Community Calendar

Arkansas Public Theatre presents Come From Away, the inspiring Broadway musical based on the true story of 7,000 airline passengers who were stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, in the days following September 11, 2001.

As the world faced fear and uncertainty, one community opened its doors with extraordinary kindness, humor, and heart. With soaring music, unforgettable characters, and a powerful message of compassion, Come From Away is a moving celebration of humanity at its best.

Tickets are on sale now for only six performances: June 19–21 and June 26–28. Don’t miss this uplifting Arkansas Public Theatre production about kindness, community, and the power of people coming together.

Using principles learned from the Fundamentals, Figure/Head, and Painting classes, we’ll apply our knowledge and skills to Great Master artworks. We’ll learn watercolor basics (wet on wet,wet on dry, color mixing). Each week we’ll look at various artists such as Rubens, Rembrandt, Winslow Homer and more. From each, we’ll cover the human figure, landscapes, and abstracts.

All levels welcome!

Course Outline

Week 1: Overview/Review, Wet on Wet, Wet on Dry/Damp, Water Control, Brushes

Week 2: Simple Volumes, Visualizing simple masses, Value

Week 3: Monochrome, Using Black and Earth-tones

Week 4: Warm and Cools

Week 5: Color, Working with Primaries, Color Mixing

Week 6: Long-Form Master Study, Applying our skills to a single study

Terrific Tuesday Nights is a family-friendly, educational, summer series hosted at the Garden on select Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. Each session is from 5-7:30pm.

Protect your pet! Bring your pet to our vaccine and microchip clinic by appointment only. Please bring all dogs on leashes and all cats in carriers. All vaccines and microchips are free.

Schedule your appointment here: bfas.org/appointmentnwa

Services offered:
Distemper/DHHP for dogs
HCP for cats
Rabies vaccine
Microchip

Hosted by Derelicts Digest, enjoy this free, all ages, event to share your work, meet your people and have a chance to perform your work.

Open to the public, If you're not ready to share or just want to enjoy, grab a Bev from our Happy Hour and enjoy the vibes and intimacy of Club 509 located in the Kava Bar.

TLDR; (a haiku)

bring a poem, please
read it, dear, with bravery
for us, you and me

Join Best Friends Animal Society for Kitty Bingo, a meow-velous twist on a classic game! This is cat-themed bingo featuring cute kitty designs and fun prizes. Whether you’re a cat lover, bingo enthusiast, or just looking for a sweet way to spend your evening, this event is sure to be a paws-itively good time.

Spots are limited, so register today! 🌸🎉

🎟️ Tickets: This event is FREE, but space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot in advance. Please register every member of your party that plans to come. Registered guests must check in within 10 minutes of start time, or their spot may not be guaranteed. If you need to cancel your registration, please email eventsnwa@bestfriends.org.

Test your knowledge each week and compete for the top prize! Themes and prizes vary each week, with the occasional guest host!

Visit the Best Friends Pet Resource Center on Saturdays from 11 am to 3 pm for Meet & Match Saturdays! Each weekend, Best Friends invites shelters and rescues from around NW Arkansas to bring some of the pets in their care to the center to meet potential adopters. It's a great opportunity for visitors to meet pets from other shelters in one fun location! Come visit us and possibly bring home your new best friend!

Participating shelters and rescues change from week to week. Each organization has its own adoption process and fees.

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¡Fin de Semana para Conocer y Adoptar!

Visítanos en El Centro de Recursos de Mascotas de Best Friends todos los sábados de 11 a.m. a 3 p.m. para nuestros Fines de Semana para Conocer y Adoptar.

Cada fin de semana, albergues y grupos de rescate de todo el noroeste de Arkansas traen a algunos de sus mascotas en busca de hogar para que los conozcas en un solo lugar. ¡Es una oportunidad increíble para conocer perritos y gatitos de distintos albergues y encontrar a tu compañero ideal!

¡Ven a visitarnos y tal vez te lleves a casa a tu nuevo mejor amigo!

Los albergues y grupos de rescate participantes varían cada semana. Cada organización tiene su propio proceso de adopción y tarifas.

Ready to meet someone unexpected and unforgettable? Blind Date Live! flips blind dating on its head with a live, interactive twist that adds performance, surprise, and real-time connection to the classic dating format.

In this fast-paced social experience, singles will take the stage, blindfolded, as they connect for a blind date on stage – all guided by the charismatic Host Queenie Be. Instead of swiping or small talk in corners, you’ll be part of a lively crowd cheering on authentic moments, genuine conversations, and maybe even sparks. The question is: will they THUMBS UP or THUMBS DOWN on another date?

Think you can charm with just a smile and your words? Come find out.

Free, no tickets required.

Open to all 21+, all sexualities, and all gender identities.

HOW IT WORKS
Sign up to participate by filling out the form HERE by JUNE 14th. [FORM LINK COMING SOON]
Selected participants will be notified before the event.
At the event, participants rotate through blindfolded speed dates.
Each round features playful prompts designed to spark real connection.
The live audience adds energy, support, and a bit of delightful chaos.
At the end, matches can opt into follow-ups based on mutual interest.
Whether you’re ready to mingle, curious about live connection formats, or just in it for the fun vibes, Blind Date Live! is your chance to meet new people in a refreshing, joyful, and community-centered setting.

Gather your friends, bring your best self, and let the chemistry unfold—on stage.

Using principles learned from the Fundamentals, Figure/Head, and Painting classes, we’ll apply our knowledge and skills to Great Master artworks. We’ll learn watercolor basics (wet on wet,wet on dry, color mixing). Each week we’ll look at various artists such as Rubens, Rembrandt, Winslow Homer and more. From each, we’ll cover the human figure, landscapes, and abstracts.

All levels welcome!

Course Outline

Week 1: Overview/Review, Wet on Wet, Wet on Dry/Damp, Water Control, Brushes

Week 2: Simple Volumes, Visualizing simple masses, Value

Week 3: Monochrome, Using Black and Earth-tones

Week 4: Warm and Cools

Week 5: Color, Working with Primaries, Color Mixing

Week 6: Long-Form Master Study, Applying our skills to a single study