Photography
The Bella Vista Photography Club announced the winners of its most recent contest, which had a theme of "Fall Colors," during its Dec. 7 meeting. The first-place photo by Jean Berg was taken at the old cabin at the Bella Vista Historical Museum. The second-place photo by Dennis Evans was taken on Missouri 60 near Pierce, Mo. The third-place photo by Cathy Anderson was taken near Ouray, Colo.
At the meeting, the club elected Kelly Ballard as its new president and Anderson as the new secretary.
The next meeting will be a "Welcome 2022" meeting on Jan. 18 and will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the First Community Bank in Jane. New members are always welcome.
Information: bellavistapc.org or email [email protected].
Astronomy
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville has asked the Sugar Creek Astronomical Society to participate in Winter Break Wonders by offering solar astronomy. Programs continue through Jan. 2 from 1-4 p.m. Come view the sun through members' telescopes, fit with solar filters to allow safe viewing.
Currently there is one impromptu Star Party group in Bella Vista, the original Old Timers group which meets whenever the weather is clear for good night viewing. Their next major Star Party will be Jan. 29 at George Washington Carver Monument Park, near Diamond, Mo. If you would like to schedule an astronomy program or Star Party, please contact Paul Anderson at (928) 651-0334.
Sugar Creek Astronomical Society is an amateur astronomy club based in Northwest Arkansas. Monthly club meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at the Waterway Christian Church in Bentonville. Astronomy Fundamentals starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by the general meeting at 7 p.m. The next regular meeting will be Jan. 11, featuring a speaker, constellation of the month and Astro Fundamentals video with viewing afterwards weather permitting. Astro Games and Fun Astro Worksheets for the kids are offered and all ages are welcome. It was founded in Bella Vista, and currently serves amateur astronomers and their families from southern Missouri to Fayetteville.
Woodcarvers
The Bella Vista Woodcarvers Club is a group of local artisans that meets regularly to share art, exchange experiences in woodworking and stay connected to members. Meetings begin at 1 p.m. every Thursday at Riordan Hall, located at 3 Riordan Drive in Bella Vista. On the third Thursday of each month, there is a class on some aspect of carving, wood-burning, finishing or another interesting topic. Classes are a great way to practice techniques, learn new ways to achieve your goal, and discover your own unique style.
The club's purpose is to promote the general fields of carving, wood-burning and sculpting of wood, and to promote a greater appreciation of wood in an artistic expression. The club is dedicated to giving back to the community through activities teaching children and adults the art of carving, as held at Concordia, Brookfield Assisted Living Center and the Bella Vista Library. Visitors are always welcome. At this time, masks are still required.
Information: Contact Jean Visnich, president, at (479) 426-8409, or email [email protected].
Cathy Anderson/Bella Vista Photography Club Third-place win under the contest theme of "Fall Colors."
Dennis Evans/Bella Vista Photography Club Second-place win under the contest theme of "Fall Colors."
Jean Berg/Bella Vista Photography Club First-place win under the contest theme of "Fall Colors."