Block-R Barnyard

05/30/2025

Look where we are headed to! Come see us at Barton Library!

Thank you Block-R Barnyard for bringing your Petting Zoo to the library this summer!

Meet the sweet animals of Block-R Barnyard on July 1st at 11:00!

04/28/2025

Peeps learning from her momma how to show cow and get a bath! We are getting excited for her debut!

04/21/2025

Skittles the Cow has news!!! She blessed us with an Easter baby! Meet the new girl on the block, BLOCKR Easter Peeps! She will go by Peeps and will debut at the Mayhaw festival!

04/13/2025

Welcome to the zoo, Dakota! His first appearance will be coming up Saturday the 19th at the Easter Egg Hunt at Parkers Chapel First Baptist!

03/28/2025

Tom turkey would like to announce the birth of his first baby with his wife Lucy! Here’s to hoping she hatches several more!

03/13/2025

Come meet the newest member of our crew at Shamrockin on the Square!! Captain Tater Tot is ready to hit the streets and meet some new folks! Come see him and Skittles and the gang this weekend from 11-3 downtown!!

02/27/2025

Our petting zoo season is kicking off! Come see us next at Shamrockin on the Square in El Dorado! Booking now for spring and summer parties! We are updating our pricing list too as we will no longer be offering parties at our farm for the time being.

01/17/2025

We have a handful of copies! Our beloved Skittles made it to one of two magazines on Mini Herefords! Thank you to The Mini Hereford Journal for featuring us!!

The Mini Hereford Journal Winter 2025 Edition has arrived in your inbox!🤠 Cozy up by the fire and read about your favorite mini cattle! In this edition, you’ll find:

❄️ Updates on the Beef Promotion Program and Results from producers such as Rolling G Minis
❄️ A summary of the State of the Mini Hereford Report
❄️Stories from Block-R Barnyard, Lazy 2 R Mini Herefords and VonGlen Ag, RWV Land and Livestock South Inc and The Market at RWV Land and Livestock
❄️Exhibitors Spotlight: Hideaway Ranch Mini Herefords
❄️Breeders Spotlight: White Buffalo Ranch
❄️Mini Hereford Heritage: Betty L Johnson from Straitside Ranch

And much more!!

Read it here!
https://www.tmhjournal.com/winter-2025

12/07/2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Rocky the Sheep. He had been battling a mystery illness for a couple of weeks and sadly he could not beat it. Farm life isn’t always easy but it’s sadly part of it. He earned his place and will never be forgotten.

12/06/2024

Big winners!! Thank you to our crew that truly made the float!!!

🎉 **2024 El Dorado Christmas Parade Winners Announcement!** 🎉
Winners will be contacted Monday for trophy pickup
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 El Dorado Christmas Parade! A heartfelt thank you to our vibrant community for its decades of unwavering support—your enthusiasm makes this event magical each year!

A special thanks goes to our title sponsor, Karl Malone Auto Group , for their generous support, and our Holly Jolly sponsors: Gabe’s Cave, Ken's Discount Building Materials ,JT Charters, and Flying B Rental. Your contributions helped make this parade a resounding success!

We extend our gratitude to our Band Sponsors, Senator Matt Stone & Speaker Matthew Shepherd, for hosting the UAPB Marching Band, and to the Alumni group for providing dinner and supporting the event.

A big shout-out to our Santa's Helper sponsors: First Financial Bank, Centric Federal Credit Union, NexansAmercable , Delek US, Roseburg, and CODE 3 Services, LLC. Your support truly brings the holiday spirit to life!

We also want to thank the City of El Dorado, AR - City Hall Public Works Department** for their hard work and dedication.

A HUGE thank you to the over two dozen volunteers who devoted their time and effort to line up over 150 entries and ensure everything ran smoothly. Your commitment is deeply appreciated!

We are especially grateful to HEPCO for bringing the Budweiser Clydesdales, adding an enchanting touch to this year's parade!

Last but not least, safety is paramount, so a big thank you to the El Dorado Police Department, the Union County Sheriffs office , and the Men of Purpose for keeping us all safe festive fun.

From all of us at the El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce, thank you for making our community shine brighter this holiday season! We can’t wait to see you all again next year. 🎄✨

Happy Holidays!

12/06/2024

Thank you to everyone who came out to the parade last night and cheered Skittles on! And thank you to the best crew ever!! You guys made last night amazing!!!