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Farmer’s Markets
Bella Vista Farmers Market will operate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays through October in the parking lot of Village Center, 606 W. Lancashire Blvd. The Bella Vista Farmers Market is one of few markets in the Northwest Arkansas area that operates on Sunday. The outdoor market promotes health and wellness to the community while supporting local farmers, crafters and small businesses. The fun, family-friendly environment is a great place to gather on a Sunday afternoon, to fill your fridge with fresh goods, or simply visit with your neighbors. The market coordinator is accepting applications for vendors, nonprofit groups, crafters, musicians and entertainers. To apply, visit the city’s website at www.bellavistaar.gov/farmers-market/ and complete the online application. Contact the market coordinator with questions at farmersmarket@bellavistaar.gov.
Mountain Happenings At Sim’s Corner Farmer’s Market is scheduled every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 30 this year. The address is 10289 E. State Highway 90 in Pineville, Mo. It boasts a special themed event on the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month. The market will be canceled if there is a 60 percent or greater chance of rain.
Bentonville Farmer’s Market On the Square is scheduled every Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. through mid-October. The address is 100 N. Main Street, Bentonville. This market offers local fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, flowers and crafts. Market signage encourages face coverings, six feet of separation, and limited time spent shopping. Seniors and high-risk shoppers are encouraged to visit the market between 7:30 and 8:30 a.m. Tents will be at least 10 feet apart and vendors will wear masks. In the majority of areas, only one side of the street will be utilized. The market will have four designated entrances. Six hand sanitizing stations are located throughout the market footprint.
International Food Festival
United Lutheran Church (100 Cooper Road, Bella Vista) is hosting the Annual Village International Food Festival in June, July, August and October this year. June 12 will be the first. They will serve food via “drive-up” service from 4 to 6 p.m. This month is good ol’ American food (meatloaf, potato casserole, green beans, roll and apple cake). Call the church office at 479-855-1325 for reservations. The deadline for reservations is June 10. Cost is $12 per meal.
Next month is Jamaican food. Everyone is welcome!
Highlands Flea and Boutique
The Highlands Flea and Boutique will be 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 11, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 12. This 26th annual event will be held at Highlands Church and hosted by the United Methodist Women. All proceeds are donated to local women’s and children’s charities. Items for sale will include household, linens, collectibles, jewelry, furniture, books, lawn amd garden, coffee shop and bakery. If you wish to sell your own items for profit, make a reservation for an outside space by calling 479-855-2277.
Bella Vista Courtesy Van
Bella Vista Courtesy Van has resumed services following a 14-month suspension due to the covid-19 outbreak.
In order to ride the van, and to ensure everyone’s initial safety, all drivers and passengers must wear masks and have received their vaccinations and completed the full twoweek immunization period following their last shot(s).
Before scheduling the first ride, riders need to provide a copy of their covid vaccination record by scanning the card and emailing it to bvcvan@ gmail.com, or mailing a copy to 1801 Forest Hills Blvd., Suite 120, Bella Vista, AR 72715. Records will be updated and the copy will be destroyed.
Caregivers riding with van customers are also required to provide their shot records and wear masks.
As in the past, ride reservations must be made 48 hours in advance by calling 479-855-7663.
The Courtesy Van looks forward to continuing its service to those with transportation needs. Anyone interested in being a volunteer driver or scheduler can learn more by calling the number above and leaving a message.
Bella Vista Historical Museum
The Bella Vista Historical Museum is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Masks continue to be required and visitors are asked to practice social distancing while in the museum to keep it safe for our volunteers and our visitors. If you have a group interested in scheduling a meeting at the museum for a program about the history of Bella Vista, please leave a message at the museum, 479-855-2335. The museum is located at 1885 Bella Vista Way, at the corner of Highway 71 and Kingsland, next door to the former American Legion building. Website: bellavistamuseum.org.
Bella Vista Library
The Bella Vista Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. The library will be closed from 1 to 2 p.m. daily for cleaning. The hour from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. each day is reserved for those who are high-risk for exposure to the coronavirus.
Bella Vista Fly Tyers Sporting Sale
The Bella Vista Fly Tyers Club Sporting Sale will be held June 5 (note date change) at the Riordan Hall Pavilion in Bella Vista. The sale will begin at 10 a.m. Money raised from the sale will be used for education and conservation programs for the lakes within Bella Vista.
The club is asking for donations of fishing and sporting goods for the sale. Donations of used or new sporting goods (all types, not just fishing) will gladly be accepted. The Fly Tyers will pick up your donations or you can deliver them to Tom Diepenbrock (636-4433325).
Property Owners Association — POA
The annual Metfield Kids Fishing Derby will be held May 15 at the Metfield Clubhouse pond. Local children between the ages of 3 and 15 are welcome to participate. Parents do not need a fishing license but must not aid children in reeling in fish. Participants must provide their own bait and tackle. The event starts at 7 a.m. and goes to 11 a.m. Call the lakes department at 479-8555068 with any questions.
Welcome Meet and Greet for New Residents will be held May 15 via Zoom from 10 to 11:30 a.m. New residents are encouraged to attend to learn of the amenities here in Bella Vista. Also, you will be introduced to the mayor (Peter Christie) and the COO of the POA (Tom Judson). If you are interested in learning more about this Welcome Meet and Greet, please email bvwelcomesu@gmail.com. You will be sent detailed information.
The election for POA board members closes May 18. Bios, photos and videos of the five candidates running for the POA board are on the POA website at: bellavistapoa.com/election. 2021 board candidates in ballot order are Daniel T. Berghamer, Mike Abb, JB Portillo, Jan Hagan, Jacklyn Gain.
Chef Jerry’s Cooking Class / Summer Salads at Lakepoint is from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 25; $20 / Reservations required 479-855-8110.
Memorial Day LIVE! Member Appreciation with summer cook-out favorites at three locations: Lakepoint, BV Bar & Grill and the Highlands Pub & Patio. The event is scheduled 4 to 8 p.m. at all locations with happy hour pricing through the event. There will also be live entertainment at all locations: BV Bar & Grill with Rick Atha, Lakepoint with Kurt Hunter and the Highlands Pub & Patio will feature Clint Scrivner. A $10 ticket includes the entertainment and one drink ticket. Tickets are on sale now