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.
Monikers Game Night
Has your competitive spirit been itching to come out? Play a round of charades, but in a new light. Get into teams and compete with one another to guess the card! Use words, sounds, or gestures to guess the card in the first round, one word to describe the card in the second round, and charade away in the third round!
Poolside Lounge & Listen
Lounge and mingle by the pool as DJ Todd sets the tone for the day with laid-back tunes. Allow yourself to rest on the lounger you’ve been eyeing, and dip into our pool for a mid-day refresher. Follow it up with a cool drink, and you’ve got yourself a spectacular day.
Craft Collaborative | Mini Barn Quilt Tiles
Collaborate on a beautiful, take-home craft that you can hang up or decorate with. We will be using plywood tiles to make patterns mimicking a Barn Quilt in full Southern spirit!
Poolside Bingo
Spice up your summer pool day with a bingo extravaganza! Join us to play and compete against family and friends. If you get heated in competition, you can always cool off in the pool! Come by the Community Desk to purchase a guest pass to invite friends.
Mahjongers Game Night
You’ve learned how to play, now its time to put it to the test! Get your head in the game and play against peers into the night! Grab a drink to cool off or some bites to fuel the mind, and have fun!
Mom’s Group Luncheon
Gather in Rockound around a meal for a relaxed and welcoming space to connect, share experiences, swap tips, and build community. Find camaraderie in the rewarding (and sometimes tiring) journey of motherhood.
Floral Arrangement Class with Tipton & Hurst
Create a beautiful bouquet with this guided class led by Tipton & Hurst, Arkansas’ oldest florist. Make the perfect floral arrangement for your home or to gift to a loved one. Find what flowers work best together and how to style them for the perfect display.
Backyard Lounge & Listen
Let us listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the weekend, 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!
Firsty Friday Happy Hour
It’s the best night of the month. Treat a loved one to our specials or get that drink you’ve been craving. Whether we are the first or last stop of your Labor Day weekend, we can say we are the most fun!
Backyard Cookout & Live Music
Fine tunes and BBQ! Come by the House for the full Labor Day weekend to get the full holiday backyard experience. Uplifting local artists, we will kick off this special weekend with delicious bites! Backyard. Purchase a guest pass at the Community Desk to enjoy this evening with friends.
Labor Day Weekend Concert | The Juice
Playing tunes with the right mood! Labor Day weekend celebrations are turning up this weekend. With “the world's saxiest party band”, The Juice, we will be having a bright welcome into fall. Backyard. Purchase a guest pass at the Community Desk to enjoy this evening with friends.
Labor Day Aqua Fit Class
Stretch and move with us this celebratory weekend to boost your energy. Swim throughout the water for a gravity-defying workout and practice what makes you feel good.
Poolside Labor Day DJ
Weekend fun and poolside sun! Come by the pool to soak in the last bits of sunshine before the autumn leaves fall! DJ Todd will be playing all the tunes to put you in a good mood! Poolside. Purchase a guest pass at the Community Desk to enjoy this evening with friends.
Lake Atalanta Paddleboard Trip
Explore the waters of Lake Atalanta via stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you have tried this activity before or would like to practice your balance, this is a perfect opportunity to get on the board with assistance if needed. Travel together to Ozark Beer Company to end the day right!
Bentonville Public Art Walking Tour
If you have been in Bentonville long enough, you know that we are no strangers to connoisseurs of public art. Join us for an adventure around downtown to learn more about some of the iconic pieces that make Bentonville our home. Led by the Bentonville History Museum, this exclusive event is sure to showcase our town in a whole new creative way.
Fireside Music Circle
Gather around the fire to strum your guitar or play your flute. Whatever instrument or song of choice you may have, we invite you to an uplifting Arkansan music night. Come by just to practice the song you’ve been meaning to soft-launch or just to listen to some good tunes. We will keep warm not only by the fire, but also with the warmth of company.
Inner Tube Water Polo
Spin around and bring out those tricks you’ve been waiting to use! Find your balance to score a winning goal for your team! Open to seasoned and new players, we will be playing the night away!
