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Ribbon Cuttings
Job Postings
Hot Deals
Member Announcements
Scholarship Opportunities (when available)
Upcoming Events
607 N Market St, Benton, Ar 72015 • 501-860-7002 • reception@bentonchamber.com
You are invited to the following ribbon-cutting event.
We hope you will come out and support the following Chamber members!
Monday, April 21, 2025
11:00 am – First Service Bank
3525 Hwy 5N, Suite 400 – Bryant
(Backside of Baxley-Penfield-Moudy Realtors)
You are invited to the following ribbon-cutting event.
We hope you will come out and support the following Chamber members!
Thursday, April 24, 2025
10:30 am – Level Technologies
Benton Chamber – 607 N Market St – Benton
You are invited to the following ribbon-cutting event.
We hope you will come out and support the following Chamber members!
Friday, April 25, 2025
10:30 am – Kinfolk Acres
22000 I-30 Frontage Road, Suite 7 – Bryant
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11:00 am – Allstate Insurance – Rena Gillam
2103 Hwy 5N – Benton
You are invited to the following ribbon-cutting event.
We hope you will come out and support the following Chamber members!
Friday, May 16, 2025
10:30 am – Archer-Knight Health & Wellness
112 W Sevier St. – Benton
You are invited to the following ribbon-cutting event.
We hope you will come out and support the following Chamber members!
Friday, May 30, 2025
11:00 am – West Side Pharmacy – Military Road
1525 Military Road – Benton
Job Postings
For a complete list of Job Postings, visit: http://bentonchamber.
If you have a job posting you would like to be included, you can email the information to Melinda Vergona at reception@bentonchamber.com
Hot Deals
Saline County Travel Club April Specials
Saline County Travel Club
Get $75 off any trip and be entered for a chance to win a FREE trip. At least $100 off for repeat travelers from any EF trip. $100 off if already enrolled in another trip.
$99 secures your spot and locks in the price. https://bentonchamber.
Sleep Number Friends and Family Event – Up to $1,000 Off Smart Beds
Sleep Number
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I wanted to reach out to let all the Chamber members know about our upcoming Friends and Family event. It’s a limited-time offer that gives anyone who wants one of my coupons the BIGGEST sales I can offer. I wanted to share this specifically with all the members of the Chamber as a thank you for all you’ve done to help us and the amazing Ribbon Cutting event we had!
I’ve attached a link with all the details, so if you can share this out, feel free. Everyone will be able to see the offers I can give. I would just need to know if anyone wants to snag a coupon because I only get a few. Anyone who wants to use the offer can reach out to me so I can save a coupon and set a time to show them the beds.
Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information!
Sleep Number 11279 – Bryant | 20461 Interstate 30, Benton, AR 72015 | Call or Text: 501-441-0151 | sleepnumber.com | facebook.com/sleepnumber
From April 8 – 24, 2025
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Give us a call or stop in for details! Click Here for the flyer.
501-441-0151 | 20461 I-30 Suite A Benton, AR 72015
Promotion Through April 24.
Carports, Barns, Garages, Sheds & Much More!
Hanke Building Sales
Hanke Building Sales offers various outdoor structures, including metal carports, RV covers, garages, barns, and Graceland portable buildings. Our Graceland portable buildings include options like lofted barns, garden sheds, and cabins, all customizable to fit your needs with standard financing and rent-to-own options available. Including no credit check, affordable monthly payments, and free delivery and setup, we make it easy to get the perfect building for your storage, workshop, or living space. Whether for residential or commercial use, Hanke Building Sales has the ideal solution.
501-262-3399 | 8744 US 70 – Benton | https://hankebuildingsales.
Member Announcements
Big News! The Sanford Agency is Now Located in Downtown Benton
Farmers Insurance Scott Sanford Agency
Big News! The Sanford Agency is now serving you from our new location at 312 W South Street in downtown Benton! Same great team, same business hours – just a new office to better serve you. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Coverage You Trust, Care You Deserve. Click Here for the flyer.
501-776-1936 | ssandford@farmersagent.com | www.farmersagent.com/ssandford
Audition Announcement – Royal Players Presents Jekyll & Hyde
Royal Players
The Royal Theater announces auditions for their fall production of JEKYLL & HYDE- THE MUSICAL sponsored by Little Rock Allergy & Asthma Clinic.
