Good morning, Bentonville.

In Garfield, Jessica Forst offers riding lessons, birthday parties and therapeutic sessions that help people connect with horses and other animals at Veza Experience (17356 Wendell Jones Rd.).

The appointment-only business provides calming fun encounters for both children and adults.

SGS opened a Bicycle, eMobility, and Transit Packaging Testing Laboratory today at 2310 S.W.

14th St. The 5,000 sqft lab employs two full-time and three rotating staff and will test products for regulatory safety standards — supporting local and international companies in bringing products to market.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art opened a 114,000 sqft expansion on June 6 to offer visitors new gallery spaces and a teaching artist-in-residence program — a move that brings fresh energy and greater art access to the community.

Parents in Arkansas have faced delays in receiving homeschool reimbursements through the Educational Freedom Account program, with some waiting over six weeks.

State Education Department officials said they are adding reviewers and updating ClassWallet + system to cut processing times to under 30 days by August.

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders said the state would bar Chinese-owned companies from owning farmland and digital asset mining business interests, reversing decades of recruitment efforts amid global trade tensions.

The move follows a closing of the state's China office in 2020 and new legal restrictions enacted in 2023 and 2024.

Highland Christian Church in Bella Vista will host a Red Cross blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 30; community members can sign up online using BVCommunity or call 1-800-733-2767.

The church also offers Sunday Bible study and weekly community programs.

Courtyard Sessions: Live Music with Princeaus & DJ Kenny Moss

7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of experimental electronica and alternative rap in a lively outdoor setting.

Tai Chi on the Green

9-10 a.m. — The Momentary — $20 ($16 members) — Embrace tranquility with a guided Tai Chi session amidst nature as the sun rises.

Trillium Presents Sky Creature

7-9:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $15 ($12 for members) — Experience an immersive sonic journey with Majel Connery and Matt Walsh as they blend art music with post-punk influences.

Tour de Frida: Bike Celebration

2-6 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Celebrate culture and community with local artists, food, and a vibrant fashion show.

On the House with Morgan Johnston

5-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Enjoy free live music by Nashville-based artist Morgan Johnston in a vibrant setting.

Vinyl Listening Party with Tiff Bogan

7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Explore the legacy of groove through an immersive vinyl listening experience.

Rebels & Realms Book Convention 2026

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Rogers Convention Center — Free entry — Step into beloved worlds and meet favorite authors and narrators at this exciting book convention.

Lord Huron Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sound of Lord Huron led by artist Ben Schneider in an unforgettable live performance.