Welcome
On behalf of the Junior Auxiliary of Russellville, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our
community for your continued support and encouragement throughout the year. We are truly
honored and delighted that you chose to join us for the 2026 Children’s Benefit Ball this
evening. This year is especially meaningful as we gather for the first time at The Candelabra, and
we’re so excited to welcome you into this beautiful new space as we celebrate together.
As a volunteer service organization, Junior Auxiliary relies solely on this event to fund the many
projects and commitments we provide to children and families in our community. Throughout
the night, we look forward to sharing more about the work we do so you can see firsthand the
impact of your generosity.
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If you have any questions about Junior Auxiliary or our programs, please feel free to speak with
any of our members during or after the event — we always love sharing the difference your
support helps us make. We hope you enjoy your evening and leave knowing just how deeply
appreciated you are by the Junior Auxiliary of Russellville.
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Lauren Penney, President
Lindsey Richardson & Mackenzie Brock, Finance Chairs
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The members of Junior Auxiliary of Russellville would like to extend a special thank you to our
employers, employees, spouses, and families. Your constant help, encouragement, patience, and
dedication make our service possible. The time you share, the support you give, and the
sacrifices you make allow us to better serve the children and families in our community, and we
are truly grateful for each of you.
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Schedule of Events
7:00pm
Call to Dinner
Prayer
8:00pm
Welcome and Remarks from
Lauren Penney, President and
Lindsey Richardson & Mackenzie Brock, Finance Chairs
8:15pm
Live Auction Begins
10:00pm
Luxury Room Winners Announced
Raffle Drawing
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Presenting Sponsor
$10,000
Union Bank
We are deeply grateful to Union Bank, Jason McGee and the Russellville team, our presenting
sponsor, for their generosity and leadership in supporting this year’s Children’s Benefit Ball.
Their meaningful contribution helps make our mission possible and directly impacts the lives of
the children and families we serve. Thank you for believing in our cause and for being such a
valued community partner. This year’s event wouldn’t have been possible with you!
Signature Sponsors
$6,000
United Welding Institute
UWI Welding Supply
Funky Town Mall
The Caliber
We gratefully recognize our Signature Sponsors: United Welding Institute, UWI Welding
Supply, Funky Town Mall, and The Caliber — for their generous support of our Children’s
Benefit Ball. Their partnership and commitment to our mission help us create meaningful
opportunities and brighter futures for the children and families we serve. We are truly thankful
for their continued support of our community.
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Diamond Sponsors
$5,0000 and Up
We are sincerely thankful for our Diamond Donors, whose generosity and commitment help
bring the Children’s Benefit Ball to life each year. From new friends joining our mission to loyal
partners who continue to stand with us year after year, your support makes a lasting difference
for the children and families we serve. We are truly grateful to have you as part of our
community and our cause.
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Dr. David Murphy
Vitality Medical Spa
Dr. Carmella Knoernschild, Dr. K
Nova Aesthetics by Jamie Zimmerman
Lee Ann’s Fine Jewelry
Birdie Haulers
The Candelabra, hosting tonight's event
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Crown Circle
$3,500-$4,999
Kirby Specialties Corporation
Joshua’s Fine Jewelry
Jeff Nufer - Shoptaw, Labahn & Company
Strikers Bowling
True Grit Auction Service
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Gold Sponsors
$2,000-3,499
The Kilburn Team at Fairway Home Mortgage
Blackstone Construction
