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Jonesboro Chamber Business Expo

Embassy Suites 223 Red Wolf Blvd., Jonesboro, AR

The 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.

Free

FAFSA Night

Jonesboro Public Library 315 W Oak Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Struggling 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

Free

Weight Loss Surgery Support Group

Community Room St. Bernard's Medical Tower 225 E Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

A 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.”

Free

Breastfeeding Class

St. Bernard's Medical Center 225 East Washington Jonesboro, AR

A 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.

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A-State Jazz Ensembles Spring Concert

The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

A-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

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Annual Parkinson’s Awareness Event

St. Bernard's Auditorium 505 E Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

An annual event to bring awareness to the Parkinson’s community about the services available to help navigate and thrive after diagnosis.

Free

Ukulele Class and Jam Session

Jonesboro Public Library 315 W Oak Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Learn 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.

Free

Fishing in the Natural State

Forrest L Wood Crowley's Ridge Nature Center 600 E Lawson Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72404

The 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.

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Westside FFA Benefit Auction

Westside High School

Located 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!

Free

The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour

First National Bank Arena 217 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 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!

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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.

Free

2023 Northeast Arkansas Humane Society Easter Bake Sale

Faith Free Will Baptist Church

Attention 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!

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