Fall Festivals and Craft Shows Coming
This time last year, we only had a small list of fall events being planned and as the fear of another COVID surge eased, more churches and organizations planned late October and November events. We are delighted to see so many already in the works this year and expect more to be announced after this newsletter prints. When we learn about more events, we will share them on our social media.
Please check with the organizers of each event for any changes or developments.
Durham Festival-Oct. 8
The Durham Free Will Baptist Church will host their Fall Festival starting at 5pm, Saturday, Oct. 8, at the church (11540 S. Hwy 16, Elkins). It will include food, fellowship, games, etc.
Goshen Farmers Market Fall Harvest Festival-Oct. 13
The Goshen Farmers Market will host Fall Harvest Fest 4:30pm-7pm, Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Goshen Community Building (244 Clark St., Goshen). There will be free food, live music, face painting, local shopping, games, etc. More info at the Goshen Farmers Market Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoshenFarmersMarket
Mayfield Mercantile-Oct 14-15
The Mayfield Mercantile Fall Craft & Boutique Show (20814 Pug Gayer Rd, Fayetteville) near Goshen will be 8am-4pm Friday, Oct. 14 and Saturday, Oct. 15. It will feature many food, craft, and boutique-style vendors. More info at their Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/5I4udzx47
Hyland Park Church-Oct. 16
Hyland Park Church, which has many members from Elkins and were a part of Elkfest, will host a community event 5pm-7pm, Saturday, October 16 at the church, 900 Crossover Road in Fayetteville. Hyland Park Fest will feature food, games, costume contest, hayride, and more. More info at hylandpark.church
Winslow Fall Festival-Oct 22
The Winslow Community Center Association is hosting a Fall Festival 4pm-7pm, Saturday, Oct. 22 at the WCCA Gym and Cafeteria. More info at their Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/2KMFqkf3P
Thunder Mountain Ranch Fall Festival-Oct. 22
Thunder Mountain Ranch (10088 Thunder Rd., Fayetteville) will host Fall Fest 2022 3pm-7pm, Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Ranch. The public is invited to join for a day of fun. Bring candy bags and enter their costume contest for $5 and enjoy carriage rides for $5 per ride. All proceeds go to support their competition teams. More info at the Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/2NS6VlhwS
First Baptist Church of Elkins-Oct. 29
First Baptist Church of Elkins (1960 N Center St, Elkins) will host their annual fall festival 5:30pm-8:30pm, Saturday, Oct. 29. The event is for grades 6 and under and will include games, food and drink, candy, and prizes.
Crosses Community Church Annual Fall Festival-Oct. 29
Crosses Community Church (5157 Highway 295, Elkins) will host the church’s Annual Fall Festival starting at 4pm, Saturday, Oct. 29, at the church. It will include hayrides, food, fun, games, and fellowship.
Baldwin Baptist Church-Oct.29
Baldwin Baptist Church is hosting a Trunk or Treat and Fall Festival 2pm-5pm, Saturday, Oct. 29. There will be food, games, and live music. More information is on their Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1152169158711536
Trunk or Treat-Oct. 30
A group of citizens in Elkins are planning a Community Trunk or Treat event 5pm-7pm, Sunday, Oct. 30, at Bunch Park. Businesses and the community are invited to participate. Message Maggie West on Facebook if interested in setting up a booth.
Round Mountain Community Church Fall Festival and Truck or Treat -Oct. 30
Round Mountain Community Church is hosting a Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat 5pm-7pm Sunday, Oct. 30. at the church. There will be food, inflatables, hay rides, and other fun for the whole family.
Elkins Farmers Market Craft Market-Nov. 5
The Elkins Farmers Market will host their 4th Annual Craft Market 10am-4pm, Saturday, Nov. 5, at Harris Baptist Church (2201 N. Center, Elkins). There will be crafters, farmers, and other makers. This event is happening rain or shine. Learn more on their Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/5333869136720522
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Thank you to this month's sponsors!
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Sponsorships help make what we do possible. If you would like to sponsor a future edition, email us at info@elkinsar.org or visit elkinsar.org
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We’ve revamped our Classifed Ads to focus on helping business and nonprofits connect with people needing jobs. Our job opening spots will be due at the same time each month as the display ads. They are $10 and up to 300 words. For more information, visit our media guide for sponsorships.
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October Calendar of Events
All events listed on the ECN Calendar are open to the public.
