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Calendar Events

Friday, May 3: Financial Wellness 101

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Financial Wellness 101 in the Round Room at noon. Participants will learn how to save money and improve credit scores. The class is free to the public. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

Saturday, May 4: May the Fourth Be With You Game Day

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host May the Fourth Be with You Game Day in the Round Room from noon to 5 p.m. The event will include a day of space-themed tabletop board games. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

Saturday, May 4: Kentucky Derby at The Lounge

Huntington Square and Impackt Club will host Kentucky Derby at The Lounge from 3-8 p.m. The event will include a Kentucky Derby celebration, music by Vikki McGee, a hat contest, food and more. All proceeds will benefit Impackt Club. Info: (870) 206-7682 or huntingtonsquare.net.

Saturday, May 4: May the Fourth Be With You Concert

The Delta Symphony Orchestra will present the “May the Fourth Be with You” at The Fowler Center at 7:30 p.m. The concert will feature music of the movie “Star Wars” from legendary film composer John Williams. Participants can arrive early to enjoy vendors, pre-show trivia, a costume contest and more. Info: (870) 761-8254 or deltasymphonyorchestra.org.

Tuesday, May 7: Family Literacy Night

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Family Literacy Night for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the Round Room at 5:30 p.m. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

Tuesday, May 7: Bark at the Park 2024

The Arkansas State University Alumni Association will host Bark at the Park 2024 at Tomlinson Stadium – Kell Field at 6 p.m. The event will include a night at the ballpark with alumni and dogs to support the Red Wolves Baseball Team as they take on the University of Memphis. Participants can show their membership card to receive a free dog gift. Info: (870) 972-2596 or astatealumni.org/bark24.

Thursday, May 16: St. Bernards Baby State

St. Bernards Baby State will take place at St. Bernards Auditorium from 6-8 p.m. This quarterly event features maternity experts who know all there is to know about caring for a baby. Topics include pain control options, car seat and sleep safety, health and wellness tips, infant care and more. Newborn photography and specialty baby vendors will be in attendance, and participants will be eligible for prizes. Info: (870) 207-7300 or st.bernards.info.

Friday, May 17: "Snow White: The Ballet"

The Foundation of Arts will present “Snow White: The Ballet” at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro on Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Friday, May 17: Community Wellness Screening

St. Bernards Healthcare will host a free Community Wellness Screening at St. Bernards Auditorium from 7-10 a.m. Fasting at least 12 hours is suggested for accurate results. Info: email tdunigan@sbrmc.org or visit stbernards.info/events/.

Saturday, May 18: Northeast Arkansas Cultural Expo

The Northeast Arkansas Cultural Expo will take place at Rotary Centennial Plaza from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The multicultural celebration will feature performers, food vendors, and arts and crafts vendors that highlight the rich cultural diversity of Northeast Arkansas. Info: (870) 520-0073 or researchsolutionsinc.org.

Saturday, May 18: "Snow White: The Ballet"

The Foundation of Arts will present “Snow White: The Ballet” at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro on Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Sunday, May 19: "Snow White: The Ballet"

The Foundation of Arts will present “Snow White: The Ballet” at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro on Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Tuesday, May 21: Childbirth Class

St. Bernards Healthcare will host a Childbirth Class in the Community Room of the St. Bernards Medical Tower from 6-8:30 p.m. The free class will provide an extensive overview of what to expect during labor and delivery. Info: (870) 207-7300 or st.bernards.info.

Friday, May 24: Master Gardeners Plant Swap

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host the Master Gardeners Plant Swap in the Round Room from noon until 2 p.m. Participants can socialize with other plant enthusiasts and exchange or give away plants. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

Friday, May 24: Kaleidoscope Spring Show Off

The Foundation of Arts will present the Kaleidoscope Spring Show Off at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro at 7 p.m. This event is a showcase by students taking classes at the Art Center. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

Saturday, May 25: Kaleidoscope Spring Show Off

The Foundation of Arts will present the Kaleidoscope Spring Show Off at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro at 7 p.m. This event is a showcase by students taking classes at the Art Center. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

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