Some people wait all year for August to roll around in Eureka Springs for the city-wide yardsale, the Annual Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival and the Annual VW Weekend. Don’t forget the Gallery Stroll, the Talent Contest at the Pine Mountain Jamboree and more! And don’t forget there’s free music every Saturday and Sunday in Basin Spring Park.

August – Time for one last getaway before the kids go back to school! Traditionally, this is a slower period for us so we’re offering a great weekday special, so don’t wait too long to take advantage.
Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today!

SPECIAL

Unwind On A Budget
Yes, You Deserve A Getaway

* Stay Two Nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn or Sabrina)
* Enjoy a Full Breakfast in your room each morning
* Homemade Desserts in your room each afternoon
* A Dinner for Two at one of Eureka’s Fine Restaurants ($50 voucher)
* Two Tickets to a Music Show
* $379.00 plus tax Weekends
* $349.00 plus tax Monday thru Thursday

Exchange Music Show Tickets for a One-Hour Couple’s Massage for only $79 extra!
No other discounts apply

RECIPE

SAUSAGE HASHBROWN CASSEROLE

1 lb ground sausage, divided
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10 3/4 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 container (8 oz) container of french onion dip
1 cup chopped onion (optional)
1/4 cup each red and green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
1 package (30 oz) frozen hash brown shredded potatoes, thawed

In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Drain well. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheese, chicken soup, sour cream, french onion dip, chopped onion, bell peppers, salt and pepper. Fold in thawed hash brown potatoes. Reserve about 1/2 cup cooked sausage and combine remainder with hash brown mixture. Spread mixture in a 9×13 greased baking dish. Top with remaining sausage. Bake at 350 degrees for about one hour or until casserole is golden brown. Cool about 10 minutes before serving.

AUGUST EVENTS IN EUREKA SPRINGS
FREE Music every Saturday from 1pm-5pm and every Sunday from 11am-3pm in Basin Spring Park

August 6-7
16th Annual Yards & Yards of Yard Sales. Bargains all around town. For more information call 800-6EUREKA

August 13-15
The Gospel of Amazement facilitated by Michael Card. This retreat is based upon Michael Card’s study of Hesed, the defining characteristic of God, in the Old Testment: ‘Radical Reversal’ is rooted in hesed and central to Luke’s presentation of the gospel. For more information contact Little Portion Retreat Center at 479-253-7379

August 14
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679.

August 19
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

August 19-22
8th Annual Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival. Local, regional and national talent performing bluegrass all around town. Festival includes workshops, band contest and a lot of pickin’. For more information, call 479.253.2586

August 21
Colgate Country Showdown National Talent Contest at 2:00 p.m. at the Pine Mountain Theater

August 27-29 17th Annual VW Weekend at the Inn of the Ozarks. For more information call Dave Heilmann at 479-253-9768

August 28-Sept 4
Carroll County Fair at the Carroll County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21 N. Berryville, AR. For more information contact Becky Harp at 870-438-7255.

September
FREE Music every Saturday from 1pm-5pm and every Sunday from 11am-3pm in Basin Spring Park

September 1
FREE Banjo Rally at Bear Mountain Log Cabins. Bring your own banjo and join in the fun, or just come and listen. For more information call 800-805-8005 or 479-253-6185.

September 10 & 11
40th Annual Eureka Springs Antique Automobile Festival. Hundreds of vintage classics compete for prizes and trophies. Includes show with parade. For more information call 800-6EUREKA

September 11
The 1922 Bank Robbery Re-enactment after the antique car parade; the first time an automobile was used as getaway vehicle in a bank robbery.

September 10-12
Wood Carvers Jamboree. Show hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and 10:00am to 3:00pm on Sunday at Pine Mountain Village. For more info call Bill at 918-251-8734.

September 11
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679

September 15-18
Scooting the Ozarks will be at the Travelers Inn. Self-guided & guided rides. Poker Run, Vendors & more. This event is open to all Scooter riders, from Mopeds to Maxi’s. For more information call 715-574-7099

September 16
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

September 17-19
Citywide Sidewalk Sale. Bargains all over town and special prizes just for shopping!

September 19-25
Plein Air Painting Festival. Eureka Springs is a natural venue for plein air painting and instruction. Join us for the first ever Plein Air Festival in beautiful Eureka Springs. For more information contact Steve Schmidt at 479-981-0573

September 24-26
5th Annual ADVENTURE INTO ART Eureka Springs Artists Studio Tour. Artists Studios open to the public. This is a free self-guided tour.

September 30-October 3
20th Annual Corvette Weekend. For more information call 417-862-7232

If you have questions or need more information about any of these events, email or call us toll-free.

Clark and Donna

Summer is really here, but at least the weather has been cooler the last few days, making outdoor activities more enjoyable. Some things going on in July are the Second Saturday Gallery Stroll, Fat Tire Festival and Opera in the Ozarks will be playing until July 17th, so don’t miss your chance to catch a fantastic performance this year. There will also be an art display at the AUD for the final performance.
We’ve added a few new summer dessert recipes to make your stay with us even better. A light, cool dessert is so refreshing after a day out shopping or sightseeing. The Oreo Cookie Dessert is so good – you have to try it!

Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. We still have vacancies for July, so take advantage of a great Summer Getaway. Reserve your dates today!

SPECIAL

Unwind On A Budget
Yes, You Deserve A Getaway

* Stay Two Nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn or Sabrina)
* Enjoy a Full Breakfast in your room each morning
* Homemade Desserts in your room each afternoon
* A Dinner for Two at one of Eureka’s Fine Restaurants ($50 voucher)
* Two Tickets to a Music Show
* $379.00 plus tax
* Exchange Music Show Tickets for a One-Hour Couple’s Massage for only $79 extra!
Good Thru July, 2010
No other discounts apply

RECIPE

Oreo Cookie Dessert Recipe
* 1 (18 ounce) package Oreo cookies, divided, crushed (save 3/4 cup)
* 1/2-1 cup butter or margarine, melted
* 16 ounces Cool Whip, divided
* 8 ounces cream cheese
* 1/4 cup powdered sugar
* 1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant chocolate pudding mix
* 2 cups milk (3.4 ounce)
* 1 (14 ounce) can eagle brand sweetened condensed milk

1. Pour crushed cookies in 9×13 glass dish.
2. Melt butter, pour over cookies.
3. Mix 1/2 of the cool whip, cream cheese and powdered sugar, spread on top.
4. Mix pudding with milk and sweetened condensed milk; beat until thick, spread on top.
5. Spread on other 8 oz Cool Whip.
6. Sprinkle with leftover cookies.
7. Refrigerate over night.

15 min | 15 min prep
SERVES 6 -8

JULY EVENTS IN EUREKA SPRINGS
July
FREE Music every Saturday from 1pm-5pm and every Sunday from 11am-3pm in Basin Spring Park

July 4
Independence Day Fireworks celebration at Turpentine Creek. For more information call Clif Jackson at 479-253-3790

July 5-9
ESSA Session Six-Youth Session: For Ages 11-17 Classes 9am-4pm. Comic Book Art with K. Michael Crawford; Painting with Carol Peacock; Beginning Sewing-Making a Lap Quilt with Suzanne Tourtelot; Fun with Clay with Sally Gorrell & Donna Doss; Stained Glass with Mike Gibson. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 7
John Michael Talbot benefit concert at the Auditorium. Benefit is for the “Green” Monestary at Little Portion. For more information contact Rachel at 479-253-8909.

July 9-11
Inner Hermit facilitated by John Michael Talbot. This retreat is based the new book being written by John Michael. “The World is My Cloister – the journey of the hermit within” describes the care and feeding of the solitary within each of us, known only to God — An opportunity to change your life with guidance from a spiritual friend. For more information contact Little Portion Retreat Center at 479-253-7379

July 10
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679

July 12-16
ESSA Session Seven: Right Brain/Left Brain with Peggy Kjelgaard; The Wisdom of the Hands with Doug Stowe; Shaman Doll Making with Valerie Damon. For more information call 479-253-5384

July 15
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

July 15 & 16
ESSA Session Seven (continued): Stained Glass/Mike Gibson. For more information call 479-253-5384

July 16-18
12th Annual Eureka Springs Fat Tire Festival Mountain Bike Festival. Competitive and non-competitive cycling events. Cross country, downhill, short track, observed trials, bike parade, film fest and fun rides. Largest event of its kind in the central United States. Cash and prizes. Great fun for the whole family. For more information contact David Renko at 479-363-6146

July 17th
Opera in the Ozarks 60th Anniversary performance in the Auditorium. For more information call 479.253.2586

July 19-23
ESSA Session Eight: Acrylic/Oil Painting with Jody Stephenson; Wood Working with T.J. Brown; Metal Memory Boxes with Mary Springer. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 23-25
Reflections of St. Francis facilitated by John Michael Talbot. John Michael Talbot’s new based on his new book by this title offers an accessible entrance into the Rule and Testment of St. Francis, sheds light on Francis as a saint, a founder, and a reformer, and provides unique observations as a source of inspiration for all states of life today. For more information call 479-253-7370

July 26-30
ESSA Session Nine: Watercolor with Richard Stephens; Hand-Built Clay Forms with Terry Russell; Beginning to Intermediate Enameling with L.J. Smole; Wood Turning with Kip Powers. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 28-Aug 1
5th Annual Renagade Rally for Cruiser Scooters. For more information contact Jane at 316-708-4159
AUGUST EVENTS IN EUREKA SPRINGS
FREE Music every Saturday from 1pm-5pm and every Sunday from 11am-3pm in Basin Spring Park

August 2-6
ESSA Session Ten: Bookmaking with Dolph Smith. For more information call 479-253-5384.

August 5-7
ESSA Session Ten: Advanced Basket Weaving with Leon Niehues. For more information call 479-253-5384.

