Jonesboro Chamber Business Expo
Embassy Suites 223 Red Wolf Blvd., Jonesboro, ARThe Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, held in April, is known for its business-to-business scope. It is the largest expo in the state and gives hundreds of organizations, of all types and sizes, the opportunity to exhibit their products and services all under one roof.
FAFSA Night
Jonesboro Public Library 315 W Oak Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401Struggling to fill out your FAFSA form?Come to our FAFSA Night to find out valuable information on how to complete your FAFSA paperwork.
Financial aid advisors from regional colleges and universities will be on hand to answer your questions.
April 4th at 4:30pm in the Round Room
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
Community Room St. Bernard's Medical Tower 225 E Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401A monthly support group offering encouragement, education and helful informtation. It will give you the opportunity to surround yourself with people who understand and support your goals. This month’s topic is “Measuring Success.”
Breastfeeding Class
St. Bernard's Medical Center 225 East Washington Jonesboro, ARA breastfeeding class that will give you an extensive overview of what to expect while you are in the hospital & education on how to breastfeed your baby to give your infant all the nutrition he or she needs. The clinical experts will discuss any questions or concerns you may have regarding breastfeeding. Spouses, significant others, or family members are welcome to attend.
A-State Jazz Ensembles Spring Concert
The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401A-State Jazz EnsemblesMichael Medrick, director
Program:
Jazz Lab
Just Plain Talkin – Add Dameron, arr. Michael Medrick
Lil Karin – Benny Golson/Quincy Jones
Fly Me to the Moon – Bart Howard, arr. Quincy Jones
Something Slow – Jon Harlin
Aspects – Humberto Ramirez, arr. Medrick
Jazz Orchestra
Big Dipper – Thad Jones
Sweet Georgia Brown – Maceo Pinkard, arr. Bill Holman
Dr. Brian Graiser, vibraphone
Bass on Top Where Paul Likes It – Paul Chambers, arr. Dave Snider
Gabe Waters, bass
But Not for Me – George Gershwin/Ira Gershwin, arr. Scott Ragsdale
Brody King, vocal
Cold Tate Stomp – Alan Foust
Annual Parkinson’s Awareness Event
St. Bernard's Auditorium 505 E Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401An annual event to bring awareness to the Parkinson’s community about the services available to help navigate and thrive after diagnosis.
Ukulele Class and Jam Session
Jonesboro Public Library 315 W Oak Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401Learn the song, Que Sera Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be) by Jay Livingston and Raymond B. Evans.Sign ups start on April 1st
For ages 18+
15 Patrons can sign up to use one of the library ukuleles.
Fishing in the Natural State
Forrest L Wood Crowley's Ridge Nature Center 600 E Lawson Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72404The Fishing in the Natural State Program was created in 2016 for use in any Arkansas school. The primary focus is on grades 4-12. The program can also accommodate civic clubs and organizations. Although the primary goal of the program is to create lifelong anglers, so much more is included. The curriculum provided to schools includes eight units covering fish and fishing, ecology, habitats, and the human impact on the environment. These lessons can be used in any type of classroom including, but not limited to science, math, English and physical education.
Westside FFA Benefit Auction
Westside High SchoolLocated in the high school gym, we will have all kinds of great items and food as well. Please come out and support our awesome FFA members!
The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour
First National Bank Arena 217 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour – Presented by Jersey Mike’s is coming to First National Bank Arena on April 6, 2023! This time, every fan is getting in on the action…that means YOU! Grab your family and get ready for GLOBETROTTER game time!
Jonesboro Cycle Presents: Suzuki Demo Days
Come test ride the latest Suzuki motorcycles at Jonesboro Cycle & ATV.Valid motorcycle license is required with at least one year of street riding experience. Three years for Hayabusa and GSX-R models.
2023 Northeast Arkansas Humane Society Easter Bake Sale
Faith Free Will Baptist ChurchAttention bakers & people who enjoy baked goods! Join us Good Friday, April 7th, for our annual NEAHS Easter Bake Sale, our biggest fundraiser of the year!We need your cakes, pies, cheesecakes, cupcakes, cookies, muffins, scones, breads, candy, brownies, cinnamon rolls, dog & cat treats, gluten-free, sugar-free & keto items. Please package items for sale. Boxes & containers can be purchased at J & M Cakes or Hobby Lobby.
Drop off will be at Faith Free Will Church on April 6th from 4-7 pm or any time the day of the bake sale, April 7th, beginning at 7 am. PLUS! Photos with the Easter Bunny on Thursday, April 6th, from 4:30-6:30 pm with a minimum donation (take pics with your own phone or camera).
The sale begins bright & early on Friday, April 7th, at 7am. We will be doing a pre-order for Causbie Cakes from Kennett that can be picked up at the event beginning at 12:30 pm that day. (Will post the link in event page soon.) Those cakes will be $40 each & you will pre-pay via the form on our website. Strawberry & Angel Food Glazed will be available to order. These are delicious additions to any Easter meal & also freeze well if you want to serve at a future time. Any Causbie Cakes not pre-sold will be available to buyers when they arrive at approximately 12:30.