Monday October 3 *Curbside Recycling*
Tuesday October 4
· Beginner Stretch Class with Danielle - Free yoga class at 6:15pm at the Elkins Public Library. Check her Facebook page for cancellations
Wednesday October 5
· Last Day to Order Pies from Nellie Bs for the Elkins Senior Center Pie Parade Fundraiser
· Voter Registration Drive - 1pm at the Elkins Senior Wellness & Activity Center
Homeschool Game Day at Elkins Public Library - 1-3pm. elkinspubliclibrary@gmail.com for more info
· Fall Robotics Program at the Elkins Public Library 4pm and 5pm groups. Audrabell@elkins.arkansas.gov for more info.
Thursday October 6
· Friends of the Elkins Public Library Book Sale - Members Only Day - 10am to 6pm at the Elkins Community Center (Membership Forms will be available at the sale)
· Storytime at the Elkins Public Library - 11am
· Elkins Farmers Market - 3pm at Harris Baptist Church (this event happens every Thursday)
· Elkins Cruisers Meeting - 6pm at the Elkins Sonic - This groups meets every Thursday.
· Knitting Club - 7pm at the Elkins Public Library - All crafters welcome. For more info call Trish at the Elkins Public Library at 479.643.2904
Friday October 7
· Friends of the EPL Book Sale - 10am to 6pm at the Elkins Community Center
Saturday October 8
· Friends of the EPL Book Sale - 10am to 6pm at the Elkins Community Center
· Monthly Writing Class - 10am at the Elkins Public Library
· Durham Free Will Baptist Church Fall Festival - 5pm at the Church
Sunday October 9
· Madison County Cowboy Church Stick Horse Rodeo - 2pm at the Madison County Fairgrounds
Monday October 10 - Columbus Day- All City Offices Closed
Tuesday October 11
· Elkins Public Library Board Meeting - 6pm at the Elkins Public Library
· Beginner Stretch Class with Danielle - Free yoga class at 6:15pm at the Elkins Public Library. Check her Facebook page for cancellations
Wednesday October 12
· Homeschool Game Day at Elkins Public Library - 1-3pm. More info in newsletter.
· Elkins Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting - 7pm at Elkins City Hall
Thursday October 13
· Storytime at the Elkins Public Library - 11am
· Elkins Farmers Market - 3pm at Harris Baptist Church (this event happens every Thursday)
· Goshen Farmers Market Fall Harvest Fest - 4:30-7:30pm at the Goshen Community Building
· Elkins Cruisers Meeting - 6pm at the Elkins Sonic - This groups meets every Thursday.
· Knitting Club - 7pm at the Elkins Public Library - All crafters welcome. For more info call Trish at the Elkins Public Library at 479.643.2904
· Elkins Water & Sewer Committee Meeting - 7pm at Elkins City Hall
Friday October 14 - Mayfield Mercantile Fall Craft & Boutique Show - 8am-4pm at 20814 Pug Gayer Rd, Fayetteville
Saturday October 15
· Mayfield Mercantile Fall Craft & Boutique Show - 8am-4pm at 20814 Pug Gayer Rd, Fayetteville
· Community Dance hosted by James McKinney and the Southern Justice Band - 7-10pm at the Elkins Community Center. Cost is $6 per person
Sunday October 16
· Fun & Frightful Charity All Breed Horse Show - 9:30am at Jasper Springs Arena. More info in newsletter.
· Hyland Park Church Fall Fest - 5-7pm at the Church
Monday October 17 *Curbside Recycling*
· City of Elkins Planning Commission Meeting - 7pm at Elkins City Hall
Tuesday October 18
· Elkins 4-H Meeting - 6pm. Email 4h@elkinsar.org for more info
· Beginner Stretch Class with Danielle - Free yoga class at 6:15pm at the Elkins Public Library. Check her Facebook page for cancellations
Thursday October 20
· Storytime at the Elkins Public Library - 11am
· NWA Food Bank mobile food bank at Elkins Community Center, 9am
· Elkins Farmers Market - 3pm at Harris Baptist Church (this event happens every Thursday)
· Elkins City Council Meeting - 7pm at Elkins City Hall
Friday October 21
· Beam Signing & Community Block Party - 5pm at Elkins High School. Pre-registration required for vendors & community groups by Oct. 17
Saturday October 22
· Thunder Mountain Ranch Fall Fest - 3-7pm at the Ranch
· Winslow Fall Fest - 4-7pm at the Winslow Community Center Association Gym & Cafeteria
· Elkins High School Band Trivia Night - 6:30pm at Nellie B’s. More info in the newsletter
Monday October 24 - Early Voting Starts
Tuesday October 25
· Beginner Stretch Class with Danielle - Free yoga class at 6:15pm at the Elkins Public Library. Check her Facebook page for cancellations
Thursday October 27
· Storytime at the Elkins Public Library - 11am
· Elkins Farmers Market - 3pm at Harris Baptist Church (this event happens every Thursday)
Saturday October 29
· Cybersecurity Seminar - Noon at the Elkins Public Library. More info in the newsletter.
