The Walk is an open-air and open-house event lining the street from 4 pm – 10 pm on Friday evening, May 18, 2012. Local artists welcome the public into their homes and studios to view their latest works. They are joined by more than forty guest artists from the Eureka Springs area who also attend and display their works including: weaving, watercolors, jewelry, oils, pottery, stained glass and more.

Come experience a true sense of the Eureka Springs Arts community during the Annual White Street Walk. Work will be for sale during the event.

Eureka Springs is alive with art and activities during the month of May. All month long, the city celebrates with an Arts Festival, art exhibits, receptions, exhibits, gallery strolls and free concerts. It’s a wonderful time to visit and admire the beautiful scenery and art that is produced in Eureka Springs. The War Eagle Craft show is also this month and always draws big crowds to see and purchase the hand-made crafts.

The Great Passion Play reopens for the 44th season on May 4th. Read below for our Buy One – Get One Free Passion Play offer. The outdoor performance features over a hundred actors and includes live animals.

Seems like May the month for car shows. Come out and enjoy the PT Cruisers Rally May 4th through the 6th, Miatas in the Ozarks May 19th through 22nd and the 18th Annual Mustang Show will be held May 26th at the Pine Mountain Village.

Don’t miss Blues Weekend the last weekend of May. This event has become a premier event for the Ozarks. Many local and national groups will perform in several different venues all over town. If you love the blues, you gotta be here.

It’s a beautiful time to come visit and see all the wonderful flowers and trees blooming. Enjoy a relaxing getaway to our Eureka Springs B&B today!

SPECIALS

PASSION PLAY TICKET SPECIAL
* Stay Two Nights in Any Suite or Cottage
* Get One Passion Play Ticket FREE with Each Ticket Purchase
Good During May, 2012
No Other Discounts Apply

RECIPE

SKILLET BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
You can substitute an equal amount of shredded Swiss, Gouda or Pepper Jack cheese for the cheddar.

3 slices bacon, chopped
2 slices white sandwich bread, cut into 1/2″ pieces
6 tablespoons heavy cream
4 large eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 scallions, sliced thin
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 475 degrees. Cook bacon in 8-inch nonstick, ovensafe skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from pan.

Add half of bread to skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl and toss with untoasted bread.

Whisk cream, eggs, salt and pepper in another medium bowl until smooth. Stir in bacon, scallions and cheddar. Add egg mixture to now-empty skillet and cook over medium heat, using spatula to scrape bottom of pan, until eggs are just beginning to set, about 1 minute. Fold in bread and lightly pat mixture into even thickness. Bake until puffed and golden brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Serve.

Kick-off the month off with a parade. An ARTrageous Parade, that is. This extravagant parade rolls down Spring Street through historic downtown Eureka Springs at 2:00 pm on Saturday may 5th. This parade is an opening gala for the May Festival of the Arts, and will feature decorated floats, costumed walkers, local bands and more. Also on the first weekend in May, this year’s premier performance of the Great Passion Play will commence on May 4th.

Among the many other events are a plant sale, car shows, a parade, War Eagle Craft Show, a bike show and much more!

Our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast is a great location to stay and catch all the exciting events in Eureka Springs during the month of May. Book your escape today!

We are so proud to have won “BEST DESSERT” at the recent Souper Soup fundraiser for the Eureka Springs Historical Museum that was held immediately following the Victorian Classic. Our Caramel Italian Cream Cake was chosen from among the desserts submitted by Eureka Springs B&B’s. This is a worthy cause to help preserve Eureka Springs History and we’re so glad to support them. There is a link on our website homepage to the recipe.

Plenty of things to see and do this month. There is a new music show in town. The Patsy Cline Show by Tracy De Mille is a 75 minute show running April through October every day except Tuesday and Thursday. Tracy’s theatre in Branson was damaged in the recent tornado, so she’s relocated to Eureka Springs. The Second Saturday Art Gallery Stroll celebrate the Art of Eureka. Come visit the galleries and see works from the many talented artists in the area.

Carving in the Ozarks returns to the buzz of chainsaws. Watch carvers in action as they complete their large works. The Annual Springtime in the Ozarks convention will also be in town this month.

The Saint Petersburg String Quartet will perform at the AUD Sunday, April 29. Reviewed as one of the world’s most esteemed chamber ensembles. This performance is a fundraiser for CICA Festival to be held in June.

