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July
2009
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Story - Wedding Inspirations
Here come the brides and grooms. Three real-life
wedding stories yield dozens of charming ideas for
the wedding you may be planning someday. Enjoy their wonderful
celebrations and even learn from some "don'ts" the
couples generously shared.
June brings the Fort Smith Classic golf tournament,
Arkansas' only PGA-sanctioned event. An army of volunteers serves
the tournament, which raises money for a host of local charities.
We profile just a few of them, including Dr. Ted Skokos.
What's
Cooking - Bridal Brunch
Rose
Gean shares recipes for a delicious and beautiful brunch with
our readers.
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July 4
Mayor's 4th of July
This is the big one! Fort Smith's Mayor Ray gets the party started
at this spectacular birthday celebration. Mr. Cabbage Head and
the Screaming Radishes kick things off then the fireworks fly
beginning at dusk. Radishes return for an encore performance.
Free. 7 p.m. Harry E. Kelley Park, Clayton Expressway and North
B Street, Fort Smith, Ark.
July 4
City of Van Buren Fireworks
Load up the lawn chairs, blankets, family and friends for fireworks
and fun. Free snowcones and popcorn. Sam Bradley performs.
7 p.m. gates open; 9 p.m. fireworks. Field of Dreams.From Interstate
40, take Exit 3. Van Buren, Ark. 479-474-1541
www.vanburen.org
July 4
Country Fireworks
Fireflies and eyeshine…that’s what lights up the night
at Lake Fort Smith State Park. Join a park interpreter at the
overlook behind the visitor center and hunt for magical nighttime
critters. Take flashlight and be prepared to turn it off. Free.
8:30-9:30 p.m. Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepard Springs
Road, Mountainburg, Ark.
479-369-2469
www.arkansasstateparks.com/lakefortsmith/
Complete 4th of July celebrations in our calendar.
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CALENDAR
HIGHLIGHTS
Every local
city's 4th of July fireworks and celebration can be found in our
Calendar
of Events online, plus a day-by-day listing of all the entertainment
available this month.
Have fun!

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Benefits
in July |
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Disco Thru
the '80s
July 11
Reynolds
Cancer Support House receives the proceeds of this DJ-led hustle
down memory lane at 7:30 p.m. at the Oaks, Fort Smith. |

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Rockin' in the Fort
July 25
The
Children's Emergency Shelter will benefit from this country duo's
concert on the riverfront, with two guest artists. 5:50 p.m. at
the Fort Smith River Park. |
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and attractions for every age.
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