Happenings at the Piggott Public Library
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Stop by during the month of September to get a replacement card for free.
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Piggott Farmers Market continues on Fridays
Piggott Farmers Market is still open every Friday from 8 a.m. to noon at the First National Bank Pavilion on East Main.
Read MoreRector Schools plan parent/teacher conferences
Rector School District will hold parent/teacher conferences from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28. Parents are encouraged to attend to meet with their child’s teacher to check on their progress.
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Bowden recognized by RFD for leadership
“Blame it all on (the late) Reuben Seay,” quipped Nita Bowden who told of Hutie Bowden’s first interest in fighting fire with the Rector Fire Department. She smiled as Hutie completed the story of how he and John Seay, Carolyn and Reuben’s son, grew up together, spending time at the Seay house.
Read MoreRunnin’ Scared 5K scheduled
The 6th Annual Runnin’ Scared 5K will be hosted at Pumpkin Hollow on Saturday, Sept. 16. The racecourse will be a mix of road and off-road running. Runners will run through a local cemetery and through the grounds of Pumpkin Hollow. “Who knows…you may find a few “friends” along the way as well! Be sure to bring your flashlights or head lamps as the race will take place after dark,” a spokesperson commented The race will start at 8 p.m. and registration is underway at www.runsignup.com/ Race/AR/Piggot/ RunninScared5k. Deadline to be guaranteed a shirt is Sept. 1.
Read MoreClay County Fair Parade entries being sought
The annual Clay County Fair Parade is set for 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16, and entrants are now being recruited. In keeping with tradition, the parade will begin at the First Baptist Church of Piggott, located a block west of the square on West Main Street, and will end at the fairgrounds. Line up and registration will start at 9:15 a.m. at the church and entrants are asked to be lined up by 9:30 a.m.
Read MoreDemolition derby set Sept. 16 at fairground
A demolition derby will be held Saturday, Sept.16 in conjunction with the Clay County Fair. The event will be held at the Clay County Fairgrounds. Peewee starts at 6:30 p.m. and the adult competition at 7 p.m. Those who want more information may call Rick Hardy at 573-344-1110.
Read MoreSeptember is Library Card Sign-up Month
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when Piggott Public Library joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind everyone about the valuable resources available with a library card.
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