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Eureka Springs B&B Newsletter

2011-12-09T08:38:00.001-06:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
December, 2011

Christmas Season is here! Eureka Springs is preparing for a spectacular Christmas Season. Lights are everywhere you look - buildings, store windows, parks, adorning handrails, hanging from light poles, wrapped around trees...you get the picture. Eureka Springs is on the Arkansas Trail of Lights and we want make sure guests enjoy our wonderful town in all it's decorated glory. We have thousands and thousands of lights up and we hope you will visit to see them.

Some of the things going on this month are the the Pine Mountain Jamboree continues their Christmas Show, the Candlelight Tour of Homes, Christmas Forest, Photos With Santa in Basin Park, and the Christmas Ball.

We will be open for Christmas and New Year's and already have some bookings so don't be shy about asking for holiday dates. Unlike some places, we are open all year and we'd love to have you visit during the winter when it's slower and more relaxed.

Enjoy all the extraordinary things Eureka Springs has to offer. Call us and make your reservations today!

SPECIALS

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides are free for a limited time.

Enjoy a Eureka Springs Holiday treat. Eureka Springs homes and businesses will be decked out in their finest Christmas decorations.

Stay any night with us November 21 thru December 22
Get a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride thru Festive Downtown Free
Rates start at $144 per night plus tax.
Stay additional nights at 10% off.
Good November 21 thru December 22
Based on availability, no other discounts apply.
Must mention this special when making your reservation, prior reservations excluded.

RECIPE

These are really so easy. Great for holiday cookies. Makes a nice, chewy cookie.

CAKE MIX COOKIES

1 yellow cake mix
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup oil
2 eggs
3/4 cup chocolate chips

Bake at 375 degrees on a greased cookie sheet 8 to 10 minutes.

DECEMBER EVENTS

December 3
Candlelight Tour of Homes. Tour Eureka's Victorian homes presented by the Preservation Society.

December 3-9
12th Annual Christmas at The Crescent. Arriving at the doorstep of this delightfully decorated Historic Hotel of America, guests are swept in by the jubilant breeze of Christmas. A time to look and listen.a time to share with your fellow travelers memories anew and it all starts on Saturday, with the "Christmas Forest Tree Lighting Ceremony".

December 3-31
Eureka Springs' Christmas Forest. The formal garden area atop Crescent Mountain will be illuminated with more than two-dozen Christmas trees decorated by local charities as a fund-raiser for each. Visitors can stroll throughout the grounds and choose which one they think is best! Admission is free.

December 9
9th Annual Christmas Ball at the 1905 Basin Park Hotel Ballroom. Proceeds benefit the Eureka Springs Historical Museum. For more information call 479-253-9417.

December 10
Photos with Santa in Basin Spring Park from 1pm to 3pm.

December 10
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. The City's art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly "Celebration of the Art of Eureka" 6pm to 8pm. For more information call Quicksilver at 479-253-7679.

If you have questions or need more information about any of these events, email or call us toll-free.

Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2011-11-02T17:31:00.004-05:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
November, 2011

Wow! November is here already. Sorry we didnt’ send out a newsletter last month. Things were just so busy around here taking care of our guests this past month.

The Christmas season is just around the corner. Eureka Springs is preparing for a spectacular Christmas Season. The city is asking for everyone to have their decorations up by the second weekend in November. Eureka Springs is on the Arkansas Trail of Lights and we want make sure guests enjoy our wonderful town in all it’s decorated glory. We have thousands and thousands of lights to put up in the next few days and we hope you will visit to see them.

Some of the things going on this month are the 64th Annual Original Ozark Folk Festival, the Pine Mountain Jamboree starts their Christmas Show, an Art Parade and Gallery Stroll, Fall Antique Show & Sale and the Eureka Springs Fall Art Show. Santa will be in Basin Park starting on November 25. Have your picture made with Santa and his Elves on November 26. The Eureka Springs Christmas Parade will be December 2nd. You won’t want to miss all the colorful entries.

We will be open for Thanksgiving and Christmas and already have some bookings so don’t be shy about asking for holiday dates. Unlike some places, we are open all year and we’d love to have you visit during the winter when it’s slower and more relaxed.

Enjoy all the extraordinary things our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast has to offer. Call us and make your reservations today!

RECIPE

(Yes, I know it’s lots of work, but it’s really worth it.)

CARAMEL ITALIAN CREAM CAKE

Brown sugar is the shortcut to quick caramel flavor in both the cake layers and the frosting.

3 cups shaved coconut
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
5 large eggs, separated
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
Quick Caramel Frosting
Cream Cheese Frosting

Preheat oven to 350 deg F. Place shaved coconut in a single layer in a shallow pan. Plance pecans in a second shallow pan. Bake coconut and pecans at the same time 5 to 7 minutes or until coconut is toasted and pecans are lightly toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through.

Beat butter and shortening at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy; gradually add granulated and brown sugars, beating well. Add egg yolks 1 at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Add vanilla, beating until blended.

Combine flour and baking soda; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat at low speed just until blended after each addition. Stir in pecans and 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut.

Beat egg whites at high speed until stiff peaks form and fold into batter. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.

Bake at 350 deg F for 23 to 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove pans from racks and cool completely (about 1 hour).

Prepare Quick Caramel Frosting. Immediately spread frosting between layers and on top of cake. Spread Cream Cheese Frosting over sides of cake; press 2 cups toasted shaved coconut onto sides of cake.

QUICK CARAMEL FROSTING

Like the classic caramel frosting, this one hardens quickly, so cool the cake layers before you start to make it.

1 cup butter
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Bring first 3 ingredients to a rolling boil in a 3 1/2 quart saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly (about 7 minutes)

Stir in cream and bring to a boil; remove from heat. Pour into a bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer. Gradually beat in powdered sugar and vanilla at medium speed, using whisk attachment; beat 8 to 12 minutes or until thickened. Use immediately.

TIP: Don’t panic if you overbeat the frosting. Thin to a spreadable consistency by adding 1 to 2 teaspoon hot water.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

Beat 1/4 cup butter, softened and 4 ounces cream cheese, softened at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, beating at low speed until blended; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2011-09-02T09:33:00.002-05:00

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
September, 2011

Congratulations Eureka Springs! Each year, Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel magazine celebrates the great small towns with the "Coolest Small Towns in America" competition. Readers of the magazine nominate the most interesting towns they know with populations of less than 10,000. Voters then choose among the nominees for the coolest small town. Eureka Springs is proud to have been voted #4 in the U.S. overall! Voted for having great B&B's, Victorian architecture, the monumental 67-foot-tall hilltop Christ of the Ozarks, Branson-style shows, and hunting for ghosts in the historic downtown. Also noted for the thriving Artist Community, the current of creativity bubbles up just about everywhere, if you look hard enough. We would love for you to visit our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast and experience this wonderful Victorian retreat for yourself.

