“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 the South Arkansas Oil Boom and the oil field workers known as […]
Ammonites and trilobites. Turnbuckles and rod connectors. Washboards and dobros? What are these objects? Also, what connection do they have to the 1920s South Arkansas oil boom? Come to the museum and discover the answers. With the curator, explore the Oil Park and the museum’s numerous galleries, such as the 1920s Boomtown Street, the geology […]
Second Stage Acting Troupe presents the musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on stage at SAAC August 21–23. Reserve tickets now for this delightfully offbeat musical that celebrates the humor, heart, and humanity of competition by visiting SAAC Box Office or calling 870-862-5474. Mature Content. Curtain 7:30pm. Tickets $25/15.
The South Arkansas Arts Center Drama Club invites students in grades 7-12 to audition for their fall production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. directed by Lynn Gunter and Cassie Hickman and presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Auditions will take place August 26 at 4:15 PM, with registration beginning at […]
Guest speaker Senator Tom Cotton, will be at the podium for the annual Republican fundraiser dinner. The event begins with a VIP Meet & Greet with Tom Cotton. Meet & Greet tickets are $25 and available only to those who have an event ticket. Tickets are available for purchase from any UCRC member […]
Train with Special Guest Edwin McCain Live at the MAD Amphitheater! Get ready for an unforgettable night of music under the stars! Join us on Wednesday, August 27th at the stunning MAD Amphitheater as Grammy-winning rock band Train takes the stage for an electrifying performance. Known for chart-topping hits like "Drops of Jupiter," "Hey, Soul Sister," and "Drive By," Train’s energy […]
Join us monthly for in-person meetings! This group provides support, education and resources to caregivers of loved ones living with dementia. ZOOM LINK AVAILABLE
Teatime with South Arkansas Center on Aging is a free Support Group that meets at 2:30p.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 for […]
