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Hero Half Marathon
2015-10-10 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Lake Fayetteville, Fayetteville, AR, United States
The Hero Half Marathon is a scenic, chip-timed, point-to-point race originating at beautiful Lake Fayetteville on Fayetteville’s north side. The race finishes at Fire Station One in historic downtown Fayetteville where participants will be greeted with a festival-like atmosphere that includes music, food trucks, a beer garden, local vendors, sponsor booths, and activities for children. Proceeds support organizations that meet important community needs, celebrate an active lifestyle, and honor the heroes in our everyday lives.

Denim & Diamonds Gala
2015-10-10 17:30 - 23:00 | Parsons Stadium, 1423 E. Emma Ave., Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
This event includes cocktails, dinner, excellent entertainment and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit Rodeo of the Ozarks and the Springdale Benevolent Foundation in enhancing youth events.

Red Shoe Shindig
2015-10-10 18:00 | Movie Lounge’s Starlight Ballrooms
The 5th Annual Red Shoe Shindig’s A Night at the Oscars will be an evening of live music, fine wines and specialty cocktails, plated, gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Steven Brooks, a live auction, and an after-party worthy of a gold statue.

Golf Classic
2015-10-12 | Paradise Valley Athletic Club, Fayetteville , AR, United States
Golfers gather for this four-person scramble to support various healthcare programs and services. A delicious breakfast and lunch, as well as prizes and gifts, are provided to participants. Hole-in-one opportunities and other contests make this a fun-filled day for sponsors and supporters. This year’s proceeds support Washington Regional’s Cancer Support Homes in Fayetteville and Bentonville. Morning and afternoon flights are available.

40th Anniversary Birthday Bash
2015-10-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Open Avenues, Rogers, AR, United States
Join Open Avenues in celebrating 40 years of service to the community at their 40th Anniversary Birthday Bash. Take a tour of their great facilities and see how they’ve grown and all that’s ahead for Open Avenues.

Read Between the Wines
2015-10-15 18:30 - 21:30 | 21c Museum Hotel, 200 NE A St., Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Join the Literacy Council of Benton County for an evening of lively entertainment with Emcee Alan Dranow. Listen to humorous readings by local celebrities between pairings of fine wines & menu samplers created by the Hive’s award winning chef Matthew McClure.

Swing for the Cure
2015-10-16 | Shadow Valley Country Club, 7001 W. Shadow Valley Rd., Rogers, AR, United States
Swing for the Cure is a four-person scramble golf tournament with morning and afternoon flights available. Lunch will be served at noon. You can also join Susan G. Komen – Ozark for the Pinktail Partee prior to the tournament on October 15 at 6:30 pm. Proceeds will provide breast health services through the Ozark affiliate of Susan G. Komen.

Sunnyside of Leadership Corporate Breakfast
2015-10-16 07:00 - 08:30 | DoubleTree Suites, 301 SE Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
All are welcome to attend the fall corporate breakfast for Havenwood’s Voice of Leadership Series. The breakfast will include special guest panelists with executives from various industries having dialogue about topics pertaining to leadership.

Razorback Run
2015-10-17 08:00 | NWA Mall, Fayetteville, AR, United States
The course will start and finish in uptown Fayetteville and utilize parts of the Clear Creek and Scull Creek Trail, as well as businesses in the area.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
2015-10-17 09:00 | Village on the Creeks, Rogers, AR, United States
By signing up, fundraising and participating in the noncompetitive, three- to five-mile walk, you can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Every Making Strides event is an incredible and inspiring opportunity to unite as a community to honor and celebrate breast cancer survivors, raise awareness about the disease, and raise money to help the American Cancer Society save lives from breast cancer by funding groundbreaking breast cancer research, providing free comprehensive information and support, and helping people take steps to reduce their risk of the disease or find it early when it’s most treatable.

Run/Walk to Defeat ALS
2015-10-17 09:30 | Lawrence Plaza, Bentonville, AR, United States
This run/walk is more than just a few mile trek, it’s an opportunity to bring hope to ALS patients, raise money for a cure and come together with your friends and family to fight for something you care about. Awards will be presented in each category – top male and female runner will receive a painting by artist Jane Garrison and a $200 gift card to Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse.

A Safe Place to Run
2015-10-17 09:30 | Lake Fayetteville, Fayetteville, AR, United States
Youth Bridge is having its first 5K, 10K and family fun run. This run is in support of all at-risk youth that are in need of safe shelters. Proceeds will be used for educational and prevention programs to bring awareness to the dangers of youth on the street.
Edward Cwiklinski, Senior Network Engineer from Walmart has generously offered to be the Race Director. The race is scheduled to start at 9:30 am with staggered times for the fun run, 5K and 10K. Medals will be provided for the top three in male and female divisions and top three in each age division. The fun run and family festival will begin at 10 am.

Sweetest Day
2015-10-17 18:00 - 22:00 | Pinnacle Home of John & Karen Scholes, Rogers, AR, United States
The Sweetest Day is an unique way to bring like minded individuals together to socialize, have fun, and raise awareness and funds for the Children’s Advocacy Center of Benton County. The Center is a safe place for child abuse victims and their families to receive comprehensive services from dedicated professional interviewers, nurses, counselors and advocates in a child-friendly atmosphere.

Sip & Savor
2015-10-22 18:00 - 22:00 | Four Points by Sheraton, 211 SE Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Sip Gallo wines and craft beer from Arkansas Craft Distributors while savoring flavors from local restaurants. Enjoy music by Crusade with Anthony Ball, a local funky, jazz, groove band. The evening will also include a silent auction featuring a variety of items from celebrities & professional athletes such as Peyton Manning, Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Robert De Niro and many more.