This month, the highlights of events are the Banjo Rally International Labor Day Weekend, the annual Antique Automobile festival and Bank Robbery Re-enactment is September 9 and 10. Wood Carvers Jamboree and the 2nd Saturday Art Gallery Stroll is the same weekend. Don't miss Scooting in the Ozarks, Jazzy Weekend, and the Second All American Weekend and of course, Bikes Blues and BBQ is the last weekend of the month in Fayetteville. There's always plenty to do and enjoy in Eureka Springs.

Don't miss Free concerts in Basin Spring Park Fridays and Saturdays, weather permitting in Eureka Springs. We'd love to have you visit and enjoy all the extraordinary things Eureka Springs has to offer. Call us and make your reservations today!

RECIPE

PECAN-PEACH COBBLER

12 to 15 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced*
3 cups sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2/3 cup butter
2 boxes refrigerated piecrusts (4 piecrusts total)
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup sugar
vanilla ice cream

Combine first 4 ingredients in a dutch oven and let stand 10 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Bring peach mixture to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat, add vanilla and butter, stirring until butter melts.

Unroll 2 pie crusts. Sprinkle 1/4 cup pecans and 2 tablespoons sugar evenly over 1 piecrust, top with other piecrust. Roll into a 12-inch circle, gently pressing pecans into pastry. Cut into 1 1/2 inch stips. Repeat with remaining 2 piecrusts, 1/4 cup pecans and 2 tablespoons sugar.

Spoon half of peach mixture into a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dish. Arrange half of pastry strips in a lattice design over top of peach mixture.

Bake at 475 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Spoon remaining peach mixture over baked pastry. Top with remaining pastry strips in a lattice design. Bake 15 to 18 more minutes. Serve warm or cold with vanilla ice cream.

*2 (20 ounce) packages frozen peaches may be substituted. Reduce sugar to 2 cups, flour to 3 tablespoons and nutmeg to 1/4 teaspoon.

Note: To make ahead, let baked cobbler cool, cover and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Uncover and reheat at 250 degrees for 45 minutes.

Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2011-08-04T19:13:00.001-05:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
August, 2011

We hope you are faring well in this summer heat. We've had to water our plants daily to keep them from dying since we haven't had any measurable rain in weeks . Hopefully the worst is behind us and cooler days will be arriving soon. We've had many visitors from Texas in the last few weeks that come to the Ozark Mountains for a respite from the sweltering heat. The evenings have been pleasant with temperatures in the 70's and a few guests have chosen to have breakfast outside to enjoy the cool mornings. Kids will be going back to school soon and we hope you'll take some time for yourself to relax in Eureka Springs.

There's always plenty of things going on in Eureka Springs and this month is no exception. Events this month include the 17th Annual Yards and Yards of Yard Sales. Hosted August 5th and 6th, Yard Sale bargains will be all around town. Maps will be available at the Chamber of Commerce so you can locate the sales in our city-wide sale. New this year, the Eurekan Biking-swimming-foot race triathlon, with lots of activities for family members of the athletes, August 12-14. Participate or come watch the athletes compete for the title of THE EUREKAN. Join us for our 2011 Annual Bluegrass Celebration August 19-21! Rain or Shine. Bluegrass groups such as Mountain Sprout, Backroads Bluegrass Band, Steve Jones' Band, Cletus Got Shot, Arkansas Red, Hogscalders, Hogeye Ramblers, Blackberry Winter and Gospel-themed ensembles from the Pine Mountain Theatre and the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down will perform. The 19th Annual Volkwagen weekend will be August 26-28 featuring all things VW. There's even a Banjo Rally featuring banjos from all over the US. Sounds like great fun!

Don't miss Free concerts in Basin Spring Park seven days a week, weather permitting. Eureka Springs. We'd love to have you visit and enjoy all the extraordinary things Eureka Springs has to offer. Call us and make your reservations today!

RECIPE

CRESCENT ROLL BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

1 tube crescent rolls
6-8 slices of thickly sliced or grated pepper jack cheese
4 eggs
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons dried onion or minced green onion
6 slices bacon (fried and crumbled) or thinly sliced ham
salt and pepper

Separate & press dough in sprayed 9x13” pan. Press into bottom and 1” up each side of pan, sealing seams. Place cheese slices over the dough, sprinkle with bacon. In a small bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt and pepper, pour over cheese slices. Cover loosely with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until tested done. 6-8 servings.

Eureka Springs B&B Newsletter

2011-06-29T11:23:00.001-05:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
June, 2011

Lots of things going on in Eureka Springs during July. We're looking forward to the July 4th celebrations. Hometown Downtown Fourth of July will host a full day of games, contests, food, music and family fun in downtown Eureka Springs. Then off to Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge with your own fireworks, or Holiday Island to watch theirs., including the fireworks at Turpentine Creek.

Enjoy a French-themed weekend during Fleur Delicious July 7, 8 and 9, including a street fair atmosphere and many local businesses participating throughout the event. Starts at the Farmers' Market at Pine Mtn. Village on Thursday morning. Free events in Basin Spring Park and events all around town. French wine flight at DeVito's. Indulge yourself!

Don't forget the 2nd Saturday Gallery stroll where the city's art galleries are joining forces to stage a monthly "Celebration of the Art of Eureka.". And later in the month, the Fat Tire Festival will be held at Lake Leatherwood Park, and host competitive and non-competitive mountain bike events.

Don't miss Free concerts in Basin Spring Park seven days a week, weather permitting. Eureka Springs. We'd love to have you visit our Eureka Springs B&B and enjoy all the extraordinary things Eureka Springs has to offer. Call us and make your reservations today!

Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2011-06-07T12:09:00.000-05:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
June, 2011

The rash of spring storms has been unfortunate and we hope you and your loved ones are safe and well. Many places in the area are accepting donations for the relief effort. Our heart goes out to all those affected.

The Eureka Springs Blues Festival is this weekend. If the blues are your thing, be sure to catch the multitude of performers that will be all over town. We have one cottage left for the weekend and it won’t last long. Cars shows, gallery strolls, free music in the park and more…Eureka has lots of things going on this month. Opera in the Ozarks starts later this month. The season is short, so don’t miss out. The finale will be on July 22.

