Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

April and May, 2007

It's spring in the Ozarks and Eureka Springs is buzzing!  The music shows and
restaurants that closed for the winter have re-opened.  The
Great Passion play resumes the last Friday in April and The War Eagle Craft Fair is the first weekend in May.  The
entire month of May is art month in Eureka Springs with many art exhibitions and
activities to enjoy...

~ Spring In the Ozarks~
2 nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn or Sabrina)
A Full Breakfast delivered to your suite
Afternoon Desserts in your suite
Two Tickets to a Music Show
Two All-Day Trolley Passes
$370.00 plus tax (Good Sunday thru Thursday until March 29, 2007)
Upgrade to a private cottage for only $80.00 more!
*Subject to availability, No other discounts apply. Good thru 4/29/2007

RECIPES

TUXEDO BROWNIE TORTE
Served chilled, this is a cool, delicious treat.

Brownie
1    (21.5oz) pkg Pillsbury Fudge Brownie Mix
½    cup water
½    cup oil
1    egg

Filling
1    (10oz) pkg frozen raspberries, thawed
1    tablespoon sugar
1    tablespoon cornstarch
1    cup fresh raspberries or frozen raspberries, thawed and drained, reserve 3 for garnish

Topping
1    (8oz) pkg cream cheese, softened
1/3    cup powdered sugar
2    tablespoons white cream de cocoa, if desired
1    cup vanilla milk chips, melted
1    cup whipping cream, whipped

Garnish
1    tablespoon grated semi-sweet chocolate
3    whole fresh or frozen raspberries, if desired
3    mint leaves, if desired

Heat oven to 350°f.  Grease bottom and sides of 9 or 10 inch springform pan.  In large bowl, combine all brownie ingredients.  Beat 50 strokes by hand.  Spread batter in greased pan.

Bake at 350°f for 38 to 45 minutes or until center is set.  Cool 30 minutes.  Run knife around sides of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan.  Cool completely.
Place thawed raspberries in syrup in blender container or food processor bowl with metal blade.  Cover, process until pureed.  Strain to remove seeds.  In small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch.  Gradually add raspberry puree; mix well.  Bring to a boil; cook until mixture is clear, stirring contstantly.  Cool 5 minutes.  Spread over brownie layer to within ½ inch of edges.  Arrange 1 cup fresh raspberries evenly over raspberry mixture; refrigerate.

In medium bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar and crème de cocoa; beat until smooth.  Add melted vanilla chips; beat until smooth.  Fold in whipped cream.  Cover; refrigerate for 45 minutes.

Stir topping mixture until smooth.  Spread 1 ½ cups of the topping over raspberries.  Pipe or spoon on remaining topping.  Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm.  Sprinkle grated chocolate in 1 inch border around outside edge of torte.  Garnish center with 3 whole raspberries and 3 mint leaves.  Store in refrigerator, serve chilled.  16 servings.  (Strawberries can be substituted for raspberries.)


APRIL EVENTS in Eureka Springs
We've tried to be brief, but the event list is very long.  Call or email for more information.

Eureka House Concerts
Wednesday, April 4th, 2007 "REX FOSTER is one of my heroes" - Steve Earle "Rex's songs are really refreshing; I feel like he and I are kindred spirits" - Townes Van Zandt "Where can I get Rex's CD?" - Bob Dylan "REX FOSTER sings from his gut, his heart and his soul. Ain't that what music is all about?? - Dana Cooper Come see (and hear) for yourself. Wednesday April 4. Doors open at 7, music starts at 7:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of great music in a smoke-free, intimate setting at 17 Elk Street in the Unitarian Church. www.eurekahouseconcerts.com

Easter Sunday Service
Sunday, April 8th, 2007 Easter Sunday Service at The Great Passion Play. For more information call 800-882-7529 or visit www.greatpassionplay.com

UFO Conference
Friday, April 13rd, 2007 - Sunday, April 15th, 2007 Annual UFO Conference at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. For more information call Lucius Farish at 501-354-2558, visit www.ozarkufo.com or email ozarkufo@webtv.com

8th Annual Bike Show
Saturday, April 14th, 2007 8th Annual Eureka Springs Bike Show. Swap Meet & Tattoo Contest. Presented by 13 Rebels MC. & Dist. 8 Abate. To be held at the Victoria Inn. Hwy 62, Eureka Springs AR. (Across from Passion Play Road) Gates Open 10:00 am. Admission $5.00. Under 12 Free. No Pets. For vendor information, contact: "Sleepy" [870] 545-3418. Other information, contact: Hess [870] 743-2317. Email- chico37reb@yahoo.com

Springtime in the Ozarks
Thursday, April 19th, 2007 - Sunday, April 22nd, 2007 31'st annual Springtime in the Ozarks. AA Convention at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. For more information visit http://hp-h.com/p/arkansasaa/springtime.htm