Don’t miss all the cozy and intimate restaurants, quaint shops and unique galleries all set in a picturesque village setting. Music in the Park returns this month to add to the downtown ambiance.

Enjoy a relaxing getaway to Eureka Springs today!

SPECIALS

EUREKA – PAST and PRESENT
Learn and Enjoy the History of Eureka Springs

Stay Two Nights in the Lauren or Morgan Suites, in our Antiques and Lace Building
Two Tickets on the Eureka Springs Tram Tour, a narrated tour with stops at historical sites
A Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride through historic downtown
Two FREE Tickets to the Eureka Springs Historical Museum

Available Fridays and Saturday in April.
$356.00 plus tax. No other discounts apply.

DINNER’S ON US
Stay Two Nights Sunday – Thursday Nights in April
Get a $40.00 Dinner Voucher Good at a Eureka Springs Restaurant FREE!

Available Sunday-Thursday in April
No other discounts apply.
Must mention this special when making your reservation.

RECIPE

HAM ‘N BISCUIT EGG BAKE

Prep Time: 20 min ; Start to Finish: 1 hr
Makes: 2 servings

2 Pillsbury® Oven Baked frozen southern style biscuits (from 25-oz bag)
2 eggs
1/2 to 1 cup baby broccoli florets
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon greek seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 cup diced cooked ham
1/2 cup shredded Colby/Pepper Jack/Cheddar cheese (4 oz)

Heat oven to 350°F. Place biscuits on cutting board; let stand 10 minutes to thaw.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave broccoli uncovered on High 1 minute; drain on paper towel.
In medium bowl, beat eggs, milk and mustard with wire whisk until blended. Stir in ham, cheese and broccoli.
Spray 8×4-inch (1-quart) glass loaf dish or 1-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cut each biscuit into 8 pieces; arrange evenly in dish. (Optional: To bake in 3 ½ inch indivdiual ramekins, use only 4 pieces of biscuit, keep other ingredients in proportion)
Pour egg mixture over biscuit pieces in dish. Press down with back of spoon, making sure all biscuit pieces are covered with egg mixture.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until edges are golden brown and center is set. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Optional: Spice up your morning when you add some chopped chiles to the casserole and serve salsa on the side. Broccoli can be deleted.

The family friendly concert celebrates the Music of Eureka Springs and will also feature performances from some of the finest musicians and songwriters from Eureka Springs as Johnathon will be joined onstage with winners from the 64th Ozark Folk Festival Singer/Songwriter Winners.

Michael Johnathon is a folksinger, songwriter, concert performer, author who created and hosts the worldwide broadcast of the WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour with a radio audience with over a million listeners each week on 500 public radio stations, PBS-TV coast-to-coast plus American Forces Radio Network in 173 nations. He also created the world’s first multi-camera weekly music series broadcast on the internet. Michael is also a playwright … his play Walden: The Ballad of Thoreau has over 8,000 registered performances in 42 countries and translated into four languages.

Stay at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast and enjoy the show. Tickets are only $12.50 each and available through the Aud’s website at www.theaud.org and at the venue’s box office on the day of show.

Attendees enjoyed the food and voted for the People’s Choice winners:

Soups
1. Sweet Tomato Bleu by Local Flavor
2. Taco Soup by Forest Hill Restaurant
3. Southwestern Chili by Simply Scrumptious Tea Room

Desserts
1. Italian Caramel Creme Cake by Evening Shade Inn B&B
2. Sherri’s Humdinger Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies by Heartstone Inn
3. Lemon Cake by Sister’s Cafe

We want to thank everyone who voted and we appreciate and proudly support the Eureka Springs Historical Museum and it’s volunteers’ efforts to preserve the History of Eureka Springs. Thank you so much for this great honor.

Here is the winning dessert recipe:

CARAMEL ITALIAN CREAM CAKE

Brown sugar is the shortcut to quick caramel flavor in both the cake layers and the frosting.

3 cups shaved coconut
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
5 large eggs, separated
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
Quick Caramel Frosting
Cream Cheese Frosting

Preheat oven to 350 deg F. Place shaved coconut in a single layer in a shallow pan. Plance pecans in a second shallow pan. Bake coconut and pecans at the same time 5 to 7 minutes or until coconut is toasted and pecans are lightly toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through.

Beat butter and shortening at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy; gradually add granulated and brown sugars, beating well. Add egg yolks 1 at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Add vanilla, beating until blended.

