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SUMMARY:Tiger Theatre Team Hosts Dual Christmas Productions
DESCRIPTION:Theatre goers will have double the fun during the holidays when they attend Texas High School Tiger Theatre Company’s dual productions of “What Could Go Wrong the Night Before Christmas?” and “Junie B. in Jingle Bells\, Batman Smells!” \n  \nThe delightful show of “What Could Go Wrong the Night Before Christmas?\,” by Kim Kao Hines\, tells the story of a host who attempts to do a lovely reading of The Night Before Christmas but is stymied by every imaginable interruption.  First\, the children show up wearing costumes and outfits for all the wrong holidays\, then it ends up the mice might not be stirring\, but they are shuffling as they play a game of Go Fish.  By the time the clatter on the rooftop sounds more like a deafening rock ‘n’ roll drum solo\, the poor host is about to have a meltdown!  On top of it all\, our not-quite-classic (and definitely thinner) Santa stops filling stockings to do a PSA on the dangers of smoking and also plugs the usefulness of stain remover pens. \n  \n“Junie B. in Jingle Bells\, Batman Smells!\,” from Allison Gregory and based upon the best-selling book series by Barbara Park\, is a story of Junie B. Jones\, a first-grader\, who is super excited about the upcoming Holiday Sing-Along and Secret Santa gift exchange at her school.  Too bad tattletale May keeps ruining all of Junie B.’s fun.  So when Junie B. draws May’s name for Secret Santa\, she comes up with the perfect plan to teach her nemesis a lesson!  But will the Christmas spirit of peace and goodwill interfere before she can give you-know-who what she deserves? \n  \nPerformances will be Friday and Saturday\, December 15-16 at 6:30 p.m. in the John Thomas Theatre of the Sullivan Performing Arts Center\, 3941 Summerhill Road. \n  \nOnline tickets are available for purchase for $8 (adults) and $4 (students) through www.ttcths.booktix.com.  Pricing at the door will be $10 and $5\, respectively. \n  \nFor more information\, contact Lisa Newton at 903.794.3891. \n 
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/tiger-theatre-team-hosts-dual-christmas-productions/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:Sign Up for Santa Run\, Festive Wear Encouraged
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Annual Santa Sprint benefiting the Texarkana Museums System is on December 9\, 2017! \nEnter yourself\, your children\, your family as a Santa for our fun and friendly 5k race in downtown Texarkana (Arkansas and Texas).  Celebrate the Joy of the Season by slipping into your Santa Suits or Jingle Bells as we race\, sprint\, stroll and jingle away to raise funds to support the Ace of Clubs House\, the Museum of Regional History\, the P. J. Ahern Home and Discovery Place Children’s Museum.  Santa Sprint begins at 8 am. \nSo make plans to join us downtown and have a great weekend before the Holidays arrive!
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/sign-santa-run-festive-wear-encouraged/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Event
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SUMMARY:2017 Twice As Nice Awards Voting
DESCRIPTION:Let the voting begin! \n\n\n \n\n\nClick HERE to participate in the Twice As Nice Awards\, open until December 18\, 2017.\n\n\n \n\n\nWe will announce the winners in January\, good luck!
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/2017-twice-nice-awards-voting/
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SUMMARY:World Aids Day
DESCRIPTION:Equality Texarkana has partnered with ARcare\, SWA-NET HIV Coalition\, and Special Health Resources of East Texas and on Friday\, December 1\, 2017 Equality Texarkana will host an eventful day where they will commemorate those lost to AIDS related illnesses\, those who are living and thriving with HIV\, in addition to providing free HIV testing\, information\, giveaways\, and lots more! The day will begin at 11:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.\, at 300 East 6th Street\, Texarkana\, Arkansas\, in the AHEC Lecture Hall–located upstairs. During this time\, there will be free HIV testing\, at absolutely no costs to the patrons. The HIV tests provided are administered via mouth swab and are pain free\, again–there is no costs to patrons.\n“World AIDS Day was first instituted on December 1\, 1988. Historically\, WAD has been a sacred opportunity to remember those who were lost to HIV in the previous year. Those lost to HIV are too often people who were not memorialized by family or friends due to the virus. It also serves to celebrate those who are living with and surviving HIV. Rarely\, are people living with HIV recognized for their struggle. They often must demonstrate great courage in the face of a disease that cannot be cured.  Finally\, WAD is a day to rally the minds and hearts of people to end the isolation of people living with HIV\, end the stigma associated with HIV\, develop a deeper understanding of HIV\, and takes steps to end HIV transmission by getting screened for HIV. \nFollowing the 11:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. free HIV testing event everyone will meet from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at the Dowd Pocket Park–located just east of East Broad Street and North Stateline Avenue intersection. During the second half of this day there will be speakers talking about their experiences of living and thriving with HIV and a presentation from ARcare highlighting the important information about HIV and AIDS. All of the organizations present will have literature pertaining to HIV\, AIDS\, and other STIs\, contraceptives\, etc. available for event goers to take home. There will also be a visually creative and soul stirring ceremony to commemorate those we’ve lost to AIDS-related illnesses and those who live strong and thrive with the virus until there is a cure. We will end the event and the day with a united candlelight ceremony.\nJoin Equality Texarkana\, ARcare\, SHRETS\, and SWA-NET HIV Coalition as we strive to accomplish these goals.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/world-aids-day/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Event
