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Volume III

Issue I

JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH

2014

Leading the Way

for a Healthy Future Mercy plans for a better tomorrow

Our Health & Beauty Issue Your Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle In the New Year

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BEHIND THE SEAMS

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IT LIST Go for the Gold Sweetheart Surprises

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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MEET THE TEAM

Staying in shape and in style

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SEE AND BE SEEN

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COVER STORY A Healthy Future

NWA Fashion Week is Headed North

TRÉS CHIC Beauty Maintenance 101

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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The Skin Commandments

Hear the Burn

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WHY NOT?

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TRÉS CHIC How to Kick Start a Healthy Lifestyle and Stick with It 4

3W MAGAZINE A Healthy Smile

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

January, February and March Events

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3W attended more than 120 events in 2013, keeping our calendars filled to the brim with fun, philanthropic events. We finished out the year on a strong note, bidding farewell to fall and celebrating the holidays among friends and community supporters.

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On the last day of September, The Jones Center Golf Outing sold out once again and raised over $110,000 for the center in Springdale. A few days later, we helped the Susan G Komen Ozark Affiliate picture a world without breast cancer at the Pink Ribbon Luncheon. That night, Jeff and Eileen Schomburger hosted the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas’ BIG Event, which raised $58,000 to make new matches in the community.

Pagnozzi Charities held its 22nd Annual Ultimate Tailgate & Sports Auction, which raised more than $57,000 to help level the playing field for disadvantaged youth. Northwest Arkansas’ Gentlemen of Distinction were honored at Hope Cancer

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1 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc & The Tea Rose Foundation’s Celebrity Waiter Event Nancy and Dick Trammel with Keisha Hines-Craft 2 Arts Center of the Ozarks 5x5 Soiree Erin West and Michael Weir 3 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas The BIG Event Claire Bittle and Holly Wheeler 4 Circle of Life Hospice Rock the Bridge Rachel Walters and Vernie Welch 5 Association of Fundraising Professionals National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Peter and Debbie Everly, Elise Everly, Wayne Haver and Ken Pyle 6 Children’s Advocacy Center of Benton County Sweetest Day Doug and Shelley McMillon with Margie and Bobby Martin 6

Resources’ 10th annual event, where Dr. Tony Hui received this year’s honor. The following week, Facts of Life star Geri Jewell was in town for the Elizabeth Richardson Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration where the star talked about overcoming adversity.

Restore Humanity once again sold out its annual Winetopia event, held at Pratt Place Barn with wine and food pairings for guests to enjoy. New members were inducted into the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation’s Hall of Honor on October 17, including Denise & Hershey Garner, Hugh Kincaid and the late Judge Rudy Moore, Jr. As Halloween festivities got underway, the Junior Auxiliary of Rogers/Bentonville held A Night at the Speakeasy to raise funds for its support of endeavors such as Head Start and the Reading is Fundamental program at Rogers and Bentonville Schools. Children’s Advocacy Center hosted Sweetest Day at the home of John and Karen Scholes to celebrate the work the Center does for abused children in Benton County. To close out the month, the Junior League of Northwest Arkansas helped unmask domestic violence at Moonlight Masquerade, where members and guests of the League donned masks for the special occasion.

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7 Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Society Party Cambre Horne-Brookes, Kathy Wade and Gina Pendergraft 8 Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Hall of Honor Hugh and Brenda Kincaid 9 Hope Cancer Resources Gentlemen of Distinction Donny Hubbard and Caleb Pennington 10 Junior League of Northwest Arkansas Moonlight Masquerade Gracie Ziegler, Eileen Jennings and Mitzi Traxson 11 Elizabeth Richardson Center 50th Anniversary Celebration John Buck, Kate Lunsford, Geri Jewell and Amy Bates 12 Junior Auxiliary of Rogers/Bentonville A Night at the Speakeasy Kevin and Beth Steele with Catherine and Kyle Alexander

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November was a jam-packed month with plenty of events before the holiday season.

Fayetteville Public Education Foundation held a Society Party for interested individuals to learn more about giving to the Fayetteville Public Schools. Local chefs and restaurants pledged to help save babies at the March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Auction where guests sampled signature dishes from area restaurants, and the Arts Center of the Ozark’s 5x5 Soiree featured original works of art up for grabs in a silent auction to raise funds for the arts center’s season.

At one of the biggest events of the season, The Jones Center whisked guests away to New York City for a very Big Night, raising over $180,000 and featuring great food, dancing and entertainment. The following week, Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter held an exclusive Chocolate Tasting for its Circles of Giving, featuring world-class gourmet chocolate creations courtesy of Hershey Master Chocolatier Jim St. John.

The Association of Philanthropy Professionals honored local individuals and organizations at the Philanthropy Day Luncheon for their service to our community.

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On a very busy weekend, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc & The Tea Rose Foundation’s Celebrity Waiter Event was a night to remember, with over 30 community leaders serving as “celebrity waiters” and raising funds for scholarships. Circle of Life Hospice took over Crystal Bridges for their double-

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13 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Mellissa Wood and Audre Darling 14 Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter Circle of Giving Chocolate Tasting Trish and Jeff Harsh 15 Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter Fresh StART Art Auction Tina Winham and Daniel Cruz 16 NWA Food Bank Jewels of Giving Rachel Money, Marge Wolfe and Deborah Money 17 Mercy Northwest Arkansas O’ Night Divine Charity Ball Jay and Kim Ellis with Heather and Tim Marrin 18 Pagnozzi Charities Ultimate Sports Auction Pat Reed, Tom Pagnozzi and Dirk Willett 8

header evening, which included the Art of Hospice and Rock the Bridge events.

Each event drew in a crowd to support the hospice center in Northwest Arkansas.

We closed out the month with the Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter, 19 kicking off Christmas shopping at the Fresh StART Art Auction, where pieces from local artists, and women and children at the Shelter were up for grabs. In that same vein, the Sunshine School & Development Center hosted its A Very Special Art Show at the school the following evening with a fun Under the Sea theme. And last but not least, the NWA Food Bank’s Jewels of Giving Gala gathered more than 350 attendees to help fill the plates of people in need.

December was certainly an eventful month with lots of winter weather affecting several local events. Luckily, the Mercy Health Foundation 20 Northwest Arkansas O’ Night Divine Charity Ball went off without a hitch. Jewel entertained guests who made the trek through the snow to support the health system, which ending up raising more than $910,000.

At our very last event of the year, guests celebrated Christmas at the Peel Compton Foundation’s Annual Christmas Gala among the beautifully adorned Peel Mansion in Bentonville.

2013 was a whirlwind year, and we are looking forward to another fun and philanthropic year to come! Be sure to fill up your calendar with the help of the 2014 issue of 3W Magazine, available now! Or check it out online at 21 www.3WMagazine.com.

