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***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON JUNE 18*** - Women's Empowerment Summit
2020-06-18
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON JUNE 18*** – Please join NEW Northwest Arkansas for the annual Women’s Empowerment Summit, which will now be virtual. Speakers inspire the virtual audience via stories, learnings and best practices to improve their future self. Featured speakers include Kathryn McLay of Sam’s Club, author Cara Brookins and Mariah Stackhouse of the LPGA. Shared stories enable attendees to walk away with the following lessons:
-Don’t let circumstances define you. ​
-Make a change to move yourself forward. ​
-Identify soft and hard skills to improve yourself. ​
This is a one-of-a-kind, half-day networking and learning event focusing on relevant, topical and important causes for leaders in business. Attendees will be inspired and challenged to think differently with this year’s theme of, “How I Built This: Leveraging Your Unique Journey to Success.” Registration fee is $20 per member and $30 per non-member. Register for the event here.

***RESCHEDULED TO FEB. 26-MARCH 7, 2021*** - The Clean House
2020-06-18 - 2020-06-20 | Arkansas Public Theatre, 116 S. Second St., Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO FEB. 26-MARCH 7, 2021*** – The play takes place in what the author describes as “metaphysical Connecticut,” mostly in the home of a married couple who are both doctors. They have hired a housekeeper named Matilde, an aspiring comedian from Brazil who’s more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in house-cleaning. Lane, the lady of the house, has an eccentric sister named Virginia who’s just nuts about house-cleaning. She and Matilde become fast friends, and Virginia takes over the cleaning while Matilde works on her jokes. Trouble comes when Lane’s husband Charles reveals that he has found his soul mate, or “bashert” in a cancer patient named Anna, on whom he has operated. The actors who play Charles and Anna also play Matilde’s parents in a series of dream-like memories, as we learn the story about how they literally killed each other with laughter, giving new meaning to the phrase, “I almost died laughing.” For more details, visit www.arkansaspublictheatre.org.

***POSTPONED TO FALL 2020*** - BITE NW Arkansas
2020-06-19 - 2020-06-20 | Downtown Rogers, Rogers, AR, United States
***POSTPONED TO FALL 2020*** – BITE NW Arkansas, the region’s largest food festival, returns Friday, June 19 & Saturday, June 20 as part of the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G. Sold out each year since its inception in 2015, the event will once again feature the best restaurants, chefs and brands NW Arkansas has to offer. The event is expected to take place on N. 1st Street, between E. Cedar Street and E. Walnut Street. The June event will feature two unique evenings highlighting the vibrant, local culinary scene. Night One invites attendees to discover and sample offerings from the region’s top restaurants and brands. Night Two celebrates the local spirit of the NW Arkansas community, featuring craft burgers, artisan snacks and libations curated by local chefs and brew masters. A third night of #BITENWA is planned to be held in the fall as an extension of the June event. For more details, visit www.bitenwa.com.

***CANCELED*** - Summer Salsa
2020-06-20 | Fayetteville Town Center, 15 West Mountain, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
***CANCELED*** – This summer party at the Fayetteville Town Center features Mexican food, festive beverages, live music and dancing, a salsa tasting competition and a unique silent auction. For more details, visit www.childrenshousenwa.org.

The Longest Day
2020-06-20
On the summer solstice – the day with the most light – the Alzheimer’s Association calls on everyone to fight Alzheimer’s disease by raising funds and awareness for care, support and research. Participants across the world come together to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. For details, visit www.alz.org/tld.

***CANCELED*** - Tee Off for Taylor
2020-06-20 | Shadow Valley Country Club, 7001 W. Shadow Valley Rd., Rogers, AR, United States
***CANCELED*** – Tee Off for Taylor includes a golf tournament and reception at Shadow Valley Country Club with live and silent auctions. For more information, please visit www.taylormckeen.com.

Cooper Communities NWA Classic
2020-06-22 - 2020-06-27 | Bella Vista Country Club, Bella Vista, Arkansas
This professional golf tournament at Bella Vista Country Club benefits several local charities and includes a Pro-Am party and tournament, silent auction and more. For details, visit www.thebellavistafoundation.com.

***RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 25 AND CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** - Go Red for Women
2020-06-25 | John Q. Hammons Center, 3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 25 AND CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** – Wear red at this luncheon that aims to bring awareness of heart disease in women. For details, visit nwagored.heart.org.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON JUNE 26*** - Man and Woman of the Year Grand Finale
2020-06-26
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON JUNE 26*** – Candidates for Man and Woman of the Year engage in a 10-week fundraising competition in honor of local blood cancer survivors. Top local fundraisers will be announced at the Grand Finale. For more details, visit www.mwoy.org/gateway.

