October 25-October  25  —  Registration starts at 7:30am

• Car Show: Open to first 200 cars, trucks or Motorcycles. You could WIN a Ford Mustang Convertible from Randall Ford in Fort Smith. Guess the winning combination, open the safe, and drive it home.
• CRUISE: Free donations will be accepted. The cruise is open to who ever wants to go. Maps will be available. Enjoy the view of the Ozark mountains in their fall color. This a cruise, not a road rally, race- A cruise.
• Poker Run: $30 entry fee. Check out their website: www.charleyscustoms.com
• Pre-register and save $5.00, a total saving of $20 if in both events
• Email: charleyscutoms@yahoo.com

May 1-October  30  —  8am-Noon

• Enjoy the local harvest of fresh produce.

May 1-October  31  —  9am to dusk

• Mother Earth's Community Garden invites (to her lush and verdant locale) artists, of all mediums and genres, to play, paint, write, sing, dance, draw, recite, pontificate, perform, share, bond, communicate and create in her garden. Open invite extended to seven days a week, until it's just too hot to be outside. Free for artists and on-lookers.

June 3-September  20  —  8 a.m.-Noon Tuesdays and Saturdays.

• As many as twenty farmers offer homegrown vegetables, fruits and home-baked goods. Arts and crafts, too. Nothing but natural.

June 3-September  20  —  7 a.m.-Noon Tuesdays and Saturdays.

• Area farmers sell their harvests and goods at this "downtown farm" now in its twentieth year.

June 7-September  30  —  Noon Saturdays.

• Local artists, gardeners, craftspeople and musicians show their wares at this new art and produce market hosted by Music Fort Smith, a non-profit corporation. Only handmade or homegrown goods for sale. Musicians encouraged to secure a booth space to sell their CD's. Booth space and entry free to help lower the cost of local goods.

July 17-December  18  —  4:30 p.m. third Thursdays of month.

• Boys ages 12 older are invited to the Windsor Drive Branch of the Fort Smith Public Library the third Thursday of each month for a book discussion group led by Anthony Leggins. Free.

August 1-September  30  —  Hours: 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. Monday-Thursdays and 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• An annual traveling exhibit from the Arkansas Arts Center Community Gallery in Little Rock that includes 24 works by 21 faculty members from the Arts Center's school. Works represented in two-dimensional forms, including watercolors, photographs, prints, pastels, acrylics and mixed media. The Center's large school operates to support its mission of art education and teaches classes on such art forms as pottery, watercolor, digital photography, drawing, bead-making, jewelry and woodworking, as well as offering classes for children.
• Free.

August 8-September  12  —  7 p.m. second and fourth Fridays through summer

• During August, on second and fourth Fridays, and the second Friday of September, musical groups hope to raise much-needed funds for the Van Buren Boys and Girls Club, currently without a permanent home. Backroads, playing both old and new country music, on Aug. 8; Gold Country on Aug. 22; and Grant Pierson and Steve Dufresne, performing an eclectic repertoire, from the Eagles to Led Zeppelin, close out the summer concert series on Sept. 12. T-shirts available
• Admission by donation.

August 12-October  13  —  All Hours

• Opening Reception 6-8 p.m. Aug. 12.
• In this exhibit, Dennis Russell displays his images of Arkansas and Oklahoma waterfalls. After a life-changing disability, Dennis looked for some way to enrich his life. After taking a photography class taught by Southwest Times Record photographer Carroll Copeland, Dennis joined the local Photographic Alliance, a photography club, and starting taking photography seriously. Taking pictures complemented his love of the outdoors plus gave him the ability to share it with others. Winner of several local contests, the photographer often displays his work in local homes and businesses. “Arkansas is a beautiful state. I am hoping to share that special feeling I get when I see these works of art in nature. So many of us don’t realize the beauty that lies outside our own front door. In sharing these photos with you, I hope you enjoy my efforts in photography." Opening reception sponsored by Fort Smith Art Center's Photographic Alliance.
• FREE

August 16-September  14  —  8 a.m.-3 p.m. weekends

• Lots of fun and animals. Open during the summer on weekends

September 1-September  29  —  Mondays: 7 p.m. salsa; 8 p.m. intermediate/swing

• Learn these two upbeat, fun dances with ease and skill. No cost for first-timers. Check website or call for more details.

