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BENTONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 271-3192 www.bentonvillelibrary.org

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FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 856-7000 www.faylib.org

ROGERS PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 621-1152 www.rogerspubliclibrary.org

SPRINGDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 750-8180 www.springdalelibrary.org

June 2022

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The Jones Center Funday Sunday Springdale | 1:30pm - 3:30pm Funday Sunday Ice Skating Access. Sign-up required thejonescenter. net/funday-sunday

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Bella Vista Public Library Summer Reading Program Bella Vista | All day An annual summer reading program for patrons of all ages! This year, we're exploring an Ocean of Possibilities! We'll meet sea creatures, create crafts, and read along the way!

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Fayetteville Square Fayetteville Farmers Market Fayetteville | 7am - 1pm Locally produced vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants, meats, baked goods, honey, eggs, jams, juried crafts, and fine art from the fourcounty area. All producers grow and make their products within 60 miles of Fayetteville.

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All Kid's Meals - only $199 All Day, Everyday See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

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Rogers Public Library Family Storytime Rogers | 6:30pm - 7:30pm Join Ms. Mayra for stories, Spanish vocabulary and crafts! All ages are welcome to this program that's fun for the whole family!

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Fayetteville Public Library - Hunt Family Gathering Glade Tuesdays with Mr. Troy Fayetteville | 10am - 10:30am Come have fun singing and playing with Mr. Troy!

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Arvest Ballpark Northwest Arkansas Naturals Springdale | 2:05pm The Naturals vs. The Springfield Cardinals

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Altitude Trampoline Park Sensory Sunday Fayetteville | 10am - 12pm For just $10, Altitude provides a quiet, toned-down jumping experience on the 1st Sunday of each month.

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Amazeum Zing into Kindergarten Bentonville | M-F 8:30-11:30am Your child builds skills for school through playful exploration of sensory science, tools, engineering, art, numbers and literacy designed specifically for kids entering Kindergarten in the fall.

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Springdale Public Library Young Adult Area YA YAY Day: Coding Club Bentonville | 4:30pm - 6pm Learn how to code with Fiero Code! You can bring your own laptop or you can use a Library computer. Fiero Code is a free resource provided by the Library to those with a valid Library card. For grade 6-12.

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Bella Vista Public Library Family Storytime Bella Vista | 5:30pm - 6:30pm Family Storytime is for children ages 6-8 to gather for ageappropriate stories, crafts and activities.

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The Jones Center Funday Sunday Springdale | 1:30pm - 3:30pm Funday Sunday Ice Skating Access. Sign-up required thejonescenter. net/funday-sunday

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Amazeum Partners in Play Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Introducing children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). Monthly themes build your child's sense of wonder and playfulness as you engage together in curiosity and hands-on discovery. For children 6 & under with caregiver.

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Rogers Public Library Animal Explorers Rogers | 10qm - 11am Join Ms. Nina for stories, crafts, and more all about different animals! Registration is required.

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This month in History… June is National Candy Month

June 2, 1835 - P.T. Barnum and his circus begins their first tour of the United States June 14, 1775 - The United States Army is first established June 16, 1884 - The first roller coaster in the US opens at Coney Island June 18, 1983 - Sally Ride is the first American woman in outer space June 26, 1819 - The bicycle is invented

Amazeum Priceless Night at the Amazeum Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Pay-as-you-wish to the Amazeum every Wednesday!

Springdale Public Library - Young Adult Area YA YAY Day: Coding Club Bentonville | 4:30pm - 6pm Learn how to code with Fiero Code! You can bring your own laptop or you can use a Library computer. Fiero Code is a free resource provided by the Library to those with a valid Library card. For grade 6-12.

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The Jones Center Springdale Farmers Market Springdale | 7am - 1pm Our vendors offer fresh produce, honey, eggs, baked goods, jams, salsa and craft items.

Gulley Park Summer Concert Series Fayetteville | 7pm - 9pm Blue Water Highway

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Gulley Park Gulley Park Summer Concert Series Fayetteville | 7pm - 9pm King Cabbage Brass Band

Parsons Stadium Rodeo of the Ozarks Springdale | All Day Wednesday - Saturday

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Downtown Fayetteville Fayetteville Roots on the Avenue Fayetteville | Friday - Sunday Two musical acts each evening and is an intimate, urban, outdoor street concert experience.

Walmart AMP Backstreet Boys Rogers | 7:30pm

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Bella Vista Public Library Preschool Storytime Bella Vista | 10am - 11am Join Ms. Ellen and guest readers for stories, songs and crafts all about this week’s theme! Best for ages 1-4.

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Four Points Sheraton Arkansas Anime Festival Bentonville | Friday - Sunday The longest-running anime and gaming convention in the state! Bentonville Bike Fest Bentonville | Friday - Sunday An annual celebration of cycling culture, welcoming cyclists, bike fans and families of all disciplines, ages, skill levels and abilities.

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Parsons Stadium Rodeo of the Ozarks Springdale | All Day Wednesday - Saturday Heart-stopping entertainment acts, a hilarious clown, heartwarming children’s events, western lifestyle vendors, and finger-licking good rodeo food.

Buy One, Get One Free See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

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Gulley Park Summer Concert Series Fayetteville | 7pm - 9pm Funk Factory

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Walmart AMP Brothers Osborne Outlaw Music Festival Rogers | 5:40pm Willie Nelson & Family with Brothers Osborne, Steve Earle & The Dukes and Allison Russell. Gates open at 4:30pm. Music starts at 5:40pm.

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3B Off Road & RV Park Amphitheater Firework Show Eureka Springs | 6pm 2nd Annual Firework Show! More information at eurekaspringschamber.com

Amazeum Priceless Night at the Amazeum Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Pay-as-you-wish to the Amazeum every Wednesday!

Walmart AMP Maverick City Music Rogers | 6:45pm Billboard’s No. 2 Gospel artist of 2021. A multi-racial, multi-cultural, genre-bending collective that brings hope to all regardless of whatever race, gender preference and faith.

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Fayetteville Square First Thursday Fayetteville | 5pm - 8:30pm A free, family friendly event with live music, street performances, children’s activities, food trucks and more! Gulley Park Summer Concert Series Fayetteville | 7pm - 9pm Pert Near Sandstone

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Gulley Park Summer Concert Series Fayetteville | 7pm - 9pm Brennen Leigh

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Get a FREE Medium Cone with any purchase!! See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

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Fayetteville Square Fayetteville Farmers Market Fayetteville | 7am - 1pm

Downtown Bentonville Bentonville Farmers Market Bentonville | 7:30am - 1pm

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Look for the July issue of Kid's Directory next week!

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Fayetteville Square | 7am - 1pm Fayetteville Farmers Market Frisco Plaza | 7:30am - 1pm Rogers Farmers Market

Bentonville Square 7:30am - 1pm Bentonville Farmers Market