This is an exciting opportunity for young artists to showcase their talents and potentially win cash prizes. Open to students in grades K-12, this year's competition promises to inspire creativity and celebrate the artistry of our local and regional youth. Artists will have the opportunity to compete for cash prizes in several categories. A Best […]
The South Arkansas Arts Center announces the opening of the exhibition "Just a Lil' Bit," featuring the works of El Dorado native and Ruston, Louisiana-based cartoonist and illustrator Daisy Bright. As a disabled woman, Bright uses mixed-media comics to delve deep into the contrasts between discomfort and comfort, comedy and tragedy, drawing on her personal […]
The South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) announces the opening of "Habitats and Mutable Places," an exhibition featuring the work of local artist Maria Botti Villegas, in the Lobby Gallery. In this collection, Botti Villegas presents an array of paintings, collages, and mixed media works that reflect the profound intersection of environmental consciousness and human existence. […]
Join us each Monday and Wednesday @ 3:30 PM- 4:30 PM for an exercise program that can decrease your overall risk of falling while it helps you improve balance, stability, posture, strength and decrease the risk of falls.
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have some fun, Stomp, Slide, Spin is the perfect class for you. Join instructor, Shemekia Morgan, to learn line dances, pick up some new moves, and enjoy great music and even better company. No partner needed—just […]
VIP Tickets $150 Student Film Festival Day Pass $5 Film Festival Day Pass $35 Film Festival 3-Day Pass $75 Film Festival Opening Night $50 For more details check out Facebook: El Dorado Film Festival or www.eldofilmfest.com Tickets Available at: South Arkansas Arts Center | Buy Tickets, Packages or make a Donation on TicketstotheCity.com
The El Dorado Wins Committee has planned several town hall style meetings to give residents a platform to share ideas and opinions regarding the election in May for the extension of the city one-cent sales tax. Make your voice heard. Additional meeting on March 6 at Murmil Education Center.
The VFW will be hosting BINGO! Every Saturday night. Quarter Bingo starts at 5pm Regular Bingo starts at 7pm
Don't miss out on this incredible one-week shopping extravaganza! With over 85,000 items ranging from newborn to high school sizes, plus baby gear, furniture, toys, shoes, and more, you'll find everything you need at 60-90% off retail prices. It's your chance to snag amazing deals and support families across South AR & North LA. Come […]
World's Shortest Mardi Gras here in downtown El Dorado, Arkansas!! We will be selling pulled pork plates with all proceeds going to Magdalene House.
Arthritis Foundation: Walk With Ease is a six-week program with a certified walking leader exploring the benefits of walking such as improve overall health, reduce pain and discomfort of arthritis increase balance, strength and pace. Brought to you by the UAMS South Arkansas Center on Aging and to be held at the Area Agency on […]
Monthly meeting of area Republicans with civic and political speakers throughout the year. Meets the first Monday of each month at 6pm - Simmons Bank Building 2nd Floor Meeting Room. The meeting is free and open to members and guests. For more information, text or call the club secretary at 870.312.3127. UNION County Republicans | […]
Michael Rogers Designs will be moderating a series of city-wide community input meetings for the El Dorado Parks Comprehensive Plan currently being developed. These meetings are to engage the community in their desires for the continued growth and improvement of our city parks and recreation areas. Our next community input meeting will be to discuss […]
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Experience: Take a Walk in Their Shoes is a program simulating symptoms of dementia. Designed to have others see, feel, and hear the experiences of someone living with dementia through a virtual reality format.
To celebrate the opening of Botti Villegas' and Bright's exhibitions, SAAC will host a reception on Thursday, March 6, 2024, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM.
The El Dorado Wins Committee has planned several town hall style meetings to give residents a platform to share ideas and opinions regarding the election in May for the extension of the city one-cent sales tax. Make your voice heard.
Mark your calendars for the awards reception on Saturday, March 8 at 2:00 PM, held in the Merkle and Price Galleries at SAAC, where winners will be announced at 2:30 PM.
The VFW will be hosting BINGO! Every Saturday night. Quarter Bingo starts at 5pm Regular Bingo starts at 7pm
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and learn the art of making melt-in-your-mouth biscuits with Anna Sellers! In this hands-on class, you’ll master the perfect dough, discover helpful tips and tricks, and walk away with a few warm, buttery biscuits you’ll be proud to serve. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned baker, you’ll […]
The City of El Dorado's City Council meeting to discuss city business. Meeting is open to the public. To be placed on the agenda contact the Mayor's office or your local Alderman.
📢 CASH MOB ALERT! 🛍💰 Join us Friday, March 15, from 10 AM - 1 PM at Timmins Hardware (101 E 5th St, El Dorado) for our next Chamber Cash Mob! 🎉 🛒 Shop local, support small business, and discover all the hidden gems Timmins Hardware has to offer! This iconic El Dorado business has […]
Bring your Business , Cards Bring A guest and bring whatever you want to share with the community. Business owners are $5 Guest are free you can RSV. 870-562-9434 Hope to see you and your business March 16th. Let’s get Social. Light refreshments will be served. Love you all God bless stay focused and safe […]
Howdy, partners! Welcome to Wonder Junction! There’s no greater joy than to praise the name of the Lord!Join us each night from 6pm-8pm.Register herehttps://marrablehillchapel.myanswers.com/wonder-junction/
LifeTouch Hospice, part of the Arkansas Hospice Family of Care, will host a volunteer training session in El Dorado on Thursday, March 20, for anyone wanting to learn about the organization and its volunteer opportunities. The training will begin at 9 a.m. in the LifeTouch Hospice office at 403 West Oak St., Suite 201, and […]
This month’s event, titled “Color Me Happy,” invites participants to paint a stunning spring tree against a lively landscape on an 11x14 canvas.
