If only it can find the will to do so, this little mountain hamlet is perfectly poised to take advantage of the great big gay/lesbian travel market.

The Domestic Partnership Registry gave the town millions of dollars worth of free and mostly-positive publicity. Now millions of prospective tourists--gay and straight--all over the country know for the first time that a progressive resort destination exists in Northwest Arkansas.

To give credit where credit is due, the Rev. Philip Wilson's christening of the town as «the most homosexual city in the South,» didn't hurt, either.

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Among trial attorneys, there is an unwritten rule that proscribes putting a witness on the stand unless you know in advance what he or she will say. In the courtroom, surprise is not a good thing.

In the court of public opinion, however, the unexpected and unanticipated can be downright refreshing. Unless you're Al Pryor, the publisher of the righteous and rightward leaning Patriots' Herald weekly newspaper.

In last week's edition, Pryor gave his readers six chances to vote on the worthiness of Diversity Weekends, including five opportunities to more or less bash them. A staunch opponent of the Domestic Partnership Registry, Pryor may well have thought he was polling to the choir.

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55 antique dealers from 14 different states bring their wares November 17 and 18 for the 19th Annual Eureka Springs Fall Antique Show and Sale.

A special Wine & Cheese Preview will be held on Friday, November 16, 5:30-7 p.m. The popular yearly event will be held at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center, (pictured at right). This is one of the kickoff events for the busy Thanksgiving and Christmas season.

Attendees will pay $10 for this first chance at the antiques brought by dealers from around the country. This fee covers all days. Regular show hours on Saturday are 10 am to 6 pm and 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday. Admission price for this event is $ 2.50, good for both days.

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FULL BLOOM PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS «GWINNA.»

Adapted from Barbara Helen Berger children's book, «Gwinna,» Tamarah Jonason, artisitic director of Mosaic trio Progressive Ballet Company brings to life this remarkable story of a young girl who finds her wings, searches for the song she hears on the wind, remembers the interconnectedness in all life and recognizes her gifts she has to share.

Mosaic Trio Progressive Ballet Company performs Gwinna at the City Auditorium in Eureka Springs, Arkansas at 7:30pm the 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th and 16th, 17th of November 2007.

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Eureka Springs prides itself on it's diversity and especially on Diversity Weekends, GLBTi and PFLAG visitors of all ages come from all over the world to our little village in the heart of the Ozarks to feel a sense of community and enjoy themselves. In addition to our usual fine dining, lodging, outdoor activities and other attractions, there are many special events geared toward celebrating Diversity and pride in friendly Eureka Springs, Arkansas!

You'll find all the details here:

www.gaynewsbureau.com/2007/10/19/fall-diversity-weekend-2007

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An annual event in Eureka Springs. Participating restaurants offer special menus to compliment selected wines. Reservations will be required at most businesses.

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30th annual War Eagle Arts & Crafts Fair features trendsetter craftsmen and collectible dealers from across the United States. Full decorative items for Halloween and Thanksgiving will be seen on a large scale. Breakfast at the Mill starts at 6:30am.

Details here: www.wareaglemill.com

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The legendary Odetta and the always fun Trout Fishing in America,headline the oldest festival in the Ozark Mountains, the Ozark Folk Festival in Eureka Springs, celebrating its 60th year!

The mammoth, city-wide event starts Wednesday night with the Queens Contest, then continues through Sunday with performances in the City Auditorium and various venues throughout town.

There will be a parade on Saturday at 2:00PM with a Songwriter's Contest in the Basin Spring Park.

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Welcome to Raycliff Manor, a catacomb of nightmares, a macabre maze of horror. Enter freely and of your own will. This may be your last contact with reality; you have now entered the world of spirits.

No amount of screaming can wake you and your nervous laughter can't protect you. In one of these rooms your worst nightmare has come to life and is waiting to confront you. It beckons you into the darkness…do you dare?

(Haunts are available on the following dates: Sept. 28, 29, Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28 and 31. Nov. 2 and 3)

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For the past 16 years, Corvette enthusiasts across the Midwest and beyond have gathered in Eureka Springs, Arkansas the first weekend of October to enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery and weather, the unique charm of the Eureka Springs area and just relaxing and having fun with hundreds of fellow Corvette fans.

Details here: www.eurekaspringscorvette.org

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