August 6-8
Inner Hermit facilitated by John Michael Talbot. This retreat is based the new book being written by John Michael. “The World is My Cloister – the journey of the hermit within” describes the care and feeding of the solitary within each of us, known only to God — An opportunity to change your life with guidance from a spiritual friend. For more information contact Little Portion Retreat Center at 479-253-7379

August 6-7
16th Annual Yards & Yards of Yard Sales. Bargains all around town. For more information call 800-6EUREKA

August 13-15
The Gospel of Amazement facilitated by Michael Card. This retreat is based upon Michael Card’s study of Hesed, the defining characteristic of God, in the Old Testment: ‘Radical Reversal’ is rooted in hesed and central to Luke’s presentation of the gospel. For more information contact Little Portion Retreat Center at 479-253-7379

August 14
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679.

August 13-15
2010 Luke, the Gospel of Amazement Retreat with Michael Card. This retreat is based upon Michael Card’s study of Hesed, the defining characteristic of God, in the Old Testment: ‘Radical Reversal’ is rooted in hesed and central to Luke’s presentation of the gospel. For more information call 479-253-7370

August 19
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

August 19-22
8th Annual Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival. Local, regional and national talent performing bluegrass all around town. Festival includes workshops, band contest and a lot of pickin’. For more information, call 479.253.2586
August 21
Colgate Country Showdown National Talent Contest at 2:00 p.m. at the Pine Mountain Theater

August 27-29 17th Annual VW Weekend at the Inn of the Ozarks. For more information call Dave Heilmann at 479-253-9768

August 28-Sept 4
Carroll County Fair at the Carroll County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21 N. Berryville, AR. For more information contact Becky Harp at 870-438-7255.

The effectiveness of training received at Inspiration Point has been demonstrated many times over by the successes by alumni in their opera careers. Several are internationally famous. At least eight are or have been with the New York Metropolitan Opera company. Many others are with famous opera companies in Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, Houston, Switzerland, and Germany.

Inspiration Point continues to grow and flourish. What began in 1950 as a summer music camp, has evolved into a mecca where university students and graduates in Voice, Instrumental Music, and related arts come to prepare for professional careers, a place where opportunity, music, artist and audience meld with the beauty and splendor of the Ozark Mountains. Beginning in 1993, the strong focus on opera led to a company name, OPERA IN THE OZARKS at INSPIRATION POINT.

One of the outstanding features of the program is that every participant is afforded an opportunity to perform in fully produced operas, an evening scenes program or an educational outreach program taken to the several areas in Northwest Arkansas. Four weeks of rehearsal and four weeks of performances are under the supervision of a professional staff. Opera in the Ozarks is located seven miles west of Eureka Springs,Arkansas, on scenice Route 62. One of the most picturesque spots in the south central U.S., Inspiration Point is a look-out site situated atop Candy Rock Mountain between the beautifulWhite River Valley and Beaver Lake.

Enjoy a stay at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast and catch a rousing performance at Opera In The Ozarks. Hurry, performances only last four weeks per year and run June 18th through July 17th.

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
June, 2010

Whew! May is over and summer is here. Everything is so green and lush right now because of all the spring rain. Donna and I have found a little time to get out enjoy the scenery lately on the bike. The riding here is fantastic. June looks to be a busy month in Eureka Springs with lots of things to do. Here’s just some of the things going on in June – a art gallery stroll, a car show, Opera in the Ozarks, the Xterra Outdoor Triathlon, Carnegie Library 100th Celebration and much more. And don’t forget,Blues Weekend is this coming weekend and there will be lots of music all over town to enjoy.

There’s always something going on in Eureka Springs. Weekends in June are really filling up, so we put together a Mid-Week Special so you can take advantage of the less-busy time during the week. Reserve your dates today!

Mid-Week Getaway Special
Yes, You Deserve A Getaway

• Stay Two Nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn or Sabrina)
• Enjoy a Full Breakfast in your room each morning
• Homemade Desserts in your room each afternoon
• Includes your choice of -
  • A $50 Dinner Voucher or,
  • 2 Passion Play Tickets
• $299.00 plus tax (June Only)

No other discounts apply

PRALINE PECAN CHEESECAKE

Crust:
1 pkg. Pillsbury Plus butter recipe cake mix
1/2 c. softened butter
(Reserve 1 cup of crust mixture for topping)

Filling:
3 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/3 c. sugar
1 to 1 1/2 tsp. rum extract
4 (1.2 oz.) toffee candy bars, coarsely crushed
3 tbsp. flour
3 eggs

Topping:
1 c. reserved crust mixture
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1 c. chopped pecans

Garnish:
1/3 c. caramel ice cream topping

Heat oven to 325 degrees. Combine cake mix and butter in large bowl, mixing at low speed until crumbly. Set aside 1 cup of mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture in bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of ungreased 9 or 10 inch springform pan.

In same bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, flour, and rum extract; beat until smooth. Add eggs and mix well. Stir in crushed candy bars and pour into crust lined pan. In small bowl combine reserved crumb mixture, brown sugar, and pecans; blend well. Sprinkle evenly over filling.

Bake at 325 degrees for 70-85 minutes or until center is set and topping is golden brown. Remove from oven and drizzle caramel topping over top. Bake for 8-10 minutes more to set topping. Cool 30 minutes.