Combine flour and baking soda; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat at low speed just until blended after each addition. Stir in pecans and 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut.

Beat egg whites at high speed until stiff peaks form and fold into batter. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.

Bake at 350 deg F for 23 to 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove pans from racks and cool completely (about 1 hour).

Prepare Quick Caramel Frosting. Immediately spread frosting between layers and on top of cake. Spread Cream Cheese Frosting over sides of cake; press 2 cups toasted shaved coconut onto sides of cake.

QUICK CARAMEL FROSTING

Like the classic caramel frosting, this one hardens quickly, so cool the cake layers before you start to make it.

1 cup butter
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Bring first 3 ingredients to a rolling boil in a 3 1/2 quart saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly (about 7 minutes)

Stir in cream and bring to a boil; remove from heat. Pour into a bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer. Gradually beat in powdered sugar and vanilla at medium speed, using whisk attachment; beat 8 to 12 minutes or until thickened. Use immediately.

TIP: Don’t panic if you overbeat the frosting. Thin to a spreadable consistency by adding 1 to 2 teaspoon hot water.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

Beat 1/4 cup butter, softened and 4 ounces cream cheese, softened at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, beating at low speed until blended; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Warm, sunny weather is on it’s way at last. Outdoor activities like the Annual Victorian Classic Race and the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade are just the thing to get you outside to enjoy beautiful Eureka Springs. The Victorian Classic racers cool down after the run at the Souper Soup lunch (open to the public). Enjoy great soups and desserts donated by local restaurants and Bed and Breakfasts. When is the last time you flew a kite? Get outside and fly one at the Annual Kite Festival.

The Pine Mountain Jamboree Music Show reopens this month as does the Intrigue Theatre for another thrilling season. Antiques lovers, now’s the spring antique show! And of course, we’re all Irish on St. Patrick’s Day — don your green, grab your favorite leprechaun and come enjoy the parade. Don’t miss all the cozy and intimate restaurants, quaint shops and unique galleries all set in a picturesque village setting.

We’re looking forward to having a great Spring Break to start a great season and hope you’ll take time to visit with us this year.
Avoid the rush and escape with a Romantic Getaway at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast today!

SPECIALS

MARCH DINNER SPECIAL
* Stay TWO NIGHTS by March 10th
* Receive a Free $40.00 Dinner Voucher
MUST MENTION Special at time of booking.
No other discounts apply, All Prices Plus Tax

RECIPE

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE FRENCH TOAST
1/2 cup butter
1 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon water
3 granny smith apples
cinnamon, to taste
1 loaf french bread, sliced 1 1/2 inches thick
1 1/2 cup milk
6 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
sliced almonds for garnish (slightly toasted)

Combine butter, brown sugar and water in saucepan. Heat on medium until bubbling, stirring frequently. Place in a sprayed 9×13 dish and allow to cool for 20-30 minutes.
Peel, core and slice the apples. Place the slices in rows, overlapping, on top of the sauce in pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Place the slices of bread on top of the apples.
Mix together the milk, eggs and vanilla. Pour over the bread. Sprinkle with a little nutmeg. Cover and refrigerate.
Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 60 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on top. Cover with foil part-way thru baking if browning too early.
Place sliced almonds in a foil pan and toast in oven for about 8 minutes.
Loosen toast from the sides of dish with a knife. Place baking sheet upside down over dish and invert. Remove baking dish and separate slices for serving. Garnish with almonds.
Serves at least 10.

Intrigue Theater is the newest show and one of the top rated attractions in Eureka Springs Arkansas. Travel Back to an age of Intrigue during the Victorian era and witness an evening of incredible and mysterious demonstrations performed by the Illusionist Sean-Paul and Medium Juliane. The evening will also feature special guests from the other side.

Sean-Paul and Juliane came to Eureka Springs as visitors. They loved the history and the haunting nature of the town, and devised a production idea that would embody the “spirit” of the town. They decided the show would flourish as an elegant presentation of Victorian-era mysteries that would climax with a summoning of the spirits. The show played at the Queen Anne Mansion over the summer of 2011 and was a wild success, with people sometimes being turned away due to limited seating. In order to offer more seats, the couple decided to produce a new show at the City Auditorium.

This is a magical and mysterious show that will thoroughly entertain you. We encourage all our guests to see the show for themselves. Bed and Breakfast Packages are available that include tickets to the show or we can add-on tickets to any stay. Call us today!

