Promoting a Strong Business Climate in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Promoting a Strong Business Climate in Fayetteville, Arkansas
You may use our Community Events page to promote your upcoming events. We invite you to send in your event information to us one month prior to the start date of your event and we will post it on this page. You must be a Fayetteville Chamber member to take part in this benefit.
The Joe Martin Stage Race is a nationally contested cycling race comprised of a four-day, four-event professional and a two-day, three-event amateur race. The race is ranked among the top-ten races on the National Racing Calendar (NRC), which is the pro and elite amateur cycling tour in the United States.
Race History:
The Joe Martin Stage Race began as the Fayetteville Spring Classic in 1978. Joe Martin, a Fayetteville advertising executive, served as the race director until 1988. The race was renamed in his honor following his death in 1989.
DATE AND LOCATION:
May 8-11, 2008
Fayetteville, AR
http://www.joemartinstagerace.com
GREASE!
Friday, May 9th 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 10th 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 11th 2:00 p.m.
Location: Continuing Education Auditorium (2 E. Center Street - Fayetteville)
For ticket information, please call 479.521.4932, or visit www.artslivetheatre.com
May 9th
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This is an extra-special treat! Paddle with naturalist Gene Sparling through the very place where he spotted the ivory-billed woodpecker in 2004. Birding pro David Luneau, who captured the ivory-bill on video, will be there to help identify the birds you see and hear. Limited to 11 participants. Bring your lunch, camera and binoculars; we'll provide drinks, canoes, life-vests and paddles.
$100/person
Please call 501.663.6699 for more information.
May 10th
Two performances: 2:30 & 7:30
Adults $10 in advance; $13 day of show
Location: Parsons Stadium in Springdale
*Sponsored by the NWA Shrine Club
For more information, please call Janet Edwards at 479.756.0464
May 10th
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tour by van the Ozark National Forest Big Piney Ranger District, where we and our partners are restoring the oak woodland ecosystem using fire and ecological thinning. We'll show you areas before and after a prescribed burn and discuss the role of fire in a healthy woodland ecology. With blooming wildflowers, the forest is beautiful in spring.
Bring a lunch; we'll provide drinks.
$10/person
Please call 501.663.6699 for more information.
May 15th
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The blacklands are famous for their vibrant wildflower displays. Join us for an easy walking tour through the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission's Rick Evans Grandview Prairie in Hempstead County near Columbus. Conservancy State Director and botanist Scott Simon will identify wildflowers and fill you in on this incredible ecosystem. Bring a lunch; we'll provide drinks. Minimum of 10 participants; maximum of 30.
$10/person
Please call 501.663.6699 for more information.
The Heritage Trail: One Route, Three Histories of Arkansas
May 15, 2008
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The route of the historic Heritage Trail runs through the Garden. This class will trace the route of the Butterfield Trail Stage Coach, the Trail of Tears, and Civil War troop routes through NWA. Participants will learn why all three trail routes followed practically the same path and place themselves into life in 1850's northwest Arkansas.
Program presenters are experts in their fields and include: Marilyn Heifner, Director, Fayetteville Town Center; Susan Young, Outreach Coordinator, Shiloh Museum; John McLarty, Vice President of Arkansas Chapter of Trail of Tears Association; and John Scott, Superintendent of Pea Ridge National Military Park.
The program is FREE to the public.
For more information, please contact Sarah King at 479.750.2620
Masons on Joyce presents "How to live United" to benefit the United Way of Northwest Arkansas!
Thursday, May 15, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tickets are $35 and are available at the United Way office in Lowell (117 Parkwood Street, Suite 3) or at Masons on Joyce. (1350 E. Joyce Blvd.)
This event will feature a fashion show displaying local "celebrity" models in Live United t-shirts and Masons' denim and accessories. The event will also feature a silent auction which will include one-of-a-kind items not sold in Masons' stores, Masons Top Picks, and other local vendors.
Also available for silent auction will be a piece of art by Robert Glick which normally retails for $2,000!
*Attendees to the event are encouraged to wear Live United t-shirts and denim. Special edition Live United t-shirts are available at all Masons' locations for purchase.
For more information, please call Brooke Benoit at 479.750.1221
Discover Dragonflies
May 17, 2008
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Participants will join dragonfly expert Bob Thomas for an introduction to the beautiful dragonflies and damselflies of the Garden. The first hour of this class will take place in the conference room, where Bob will share information about these flying jewels. The remainder of the morning will be spent in the garden, gently capturing, identifying, and releasing these fascinating insects.
Space is limited to 20 participants and the fee is $10 for BGO members and $15 for non-members.
Payment of course fee is required to reserve a space.
For more information, please contact Sarah King at 479.750.2620
May 17th
Tickets: $10 for Adults; $5 for children (ages 2-12) and $12 for Buckle Club Seating.
You may purchase your tickets by calling 479.927.4530 -or- toll free at 1-877-927-6336. Tickets are also available at the Parsons Stadium office on the grounds at Hwy 265 and Emma Ave. in Springdale.
Tickets will also be available at the gate beginning at 6:00 p.m. on May 17th.