Play Description: Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic thriller, Jekyll & Hyde is the gripping tale of a brilliant mind gone horrifically awry, set to a powerful pop-rock score by Frank Wildhorn with book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. Takes place in the 1880s London. In an attempt to cure his ailing father’s mental illness by separating “good” from “evil” in the human personality, talented physician Dr. Jekyll inadvertently creates an alternate personality of pure evil, dubbed Mr. Hyde, who wreaks murderous havoc on the city of London. As his fiancée Emma grows increasingly fearful for her betrothed, a lady of the night, Lucy, finds herself dangerously involved with both the doctor and his alter ego. Struggling to control Hyde before he takes over for good, Jekyll must race to find a cure for the demon he has created in his own mind. Click Here for the flyer.
Auditions: Saturday, June 7th, Saturday is 10 AM to noon and then from 2 PM to 4 PM
Callbacks: Sunday, June 8th
Auditions will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 200 N. Market Street, Benton, AR in the upstairs Choir room (Please use the entrance on Conway Street)
The Saline County Library Aims for Twenty Thousand Facebook Followers
Saline County Library
THE SALINE COUNTY LIBRARY AIMS FOR TWENTY THOUSAND FACEBOOK FOLLOWERS IN PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN, OFFERING PRIZES FOR PARTICIPANTS
The Saline County library currently has over 13,000 followers on the social media platform, Facebook. In the coming months, the library aims to increase its following to 20,000 in a new promotional campaign.
The promotional campaign, titled “20 By Summer” encourages patrons to like, comment, and follow the Facebook page, as well as share it with their friends. Upon reaching regular milestones (at 14,000, 15,000, 16,000, 17,000, 18,000, 19,000 and 20,000 followers on Facebook) the library will have prize drawings. Anyone who has commented on any post containing the hashtag #20BySummer will be entered into the drawing.
“20 By Summer” begins April 13th. On June 2nd the library will begin its annual Summer Reading Challenge, encouraging patrons of all ages to read for 40 days during summer and attend free library events to earn a t-shirt and other prizes.
The Saline County Library has been serving the residents of Saline County since 1931 and has three locations: Benton, Bryant, and East End. Each location provides wireless access computing as well as desktop computers for guest use and several other non-traditional items such as video games, cake pans, small tools, and more. The Saline County Library also provides a variety of events and community outreach programs. For a full list of services and upcoming events, visit www.salinecountylibrary.org or call 501-778-4766. For more information about our programs at the library, including our hours for each location, visit www.SalineCountyLibrary.org.
Stop the Presses, It’s a Newsie Double Feature! Newsies AND Newsies, Jr. are Coming to the Royal Stage This Summer
Royal Players
Stop the presses, it’s a Newsie Double Feature! Newsies AND Newsies, Jr. are coming to the Royal Stage this summer. Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
Audition information for NEWSIES, JR.:
The Young Players will perform Newsies, Jr. at the historic Royal Theatre July 24 – August 3, 2025, under the direction of Daphne Shoppach, with music direction by Bee Golleher, and choreography by Annslee Clay, with producer Carissa A. Lumpkins. Newsies, Jr. Auditions are for grades K-9th (completed grade in May/June 2025). Rehearsals will start in May. Absolutely NO conflicts will be accepted beginning July 19, 2025.
Newsies, Jr. auditions will be held by appointment on Friday, May 2, from 6-9 p.m. If you are unable to attend Friday, you may attend an open call Saturday, May 3, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. or 1 – 5:30 p.m. at Birch Tree Communities, 1502 Mary Kay Blvd, Benton, AR 72015. Audition material will be emailed after the audition form is received. Call backs will be held on Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m., Birch Tree Communities, 1502 Mary Kay Blvd, Benton, AR 72015. If called back, please come prepared & dressed for a dance call as well.
To sign up to audition, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/
To secure an appointment time on Friday, please click here: https://www.
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Audition information for NEWSIES:
The Young Players will perform Newsies at the historic Royal Theatre August 7-17, 2025, under the co-direction of Tony Clay & Annslee Clay, with music direction by Bee Golleher. Annslee Clay will also serve as the Choreographer. Newsies is produced by Carissa A. Lumpkins.
Newsies auditions are for grades 8th -12th (completed grade in May/June 2025) Rehearsals will start after July 4, absolutely NO conflicts will be accepted beginning Aug 2, 2025.
Newsies auditions will be open call on Saturday, May 3 at Birch Tree Communities, 1502 Mary Kay Blvd, Benton, AR 72015. Drop in anytime from 10 -11:30 a.m. or 1-5:30 p.m. Those auditioning should prepare 32 bars of a song and provide the tracks. Call backs will be held on Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m. at Birch Tree Communities, 1502 Mary Kay Blvd, Benton, AR 72015. If called back, please come prepared & dressed for a dance call as well.
