Northwest Arkansas foodies will be excited to welcome a new, culturally authentic, Southeast Asian restaurant opening TODAY in The District - Downtown Rogers, 106 W. Elm Street, Suite 102. House 1830, is opening in the newly renovated building on the Southwest corner of S 1^st Street and W Elm Street. This new eatery is bringing a throwback-to-tradition kind of dining experience to Northwest Arkansas. They offer dishes from Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. Their featured items bring forward all of the amazing dishes that are found overseas and in SE Asian Homes in the U.S. but not often found on menus.

Art on the Bricks, a program of the Rogers Lowell Chamber, is assisting business owners, aspiring digital artists and families to discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is shaping the future. The community is invited to attend an informative overview of Artificial Intelligence and embark on a journey that redefines art and technology. 

Artist Dave Floyd is returning to Rogers Experimental House with free 45 minute demos once a month. Then, those who want to learn more may register for 2 hour art classes held most Wednesday evenings. This free AI intro session is designed to engage new users and share opportunities for additional paid classes. The initial offering of the AI Introduction is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Wednesday August 30, at Rogers Experimental House, 121 W Walnut Street, Rogers, AR.

When you meet David Buttecali, you will immediately recognize his passion for the real estate industry. With 42 years experience, he understands the need to keep balance with family, work, and community. He has a ton of energy and seemingly handles the balancing act with ease--or maybe with the help of a lot of coffee. (He swears he only drinks two cups each morning, but we have to wonder!)  The family part comes naturally brokerage firm includes four members of the family. And he didn't waste any time connecting in the community when he moved to Northwest Arkansas.

Register your team and compete in the 8th Annual Frisco Inferno Barbecue Competition, the official BBQ competition of Bikes, Blues & BBQ. Presented by the Rotary Club of Downtown Rogers, four person teams are invited to compete Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23. Each team will compete for The Judges’ Choice Awards which include trophies and cash prizes in two categories of smoked meat—pork and turkey.

• $1,000 for First Place
• $500 for Second Place
• $250 for Third Place

Loloft, a local venture backed startup whose investors include RZC Investments, the investment platform for Steuart and Tom Walton, and  Revolution VC, is redefining the warehousing/coworking landscape in NWA, by opening its innovative co-warehousing space in Downtown Rogers. 

The August DTR MeetUp is perfect for everyone who is interested in live entertainment in NW Arkansas. Learn about Stages.Live, the Northwest Arkansas App that supports the local music industry and organizers of community events.

If you own or operate a local restaurant, bar or retail shop, you won’t want to miss this program. All Bikes, Blues & BBQ events are found in the App and this is your opportunity to discover how you can advertise your business to rally week participants.

If you own a venue that books musical talent, this APP provides the you with the opportunity to share your available booking dates with local talent. 

If you have a local band or other form of performance art, Stages.Live provides you with targeted venues and business managers who can accommodate your future performances.