Events
BlakeSt creates connection and community through engaging daily events. Members enjoy access to intellectual conversations, tastings, live music, comedy nights, craft nights, book clubs, and outdoor recreational excursions.
Lounge & Listen
Listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the week, and watch the sunset. Bring a loved one for a cozy evening in fresh air and treat yourself to your favorite drink. You deserve a night off!
Campfire & Ghost Stories
Gather around the fire with 37 North as we share ghost stories and get cozy through the night. Share your ghost story, real or fiction, and feed the fire!
Halloween Relay Race
Get ready for a creepy twist on teamwork and fitness! Join us for a Halloween-themed relay filled with fun challenges, friendly competition, and plenty of opportunities to show off your strength, speed, strategy, and teamwork. Grab a teammate (or come ready to make some new ones) and see if you have what it takes to conquer the course! Costumes are not only encouraged, but could gain you an advantage!
Gratitude & Grounding
Start your Sunday with a little time to slow down and reset. Come for complimentary 10-minute wellness mini sessions, including relaxing scalp, hand, or shoulder massages designed to release tension and help you feel grounded going into the week ahead. Walk-ins are welcome, we will be operating on a first-come, first-served basis in the Wellness Lounge on the day of the event.
Mahjongers Game Night
A night for all the experienced players! You know the way of the game; this competition is on! Gather your friends for some friendly rivalry and some bites while you’re at it!
Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Let this sound bath help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Writer's Workshop | Creating Memorable Characters
What makes a character unforgettable? This session explores how personality, quirks, motivations, contradictions, and unexpected consistencies create characters with depth and dimension. Through playful exercises and creative challenges, you’ll experiment with uncovering the qualities, patterns, and surprises that make people distinctive. Whether writing fiction, sharing real-life experiences, or exploring your imagination, you’ll discover new ways to create compelling, memorable characters.
Lounge and Listen
Listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the week, and lounge in the House. Bring a loved one for a cozy evening in fresh air and treat yourself to your favorite drink. You deserve a night off!
Soul Circle | Attachments
Gather around for an introspective roundtable discussion in the Library. Our attachment to people, possessions, status, or beliefs is often the hardest part of the spiritual path. Are we willing to look at what we are attached to, and consider letting go?
Group Mountain Bike Ride
Enjoy the fall colors with a mid-week bike ride with Coach Madeline. Madeline competes in the pro category for the Arkansas Enduro Series, and trains mountain bikers around NWA. We will head towards trails around Slaughter Pen and finish with the Express Way. Bring your own bike, helmet, and everything you will need for the mountainous ride. All experience levels are welcome. Just come ready to ride!
Music Trivia
Turn your ears on to hear these trivia questions! Whether you are a record collector or a casual listener, we invite you to put your knowledge to the test. Let’s see if you really know your music! Our Club Lounge will turn into our Sound Lounge for the night as we guess all things music! We will be bringing all the energy (and prizes)!
Club Lounge Concert | Kyle Jackson
Follow the night's indie tunes with musician and vocalist Kyle Jackson, who brings the comfort of fall not only as the cold weather rolls in, but also through his vocals. With notes of pop and fireside tunes, this night will be filled with melodic strums.
Train Ride Overlook
Members will meet in the parlor before heading to Van Buren to board the Arkansas & Missouri Railway train for a 1.5-hour scenic tour. We will enjoy the view of the Boston Mountains in their fall splendor. Following the train ride, the group will travel to Artist Point to marvel at nature from the overlook.
Family Day Kickball
Bring your family out to the field as you learn and play the classic sport of Kickball. Whether competition runs in your bloodline or you want to spend an active weekend morning with your family, this activity will be just the thing. Join Coach Madeline as she leads you through the bases! All experience levels are welcome, even the little ones. We will provide drinks and snacks to fuel the competition!
Backyard Movie | The Princess Bride
Travel back in time in our Backyard under the stars. Get ready for a night filled with swordsmen, princesses, giants, and pirates! The big screen will be lighting up the Backyard with the fan-favorite film classic, The Princess Bride. Bring your friends (and maybe a blanket) for a late-night cinematic occasion.