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SUMMARY:“The Opidemic: National and Local Issues”
DESCRIPTION:“The Opidemic: National and Local Issues” will be the focus of a University Honors colloquium on Wednesday\, Nov. 15\, at 6 p.m. in University Center 217 on the A&M-Texarkana campus\, 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \nDr. David Yells\, provost and vice president for academic affairs at A&M-Texarkana\, will be the guest speaker. \nThe University Honors Colloquia are a series of scholarly talks and presentations offered throughout the academic year. They provide a venue for University Honors students and faculty to present their research. The program also brings speakers to campus from outside the university community. \nThe free event is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. \nFor more information\, contact Dr. Craig Nakashian at Craig.Nakashian@tamut.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/opidemic-national-local-issues/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Veterans at Second Saturday Trade Days
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URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/celebrate-veterans-second-saturday-trade-days/
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SUMMARY:TISD Campuses Host Veterans Day Activities
DESCRIPTION:From the greatest generation to the latest generation\, Texarkana Independent School District is a proud supporter of our veterans. \nOn November 9 and November 10\, many of the TISD campuses will host Veterans Day activities that include student performances and veteran appreciation.  All veterans and their families are welcome to attend any school event. \n  \nThursday\, November 9 – 9:00 a.m. – Spring Lake Park Elementary School\, \n4324 Ghio Fish Boulevard \n  \nThursday\, November 9 – 9:00 a.m. – Wake Village Elementary School\, 400 Wildcat Drive \n  \nThursday\, November 9 – 6:30 p.m. – Nash Elementary School\,100 Burton \n  \nFriday\, November 10 – 8:00 a.m. – Sixth Grade Center at Texas Middle School\, 2015 Kennedy Lane \n  \nFriday\, November 10 – 9:00 a.m. – Morriss Elementary School\, 4826 University Park \n  \nFriday\, November 10 – 9:15 a.m. – Highland Park Elementary School\, 401 West 25th Street \n  \nFriday\, November 10 – 1:30 p.m. – Waggoner Creek Elementary School\, 6335 Gibson Lane \n  \nFriday\, November 10 – 1:45 p.m. – Westlawn Elementary School. 410 Westlawn Drive
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/tisd-campuses-host-veterans-day-activities/
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SUMMARY:The Texarkana Museums System will host a Gatsby Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:The Texarkana Museums System will host a Gatsby Extravaganza on November 4\, 2017 to benefit the Ace of Clubs House at Silvermoon on Broad.  Event starts at 7:00 pm and 1920s style food\, fashion and festivities will abound starting with period style dress being encouraged.  Compete in the costume contests for Best Dressed Gal\, Best Dressed Gent\, Best Dressed Couple and Best Shoe. \nVintage cars will be around including a Model T and you’ll find lots of history on the roaring 20’s (hey\, we sort of like history here at the Museums System) including popular parlor games and other festivities.  And – we’ll have some parlor games to keep you busy throughout the night when you’re not fox trotting to the t.\n‘s styliong of our band Three of A Kind.\n\nWe’re committed to raising the funds the Ace of Clubs House needs and putting this showcase back into action in our community.  With monthly events already occurring\, we’re swinging the doors wide open – you’ll have the chance at Saturday’s Gatsby Extravaganza to bid on some outstanding Auction Packages that all center around the Ace of Clubs House.  Murder Mystery Dinner Parties and Game Nights to name a few.\n\nShoes from the Olivia Smith Moore collection will also be on display.\n\nTickets are 50 per person and include food provided by Pecan Point and for us\, prohibition is a thing of the past!  Tickets available through Facebook\, EventBrite.com and at all museum locations.  Tickets available at the door until sold out.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/texarkana-museums-system-will-host-gatsby-extravaganza/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Event
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SUMMARY:Red River Athletic Conference
DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, the Texas A&M University-Texarkana women’s soccer team will host a Red River Athletic Conference first-round playoff match on Saturday\, Nov. 4\, at 2 p.m. at Eagle Field on the A&M-Texarkana campus\, 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \n  \nThe Eagles qualified as the #3 seed and will take on #6 seed University of the Southwest of Hobbs\, New Mexico. \n  \nA&M-Texarkana will host the RRAC men’s and women’s soccer championships with the semifinals and championship game in Texarkana on consecutive days\, Nov. 9-10. \n  \nWomen’s qualifiers include Louisiana State University Alexandria (#1 seed)\, Wiley College (#2 seed)\, Texas A&M University-Texarkana (#3 seed)\, Huston-Tillotson University (#4 seed)\, University of St. Thomas (#5 seed) and University of the Southwest (#6 seed). \n  \nMen’s qualifiers include the University of Houston-Victoria (#1 seed)\, Our Lady of the Lake University (#2 seed)\, University of the Southwest (#3 seed)\, Louisiana State University Alexandria (#4 seed)\, Huston-Tillotson University (#5 seed) and University of St. Thomas (#6 seed). \n  \n“For the first time in A&M-Texarkana’s history\, we are thrilled to host a first-round playoff match at Eagle Field\,” said Michael Galvan\, director of athletics. “We hope the entire community will join us on Saturday to watch our Eagles play some incredible soccer and then come back next week to watch the RRAC tournament action.” \n  \nFor more information\, visit: http://www.redriverconference.com/-rrac-womens-soccer-tournament and http://www.redriverconference.com/17/1/-rrac-mens-soccer-tournament.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/red-river-athletic-conference/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:Arkansas Adult Education hosts Arkansas' Night In.