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19 Restore Humanity Winetopia Will and Jenny Brandt 20 The Jones Center Big Night Holly and Jim Breach with Kelly Kemp-McLintock 21 Susan G. Komen Pink Ribbon Luncheon Lindsay Dixon and Mary Alfrey 22 The Peel Compton Foundation December Gala Jacqueline and Craig Cockrell 23 Sunshine School & Development Center A Very Special Art Show Mike and Susan Roberts with Shannon and Travis Mauldin 24 The Jones Center Golf Outing Ron Brophy, Mary Zettle, Mark Mast and Bracken Abrams 9

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A HEALTHY FUTURE Mercy looks to its past and its leadership to build a strong foundation for a better tomorrow

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COVER STORY ealth care is often something we don’t think about until we need it. It’s a part of our society that is simply expected to be there for us when we call upon it. Mercy Northwest Arkansas does just that. With its hospital in Rogers, 30 Clinic locations, thousands of patients in its care, Mercy Northwest Arkansas works each and every day to provide the care its patients need in the best environment with the best equipment and groundbreaking medical procedures.

Since 1995, Mercy has been a part of our community, taking over what was St. Mary’s Hospital. In 1997, Mercy began an integrated health system in Northwest Arkansas by teaming up with local physicians to create a system of integrated medicine between the health care providers and the hospital. In the time since that change, Mercy has grown, changed and made many improvements over the years.

At the helm of these services and day-to-day operations of Mercy Northwest Arkansas today, sits Eric Pianalto and Dr. Steve Goss. Two men with incredible vision not just for Mercy, but the role health care plays in our community and the region as a whole. Though their backgrounds may be individually unique, the men work in tangent to ensure that Mercy is always a step ahead and will continue to provide outstanding health care to the region for years to come.

Did you know?

Groundbreaking on the orginal hospital building in 1950

New hospital grand opening on March 1, 2008

Mercy is one of the 2014 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America by Healthiest Employers.

Mercy is ranked number 22 thanks in part to its “Walk to Dublin” which challenged coworkers to collectively walk 6,183 miles in a month (the distance to Dublin, Ireland, where Mercy was born). Co-workers walked 25,000 miles (a total of 250 million steps).

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An Integrated Influence Nobody has seen the change of the integrated health system more firsthand than Dr. Steve Goss.

His career path has taken him from physician in Northwest Arkansas to the leader Mercy needed to guide it into the new standard of health care.

A Pine Bluff native, Dr. Goss graduated from Ouachita Baptist University and went to medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. After completing his residency there, he and his wife Susan made the move to Northwest Arkansas in 1987. For a time, Dr. Goss was the only internist and pediatrician in Bentonville. With patient demand growing, he and Dr. John Garrett built a new clinic on Moberly Lane in 1990, where the Garrett Goss Clinic still sits today, now known as Mercy Clinic Moberly Lane.

The clinic integrated with Mercy in 1997 and has been a part of the integrated health system ever since. On average, Dr. Goss had around 5,000 patient visits a year when the opportunity to have a broader impact on patients in Northwest Arkansas arose in 2003.

“Stepping into a role like this [as Clinic President], I begin to have this influence over a broader group of people and a whole community,” he explains.

“That challenge really motivated me to get into this position.” In this role, Dr. Goss now works with over 80 multispecialty physicians and has an impact on thousands of patients throughout Northwest Arkansas.

“It has been really rewarding to recruit physicians and providers, improving service line development, decide where clinics ought to go and be a part of quality care,” he shares.

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Reconnecting with His Community Eric Pianalto is the definition homegrown. His family immigrated to Tontitown in the late 1890s from Italy and has been here ever since. In fact, Eric was born in the old St. Mary’s Hospital on Walnut Street in Rogers. He never expected to find himself leading the hospital he was born at into the future, but today that is exactly what he is doing.

With both a degree and master’s degree in business, Pianalto set his sites on a career in manufacturing. After moving with his wife Dawn to Indianapolis, Ind., an opportunity arose to return to Northwest Arkansas with a job in health care. “I figured I would stop over [in health care] for a little while and then find my next opportunity in a ‘real business,’” he shares. “But I found that I had a passion for health care. While science and the art of medicine aren’t things I can do, I could impact people’s lives in a much different way. In 1991, my little stopover in health care started. About 22 years later, I am still in health care and still just as passionate about it as I was.”

Since 1997, Pianalto has been serving Mercy in several different capacities. He helped build the integrated system that Mercy has today, focusing on what integrated health care means. “If you abolished today’s health care system and went to rebuild it, you wouldn’t rebuild it the way that it was formed,” Pianalto explains.

“You wouldn’t build it in all these separate components that don’t talk to each other and aren’t convenient for the patient. You would build with the patient in mind so that it’s easiest for the patient to navigate through the health system.”

And that is just what Pianalto has been working on for the past six years of his career. Just last year, he was named Hospital President after serving as Interim President for three months. He certainly never expected to be leading the institution where he was born, but as he says, “God is funny” and he gets to serve his people— his family, his neighbors and his friends.

“It is exciting for me to get to come back to my hometown to the place I was born, and get the opportunity to lead and serve,” Pianalto says. “It’s even more exciting for me to get to work with Dr. Goss and our leadership team to continue to provide exceptional care and exceptional service. It’s been a lot of fun to reconnect with the community.”

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The Susan Barrett

Society

Women with a Mission is a leadership group of women whose purpose is to provide funds to benefit specific healthcare needs of Northwest Arkansas.

Criteria for Membership Membership is open to all women who wish to support the mission of Mercy Health System Northwest Arkansas with a minimum annual gift.

Benefits and Activities The most important benefit of membership in Women with a Mission is the satisfaction of knowing that you are part of a collaborative, informed and empowered force working to enhance healthcare in our community.

Every year, the members of Women with a Mission will fund a project from a group of identified needs within Mercy. As a member you are entitled to vote for the project for which an annual grant will be awarded.

mercy.net/northwestar/giving

For more information about The Susan Barrett Women with a Mission Society, please contact the foundation office at 479.338.2990.

You don’t need a medical degree to keep your neighbors healthy.

Doctors and nurses may be the faces of health care in a community, but their work would not be possible without the support of others who want to see their neighbors – and neighborhoods – thrive.

At Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas, corporate partners play a key role in our ability to provide innovative health care for our community. Corporate gifts help fund important initiatives, such as:

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• Charity care • Expanded/enhanced medical services • Health education programs • Acquisition of new medical equipment • Capital improvements Our work at Mercy Hospital has been recognized by institutions, such as The Joint Commission, and by patients who named us “Best of the Best” in the Arkansas Democrat Gazette Readers’ Choice Awards. Your corporate support

strengthens this good work and helps keep Northwest Arkansas a desirable place for people to work, live and play.

Show your support at mercy.net/ northwestar/giving. Or call 479-3382990 and ask about Mercy’s Corporate Partners Program.

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Quality with a Soul Dr. Goss and Pianalto have worked together since 2003 in different capacities. The pair will lead Mercy into 2014 and beyond looking for ways to better serve the population of Northwest Arkansas. But before you can truly get excited about the future of Mercy, it’s important to take a look back at where the hospital comes from. Ultimately Mercy’s storied past is what is guiding the present and future of the health care system.