Run knife around sides of pan to loosen. Cool completely. Remove sides of pan and refrigerate 4-5 hours or overnight. Store in refrigerator. 16 serving.

June 3-6
Eureka Springs Blues Weekend. Blues Artists at the Auditorium and various venues around town. Please visit www.eurekaspringsblues.com for more information on artists and showtimes.

June 4-6
Come to the Quiet facilitated by John Michael Talbot. A world-famous musician and traveler who has touched millions with his hauntingly beautiful, meditative music, John Michael Talbot brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to this important subject. You are invited to join him in the deeper places where one finds peace and becomes a source of peace for others. For more information call 479-253-7370

June 4-6
Kustom Kemps modified street cars at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks.

June 7-11
ESSA Session Two: Plein Aire Painting with David Tripp; Digital Photography with Mike Haley; Colored Clay Tiles with Susan Siegele; Beginning Hot Glass with Ed Pennebaker. For more information call 479-253-5384.

June 11-13
9th annual “Miatas at Eureka”. Participants from around the country come and join us is the enjoyment of the wonderful driving that is abundant in the Ozark mountains around Eureka Springs.

June 12 (tentative)
5th Annual XTERRA Eureka Springs — Off-Road Triathlon and Trail Run. The XTERRA Eureka Springs Off-Road Triathlon and Trail Run is part of the XTERRA America Tour. The triathlon will consist of a 0.5-mile swim, 13-mile mountain bike and a 5-mile trail run. The trail running race is 3.5 miles. Come for the race — stay for the charm and beauty of Eureka Springs.

June 12
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679

June 13
Happy 100th Birthday, Eureka Springs Carnegie Public Library! Join us in celebrating 100 years of service. An all-day party at the Library, 194 Spring Street. For further information: 479-253-8754

June 14-18
ESSA Session Three: Painting Flowers/Marlene Gremillion; Off Loom Weaving with Eleanor Lux;; Clay Sound Sculptures with Laurie Spencer. For more information call 479-253-5384.

June 17
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

June 18-July 17
60th Anniversary of Opera in the Ozarks, located at 16311 Hwy. 62 W. This opera season is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the finest. All seats reserved. For more information call 479-253-8595

June 18 & 19
Eureka Springs Quilters Quilt show at Faith Christian Church 9am-4pm.

June 18-20
12th Annual Native American Festival & Pow-Wow. Located at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, 7 miles south on Scenic Hwy. 23 S. For more information call Clif Jackson at 479-253-3790

June 21-25
ESSA Session Four: Art Doll Making with Rebecca Middleton; Metal Sculpture with Wayne Summerhill; Intermediate Jewelry with Lyla Allison. For more information call 479-253-5384.

June 21-23
“In Search of the Lord’s Way” 5th Annual Summer Meeting at the Pine Mountain Theater

June 25-27
Reflections of St. Francis facilitated by John Michael Talbot. John Michael Talbot’s new based on his new book by this title offers an accessible entrance into the Rule and Testment of St. Francis, sheds light on Francis as a saint, a founder, and a reformer, and provides unique observations as a source of inspiration for all states of life today. For more information call 479-253-7370

June 28-July 2
ESSA Session Five: Oil Painting with Carol Peacock; Paper Sculpture with Leandra Spangler; Designing Hand Knits with Bo Breda; Advanced Wax Casting & Stone Setting with Jon Philippi; Wood Sculpture with Jim Nelson. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 4
Independence Day Fireworks celebration at Turpentine Creek. For more information call Clif Jackson at 479-253-3790

July 5-9
ESSA Session Six-Youth Session: For Ages 11-17 Classes 9am-4pm. Comic Book Art with K. Michael Crawford; Painting with Carol Peacock; Beginning Sewing-Making a Lap Quilt with Suzanne Tourtelot; Fun with Clay with Sally Gorrell & Donna Doss; Stained Glass with Mike Gibson. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 7
John Michael Talbot benefit concert at the Auditorium. Benefit is for the “Green” Monestary at Little Portion. For more information contact Rachel at 479-253-8909.

July 9-11
Inner Hermit facilitated by John Michael Talbot. This retreat is based the new book being written by John Michael. “The World is My Cloister – the journey of the hermit within” describes the care and feeding of the solitary within each of us, known only to God — An opportunity to change your life with guidance from a spiritual friend. For more information contact Little Portion Retreat Center at 479-253-7379

July 10
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679

July 12-16
ESSA Session Seven: Right Brain/Left Brain with Peggy Kjelgaard; The Wisdom of the Hands with Doug Stowe; Shaman Doll Making with Valerie Damon. For more information call 479-253-5384

July 15
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

July 15 & 16
ESSA Session Seven (continued): Stained Glass/Mike Gibson. For more information call 479-253-5384

July 16-18
12th Annual Eureka Springs Fat Tire Festival Mountain Bike Festival. Competitive and non-competitive cycling events. Cross country, downhill, short track, observed trials, bike parade, film fest and fun rides. Largest event of its kind in the central United States. Cash and prizes. Great fun for the whole family. For more information contact David Renko at 479-363-6146