· Crosses Community Church Fall Festival - 4pm at the Church
· First Baptist Church of Elkins Fall Festival - 5:30-8:30pm at the Church. For Grades 6 and under.
Sunday October 30
· Community Trunk or Treat - 5-7pm at Bunch Park - Contact Maggie West via private message on Facebook if you would like to set up a trunk.
Monday October 31 *Curbside Recycling*
Saturday November 5 - Elkins Farmers Market Craft Market - 10am-4pm at Harris Baptist Church
Nov. 6-Time Change
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View the complete calendar and submit your events at elkinsar.org or email us at info@elkinsar.org or call (479)274-0016.
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Pies for Seniors
Nellie B’s is hosting a Pies on Parade fundraiser for Meals on Wheels and the Elkins Senior Activity and Wellness Center. Pies can be ordered by calling Nellie B’s at (479)305-3735 or the Elkins Senior Center at (479)643-2741. Orders must be pre-ordered and pre-paid for by Oct. 5. All pies must be picked up on October 7th at Nellie B’s between 4pm and 6pm. Pie flavors include Peach, Coconut Creme, Dutch Apple, Chocolate Creme, Pumpkin, and Buttermilk. Online ordering is also available through EventBrite.
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Ways to Serve: Volunteer at the library
There are two ways to serve at Elkins Public Library. One opportunity is October 4 and the other is more long-term.
Book Sale Cleanup Monday, Oct. 10 at 3
At the end of every book sale, all the remaining books must be transported back to the library to be prepared for donation elsewhere. Volunteers are needed to help move the books on Tuesday, October 10, at 3p.m. The amount of work will depend on what and how many books are leftover after the sale. Please contact 479.531.1685 or jamie@jamiesnotebook.com if you are able to volunteer to help on October 10.
Book Re-shelving
The library also needs volunteers to help reshelve books and other light duties. This is ideal for a high school or college student needing to gain some community service hours. Contact the library at 479.643.2904 to learn more.
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Elkins by the Numbers
Every month, the city department heads report their numbers for the previous month to the Elkins City Council. A summary of those reports is in our monthly newsletter.
All of the below numbers are from August and reported in September.
- Fire Department: 50 calls (up from 44 in 2021)
- Elkins Police Department: 412 total calls (only what comes through dispatch)
- District Court: Total arraignments, 408. Total trials, 160.
- Elkins Public Library: 16,459 visitors (YTD), 14,857 in collection
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Voter Registration Drive
There is a voter registration drive scheduled for 1-3pm on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at the Elkins Senior Wellness & Activity Center. To vote in the November 8 election, the deadline to register to apply to vote is Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022.
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Writing Class Oct. 8
The next writing class with Author Linda Rigsbee will be 10am to 12pm, Saturday, October 8. The topic will be learning about the different forms of publishing. The last portion of the class will provide participants to receive group feedback on their work.
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Fall Book Sale starts Oct. 6
The Friends of the Elkins Public Library will host their annual Fall Book Sale at the Elkins Community Center starting with a Member's Only Day on Thursday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The sale is open to the public 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 7 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, October 8. All items are 50 cents each until Saturday, when it is $2 per bag. All proceeds go to support the Friends of the Elkins Public Library, which supports the Library's programs.
The library had initially planned to host a Book Bash with games, etc. on the Saturday of the book sale. Book Bash is canceled for this Fall, but the Friends group is looking forward to fun holiday activities coming later in the year.
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Stick Horse Rodeo Oct 9
The Madison County Cowboy Church will host the 9th Annual Stick Horse Rodeo at 2pm, Sunday, Oct. 9, at the Madison County Fairgrounds. Admission is free and there will be concessions, games, Christian fellowship, prizes, etc.
