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Big Bears Saturday Night Opry has scheduled a Special Benefit Show for the Victims of the recent Tornado, according to Jim “Big Bear” Huff, Promoter and Manager of Big Bear’s Saturday Night Opry, in Mena. The show, scheduled for May 9th will be held at the Old Armory located on De Queen St., which was generously provided by Rich Mountain Community College.

We realize that so many families have suffered catastrophic loss from the storm and have been working tirelessly since it happened with hardly a break. At this point, 2-3 weeks afterward, the stress and worry many have experienced can really begin to wear on a body. With that in mind, we want to invite those folks to take a break, catch a breath and spend a little time relaxing while enjoying some of the areas Finest Entertainment, at no charge, simply as Guests of Big Bears Opry.

“This will likely be the biggest Show of the Year, both in terms of talent and attendance, stated Huff. We are scheduled to have a full range of music with Country, Bluegrass, Gospel and some great Classic Rock-n-Roll. Entertainers tentatively set to perform are: James Tarver, Richie Owens, Bob Dowdy and the Mountain Bluegrass Boys, Colin Cannon, Judy Buck from Glenwood, Vinnie Lee, Don Hunt from Hot Springs, Six Mile Creek, Steve Rook, Mary Caster, Lisa Tarver, John Talley, Michelle White, and a new group called Shed West.

Instead of our regular admission we will be taking donations at the door with “all” profits and donations from the show, going to benefit those most in need. For those in the community that would like to help by donating funds and haven’t known where to do so, this will be the perfect place and while here enjoy the show.

Showtime: 7:00 P.M. on May 9th, Old Armory on DeQueen St. Mena. For more information contact
Jim L. Huff, at (479) 394-5377 or e-mail bigbearsopry@aol.com or www.bigbearsopry.com

Good going Big Bear!!!! Thank you! :thumb:

"Thank You" Nascar, hope to see you and many others there for this show.

Big Bear

Can't wait. Maybe I'll make a surprise appearance! Sounds like a worthy cause and a timely endeavor. We could use a group outing. A chance to leave our cares and worries at the door and kick it up a notch!! See ya there!!

Wulf, hope to see you there.

Hope we have a great turn out and everyone can put their troubles aside for a little while.

Big Bear

Looks like Big Bear has outdone himself this time. I hope many people show up for a talent filled show. Remember, this show is at the Old Historic Armory on DeQueen.
I'd like to thank Big Bear, all the performers and the folks that put the show together in advance. This is a great place to live.

An absolutely amazing show! If you were not at the Armory, you missed the biggest and best show ever in Mena