Color Analysis Matching Event | 4 PM
Have you struggled with clothes not fitting with your skin or hair, or ever wondered what jewelry looks best on you? Our color analysis event is back by popular demand! Discover the power of color with Maura Griesse of Called By Colors at this Color Palette Analysis session. Maura, a certified color analyst, helps you uncover the hues that enhance your natural beauty and make you shine. No more breakdowns in the closet; this is the time to find out what palette you are!
Color Analysis Matching Event | 7 PM
Have you struggled with clothes not fitting with your skin or hair, or ever wondered what jewelry looks best on you? Our color analysis event is back by popular demand! Discover the power of color with Maura Griesse of Called By Colors at this Color Palette Analysis session. Maura, a certified color analyst, helps you uncover the hues that enhance your natural beauty and make you shine. No more breakdowns in the closet; this is the time to find out what palette you are!
Synchronized Swim Class
Calling all flower cap swimmers! Flutterkick your way to the pool as we dance in unison through the water. Led by SwimOz coach Bonnie Adams, learn all the tips & tricks of this graceful sport. Join us this weekend to make a final splash in the summer!
Craft Collaborative | Indigo-Dye Workshop
Turn a blue mood into something beautiful with indigo dye. Have you been staring at your white clothing, wondering when you will wear it next? If it’s small and 100% cotton, come and dye it! We will also have tote bags to dye, so we will be making patterns galore!
Texas Hold 'Em Night
Chips and sips galore! Bring that Southern energy out tonight for some (non)gambling goodness. Open for all experience levels; come by for some Texas fun!
Self Care Sunday | Native Plants Scavenger Walk
Start your week mindfully as we walk through Bentonville with intention and reflection. Identify native plants as we graze thoughtfully throughout our environment. Let’s walk together and take this time for ourselves!
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.
Poolside Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Join us for fresh air during this sound bath to help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Writer's Workshop | Unlocking Creativity Through Prompts
This session explores how simple prompts can remove pressure and open up new ideas. You’ll learn how constraints actually spark creativity and help you move past blocks. Whether generating something new or building on existing work, prompts will help you write with more ease, variety, and momentum.
Business Owner's Roundtable | Margin Squeeze : Rising Costs, Softening Demands
In this month's Business Owner Roundtable, small business owners from any industry are welcome to join to discuss this urgent issue for many small businesses as demand and customer purchasing power have declined. We will discuss topics such as pricing strategy without losing customers, adjusting the supply chain to meet demand and margin needs, and product and offering assortment adjustments. This is a collaborative session, so come prepared to share, ask questions, and learn from each other.
Men's Book Club | Cave Mountain: A Disappearance and a Reckoning in the Ozarks by Benjamin Hale
In 2001 on top of Cave Mountain in the Arkansas Ozarks a six-year-old girl named Haley, the author's cousin, got lost on a mountain trail, prompting what was at the time the largest search and rescue mission in the state’s history. Her disappearance and her account, after she was found, of the “imaginary friend” she met in the woods, would eventually become connected to another story that took place in the same wilderness more than twenty years earlier. At its center are two young girls, years apart, both in danger in the verdant wilds of northern Arkansas.
Women's Book Club | The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson
For this month’s book, we have a Vogue summer book read and a story set with the classic East Coast charm. Follow our main character and aspiring writer, Caroline Lash, through messy relationships, late nights with friends, children, and and secrets being unraveled. Come to discuss your thoughts, questions, and surprises of this read!
Wellness Talk | Mastering Stress & Building Resilience
Stress is unavoidable, but staying stuck in survival mode doesn’t have to be. Chronic stress impacts everything from hormones and sleep to energy, focus, and overall health. The good news? You can train your body and mind to respond differently. Join us for an interactive workshop where we’ll pinpoint the major stressors in your life and talk through practical strategies to build resilience. The session will begin with a guided breathwork to help you experience nervous system regulation firsthand.
Ozark Storytelling Conversation
What does it mean to belong to a place that is rapidly changing, and what do we carry with us when we choose to stay or leave? Join NWA writer Allen Schaidle for an evening of storytelling and conversation drawn from his growing collection of short stories, The Natural Lives of Here & Now, exploring the collisions between Arkansas folklore, rural identity, the natural world, and modern life. Each reading will be followed by a conversation exploring storytelling, regional identity, growth, and what it means to make a home in a place caught between its past and its future.