Click Here for the flyers.
To sign up to audition, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/
(Roles are listed in the audition form.)
Summer is Right Around the Corner – Starting in May, We Will Be Running Our Wet Space Walk Units!
Space Walk of Middle Arkansas
Summer is right around the corner! Starting in May, we will be running our units wet!! Don’t wait too long to book for your summer event! Click Here for the flyer.
Call 501-847-9325
Double Board-Certified Expert in Pain Management; George J. Arcos, D.O., Joins Arkansas Spine and Pain
Arkansas Spine and Pain
Double Board-Certified Expert in Pain Management Joins Arkansas Spine & Pain LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (TBD) — Arkansas Spine and Pain has announced George J. Arcos, D.O., will join the practice, bringing his more than 30 years of experience in interventional pain
medicine to the team.
Inspired by his childhood family physician to pursue a medical career, Dr. Arcos has dedicated his life to helping patients find relief from acute and chronic pain.
“My mission has always been to restore quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based care. I look forward to working with a team that shares that same vision to bring that care to Arkansans,” said Dr. Arcos.
Arcos is double board-certified in anesthesiology with a subspecialty certification in pain management by the American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology. He was also elected as a
Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists.
“We are incredibly honored to welcome Dr. Arcos to our clinic,” said E. Scot Davis, CEO of Arkansas Spine and Pain. “His proven leadership in pain medicine, commitment to innovation, and dedication to patient care are exactly what we strive for every day.”
Arcos completed a two-year pain medicine fellowship in a military training program at the USAF Regional Hospital in Homestead, Fla., and was awarded the U.S. Air Force Commendation Medal for contributions in pain medicine.
Dr. Arcos is currently accepting patients at Arkansas Spine and Pain’s Conway location but will also provide office hours in Jacksonville and Little Rock.
For more information about Arkansas Spine and Pain, visit ArkansasSpineAndPain.com. Clic
2025 Special Events
Benton Parks & Recreation
Benton Parks & Recreation – 2025 Special Events Dates. Click Here for the flyer.
Adult & Youth Kayaking Classes – Provided by Certified ACA Instructors, Benton Parks hosts 1-Day Kayaking Sessions for Adults and Youth for Beginner and Experienced Paddlers. Sessions are held on our very own Saline River to help families enjoy and feel safer enjoying the beautiful outdoors! For more information, contact the Programming Team at recprograms@bentonar.org. C
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Game Cooking – Registration March 7 – April 25. Date May 8 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | FREE | Ages 9 & older | Gene Moss Building at Tyndall Park.
Contact the Programming Team at recprograms@benontar.org. Clic
Introducing Our Fastest Internet Speed Plans Yet
Comcast Business
Comcast Business is committed to continuously upgrading our network. That’s why we’ve introduced our fastest Internet plans ever – now you could qualify to get up to 3x the speed at no additional cost.*
Click Here for the flyer.
Downtown Benton Farmers Market Season April 5 – October 25
Benton Parks & Recreation
April 5 – October 25 | Saturday Markets – 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | 125 W Ashley St. – Benton
For more information or to be a vendor, please contact Brandon Spurlock – Special Events Manager | brandon.spurlock@bentonar.org or 501-860-9063. Click Here for the flyer.
Hop into Spring with Bunny Tales & More!
Saline County Library
April 2025 Newsletter – It’s going to be an Extravaganza!
Visit https://sclar.
Schedule your Next Amazing Trip
Jenny Carson Travel
1. Greek Island Adventure: https://bit.ly/
2. Christmas on the Danube: https://bit.ly/
ONLY 8 rooms remaining. Call Today!
3. Scotland with Jenny.pdf Click Here for the flyer.
4. Australia.pdf Click Here for the flyer.
How to sign up: Sign up online – Scotland or Australia
Call 1-800-438-7672 with Group Leader name: Beth Mathys for Australia and Jenny Carson for Scotland
Set up a time for someone to contact you – https://calendly.com/
*****Enroll using 2 or 3 if you are planning to room with someone but paying separately.
Beth Mathys – 501-317-5517 | Jenny Carson – 501-943-8484 – www.JennyCarsonTravel.com.
We’re Growing! – Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union is Now Servicing Ten New Counties!!
Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union
We’re excited to share some great news—Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union (ACFCU) is expanding! Our Field of Membership now includes ten additional counties, meaning even more individuals and businesses can take advantage of our financial services.
If you live, work, worship, or attend school in— or if you own a business in—any of the following counties, you are now eligible to join ACFCU:
Clark, Conway, Dallas, Faulkner, Garland (existing), Grant (existing), Hot Spring (existing), Lonoke, Montgomery, Perry (existing), Pike, Pulaski, Saline (existing), Van Buren, and Yell.
This expansion enables even more Arkansans to experience the exceptional service we pride ourselves on. Providing world-class financial solutions is our top priority, and we are committed to ensuring every member feels valued and well-supported whenever they turn to us for their financial needs. Click Here for the flyer.
If you or someone you know would like to join ACFCU, visit [www.alcoacommunityfcu.org]www
We look forward to welcoming you!
National Child Abuse Awareness Month Snack Drive
Benton Parks & Recreation
April is National Child Abuse Awareness Month and we have partnered with Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center for a SNACK DRIVE. We are asking for individually packaged snacks to provide to children who visit the CAMCAC.
Be on the lookout for drop boxes at River Center. Click Here for the flyer.
Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union Scholarship Essay Program
Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union
Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union is offering TWO $1,000 college scholarships to one Saline County and one Grant County 2025 high school graduate! For full eligibility requirements, instructions, and an essay packet, visit https://www.
McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. Awarded 2025 ACEC Arkansas Engineering Excellence Award for Ralph Bunche Amphitheater
Benton Parks & Recreation
Congratulations to McClelland Consulting Engineers, In,c. for their work on the Ralph Bunche Amphitheater, which was awarded Small Project of the Year. Click Here for the flyer.
Online applications for the 2025 Operation Round-Up Scholarship Program are now available.
First Electric Cooperative
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS:
Online applications for the 2025 Operation Round-Up Scholarship Program are now available.
Scholarship Details:
Nine $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to area high school seniors.
Applicants must be scheduled to graduate in spring 2025, and their parents or guardians must be First Electric members.
Apply online at: https://www.firstelectric.
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Note: Applicants must have their primary residence served by First Electric Cooperative. Click Here for the flyer.
New Product Alert – Now Offering In-House Laser Engraved Products
ShoTime Graphics
New Product Alert
We are now offering in-house Laser Engraved Printing! We’ll put your logo or text on PENS! EVERY business orders pens and we’d appreciate you considering ShoTime Graphics for your next order.
Support local businesses. Orders@
Saline Local Spotlight
Chris Ragan Design
Introducing the Saline Local Spotlight—the premier 9” x 12” community postcard designed to give local businesses maximum exposure in Saline County! This full-color, double-sided postcard will be mailed directly to 10,000 homes and businesses, reaching over 20,000 potential customers. With only 18 exclusive ad spots per mailing, your business will stand out—no competitors, just you in your industry! Plus, we take the hassle out of advertising by including a FREE ad design with unlimited revisions. Don’t miss this opportunity to be featured in the first-ever Saline Local Spotlight and get your brand in front of thousands. Spots are limited—secure yours today! Click Here for the flyer.
Visit salinelocal.com/
American Flag Retirement Box
Boy Scouts of America Troop 99
The Boy Scouts of America Troop 99 is now offering an American flag retirement box at the Benton Area Chamber of Commerce at 607 N Market Street, Benton.
Any old, torn, or faded American flags can be dropped off to be properly retired by the troop. Click Here for the flyer.
Benton Parks Offers Something For All Ages & Abilities!
Benton Parks & Recreation
Benton Parks and Recreation has something for all ages! Click HERE to search all open activities.
Below is a complete list of all open activities. Email Parks@bentonar.org for further questions about any activity.
Benton Sharks Swim & Dive Team (Ages 3-18) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Canoe Race (Ages 12+) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Hooked on Outdoors Fishing Derby (ALL AGES) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Jiu Jitsu (Ages 5 to Adults) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Junior Group Tennis Lessons (Ages 5-18) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Private Tennis Lessons (Youth & Adult) – CLICK HERE
Rhythmic & Dance Classes (Ages 3-12) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Speed & Explosion Class (Ages 6-15) Flyer – CLICK HERE
Underwater Easter Egg Hunt (All Ages) Flyer – CLICK HERE
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School of Swim – Level 1 (6 months – 4 years), Level 2 (3 to 18 years) – Private (any age) Multiple scheduled options – Click Here for the flyer.