Participants from the four states area participate in this annual event. They will be competing for cash prizes, trophies and bragging rights. Although the premise seems simple, the drivers must adhere to the rules of preparation of the cars and rules of engagement. The last three cars running in each of the four heats will compete in the final heat. The last one remaining in the championship heat will be declared the winner and will be awarded first place money of $3,000!
May 17th
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a 7.5-mile canoe trip on the upper Caddo River and take in the spring scenery. While the Caddo is typically ideal for intermediate-level paddlers, the degree of difficulty varies depending on water levels. Canoes, paddles, life vests and shuttle will be provided. We'll send confirmed participants a list of items to bring.
$35/canoe
(Registration and payment is through the outfitter, please contact us for instructions.)
For more information, please call 501.663.6699
Flower Arranging Series: A Four-Part Workshop, will take place Wednesdays, May 21 and 28, June 4 and 11, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Participants will bring home a fresh flower arrangement each week of this four-part class. Thea Daniel of Rose of Sharon Event Florist will lead this hands-on workshop which will introduce participants to several styles of flower arranging. No experience is necessary. The course fee of $200 for BGO members and $215 for non-members includes instruction, flowers, and supplies. The class is limited to 12 participants, and payment of course fee is required to reserve your place.
To register, or for more information on any of these classes, see www.bgozarks.org or call the Garden at 479.750.2620.
FREE to the public
7:00 p.m.
May 22: Ultra Suede
June 5: Chase Missy
June 19: Nace Brothers
July 3: Big Smith
July 24: Benjamin del Shreve w/ Tiffany Christopher
Aug 7: Oreo Blue
May 24, 2008
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Learn how big rivers have transformed the Delta, how man has attempted to "tame" them, how they're changing, and what the Conservancy is doing to conserve these rivers, the lifeblood of the Mississippi River Valley. Leaving from Clarendon, we will travel up and down the White and Cache rivers in large, flatbottom boats.
Life vests will be provided. Minimum of eight participants; maximum of 16.
Bring a lunch; we'll provide drinks. $20/person
For more information, please call 501.663.6699
Saturday, May 24, 2008
7:30 a.m.
Vandergriff Elementary School - Fayetteville, AR
This exciting event raises money to assist blind and visually impaired people in our local community and works to make people aware of ways to fight diabetes.
100% of funds raised during this event go directly to those in need in our local community.
There are several ways to sign up for the run or walk:
1. Go to www.FayettevilleLionsClub.org, click on 5K, print off and send it in
2. Send an email to roarnrun5k@aol.com
3. Pick one up at Fleet Feet, Fayetteville Athletic Club, or at other health clubs in Fayetteville.
4. Call 479.236.2566
May 26, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Cottage Circle @ Mt. Sequoyah
Admission is FREE!
Come join the Arkansas Winds in its second annual Patriotic Concert at Mounty Sequoyah Conference and Retreat Center. Please bring your own seating, chairs, or blankets. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Clapp Auditorium.
This event is sponsored by the Bank of Fayetteville and Mount Sequoyah Conference Center.
For more information, please call 479.443.4531 or email mail@mountsequoyah.org
Friday May 30th
1:00 p.m.
Location: Gerald and Vicki Harp Park on the Springdale main campus (2400 S. 48th Street)
The event, "Metamorphosis: Freedom Through Mental Health" is in honor of thousands of Northwest Arkansas citizens living with mental illness who have hope for a better future and will provide a symbolic closure to Mental Health Month.
Butterflies are available to purchase for release at the event through the Ozark Guidance Foundation for $10 each.
Proceeds from butterfly sales will benefit children's mental health services here in Northwest Arkansas.
To become a butterfly sponsor, or for more information, please contact Mike Fontana in the Ozark Guidance Development Office
479.695.1240
Saturday, May 31st
Fayetteville Town Center
For ticket information, please call 479.521.4932; or visit www.artslivetheatre.com
*Sponsored by Panera Bread*
This event benefits over 100,000 people who go hungry everyday in Northwest Arkansas. It is our goal at the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank to educate the community on hunger awareness and seek to end hunger in our communities.
May 31, 2008
8:00 a.m.
Northwest Arkansas Mall
Registration Fee: $20 for Adults; $10 for Children 12 yrs. & younger - OR - Hit Snooze For Hunger for $25 (fee includes tshirt and shipping)
To register or for more information, please contact Katie Lay at 479.872.8774 or visit www.NWAfoodbank.org
June 6th - 7th
7:30 p.m. both nights
Location: Parsons Stadium in Springdale
Tickets will go on sale beginning May 27th at the stadium office.
$18 for adults in advance
$8 for children (ages 2-11) in advance
Day of show: $2 more
Auto Master and Wendy's present the O'Reilly Monster Truck Racing Super Series as it storms into Parsons Stadium in Springdale for one wild heart-stopping weekend.
For more information, please contact Janet Edwards at 479.756.0464
Off-Off Broadway Musical Theatre Camp
Ages 5-7
Limit = 10 students
June 9-13th
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Arts Live Theatre
Cost: $100
Jules Taylor, Instructor
For more information, please call 479.521.4932, or visit www.artslivetheatre.com
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