Backyard Lounge & Listen
Let us listen to smooth beats as we fall into autumn. Use this time to lie back, reset for the weekend, 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!
The Traitors Season 5 Premier Watch Party
Join us to find out who will be the grand-prize winner of this season’s competition. With new casting, see who will withstand the wit, trials, and deceit of the traitors. We will be sitting on the edge of our seats in the Club Lounge. Come for an exhilarating night in.
Texas Hold 'Em Night
Chips and sips galore! Bring that Southern energy out tonight for some (non)gambling goodness. Open for all experience levels; come by for some Texas fun!
Amazeum Woodworking Workshop
We are dusting off our saws and safety goggles. We will meet at the Amazeum for a hands-on craftsmanship experience. Learn from experienced woodworkers to create a unique, wooden craft. Materials will be provided for all experience levels so that you can enjoy the art of woodworking.
Author Spotlight | Priya Parker
Enjoy an intimate conversation with Priya Parker on her book, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict. A conversation on community and conflict, a topic about two sides of the same coin. One without the other may simply not exist. Join us for a conversation on building healthy relationships.
Euchre Game Night
Back by popular demand! Euchre is making its round once again at BlakeSt for another night of Midwestern fun, friends, and laughter. Find us in Rockhound for a competitive evening.
Campfire & Gourmet S'mores
Join us around the campfire for a classic, Arkansan night outdoors. Set in our BlakeSt Backyard, we will be building a campfire, making s’mores, and sharing stories under the stars. There is no better way to enjoy this fall night!
Wellness Open House
Discover all that BlakeSt Wellness offers at our Wellness Open House! Explore our wellness offerings, meet our team, tour our spaces, and learn how massage therapy, esthetics, personal training, classes, and more can support your wellness goals. Whether you're new to BlakeSt or have been a Member for a while, we would love to see you!
Three Henrys Winery Tasting
Coming from the Pays d’Oc region in a family-owned estate, four wines will be on the tasting board. Learn about the Southern France wines with a knowledgeable representative straight from Three Henry’s Winery.
Poolside Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Join us for fresh air during this sound bath to help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Pawns and Pours
Join us for an evening of chess paired perfectly with your preferred pour. Order your drink of choice to help your inner Grandmaster skills come out for the evening. We invite friendly competition of all skill levels, but most importantly, your friends you have been meaning to defeat. Try different strategies and win this gambit!
Live Concert | Jukebox Confession
A night of tunes and grooves, we will be having another backyard concert for the books. A night to remember and music to enjoy. Bring a few friends for drinks and mingle as we dance the night away to 90’s country classics. Purchase a guest pass at the Community Desk to enjoy this evening with friends.
Author Spotlight | K.L. Sadler - Presented by the Psychedelic Society of Arkansas
From serving as a special agent to learning to live with trauma, author K.L. Sadler will be leading the discussion on the use of psychedelics and personal growth. In partnership with the Psychedelic Society of Arkansas, we will have an anecdotal, informative conversation.
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!
Poolside Sound Bath
Fall into a trance as we dive into an ethereal experience. Join us for fresh air during this sound bath to help you start your week rested, mindful, and refreshed.
Craft Night | Botanical Floating Frames | 6:30 pm
Create a one-of-a-kind botanical artwork using pressed flowers, delicate greenery, vintage-inspired papers, and subtle metallic accents. You’ll arrange your composition inside a floating glass frame for an elegant, layered piece that feels both timeless and modern. No experience needed; all materials and instruction are provided.
Craft Night | Botanical Floating Frames 8 pm
Create a one-of-a-kind botanical artwork using pressed flowers, delicate greenery, vintage-inspired papers, and subtle metallic accents. You’ll arrange your composition inside a floating glass frame for an elegant, layered piece that feels both timeless and modern. No experience needed; all materials and instruction are provided.
Soul Circle | Being Faithful to Yourself
Whether it is fear of conflict or a need to please others, we can find ourselves agreeing to things that we don't want to do, or that are not true for us. Being faithful, at times, is being true to who we are, what we like, and what is right for us. This is scary, which faith usually is.
Disney Movie Trivia Night
Turn your Mickey ears on to hear these trivia questions! Whether you are an aficionado or a recent fanatic, we invite you to put your knowledge to the test. Our Club Lounge will turn into Club 33 for the night as we guess all things Disney magic!
