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Arts & Culture

Rogers Short Film Festival Returns for its Fifth Year

Celebrate the art of storytelling during The Fifth Annual Rogers Short Film Festival, coming to 2nd Street Studio in Downtown Rogers from May 2-4.

• New Stage: While the Victory Theater undergoes repairs, 2nd Street Studio will host this year’s festival, offering an exciting space for screenings, networking, and industry connections. Organized by Arkansas Public Theatre and StudioChunky, the festival provides a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work.

• New Categories: This year’s competition introduces three new categories—Abstract/Experimental, Documentary, and Zero to Sixty—alongside student, amateur, and professional divisions. Submissions are open through Mar 28 via FilmFreeway.

Submit your film or learn more HERE.

Food & Drink

Taco & Tamale Co. Serving Ark-Mex Flavor Across NWA

Tex-Mex? No thanks. I want that Ark-Mex! Taco & Tamale Co. serves up bold, cheesy, and locally inspired dishes in two uniquely restored locations.

• Historic Charm, Modern Vibes: Both of Taco & Tamale Co.’s Northwest Arkansas locations are housed in thoughtfully restored historic properties. Fayetteville’s is at South Yard, a renovation of the old Farmers Cooperative. Bentonville’s is located in the historic People’s Bank, which was built in 1887.

• Ark-Mex: More than just tacos and tamales, the restaurant crafts Ark-Mex originals using fresh, local ingredients with a Southern twist. Every dish is smothered in flavor and served with a side of true hospitality.

With our Daily Dine Card, you can enjoy 20% off at Taco & Tamale Co. and 9 other restaurants. Get yours HERE.

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Arts & Culture Monthly Spotlight

Keep up with Northwest Arkansas’s vibrant arts & culture scene with the Arkansas Creative Calendar by CACHE. Here are a few events we’re excited about this March:

• 🎭 On Stage: Experience a modern-verse translation of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night on stage at TheatreSquared in Fayetteville from Mar 5–30.

• 🛞 Family Time: Join Crystal Bridges curator Alejo Benedetti for a conversation about the museum’s new exhibition, KAWS: FAMILY, on Mar 14 at 6p. 

• 🧙 Magic Music: The Symphony of NWA will continue its SoNA Beyond series with The Sorcerer’s Apprentice at Rogers Public Library on March 15 at 11a.

• 💃 Funny Gal: The sensational musical comedy revival Funny Girl is coming to Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville for eight performances from Mar 18-23. 

• 🎤 Take the Mic: The Folk School of Fayetteville is hosting a Spotlight Session Open Mic for high school and college-aged musicians on Friday, Mar 28.

Find other events happening this month on the CACHE Creative Calendar.

Highlight

Market Center of the Ozarks in Springdale Prepares For Opening

The Market Center of the Ozarks, a 45,000-sqft food processing facility in Downtown Springdale, is set to open in the coming weeks, providing major opportunities for local farmers and food entrepreneurs.

• Not Just A Food Hub: Developed as part of the Northwest Arkansas Food System, the center will support farmers and small food businesses by providing essential resources like cold storage, crop aggregation areas, and commercial kitchens. It aims to increase access to locally grown food while fostering economic growth in the region.

• More Than a Marketplace: The Arkansas Food Innovation Center at the Market Center of the Ozarks helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses with technical support, business development assistance, and valuable resources. By fostering innovation and economic growth, it also reduces barriers for small food businesses in Northwest Arkansas.

Learn more about the Market Center of the Ozarks HERE.

Nonprofit

Rock Out 90s Style During The “I ❤️ Fayetteville Big Party”

Fayetteville Junior Civic League is gearing up for its annual fundraiser, The I ❤️ Fayetteville Big Party, taking place at George’s Majestic Lounge on Saturday, Mar 15, from 7-11p.

• Improving Lives: Founded in 1949, Fayetteville Junior Civic League is a group of 50 women dedicated to improving the lives of local families in need. Through fundraisers like The Big Party, they’ve raised nearly $1M for nonprofits supporting women and children across Northwest Arkansas.

• Throw It Back: This year’s Big Party will transport guests back in time. Enjoy a chill cocktail hour with music by local artist Collin Kidd, followed by 90s tribute band The Mixtapes. Tickets include complimentary appetizers, beer, wine, seltzer, & soft drinks.

Join in the fun and support an incredible cause—tickets are on sale now HERE.

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In other news…

• 🎭 Dost Thou Even Shakespeare?: TheatreSquared’s Twelfth Night takes the stage Mar 5-30 with a fresh, modern verse translation. You get ALL the wit, ALL the poetry, and NO ‘what did they just say?’ moments. See Shakespeare’s rom-com come alive with music, swordplay, and romance. Get tickets HERE.*

• ✅ Plan for the Future: Stay ahead of life’s changes with a free estate planning session with HootOwl Estate Planning today from 12:15-1p. Learn when to update your plan or key life events that require changes, and get expert advice in a Q&A session. RSVP HERE.*

• 🎟️ A True Classic: New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players bring The Mikado to Walton Arts Center on Sunday, Mar 9, at 4p. This fresh take on the beloved opera includes a new prologue while keeping the wit and melodies that have entertained audiences for over 135 years. Reply “Mikado” for a chance to win 2 tickets!*

• 🐱 The Purrfect Pair: Celebrate one year of NWA Community Cat Project’s partnership with Wild Birds Unlimited on Saturday, Mar 8, from 10a-3p. Shop in Rogers or Fayetteville, and 10% of sales will support local cat rescue. Enjoy refreshments, prizes, and adoptable cats!

• 🎶 Jammin at JJ’s: JJ’s Live in Fayetteville is still adding to its dynamic lineup of 2025 shows, including groups like Band of Horses, Iron & Wine, Hawthorne Heights, The Head and the Heart, and more! See the full lineup HERE.

• 🚵 MTB Madness: Arkansas’s top mountain bike trails are battling it out in a March Madness-style bracket. Vote weekly to decide which trails advance and crown the state’s top trail. New matchups drop every Friday!

• 🌎 Bring Your Passport: Downtown Bentonville Inc. has released its theme lineup for First Fridays in 2025! The overall theme is “Passport to Adventure,” featuring a different location each month. The series kicks off with Family Fun Land on Apr 4.

• 😋 Let’s Go Out To Eat: Our Daily Dine Card gets you a single-use 20% discount at spots like Tula, Co-Op Ramen, Taco & Tamale Co., and more! Cards are $30 and are valid through 2025. Grab yours and start saving HERE.

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