***CHANGED TO ONLINE GIVING CAMPAIGN WITH ONLINE AUCTION*** - Red, White & Baby Blue
2020-06-26
***CHANGED TO ONLINE GIVING CAMPAIGN WITH ONLINE AUCTION*** – Red, White & Baby Blue event proceeds help provide funding to improve the quality of life and care for neonatal and pediatric patients and their families in critical care situations. For details, visit www.jacksongraves.org.

Evening Soirée
2020-06-27
This soirée features a cocktail hour and dinner. Learn more at www.ronniebrewerjr.com.

***CANCELED*** - Summer Garden Party
2020-06-27
***CANCELED*** – The Hospice Summer Garden Party is one of Washington Regional Medical Foundation’s primary fundraising events, an outdoor party with live music, auction and lots of fun. Event proceeds support Washington Regional Hospice to provide care for patients and families experiencing life-limiting illness – regardless of age, terminal condition, or ability to pay. For more details, visit www.wregional.com.

Horses for Healing Virtual Charity Derby
2020-07-01
Support Horses for Healing’s Therapeutic Riding Program in the inaugural Virtual Charity Derby July 1-15. The horses need your help to continue their work of helping special needs children experience the joy and healing aspects of working with horses. The horse with the most funds raised will be declared the winner! Supporters of the winning horse will receive an invitation to the Winner’s Circle Event including photos with their horse and a farm tour. Invite friends and family to help cheer on your horse. For more details, visit https://horsesforhealingnwa.z2systems.com/np/clients/horsesforhealingnwa/campaign.jsp?campaign=16&.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** - Run for Veterans
2020-07-04
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** – This year’s Run for Veterans race is virtual, and there will still be both timed and un-timed options. The 4-mile race is a chip-timed race, and the 1-mile fun walk is un-timed, and open to those who wish to participate, but do not want to run. The race will be on a course of your chosing! Whether you run on your local trail system, on your neighborhood sidewalk or take a scenic route, you can participate in the 2020 Run for Veterans! People can participate between July 4 and July 12. All proceeds benefit Veteran clients of 7hills. For more information and to register, visit 7hillscenter.org/runforvets/.

Quiz for Kids' Sake
2020-07-07 - 2020-07-08, 2020-07-14 - 2020-07-16
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas for the inaugural Quiz for Kids’ Sake. This event combines trivia, team building, and networking opportunities – all while making a direct impact on the lives of children in NWA. This year, the nonprofit is choosing to gather virtually and the Quiz for Kids’ Sake will take the place of one of the organization’s most successful fundraisers: Bowl for Kids’ Sake. Each event will take place from 3-5 p.m. on July 7-8, 14-16, and 21-23. All events will take place through Zoom and your team of six people will be able to participate together. For more information, visit bbbsnwa.org.

***CANCELED*** - Drive and Dine for Dementia
2020-07-10
***CANCELED*** – Play golf at Paradise Valley Athletic Club, followed by a celebratory dinner at the Fayetteville Town Center. For more information, visit www.broylesfoundation.org.

***CANCELED*** - Opening Night Gala
2020-07-10 | Arts Center of the Ozarks, 214 S. Main St., Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
***CANCELED*** – Enjoy the opening night gala for the summer musical at the Arts Center of the Ozarks. For more information, visit www.acozarks.org.

***RESCHEDULED TO JULY 10-12*** - Vintage Market Days of NW Arkansas
2020-07-10 - 2020-07-12 | Benton County Fairgrounds, 7640 SW Regional Airport Blvd., Bentonville, AR, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO JULY 10-12*** – Vintage Market Days of NW Arkansas spring shopping event features more than 120 premiere vendors from over 15 states showcasing their unique vintage and antique finds, handmade goods, and the latest fashion trends from the cutest trendy boutiques. Eat at one of the delicious food trucks or try a snack from one of the specialty makers! The market is 90% indoors, so weather is not a factor. Come shop at two large barns at the Benton County Fairgrounds. For more information, visit www.vintagemarketdays.com/market/nw-arkansas/.

Hispanic Women’s Organization of Arkansas Virtual Festival
2020-07-11 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver)
Hispanic Women’s Organization of Arkansas invites you to tune in to all HWOA social media platforms on July 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to help in celebrating its first ever Virtual Festival! HWOA will be live streaming throughout the day premiering exclusive videos where you can view special performances by local talent, learn about businesses/organizations in our community, and hear from our 2020 HWOA Scholarship recipients. For more information, visit www.hwoa.org.