September 2-November  18  —  10am Tuesdays only

• "What the Gospels Meant" by Garry Wills studied. Books available

September 4-November  27  —  4-5:30pm Thursday

• Nancy Moon teaches this class for ages 11-14. MembrsL: $60/ four sessions; non-members: $80/four sessions

September 4-September  27  —  9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays.

• Showcases paintings by Julie Mayser and face sculptures by Ingrid Gipson. During the same month an exhibition of paintings by Velida Palmer will be in the Tilles Gallery. Julie Mayser was impressed early in life with Impressionist paintings. Her work may be seen in galleries in Fort Smith, Rogers and Bentonville, as well as in special exhibits. Julie often uses the landscape she’s painting to partially reflect a place in time, but also to portray the essence of the location. Her paintings salute the peaceful landscapes of rural environments. Through the use of vibrant color and selective amplification and interpretation, each of her works celebrates the gifts we are all given within the beauty of nature. Ingrid Gipson was born in Germany and currently lives in southeastern Oklahoma where she chose clay as her medium for its wonderful property to be worked by hand into three-dimensional form. She insists that all her work be original and created without any molds whatsoever. She states “I perceive myself as a storyteller, one that might through my work, inspire others to walk a path of discovery with me; to be enchanted by the discovery of the many unexpected role models in religion and mythology, psychology, anthropology, philosophy as well as art.” Velida Palmer travels extensively to collect images for her paintings and her subjects are as diverse as her destinations. In addition to her landscapes, Velida paints florals and still lifes, using objects both familiar to most and one of a kind collectibles. Having taught and conducted workshops in oil, watercolor and pen and ink, she enjoys demonstrating her methods of painting at meetings of various groups and her works are in numerous corporate and personal collections. The Fort Smith Art Center Photo Alliance will be represented by Ray Wallace and Christian Martin. Ray Wallace started taking photographs in 1967 when his parents bought him an old Polaroid Land camera in Ireland. Six years ago he decided to concentrate on landscapes and natural photography with a distinct socio-political perspective. The photographs for the September exhibit are all from Ireland where he was able to capture the raw, historic beauty of the divided island.
• FREE

September 4-November  27  —  4-5:30 p.m. Thursdays

• Nancy Moon teaches this class for ages 11-14. Members: $60/four sessions; non-members: $80/ four sessions.

September 4-September  25  —  7-9pm

• The Park at West End: Unlimited Carousel and Ferris Wheel rides, 1 hotdog, bag of chips & small drink $7.00 each. 479-783-2292
• GrandSlam Family Fun Center: 5300 S. Zero St- Unlimited Go-Kart, Batting cages, Miniature Golf, Horse shoes, Popcorn $10.00 each person. 479-648-8805
• MidTown Raceway: 4810 Alma Hwy. E. Van Buren Unlimited Go-Karts, Batting Cages, Pool tables, Popcorn $10.00 each 479-474-8868
• Participants must bring a can of food or donate $1.00 for assisting families less fortunate (to be donated to one food source weekly identified by write in drawing to be selected at each location)
• A special drawing September 30th with all location entries will be feature a $100.00 donation to be issued to your churches youth group.

September 9  —  2:45-4pm

• Get a taste of Germany at thiskick off class given by Lifelong Learning Institute at the UAFS
• One $50 registration fee/semester allows participants to enroll in any of the institute's classes during that semester.
• Non-institute enrollees pay a per-class fee.

September 9  —  11:30am-1:30pm

• The Network of Executive Women's (NEW) goal is to raise $5,500 for educational scholarships for women. Christine McMahon shares her insights on the ongoing challenge of juggling career and personal life. At the core of an effective work-life balance are two concepts that are relevant to each of us: accomplishment and joy. What do you need/want to accomplish? And what brings you joy? Valet parking available.
• $25
• Valet parking available
• www.newfortsmith.com

September 9  —  10:15 A.M.

