Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville’s Strawberry Festival returns to Downtown Square on May 17 from noon to 6 p.m with music, vendors, competitions; a Honky Tonk Street Dance is planned on May 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. Muriel Fahrion will sell memorabilia, and tickets (at $20) are available for an ice cream social.

An exhibit at Mullins Library displays rare items honoring poet Frank Stanford’s legacy through May 15.

An overnight marathon reading begins at 6 p.m. on April 3 at 1158 Crestwood Dr + will conclude with a moment of silence at the site where Stanford died.

UnGala will return Friday, April 17 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Amazeum as an adults only FUNdraiser offering playful activities such as racing car events and cocktail mixing while supporting the museum’s mission to expand practical learning.

The School of Art accepts free applications for its Arkansas Art Educator ArtLab for art teachers, offering sessions that run June 24-26 at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville and July 8-10 and July 15-17 at the U of A campus (applications are open until April 17).

The College of Education and Health Professions hosted the 18th Annual English as a Second Language Symposium on campus, gathering educators, students and faculty for in-person learning after six years online.

Participants heard a keynote from Mariana Castro and enjoyed a musical movement break led by Al (Papa Rap) Lopez.

The U of A Department of Music’s Music Education Program will host a free Modern Band 101 Workshop on April 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the campus, where guest clinician David Dockan will lead sessions on band pedagogy (featuring technology and songwriting) for educators and community members.

Washington County activated a new emergency alert system (Regroup) to replace Code Red after a 2025 cyber attack.

Residents can now receive real-time alerts in over 120 languages via phone, text, or email as county officials stress community safety.

Maria Jose Marin fired a 7-under 65 on Wednesday at Augusta National Women’s Amateur in Augusta, Georgia, tying for the lead with South Korea’s Soomin Oh.

The Razorback junior, determined after last spring’s missed cut, built her strong round with key birdies (including on her front nine) as play continued.

Alabama women’s basketball reported hiring former Arkansas assistant Pauline Love as its next head coach following Kristy Curry’s move to South Florida.

Love is known for her strong recruiting skills at Arkansas (she helped sign three McDonald’s All-Americans) and brings fresh energy to the program.

ATLiens Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable night with ATLiens in an electrifying live show.

NWA Naturals Home Opener

7:05-9:00 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate the arrival of spring with the NWA Naturals' opening game against the Amarillo Sod Poodles, complete with high-energy atmosphere and post-game fireworks.

Solas Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the most popular Celtic band in the U.S. with vibrant music and lively performance.

Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Arkansas Pine Bluff Baseball

6-10 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Tickets required — Watch the Arkansas Razorbacks take on the Golden Lions in an exciting baseball matchup.

Georgia Bulldogs at Arkansas Razorbacks Baseball

7-10 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Ticket pricing varies — Catch the thrilling SEC baseball showdown between the Bulldogs and Razorbacks.

Blue Man Group Performance

8-11 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets vary — Experience the unique blend of music, comedy, and multimedia from a world-renowned performance group.

Writers Weekend: Open Mic Session

2-3 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Share your original poetry or prose in a supportive environment at this open mic session.

Max McNown Concert

7-10 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets from $64 — Catch the latest hits from Max McNown in a vibrant live setting.

Wilson Park Pickleball Rumble

4:00 AM - 9:30 AM — Wilson Park — Free entry — Compete or play casually in this spirited pickleball tournament at a popular local venue.

Northwestern State Demons vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Baseball

1-7 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Join the excitement of college baseball as the Demons battle the Razorbacks.

Brand New Home on Markham Hill

Brand new home on Markham Hill — modern living beside wooded trails, just five minutes from downtown and the University.