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The El Dorado Service League will host a dinosaur themed Children's story time to begin the Summer Reading Program at Barton Library.
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The Union County Genealogical Society meets the second Sunday of every month. |
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June 15-19 Students entering grades 1-9 will rotate, with students grouped according to age, through three activities each day. Each activity will be led by one of three different teachers in visual and graphic art. Age-selected classes will give students the opportunity to try new artistic processes that are tailored to their age and ability. […] |
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Join us to celebrate the beginning of our 2026 Summer Reading Program “Unearth a Story!” The Salvation Army will be providing free hot dogs and chips, and Hepco will provide water. A princess and superhero from Fancyful Parties will host a story time. We’ll have games, food, and plenty of fun!
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Join instructor, Molly Clark, as she teaches this hands-on, two-part workshop perfect for anyone curious about the art of bookmaking. In this beginner-friendly class, participants will learn the fundamentals of book binding—from understanding basic tools and materials to stitching, assembling, and finishing their own handmade journal 
Acoustic Café brings together local musicians and music lovers for an evening of acoustic performances in a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. Join us on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church. Come listen, sing along, or simply enjoy the music. |
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Our littlest museum visitors can participate in a hands-on, interactive tinkering activity designed with our preschool visitors in mind.
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Mr. Holland from Yocum Elementary School will be doing a read aloud of "The Very Impatient Caterpillar" and "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day," complete with sound effects! This week's cool treat is sponsored by Sno Shack. |
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The Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources will host a story time and craft.
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Join us as we make and decorate Jitterbots using small motors with batteries. What will your Jitterbot look like? What will it do? *Organizations wishing to bring groups of children, please contact the museum in advance for scheduling to ensure that enough materials are available.
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The South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) invites the community to get creative during its next Corks & Canvas workshop, “Make, Bake, and Wear,” on Thursday, June 18, at 6:00 p.m. Led by Nicole McAdams, elementary art teacher and SAAC art instructor, this fun and engaging evening will give participants the opportunity to design and create their […] |
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Did you ever wonder what children played with or did for fun during the time of the Oil Boom? Today, we'll go outside to play some of the games that they enjoyed outdoors. Expect to see hopscotch and jump rope for sure, and maybe a few other fun things as well! *Organizations wishing to bring […]
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MIKE CLARK JR. LIVE at ICON LOUNGE for the biggest Juneteenth Weekend party in the city! Hosted by Jay-O bringing the energy ALL NIGHT on the micSouthern soul, country rap vibes, and line dancing all night — if you know, you know. Pull up in your boots, denim, and diamonds and get ready to […] |
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Come join Women Moving Forward for a morning walk! Women Moving Forward is a Non-Profit Organization empowering women to take control of their health and wellness by incorporating walking and physical activity into their weekly schedule. Every Saturday morning we gather to walk, talk, and share with other women in our community. Our conversations are […] 
Main Street El Dorado will host a Farmers Market in Downtown El Dorado every Saturday from April 11 -July 18. Vendor, Farmers, Music, and Education! 8am-12am For more information or to register as a vendor: Farmer's Market Application | MainStreet El Dorado |
1 event,An 18-hole shotgun start golf tournament held at the Lion's Club Golf Course to benefit Union County Animal Protection Society. |
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June 22-25 Taught by Nicole McAdams and Michaela Gross, the youngest artists can give camp a try with this session designed just for them! This four-day camp will meet each day from 10am-12pm. Campers will work on fun projects, collaborate with their friends, and learn new skills. Cost is $95/120 |
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Bring your dancing shoes and best air guitar moves...it's time to go ROCKIN' and READING with LEONARDO. He is a Parents' Choice Award winning family musician from Chicago strumming into town with a humorous high energy music program that motivates little rockers to become big readers. To celebrate the Unearth a Story theme he will be joined by […] Monthly meeting of area Democrats with civic and political speakers throughout the year. Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6pm- Simmons Bank Building, 2nd Floor Meeting Room. The meeting is free and open to members and guests. Democratic Party of UNION County-El Dorado AR- Facebook Please contact us on Facebook at Democratic Party […] |
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Join a park interpreter on a guided hike through the Oil Field Park. We'll look at wooden and metal derricks, oil pumps from wooden through modern, and the machinery that made it possible for some of them to run.
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Mr. Holland from Yocum Elementary School will be doing a read aloud of “Unplugged” and “Creepy Pair of Underwear,” complete with sound effects! This week’s cool treat is sponsored by […] |
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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
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The El Dorado Police Department will join us at Barton Library for a story time and to tell us all about being police officers! 
Teatime is a free support group that meets in our office, 1119 North Madison Ave, El Dorado AR. Visits include tips and resources for older adults, social contact and engagement for individuals who might live alone, and care and support for those going through a stressful time. We enjoy reminiscence activities and visiting with local […] |
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Join us as we create and decorate our own paper kites and then go fly them outside! *Organizations wishing to bring groups of children, please contact the museum in advance for scheduling to ensure that enough materials are available. 
