Scene by Carson: Here comes June!

Editor’s note: Amanda Carson recently graduated from Ole Miss where she wore a cocktail dress and high heels to football games at which tailgating was conducted in a tent adorned with a chandelier. Prior to this she attended a private school in Memphis at which Southern manners and etiquette were stressed — which does not explain her football game decisions. Anyway, Amanda will attempt to infuse her Southern experiences, exposure and education into the arts and entertainment scene in the Fort Smith/Van Buren region.

Well of course the big event this month is the Fort Smith Classic. If you haven’t heard, listen up! You do NOT have to be a golf enthusiast to have a great time at one of the number of great things the Fort Smith Classic has to offer.  But if you really feel there is nothing up your alley, there are also some fun events sprinkled in around the Fort Smith Classic’s full week of activities.

June 5
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Survivor day at Chick-fil-A. Meet “Survivor: Samoa” Natalie White and Russell Hantz at the Chick-fil-A on Rogers. Both will be taking photos and signing autographs for fans.

June 17
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Wine and art, it doesn’t get much more sophisticated than that. KUAF 91.3 National Public Radio is hosting their 12th Annual Wine Tasting benefit, held at the new Second Street Live! performing and visual arts center. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres with more than 100 wines and imported beers and a silent auction to boot. Tickets are $45 a person. Call 648-3993 to get yours.

June 19
Sunset
Are you a fan of Elvis? Of course, who isn’t? Well you are in luck. There is an outdoor showing of the documentary “Elvis: That’s the Way It Is” on the Chaffee Barbershop Museum lawn, which is where Elvis got his hair buzzed when he entered the Army in 1958. Bring lawn chairs, snacks and bug spray to enjoy a truly unique experience. It’s free too!

June 14
6 p.m.
Fort Smith Classic
The tournament kicks off with the Tee-Off Ball and the Dancing Fore a Cause event presented by ARVEST and held at the Phoenix Expo Trade & Event Center. Four local community leaders, Lea Taylor, Bennie Westphal, Brad Murphy and Bobby Lopez, will dance and raise money for the charity of their choice. Fort Smith Classic sponsors and volunteers get in Free, other guests are $50 dollars a head for great food and even greater entertainment! Must RSVP by calling the Tournament Office at 782-3410

June 15
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Fort Smith Classic
The Fort Smith Classic Family Festival presented by Wal-Mart at the Wal-Mart on Zero. PGA Touring professionals will be onsite to greet the community, sign autographs and share tips. There will be give-aways from a large assortment of Wal-Mart vendors in a carnival like atmosphere, which will feature an assortment of activities for kids as well.

June 16
8 p.m.
Fort Smith Classic
Par-Tee at the Rib Room with entertainment from John Daly, yes the pro golfer, will sing along with Johnny Lee and the Urban Cowboy Band!

June 17
7:30 a.m.
Fort Smith Classic
The First Round of professional play begins at Hardscrabble Country Club and guess who is playing, that’s right, John “Grip it and Rip it” Daly!

June 17
6:30 p.m.
The Cox Community Concert at the Fort Smith River Park with headliner Charlie Daniels!

June 18
7:30 a.m.
Fort Smith Classic
The Second Round of professional play begins and it is also Pink on the Links at Hardscrabble Country Club. Pink on the Links is a day dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer while providing a day of education and activities (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) that will appeal to women. Wear pink if you want to fit in! Must have a tournament grounds ticket to get in. 

Pink Zone Women’s Fair in the in-door tennis facility is sectioned into areas focused on health, beauty, sports and fun. There will be a Fashion Show Luncheon presented by First National Bank. Lunch comes with a Pink on the Links t-shirt for just $25, which benefits Susan G Komen for the Cure-Ozark and Donald W. Reynolds Cancer Support House. Pink Bundles can be purchased at selected First National Bank branches.

June 20
7:30a.m.
Fort Smith Classic
The Final Round of professional tournament play begins and is wrapped up with a Trophy Presentation and Champion’s Reception. Learn more about any Fort Smith Classic event and ticket sales by visiting the Fort Smith Classic website.
www.fortsmithclassic.com

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