The Sisters of Mercy were started through a philanthropic gift almost 200 years ago.

Catherine McCauley was gifted what would be around $1 million in today’s dollars.

“She could have used that money in many different ways, but chose to start a place for women and children to be safe, and to give them meaning and purpose in life,” Pianalto elaborates. Catherine built a house where she and other women took in women and children to provide care and education, and the sisters of Mercy were born.

We want people to practice a higher quality of medicine. A lot of people can do that technically very well, but to do it so that people have the experience that you really care about them as well—that’s great medicine right there.

– Dr. Steve Goss

Catherine McCauley, the first Sister of Mercy

As she recruited other women and they became part of the Catholic faith, they continued to go out and serve in and around Dublin, Ireland.

Eventually, the Sisters got into health care out of necessity during some of the worst epidemics of cholera, typhus, influenza and other diseases in the 1830s, caring for the sick when others weren’t able.

Today, the Mercy mission statement reads, “As the Sisters of Mercy before us, we bring to life the healing ministry of Jesus through our compassionate care and exceptional service.” And the health system continues to strive to do just that. “We try to deliver quality with a soul,” shares Dr. Goss. “We want people to practice a higher quality of medicine. A lot of people can do that technically very well, but to do it so that people have the experience that you really care about them as well—that’s great medicine right there.”

The health system continuously strives for both the higher quality of medicine and the great experience for their patients as well, and is looking forward to a bright future doing both. With both Dr. Goss and Pianalto at the helm, it’s not hard to envision Mercy Northwest Arkansas paving the path for a bright future.

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There’s going to be more change in m has been in the last 50. The world is c exciting to be A Better Tomorrow By listening to the input of the community, Mercy developed a community master plan in September 2011 that includes $90 million in capital projects and improvements to take place over the next five years. The local branch of Mercy seeks to enhance the heath care in Northwest Arkansas by bringing services closer to patients in outlying communities, serve the underserved, add more providers, think about specialty care, enhance children’s services and be innovative in their care.

premature babies or other sick newborns that once may have been sent Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock, but now with the help of Mercy can now be seen closer to home.

Mercy also announced the hiring of Dr. Crystal DeWeese, a new psychiatrist that will serve children exclusively. Dr. DeWeese works with children and their parents to get to the bottom of what can be deep issues, and is also a part of Mercy’s new telemedicine program, which allows Mercy’s doctors to practice remotely in other areas.

For example, Dr. DeWeese will see patients in Fort Smith a few times a month, and be able to do follow-up examinations virtually from Rogers.

“We’re excited about the possibility [of telemedicine],” shares Dr. Goss. “There’s a doctor shortage and there’s a money shortage.

Just as women and children were the focus of the We’ve got to get more creative in how do we deliver great care in founding Sisters of Mercy, they too are a focus new ways that are more cost effective.” of Mercy today. Mercy set its sights on starting a neonatology program in Northwest Arkansas and two Mercy is committed to continuing to find technological specialists will be joining the system in the summer of breakthroughs that allow the hospital to creatively serve their 2014. These two new specialists will provide care for patients in ways that are groundbreaking and cost effective. In that

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medicine in the next 15 years than there changing around us as we speak and it’s a part of that.

– Dr. Steve Goss same vein, the health care system is also looking at a new trend in medicine called the patient-centered medical home. This teambased health care delivery model provides patients with not just one doctor, but a whole team of care providers with the purpose Of course both Dr. Goss and Pianalto are quick to state that none of these advancements would be of preventative care and better chronic care management. possible without the support of the community. As In return, Mercy hopes to be able to better serve the growing demand a nonprofit organization, Mercy continues to rely on of patients that come through their doors each day by expanding philanthropic donations, just as Catherine McCauley clinics and hospital space to meet the burgeoning demand. “We did at the start. Mercy never turns anyone away, and in continue to live in a growing community and our services are 2012 alone the system did $22.5 million in charity care. always stretched to the max,” shares Pianalto. Mercy Northwest Arkansas opened a new clinic in Bella Vista in December of last With the support of Northwest Arkansas, both Pianalto year to better serve patients in the area and enhance care. and Dr. Goss are looking forward to continuing to In addition to expanding their clinics, the hospital is going through provide an integral part of our community for years to an expansion of its own. Namely in the Emergency Department. come. “We always strive to be better next year,” shares “We’re expanding to make it bigger, to make the flow more Pianalto. “One of Catherine McCauley’s quotes was, convenient for our patients, and hopefully decrease the amount of ‘Be good today but much better tomorrow.’ So it’s up time and worry that people have in the Emergency Department,” to us to make sure that we are better tomorrow, and that we’re still open to all the patients in our care.”

Pianalto continues.

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DECIDE WHAT YOUR GOALS ARE

Make sure to write down your goals. Not only is it important to find reachable goals, but also ones that can fit into certain time limits. Try to fit them into one month, three months, six months and one year time periods.

It’s okay to have different goals for each time period. Example: Lose five pounds in one month.

SURROUND YOURSELF WITH SUPPORT

Think about asking a friend, spouse or child to start this journey with you. Having the support from others will make a huge difference on your progress and with your enjoyment during the whole thing. You can also keep each other accountable and make sure that neither of you are tempted to give up. If some people don’t understand your reasoning to start a different lifestyle, make sure you explain it to them. Give them all the positives on living healthier and how it will benefit you not only now but in the long run as well.

CREATE A GAME PLAN

Number one step of having a healthy lifestyle is being apart of a gym close to your home. Surrounding yourself with others who are also working towards their goals will help to keep you motivated. Once you join a gym, decide if you would benefit from having a trainer or not. Trainers are full of knowledge and can help you reach your goals within your time limits. They will also be there for motivation, accountability and encouragement.

Another part of a healthy lifestyle is your diet and eating habits. If you decide to get a trainer, they can also help you with this as well. Make sure the meal plan is right for your body type and goals.

BEGIN THE HABIT

The hardest part is getting started. So just, START! Make yourself a start date and make sure that you write out a doable schedule for every day. This will ensure that you don’t get overwhelmed with the changes. You also need to understand that you only get one body and taking care of yourself is very important. Make yourself a priority and remember that you are doing this for you and only you.

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS

We look at ourselves every single day. It is very hard to see progress this way, so make sure that you take before pictures. Don’t be shy, it’s worth it. I promise! You will also need to take down your weight and measurements weekly or biweekly. This should not be an every day thing. That will only cause frustration if you aren’t seeing results immediately. Once you see your progress you won’t want to stop! Others will see it as well and this will motivate you to keep going.

ALWAYS REMEMBER TO STAY POSITIVE AND DON’T BE TOO HARD ON YOURSELF. THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING AND NEVER FORGET THAT PROGRESS IS PROGRESS, NO MATTER HOW SLOW!

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BEHIND THE SEAMS

Staying IN SHAPE and As the new year sets in, fitness regimens are taking off while others are remaining steady, making it the perfect time to invest in good, quality activewear to support a healthy lifestyle. Local boutique Little Bird Activewear is paving the way for fitness enthusiasts with stylish gear perfect for an active lifestyle.

