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HPMEC to host blog workshop

A workshop on “Introduction to Building a Successful Blog” will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon in the educational center of the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center. The cost is $35 per person and space is limited. If wanting to reserve a laptop for the workshop please advise when signing up.

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Cross-stitch workshop set at Powhatan State Park

Powhatan Historic State Park will host a cross-stitch workshop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4. The cost of the workshop is $20 and reservations are required. Those taking part will learn that cross-stitching is not only the oldest form of embroidery, but also one of the easiest to learn. Participants will learn basic stitch techniques, pattern reading, and will stitch one of several historic or modern patterns of their choosing. The registration fee covers the cost of materials but participants are asked to bring a sack lunch. Those wanting to obtain more information, or register, may call the park office at 870-878-6765 or email them at powhatan@arkansas.com

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Cross-stitch workshop set at Powhatan State Park

Powhatan Historic State Park will host a cross-stitch workshop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4. The cost of the workshop is $20 and reservations are required. Those taking part will learn that cross-stitching is not only the oldest form of embroidery, but also one of the easiest to learn. Participants will learn basic stitch techniques, pattern reading, and will stitch one of several historic or modern patterns of their choosing. The registration fee covers the cost of materials but participants are asked to bring a sack lunch. Those wanting to obtain more information, or register, may call the park office at 870-878-6765 or email them at powhatan@arkansas.com

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Gospel concert planned Thursday at Ford Room

Two gospel singers you never heard of will be performing at the Ford Room at 7 p.m. on Jan. 19 , doors opening at 6 p.m. for browsing and buffet grazing. That you’ve never heard of these singers must not keep you away from the event because these gospel singers have cre- dentials you’ll appreciate. By the way, you’ve heard them sing and when that first phrase of melody caresses your ears, you’ll remember, but you probably don’t remember their names.

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