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Events

Weekend Roundup

Happy Friday, Northwest Arkansas! Here are a few ideas to help get your weekend started.

• 🚴 Send It South: OZ Trails™ and the Momentary are launching a new bike and music festival in Bentonville this weekend, Feb 7-9. Enjoy epic trails, guided rides, a vendor expo, and live music from Wilderado, Dirtwire, and more.

• 🤸‍♀️ On The Floor: Arkansas Gymnastics hits the floor at home this weekend vs. Florida at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville on Friday, Feb 7, at 5:45p.

• 🎨 Art on the Mountain: Mount Sequoyah’s 2025 exhibition series kicks off Friday, Feb 7, from 6-8p with a Creative Spaces Group Exhibit featuring seven talented artists.

• 🎶 Out With A BAANG: The U of A Black Music Symposium is this Friday, Feb 7, including a full day of lectures and a showstopping music lineup headlined by hip-hop artist BAANG—all events are free and open to the public!

• 🐶 Tail Waggin’ Fun: Get ready for a dose of puppy cuteness during the Tail-Gate Puppy Games at the Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Bentonville this Saturday, Feb 8, from 11a-2p.

• 🏀 Hoopville: The Razorbacks Men’s Basketball team takes on No. 3 Alabama at Bud Walton Arena this Saturday, Feb 8, at 7p.

• 🎤 Comedy Royalty: Fresh off a tour opening for Katt Williams, Tacarra Williams, aka "The Beautiful Beast," is bringing her bold and hilarious stand-up to Walton Arts Center’s Starr Theater this Saturday, Feb 8, at 7:30p!

• 🕺 Dancin’ With Dad: The Daddy-Daughter Dance will be held at the Community Building on Mt. Olive Rd., with one session on Friday, Feb 8, from 6:30-8:30p and two sessions on Saturday, Feb 9, from 3-5p or 6:30-8:30p.

• 🧗 Climbin’ With Mom: Coinciding with the dance, Upward Ninja & Bouldering Gym is hosting a Mother-Son Ninja Night on Friday and Saturday, from 7-8:30p.

• 🐿️ Squirrelin’ Around: The Ozark Highlands Nature Center in Springdale will serve as a check station during the Big Squirrel Challenge this weekend, Feb 7-8, a statewide hunting competition hosted by the AGFC.  

• ❤️ Love Your Neighbor: Support NWA’s refugee community at a free fundraising event in Fayetteville this Saturday, Feb 8, from 2-4p! Enjoy live music, Afghan and Syrian snacks, a card-making station, and more while learning how to support Canopy NWA.

• 🌊 Make A Splash: The Jones Center is inviting families and neighbors to enjoy a free afternoon of fun at its next Funday Sunday, set for Feb 9 from 1:30-5p.

• 🛥️ I’m On A Boat: Check out the latest in watercraft and outdoor sporting goods during the NWA Boat & Outdoor Expo at the Rogers Convention Center all weekend through Feb 9.

Find events like these and more on our Events Calendar HERE.

Oh yeah! The Super Bowl is this Sunday, too! Tell us who you think will win in the poll at the end of today’s email. 👇

Development

Via Emma Mixed-Use Development Moves Forward in Downtown Springdale

Another major mixed-use project is coming to Downtown Springdale, with $33.5M in building permits recently being secured for Via Emma.

• Community Connection: Developed by Bentonville-based Blue Crane, the project will introduce a pedestrian link between Emma Avenue and the newly renovated Luther George Park, enhancing walkability and urban activity in Downtown Springdale.

• Live, Work, Play: Spanning 2.54 acres between Emma Avenue and Luther George Park, Via Emma will feature 131 residential units and 12,500 sqft of commercial space across multiple three and four-story buildings.

Read more about the Via Emma project in Talk Business & Politics HERE.

Food & Drink

New Farm-To-Table Concept From Matthew Cooper & Conifer To Open This Year

Chef Matthew Cooper, the culinary mind behind Conifer, is opening a new farm-to-table tasting menu restaurant called Ryn in Bentonville later this year.

• Living The Dream: For 20 years, Cooper has envisioned creating a restaurant deeply connected to the land. That dream is coming to life with Ryn, which will remain 100% gluten-free while sourcing ingredients from local farmers and its own on-site farm.

• Farm To Table: Housed in a renovated farmhouse with a farm just steps from the kitchen, Ryn will produce much of its own food, ensuring fresh, seasonal dishes. The team recently shared digital renderings of the farm’s design, crafted by landscape designer Lauren Irwin.

Check out a concept video of the space on Instagram HERE.

ICYMI

This Week’s Top Stories

• Plans Announced For Chairlift-Enabled Mountain Bike Park in Bella Vista 

• Most Expensive Real Estate Listings Sold in NWA Last Week 

• Top 15 Towns in NWA by Closed Sales in 2024 

• Casting Call For Local Home Renovation Show 

• Major Pickleball Complex Coming to Springdale 

Together with Best Friends

Pet Of The Week: Hannah

Hannah

Female - 2 yrs old - 38 lbs

Hannah loves her chew toys and playing with other dogs. She walks nicely on a leash and isn’t reactive to other dogs when out and about. She has a sweet, calm demeanor but gets excited when she greets you because she loves hanging out with her people. She is housetrained and friendly with new people.

Employment

Cool Jobs In NWA

Find exciting new job opportunities on our Job Board, or find great candidates by posting your open positions.

• Jem Global is seeking a Replenishment Manager 

Game Time

Chiefs vs. Eagles