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Beam Signing, Block Party Oct. 21
The Elkins School District will host a Beam Signing and Community Block Party at 5pm, Friday, Oct. 21, with the Elks vs Ozark Hillbillies game following at 7pm. Everyone in the community and Elkins alumni is invited to attend and sign a beam in the new high school multipurpose facility. There will be free hot dogs, chips, and drinks available. There will be other food trucks and vendors with various purchase options. Community members are also invited to set up a free vendor space but registration is required. We do ask that you register online so that we have space prepared. The link to register as a vendor is available in the black banner on the district home page - elkinsdistrict.org.
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Elkins memorabilia available through ECN
Would you like a commemorative Elkins t-shirt or mug? We worked with local graphic artist Nichole Williams at The Rustic Cub to create Elkins-themed merchandise that celebrates the 100-year anniversary of the Elkins one-lane bridge.
You can order two different size mugs and several different styles and colors of t-shirts from our website. ECN will receive a portion of your purchase to support our programs. Because of how the fundraising program works, mugs and shirts must be purchased separately.
We’ve bought some for our families and love the merchandise! Be aware that the T-shirts do run a little bit small so if you are between sizes, we suggest going up. You can purchase from our website support page (where we also list several other ways to support Elkins Community Network). That link is https://elkinsar.org/support/.
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Elkins Youth Football/Cheer Raffle
The Elkins youth football and cheer do a yearly raffle to help raise money for their programs. According to information from their Facebook page, ticket prices are $1/ticket or 25 tickets for $20. There is a long list of raffle items on their Facebook page and it includes popular crafts, grill-related items, school memorabilia, many gift certificates, etc. Winners do not need to be present to win and tickets can be purchased from any of the local members. Tickets must be purchased by Oct. 10 and the Youth Homecoming is Oct. 22. The football player and cheerleader with the most money raised on EACH team will be Homecoming King and Queen.
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Elkins Community Clinic opens
A new community healthcare clinic recently opened in Elkins through a partnership with Community Clinic and Elkins Public Schools. It is available to students, faculty, families, and community members and is located at the school-based health center at Elkins Elementary School (380 N. Center St.).
The hours are 8am-4:30pm Monday through Friday and services include primary and acute care, basic labs, wellness checks, women’s health, sports physicals, immunizations, behavioral health, and telehealth. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurances are accepted. There is also a discount program available for qualifying patients. For more information, visit communityclinicnwa.org or the school district’s website, elkinsdistrict.org.
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Community Dance Oct. 15
The community dance with James McKinney and the Southern Justice Band is 7pm-10pm, Saturday, October 15 at the Elkins Community Center. Cost is $6 per person. It is our understanding that this is the last one of the year.
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Friends discount, new seminar series coming
The Friends of the Elkins Public Library and ECN are partnering to bring an exciting seminar series to the community. We will alternate between community-based educational topics and business-related topics. The plan is to start in January with a majority of these being on Sunday afternoons at the Library. The attendance fees will vary depending on the topic and members of Friends will receive a discount on all seminars. Friends offers memberships for individuals, families, and businesses. If you join now, your membership will include the rest of 2022 and all of 2023.
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Cybersecurity Seminar Oct. 29
The Elkins Public Library’s own Eve Owens is a cybersecurity expert and leads a team from across the country. October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. She is hosting a Cybersecurity Seminar about “Cybersecurity and You” for families similar to the program she gave at Elkfest in August. The event is Noon, Saturday, Oct. 29 at the Library.
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Elkins Holiday Expo, Library Open House Dec. 3
The ECN Elkins Holiday Expo will coincide with the Friends of the Elkins Public Library Open House. ECN’s vendor expo will be 10am to 2pm at the Elkins Community Center and the library will be participating with an ornament fundraiser and storytime. Further details about fun library activities, how to sign up to be a vendor, etc. will be announced as the event gets closer.
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Nov. 8 Election Info
Early voting for the November 8 general election begins Monday, Oct. 24. There are a number of early voting sites including the Elkins Community Center (162 Doolin Dr) or the Medical Arts Pharmacy on Huntsville Road in Fayetteville. You must have a photo ID to vote according to a law passed in 2021. The Community Center will be open 8am-6pm Oct. 24-28 and Oct 31-Nov 4, and 10am to 4pm on Oct 29. Polls will not be open Nov 5-7 and will be open for election day, Nov. 8 from 7:30am-7:30pm. The last day to register for this election is Oct. 11.
