Plus, money-saving offers from local businesses for new Domestic Partners

If you plan on taking advantage of the only Domestic Partnership Registry in Arkansas during your Diversity Weekend visit, let GayNewsBureau.com pick up the tab.

For the first three couples to register at city hall at specific times between October 31 and November 2, Gay News Bureau will pay the $35 application fee.

Here's how it works: Be the first in line at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 31 or Thursday, November 1 to get a Domestic Partnership certificate on us. Or, be the first in line on Friday, November 2 between 10 and noon.

Of course, if you can also finance your own nuptials any time during regular business hours (9:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Eureka Springs City Hall city clerk's office, 44 S. Main, in the lower level of the Western Carroll County Courthouse.

Either way, the thing to keep in mind is this: Domestic Partnership certificates are available only on weekdays, not on weekends. That's why we're encouraging love-dovey couples to start their Diversity Weekend on a weekday.

Even if you have a domestic partnership certificate from another city, state or employer, you can still register in Eureka Springs and have a suitable-for-framing certificate as a one-of-a-kind souvenir of what is bound to be a memorable weekend.

To make things easier, you can download the Domestic Partnership application form here: DPR Application.

But wait. There's more!

Need a little extra incentive to pop the question? How about a free gift bag with top hats and bridal veils (and matching boas, of course), courtesy of Eurekapride.com?

More yet?

How about free unlimited limousine service for each of the three lucky couples on Diversity Friday and Saturday provided by Rob Wagner's Eureka Springs Limousine (479-244-6320)

We're not finished yet!

In addition, show your new Domestic Partnership Certificate and you will be entitled to special discounts from supportive merchants, lodging proprietors and businesses, including:

Eureka House: Although booked for Fall Diversity weekend, the Domestic Partner special is valid any time: $35 (the cost of your DP registration) off a two-night stay. Stay three or more nights and Eureka House will pay for your commitment ceremony. Book for a week and get $35 off the first night, a minister, dinner for two and your 7th night FREE. Subject to availability.
369 Onyx Cave Rd.
479-981-0745
Email: stay@eurekahouse.com
Web: www.eurekahouse.com

Regalia Handmade Clothing: To commemorate the first Domestic Partnership Registry in Arkansas, Regalia Handmade Clothing will deduct $35 from purchases of $100 or more.
128 Spring St.
479-253-2202

Candlestick Cottage Inn B&B and Autumn Moon Cottage: $35 off the cost of a commitment ceremony with a minimum two-night stay at either charm-chocked location.
6 Douglas St.
1-800-835-5184
479-253-6813

Eureka Massage Center: 20 percent off all services, including stress-relieving massages.
117 Wall St.
479-253-5498

Melange at 95 Spring St. (womens clothing) and Melange Deux at 82 Spring St. (womens shoes): $35 of free merchandise or credit after a purchase of $35 or more.
95 Spring St.
479-239-4431

Ancient Paths Holistic Health and Massage: Get a luxurious one and one-half hour couples massage for $120 (normally $170).
45 1/2 Spring St.
479-981-9995

Harvest House B&B: $35 off each night of a two night stay with a Domestic Partnership certificate, (subject to availability throughout 2007). Double discount means the offer is $35 off one night for the registration fee and $35 the second night to compensate for fuel costs to get to Eureka Springs.
104 Wall St.
479-253-0007

Four Corners Frame Shop at Holiday Island: 60 percent off custom framing of your Domestic Partnership Certificate.
479-383-0600

Thach Photography: 20 percent off on professional photos of your happy event.
479-244-5286

Gourmet Eureka: Bring in your DPR Certificate for a one-time 35 percent discount on purchases.
123 Spring St.
479-253-7738

Eclectic Edge: 15 percent off all decorative items and selected works of art.
49 Spring St.
479-253-2766

A Byrd's Eye View: $35 off gifts, decorative accessories and Pride items of $100 or more. Ready-made frames for Domestic Partnership Certificates start at $20.
36 North Main St.
479-253-0200

Tinmaker & Glitz: A 10 percent discount on any merchandise, and 15 percent discount on purchases over $100 to those who register as Domestic Partners and to anyone who tells us they saw us listed on gaynewsbureau.com, eurekapride.com or Geekfest.
69 S. Main st.
479253-9388

Crystal Express: From that «little red caboose,» a free Arkansas quartz crystal and a 10 percent discount to all newly domesticated couples.
2059 East Van Buren
479-253-0222

Fusion Squared: 15 percent off purchases of $50 or more--exquisite handmade fused-glass jewelry, decorative items, tie-dyed tees and more.
84 Spring St.
479-253-4999

Calypso Nightly Lodging: Subject to availability, $70 off a three-night (or more) stay for newly registered Domestic Partners and friends in a four-bedroom, two-bath Victorian on the historic loop.
1-800-985-6224

Shi: Body jewelry--Bellybutton and tongue rings. Regularly $4 each, now $3 each or two for $5. Buy 5 get 1 free. Some hot styles include glow-in-the-dark, glitter, racing Stripe, rainbow, multi-layered, multi-swirl.
479-244-6466

Getting your Domestic Partnership Certificate in Eureka Springs: Priceless!

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