Above: KFFB on Location at Taylors Hearing in Mountain View

Above: Everyone Enjoys the Open House.

Above: Folks sign up for the prizes.

Above: Free Hearing Tests.

Above: Good Fellowship.

Above: Great Food.

Above: Great Punch.

Above: More Fellowship.

Above: Rich and Fred take a Picture with a Birthday Boy.

Above: KFFB on Loctaion at Mitchells Used Cars.

Above: Another Car Sold Gary handles the Deal.

Above: Folks are all over the lot.

Above: Folks enjoy the Open House.

Above: Gary Mitchell and Bob Connell.

Above: Good food.

Above: Mr Mitchell takes time out to talk with Bob Connell on the Air.

Above: Nick and Bob Connell.

Above: Rick Mitchell and Bob Connell

Above: Robin Mitchell and Bob Connell.

Above: Steve Mitchell and Bob Connell

Above: Tailgate Party

Above: The Gas Grill that will be given away.

Above: They love this truck.

Title: Benefit Pie Auction in Mountain View
Description: There will be a benefit pie auction and music program on Thursday night, May 20th beginning at 7:00 p.m. at The Jimmy Driftwood Barn. There will be pies, gift certificates, and other items auctioned plus some of the best bluegrass, gospel and folk music presented that night.This benefit is for Jimmy and Sandy Nelson, long time musicians here in Mountain View. Jimmy was injured in an accident and will not be able to work for many weeks or months. We as a community want to help those who help promote Mountain View. If you have items you would like to donate, you may call Kerry Smith at 213-6141 to help. We are asking for all musicians to turn out and help in this event. There is no admission charge.

Date: 2010-05-20

Title: Arkansas Symphony Orchestra in Concert
Description: On May 19, 2010, the Ozark Folk Center is pleased to present some Guest Performers on the evening show. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra will be providing three of their Quartets who will be “Fiddlin’ with the Classics”. The Rockefeller, Sturgis and Quapaw Quartets will join three of the regular Folk Center groups to create a very exciting evening of music. The concert will have a combination of Down-Home Classics and some Classic Down-Home tunes. In addition to the Orchestral Quartets performing the show will also feature Roger Fountain, Herbin’ League and Smith and Son.

The show will start at 7:00 p.m. with the doors opening at 6:00 p.m.

Call 870-269-3851 or go online at www.ozarkfolkcenter.com for more information.

Date: 2010-05-19

Title: Blood Drive in Mountain View
Description: There will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 116 East Jefferson, Mt View on Thursday May 20th from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Refreshments to all donors.Donor card or photo ID required.

Play Your Part…. Make a Difference…. Give blood…
For information call 1-800-GIVE LIFE
Date: 2010-05-20

United States Senate Candidate Gilbert Baker announced the cities included in the Baker for U.S. Senate “No Bailouts Bus Tour” scheduled for Apr. 28, 2010 – May 1, 2010. The tour will highlight his campaign message that big government bailouts are wrong and he opposes any and all bailouts. Baker will collect signatures on his trademark blue tarp to reflect the opposition to the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) bank bailout.

“People are angry that members of Congress used the TARP bank bailout to reward failing banks,” Baker said. “The federal government should not be picking winners and losers.”
Baker’s opponent in the U.S. Senate race, Cong. John Boozman voted for the TARP bank bailouts.

“I have asked Congressman Boozman to join me in pledging not to support future government bailouts,” Baker said. “I have yet to hear a response.”

The Baker “No Bailouts Bus Tour” will tentatively make the following stops:

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

8:00 a.m. – Conway, Ark. – Kick-off for the Baker for U.S. Senate “No Bailouts Bus Tour”, Baker Campaign Headquarters, 1600 Dave Ward Dr., Suite C.
Little Rock
Cabot
Searcy
Heber Springs
Mountain View
Marshall
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Mountain Home
Flippin
Harrison
Harrison, Ark. – Participates in a Baker “No Bailout Bus Tour Virtual Town Hall.”
Eureka Springs
Bella Vista
Bentonville
Rogers
Springdale
Friday, April 30, 2010
Fayetteville
Van Buren
Fort Smith
Russellville
Conway, Ark. – Arrives at Toad Suck Daze.

