This Saturday, Cecil Smith Field will play host to Siloam Springs families, as the city's Parks and Recreation Department hosts Kite Day.
The free event will last from noon to 2 p.m. on April 8, and no registration is required.
"Kite day is an opportunity for families to come out to a large space and fly kites," Garrison said.
Families may bring their own kites from home or make kites at the airport. The Parks and Recreation Department brings a stock of kite kits that contain everything needed to build a simple kite. Kite flyers can customize their kites with tails and drawings to make them more personal.
Members of the Beta Club, a service organization from Siloam Springs High School, will be on hand to help with assembly.
"It's a fun opportunity to come out and spend time with your family and do something you can't do just any Saturday," Garrison said.
And as of presstime, the weather forecast could not be better.
"Right now, it's 74 and sunny," Garrison said.
General News on 04/05/2017