Family Game Night
Siloam Springs Parks and Recreation will host Family Game Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 5 at the Community Building, located at 110 North Mt. Olive St. Participants will have the opportunity to play bingo and a variety of board games. This event will be a fun time for all ages. Refreshments will be served.
Cops and Kids 2017
Donations for the Cops and Kids program will be collected at the Siloam Springs Walmart Supercenter from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 17. There will also be two marked donation boxes in the Siloam Springs Police Department lobby to collect new toys and non-perishable food items for families in need. The program is sponsored by the Siloam Springs Regional Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #68 in parnership with the Siloam Springs Police Department. For more information call Officer DeAndra Strickland at the SSPD at 479-524-4118.
Street Closing
The City of Siloam Springs will be closing Lake Francis Drive from South Mt. Olive Street to Wood Tree Court for two weeks, starting on Monday, Dec. 11. Residents will be able to travel east from their homes, but the street will be completely closed at Mt. Olive to all traffic. Crews will be relocating utilities and installing a sidewalk.
Friends of the Library's Christmas selection
The Friends of the Library Bookstore -- located in Siloam Springs Public Library -- has an assortment of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, audio books -- most priced under $2. Featured this month is a nice selection of Christmas and children's books. Signs in the library will guide patrons to the bookstore area which is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Friends of the Library uses all proceeds from the store to benefit the library, especially the children's summer reading programs. Donations of used books and electronic media in good condition are always welcomed.
Meals on Wheels
The Siloam Springs Meals on Wheels program has a new volunteer opening to deliver meals on Fridays. The route starts at 10:45 a.m. and it takes an hour to complete. For more information, call 479-524-5735.
Coat Drive
New and gently used coats and sweaters of all sizes, especially children's sizes, are being collected for those in need. They will be distributed at the clothing giveaway at Eastgate Church of Christ from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the first Friday of the month. Items also are offered to nursing home residents and students at local schools. All coats will be cleaned by Snappy Dry Cleaners. Coats can be dropped off at the office of Dr. Susan Vaughan, at My Family Eye Care, located at 820 Stateline Road in West Siloam Springs, or at Snappy Dry Cleaners located at 618 Holly Street, or at Eastgate Church of Christ located at 1997 East U.S. Highway 412. For more information, call Joyce at 918-422-5811.
Vietnam Veterans
In recognition of the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Tet Offensive of the Vietnam War, John Brown University history professor Preston Jones is collecting memories and stories from local veterans. If you served in Vietnam during the conflict, in any capacity at any time, contact Professor Jones at 479-238-8688 or [email protected].
Health Insurance Open Enrollment
Open enrollment in the health insurance marketplace has begun. To enroll, log into HealthCare.gov, fill out an application and enroll in a 2018 Marketplace health plan. The deadline is Dec. 15 and coverage begins on Jan. 1, 2018. Siloam Springs Regional Hospital offers free assistance for anyone interested. Contact Laura Craig with eligibility screening services at 479-215-3137 to schedule a free appointment.
Yoga classes
Bridges to Wellness and the Siloam Springs Parks and Recreation Department are sponsoring Yoga classes. Classes will be 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday nights at the Moss House located at 311 S. Mt. Olive Street. The cost for classes is $3. For more information, call Sarah Losh at 479-549-3143.
Get Fit exercise class
The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service in Benton County is offering a group fitness program, Extension Get Fit, to help adults increase strength, flexibility and balance. The research-based strength training program uses dumbbells and ankle weights to improve fitness in a fun and relaxed one-hour class. It is conducted by Susan Pickle, County Extension Agent and certified instructor. Sessions will meet twice weekly at 9 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. The cost is $12 for the 10-week program and includes all sessions and a fitness assessment. For more information, contact Susan Pickle at 479-271-1060 or at [email protected].
Fire Department feedback
The Siloam Springs Fire Department has announced a new Emergency Medical Services Customer Survey. This will allow individuals who have been treated by a city ambulance to provide honest and confidential feedback into their experience. Customers can provide valuable insight and feedback into the Fire Department's performance.
"Our goal is to constantly strive to improve the quality of the services that we provide to the citizens," said Siloam Springs Fire Department Chief Jeremey Criner. "The feedback that we receive will be an integral part of our quality improvement program."
