3W Magazine

TheatreSquared Gala
2019-11-14 | Fayetteville Town Center, 15 West Mountain, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
TheatreSquared’s signature annual celebration supporting education and access to remarkable live theatre will be held at 6 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Fayetteville Town Center. The evening will feature a command cabaret performance by James Taylor Odom (“Murder for Two” at T2) and Elisabeth Evans (“Once” on Broadway and at T2), along with a three-course meal catered by Bordinos Restaurant and wines selected by sommelier François Guilloux. All proceeds support the company’s education and access programs serving 30,000 Arkansans each year. The evening’s premiere sponsors are J.B. Hunt Transport as well as Margaret and Dick Rutherford.
Honorary co-chairs for the evening are: Marcy & Juan Camacho, Allyson & Mike Malone, Jennifer & Louis Martin, Catherine & Stephen Roche, Esther Silver-Parker, Todd Simmons & Melissa Haynes, Shelley Simpson, Demara Titzer, and Donald & Sheroll Walker. Kirk Thompson and Brett Burch will receive the 2019 Arts Advocate Award recognizing their longstanding dedication to arts and education in Northwest Arkansas. TheatreSquared will also present a Special Award for Hospitality to Susan and Orville Hall, recognizing their generosity in hosting scores of TheatreSquared artists in their home over the past decade. Laurie Harrison of Fulbright Junior High in Bentonville will receive the 2019 Arts Educator Award.
For more details, visit www.theatre2.org.

Jewels of Giving Gala
2019-11-15
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
2019-11-16 | Springdale Country Club, 608 W. Lakeview Dr., Springdale, AR, 72764, 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
2019-11-16 | Fayetteville Town Center, 15 West Mountain, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, 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
2019-11-19 07:30 - 08:30 (America/Denver) | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, 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
2019-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | 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
2019-11-22 | 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
2019-11-22 - 2019-11-23 | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, 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
2019-11-23 | 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
2019-11-25 | Four Points by Sheraton, 211 SE Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR, 72712, 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
2019-11-28 | Center for Nonprofits, 1200 W. Walnut St., Rogers, AR, 72758, 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.

***RESCHEDULED TO NOV. 1*** - One Walk
2020-11-01
***RESCHEDULED TO NOV. 1*** – JDRF One Walk will be held on Nov. 1. For more details, visit www.jdrf.org.

Big Night Gala
2020-11-06 | The Jones Center, 922 E. Emma Ave., Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
This year is the 25th anniversary of the Big Night Gala! Enjoy a signature sit-down dinner, a video presentation and live auction. The Jones Center is also providing a virtual attendance option for off-site guests to tune into a live 1-hour program to celebrate the center’s 25th anniversary. All of the gala proceeds stay local to benefit the center. For details, visit www.thejonescenter.net.

***CANCELED*** - Game Plan Conference
2020-11-06 | Fellowship Bible Church, Rogers, Arkansas
***CANCELED*** – This free, public event at the Fellowship Bible Church in Rogers focuses on empowering caregivers, continuing education for health care professionals and supporting those with any form of dementia in the Northwest Arkansas region. For more details, visit www.broylesfoundation.org.

***CANCELED*** - Art of Hospice
2020-11-07 | Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
***CANCELED*** – Enjoy an evening at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, featuring an elegant dinner and wine pairings inspired by artwork selected from the museum’s collection. For more information, visit www.nwacircleoflife.com.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL NOV. 9-12*** - A Very Special Art Show
2020-11-09 - 2020-11-12
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL NOV. 9-12*** – This year’s A Very Special Art Show will look different to prioritize the health and safety of our students, clients, staff, and the community. 2020’s A Very Special Art Show will feature an online auction with artwork created by the kids and adults at Sunshine School. Bidding opens online at 8 a.m. on Nov. 9 and bidding closes at 7 p.m. on Nov. 12. Find the online auction here: https://artshow2020.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse. For more information, visit www.nwasunshineschool.org.

Light of Hope
2020-11-10
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Northwest Arkansas provides compassionate volunteers who advocate for abused and neglected children. We are committed to ensuring a consistent voice, safe home, and promising future for children in foster care. The annual Light of Hope event is taking place virtually this year! Join the event on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 8 a.m. or noon for inspiring stories of the power of our advocacy. The event link is https://app.mobilecause.com/e/z-iNtw?vid=dlu7y. For more details, visit https://www.nwacasa.org.

Swing fore Wishes
2020-11-11 16:30
Please join Make-A-Wish Mid-South on Nov. 11 for Swing fore Wishes Topgolf Challenge at Topgolf in Rogers! All money raised stays here locally to help grant wishes to local children with critical illnesses. For information on tickets or information on how to become an event sponsor, please contact Chrissa at chrissa@theduleygroup.com. Register online at http://site.wish.org/goto/MakeAWishTopGolf20.

***CANCELED*** - Jewels of Giving Gala
2020-11-13 | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***CANCELED*** – This gala at the John Q. Hammons Center is a night of dinner, live and silent auctions, and more to help NWA Food Bank raise awareness and funds for the food insecure in the region. For more information, visit www.nwafoodbank.org.

