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I-49 Bella Vista Bypass
The I-49 Connector Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday with Governors Parson and Hutchinson in attendance at the Missouri/Arkansas I-49 state line. The bypass is scheduled to be open to the driving public on Friday.
Blessing of the Animals
On Sunday at 4 p.m. St. Theodore’s Episcopal Church will hold its annual “Blessing of the Animals” on the church parking lot. The event is open to the public and all well-behaved animals and owners are welcome. Pet beds made by the Calico Cutups Quild Guild will be given to all attendees.
Riordan Hall Christmas Bazaar
Out of abundance of caution and much deliberation, the 2021 Christmas Bazaar at Riordan Hall has been canceled. Please email any questions or concerns to Riordan Hall at Riordan@ bvvpoa.com or call 479855-8170.
Oasis of NWA Purses with Purpose
Purses with Purpose is a unique silent auction hosted by Oasis of Northwest Arkansas. Items include new and gently used designer purses, jewelry, accessories, luxury gift baskets, and so much more. Oasis of Northwest Arkansas believes each purse or item sold has a purpose and truly makes a difference. All proceeds benefit the women and children the organization serves. Keynote speakers, such as Judge Zimmerman and addiction and child welfare specialists from the DHS, will be joining to spread awareness on what recovery and addiction entail and why Oasis helps.
The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9 at Oasis of Hope Second Chance Thrift Shop, 115. N. Dixieland Road in Rogers. The ticket price is $25; the virtual ticket price is $15. The ticket link is https:// purses-with-purpose-tickets.eventbrite.com.
Tickets include swag bags (worth ticket price), coffee and dessert bar, and an entry for the gold ticket winner — gold ticket winnings include a new designer handbag, day of pampering, gift cards and more.
Fly Tyers Fall Sporting Goods Sale
The Bella Vista Fly Tyers is having a fall sporting goods sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Kingsdale Pavilion, next to Riordan Hall, 3 Riordan Hall Drive. Items include tools, camping gear, outdoor gear, tackle, outdoor wear, marine gear, etc. Proceeds support BVFT Club’s charitable projects and projects on the Bella Vista lakes.
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 donations or you can deliver them to Tom Diepenbrock (636443-3325).
St. Bernard Women’s Club Annual Holiday Bazaar
Winter Wonderland will return this year from 8 a.m to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at St. Bernard Catholic Church.
The bazaar will be bigger and better this year after last year’s covid cancellation. The church’s
Tuesday Crafters have been busy making some of the annual requested items and creating new items to share. The annual bazaar features handmade holiday crafts, baked goods, hand-painted items, jewelry, the famous Trinkets & Treasures, floral, and a 50/50 drawing and raffle items. There will be breakfast — cinnamon rolls and coffee — and lunch — chicken noodle soup or chili, pulled pork sandwich, pie, iced tea or coffee. Carry-outs will also be available. With Christmas around the corner, it is time to put this year’s Winter Wonderland on the calendar so as not to miss out. Bring your friends and neighbors and watch for the big bazaar sign in front of the church.
Community Band
All are welcome to the Bella Vista Community Concert Band concert 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Bella Vista Community Church. Call Shari Ogburn at 918-688-3582 for additional information.
Farmers Market
Bella Vista Farmers Market operates 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 Sundays. The outdoor market promotes health and wellness to the community while supporting local farmers, crafters and small businesses.
City of Bella Vista
Republic Services will offer a fall appliance pickup free of charge to Bella Vista residents with accounts in good standing during the week of
Oct 4. Residents should sign up prior to the week of pickup. Sign-ups will be accepted online or by phone through 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1. Sign up online at https://bellavistaar.gov/residents/appliancepickup.php or by phone at 479-876-1255, opt. 4. Items should be placed at the curb by 6 a.m. Monday, Oct. 4, regardless of individual pickup days. Depending on the number of participants, pickup could take a few days.
Refrigerators or other items that use Freon will be accepted if the Freon has been professionally evacuated and tagged. A list of other items that are not allowed can be found online at the link above. If registering online, please complete a registration for each item, if you have multiple items to be picked up. Call 479876-1255, opt. 4 with any questions.
Property Owners Association (POA)
The Board of Directors is launching an effort to develop a Five-Year Strategic Plan for the Bella Vista Property Owners Association. This plan will be used to determine the directionality and funding of projects over the next five years. Member input is critical in the development of this Plan.
Member Survey —On Oct. 1st, a survey will be sent out to all members in good standing with 11 questions. If the POA has your email address on file, you will receive an online survey. If you do not receive an online survey, please check your spam folder. If the POA does not have your email address on file, you will receive a paper survey in the mail. The survey should take less than five minutes to complete. All surveys are due by Nov. 15.