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Community Briefs July 2026

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Section: Business News

Chamber Meeting

The next meeting for the Elkins Arkansas Chamber of Commerce is 6pm on Tuesday, July 14, at Six Arrows Coffee Shop. Local business owners and representatives are invited to attend. The Chamber will also have a booth at the 4th on the River event on July 3. 

Smart Plates

Medical Arts Pharmacy will host its third Smart Plate session at 5:30pm on July 16, at the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank Kitchen in Lowell. The hands-on cooking event will teach summer healthy meals for better blood glucose management. Contact the pharmacy in Fayetteville for more information or to sign up. Reservations are required. 

 

Kids Market

The Six Arrows Farmers Market will host young entrepreneurs each week in August. There are six mini farmers market spots available each week located under the awning alongside the market’s regular vendors. The cost is $5 a spot and applications close July 13. The application form is available on the market’s Facebook page. Contact the Six Arrows Farm and Gifts store for more information. 

 

Section: Library Events

Voting for Dinosaurs

The Washington County Election Commission will present a kid-friendly voting experience covering all the steps of the process, then the participating kids will vote for their favorite dinosaur. Participants will learn how voting works, use a real voting machine, print out a real ballot, and see which dinosaur wins. The event is 1pm on Wednesday, July 1, at the Library. 

 

Butterfly Magic

The Washington County Master Gardeners will present Butterfly Magic, an educational session on butterflies. The event is 10am to 12pm on Saturday, July 11. Participants will receive a temporary butterfly tattoo. Each family will receive a milkweed plant and a copy of The Lifecycles of Butterflies (while supplies last).

 

Special Storytime

There will be a special summer storytime at 11am on Tuesday, July 14. The event is presented by the Beaver Water District in honor of Lakes Appreciation Month. 

 

Art Cart Club events

The Art Cart of Elkins will host the following events throughout July at the Elkins Public Library unless otherwise noted: 

  • Flower Folk-all ages mixed media collage, 10am to 12pm on July 17.
  • Modern Calligraphy-learn handlettering for art and stationery, 6pm to 8pm on July 18.
  • Pokeswap-trade cards and make character bracelets, 2pm to 4pm on July 25. 
  • Book Bedazzling (bonus hour added for more sparkles), 6pm to 9pm on Aug. 1.  

Section: Community Events

Rooted in Reading

NatureSteam will host Rooted in Reading: Nature Glows workshop series in collaboration with public libraries across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley!

Join them for a hands-on exploration where they’ll unravel the mysteries of things in nature that glow and the similarities between root systems and our own communities. 

Whether you’re a budding gardener or a curious explorer, there’s something for everyone to discover. Check out the Naturesteam Facebook page for the full schedule. The Elkins Library event is on July 16. 

Lifewise Academy Meeting

LifeWise Academy will host a community informational meeting 10am to 11am on Saturday, July 25, at the Elkins Community Library Community Room. 

LifeWise Academy is a released-time religious instruction program that exists to reach students in public schools with the gospel. Under released time law, students may be released from public school during school hours to receive religious instruction, provided the program is held off school property, privately funded, and parent-permitted.

All are encouraged to attend to find out more about the program and how you can get involved!

Questions may be emailed to Local Coordinator, Gloria at gmortin73@gmail.com .To grow the Community Interest List, go to lifewise.org/interest to find your community.

 

Senior Bingo July 25

The Elkins Senior Wellness and Activity Center’s Meals on Wheels Bingo Fundraiser is Saturday, July 25, at the Elkins Community Center. The doors open at 11am and bingo starts at noon. The event is open to all ages. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted. COst is $10 per person to enter and each person receives a book of 10 bingo games and one blackout games. Additional books can be purchased for $5 and additional blackout games are $1. Raffle tickets will be sold at 1 for $5 or 3 for $10. Winners receive half the pot. Pork sandwich lunches will be sold for $8 (includes chips and water). BBQ pork nachos and water will be $10. Cookies will also be available for 1 for $1 or 3 for $2. 

Pokeswap July 25

The next Elkins-Area Pokeswap is 2pm to 4pm, Saturday, July 25, at the Elkins Public Library. There will be the opportunity to trade cards, doorprizes, a snack, and a craft. 

 

Soccer Camp 

Be a part of the first soccer summer camp offered in Elkins with Quality Touch Soccer Academy. This camp is a great opportunity to learn from the same academy that led the city’s Spring Soccer league!  The camp is 8:30am to 11:30am July 20-July 23 at the Elkins Community Center. The camp is for ages 5-11 (as of July 20, 2026). The cost is $160 for the full week or $50 for a single day. Each player will need cleats or tennis shoes, a water bottle, shin guards. A ball is optional. To learn more or to register, visit https://teamsideline.com/sites/ElkinsRec/current-programs

 

Cruise Night July 2

The next Cruise Night at the Food Plot is 6pm on July 2. There will be food trucks, vehicles of all kinds, and more family-friendly fun. 

 

Section: Neighbor News

Terra Studios events

Terra Studios will host a myriad of events in July for the public to enjoy. 

Be a part of their  3rd annual Bluebird Chess Tournament 10am to 4pm on Saturday, July 18, at the studio. All ages and experience levels are welcome to participate. Winner receives a $50 gift certificate to shop in our gallery and a specially engraved Bluebird of Happiness award.

 

This will be a 4-round Swiss tournament and is $3 to register. Limited amount of spots are available. Register ahead of time by visiting usingart.org.

For more information, contact Emma Fuston

 

For more information, check out their Facebook or Instagram pages @terrastudios or their website at usingart.org. You can also contact Emma Fuston at 479-643-3185 or terrastudios@terrastudios.com.

 

Other Terra Studio events in July include: 

  • Art Lab: Upcycled Suncatchers - 11:30am to 3:30pm July 4. 
  • Artist Demo: Stephanie Yates - 12pm to 4pm July 22
  • Tarot Readings - 11:30am to 3:30pm July 25
  • Art Lab: Zine Workshop - 12pm to 2pm July 25
  • Open Enrollment Class: Pinch Pot - 3pm July 25
  • Artist Demo: Makayla Long - 11:30am to 3:30pm July 26
  • Artist Demo: Stephanie Yates - 12pm to 4pm July 29. 

 

Terra Studios will also host Gathering of the Fay: Sapphire Wings Among the Falling Leaves on Saturday, Oct. 10. They are seeking vendors, artists, and musicians for the event. 

 

Community Garage Sale

The Winslow Community Center Association will host a community garage sale at the Winslow Community Center Gym 8am to 3pm on August 1. Reserve a table by sending $10 to PO Box 98, Winslow, AR 72959.