Club News

Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Altrusa

Altrusa International of Bentonville and Bella Vista meets at the River Grill in Bentonville at 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Altrusa is an international women's organization, whose focus is children's literacy. All are welcome and invited. For information, contact Gay Kiker at 479-855-8715 or visit www.altrusa-bb.com.

Iota Alpha Chapter

The Iota Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met Wednesday, Sept. 12, at the Guaranty Bank on Highway 71 in Pineville, Mo., with every member present. Plans for the fall chapter gathering were discussed. The social activity will be the Bella Vista fall chapter gathering at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 5, at St. Theodore's Episcopal Church in Bella Vista. The next meeting will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, at the home of Mary Frizzell. The service project for the month will be a donation of nutritious snacks for Cooper Elementary students.

BV Christian Women's Connection

The Bella Vista Christian Women's Connection will meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the Bella Vista Community Church, located at 75 Lancashire Blvd. in Bella Vista. The brunch is held every second Tuesday of the month, and an "All-American breakfast" is served for $10. The public is invited to attend.

The featured speaker is Xyta Lucas, president of the Bella Vista Historical Museum. Xyta will talk about the museum's acquisition of a "Pioneer Log Cabin" (circa 1916).

Guest speaker is Ute Stalford from Norman, Okla. Ute is a former linguist and teacher. She has been speaking for over 35 years and a Stonecroft speaker since 1979. Ute grew up in war-torn Germany and has a heart for hurting people and broken relationships. Ute will share her journey of faith. Her talk is entitled "Walking in the Freedom of Forgiveness."

The program is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries. For information, call 479-876-5422 or 513-703-4312 or email [email protected].

Lovely Purchase Chapter of DAR

Lovely Purchase Chapter of the National Society Daughters of American Revolution invites all to attend the next DAR meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the Library at Cooper Elementary School in Bella Vista. For more information, contact Jody Rogers at 479-855-7372.

Prostate Cancer Support Group

Each year more than 150,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. NWA-PSA offers support in coping with a prostate cancer diagnosis. Most men diagnosed with prostate cancer are likely to experience a range of emotions, including uncertainty, fear, anger and sadness. NWA-PSA support group is a community of people with a similar diagnosis or challenge who gather together to share knowledge, encouragement and emotional comfort. Members of NWA-PSA have someone to talk to and feel less alone; other participants may have suggestions about dealing with side effects or suggestions for resources and providers. It's no secret that men often find it difficult to express themselves -- a situation amplified when sexual issues are a topic of conversation. This support group provides a safe environment to share concerns.

NWA-PSA meets at 4 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month in the Mercy Clinic meeting room located at 1 Mercy Way in Bella Vista. These meetings are open to all men, spouses and caregivers. The next meeting will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, and the guest speaker will be Dr. Zimmerman.

Kiwanis Club

Bella Vista Kiwanis Club meets at 7 a.m., the first and third Thursday of each month at Concordia. Breakfast is available. Visitors, Kiwanis members and former Kiwanis members are all invited to attend.

Sunrise Rotary Club

The Bella Vista Sunrise Rotary Club has a breakfast meeting at 7 a.m. every Wednesday in the Concordia Main Building, 1 Concordia Drive, Bella Vista. Guests are welcome. For more information, call Sean at 417-455-6654.

Fly Tyers Club

The Fly Tyers Club meets at 9 a.m. every Thursday at Riordan Hall for a social hour, followed by a meeting from 10 to 11 a.m. The club is a fishing, conservation and service organization with approximately 150 members. This group of men and women share a common interest in fishing for both warm- and cold-water species found in the local streams and lakes of Bella Vista. The club also promotes lake conservation, recreational activities and conducts service projects throughout Northwest Arkansas.

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing

Attention all military veterans with VA disability, Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities, including education and outings. Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Riordan Hall in Bella Vista. Visit the national web page at www.projecthealingwaters.org. For more information, email [email protected].