July 17th
Opera in the Ozarks 60th Anniversary performance in the Auditorium. For more information call 479.253.2586

July 19-23
ESSA Session Eight: Acrylic/Oil Painting with Jody Stephenson; Wood Working with T.J. Brown; Metal Memory Boxes with Mary Springer. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 23-25
Reflections of St. Francis facilitated by John Michael Talbot. John Michael Talbot’s new based on his new book by this title offers an accessible entrance into the Rule and Testment of St. Francis, sheds light on Francis as a saint, a founder, and a reformer, and provides unique observations as a source of inspiration for all states of life today. For more information call 479-253-7370

July 26-30
ESSA Session Nine: Watercolor with Richard Stephens; Hand-Built Clay Forms with Terry Russell; Beginning to Intermediate Enameling with L.J. Smole; Wood Turning with Kip Powers. For more information call 479-253-5384.

July 28-Aug 1
5th Annual Renagade Rally for Cruiser Scooters. For more information contact Jane at 316-708-4159

Yes, underground tunnels run below the street adjacent to several buildings in town. These tunnels were known to locals but were never open to the public before. A little history about the tunnels – although rumors say they were used for secretive entrance and exit by gangsters and others to gambling dens and houses of ill repute, their real reasons for existence were very practical.

Main street actually runs parallel to Leatherwood Creek and in the early years of Eureka Springs Main Street was known as Mud Street because rains would make the creek overflow into the street, flooding buildings and generally making a muddy mess. Because of this, the street was elevated, leaving the first floor of existing buildings below street level. Victorian-era fire codes required that basements and floors below ground level had an emergency exit since fires from wood and coal heating were common. Another reason for the tunnels was that it was impractical to pile dirt directly against the buildings to raise the street since windows and doors were facing the street on many buildings.  The tunnels then performed dual functions of holding back the fill dirt from the buildings and offering a below-ground fire escape! As heating appliances became more modern and safe, the tunnels were unused for many years and sealed off in places for various reasons.

Portions of the remaining tunnels are available for public tour. Tours begin at Basin Spring Park  on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $12 per adult and are available 1 hour prior to the tour at the kiosk in the park or at the Chamber of Commerce.

Local News Report Video from 40/29

Underground Eureka Website

Contests include ‘Best Decorate House’, ‘Best Decorated Business’ and a Photography competition with over a thousand dollars in cash and many other great prizes up for grabs.

The Eureka Springs Grand Illumination lasts through May 16th,  and is only one of the events that are part of the May Festival of Art in Eureka Springs. Come visit us at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast and enjoy all our extraordinary escape has to offer.

Performed using live animals, historically accurate sets and costumes, and features state-of-the art sound and lighting effects and original music in a dramatic two-hour presentation of the last week in the incarnation of Jesus of Nazareth.

There’s much more to do at the Great Passion Play. Visit the Bible Museum, the Tabernacle, the Christ of the Ozarks Statue, The Living Bible Tour, Sacred Arts Exhibit, the Berlin Wall and the Little Church in the Grove.  Enjoy the Texans performance at the “Top of the Mountain” Dinner Theatre starting at 5:00 pm for a hearty sit-down meal and gospel entertainment prior to the Play.

We offer several bed and breakfast packages in Eureka Springs that include tickets to the Great Passion Play. Come enjoy all there is to do in Eureka Springs, the extraordinary escape.

Lots of things going on in May in Eureka Springs. Outdoor Theatre in Harmon Park, Books In Bloom, ArtCars, a Parade, the War Eagle Craft Show and much, much more! The entire month of May is devoted to the Arts in Eureka Springs, with many events and exhibitions displaying a wide variety of fine art. A new event this year, the Grand Illumination, will decorate downtown buildings and Victorian homes with thousands of oriental lanterns May 13th thru 16th.The Great Passion Play will reopen for its 42nd annual season May 7th. Come see it again or for the first time and help support an Ozarks tradition.
There’s always something going on in Eureka Springs. Check out the list below and come join the fun! It’s not too early to call to reserve your dates. Plan that Special Getaway this year at Evening Shade Inn Bed and Breakfast.

SPECIAL

Unwind On A Budget
Yes, You Deserve A Getaway

* Stay Two Nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn or Sabrina)
* Enjoy a Full Breakfast in your room each morning
* Homemade Desserts in your room each afternoon
* A Dinner for Two at one of Eureka’s Fine Restaurants ($50 voucher)
* Two Tickets to a Music Show
* $379.00 plus tax
* Exchange Music Show Tickets for a One-Hour Couple’s Massage for only $79 extra!
No other discounts apply

RECIPE
Orange-Kissed Breakfast Bread Pudding
Ingredients
2 cans (13.9 oz each) Pillsbury® refrigerated orange flavor sweet rolls with icing (16 rolls)
2 cups half-and-half
2 whole eggs
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup Walnut Halves and Pieces, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup Butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions
1. Heat oven to 400°F. Spray large cookie sheet with No-Stick Cooking Spray. On cookie sheet,
place rolls 1 inch apart. Reserve icing. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet to
cooling rack. Cool completely, about 10 minutes.
2. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square pan with cooking spray. Using serrated knife, cut
rolls into 1/2- to 1-inch pieces; set aside.
3. In large bowl, mix 2 cups half-and-half, whole eggs, egg yolks, sugar and walnuts until well blended. Gently
stir in roll pieces. Spread in pan.
4. Bake at 350°F 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes clean and top is deep golden
brown. Cool 30 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat icing (from both containers), 1/4 cup half-and-half and butter over low
heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted. Stir in vanilla.
6. Cut warm bread pudding into 9 servings. Drizzle with sauce.