We will also have some great raffle items you can buy chances to win!
We will have our shelter shuttle parked out front so we may collect donations of supplies & food for the shelter that day if you would like to bring some.
We will accept cash, check, credit cards, paypal & Venmo.
Please make plans to make items & buy items & help us raise funds for the many, many animals we care for!
First Fridays at The Forum featuring The Aaron Headley Band & Clayton Herndon
The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401Come enjoy live music from The Aaron Headley Band with opener Clayton Herndon!
Open Water Scuba Diving Class
JT Dive Shop 1610 N Culberhouse St, Jonesboro, AR 72401Our classes so far this year have all been full! We’re opening up the water one more time in March for those who want to scuba dive over spring break! Come by and get registered today.
Brandy Lee Live
Cregeen's DowntownBrandy Lee returning to Cregeen’s! Don’t miss a great night of live music in Jonesboro, AR
22LR Know Your Limits Rifle Challenge
Jonesboro Sports Shooting Complex 3702 Moore Road Jonesboro, AR 72401Join us this Saturday, April 8th for our monthly 22LR Know Your Limits Rifle Challenge sponsored by United Pawnbrokers. 3 divisions. Signup at the range or
online here.
Limited space available. Prizes provided by United Pawnbrokers!
2023 Sonja D. Williams Scholarship Awards Breakfast
Embassy Suites 223 Red Wolf Blvd., Jonesboro, ARThe Jonesboro Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated presents the 2023 Sonja D. Williams Scholarship Awards Breakfast.đź“… April 8, 2023 at 9 am
đź“Ť Red Wolf Convention Center (Embassy Suites of Jonesboro)
🎟️ $30 for one, $50 for two
Limited tickets available. Purchase from any Jonesboro Alumnae Chapter member or via PayPal: https://forms.gle/tRfsErYiHjTzhLFb7
Lowe’s SpringFest Egg-Venture
Enjoy SpringFest with a family-friendly Lowe’s Egg-Venture! Come enjoy Easter treats for the whole family – the dog, too! Grab candy and pose for an Easter-themed photo.
Intro to Birding
Forrest L Wood Crowley's Ridge Nature Center 600 E Lawson Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72404Get all the tools, tips and inspiration you need to start your birdwatching journey. Learn some basic ID skills and put them to use on your first bird watching walk! Earn a Watchable Wildlife patch.
Second Annual Easter in the Park: Presented by Digo Ranch, Mind Align Counseling, and our Sponsors.
Craighead Forest ParkThis event will be held rain or shine.
Tabletop Game Day
Jonesboro Public Library 315 W Oak Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401Located in the Round Room at Craighead County Jonesboro Public LibraryMonthly, every 2nd Saturday – Noon to 5:00 PM
Free drop-in event for all ages! Enter to win free door prizes!
April 8th 12pm-5pm in the Round Room
Crawfish Boil at Lodge #498
Jonesboro Elks Lodge 2113 W Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401Members and Guests, please join us for our Annual Crawfish Boil here at Jonesboro Elks Lodge 498 on Saturday April 8th, starting at 5pm. While you are enjoying this awesome meal, you will be entertained by The Zach Childers Band. Tickets will be available in the lounge soon. Last years event was sold out, so get those tickets. A portion of the proceeds will support Domestic Violence Awareness Programs. Not A Member? You Should Be! See Y’all At the Elks!
Lucas Tyler Live
Cregeen's DowntownNoble Kings, Sleuthfoot, Discard, The Infinite Calling @ Brickhouse Grill
Brickhouse Grill 218 S Main St, Jonesboro, AR 72401Little Rock’s Noble Kings, Memphis’ Discard, Jonesboro’s own The Infinite Calling & Sleuthfoot welcome you to bang your heads, have some good food and a drink with us. Doors open at 8pm, $10 cover
Easter Community Springfest
Easter is time for celebration!
Jesus is alive and we celebrate everything that means for our lives, our families, and our community. Join us this Easter as we have a blow out party rejoicing that God has given us His Son in risen power.
You’re invited to Easter Service at 10AM on Easter, April 9th. Then afterward we will share a meal together and have games and fun for all ages.
FREE FOOD
YARD GAMES
EGG HUNT
LIVE MUSIC
GAMES FOR KIDS
COMMUNITY WIDE
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Easter Jam
Forest Home Church of the NazareneJoin us for EASTER JAM! We will have an egg hunt, games, family wo
St. Bernards Job Fair
Join us for an on-campus job fair, showcasing our many opportunities and benefits at St. Bernards. With a number of clinical and non-clinical openings, there is a spot for you on our team.Speak directly to our Talent Acquisition team about the many roles we have available. Our staff can help you find the perfect fit for your schedule, interests and career goals.
St. Bernards is the largest employer in northeast Arkansas, with over 4,000 individuals on our team. We offer all the benefits you expect and so much more. Join an organization voted Arkansas’ Best Places to Work by our own employees 10 years in a row.
This event will be held in the St. Bernards Medical Center Community Room. LEARN MORE about career opportunities at careers.stbernards.info.