Woodcarvers Club

The Bella Vista Woodcarvers Club is a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization giving back to the community. The club teaches kids the art of carving, using soap as a medium, in hopes they will move on to the art of carving in wood. The club supplies and teaches how to use the necessary tools, so children will not harm themselves during the process. Anyone with kids interested in this unique art form is invited to contact the club. There is no charge. The BV Woodcarvers Club has shown and taught this art at several organizations in the surrounding area, such as the Amazeum, Bella Vista Public Library and Cub Scouts. The club also sets up a tent in mid-October at the Spanker Creek Arts and Crafts Festival, where people can view and purchase one of the many members' displayed carved wood items. As each item is handcrafted, there are no two alike.

Club members (men and women) are talented carvers willing to teach anyone wanting to learn the art of wood carving. An open invitation stands for anyone interested to stop by one of the meetings from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday at Riordan Hall. For more information, contact John Brach, club president, at [email protected] or call 479-644-4202.

Village Lake Writers & Poets

Village Lake Writers & Poets meets monthly from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. Meetings are free and open to the public and held at the Artist Retreat Center, Home of the ARC Writers, along U.S. Highway 71, across from Lake Bella Vista (look for the two-story Historic Stone Cabin), at 13467 Lookout Drive, Bella Vista. The meetings include a potluck lunch, a featured author, lively discussion and readings. For additional information, contact Joanie Roberts at 608-642-1294.

BV AmateurRadio Club

The Bella Vista Amateur Radio Club holds its monthly meetings at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at Highland Christian Church in Bella Vista. The program focuses on competitive radio operating and its benefits for public service and emergency communications. 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. All meetings and exams are held at Highland Christian Church, located at 1500 Forest Hills Blvd. (Ark. Highway 279), in Bella Vista. More information on amateur radio and the BVRC is available at www.BellaVistaRadioClub.org.

American Legion Riders

Motorcycles, patriotic veteran fellowship and the thrill of a ride are what keep the American Legion Riders riding. The American Legion Riders are associated with Bella Vista Post 341 and have monthly meetings at 9:30 a.m., the third Saturday of each month, at the Bella Vista American Legion facility. If the weather allows, a ride follows and ends at a restaurant for a meal.

BV Strings

Bella Vista Strings is a casual acoustic jam group that meets at 1 p.m. every Friday at the Artist Retreat Center. Those who enjoy playing different styles of music are invited to visit and consider joining the BV Strings. The group plays rock, folk, bluegrass and country. The music is submitted by members. For more information, email [email protected], visit www.bvstrings.org or call 479-366-0045.

Men's Chorus

The Bella Vista Men's Chorus meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday in the choir room at First Methodist Church on Boyce Drive. New singers are welcome. For information, call 479-268-5391.

Bella Vista Women's Chorus

The Bella Vista Women's Chorus invites singers from the tri-county area to join the group. All are welcome with no tryouts or experience necessary. Directed by Larry Zehring, the group performs classical, pop, folk and show tunes for local clubs and events. Rehearsals are held at 12:45 p.m. Mondays in the music room of the Bella Vista First United Methodist Church. The Bella Vista Women's Chorus is available to sing at events. Contact 479-715-6154 for more information or visit www.WomensChorusBV.com.

Perfect Harmony Women's Barbershop Chorus

Perfect Harmony Women's Barbershop Chorus meets from 4 to 5:30 p.m. every Monday in the choir room of the United Lutheran Church of Bella Vista. No previous experience or tryouts are required to join this fun-loving chorus. For more information or to schedule the chorus for entertainment, call Karen Frankenfeld, director, at 479-876-7204, or visit www.perfectharmonybv.com.

Pride of the Ozarks Barbershop Chorus

Pride of the Ozarks Barbershop Chorus meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Bella Vista Church of Christ, 989 McNelly Road, Bentonville (across from Lowes). Singing in harmony, a Cappella, is this group's enjoyment and is open to all men who like to sing. Vocal music experience is helpful. For more information, call Jim Nugent at 479-855-7980 or 479-621-3372.

Community on 10/03/2018