Felt Ornament Crafting Session
Just in time for the giving season, we are honoring the sacredness of community! We invite you to craft fall felt ornaments with your friends and loved ones. These will remind you that while seasons change, friendships are everlasting. This crafting session will be held outdoors in the crisp, fall air to provide the perfect inspiration.
Craft Night | Build Your Own Simmer Pot
Visit the Club Lounge to blend your own simmer pot mix, botanical sachet, and natural room refresher using dried citrus, cinnamon, herbs, spices, florals, and other seasonal ingredients. You’ll package each creation in beautiful jars and linen bags, complete with recipe cards and gift-ready tags. No experience is needed, and all materials and instructions are provided.
Sidesgiving at Thaden
Get into the holiday spirit with us in the Thaden Kitchen! Chef Case Dighero will show you how to whip up festive, flavor-packed side dishes that will steal the spotlight at any holiday table. From reinvented classics to creative new favorites, this lively, hands-on session is packed with delicious bites and plenty of inspiration to bring back to your own kitchen.
Lounge & Listen
Listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the week, and lounge in the House. Bring a loved one for a cozy evening in fresh air and treat yourself to your favorite drink. You deserve a night off!
Bingo Night
Find yourself a seat around the Club Lounge and play bingo into the night. Join our lively host Luis for another competitive evening of Bingo as he leads you through multiple rounds to test who has the best luck! Wrangle your competitive spirit as you put your luck to the test! There will be fun prizes for those who can shout "BINGO" first!
Fall Birding
Embark on a thrilling adventure where the wild outdoors meets the modern world! We’ll explore the spaces just outside our back door to discover a plethora of bird species hiding all around us. Whether you’re an experienced birder or a curious novice, get ready for a fun journey that blends nature’s wonders with the latest in birding tech.
Compton Gardens Social Walk
Explore the Compton Gardens as you journey not only into the surrounding nature, but also get to know your fellow BlakeSt Community. Starting at the Front Porch, we will venture into the Gardens conveniently located behind BlakeSt to strengthen our bonds of Community. Come curious, bring comfortable walking shoes, and come for an afternoon stroll!
Craft Collaborative | Linocutting
Practice this hands-on linocut workshop where creativity meets a little controlled destruction. Learn the art of carving and printing through the art of linocutting. Experiment with textures and patterns, and leave with a one-of-a-kind creation. No experience necessary, just bring your imagination and a willingness to make a few carvings.
70's Karaoke
Dust off those go-go boots and warm up those vocal cords. We’re taking it back to the ’70s for a night of disco hits, rock anthems, and questionable singing decisions. Wail to the tunes of Bee Gees, ABBA, and more through the night.
Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Let this sound bath help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Business Owner's Round Table | Fractional, Freelance, or Full-Time? Finding the Right Fit for Your Business
Growing your team doesn’t have to mean adding a full-time salary. This month, we’re talking about fractional and gig workers and how they can help you get more done without a big payroll commitment. We’ll walk through the different ways to bring people into your business, from part-time experts to freelancers to project-based help, and what each one costs, where it works well, and where it can cause headaches. Come ready to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t) in your own business, and leave with a clearer idea of which option fits you best.
Men's Book Club | Grandma Gatewood's Walk by Ben Montgomery
Grandma Gatewood's Walk by Ben Montgomery, tells the extraordinary story of Emma Gatewood. Gatewood hiked the Appalachian Trail solo at 67 and proved that adventure has no expiration date. We'll discuss her journey, grit, and the wild determination. Read the book, bring your thoughts, and prepare to go off the beaten path.
Women's Book Club | Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
In Taylor Jenkins Reid's Atmosphere, the stakes are astronomical, and the feelings are anything but weightless as our main character is a NASA space station Capcom. The Women’s Book Club will explore ambition, forbidden love, female friendships, and what happens when life takes an unexpected trajectory. Read up, bring your hot takes, and prepare for a discussion that's out of this world.