We’ve been working on ongoing upgrades this spring, with new drapes and duvets in several rooms, new flat-screen tv’s and cherry tv stands. We’re always working to make your stay nice and comfortable and we appreciate all our wonderful guests.

Weekends are getting really busy and our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast rooms are filling up, so don’t delay. Reserve your dates today. Our special is month is for mid-week when things are less busy.

Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter May 2011

2011-05-03T10:44:00.004-05:00

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
May, 2011

The rain has been plentiful and all the plants and flowers are so green and lush. It's been a beautiful spring and should make for marvelous fall color later this year. Don't believe the bad news reports. Eureka Springs isn't flooded and is open and ready for business. The natural springs are beautiful and flowing right now. If you are a photography enthusiast, now is a great time to take advantage of this rare opportunity to capture some spectacular shots.

The May Festival of the Arts is held the entire month. Come celebrate the art of Eureka Springs in all its forms. Dozens of exhibits, artist’s receptions and demonstrations, Gallery Strolls, annual White Street Studio Walk, free concerts and much more are part of this month's city-wide festival. This year's premier performance of the Great Passion Play will commence on May 6th. Among the many other events are a plant sale, car shows, a parade, War Eagle Craft Show, a bike show and much more!

I want to thank everyone that has voted on our food poll. It seems that there is a growing demand for healthier foods while people are on vacation. We intend to take your input to heart and adjust our recipes accordingly, so stay tuned as we gradually work on perfecting them. The poll is still open and you are invited to vote and/or leave a comment if you wish. The poll is here. Thanks for your input.

Our Spring dates in our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast are filling up, so don't delay. Reserve your dates today.

RECIPE

LEMON MUFFINS
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
1 large egg, beaten
1 (8 oz) container lemon yogurt
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
glaze

Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl; make a well in center of mixture.
Stir together egg and next 3 ingredients until blended. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. Spoon into lightly greased muffin pans, filling three-fourths full.
Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool in pans 5 minutes. Prepare glaze.
Spoon warm glaze evenly over warm muffins. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Makes 12 muffins.

GLAZE
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

Cool all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until sugar dissolves.

Bed and Breakfast Newsletter Eureka Springs, AR

2011-04-05T07:24:00.002-05:00

Blooms, blooms everywhere! I don’t have to tell you the weather is just great to get out and enjoy, especially after such a hard winter. Our special this month is a great getaway on a budget and you can even add a couple’s massage by exchanging the show tickets along with $79 extra! What a great deal as couple’s massages normally are $130 for one-hour for two people.

Events this month include the 2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll. Enjoy an open-house atmosphere as galleries welcome tourists and locals alike. Carving In The Ozarks is also this month and offers an unique opportunity to see carvers at work using chainsaws to make art instead of cutting down trees. Of course, music shows, stores and restaurants have all reopened after their winter break, so there’s plenty to do and enjoy in Eureka Springs.

We want your input on a poll we are conducting about food choices. While we get many compliments on our made-from-scratch breakfasts and desserts, we want to stay current with our guests preferences. It’s a delicate balance. While we rarely do a “country breakfast” with biscuits, gravy and scrambled eggs since you can get that at almost any restaurant, we also don’t want to serve fancy dishes that our guests can’t pronounce with ingredients that are only available at gourmet stores.
We want to know what you think. When you are on vacation or a getaway, do you indulge on rich foods or rather have lighter, healthier fare? Go to EveningShade.com/blog/ and answer just one question and leave us a comment, if you’d like.

Spring is a great time to getaway to our bed and breakfast in Eureka Springs. Reserve your dates today.

Our Winning Recipe this year at Souper Soup!
EVENING SHADE INN TRIPLE CHOCOLATE CAKE

Make two 9 inch layers of Devil’s Food Cake by box directions.
Place layer of Chocolate Ganache between the layers.
Frost Cake with Extra Smooth Frosting.
Top with toasted almond pieces.

Ganache
1/2 pound bittersweet chocolate (hershey’s special dark chips)
1/2 cup heavy cream
Chop chocolate or use chocolate chips and place in a 2-quart bowl.
Place cream in a micro-wave safe measuring cup and bring to a boil (about 1 minute). Pause and bring to a boil twice more (should take only a few seconds the second and third time). Wait 20 seconds, then pour the cream over the chocolate. Use a spoon to blend the chocolate until it is soft. Whisk starting in the center of the bowl and gradually work out. Stop as soon as mixture is blended. Ganache can keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Makes enough to frost between two 9? cake layers.

Extra Smooth Frosting
10 ounces bittersweet chocolate (60% cacao works best), chopped
1 1/2 cups unsalted buter, room temperature
3 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Place chopped chocolate in a medium metal bowl, set bowl over saucepan of simmering water and stir until choclate is melted and smooth. Carefully remove bowl from over water, let melted chocolate cool until lukewarm, stirring occasionally. Using electric mixer, beat butter in large bowl until smooth and creamy. Sift powdered sugar over buter and beat until well blended, about 2 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Add melted chocolate and beat until well blended and smooth, occasionally scraping down sides of bowl.

Eureka Springs B&B March Newsletter

2011-03-06T07:32:00.002-06:00

Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter March 2011

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
March, 2011

We planted roses yesterday…spring is on it’s way. Things are starting to get busy and everyone is sprucing up after the cold, hard winter. It’s good to see things greening up again already. Our Valentine’s month special was a big hit and we want to thank all of the Romantic Couples who took advantage of it. We also had lots of fun making the cherry cheesecake special dessert this year. Now that February is behind us, there’ll be more and different wonderful desserts to enjoy.

Wow! March starts off with Mardi Gras celebrations all over town. The parade is downtown this Saturday. If one parade isn’t enough this month, the St. Patricks’ Day Parade and the Victorian Classic 10K will be on March 12. You can sample soups and desserts from restaurants and B&B’s at the Souper Soup that follows the Victorian Classic at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center. The Spring Antique show will be March 18th, also at the Convention Center. Don’t miss these annual events that draw bigger crowds to Eureka Springs each year. Music Shows reopen this month, with he Pine Mountain Jamboree opening Friday night, just in time for our “Sing Into Spring Special”.

Don’t miss out on all the fun in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast!

