Northwest Arkansas Calendar of Events: April 2018

Ah April, the smell of flowers and (hopefully) the feel of sunshine.  You know we got you covered with tons of things to do, even during the occasional rain storm. We even noted a few adults-only things so parents can have fun too.*

Toddler Time

In this story time for 2- to 3-year-olds, they’ll cover a particular theme or topic with three short books and several movement activities to keep little ones engaged.

Date: Thursday, April 5

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Fayetteville Public Library

More info: Click here

First Friday Flix: Despicable 3

Join Bentonville Parks & Recreation at Lawrence Plaza for the first movie of the year! Showing Despicable Me 3, this free, outdoor movie will begin at approximately 8:30pm. Be sure to bring your lawn chair.

Date: Friday, April 6

Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Location: The Splash Park at Lawrence Plaza

More info: Click here

Kite Day 

Kite Day is a special event for the entire family. This event takes place at the local Siloam Springs airport on Hwy 59. FREE kite building supplies will be available or bring your own kites. Also, kids will enjoy inflatables. Everything is free and fun for all. No pre-registration needed.

Date: Saturday, April 7

Time: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Location: Siloam Springs Airport

More info: Click here

Super Saturday: Arts Live Theater Aladdin Showcase

Arts Live Theatre will perform a showcase of their upcoming production of Aladdin.

Date: Saturday, April 7

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Fayetteville Public Library

More info: Click here

Neighborhood & Creek Clean Up (Volunteer Opportunity)

A neighborhood clean up around the Yvonne Richardson Community Center (YRCC). They are located adjacent to a creek that feeds into the Beaver Watershed (our drinking source) so it is extra important that to keep the creek and neighborhood clean. If you want to help clean in the creek please wear closed-toe shoes, socks, and long pants for protection. EXTRA PERK: There will be pizza for volunteers after the clean up.

Date: Saturday, April 7

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Yvonne Richardson Center

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Technology Petting Zoo

Come celebrate National Library Week and check out what great technology the library has to offer. The Tech Petting Zoo will have various hands-on technology play stations with 3-D pens, ozbots, and more. This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with different STEAM devices that are available at the library and tap into the educational and fun benefits associated with STEAM play, like creative processing, critical thinking, and meaningful collaboration.

Date: Wednesday, April 11

Time: Drop in anytime between 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Location: Springdale Public Library

More info: Click here

Little Sprouts Earth Day Extravaganza

Join in during our Little Sprouts off-season with Earth Day Extravaganza.

Date: Wednesday, April 11

Time: 9:30 a.m. –  10:45 a.m.

Location: Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks

More info: Click here

Parent’s Night Out: April

Let The Artist’s Laboratory Theatre treat you and yours to a night out by giving your children an evening of fun theatre games, pizza, popcorn, and a movie! This pay-what-you-can event is valued at $25 per child. Registration is limited to 12 participants, and children must be aged 6-12.

Date: Friday, April 13

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Location: The Artist’s Labratory Theater

More info: Click here

Hogeye Marathon and Relays 

The 42nd Annual Hogeye Marathon & 21st Annual Half Marathon is a non-profit event benefiting area charities. The scenic course will not disappoint, taking in parts of Fayetteville and Johnson, starting and finishing in Downtown Springdale. New attractions are abound within the course- a car show, a “speed trap”, water tunnels, bands, drum lines. Kids’ Marathon too.

Date: Saturday, April 14

Time: 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location: 110 W Emma, Springdale

More info: Click here (to register) Click here (for Kids’ Marathon info)

Library Astronomy Program

The Springdale High School Astronomy program and the Astronomy for Educators program at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, are partnering to present multiple opportunities for the public to enjoy participating in space science and astronomy.

Date: Saturday, April 14

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Springdale Public Library

More info: Click here

Super Saturday: Dorothy in Oz

Arkansas Arts Center’s Children’s Theatre on Tour will present their production of Dorothy in Oz.

Date: Saturday, April 14

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Fayetteville Public Library

More info: Click here

Space Science with Caitlin Ahrens: Constellations

Caitlin Ahrens will discuss constellations, exploring the cultural stories and navigational purposes behind the images in the stars. She will also discuss “lost constellations.”

Date: Tuesday, April 17

Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Location: Fayetteville Public Library

More info: Click here

Amazeum UnGala FUNdraiser*

It’s the 2nd Annual Scott Family Amazeum UnGala FUNdraiser. The UnGala is the Amazeum’s one FUNdraiser of the year and supports access to the Amazeum experiences for families across Northwest Arkansas through Amazeum 4 All passes, diversity and inclusion initiatives like Priceless Nights, and innovative STEAM programming for the entire family. 