• The Book Lover’s Club is for anyone who loves to read. Monthly meetings will feature: book reviews, author information, new books, book lists, online literary information, lively discussion, interesting people, and more. Come tell us about a great book that you’ve just read.
• FREE

September 10  —  11am-2pm

• Panera will donate 10% of sales from Kistler Center supporters during this time to the Center.
• We MUST provide a minimum of 35 people to order food and mention The Kistler Center!
• There will be free samples! Donations will be taken at each register and at our display.
• We will have live music from 11-11:30am . Be sure your order is rung up before 2pm

September 11-September  11  —  10am-Noon

• Learn oil painting

September 11-October  16  —  6-8:30 p.m. Mondays

• $99.
• A personal enrichment class as part of the Center for Lifelong Learning at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's fall schedule.

September 11  —  6:30pm

• Enjoy the lightning-speed wit and comedic style of David Dean, who cut his comedic teeth at the famous Second City School of Improv in Chicago. Benefits Heart to Heart Pregnancy Support Center.

September 12  —  7:30pm

• The north side of Wells Lake on the nature center grounds will be transformed into an outdoor observatory. The Arkansas Oklahoma Astronomical Society will host an evening devoted to the moon, the easiest celetial body to observe.
• FREE

September 12-September  14  —  All Day

• Gotta love this competition as tennis players serve up some action
• FREE

September 12  —  7:30 p.m.

• The University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Academy of the Arts presents this four-concert series featuring nationally acclaimed musicians performing arrangements from classic to contemporary for percussion, piano and everything in between.
• Windfire: Flute and Percussion Spectacular opens the season on Sept. 12 and features Grammy award-winning St. Louis Symphony musicians John and Paula Kasica who entertain with musical styles ranging from baroque to vaudeville, utilizing instruments including African drums, flute, marimba and more. Optional audience participation ensures an educational and unforgettable experience.
• 50 season pass; $15 individual tickets.

September 13  —  10am-2pm

• As part of the Boost for Safety: Give Kids a Lift for Life campaign, Rhodes Chevrolet, joins the National Automobile Dealers Association and the National Higway Traffic Safety Administration to raise public awareness of the importance of correctly restraining children in automobiles, including using booster seats for older children ages 4 to 8.
• FREE

September 13  —  7:30-10:30pm

• Enjoy the festivities as local comedians compete for a chance to win cash and prizes!
• $10 at the Door
• Raffle Prizes, cocktail specials- Audience participation encouraged
• Must be 18 years or older

September 13  —  10am-Noon

• Open to adults ages16 and up. Come learn several basic watercolor techniques as you learn to paint the natural world around you
• FREE
• Advance Registration is required!!! Please RSVP

September 13-November  22  —  Saturdays: 10-11 a.m. (ages 5-7); 11-12:30 p.m. (ages 8-10). Saturdays;

• Kids, fall into creativity. Sanniemarie Slabbert now teaches on Saturdays. Participants can choose any four Saturday classes. $60 members; $80 non-members

September 13-November  22  —  1-3 p.m. Saturdays excluding first Sat. of month.

• An introduction to painting for adults and young adults (13+) taught by by Sanniemarie Slabbert. Members: $60/four sessions; Non-members: $80/four sessions.

September 13  —  1-10pm

• Bands; Seventh Day Slumber Since October Uttermost
• Battle of the bands with ten talented artists, food, games, and lots of family fun!
• Tickets are available at Revelation and Solid Rock Book Stores, online at rocktheriver.com, or by call 479-782-LOVE
• Ticket Prices: Adults-$10 in advance ($14 at the door) Children 5 to 10 Years of age-$7 Children under 5 are free
• Sponsors: Burger King, Harps, Jenny Craig, KISR 93.7, KFSM 5 News, PRN Medical Staffing, Spirit 106.3 WintersCycleShack.com

September 13  —  TBA

• The Fort Smith Jaycees dubbed the spring pub crawl so much fun, they decided to do another crawl, this one in the fall. Jaycees sell patrons special cups, which entitle them to discounted draft beer from approximately ten different bar/restaurants along Garrison Avenue.
• www.fortsmithjaycees.com

September 13  —  Walk at 9am

• Huntington’s Disease is an inherited brain disorder that gradually takes away the ability to walk, talk and reason. There is no effective treatment or cure.
• Walk for donations or donate to a walker! All donations will be doubled by a national matching fund

September 13  —  6-10pm

• Enjoy games, a variety of foods including a spaghetti dinner, bingo, live and silent auction and much more. Mass scheduled early at 4:30 p.m.