Contact Adam Nelsen at adam.nelsen@bentonar.org or 501-776-5970.
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Swimming Without Limits – is an inclusive program within the Benton Sharks Swim Team program that focuses on kids with disabilities and teaches them how to swim. The goal is to get them to compete side by side with the Sharks and practice together as a team. For information on scholarship opportunities, contact Adam.Nelsen@bentonar.org. Clic
Arvest Empowered Workshops
Arvest Wealth Management
Personal Finance Education presented by your partners at Arvest.
Arvest Bank is committed to empowering our community members with the education and inspiration they need to build a bright financial future. Arvest EmpowerED workshops give participants the confidence to take the next smart step in their financial journey.
Reach out today to tell me about your group. We’ll plan the perfect event!
Topics include Banking, Budgeting, Credit & Debt, Homeownership, Small Business, and Saving & Investing. Click Here for the flyer.
Chera Moore, Client Advisor
(501) 379-7909 office | (501) 478-9164 cell | cmoore7@arvest.com | AR Ins. Lic.# 20482324
Space Walk of Middle Arkansas 5-N-1 Inflatable
Space Walk of Middle Arkansas
Call now to reserve our 5-N-1 inflatable. Click Here for the flyer.
For more information, call 501-847-9325.
Benton Parks & Recreation Receives Arkansas Game & Fish Outstanding External Partner of the Year!
Benton Parks & Recreation
Congratulations to the Benton Parks & Recreation programming team for receiving the Arkansas Game & Fish Outstanding External Partner of the Year.
Make sure to check out all of the Outdoor Adventurer Programs Benton Parks has to offer! Click Here for the photo. Click Here for the flyer.
Spacious 1 & 2-bedroom Floor Plan Apartments
The Greens at Hurricane Creek, The Fairways at Hurricane Creek, and The Lakes at Hurricane Creek
Each apartment has a washer and dryer, a swimming pool, a fitness center, a business center, tanning beds, and residential golf privileges.
On-site Management & Maintenance. Open 7 days a week. Click Here for the flyer.
NLJC Pre-Cotillion Benton Save the Date
National League Junior Cotillion
Give the gift of manners and etiquette to your child! Pre-Cotillion is for current 1st- 4th graders in Benton and the surrounding areas. For only one week in April, children can learn proper table manners and how to behave in social situations. Register today and invite your friends! Learning is more fun with friends! www.nljc.com/chapter/
Upcoming Events
Saline County Library Programs Week of April 14-21, 2025
Saline County Library
Attached are the programs happening at the Saline County Library location. Click Here for the schedule.
Third Thursday Downtown Street Festival Event Kicks Off on April 17th
City of Benton
April 17, 2025 | 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm | Downtown Benton
It’s Back! Here are the dates for this year’s Third Thursday. We have a great lineup of bands and activities, including a World Record attempt, that we need all of your help with.
Food Trucks, Informational Vendors, and anyone who wants to sell their crafts and goods can now start signing up. There will be more to come over the next few days. See you Thursday for out of this world fun.
For more information contact Matt Thibault with the City of Benton at 501-776-5900. Click Here for the flyer.
East Egg Hunt – Farmers Bank & Trust
Farmers Bank & Trust
Friday, April 18 | 11:00 am – Egg Hunt | 11:30 -Free Hot Dog Lunch
Harmony Grove Baseball Field | Click Here for the flyer.
Easter Egg Hunt – Heartland Rehabilitation
Heartland Rehabilitation
Friday, April 18 | 1:30 pm | Heartland Rehabilitation and Care Center – 19701 I-30 S – Benton
2000 Eggs | Food | Giveaways
Free admission for all! Bring your basket! Click Here for the flyer.
www.heartlandrehabcenter.com
Salt Creek Outreach Spring Craft Fair
Salt Creek Outreach
Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 8:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saline County Fairgrounds – 406 Fairfield Road – Benton
If you are interested in being a vendor or would like more information, contact Lauren Hawthorne at lauren@chapelatsaltcreek.com.
Ovation Music Academy Open House
Ovation Music Academy
We’re excited to invite everyone to our Open House on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at 406 West South Street, Benton, AR 72015.
Join us for a fun-filled morning as we celebrate the joy of music! Here’s what we have planned:
Event Schedule:
• 10:00 AM – Welcome & Refreshments: Enjoy complimentary hot dog snacks and meet our friendly instructors.
• 10:15 AM – Live Mini Concert: Be inspired by performances from our talented students and teachers.