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BEHIND THE SEAMS

elping people maintain a healthy lifestyle comes naturally to Heather Wolfe, owner of Little Bird, who is an avid runner and an amateur yogini herself. As an active individual, she noticed a lack of merchandise locally to support her lifestyle. When the opportunity to open an activewear boutique inside Soul Yoga Lounge became possible, she knew she couldn’t do it without carrying Lululemon—a brand that she swears by and was noticeably missing in Northwest Arkansas.

Getting Lululemon’s blessing to carry their line in her store was no easy feat, but something Heather felt passionate about. “I didn’t even start looking at other brands until I knew I could carry Lulu,” she shares.

With the okay from Lululemon’s corporate, she started gathering other brands she felt inspired by and wanted to share with others, such as Lucy—an activewear brand for women who want to be active and stylish.

Other popular brands found at Little Bird are Spiritual Gangster and Yogitoes.

is a key to a good workout. “[Quality workout clothing] allows you to focus on your activity and your sport,” shares Heather. “You don’t have to worry about fidgeting with your clothes, which supports a better workout for you.”

Lululemon’s gear practically does the work for you.

Their fabrics wicks the sweat away from the body, and all of their clothes have an anti-stink fiber to ensure that your ensemble is still wearable after several workouts and washes. Overall, the company focuses on the technology of their clothes and how it can add to your workout and not detract.

Of course, not only do they make you feel good— these clothes make you look good too. As a bonus, all of the lines found in Little Bird Activewear not only look good in the gym, but also good enough to wear outside of your workouts in your daily life. Stay active in 2014, and get yourself motivated by investing in quality activewear to support a healthy lifestyle in and Each of these brands are tested and approved by out of the gym.

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WHO SAYS WORKOUT CLOTHES CAN’T BE TRENDY? Here are the top five activewear trends to look for in 2014:

mesh

Look for accents of mesh on all facets of your workout outfits. From accents on the pant leg and the bra strap, mesh will be a popular fabric that is also utilitarian as well—it provides ventilation to your outfit while remaining lightweight and stretchy.

layered

Sure, layering can sometimes be a necessity as the weather dips and spikes. But a layered look for workouts will be a popular trend year-round in 2014. Don’t be afraid to mix and match your bra and tank top colors to add some fun to your workout gear.

ombre

The ombre trend isn’t going away anytime soon. The graduated colored look will still be big in the coming year. Make a statement in your yoga class or at the gym with ombre leggings or shorts.

cool colors

Cool colors are said to be calming, and if that’s true the year is going to kick off with a peaceful vibe. Look for cooler colors such as purples and blues to mix into your workout wardrobe at the start of 2014.

bright sherbets

Brighten up your workout with sherbet colors as the weather warms up. Fresh colors such as oranges and pinks will be big in the summer months and will surely be seen on a variety of workout clothing and gear alike.

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THE 2014 STARLIGHT GALA BE THERE ... & GET SQUARED!

ENTERTAINMENT & ELEGANCE MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDAR!

The best charity gala in NWA just got SQUARED! Imagine a night of elegance, entertainment, enterprise & empathy – to the power of two!

Hot Country duo Thompson Square (“Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not;” “I Got You;” “Glass,” etc.) will headline the 2014 Starlight Gala on Saturday, April 26th at the John Q. Hammons Convention Center in Rogers.

The evening also will include: A fabulous silent auction (take a chance, get a deal).

An amazing live auction (bid on fantastic, one-of-a-kind items & experiences).

Delicious food & beverages.

The ability to help children in crisis.

Please contact Brooke Boles at 479.795.2417 or bboles@nwacs.org.

TRÉS CHIC

Keeping up your beauty routine and maintenance can be a time consuming endeavor. But with the help of our favorite experts, we’ve narrowed down exactly how often you need to have what done to keep looking your best from head to toe.

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TRÉS CHIC

Daily

SKIN CLEANSING REGIMEN Let Premier Dermatology help you find the right cleansing regime for your skin type.

GO TO THE GYM MOISTURIZE FACE AND BODY

Weekly

APPLY SUNSCREEN Daily sunscreen application protects your skin and helps slow the aging of your skin.

BRUSH... with an extra-soft toothbrush, floss and rinse your teeth with mouthwash MEDITATE

DEEP CONDITION HAIR Find an at-home deep conditioning treatment at Dead Swanky Blow Dry Bar, or pamper yourself with one of their salon treatments.

EXFOLIATE FACE AND BODY DEEP CONDITION HAIR SPLURGE ON: HAIR BLOWOUT

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MANICURE Keep your nails in tip-top shape with regular manicures.

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Monthly

HAIR CUT Monthly haircuts insure that your hair stays healthy and looking its best.

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EYEBROW WAX

BLOW OUT

SPLURGE ON: EYELASH EXTENSIONS Once you have a full set, lashes require routine touch-ups to remain full.

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FACIAL Treat your face to a day at the spa with one of Luxe Beauty’s indulgent facials.

HAIR COLOR BIKINI AND LIP WAX SPLURGE ON: FULL-BODY MASSAGE

Every Six Months Once a Year

BEAUTY MAKEOVER Visit Glo Limited NWA to learn about new colors and pick up makeup that has run out.

TEETH CLEANING SPLURGE ON: SEASONAL WARDROBE UPDATE

PROFESSIONAL TEETH WHITENING Dr. Lance Osborne will make your teeth shine with a professional teeth-whitening system perfect for your pearly whites.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

The New Year is a great time to make positive changes to impact your health and wellbeing. We sat down with trusted local experts to find out how to start 2014 on the right foot窶馬ew year, new you.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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N I K S THE E M D N A M M CO WEAR SUNSCREEN DAILY Everyone is at risk for skin cancer. Prevention is key! Look for a sunscreen with active ingredients such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. EltaMD® is one of my favorite brands.

WASH YOUR FACE EVERY NIGHT Never go to bed with the sins of the day on your skin!

DO NOT PICK AT YOUR FACE! Yes, it’s tempting, but picking at blemishes can cause bacteria to spread as well as scarring.

INCLUDE AN ANTI-AGING SERUM WITH GROWTH FACTORS INTO YOUR REGIMEN These proteins are vital in skin repair. When used consistently, you’ll see overall improvements in fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone and texture. My very favorite is SkinMedica® TNS Essential Serum®.

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RETINOL PRODUCTS ARE KEY IN ANY ANTI-AGING REGIMEN Concentrated forms of Vitamin A improve fine lines, wrinkles, pore size and also stimulate collagen production.

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EXFOLIATE. EXFOLIATE. EXFOLIATE.

Not only does exfoliation get rid of dead skin cells, it also helps your skin better absorb products.

Dermaplaning and microdermabrasion are great in-office treatments that can be done monthly, and Clarisonic® provides a variety of useful tools for at-home use.

HYDRATE YOUR SKIN Moisturizers are beneficial for all skin types—normal, dry, oily and sensitive. Key ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid help hold the moisture in your skin creating a protective barrier. For an in-office treatment, I highly recommend HydraFacial MD® to help cleanse, exfoliate, extract and hydrate the skin.