Holiday Wine Tasting with Keshia
In honor of Baujolais Week at BlakeSt, what better way to celebrate than a guided tasting through all this variety has to offer? Led by BlakeSt's Food and Beverage Director and certified sommelier, Keshia will guide you through all the notes, pairings, and tips on how to select the perfect wine for your next gathering. Who knows, maybe you'll have a fun fact to share the next time you say " Cheers!
Stargazing Education Night
Members will learn the basics of night sky orientation, and learn different ways to view the stars from their backyard. This will knowledge can be put to use with the naked eye and with beginner equipment. Led by NWA Space, they’ll guide your gaze through the night sky and answer all of your space-related questions. If the clouds are in our favor and the stars line up, the group will look through NWA Space telescopes. You will be able to view planets, galaxies, and stars.
BlakeSt Show & Tell
Bring your best stories to the table as the group will share our objects and moments behind them. We will be going back to grade school with this nostalgic gathering and share our beloved stories. Whether you have travel stories from college, or a relic from a past life, we will be passing on the stories through conversation!
Paint & Sip with Best Friends Animal Society
Join Best Friends Animal Society for a laid-back painting session where creativity meets compassion for adoptable animals. Whether you're a Picasso or stick figures are more your style, there's no experience necessary. Grab a brush, enjoy sips, and support a cause worth raising a glass to. Your painting will follow with the animals to their forever home once adopted.
Sips & Spins
Clock out and go out! Sips & Spins brings the Friday energy with upbeat sets from DJ Todd, sips for the whole night, and a space to unwind. Catch up with friends, and ease into the weekend. Whether you're stopping by after work or having a night out, we've got your Friday soundtrack covered.
Friendsgiving
Let’s gather and give thanks together! As we embrace the season of gratitude, join your fellow BlakeSt Members for a warm and festive Friendsgiving dinner. The Culinary Team are serving up a classic Thanksgiving feast, shared family-style and filled with comforting favorites — from tender roasted turkey with rich gravy to savory stuffing and creamy mashed potatoes. Raise a glass and celebrate the joy of togetherness!
Foraging Educational Event
Whether you are an experienced mushroom hunter or berry-picking fanatic, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will be going over safe and sustainable foraging practices. The lesson will be followed by an informative stroll through the surrounding areas around BlakeSt to put what you learn to the test! Not only will the group learn about our surrounding environment, but you will be able to apply this knowledge to every adventure.
Murder Mystery
There has been a murder at BlakeSt, but we don’t know who did it… Play this game of mystery, deception, and elimination. Enjoy an included grazing board and sips while in attendance as we play the night away. All attendees will receive detailed instructions prior to the party about their characters and further instructions on the evening. Come in costume to be immersed in the game and embody your character.
Self Care Sunday | Decoupage Pumpkins
Start your week mindfully as we decoupage pumpkins with intention and reflection. Reflect on the week before and set intentions for the week ahead. Let’s craft together and take this time for ourselves. We deserve it!
Community Litter Clean- Up
Give back to the community with a clean-tacular walk around town. We will be picking up trash and making new friends. Whether you pick up litter on your walk to BlakeSt or organize with friends every once in a while, we will be making time to make our community cleaner. Make some new friends and make this fall day even more beautiful!
Mixoogy Monday | Spritzes
Mix it up and learn it up in the Club Lounge! Our Bar Lead and knowledgable sips expert, Evelyn Truman, will guide the group through a lesson on all things Spritzes. Spritzes are the ultimate welcome drink when it comes to Thanksgiving, so Evelyn will shed some light on this secret ingredient for hosting! Enjoy this delicious cocktail after you make the sip yourself!
Fireside Reading Silent Book Club
Start your weekend with a good book as we warm up by the fire. Need a book to dive into? No worries! Take a peek inside our Library to find your new favorite read!
Birdie's Grand Opening
Kick off the holiday season with style at the Birdie’s Grand Opening Party! Our festive holiday pop-up is bursting with cheer, twinkling lights, and seasonal magic. Enjoy festive drinks, and soak in the lively, merry atmosphere that only Birdie’s can bring.
Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Let this sound bath help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Mahjong Open Play Night
A night for all the Mahjong lovers! Bring your mats and enjoy a night in with friends. Rockhound will continue to be open for regular dinner service for those who would like to dine.