MAY EVENTS IN EUREKA SPRINGS
May
FREE Music every Saturday from 1pm-5pm and every Sunday from 11am-3pm in Basin Spring Park

May 1-31
The Eureka Springs Invitational Art Show. Exhibit featuring two and three-dimensional work craeted by som of Eureka Springs’ finest artest. Open daily from 10am-6pm in the Queen Anne’s Mansion Garden Level Gallery, Hwy 62 and 23N. Admission $2.00. For more information contact Ken Rundel at 866-947-4387

May 1-31
May Festival of the Arts. For more information, call 479.253.2586

May 7
Studio 62 is hosting the 5th Annual Art as Prayer Exhibition–an invitational show coinciding with the Eureka Springs May Festival of the Arts and the National Day of Prayer, all occurring during the month of May. The artists’ reception will be held from 5-8 p.m.

May 7-October 30
42nd Annual Season of The Great Passion Play. For more information or reservations call 800-882-7529

May 7-9
War Eagle Mill Antique Craft Show. Wide variety of crafts and food concessions. For more information call 479-789-5343

May 8
83 Spring Street Gallery celebrates artists that hale from Arkansas, including master glass carver Rick Isaacs, equestrian artist Allison Cantrell, and fine art skull artist Kate Barger. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. For more information call 479-253-8310.

May 8
Meet and greet artist Maureen Dailey from 6-9 p.m. at Eureka Thyme. Her glass sculpture is organic and one-of-a-kind. 479-363-9600.

May 8
Zark’s Fine Design Gallery presents the 12th Annual Group Invitational Theme Show – “Widgets, Gizmos, & Doohickies.” Show & Artists’ Reception 6-9 p.m. Over 30 area artists were invited to interpret this year’s theme. The show will be on display all day Saturday. Cast your vote for the “People’s Choice Award.” 479-253-2626.

May 8
PT Cruiser Show at Pine Mountain Village. Parade on Saturday at 9 pm. For more information call Anita Rook at 479-685-1522 or Tammie Runyan at 479-238-4979

May 8
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 9pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679

May 11
11th Annual Eureka Springs Bike Show & Swap meet and Tattoo Contest. All makes and models of Motorcycle. Gates Open 10:00 to 4:00 All entries in by 12:00 noon. Ozark Mountain Hoe Down, Hwy 62 Eureka Springs. Admission $5.00 under 12 FREE No Pets. For more information contact Hess at (870)743-2317

May 13, 14, 15 and 16
Eureka Springs’ Grand Illumination Patterned after the annual Martha’s Vineyard Grand Illuminations started in the 1800s. The Eureka Springs Grand Illumination will be held from May 13th through 16th Our town will be aglow with thousands of Oriental paper lanterns adorning downtown buildings and Victorian homes throughout town.

May 14 & 15
“Healing Waters” Womens Conference. For more information call 870-654-7405

May 15
Show and artists’ reception at Zark’s Fine Design Gallery featuring Michael Schwade: Contemporary Artifacts – copper, brass, and silver jewelry embellished with glass cabuchons. Michael’s distinctive designs are both contemporary and classical, having the appearance of adornments that could have just as easily been created in ancient times rather than today. 6-9 p.m. 479-253-2626.

May 15
Meet fine artist Diana Harvey at her reception from 6-8 p.m. at Eureka Thyme. Her oil paintings are well known both in Eureka Springs and nationally. In the past year, Diana has had work in four prestigious shows: Masterworks 2009, 18th Annual International Miniature Exhibition at Seaside Gallery, American Art in Miniature at Gilcrease, and 36th Annual International Miniature Show at the Leeper-Rattner Museum in Tarpon Springs, Florida. 479-363-9600.

May 15
Meet master duck decoy carver John Bundy at 83 Spring Street Gallery. John and his famous Bundy Ducks first appeared in Eureka Springs 25 years ago. He will be creating a special limited edition 25th anniversary duck that will only be available at this even. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. For more information go to www.83springstreet.com or call 479-253-8310.

May 15-31
Shakespeare in the Ozarks presents “The Comedy of Errors” by William Shakespeare. The story and language will be as Shakespeare wrote them; however, the production will transpose the action to Eureka Springs in its heyday – the turn of the 19th/20th centuries. Spread your blanket or unfold your lawn chair and enjoy the intimate ambiance created by the hills, trees, and rock outcroppings in the amphitheater of Eureka’s historic Harmon Park.