Carving in the Ozarks
Friday, April 20th, 2007 - Saturday, April 21st, 2007 3rd Annual Carving in the Ozarks Festival. Watch chainsaw carvers in action! For more information contact David Blankenship at 479-253-2080, Leigh Spargur at 479-253-9100, Carl Ennis at 479-253-8766 or visit www.carvingintheozarks.com

Mustang and Cruisers Show
Saturday, April 21st, 2007 - Sunday, April 22nd, 2007 13th Annual All Mustang and 18th nnul Carroll County Cruisers Open Show at Pine Mountain Village. For more information call Annie Stricherz at 479-253-8563

Ozarks Chorale
Sunday, April 22nd, 2007 Ozarks Chorale Spring Concert at The Auditorium. For more information call 888-855-7823, visit www.theaud.org or visit www.eurekasprings.org

Ride Rally Ride
Tuesday, April 24th, 2007 - Saturday, April 28th, 2007 The Eureka Springs "Ride Rally Ride". Five days, five different routes, one dinner. Just riding motorcycles through some of the most beautiful countryside in the state. For more information call Bryan Sumpter at 800-870-2529 or email edelweissinn@sbcglobal.net

The Great Passion Play
Friday, April 27th, 2007 - Saturday, October 27th, 2007 39th Annual Season of The Great Passion Play. For more information or reservations call 800-882-7529 or visit www.greatpassionplay.com Please note the Great Passion Play performs every night except Sunday and Wednesday. Special performances are scheduled during holiday weekends. Curtain time changes after Labor Day.

Clogging in the Natural State
Friday, April 27th, 2007 - Sunday, April 29th, 2007 5th Annual "Clogging in the Natural State" workshops, demonstrations and performances at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center.For additional information, please contact Kathey Wilson 870-243-8113.

For more information about February events, view the Eureka Springs Events Calendar


MAY EVENTS in Eureka Springs
We've tried to be brief, but the event list is very long.  Call or email for more information.

Eureka House Concerts
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007 "Tracy's pure voice conveys the simple truths of the songs, her gifts as a musician are like that of a painter who is a master of chiaroscuro, offering light and shadow at every turn." - Mary Chapin Carpenter. TRACY GRAMMER performs at 7:30 pm at 17 Elk Street in the Unitarian Church. Doors open at 7. Come enjoy an evening of great music in a smoke-free, intimate setting. www.eurekahouseconcerts.com

War Eagle Craft Fair
May 4, 5, 6, 2007 The Ozarks #1 Arts and Crafts Fair.  A major reason is to have a chance to buy from the year's work of a favorite Ozark artist or craftsman. Others come early to insure a full day's shopping among the more than 300 exhibitors. Gates open at 8 a.m. each day and close at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.

May Festival of the Arts
May, 2007 Events and activities every day, every week during the month of May celebrating arts in all its forms. The theme for the 2007 Festival is "Garden Party." This theme will be used for ARTragious Parage entries and Yard Art entries as well as other events to be announced.  Gallery walks, concerts, dances, artist receptions, parade, contests, workshops and demonstrations. Something for kids of all ages. Including the return of the very popular Spring Art and Yard Art. www.mayfestivalofthearts.com

Bench Art:--Installation of new benches: April 29. Spring Art:--Winner Announced: May 5 at Basin Spring Park. Yard Art:--Installation: April 23-28 Parade:--Event: May 5 4:00 pm

SUNDAY May 1 10:00am-3:00pm ART IN THE PARK

FRIDAY May 11 10:00AM-6:00PM ART IN THE PARK 7:30-9:00pm ARTRAVE/$15

SATURDAY May 12 10:00am-6:00pm ART IN THE PARK 6:00-9:00pm ARTIST RECEPTIONS/GALLERY WALK

FRIDAY May 18 4:00-10:00pm WHITE STREET STUDIO WALK White Street/Upper Loop

SAT MAY 19 6:00-9:00pm ARTIST RECEPTIONS/GALLERY WALK ART AWAKENING OPEN/$5 ADMISSION

SATURDAY May 28 6:00-9:00pm ARTIST RECEPTIONS/GALLERY WALK
 
Randy Newman Friday, May 4th, 2007 Randy Newman - One show only. 8:30 pm at THE Auditorium. 479-253-2586 or 888-855-7823 for ticket info and purchase. $48.00/person

7th Annual NWA PT Cruiser Event
Friday, May 4th, 2007 - Sunday, May 6th, 2007 Schedule of Events: -Friday: Noon-5:00 pm. Registration will begin at Pine Mountain Village. -Saturday: 8:00 am. Registration continues. -Sunday: Breakfast and Awards presentation. Goody bags, games, wipeout board, Best Mardi Gras Car Decor, Mr. PT Contest, door prizes, raffles. Prizes for: Farthest away, People's Choice, Oldest Original PT. Neon Lite Parade, Neon PEOPLE Parade, Eureka Springs ARTrageous Parade. T-shirts, regular Trolley stops, Poker Run, much, much more.

