Things to do in Texarkana March 25 – April 2, 2024

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1. Pitch It Texarkana
Tuesday, March 26
Don’t miss out on your chance to attend the third annual Pitch It Texarkana event! Witness the excitement as the top finalists showcase their innovative ideas and compete for the grand prize of $7,500. Get your tickets now and be part of this thrilling entrepreneurial competition! Learn more.

2. Janet’s Planets
Tuesday, March 26
The Texarkana Regional Arts & Humanities Council will welcome public television host and science educator Janet Ivey to the Perot Theatre stage on March 26 for Janet’s Planet: A Tour Through the Solar System. Ivey is the mastermind behind the acclaimed PBS children’s series Janet’s Planet, which uses the arts to help people understand complex topics relating to space and our solar system. Learn more!

3. Women’s History Luncheon at Texarkana College
Wednesday, March 27
Texarkana College is excited to announce our Women’s History Luncheon, with Guest Speaker Ocielia Sprowl, to be held on Wednesday, March 27 from 11:30AM-1PM in the Truman Arnold Student Center Great Room. RSVP here!

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4. TAMU-T Softball vs Xavier University Double-Header
Thursday, March 28
Make plans to attend this exciting event! Learn more here.

5. National Vietnam Veterans Day
Friday, March 29
On Friday, March 29, 2024 the Texarkana Area Chapter # 278 of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Inc. will host “National Vietnam War Veterans Day” to recognize and honor all of those who served in the military during the Vietnam War. It will be held at the Korea/Vietnam Memorial at 7th Street and State Line Avenue from 5:00 pm until 6:30 pm. The service will be held at 5:00 pm. Learn more!

6. Enter Texarkana Photographer’s Island Photo Contest
Deadline: Friday, March 29
All entries must be submitted electronically by midnight on March 29, 2024. The overall winner and their work will be featured in Texarkana Magazine’s May 2024 issue, along with a $250 cash prize for the overall Winner and a $100 Cash Prize for Special Category Winner. The category winners will also be included in Texarkana Magazine’s May 2024 issue. Learn more!

7. The Dancing Umpire at Hot Tails Crawfish
Saturday, March 30
The Dancing Umpire will be Hot Tails Crawfish Saturday 3-30 @ 4:00 pm, Bring the family out and get your eclipse glasses and some autographs, maybe we can talk him in to doing a Dance or Two. Learn more!

8. Beginning Pickleball
April 1 – April 22 (Mondays)
This course will teach the basics of pickleball. The student will learn the equipment, court and rules of the game. The student will also participate in drills practice designed to learn or enhance the student’s skill level. For more information and to register visit here!

9. Easter Egg Hunts
All Week
Head over to the goTXK Calendar and take a look at all of the Easter Egg Hunts!

10. My Darkest Days Movies – TPL
All Week
The Texarkana Public Library is hosting several space themed movies this week! Learn more here.

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