DESCRIPTION:What:\nArkansas Adult Education will host Arkansas’ Night In\, a simultaneous open house at its 36 adult education centers around the state to raise awareness about adult education programs and the success of those who have completed a program. Students and graduates of Adult Education programs will share their stories of success as well as business owners who employ graduates. \nWho:\n Arkansas Adult Education Division of Arkansas Department of Career Education\n Dr. Charisse Childers\, director\, Arkansas Department of Career Education\n Dr. Trenia Miles\, deputy director\, Arkansas Department of Career Education\, Adult Education\nDivision\n Arkansas Adult Education students and graduates \nWhen and Where:\n Wednesday\, November 8\, 2017\n 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.\n Adult Education Centers statewide \nWhy:\nMore than 36 million American adults struggle to read\, write\, do math\, and use technology above a third grade level. In Arkansas\, 528\,611 or 18% of the population need Adult Education and training. Adult education graduates are more likely to be employed full-time and minimum wage workers increased wages by 18 to 25 percent within 18 months of exiting an adult education program. \nFor more information about Arkansas’ Night In\, contact Stephanie Jackson at 501.492.4900 or Stephanie@designgroupmarketing.com.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/arkansas-adult-education-hosts-arkansas-night/
CATEGORIES:Arkansas
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SUMMARY:Balloon Release in Honor of Kipp
DESCRIPTION:A balloon release will be held for Kipp Roberts on October 29\,2017 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. The balloons will be $1.00 and markers will be available for those who want to write messages on them. There will be drinks and baked goods for sale and a raffle will also be held.  \nThis balloon release is not just for Kipp\, but for all babies lost to SIDS. All proceeds will be donated to the Owlet company who is matching  dollar per dollar in Owlet safety sock monitors. As of now\, they have raiseed $2\,225 \nFor more information\, please contact Kim at kacampbell76@yahoo.com
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/balloon-release-honor-kipp/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171026T080000
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SUMMARY:Texarkana to Host Governor’s Small Business Forum
DESCRIPTION:The City of Texarkana\, Texas\, in partnership with the Governor’s Office\, the Texas Workforce Commission\, and Workforce Solutions of Northeast Texas\, will be hosting a free Small Business Forum October 26 from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Texarkana\, Texas Convention Center. \nLocal entrepreneurs and small business owners are invited to attend the forum and can register here. The event will include complementary breakfast and lunch for attendees. Guests will hear from a variety of local experts as they share their insight and experiences in the world of small business ownership. \n“We are very excited to host the Governor’s Small Business Forum in Texarkana\,” said Shirley Jaster\, interim city manager. “It is an honor to have such a beneficial event here\, and we are looking forward to highlighting the resources that Texarkana and the state of Texas has to offer small business owners.” \nKeynote speakers include Sonja Hubbard\, CEO of EZ-Mart\, and Bryan Daniel\, Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism. Panel discussions and presentations will cover finance\, real estate\, intellectual property and employment law. \nFor more information\, contact Lisa Thompson at lisa.thompson@txkusa.org or 903-798-1743.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/texarkana-host-governors-small-business-forum/
CATEGORIES:City Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171014T120000
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SUMMARY:A&M-Texarkana Alumni Association seeks teams for chili cook-off at homecoming tailgate
DESCRIPTION:The Texas A&M University-Texarkana Alumni Association is seeking chili teams for the 3rd Annual Eagle Chili Fest and Tailgate on Saturday\, Oct. 14\, on the University Center lawn of the A&M-Texarkana campus\, 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \n  \nThere is no cost to enter the competition. Trophies will be awarded to the team with the best overall chili/first place and for second place\, third place\, showmanship and the people’s choice. \n  \nTeams may begin set up at 9 a.m. A minimum of three gallons must be prepared so there is enough for distribution to the public. \n  \nThe Eagle Chili Fest and Tailgate will open to the public at 12 p.m. Admission is free; however\, one-time purchase chili sampling bowls will be available for $5\, with proceeds benefiting student scholarships. \n  \nTailgate activities will include a balloon artist\, bounce houses\, music and more. \n  \nThe tailgate will continue until 3 p.m. when the Eagles women’s soccer team takes on Louisiana State University Alexandria in a homecoming matchup. Homecoming queen and king will be crowned between the women’s and the men’s match\, which begins at 5 p.m. \n  \n“The Eagle Chili Fest and Tailgate has quickly become a tradition at A&M-Texarkana with more than 20 teams participating in last year’s cook-off\,” said Mark Missildine with the Texas A&M University-Texarkana Alumni Relations office. “We invite the entire Texarkana community to come out and join our Eagle family for an afternoon of great chili\, family fun and action-packed collegiate soccer.” \n  \nFor more information on the Texas A&M University-Texarkana Alumni Association 3rd Annual Eagle Chili Fest and Tailgate and to register a team\, contact Mark Missildine in Alumni Relations at Mark.Missildine@tamut.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/texarkana-alumni-association-seeks-teams-chili-cook-off-homecoming-tailgate/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:A&M-Texarkana sets 2017 Homecoming Glow/Costume 5K Fun Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION:Texas A&M University-Texarkana will sponsor a Glow/Costume 5K Fun Run/Walk on Friday\, Oct. 13\, at 8 p.m. during the 2017 Homecoming Week celebration. \nThe event is open to the public and will begin at the University Center on the A&M-Texarkana campus\, 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \nParticipants should arrive on campus by 7:30 p.m.\, as the university will close the parking lot for runners. \nRegistration is $15 per person. All participants who register in advance will receive a T-shirt and LED head lamp. \nThere will be a lighted path along the route\, as well as stations where participants will be sprayed with safe\, washable UV reactive glow paint as they run/walk the course. There will be a black-light photo opportunity at the end of the course. \n“The event is ideal for families and a great\, fun way to do something active on a Friday night\,” said Celeste McNiel\, director of Student Life. \nTo register\, visit http://bit.ly/2wA70ZA. For more information\, contact McNiel at Celeste.McNiel@tamut.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/texarkana-sets-2017-homecoming-glowcostume-5k-fun-runwalk/
CATEGORIES:5K
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SUMMARY:HUGE DANCE LINE DOWNTOWN OCT. 7
