3W Magazine

***CANCELED*** - EAT (Engage And Taste) at Brightwater
2021-11-05
***CANCELED*** – The EAT event is a culinary competition for the students enrolled in the Ignite culinary program through Bentonville Schools and is a fundraiser for Sharing & Caring of Benton County to continue providing scholarship funds to area high school students who will be furthering their studies in key disciplines, including construction, media production, culinary and medical arts. For more information, visit www.sharingandcaringkids.com.

Big Night Gala
2021-11-05
The annual Big Night Gala at The Jones Center has grown into one of Northwest Arkansas’ signature holiday events. Proceeds from the event support youth programming at The Jones Center. For details, visit www.thejonescenter.net.

***CHANGED TO FORWARD TOGETHER FUNDRAISER*** - Art of Hospice
2021-11-06
***CHANGED TO FORWARD TOGETHER FUNDRAISER*** – Art of Hospice event is canceled this year. Instead, Circle of Life has created a fundraising campaign called Forward Together to raise money for the nonprofit throughout November and December. Along with Sam’s Club, Walmart, and the Willard & Pat Walker Charitable Foundation, Circle of Life invites you to help them forge ahead during the pandemic by supporting the Forward Together campaign.
As the nonprofit moves Forward Together, you can share the gift of hospice with your friends and family. With your sponsorship, you will receive a gift box, and get to share a gift box with someone of your choice. Each box will include deluxe items for you to create a meaningful connection to our story and mission.
100% of the funds raised through the event will stay in Northwest Arkansas.
For more information, click here or visit www.nwacircleoflife.com.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL NOV. 8-12*** - Sunshine School's Art Show
2021-11-08 - 2021-11-12 | Osage House, 243 Pace Lane, Cave Springs, AR, United States
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL NOV. 8-12*** – Sunshine School’s Art Show has changed to a Virtual Art Show Nov. 8-12. There is a week full of fun planned, including a live art auction, wine pull, giveaways, student spotlights, and more! The auction features artwork created by the children and adults at Sunshine School, as well as pieces from local artists. Join Sunshine School on Facebook and at nwasunshineschool.org/artshow.

***RESCHEDULED TO NOV. 12*** - Winetopia
2021-11-12
***RESCHEDULED TO NOV. 12*** – Restore Humanity’s Winetopia will be at Stone Chapel at Matt Lane Farm. For more details, visit www.restorehumanity.org.

***VIRTUAL*** - National Philanthropy Day Luncheon
2021-11-17
This event includes an award ceremony recognizing the great contributions of philanthropy in Northwest Arkansas and those who are active in the philanthropic community. The virtual event will be open to the public and free to view online at noon on Nov. 17, 2021. Viewing information will be available on the AFP Northwest Arkansas Facebook page. For more details, visit community.afpnet.org/afparnorthwestchapter/home.

"Marie and Rosetta"
2021-11-17 - 2021-12-12
Born in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, Sister Rosetta Tharpe became a legend, bringing fierce guitar and swing to gospel music – and blazing a path for Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix and Ray Charles. “Marie and Rosetta” chronicles her first rehearsal with a young protégée, Marie Knight, as they prepare for the tour that would establish them as one of the great duos in music history. For more details, visit https://www.theatre2.org.

NWA Boutique Show
2021-11-19 - 2021-11-20
Shop over 150 merchants featuring thousands of one-of-a-kind and custom items including home décor, clothing, food, art and more at the Rogers Convention Center. For more information, visit www.nwaboutiqueshow.com.

Girls on the Run of Northwest Arkansas 5K
2021-11-20
Join Girls on the Run of Northwest Arkansas for its annual 5K, which is held in downtown Bentonville. For more information, visit www.gotrnwa.org.

Turkey Trot for Heroes
2021-11-25
The Turkey Trot for Heroes will be at the Center for Nonprofits in Rogers. Proceeds go toward toys, clothing and necessities at Christmastime for veteran/first responder families in need. For more information, visit cutt.ly/sdiaturkeytrot⁠ or www.sheepdogia.org.

Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
2021-11-30 - 2021-12-05
Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory … to a lucky few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose bland life is about to burst with color and confection beyond his wildest dreams. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing joyride through a world of pure imagination. Now’s your chance to experience the wonders of Wonka like never before – get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator and more at this everlasting showstopper! For more details and tickets, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

Snowball
2021-12-01 - 2021-12-12
Mercy Health Foundation Northwest Arkansas’ Snowball 2021 is a unique and exciting experience through which new and long-time supporters can help Mercy carry out its mission of providing exceptional care. There is an outdoor concert Dec. 4 with country music artist Adam Doleac, an unforgettable 300-drone Christmas lights show, walking tour of Crystal Bridges North Forest Lights, unique gift boxes and much more! Continue the momentum online Dec. 1-12 by making a donation online. Donations received through Snowball 2021 will support needs in the areas of: Cardiology | Neurosciences | Women’s & Children’s | Area of Greatest Need. For more information, visit give.mercyhealthfoundation.net/NWASnowBall2021.

"A Christmas Carol"
2021-12-03 - 2021-12-26 | Fayetteville Public Library, 401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville, AR, United States
A T2 Original. Brimming with stage magic and holiday cheer, TheatreSquared’s adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” boldly reimagines Dickens’ classic ghost story and sets the stage for a new Northwest Arkansas tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages. For more details, visit https://www.theatre2.org/.

Burlsworth Trophy Dinner
2021-12-06 19:00 (America/Denver) | Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
The Burlsworth Trophy is awarded to college football’s most outstanding player who began his career as a walk-on. For more information, visit www.burlsworthtrophy.com.

December Holiday Mixer
2021-12-09 | Osage House, 243 Pace Lane, Cave Springs, AR, United States
Network of Executive Women Northwest Arkansas is hosting a December Holiday Mixer at 4 p.m. Dec. 9 at Osage House. For more details, visit https://www.newonline.org/region/northwest-arkansas.

Distribution Day
2021-12-10
Every year, families in the Sharing & Caring Christmas program receive their gifts and basic necessities at what Sharing & Caring of Benton County warmly refers to as Distribution Day. For more details, visit www.sharingandcaringkids.com.

Mean Girls
2021-12-14 - 2021-12-19
Direct from Broadway, “Mean Girls” is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer Tina Fey, composer Jeff Richmond, lyricist Nell Benjamin and director Casey Nicholaw. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. Soon, this naïve newbie falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. For more information, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

Jingle Bell Jog 5K & Children’s Fun Run
2021-12-18
Runners and walkers of all levels and ages are invited to participate in the 9th Annual Jingle Bell Jog 5K & Children’s Fun Run on Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021. Ugly Christmas sweaters, Santa hats, elf ears – anything that sparkles and jingles is highly encouraged. The 5K beings at 9 a.m. and the Children’s Fun Run starts at 10 a.m. For more details, visit www.bgozarks.org.

"An Officer and a Gentleman"
2022-01-04 - 2022-01-09
Based on the Oscar-winning film, this breathtaking production celebrates triumph over adversity and includes one of the most iconic and romantic endings ever portrayed on screen. Zack Mayo’s got smarts and a body built for U.S. Navy pilot boot camp, but he also has too much swagger … until he meets a drill sergeant who’s determined to drill his arrogance out of him. Zack finds comfort in the arms of a local factory girl. But it isn’t until tragedy befalls a fellow candidate that Zack learns the importance of love and friendship, finds the courage to be his best self and win the heart of the woman he loves. For tickets, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

Season 37 Announcement Party
2022-01-14
Arkansas Public Theatre’s Season 37 Announcement Party will be Jan. 14 at Arkansas Public Theatre in Rogers. For more details, visit https://www.arkansaspublictheatre.org/.