Teresa Booth Brown, Nationally Recognized Artist & Curator Coming to El Dorado SAAC is excited to welcome nationally recognized artist and curator Teresa Booth Brown to El Dorado this summer. She will serve as juror for the South Arkansas Arts Center's 2026 Juried Art Competition and host a three-day art workshop focused on drawing fundamentals for […] |
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Come join Women Moving Forward for a morning walk! Women Moving Forward is a Non-Profit Organization empowering women to take control of their health and wellness by incorporating walking and physical activity into their weekly schedule. Every Saturday morning we gather to walk, talk, and share with other women in our community. Our conversations are […]
Main Street El Dorado will host a Farmers Market in Downtown El Dorado every Saturday from April 11 -July 18. Vendor, Farmers, Music, and Education! 8am-12am For more information or to register as a vendor: Farmer's Market Application | MainStreet El Dorado
Teresa Booth Brown, Nationally Recognized Artist & Curator Coming to El Dorado SAAC is excited to welcome nationally recognized artist and curator Teresa Booth Brown to El Dorado this summer. She will serve as juror for the South Arkansas Arts Center's 2026 Juried Art Competition and host a three-day art workshop focused on drawing fundamentals for […] |
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Teresa Booth Brown, Nationally Recognized Artist & Curator Coming to El Dorado SAAC is excited to welcome nationally recognized artist and curator Teresa Booth Brown to El Dorado this summer. She will serve as juror for the South Arkansas Arts Center's 2026 Juried Art Competition and host a three-day art workshop focused on drawing fundamentals for […] |
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Deja Carroll will be hosting a beginner-friendly crochet class for teens and adults in the board room of Barton Library. This class offers fun and creative inspiration whether you're a pro or just starting out!
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The El Dorado–Union County Chamber of Commerce will host a Community Town Hall focused on Arkansas Ballot Issue 3 on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the El Dorado Municipal Auditorium. This free public event is designed to provide community members with an opportunity to learn more about Arkansas Issue […] |
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Join Arkansas TV, the Arkansas Center for the Book, and community partners for a hands-on Revolutionary Transcribe-a-Thon at the Mahony Family Library on the campus of South Arkansas College. Participants will begin with a short preview from “The American Revolution,” the new documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, premiering in 2026 to […]
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Celebrate America 250 Through the Arts in Downtown El Dorado Home | America 250 Celebrations in El Dorado Join the Arts in Education Program as they unveil their America 250 project created during the 2025-2026 school year at 11:00 a.m. at the Union County Courthouse. This special presentation will showcase student creativity, history, and community […]
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The South Arkansas Arts Center will be at Barton Library to celebrate our Summer Reading Program! |
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The South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) presents “Close Encounters – From Details to Dreamscapes,” an exhibition of works by Little Rock artist Shelley Gentry in the Merkle Gallery from June 30 through July 30. An opening reception honoring the artist will be held on Tuesday, June 30, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The reception and […] |
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Come make and decorate paper sled kites with us and then we will go fly a kite!
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Bright Star Touring Theatre is bringing their "Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show" to Barton Library! Their colorful dino puppets will "stomp, roar, and completely steal the show." Dino Academy blends science and storytelling to bring kids into the prehistoric period, teaching them new facts and surprising them along the way.
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Did you every wonder what children played with at different times in history? Come join us to learn about and play with some of the toys and games that kids enjoyed in the 1920s. |
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Join us for a guided hike through the oil field park. As we walk, we'll look at vintage gas pumps and see oil derricks and pump jacks from wooden to modern. The trail is approximately 1/4 mile and is paved except for 2 wooden bridges.
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How are your Lego skills? Could you build an oil derrick? How tall could you make it? Come show what you could do!
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How are rocks and oil related? Join us at the museum to learn more about how rocks are related to the process of how oil was formed in south Arkansas. We will have rock samples for viewing and touching. |
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Come join Women Moving Forward for a morning walk! Women Moving Forward is a Non-Profit Organization empowering women to take control of their health and wellness by incorporating walking and physical activity into their weekly schedule. Every Saturday morning we gather to walk, talk, and share with other women in our community. Our conversations are […]
Main Street El Dorado will host a Farmers Market in Downtown El Dorado every Saturday from April 11 -July 18. Vendor, Farmers, Music, and Education! 8am-12am For more information or to register as a vendor: Farmer's Market Application | MainStreet El Dorado
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Join us for a guided hike through the oil field park. As we walk, we'll look at vintage gas pumps and see oil derricks and pump jacks from wooden to modern. The trail is approximately 1/4 mile and is paved except for 2 wooden bridges. |
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Join us for a guided hike through the oil field park. As we walk, we'll look at vintage gas pumps and see oil derricks and pump jacks from wooden to modern. The trail is approximately 1/4 mile and is paved except for 2 wooden bridges.
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People who lived in South Arkansas during the time of the Oil Boom of the 1920s had to do some of the same tasks and activities that we do today, but they didn't have the same technology. Join a guide as we travel through the museum's Boomtown exhibits. We'll think about some of the things […]
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Do bubbles come from petrochemicals? Join a park interpreter as we discover the answer to that and also make our own bubble wands (which might involve petrochemicals also). And of course if we have bubbles and bubble wands, we may have to blow some bubbles! |