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 7\, Main Street Texarkana is hosting their third annual fundraiser\, Dine on the Line\, with dinner\, a fall market\, live music and dancing right in the middle of the street on State Line Avenue. \n  \nThis year there will be a special opportunity for fun and celebration of Texarkana’s “twins” status with a coordinated State Line Line Dance\, featuring our own local Dusty Rose Band. The line dance will take place around 6 that evening and is open to groups from all over this area. It will be the cornerstone of this year’s Dine on the Line event.  \n  \nGroups interested in taking part in the Line Dance need to register ahead of time and will then be sent a step-by-step video of the dance\, written just for this event\, the T-Town Boogie (inspired by and many thanks to the country & western classic by Brooks & Dunn\, “The Boot-Scootin Boogie”). Teams who show up to dance in team colors (matching t-shirts\, fun or crazy garb\, or the like) will receive free entrance to the event\, but will need to purchase tickets if they plan to eat dinner and enjoy the rest of the evening. Various awards will be given for categories like largest group\, best dancers\, best outfits\, etc. \n  \nIn addition to the Line Dance\, DOTL 2017 will also feature a fall marketplace of vendors\, a kids’ area & special kids’ meal from Johnny B’s\, and of course dinner at the longest table on State Line from downtown’s own Pecan Point and Verona Restaurant. The Dusty Rose Band will provide music all evening\, from 4-9pm. Tickets are available online through Sept 30 at www.dotl2017.eventbrite.com and are $25 for adults and $10 for kids 12 & under.  \n  \nC’mon\, git on down to Downtown and Boogie!  \n  \nFor questions or to register\, reach out to Main Street Texarkana through Facebook\, email jmorriss3@cableone.net\, or call Main Street Texarkana at 903.792.7191. \n 
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/huge-dance-line-downtown-oct-7/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Event
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SUMMARY:Dine on the Line 2017
DESCRIPTION:Dine on the Line 2017\nSaturday\, October 7\, 2017\n4pm – 9pm on State Line Avenue in front of the Post Office/Courthouse\nMain Street Texarkana’s third annual fundraiser offering food\, live music and fun for the entire family. Bringing Arkansas and Texas together right on the state line to celebrate and support historic Downtown Texarkana!\nFor tickets and more info visit Dine on the Line
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/dine-line-2017/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Event
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SUMMARY:A&M-Texarkana Alumni Association sets 2017 Eagle Roundup:  A Community Celebration of Distinguished Alumni and Faculty
DESCRIPTION:The Texas A&M University-Texarkana Alumni Association has announced honorees for the 2017 Eagle Roundup: A Community Celebration of Distinguished Alumni and Faculty set for Thursday\, Oct. 12\, at 6:30 p.m. on the Eagle Lawn at 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \nMark Bledsoe (MSIS ‘89) of the United Way of Greater Texarkana and Nicole Raley (BAAS ‘04) of Farmers Bank & Trust are serving as co-chairs for the event. Both say this year’s celebration\, which is set during A&M-Texarkana’s Homecoming Week\, promises to be exciting and entertaining. \nDistinguished alumni honorees include Francine Francis of CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System\, LaTonya McElroy of Mayo Manufacturing\, Inc.\, Rachael Schwartz-Potter of Farmers Bank & Trust and Ken Reese of Humco. \nLaura Spencer of Texarkana\, Texas\, will be honored with the A&M-Texarkana Pioneer Award and Buddy Allen of Texarkana\, Arkansas\, will receive the Spirit of A&M-Texarkana Award. Distinguished faculty award recipient is Dr. Nurul Alam\, professor of biology. \nFrancine Francis of Texarkana\, Texas\, serves as director of marketing and communications at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System\, the largest single employer in the four states region and one of the top 10 Catholic health systems in the nation. Born at St. Michael Hospital\, Francis graduated from Arkansas High School and attended Texarkana College. She worked as a newspaper reporter prior to joining the CHRISTUS St. Michael team in 1983\, where she provides leadership for marketing\, communications and a myriad of other activities. She received a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences with a concentration in organizational leadership from A&M-Texarkana in 2011 and has two sons\, Chad Francis and Greg Francis\, and four grandchildren\, Dawson\, Tyler\, Bruce and Lauren. Active in the community\, she enjoys working out with friends and cycling with a riding group. \nLaTonya Darneish McElroy of Texarkana\, Texas\, serves as the director of human resources at Mayo Manufacturing\, Inc. She obtained a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences from A&M-Texarkana in 2009\, a Master of Business Administration from the university in 2014\, the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) designation in 2010 and the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation in 2015. McElroy began working in human resources in 2005 at the Red River Credit Union and went on to work as human resources coordinator at the Texarkana Independent School District. She is a 10-year member and past president of the Tri-State Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) Chapter\, a member and multiple scholarship recipient of SHRM’s national organization\, a Junior Achievement volunteer\, a member of the United Way Board of Directors and Campaign Cabinet\, and a member of the A&M-Texarkana Alumni Association Board of Directors. She and her husband\, Arthur\, have five children – Kristian\, Brandy\, Kaylin\, Kaléa and AJ. \nRachael Schwartz-Potter of Texarkana\, Arkansas\, is the vice president and marketing manager for Farmers Bank & Trust. Prior to joining the Farmers team in 2013\, she served as development director at Harvest Texarkana Regional Food Bank\, Inc. and marketing coordinator for Crocker’s Jewelers in Texarkana. Rachael received a Master of Business Administration from A&M-Texarkana in 2012 and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas in 2009. In 2016\, she completed the Certified Financial Marketing Professional designation. Rachael graduated from Ashdown High School in 2005. While at the University of Arkansas\, she served as Razorback majorette captain\, Razorback Diamond Doll assistant captain and a nonprofit fundraising representative for the University of Arkansas National Phone Campaign. She currently serves as a board member for the Arkansas Bankers Association Emerging Leaders Section Council\, Eagle Impact for A&M-Texarkana\, and as secretary for the Partnership for the Pathway Board of Directors. She is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Texarkana\, Women for A&M Texarkana\, and the Leadership Texarkana Leadership Team. She met her husband Josh Potter at an Opportunities Inc. fundraiser in Texarkana\, and they married in September of this year. She enjoys attending various events in Texarkana and Arkansas Razorback athletic events. \n  \nKen Reese of Texarkana\, Texas\, president of the Humco division in Texarkana\, graduated from A&M-Texarkana