Soul Circle | Living a Big Life
The concept of soul friends is ancient. It goes beyond mere compatibility. It is an invitation to meet people beyond personality. It is a commitment to spiritually travel together on each person's journey to build a deeper relationship. Join us for another round table discussion as we explore the true meaning of true connection.
Summer Cookie Decorating Class with Bakewell Cookies
BlakeSt is turning into a bakery! Bakewell Cookies will be hosting not one, but two Summer Cookie Decorating Classes! Get your aprons and creative minds on, because we will be eating the art.
BlakeSt Family Day Pool Party
Celebrate the final days of summer with Family Day at BlakeSt. BlakeSt is opening the doors for all our younger family members to enjoy the pool, glitter tattoos, magic, and music. On this special day, we invite members to bring their children for a relaxing, fun-filled day at the pool. We’ll have an inflatable obstacle course, pool floaties, a brunch special, and adult drinks to make it memorable for all ages. Jason Verners will be featuring family-friendly magic tricks to entertain attendees of all ages.
BlakeSt Family Day Brunch
Let your family dive into a delicious meal together before diving into all the Family Day festivities! This is our home away from home, with specials that make it feel like one too. Let’s get a great start to the day!
Brand New Magic Show with Jason Verners
A new theatrical experience created exclusively for BlakeSt House. Jason has been developing brand-new material, fresh interactive moments, and never-before-seen illusions that will make their debut during this special performance. Filled with laughter, audience participation, and mind-bending magic, this is a one-night experience designed to surprise even returning guests. Bring your friends, enjoy a cocktail, and settle in for an unforgettable evening.
Jazz & Magic with Jason Verners
Our annual magician and Member favorite, Jason Verners is returning to BlakeSt! Kick off a magical week in the Backyard as Jason shares his most intimate close-up magic in a casual cocktail hour with laid-back jazz.
Best of Magic Show | Jason Verners
Jason takes the stage for Night One - a high-energy showcase featuring some of his most unforgettable magic and audience-favorite moments. Combining impossible sleight-of-hand, interactive storytelling, comedy, and surprises throughout the evening, this performance is perfect for first-time guests and returning fans alike. Think you might finally catch how the magic works this year? Here’s your chance.
Jazz & Magic with Jason Verners
Our annual magician and Member favorite, Jason Verners is returning to BlakeSt! Kick off a magical week in the Backyard as Jason shares his most intimate close-up magic in a casual cocktail hour with laid-back jazz.
Backyard Lounge & Listen
Bring out your inner peace with us in the backyard. Grab a drink, grab some bites, and relax into the night with us as DJ Todd navigates the night into a laid-back experience.
Astrology with Anya
The stars have aligned! We will be having an introductory class on astrology and understanding the stars in simple terms. We will apply what we have learned to practice in our own birth charts and even events. Come ready with an internet accessible device and your birth time to unravel the cheat-code to your life!
Friends of Dorthy Social Gathering
Gather for a night of new friends, some drinks, and fabulous fun! We are turning the Club Lounge into a safe space for finding LGBTQ+ community at BlakeSt. Bring a friend and join us!
Reset Your Routine: An End-of-Summer Wellness Workshop
As summer winds down and routines begin to return, August is the perfect time for a fresh start. This interactive workshop is designed to help you reset your daily habits and create a realistic plan for a healthier, more balanced fall. Together, we’ll identify a few meaningful goals, choose simple habits that fit your lifestyle, and learn practical strategies for staying consistent, even when life gets busy. You’ll leave with a personalized plan, actionable tools, and the confidence to build routines that actually last.
Writer’s Workshop | Finding Your Voice: Writing with Clarity and Confidence
This first session focuses on removing the filters that get in the way of clear, natural writing. You’ll learn how to separate writing from editing and experience how quickly ideas begin to flow when you do. Whether starting fresh or continuing a current piece, you’ll move your writing forward with greater ease and clarity.
Women’s Book Club | The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
The Anxious Generation by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that the steep rise in teen mental illness is due to a shift from a "play-based childhood" to a "phone-based childhood". He claims parents overprotect children offline and underprotect them online, creating a vulnerable generation suffering from sleep deprivation, addiction, and social isolation.