The VFW will be hosting BINGO! Every Saturday night. Quarter Bingo starts at 5pm Regular Bingo starts at 7pm
Boomtown Street Scavenger Hunt What is a relay and a sounder? What does a Dazey churn look like? What about Frantz toy or a dobro? Go on a scavenger hunt to discover the answers to these questions Explore what life was like during the 1920s South Arkansas oil boom, and how the boom changed the […]
Sharon Morgan Tahaney, author of the children's series Your Confidence Collection will be at Barton Public Library with books, crafts, and snacks!
Wednesday, March 26 at 1:00 pm Tinker Time for Kids: Life in the 1920s-Electricity Can you imagine not having air conditioning, television, video games or even electric lights? What kinds of toys were there for children one hundred years ago? Come to the museum and explore how daily life during the 1920s South Arkansas oil […]
Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00 am Geology Gallery Scavenger Hunt What is an ammonite? What does an ammonite have to do with oil? What about a diatom and a trilobite? Go on a scavenger hunt and with the museum curator and explore the Geology Gallery. This program is designed for children from ages […]
Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 1:00 pm Tinker Time for Kids: Pyramids, Pirogues and Automobiles Who was Sylvanus Bowser and why is he important to the oil industry? And what do pyramids, pirogues and cars have in common? And what exactly is a pirogue? Come and find out the answers to these questions, when you explore the […]
Teatime with South Arkansas Center on Aging is a free Support Group that meets at 2:30 P.M. the fourth Thursday of every month, virtual and live. Meetings occur at 1119 N. Madison Avenue in El Dorado and online through our personalized ZOOM link. Visits include tips and resources for older adults and caregivers, social contact […]
Friday, March 28, 2025 at 10:00 am Oil Park Scavenger Hunt What is a standard rig? And what in the Oil Park is 112 feet high? And where is the brine pond? Go on a scavenger hunt with the museum curator and explore the Oil Park, as you discover the answers to these and many […]
Friday, March 28, 2025 at 1:00 pm Tinker Time for Kids: Horsehead, Walking Beam and Samson Posts What is a horsehead and what does it have to do with oil? What about a walking beam and samson posts? Learn about a few of the machines used in oil drilling and production during the 1920s South […]
Come join Women Moving Forward for a morning walk! Women Moving Forward is a Non-Profit Organization empowering women to take control of their health and wellness by incorporating walking and physical activity into their weekly schedule. Every Saturday morning we gather to walk, talk, and share with other women in our community. Our conversations are […]
Whataburger is hosting a N West Ave Cleanup on Saturday, March 29, and we’d love for you to join us! Meet us at 8:30 AM at Whataburger for coffee before we spread out to clean up our community. 🗓 Date: Saturday, March 29⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM📍 Starting Location: Whataburger (N West Ave)🌎 […]
Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10:00 pm Oil Park Tour “In the stillness of the night, the gusher roars like a hurricane,” read the headline from the Arkansas Gazette. This report and many others marked the start of one of the largest petroleum booms in the history of the nation. Discover the stories of […]
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 2:00 pm History and Geology Museum Tour How are history and geology connected? Find out the answer at the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources with the museum curator, as you discover the exciting story of the 1920s South Arkansas oil boom. Investigate the Geology gallery and learn how oil in […]
Celebrate the Arts All Month Long with South Arkansas College! This April, immerse yourself in the vibrant world of creativity during SouthArk’s Arts in April celebration! From hands-on workshops to live performances, we’re offering a wide variety of events that are sure to inspire and engage art lovers of all ages. Whether you’re crafting your […]
"From Slab to Sip: Pottery Mug Workshop" Join Caroline Callaway for a hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll craft your own personalized slab mug! In this fun and creative class, you’ll learn the basics of slab construction and leave with a unique, functional mug that’s ready to hold your favorite drink. No experience needed—just bring your […]
Celebrate Barton Public Library's service to El Dorado and Union County for 110 years with the Chamber of Commerce and a Business After Hours. Bring your $5 and a Business Card
Group based education session hosted by UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation. The topic is Reproductive Life Planning, and is open to anyone.
27th Annual El Dorado Service League Golf Tournament April 4th - 5th at Pine Hills Country Club • Two-person scramble format: Open to men and women. Amateur status only. • Entry fee is $225/ person, $450/ team, includes costs for skins and mulligans. Deadline for entry is Friday, March 21st or until full. • The […]
27th Annual El Dorado Service League Golf Tournament April 4th - 5th at Pine Hills Country Club • Two-person scramble format: Open to men and women. Amateur status only. • Entry fee is $225/ person, $450/ team, includes costs for skins and mulligans. Deadline for entry is Friday, March 21st or until full. • The […]
“The Play That Goes Wrong" is an uproarious show that introduces audiences to the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society as they tackle the chaotic 1920s murder mystery, “Murder at Haversham Manor.”
Come join Women Moving Forward for a morning walk! Women Moving Forward is a Non-Profit Organization empowering women to take control of their health and wellness by incorporating walking and physical activity into their weekly schedule. Every Saturday morning we gather to walk, talk, and share with other women in our community. Our conversations are […]
Join us for the UCAPS 5th Annual Race for the Rescues 5K Run and 1 Mile walk. The proceeds will help feed, medicate, and find homes for the abused and abandoned animals in Union County. This amazing program is run solely on donations by generous individuals and community fund raisers. Place: 201 North Jackson Street, […]
The El Dorado Tri-State Food Truck Festival is hosted by Candley's Community Corner 501(c)(3). The festival will feature food trucks and vendors from three different states. The event is free and fun for the entire family!