with a Bachelor of General Studies in 1994 and a Master of Education in Educational Administration in 2011. He began his career at Walmart\, where he worked for 12 years\, advancing to the role of vice president for operations. In 2008\, he joined the Texarkana Independent School District as chief of operations and was eventually promoted to chief operating officer. Reese joined Humco in 2012\, advancing to the position of president. He has served on the Texarkana College Board of Trustees and in a number of community leadership roles. \nLaura Spencer graduated from Macedonia High School in 1966 and received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and Psychology from A&M-Texarkana in 1977 and a Master of Science in Guidance Counseling from A&M-Texarkana in 1978. As a licensed social worker\, she was employed by the Texas Department of Human Services\, where she provided services to the elderly and disabled until her retirement in May 1999. An accomplished volunteer and member of Macedonia Baptist Church\, she has served as a member of the Women for A&M-Texarkana\, the A&M-Texarkana Alumni Association Board of Directors\, Macedonia Alumni Board of Directors\, Tri Schools Alumni Board of Directors\, Libery-Eylau Community Educational Council and numerous other boards and organizations. Among her numerous recognitions are the Distinguished Alumni Award from Macedonia High School\, Tri Schools Community Service Award\, RSVP Community Service Award\, Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award\, Serenity Hospice Volunteer of the Year Award\, State of Texas House of Representatives Community Service Award\, Humana Volunteer Award\, Zeta Phi Beta Tribute to African-American Women Award\, H.E. Markham Community Service Award and Texarkana Women’s Conference Women of Distinction Community Service Award. \nBuddy Allen has been a resident of Texarkana\, Arkansas\, since 1994. He is a graduate of Huntingdon College and The Executive Program\, Darden School of Business\, University of Virginia\, and was employed in the paper industry for 45 years where he had an opportunity to manage two “world class” paper manufacturing facilities including the Domtar\, Ashdown mill. He was recognized by the international organization of the Paper Industry Management Association as Mill Manager of the Year in 2005. He also received the Paper Industry Management Excellence Award from the Center for Paper Business and Industry Standards. He has been very active in the Texarkana USA community\, serving on many boards including an interim stint as president/CEO of the Texarkana Chamber of Commerce. He also chaired the Arkansas Alternative Energy Commission and the Arkansas Forestry and Paper Council at the state level. He currently serves on the A&M-Texarkana Foundation Board of Directors and is past chairman of the A&M-Texarkana Eagle Club.  Buddy and his wife\, Carolyn\, are members of Williams United Methodist Church where he serves on the Finance Committee. \nDr. Nurul Alam has served on the faculty of Texas A&M University-Texarkana since 2006. As a professor of biology\, Dr. Alam is a student-focused facilitator of learning and a mentor both in and outside of the classroom.  Dr. Alam teaches Cell and Molecular Biology\, Microbiology\, Genetics\, Seminar in Biology and Biology for Non-Majors. Because of his engaging teaching style\, enrollment in these courses has grown significantly in the past decade\, with fall 2017 showing record numbers of students enrolled in both Molecular Biology and Microbiology. Dr. Alam’s research interests include microbial source tracking\, molecular mechanisms of human factor H and environmental monitoring. He also serves as the university’s pre-health adviser and director of the Joint Admissions Medical Program (JAMP). \nPresentation of the Distinguished Alumni Awards began in 1982. The Distinguished Faculty Award was introduced in 1999. \n“A&M-Texarkana has a rich tradition of honoring distinguished alumni and faculty for their accomplishments in their careers and in the community\,” Bledsoe said. “We are delighted to announce these prominent recipients and invite the entire community to join us in celebrating their achievements.” \nThe Eagle Roundup will include an old-fashioned barbecue with all of the trimmings\, Raley added. \n“We’ll have amazing food\, a great silent auction\, fantastic music and an enjoyable program to recognize our distinguished alumni\, faculty member and pioneer and spirit honorees\,” she said. “It’s going to be a wonderful celebration.” \nTexarkana party band Split Decision\, featuring A&M-Texarkana alumnus and faculty member Selena Jefferies\, will headline the event. Tickets are $35. \n“Corporations\, individuals and organizations sponsoring the 2017 Eagle Roundup provide much-needed funds for student scholarships at A&M-Texarkana\,” Bledsoe said. “An investment in scholarships at A&M-Texarkana is an investment in the future of our community\, our state and our region.” \nTickets are available online at http://bit.ly/TAMUTAdvancement or by contacting Mark Missildine in Alumni Relations at Mark.Missildine@tamut.edu or (903) 223-3153.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/texarkana-alumni-association-sets-2017-eagle-roundup-community-celebration-distinguished-alumni-faculty/
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SUMMARY:Cafe 511 hosts fundraiser for Gathering of Authors
DESCRIPTION:This Friday Café 511 will host fundraiser for local charitable organization\, The Gathering of Authors. \nStop by 511 East 51st Street anytime from 11:00 am– 11:00 pm and 10% of your purchase will be donated directly to the organization. \nThe Gathering of Authors promotes childhood literacy\, and donated all proceeds to St. Jude’s and the local chapter supporting Arkansas Children’s Hospital. \nTo learn more\, or to make a donation\, please visit www.gatheringofauthors.com or contact Amanda Bowers at 903.556.2972 or Tammy Thompson 903.701.1205.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/cafe-511-hosts-fundraiser-gathering-authors/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170913T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170913T170000
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SUMMARY:Seniors on the Go!
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Student Success at University of Arkansas Cossatot will host a Seniors On The Go! event\ntargeting community members over the age of 50. \nThe free events will be held on each campus and will highlight services the community college offers\nseniors. Light refreshments will be served. \nSeniors On The Go! will be held at the Ashdown Campus on September 12 at 1:30 p.m.\, at the De\nQueen Campus on September 13 at 1:30 p.m.\, and at the Nashville Campus on September 14 at 1:30 p.m. \nInformation about veteran services\, college courses\, financial aid\, personal development courses\, and\nnutrition education will be shared.  \nThere will also be an UAC Rocks rock painting activity. \nAttendees should RSVP to Erika Buesnrrosto at 870-584- 1133 by 4:00 p.m. on September 8.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/seniors-on-the-go/
CATEGORIES:Arkansas
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170911T190000
