February
through
Labor Day
|
Who's
Who in Arkansas Black History exhibit
opens in February and runs through Labor Day weekend in honor of
Black History Month highlighting African Americans who have made significant
contributions to our state's history and to our nation. |
Third
Weekend
in May
|
EMOBA celebrates its annual
Heritage Day Festival with heritage food and entertainment. And, a special part of the
festival is Jam Fest, EMOBA's annual basketball tournament. The winner of
Jam Fest is presented the Sportsmanship Award at the Sidney Moncrief Sportsmanship Award Luncheon. |
Mid
June
through
Mid August
|
Teens
in Action Summer Youth Program. For eight weeks,
young people between the ages of 7 and 19 learn about art appreciation,
voice, speech, acting, scene design, staging and other career choices.
Home cooked meals are provided. |
July |
Annual
Sidney Moncrief Sportsmanship Award Luncheon with coach
and former NBA Bucks star Sidney Moncrief. |
First
Friday
in August
|
EMOBAs Teens in Action present Turtle
Cove, a fairy tale of two slaves, the first Friday in August at the Heritage House Outdoor Theater. |
September |
Bi-annual
Award of Excellence Ceremony Banquet to Outstanding Arkansans. Former recipients include: the
late Art Porter and Louis Jordan, Gladys McFadden and the Loving Sisters, Al Green and Dr.
Dale Cowling, and Daisy Bates. Nominations are welcome. |
Last 2 Weeks
of October |
EMOBA
presents its annual Haunted Cathedral, Arkansas' largest and
scariest haunted attraction. |
December |
Relax
at EMOBA's Cultural Center. Hear Tales of Christmas as
told only by the Kenta Klauses while sipping cider and nipping on Krumpets. |
