***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL RACE*** - NWA Heart Walk
2020-04-04 | John Q. Hammons Center parking lot
This is the largest local American Heart Association event. Families, survivors and community members can enjoy a program, vendor booths and a 1.5 to 3-mile walk at the John Q. Hammons Center parking lot. For more information, visit www.nwaheartwalk.org.

Bunny Breakfast
2020-04-04 | Applebee’s, Springdale, Arkansas
Enjoy a pancake breakfast at Applebee’s in Springdale supporting Arkansas Children’s Northwest. For more details, visit www.archildrens.org/giving.

Hope Fest
2020-04-04 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | West Fork Community Building, 222 Weber St., West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
Hope Fest will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 4 at the West Fork Community Building. Proceeds from the event benefit American Cancer Society. For more information, contact Amber Freeman at 479.806.2222 or washcorelay@gmail.com.

***RESCHEDULED TO AUG. 19 TO SEPT. 27*** - Ann
2020-04-07 - 2020-04-12, 2020-04-14 - 2020-04-19 | TheatreSquared, 477 W. Spring St., Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO AUG. 19 TO SEPT. 27*** – “Ann” is the inspiring and hilarious story of a captivating woman who was even bigger than the state from which she hailed: Ann Richards, former governor of Texas. This acclaimed, one-woman tour-de-force brings the charismatic and storied former governor of Texas into TheatreSquared’s most intimate new space. For more details, visit www.theatre2.org.

***POSTPONED*** - First Tee and Topgolf Present "A Fundraiser FORE Kids Unlike Any Other"
2020-04-11 | Topgolf, 3919 S. JB Hunt Drive, Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***POSTPONED*** – First Tee and Topgolf present “A Fundraiser FORE Kids Unlike Any Other” from 2-5 p.m. April 11 at Topgolf in Rogers. For more details, visit www.firstteenorthwestarkansas.org.

***POSTPONED*** - Cow Paddy Run
2020-04-11 14:00 | Gulley Park, 1850 E. Township St., Fayetteville, AR, 72703, United States
***POSTPONED*** – Get ready for family-friendly fun on the run at the Cow Paddy Run at Gulley Park! This is one of the oldest group races in Fayetteville and was started to promote education and active lifestyles back in the 1980s. The Spark Foundation revived this run in 2011 as part of its mission to create fun and accessible opportunities for physical activity in our community. There’s a 5K for adults and older kids and a 1K Fun Run for the little ones. Don’t worry though, because there aren’t any real cow paddies to avoid. The name is just part of the tradition of this race, which has played a big part in developing Fayetteville’s pro-fitness, pro-fun culture over the years! The Festivities & Packet Pickup open at 2 p.m., and the costume contest is at 3:45 p.m. The 1K Fun Run begins at 4 p.m., and the 5K & 10th anniversary 10K start at 4:30 p.m. For more details, visit www.cowpaddyrun.com.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL RUN TO BE COMPLETED APRIL 13-MAY 11*** - Cherishing Children Glow Run
2020-04-13
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL RUN TO BE COMPLETED APRIL 13-MAY 11*** – The Glow Run will not occur on April 17, 2020. Instead, it has been modified to the 20th Annual Virtual Cherishing Children Glow Run. All registered runners will have between April 13 and May 11 to complete a 5k, 1-mile walk or run and the kids superhero 400-yard dash (on any safe course of your choice – i.e. greenway, track, or treadmill are all acceptable) and show proof of completion by emailing a picture to Teresa@cacbentonco.com. After your run is complete, runners will be able to pick up their Glow Run goody bags, shirts and finisher medals at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Benton County (2113 Little Flock Dr. Little Flock, AR 72756) for all confirmed registered runners between April 13th-May 11th, during regular business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). NOTE: Extended hours until 6 p.m. only on Tuesday, May 3 and Thursday, May 5. Registration will remain open until midnight March 31. Register here: https://app.regwiz.io/register/cacglowrun/756. For details, visit www.cacbentonco.com.

***RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 13-18, 2021*** - Fiddler on the Roof
2020-04-14 - 2020-04-19 | Walton Arts Center, 495 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 13-18, 2021*** – Rich with hits you know and love, including “Tradition,” “Sunrise, Sunset;” “If I Were A Rich Man,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “To Life (L’Chaim!),” this musical is the heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives, and life, love and laughter. For tickets, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

***POSTPONED*** - Big Business Brunch
2020-04-15 | 21c Museum Hotel, 200 NE A St., Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
***POSTPONED*** – Part of a series of brunches, the event offers the opportunity to hear an interview with Jack Pestello, SVP of Packaged Goods, hosted by Kerry Robinson, SVP of Fresh Bakery, at 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville. For more details, visit www.bbbsnwa.org.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL*** - Take Back the Night March
2020-04-16
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL*** – This march in Fayetteville raises awareness about sexual violence and provides support for survivors. More details can be found at respect.uark.edu.

***CANCELED*** - NWA Fashion Week
2020-04-16 - 2020-04-18 | Record, 104 SW A St., Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
***CANCELED*** – The spring NWA Fashion Week at Record in Bentonville highlights designers, artists, boutiques and other creative professionals who are committed to building a vibrant, inspired creative community in Northwest Arkansas. Visit www.nwafw.com for details.

***POSTPONED*** - A Toast to Health
2020-04-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Sassafras Springs Vineyard & Winery, 6461 E Guy Terry Rd, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
***POSTPONED*** – Celebrate the services that WelcomeHealth provides with dinner, a silent auction and more. For more information, visit www.welcomehealthnwa.org.

***CANCELED*** - Big Bass Tournament
2020-04-18 | Prairie Creek on Beaver Lake
***CANCELED*** – Get out those rods and reels for the Big Bass Tournament to help open the door of athletic experience to disadvantaged youth. For more details, visit www.pagnozziparker.org.

***POSTPONED*** - Cats at the Castle Fundraiser
2020-04-18 | Castle Rogue’s Manor, State Highway 187, Beaver, AR, 72613, United States
***POSTPONED*** – This fundraiser includes a gourmet dinner, dessert, live entertainment, art and more at Castle Rogue’s Manor. For details, visit www.tcwr.org.

***POSTPONED*** - UnGala
2020-04-18 | Scott Family Amazeum, 1009 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
***POSTPONED*** – The annual UnGala is not a typical soirée. This adults-only event features fun with science, food and drinks at the Scott Family Amazeum. For more details, visit www.amazeum.org.

***CANCELED*** - Golf Classic
2020-04-20 | Paradise Valley Athletic Club, Fayetteville , AR, United States
***CANCELED*** – Hit the greens and support compassionate, high-quality care for those in need. For more details, visit www.wregional.com.

***CHANGED TO LIVE STREAM EVENT*** - Butterflies & Blooms
2020-04-23 | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***CHANGED TO LIVE STREAM EVENT*** – The annual Butterflies & Blooms luncheon at the John Q. Hammons Center benefits the lives of the young ladies who call Saving Grace home. For more information, please visit www.savinggracenwa.org.

***CHANGED TO ONLINE SALE APRIL 27-MAY 8*** - Plant Sale
2020-04-24 - 2020-04-25 | Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, 4703 N. Crossover Rd., Fayetteville, AR, 72764, United States
***CHANGED TO ONLINE SALE APRIL 27-MAY 8*** – Shop for your garden at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. From 5-8 p.m. April 24, the sale will be open to garden members only. The public sale will be 8 a.m. to noon April 25. For details, visit www.bgozarks.org.