Please note that candidates are not subject to standard solicitation rules for door-to-door campaigning, including not being required to have a solicitation permit in the city limits. For more election information, visit the Election Commission section of the Washington County website: https://www.washingtoncountyar.gov/government/departments-a-e/election-commission
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NWA Angel Tree applications open
The Northwest Arkansas Angel Tree Program offers online applications Oct. 3-10 at www.saangeltree.org. It is for families in need with children who will be 12 years or younger on Christmas Day. To register online, you will need photos of a photo ID for head of household, proof of income or SNAP letter, Proof of residency, Birth Certificates for each Angel (0-12).
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EABN Business Networking Nov. 10
The next quarterly EABN Business After Hours will be at 6pm on Nov. 10 at the Bank of 1889. Elkins-Area Business Network (EABN), which is under the ECN umbrella, hosts quarterly gatherings for business owners and managers to share business tips and ideas, and find ways to work together. If you are interested in being a sponsoring organization or would just like to learn more about these events, contact us at info@elkinsar.org
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Fall Charity Horse Show Oct. 16
The Arabian Riders and Breeders of Northwest Arkansas will be hosting their annual Fun & Frightful Charity All Breed Horse Show on Oct. 16 at Jasper Springs Arena in Fayetteville. The show has halter, English, and Western pleasure classes, as well as everyone’s favorite Halloween Costume Class, which will feature cash prizes for 1st through 6th place ($100 for 1st down to $35 for 6th). You do not have to be a member or ride an Arabian horse to show. The show is free to spectators. More info at www.arabianofnwa.org/fall-fun-show
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Band Fundraiser Oct 22
The Elkins High School Band is hosting a Trivia Night fundraiser 6:30pm, Saturday, Oct. 22 at Nellie Bs. The doors will open at 6pm. Teams can enter the trivia event in groups of 3-5 and the cost is $15 per seat, including food from the hot bar and dessert bar. Audience members can pay for the hot bar/dessert bar as well. The coffee bar will also be running all night.
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Homeschool Game Days at Elkins Public Library
The Elkins Public Library hosts an informal get together for local homeschool families on Wednesday afternoons from 1-3pm. Check out the library’s collection of board games or bring your own and meet other local homeschool families in the Elkins Public Library Community Room. Email audrabell@elkins.arkansas.org for more information.
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Community Insights:
Public Service: A Passion and a Calling
Our monthly Community Insights column features different voices from our immediate community and region. For the first few months, we are focusing on municipal service including municipal roles and the value that serving in various capacities within city government provides. In 2023, we will be petitioning insights into serving one’s community in a variety of different ways.
By Whitnee V. Bullerwell, Deputy Director of the Arkansas Municipal League
 Public service is one of the most important contributions made at the municipal level of government—especially here in Arkansas. Not every municipality has enough municipal officials and personnel to accomplish every aspect of public service in their hometown. Many times, volunteers willing to serve the public are the reason events or initiatives are accomplished in a municipality.
To read more of Whitnee's thoughts on municipal community service, visit our blog.
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Job Listings Now Available
We are trying to build the new job listings section on our website but we need your help! We can’t list jobs from local businesses that we don’t know about. So, if you are a local business or know a local business that is hiring, this information is for you. We offer free job listings on our website and there is a $10 charge if you want it posted in our monthly newsletter (both print and digital). Please email your job listings to info@elkinsar.org and indicate if you want it on the website or website/newsletter.
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ECN Sponsorship Rates
We fund our ongoing programs through sponsorships in three forms. See details for each at elkinsar.org
Job Listings $10
Advertise your job openings directly to our community. Text only. Appears in both forms of the newsletter and on the website.
Display $25/50
Available in Business Card or Double Business card size. Will appear in both print and email newsletters and on our website.
Blog Article on Website $60
Informative and educational article with insights into your industry. Article featured as a blog on our website.
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Check local calendars for changes to events
We try to be as accurate as possible with our calendar information, but sometimes schedules change. For the most up-to-date information, check our events calendar on our website at elkinsar.org/. City of Elkins events can be found on the city website at elkins.arkansas.gov. Elkins School Events can be found on the district calendar at elkinsdistrict.org. The Senior Center also publishes a monthly newsletter with its menu and activities that can be found at aaanwar.org/locations/detail/1426
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Do you have a business, local organization, church, or youth activity that people need to know about? We have a directory for that! Please submit your organization to one of our directories or email us at info@elkinsar.org or call (479) 274-0016 so that we can spread the word about everything going on in Elkins.
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