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Event

Weekend Roundup

Happy Friday, Northwest Arkansas! Here’s a look at some fun things happening around town this weekend:

• 🛝 Park Playdate: The city of Rogers will celebrate the newly opened Mt. Hebron Park with a Grand Opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony this weekend on Friday, Aug 11, at 10a.

• 💃 Cha Cha Slide: Learn how to foxtrot and cha-cha real smooth during the Social Dance Night at Crystal Bridges this Friday, Aug 11, beginning at 7p.

• 🌭 At the ballpark: The NWA Naturals continue their series vs. the Wichita Wind Surge, including a Fireworks Friday on Aug 11, a Bobby Witt Jr Bobblehead Giveaway on Aug 12, and Family Sunday on Aug 13 with $1 hotdogs & kids run the bases.

• 👩‍🌾 Summer Send-Off: Visit the Springdale Farmers Market at the Jones Center for a special Back To School Bash this Saturday, Aug 12, from 9a-12p, including fun activities with Apple Seeds, Inc.

• 🦋 Float like a Butterfly: Join the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks for a presentation from delving into the fascinating world of the Diana Fritillary, the Arkansas State Butterfly, this Saturday, Aug 12, from 10-11a.

• 🛍️ Bizarre Bazaar: Join the NWA Newbies for Brews, Bash, and Bazaar, featuring 10+ local vendors at Rendevous Junction Brewing Co in Rogers this Saturday, Aug 12, from 12-5p.

• ⛺ Under the Stars: The Perseid meteor shower will be most visible this weekend, Aug 12-13. With this unusually mild August weather, it could be a good weekend for some camping out at the Buffalo River.

• ⚽ Let’s Kick It: Arkansas Soccer plays its final exhibition match against SIUE at Razorback Field this Saturday, Aug 12, at 6p. Fans get in free for a chance to see the team in action before the season begins.

• 🐶 Friendship Brewing: Come by Bentonville Brewing Company from 6-8p to meet adoptable dogs from Best Friends in NWA. Enjoy a beer and maybe meet your new best buddy.

• 🐎 Ralph Lauren: Watch top female polo players compete for United States Polo Association honors during the Chix with Stix Charity Polo Match at the NWA Polo Club and Farm on Sunday, Aug 13.

• 🐕‍🦺 The Goodest Boy: Best Friends For Vets will be at Shiloh Square in Downtown Springdale, running service dog demonstrations on Sunday, Aug 13, from 12-3p.

Nonprofit

Help End Poverty in Our Community with Circles NWA

On a mission to end poverty, Circles NWA empowers low-income families to achieve upward mobility through the power of social capital. A new cohort begins this fall, and Circles NWA is on the lookout for Allies looking to make a difference in our community.

• Be an Ally: Circles NWA’s unique approach places leadership on those who have experienced poverty, known as Circle Leaders, while volunteers, called Allies, provide support, insight, and connections.

• Upward Mobility: As a community, a Circle tackles the complex problem of poverty through activities like budgeting, leadership development, and building social capital. Circles NWA has witnessed incredible milestones of upward mobility, including new jobs, increased income, homeownership, graduation, decreased debt, and improved credit.

Support the positive change in our community as an Ally. Join an online information meeting on Aug 16 or Aug 24 HERE.

Restaurant News

East Fayetteville Just Got a Fresh New Beer Spot

Fayetteville Beer Works in East Fayetteville is now open, offering a brewing experience unlike any in Arkansas.

• It Comes in Pints? Instead of a traditional wall of taps, Fayetteville Beer Works pours its beer directly from the brewing tank with European-style draft faucets to ensure a thick, pillowy head and the freshest, most flavorful beer you can find. The top picks from our crew were the Mud Creek Brown Ale and the East Fay Hazy IPA.

• Meet Me at the Pub: Along with great beer, Fayetteville Beer Works also offers a variety of snacks, giving it a family-friendly pub feel. From hot pretzels and popcorn to hot dogs and ice cream, there's something for everyone.

Fayetteville Flyer did a great write-up on the Fayetteville Beer Works story, highlighting its unique approach to craft brewing HERE.

Highlight

Art Ventures Partners with Washington County Juvenile Court

Art Ventures has partnered with the Washington County Court to make a positive impact on the lives of court-involved youth.

• Exploration: These art workshops are intended to promote healing and self-discovery through artistic expression. The program also engages masters-level students from the University of Arkansas School of Art who help lead the sessions.

• Empowerment: Art Ventures believes in the power of art to guide and illuminate pathways during growth and change. With the support of the Washington County Court and the University of Arkansas School of Art, they are committed to improving the quality of life for court-involved youth by empowering their creativity, communication, and self-expression.

Learn more about Art Ventrues HERE.

Employment

Cool Jobs In NWA

Looking for a job? Check out the wide range of positions posted to our community board:

• All AV Services is looking for a Lead AV Tech to join their talented team of audio and visual solutions providers.

• Find several other listings in the Health, Education, and Retail industries.

Have a job you're looking to fill? Post it HERE.

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In other news

• 🏠 Well Preserved: The Fayetteville City Council has approved the first-ever Heritage and Historic Preservation Plan for the city, with plans to protect the city’s historic buildings.

• ✍️ Young Hustlers: The Cleveland-based Young Entrepreneur Institute at University School for K-12 students will begin serving NWA after a $1.21m donation from the Walton Family Foundation.

• 🚴‍♀️ She Bikes: The WOZ Sunset Summit is just a month away, gathering women cyclists for a weekend of fun rides, workshops, and expert coaching at the Momentary Green on Sep 15-17.

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