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2024-10-29 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)

Nelms Dyslexia Center
2024-10-29
Tuesday, October 29th
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Free
Navigating the transition from high school to college.
Open to older students, parents, and anyone interested in learning about the process of receiving accommodations on the ACT and in college classes.
Presenter: Jen Carter, Center Coordinator

Nelms Dyslexia Center
2024-10-22
Tuesday, October 22nd
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Free
Learn the difference between 504 Plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and what parents and guardians should understand to work cooperatively with their public schools.
Presenter: Felicia Pasley, Director of Special Services, Boston Mountain Educational Cooperative
REGISTER
Accommodations: ACT & College

2024-10-01 - 2024-10-02 | Nelms Dyslexia Center
Dyslexia 101
Tuesday, October 1st
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Free
Open to anyone interested in learning the basics about what dyslexia is, the important and necessary ​assessments, and the type of appropriate instruction and programs that ​work for students with dyslexia related learning differences.
Presenter: Pam Henley, Center Director
REGISTER
Power Grammar

Magical Lights Christmas
2023-11-30 17:00 - 2024-01-01 17:00 | Washington County Fairgrounds, 2463 N McConnell Ave, Fayetteville, AR, United States
See Characters Singing To Songs!
Experience the magic of the holidays with our drive-thru light show that comes to life with singing and dancing characters.
An Entire Experience From the Comfort of Your Vehicle!
As you drive through our 300 foot tunnel, you’ll be transported to a world of holiday wonder. Our Christmas light drive-thru tunnel is truly a one-of-a-kind experience, designed to bring joy and wonder to all who visit. So why wait?
Tickets must be purchased in advance on magiclightsnwa.com. Scan the code and enter save20 to save 20%!

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series - Dandelion Heart
2021-07-29 19:00 - 21:00
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, along with Collier & Associates Realty, are excited to announce the return of the free Gulley Park Summer Concert Series in 2021. This iconic summertime concert series will celebrate 25 years of music with some of the best local artists in the region and stands as a proud catalyst for the arts, providing an outdoor, musical atmosphere with a twist of local fun! Bring your family out and enjoy music from Dandelion Heart!

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series - Trout Fishing in America
2021-07-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Gulley Park Gazebo
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, along with Collier & Associates Realty, are excited to announce the return of the free Gulley Park Summer Concert Series in 2021. This iconic summertime concert series will celebrate 25 years of music with some of the best local artists in the region and stands as a proud catalyst for the arts, providing an outdoor, musical atmosphere with a twist of local fun! Bring your family out and enjoy music from Trout Fishing in America!

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series - Mixtapes
2021-07-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Gulley Park Gazebo
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, along with Collier & Associates Realty, are excited to announce the return of the free Gulley Park Summer Concert Series in 2021. This iconic summertime concert series will celebrate 25 years of music with some of the best local artists in the region and stands as a proud catalyst for the arts, providing an outdoor, musical atmosphere with a twist of local fun! Bring your family out and enjoy music from Mixtapes!

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series - Heath Sanders
2021-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Gulley Park Gazebo
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, along with Collier & Associates Realty, are excited to announce the return of the free Gulley Park Summer Concert Series in 2021. This iconic summertime concert series will celebrate 25 years of music with some of the best local artists in the region and stands as a proud catalyst for the arts, providing an outdoor, musical atmosphere with a twist of local fun! Bring your family out and enjoy music from Heath Sanders!

4th at the Field
2021-07-04 08:00 - 17:00
The Naturals are excited to announce that 4th at the Field presented by The Walmart Museum will return this summer. Arvest Ballpark will again be hosting this special event on Sunday, July 4th while the Naturals are on the road in Springfield that will feature an exhibition baseball game and a Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular. Individual tickets for 4th at the Field and all Naturals games are available online at www.nwanaturals.com.

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series - Arkansauce
2021-07-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Gulley Park Gazebo
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, along with Collier & Associates Realty, are excited to announce the return of the free Gulley Park Summer Concert Series in 2021. This iconic summertime concert series will celebrate 25 years of music with some of the best local artists in the region and stands as a proud catalyst for the arts, providing an outdoor, musical atmosphere with a twist of local fun! Bring your family out and enjoy music from Arkansauce!

Curious Kids Workshop - Everyone Needs Art
2021-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Benontville Public Library Front Veranda
Students entering grades 1-4 join Miss Kayla for fun and engaging Curious Kids Workshops on the library’s front veranda! Registration is required and limited!

Outdoor Movie: Raya and the Last Dragon
2021-06-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Hunt Family Gathering Glade
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an outdoor summer movie at the Fayetteville Public Library!

