november datebook
Friday, Nov. 6
Breast Cancer Survivor Luncheon, sponsored by St. Bernards, St. Bernards Auditorium, Noon. Info: 972-4454.
Saturday, Nov. 7
Multicultural Food and Dance Festival, wonderful performers, exotic food, a beauty pageant, dancing including performances and instruction from Salsa Memphis and more, sponsored by the Hispanic Community Services Center, Inc., St. Bernards Auditorium, 6 p.m.-midnight. Info: Gina Gomez, 931-1884.
Sunday, Nov. 8
Holiday Open Houses, at local shops throughout Jonesboro, 1-5 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 13
Lit’l Bita Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, the annual craft show returns to the Convocation Center with more vendors and pictures with Santa, Friday, noon-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-4 p.m. Adults $4, children 13-18 and senior citizens $3, weekend pass, $7. Info: 972-ASU1.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Hispanic Women’s Health Conference, sponsored by Cardiology Associates Foundation, free cardiovascular screenings, cardiovascular health education sessions, cooking demonstration and Dr. Max Arroyo will speak, lunch reservations required by Nov. 5, St. Bernards Auditorium, 8 a.m.-noon. Info: Gina Gomez, 931-1884.
Miss March of Dimes Pageant, pageant open to girls newborn to 18 years, to benefit the March of Dimes, Brookland High School, 5 p.m. Info: Sherry Bobbitt, 237-4023.
Sunday, Nov. 15
Flo and Phil Jones Hospice Open House, the newly built center will be open for tours, 1148 East Matthews, 1-4 p.m. Info: 972-4454
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Jingle Bell Run/Walk, race to benefit Arthritis Foundation, race starts at St. Bernards Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. Info: www.arkansasjinglebellrun.org
Ladies’ Night Out, Stop and shop for purses, jewelry and make-up. Mini massages, facials, manis and pedis with $10 tickets, to benefit S.P.A.R.C., 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Info: 931-4200.
Friday, Nov. 20
Business Etiquette Workshop, presented by Delta Center for Economic Development, held at Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Info: 972-3850.
Rock-n-Roll Holiday Countdown, a full scale performance with dancing and music set to 50s and 60s song classics, The Mall at Turtle Creek, Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. and Sun. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Info: 336-2500.
Saturday, Nov. 21
25th Annual Toy Run, sponsored by Association M/C ABATE Dist. 2, bikers fee is an unwrapped toy, registration begins at 10 a.m., riders leave from Harley-Davidson of Jonesboro at 2 p.m., after party at association clubhouse features the bands Jasmine Cain, West Finch Blues, Sticky Fingers and Lazy Dawg Productions. Info: 933-7025 or 243-6300.
Thursday, Nov. 26
Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal, those in need can receive a hot meal at St. Bernards Auditorium from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., volunteers needed. Info: Rich Carvell, 219-8210.
october culture
Nov. 2
“Terrorism, Nobel Laureates and University Engagement,” presented by Beverly Lindsay, professor and senior scientist of higher education and international policy studies at Pennsylvania State University, as part of the ASU Lecture/Concert Series, Student Union Auditorium, 7 p.m.
Nov. 6-7
Holiday Show 2009, Sara Howell Studio and Gallery will present local and national artists on Friday at 6-9 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 405 South Main Street. Info: 935-6336.
Nov. 6-8
Fairytale Courtroom, presented by the Jonesboro High School Theatre, will be on stage Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., JHS Auditorium. Info and tickets: www.jps.k12.ar.us.
Nov. 12
“The Music of Frank Ticheli,” noted composer Frank Ticheli will be joined by former principle trombonist of the Boston Pops Ron Barron and the ASU Choir, ASU Wind Ensemble and student/faculty chamber ensembles for a night of music, Fowler Center’s Riceland Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 13-14, 16-18
Little Shop of Horrors, a musical production by the ASU Drama Department will be presented each evening at 7:30 p.m., Fowler Center. Info and Tickets: 972-ASU1.
Nov. 16-17
Disney’s Aristocats Kids, a kids' musical production, will be presented by the first through third grade of Visual & Performing Arts School, tickets are $3, 6:30 p.m. Info: Megan Harrell, 933-5830.
Nov. 20-22
Sean Shrum Gallery will present an art show featuring a number of agricultural pieces at the home of Dr. Kevin Pierce beginning with a reception on Friday evening from 6-9 and on Saturday and Sunday from noon-4 p.m. Info: 926-7326.
Nov. 22
MessiahSing 2009, a presentation of pieces from Handel’s Messiah, directed by Kelly Craft, admission is free, but monetary donations will be accepted for Helping Neighbors Interfaith Food Pantry, Fowler Center’s Riceland Hall, 3 p.m. Info: Harmony Fortson, 934-0622.
Nov. 30
Robert Henry, an internationally distinguished pianist, who has performed at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall will present a program as part of the ASU Lecture/Concert Series, Fowler Center’s Riceland Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Just for KIDS!
Dia de los Muertos
Trick-Or-Treat through Old Town at the ASU Museum as they celebrate the Hispanic and Latino ancient tradition of Day of the Dead. Crafts, refreshments and a presentation of children’s art telling the history of Arkansas will be included. Held on Nov. 1 at the ASU Museum. Call Lenore Shoults 972-2074, for more information.
Spend a morning with the Ballerinas
The seventh annual Breakfast with Ballerinas will be held on Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. in First Presbyterian Church’s Heritage Hall. The event, sponsored by The Foundation of Arts, will include breakfast, pictures with the ballerinas from the upcoming Nutcracker Ballet, storytime and more. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. For tickets or information, call the FOA ticket box at 935-2726.
Read a book in the forest
Judge Barbara Halsey will be the featured reader for November’s Women’s Advisory Council’s Stories in the Forest. Storytime will be at 3 p.m. at St. Bernards Fun Forest at The Mall at Turtle Creek.
Go international without leaving Jonesboro
International Studies Magnet School will host an International Festival on Nov. 10 from 5-7:30 p.m. with games, an Italian dinner, Japanese name painting, family portraits and more. Call Misty Doyle, 933-5825 for more information.
Join Mrs. Claus for a good book
Barnes & Noble will host Mrs. Claus for several storytimes during the month of November: Nov. 16 at 4 p.m., Nov. 18 at 10:30 a.m., Nov. 21 at 2 p.m., Nov. 23 at 4 p.m., Nov. 25 at 10:30 a.m. and Nov. 28 at 2 p.m. All storytimes are held in the children’s book area. For more information, call 336-2549.