Savor the Flavor
Faith in Action
1 -- The annual Savor the Flavor is a walking tasting tour of area restaurants to benefit Faith in Action, an outreach service of Washington Regional Medical Foundation that provides non-medical services to homebound seniors in Benton and Washington counties at no cost to those served.
Passbooks for the restaurant tour will be good at participating restaurants until Sept. 30, 2022. Organizers say passbooks include more than $150 in discounts and offers.
"Faith in Action volunteers serve homebound seniors by providing transportation to appointments and the grocery store, making friendly visits, delivering food pantry items, doing yard work and taking care of other needs. Since 2012, FIA has received 96% of the revenue from Savor the Flavor to support the program's mission."
Passbooks are $40. Sponsorships start at $250. Information: (479) 463-4483 or [email protected].
Walk for Hope
Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter
2 9 a.m. -- Walk for Hope will be held at Village on the Creeks in Rogers. Organizers say the third annual walk is a "fun, family-friendly event [that] supports the youth at the Shelter and the students at Hope Academy of Northwest Arkansas." In-person and virtual walking opportunities are available. David Scogin of Sam's Club is serving as honorary chairman of the event. Information: nwacs.org/events/walk-for-hope-2/.
Golf With the Finest
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation -- Northwest Arkansas Chapter
7 7 a.m and 8 at 9 a.m. -- The "Golf With the Finest" golf tournament and barbecue contest will be at Shadow Valley Country Club in Rogers. Registration is $1,500 for a foursome, and sponsorships are available from $2,000. Information: (501) 371-0233 or [email protected].
Car and Motorcycle Show
ALS
9 9 a.m.-3 p.m. -- The British Iron Touring Club of Northwest Arkansas will host its 19th annual British car and motorcycle show at Agri Park in Fayetteville on Arkansas 112. All proceeds from the show will be donated to the ALS Association – Arkansas Chapter.
Organizers say those attending will have the opportunity to vote for their choices of best car or motorcycle in each of 36 judging classes. Shows generally field 150-175 entries of beautiful vintage and modern British automobiles and motorcycles. Participants can choose to participate in long and short drives on the Thursday and Friday before the Saturday morning show. An awards banquet will feature a guest speaker and trophies for class winners.
Information: britishironnwa.org.
Celebration
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance
9 4:30 p.m. -- Sheep Dog Impact Assistance will mark 11 years with a celebration Oct. 9 at Village on the Creeks in Rogers. The fundraiser will feature combat-wounded Army Sgt. Sergio Trejo as guest speaker. The evening's guest of honor will be "Dancing With The Stars" competitor and combat veteran Army Sgt. Noah Galloway. Army veteran Tracy Dufault will serve as honorary chairwoman. "American Idol" top 12 finalist and Northwest Arkansas native Madison Watkins will perform.
Organizers say the outdoor evening will also include a picnic-style dinner, lawn seating, fireworks and live and silent auctions.
Gate opens at 4:30 p.m., with the program from 6:30 to 9 p.m. A reception for VIP ticketholders will begin at 9 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket for seating. There will be limited lawn chair and wheelchair seating along the perimeters of the general admission and VIP sections.
General admission tickets for the picnic/golf attire benefit are $30 for children younger than 16 and $50 for adults. VIP tickets are $70 for children younger than 16 and $150 for adults. Information: (417) 812-6035 or [email protected].
An Evening at the Farm
Apple Seeds
9 5:30 p.m. -- Apple Seeds Teaching Farm will host An Evening from the Farm at the farm at Gulley Park in Fayetteville. Organizers say the evening will begin with a cocktail hour featuring a signature cocktail from Maxine's Taproom, appetizers by Noble Graze and live music by Dandelion Heart followed by a multi-course dinner. "This year's culinary dream team, Chef Matt Cooper, Chef Heather Artripe, Chef Corey McCain and Chef Sam Diaz, will craft a one-of-a-kind meal sourced from local ingredients and elements from our garden." Tickets are $150. Information: appleseedsnwa.org.
Mad Hatter Ball
Eureka Springs School of the Arts
15 5-8 p.m. -- The annual Mad Hatter Ball: Under the Big Top to benefit the Eureka Springs School of the Arts will be held at the Crescent Hotel and Spa. The Steampunk Wonderland evening will include dinner, dancing, a silent auction and a hat contest. Tickets are $60, and hats are required. Information: (479) 253-5384 or essa-art.org.
