BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Texarkana Today - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://txktoday.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Texarkana Today REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20160313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20161106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T094500 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180712T172035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T172127Z UID:10001223-1534579200-1534585500@txktoday.com SUMMARY:Great Texarkana Duck Race Set for August 18\, 2018 DESCRIPTION:The ducks are racing again! The Friends of the Foundation of CHRISTUS St. Michael Foundation will present The Great Texarkana Duck Race on Saturday\, Aug. 18\, 2018\, at Holiday Springs Water Park\, 5501 Crossroads Parkway\, Texarkana\, Ark. The Duck Race will benefit 3D mammography services at the CHRISTUS St. Michael Imaging Center. \nAs in previous years\, rubber ducks “adopted” by community supporters will race for prizes including a 2018 Kia Forte LX. The ducks will splish and splash in the chilly waters of the “River Rapids” Lazy River at Holiday Springs Water Park\, “racing” their way around the river at 10 a.m. with winners for five prizes announced after the race. The first duck to cross the finish line will win the top duck prize\, the 2018 Kia Forte LX from Classic Kia. Second place prize is a $1\,000 gift card from Dillard’s. Third place prize is a $1\,000 gift certificate from Holiday Cleaners; fourth place prize is a $500 gift card from Super 1 Foods; fifth place prize is 65 Tundra Yeti Cooler from LedWell Machinery. \nMonkey Island and Splash Mountain Texarkana will be open from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for family fun activities on race day. \nDucks can be adopted for a donation of $5 each\, or you can adopt five ducks and receive a sixth duck free for a donation of $25. Adoptions will be available online at www.christusstmichaelfoundation.org  starting July 11\, 2018\, until 4:30 p.m. on Friday\, Aug. 17\, or by calling Duck Central at (903)614-7223 until 4:30 p.m. on Friday\, Aug. 17. Duck adoption papers can be obtained at Duck Central\, CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System\, 2600 St. Michael Drive\, Texarkana\, Texas. \nAdmission into the Duck Race at Holiday Springs Water Park will be free with the adoption of one duck ($5 per person) from 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. One minor (per duck adopted) will be admitted to the event when accompanied by an adult who adopted a duck. All persons must exit the park by 10:45 a.m. Only 3\,000 will be admitted\, first come\, first serve basis. \nProceeds from previous Duck Races have helped to build the Pediatric Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of CHRISTUS St. Michael\, benefited area cancer patients\, purchased a patient transport van\, and more. \nThis year’s race\, benefiting mammography services\, will have a huge impact on breast health care for the Texarkana\, Atlanta and Cass County regions. Three-dimensional (3-D) mammography (also known as breast tomosynthesis)\, provides radiologists with another tool to screen and diagnose breast cancer. This additional expansion of technology made possible by the community’s generous support adds to the advanced technology only available at CHRISTUS St. Michael Imaging Center. The facility is the Texarkana region’s only Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). \nFor more information or to obtain an entry form\, call Duck Central at (903) 614-7223. URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/great-texarkana-duck-race-set-august-18-2018/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/duck_rack_texarkana1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180603T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180521T152605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180521T152605Z UID:10001219-1528041600-1528045200@txktoday.com SUMMARY:W. Temple Webber Cancer Center to Present Cancer Survivors Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:The W. Temple Webber Cancer Center at CHRISTUS St. Michael is celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day by recognizing and supporting cancer patients and those who care for them during a Cancer Survivors Day Celebration at 4 p.m. on Sunday\, June 3\, 2018 in the CHRISTUS St. Michael Dining Atrium and Courtyard\, at 2600 St. Michael Drive in Texarkana. \n“This event is a wonderful way for a community that shares a special bond to come together in celebration of everything they have accomplished together\,” said Gary Upp\, Director of the W. Temple Webber Cancer Center. “Fighting cancer is truly a battle shared by everyone: the patients\, their family\, their community. Every person here is proud and honored to be a member of that team\, and we are blessed to be able to serve this community and these people by extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.” \nThe event will include light refreshments\, inspirational testimonials from cancer survivors in the community and a balloon release to honor and acknowledge cancer survivors. Cancer survivors and their loved ones are encouraged to attend. \nSeating is limited\, and reservations are requested. Reservations can be made by calling toll-free 1-855-614-MIKE (6453) or by registering online at www.christusstmichael.org/cancersurvivorday. \nFor more information\, contact Gary Upp\, director\, W. Temple Webber Cancer Center\, at 903-614-2676. URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/w-temple-webber-cancer-center-present-cancer-survivors-day-celebration-2/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/balloonrelease.