Masons of Arkansas invite the public to join in their 175th anniversary celebration Saturday, April 13, at the Clayton House. The free event will feature a cookout, an 1880s carnival, and a vignette about four famous area Masons including W. H. H. Clayton, who served as  federal prosecuting attorney of Judge Parker’s court.

The Dallas Branch of the Fort Smith Public Library will hold a Valentine’s Day Storytime on Wednesday, February 13, at 10:30 AM.  Join us at this special themed storytime featuring stories about Valentines, hearts, love and friendship.  Crafts and refreshments will also be a part of this FREE storytime for pre-schoolers.  No registration is necessary.  The Dallas Branch Library is located at 8100 Dallas Street.  For more information on this or any of the Fort Smith Public Library’s free programs, call 479-484-5650 or visit the library’s website at

Bell Park in Greenwood will be illuminated with 79 Christmas and holiday displays Dec 19-Dec 22.

The event runs from 6-9 p.m. each night. A living nativity will also be on display.

The event is sponsored by the Greenwood Civic Organization and donations from citizens and local businesses.

A $3 donation is being collected. The money will go toward needy children and families in the area, according to project chairman, Joel Goldstein.