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Event

Celebrate the Grand Opening of The Botanical at City Pump with NWA Patio Social

Earlier this year, The Botanical announced its expansion to Downtown Rogers with the acquisition of City Pump, and it’s finally time to open the doors! Join the Grand Opening on Monday, Apr 14, from 6-9p.

• Going Global: The international sports pub launched with its Botanical at 8th & A location in Bentonville, serving drinks and international fare and airing live sports from around the globe, like soccer, rugby, F1, and more! The Rogers location will be known as Botanical at City Pump, featuring a huge patio, a stage, yard games, and five great food trucks.

• On The Patio: NWA Patio Community, a community organizer that hosts monthly social events, is joining the fun to help Botanical at City Pump break in that new patio! Drop by and enjoy free drink tickets, enter giveaways, and connect with friends old and new.

Find more info and RSVP to secure your free drink ticket HERE.

Food & Drink

Fayetteville’s Fixin’ to Get Smothered in Cheese

Bloom Cheese Collective, a specialty cheese shop and café, is set to open this summer in Fayetteville in the space behind Pink Ferns.

• Say Cheese: The shop is a dream project from husband-and-wife duo Ali and Brooks Cameron. Ali is a certified cheese professional, and Brooks is a trained chef. The concept blends their passions to serve curated cheeses, charcuterie, and more.

• A Cut Above: Guests can expect around 100 cheese varieties, house-made crackers, cheese & chocolate boards, sandwich & pasta dishes, and wine by the glass. The shop will also host pop-up dinners, wine and cheese classes, and tastings inside a cozy dining room and patio space.

Read the full story in The Fayetteville Flyer HERE.

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Events

Farmers Market Season Begins in Bentonville

Get your tote bags ready, ladies & gents! The Bentonville Farmers Market is back for the 2025 season, starting this Saturday, Apr 12!

• Saturday Mornings: The Bentonville Farmers Market will fill the Downtown Square every Saturday from 7:30a–1p through Oct 25, featuring fresh produce, local vendors, and lively community vibes.

• Shop & Stroll: From handmade goods to artisanal foods, the market is the perfect reason to explore the Square, support small businesses, and start your weekend with a smile.

Find opening dates for other cities’ Farmers Markets in our Guide HERE.

P.S. I was kind of kidding about the tote bags, BUT if that is your vibe, you’d probably look awesome carrying around one of our NWA Daily Tote Bags!

Events

The 49th Annual Hogeye Marathon Races into Springdale This Weekend

Get ready to cheer on runners as the 49th Annual Hogeye Marathon & Relays return to Downtown Springdale this Saturday and Sunday, Apr 12–13!​

• Coming Up On 50: First held in 1977, the Hogeye is Arkansas’s oldest marathon. What began as a grassroots run has grown into a weekend-long community celebration welcoming participants from across the country as a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon.

• A Weekend Affair: The marathon, half marathon, and 4-person relay kick off Saturday at 7a on Emma Ave. Sunday features the 10K at 7a and the 5K at 7:15a, both starting and finishing at Shiloh Square. ​Beyond the runs, enjoy the race expo and packet pickup on Friday, Apr 11, from 11a–7p at Shiloh Square, featuring vendors and race merchandise.

Find race details and registration information HERE.

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In other news…

• 💸 Money Moves: Taurus Financial Planning just launched a new email series, Building Wealth in Walmart, packed with expert tips on taxes, investing, and financial planning made just for Walmart and Sam’s Club leaders. Sign up now and get your first article delivered today!*

• 🧗‍♀️ Camp Rocks: Boulders & Brews is hosting a summer camp packed with climbing, arts & crafts, and recreation for kids ages 6–12. Camp runs from 9a–1p across nine different weekly sessions from June 2 through Aug 7. Spots fill fast, so reserve your spot today!*

• 🎼 One Woman. One War. One Movement: Step into 1938 Budapest with In the Grove of Forgetting—TheatreSquared’s gripping world premiere on stage Apr 16- May 4. Ilona, a concert pianist with a sharp tongue and a fierce spirit, refuses to flee as her country darkens with danger and intrigue. Reserve tickets at theatre2.org.*

• 🕺 Bachata Back Again: NWA Bachata Beats is bringing the rhythm back to Rendezvous Junction with a lively night of Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, and Cumbia this Friday, Apr 11, from 8:30p–1:30a. Join the beginner-friendly class at 9p. Tickets are $15.

• 🌸 Spring Bling & Beer Things: Fossil Cove Brewing Co. in Fayetteville is kicking off its Spring Market series this Saturday, Apr 12, from 12–5p, featuring local vendors, artists, small businesses, cold craft beer, and community vibes.

• 🏃‍♂️ Catch Me If You Can: The “Fastest Kid in Fayetteville” race is happening this Saturday, Apr 12, at 3p at John McDonnell Field! Kids ages 6–12 can sprint 100m alongside Razorback athletes during the Arkansas Spring Invitational. Registration is free.

• 🏄‍♂️ Surf’s Up: A man was spotted wakeboarding along I-57 near Little Rock after last week’s rain flooded the highway.

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

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