• 10:30 AM – Free Trial Lessons Begin: Try out piano, violin, guitar, drums, flute, voice, and even move with music in our fun introductory classes!
• 10:45 AM – Easter Egg Hunt: A playful adventure for kids – don’t forget to bring your baskets!
• 12:30 PM – Music for Little Hearts Group Class: Stay a little longer and join our special class designed for little ones and their parents to enjoy music together in a fun and nurturing environment.
Plus, throughout the morning, you can tour our classrooms, meet all our teachers, and discover the variety of programs we offer.
We can’t wait to meet you and your family! Click Here for the flyer. Click Here for the schedule of events..
For more information, visit www.ovationmusicacademy.com or call us at 870-405-6856.
Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
Benton Parks & Recreation
April 19, 2025 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | River Center Natatorium
Photos with the Easter Bunny. Prizes!. Click Here to register. Click Here for the flyer.
For more information, call 501-776-5970.
Save the Date – Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce
Save the Date – April 23, 2025, at the Benton Event Center
More details to come.
Celebrate Spring! Wellness and Fun Fair
The Manor Senior Living Communities
April 24 | 1:00 pm | The Manor Senior Living Communities – 4727 Boone Road – Bryant | Free Event
Live Music: Jerry Mayfield and Friends at 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Acoustic Guitar with Lady Elaine at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Resource Fair – Bingo Blow Out – Door Prizes including a 43″ Vizio 4K Smart TV!
Vendors – Food – Music – Prizes – Bingo. Click Here for the flyer.
Call 501-316-4100 for more info.
Join Us – Benton City Hall – Open House
City of Benton
April 24, 2025 | 2:00 pm (Tours) 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm (Reception) | 410 River Street – Benton
You are invited to an Open House at City Hall. Click Here for the flyer.
Benefit Golf Tournament
Bauxite Historical Association & Museum
April 25 | 9:00 am | Longhills Golf Course
4-person team scramble (singles, doubles, or triples will be assigned to teams)
$100 per player. Lunch is provided for players. Spectators’ lunch $10
To learn more about how you can be involved or to register, call 501-860-1926 or 501-557-9858. Click Here for the flyer.
Cookout & Health Fair
Sage Health
Join us for information, resources, swag, and food.
April 25, 2025 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | 1800 N Reynolds Road #8 – Bryant
RSVP by calling 501-746-0818. Click Here for the flyer.
Child Abuse Awareness Rallies
Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center
Friday, April 25, 2025 | Saline County Courthouse Lawn – Benton
Awareness Rally – 11:30 am | Fundraiser Luncheon – Noon
Join the fight against child abuse. Raise awareness and help fund life-changing services at Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center by attending one of our annual Child Abuse Awareness Rallies in Hot Springs or Benton.
These inspiring events honor the courageous survivors of child abuse and the dedicated professionals who care for them. Highlights include a keynote speaker, a children’s choir, and the presentation of the Patrick McCruden Superhero Award, recognizing an individual who has gone above and beyond in each community for their outstanding service to children.
Funds raised will directly support CAMCAC’s programs and expand efforts to prevent child abuse before it starts.
The Great Saline County Clean-Up
Saline County and Recycle Saline
April 26, 2025 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Recycle Saline, Saline County, and Keep Saline Clean are hosting a County-Wide Litter Clean-Up event. We want all communities involved: Benton, Bryant, Shannon Hills, Alexander, Salem, Sardis, if you live in Saline County, we want you to participate!
You can sign up to volunteer with a group at one of the listed roads below. Each road listed here will have a team captain with supplies at the volunteer meeting spot. All you have to do is show up.
For more information, contact Tiffany Dunn at Recycle Saline. You can email tiffany@recyclesaline.org or call our office at 501-776-2533.
Let’s all work together to keep Saline County Clean!
Touch a Truck
CASA of Saline County
April 26 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | 3345 Hwy 5N – Bryant
Trucks | Bounce House | Snow Cones | Hot Dogs Click Here for the flyer.
www.salinecountycasa.org | 501-436-6044
Saline County Travel Club Greece Gathering
Saline County Travel Club
Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Hampton Inn in Bryant – 307 Office Park Dr. – Bryant
Join the Saline County Travel Club to get information about our Greece trips and hear from our friend, Sophia, a tour director who lives in Greece. She’ll describe what she loves about her country and give us the inside scoop on where to go and what not to miss while in Greece. Greek-themed refreshments will be served. https://bentonchamber.