Phil Wright Autoplex
Tyson Foods
Caliber Jimmy's Fine Guns
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Silver Sponsors
$1,000-2,4999
Denali
Funky Junky Rentals
Rodriguez Cleaning LLC
Cogswell Motors
St Mary's Regional Health Systems
Shypoke Marketing
Leaning Willow
Robert Veach
McCrotty Doodles
Newton’s Pharmacy
Firestone
Parker Lane Kids
Razorpigs
Taber Extrusions
Salon 28:6
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Bronze Sponsors
$1-$999
The Wetzel Group
Chamberlyne Country Club
Lieblong Eye Clinic
Hourglass Escape Room
Spencer Moody Photography
Morgan Beck Photography
Jennifer Goodman
Russellville Country Club
Redman Sports Event Center
CrossFit Russellville
Land Star
Brown and Brown Insurance of Russellville
Russellville Steele
Matt Duffield
Events by Kristi, LLC
Phuong Kim Pham
UEC Theaters
Spices Garuda Food Truck
Heidi Jos Dough
Point Remove Brewery
Infinity Spa
Sight and Sound Theater
Caseys Gas Station
Arkansas Travelers
Arkansas Foot Care Clinic
Serenity Skin Care & Salon
Chenowith’s Barber Shop
Russellville Aquatic Center
Arkansas and Missouri Railroad
Mountain Lane Photography
Bonds Dentistry
River Valley Martial Arts
Tom E Tiger
Ascent Therapy
First Security Bank
Jacimore Overhead Door
Mirage Day Spa & Salon
RHS Dance
RVC Academy
Alpha Countertops & Tile
Natural State Coffee Co
Ashlyn Bell Photography
Big Cuppa
Bryan at Beacon Tire
Linda Tyler
Judy Murphy
Pam & Dan Fouts
Check H
Amber Smith Next Level Barbershop
Lulus Nail Bar
Mount George Archery
Katie Myers Photography
Samantha Chappell - Gilded Glow Aesthetics
Ashley Brucks - Howdy Darcy
Pottery Worx
Arvest Bank
Travel by Chanel Owens
Peters Family Living
Town and Country Vet Clinic
Focus Fitness
Price's Town and Country - Lisa Price
It's Reigning Cookies
Board and Brush
Carr's Chain Reaction
Cool Cat Creamery
B Street Bakery
Spence's Flowers and Boutique
Sierra Schumacher with Sincerely Esthetics
Russellville Fire Dept
River Valley Hydroseeding and Landscaping
Chick-fil-a
Matt Cooper Agency
K&M Auto Detailing
Omega Solutions, Incorporated
Chloe’s Bakery
Ginger Hicks
St Louis Cardinals
J&I Truck Accessories
Northwest Arkansas Naturals
Parkway Dental Dr. Kirby
West Brew - Kia West
Merle Norman
La Huertas of Russellville
Jean’s Simple Treats
CJ’s Butcher Boy Burgers
Rural Route Farms-Randi Lowe
Summertime Candles (Summer O’Donnell)
Shelter Insurance- Sullivan Agency
Centennial Bank
Urban Air
Zebcon
River Valley Tinting and Glass
Ferguson's Packing Company
Copper Pig
Slims Chickens Russellville
Just Dance
AR Ink/ Amy Knighton
Arkansas Tire and Auto
Haley MacIsaac
Merritt animal clinic
Avi Fitness Fanatics
Twisters
CJ’s Burger Boy
Annie Rae's Boutique
Aunt Melvie Brownies
Green Thumb Nursery
The Clean Co.
Brangus
Beauty Zone - Kimmy Kitchens
Plant Parlor
Zach Hettinga
Leslie Core-Drevecky - RCC Pro Shop
Blake Shirron - Fat Daddy's & PDQ
ATU Men's Basketball
ATU Baseball
ATU Football
Golden Salon
Nails by Jamie
Shades Salon
Kendra Scott
Michael Bucker
Simmons Bank
Spencer Moody
Patriot Company Real Estate
Grace Manufacturing/Microplane
Feltner’s Athlete’s Corner
Leonard's Ace
McAlister's Deli
Kitchen Essentials
No Dress Code
Forca Martial Arts
AR VIP Awards
Faces
Laundry Scents with Chrystal
Eureka Springs Basin Park and Crescent Hotel
Pasta Grill
Flowers ETC
Mackey's Catfish in Central & Morrilton, Arkansas
French Rose Boutique
Downtown Taco
The Handlebar
Custom Designs By Lexi
BMT Outdoors
Formal Affairs
Forever Linked
Brick Oven Pizza
ATU Women's Basketball
ATU Softball
ATU Tennis
Van Kleef & Vaughn
Millyn’s
Grace & Kate
Miller Roofing Company
Tri State Truss Company
Rhea Lana's of Russellville
Jade's Apparel Co., Jade Cook Chisum
Taylor Daniel
Russellville Family Dentistry - Dr. Michael Kitchens
Mullen's Team Sports & Screen-printing
Gift’s on Parkway
Melanie McCrotty
Gretchen Douthit
Mix Master Events
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Acknowledgements
Junior Auxiliary 2025-2026 Executive Board and Committee Chairs
Angela Bonds, 2024-2026 Associate to the Board
Junior Auxiliary of Russellville Life & Associate Members
True Grit Auction Services
Robin Ballard, Let’s Celebrate
Pottsville Police Department
Shoptaw, Labahn & Company, P.A.