Fireworks at the Farm
Symphony of Northwest Arkansas
15 5:30 p.m. -- The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas will celebrate the 2021-22 season with Fireworks at the Farm at the Fayetteville home of Ellen and Malcolm Hayward. Information: (479) 521-4166 or sonamusic.org.
Legends Dinner
Brandon Burlsworth Foundation
15 6 p.m. -- The Brandon Burlsworth Foundation's Legends Dinner will pay tribute to Gary George at Heroncrest in Elm Springs. Tickets are $200. Sponsorships are available. Information: (866) 534-2875 or brandonburlsworth.org.
Golftoberfest
Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Northwest Arkansas
16-30 -- Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Northwest Arkansas supporters will be able participate in its annual Golftoberfest miniature golf tournament at a time of their choosing between Oct. 17 and 30 at Gator Golf in Fayetteville. Information: (479) 935-4888 or [email protected].
From the Past to the Present: Imagine the Future
Center for Art & Education
Arts on Main
16 5-9 p.m. -- The Center for Art & Education will celebrate its history and "make a toast to the future of Arts on Main," their new location in Van Buren. Tickets are $100. Information: (479) 474-7767 or artsonmainvb.com or art-ed.org/arts-on-main.
Autumn Gala
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
21 7 p.m. -- The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will play host to the inaugural Autumn Gala. Organizers say the outdoor, socially distanced benefit will feature live jazz, a chef-prepared dinner, wine and beer, "gala games of chance," and live and silent auctions.
"This event sustains the Garden for the coming seasons, and your financial support is vital," organizers say. "As Northwest Arkansas grows, it is more important than ever to protect and develop this space into a world-class botanical garden for future generations to learn and to be in nature."
Guests at the rain or shine event must be 21 or older, and tickets at $95 for Four Season level members or $125 are nonrefundable. "Guests will be required to wear masks at the Garden entrance, inside the building or when it is not possible to socially distance from others."
Information: (479) 750-2620 or bgozarks.org
Charity Golf Tournament and Ultimate Tailgate & Auction
Pagnozzi Parker Charities
22 7 a.m. -- The 30th annual Pagnozzi Parker Charity Golf Tournament will take place at 7 a.m. at Paradise Valley Golf Club in Fayetteville.
Registration for teams of four is $900 for the morning or afternoon flight.
The Ultimate Tailgate and Auction will begin at 7 p.m. at the Fayetteville Town Center.
The Pagnozzi Parker Make a Difference Award will be presented.
Event proceeds will go to benefit the Pagnozzi Parker Charities Youth Sports Scholarship Program. The program grants sports scholarships to underprivileged children in kindergarten through eighth grade in Northwest Arkansas. Participation in sports at a young age has been proven to increase self-esteem, improve grades in school and keeps kids off drugs, organizers say. Information: (479) 443-2550 or [email protected].
Fresh StART
Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter
23 7 p.m. -- The Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter benefit, "Fresh StART," will be an online event. The art auction will feature works from other area artists, as well as pieces created by women and children residing in the shelter.
Organizers say: "Our incredible party boxes are back! With your ticket purchase in the Northwest Arkansas area, you will receive a party box with Mexican inspired food by IDK Cafe, drinks provided by 21 Seeds Tequila, and a variety of gifts and treats so that you can enjoy all the festivities from the comfort of your own home. We will have a beautiful selection of art by local artists to purchase via online auction and some fun Zoom events you won't want to miss. Our digital events and auction will be accessible for free for anyone who wants to participate."
Information: (479) 246-9999 or [email protected].
A Star is Born
Loving Choices
28 5:30 p.m. -- Claire Culwell will be the featured speaker at the Loving Choices annual benefit banquet, A Star is Born, at the Northwest Arkansas Convention Center in Springdale. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Information: (479) 521-6677 or lovingchoices.org.
Gentlemen of Distinction
Hope Cancer Resources
28 6:30-10 p.m. -- The 18th annual Bill Fleeman Gentlemen of Distinction fundraiser for Hope Cancer Resources will be at the Rogers Convention Center. The benefit men's fashion show features area "gentlemen of distinction," an awards presentation, live and silent auctions and dinner. Tickets for the black-tie optional event are $125 for individuals. Tables for 10 are available for $1,250. Information: (479) 361-5847 or www.hopecancerresources.com.
Hero Half Marathon
Fayetteville Firefighters IAFF
30 6 a.m.-noon -- The Fayetteville Firefighters Association will host its eighth annual Hero Half Marathon, two-person relay and Firefighter Challenge, which will begin and end at the Northwest Arkansas Mall in Fayetteville. Information and registration: www.herohalfmarathon.com.