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SUMMARY:Trinity Baptist 10th annual Sportsman Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Baptist Church is holding their 10th annual Sportsman Banquet. The event will be on September 11\, 2017 at Trinity Baptist. Doors open at 5:00\, admission is free\, dinner will be served free of charge and there are door prizes. Along with the door prizes\, there will be an adult gun and a youth gun given away. There will be a guest speaker\, Clay Dyer Professional Bass Fisherman who was born without arms or legs.  Contact Peggy Owenby for more information at: Peggy.Owenby@ardot.gov
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/trinity-baptist-10th-annual-sportsman-banquet/
CATEGORIES:Church Event,Nonprofit Event
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SUMMARY:Free gardening workshop
DESCRIPTION:Texas A&M University-Texarkana and the Bowie County Master Gardeners will host a free gardening workshop on “Raised Beds and Compost Tea” on Monday\, Sept. 11\, at 6 p.m. in Science and Technology 306 on the A&M-Texarkana campus\, 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \n  \nRaised garden beds are great for growing small plots of vegetables and flowers. They keep pathway weeds from the soil\, prevent soil compaction\, provide good drainage and serve as barriers to pests such as snails. \n  \nCompost tea is made by steeping compost in water. It is used as either a foliar spray or a soil drench\, depending on the needs of the plant. \nThe Bowie County Master Gardeners is a volunteer organization of horticultural enthusiasts. Master Gardeners receive extensive training in horticulture and provide volunteer service through approved projects in their communities. \nTo register for the class\, contact Shelley Caraway\, executive director of Extended Education and Community Development\, at (903) 334-6683 or write to EECD@tamut.ed
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/free-gardening-workshop/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170908T080000
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SUMMARY:Texas A&M University-Texarkana to host youth softball clinic
DESCRIPTION:Texas A&M University-Texarkana will host a youth softball hitting and fielding clinic Sunday\, Sept. 24\, at Bramlett Field at Spring Lake Park\, 4303 North Park Road\, Texarkana\, Texas. \n  \nThere will be a free session using an 11-inch softball for youth ages 6-10 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Only 40 slots are available. \n  \nThe clinic for youth ages 10 to 8th grade using a 12-inch softball is set for 12-3 p.m. Cost is $45. Pre-registered participants will receive a T-shirt. Only 40 slots are available. \n  \nParticipants must bring a bat\, glove\, cleats and a water bottle. \n  \nFor registration details\, visit “Camps” at tamuteagles.com. \n  \nA&M-Texarkana will have its inaugural softball season in spring 2018 under the leadership of Coach Marie Stone. Games will be played at Bramlett Field. \n  \nFor more information about the clinic\, contact A&M-Texarkana Athletics Business Manager Jordan Logan at athletics@tamut.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/texas-university-texarkana-host-youth-softball-clinic/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:Arkansas Ticket Sales\, Shuttle\, and Pre-Game Activities
DESCRIPTION:The Razorback versus Tiger showdown will take place at Razorback Stadium on Friday\, September 8\, at 7:30 p.m. Fans are encouraged to get their tickets early. AHS vs. THS ticket sales will be September 5 – September 7 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and September 8 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Texarkana Arkansas School District Administration Building located at 3435 Jefferson Avenue (no tickets will be sold at the gate). All seats are reserved – there are no general admission ticket sales for this game. Ticket prices are $10.  AHS student tickets are $5 (Arkansas High Students may purchase their student tickets during lunch period only). No tickets will be sold at the gate and the gates will open at 5:30 p.m. Stadium rules and regulations will be enforced – no smoking\, no sagging and due to AAA rules\, air horns are not permitted. \nShuttle service from the AHS student parking lot is FREE to all ticket holders. All shuttle riders will go through security screening. Razorback fans will need to enter the Home parking lot from 18th Street and Jefferson Avenue. Tiger fans will park in the Visitor-side parking lot and will only have access to the Visitor parking lot from Highway 67. Stadium parking is FREE. \nThe community is invited to attend the Razorbacks’ Orange Crush Breakfast and pep rally at Burhman Field located next to Arkansas High School. Admission is $3 and the gates will open at 7:30 a.m. – breakfast will include Orange Crush soda and Tiger Tail donuts. The Razorback pep rally will take place in the AHS gym at 3:15 p.m.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/arkansas-ticket-sales-shuttle-pre-game-activities/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170830T080000
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SUMMARY:TC hosts Texas Tribune Conversation with TX Sen. Hughes & Rep. VanDeaver
DESCRIPTION:Texarkana College is honored to announce an open-to-the-public Texas Tribune event to be held on the TC campus on Wednesday\, August 30\, 2017\, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. The Texas Tribune is known around the state as an authoritative non-partisan online news media organization informing and engaging Texans about public policy\, politics\, government and statewide issues. Its mission is to bring greater transparency and accountability to public policy\, politics and government through news\, data and events. \nEVENT DETAILS:\nTHE TEXAS TRIBUNE PRESENTS\nA Conversation with Texas Senator Hughes and Representative VanDeaver \nPlease join Texarkana College and the Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with state Sen. Bryan Hughes and state Rep. Gary VanDeaver\, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Registration is required to attend- admission is free and open to the public. \nRegister by clicking the event registration link and entering your information on the site: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conversation-with-sen-hughes-and-rep-vandeaver-registration-36152357675 \nEVENT DATE AND TIME: \nWed\, August 30\, 2017\n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM\nTexarkana College\nTruman Arnold Student Center\n2500 N. Robison Road \n*A light lunch will be provided \nSenator Bryan Hughes\, R-Mineola\, is currently serving his first term representing Senate District 1. He serves as vice chairman of the Senate State Affairs Committee and sits on the Administration\, Criminal Justice and Education committees. Previously\, Hughes served seven terms in the Texas House and was a member of the board of trustees of the Stewards Foundation. \nRepresentative Gary VanDeaver\, R-New Boston\, has represented House District 1 since 2015. He serves as vice chairman of the House Administration Committee and sits on the Public Education and Appropriations committees\, as well as the Subcommittee on Educator Quality. Previously\, VanDeaver worked as a rural educator and served as the superintendent of New Boston Independent School District. \nThis event will be held in the Texarkana College Great Room\, located on the second floor of the Truman Arnold Student Center on the Texarkana College campus. The event is free and open to the public and includes a light lunch. Complimentary visitor parking is available in the parking lots surrounding the Student Center. \nMore information is available on the Texas Tribune website at https://www.texastribune.org/
