Community Calendar

The Bella Vista Civil War Round Table is pleased to announce the August 7th program will be Brass Band Music of the Civil War. It will be presented by the Northwest Arkansas Heritage Brass Ensemble. The program will be presented at 7 PM at the Mildred Cooper Memorial Chapel and is free of charge.

Music played a very important role during the period of the Civil War. It was a way of boosting morale for the troops. It was also a method by which messages, both political and personal, were passed to the armies of both sides. It was common for units to take great pride in their unit's band, leading to competitions between regiments over which band was the best. It was not uncommon, during lulls in combat when the armies were in close proximity to each other, to engage in competitive playing and even playing together.

The Ensemble modeled themselves after the instrumentation of the 37th Illinois Regimental Band during the Civil War. The collective ensemble was originally put together by Mr. Jim Spillars and Mr. Paul Johnston to work up and perform music for the late Park Ranger Troy Banzhaf at Pea Ridge National Military Park. Most of its current members are also part of the Arkansas Winds Community Band. They have performed at numerous historical sites and at historic reenactments throughout our area.

Mr. Spillars, one of the originators of the ensemble, is a past president of the Washington County Historical Society and an active member of the Bella Civil War Round Table. He is also a veteran Civil War reenactor, docent at the Headquarters House Museum in Fayetteville, and a part-time engineer and conductor for the Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway. He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas with an undergraduate degree in education and a master’s in music education. He is currently the Director of Bands for the Farmington Public Schools System

💥 Get ready for LASERVILLE ⚡️🌀 Fayetteville’s getting hit with a full-blown LASER RAVE 🔊🔊 August 8th at West & Watson. 9PM–2AM

Step into the bass-drenched madness of Laserville, a night of heavy dubstep, hypnotic visuals, and consistent local DJ heat! 🔥🔥

Get ready for an insane laser experience powered by the minds of Sylith Lasers & Red Phox Productions. This will be a visual experience you won’t want to miss! 🌌

🌀 OPEN DECKS: 9PM-9:45PM (Come early to throw down or show love)
🎨 Live painting by Riley Shoell
🛍️ Vending by the Brothers of Boro
🎶 Insane visuals & sound that will flabbergast you

🆓 FREE before 10PM
🎟️ $10 Presale: stayglassy.com
🚪 $15 at the door
👽 21+ ONLY
📍 West & Watson | Fayetteville, AR

selections include This Land is Your Land, Medley from Paint Your Wagon, Blades of Grass and Pure White Stone, Military March Medley, Ghost Riders in the Sky, God Bless America, Home on the Range and more.

The best way to find new music is to hear it live. That’s why we’re bringing some of the best new artists in Northwest Arkansas to you.

Come spend Friday afternoons in the Arvest Bank Courtyard and discover your new favorite jams in this free, outdoor music series. Featuring local artists from a variety of genres, every week will have you diving deeper with (and maybe ordering a round for) the rising stars all around us. Plus, with the RØDE Bar and the Momentary Food Truck just steps away, you’ll have access to some of the best brews and bites in town.

This month, we’re turning the stage over to NWA Jazz Society for a showcase of unforgettable jazz artists from across the region. See you there.

Free, no tickets required.

Venture back in time to the late 1800s and explore life on the Missouri prairie of George Washington Carver’s childhood. This event features historic skills demonstrations, hands-on activities, exhibitors, live music, and more. Kids can earn a special Prairie Day Junior Ranger badge. The event is free of charge.

The best way to find new music is to hear it live. That’s why we’re bringing some of the best new artists in Northwest Arkansas to you.

Come spend Friday afternoons in the Arvest Bank Courtyard and discover your new favorite jams in this free, outdoor music series. Featuring local artists from a variety of genres, every week will have you diving deeper with (and maybe ordering a round for) the rising stars all around us. Plus, with the RØDE Bar and the Momentary Food Truck just steps away, you’ll have access to some of the best brews and bites in town.

This month, we’re turning the stage over to NWA Jazz Society for a showcase of unforgettable jazz artists from across the region. See you there.

Free, no tickets required.

With over 300 booths, both indoor and outdoor, and exciting kid activities, there's something for everyone in your family. Join us during the Weekend of War Eagle for a celebration of local crafts, delicious food, and unforgettable family fun!