***CANCELED*** - Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser & Silent Auction
2020-11-13 | The Orchard Event Venue, Bentonville, Arkansas
***CANCELED*** – Enjoy a night of food, fun and fellowship at The Orchard Event Venue in Bentonville. For more details, contact Angela D’Amico at angela@arryr.org.

Holiday Shop Uniquely Crafted
2020-11-13 - 2020-11-14 | Center for Nonprofits, 1200 W. Walnut St., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
Shop for the holidays at this event at the Center for Nonprofits in Rogers. For more details, visit www.dscnwa.com.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT NOV. 14-29*** - Turkey Trot for Heroes
2020-11-14 - 2020-11-29 | Center for Nonprofits, 1200 W. Walnut St., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT NOV. 14-29*** – Register for the 13th annual SDIA Turkey Trot for Heroes!⁠ All Military and First Responders can use code “SheepDog” for $5 off your registration by visiting the link in SDIA’s Instagram bio.⁠⁠ Since the event has gone VIRTUAL, you can run anytime, anywhere Nov. 14-29 to honor all of our amazing heroes. Register for the event here. For more information, visit www.sheepdogia.org.

A FUNdraiser FORE Kids Like No Other
2020-11-15 14:00 - 17:00
First Tee – Northwest Arkansas is excited to be celebrating its 15th anniversary by hosting A FUNdraiser FORE Kids Like No Other from 2-5 p.m. Nov. 15 at Topgolf in Rogers. We are putting the FUN back in FUNdraiser – and what better way to do that than hosting our event at Topgolf Rogers – one of the newest FUN venues in Northwest Arkansas. The event includes Unlimited Topgolf play, dinner, and drinks. All proceeds will directly benefit the underserved youth in the Northwest Arkansas communities with our new Character Development Mobile Unit. This first of its kind mobile unit will allow us to increase our outreach in the community, to ensure no child is left out of the life skills, core values, and character development teaching we provide through our First Tee programming, by taking our curriculum on the road and in to the neighborhoods. For more information, visit www.firstteenorthwestarkansas.org.

***POSTPONED TO 2021*** - Corporate Appreciation Luncheon
2020-11-17 | Embassy Suites, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***POSTPONED TO 2021*** – Join the Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Benton County at Embassy Suites as corporate sponsors are thanked for their continued support and dedication. For details, visit www.spsfbc.org.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** - National Philanthropy Day Luncheon
2020-11-18 11:30 - 13:00
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** – National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside in November to celebrate philanthropy and how much it enriches our world. The Northwest Arkansas chapter looks forward to recognizing the amazing local individuals and organizations that make a big difference in our community. The virtual celebration will be cast with a special link, which will be available to the public soon.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2020 HONOREES!
-Northwest Arkansas Food Bank, COVID -19 Hero
-The Schmieding Foundation, Lifetime Achievement
-Unilever, Outstanding Corporation
-Emily Ironside, Outstanding Fundraising Executive
-Jane Hunt Meade, Outstanding Philanthropist
-Mandy Macke, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
-Northwest Arkansas Council, Special Judges Award
-Fayetteville High School Student Council, Youth in Philanthropy
For more details, visit community.afpnet.org/afparnorthwestchapter/home.

TheatreSquared Gala
2020-11-19
Join the region’s arts, civic and corporate leaders in celebration and support of TheatreSquared’s work on stage and its outreach programs serving 18,000 students and teachers each year.For more details, visit www.theatre2.org.

Lights of the Ozarks
2020-11-20 | Fayetteville Square, Fayetteville, AR, United States

NWA Boutique Show
2020-11-20 - 2020-11-21 | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
Shop over 150 boutiques featuring thousands of one-of-a-kind and custom items on Nov. 20 and 21 at the John Q. Hammons Center. Shoppers can find a list of safety precautions on the NWA Boutique Show website. For more information, visit www.nwaboutiqueshow.com.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT NOV. 21-29*** - GOTR 5K
2020-11-21 - 2020-11-29 | Downtown Bentonville, Bentonville , AR, United States
Join Girls on the Run of Northwest Arkansas for the virtual GOTR 5K Nov. 21-29. Physical and emotional safety of our girls and volunteer coaches is our top priority. That’s why this year, we are going virtual! Join us to celebrate GOTR girls this season by completing a physical activity challenge! Girls in our community worked hard to train and need YOUR support to ensure ALL girls can have access to our life changing program! All registered participants will receive a packet with a finisher medal, racing bib and lots of surprises from our 5K sponsors! The first 200 to register are guaranteed a limited edition JUNK GOTR headband and a GOTR buff. Packet pick up will be Nov. 20th from 2-6 p.m. at 615 N Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712. Packets can also be mailed to your home address for an additional cost of $10.
For more information, visit www.gotrnwa.org.

Holiday Auction and Luncheon
2020-11-23
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 Scarlett Basore at scarlettbasore@gmail.com.