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180603T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180511T140907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T140907Z UID:10001216-1528041600-1528045200@txktoday.com SUMMARY:W. Temple Webber Cancer Center to Present Cancer Survivors Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:The W. Temple Webber Cancer Center at CHRISTUS St. Michael is celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day by recognizing and supporting cancer patients and those who care for them during a Cancer Survivors Day Celebration at 4 p.m. on Sunday\, June 3\, 2018 in the CHRISTUS St. Michael Dining Atrium and Courtyard\, at 2600 St. Michael Drive in Texarkana. \n“This event is a wonderful way for a community that shares a special bond to come together in celebration of everything they have accomplished together\,” said Gary Upp\, Director of the W. Temple Webber Cancer Center. “Fighting cancer is truly a battle shared by everyone: the patients\, their family\, their community. Every person here is proud and honored to be a member of that team\, and we are blessed to be able to serve this community and these people by extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.” \nThe event will include light refreshments\, inspirational testimonials from cancer survivors in the community and a balloon release to honor and acknowledge cancer survivors. Cancer survivors and their loved ones are encouraged to attend. \nSeating is limited\, and reservations are requested. Reservations can be made by calling toll-free 1-855-614-MIKE (6453) or by registering online at www.christusstmichael.org/cancersurvivorday. \nFor more information\, contact Gary Upp\, director\, W. Temple Webber Cancer Center\, at 903-614-2676. URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/w-temple-webber-cancer-center-present-cancer-survivors-day-celebration/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/balloonrelease.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180512T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180512T113000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180509T180233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180509T180233Z UID:10001214-1526121000-1526124600@txktoday.com SUMMARY:A Life to Remember\, honoring mothers who've experienced the loss of an infant DESCRIPTION:On Saturday May 12\, CHRISTUS ST. Michael Health System will host A Life to Remember\, an event honoring and comforting mothers who have experienced the unimaginable loss of an infant. \n“When a mother experiences the loss of a baby\, she faces a journey where hope and healing are needed\,” said Antoinette Peters\, Chaplain at CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital – Texarkana. “In honor of these mothers\, we will gather to remember the lives of the babies who were loved and died in the early weeks and months of their precious lives.” \nThe ceremony at the center of the Life to Remember event is dedicated to babies who die each year through pregnancy loss\, stillbirth or newborn death. The event is open to all mothers\, not only CHRISTUS St. Michael patients. All family members and friends are welcome to attend. \n“On Mother’s Day weekend\, it can be tough for these women\,” said Ms. Peters. “They may not be recognized like other women\, but they are mothers. With this event\, we seek to walk with them on their journey and offer comfort and support.” \nThis marks the fifth year for A Life to Remember. The event is set for Saturday May 12\, at 10:30am in the CHRISTUS St. Michael Serenity Garden. \nFor more information\, please contact: Antoinette Peters at 903.614.2076 or antoinette.peters@christushealth.org URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/life-remember-honoring-mothers-whove-experienced-loss-infant/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/infant.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180420T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180420T230000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180411T150007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T150055Z UID:10001194-1524243600-1524265200@txktoday.com SUMMARY:Klondike Academy is Hosting #MOMNITE on April 20\, 2018 DESCRIPTION:Local moms\, get ready to kick back\, relax\, and learn something new. Local daycare\, Klondike Academy\, is hosting #MOMNITE at the Texarkana Convention Center in Texarkana\, Texas on April 20 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Come enjoy yourself at a workshop just for mommies. The event is FREE\, so don’t worry about having to pay for any entry fees! \n  \nThe night will start off with the floor open for the Mom Shop where you can peruse stalls set up by local vendors ranging from stylish boutiques to high-end fitness centers. During this prime shopping time\, Moms can treat themselves to a FREE Taco Bar. And what are tacos without margaritas? There will be a cash-pay margarita bar available too! \n  \nFrom 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. there will be “How-to” sessions for moms who want to learn something new. These How-To sessions will cover topics such as autism\, educational milestones\, weight loss\, family fitness\, meal planning\, and more! These classes are filling up FAST\, so don’t wait to sign up to reserve your spots. You don’t want to miss these classes\, ladies. \n  \nDon’t see a class you want to attend? You can still come to #Momnite! Just drop by the convention center at 7:00 p.m. to catch the keynote speakers talking about subjects like: “Balancing Screen Time with FaceTime\,” “How to Get Over the Mommy Blues\,” “Living Every Minute\,” and so much more! \n  \nFollowing these informative talks\, there will be a Mom Panel Q&A and a drawing for some awesome door prizes! These prizes include a trip for a family of four to Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine\, Texas\, a girl’s night out on the town for you and three friends (including dinner\, pedicures\, fun activities\, and a limo ride)\, and several other prizes valued at $50 or more! \n  \nTo wrap up this night of learning and fun\, an after-party will follow #MOMNITE where you can indulge on different cupcake and wine pairings. You’re an awesome mom\, so take this time to treat yourself! \n  \nInterested? RSVP and register for the how-to classes online at momnite.com. Limited spaces are available\, and these classes are filling up FAST! URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/klondike-academy-hosting-momnite-april-20-2018/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/MOMNITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180404T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180404T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180404T153730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180404T153730Z UID:10001191-1522828800-1522861200@txktoday.com SUMMARY:NICU celebration DESCRIPTION:Wadley Regional Medical Center will be hosting its first Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Birthday Celebration on Saturday\, April 7th from 10am-12pm.  