The Personal Leadership Effectiveness™ Program (PLE) for Rising Female Leaders
2022-01-19
The Personal Leadership Effectiveness™ Program (PLE) for Rising Female Leaders begins Jan. 19. The program is offered by the Inseitz Group to help aspiring female leaders enhance and build skills important to their professional and personal success. The PLE Program for Rising Female Leaders is the only in-depth, uniquely women-focused, character-based, certified professional development program in Northwest Arkansas. Speakers and coaches include high-ranking executives and officials from Northwest Arkansas. The program is certified through the Future Achievement International®. For more information, visit https://inseitzgroup.com/our-programs/program-for-rising-female-leaders/.

"The Mountaintop"
2022-01-19 - 2022-02-13
“The Mountaintop” is a gripping reimagination of events the night before the assassination of the civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On April 3, 1968, after delivering one of his most memorable speeches, an exhausted Dr. King retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel while a storm rages outside. When a mysterious stranger arrives with some surprising news, King is forced to confront his destiny and his legacy to his people. For more details, visit https://www.theatre2.org/.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL*** - All You Need is Love
2022-01-21 - 2022-02-07
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL*** – Richmond Street Fundraising’s All You Need is Love will be a virtual auction on Feb. 5. Celebrate the squishy face by paying it forward! All gifts and monies donated will support children just like Reid! For more details, visit https://richmondstreetfundraising.org/.

***VIRTUAL AND RESCHEDULED FROM JAN. 15 TO JAN. 22*** - Recommitment Banquet
2022-01-22
The Northwest Arkansas Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Council’s 26th annual Recommitment Event will be a virtual event at 6 p.m. Jan. 22. The keynote speaker is Cedric Clark, VP/RGM, Sam’s Club South Central Region. For more details, visit https://www.nwamlk.org/.

Phoenix Ascending
2022-01-22
Symphony of Northwest Arkansas’ Phoenix Ascending will be 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at Walton Arts Center. The program features Márquez, Danzón No. 2; Heather Schmidt, Piano Concerto No. 4, Phoenix Ascending; and Sibelius, Symphony No. 2. For more details, visit https://www.sonamusic.org/.

Moonlight Masquerade
2022-01-28
The Junior League of Northwest Arkansas presents the 10th annual Moonlight Masquerade at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 at Record. Don your mask and cocktail attire for a great cause. All proceeds from Moonlight Masquerade go directly toward the nonprofit’s mission as well as its community focus area of bringing awareness to and the prevention of domestic violence in Northwest Arkansas.
The event includes samplings from local food trucks and signature cocktails. Dance the night away to the beats of DJ Derrick and bid on a multitude of items in the silent auction. For more information, visit https://www.juniorleaguenwa.org/moonlight/.

***POSTPONED*** - A Blue "Soar"ée
2022-02-05
***POSTPONED*** – Thaden School invites you to A Blue “Soar”ée on Feb. 5, celebrating the opening of the Thaden School Performing Arts Center. The evening includes a blue carpet reception at 6 p.m. and a live performance at 7 p.m. For tickets and information, contact Adora Curry at 479-245-4617 or acurry@thadenschool.org.

Ooh! La, la! A Chocolate and Wine Pairing Dinner
2022-02-10
Jackson L. Graves Foundation’s Ooh! La, la! A Chocolate and Wine Pairing Dinner on Feb. 10 at The Garden Room will begin with a champagne reception at 6:30 p.m., followed at 7 p.m. by three decadent chocolate-inspired courses. Each course will be expertly paired with a fine wine. Seating is limited. Visit https://www.jacksongraves.org/ for details.

Masquerade Ball
2022-02-10
Join Walton Arts Center in celebrating 11 years of Masquerade Ball: one of the center’s premiere events benefiting arts education initiatives. Masquerade Ball will be Feb.12 at Walton Arts Center. Black tie suggested, masks encouraged. The honorary chair is John Furner, President & CEO Walmart U.S., and event co-chairs are Jeff Clapper, 8th and Walton, and Tony Waller, Walmart. For more details, visit https://waltonartscenter.org/.

"Something Rotten"
2022-02-11 - 2022-02-13
Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce “Something Rotten,” set in the 1590s. Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz. For more details, visit https://www.arkansaspublictheatre.org/.
