Community Calendar

The ARTx3 Campus will host the opening reception for the exhibition “Blaque” by Jonathan Wright, from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC), 701 S. Main St. The event is free, and refreshments will be available.

“Blaque” explores how a single shade can carry grief, resilience, tradition, and transformation within the African diaspora. Blending technology with traditional techniques, the artist uses matte black on black paper to prompt slow, intentional analysislooking—revealing layered histories, personal memory, and cultural legacy. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own heritage while confronting how stories can fade unless we choose to see them fully.

Wright is an art instructor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts. He completed his Master of Fine Arts in printmaking this year at Arizona State University. His love of working with his hands is what drives him to combine traditional printmaking techniques, such as woodcutting, with modern technology. His current body of work emphasizes the rich history of the African American Community, their experiences and their heritage.

For more information, contact Matthew Howard, gallery and visitor specialist, at mhoward@artx3.org or 870-536-3375.

Artwork: "Sunday Morning"

Exhibition webpage: artx3.org/exhibitions/jonathan-wright-blaque

Celebrate National Pollinator Week at the Zoo!
Pollinators like bees, butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. These incredible creatures help plants reproduce, supporting the growth of fruits, vegetables, and flowers that sustain both wildlife and humans. Unfortunately, many pollinators are threatened by habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Visit the Zoo to learn more!

Fun Fact: Butterflies can taste with their feet.

Schedule of Activities: Saturday, June 27, 2026
10:00 – 12:00 Educational table with activities at the Pollinator Garden

Happens on the following Dates:
Jun 22, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 23, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 24, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 25, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 26, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 27, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 28, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

The ARTx3 Campus will host the opening reception for the exhibition “Blaque” by Jonathan Wright, from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC), 701 S. Main St. The event is free, and refreshments will be available.

“Blaque” explores how a single shade can carry grief, resilience, tradition, and transformation within the African diaspora. Blending technology with traditional techniques, the artist uses matte black on black paper to prompt slow, intentional analysislooking—revealing layered histories, personal memory, and cultural legacy. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own heritage while confronting how stories can fade unless we choose to see them fully.

Wright is an art instructor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts. He completed his Master of Fine Arts in printmaking this year at Arizona State University. His love of working with his hands is what drives him to combine traditional printmaking techniques, such as woodcutting, with modern technology. His current body of work emphasizes the rich history of the African American Community, their experiences and their heritage.

For more information, contact Matthew Howard, gallery and visitor specialist, at mhoward@artx3.org or 870-536-3375.

Artwork: "Sunday Morning"

Exhibition webpage: artx3.org/exhibitions/jonathan-wright-blaque

Experience the joy of play through Japan's mokuiku philosophy - "education through wood." Explore beautifully crafted wooden toys that inspire imagination, creativity, and connection. This is a pop- up experience downtown Hot Springs for the month of June. Open Thursday through Tuesday

NATURE'S CANVAS - Fine Craft in Textiles and Turned Wood is a joint exhibition by Studio Art Quilt Associates and the American Association of Woodturners.

In this exhibition, nature inspires the hand of the maker. From the dawn of prehistoric creativity to the present day, humans have harnessed the beauty of wood and the versatility of fibers to craft extraordinary works of art. Nature's Canvas pays homage to the age-old tradition of artistic expression through wood and fibers at the Windgate Museum of Art on the Hendrix College campus through August 15, 2026.

Experience our immersive production of In the Heights, running June 10-27! Before "Hamilton," the visionary Lin-Manuel Miranda made a splash on Broadway with the Tony Award– and Grammy Award–winning musical "In the Heights!" Set against the beats of salsa, hip-hop, & R&B, the acclaimed musical tells the story of Usnavi, who longs to pick up his roots and leave Washington Heights, the tight-knit New York City neighborhood that shaped him. With immersive, general, and non-immersive seating options, there’s a spot for everybody on the block. Pull up, bring your crew, and join the Carnaval del Barrio at ATLR’s In the Heights, running June 10–27th!
Tickets are on sale NOW at www.actorstheatrelr.org/tickets!

Experience our immersive production of In the Heights, running June 10-27! Before "Hamilton," the visionary Lin-Manuel Miranda made a splash on Broadway with the Tony Award– and Grammy Award–winning musical "In the Heights!" Set against the beats of salsa, hip-hop, & R&B, the acclaimed musical tells the story of Usnavi, who longs to pick up his roots and leave Washington Heights, the tight-knit New York City neighborhood that shaped him. With immersive, general, and non-immersive seating options, there’s a spot for everybody on the block. Pull up, bring your crew, and join the Carnaval del Barrio at ATLR’s In the Heights, running June 10–27th!
Tickets are on sale NOW at www.actorstheatrelr.org/tickets!

Celebrate National Pollinator Week at the Zoo!
Pollinators like bees, butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. These incredible creatures help plants reproduce, supporting the growth of fruits, vegetables, and flowers that sustain both wildlife and humans. Unfortunately, many pollinators are threatened by habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Visit the Zoo to learn more!

Fun Fact: Butterflies can taste with their feet.

Schedule of Activities: Saturday, June 27, 2026
10:00 – 12:00 Educational table with activities at the Pollinator Garden

Happens on the following Dates:
Jun 22, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 23, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 24, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 25, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 26, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 27, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Jun 28, 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

The ARTx3 Campus will host the opening reception for the exhibition “Blaque” by Jonathan Wright, from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC), 701 S. Main St. The event is free, and refreshments will be available.

“Blaque” explores how a single shade can carry grief, resilience, tradition, and transformation within the African diaspora. Blending technology with traditional techniques, the artist uses matte black on black paper to prompt slow, intentional analysislooking—revealing layered histories, personal memory, and cultural legacy. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own heritage while confronting how stories can fade unless we choose to see them fully.

Wright is an art instructor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts. He completed his Master of Fine Arts in printmaking this year at Arizona State University. His love of working with his hands is what drives him to combine traditional printmaking techniques, such as woodcutting, with modern technology. His current body of work emphasizes the rich history of the African American Community, their experiences and their heritage.

For more information, contact Matthew Howard, gallery and visitor specialist, at mhoward@artx3.org or 870-536-3375.

Artwork: "Sunday Morning"

Exhibition webpage: artx3.org/exhibitions/jonathan-wright-blaque