September 13  —  All Day

• Eat chicken for a good cause on this special day when 75 cents of each chicken product sold is donated to Bost, Inc., in conjunction with the Junior Civic League’s fundraiser, A Nite at the Races on Sept. 27
• Fort Smith locations: 9200 U.S. 71 South, 8311 Rogers Ave. (Massard Crossing), 4800 Towson Avenue, and 2221 Grand Avenue;

September 13  —  SEE BELOW

• The auditions will be held on Saturday September 13, 2008. Ages 6, 7, & 8 will be able to register from 10:00 am until 10:30 am and will attend an audition from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon. Boys ages 6 -12 with little or no dance experience will be able to register from 11:00 am until 11:30 am and will attend an audition from 11:30 – 12:00 noon. Ages 9 & 10 will be able to register from 12:00 noon until 12:30 pm and will attend an audition from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. Ages 11 years and up will be able to register from 2:00 pm until 2:30 pm and will attend an audition from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
• Western Arkansas Ballet, a nonprofit performing arts organization, will hold open auditions for the 23rd annual Nutcracker, to be performed December 13 at the Arkansas Best Corporation Performing Arts Center in Fort Smith at 10:30 am and 7:30 pm. Open Audition meaning anyone over the age of 6 that has had at least 2 years experience in dance and/or gymnastics is eligible to audition.
• Candidates for 23rd Annual Nutcracker parts should be at least 6 years of age and have at least two years experience in dance and/or gymnastics. Please wear appropriate dance clothing. There are also parts for adults and boys with little dance experience. If you are interested please call 479-785-0152 for more information. Western Arkansas Ballet’s annual production presents the community and WAB Company an opportunity to perform Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. Professional artists are brought in to perform with over 100 local children and adults.

September 13  —  9am-4pm

• Co-founder Barbara Bradshaw Rogers, another award-winning author, also speaks.
• This workshop for aspiring authors covers all facets of writing, from concept to publications.
• $15 inclueds lunch
• 479-414-5473

September 13  —  1-4 p.m.

• Duane Hidelberg of Natural Dam presents this demonstration of 19th century woodworking tools. Visitors can even learn basic woodworking techniques. Tools on view in an exhibition on loan from Charles Alley of Fort Smith.
• Free with museum admission, which is $5 adults; $2 ages 6-15; and free for under 6.

September 13  —  11 a.m. viewing

• Hosted by the Phyllis Wheatley Club, the annual Tablescapes features a salad buffet, fashion show, auction and door prizes amid beautifully decorated tables. $20.

September 14  —  2-4pm

• Clayton House continues their historically fun Chautauqua Lecture Series after a summer respite. Features Sam Trisler, who talks about baseball at the old Fort Smith during the Civil War. No admission charge but donations accepted.

September 15-October  20  —  5-7 p.m. Mondays.

• A personal enrichment class that's part of the Center for Lifelong Learning at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's fall schedule.
• $112 (includes canvas and paint).

September 16  —  6 PM

• Class members will learn how to use Internet resources to research their family tree. The workshop will direct participants to genealogy tools, databases, specialty sites, and repository sites such as state archives, libraries, and museums, that are available free on the web. The workshop is free, but space is limited. Please register in advance by contacting the Genealogy Department at 479-783-0229.
• FREE

September 16  —  8pm

• The Eagles are known for the songs "Hotel California," "Desperado" and "Takin' It Easy" and features Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmidt and Steuart Smith.
• tickets range from $40 to $300 and can be purchased by calling 501-975-7575 or at www.ticketmaster.com

September 16  —  3pm

• With hundreds of miles behind her, University of Arkansas - Fort Smith tour guide Jean Shepard of Van Buren is saying goodbye to a family she has been amassing throughout three decades of journeys. A beloved friend and traveling companion, Shepard recently announced her retirement from the program she helped develop almost 30 years ago
• Park in the Waldron lot across from the Stubblefield Center. Transportation to Jean's reception will begin at 2:30 p.m.