Magical Evenings in the Garden
2020-07-12 - 2020-07-18 | Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, 4703 N. Crossover Rd., Fayetteville, AR, 72764, United States
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is excited to announce a new re-imagined event this summer — Magical Evenings in the Garden! Bring the family and explore the garden in the cool of the evening! As a primarily outdoor venue with ample fresh air to breathe, the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is a great place to enjoy this summer. Fairy wings or costumes are encouraged and picnics are welcome. There will be a magical surprise, fairy house building area, or take-and-make activity for kids most nights.
In order to allow proper social distancing, guest capacity will be limited. Face coverings will be required and guests must maintain a minimum of six feet from others.
Advanced online ticket purchases strongly encouraged. Space is limited.
Admission prices apply: $7 for adults / $4 for kids (5-12) / Free for children 4 and under
Garden members are FREE, BUT must still reserve a date and time online in advance.
Donations to help support the garden are welcome and can be made during the ticket purchasing process. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.bgozarks.org/magical-evenings-in-the-garden/.

***RESCHEDULED TO JULY 16 AND CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** - Purple Party
2020-07-16
***RESCHEDULED TO JULY 16 AND CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT*** – Paint the town purple with the virtual Purple Party. For more details, visit www.nwaws.org.

Buckin' at the Ranch
2020-07-17 - 2020-07-18 | Ogden Ranch, Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Buckin’ at the Ranch, Professional Bull Riders Touring Pro featuring some of the world’s best bull riders, will be held July 17 and 18 at Ogden Ranch in Prairie Grove. For tickets and information, visit https://www.facebook.com/buckinattheranch/.

***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON JULY 17*** - Dream Big Charity Gala
2020-07-17 18:30
***CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENT ON JULY 17*** – The Dream Big Charity Gala has changed to a virtual event on July 17. The live feed will begin with pre-program reel at 6:30 p.m. with the main event at 7 p.m. on Facebook from the Children’s Safety Center’s page. At this FREE family-friendly live event, you can expect LIVE music from Boom! Kinetic, an online silent auction featuring a variety of tempting items, exciting circus acts, a short program about the Children’s Safety Center and why continuing to have this event is so important … and if the donations are high enough, you will see some familiar faces get a pie in the face. Stay tuned as we reveal who those lucky (and generous) people are!
Online auction bidding will open on July 13 and close at 10 p.m. July 17. Link to the online auction bidding website and instructions on how to register: cscdreambig2020.ggo.bid. You can register and view items at any time between now and the event. More items will be added every week, so keep checking back to see what’s new! For more details, visit www.childrenssafetycenter.org.

***CANCELED*** - Firefly Fling
2020-07-18 | Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, 4703 N. Crossover Rd., Fayetteville, AR, 72764, United States
***CANCELED*** – Dress up as your favorite fairy or woodland creature for the Firefly Fling, which features fairy house building, face painting, live music and giant bubbles. For details, visit www.bgozarks.org.

***RESCHEDULED TO OCT. 9*** - United Way of Northwest Arkansas Benefit Golf Tournament
2020-07-20 | Springdale Country Club, 608 W. Lakeview Dr., Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO OCT. 9*** – United Way of Northwest Arkansas Benefit Golf Tournament will be at Springdale Country Club. For more details, visit unitedwaynwa.org/golf/.

Quiz for Kids’ Sake
2020-07-21 - 2020-07-23

***CANCELED*** - Catfish, Corndogs & Cornhole
2020-07-24 | North Lawn of Mercy Hospital
***CANCELED*** – Enjoy all-you-can-eat catfish, corndogs and more at this unforgettable cornhole competition on the north lawn of Mercy Hospital in Rogers. For details, visit www.mercyhealthfoundation.net/nwa.

***RESCHEDULED TO JAN. 14-24, 2021*** - Meteor Shower
2020-07-24 - 2020-07-26 | Arkansas Public Theatre, 116 S. Second St., Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
***RESCHEDULED TO JAN. 14-24, 2021*** – This hilarious comedy finds Corky and Norm excited to host Gerald and Laura at their home in the valley outside Los Angeles to watch a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But as the stars come out and the conversation gets rolling, it becomes clear that Gerald and Laura might not be all that they appear to be. Over the course of a crazy, starlit dinner party, the wildly unexpected occurs. The couples begin to flirt and insanity reigns. Tickets and more details are available at www.arkansaspublictheatre.org.

***CANCELED*** - Pippin
2020-07-24 - 2020-07-26 | Arkansas Public Theatre, 116 S. Second St., Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
***CANCELED*** – With an unforgettable score, “Pippin” is a story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four Tony Awards, this updated circus-inspired version of “Pippin” continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day. For more details, visit www.arkansaspublictheatre.org.
