Fairfield Bay Chamber of Commerce

NCAFAE Concert – March 4th

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:23:56 +0000

There’s something exciting and youthful happening in Fairfield Bay! The North Central Arkansas Foundation for Arts and Education is sponsoring a concert featuring young musicians! The group of young artists are Makala Strang (vocalist); REAL Entertaining (four sisters playing the accordion, penny whistle, violin, and harmonica.); Amy Johnson (folk guitar); Devin Matthews (classical guitar);John Phillippe (cello); Joanna Phillippe (viola/violin); and Susanna Phillippe (violin/harp). You won’t want to miss this entertaining music event. The concert will take place at the Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Church on Sunday afternoon, March 4, at 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome and the concert is free. Donations are welcome and appreciated.

Make Plans for Storyfest

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:23:00 +0000

It’s time to start seriously making your plans to attend Fairfield Bay Story Fest III. There’s a great line up of four interesting and entertaining storytellers. Beth Horner is noted as a vivacious talent dedicated to providing an entertaining and empowering experience for her listeners, young and old. Dan Keding, storyteller of international acclaim, is well known for his telling of traditional world folktales, personal narratives of his boyhood in Chicago, ghost stories and dark tales, and superbly crafted original pieces. For over twenty years, Kevin Cordi has told stories in over forty states, England, and Japan. Lyn Ford’s folktale adaptations, spooky tales, and original stories rooted in her family’s multicultural Afrilachian storytelling traditions.

Whether this is your first Story Fest or you are a return attendee, you won’t want to miss this one. The 2012 Fairfield Bay Story Fest will be held on Saturday, April 21st The cost to attend the Story Fest for the day is only $15.00 (ages 16 and up) Under 16 admission is free! To purchase tickets in advance call 501-253-4656, or online at www.fairfieldbaystoryfest.com and click on registration. In addition to storytelling fun there will be vendors with a variety of foods and booths set up by various clubs and organizations with items for sale.

Fairfield Bay Animal Protection League Fundraiser

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:22:11 +0000

The Fairfield Bay Animal Protection League has delicious butter braid pastries for sell as a fundraiser for the Fairfield Bay Animal Shelter. If you have had them you know how yummy they are, if you haven’t you are in for a great treat! They are pastry loaves filled with fruit or cream and come ready to bake just in time for Easter, the smell is just divine! Proceeds for the shelter will provide improvements and repairs. Orders are now being taken through March 7th, with delivery between March 19 and 21. For more information call 501-884-3396 or email ritchiegirl24@yahoo.com. The mission of the Fairfield Bay Animal Shelter is to provide a non-profit, humane, no-kill shelter for dogs and cats who are homeless, abused and/or unwanted in the Fairfield Bay, Arkansas area. This caring and helping organization is always in need of support and help. If you are interested give them a call at 501-884-6417 or email ffbanimalshelter@gmail.com.

Fairfield Bay Storyfest 2012 – April 21, 2012

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:27:54 +0000

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Master Gardener Plant Sale

beckynollenberger — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:35:15 +0000

Title: Master Gardener Plant Sale
Location: Ed Leamon Park on Dave Creek Pky.
Description: Plan ahead and enjoy a fun-filled morning as the Van Buren Master Gardeners host their annual plant sale where you can buy shrubs, trees, annuals, perennials and vegetables all grown by loving hands of local Master Gardeners.

Janet Carson,noted plant expert will broadcast her Saturday morning radio show on site. There will be arts, crafts and fresh strawberries for sale as over 30 vendors will be displaying their wares. Food, drink and baked goods will also be offered.

For more information call 501-884-3884
Start Time: 8:00 till 1:00
Date: 2012-05-12

Fairfield Bay: An Arts Community

admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:49:55 +0000

If it’s art you love then you will love Fairfield Bay. Fairfield Bay has become known for being an arts community. One of many artists who have shown is Mary Shelton, a pen and ink artist who is exhibiting at the Fairfield Library through May 1. The North Central Arkansas Art League, NCAAL, is an active group of local artists in and around Fairfield Bay who are promoting the arts in the community and surrounding area. You don’t have to be a professional to join this group; it consists of beginners to professional artists of all ages. This group of artists meets weekly to paint and share their talents through exhibits in the community. Workshops with nationally known artists are offered to the membership and art enthusiast throughout the year. Come join in and be a part of the arts community or visit one of the exhibits. You can find the artist’s work are on display at the Fairfield Bay and Greer’s Ferry libraries, Ozark Medical Center, local banks, Indian Rock Village, Indian Hills Country Club, Fairfield Bay Community Club, and the Senior Center. NCAAL meets Mondays from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the Greenwood Building, HWY 330 at Greenwood, next to the Fire Station. Member’s paintings are on display for viewing and sale at the Bayside Gallery in the Greenwood Building during Monday’s meetings and by appointment. For further information about the Fairfield Bay arts and this talented group contact NCAAL President Lea Berry at (501)825-7084.