If you've had any interaction with the City's EMS crews, please take a few minutes to fill out the EMS Customer Survey located on the Fire Department page of the City website, www.siloamsprings.com/199/Fire
Senior Activity Center
The Siloam Springs Senior Activity & Wellness Center invites anyone over the age of 60 to come to the center for lunch.
The center is located at 750 Heritage Court. Cost for lunch is $3 donation per meal. There is an exercise room and game room for guests' enjoyment. If you need a ride, the center's van can pick you up. Call 479-524-5735 for more information. Menus and activities calendar is available in the lobby.
While We're Waiting
While We're Waiting is a grief support group designed specifically for parents who have lost children. The group, led by Don and Deondra Chamberlain, meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Sager Creek Community Church, located at 1600 Cheri Whitlock Drive in Siloam Springs. Refreshments are served. For more information, call 479-549-7005.
Road work on Kenwood
The city of Siloam Springs will be closing Kenwood between Holly and Carl streets to move utility lines and widen the street. Closure will be intermittent between now and Dec. 31. For more information, contact the street department at the city at 524-5136. Please plan routes accordingly.
Grief Support Group
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital hosts a Grief Support Group with Don Wleklinski, APRN, at 6 p.m. every first and third Friday of the month inside Classroom 1 at 603 N. Progress Ave. in Siloam Springs. If you would like to join the group, call 479-220-2772.
Dogwood Literacy Council
It is rewarding to be able to assist someone who is trying to improve their literacy skills in order to help their family. The Dogwood Literacy Council is in need of more volunteers who would like to become a tutor. Training and materials will be provided. For more information contact Charlie at 479-524-4009.
Make your home safe and accessible
Kind at Heart Ministries is offering help to make homes "safe and accessible" with ramps, widening doors and building handrails. Financial assistance may be available. For more information, contact 479-373-6281 between the hours of 1 and 5 p.m. or email [email protected].
Fundraiser breakfast/band
The Siloam Springs Senior Activity and Wellness Center will host a weekly fundraiser breakfast from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Friday at the center, located at 750 Heritage Court. The fundraiser is open to all ages. The center will also host the OK Country Band at 1 p.m. the first Thursday of every month. The performance is free and open to anyone.
Manna Center Thrift Store
The Manna Center Thrift Store is now accepting credit and debit cards for purchases of $10 or more to make it easier for customers to shop. The store is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Customers can like the thrift store on Facebook or stop by and see what the dollar item is for the week. Anything over a month old is half price. The Manna Center is located at 670 Heritage Court, behind the Senior Activity and Wellness Center on Tulsa Street.
Tailwaggers seeking volunteers and donations
Tailwaggers is seeking volunteers to walk dogs and socialize cats at the city animal shelter. They are also in need of donations of chewies, rawhides, cat toys and dog harnesses for the animal shelter. Donations can be dropped off at the animal shelter located at 1300 East Ashley Street. Call 238-3612 for more information.
Coffee with the Commander
Siloam Post 29 hosts "Coffee with the Commander" from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. each Saturday morning in the basement of the historic American Legion Community Hall located at 110 North Mount Olive in Siloam Springs. This is a time when members of the community can meet veterans and hear some of their stories. It is an opportunity to become familiar with the many programs of The American Legion serving veterans, youth and much more in the community. The organization welcomes input about its programs and ways to improve them. They are also open to suggestions about opportunities within the community. This event is not just for veterans and Legionnaires, everyone is welcome to join in the discussions and enjoy the free coffee and donuts. For more information visit SiloamPost29.org.
CrossTraining
CrossTraining is held at 3DPT from 5:30 a.m. to 6:45 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The group shares in scripture, prays and then has a 45- to 60-minute workout. The class is free but voluntary donations can be made to help support the cost of utilities and equipment. For more information, contact Johnny Pittman at 479-220-1967.
Kansas Public Library
The Kansas Public Library has lots of activities to enjoy. The library has a "Freegal Music Service" that offers over 10,000 music labels from 65 countries. A library patron in good standing may download three songs a week for free from https://eodls.freegalmusic.com. Refreshments will be provided. For more news and updates visit the Kansas Public Library's Facebook page.
Community on 12/16/2017