Contact Beth Mathys at 501-317-5517.
Ladies Tea Party
EMpact One Foundation
May 3, 2025 | 11:00 am | 111 N Main – Benton
The EMpact One Foundation is delighted to announce its annual Ladies’ Tea Party, a multigenerational celebration of women and youth empowerment, featuring special guest speaker Christina Muñoz, former KATV evening anchor and co-owner of Munoz Pugh Communications firm.
This elegant fundraiser brings together women of all ages for a morning of inspiration, community, and giving back. Proceeds from the event support EMpact One Foundation’s mission to ensure all youth have access to extracurricular activities through scholarships, equipment donations, and outreach initiatives.
Event highlights include: Keynote address by Christina Muñoz. Teas provided by HTeaO. A delightful spread of sandwiches and sweets. A silent auction. A kids’ breakout session with story time and crafts.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now at https://
For more information, please contact: Bekka Wilkerson at bekka@empactone.org
Registration is Open for the Central Arkansas Job Fair
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce
The Benton Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its 2025 Central Arkansas Job Fair on Thursday, May 8 and its Central Arkansas Business Expo on Friday, May 9. We are excited to host these events that benefit Saline County and our business community.
You do not have to participate in both events; however, if you choose to do so, you will be assigned to the same booth and won’t need to move.
Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm | Benton Event Center
The Central Arkansas Job Fair is a Benton Area Chamber of Commerce community event. The event will be extensively marketed in Central Arkansas via print media, social media, radio and other resources. We will also work with the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services to promote the job fair to its clients who receive unemployment benefits.
VENDORS WILL RECEIVE:
** 10′ wide x 8′ deep booth space with one booth sign
** 8′ rear black drape and 3′ side black drape
** 8′ table with white plastic cover and black cloth skirt with two chairs
** Access to electricity (vendors must provide extension cords)
Vendors will be assigned booths in the order registration forms are received.
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DETAILS
** Booth setup on May 8 from 8-10 am
** Booth breakdown on May 8 from 3-4 pm
** Vendors are not limited per industry
** The Central Arkansas Job Fair committee reserves the right to refuse any applicant
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BOOTH FEES
FREE for Members of the Benton Area Chamber of Commerce
$150 for Prospective Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Members
Click Here for the Central Arkansas Job Fair vendor registration form.
Registration is Open for the Central Arkansas Business Expo
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce
Friday, May 9, 2025 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm | Benton Event Center
The Central Arkansas Business Expo is a Benton Area Chamber of Commerce event that is an excellent opportunity for businesses and organizations to promote products and services, network with other businesses and gain new customers. It’s a very affordable option for your marketing plans. We encourage you to distribute samples, bring examples of your products, make appointments for consultation and have attendees register for door prizes. However, no products can be sold.
VENDORS WILL RECEIVE:
** 10′ wide x 8′ deep booth space with one booth sign
** 8′ rear black drape and 3′ side black drape
** 8′ table with white plastic cover and black cloth skirt with two chairs
** Vouchers for lunch – 2 per 10′ x 8′ booth
Vendors will be assigned booths in the order registration forms are received.
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DETAILS
** No refunds after April 25, 2025
** Booth setup on May 9 from 7:30-10 am
** Booth breakdown on May 9 from 3-4 pm
** Admission is free to the public
** Vendors are not limited per industry
**Vendors must provide extension cords
** The Central Arkansas Business Expo committee reserves the right to refuse any applicant
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BOOTH FEES
For Profit Companies: $300 – Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Members | $425 – Prospective Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Members
Non-Profit Companies: $225 – Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Members | $300 – Prospective Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Members
$50 discount if renting 2 booths (maximum of 2 booths per vendor)
Vendors who want to display vehicles, boats, RVs, ATVs, etc. outside, please contact Amy McCormick at 501-860-7002
Click Here for the Central Arkansas Business Expo vendor registration form.
2nd Annual Saline County Homeschoolers Science Fair
Benton Homeschool Cooperation
May 9 | Benton Event Center
K-12 Homeschool students are welcome to enter the 2nd Annual Science Fair.
Sign up at www.bentonhomeschool.org by April 11, 2025.
Awards and prizes. Compete with your own age group. Individuals and teams welcome. Click Here for the flyer.
Any questions? Contact Cara Dandurand 501-909-1794 or cara.dandurand@gmail.com.