Come Join the Fairfield Bay Hiking Club

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:00:53 +0000

Love the outdoors? Come join the Fairfield Bay Hiking Club for a day of outdoor hiking fun. The club will be hiking on February 4, if you are interested call Tom or Sherry Welch to get all the details or email twelch1950@yahoo.com. With the great weather we have had it’s a wonderful time for hiking!

Fairfield Bay is located in the foothills of the beautiful Ozarks Mountains, a great place for hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing, golfing and any other outdoor sport you love. You can choose your range of sport difficulty; from short slow hikes to the challenge of biking the mountainous terrain. Fairfield Bay is at the top of the list for beautiful places in the Ozarks. The mountains, lake, and trails are just waiting for you. There’s camping too for every kind of camper – tents to RV – at the Fairfield Bay Campgrounds.

It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day…

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:27:14 +0000

It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day and what better way to spend it than in Fairfield Bay, where Stas Productions presentation ‘Love Letters’. This production will be at the Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Church, located at 250 Dave Creek Parkway, in Fairfield Bay on February 14, Valentine’s Day, at 6 p.m. Stas Productions is a small theater company with a big impact on the community. Several plays are well attended throughout the year with local talent dedicated to presenting quality programs and productions, with proceeds going to the Fairfield Bay Library. Come early and have a great lunch or early dinner at one of Fairfield Bay’s wonderful dining establishments. Have a lovely time and experience the romance of Fairfield Bay!

Directors Blog: January 2012

beckynollenberger — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:18:41 +0000

Fairfield Bay is known as a resort / retirement / Wyndam time share community. We have been asked “What is there to do in and around Fairfield Bay?”. If you have looked through our web site I think we have covered what there is to do here. I will address what is there outside Fairfield Bay so when you stay a week or your family comes to visit, you will know what is available.

Within 30 miles is:

Blanchard Caverns Blanchard Springs Caverns

Blanchard Springs Caverns is the jewel in the Ozark National Forest Crown. Dubbed by Life Magazine as “one of the most extraordinary finds of the century” this living cave is constantly in the process of formation. Two paved, lighted trails, one of which is handicapped accessible with assistance, are open to visitors of all ages. Led by knowledgeable Forest Service Guides, the tour winds through water-carved passages, including an underground river and the world’s largest flowstone. The Wild Cave Tour is available by special arrangement for more adventuresome explorers.

Blanchard’s namesake spring pours out of the mountainside and into a glassy-surfaced trout pond appropriately named Mirror Lake. The lake is a great place to take the family pond fishing for rainbow trout. Nearby is a short, scenic walk to the falls where all water exits from the caverns. This is one of the prettiest spots in the Ozark National Forest and not to be missed.

Mountain View

A Wonderful Way to Enjoy Yesterday,” here’s an adventure in yesterday’s Ozark Mountain way of life that you can see, touch and enjoy today. Arkansas’s unique Ozark Folk Center State Park is America’s only facility that works at preserving the Ozark heritage and presenting it in such an entertaining way.

Tap your toes to mountain music at one of your favorite Arkansas state parks located in the Ozarks. See blacksmithing, pottery-making and over 18 other pioneer skills and crafts. Learn to play the dulcimer or autoharp, to jig dance or to grow an organic herb garden. Design your own workshop for the study of the traditional crafts demonstrated here.

For the young and young at heart try a treetop adventure at the Loco Ropes high ropes course located adjacent to the parking lot at the Ozark Folk Center. See the Ozarks from a whole new perspective and don’t miss the The Flying Pig ZipLine! Individuals and groups welcome.

White River

Go trout fishing on the White River.

Over 30 miles

Buffalo River

Float the Buffalo National Scenic River, and enjoy other nearby attractions.

Little Rock

Take a walk along the Arkansas River and visit President Clinton’s Presidential Library.

World Day of Prayer Service

beckynollenberger — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:14:04 +0000

Title: World Day of Prayer Service
Location: United Methodist Church, 765 Dave Creek Parkway
Description: Service held jointly by PresberterIan, Methidist, Catholic, Baptist and Lutheran churches of Fairfield Bay.
Theme “Let Justice Prevail” selected by the women of Malisia.
Start Time: 1:00 p.m.
Date: 2012-03-02