BREAKFAST CROISSANT CASSEROLE

(Makes 4 Casseroles)
4 eggs
1 ¼ cups milk
7 oz shredded cheese (colby/cheddar)
3 oz pepperjack cheese
3/8 tsp dill seed
3/8 tsp dill weed
3 oz cream cheese, diced
3/8 tsp ground mustard
1 ¼ tsp Greek seasoning
3/8 onion, diced and sautéed
4 small croissants (or 1 ½ large)
4 slices ham (3×5 sandwich size)
Hollandaise sauce mix

Grease 8 oz ramekins
Cover bottom of ramekins with a layer of torn croissants
Place layer of diced cream cheese over croissants
Cut ham into small pieces (about 3/8”) and layer over cream cheese
Cover with another layer of torn croissants
Mix eggs, milk, colby/cheddar cheeses, mustard, seasoning and onion together
Pour over croissants, avoid overfilling cups
Top with pepperjack cheese
Bake at 350° for 1 hour
Mix Hollandaise sauce following package directions
Turn out casserole from ramekins onto small plate and top with Hollandaise sauce.

SPECIALS

SING INTO SPRING SPECIAL

* 2 Free Music Show Tickets – Your Choice of the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down or Pine Mountain Jamboree
* 2 Nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn and Sabrina)
* In-Room Full Breakfast each morning
* Desserts in your room each day
* $278.00 plus tax
* Add $20 to upgrade to a fireplace suite
* Add $50 to upgrade to a private cottage

Valid in March 2011

Eureka Springs B&B February 2011 Newsletter

2011-02-02T15:32:00.001-06:00

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
February, 2011

Hopefully the snow will be gone soon and Spring is just around the corner. We're gearing up for February and want to make the entire month of February Romantic with month-long Specials. Celebrate your annual "Valentine's Day" with us. Chocolate Lovers won't want to miss the Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival on February 12th with a chocolate seminar, chocolate dipping fountains, chocolate sampling, "best of" contests and gift items available.

Mardi Gras celebrations dominate the March calendar. Come take part in the fast growing celebrations all over town. We've even put together a Mardi Gras in Eureka Package to help you celebrate. Costumes are encouraged. The Pine Mountain Jamboree and the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down will be starting their 2011 Seasons March 4th and 11th, respectfully. The St. Patricks' Day Parade and the Victorian Classic 10K will be on March 12 and the Spring Antique show will be March 18th. Don't miss these annual events that draw bigger crowds to Eureka Springs each year.

Come relax and rejuvenate at our Eureka Springs B&B, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today!

January Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2011-01-07T20:03:00.001-06:00

We had a great New Year's weekend and we're looking forward to an even better 2011, thanks to all our wonderful repeat guests. Thank you!
Although January is normally a quiet month here in Eureka Springs, we have lots to do this month. Decorations have to be put away, rooms need to be refreshened, year-end office work and planning for the year ahead all have to be done.

We're trying something new this winter. Donna has decided to serve dinner to the cottages in January because the selection of restaurants is limited. Check out our newsletter specials at http://www.eveningshade.com/specials/

Our recipe for this month is a dessert that would the perfect for Valentine's day. We made this a few days ago as a trial-run and it was fantastic.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CHEESECAKE

Crust:
2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
6 tablespoons melted butter

Cheesecake:
4 8 oz packages cream cheese
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
4 ounces white baking chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, quartered
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Topping:
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 teaspoons shortening - divided
1/2 ounce white baking chocolate

In a small bowl, combine chocolate crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a greased 10-inch springform pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in melted chocolate and vanilla. Gently fold in cherries and pecans. Pour into crust.

Bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
Carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.

In a microwave, melt the semisweet chocolate, butter and 1 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Cool for 2 minutes; pour over cheesecake. Spread over the top and let it run down the sides. Cool.

In a small saucepan, melt the white chocolate and remaining shortening. Drizzle over the top. Cool. Store in the refrigerator.

Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today!

December Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2010-12-04T09:53:00.002-06:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
December, 2010

Christmas time again! Wow, where did the year go? We’ve had our lights up for a couple of weeks now and the town looks really great. The Eureka Springs Christmas Parade will be tomorrow night and will be interesting and unusual, just like Eureka Springs, as always. We’ve decided to take off Dec 23-26 to be with family, so don’t wait to reserve for New Year’s weekend with us.

There are still dates open for the Holiday Mansion Tour Package. Only two weekends left, so don’t wait. We are also getting a wonderful discount on massages thru January, so we put together the “Personal Christmas” package that includes a Two-Nights in one of our king jacuzzi suites plus a One-Hour Couple’s Massage for the lowest price ever! This discount is good thru January, so don’t wait.

Christmas Music shows will be playing until December 11th. Nothing like great Christmas Music to get me in the Holiday Spirit!
Come relax and rejuvenate in our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today!

Eureka Springs November B&B Newsletter

2010-11-07T18:17:00.001-06:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
November, 2010

It’s November already and year-ending events are filling the Eureka Springs calendar. The 63rd Annual Folk Festival is this weekend and features free concerts and a craft show in the park. Eliza Gilkyson headlines the featured show at the Auditorium Nov. 6. The Barefoot Ball returns to the 1905 Basin Park Hotel by popular demand Nov. 5. And a talent show competition will be inaugurated Nov. 4 as part of a free show at the Auditorium.

On the west side of town, The All American Weekend will include, besides cookoff contests, a cruise-in, parade, poker run, veterans’ ride, a free show at Ozark Mountain Hoedown on Saturday night, a street dance, vendors, raffles and drawings. A “People’s Choice” chili cookoff will kick off the weekend Friday afternoon, Nov. 5, with everyone invited to participate and compete..

The Pine Mountain Christmas Show will start November 11th. We normally have our lights up by the second weekend in November, as long as the weather holds out. Santa will be visiting in Basin Park on November 26. The Eureka Springs Christmas Parade will be December 3.

November weekends are booking up. We do have some vacancies during the week, so book your dates now! Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today!

October Eureka Springs B&B Newsletter

2010-10-06T17:12:00.001-05:00

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
October, 2010

We're looking forward to the crisp nights and warm days that will make the leaves turn. We still don't know what effect the hot, dry summer will have on the foliage, but luckily we did get some rain late in the summer and everything greened up again. Normally, the leaves are at their peak during the last week of October and first week of November, but nothing's guaranteed. You can check the Arkansas Tourism Foliage Update here.

The wonderful weather will make visiting Eureka Springs even more enjoyable. Don't miss the War Eagle Mill Craft Show, Haunted Hayrides, Voices of the Silent City and the Carnegie Library Book Sale and much more in October!

October is our busiest month and most weekends are already booked. We do have some vacancies during the week, so book your dates now! Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates at our Eureka Springs B&B today!