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series - Jukeboxx
2021-06-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Gulley Park Gazebo
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, along with Collier & Associates Realty, are excited to announce the return of the free Gulley Park Summer Concert Series in 2021. This iconic summertime concert series will celebrate 25 years of music with some of the best local artists in the region and stands as a proud catalyst for the arts, providing an outdoor, musical atmosphere with a twist of local fun! Help kick-off the series with Jukeboxx!

Rodeo of the Ozarks
2021-06-23 19:30 - 2021-06-26 22:00 | Rodeo of the Ozarks
The Rodeo runs from June 23rd – 26th @ 7:30 pm nightly! Don’t miss the annual parade on Saturday, June 26th @ 3pm!

Cupcake Decorating with Bliss Cupcakes
2021-06-23 11:00 - 13:30 | Teaching Kitchen at Fayetteville Public Library
Join Ms. Emily for a fun and delicious cupcake decorating class in the new Teaching Kitchen at Fayetteville Public Library! Wednesday, June 23 11:00 – 11:30 (K – 6th grade) / 1:00 – 1:30 (5th – 12th grade)

Goats on the Glade
2021-06-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Hunt Family Gathering Glade
Drop-in and join Greedy Goats of NWA to meet, pet and learn about goats!

Father's Day at the Museum
2021-06-20 | Arkansas Air and Military Museum, 4290 S. School Avenue, Fayettevllie, AR, 72703
All Dads get in free! Come check out the museum and do a fun Father’s Day craft!

Curious Kids Workshop - Botany Meets Photography
2021-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Benontville Public Library Front Veranda

Bubble Story Time
2021-06-18 09:30 - 22:00 | Hunt Family Gathering Glade
Enjoy an outdoor story time and fun with bubbles! Activity takes place at the Hunt Family Gathering Glade at the Fayetteville Public Library. Ages 5 and under.

Curious Kids Workshop - Nature Art
2021-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Benontville Public Library Front Veranda

J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center
2021-03-30 08:30 - 16:30 | J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center, 3400 North 40th Street, Springdale, AR, 72764
We look forward to your visit where you will be able to:
See live wildlife and fish
Interact with fun and high-tech exhibits
Participate in fun and educational activities
Practice your marksmanship skills
Relax and gather in our outdoor pavilions
Take a walk on the trail
Take some fun selfies and photos with friends
Reserve FREE tickets for entry.

Ice Skating at the Jones Center
2021-03-26 12:00 - 14:00 | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Avenue, Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
Come dressed warm to enjoy some Spring Break ice skating for just $3.

Super Hero Day
2021-03-25 12:00 - 17:00 | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Avenue, Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
Join us at the Jones Center Gymnasium dressed as your favorite superhero for more Spring Break fun for only $3.

Poolooza
2021-03-24 12:00 - 15:30 | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Avenue, Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
Join us at the Leisure Splash Pool for some Spring Break fun for only $3.

Family Movie Marathon
2021-03-22 14:00 - 2021-03-26 17:00 | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Avenue, Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
Bring the whole family for a FREE movie showing each day at 2 PM in the auditorium!

Runway Bike Park Party
2021-03-22 12:00 - 20:00 | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Avenue, Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
Join us for free at the Runway Bike Trail located in front of the Jones Center to enjoy our bike trail! Bike rentals will be available. All ages welcome. Helmets are required.

NWA SPRING BREAK
2021-03-22 - 2021-03-26
Enjoy your Spring Break!

Mold Making with Chase Young
2021-03-20 09:00 - 11:00 | The Amazeum, 1009 Museum Way, Bentonville, Arkansas, 72712
Discover an ancient process of mold-making and casting with Maker in Residence Chase Young who will introduce participants to Cuttlebone Casting. This process involves carving the soft calcium carbonate skeleton of a cuttlefish into a mold and pouring molten pewter into the cavity to cast the image resulting in a three dimensional sculpture. Young closes the circle by sharing knowledge of the terminology, principles, techniques of various methods of mold-making and casting including incorporating 3D printed objects impressed into the cuttlebone to make a mold. $10 for Amazeum members; $15 for non-members. Register and pay here.

"Broadways Next Hit Musical"
2021-03-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Walton Arts Center, 495 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR, 72701
The hilarious Broadway’s Next Hit Musical is the only unscripted theatrical awards show. Master improvisers gather made up, hit song suggestions from the audience and create a spontaneous evening of music, humor, and laughter. The audience votes for its favorite song and watches as the cast turns it into a full-blown improvised musical – complete with memorable characters, witty dialogue, and plot twists galore. Buy your tickets here.