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/tc-hosts-texas-tribune-conversation-tx-sen-hughes-rep-vandeaver/
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SUMMARY:WWE LIVE
DESCRIPTION:See Randy Orton vs. WWE Champion Jinder Mahal in a Last Man Standing Match tonight at 7:00 p.m. at the Four States Fair Entertainment Center. \nUS Championship Match – US Champion AJ Styles vs. Kevin Owens \nSmackDown Championship Three Way Match – New Day vs. WWE Tag Team Champions – The Usos vs. Breezango \nPlus\, see Charlotte Flair\, Becky Lynch\, Ms. Money in the bank Carmella and more! \nVisit here for more information and to purchase tickets.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/wwe-live/
CATEGORIES:Four States
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SUMMARY:TAMU-T  hosts lecture on modern conflict between science and Christianity
DESCRIPTION:The Program for Learning and Community Engagement (PLACE) at Texas A&M University-Texarkana will open its 2017-18 lecture series Thursday\, Sept. 14\, with a program by Dr. Josh Reeves titled “Towards Understanding the Modern Conflict Between Science and Christianity” at 7 p.m. in Eagle Hall of the University Center on the A&M-Texarkana campus at 7101 University Ave.\, Texarkana\, Texas. \nThe free event is open to the public. \n“More than any other group\, evangelical Christians often express doubts about theories backed by the consensus of the scientific community\,” Dr. Reeves said in explaining his presentation. “This lecture will address three background issues that help explain science skepticism among Christians. This talk is not meant to solve modern controversies\, but to help the audience to better understand the issues\, regardless of religious belief.” \nDr. Reeves is an assistant professor in Science and Religion in the philosophy department at Samford University in Birmingham\, Alabama. He is a graduate of Cambridge University and Boston University and completed a postdoctoral position in the Heyendaal Program for Theology and Science at Radboud University in the Netherlands. \n  \nHe is co-author of “A Little Book for New Scientists” and has published articles in journals such as Zygon\, the Journal of Religion\, and Theology and Science. He is currently working on a book on Christian skepticism towards scientific experts. \nPLACE is a faculty-led program designed to create a community of learners comprising A&M-Texarkana students\, faculty\, staff and the community at large. PLACE chooses an annual theme around which to organize a lecture series and other activities that provide focal points for learning and discussion. This year’s theme is “Science and Technology.” \nDr. Reeves’ lecture is one of several offered as part of a special lecture series\, “Conversations on Science and Religion\,” that will be part of this year’s PLACE curriculum. \n“This year’s theme of science and technology is going to allow us to take our conversations in some interesting directions\,” said Dr. Corrine Hinton\, PLACE chair. “Not only do the fields of science and technology contribute meaningfully in their own right\, they also make important contributions to issues of interest in other fields like education\, religion\, philosophy\, art\, psychology\, sociology\, rhetoric\, political science and history. I am very excited to see what this year has in store for us.” \nFall 2017 PLACE events include the following: \n  \nSeptember \nThursday\, Sept. 14 – Dr. Josh Reeves\, Guest Lecture: Conversations on Science and Religion\, “Towards Understanding the Modern Conflict between Science and Christianity\,” 7 p.m.\, Eagle Hall\, University Center \nWednesday\, Sept. 20 – Dr. Godpower Okereke\, Open Lecture\, “Internet Deviance\,” 1:30-2:45 p.m.\, University Center 217 \nThursday\, Sept. 28 – Library Book Club Discussion\, Joelle Charbonneau’s “Need” moderated by Dr. Angie Sikorski\, 12:15-1:30 p.m.\, Tri-State Iron & Metal Atrium\, University Center \nThursday\, Sept. 28 – Dr. Jerry Sheehan\, Guest Lecture\, “Technology\, Complexity and Change: Today and Tomorrow’s Creative Frictions\,” 7 p.m.\, Eagle Hall\, University Center \n  \nOctober \nTuesday\, Oct. 3 –  Dr. Lena Dobson\, Guest Lecture\, “Concussions and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE): What we do not know\,” 7-8:15 p.m.\, University Center 210 \nWednesday\, Oct. 4 – Arklatex Robotics Showcase\, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.\, Eagle Hall\, University Center \nMonday\, Oct. 9 – Dr. Angie Sikorski\, Open Lecture\, “Learning\, Memory and Beyond: Toward the Reality of the Bionic Woman and Six Million Dollar Man\,” 6-7:15 p.m.\, University Center 217 \nWednesday\, Oct. 11 – Dr. Doug Julien\, Open Lecture: Conversations on Science and Religion\, “’God is dead. God remains dead. And we [science] have killed him’: Deconstructing ‘The Parable of the Madman’\,” 11 a.m.\, University Center 217 \nFriday\, Oct. 13 – Movie Night\, “Invisible Man\,” 6 p.m.\, Eagle Lounge\, University Center \nWednesday\, Oct. 18 – Library Book Club Discussion\, George Orwell’s “1984” moderated by Dr. Doug Julien\, 12:15-1:30 p.m.\, Tri-State Iron & Metal Atrium\, University Center \nThursday\, Oct. 19 – Dr. Kris Lane\, Guest Lecture\, “Worth a Peru: Silver\, Technological Innovation and Environmental Degradation in Sixteenth-Century South America\,” 7 p.m.\, University Center 217 \nWednesday\, Oct. 25 – Ben Lindsey and the Success Center\, Common Reader Book Discussion\, “Flat World: Quantum Theory and Superstition in a Demon Haunted World\,” 12-1 p.m.\, Tri-State Iron & Metal Atrium\, University Center \nSaturday\, Oct. 28 – Mad Science on Demand\, Drama Program\, 8-9:30 p.m.\, Eagle Hall\, University Center \n  \nNovember \nTuesday\, Nov. 7 – Third Annual Distance Learning Week Mini-Conference\, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.\, Eagle Hall\, University Center \nWednesday\, Nov. 8 – Book Club Discussion\, Carl Sagan’s “The Demon-Haunted World” moderated by Dr. David Allard\, 12:15-1:30 p.m.\, Tri-State Iron & Metal Atrium\, University Center \nThursday\, Nov. 9 – Fall Common Reader Luncheon with B. Gentry Lee\, NASA “A Passion for Knowledge\,” 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.\, Fourth Floor Atrium\, University Center \nThursday\, Nov. 9 – Fall Common Reader Keynote featuring B. Gentry Lee\, NASA “A Passion for Knowledge\,” 7-8:30 p.m.\, Eagle Hall\, University Center \nTuesday\, Nov. 14 – Dr. Walter Casey\, Open Lecture\, “Ethnics in Science\,” 1-2:15 p.m.\, University Center 217 \n  \nDecember \nMonday\, Dec. 4 – Dr. Walter Casey\, Open Lecture\, “Technology and Terrorism\,” 1:30-2:45 p.m.\, University Center 217 \nTuesday\, Dec. 5 – Dr. Ben Neuman\, Open Lecture\, “Scientific Evidence for Climate Change and Its Effect on Animals\,” 1-2:15 p.m.\, University Center 217 \n  \nFor more information on upcoming events\, visit the PLACE website at tamut.edu/PLACE or the PLACE pages on Facebook or Twitter @TAMUTPLACE. \nFor details\, contact Dr. Corrine Hinton\, PLACE chair\, at Corrine.Hinton@tamut.edu or Dr. Michael Perri at Michael.Perri@tamut.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/tamu-t-hosts-lecture-modern-conflict-science-christianity/