Eureka Springs B&B September Newsletter

2010-09-08T20:21:00.002-05:00

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
September, 2010

It seems like one day it was the hottest it’s been this Summer and the next day it is Fall! A cold front came thru about a week ago and boy did it make a difference. The weather is just right for all the outdoor events coming up. There will still be some warm days so I included an Icebox Cheesecake recipe to enjoy. There are so many things going on this month and next. Be sure to look over the events list below, you’re sure to find something that you’d enjoy. And don’t forget there’s free music every Saturday and Sunday in Basin Spring Park.

Eureka Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission is sponsoring “September Senior Savings” in September with lodging, restaurant and retail discounts for Seniors. We’ve discounted our weekday rates lower than ever before just for this event, so don’t miss out. See below for details.
September and October are our busiest months, so book your dates now! Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Book your Eureka Springs B&B Getaway today!

SPECIAL

20% off Monday thru Thursday for Seniors

* Good thru September 23rd.
* Suites start at $110 per night plus tax
* Full Breakfast Delivered to Your Door
* Afternoon Desserts in Your Room
* All King Size Beds
* Parking At Your Door With Few Steps
* Trolley Stops At Our Driveway

20% Off Applies to Lodging Only, Guests Age 50 And Over, No Other Discounts Apply,
MUST Mention “Senior Special” When Booking.

August B&B Newsletter

2010-08-04T07:57:00.000-05:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
August, 2010

Some people wait all year for August to roll around in Eureka Springs for the city-wide yardsale, the Annual Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival and the Annual VW Weekend. Don’t forget the Gallery Stroll, the Talent Contest at the Pine Mountain Jamboree and more! And don’t forget there’s free music every Saturday and Sunday in Basin Spring Park.

August – Time for one last getaway before the kids go back to school! Traditionally, this is a slower period for us so we’re offering a great weekday special, so don’t wait too long to take advantage.
Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. Reserve your dates today!

SPECIAL

Unwind On A Budget
Yes, You Deserve A Getaway

* Stay Two Nights in a King Jacuzzi Suite (Maylie, Matalyn or Sabrina)
* Enjoy a Full Breakfast in your room each morning
* Homemade Desserts in your room each afternoon
* A Dinner for Two at one of Eureka’s Fine Restaurants ($50 voucher)
* Two Tickets to a Music Show
* $379.00 plus tax Weekends
* $349.00 plus tax Monday thru Thursday

Exchange Music Show Tickets for a One-Hour Couple’s Massage for only $79 extra!
No other discounts apply

RECIPE

SAUSAGE HASHBROWN CASSEROLE

1 lb ground sausage, divided
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10 3/4 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 container (8 oz) container of french onion dip
1 cup chopped onion (optional)
1/4 cup each red and green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
1 package (30 oz) frozen hash brown shredded potatoes, thawed

In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Drain well. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheese, chicken soup, sour cream, french onion dip, chopped onion, bell peppers, salt and pepper. Fold in thawed hash brown potatoes. Reserve about 1/2 cup cooked sausage and combine remainder with hash brown mixture. Spread mixture in a 9×13 greased baking dish. Top with remaining sausage. Bake at 350 degrees for about one hour or until casserole is golden brown. Cool about 10 minutes before serving.

July in Eureka Springs, AR

2010-07-02T20:42:00.001-05:00

Summer is really here, but at least the weather has been cooler the last few days, making outdoor activities more enjoyable. Some things going on in July are the Second Saturday Gallery Stroll, Fat Tire Festival and Opera in the Ozarks will be playing until July 17th, so don’t miss your chance to catch a fantastic performance this year. There will also be an art display at the AUD for the final performance.
We’ve added a few new summer dessert recipes to make your stay with us even better. A light, cool dessert is so refreshing after a day out shopping or sightseeing. The Oreo Cookie Dessert is so good – you have to try it!

Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. We still have vacancies for July, so take advantage of a great Summer Getaway. Reserve your dates at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast today!

Summer is Here!

2010-06-06T10:40:00.000-05:00

Whew! May is over and summer is here. Everything is so green and lush right now because of all the spring rain. Donna and I have found a little time to get out enjoy the scenery lately on the bike. The riding here is fantastic. June looks to be a busy month in Eureka Springs with lots of things to do. Here's just some of the things going on in June - a art gallery stroll, a car show, Opera in the Ozarks, the Xterra Outdoor Triathlon, Carnegie Library 100th Celebration and much more. And don't forget, Blues Weekend is this coming weekend and there will be lots of music all over town to enjoy.

There's always something going on in Eureka Springs. Weekends in June are really filling up, so we put together a Mid-Week Special so you can take advantage of the less-busy time during the week. Reserve your dates today!
Evening Shade Inn, a Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast

The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs

2010-05-04T11:20:00.000-05:00

The Great Passion Play will reopen for its 42nd annual season May 7th. Come see hundreds of cast performers re-enact the last days of Jesus Christ, his death and ressurection on a hillside outdoor theatre. An unforgettable and inspiring performance enjoyed by more than seven million people from all over the world for over 40 years.

Performed using live animals, historically accurate sets and costumes, and features state-of-the art sound and lighting effects and original music in a dramatic two-hour presentation of the last week in the incarnation of Jesus of Nazareth.

There’s much more to do at the Great Passion Play. Visit the Bible Museum, the Tabernacle, the Christ of the Ozarks Statue, The Living Bible Tour, Sacred Arts Exhibit, the Berlin Wall and the Little Church in the Grove. Enjoy the Texans performance at the “Top of the Mountain” Dinner Theatre starting at 5:00 pm for a hearty sit-down meal and gospel entertainment prior to the Play.

We offer several bed and breakfast packages in Eureka Springs that include tickets to the Great Passion Play. Come enjoy all there is to do in Eureka Springs, the extraordinary escape.

April B&B Newsletter

2010-04-05T10:20:00.002-05:00

Spring is well underway in Eureka Springs. Trees and flowers are blooming and it’s such a lovely time to visit. Spring is all about Art in Eureka Springs, especially during April and May. The galleries will start their Annual Gallery Stroll Open House the second Saturday of April and continue through December. The entire month of May is devoted to the Arts in Eureka Springs, with many events and exhibitions displaying a wide variety of fine art. A new event this year, the Grand Illumination, will decorate downtown buildings and Victorian homes with thousands of oriental lanterns. The 42nd annual season of the Great Passion Play will open May 7th.
There’s always something going on in Eureka Springs. Check out the list below and come join the fun! It’s not too early to call to reserve your dates. Plan that Special Getaway this year at Evening Shade Inn Bed and Breakfast.

SPECIAL
The Two Free Music Show Tickets special was so well received in March, we have extended it to April. Don’t miss out – time is running out.
April Special

* Stay Two Nights in March and Get Two Music Show Tickets Free!
* Your Choice of the Pine Mountain Jamboree or Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down Shows*
* Good on any suite or cottage
* Must mention this special when making your reservation.