September 16  —  5:30pm

• Comedian and motivational speaker Bernie McGrenahan
• A former high-risk drinker, he is celebrating 19 years of sobriety and works to encourage college students to avoid the abuse of alcohol. His comedy with a message includes his thoughts on his own struggles and losing his brother.
• Dinner reservation must be made by Tuesday by calling 479-788-7319.
• Admission for only the performance is $2 for nonstudents and free for UAFS student with ID
• Proceeds from the event will benefit Habor House, a treatment facility in Fort Smith that helps people recover from alcoholism.

September 16  —  7pm

• Local artist Jessica Gray will help participants make buttons from deer antlers, tote bags from burlap bags, and other projects.
• Registration required. Please RSVP before this date
• FREE

September 17  —  12:30-2 p.m.

• Belly up the bard at this class through the Lifelong Learning Institute, a membership-based community of adults who are 40 or older. Other classes throughout the year. One $50 registration fee/semester allows participants to enroll in any of the institute's classes during that semester. Non-institute enrollees pay a per-class fee.

September 18-September  27  —  Opening Gala-8pm $20 Regular Evening-8pm $10 Matinees-2pm $10

• September 18-21, 24-27
• A dark and stormy night is a great time to have a Halloween Party. Four couples come together for a festive evening on October 31st at athe host's newly acquired country house. The house has all the amenities plus an univited guest- a haunted scarecrow. This play is filled with crisp dialogue bantered among old friends. It will tingle your spine and turn your laugh box on high.
• Directed by Aleshia Sexton.
• Call for tickets

September 18-September  23  —  6-9 p.m. Thursdays excluding first Thursday of month

• A five-week pottery class taught by Peter Lippincott who teaches hand building and wheel throwing.
• Members: $115; Non-members: $135.

September 18  —  7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m

• $78
• Arrive in Little Rock and tour the Old State House Museum. After touring the State House, climb aboard the Arkansas Riverboat Queen and enjoy a refreshing lunch as we cruise the Arkansas River.

September 18-September  27  —  2:30pm- Matinee 8pm- Regular

• A dark and stormy night is a great time to have a Halloween Party. Four couples come together for a festive evening on October 31st at the host’s newly acquired country house. The house has all the amenities plus an uninvited guest–a haunted scarecrow. This play is filled with crisp dialogue bantered among old friends. It will tingle your spine and turn your laugh box on high
• A Murder of Scarecrows by Pat Cook Performed by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Co. Directed by Alesia Sexton
• Fees
• Call office for tickets.

September 19  —  Noon

• The Belle Point Quilters will share their expertise and handiwork at the Fort Smith Public Library’s popular Food for Thought series. Karen Sharp will show how she makes memorial quilts from her father's ties and her mother's dresses. Lula Hanson will talk about the Home of the Brave Quilt Program which gives a quilt to families who have lost loved ones in Iraq and Afghanistan. Leola Curtis will demonstrate machine-stitched quilts with embroidery. This event is free and open to the public. Bring your lunch! The Library will provide drinks and dessert.
• FREE

September 19  —  8-11pm

• Ballroom, Latin and swing music to practice your latest moves. Dressy-casual attire. Members free; $10 guests.

September 19  —  9 a.m. vendors; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. program.

• Sponsored by the Women's Center at Sparks, this event features lunch, vendors, fabulous door prizes and much more. Kelly Corrigan, breast cancer survivor and author of the best seller, "The Middle Place," speaks. She is the daughter of Fort Smith native and Little Rock resident Larry Lichty and his wife, Nancy. Kelly has appeared on the "Today Show" and has written for "O," the Oprah Winfrey magazine as well as "Glamour" magazine. Also, the 2008 Firekeeper of the Year presented to an outstanding woman in the community.
• Tickets are $40 per ticket.

