'09 Merchant's Open House

One of Calico Rock's Seasonal traditions is a Merchant's Open House. Nearly every business in town decorates or at least gets their Christmas goods out and offers goodies and prize drawings all day long. It isn't just a business day tho, it's a day for visiting with folks you don't always get to see. You take the children along and just enjoy getting into the holiday spirit with the rest of the warm, friendly folks of Calico -- and of course supporting the Chamber of Commerce philosopy of "Shop Local"!

In the photo you can see some of the Hospital Gift Shop "spread" with Mondalyn McCormick and Jimmie Lee Whitaker taking their turn as hostesses.

Calico Rock Shows Off!

We've done it again! For the 3rd time Calico Rock was asked to host a Fam Tour. These are area tours hosted by North Central Arkansas Tourism Council to show people, involved in the business of tourism, what is available in this part of the state. What makes Calico Rock/Pineville special is not just the historic town, the river or the views but the "Welcome" that the the Chamber of Commerce provides. On this visit, President Rebecca Greenwood and Derrall Brown greeted them in town; Derrall once again toured them through town ending on our beautiful bluff at the Knight's cabin. A delicious lunch, home-made soup, and sandwiches with desserts made by Chamber members helped the visitors see what was available to anyone visiting this beautiful place on the White River. Will they share this with others wanting a place to "get away" or bring their business? Oh my, yes! Arkansas is one of the few states that can claim a growing, successful tourism industry and Calico Rock/Pineville is playing a big part in that success.

Autumnfest and 5K Run - '08

The 5K race has winners,... lots of starters,... and of course, some runners who leave the others in their dust -... But plenty of great memories for everyone!

Sign up this year at the Chamber office 297-4129 or tbevill@ozarka.edu.

SEE YOU THERE! 9AM -RAND PARK!

Annual Autumnfest 5k Run/Walk-Coming up Oct.3

Well, we're excited! The annual Autumnfest 5k Run/Walk has become a tradition for some families - a challenge for others. In fact last year's 1st place winner, heard about it, ran it, picked up his prize money and was gone! - said most races didn't have prize money !(Hmmm...maybe that's him in the red bandana.) All that to say I don't have his picture but I do have some others. A lot of folks say they just do the 5k for good health AND the most awesome long sleeve t-shirt around! Everyone who enters gets one for the $20 fee ($10-for K-12 students). But here you can see adults and kids receiving prizes for placing in their age group. Top photo, Chris Lareau, from Memphis, was second place overall. Just like the kayak race, those Memphis folks love to come to the beautiful White River for a weekend away from the big city!

For entry forms, contact Race Chairman, Tamra Bevill at tbevill@ozarka.edu, 870-368-2079 or call the Calico Rock/Pineville Chamber of Commerce-297-4129 be sure to mention that you saw it on the blog.