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  • Put your business front and center by sponsoring a Chamber event, annual program, or digital media.

    New network building events in 2022 include the Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament and the Local Lunch for restaurants.  BE PRO BE PROUD and Connecting Educators in Industry are focused on building the workforce pipeline for our community.  Also new this year are two annual program sponsorships, the Governmental Affairs Committee, and the Chamber Ambassadors, both focused on advocacy for a strong, business friendly climate in our community, county, and state. 

    Or promote your business utilizing the Chamber website, which received more than 145,000 visits in 2021. And don't forget the long running favorites; the Annual Meeting & Business Expo, the Golf Classic, Business After Hours, and the Arkansas Scholars Award Ceremony.

     

     

     

  • Learning and Development

    Join us every Tuesday night in the Gallery for an evening of music, dancing, and fun! All ages and levels of experience are welcome to come show off their moves or just enjoy the atmosphere. We can't wait to see you there! 6:30-8:00 pm. $15 person. Registration required.

    When you take a Richard Stephens workshop you will be exposed to three main things: Informative technical information sprinkled with humor and antidotes, entertaining and educational painting demonstrations, and lots of one-on-one time with Richard as he helps you through your individual painting process.

    Excited to try your hand at pottery but not sure if you're going to be good at it? Our one-time pottery wheel session is perfect for beginners. Learn the basics of throwing your own ceramic pieces and take your creations home with you. The class fee covers instruction, clay, tools, glaze and firing.

    Longhua Xu of Hot Springs is a native of China who came to Arkansas in 1990, becoming a leading member of the state’s artistic and cultural community. We'll visit Xu's studio located on the second floor of what was once the Central Hotel, boasts more than 3,000 square feet with high ceilings, large windows and natural light. Works by the polymath Xu, ranging from wood and stone carvings to bronze sculptures and paintings in oil and acrylic.

    Let your kids have fun making rock photo/card holders for dad. This simple idea is perfectly lovely and useful and is great for preschoolers all the way up to tweens!

    The classes will introduce the potter to the three basic techniques of hand building – Pinch, Coil, and Slab construction. The class fee covers instruction, clay, tools, glaze and firing. For ages 8 and up. In each class, we're making something different.

    Draw directly from the model in all media. Bring your own drawing materials. We provide the model in the round, the lighting, easels and seating. You’ll have a series of short, warm up poses for gesture drawing followed by longer poses to give you opportunities to build more finished drawings. Free for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

    This is an open studio paint session for any medium beginners to advanced. Please come, bring a lunch and your own project to work from and specialized supplies. The art center has paints and brushes. We provide good conversation and moral support, and only critique if you want. FREE, registration required.

    Using locally sourced flowers and foliage, participants will learn to construct their own flower crowns. Price includes one crown. Parties of two people working on one crown are welcome. All supplies are provided to participants, but if folks want to bring their own embellishments or special ingredients, please do! For ages 8 and up. $50 includes supplies. Registration required.

    Come shake up some ancient drinks to impress at your next party! Students will make and learn the history behind these unique drinks and syrups, some of which are made with local fruits, vegetables, and herbs. The class will incorporate ancient recipes with modern cocktails and learn just how easy and versatile these techniques can be! For ages 21 and up. Registration required.

    Wreath making is often relegated to the holidays, but a wreath can be made in any season! Students will individually construct summer wreaths made of provided materials that can stand up to the summer heat. The wreath will be made with a combination of dried ingredients, foliage, and small water vials (typically used for single stem flowers) that can be changed throughout the season. For ages 8 and up. $70 includes supplies.

    When you take a Richard Stephens workshop you will be exposed to three main things: Informative technical information sprinkled with humor and antidotes, entertaining and educational painting demonstrations, and lots of one-on-one time with Richard as he

    Sign your child up for Arts On Main's summer series cooking classes, designed to boost their creativity and confidence in the kitchen! Over five days, budding chefs will learn to work with new ingredients and flavors, while having a blast preparing

    Start your meal off right with an impressive array of seasonal appetizers. In this hands-on class, Chef Suzy Smith will guide you to put together these perfect party platters your guests won't forget - Roquefort grapes, Stromboli pepperoni, Strawberry

    Beat the heat this summer with Arts On Main, where children aged 3-15 explore and develop their artistic abilities while keeping cool. With a range of art forms to offer, kids can build their skills while having a great time engaging in fun, educational,

    The classes will introduce the potter to the three basic techniques of hand building – Pinch, Coil, and Slab construction. The class fee covers instruction, clay, tools, glaze and firing. For ages 8 and up. Classes meet each Monday starting at 5 pm and

    All class fees include instruction, tools, supplies, and kiln firing.  In the Studio with Barbara Satterfield Join clay artist Barbara Satterfield for demonstrations of her construction techniques, a peek at favorite tools and visual references, and tips

    Learn the basics of color theory with artist Theresa Grillo-Laird's workshop. Whether you just love mixing colors or want to learn how to create strong palettes for paintings, this workshop will give you the basics of color theory. Completing the

    Join Michael and Madalyn Farquhar of Pleasant Acres Garden for their “Cottage Industries” series, where they share expert tips and advice on how to garden for a better life. Through a blend of art and design, crafting, and homesteading, these classes and

    This event allows attendees to draw from a live model in various mediums, with the model provided in person, as well as appropriate lighting, seating and easels. Gesture drawings will begin the session, leading into more extended poses for more elaborate

    Join us every Tuesday night in the Gallery for an evening of music, dancing, and fun! All ages and levels of experience are welcome to come show off their moves or just enjoy the atmosphere. We can't wait to see you there! Our dance instructors will be

    Let your kids have fun making rock photo/card holders for dad. This simple idea is perfectly lovely and useful and is great for preschoolers all the way up to tweens! Wednesday, June 14, 1-3 pm FREE (registration required)

    Join our open studio paint session, suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced. Bring your own project, lunch, and specialized supplies. We offer paints and brushes, as well as great company and encouragement. We only give critiques upon request.

    Create unique collages using the cyanotype technique in this workshop led by artist Logan Stallings. READ MORE. What you can bring: leaves, small flowers, photographs, text, and found objects to create your own masterpiece. This hands-on workshop

    Join Michael and Madalyn Farquhar of Pleasant Acres Garden for their “Cottage Industries” series, where they share expert tips and advice on how to garden for a better life. Through a blend of art and design, crafting, and homesteading, these classes and

    Join Michael and Madalyn Farquhar of Pleasant Acres Garden for their “Cottage Industries” series, where they share expert tips and advice on how to garden for a better life. Through a blend of art and design, crafting, and homesteading, these classes and

    Join Melynda Coble-George on the second Wednesday of every month for an “Art of Looking” session at the Arts On Main galleries. You'll learn more about the AOM collections and exhibitions, and engage in informative conversations with like-minded