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Five real estate projects projected to finish this year, a Galentines idea for your girl squad, and, of course, your Weekend Roundup!
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Events
Weekend Roundup
Happy Friday, Northwest Arkansas! Here's your Weekend Roundup:
🤸 On The Floor: Razorbacks Gymnastics will face off against the defending national champions, the LSU Tigers, at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville this Friday, Jan 24, from 6:45-8:45p.
🍽️ Foodie Fest: Bentonville Restaurant Week continues this weekend through Saturday, Jan 25, featuring deals and special menus all over town.
💃 Gotta Dance: Bust a move with NWA Bachata Beats at Gather Bentonville on Friday, Jan 24, 9-11p! Enjoy a beginner Bachata class at 9p, followed by social dancing with Bachata, Salsa, and more.
👻 Haunted Mansion: The Crescent Hotel is hosting the 14th Annual Eureka Springs Paranormal Weekend this weekend, Jan 24-26.
🏒 Ice Time: The Arkansas Razorback Hockey Club takes on the University of Missouri Tigers at the Jones Center this Friday, Jan 24, at 7:30p and Saturday, Jan 25, at 3:15p.
🌌 Stargazing: Join the Sugar Creek Astronomical Society for Astronomy Night on Saturday, Jan 25, 5-8p. Learn about planetary orbits and winter constellations in an indoor program, followed by outdoor telescope viewing.
🐝 Can You Use It In A Sentence? Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co. in Rogers will host the 2nd Annual Spelling Bee-r this Saturday, Jan 25, from 2-4p.
😆 Now That’s Funny: Get a laugh at the next Comedy Night at Bentonville Brewing Co. on Saturday, Jan 25, at 8p.
🪢 Do the Twist: TheatreSquared opens Primary Trust this weekend. The 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a warm, poignant comedy with a twist that gives you a fresh perspective on what it means to connect.
🎼 Magical Music: Join the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas for a magical mix of live music and storytelling as they present SoNA Beyond: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice at the Rogers Public Library this Saturday, Jan 25, at 2p.
👰 Here Comes The Bride: The Peel Museum Wedding Open House is this Sunday, Jan 26, from 1-4p. Explore the stunning venue, meet local vendors, tour event spaces, and win fun prizes!
Find events like these and more on our Events Calendar HERE.

Development
Major Developments in NWA Expected to Finish in 2025

South Yard Lofts
Several massive real estate projects are underway in Northwest Arkansas currently, with five of the largest slated for completion by the end of 2025.
To The Yard: South Yard Development in Fayetteville
Taking Off: Northwest Arkansas National Airport Remodel
Cool Corporate: Walmart's New Headquarters in Bentonville
Doctored Up: Alice L. Walton School of Medicine in Bentonville
Urban Renewal: Big Emma Mixed-Use Development in Springdale
Find more information about each development and expected completion dates in NWA Look.

Events
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a Jewelry-Making Workshop at Walton Arts Center
Join the expert jewelers from Underwoods for a Galentine’s Day Jewelry Making Workshop at Walton Arts Center on Thursday, Feb 13, at 6:30p
Join The Jeweler: Whether you’re a jewelry-making pro or a first-timer, expert instructors from Underwoods Fine Jewelers will guide you through creating a one-of-a-kind handcrafted gemstone necklace while enjoying drinks and light bites. Bring your besties, or come solo and make new connections during a celebration of friendship and creativity.
The Perfect Match: Tickets for the workshop are $120 and cover all materials to design your unique jewelry piece, plus light appetizers and a drink to kick off the evening. A cash bar will also be available. For $40 more, you can add a bracelet to create a matching set!
Tickets are selling fast! Get a head start on your Galentine’s planning HERE.

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Together with Best Friends Animal Society
Pet Of The Week: Molly
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Molly may be around 10 years old, but she’s still a spry and happy girl who loves people. She's a champion treat catcher, always down for a game of fetch, and enjoys all the cuddles.

Employment
Cool Jobs In NWA
Find exciting new job opportunities on our Job Board, or find great candidates by posting your open positions.
SOAR Afterschool Program is seeking an Executive Director
Organizations can also now add Volunteer Opportunities to the board for free.

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