TOPS
Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a nonprofit weight loss organization that has been around since 1945 and has helped thousands lose unwanted pounds. There are several chapters in the Northwest Arkansas area including Fayetteville, Elm Springs, Springdale, Lincoln, Siloam Springs, Gentry and Rogers.
First visit to any chapter is free, and participants may try more than one.
Information: (870) 257-2646, tops.org or email artmar14@centurytel.net.
Writers
The Village Lake Writers and Poets will hold a book talk from 2 to 4 p.m. today with author J.C. Crumpton at the Artist Retreat Center, 13467 Lookout Drive in Bella Vista.
Crumpton is a local Western writer, science fiction and fantasy writer. Crumpton's first book is Silence in the Garden and his novella, Field of Strong Men, was nominated for the Western Writers of America 2017 Spur Award. Crumpton's writing includes short stories published in multiple journals. He is a prolific writer and has new novels being released in 2018 by Pro Se Publishing and 2019 by Oghma Creative Media Publishing. Crumpton is active in Ozark Writers League as well as having participated in the local writers group. He lives with his wife and son in Bentonville.
Information: (608) 642-1294.
BC Dems
Benton County Dems will meet at 11 a.m. Monday at Golden Corral in Rogers with the program beginning at noon. Speakers will be Gladys Tiffany, director of the Omni Center for Peace, Justice and Equality, and co-presenter, Patrick Kinnemon, Citizens Climate Lobby. Their talk, "Theory and Practice of Conversing with Conservatives: How Science Can Help Us Bridge Divides and Keep Our Cool," presents the research of professors George Lakoff and Jonathan Haidt addressing how different value systems lead to miscommunication.
Information: Email suzanne@dhsc.com.
Garden Club
The Bentonville Garden Club will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Arvest Conference Room. The program for the month will be presented by Earth Science Labs concerning clean water sources.
Information: (479) 366-0235.
Car Club
Foothills of the Ozarks Car Club will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Colton's Steak House in Rogers. Members should arrive for dinner at 6 p.m.
The club was formed by a small group of car enthusiasts who were interested in promoting their love of antique automobiles. The club meets the first Thursday of each month at various restaurants. Everyone is invited.
Information: (479) 790-7592.
Radio Club
The Bella Vista Amateur Radio Club will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Highlands Christian Church. The program will focus on emergency communications provided by hams in Puerto Rico in the wake of last year's devastating hurricanes.
For anyone interested in acquiring an amateur radio license, the club also administers FCC exams at 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month. Anyone interested in exploring the radio hobby or taking the FCC license exam is invited.
Information: bellavistaradioclub.org.
Rotary
The Rotary Club of Fayetteville has announced its speakers for meetings in March. The group will meet at noon on Thursdays at Mermaids Restaurant, 2217 N. College Ave. in Fayetteville. Speakers and topics for March are:
•Thursday: Mary Alice Serafini and Patty Sullivan will speak on the Peace Corps
•March 8: Mike Gaddy will speak on the U.S. Constitution
•March 15: Melissa Caffrey will speak on The Spark Foundation
•March 22: Mike Harvey will speak on NWA Council
•March 29: Gable Sloan will speak on Gable's Fund for Increased Academic Opportunity
Information: fayettevillerotary.org or email mjmusial@gmail.com.
Altrusa
Altrusa of Rogers will meet at noon Thursday at The Egg and I restaurant to hear a presentation by Jolana Aibangbee, vice president of communication and development for the Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter. She will share information about the services provided at the facility. Altrusa of Rogers will donate books for the book nook that the club previously established.
Information: (479) 659-2604.
Teachers
The Rogers Retired Teachers Association will meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Golden Corral, 2605 W. Pleasant Crossing Drive in Rogers. Retired educators or employees of any school system who live in the Rogers area are invited to attend. Mary Huie, travel manager for the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association, will make a presentation regarding travel opportunities for RRTA members.
Information: (479) 659-2604 or email d.l.lewis8209@gmail.com.
Gardeners
The Garden Club of Rogers will meet at 10 a.m. March 6 at the First Presbyterian Church, on the corner of New Hope Road and 26th Street in Rogers.
The program will be "Introduction to Basic Beekeeping" with speaker Patrick Edwards, president of Benton County Beekeepers Association. Edwards is also regional director of the statewide Arkansas Beekeepers Association. He and his wife, Kelly, are owners of Preppers Bee Supply in Garfield. Edwards manages approximately 85 hives of Italian and Russian honeybees.
Pollinators are an important part of the food chain. Honeybees account for three of every five bites of food that we eat. The program will discuss stages of honeybee life, bees that make up the hive and the pollination cycle and bees other than the honeybee.
There will be a horticulture report with a drawing for plant of the month and pass-along plants and magazines. Lunch will be catered by Susan's Catering; reservations are required.
Information: (479) 644-9673, ilovegcr.com or facebook.com/gardenclubofrogers.
Amateur Radio
The Hogville Amateur Radio Club has announced its March events.
•March 17 and 24: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Technician Class, FCC entry-level radio license
•March 24: 3 p.m., VE testing for all amateur radio licenses
•March 26: 7 p.m. Hogville Hams Club meeting
All events will be held at Springdale Fire Station No. 1, 417 Holcomb St.
Information: hogvillehams.com or email w5xna@arrl.net.
Toastmasters
Twin Lakes Toastmasters Club in Fayetteville will deliver the skills and confidence people need to effectively express themselves in any situation. The club meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1021 W. Sycamore St. in Fayetteville.
Information: 4122.toastmastersclubs.org.
Hill Hikers
The Ozark Hill Hikers invite the community to enjoy a 5K or 10K paved-trail walk at 10 a.m. March 10 in Fayetteville, passing the University of Arkansas, the Fayetteville square and stately homes in the historic district. Meet at Walgreens, 524 S. School Ave., between 9:30 and 10 a.m. In case of last-minute changes, please check the website calendar.
Information: sites.google.com/site/bvozarkhillhikers.
Ostomates
The Northwest Arkansas Ostomy education and support group will meet at 2 p.m. March 18 at Hope Cancer Resources, 5835 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale. The subject for discussion will be traveling with an ostomy. There will be a 1 p.m. educational meeting prior to the main meeting. The doors will open at 12:45 p.m. If for any reason the roads are unsafe due to inclement weather, the meeting will be canceled.
Information: nwaostomy.weebly.com.
CLIMB
Children's Lives Include Moments of Bravery is a Children's Treehouse Foundation family support group that helps children ages 6 to 12 cope with and share feelings about a parent or loved one who has cancer. The next group will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. every Monday from March 26 until April 30 at Hope Cancer Resources, 5835 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale. Registration is required.
Information: (479) 361-5847.
Cancer
Hope Cancer Resources offers a six-week art group, Art, Healing & Hope: Collaging Your Story, for patients with any type of cancer. Members will create a collage of their personal cancer journey. A light meal and all supplies needed for the project will be provided. The next group will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. every Thursday from April 5 until May 10 at Hope Cancer Resources5835 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale. Members must RSVP to attend.
Information: (479) 361-5847.
NAN Profiles on 02/25/2018