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Sponsor Message from Visit Bentonville
Bentonville has grown quickly in recent years, and so has our local tourism industry.
At Visit Bentonville, we’re taking time to slow down and think carefully about what the future of tourism should look like in our community. What’s working, and what isn’t?
With your help, we want to develop a long-term plan for tourism that benefits residents, visitors, and local businesses alike.
Will you take our resident survey today?
Bentonville Public Library Receives State Aid for the First Time
The Bentonville Public Library is receiving money from the state’s library funding program for the first time. The first round of funding totals $95,958.
While Bentonville’s library has long benefited from shared resources and programs offered through the Arkansas State Library, it was blocked from receiving money through the state’s core library funding program because of one requirement in state law.
Things to Do in Bentonville in November
Featuring events and concerts and markets and lectures and parades and workshops and movie nights and performances and gallery shows and fundraisers and open houses and holiday happenings and even more stuff.
Sponsor Message from Monarch Dental
As 2025 begins to wind down, Monarch Dental & Orthodontics in Bentonville reminds patients that most dental insurance benefits reset at the end of the year.
Now is the perfect time to complete any outstanding dental treatments and maximize your coverage before it renews.
If you’ve been delaying care - whether routine cleaning, crowns, implants, or dentures - scheduling before December 31 can help you make full use of the benefits you’ve already paid for. Regular dental visits not only protect your oral health but can also help you avoid larger, more costly treatments later.
Appointments fill up quickly as the year ends. To schedule your visit, call us at (479) 259-9130 or schedule online at Monarch Dental & Orthodontics.
A British Diplomat's 48 Hours in Bentonville
His Britannic Majesty’s Consul General Keith Scott was in town for a brief business trip last week.
Scott, who is based in Houston, has spent his career as a diplomat for the United Kingdom. In his current role as consul general, which he started in just a few weeks ago, he’s the U.K.’s top official for a five-state region and is tasked with finding opportunities for cultural, research, and business partnerships.
He started a tour of those five states here in Bentonville. During his two days in town, he went on a bike tour, shook hands with the mayor, visited Crystal Bridges, met Dave and Jenny Marrs, and, along with about ten staff members, conducted a number of meetings with local business leaders.
Scott said he was surprised by the level of economic activity relative to Bentonville’s population size. He had familiarized himself with the cycling and retail industries before his visit but said healthcare technology partnership opportunities came up “a lot” more than he expected.
Washington Junior High to Adopt Global Learning Focus Next Year
Washington Junior High will adopt the globally focused International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum starting next school year.
Key to the program is a yearly foreign language requirement for all students. The program encourages teaching across subjects, and students will also complete a service project. There are schools using the IB curriculum on every continent except Antarctica.
Sponsor Message from The Cellar on B St.
The Cellar on B St. Now Open 3 Days Per Week!
The new boutique wine and specialty foods shop in downtown Bentonville will be open:
Thursday 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - noon
The Cellar on B St. (421 SW B St.) carries a diverse selection of curated wine bottles and imported and locally produced items (such as olive oils, jams, chocolates, pastas, spices and more)!
The focus of the shop is to provide sustainably made, small-production, quality ingredients to the NWA community for any occasion. The owners, Yulia and Paolo, combined have 15+ years of experience in the wine industry and will be providing personalized guidance in-shop for wine selections. Building a wine community, together.
Now Open: Dumont Creamery
Dumont Creamery & Cafe is now open at 326 SW A St, next to Skylight Cinema.
Two dozen flavors of ice cream, gelato, custard and sorbet are on deck, along with a full coffee menu and boba tea.
A company representative at the opening said it’s the 12th location for the small chain, which prides itself on offering a rotating menu that lets you “taste the world.”
The shop stays open late, in case you want a scoop after dinner or drinks. It’s open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Community Announcements
A book club for every kind of reader (Two Friends Bookstore + Cafe)
SE 2nd Street closed overnight Nov 2–7 (City of Bentonville)
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Things To Do This Week
Listening Lounge & Microcinema
Monday, November 3 @ 21c Museum Hotel
A screening of “Everybody in the Place,” a film exploring the origins of acid house music, followed by a DJ-led listening session hosted by Dirty Dark Place.
Dombrance Concert
Tuesday, Nov. 4 @ The Momentary
French electronic artist Dombrance performs a high-energy mix of disco, funk, and pop as part of his Make America Dance Again tour.
Community Food Drive
Monday–Friday, November 3–7 @ Multiple Locations
The Benton County government is cohosting this food drive with a local nonprofit dedicated to serving veterans. Drop off non-perishable items at the Benton County Administration building, Veteran Services Office, or Sheriff’s Office.
Movie Night on the Square
Thursday, Nov. 6 @ Downtown Bentonville
A free, family-friendly outdoor movie night on the Square inviting the community to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks for an evening under the stars.
A Wild Wild Midsummer Night’s Dream
November 6–8 @ The Arend Arts Center
Bentonville High School students present a twist on Shakespeare’s classic comedy.
The Fundraiser That Doesn’t Go Quite Right
Friday, Nov. 7 @ Record Downtown
An evening hosted by SOAR Afterschool celebrating courage, community, and learning through stories of failure and growth, featuring the return of the “Fail-a-Bration” storytelling event.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Saturday, Nov. 8 @ Bentonville Public Library
Students from the Pea Ridge Drama Troupe present readings from “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” with related crafts for families.
Holiday Playland
Saturday, November 8 @ Amazeum
An evening of hands-on holiday fun featuring new toy demonstrations.
Bentonville Holiday Market
Saturday, November 8 & Sunday, Nov. 9 @ Meteor Guitar Gallery
A seasonal market featuring local small businesses, drinks, and holiday shopping.
Pets Rule
Saturday, Nov. 8 @ Downtown Bentonville
A downtown celebration for pets and their owners featuring adoptions, games, photo ops, agility demos, live music, and pet-friendly activities on the Square.