*Pine Mountain Jamboree closed Sundays, Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down opens closed Tuesdays
No other discounts apply

RECIPE
White Chocolate Lemon Tart
This recipe uses Meyer Lemons. Meyer lemons are a cross between a lemon and a mandarin orange. This unique fruit blends the traditional flavor of a lemon and the sweetness of an orange. It’s rich, dark and aromatic juice is much sweeter than a conventional lemon. If Meyer lemons aren’t available, mix lemon and fresh squeezed orange juice in equal parts.

3 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup Meyer lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
4 ounces white chocolate chips
1 cup heavy cream
1 9 inch baked pie shell

In a medium stainless steel bowl, beat the eggs until blended. Stir in sugar and then Meyer lemon juice. Cook over boiling water, stirring continuously with a wire whisk until mixture thickens, resembling pudding. Remove from heat and stir in white chocolate until melted and completely incorporated. Set aside to cool at room temperature. Cover and chill.
Whip the cream to firm peaks. Fold the Meyer lemon mixture into the cream and spoon into baked pie shell.
Chill 2 hours or until firm before serving. If desired, garnish with extra whipped cream before serving.

March Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

2010-03-05T21:58:00.002-06:00

EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
March, 2010

Finally, Spring is on the way! At least the weather is warmer and things coming alive again. The Pine Mountain Jamboree Music show opens this weekend and the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down opens March 12th. Eureka Springs will host The Governor’s Conference on Tourism starting Sunday. This conference is the largest in-state meeting of travel, tourism, and hospitality professionals. We welcome Governor Beebe to Eureka Springs and hope he gets to see all Eureka Springs’ has to offer!

We have some vacancies for the last two weekends of March, but weekdays are easier to get the suite or cottage you want. We are open year-around so it’s not too early to call to reserve your dates.Plan that Special Getaway this year at Evening Shade Inn Bed and Breakfast in Eureka Springs.

SPECIAL
March Special

Stay Two Nights in March and Get Two Music Show Tickets Free!
Your Choice of the Pine Mountain Jamboree or Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down Shows*
Good on any suite or cottage
Must mention this special when making your reservation.

*Pine Mountain Jamboree opens March 5, Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down opens March 12
No other discounts apply

February Valentine Getaway

2010-02-10T21:37:00.002-06:00

We’re behind getting the newsletter out this month. We’ve spent the last couple of weeks taking pictures and putting all the new information on our website. We hope you like it and it will help you make the decision to stay with us.

Feb 8 snow

Snow, snow, snow. We’ve had our share this year. The snow today is just beautiful and hasn’t caused any driving problems in our area. The road crews have done a terrific job keeping the highways and main streets open this winter. I know I’ve shoveled more snow this year that any I can ever remember.

For February, we are trying out a new dessert – Chocolate-Covered Cherry Pie. It’s especially good. Why not give it a try? The recipe is on our website. Speaking of February, we still have a couple of vacancies for Valentine’s Day (Sunday) and some vacancies the remaining weekends and weekdays in February. Be sure to check our Valentine Month special if you can come anytime in February except Valentines’ weekend. So why wait? We are open year-around, so it’s not too soon to reserve your special dates.

New Year, New Specials

2010-01-01T15:56:00.000-06:00

The New Year. Everyone looks forward to resolutions and starting over. New promise, new expectations, new challenges. Putting the past behind and moving forward. We are lucky to have that chance. Don’t squander the time you have with your loved one. Make time to get away and reconnect. Romance shouldn’t be at the bottom of your to-do list.

Guys and gals, don’t let Valentine’s be the one time of year you show your love. Breakfast without the kids that she doesn’t have to cook and time away with you will do wonders, I’m sure you know. So why wait? We are open year-around, so it’s not too soon to reserve your special dates.

Spoil that special someone this year with a Romantic Getaway at Evening Shade Inn Bed and Breakfast.

The Lights are Up, We're Waiting for You!

2009-12-01T19:47:00.002-06:00

The lights are up, the trees are trimmed and everything is ready for your special holiday getaway! It's a great time to visit Eureka Springs. Enjoy all the festive decorations around town, the special music shows and one-of-a-king shopping.

The Eureka Springs Christmas Parade is December 4th and there's always a big turnout to see all the eclectic entries that Eureka Springs is famous for! Don't forget that weekdays are special too. We are open year-around (even Christmas), so it's not too soon to reserve for the holidays or the new year.

Start a new tradition this year with a Romantic Getaway at Evening Shade Inn.

Ready for Winter?

2009-11-03T11:41:00.000-06:00

Are you ready for winter? Fall is rushing by and it will be here in no time. We are looking forward to all the wonderful food that comes with this time of year - dressing, pies, candy, cookies and more. It's a great time to visit Eureka Springs. The crowds have lessened and the crisp, cool weather is perfect for cuddling by the fireplace.

The 62nd Ozark Folk Festival is this weekend. Come see the parade and hear some wonderful talent and browse the craft show at the Courthouse. The 21st Antique Show and Sale will be November 21 and 22. Who knows? You may find that special piece that you've been looking for.

November weekends are filling rapidly - be sure to call early to avoid disappointment. Don't forget that weekdays are special too. We are open year-around, so it's not too soon to reserve a Romantic Getaway for the holidays or the new year.

Fall is Here!

2009-10-06T17:40:00.001-05:00

Fall is here! The crisp, cool weather is so refreshing. We get lots of questions about fall foliage and generally the leaves in our part of the Ozarks reach peak color around the latter part of October/first week of November. Here's a link to the Arkansas Parks and Toursim site for fall foliage updates for more information.

Our October weekends are almost filled up - be sure to call early to avoid disappointment. We want everyone to have that "special" suite or cottage. We are open year-around, so it's not too soon to reserve a Romantic Getaway for the holidays or the new year.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape!

Corvette Weekend in Eureka Springs

2009-10-01T09:50:00.004-05:00

My regular monthly newsletter may be late this month because of Corvette Weekend in Eureka Springs, Ar. Its a really big event for this area and brings cars in from long distances. Our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast is completely booked this weekend. Our guests really like being able to park their Corvettes right outside their door on pavement. Many other b&b's in town only offer gravel or you have to park far away, so the pavement and being able to keep an eye on your car is really appreciated. Hoses and buckets are provided to keep the cars clean too. What more could you want with breakfast delivered to your room? How about a freshly cleaned room and home-made desserts waiting for you when you come back from the day's activities!

Our fall is shaping up to be really busy, so if you plan your trip to Eureka Springs and book your stay with us soon!

