Relay, football, golf

Benefits get active

Uncle Sam Riding a Bicycle Whirligig, ca. 1880–1920, paint on wood with metal, Collection American Folk Art Museum, New York; gift of Dorothea and Leo Rabkin.
Uncle Sam Riding a Bicycle Whirligig, ca. 1880–1920, paint on wood with metal, Collection American Folk Art Museum, New York; gift of Dorothea and Leo Rabkin.

JULY

American Made: Treasures from the American Folk Art Museum

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Cindy Cravens (bottom), volunteer with the United Way of Northwest Arkansas, and Elyse Carbajal, with Rockline Industries, sort and load donations in 2015 for the “Fill the Bus” campaign for the United Way of Northwest Arkansas outside the Wal-Mart Supercenter on Pleasant Street in Springdale. The supplies will be collected July 22-23 at all Wal-Mart Supercenters in Northwest Arkansas and given to children in need in Northwest Arkansas. The group asks for donations of supplies for children of all ages.

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Melody Beasley (left), and Allyson Beasley, stop to set up luminaries at the Northwest Arkansas Mercy Family YMCA in Rogers during the Benton County Relay for Life in 2015. The annual, 12-hour event to raise money for the American Cancer Society is set for July 14.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

2-Sept. 19

Information: crystalbridges.org

Heels and Hammers

Habitat for Humanity of Washington County

8 7-10 p.m. -- The Habitat Women Build project will benefit from "Heels and Hammers" at Sassafras Springs Vineyard in Springdale. The evening will include hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, an art auction, raffle and live music from Doctors and Divas on Fire. Tickets are $40 or $60 for two. Information: (479) 575-9696 or habitatwashingtoncoar.org.

Beau Classic

Beau Foundation

11 7 a.m. -- 13 7:30 a.m. -- The 13th annual "Beau Classic" golf tournament will be held at Pinnacle Country Club in Rogers. The fundraiser promotes prenatal care and helps fund the Beau Foundation's "Vitamins for Moms" campaign. Registration for a team of four is $1,000, and sponsorships are available. Information: beaufoundation.org.

Relay for Life of Benton County

American Cancer Society

15 6 p.m. -- "Relay for Life of Benton County" will be held at the Northwest Arkansas Mercy Family YMCA. The American Cancer Society fundraiser includes a survivor lap and luminaria, "Fight Back" 5K and fun run, and closing ceremonies. Information: (479) 806-2222 or [email protected].

Opening Night Gala

Arts Center of the Ozarks

15 6:30 p.m. -- Arts Center of the Ozarks' opening night gala will be held at the arts center in Springdale and include live music, heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages before the premier of Oklahoma, and a dessert and champagne intermission. Tickets are $35 for adults and $20 for students. Information: (479) 751-5441 acozarks.org.

Drive and Dine for Dementia

Broyles Foundation

15 7, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. -- The inaugural "Drive and Dine for Dementia" benefit for the Broyles Foundation will be held at Paradise Valley Golf and Athletic Club and Fayetteville Town Center. The golf tournament will have shotgun starts at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. The celebratory dinner that night will feature a casino and silent auction, a live performance by Coffey Anderson and the presentation of the Frank Broyles championship jacket. Golf registration is $500 per team. Dinner admission is $150. Information: (479) 313-5079 or [email protected].

Firefly Fling: The Summer Festival for Families

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks

16 6-10 p.m. -- The family friendly "Firefly Fling" at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will feature live music and children's activities. Tickets in advance are $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 3-13, or $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-13. Children younger than 3 get in free. Information: (479) 750-2620 or bgozarks.org.

Beat the Heat Summer Swing golf tournament

Kendrick Fincher Hydration Foundation

18 1 p.m. -- The Kendrick Fincher Hydration for Life "Beat the Heat Summer Swing" golf tournament will be held at the Springdale Country Club. Registration is $800 per team. Information: (479) 986-9960 or kendrickfincher.org.

Fill the Bus

United Way of Northwest Arkansas

22-23 -- The United Way of Northwest Arkansas is seeking volunteers to collect and sort school supplies for the annual "Fill the Bus" event at Northwest Arkansas Walmart locations. Register to volunteer: volunteernwa.org.

Pawpalooza

Sebastian County Humane Society

23 8 a.m.-5 p.m. -- The Sebastian County Humane Society will play host to "Pawpalooza" in Fort Smith. The day will feature a microchip/rabies clinic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., food, a bake sale for both people and pets, games, garage sale, live music, raffles, adoptions, face painting and portraits with your pets. Information: [email protected]

Dream Big Charity Gala

Children's Safety Center

23 7-11 p.m. -- The 10th annual "Dream Big Charity Gala" at Fayetteville Town Center will have a circus-theme and benefit the Children's Safety Center. The benefit will include carnival games, dinner from area restaurants, live music from Boom Kinetic, drinks and a silent auction. Tickets for the black-, red- and white-attire event are $65 in advance and $75 at the door. Information: (479) 872-6183.

Football 101

Komen Ozark

28 5-9 p.m. -- 5-9 p.m. -- Ladies will have the opportunity to learn the basics of football and tour the Fred W. Smith Football Center in Fayetteville during "Football 101" benefiting the Susan G. Komen Ozark Affiliate. The second annual event will be hosted by Arkansas Razorback head football coach Bret Bielema and his coaching staff. Tickets are $100. VIP tickets are $150 and include a VIP reception at 4 p.m. Information: (479) 750-7465 or komenozark.org.

Beach Bingo Bash

Elizabeth Richardson Center

29 7 p.m. -- The Elizabeth Richardson Center's "Beach Bingo Bash" will be at Mermaids in Fayetteville. The fifth annual event will include tropical food and drinks, live music and Bingo games for prizes. Tickets are $50 for an individual, $85 per couple or $375 for a table for 10. Information: (479) 872-1800 or ercinc.org.

NAN Our Town on 06/30/2016

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