Native Tree and Plant Sale
2020-04-24 - 2020-04-25 | Compton Gardens, 312 N. Main St., Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
The annual Native Tree and Plant Sale at Compton Gardens features events for the entire family, music and demonstrations from local craftsmen. For details, visit www.peelcompton.org.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON APRIL 25 WITH ONLINE AUCTION ON APRIL 20-25*** - The Big Party
2020-04-25
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON APRIL 25 WITH ONLINE AUCTION ON APRIL 20-25*** – The 2020 Big Party is on! We’re going to be Partying from Home on April 25. Join Fayetteville Junior Civic League from 7-8:30 p.m. April 25 to enjoy live music from The Jeff Fox Band from our own homes. Participate in the 2020 Big Party in 4 ways: Buy tickets to Big Party From Home to receive your code for the virtual party April 25; bid on amazing items in the online auction from April 20-25; purchase a raffle ticket for the incredible $4,900 Botox & Juvederm package from Premier Dermatology; or make a donation of any amount, anytime! The link for the online auction is bidpal.net/bigparty20. For more information, please visit www.Facebook.com/FayettevilleJuniorCivicLeague.

***CANCELED*** - Trivia Night
2020-04-25 | St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School gym, Rogers, Arkansas
***CANCELED*** – Enjoy a night of food, drinks and trivia at the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School gym in Rogers to help decide the smartest knight in the land. For more details, visit www.svdpschool.net.

***POSTPONED*** - A Round for the Kids
2020-04-26
***POSTPONED*** – Join Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter for A Round for the Kids at Topgolf. Board member Dr. Curt Hedberg is the honorary chair. For information, visit www.nwacs.org.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** - Celebration of Excellence
2020-04-27 19:00
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** – This annual event celebrates the announcement of the foundation’s grant awards, Fayetteville High School scholarship recipients and the A.P.P.L.E. Award. This year’s event will be a virtual live stream on Facebook at 7 p.m. April 27 and will feature teachers and stakeholders as they come together to share videos and stories about students’ unforgettable educational experiences. The live stream will be at www.facebook.com/FayPubEduFoun. For details, visit www.fayedfoundation.org.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL ON SEPT. 25*** - Youth of the Year
2020-09-25 11:30 - 13:00 | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL ON SEPT. 25*** – The Youth of the Year celebration is the culmination of the Boys & Girls Club of Benton County’s members’ dedication to enhancing their community, peers, family, the Boys & Girls Club and themselves. Featuring a live and silent auction as well as speeches from the Youth of the Year and keynote speaker, Michael Phelps! Boys & Girls Club of Benton County invites you to an inspiring VIRTUAL time as the nonprofit celebrates its remarkable young leaders. Tickets are $25. Ticket holders will receive a link to the Zoom event meeting closer to the event date. For more details, visit www.bgcbentoncounty.org.

Pinwheels for Prevention
2021-04-01
Kick off Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month by placing pinwheels and banners at different locations in Washington County as a visible show of support for keeping our children safe. Shining in the sun, the pinwheel is reflective of the bright futures all children deserve. Learn more at www.childrenssafetycenter.org.

The Lifespan of a Fact
2021-04-01 - 2021-04-03
Jim Fingal is a fresh-out-of-Harvard fact checker for a prominent but sinking New York magazine. John D’Agata is a talented writer with a transcendent essay about the suicide of a teenage boy — an essay that could save the magazine from collapse. When Jim is assigned to fact check D’Agata’s essay, the two come head to head in a comedic yet gripping battle over facts versus truth. For more details, visit www.arkansaspublictheatre.org.

Cherishing Children Pinwheel Rally
2021-04-02
Community members gather at First Friday in downtown Bentonville to kick off Child Abuse Awareness Month. Pinwheels are then placed at locations across Benton County to represent each confirmed child abuse case in Benton County for 2020. For more details, visit www.cacbentonco.com.

2021 Women in Information Technology Virtual Conference: Hack the Journey
2021-04-07
The 2021 Women in Information Technology Conference is going virtual! Connect with the community of diverse women who are changing and shaping the workplace. Join Walton College Executive Education and the Walton College Department of Information Systems on April 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. as we “Hack the Journey” with industry leaders and changemakers. Speaker and session information at https://execed.uark.edu/2021-women-in-it-conference/.

NWA Gives
2021-04-08
NWA Gives is a region-wide giving day for nonprofits across Northwest Arkansas where change-makers and givers come together to fund the nonprofit work and important local causes they care about. For more details, visit www.nwagives.org.
