ARKANSANS LOVE FESTIVALS & EVENTS

The winners of the 2009 ALFiE Awards, sponsored by the Arkansas Festivals & Events Association, were announced at the Association�s 26th Annual Conference at the North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce on February 1.

The ALFiE Awards, �Arkansans Love Festivals & Events,� honor the best and brightest of Arkansas�s festivals and special events. The major winners are listed below.

Best New Festival or Event � Little Rock�s Sculpture at the River Market Show & Sale. Eligible events are those still within their first five years; judging is based on the operation�s growth, uniqueness, and community contribution.

Outstanding New Idea � MusicFest El Dorado�s new street-pole banners. Eligible festivals have developed a new idea, logo, event, festival, or publication during the previous year which added significantly to the success or popularity of the festival.

Volunteer of the Year � Diane Atchison of BPW Barn Sale, Camden. A volunteer who has provided significant enthusiasm and specific expertise while showing initiative and providing leadership, dependability, and a positive attitude for your event for at least 3 years without having received remuneration for services.

Festival of the Year � MusicFest, El Dorado. This award is presented to a festival or other special celebration, which stands out among all the festivals in Arkansas, by its creative approach, crowd appeal, media coverage, and/or enhancement of community pride, thus benefiting the state�s quality of life.

Promotional Awards were also given to top quality examples of festival and event promotions.

For more information about top events in Arkansas, take a look at the Top Events USA selection of the annual main festivals and events in Arkansas at http://www.topeventsusa.com/state-events-arkansas.html

Or, take a look at the official web site for the Arkansas Festivals & Events Association at http://www.arfea.org/