The 13th Annual 40/29 & Arkansas CW NWA Women's Expo will take place this weekend at the Benton County Fairgrounds for two days filled with food, fashion, and fun. The expo will be open Saturday, Apr 29, from 10a-5p and Sunday, Apr 30, from 11a-4p.

• Shopping spree: Over 170 businesses will have booths present with merchandise on display where you can explore the latest fashion trends, jewelry, home decor, and gourmet treats.
• Like mother like daughter: Two stages will host various entertainment and events like fashion shows, live music, cooking demos, meet-and-greets with celebrity guests, and tons of opportunities to win raffles and prizes like the 101.9 Mother Daughter Look-A-Like Contest

Reserve your tickets for the NWA Women's Expo HERE.

Common Goods, a brand new liquidation warehouse opened by local entrepreneur Jeremy Biar, seeks to serve our region's "common good" in two ways: offering great discounts on a vast array of merchandise and giving 25% of income to NWA nonprofits.

• Awesome Products: At Common Goods' warehouse in Johnson, you'll find any product you can imagine: drones, camping gear, electric scooters, bikes, toys, shower heads, furniture, tools, vacuums, grills, sound bars, kitchen appliances, monitors, apple chargers, clothes, bedding, even redwood lumber.
• Genuine Generosity: Beyond saving customers 30-70% off retail prices, Common Goods donates 25% of its income to local nonprofits. They also test their products and accept customer returns, ensuring everyone is happy with every purchase. Now that sounds UNcommonly good.

Find store hours, location, and more info HERE, and follow on Facebook for updates on exciting products HERE. 

Let the kids loose to run and ninja warrior-climb their way through the Young Lions Obstacle Course NWA 2023 on Saturday, May 6, from 9a-1p at JB Hunt Park in Springdale.

• Challenge accepted: The 1-mi obstacle course will feature ten ninja warrior-style obstacles for kids to complete. Each participant will receive a Young Lions medal and sticker and is welcome to run the course as many times as their legs can carry them!
• Family fun: Parents are welcome to go through the course with their kids to take pictures and assist as needed, and there will be Kona Ice, inflatables, face paint, balloon art, a food truck, and more for the entire family to enjoy the day together.

Tickets are $30, but use the code NWADAILY before May 1 for $20 off! Register HERE.

Enjoy a French-inspired evening complete with entertainment, food, and drink from local restaurants during A La Carte, a fundraiser organized by the Arkansas Children's Northwest Auxillary to support our local children's hospital and highlight local cuisine Thursday, May 4, at the Ledger in Bentonville.

• Bon Appetit! Those attending can sample bites from local favorites like Briar Rose Bakery, Café Rue Orleans, Conifer, Ella's Table, Gooseberry Handmade Pies, The Hive, Summer Moon Coffee, and more.
• Bidding war: If you can't make the dinner, you can still participate in the event's online silent auction of over 100 items that opens for bidding today, Apr 27.

Purchase tickets and register for the online auction HERE.

Today is Take Action For Libraries Day, calling communities everywhere to support and advocate for local libraries that provide public access to knowledge and resources. Let's show some love to the local libraries that make Northwest Arkansas a great place to live and learn.

• Benton: Join the Rogers Public Library Reading Challenge for a chance to win great prizes and keep up with details about Bentonville Public Library's exciting expansion to further its mission to provide lifelong learning opportunities.
• Washington: Get involved with the great kids' classes and learning opportunities at the Springdale Public Library, and show your love for the Fayetteville Public Library by purchasing official FPL merch!

Tag @nwa.daily on social media today, showing us why you love your local library!