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NWA Daily
October 14, 2024

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Events

Light Up The Night During The Northwest Arkansas Glow Ride

The streets will come alive with a vibrant display of neon lights and glowing excitement during the Northwest Arkansas Glow Ride, which will begin at Lawrence Plaza in Bentonville on Thursday, Oct 24.

  • Get Lit: This unique night-time bicycle ride invites riders of all levels to deck out their bikes with colorful neon gear and illuminate the trail with a dazzling array of lights. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience of community, creativity, and cycling under the stars!

  • Let’s Glow: Tickets are $25 for adults and $25 for kids. A portion of ticket sales will benefit Pedal it Forward, a local nonprofit that works to make bikes more accessible across Northwest Arkansas. Your NWA Glow Ride ticket gets you a t-shirt, a fun-filled goodie bag, and a chance to win a Hyper 20in E-Ride 4.0.

Tickets are limited. Reserve yours HERE.

Community

Arkansas Calls the Hogs Home For The 2024 Homecoming Celebration

University of Arkansas

It’s Homecoming Week at the University of Arkansas, featuring a week full of alumni and student-focused events on the Hill and a home game against LSU on Saturday, Oct 19, at 6p.

  • Peppin’ & Steppin’: The 2024 Homecoming Pep Rally will feature performances by the Spirit Squad and Razorback Bands and the announcement of the 2024 Homecoming King and Queen at the Chi Omega Greek Theatre on Friday, Oct 18, at 7p. The Homecoming Step Show will take place afterward on the Union Mall at 8:30p.

  • Battle For The Boot: Coming off an electrifying upset over Tennessee, the Hogs are headed back into Razorback Stadium for our southern state-line rivalry against LSU, the Battle for the Golden Boot, this Saturday, Oct 19, at 6p.

Find a full schedule of Homecoming events HERE.

Best Friends Pet Resource Center To Host Long Stay Soirée

Join Best Friends Pet Resource Center in Bentonville for the Long-Stay Soirée, a celebration and showcase of the dogs who have been in Best Friends' care for 100 days or more, on Friday, Oct 18, from 5-7p.

  • Love You For A Long Time: Whether you’re considering adoption or simply want to support these resilient dogs, the Long Stay Soirée promises an unforgettable experience filled with hope, furry tails, and the potential to change a life—both theirs and yours. Adoption fees are waived for all dogs presented!

  • Forever Friends: Dress for the orange carpet and prepare to enjoy an evening of light refreshments, wine and beer, and meaningful connections. Each dog has a story to share, and this soirée is your chance to get to know them one-on-one and discover why they’re ready to become your forever companion.

Register today and be entered to win a dog-lovers gift basket HERE.

Events

StillPoint Collective To Host Inaugural Youth Financial Literacy Summit

Students ages 12-18 are invited to lay a strong financial foundation during the first-ever Youth Financial Literacy Summit, hosted by StillPoint Collective at The Apollo on Emma in Springdale on Saturday, Nov 9, from 10:30a-4:30p.

  • Financial Well-Being: StillPoint Collective is a new initiative from StillPoint Accounting that offers customizable financial services and resources to promote financial empowerment and well-being in the Northwest Arkansas community.

  • Fundamentals: The Youth Financial Literacy Summit will cover the basics of budgeting, debt management, entrepreneurship, and investing. An afternoon workshop designed for parents and guardians will encourage continued conversations around building strong financial foundations.

Tickets are $75, and scholarships are available. Register HERE.

Support Local

This Not That

We had a great reaction to this new section idea in last Friday’s edition, so we’re bringing it back! In today’s edition of This Not That, we present to you: LIVSN.

  • Overall Success: LIVSN Designs’ Kickstarter ventures have been among the most successful crowdfunding efforts in Arkansas history. Their recent Ecotrek Overalls Kickstarter smoked its $10,000 goal and raised $168,109. You can still preorder these at a discounted price.

  • The Story: LIVSN was founded in Bentonville, and the story of redemption behind the business is even cooler than its products. If you want to start your week off with some encouragement, read this.

  • See For Yourself: LIVSN is hosting a Try-On Event at Gearhead Outfitters in Fayetteville this Saturday, Oct 19. For every LIVSN item you try on, GHO will donate $5 to the Buffalo National River Partners.

Reply to this email with local brands you’d like to see highlighted in an upcoming This Not That!

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In other news…

  • 🎤 In The Club With My Homies: This month marks two decades of Fayetteville Public Library at its iconic Mountain Street location! Celebrate their anniversary by singing your favorite hits from 2004 at Big Box Karaoke this Wednesday, Oct 16 — 50% of karaoke fees will be donated to FPL Foundation.*

  • 🎸 Let’s Rock: Up-and-coming rock-n-roll band The Stews will headline George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville this Thursday, Oct 16, with support from local band Ted Hammig & the Campaign. Reply “The Stews” to this email for a chance to win two tickets!*

  • 🎣 Reel It In: Join Van Winkle Adventures for the 2024 Fly Fishing Film Tour at TheatreSquared in Fayetteville this Thursday, Oct 17. Enjoy breathtaking films, connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts, and reel in the adventure of a lifetime! Doors open at 5:30p.

  • 🌭 Short & Swift: The Bella Vista Animal Shelter will host its 19th Annual Wiener vs Corgi Dog Races at 1991 Forest Hills Blvd. on Saturday, Oct 19, from 9a-2p.

  • 🏀 Like Slam: Shaquille O’Neal is coming to Fayetteville this fall for a DJ Diesel (Shaq’s DJ act) performance at JJ’s Live on Friday, Oct 18, before the Razorbacks take on LSU.

  • 🥳 Join The Club: Our daily newsletter is completely free, but if you simply love what we’re doing, you can support our work by joining our NWA Daily Fan Club!

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

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