Clark and Donna Renew Vows

2009-09-05T12:56:00.004-05:00

August 30 was our wedding anniversary and Donna and I decided to renew our vows. We really wanted something stress-free and enjoyable. Our last-minute decision was on Friday and thought we would like to do the ceremony in Victorian clothing, so we rented our duds locally and called the Minister. After our guests left on Sunday, we dressed and had our ceremony late that afternoon. Our ceremony was intimate and we even said a few words of our own. We posed for a few pictures, took a lovely horse-drawn carriage ride and ate dinner downtown. (A special treat for us!) You have to understand, our original wedding was everything except stress-free, so we really enjoyed being able to concentrate on each other, rather than the wedding details.

We have elopement and renewal wedding packages that can be customized just for you. Just let us know and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

September dates are really filling up - be sure to call early to avoid disappointment. We want everyone to have that "special" suite or cottage at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape!

Summer's Winding Down - Don't Wait

2009-08-02T11:46:00.005-05:00

It won't be long until the kids start back to school. Don't wait until it's too late to take that much-needed romantic getaway! Donna and I plan attend a family get-together in Texas and take a little break before the fall season is upon us. Don't fear, Robin (our interim innkeeper) will be here to take good care of you while we are gone.

There are lots of things going on this month - Yards and Yards of Yardsales, a Classic Car Show and the BlueGrass Festival - there's something for everyone in Eureka Springs. Don't forget there's FREE afternoon music all week in Basin Park, courtesy of the downtown merchants and the CAPC. Don't miss it.

Let us customize your visit by adding tickets or other extras to any stay or package. Just let us know and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape!

Visit Eureka Springs in July

2009-07-05T12:50:00.002-05:00

I can't believe it's already July...the height of the summer! Shoot off your own fireworks at Turpentine Creek or just watch their fireworks show. Fat Tire festival is also this month. The famous Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival is coming in August. Now there's FREE afternoon music all week in Basin Park, courtesy of the downtown merchants and the CAPC. Don't miss it.

Try our July Special and come to Eureka mid-week when things are more relaxed and less crowded. You can add tickets or other extras to any stay or package. Just let us know and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape!

Visit our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast website for more information, pictures and events.

June Is A Great Time To Visit Eureka Springs

2009-05-30T12:36:00.001-05:00

Ahhh! The weather is beautiful. It's a great time of year to visit Eureka Springs. Enjoy the outdoors sightseeing or taking in some of the many activities in our wonderful Extraordinary Escape. The Great Passion Play now has a New Dinner Theater featuring the Texans. Enjoy a sit-down meal and a great Christian Music Show. Call us for details. Also, don't forget free music in the park on weekends.

Thank you for all your repeat business and referrals. June is shaping up to be very busy for us, so don't wait too long to make your reservations. Try our June Special and come to Eureka mid-week when things are more relaxed and less crowded. You can add tickets or other extras to any stay or package. Just let us know and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

Come enjoy an Extraordinary Escape at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast!

Spring is Finally Here!

2009-05-30T12:32:00.000-05:00

Eureka Springs, Arkansas
May, 2009

Finally, Spring is here! Trees and plants are blooming and we've been getting rain for the last week so everything is really greening up again. May is a busy month with lots of things going on. The entire month of May is Art Month so don't miss all the fun activities and free music in the park.

May weekends are really filling up, so call early. We still have a couple openings for Memorial Day Weekend and Blues Festival Weekend. Try our May Special and come to Eureka mid-week when things are more relaxed and less crowded. The Great Passion Play has started their season and you can make ticket arrangements thru us. You can add tickets or other extras to any stay or package. Just let us know and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

Come to our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape!

Getting into the Swing of Spring

2009-04-01T09:05:00.001-05:00

Spring is coming and we can't wait! Mother nature has been teasing us with some 70 degree days, but then dropping the temperature down again in the 30's. We even had sleet and snow last weekend but the temp went back into the 50's and it melted quickly. We are patiently waiting for the "real" spring to come so we won't lose new plants.

The Music Shows are now back in full swing. We saw the Pine Mountain Jamboree show last week and we were really pleased with the changes they have made. It's not the same show as last year. The Bishops are even opening an ice cream parlor in Pine Mountain Village after the show for that late-night sweet tooth. We'll try to get time to see the Hoe-Down show soon so we can answer your questions. Some of our packages include show tickets and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

Digging Out From The Ice Storm

2009-03-01T09:08:00.000-06:00

The ice storm cleanup is really progressing. Some guests have noticed that Eureka cleaned up really fast and doesn't appear to have suffered as much damage as surrounding areas. It's just that everyone pitched in and worked really hard. We are your Relaxing Getway Hosts, after all and want to make your stay with us a pleasant one.

Spring Break is coming and we want to invite you for a spring getaway with us. We even have some special gifts for the Teachers in our March Spring Break Package. It's been a long winter and we are looking forward to the Hoe-Down and the Jamboree Music Shows to reopen this month. Some of our packages include show tickets and we'll be glad to make reservations for you.

Great Time For Romance

2009-02-10T08:45:00.001-06:00

Sorry my posting is late. February really came in with a bang! Of course by now you've heard about the great ice storm of '09 that hit our area. It started raining the last Monday of January and it rained until Wednesday in below freezing temperatures. Ice coated everything it touched. Eventually, the weight brought down trees, tree limbs and power lines. We were fortunate to lose power for only three days, much less than many others. It may be as long as two more weeks until everyone is back on. We survived with no major damage other than losing trees and limbs. I'll get plenty of exercise cleaning them up.

Restaurants and shops are gearing up for Valentine's. Our Valentine's weekend is filled, but why not try celebrating on a weekday or maybe a different weekend? Things in town will be less crowded and hectic. A warm fireplace makes for a cozy, romantic stay during this colder weather. We'll deliver a hot breakfast right to your door so you can enjoy time with each other without getting out in the cold.

Happy New Year!

2009-01-01T16:35:00.001-06:00

Happy New Year! We are looking forward to celebrating our third year as innkeepers this month. The past year has been tough in many ways, so starting another year allows us to put the past behind and be hopeful of the future.

Restaurants and shops are open during the winter. January is a perfect time to enjoy a quiet, relaxing getaway. A warm fireplace makes for a cozy, romantic stay during this colder weather. We'll deliver a hot breakfast right to your door so you can enjoy time with each other without getting out in the cold.

Come and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast!

Holiday Season is Near!