6th Annual Habitat Fore Humanity Golf Tournament
Habitat For Humanity of Saline County
Friday, May 9, 2025 (Rainout Date May 16) | 12:00 pm Shotgun start | Hurricane Golf & Country Club
$5,000 hole-in-one. Click Here for the flyer.
$400/team. Par package ($100). Team Eagle (hole 7). Each player gets one mulligan on the front and back 9. Each player tees off from red (hole 12). Each player gets on a sledgehammer putt (selected hole).
For more information, contact Michelle at 501-680-9120 or michelle@habitatsalinecounty.
Princess in the Park
Benton Parks & Recreation
May 10 | 10 am – 1 pm | River Center | $30 per child. $15/additional child
Your family is cordially invited to a magical and whimsical experience at the River Center. Bibbidi-Bobbidi Boo was heard as the good fairy cast a spell for a morning filled with magic and delight. Your little princess will be enjoying a morning of interactive songs as they meet & greet their favorite princesses!
Tiaras will be given to registered attendees.
Live princesses in attendance: Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Mulan, Little Mermaid, Ice Princess, Arabian Princess, Frog Princess, Rapunzel, Snow Queen and Beauty. Click Here for the flyer.
Contact: Special Events Staff specialevents@bentonar.org | 501-776-5970
3rd Annual Saline Home Builders Association – Sporting Clays Tournament
Saline Home Builders Association
May 15 | Smoke ‘N Chips Shooting Range – 10 Mile Road – Hot Springs
Gather your team, get your gear today, and join us for a great day of competition, camaraderie, and fun! Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a beginner, it’s sure to be an exciting event.
Secure your spot today, salinehba@gmail.com | 501-909-8055
Limited slots available, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this shooting extravaganza.
$500 Registration fee per team. Lock & load for a day of precision drills. For more information, call 501-909-8055.
Kids 2 Parks
Benton Parks & Recreation
Saturday, May 17 | Tyndall Park 913 E Sevier St – Benton
FREE! Disc Golf, Climbing Wall, Food Trucks, Bounce Houses, Unique Vehicles & Much More!
Free disc golf & food ticket for the first 100 kids. Click Here for the flyer.
Contact: Special Events at specialevents@bentonar.org | 501-776-5970
Picklepalooza – Pickles for Protectors – Serve It Up for Our Heroes Pickleball Tournament & Pickle Tasting Contest Benefiting Arkansas First Responders
Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union
Saturday, May 31 | 8 am Check-in – Games start at 9 am | River Center – 1800 Citizens Dr. – Benton
Games will be played in a round-robin style. 50/50 raffle
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Get ready to brine and dine. Join us for the ultimate Pickle Cook-off showdown and a shot at 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place glory (and a shiny trophy to prove it)!
Judging starts at 1 pm. Judging scored on taste, texture, overall creativity, and appearance.
Vendor booth – $70/per booth.
$10 to sample all the pickle recipes! Click Here for the flyers.
Contact Prestly.Vaughan@alcoacfcu.org
Saline County Comic Expo June 14-15
Saline County Comic Expo
June 14 – 15 | Benton Event Center
Experience the Best of Saline County Comic Expo
Saline County Comic Expo is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together the best in comics, toys, and the small screen. We are Arkansas’s longest-running comic convention with a variety of activities for all ages to enjoy.
For more information, visit: www.salinecountycomicexpo.com
Benton Juneteenth
Benton Parks & Recreation
June 14 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | Ralph Bunche Park – 1300 S East St. – Benton | FREE event
Black owned businesses, vendors, music, games, reading of the proclamation, quilted history, museum with Carolyn Williams.
Contact: Events staff at specialevents@bentonar.org.
Movie at the Pool – Moana 2
Benton Parks & Recreation
June 20 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | River Center Natatorium | Free event
Registration is required in advance. Limited capacity of 200 people.
No rafts or inflatables allowed in the water. The leisure pool & splash pad will be open for non-swimmers. Food will be allowed in the balcony area.
Contact: Aquatics@bentonar.org or call 501-776-5970
Super Soaker Night
Benton Parks & Recreation
July 7 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | River Center
Parents are encouraged to attend but will need registration. Anyone under the age of 15 will need adult supervision. Limited tickets available. Registration is required for entrance.
Super Pass: $15 in advance for x2 tickets | Single Pass: $10 in advance | Day of the Event: $12 per person.
Bring your favorite Super Soaker toy.
Dueling pistols | Target shooting | Obstacle course | Free play. Click Here for the flyer.
Contact: Aquatics@bentonar.org or call 501-776-5970.
