🌱 Public Art Advisory Committee Seeking Artwork + Street Closure

Morning, Bentonville! Let's get you all caught up to start this Wednesday, October 20 off on an informed note. Here are the most important things happening in town today.

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 73 Low: 45.

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Here are the top stories today in Bentonville

1. The City of Bentonville's Public Art Advisory Committee is seeking proposals for permanent or mobile artwork that builds on the art and cultural experiences in Northwest Arkansas. The desired installation fosters public engagement, community harmony, identifies the location as Bentonville and reflects our growing diversity. The artwork should create a happy, energetic experience encouraging photo taking and sharing on social media. The project is inspired by large letter installations from around the world. (The City of Bentonville)
2. On Saturday, October 23, a few downtown streets will be temporarily closed midafternoon for Bentonville Public Library's OZ Kids Fat Tire Criterium & Fall Fest. Primary roads will reopen as soon as the last cyclist comes through, or at 5:30 PM, whichever comes first. Volunteers wearing bright-colored vests and Bentonville Police Officers will be positioned at key intersections and cross streets to direct traffic around the route and to assist cars in crossing streets where appropriate. The Bentonville Fire Department will be along the route as well. (The City of Bentonville)
3. Bentonville Film Foundation has announced the organization's 2022 film festival will take place both virtually and in person. The 2022 event is being held in Arkansas from June 22 through June 26, while the digital portion will extend through July 3. The festival, led by actor Geena Davis, has been running for seven years and aims to amplify female, non-binary, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, API and people with disabilities in entertainment. The festival is now accepting film submissions for consideration for the 2022 program. (BFFoundation)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update. If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.