May 15
Studio 62 and the Eureka Springs Christian Writers Group present “Food For Thought” at the Lovin’ Oven. It’s an evening of pizza and pondering as the writers’ present materials on spirituality, life and love. And it’s free! Coffee and tea are included and the evenings events begin at 6 p.m.

May 16
6th Annual Books in Bloom Literary Festival. This is an annual event for adults and children featuring authors and book related professionals presented by the Carroll and Madison Public Library Foundation. For more information call 870-423-5300 or visit www.booksinbloom.org.

May 18-20
“Eureka Springs ARTCAR Get Together.” Part of the “Great MidWestern ARTCAR Tour of 2010.” Cruising, community outreach, meet and greet the art cartists. Sponsored by Eureka Springs ARTCARtists 2.0. For more info call or email Ranaga 479-981-3288, nagasan@sbcglobal.net or Ralph Wilson 479-981-6190

May 19
ARTCAR Parade, following the traditional route through historic downtown on Spring Street at 6 p.m.

May 20
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

May 21
White Street Walk. Historic White Street is the working address of several local artists who will welcome the public into their homes and studios to view their latest works. For more information, call 479.253.2586

May 22
Zark’s Fine Design Gallery presents a show & artist’s reception for renowned glass artisan Rollin Karg: Hot Glass & Cold Steel – blown glass and metal sculptures. Rollin Karg designs and creates small and massive sculptural pieces from molten glass, usually shaped in a freeform, asymmetrical manner. 6-9 p.m. 479-253-2626.

May 22
Mark and Eli Hopkins return to 83 Spring Street Gallery, unveiling the newest pieces in Mark’s one-of-a-kind collection, themed ‘Child’s Play’. Also, see Eli’s latest creations. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information call 479-253-8310.

May 22
Meet artists Ken and Sandy Starbird in a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. at Eureka Thyme. Ken’s ceramic creations continue to amaze and delight! Sandy’s fabric primal images are expanding our consciousness daily. These wonderful artisans are combining their talents in amazing ways. 479-363-9600.

May 22
63rd Annual Garden Club Plant Sale from 8am-3pm in the parking lot of the Eureka Springs High School. For more information call Mary at 479-253-7078.

May 22
Eureka Springs Garden Club’s Spring Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $20. For more info call 479-253-7078.

May 22
1st Annual Eureka Springs Garden Clubs’ Secret Garden Tour from 10am-3pm. For more information call Mary at 479-253-7078.

May 29
Eureka Thyme hosts an exhibit of the photography of the Beaver Bridge, a much-photographed landmark in the Eureka Springs area. See it through the eyes of photographers Randal Thompson, Dale Johnson, Stephen Shogren, Gerry Toler, and Jim Young. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 479-363-9600.

May 29
Zark’s Fine Design Gallery: Open House all day. 479-253-2626.

May 29-30
83 Spring Street Gallery hosts jewelry designer Betsy Stafford for a 2-day trunk show event. Using rare and unusual gemstones that are rated excellent or better, Betsy wraps each piece letting the stones be her guide. Saturday 10 a.m. – 8pm and Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information call 479-253-8310.

May 29
16th Annual Mustang Show. For more information call Jim Post at 479-253-2364 JUNE EVENTS IN EUREKA SPRINGS
June
FREE Music every Saturday from 1pm-5pm and every Sunday from 11am-3pm in Basin Spring Park

June 3-6
Eureka Springs Blues Weekend. Blues Artists at the Auditorium and various venues around town. Please visit www.eurekaspringsblues.com for more information on artists and showtimes.

June 4-6
Come to the Quiet facilitated by John Michael Talbot. A world-famous musician and traveler who has touched millions with his hauntingly beautiful, meditative music, John Michael Talbot brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to this important subject. You are invited to join him in the deeper places where one finds peace and becomes a source of peace for others. For more information call 479-253-7370 or email at retreatinfo@littleportion.org.

June 4-6
Kustom Kemps modified street cars at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks. For information visit www.kustomkempsofamerica.com.

June 7-11
ESSA Session Two: Plein Aire Painting with David Tripp; Digital Photography with Mike Haley; Colored Clay Tiles with Susan Siegele; Beginning Hot Glass with Ed Pennebaker. For more information call 479-253-5384.

June 11-13
9th annual “Miatas at Eureka”. Participants from around the country come and join us is the enjoyment of the wonderful driving that is abundant in the Ozark mountains around Eureka Springs. For more information visit www.miatasateureka.com or www.nwamiataclub.com.

June 12 (tentative)
5th Annual XTERRA Eureka Springs — Off-Road Triathlon and Trail Run. The XTERRA Eureka Springs Off-Road Triathlon and Trail Run is part of the XTERRA America Tour. The triathlon will consist of a 0.5-mile swim, 13-mile mountain bike and a 5-mile trail run. The trail running race is 3.5 miles. Come for the race — stay for the charm and beauty of Eureka Springs. Visit http://www.eurekaspringsoffroadtriathlon.com for more information.

