Marching Into Spring: Black Joy in Full Bloom
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FAYETTEVILLE
Black Alumni Society Reunion is just around the corner, and we want YOU to be part of the celebration! Registration closes this Friday, March 21st learn more
Sugar Apple Treats Pop Up at Pearl’s Books March 22nd 10am-2pm learn more
Art Studio Sale March 22nd-23rd Mount Sequoyah Center learn more
March Black Girl Book Club March 23rd learn more
Boots on the ground Line Dance Class at Levelz March 21, 2025 7:00pm learn more
Calling all Sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®—it's time to sip, socialize, and slay at The Pretty Hour! learn more
Friday, March 28 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Tusker’s Tavern | Fayetteville
Jerry Rice 2025 Distinguished Lecture Series 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, at Bud Walton Arena learn more
ROGERS, SPRINGDALE & LOWELL
Funk Factory LIVE at the Music Depot! Every Friday! tickets
Remembering the Giants 3/22/2025 · 7:00 PM · Sat at The Music Depot learn more
Michael Fields Jr & Tom Braxton 3/29/2025 · 6:00 PM · Sat at The Music Depot
BENTONVILLE CENTERTON& GENTRY
Bike Rack Brewroom Sessions March 22nd 6pm-9pm learn more
Queendom March 22nd Bentonville learn more
The Ultimate Prince Tribute at the Meteor March 22nd 7pm-8:30pm learn more
COLLIDE: A monthly Nightclub PopUp March 27th 8pm-12am learn more
The Main Squeeze PANORAMA: TOUR OF A LIFETIME Momentary | RØDE House
MAR 28, 8 PM tickets
Love Your Crown: Hair Care & Confidence Workshop on Saturday, March 30th, from 2 PM to 4 PM learn more
Pearls and Politics-The Women Who Lead March 30th 2pm Crystal Bridges
BLACK ART ON DISPLAY
Dress Up, Speak Up: Regalia and Resistance learn more
21C BENTONVILLE February 2025 - January 2026
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
Bedecked and bejeweled, the figures populating Dress Up, Speak Up occupy fluid space and time, evoking past and present, fact and fiction, memory and desire, to illuminate the complexity of contemporary identity. Whether clad in the stylized garb of Enlightenment-era Europe, the traditional coverings of ancient religious tradition, or the gender-bending bling of popular culture, these representations of self and other role-play in real time, reach back through history to address prevailing personal, social, and political challenges. Inspired by allegory, autobiography, art history, and fantasy, this pantheon of provocative and prophetic personages are adorned to confront, transform, and redefine cultural visibility.
Yvonne Osei, Extensions, 2018, One-channel video, color, sound, running time 1:00 minute
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
African Gala Night April 5th learn more
A Hip-Hop Yoga Vibe! learn more
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 | Time: 2:00 - 3:45PM | Location: Yoga Story Downtown Bentonville (space is limited - book on the Mind/Body App) | Price: $35
GloRilla Momentary Green JUN 13, 8 PM tickets
JUST ANNOUNCED: Eight-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, musician, producer, activist and humanitarian @ziggymarley is coming to #theMomentary with Grammy winner Burning Spear. Join us on Friday, October 3rd for a night of reggae and good vibes. Member presale starts Thursday, February 27, at 10 a.m. CT. Public tickets go on sale on Friday, February 28, at 10 a.m. CT. learn more
Classes| Recurring Events | and more!
Walk, Jog, Run Every Sunday at 2:00pm learn more
Join us every Sunday evening for SIX TWELVE DANCE NIGHT. Tonight take part in a WEST COAST SWING dance lesson from 6:15-7pm hosted by KEKE & PHUON
Club DJ-Every Monday
Fitness step class: “Xtreme Hip Hop” in Bentonville, Arkansas learn more
FREEEE CLASS FRIDAY is here! learn more
Flow for free at 5:30 am, 12 pm, and 4:30 pm Friday, October 25th at both locations! Simply show up and flow. Watch our story or check MINDBODY for space availability.