Speed Puzzling Competition
Do you have the eye for puzzling? Compete in the Club Lounge to put your skills to the test! Whatever your strategy may be, we encourage puzzling for the love of the game and for the competition.
Falconry Event
Gather in the Backyard with Falcon Tactics as we observe this powerful creature that flies this Earth. Falcon Tactics specializes in sustainable pest removal bird solutions with falcons. Learn the history, identification, training, and more behind this beautiful animal. After this in-person experience, you will be able to identify this species anywhere.Gather in the Backyard with Falcon Tactics as we observe this powerful creature that flies this Earth. Falcon Tactics specializes in sustainable pest removal bird solutions with falcons. Learn the history, identification, training, and more behind this beautiful animal. After this in-person experience, you will be able to identify this species anywhere.over
Soul Circle | Letting Go of Attachments
We all believe that if we became something special and unique, then we would have value, or if we had all the money, success and admiration, then we would be complete. None of these offer long-term satisfaction, so letting go of these attachments offers us real and lasting peace.
Mixology Monday | Old Fashioneds
Observe the step-by-step directions with our Bar Lead, Evelyn Truman, for how to make a classic beverage. This is the kind of drink that not only warms your heart, but also the soul. Recreate this Old Fashioned with Evelyn and take this knowledge home!
Mahjong Open Play Night
A night for all the Mahjong lovers! Bring your mats and enjoy a night in with friends. Rockhound will continue to be open for regular dinner service for those who would like to dine.
Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Let this sound bath help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Vampires VS Witches Bunco
Magical mischief and mirth! Wear your midnight cloaks and cackle with laughter as we toast to the spirit of Halloween. Come in your favorite witch’s attire, and enjoy drinks with your fellow sorceresses. Mimi and Brenda will lead several rounds of Bunco throughout the evening. Grab your broomstick and fly into a night of mischief!
Hawksbill Craig Hike
Hawksbill Crag, also known as Whitaker's Point, is an Arkansas must see. This will be an easy to moderate 2.7 mile out and back. Located in the Ozark National Forest, we'll hike through heavily forested areas, see various rock formations, and most importantly, the crag. Once we reach the crag, you'll see why it's nicknamed "Hawksbill." The crag offers beautiful valley views and is extra special during the fall due to the fall foliage. You'll have time to take in the scenery, eat lunch, and get a few pictures while at the viewpoint.
Group Gravel Ride
Ride with a group on a beginner-friendly gravel bike ride. This is an easy-paced, no-drop, social ride where we explore up to 18 miles of gravel roads. Meet at the parking lot across from Valley View Schoolhouse on Price Coffee Road for an active weekend morning! Bike not provided by BlakeSt.
Halloween Drag Show
Get ready for a night of fierce fun and haunting glamor at our Halloween Drag Show hosted by the electrifying DJ DJ hARThRob. Scare up some friends, bring your dollar bills, drum up your best Halloween vibes in a celebration of all things fabulous and frightful!
Craft Collaborative Fall Watercoloring
As fall is all around, why not paint the beauty it brings? We will be learning new techniques and enjoying company. Be inspired by the nature around us or call on the emotions autumn brings out. Let the colors flow right onto your paper!
Lounge & Listen
Listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the week, and watch the sunset. Bring a loved one for a cozy evening in fresh air and treat yourself to your favorite drink. You deserve a night off!
Fall Movie PJ Party | When Harry Met Sally
Cozy up in our comfortable chairs to this fall classic. Watch this love story unfold next to friends in pajamas. Enjoy painting small pumpkins as we watch together. This is your living room, let’s enjoy it!
BlakeSt Book Sale
It’s time for a Library refresh, and we’re excited to invite our Members to be a part of it! Explore a curated selection of books for sale as we transition new titles into our collection. Whether you’re searching for that beloved book you can’t put down or finally ready to take home one you’ve been eyeing, this is the perfect opportunity to find your next great read. Best of all, your purchases will support a wonderful cause! Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Bentonville Public Library Foundation, helping to make a difference in our community. Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and let’s make this book sale a success together!