September 20-September  27  —  Saturday, September 20, 2008 6:30 p.m.- Friday, September 26, 2008 12:00 p.m.

• $450, deposit $35
• Drinking from the Life-Giving Waters of God A five-day silent retreat Presenter: Sr. Macrina Wiederkehr, OSB Lectio Divina is an ancient way of praying the Word of God: breathing in the Word, careful reflection of the Word, abiding with the Word. Experience being drawn into the life-giving stream of God's Word as you allow this prayerful practice to transform you. You will keep company with God in the scriptures, through creation and with your life experiences. Themes will be drawn both from Sr. Macrina's book, The Song of the Seed, and from her Romancing the Word Little Rock Scripture Study columns.

September 20  —  7 p.m.

• Get countryfied. Features good-time gospel and fun for the whole family
• $5

September 20  —  7:30am

• Fellowship of Christian Athletes sponsors this 15K and 5K run. $25 registration
• 479-649-8815 or twhite@fca.org www.rivervalleyrun.org

September 20  —  1pm

• See the first completely new exhibits for this unique prehistoric Native American site since its opening in 1978. Funded by donations from visitors over many years, new exhibits include a reproduction of the temple, incredible art by Donald R. Johnson and a lot more information about the "King Tut of the West." Ribbon-cutting at 1 p.m followed by a guided tour at 2 p.m. then a presentation by Oklahoma State archeologist Dr. Bob Brooks on the importance of Spiro Mounds. Everyone invited; light refreshments by the Spiro Mounds Development Association.

September 20  —  9 a.m.-noon

• Be a part of a 35-year-old tradition in Arkansas, the Great Arkansas Clean Up. Join the staff as they help clean up the nature center grounds. Refreshments and give-aways
• FREE

September 20  —  2pm

• This special storytime for the whole family will feature special guest reader Kate Morgan, Executive Director and Trainer for Southwest Service Dogs. Southwest Service Dogs was established to raise and train service dogs and to provide them to people with disabilities. Kate, who will bring along several of her dogs in training, will talk about the program and share stories at this free library program.
• FREE

September 21-September  22  —  11 a.m., 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

• Archaeologist Dennis Peterson leads guided tours of the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center and discusses the 12 mounds, why they were created plus how and why some of the mounds line up with the solstice and equinox sunsets. Each tour lasts approximately two hours and consists of a mile of easy walking on paved trails
• $3 adults; $2 children.

September 23-September  30  —  Tuesdays: 3-5 p.m. or 6-8 p.m.

• A personal enrichment class that's part of the Center for Lifelong Learning at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's fall schedule. Dr. Rebecca Timmons, executive director of the Center for Lifelong Learning said the center is also partnering with three online companies to offer additional learning opportunities. "We're excited about the variety of personal enrichment classes which are available this fall," said Timmons, who assumed her position to head the new center last summer. "We've had interest expressed for a number of them, and we are always exploring new learning options for the community."
• $59 with an additional $20 materials fee to be paid at first class meeting.

September 23  —  6:30-7:45 reception/auction 8pm Showtime

• Mystery/comedy benefit performance for the Fort Smith Art Center
• $25 per tickets
• contact : FS Art Center
• www.fortsmithartcenter.org

September 25  —  10 a.m.-Noon.

• Learn all about nutrition at this class offered through the Lifelong Learning Institute, a membership-based community of adults who are 40 or older. Other classes throughout the year. One $50 registration fee/semester allows participants to enroll in any of the institute's classes during that semester. Non-institute enrollees pay a per-class fee.

September 25-October  30  —  Choose from afternoon (1:00-2:30 p.m.) or evening (6:00-7:30 p.m.) sessions.

• Six consecutive Thursdays--September 25 through October 30.
• Good practice habits will be taught, along with layout and design ideas, use of colors, sources and resources, and ideas on how to use your new skill for greeting cards and many more projects to delight yourself, friends, and family. You will receive many pages of informative hand-outs, including exemplars and liners, practice paper and samples of quality art papers. We will be using liquid ink, dip pens (#C-2 Speedball broad edge nibs) and pen holders.
• $50 plus $10 supply fee, $15 deposit required with registration. Registration deadline is September 18.

