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Weekend Roundup

Happy Earth Day Weekend! Here are some fun ways to enjoy Northwest Arkansas this weekend:

• 🛝 You Must Be Kidding: Play like a kid again, eat, drink, and experience one-of-a-kind activities that spark creativity and curiosity during the Scott Family Amazeum's UnGala, a FUNdraiser for ages 21+ on Friday, Apr 19, 7-10p.

• 🧑‍🌾 Farm Fresh: Enjoy food trucks, entertainment, and great presenters during the 2024 Homesteading Conference & Gardening Expo at the Benton County Fairgrounds this weekend, Apr 19-20.

• 🎤 Throwbacks Only: Join Backroom Social Club for The Return of the House Party Vol. 1 for some old-school house party vibes this Friday, Apr 19, at 9p.

• 🎵 Rhythm & Blues: Get your groove on during A Night of R&B with Sarah Nicole at The Music Depot in Downtown Rogers this Friday, Apr 19, from 7-9:30p.

• ⛸️ Swifty Skate Night: Enjoy the release of Taylor Swift’s new Tortured Poets Department album at The Jones Center ice skating rink — including ice skating, a friendship bracelet station, and a themed photo booth on Friday, Apr 19, at 6:30p.

• ⚡️ Get Lit: Enjoy a mesmerizing laser light show during Phantasma, a two-day silent disco in Fayetteville’s Lower Ramble on Apr 19 and 20.

• 🏃 A Pretty Pig Deal: The 47th Annual Hogeye Marathon includes a marathon, half marathon, 4-person relay on Apr 20, and a Sunday Fun Day 5K & 10K on Apr 21. Runners and non-runners alike are invited to Shiloh Square for live music and refreshments at the Hogeye After Party!

• 💨 Super Dash: Find out who is the Fastest Kid in Fayetteville during a 100M Dash for kids ages 5-12 at the Razorbacks’ John McDonnell Outdoor Track & Field on Friday, Apr 19, at 5:30p.

• 🍼 Stroller Squad: Connect with other moms from the area with Mom Walk Collective, meeting at Gulley Park in Fayetteville this Saturday, Apr 20, at 10a.

• 🪩 VintageVille: Explore over 20 local vintage and thrift vendors at the FayetteVintage Market Block Party at the Fayetteville Town Center on Saturday, Apr 20, from 10a-4p.

• ⚾️ At the Ballpark: The Northwest Arkansas Naturals take on the Midland Rockhounds this weekend, including a Fireworks Friday on Apr 19 and Tyler’s Amazing Balancing Act on Saturday, Apr 20.

• 🍓 Berry Fun: Enjoy delicious You-Pick strawberries, photo ops, tasty food & drinks, and many fun attractions during the Strawberry Festival at Rivercrest Orchard this weekend, Apr 20-21.

• 🍹 Tequila Mockingbird: Party with the best tequilas in town during the 2024 Fayetteville Tequila Fest at Mount Sequoyah on Saturday, Apr 20, at 4p.

• 🧪 The Alchemist: Celebrate Earth Day with Pink House Alchemy, Soot & Sage, and Pink Fern in Fayetteville on Saturday, Apr 20, from 10a-6p for a day of fun eco-themed activities and a chance to win a curated gift package.

• 🛫 Come Fly With Me: Explore exciting travel experiences during the first annual NWA Travel Expo at the DoubleTree Suites hosted by Travel Advisors of NWA on Sunday, Apr 21, from 1-4p.

• 🪴 Plant Party: Swap plants and cuttings during a Plant Exchange at the Rogers Public Library this Sunday, Apr 21, from 1-4p.

• 🌎️ Planet Party: Celebrate Earth Day with interactive activities, crafts, games, and live music during the Earth Day Festival at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks this Sunday, Apr 21, from 3-6p.

Have a great weekend!

Arts & Culture

Get A Backstage Look At The Theater Industry

Ever considered a career in theater? Join CACHE for its upcoming Theater Industry Night, co-hosted by Arts One Presents and Ovations+ at the Medium in Downtown Springdale on Monday, Apr 22, from 4:30-6:30p.

• Behind The Scenes: The event will begin with Social Hour, CACHE’s ongoing program to connect and foster relationships between arts administrators across the region. All involved or interested in the theater community, including administrators, technicians, makeup artists, costumers, and more, are invited to attend!

• Tale As Old As Time: At 5:30p, Arts One Presents will introduce the creative team behind its upcoming summer musical Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, which will provide creative opportunities for over 100 community members.

Attendance is free! Register HERE.

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• 🧑‍🌾 Fresh Picks: Shop locally grown produce like bell peppers, eggplants, native and annual flowers, and more during the Earth Day Plant Sale at Samaritan Community Center in Rogers this Saturday, Apr 20, at 10a.

• 👩 Rooted in Resilience: Celebrate the women of Havenwood during the Rooted in Resilience Luncheon at the Ledger in Downtown Bentonville on May 7, from 12-3p.

• 💼 Job Hunting: Explore potential employers during the 2024 NWA Spring Job Fair at the Rogers Activity Center on Wednesday, Apr 24, from 10a-3p.

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