Women's Book Club | Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt by Ben Reeves
The voice of death has spoken, and it is written in this book. Our main character, Travis, comforts people facing mortality with the question, “What does it mean to be alive?” Discuss this intriguing and philosophical book with fellow Members.
Men's Book Club | They Stole a City by Lauren Col
Collins weaves together stories of four Wilmington, North Carolina, families over 125 years to create a full accounting of the long-term effects of the 1898 white supremacist massacre and coup and its critical role in subverting American democracy. Explore your thoughts, questions, and critiques with fellow Members.
Uno Tournament
Let the games begin at our action-packed Uno Tournament! Whether you’re a seasoned card shark or just love a good laugh, this event promises fun surprises and fierce competition. Bring your A-game and see who can outplay, outsmart, and outlast the rest.
Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Let this sound bath help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Mahjongers Game Night
A night for all the experienced players! You know the way of the game; this competition is on! Grab some bites to share with friends or treat yourself after a good round. Come join us in Rockhound for a friendly game of Mahjong!
Money Moves | The Family Money Talk
How do you talk with your adult children about money, inheritance, and your wishes before life makes the decision for you? Using The Other Talk: A Guide to Talking with Your Adult Children About the Rest of Your Life by Tim Prosch as a jumping-off point, we’ll explore when to start the conversation, what to share, and how to make these discussions a normal part of planning for the future. Iffy will host the conversation with Carol Caster Page, Investment Manager, as our featured guest.
Live Concert | Steven McMorran
Enjoy the lyricist behind famous voices such as Celine Dion, Tim McGraw, Jimmie Allen, and more. This Arkansan songwriter’s lyrical power has been featured on The Voice and will now be bringing his talent to BlakeSt. Let’s have a folk music-filled night together!
Séance with Desiree
Step into a world where the veil between here and beyond feels just a little thinner. Let local mystic Desiree guide you through an enchanting séance, where whispers of the past mingle with the flicker of candlelight, the scent of incense, and the shimmer of copper. Gather in a circle with fellow seekers, open your senses, and be ready to ask the spirits a yes-or-no question—if the spirits are willing, answers may come.
Lounge & Listen
Listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the week, and watch the sunset. Bring a loved one for a cozy evening in the fresh air and treat yourself to your favorite drink. You deserve a night off!
Wine Exploration Night | Domaine Fournier Pére et Fils Sancerre
Explore 4 Sancerre wines featuring a Domaine Fournier Père et Fils representative, who will guide you through a tasteful journey into the history, palate, and experience of this wine in the Club Lounge. Find which wine lights up your taste buds on this fruitful night.
Jack-O-Lantern Carving
The spirit of Halloween is calling us to the Backyard! We will be creating a one-of-a-kind Jack-O-Lanterns in fresh air. Whatever design speaks to you, you can make sure it will be a great decoration for your front porch!
Full Signal | The Power of Curiosity & Listening
Strong communities are built one conversation at a time. But meaningful conversation requires more than talking; it requires genuine curiosity about one another and the willingness to really listen. In this Full Signal session, we’ll explore how thoughtful inquiry and active listening can help us move beyond surface-level exchanges, understand one another more deeply, and create the kind of connections that strengthen relationships and communities.
Craft Night | Haunted Apothecary Bottles
Step into a world of old-world botanicals and mysterious curiosities as you design a collection of vintage-inspired apothecary bottles. Using preserved moss, dried florals, crystals, antique labels, and other enchanting embellishments, you’ll create hauntingly beautiful décor inspired by Victorian curiosity cabinets and botanical apothecaries. No experience is needed, and all materials and instructions are provided. Leave with a one-of-a-kind collection perfect for celebrating the magic of the season.
Fall Cookie Decorating Class
Add a bit of sweetness to this season with some fall cookie decorating! Decorate cookies in fall classic themes and eat them too. Use this time to decompress, create some edible art, and eat a treat.
Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Let this sound bath help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Mahjong Learn & Play
Come learn Mahjong through a careful step-by-step session. As we walk through the motions, we will have instructors on hand to answer any questions you may have. Feel free to make mistakes, learn as we go, and enjoy this classic game.