September 26  —  1:30-5pm

• The U.S. Marshals Museum hosts this first Safe Kids! Event, where representatives from area law enforcement agencies and businesses teach children how to properly utilize 911, avoid electrical accidents, safely exit a building during a fire, stay safe on the Internet and other important skills. In addition, parents can get a free DNA Life Print kit, which includes their children's fingerprints, photographs and a DNA sample. One of the many ways the U.S. Marshals Service protects children is through the enforcement of the Adam Walsh Act, a law to apprehend unregistered sex offenders
• Free.

September 26-September  28  —  All Day.

• See local tennis menaces battle it out on the court
• FREE

September 26-September  28  —  Hours: 3-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday

• Coins, currency, gold, silver, stamps, tokens, sports cards, medals, foreign coins and jewelry. For looking, learning, buying or trading.
• Free admission.

September 27  —  6:30pm

• Benefits Reynolds Cancer Support House.

September 27  —  6:30pm

• http://www.zztop.com

September 27  —  All Day

• Compete in our 2nd annual National Hunting and Fishing Day events. All ages are invited to join, or play just for fun.
• FREE

September 27  —  6:30pm

• Vote on your favorite gospel group plus other categories. Artists include Vision, The Shupert Family, Michelle White, Kingdom Promise, The Qualls Brothers Quartet, Trios and many more. Singer Michelle White of Mena hosts. $8 adults; $6 children.

September 27  —  9am-5pm

• See all kinds of autos from all over. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• FREE

September 27  —  Starts at 9am

• Help the Arthritis Foundation, Arkansas Chapter take steps toward fighting arthritis, America's number one cause of disability. The walk focuses on people of all ages, joining together to help raise money for the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related diseases. The event is a non-competitive 5K walk (3.1 mile) or 1 mile walk benefiting the 626,000 Arkansans with arthritis.
• How Do I get Involved? There are many ways to get involved in the next Arthritis Walk. The best way is to invite others to walk with you. Anyone can participate. Recruit co-workers, friends, family, neighbors, whomever, and get them to join in the fun. All participants who raise $100 or more will earn an official Arthritis Walk t-shirt. Sponsorship If you think your company or business would like to become a local sponsor for the 2008 Arthritis Walk, please contact us!
• This Arthritis Walk event welcomes dogs. Please be a responsible owner and keep pets in control and leashed at all times.

September 27  —  6:30 p.m.

• You bet! The gates fly open once again for this fun foray into horse racing at the Junior Civic League's Fourth Annual Nite at the Races. Features an evening where revelers place bets with play money on six actual horse races, music by the Jeff Bowling Ensemble, a silent auction featuring fantastic items and a buffet of racing food plus lots of fun. Cash bar available. Must be 21. Seating donation includes an opportunity to win a weekend in Hot Springs. Trip for six includes a two-night stay at a condo on Lake Hamilton and box seats at Oaklawn. Proceeds from A Nite at the Races will benefit Bost, Inc., a local not-for-profit agency that provides services for infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities. $45 box seats; $30 general seating

September 27  —  :30 a.m.

• Fellowship of Christian Athletes is hosting a 15K and 5K run.
• http://www.rivervalleyrun.org
• $25.00 per person

September 27  —  1-4 p.m.

• Duane Hidelberg of Natural Dam presents this demonstration of 19th century woodworking tools. Visitors can even learn basic woodworking techniques.
• Tools on view in an exhibition on loan from Charles Alley of Fort Smith.
• Free with museum admission, which is $5 adults; $2 ages 6-15; and free for under 6.

September 30  —  2:45-4 p.m.

• Learn all about Arkansas elections at this class offered through the Lifelong Learning Institute, a membership-based community of adults who are 40 or older. Other classes throughout the year. One $50 registration fee/semester allows participants to enroll in any of the institute's classes during that semester.
• Non-institute enrollees pay a per-class fee.

October 1-November  2  —  8 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

• Fall into fun at this fest featuring hayrides, kids' maze, jungle gym, pumpkins, fall photos, inflatables, climbing wall, horseback rides and lots more fun things to "fall" into. Discounts for larger groups. Haunted house and hayride attractions start Oct. 10.