NEVER EVER USE A TANNING BED Self-tanning creams are widely accessible and offer a safe alternative to traditional tanning. SunFX® Summer’s Secret has been my secret for years!

FREE RADICAL DAMAGE IS A MAJOR CONTRIBUTING FACTOR TO AGING Fight them with antioxidants. Vitamins C and E play an important role in repairing and preventing skin damage.

KNOW YOUR SKIN Use the ABCDE’s of Melanoma to help inspect your entire body monthly. Look for Asymmetry, Border Irregularity, Color, Diameter and Evolving Pigmented Lesions. Early detection is paramount when treating and curing Melanoma, so get your skin checked annually by a dermatologist.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Factors that could hurt your teeth and smile from Fayetteville dentist,

DR. LANCE OSBORNE SPORTS DRINKS & SOFT DRINKS. Sports drinks and sodas contain large amounts of sugar. Sodas also have a high acidity content, which can break down teeth enamel.

TEETH GRINDING. Teeth grinding wears down the vertical dimension of teeth, which can lead to exposure of dentin (middle part of the enamel), supra-eruption of teeth, and cosmetically short, square teeth.

Also, teeth grinding can lead to over-worked muscles, which can cause pain in the joint musculature responsible for chewing.

ACIDITY. Wine has a high acidity level and definitely stains teeth. Citrus fruits also have high acidity that can temporarily soften enamel, so moderation is key.

TEETH WHITENING. Don’t whiten your teeth too often. Teeth can become sensitive and too white if over whitened.

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DRY MOUTH.

There’s an increased rate of decay, especially around restorations (crowns or bridges) that can cause bad breath. Saliva actually neutralizes acidic foods. Drinking water often and chewing sugarless gum can help. Dry mouth can be very detrimental in the elderly.

INFLAMED GUMS.

Patients have often asked if birth control pills and more importantly, eating gluten, causes inflamed gums, and I don’t think it does. Proper nutrition and hygiene prevent most inflamed gums and dental issues.

IRREGULAR FLOSSING.

Be sure to floss daily. Flossing on an irregular basis can lead to decay between teeth as well as inflamed gums.

TIMELY BRUSHING. There is no “wrong” time to brush. Be gentle and don’t scrub—let the toothbrush do the work.

amount of time to brush your teeth for

the number of times a day the ADA recommends brushing your teeth

how often you should floss when to replace your toothbrush (or sooner if the bristles are worn)

Schedule your visits to the dentist biannually Dr. Osborne’s preference for teeth whitening frequency

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

This year, pledge to make a difference for not only yourself, but for your friends and neighbors as well. Two local organizations are making a difference in Northwest Arkansas every day. Get inspired to create change in our community in both big and small ways.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE Income Tax Credit, increasing awareness and usage of MyFreeTaxes, and providing financial literacy resources for families who access these services.

Free Tax Service Initiative

United Way of NWA partners with CARE Community Center to provide free tax preparation at trusted and easily accessible locations in Northwest Arkansas.

United Way’s goals are to recruit at least 50 volunteers to be volunteer tax preparers, increase the overall number of returns filed at the VITA sites, and increase the number of first-time filers as well as Hispanic and Marshallese families accessing a VITA site.

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United Way of NWA educates on the eligibility and benefits of Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

Former President Ronald Reagan called EITC the “best antipoverty, the best pro-family, the best job creation measure to come out of Congress.” EITC is more money in the pockets of hard-working families who are struggling financially. In order to claim the credit, filers must work, and those who work fulltime and earn poverty-level wages receive the most benefit. However, as many as 122,000 Arkansans are eligible for EITC but do not claim the credit. That means roughly $200 million in tax refunds missed by Arkansans each year. United Way’s goal is to increase awareness of EITC so that eligible families do not miss out on this important benefit.

s tax season approaches, United Way of NWA is focused on helping families in Northwest Arkansas reach financial sustainability. One of the main priorities of United Way is to help lower-income families achieve greater financial stability, moving them towards financial independence. United Way of NWA seeks to improve products and systems that enable working families to save and increase their financial management knowledge and skills.

United Way of NWA partners with United Way Worldwide and the Walmart Foundation to increase awareness and usage of MyFreeTaxes (myfreetaxes. org), an online tool where individuals can prepare their own state and federal taxes for free. United Way’s goal is that at least 100 individuals will utilize MyFreeTaxes to prepare their taxes this year.

For more information the Free Tax Service Initiative or on United Way of Northwest Arkansas, please log One major initiative of United Way that builds on to unitedwaynwa.org. awareness and access for families to save and build financial stability is the Free Tax Service Initiative.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

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nderstanding grief: The loss of someone close causes stress and emotional discomfort, which can affect day-to-day living for the bereaved. When we lose someone close, our grieving can take many forms. We might find ourselves asking questions such as: Why do I feel lost and alone? Why can’t I move forward with my life? When will these feelings of sadness and grief end? Who can I turn to? Who will understand? All of these feelings are normal.

The key is that each loss is individual and each person’s grief is unique to that person. Acknowledging and processing grief makes it easier to cope.

The changing seasons are often used as an analogy for the cycles of grief and loss. Fall is the time of year when things are dying and going underground.

There seems to be no hope and we know that the long season of winter is looming. Winter is the season when things seem desolate and bleak. It feels as though life will not return to what was “normal” prior to the loss. There seems to be no end to the dark of winter. Spring is the season of hope and promise. Things are coming back to life again. There is optimism coming out of the desolation of winter.

Summer is the time of growth, sun, and light. One has endured the harsh seasons of fall and winter; into the rebirth and growth of spring and summer.

The bereavement staff at Circle of Life utilizes these metaphors when supporting those who have lost a loved one, family member or friend.

The Grief Center at Circle of Life Hospice provides grief and bereavement services to individuals in Northwest Arkansas who have experienced a loss.

The center offers quarterly six-week grief classes for children and adults, with the next schedule of classes beginning in January. The center also facilitates a four-week grief class specifically for men.

In addition, they offer “drop in” support groups at both their Springdale and Bentonville facilities every month. The Grief Center’s services are open to the community, at no cost, regardless of whether your loved one was a patient at Circle of Life.

Recently, The Grief Center at Circle of Life facilitated a Grief at the Holidays workshop for community members who were facing the fall and winter holidays without someone they love. This can be an emotional and challenging time. The bereaved are observing others who are celebrating annual traditions and events, leaving them feeling lost and alone.

Individuals who attend the holiday workshop often share their fears and challenges as they go into the holiday season.

The workshop discussed useful “tools” to help them make decisions about how holiday events will unfold. One of these tools is being open with family members about how they feel. This might involve not having the annual holiday dinner, not putting up all of the Christmas lights, or not going to the New Year’s Eve party they have always attended. The list goes on and on. Providing a space where the individual can reflect, process and discover what is best for them is the goal of this workshop.

Circle of Life’s Grief at the Holidays workshop is one of the many classes and workshops offered to hospice patients and to the community at large.