Everyone knows February is for Lovers. When was the last time you spent time away, just the two of you? Escape for a weekend away from home, enjoying good food, quiet times and the warmth of a romantic fire. Eureka Springs offers the perfect winter destination, and we have the perfect romantic getaway packages. Cozy and intimate restaurants, quaint shops and unique galleries all set in a picturesque village setting. Don’t wait too late to book that special getaway with your sweetie!

The Events Calendar is starting to fill up, so don’t miss all the great things going on this month. Mardi Gras is becoming a bigger and bigger event every year. Parade floats will be christened this weekend. There will be two costume balls and a parade down Spring Street on February 18. Chocolate lovers will enjoy the Annual Chocolate Festival on February 11th at the Inn of the Ozarks. There’s plenty of other things too, just look at the calendar below.

We’re looking forward to a great season-kickoff and hope you’ll take time to visit with us this year.
Avoid the last-minute panic and reserve your romantic Valentine’s Getaway in romantic and charming Eureka Springs today!

SPECIALS

VALENTINE’S MONTH SPECIAL
Make Romance Last More Than A Day!
* Two Nights in a Private Honeymoon Cottage**
* A Dinner for Two at one of Eureka’s fine restaurants ($50 voucher)
* A Chilled Bottle of Champagne or Sparkling Cider in your room on arrival
* In-Room Full Breakfast each morning
* Desserts in your room each day
- $449 Valentine’s Weekend
- $399 Any days in February except Valentine’s Weekend (Feb 10 – 12)
**Substitute any of our suites at a reduced price. Call for details.
- Add a third night to either package for $150
No other discounts apply, All Prices Plus Tax

WEEKDAY ROMANCE
All suites and cottages 10% off Sunday through Thursday.
All suites and cottages come complete with afternoon desserts,
breakfast delivered to your door, king beds, jacuzzis for two and much more.
Good on all king jacuzzi suites and private honeymoon cottages.
No other discounts apply.

RECIPE

BREAKFAST SKILLET CASSEROLE

Intended to serve two people, but actually will make 4 nice sized pieces.
You can substitue an equal amount of shredded swiss, gouda or pepperjack cheese for the cheddar.

3 slices bacon, fried and chopped
3 slices white sandwich bread, chopped
1/3 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 scallions, sliced thin
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat to 475 degrees. Cook bacon in a 10 inch ovensafe
skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate.
Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from pan.

2. Add half of bread to skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 3
to 5 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl and toss with untoasted bread.

3. Whisk cream, eggs, salt and pepper in another medium bowl until smooth. Stir in bacon, scallions
and cheddar. Add egg mixture to now-empty skillet and cook over medium heat, using spatula to
scrape bottom of pan until eggs are just beginning to set, about 1 minute. Fold in bread and lightly
pat mixture into even thickness. Bake until puffed and golden, 7 to 9 minutes. Serve.

FEBRUARY EVENTS

February 5
Chirstening of the Floats – Sponsor Appreciation Day at the Rowdy Beaver Restaurant and Tavern from 3pm until ?

February 10
Secret Season Cinema (Foreign Film Festival) at the Carnegie Public Library at 7:00pm. Call 479-253-8754 for more information

February 11
10th Annual Valentine Ball presented by Eureka Health Care Volunteer Guild at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. Music by Jody Simrell. For more information contact Kay Halper at 479-253-7114 or 479-253-3756.

February 11
8th annual Chocolate Lovers Festival at the Inn of the Ozarks from 9an-3pm. For more information 479-253-9768 or 800-552-3785

February 11
Freakin Eurekan 15K Trail race at 10:00 am. Race day registration will be held from 8:00 am until 9:30 am. The course follows trails around Lake Leatherwood. For more information contact Russ at Fleet Feet Sports (479-571-8786).

February 12
9th Annual Valentine Ball presented by Eureka Health Care Volunteer Guild at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. Music by Jody Simrell. For more information contact Kay Halper at 479-253-7114 or 479-253-3756.

February 12
7th annual Chocolate Lovers Festival at the Inn of the Ozarks. For more information 479-253-9768 or 800-552-3785

February 12
Freakin Eurekan 15K Trail race at 10:00 am. Race day registration will be held from 8:00 am until 9:30 am. The course follows trails around Lake Leatherwood. For more information contact Russ at Fleet Feet Sports (479-571-8786).