October 1-October  5  —  10 a.m.-9 p.m.

• From fast and furious to lean and green, see the new cars for 2009. Free.

October 1-December  13  —  All Day

• Court Appointed Special Advocates of Sebastian County (CASA), a local non-profit that advocates for abused and neglected children in the court system, sponsors this special raffle featuring Hog House, an 8' X 8' playhouse decked out in high Razorback style. Tickets available at CASA office, 701 Rogers Ave., or by calling. Raffle aired Dec. 13 at 8 a.m. on KFSM-TV, Channel 5. $5/one ticket or $20/five tickets. On display at the Tackle Box.

October 1  —  10 a.m.-Noon.

• Learn all about what to plant for fall at this class offered through the Lifelong Learning Institute, a membership-based community of adults who are 40 or older. Other classes throughout the year. One $50 registration fee/semester allows participants to enroll in any of the institute's classes during that semester. Non-institute enrollees pay a per-class fee.

October 1-October  25  —  11 a.m.-1 p.m. October 25

• Application deadline: Oct. 20.
• Date of Workshop is October 25.
• Sponsored by the Literacy Council of Western Arkansas, attendees will have a free lunch plus receive a certificate of completion and given instructions for an online course to complete their training.

October 2-October  4  —  Opening Gala- 8pm $20 Regular Evening 8pm- $10

• By Moises Kaufmana nd members of the Tectonic Theater Project
• A deeply moving, well-researched mosaic of a real incident that explores a community's reaction to the brutal death of a young, gay man in Laramie, Wyoming and the depth to which humanity can sink.
• Directed by Dusty Westfall.
• Call for tickets

October 2-October  31  —  7 p.m./8pm Thursdays, Fridays and 7/8/9 pm Saturdays

• This popular and award-winning trolley ride departs the Fort Smith Museum of History each Thursday, Friday and Saturday in October. Fort Smith, Arkansas, home of the "Hanging Judge," Isaac C. Parker, was once known as "Hell on the Border." This rough, rowdy border town was the jumping off place into Indian Territory for outlaws, bandits and renegades. As the trolley winds its way through the Belle Grove Historic District, riders thrill to gruesome historic facts and eerie local legends. The tour guide points out real haunted houses, revealing their secrets, along with the story of a bloody love triangle. During its checkered past, prostitution was legal in Fort Smith. The first bordello to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places now serves as the Fort Smith Visitor Center. Blythe spirits and a variety of characters from the past keep tour-goers entertained for the one-hour ride, which regales stories from the National Historic Site, Miss Laura's Visitor's Center and the Clayton House, all located within downtown and the Belle Grove Historic District. The narrative is as colorful as Fort Smith's history. All proceeds benefit the Fort Smith Museum of History.
• Reservations recommended. Children under 14 not advised to take tour.
• $12/person.

October 2-October  3  —  7:30 p.m.

• Kicks off the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith's Season of Entertainment 28.
• Purchase tickets on their website

October 2  —  9 a.m.-4 p.m.

• The school year has begun, and you can make a difference by volunteering. Active adults 55 and older invited to drop by and find out about community volunteering and benefits of RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) membership. Staff and advisory council members answer questions and talk about volunteer jobs waiting to be filled. Light refreshments.
• FREE

October 3  —  8-11 p.m.

• Nearly Famous Combo with James Shoffey plays ballroom, Latin and swing music at this fabulous way to dance into fall. Coats and ties or tuxes for guys; after-five apparel for ladies. Members free;
• $10 guest

October 3-November  1  —  See below

• Get your spook on at this Halloween favorite sponsored by the Fort Smith Girls and Boys Club. Features guided tours. A hearse out front lets you know you're at the right place. Open weekends (Fridays and Saturdays: 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.) in October and Oct. 27-Nov.1 (excluding Wednesday). $10 adults (13 and older); $5 kids (12 and younger); $5/FSBGC members (no matter the age) with club card.

October 4  —  Presentations are 10-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m. with lunch from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.