Shopping local is a true pleasure when you're surrounded by beautiful clothing in a cheerful and welcoming environment. Olivia Frank & Co is a chic new boutique in Northwest Arkansas, founded by the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Julie and Olivia Woods. Located on First Street in Downtown Rogers, this boutique offers a thoughtfully curated collection of trendy apparel, jewelry, accessories, and gifts. What sets Olivia Frank & Co apart is its inclusive range of sizes, from small to 3X, ensuring that every woman can find something that makes her feel confident and beautiful.

"100 Things to Do in Bentonville/Rogers Before You Die" will be an exciting addition to any travel enthusiast's collection! This guidebook, set to be released on September 1, offers a blend of travel tips and bucket list experiences, making it a valuable resource for both residents and visitors of Northwest Arkansas. This new guide covers a wide range of activities across five categories: Food and Drink, Music and Entertainment, Sports and Recreation, Culture and History, and Shopping and Fashion. With more than a hundred recommendations, this book will be a great resource for discovering all that Bentonville and Rogers have to offer.

Locally owned Downtown Rogers businesses thrive on the relationships they build with their customers. These relationships have been especially important this year as some merchants lost days, or even weeks, of revenue due to interruptions caused by the recent storm damage. This is revenue and perhaps even lost inventory that won’t been recovered.

Downtown Rogers businesses understand the value of customer loyalty. Many have implemented various programs to reward their repeat customers.

Caring for canines: Rogers residents Ed and Kathy McClure are championing the cause of the Humane Society of Northwest Arkansas, a no-kill shelter currently at full capacity. To raise awareness and support, they are purchasing pup-cups from baked by kori. 

The McClures are purchasing 68 pup-cups—one for each dog at the shelter,—from Downtown Rogers merchant, baked by kori. The community is invited to join them in supporting the shelter. Stop by either location: buy pup-cups for your pups, take photos, share on social media, and help give the shelter doggies some love and treats. Use #GoDowntownRogers.

• Pup Cup Pick Up: 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 18, baked by kori, 128 S 2nd Street, Rogers
• Pup Cup Distribution: 2:20 p.m. Thursday, July 18, Humane Society of Northwest Arkansas, 405 E Nursery Road, Rogers

Jessica Hester has been recognized as one of the ten outstanding Urban Land Institute women for her leadership and dedication to advancing gender equity in the commercial real estate industry. Her work as CEO/Founder/Principal Architect of VERDANT Studio, located in Downtown Rogers, reflects her commitment to shaping communities and enhancing quality of life. It's inspiring to see individuals like Hester making significant contributions to their industry and communities.

Urban Land Institute is a global network of professionals in every sector of real estate development and land use, from private enterprise to public service. ULI focuses on best practices in real estate development, housing, transportation, and related topics. Locally, ULI Northwest Arkansas serves as a trusted and relied-upon network of leaders advancing responsible land use and development. Locally and globally, the organization focuses on best practices in real estate development, housing, transportation, and related topics. 

March brings an exciting fusion of creativity as crochet and art collide during Art on the Bricks' celebration of National Crochet Month and Youth Art Month, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14. This vibrant event showcases the intersection of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expression, highlighting the diverse talents of local artisans and makers, both young and old.

Art on the Bricks invites the community to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of crochet artistry, where intricate stitches and vibrant colors come together to form stunning works of art. From delicate jewelry to whimsical amigurumi creatures, visitors will have the opportunity to marvel at the intricacy and ingenuity of crochet creations. Patrons will also experience the fancy footwork of Rince Academy of Irish Dance and see the art of 8th grade art students from Greer Lingle Middle School. 

Join us for a captivating evening at the Art on the Bricks Art Walk in Downtown Rogers on Thursday, February 8, 2024. From 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., immerse yourself in a delightful blend of visual art, music, shopping, food, and fun spanning across 10 locations in historic downtown Rogers.

This month's Art Walk celebrates the essence of Arkansas with the theme "Can’t Help Falling in Love with The Natural State." Experience the natural beauty and scenic wonders that make Northwest Arkansas one of the top 10 places to live in the United States. From biking and hiking trails to mountain ranges, waterfalls, lakes, rivers, and diverse flora and fauna, Arkansas provides a stunning backdrop that inspires the local art scene.

Rogers Historical Museum is the recipient of the 2023 Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) Gold Award for Gallery Installations, Under $1,000 Budget Category. The SEMC Technology Competition recognizes excellence in the use of technology within Southeastern United States museums and celebrates the accomplishments of innovative work.

The award-winning entry is a music interactive included in the museum’s temporary exhibit, “A Parade of Apple Blossoms.” This exhibit highlighted the Apple Blossom Festivals of the 1920s that were a grand celebration of the apple industry in northwest Arkansas. These festivals featured elaborate costumes, Apple Blossom Queen contests, period music, regional tours, and more that turned Rogers and the surrounding area into “A Parade of Apple Blossoms” each spring.

The Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society (NAJS) is hosting it’s next Jazz Jam Session at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, December 14 at Levi’s Gastrolounge & Lowbar at 224 S. 2nd Street,  in in Downtown Rogers. The house rhythm section will be the Jake Hertzog Trio, with musicians from the audience sitting in to jam.

Levi’s Gastrolounge has partnered with the NAJS to provide the perfect venue for a monthly jazz jam. Young musicians as well as seasoned pros share the bandstand for an evening of great music and plenty of surprises. This hip, basement bistro serves up great food and drink to complement the music, and it is free and open to all.

The Rogers Lowell Chamber offers the Downtown Rogers Merchant MeetUp to invite businesses to share success stories and ideas to further economic development in the core of our city. Downtown Rogers business owners, managers and employees, and other interested individuals, are invited to join us 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, July 20, at The Key Wing of Rogers Historical Museum, 322 S 2nd Street, Rogers, AR.  In addition to connecting over coffee provided by Iron Horse Coffee Company, and sharing their latest news, participants will be among the first to learn about Carte, a new workforce development app that will revolutionize hiring by matching the right people to the right jobs with one simple swipe.

The month of May is National Pet Month and what better time to highlight our dog friendly Downtown Rogers than with a doggy themed Art on the Bricks Art Walk. The monthly event is a program of The Rogers Lowell Chamber, welcomes the community to shop with artists and pet related businesses and non-profits to participate in “Barks on the Bricks,” 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023.

May is National Pet Month and we are celebrating our Dog Friendly Downtown Rogers with numerous events including the May 11 Barks on the Bricks Art Walk and an opportunity for your pet photos to be featured in the Rogers Experimental House Gallery.  

April 7 is recognized as National Beer Day in the U.S., and April 6 is known as New Beer's Eve. Why, you ask? April 7 is the anniversary of the end of Prohibition in the United States. Those who frequent Downtown Rogers restaurants and bars don't need a special day to enjoy locally the popular beverage that has been made for over 5,000 years. But it is a great reason for us to shine the spotlight and help you get acquainted with one of the founders and co-owners of Ozark Beer Company, Lacie Bray.