Men’s Book Club | Confederacy of Dunes by John Kennedy Toole
Turned down by countless publishers and submitted by the author's mother years after his suicide, the book won the 1981 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Today, there are over 1,500,000 copies in print worldwide. Toole's lunatic and sage novel introduces one of the most memorable characters in American literature, Ignatius Reilly, a mad Oliver Hardy, a fat Don Quixote, a perverse Thomas Aquinas rolled into one -- who is in violent revolt against the entire modern age. Ignatius' ire explodes when his mother backs her car into another automobile. The owner of the damaged vehicle insists on payment; Mrs. Reilly demands that her son cease watching television and writing in his Big Chief tablet and get a job.
Poolside Sound Bath
Relax on loungers as we dive into a sound experience meant to soothe, realign, and refresh you. Start off your week with this meditative experience as you breathe in fresh air.
Sunny Summer Sunflowers Bunco
Let’s roll the dice and get this game started! A game with happy, sunflower luck, friendship, and of course, summer beverages. Come by for an opportunity to rotate teams, mingle, and win some prizes (even if it is for the most losses)!
Kitchen Takeover | Junto Sushi
We are excited to welcome Chef Donovan Johnson of Junto Sushi for our second Kitchen Takeover series. Chef Donovan will highlight his passion for locally sourced, seasonal ingredients while bringing all the flavors of Japan to our tables. This exclusive collaboration is a one-night-only event.
Young Entrepreneurs Social
Have your own business or are interested in starting one? Highlighting young entrepreneurs, this event is an opportunity for networking, mentorship, and gaining fresh ideas. With guest speaker, Heather Applegate, we will highlight the journey it took to start a business.
Craft Night | Leather Catch-All Trays
Craft a timeless leather valet tray that’s perfect for organizing watches, jewelry, keys, or everyday essentials. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll personalize leather, learn a few fundamental leatherworking techniques, and assemble a beautiful catch-all tray you’ll use for years to come. No experience required; all materials and tools are provided.
Full Signal | Being Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable
In this Full Signal session, we’ll explore what triggers discomfort, how we respond to it, and practical ways to stay present, listen better, manage our reactions, and grow through uncomfortable moments. Once we understand our reasons for our discomfort, we can transition to being comfortable in the same moments where we were previously uncomfortable.
Mixology Monday | Daiquiris
Join our talented lead bartender, Evelyn, to learn all the fundamentals of a good daiquiri! You will get to see the process, proportions, and mix-ins needed while getting to taste too!
Poolside Sound Bath
Relax on loungers as we dive into a sound experience meant to soothe, realign, and refresh you. Start off your week with this meditative experience as you breathe in fresh air.
Mahjong Learn & Play
Been eyeing our Mahjong events from the sidelines? Don’t fret, as we will be having an open night to ask questions, practice, and have real play experience. With our Mahjongers Game Night coming later in the month, this is the perfect warm-up for beginners.
Lot7 Wellness Consultations
LotSeven Wellness Consults are personalized mini wellness consultations designed to help you refresh your summer self-care routine. Members can sign up upon arrival to receive a focused one-on-one consultation, expert guidance tailored to their wellness goals, personalized product recommendations, and a take-home wellness goodie bag.
Poolside Lounge & Listen
Lounge and mingle by the pool as DJ Todd sets the tone for the day with laid-back tunes. Allow yourself to rest on the lounger you’ve been eyeing, and dip into our pool for a mid-day refresher. Follow it up with a cool drink, and you’ve got yourself a spectacular day.
Illinois River Kayaking Trip
Explore the Illinois River in a new light. Kayak the river to set off on a 3-mile adventure full of new sights, native species, and friendly camaraderie. Top this adventure off at Creekside Taproom for a nice end to the day.
Backyard Concert | Ira Wold
New-folk music will fill the House as Ira Wolf embraces us with her magical vocals. Raised in Montana and narrating her experience on tour, Ira Wolf describes the influences on her music. Join us for an evening of gathering, music, and summer memories that will last.
Sparkling Wine Exploration Night
Join our knowledgeable sommelier and Service Manager, Keshia Slater, into a journey exploring sparkling wines to enjoy the summer. Add some bubbles and sparkles to your life by finding your favorite wine from our tasting selection.