Mobil1 Fall Classic Tournament
2015-10-23 | Kingswood & Berksdale Golf Courses, Bella Vista, AR, United States
Enjoy a day of golf at the Boys & Girls Club of Benton County’s Fall Classic Golf Tournament sponsored by Mobil1.

Courage Award Luncheon
2015-10-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Mermaids Restaurant, Fayetteville, AR, United States
The Courage Award honors individuals who have shown fortitude, strength and dedication to empowering domestic violence survivors and their families. This award is given by Peace at Home Family Shelter to acknowledge the contributions of the individual who best exemplifies the Shelter’s mission: to end the cycle of domestic violence. This luncheon is held annually to recognize & honor the Courage Award recipient, an individual whose courageous work has had a profound impact on the community.

A Night at the Speakeasy
2015-10-23 19:00 - 23:55 | Unnamed Venue, Bentonville, AR, United States
Join the Junior Auxiliary of Rogers-Bentonville for a roaring good time at their 4th Annual A Night at the Speakeasy. Enjoy a 1920’s themed event with heavy hors d’oeuvres & desserts by PF Chang’s, wine & beer, live music by Joe Giles & the Homewreckers, dancing, a silent auction and more. All proceeds go to support the projects for underprivileged children, youth and families in Benton County.

Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular
2015-10-24 | Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, 239 Turpentine Creek Lane, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
This annual event at the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge includes games, food, a children’s costume contest and a rare opportunity to view animals at night.

Golftoberfest
2015-10-24
Golftoberfest is NWA’s original mini golf tournament. Just like a regular golf tournament, Golftoberfest has a shotgun start, hole-in-one contest prizes and even a goody bag for participants. This family-friendly event is a great way for you and your family, friends and co-workers to get out and play to help create better, brighter futures for single parents and their children.

Marlin Memory Mile
2015-10-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Circle of Life Hospice at Legacy Village, 1201 NE Legacy Pkwy, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
This event will include refreshments, a silent auction, door prizes, opportunity drawings, and a memory walk to honor loved ones. All proceeds benefit Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville & Springdale. Circle of Life’s mission is to provide compassionate end-of-life care for a person’s body, mind, spirit and family when there is no longer a cure. The Marlin Memory Mile is in memory of Jack and Carol Marlin.

Health & Wellness Expo
2015-10-24 09:00 - 13:00 | NWA Convention Center, Springdale, AR, United States
This free community event includes speakers with topics ranging from exercise tips to healthy recipe samples, a family fun zone with interactive workshops on diabetes prevention, exhibit booths where national & local companies offer the latest & greatest on diabetes care, health screenings, and much more.

Children's Fun Run
2015-10-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Bulldog Stadium at Fayetteville High School, Fayetteville, AR, United States
The 33rd Annual New School Children’s Fun Run is a family-friendly event open to all children ages 12 months to 8th grade. Each runner will receive a t-shirt and medal, with trophies going to the top three places in each race. Proceeds will directly benefit the students of The New School.

The Big Event
2015-10-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Barn at the Springs, 5392 Highway 112, Springdale, AR, 72762, United States
This Big Event is the highlight of the social season! This fun and unique event is the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas’ annual autumn event featuring good company, fine wines, delicious treats and a high quality auction.

Partners Card Week
2015-10-30 - 2015-11-08
More than 160 retailers throughout that state offer cardholders 20 percent off merchandise.

Treats at the Tracks
2015-10-30 18:30 - 21:30 | Arkansas Missouri Railroad Springdale Depot, 306 E. Emma Ave., Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
Treats at the Tracks will provide a fun, safe place for families to come Trick-or-Treat on the Arkansas Missouri Railroad train, enjoy carnival games, listen to live music and have lots of fun. There will also be a haunted train for the older and braver kids. Proceeds benefit the House of Hope Rescue Mission. Canned good donations for the food pantry will also be accepted.

Trick or Treat Open
2015-10-31 | Heritage High School, Rogers, AR, United States
A free community Halloween event presented by Coco-Cola that turns an indoor practice field into a huge miniature golf course.

Family Foto Fest
2015-10-31 - 2015-11-01 | Mt. Sequoyah
This event provides families with professional portraits taken at the beautiful Mt. Sequoyah. Proceeds benefit young first-time moms and their babies.

Autumn Brunch
2015-11-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Home of Marcheita Anderson
Proceeds from the 27th Annual Hospice Autumn Brunch benefit Friends of Washington Regional Hospice and ensure that all patients and families receive the compassionate care they need – regardless of age, terminal condition or ability to pay.

Empty Bowls
2015-11-03 18:30 - 21:30 | Pratt Place Inn & Barn, 2231 W. Markham Rd., Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Empty Bowls is an all-you-can-eat soup event featuring delicious soups from local restaurants. With your paid ticket you will receive a handmade pottery bowl to remind you that there are empty bowls in Northwest Arkansas. LifeSource International’s mission is to strengthen families and build communities.

Dine Out for Peace
2015-11-05
This fundraising event is an easy way to give back to Peace at Home Family Shelter and support local businesses at the same time. Local restaurants pledge at least 10% of their sales from November 5 to helping domestic violence survivors in the Northwest Arkansas community. All you have to do to participate is choose to eat at one of the participating restaurants.
For a list of participating restaurants visit peaceathomeshelter.com or the Peace at Home Family Shelter Facebook page.