Date: Saturday, April 21

Time: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Location: Amazeum

More info: Click here

Farm Friends 2018

Come visit with local farmers and agricultural experts as well as see several animal and ag related exhibits. Have a free bean and cornbread supper, bring the kids for a fun evening

Date: Thursday, April 26

Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Location: Pauline Whitaker Animal Science Arena

More info: Click here

4th Annual Red Shoe Soiree*

This modern cocktail-casual fundraising event supports the work of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkoma in Northwest Arkansas, including the Ronald McDonald House at Washington Regional, the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Mercy NWA, and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile. Highlights of the night will include hors d’oeuvres served with a specialty cocktail, an exclusive silent auction, exciting raffles, and an afterparty with entertainment by DJ Brock. 

Date: Friday, April 27

Time: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Location: Record, Bentonville

More info: Click here

Super Saturday: Save the Frogs

A story time about our amphibian friends and a craft project.

Date: Saturday, April 28

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Fayetteville Public Library

More info: Click here

EARTH Theatre Festival at Botanical Garden of the Ozarks 

Classic children’s tales come to life in the garden! Bring the kids and come enjoy this fun family festival at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks. 
The eARTh Theatre Festival will feature four family-friendly plays, performed by Arts Live Theatre actors and actresses throughout the garden. Each twenty-minute show will run four times, with a fifteen-minute break in between. Guests will be able to visit each stage to see all four plays and participate in Earth Day crafts throughout the evening. Food trucks will have snacks and drinks available for purchase. 

Date: Saturday, April 28

Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Location: Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks

More info: Click here (to get tickets)

Dogwood Walk 2018

Mark your calendars, you and your dogs will not want to miss the fun. Bring your dogs out for a fun morning to raise funds and awareness for the humane treatment of animals. Registration begins at 9 a.m., dog contests at 10 a.m. and the family fun walk around the park begins at 11 a.m. In addition, attendees and their dogs will enjoy information booths, dog demonstrations, a fun photo booth, dunk tank, face painting and much more. Registration required. 

Date: Saturday, April 28

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Gulley Park in Fayetteville

More info: Click here

Girls’ Day Out Mt. Kessler Hike

Calling all ladies. Join outfitters Morgan and Kristin as they set out to explore the great outdoors at Mount Kessler Regional Park in Fayetteville! No previous experience is needed, as all levels are welcome to attend. Please plan to meet on time at the Springdale store by 8:45 AM with your gear ready before heading to Mount Kessler at 9 AM. The hike will be approximately 4-5 miles, so you’ll need to bring water and any snacks or food for lunch you wish to eat.

Date: Saturday, April 28

Time: 9 a.m.

Location: Mount Kessler Regional Park in Fayetteville

More info: Click here

Daddy Daughter Dance

Thankful for all of the daddies out there, ladies ages 3-17 years old welcome. This is a semi-formal event.  Spots are limited.

Date: Saturday , April 28

Time: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Mount Sequoyah Center

More info: Click here (to register)

Alpha Gal Encouragers Awareness Event

This community event will focus on the tick-borne syndrome Galactose-alpha-1, 3-galactose or “Alpha Gal Syndrome”. You’ll learn about what Alpha Gal is, how it’s transmitted, how individuals cope with the diagnosis and preventive measures that can help people avoid contracting it. Alpha Gal Syndrome is a tick-borne allergy that can cause delayed, and sometimes severe, allergic reactions to food products and medications containing mammal. People who have been bitten by a Lone-Star tick and have subsequently contracted AGS become allergic to common foods and products. This event will be open to the public, with informational booths to help educate visitors. Donations will be accepted and raffles are also planned to help raise funds for the Alpha Gal Encouragers – NW Arkansas support group.

Date: Saturday, April 28

Time: 9 a.m.

Location: Fayetteville Plaza (just off the Square)

More info: Click here

***LOOKING FORWARD***

Walk for Wishes NWA

Join Make-A-Wish supporters in the community for this year’s Walk For Wishes. Raise money to grant wishes for children with critical illnesses and celebrate your efforts at the walk. These life-changing wishes are only possible because of supporters like you. 

Date: Saturday, May 5

Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Location: Arvest Ballpark

More info: Click here