The NICU Birthday Party will be held in the front of the hospital between the Main Entrance and the Day Surgery entrance.  This is a chance to celebrate all babies who have been cared for in the Wadley NICU over the years. An invitation is warmly extended to the many patients and their families who received care in the Wadley NICU\, which was recently designated a Level II NICU in November 2017. \n  \nThis celebration is an opportunity for families from around the Texarkana area to reunite with nurses who not only cared for their babies\, but helped the parents through an emotional and trying time.  “The staff has been the driving force behind getting this event put together\,” claims Shelby Brown\, director of marketing and planning for Wadley. “They are so excited to be able to reconnect with these very special deliveries and their families!”    \n  \nThere will be lots of games for the kids to play\, balloon animals by Daryl Miller\, hand prints\, and face painting.  To commemorate the day\, there will be a photo area for families to use their own camera. A birthday party would not be complete without a Birthday cake\, popcorn\, and a lemonade stand for all to enjoy. There will be fabulous Door Prizes and every child will receive a gift. \n  \n“We are excited to see these patients and families that it’s been our honor to care for in our NICU\,” says Antonette Reed\, Director Maternal and Child\, Wadley Regional Medical Center. “We hope that April’s NICU Birthday Party will be the first of many more to come in the years ahead. It should be a fun time for our current and former nurses to reconnect with patients who are now growing up healthy and strong!” \n  \nThe Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department will be on hand with a fire truck for children to experience up close and Sylvia Jennings with the Texas Department of Public Safety will be available for car seat checks.  It is important to have you child in a car seat\, but just as important is to have them restrained correctly. The Wadley Trauma Department will also have information on Arkansas and Texas State laws in reference to seatbelt usage. \n  \nWadley has been the Birth Place of Texarkana for generations. With the area’s most experienced birthing staff\, Wadley has set a precedent for childbirth excellence in the Four-State area by being the first designated 10 Step Hospital and first Mother-Friendly Worksite in Texarkana. The Texas 10 Step program\, developed in 1999\, is a method for improving maternity care practices in birthing facilities. The program aids birthing facilities in improving breastfeeding outcomes through adoption of best practices. As a Mother-Friendly Worksite\, Wadley Regional Medical Center proactively supports employees who choose to breastfeed their infants.  Our nursery provides newborn\, transition and Level II intensive care with 24-hour neonatology service. Additionally\, Wadley Regional Medical Center is a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Blue Distinction+ Center for Maternity Care – the only in Texarkana\, demonstrating better overall patient satisfaction and a lower percentage of early elective deliveries. URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/nicu-celebration/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/wadley-texarkana2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180130T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20180131T003012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T003012Z UID:10000988-1517299200-1517331600@txktoday.com SUMMARY:Go Red Day DESCRIPTION:TEXarkana\, Texas:   In support of Go Red for Women\, Wadley Regional Medical Center is participating in the National Wear Red Day on Friday\, February 2.  Cardiovascular disease in the U.S. kills approximately one woman every 80 seconds. The good news is that 80 percent of cardiac events may be prevented with education and lifestyle changes. Go Red For Women advocates for more research and swifter action for women’s heart health. \nGo Red For Women is a movement to encourage women to know their numbers. It’s knowledge that could save your life.  Five numbers\, that all women should know to take control of their heart health are: Total Cholesterol\, HDL (good) Cholesterol\, Blood Pressure\, Blood Sugar and Body Mass Index (BMI). Knowing these numbers can help women and their healthcare provider determine their risk for developing cardiovascular diseases.  It’s time for all women to learn the most critical numbers in their life — their hearts depend on it. \nThe event will be held at the Wadley Senior Clinic from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. There will be vital information\, free blood screenings and blood pressure checks\, heart healthy snacks with recipe cards\, a free gift for every woman dressed in red\, and a chance to meet some of the providers of the Wadley HeartCare Network. URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/go-red-day/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/gored.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170604T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T072622 CREATED:20170511T181949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170511T181949Z UID:10001134-1496592000-1496595600@txktoday.com SUMMARY:Cancer Survivor Day 2017 DESCRIPTION:W. Temple Webber Cancer Center at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System will present a Cancer Survivors Day Celebration at 4 p.m. on Sunday\, June 4\, 2017 in the CHRISTUS St. Michael Dining Atrium and Courtyard\, 2600 St. Michael Drive\, Texarkana\, TX. \nThe event includes light refreshments\, inspirational testimonials from cancer survivors in the community and a balloon release to honor and acknowledge cancer survivors. Cancer survivors and their loved ones are encouraged to attend.\nSeating is limited\, and reservations are requested. \nReservations can be made by calling toll-free 1-855-614-MIKE (6453) or by registering online at https://csmcancersurvivorday2017.eventbrite.com. \nFor more information\, contact Gary Upp\, director\, W. Temple Webber Cancer Center\, at 903-614-2676. URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/cancer-survivor-day-2017/ CATEGORIES:health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://txktoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/cancersurvivorday.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR