10/30/25 - Basket Bingo Fundraiser

Basket Bingo Fundraiser on Thursday, 30 October at the Searcy County Veteran's Memorial Hall to benefit Ozark Christian Ministries of Marshall! Doors open at 6pm and games start at 6:30pm. Ozark Christian Ministries is a local donor of food and clothing to the needy.


10/31/25 - Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat, Friday 31 October on the Marshall Courthouse Square! 5 till 7pm! There'll be a prize and trophy for the best decorated trunk! Set up anywhere on the square. For More information please contact Mary Beth Martin 870-448-3828 or Sarah Rooney 870-448-2543. #searcycounty #marshallarkansas


10/31/25 - HALLOWEEN

HANDING OUT CANDY FOR HALLOWEEN. TO THE GO-OLES AND GOBLINS. COME ON BY AND SEE US. WE WILL BE READY

10/31/25 - Chamber Networking Breakfast

Chamber of Commerce networking Breakfast at the Red River Cafe of Leslie on Friday, 31 October at 8am.  Come Network with other chamber members and businesses and hear some latest updates on things in Searcy County!  


10/31/25 - Halloween Marshall Elementary School Walk

The Halloween Marshall Elementary School Walk is planned for Friday, 31 October at 10am as the children will be walking from the grade school and around the Courthouse Square to receive candy! Lots of candy! Thank you!


11/01/25 - Cast Iron Cook Off

Our annual Cast Iron Cook off is a statewide youth event open to ages 9 to 18. They will compete in two separate groups 9 to 13 and 14 to 18. The event is sponsored by Rural Community Alliance, Ralston Family Farms in Dogwood Hills Guest Farm. For more information call the farm at 870-448-487.0. Please leave a voicemail. There is not a monitored text for this phone number.

11/01/25 - Leslie Pumpkin Festival & Nerf War

The Pumpkin Festival and Nerf War in Leslie is at 11am Saturday, 1 November! Come join in for a fun time at the Leslie Fun Park on Limestone Street! Free hotdogs, chips, and drinks!


11/03/25 - 4-H Awards Banquet!

4-H Awards Banquet! We will be recognizing youth from Searcy County for their 4-H Achievements, play some games, and have a free dinner. November 3rd, at 6:00 pm at the Searcy County Fairgrounds. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by calling our office at 870-448-3981.


11/04/25 - Library book discussion

MONTHLY LIBRARY BOOK DISCUSSION

11/06/25 - BOOK SALE

MONTHLY BOOK SALE

11/06/25 - Nonprofit Expo

Nonprofit Expo at the Searcy County Civic Center in Marshall on Thursday, 6 November from 12 Noon till 6PM.  You may start setting up at 1130am.  No cost for our local nonprofits to set up a booth.  The time chosen is to allow some people to get off work and still come to the expo.  This is a chance for nonprofits to educate people about what you do and even find new people to join your nonprofit.  


11/07/25 - Annual Christmas Bazaar & Fish Fry

Many local vendors of different handmade gifts, crafts, food, clothing etc. Annual fish fryer with all the fixings for missions. Christmas gifts galore.

11/07/25 - Leslie Veteran's Day Ceremony

The Leslie Intermediate School Veterans Day Program! They invite all families, community members, and local veterans to join us as we honor those who have served our country on 7 November at 9am. They hope you’ll make plans to attend this meaningful event as our students and staff come together to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.


11/08/25 - Artist Reception for 2025 at the Ozark Heritage Arts Center and Museum

Saturday, November 8th will be the last Artist Reception for 2025 at the Ozark Heritage Arts Center and Museum in Leslie with the exhibits running through December 13th. Come out and visit with the Artists and enjoy food and refreshments. Following the Artist Reception, at 7 pm, will be music by Scotcho and Bob, with Melba Davidson in the Killebrew Theater. Visual Arts and Performing Arts in the same evening at the OHAC!! Free to the public, but donations always welcomed and greatly appreciated to help cover cost of these events.


11/11/25 - Veteran's Day Ceremony

The Searcy County Veteran's Day Ceremony is 11 November at 11am at the Searcy County Veteran's Memorial Hall in Marshall.


11/11/25 - Salute to Veterans Concert

Salute to Veterans Concert in Leslie at 7pm, Tuesday 11 Nov in the Ozark Heritage Arts Center.  Theme: Revolutionary War Music in honor of America's 250th birthgday on 4 July, 2026!


11/14/25 - Fish Fry Fundraiser

Fish Fry Fundraiser open to the public! Dine in or Carry Out. What's on the menu: Fish or Chicken Strips, Beans, Coleslaw, Hushpuppies, & Dessert! Only $12 per plate. All proceeds go to our Meals On Wheels Program.

11/14/25 - 2nd annual Crisp Air and Chords at Grassy Road Cabins and Camping

Join us under the stars for the 2nd annual Crisp Air and Chords at Grassy Road Cabins and Camping in Marshall! 14 November 7-10pm! This fall concert weekend features live music from Arkansas’s own Bad Habit, delicious eats from local food trucks, and a Cake Auction benefitting the Marshall High School FFA, supporting local students and future ag leaders. Expect a festive evening of music, food, and fun in a scenic outdoor setting overlooking the pond and hills. Camping, cabins, merch, and family-friendly vibes await. 

$15 per person at the gate
Kids 12 & under are free!
No advance tickets — just bring your crew, grab your chairs, and come enjoy a night under the lights.



11/15/25 - Ozark Health Foundation Gala

Ozark Health Foundation "Paint the Town Red" Gala in Fairfield Bay on 15 November at 5:30PM.


11/18/25 - FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING

MONTHLY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING

11/18/25 - Basket Bingo

Basket Bingo Fundraiser- Open to the public of all ages. Doors open at 5:30 pm, games start at 6:00 pm. We will have concessions: Hot Dogs, Nachos, Popcorn, Baked Goods, and Drinks.

11/22/25 - Community Thanksgiving

Community Thanksgiving beginning at 12 NOON at the Searcy County Civic Center in Marshall.  Thanksgiving meal is Free! 


11/22/25 - 11/30/25 - LG Thanksgiving Trail Ride

Thanksgiving Trail Ride at Shelton's Big Flat Getaway! Website 

sheltongetaway.com


11/22/25 - Benefit Chilli Cook-off and Pie Auction for Phil and Judith Hurd

Benefit Chilli Cook-off and Pie Auction for Phil and Judith Hurd at the Veteran's Hall on 22 November at 6pm in Marshall. All proceeds go for medical expenses for Phil Hurd who has been out of work and under medical care for about 65 days. Please lend a hand!


11/27/25 - Oxley Community Thanksgiving Dinner!

Oxley Community Thanksgiving Dinner! Thanksgiving Potluck! Starts at 12 noon on Thanksgiving, 27 Nov at the Oxley Community Center! For more information, contact the Oxley Store & Diner


12/02/25 - Library book discussion

monthly book discussion

12/04/25 - monthly book sale

MONTHLY BOOK SALE

12/04/25 - Grinchmas at Kenda Drive-In

Grinchmas, our Grinch inspired celebration with The Grinch (2018 animated), will be Thursday, December 4! Free admission and there will be lots of fun, free stuff before the movie!


12/05/25 - Santa in the Park/Sugarplum Festival


12/06/25 - Holiday Play and Music

"The Gift of the Magi" - A short story by O. Henry about a young couple, who sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy each other meaningful Christmas gifts, highlighting the theme of selfless love. Licensed, Directed, and Performed by the OHAC Performing Arts group with a cast of local youth.The Annual Holiday Concert will follow the play with Holiday Music, Sing-Along, and Caroling Free to the Public.

12/11/25 - Polar Express Night Kenda Drive-In

Polar Express Night with The Polar Express, will be Thursday, December 11! Free admission and there will be lots of fun, free stuff before the movie!


12/13/25 - Searcy County Christmas Parade

The Searcy County Christmas Parade is at 5:30 on Saturday, 13 December in Marshall. Lineup prior at the Marshall Grade School. 

This year’s theme will celebrate America’s upcoming 250th birthday — honoring our nation’s rich history, freedom, and faith as we head into the Semiquincentennial in 2026!
Bring your family, your holiday spirit, and your red, white, and blue as we make this year’s parade one to remember.
We are planning on a business decoration contest the week leading up to the parade so all businesses have it on your mind!
More details on lineup and times coming soon — but for now, save the date and get ready to celebrate a Colonial Christmas — 250 Years of America!



12/13/25 - Colonial Christmas Festival

The Searcy County Senior Center is hosting the Colonial Christmas Festival at the Searcy County Veteran's Memorial Hall in Marshall and accepting vendors!  11am till 3pm on Saturday, 13 December.  


12/16/25 - FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING

MONTHLY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING

4/11/26 - Searcy County Quilt Show

11 April - Searcy County Quilt Show 9am till 4pm in Marshall, Will have a category for the 250th Birthday of America. Judging on 10 April


6/05/26 - 6/06/26 - 35th North Arkansas Ancestor Fair

35th North Arkansas Ancestor Fair: Friday June 6 dinner at Los Locos Mexican Restaurant in Marshall. Saturday June 7 at Veterans Hall, Marshall for a day of ancestry exploration! This will also have some focus on the Semiquincentennial! America's 250th Birthday!


7/04/26 - America's 250th Birthday

America's 250th Birthday Celebration! Semiquincentennial! Celebrate in Marshall with a Colonial Reenactment, Parade, and Fireworks!