Catering by Kasper’s
Blue Chip Ice
JC Disposal
Johnny Story
Courtney Haisty, The Floral Court
Monica and Geno Cendejas, The Candelabra
Fleet Tire, Tammy Lou’s Cafe, W&B Service
Ben Goodman, Russellville School District
City Corporation
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Serving this evening are members of Delta Zeta Sorority and Pike Fraternity at Arkansas Tech
University. They are working for tips, so please be generous.
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A special thank you to our volunteers and other contributors whose generous gifts were received
after the print deadline.
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Luxury Room
Come explore our many exquisite and exciting items in our Luxury Room.
Diamond Sparkle Raffle donated by Lee Ann’s Fine Jewelry. Guests are invited to purchase one
of only 60 champagne glasses, each filled with a shimmering cubic zirconia. All purchases will
be entered to win a stunning 2-carat oval lab-grown diamond and $1000 gift card for a custom
mount. For $60 a glass, you’ll sip, celebrate, and have the chance to take home a brilliant prize.
Cheers to a little sparkle, a lot of fun, and supporting a wonderful cause!
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$1000 gift card to Big Cedar Lodge by Razorpigs
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The Ultimate Wellness Package donated by Parker Lane. Package includes a Shark Red Light
Therapy Mask, Stakt Workout Mat, Bala Bangles, Ice Roller, Vibration Plate, Ballerina Farms
Protein Powder, Just Ingredients Electrolytes, Hydrojug Shaker, Hatch Restore and $400 of
Rowe Casa Products.
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Capture the moment with Jennifer Goldman Photography! This package includes a $300
photography session certificate with 25 digital images (*family only, no newborns) and
two piece frame set courtesy of Peter’s Family Living (valued at $239)
14 K Yellow Gold Salt and Pepper Diamond Ring courtesy of Joshua’s Fine Jewelry
Nova Aesthetics and Medical Wellness package includes Helix CO2 laser treatment and
100 units of Botox, 2 vials of sculptra, and 1 syringe of filler (valued at $5000)
Little Red River Retreat includes a Two night Cabin Stay at Cow Shoals on the Little Red
River, a Lew’s Rod and Reel combo courtesy of BMT Outdoors, a hand-painted wooden
oar from Arkansas Auto and Tire, and 3 Thaw Handwarmers and 2 Nebo Flashlights
courtesy of Carr’s Chain Reaction
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Shine and Sparkle with gift certificate from Golden Salon for 10 free spray tans and 2
shampoo blowouts and Gift Basket from Leaning Willow that has assorted jewelry, a hat,
a candle, purse and wallet, socks, and $300 store gift card
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Let the good times roll at Striker’s of Russellville! This package will include a custom
ball/bag, one corporate party gift card, concession gift card, and glow in the dark party
gift card.
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Home Sweet Home package includes: 10 certificates for a cleaning session from Rodriguez
Cleaning LLC, Topanga Scents Laundry from Chrystal Thomas, candles, perfumes, and sprays
from Summertime Candles, Wifi garage door opener from Jacimore Overhead Doors, $250 off
gutter installation from Miller Roofing, free sink with purchase of countertops from Alpha
Countertops
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Gentlemen’s Pour Package includes a bottle of Blaton’s premium aged bourbon provided
by Zach Hettinga and a crystal whiskey decanter with certificate for custom engraving
courtesy of AR VIP awards
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St Louis Cardinals trip for two! Includes two $25 gift certificates to Casey’s Gas Station
and two tickets to any regular season home game at Busch Stadium.
Outdoor Adventure Package includes a turtle box speaker from Bond’s Family Dentistry,
North Face Homestead Domey 3, North Face Wawona Hammock, and North Face 15qt
Base Camp cooler by Feltner’s Athlete’s Corner.
