May begins this Friday, which means Artosphere is BACK! The annual Artosphere Festival celebrates art, music and nature with exciting performances, activities and events that the whole family can enjoy. Each year, Artosphere spotlights artists and performers from around the world who are inspired by nature. This festival provides a creative framework for the community to discuss issues of sustainability and environmental awareness.
You’ll find free, family-friendly events in this line-up that cater to different age groups, including kids as young as 3-6

Date and time: Friday, May 1 | 5:30-7:30pm
Location: Lower Ramble, Fayetteville
About this event: Artosphere’s signature event for all ages featuring pop-up appearances by Common Roots, cellist Peco Singer, woodwind duo Sarah Reed & Michael Hannah, Trio Las Hermanitas Álvarez and Inspyral Circus. Other activities led by Wild Birds Unlimited and University of Arkansas’ Ento-Roadshow – a mobile classroom for bug enthusiasts.
Date and time: Friday, May 1 | 7:30-10:30pm
Location: Upper Ramble, Fayetteville
About this event: Keep the party going after Trail Mix at Artosphere’s newest event! Bring a blanket and your dancing shoes for live music from Arkansauce and two-stepping with Jumpsuit Jamey & the Can’t Wait to Play Boys. Enjoy fire performances by Inspyral Circus, plus food, drinks and craft vendors.

Performance dates and locations:
- May 12-13, 10am & 4pm | Fayetteville Public Library
- May 14-15, 10:30am & 1pm | Bentonville Public Library
- May 16-17, 10am & 2pm | Jones Center, Springdale
Register at artospherefestival.org
About this show: A wondrous tale of reassurance, joy and connection…with a little magic! wondrous tale of reassurance, joy and connection…with a little magic! This 30-minute show tells the story of how one friend can become many through a shy boy’s nonverbal performance. Ages 3+.

Date and time: Saturday, May 16 | 2-4 pm
Location: Art and Movement Room, Fayetteville Public Library
About this event: A tactile musical experience with local artist and teacher Honnah Heartsong. All ages.

Paper Bead Making Workshop FREE
Date and time: Sunday, May 10 | 2 pm
Location: Fayetteville Public Library
How to register: Registration opens April 19 at faylib.org.
About this event: Make colorful paper beads and turn them into bracelets! Adults only.
Upcycled Birdfeeder Drop-In Workshop FREE
Date and time: Wednesday, May 13 | 3:30pm
Location: Fayetteville Public Library
All ages welcome.
First Friday in Bentonville | May 1
Community Creative Center Pottery Festival | May 1-3
Square 2 Square Bicycle Ride | May 2

Strawberry Festival | May 16-17
Good Clean Dirt: The Work of Fox Pass Pottery FREE
Date and time: April 30-May 31
Alexander Gallery at Porter Art Warehouse
About this event: Presented by Community Creative Center’s Arkansas Pottery Festival, Hot Springs’ Larkin Family of Potters brings handmade and wheel thrown original works for viewing and purchasing to Fayetteville, with glaze patterns and colors that reflect our natural surroundings.
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