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SUMMARY:Hatch Camp 2017 to welcome new freshmen to TAMU-T
DESCRIPTION:New students at Texas A&M University-Texarkana will be welcomed to campus this fall at Hatch Camp 2017\, which promises to be an “egg-citing” first-year experience program for incoming Eagles. \nAt Hatch Camp\, a four-day orientation program\, first-year students are given opportunities to learn Eagle traditions\, make friends and find out more about life at A&M-Texarkana and in Texarkana USA. The camp is led by A&M-Texarkana students and the staff of the Office of Student Life. \nIn addition to meeting friends and making valuable connections\, Hatch Camp provides first-year students with opportunities to ask any questions they may have about life at A&M-Texarkana. \n“Hatch Camp is the perfect opportunity to introduce our new students to life as A&M-Texarkana Eagles\,” said Celeste McNiel\, director of Student Life. “Our goals are to acquaint them with campus expectations and traditions\, identify key student resources and how to access them\, and create space for healthy social connections. Having the chance to get to know new classmates before classes even begin really makes the first day of classes less daunting for a first-year student.” \nFollowing is the schedule of Hatch Camp events: \nThursday\, Aug. 24\n9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. – Freshmen Move-in – Bringle Lake Village\n6 p.m.-7 p.m. – Bringle Lake Village Freshman Resident Meeting – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n8-10:30 p.m. – Bringle Lake Village Freshman Mixer – Bringle Lake Village Courtyard \nFriday\, Aug. 25\n10-10:30 a.m. – Hatch Camp Check-in – University Center\n10:30-10:45 a.m. – Hatch Camp Kickoff and Welcome – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n10:45-11:30 a.m. – Student Government Association/Honor Code/Connect360/Program for Learning and Community Engagement/Common Reader Information Session – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Lunch – University Center\n1-2 p.m. – First Year Experience Mixer – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n2-3 p.m. – Academic Advising: Start with Success —Various Locations\n3-4 p.m. – Career Development: What’s In It For Me? – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n4:30-6 p.m. – “Take Back College” featuring Ryan Penneau – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n6:30-8 p.m. – Sand Volleyball and Grill-n-Chill – Bringle Lake Park West \nSaturday\, Aug. 26\n9:30-11 a.m. –Continental Breakfast – University Center\n10:30-11 a.m. — Morning Energizer — University Center\n11 a.m.-12 p.m. – Library Information Session – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n12-3 p.m. – Field Day and Freshman Lunch – University Center Lawn\n3-5 p.m. – Freshman Assembly – Eagle Hall\, University Center\n5-6 p.m. – Dinner – University Center\n6-7:30 p.m. – Playfair – University Center Lawn\n7:30-10 p.m. – Humans vs. Zombies – University Center \nSunday\, Aug. 27\n2-3 p.m. – Freshman Convocation – Eagle Hall\n3-4 p.m. – Convocation Reception- University Center Lobby\n7-9 p.m. – A&M-Texarkana Bowling Night – College Bowl\, 2424 College Dr.\, Texarkana\, Texas \nFor more information about Hatch Camp\, contact Celeste McNiel\, director of Student Life\, at Celeste.McNiel@tamut.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/hatch-camp-2017-welcome-new-freshmen-tamu-t/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:SAU plans events for students\, families at Blue & Gold Day on Aug. 22
DESCRIPTION:Southern Arkansas University\, in partnership with the city of Magnolia and Columbia County\, has announced the third annual Blue and Gold Day on Tuesday\, Aug. 22\, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. on the Magnolia Square. On this day\, the Magnolia community is encouraged to wear blue and gold in support of SAU and also to come out and enjoy a great evening of fellowship with its citizens. \n“We hope that everyone in town will come out and welcome our students back to Magnolia\,” Dr. Trey Berry\, SAU president\, said. “This event has become important to SAU as a way to start the new school year and also bring our town and university together.” \nThe free community event will feature several fun activities for the whole family to enjoy including face painting\, photo booths and bounce houses. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet SAU athletes\, listen to the SAU Marching Band\, eat nachos\, watch the Rodeo Team do some roping\, dunk volunteers and see who wins the “I’m the WeINNER” hot dog eating contest. \nSAU students new to the community will have the chance to visit the downtown merchants\, look for a church home and sign up for door prizes. \nThe event will also pay homage to the late David Butler\, who made Blue and Gold Day a reality. Butler\, who died suddenly on Sunday\, Aug. 13\, was prosecuting attorney for the 13th Judicial District and was also serving as the president of the Southern Arkansas University Alumni Association. \nButler will be honored with a moment of silence and a balloon release at 5:30 p.m. Berry\, Magnolia Mayor Parnell Vann\, and County Judge Larry Atkinson will then welcome visitors. \nA pep rally will follow at 5:45 p.m. The hot dog eating contest is slated for 6:30 p.m.\, and throughout the event\, students can participate in a treasure hunt. \nCUTLINES: \nbg15: Dr. Trey Berry\, president of SAU\, addresses the crowd at the 2016 Blue and Gold Day celebration. \nbg34: Patrons visit the Magnolia Square on Blue and Gold Day 2016. \n0020: An aerial view of the Courthouse Square on Blue and Gold Day 2016.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/sau-plans-events-students-families-blue-gold-day-aug-22/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:TISD hosts annual convocation
DESCRIPTION:TISD will welcome back members of the Tiger Family tomorrow – Friday\, August 18 – during our annual Convocation. \n  \nStart time is 8:30 a.m. in the Sullivan Performing Arts Center\, 3941 Summerhill Road.  Our Guest Speaker\, Aric Bostick\, will speak from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. followed by Superintendent Paul Norton. \n  \nAric is one of the nation’s leading motivational speakers and trainers.  As a former teacher\, he inspires educational audiences to achieve greater performance\, engagement and happiness.  Aric passionately infuses humor\, inspiration and simple techniques to initiate change for students\, educators\, parents and employees working to make a difference. \n  \nI hope you will be able to join us.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/tisd-hosts-annual-convocation/
CATEGORIES:School Event
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SUMMARY:Rachel Hale to open for Joe Diffie at Hope Watermelon Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hometown musical star and song writer Rachel Hale\, originally of Prescott\, AR\, now of Nashville\, TN\, has been added to the list to open for Joe Diffie at the 41st Annual Hope Watermelon Festival. Get your tickets today at www.uacch.edu.
URL:https://txktoday.com/eventscal/rachel-hale-open-joe-diffie-hope-watermelon-festival/
CATEGORIES:City Event
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