633
THIRD WEEKEND IN OCTOBER Friends of the Library Annual Dinner and Silent Auction. For more information call the library 870-446-2983 or Odie Watts 870-861-5848
FIRST WEEKEND IN DECEMBER Newton County Christmas. Info coming soon! BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER EVENTS The National Park Service hosts a variety of events throughout the year including craft activities, slide shows and hikes. Check with the visitors centers or any ranger station for schedules. |