Turpentine Creek Arts & Crafts Fair
Friday, May 4th, 2007 - Sunday, May 6th, 2007 Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Arts & Crafts Fair. For more information contact Clif Jackson at 479-253-3790 or visit www.turpentinecreek.org or email clif@turpentinecreek.org

2nd Annual Art Car Weekend
Friday, May 4th, 2007 - Sunday, May 6th, 2007 Schedule of Events Friday, May 4th: 12:00-1:00 p.m.-Rally at the Eureka Springs Elementary School 1:00-2:00 p.m.-Rally at the Eureka Springs Rehab Center 5:00 p.m.-Announcement of Winner of Model Art Car Decorating Contest at Harmonic Bizaar 2:00-6:00 p.m.-Public Meet & Greet at the GRAND "and this time I'm not kidding" OPENING of Ranaga's Celestial Windz Harmonic Bizaar "Home of the World's Largest Tuned Musical Windchime". (Live Music) Finger food & light refreshments. Saturday, May 5th: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.-Interactive Public Display in Auditorium Parking Lot 4 p.m.-6:00 p.m.-ARTrageous Parade (MAIN EVENT) and award's ceremony in Basin Park 6:00-9:00 p.m.-ARTrageous ART CAR BALL-ARTrageous Costumes, Music and Dancing (Hillbilly, jazz, polka, reggae, rock, klezmer music by the notorious Garbonzo's of Springfield, Mo.) Sunday, May 6th: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.-Public Meet & Greet at Eureka's Sunday Market-Downtown 4:00-5:00 p.m.-Rally through the Historic District to the Grand Send Off at the Harmonic Bizaar

4th Annual PSNWA Photo Symposium
Saturday, May 5th, 2007 - Sunday, May 6th, 2007 The PSNWA Photography Symposium provides you with a great photographic opportunity without breaking the bank. Whether you are just starting out or a professional photographer, the PSNWA Symposium enables you to improve your photography with educational workshops and creative sessions in both studio and unique settings around historic Eureka Springs Arkansas. NOTICE: PSNWA is a Non-Profit organization. This Symposium is a non-profit event. Total Participation in the Symposium is limited to only cover the cost of the Symposium. As such, refunds are not possible after registration in the Symposium. Please do not hesitate to contact the PSNWA Event Committee with any special requests or questions. photosociety@psnwa.org  www.psnwa.org

Garden Club Plant Sale
Saturday, May 12nd, 2007 Annual Garden Club Plant Sale in the parking lot of the Eureka Springs High School. Rain date is May 19. For more information call 479-253-9021 or email vannancy@arkansas.net.

Sunday Market
Sunday, May 13rd, 2007 Join us in downtown Eureka Springs every Sunday through October 9 for the SUNDAY MARKET. It's a flea market, it's farm fresh vegetables, it's flowers and plants, arts and crafts, it's collectibles and musicians, it's furnishings and antiques! Yes, it's EVERYTHING!! Every Sunday from 9AM until 4PM until October 9. For information, please call 888-855-7823. For Sunday Market participation, please call 479-363-9528.

Bobbin Lace Workshop & Exhibit
Tuesday, May 15th, 2007 Bobbin Lace Workshop & Exhibit, 11am-3pm. For more information contact Ginni at 479-253-9417 or email director@eshm.org.

Culinary Class
Friday, May 18th, 2007 - Saturday, May 19th, 2007 Karen Gros provides regular culinary classes in her Provençal-style home, featuring locally-grown seasonal menus. She is available as a personal chef for private dinners or cooking parties, as well as cooking events such as Corporate Culinary Team Building. Karen also lectures on the subject of cooking with fresh and dried herbs, as well as the making of stocks and sauces. Karen is now sharing her love of France by taking small groups on food-based tours to Paris. Friday, May 18th, 2007; 10:00a-1:00pm or Saturday, May 19th, 2007; 10:00a-1:00pm Menu items include: Garden fresh pea soup with crème fraîche Spinach, mushroom & gruyère tart with Roasted red pepper sauce Tuition for this demonstration only class is $25-$28 per person.  www.cuisinekaren.com

White Street Studio Walk
Friday, May 18th, 2007 4-10PM. This annual event has turned into a much anticipated evening. Artists up and down White Street open their homes and studios for show and sale of their work. A street fair-like atmosphere for locals, visitors, young and young at heart.

Eureka Springs Blues Festival
Thursday, May 31st, 2007 - Sunday, June 3rd, 2007 Local, regional and national blues talent at venues all over town and in THE Auditorium. Headliners not yet announced. Please visit www.eurekaspringsbluesfestival.com and www.theaud.org for additional information as it becomes available.

For more information  about March events, view the Eureka Springs Event Calendar

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