Grief and loss affect all members of the community: children, spouses, siblings, young and old—no one is immune.

In addition to scheduled groups and classes, the Grief Center provides support to individuals in the workplace, schools or other community agencies when needed. For more information or to inquire about grief classes or support groups call The Grief Center at Circle of Life at 479.872.3338 or email jneidholdt@nwacircleoflife.org.

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The countdown to Sochi is on! We are so excited to cheer on Team USA at the Winter Olympics, which kick off February 7. We’ll be glued to our televisions watching our favorite American athletes take on their worldwide opponents in sports like curling, skating, skiing and bobsled.

Hooray for Team USA!

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ROCK SOME RED, WHITE & BLUE IN HONOR OF THE HOME TEAM FOR THE 2014 WINTER OLYMPICS. GO USA!!

Ralph Lauren Team USA Crewneck Flag Sweater, $295

Kate Spade Georgica Road Silka, $248 Boss Orange Pebbled Leather Strap Watch, $175

Kate Spade Small Square Studs, $38

Tory Burch Adalyn Clutch, $350

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Scotch & Soda Inbetween Shirt Jacket, $155

Cole Haan South Street Oxford, $248

Burberry Check Wool Gloves, $250

Rebecca Taylor Jacquard Bomber Jacket, $495

Jack Spade Mitchell Leather Wallet, $148

Fox Brothers Stripe Wool Scarf, $168

Kendra Scott Blakely Pendant, $150

Steve Madden Riovista, $149.95

Helen Kaminski Elisa Fur Felt Cloche, $275 47

on e v o l r u o y w Sho ecial p s a h it w February heart. t e e w s r u o y surprise for RIFFRAFF

Mini Ban.Do Heart Heart Clip & Broach, $14 Ban.Do Print & Shine Bobbi Set, $20 Ban.Do Cross My Heart Bobbi, $25

LUXE BEAUTY

Creed 2000 Fleurs Perfume, $210

WITHERSPOON OPTOMETRY Kate Spade Almira Eyeglasses, $210

LOLA

Clare Vivier Jigsaw Foldover Clutch, $185 Moyna Lips Bag, $88

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SOUTHERN VINTAGE Pink Pearl Necklace, $32

THE INDEPENDENT

Ermenegildo Zegna Dress Shirt, $445 Ermenegildo Zegna Tie, $195 Spivey Stalactite Slice & Sterling Silver Cufflinks, $380

SHIRLEY’S FLOWERS, INC.

Fresh Floral Arrangement, Price varies

ELYSIAN

Wide Brim Hat, $24

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Naked Zebra Heart Cut out Top, $36

GLO

Bond No. 9 Madison Square Park, $190

PREMIER DERMATOLOGY Clarisonic Mia 2, $150

WITHERSPOON OPTOMETRY Judith Leiber Ruby Eyeglasses, $440

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Lollia Butterflies Candle, $30 Two’s Dopp Kit, $8

BLISS

Valentine’s Day Cupcakes, $2.99 each

TESORI BRIDAL, FORMAL & OCCASION Aidan Mattox Dress, $450

MASONS

Camino Brands Banker Bag, $121

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Shop the Revitalized Bentonville Square for Timeless Vintage Jewelry

Open Saturdays 10am-5pm Or by appointment 479.619.7351

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One block south of the Bentonville Square Off SE 2nd Street

BEHIND THE SEAMS

Northwest Arkansas’ most fashionable event is back (and better than ever) with big news for the 2014 event on March 3-8 53

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A letter from the founder, Jade Terminella: “The NWA Fashion Week event team is thrilled to officially announce our big move to Benton County in our third year of fashion and beauty shows. With new event spaces, boutiques, designers and sponsors, we could not be more excited about the impact and broader reach this move will have on NWA Fashion Week and the nonprofits we benefit.

Over 60 percent of the tickets sold for the 2013 Fashion Week were bought from Benton County residents. We saw this as an opportunity to expand and incorporate the wonderful things Benton County has to offer.

The NWA Fashion Week team has been working closely with Downtown Bentonville, Inc. to create our best experience to date and are thankful for their support and partnership. We are excited to be part of the movement to create a thriving scene for young professionals in the area.

This year’s Designer Runway will be held at 21c Museum Hotel on March 6 and the Boutique Runway will take place on March 7 and 8 at The Daily Record, a vacant warehouse that sits just off the Bentonville Square. Other exciting events will be held throughout Benton and Washington Counties that you won’t want to miss. We are looking forward to continuing our mission of fashion for philanthropy and hope to see you there!”

Keep up-to-date with NWA Fashion Week on Facebook and Instagram!

Tickets go on sale February 1 at NWAFW.c om.

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BEHIND THE SEAMS NWA Fashion Week was created on behalf of an organic group of designers, boutiques and other market leaders who are committed to creating a vibrant and exciting fashion community in Northwest Arkansas. In the spring of 2012, NWAFW launched with a week packed full of fashion and beauty that exists to grow our local fashion scene and to support local non-profit groups by raising both funding and awareness.

FASHION FOR PHILANTHROPY is its mantra and since launching in 2012, NWA Fashion Week has raised over $78,000. The NWA Fashion Week Event Team is more than proud to support this year’s handpicked group of nonprofits:

7 Hills Homeless Center Art Amiss I’m With Miller Junior League of NWA NWA Children’s Shelter Ozark Guidance Restore Humanity Single Parent Scholarship Fund Spay Arkansas Youth Strategies Learn more about how to support NWA Fashion Week and get involved at NWAFW.com.

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2014 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Monday, March 3

Bentonville Shopping Night Out The Dish, highlighting Downtown Bentonville’s hottest restaurants Private Men’s-only event at Mercedes-Benz of NWA, sponsored by The Independent + Blakeman’s Fine Jewelry

Tuesday, March 3

Fayetteville Shopping Night Out Little Black Dress Party at Vetro 1925, co-sponsored by Romance Diamond + She Said Yes + Pigmint Floral

Wednesday, March 4

Fairlane Station, Downtown Springdale Industry Launch Party

Thursday, March 6

21c Museum Hotel, Downtown Bentonville Social Hour Designer Runway After Party

Friday, March 7

The Daily Record, Downtown Bentonville Social Hour Boutique Runway After Party

Saturday, March 8

The Daily Record, Downtown Bentonville Social Hour Boutique Runway After Party

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SEEJUNE YOU THERE 23-29, 2014

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1 • 25 • 14 TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BENTON COUNTY

Get your game face on for this annual poker tournament. Play starts at 12:30p.m. and should end around 7p.m. There will be no cash payout, but a chance to win some great prizes. For more information, contact Sabrina Rampy at 479.273.7187 or visit www.bgcbentoncounty.org.

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TUX ON THE RUN

PAINT THE TOWN RED

NWA MERCY FAMILY YMCA

Roll out of bed and get ready to run. This 5k race features tuxes and a costume contest.

For more information call Ashton Caton at 479.273.9622 or visit www.ymcanwa.org.

