There is a new DIY collaboration photography studio space in Springdale and it’s available for rent thanks to a new local startup.

• Shoot: Sol Nox Studio was created to provide the ‘right space’ for those entering into photography, video, or visual arts. It is a fully equipped studio at 800 E. Emma for artist to book and utilize as a temporary space.
• Rates: For a solo, startup photographer cost can add up. The studio goes for $60/h with a 2h minimum. Set-up and clean-up are the booker's responsibility. Seamless backdrops, props, and a digital editing space are all part of the deal.

To book, and for more information, click HERE. 

Congratulations, you all made it to the weekend! Here are some things going on around the region:

• Listen: Grammy-nominated vocalist, composer, and producer Arooj Aftab will be at the Momentary this evening as part of their weekend Birthday celebration.
• Shop local: The 3rd annual NWA Blacked-Owned Business Expo is Saturday from 11a-4p at the Apollo on Emma in downtown Springdale.
• Science & art: Tyler Thrasher will be at Crystal Bridges today and tomorrow for some great activities and demonstrations.
• Cheers: The Dickson Street Bead Crawl kicks off this Saturday to celebrate Mardi Gras. Beads are encouraged.
• Read: The Friendly Bookstore in Rogers is having a 1/2 off sale this weekend as they plan to move to a new location.
• Collaboration: Ozark Beer at Rope Hounds in Bentonville is having their grand opening event this weekend with specials starting today - dogs are encouraged to attend.
• Father, daughter: It's Daddy Daughter Day at War Eagle Mill on Sunday where they'll be serving breakfast for 2.

As always, be safe and have fun! See you Monday!

Though it might not seem like it now, Spring is coming, and with it 2 events we're excited about:

• Makers on Mount Sequoyah: The NWA’s Makers’ Market, organized by the NWA Makers Club, is scheduled for April 30th, 10a-4p. It will be at Mount Sequoyah in Fayetteville and feature dozens of local artists and crafters selling what they’ve made. 
• Friends on 5th St: Additionally, the Fifth Market on 5th Street in Bentonville is scheduled for April 30th. Going into their 2nd year, Fifth Market will have live music, crafts, and bites courtesy of Fifth Pottery Studio, Airship Coffee, and CACHE team.

You may want to hold April 30 for a full day of local events.

Convenient and effective transportation has been a key factor in Northwest Arkansas’ economic growth, and we have Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) to thank for that in part. 

• Looking back: Over the last year, XNA has delivered on 10 new nonstop routes, making a total of 27 destinations from our local airport. XNA is projecting 750,000 enplanements for 2022.
• To come: Planned improvements include a new access road to the airport, renovations to the taxiway and entire lobby, installation of art and murals, 2 new gates, a sky bridge, a nearby hotel, and potentially an airport lounge.

For more info, click HERE.