Straightright Fitness It's FREE every Saturday morning! Register
Business Resource Corner
The Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (OEI) offers free learning and development opportunities (formerly known as workshops) focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation for University of Arkansas students, faculty, staff, and members of the NWA community. learn more
Startup Junkie is excited to launch a brand-new monthly networking series in 2025, highlighting Fayetteville’s vibrant business community! Each month, we’ll spotlight one of the city’s best breweries, bars, eateries, or local businesses, offering a fresh atmosphere and the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals.
Community Announcements
Photo Contest deadline is April 2nd
Photos can be taken on a phone, and participants just need to submit an artist statement explaining the emotion behind their photograph.
Giving away three mirrorless camera kits, plus other prizes, with a total prize value of over $2,500! Don’t miss this opportunity.
Learn more and submit here: www.kidzncameras.org/photocompetition
🌟 Meet Dr. Jordan Harris! 🌟
A proud NWA transplant, Dr. Jordan is a men’s therapist and couples counselor who’s all about building strong families and even stronger teams. With three young boys, a wife, and his mom all under one roof, life at home is full — but filled with love.
Dr. Jordan knows counseling can feel intimidating, especially for men, but he encourages everyone to “test drive” a session — no judgment, no pressure. His goal? To help couples create the kind of bond where everyone has each other's back.
His advice for Black entrepreneurs in NWA? Tap into the wisdom of others — podcasts, books, and mentors can be game changers. One gem he's carried with him: “You can accomplish more than you think if you just work 20 minutes a day, every day.”
📞 Connect with Dr. Jordan:
🌐 Website: Drjordanharris.com
📱 Phone: 318-239-0586
Now enrolling for our BIPOC Group! Community support for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Wednesdays 5-6:30pm Therapy group for young adults (18-35) who desire a safe and supportive space to share, process, and connect with community.
Led by Allen Rockett, LAC & Gabby Villalpando learn more
Attention Moms of High School Students!
Is your teen interested in accounting, finance, or business? The Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP) is an incredible, no-cost opportunity for them to explore these fields through a week-long residency at the University of Arkansas. Students will gain hands-on experience and network with professionals.
📅 Date: July 13-18
📍 Location: University of Arkansas
🛑 Application Deadline: April 18
✅ Apply now: www.nabainc.org/acap
Help your teen take the next step toward their future—for free!
Black-Owned NWA Shoppable Directory
We celebrate, amplify, and highlight Black Owned Businesses 24/7. Black Owned NWA is excited to announce our partnership with Pebble to develop a shoppable directory for Black Owned Businesses in the region.
Shop Here:https://pebble.shop/community/black-owned-nwa
Join Here:https://shopwithpebble.com/login?r=%2Faccount%2Finvitation%2F09b27cb2-b040-4c13-9d69-0974d548f5ee
Black-Owned NWA Social Media Highlight
Want to be featured on BlackOwnedNWA?
We can't express how excited we are to feature local black-owned brands and the owners behind them! Featuring you and your business is truly a privilege and we appreciate your time. The goal of BlackOwnedNWA is to be a resource of all things Black excellence in the region.
To be featured on BlackOwnedNWA's Instagram and Facebook page:
Step 1- Email us your responses to the interview questions below jazzyjaenwa@gmail.com
Step 2- Send us the highest quality pictures of you, your service/product, and location if applicable
Step 3- Include the best way for our followers to find you (i.e. social media handles)
Interview Questions
1- Tell us about yourself. (This should be written in the first person as you will be introducing yourself to the BlackOwnedNWA community) Give us 4-6 sentences that showcase the best of you!
Prompts: Your name, where you are originally from, how long you've lived in the area, etc.
2- Tell us about your business.
3- Why did you start your business?
4- What advice would you give other Black entrepreneurs starting out, especially in Northwest Arkansas?
5-What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve ever been given?
What to expect:
You’ll be featured on the BlackOwnedNWA Instagram 2 to 6 weeks after we receive your information!
To learn more meet with us here