1 • 20 • 14 18TH ANNUAL RECOMMITMENT BANQUET

Come celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Fayetteville Town Center. MLK Scholarships will be awarded and individuals from Northwest Arkansas will be honored for outstanding community service. For more information, visit www.nwamlk.org.

1 • 24 • 14 to 1 • 25 • 14 WALK A MILE IN MY SHOES

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

This “Party with a Purpose” is held at the Fayetteville Town Center for young professionals passionate about the overall mission of the American Heart Association. Visit www.heart.org/paintthetownred for event information, including ticket information and updates.

1 • 25 • 14 SCRABBLE WARS LITERACY COUNCIL OF BENTON COUNTY

Join the fun at the seventh annual Scrabble Wars. Dine, network with friends, win unique auction items, and play a wacky team Scrabble competition that includes bribing judges and buying extra letters. Call 479.273.3486 or visit www.goliteracy.org for more information.

OZARK GUIDANCE

Several thousand new and almost new shoes and handbags from the best stores and closets in Northwest Arkansas will be sold for $10 each. All proceeds from the sale will help provide counseling services for children and families. For more information, visit www.ozarkguidance.org or call 479.750.2020.

1 • 30 • 14 CELEBRATE LITTLE MOMENTS BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NWA

This annual event allows Big Brothers Big Sisters of NWA to honor the Bigs of the Year during a reception with top donors and annual sponsors. For more information, visit www.bbbsnwa.org.

MLK Recommitment Banquet Vivian and Trent Walton, Sr. with daughter Sandra (center)

Ozark Guidance Walk a Mile in My Shoes...Sale Jennifer Irwin and Aimee York

1 • 18 • 14 ONE IN THREE: THE CONCERT THAT CARES NORTHWEST ARKANSAS RAPE CRISIS CENTER

A concert fundraiser featuring local bands with three members each to honor the one in three women who will be victims of sexual assault in their lifetime. Event includes raffle items, food, drink and dancing. For more information, email anne@nwarapecrisis.org or call 479.445.6448.

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2 • 4 • 14 to 2 • 9 • 14 I LOVE LUCY® LIVE ON STAGE

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WALTON ARTS CENTER

GO RED FOR WOMEN

I Love Lucy® Live on Stage is the brand new hit musical stage show adapted from the longest running and most beloved television program in history. It’s 1952 and you are a member of the studio audience, awaiting the filming of two hilarious and oh-so-familiar “I Love Lucy” episodes. For tickets and more information, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

Join outstanding and dedicated women and men of Northwest Arkansas for the Go Red for Women learning event. This event includes a guest speaker, a purse-a-nality auction, health screenings and more. Call 479.442.6540 or visit www.americanheart.org for more information.

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6TH ANNUAL IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE GALA

KAMPAIGN FOR KIDS CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

The local chapter of Circle of Friends will host its annual giving campaign benefiting Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Northwest Arkansas boasts the most successful Kampaign for Kids event in the state. For more information, call 479.725.0405.

YOUTH BRIDGE, INC.

This can’t-miss event toasts area do-gooders for their impact in making a difference with troubled youth in Northwest Arkansas. For more information, visit www.youthbridge.com.

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2 • 8 • 14 BEAVER LAKE POLAR PLUNGE SPECIAL OLYMPICS ARKANSAS

Join the annual Beaver Lake Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Arkansas. The plunge will take place at the Prairie Creek Marina with registration beginning at 10a.m. and the plunge at 11a.m. For more information, please visit www.specialolympicsarkansas.org. Costumes are encouraged.

St. Vincent de Paul Tapas and Tinis Monsignor David LeSieur with Gisel and Mike Ruiz

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JACKSON L. GRAVES FOUNDATION

LES MISERABLES

This chocolate and wine pairing dinner at the Garden Room in Fayetteville is a delicious fundraiser with proceeds helping to provide funding for the research of innovative neonatal intensive care. Call 479.466.8339 or visit www.jacksongraves.org for more information.

ROGERS LITTLE THEATER

In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. Make plans to take your sweetheart to the annual Valentine’s Day Spectacular on February 14. For tickets and more information, visit www.rogerslittletheater.org.

2 • 15 • 14 12TH ANNUAL CRIMSON & CREAM BALL DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

The Northwest Arkansas alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta will once again host its annual ball. This fundraiser benefits the Nola Holt Royster Living Legacy Scholarship and the Bethany McClendon Graduate Scholarship. Visit www.nwadst.org for more information.

2 • 15 • 14 VALENTINES POPS SYMPHONY OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS ies Soup Sunday Arkansas Advocates for Children and Famil Denise Garner and r Carve Lynn s, Kellam Lowell Grisham, Laura

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SoNA will present a collection of symphonic, operatic and musical theater pieces all centered around the theme of love. Please call 479.443.5600 or visit www.sonamusic.org if you are interested in becoming a season subscriber.

Jackson L. Graves Foundation Ooh, La, La! James and Angie Graves with Chef Miles James

St. Vincent de Paul Tapas and Tinis Joe and Christy Boskus

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NWA WINE OPENER

ANGEL GALA

CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION

HAVENWOOD

Growing in popularity, the Wine Opener is a relaxed, yet lively evening of wine and food tasting with live and silent auctions. For more information, call 479.442.0233 or visit www.cff.org/chapters/arkansas.

Enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner, live auction, silent auction and dancing at the DoubleTree Suites in Bentonville. Tickets are $100. This event benefits the Havenwood transitional housing program for single parents and children. Visit www.nwahavenwood.org for more information.

ORCHID SOCIETY AND SHOW SALE

2 • 22 • 14 RED TIE SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE RAZORBACK FOUNDATION

TAPAS AND TINIS

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Don’t miss the Arts Center of the Ozarks’ major fundraising event of the year. A silent auction, delicious dining, drinks and dancing combine for an evening you won’t forget. Proceeds benefit programming and operations of the ACO for the coming year. For more information, visit www.artscenteroftheozarks.org.

The Orchid Society and Show Sale includes orchid displays with judging and awards, an orchid sale, and mini classes on orchid selection and care. For more information, please call 479.750.2620 or visit www.bgozarks.org.

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This annual event salutes the outstanding accomplishments of University of Arkansas student-athletes and is hosted by the Razorback Foundation and Athletic Department. The event will be held at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers and tickets are $100. For information, visit www.razorbackfoundation.com or call 479.224.9000 for tickets.

47TH ANNUAL ARTS CENTER OF THE OZARKS BALL & AUCTION

BOTANICAL GARDEN OF THE OZARKS

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

St. Vincent de Paul School’s premier fundraiser, Tapas and Tinis, includes heavy appetizers and specialty drinks at the Embassy Suites. It’s a great night out with music, dancing, live and silent auctions and much more. For details, please visit www.svdptapasandtinis.com.

SOUP SUNDAY ARKANSAS ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

This family-friendly fundraiser helps to improve the lives of low-income kids by changing public policy. Dozens of local restaurants donate—and guests happily sample—many varieties of soups, breads and desserts. For tickets or more information, please call 479.927.9800 or visit www.aradvocates.org.

