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Don’t miss the biggest block party of the summer. Head on over to Siloam Springs for the Fourth of July Block Party starting at 5p for fireworks, food trucks, a kids’ zone, live music with Tyler Kinch & more - by the rodeo grounds on Sue Anglin Dr. It will be free fun for all! 🇺🇸

Events

Fireworks Take Over NWA Skies Theekend

Wishing you a fireworks-filled Fourth of July! Here are a few shows set for this Friday:

• Festival Flashes: Visit the Freedom Fest in Gentry from 12-10p.

• Pedal on the 4th: Start the holiday at a Bike Parade in Pea Ridge from 10-11a.

• Rooftop Vibes: Celebrate on a rooftop at Bentonville’s Falfurrias starting at 7p (ticket required).

• Park Hangout: Enjoy fireworks lighting up Orchards Park from 7-11p.

• Block Party Fun: Community fun with food & fireworks in Siloam Springs from 5-8p.

• Stars & Symphony: Music & fireworks under the lights at the Walmart AMP. Gates open at 6:30p (ticket required).

• Baseball & Big Booms: Baseball & fireworks with the NWA Naturals. First pitch at 6:30p with fireworks post-game (ticket required).

Headed out of town? Find shows across the Natural State HERE.

Restaurant News

Bentonville Adds New Locally Owned Sandwichery

Archie’s Sandwichery, a locally owned and independently operated sandwich shop located on Walton Blvd, is now open Wed-Mon.

• Slinging Sammies: Named after their dog, owner, Kevin Girkins, designed Archie’s Sandwichery to sling yummy sandwiches, crafted cocktails, and fresh coffee in a community-centric environment.

• Pups & Pastrami: Archie’s Sandwichery provides plenty of outdoor seating with a warm, pet-friendly vibe that meet all your sandwich, beverage, and buddy needs.

Learn more about Archie’s Sandwichery HERE.

Sponsored by the Momentary

Strike a Chord at the Momentary This Weekend

Celebrate the holiday weekend with three can’t-miss exhibitions now on view at the Momentary in Bentonville.

• ImPRESSive: Experience art in motion with The Machine Behind the Art, a walk-through installation of renowned multimedia artist JR’s enormous printing press, where you can leave with your own custom portrait. Timed tickets required.

• Walk the Line: Step into the world of iconic prison performances in The Prison Concerts: Folsom and San Quentin, featuring Jim Marshall’s legendary photos of Johnny Cash, and relive decades of live music in Front Row Center, a powerful collection of rock, blues, and soul moments captured by Larry Hulst. Free, no tickets required.

Plan your visit HERE.

Arts & Culture

XNA and Crystal Bridges Will Host Ceremony for New Satellite Gallery

XNA and Crystal Bridges Museum plan to celebrate the opening of new satellite art gallery located near Terminal B on Thursday, Jul 10, at 10a.

• Leveling Up: Travelers flying through XNA will receive a fresh dose of creativity thanks to a rotating selection of artwork from Crystal Bridges’ permanent collection.

• Take A Rest: The space is designed to integrate Northwest Arkansas’s cultural identity into the airport, providing passengers the opportunity to pause, reflect, and enjoy the beauty of art.

Learn more about XNA’s satellite art gallery HERE.

Nonprofit

Arvest Foundation Boosts Local Diaper Bank with $18,000 Grant

The Arvest Foundation has awarded $18,000 to Family Network in Springdale to expand warehouse capacity for The Diaper Collective, Arkansas's only nationally-affiliated diaper bank.

• Positive Changes: Since launching four years ago, The Diaper Collective has distributed over one million diapers to local families. The grant will fund essential warehouse equipment, allowing for more efficient operations and increased donation capacity.

• Diapers Needed: According to the National Diaper Bank Network, one in two U.S. families struggles to afford enough diapers to keep their children clean and dry. The Diaper Collective distributes roughly 60,000 diapers monthly and will soon be able to serve even more families in the region.

Learn more about Family Network and The Diaper Collective HERE.

Together with Best Friends Animal Society

Pet Of The Week

Otter is about a year and a half old. He is a shy boy with new people, but he has really opened up in his foster home. He is playful and a little silly. Otter does well with other dogs and loves to play in water (hence the name)! Otter would love to be your playful, loving bestie! 

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In other news…

• 🍽️ Dinner, But Make It Fancy: Executive Chef Kevin McCombs of House Cured Culinary offers custom-tailored private dining experiences. Chef Kevin will custom-tailor a menu to fit within your budget and take care of everything from shopping to cleanup, and the full menu is cooked fresh onsite. With House Cured Culinary, you can host a restaurant-quality meal at home - with none of the cleanup. Check out the site or email Chef Kevin to learn more.*

• 🧹 Clean home, happy heart! If you need a deep clean or just need help cleaning your home on a regular basis, reach out to NWA Cleaners. Get a quote HERE.*

• 🎸 Liiiive Music: Hit Downtown Rogers this weekend for the Ozark Folk Jamboree to enjoy music group favorites, Arkansauce, Smokey & The Barrel, and many more.

• 🚴 For All Cyclers: One of Northwest Arkansas’s largest charity cycle rides, Bike-a-Palooza, returns to Bella Vista from Friday, Sep 19 to Saturday, Sep 20.

• 👩‍⚖️ Business Law 101: Are you a small business owner strapped for time yet in need of legal help? Get free counsel from the University of Arkansas’s Short Talks podcast as they dive into the intersection of entrepreneurship and law.

• 🎆 Better Safe Than Sorry: Brush up on Northwest Arkansas firework safety regulations before another boomin’ year of Fourth of July celebrations.

• 💵 Get Help with Heat & High Bills: The Economic Opportunity Agency of Washington County will have funds available for low income families in need of summer energy assistance starting Jul 7.

• 📅 Events Calendar: Find and post upcoming events in Northwest Arkansas on our Events Calendar.

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

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