Jewels of Giving Gala

This gala is a night of dinner, live and silent auctions, and more to help NWA Food Bank raise awareness and funds to nourish local communities. For more information, visit www.nwafoodbank.org.

Tails of Love Preview Party

Springdale Country Club 608 W. Lakeview Dr., Springdale, AR, United States

Celebrate the publication of the Tails of Love photo book at this preview party. Enjoy live and silent auctions, food, wine and more. For more details, visit www.hsozarks.org.

Celebrity Waiter Gala

Fayetteville Town Center 15 West Mountain, Fayetteville, AR, United States

Join guests as community leaders serve as "celebrity waiters." This year's theme is "Divine Renaissance, a Night at the Pink and Green Cotton Club." Guests will enjoy a green carpet welcome, dinner, entertainment, and silent and live auctions. Visit www.akapao.com for details.

Light of Hope Breakfast

John Q. Hammons Center 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, United States

CASA of Northwest Arkansas hosts a breakfast to raise funds, volunteers and awareness for the advocacy of abused and neglected children in Northwest Arkansas. The breakfast will feature a keynote address from Steve Bratspies, Chief Merchandising Officer, Walmart U.S. For more details, visit www.nwacasa.org.

Light of Hope Luncheon

Northwest Arkansas Convention Center 1420 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR, United States

CASA of Northwest Arkansas hosts a luncheon to raise funds, volunteers and awareness for the advocacy of abused and neglected children in Northwest Arkansas. The luncheon will feature a keynote address from Noel White, Chief Executive Officer, Tyson Foods. For more details, visit www.nwacasa.org.

Lights of the Ozarks

Fayetteville Square

During the holiday season, the Fayetteville square is turned into a sparkling winter wonderland. The community gathers to enjoy a parade, carollers and street vendors. For details, visit www.experiencefayetteville.com.

NWA Boutique Show

John Q. Hammons Center 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, United States

Shop over 150 merchants featuring thousands of one-of-a-kind and custom items including home decor, clothing, food, art and more. For more information, visit www.nwaboutiqueshow.com.

Girls on the Run 5K

Downtown Bentonville Bentonville , AR, United States

This running event in downtown Bentonville is the culmination of Girls on the Run’s fall season. The goal of this program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness. For more information, visit www.gotrnwa.org.

Holiday Auction and Luncheon

Four Points by Sheraton 211 SE Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR, United States

This event includes a luncheon and silent auction with lots of goodies for everyone. Proceeds from this event go to an endowed scholarship for horticulture students. For details, contact Corrin Troutman corrintroutman@gmail.com at or Scarlett Basore at ScarlettBasore@gmail.com.

Turkey Trot for Heroes

Center for Nonprofits 1200 W. Walnut St., Rogers, AR, United States

The Turkey Trot for Heroes at the Center for Nonprofits in Rogers features the Turkey Trot 5K Charity Run, 1-mile Fun Walk, Wild Gobbler 5K Adventure Run and a virtual 5K. Proceeds go toward toys, clothing and necessities at Christmastime for veteran/first responder families in need. For more information, visit www.sheepdogia.org.