February 16
Eureka Gras Mardi Gras Hookers & Jokers Ball at the Inn of the Ozarks Best Western Convention Center
at 6pm – Cash Bar. Costume Themes: Hookers, Jokers, 2012 Theme “My-O-Mayan”
Tickets: 479-981-9551 – Seats are Limited. Music by “Cherry Brooks Jazz and Blues Ensemble”. Costume Contests with prizes. Eureka Gras Buffet and Indoor Mini Parade. Admission: $20 Advance or $25 at the Door

February 17
Eureka Gras Mardi Gras Coronation Masquerade Ball from 6pm to 10pm at the Crescent Hotel Crystal Ballroom. New Orleans style Mardi Gras Tableau is awesome. Formal attire or costume. King and Queen and Royal Court Promenade and Grand March. Champagne supper buffet and entertainment featuring “TBA” By reservation only 479-253-9766 or 877-342-9766. Admission: $35

February 18
7th Annual Eureka Gras Mardi Gras Parade. Downtown Spring and Main Streets, Parade rolls at 2 p.m.
Krewe of Krazo will lead the Eureka Gras Parade. — 2012 Theme “My-O-Mayan”
Other walking groups include “Krewe of Kidz” — “Krewe of Barkus” canine parade
“ALL Eurekans and visitors” are asked to “Dress-out!” and join in the parade.

February 18
The Crescent Hotel presents the best and brightest students in the Hospitality and Restaurant Management program from Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas. They will be preparing a multi-course meal and wine pairing for the general public at 6:00p.m. For more information call Bob Harrington; 479-575-4700 or Trina Holman; 479-575-2179.

February 19
Mardi Gras Champagne Jazz Brunch. Crescent Hotel Crystal Dining Room 11am until 2pm
Meet and Greet the King and Queen — 2nd Line with decorated umbrellas. Entertainment by Crescent Jazz Ensemble. Reservations: 479-253-9766 or 877-342-9766

Feb 19-21
Arti Gras Artist’s ShowCase – Tastefully Risque and Salaciously Devine Art. Artists Reception on Monday, Feb 20 – 6 -8 p.m. Location TBA – Open to Public. Special Silent Auction on Mardi Gras Masques by Artists

February 21
Eureka Gras 2nd Line Krazo Krawl – 4:30 pm — Rendezvous at Pied Piper Tavern.
Mardi Gras Day, Krazo”2nd Line” Krawl. — Downtown on Main and Spring streets
Costumes and/or masks a must! — Second Line Umbrellas make it mo’ bettah!
Open to General Public – Admission: Free – 2012 Theme “My-O-Mayan”

February 21
Saint ‘Lizbeth’s King Cake Ball and Dinner on Fat Tuesday Night, 6:00 – 10:30pm at
Saint Elizabeth’s Parish Center – 232 Passion Play Road. Cajun Dinner, Live Music by “Naturally Brass”, Cash Bar. Tickets Sold in Advance $45-couple/$25-single – 479-636-8864
Featuring Eureka’s Largest King Cake!

February 24
Secret Season Cinema (Foreign Film Festival) at the Carnegie Public Library at 7:00pm. Call 479-253-8754 for more information.

February 25
New Orleans Mardi Gras Indians in Concert at the AUD at 7pm – Tickets $17.50. 2nd Line procession immediately before the concert; assembles at the Library at 5pm.

Romantic Valentine Getaway

What makes us different? In a word, Privacy. All our suites and cottages feature outside entrances, sound-proofing and breakfast delivered to your door at your chosen time.  Enjoy all the convenience, privacy and luxury at Evening Shade Inn Bed and Breakfast that many B&B’s just can’t offer.

VALENTINE’S MONTH SPECIAL
Make Romance Last More Than A Day!

• Two Nights in a Private Honeymoon Cottage **
• A Dinner for Two at one of Eureka’s fine restaurants ($50 voucher)
• A Chilled Bottle of Champagne or Sparkling Cider in your room on arrival
• In-Room Full Breakfast each morning
• Desserts in your room each day

- $449 Valentine’s Weekend
- $399 Any days in February except Valentine’s Weekend (Feb 10 – 12)
**Substitute any of our suites at a reduced price. Call for details.
- Add a third night to either package for $150
No other discounts apply, All Prices Plus Tax

Call Today!