December is the Perfect Time to Take Care of Your Dental Health!

Many dental insurance plans reset on January 1st, so don’t let your 2025 benefits go to waste.

The team at Monarch Dental & Orthodontics is here to help you make the most of your remaining coverage and start the new year with a great smile. Call us at 479.259.9130 or schedule your visit online today!

5 City-Owned Properties That Could Be Redeveloped One Day

While outlining a new economic development strategy for Bentonville a few weeks ago, Chamber of Commerce CEO Brandom Gengelbach briefly noted there were several city-owned properties that could be good sites for redevelopment.

While the five properties — some with buildings, some empty lots — have been flagged as underutilized, there are no active deals in the works.

Patrick Johndrow, the city’s finance director, said any future deals involving the properties would have to be advantageous for the city.

“We’re working in concert with other entities, but we’re always looking out after getting the best value for the city and the taxpayers,” Johndrow said. “Nothing’s going to be given away.”

Annual Leaf Collection Details

Curbside leaf pickup in Bentonville runs Monday, Dec. 8 through Friday, Dec. 19.

To schedule a pickup, call 479-254-2059 or email [email protected].

Per the city: bagged leaves only, place securely closed bags near the curb, and do not place bags in ditches.

Downtown Bus Route Next Year?

The City of Bentonville has been kicking around the idea of adding a downtown bus route for a few months now, and it’s looking increasingly likely to happen next year.

Two related changes are also proposed for next year: an end to on-demand transit service in Bentonville and an expansion of transportation services for people with disabilities.

30+ Things to Do in Bentonville in December

December is full of concerts, film screenings, workshops, and holiday events.

3 Restaurants in New Hotel Open This Week

Three restaurants inside The Compton are opening tomorrow (Dec. 2):

Sestina, a steakhouse with wood-fired steaks and handmade pastas, is now accepting reservations.
The Eddy is a bar on the second floor of the hotel overlooking the square, with cocktails, wine, and shareable dishes.
Field Notes is a new cafe serving Onyx coffee and handmade pastries in the mornings before transitioning to drinks in the evening.

Things To Do This Week

TeensCREATE: Studio Ghibli Edition
Wednesday, Dec. 3 @ Bentonville Public Library
Art activities, themed snacks and more.

RØDE House Happy Hour | House of Songs
Wednesday, Dec. 3 @ The Momentary
Drink specials and free live music from local artists, presented by the House of Songs.

Chocolate and Whiskey Tasting
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ Markham & Fitz
Guided chocolate & whiskey tasting.

Marie Antoinette (2006) Screening
Thursday, Dec 4 @ The Momentary
Description from IMDb: “The retelling of France's iconic but ill-fated queen, Marie Antoinette. From her betrothal and marriage to Louis XVI at 14 to her reign as queen at 19 and to the end of her reign as queen, and ultimately the fall of Versailles.” Part of Pastry Week.

Gallery Talk: Sneakers, Stories, and Get in the Game
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ Crystal Bridges
Zooming in on footwear in the exhibit and how they can tell powerful stories about sports and American life.

Candlelight Jazz
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ Crystal Bridges
Jazz vocalist Laura Anglade “brings a fresh yet familiar touch to the genre.”

Red Cross Blood Drive
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Blood drive from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Appointments can be made on the Red Cross website.

Intro to Lucid Dreaming
Friday, Dec. 5 @ The Quantum i (813 W Central Ave #15)
Workshop about lucid dreaming, the practice of becoming aware and in control within your dreams.

Teen Takeover: Holiday Party
Friday, Dec. 5 @ The Momentary
Holiday treats, music, games, and snow globe making for teenagers.

Waitress (2007) Screening
Friday, Dec. 5 @ The Momentary
Description from IMDb: “Jenna is a pregnant, unhappily married waitress in the deep south. She meets a newcomer to her town and falls into an unlikely relationship as a last attempt at happiness.” Part of Pastry Week.

Community Cookie Decoration Contest and Panel Conversation with Pastry Experts
Saturday, Dec. 6 @ The Momentary
Celebrated pastry chefs share insights before the crowd goes head-to-head in a cookie decoration competition. Part of Pastry Week.

SantaCon NWA
Saturday, Dec. 6 @ Downtown Bentonville
Food and drink specials for participants all around downtown Bentonville.

Baker’s Market
Saturday, Dec. 6 @ The Momentary
Bakers from around the region show off their skills and handcrafted pastries, cookies, breads, and more. Part of Pastry Week.

Natyam
Sunday, Dec. 7 @ Kalaloka Institute of Fine Arts (1380 SW Westpark Drive, Ste. #2)
A community showcase of traditional Indian dance.

See more things to do in December.