Title: 3rd Annual Artisans Market on the Square at Folk Festival
Location: Market on the Square Mountain View Arkansas
Link out: Click here
Description: Features handmade traditional and contemporary crafts, fine art, and folk art by area artists.
Contact: Becki Dahlstedt
Phone: 870-269-4103
Email: becki.dahlstedt@gmail.com
Website: www.artisansmarketonthesquare.com
Start Date: 2010-04-16
End Date: 2010-04-17

Title: Fourth Friday Food Day – Bountiful Bread Class
Location: Ozark Folk Center State Park, Mountain View, AR
Link out: Click here
Description: Real bread – homemade, whole grain, fresh from the oven bread can be the foundation of any meal. These breads are healthy and tasty. Because they are made from whole grains, they are filling and stick with you throughout the day. You eat less and your body is satisfied.
Learn to make your own healthy whole grain breads on Friday, February 26, 2010 at the Ozark Folk Center. You will learn to make both wheat bread and quick bread, using whole wheat flour, stone-ground corn meal and other flours. Breads will include basic whole wheat; stuffed bread; jalapeno corn bread and others. Class will be taught by Jeanette Larson and other staff members. Registration deadline for this class is February 22. Cost is $30.00 which includes class, recipes and lunch. Call the Ozark Folk Center at 870-269-3851 for more information or to register for the classes. For a complete list of OFC events visit the web site at www.ozarkfolkcenter.com.
Date: 2010-02-26

AAt the annual Christmas party for the Ozark Folk Center employees, Grady Spann presented the 2009 annual awards as well as highlights of the past season.

A special thank you to the Committee of 100, represented by Norma Sims for their contribution to the awards.

The following are the award winners:
Helen Meggs Volunteer of the Year Award (two separate awards)

Sam Smith
In recognition of his willingness to enthusiastically help wherever needed and his friendly interaction with the Ozark Folk Center staff and visitors and for volunteering a total of 362 hours during the regular season.

Dan Smith
In recognition of his willingness to enthusiastically help wherever needed and his friendly interaction with the Ozark Folk Center staff and visitors and for volunteering a total of 358 hours during the regular season.

Bette Rae Miller Spirit Award – Bill “Bubba” Standard
In recognition of his extraordinary enthusiasm for promoting the park and all its facilities. Reaching out with his own brand of humor, Bill spent the entire 2009 Season as a special first-contact crafts person, helping visitors understand the park better and building their interest in happenings at the Ozark Folk Center.

Craft Person of the Year – Gail Lewis
In recognition of her passionate perpetuation of the styles and interpretation of the history of clothing of the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. For 2009, Gail re-built the displays of historic clothing and re-decorated the Clothier Shop, making it an interactive, engaging feature for visitors to the Ozark Folk Center Craft Village.

Hospitality Award – Donna Farar
In recognition for her consistency in making sure each customer’s experience was unforgettable, building warm relationships with the staff, regular customers, and making new visitors feel at home. Her enthusiasm for making people feel at ease is contagious and reflects a true representation of what defines Ozark Folk Center hospitality.

Musician of the Year Award – Gresham McMillon
In recognition for the tireless hours and interaction while working with numerous bands throughout the year which has netted the admiration and praise of both locals and visitors and is a loved and valued part of the Ozark Folk Center’s expression of traditional music and craft.

Director’s Special Commendation – Shirley Blackwell
In recognition for her dedication to the Ozark Folk Center and her leadership she gives to the staff of the Smoke House.  For the wonderful Peach and Apple Chunky she has produced for so many years that are now a signature product of the Ozark Folk Center.
(Above) Pictured are Sam Smith, Dan Smith, Bill Standard, Gail Lewis, Donna Farar and Norma Sims.