June 12
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City’s art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly “Celebration of the Art of Eureka” 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679

June 13
Happy 100th Birthday, Eureka Springs Carnegie Public Library! Join us in celebrating 100 years of service. An all-day party at the Library, 194 Spring Street. For further information: 479-253-8754, info@eurekalibrary.org. Website: www.eurekalibrary.org.

June 14-18
ESSA Session Three: Painting Flowers/Marlene Gremillion; Off Loom Weaving with Eleanor Lux;; Clay Sound Sculptures with Laurie Spencer. For more information call 479-253-5384.

June 17
Poetluck is a potluck dinner and literary salon held the third Thursday of every month, March-October at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs.

June 18-July 17
60th Anniversary of Opera in the Ozarks, located at 16311 Hwy. 62 W. This opera season is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the finest. All seats reserved. For more information call 479-253-8595, email operaintheozarks@arkansas.net or visit www.opera.org

June 18 & 19
Eureka Springs Quilters Quilt show at Faith Christian Church 9am-4pm. For more information email Fredrick@hbeark.com.

June 18-20
12th Annual Native American Festival & Pow-Wow. Located at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, 7 miles south on Scenic Hwy. 23 S. For more information call Clif Jackson at 479-253-3790, visit www.turpentinecreek.org or email tigers@turpentinecreek.org.

June 21-25
ESSA Session Four: Art Doll Making with Rebecca Middleton; Metal Sculpture with Wayne Summerhill; Intermediate Jewelry with Lyla Allison. For more information call 479-253-5384.

June 21-23
“In Search of the Lord’s Way” 5th Annual Summer Meeting at the Pine Mountain Theater

June 25-27
Reflections of St. Francis facilitated by John Michael Talbot. John Michael Talbot’s new based on his new book by this title offers an accessible entrance into the Rule and Testment of St. Francis, sheds light on Francis as a saint, a founder, and a reformer, and provides unique observations as a source of inspiration for all states of life today. For more information call 479-253-7370 or email at retreatinfo@littleportion.org.

June 28-July 2
ESSA Session Five: Oil Painting with Carol Peacock; Paper Sculpture with Leandra Spangler; Designing Hand Knits with Bo Breda; Advanced Wax Casting & Stone Setting with Jon Philippi; Wood Sculpture with Jim Nelson. For more information call 479-253-5384.

Professional craft men and women offer original, handmade work such as country decorative items, folk art, watercolor and oil painting, pottery, stoneware, wreaths, potpourris, dried arrangements, quilts, miniatures, country clothing, wearable art, candles, homemade soaps, country furnishings, antique broken china jewelry, white oak baskets, bird houses and feeders, collector Santas and much more.

New this year, the Spring Fair (May 7, 8, & 9) will be featuring the culinary arts! In addition to your favorite artisan and craftwares, come out to the fair and enjoy food and cooking demos around the Mill, including baking and pasta making!

This is a wonderful time to visit our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast. The War Eagle Fair is only a few minutes away and we’ll be glad to help you with directions. The War Eagle Fair only happens twice a year, so don’t miss your opportunity.

The calendar for the 23rd Annual Eureka Springs May Festival of the Arts, just released, includes over 130 events – the most ever. The city known as Mid-America’s Art Capital celebrates arts of every kind throughout the month of May. “This year we continue the recent trend of raising both the number and quality of festival events,” according to C.A.P.C. Executive Director Jim Williams. “Our very talented arts community has put together an amazing and exhaustive array – everything from fine art to the ‘artrageous,’ from gallery strolls and studio walks to parades and free music in the park,” he added.

May Festival of the Arts kicks off with what is perhaps the city’s most colorful and festive parade of the year, the ARTrageous parade. It rolls through historic downtown at 2 p.m. on May 1. This year’s parade Grand Marshall is Tusk III, the Razorback mascot. Also on that day, the Queen Anne Mansion House Museum, known for its architectural uniqueness, officially opens following extensive renovations. Gallery strolls are scheduled every Saturday night from 6-8 p.m. In addition to free refreshments at participating galleries, each gallery stroll will include at least six separate artists’ receptions and shows.

Two separate arts and crafts fairs take place the second weekend of the month. Both the Turpentine Creek Arts and Crafts Fair and the War Eagle Mill Antique and Craft Show are set for May 7-9. This year’s May Festival of the Arts also includes the inaugural Grand Illumination, May 13-16. Thousands of Japanese and Chinese paper lanterns will adorn the facades of historic downtown buildings and many of the grand Victorian homes as well.

One of the month’s most festive and well-attended events is the annual White Street Studio Walk, which takes place May 21 from 5-9 p.m. Historic White Street is the working address of a large number of local artists who welcome the public into their homes and studios to view their latest works.

The month-long festival also includes a concert by the Ozarks Chorale a book signing, demonstrations of flute-making and drum-making, a healing water gathering, the season’s opening of the Great Passion Play, Art in the Park, a garden tour, a portrait-painting master class, and dozens of other events. It’s a great time of year to plan a relaxing visit to our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast.

For a complete list of events, see Events Schedule for the May Festival of Arts in Eureka Springs