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.

Ozark Storytelling Conversation
Sep
16

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.

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Backyard Lounge & Listen
Sep
17

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!

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The Traitors Season 5 Premier Watch Party
Sep
17

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.

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Amazeum Woodworking Workshop
Sep
20

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.

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Author Spotlight | Priya Parker
Sep
21

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.

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Euchre Game Night
Sep
21

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.

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Campfire & Gourmet S'mores
Sep
22
to Sep 23

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!

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Wellness Open House
Sep
23

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!

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Three Henrys Winery Tasting
Sep
23

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.

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Poolside Sound Bath
Sep
23

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.

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Pawns and Pours
Sep
24

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!

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Live Concert | Jukebox Confession
Sep
25

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.

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Mahjongers Game Night
Sep
27

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!

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Craft Night | Botanical Floating Frames | 6:30 pm
Sep
28

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.

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Craft Night | Botanical Floating Frames 8 pm
Sep
28

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.

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Soul Circle | Being Faithful to Yourself
Sep
29

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.

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Wellness Talk | Mastering Stress & Building Resilience
Sep
16

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.

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Women's Book Club | The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson
Sep
15

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!

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Men's Book Club | Cave Mountain: A Disappearance and a Reckoning in the Ozarks by Benjamin Hale
Sep
15

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.

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Business Owner's Roundtable | Margin Squeeze : Rising Costs, Softening Demands
Sep
14

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.

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Mahjong Learn & Play
Sep
13

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.

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Craft Collaborative | Indigo-Dye Workshop
Sep
12

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!

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Synchronized Swim Class
Sep
12

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!

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Color Analysis Matching Event | 7 PM
Sep
11

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!

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Color Analysis Matching Event | 4 PM
Sep
11

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!

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Inner Tube Water Polo
Sep
10

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!

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Fireside Music Circle
Sep
10

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.

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Bentonville Public Art Walking Tour
Sep
9

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.

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Lake Atalanta Paddleboard Trip
Sep
9

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!

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Poolside Labor Day DJ
Sep
7

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.

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Labor Day Weekend Concert | The Juice
Sep
6

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.

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Backyard Cookout & Live Music
Sep
5

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.

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Firsty Friday Happy Hour
Sep
4

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!

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Backyard Lounge & Listen
Sep
3

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!

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Mom’s Group Luncheon
Aug
31

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.

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Mahjongers Game Night
Aug
30

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!

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Poolside Bingo
Aug
30

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.

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Craft Collaborative | Mini Barn Quilt Tiles
Aug
29

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!

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Poolside Lounge & Listen
Aug
29

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.

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Monikers Game Night
Aug
27

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!

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