Community Calendar

The League of Women Voters of Washington County (LWVWC) continues its Drinks and Dialogue gatherings in July. This event will take place at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, at Crisis Brewing, 210 S. Nelson Hackett Blvd., in Fayetteville.

The guest speaker will be Bill Kopsky, executive director of the Arkansas Public Policy Panel, who will discuss the recent Arkansas legislative session. He also will discuss the panel’s voting guide, with details on how each lawmaker voted on key bills, as well as the panel’s work on ballot measures around education and protecting the ballot measure process.

The Arkansas Public Policy Panel is a 62-year-old 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding social justice in Arkansas through community organizing and coalition building to help Arkansas families and residents improve their communities. The panel is the organizer of the Arkansas Citizens First Congress (CFC), a coalition of 50 community organizations founded in 1998 as a 501(c)(4) sister organization to lead progressive policy change in Arkansas.

The two organizations’ agendas, elected by their members, include economic, education, environmental and civil rights issues, as well as promoting civic engagement. The panel and CFC have a 10-year power building agenda that includes expanding the use of ballot measures in Arkansas to advance social justice issues and increasing voter engagement to complement the organizing and coalition building that is the foundation of their strategy.

This event is open to the public, and admission is free.

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to encouraging informed and active participation in government. The group does not endorse any candidates or political parties.

To learn more about the League of Women Voters of Washington County, please visit LWVARWC.org. Contact: Michelle Wolchok, President; email: lwvarwc@gmail.com.

Embrace the journey of aging with confidence and vitality! Join Vicky Willis, a certified Yoga instructor, and OLLI’s Yoga Guru, in this transformative course designed specifically for those looking to enhance their well-being as they age. Through slow, precise movements rooted in Yoga, participants will systematically stretch and condition their muscles, providing essential support to aging joints. This course focuses on four key areas: strength, flexibility, agility, and balance; fundamental elements for healthy living that can help eliminate morning stiffness and improve overall mobility. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket, blocks, a yoga strap, and a yoga mat, and to wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement. Join us to foster a healthier, more active lifestyle as you embrace the changes that come with age! Activity Level: 1

Since the late 1990s, KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work. Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator, these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career. The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021), which brings together four of KAWS’ characters posed in the style of a family portrait. As witnessed throughout the show, the relationships between the figures can be complex, familiar, and astonishingly heartfelt entryways into human emotions.

The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press is one of JR’s most extensive immersive and experiential works to date. After taking portraits in one of three individual photo booths, visitors enter the interior of an oversized, whirring printing press – turning their image into a tangible work of art while offering a glimpse into the creative process of JR. After the experience, visitors leave with their own, one-of-a-kind print.

Member Perk: Momentary members receive two free prints per visit. Just reserve your timed ticket online or with the Box Office, and your discount will be applied at checkout!

Timed portrait tickets are $20 (Free for members), reserve your timeslot online or with the Box Office at (479) 657-2335.
Timed portrait tickets include one oversized photo portrait and admission for up to three people. Digital copies of your photo will be available after your visit.
If you do not plan on taking a portrait during your visit, no purchase is required to attend The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press.

FEATHERWEIGHT SEWING CLASS Unlock the charm of Featherweight sewing machines! This hands-on class is perfect for beginners and experienced sewists alike, offering tips and techniques to master these classic machines.

🧵 Date: TBD 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: 1200 W. Walnut St. Suite 1109, Rogers, AR 72756 💰 Cost: $15 per person

Whether you're looking to refine your skills or fall in love with Featherweights for the first time, this class is for you!

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This course focuses on recent events in Russia and the post-Soviet space, many of which stem from enduring ethnic tensions. The Russian Federation is home to 180 nationalities, many of which have long been in conflict. We will examine how the Russian state—under the Tsars, Soviets, and President Vladimir Putin—has sought to impose uniformity, often diminishing ethnic groups. Through a historical lens, we will explore the struggles of these groups, from peaceful movements like the Circassian movement to violent resistance like Chechnya. Contemporary Russian culture, including music, cinema, cuisine, and humor, will also be discussed to illuminate current events.

Invitational show featuring local artists. The theme is Gotahold Brewing's mascot, The Raven.

This course begins by unraveling the mysteries of the brain. We will explore how to navigate the complex and fragmented healthcare system and discuss strategies for advocating for personalized care. In addition to simplifying common neurological conditions—such as headaches, dizziness, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and memory loss—we will examine testing and imaging of the nervous system. The course will also focus on illness prevention through healthy lifestyles and provide an intimate discussion of end-of-life issues.

Some topics don’t fit neatly into OLLI science classes—too big, too small, too little, too much, too off-topic—and often end up on the proverbial cutting room floor. In this course, these intriguing bits and ends are gathered up and presented like a charcuterie board of tasty science snacks. This will be a six-week romp through just about anything one might imagine including a little bit of color theory, a morsel of genetic testing science, a dash of airplane physics, some lightning theory, a mouse that turns scorpion venom into a painkiller, current scientific thoughts on origins of life, and a lot of time to explore topics of interest to you. Bring your questions and we will explore some of the exciting nooks and crannies of science together

BYOP ~ Bring Your Own Poem
Hosted By ~ Derelicts Digest
Free
All Ages
Your Words
Your People
Your Place