Benton Parks and Recreation offers a big list of activities for Summer 2024. See the list below and for questions or info on any of these opportunities, See the email link after each event. Super Soaker Night (Ages 6+) – July 8th is the time to get soaked in this epic battle for a […]
Benton Mountain Bike Park Grand Opening rescheduled to Jun 13; Demo bikes, giveaways & food trucks
The City of Benton, Benton Parks and Recreation, and Progressive Trail Design announce the Grand opening of the new Benton Mountain Bike Park. The address is 1100 S Market Street, Benton, Arkansas. Take Market Street through downtown Benton, past the Royal Theatre and over the railroad tracks. You’ll see the park on the left. MORE […]
See Circus performers, a Magic show, Learn about Tech, play Card Games and more this week at the Library
The Saline County Library hosts lots of activities and learning opportunities every week. See below for the current schedule and links to more info: Around the World in 8 Games – Canasta Date: Monday, June 3, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Meeting Room- Benton Branch: Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library – Benton Come explore the traditional gaming […]
Fishing, Archery, Jiu Jitsu, Kayaking, Dance, Cornhole & more – See the list of Spring activities at Benton Parks
Benton Parks and Recreation offers a big list of activities for Spring 2024. Play, compete or take lessons in one of these programs: Archery, Cornhole, Farmers Market, Fishing, Jiu Jitsu, Kayaking, Pickleball, Princess in the Park, Rhythmic & Dance, Self Defense, Swimming, Tennis & Volleyball. For questions or info on any of these opportunities, See […]
Start calling this community club “Bryant Youth Association” instead
They will meet in the same place at Bishop Park, with the same phone number and the same faces. But according to a statement they released on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024, the Bryant Boys and Girls Club just because Bryant Youth Association. Read the full statement below: In a heartfelt and thoughtful decision, the Bryant […]
Hot Springs Village thanks the helpers, reminds everyone of events still going on
In case you were wondering, there are still a lot of activities and events going on in Hot Springs Village, in spite of the recent tornado damage in places. Read the HSVPOA newsletter they just sent out on Friday, March 14, 2024: THE VILLAGE DIGEST March 15, 2024 First and foremost, a BIG shoutout to all of […]
Register for Civitan’s Paint Party Feb 2nd and choose in-person or virtual
Civitan Services has scheduled a paint party that you can do online or in person on Tuesday, February 2nd beginning at 6:30 p.m. Registration deadline is Jan. 22 – just pick a painting and whether you want in-person or virtual. All options are $25 each. To help combat the pandemic they are offering limited in-person […]
Salem Ballpark registration active now for youth baseball & softball
Salem Ballpark is now registering players for baseball & softball through February. Register at www.salemballpark.com or come to the in-person signups (dates below) at Salem Ballpark in the Community Building at 8406 Angela Drive in Benton. These programs are 8-week seasons with 16 games plus tournaments. Baseball ages are 4-15, and softball ages are 4-16. […]
Chalk, Bears, Eggs & Cars – A social gathering from afar
We have some great things that you can do this weekend – involving chalk, bears, eggs and your car – to beat the boredom of quarantine. MySaline has a page that is normally packed with events, especially in Spring, but the pandemic of COVID-19 has caused nearly everything to be cancelled or rescheduled. However, we […]
State Parks – What’s Open, What’s Not and How They are Cleaning for COVID-19
At this time, all Arkansas State Parks remain available to visitors in a limited capacity during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Below is a breakdown of What is open, limited or closed Specific park info How state parks are dealing with COVID-19. What is open: Day use areas, such trails used for hiking, mountain biking, […]