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation NWA Wine Opener Jay and Kim Ellis

3 • 8 • 14 MASTERWORKS II SYMPHONY OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

3 • 6 • 14 BAGS FOR BOOKS

3 • 1 • 14 4TH ANNUAL MASQUERADE BALL WALTON ARTS CENTER

The Masquerade Ball is hosted by Walton Arts Center’s Corporate Leadership Council.

Highlights of the evening include live music, live and silent auctions, and much more. Grab your mask—you don’t want to miss the best Mardi Gras themed party of the season. Visit www.waltonartscenter.org for more information.

3 • 3 • 14 to 3 • 9 • 14 NWA FASHION WEEK Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week was created on behalf of an organic group of designers, boutiques and other market leaders who are committed to creating a vibrant and exciting fashion community in Northwest Arkansas.

NWAFW exists to grow the local fashion scene and support local charities. For more information visit www.nwafashionweek.com or www.facebook.com/nwafashion.

3 • 4 • 14 CHASE THE BLUES AWAY CHASE FAMILY FOUNDATION

Join the Chase Family Foundation for this Mardi Gras-themed soiree featuring live music at Springdale Country Club. For more details, please visit www.chasefamilyfoundation.com.

NWA Fashion Week Lindsay Curry, Laura Person, MaryLinda Biddy, Dr. Kristin Markell and Melissa Pinter

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UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

Join United Way of Northwest Arkansas for this stylish luncheon benefiting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library at the Springdale Holiday Inn from 11a.m. to 1:30p.m. For more information, visit www.unitedwaynwa.org or call 479.750.1221.

3 • 6 • 14 THE NWA FINANCIAL FORUM ARKANSAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Join SoNA for this highlight of the season, and revel in the combined sonic forces of over 250 players and singers onstage. Please call 479.443.5600 or visit www.sonamusic.org to become a season subscriber.

3 • 9 • 14 PROMISE CIRCLE LUNCHEON SUSAN G. KOMEN OZARK

This invitation-only event is held to announce new grantees for the year as well as honor the top Race for the Cure fundraisers from companies to individuals. Call 479.750.PINK (7465) or visit www.komenozark.org for more information.

3 • 11 • 14 to 3 • 16 • 14

Former Gov. Mike Hukabee from Fox News will discuss “The New Economy and You” with top financial advisors from around the U.S. at The NWA Financial Forum presented

by Mach-1 Financial Group. All net proceeds will benefit the Arkansas Children’s Hospital.

For details, visit www.mach-1financial.com/ nwa-financial-forum.

CHICAGO

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DANCING WITH THE STARS AMAZEUM

The Amazeum will host its seventh annual Dancing with the Stars of NWA to benefit the building project of Northwest Arkansas’ children’s museum. Local celebrities will be dancing, judging and waitressing for a fun-filled evening of dinner, a dance competition and auction. Find out more at www.amazeum.org.

WALTON ARTS CENTER

Chicago has everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping-song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. For tickets and more information, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

LIVE UNITED DAY UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

This is one of the largest one-day volunteer events held in Northwest Arkansas, where volunteers from across the region give their time and energy to complete much-needed projects at nonprofit agencies. Volunteers can sign up for projects at www.volunteernwa.org.

3 • 27 • 14 YOUTH OF THE YEAR BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BENTON COUNTY

The Youth of the Year Celebration honors each child that has been named Youth of the Month at their local Club. The event will be held at the John Q. Hammons Center at 6:30p.m. and will wrap up Boys and Girls Club Month. For more information, visit www.bgcbentoncounty.org.

Miller McNeil Woodruff Foundation Cupcakes & Cocktails Meredith and Patrick Woodruff

3 • 28 • 14 CUPCAKES & COCKTAILS MILLER MCNEIL WOODRUFF FOUNDATION

Join the Woodruff Family in remembering the impact their son, Miller McNeil, had on the Northwest Arkansas community. The event will be held at the Fayetteville Town Center. For more information, please visit www.imwithmiller.com.

3 • 28 • 14 American Diabetes Association Kiss a Pig Gala Sue and Jim Parker

24TH ANNUAL KITE FESTIVAL CELEBRATION TURPENTINE CREEK WILDLIFE REFUGE

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Bring your own kite or buy one at the refuge for this free family event, featuring vendors, contests, and fun activities for parents and children. Visit www.turpentinecreek.org or call 479.253.5841 for more information.

CELEBRATION OF POSSIBILITIES LUNCHEON

3 • 28 • 14 to 4 • 6 • 14

LIFE STYLES, INC.

THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER

Life Styles, Inc. will host its 26th annual Celebration Luncheon at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Springdale to celebrate the successes of Life Styles clients, staff, volunteers, employers and the community of Northwest Arkansas. For more details, visit www.lifestylesinc.org.

ROGERS LITTLE THEATER

Sheridan Whiteside, having dined at the home of the Stanleys, slips on their doorstep, breaking his hip. A tumultuous six weeks of confinement follow for the irascible invalid. For tickets or more information, contact the Box Office at 479.631.9899 or visit www.rogerslittletheater.org.

3 • 13 • 14 BARING IT ALL FOR LITERACY OZARK LITERACY COUNCIL

The Ozark Literacy Council will celebrate its 50th birthday and unveil the Bare Facts about Literacy Calendar, a community calendar project, at the Fayetteville Town Center. For tickets, visit www.ozarkliteracy.org or call 479.521.8250.

3 • 29 • 14 to 3 • 30 • 14 38TH ANNUAL HOGEYE MARATHON & RELAYS This two-day event kicks off with the Hogeye Kid’s Marathon. The next day, the Hogeye Marathon, Half Marathon and Relays will take place around the Fayetteville Square. Proceeds from the Hogeye are donated to Northwest Arkansas charities. For more information, visit www.hogeyemarathon.com.

3 • 2014 (TBD) LIGHT UP THE NIGHT NORTHWEST ARKANSAS RAPE CRISIS CENTER

A beautiful night symbolizing the commitment to bring light to sexual assault in our community.

Includes cocktails, tasty treats, silent auction and a ceremonial sparkler lighting to bring hope and healing in honor of survivors. For ticket and sponsorship information, visit www.nwarapecrisis.org or call 479.445.6448.

3 • 2014 (TBD) STARS FOR SCHOLARSHIPS SINGLE PARENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF BENTON COUNTY

Stars for Scholarships is a red carpet party where guests can dress up as their favorite movie star. The event will include a silent auction, photo booth and live music. For more information, visit www.spsfbc.com.

Boys & Girls Club of Benton County Youth of the Year Stephen Beringer, Jerry Carmichael and Bob Hrin

3 • 15 • 14 12TH ANNUAL KISS A PIG GALA AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION

This black-tie-optional affair features fine cuisine, live and silent auctions, and over-the-top entertainment as the community’s most talented leaders vie for the chance to kiss a pig to thank it for producing the first source of insulin for people with diabetes. Call 479.464.4121 or visit www.diabetes.org/nwakissapig for more information.

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