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Silent Auction
Visit the True Grit Auction site to bid on Silent Auction. Silent auction will close at 11pm on
Saturday, March 14th. Pickup for winners will be March 19th from 4:30pm-8:30pm at the One
Roof Building (old Journey church). 3001 E H St., Russellville, AR 72802. Pickup will be under
the awning on the ride side of the building. Contact Anna Grace Calavitta at 479-518-1508 for
pickup questions!
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Raffle
$500 worth of lottery tickets, donated by Will & Laura Wetzel
Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10
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Live Auction
Please join us in thanking True Grit Auction Services for donating their auctioneer services for
this year’s Live Auction. They are also hosting the Silent Auction on their virtual platform.
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1. Home Run Package:
4 tickets with concessions to any Arkansas Travelers home game of choice during the regular
season, 4 tickets with parking pass to any Arkansas Naturals home game of choice during the
regular season, and 4 Arkansas Razorback Baseball tickets to the April 17th game at Baum
Walker Stadium to watch Arkansas vs Georgia.
2. Tennessee Whiskey Adventure:
Jack Daniel’s Tour and Tasting for 2! Sip and see the historic distillery where Jack Daniel’s
whiskey is made on this immersive day tour with 3-Night Stay in Nashville for 2 at the Loews
Vanderbilt with booking and concierge services provided by Winspire.
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3. Talk Birdie to Me
The package includes an Epic Golf Cart from Birdie Haulers, two men’s polos and quarter zip
pullover, golf head cover, golf glove, and ball marker from Birdie Haulers, and 2 certificates for
four for one round of golf from Russellville Country Club.
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4. Puppy Package:
Male cockapoo from McCrotty Doodles, one year of flea and tick treatment from Town and
Country Veterinarian Clinic and dog kennel, urine spray, waste bag dispenser, pet towel, harness
and leash from Leonard's Hardware
5. Grand Canyon Starry Nights:
Experience spectacular views of the Grand Canyon on a private Sunset Tour, embark on an
exciting stargazing adventure with a high-powered telescope tour, and enjoy a 3-night stay in a
“Grand Canyon Deluxe” Sky Dome with booking and concierge services provided by Winspire.
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6. Dr K's Ultimate Smile Makeover:
Enjoy a custom smile makeover with braces or Invisalign, provided by your local board-certified
orthodontist and best of Arkansas winner, Dr Carmella Montez Knoernschild (Dr. K). This
package will include expert orthodontic care from a platinum-level Invisalign provider, right
here in Russellville. Whether it’s for a child, teen, or adult, this is your chance to achieve a
straighter, healthier smile with one of the best in the state!
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7. Aloha Maui:
Spend June 27th thru July 4th at the Hilton Vacation Club Kaanapali Beach in Maui, Hawaii
courtesy of Dr. David Murphy and a $1000 Visa gift card
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8. Deluxe Glow Up
Featuring a certificate to Haley Macisaac at East End Suites, a certificate for Botox from
Parkway Dental, $200 gift certificate for Powder Brows, $100 certificate to Nail's by Jamie,
certificate for Microdermabrasion Facial, select items from Grace & Kate Boutique, $250
certificate for Gilded Glow Aesthetics, and certificate for teeth whitening from Russellville
Family Dentistry
9. Sportsman’s Adventure:
Fausti Caledon 12-gauge shotgun with coin finish from Caliber, Cojo Gun Magnet and Inova
LED pen flashlight from J&I Trucking, certificate for deer processing from Ferguson's Packing
Company, and a deer and game feeder from Mt. George Archery.
10. Vitality Ultimate Facial Rejuvenation Package:
One year of Botox (up to 200 units), 4 syringes of dermal filler, Laser hair removal package for 3
areas (6 treatments of each area), 4 Diamond Glow facials, and best of the best skin care basket
(value $10,500)
11. Disney for Two:
$500 Disney Gift Card Card can be used towards admission tickets and purchases within the
park, a 4-night stay in a standard guest room at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Booking and
concierge services provided by Winspire, and a certificate for 3 custom T-shirts from No Dress
Code.