2008-11-06T08:31:00.002-06:00

Halloween is now past and Thanksgiving is not far away. It's hard to believe the year is nearly over. The city and merchants will be putting up Christmas decorations very soon. We plan to have ours up by the second week of November. Many merchants have announced they will be staying open extended hours in November and December to help with gift shopping. The city has decided to have free metered parking weekdays after 1:00 pm. Christmas shows at Pine Mountain and the Hoe-Down start Nov 10th and 16th respectively.

Come and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape this season at our Eureka Springs B&B.

October is Great in Eureka Springs

2008-10-01T15:42:00.004-05:00

October is here and no wonder it's our busiest month! The weather is just perfect -lows in the high 40's and highs in the low 70's and little chance of rain. The leaves will be changing soon, so don't wait too long to make your reservations, we are filling up fast. Don't forget about all the fun things going on too - Corvette Weekend, War Eagle Craft Fair and the Passion Play will have their last performance of the year on October 26th.

We look forward to couples coming during the cooler months to rest, relax and reconnect, snuggle in front of a cozy fireplace and sip hot chocolate. Make some "together time" this year at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast.

Fall Colors!

2008-09-02T10:25:00.003-05:00

The kids are back in school and everyone's looking forward to cooler weather this fall. Our fall months are really filling up so don't wait too long to make your reservation. We get a lot of questions about when the leaves will change and that's hard to predict so we've added Fall Foliage links on our website's homepage. The Arkansas Dept. of Parks and Tourism has a regular update on foliage status plus there are local pictures from last year that are dated to show how the colors progress over time.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape this Fall!

Summer is Here!

2008-09-02T10:22:00.001-05:00

Summer is in full swing and lots of things are happening in Eureka in the next few weeks. A city-wide yard sale, art gallery open houses, free live music, car shows, gospel singing festival and much more!

Don't miss the Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival. This is one of our most attended festivals and it gets better each year. Enjoy some of the best local and regional Bluegrass Groups, you won't be disappointed.

There's always plenty to do in Eureka Springs and be sure to visit Basin Park Saturday and Sunday afternoons and be treated to free live music!

Come to the Mountains!

2008-07-04T08:38:00.004-05:00

I'm continually impressed with the climate here in the Ozark Mountains. We attended the New Great Passion Play last night and once the sun went down, it felt like the temperature dropped 20 degrees! It was so pleasant to be outside to experience this wonderful performance that is unique to Eureka Springs. The new music and scenes make it more inspiring than ever.

Eureka Springs will host an Independence Day Parade July 5th. "Red White and You" will be the theme of an Independence Day Parade through downtown Eureka Springs on Saturday afternoon beginning at 2:00. Come do a parade - Eureka style!

Don't miss the Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival in August. This is one of our most attended festivals and it gets better each year. Enjoy some of the best local and regional Bluegrass Groups, you won't be disappointed.

There's always plenty to do in Eureka Springs and be sure to hang out in Basin Park Saturday and Sunday afternoons and be treated to free live music! Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape! Our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast is the perfect place to get away and be pampered.

We'll go some other time.

2008-06-01T17:31:00.003-05:00

It's all too easy to say "we'll go some other time". We all do it. We say to ourselves that we have so much to do that we can't possibly get away to relax and reconnect with our loved one. But what else could be more important? Don't wait to enjoy time together. Come unwind and make some lifetime memories.

Events are in full swing in June. Car and bike shows, outdoor music, art gallery open houses and more!! The ESSA (Eureka Springs School of the Arts) is hosting a series of classes for those who want to learn or improve your art skills. See the list below for details. There's always plenty to do in Eureka Springs and be sure to hang out in Basin Park Saturday and Sunday afternoons and be treated to free live music!

We still have a few openings for June 14th weekend of the Street Rod and Classic Car show.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy an Extraordinary Escape!

The Blues in Eureka Springs

2008-05-05T16:53:00.007-05:00

2008 Eureka Springs Blues Weekend
The upcoming Blues Weekend, May 29 through June 1 promises to be one of the best ever in recent years. In addition to a several nationally renowned headline acts at THE AUD and performances at the Basin Park Hotel Barefoot Ballroom, there will be free music in Basin Springs Park each day Friday through Sunday, and music at individual restaurants and taverns all over town. This year’s Blues Weekend presents an opportunity for visitors and the world, to see that Eureka Springs is about art, shopping, dining, unique lodging, beauty, the outdoors, relaxation, weddings and MUSIC.

Come take part in the Eureka Springs Blues Weekend! Don't wait too late to make reservations. For more information visit: eurekaspringsblues.com

As of today, we still have a few suites available at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast.

Spring is here!

2008-05-01T11:35:00.001-05:00

The flowers are blooming and the grass is growing! Spring is definitely here at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast. Hummingbirds have returned and we've got all our feeders filled. Don't miss the beautiful scenery and cool weather in Eureka this time of year.

Blues Weekend is the last weekend of this month, so please don't wait too late to call, especially if you want a specific suite or cottage. We only have a few left.

During the entire month of May, Eureka Springs celebrates the art in our lives…from painting and music to dancing and art-cars! Also we will be having our Spring Art Contest, Yard Art Contest and TWO parades! The month will be full of events for all ages. Hang out in Basin Park Saturday and Sunday afternoons and be treated to free live music!

If you are thinking of attending the Passion Play this year, here's a special Passion Play offer. We have secured some HALF PRICE Passion Play Tickets that are good for performances in May, June and July. We have built a special package to showcase these, but you can also add them to any stay with us before the end of July. Hurry! Once they are gone, the price will go back to regular price. Just let us know when you would like to attend and we'll be glad to make the reservations for you.

April and Spring is Coming!

2008-05-01T11:32:00.001-05:00

We’ve starting mowing, raking and getting the grounds in shape for the season at Evening Shade Inn Bed and Breakfast. We’ve been getting a lot of rain so things are really blooming. Our flowering pears, red buds and dogwoods are really beautiful. Spring is really going to be gorgeous this year.

April weekends are really filling up, so please don’t wait too late to call, especially if you want a specific suite or cottage. The Music Shows and restaurants are open. The Passion Play reopens May 2nd.

During the entire month of May, Eureka Springs celebrates the art in our lives…from painting and music to dancing and art-cars! Also we will be having our Spring Art Contest, Yard Art Contest and TWO parades! The month will be full of events for all ages. Blues Weekend is the last weekend in May!

If you are thinking of attending the Passion Play this year, here’s a special Passion Play offer. If you make your reservation before April 30th and attend the Play anytime during May, June or July, the tickets are HALF PRICE! Just let us know when you would like to attend and we’ll be glad to make the reservations for you.