Good morning, Rogers.

A local reader asked about a large purple-flowering shrub that draws many bees and noted it looked like a crape myrtle while a friend called it a butterfly bush—this led to a discussion on vitex as a great summer blooming shrub that can grow larger than expected.

Beau Jennings Solo Acoustic Performance

2-4 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an intimate acoustic show by musician Beau Jennings in a cozy library setting.

The Ghost Inside

7-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy show from multi-platinum Danish rock band Volbeat blending hard rock with elements of punk and metal.

NW Section Scholarship Bowling Tournament

12-7 p.m. — Fast Lane Entertainment — Entry fee applies — Join the excitement at the 12th Annual NWA AIA Bowling Tournament with 60 team slots available.

Founders Classical Academy Rogers - Kindergarten Meet the Teacher

3-4 p.m. — Founders Classical Academy - Rogers — Free entry — Kindergarten students can meet their teachers, classmates, and tour their classrooms before the school year begins.

School Tours for Prospective 7-12th grade students

Thinking about joining our creative community? Come see what makes Arkansas Arts Academy a unique and innovative learning environment. Tour our beautiful campus, explore our performance spaces, learn about our arts-integrated curriculum, meet staff, and ask questions. Spaces available for fall enrollment. School starts August 13, 2025, Tuesday, August 5th from 5:30-6:30, 506 West Poplar Street, Rogers 72756. Don't miss this opportunity to discover all that AAA offers and how your student can be a part of it.

FCA Rogers Meet the Teacher Event

3-4 p.m. — Founders Classical Academy - Rogers — Free entry — 1st-6th graders discover their new classrooms and meet their teachers and classmates.

Meet the Teacher Night for Grades 7-12

3-4 p.m. — Founders Classical Academy - Rogers — Free entry — Meet your teachers and classmates while exploring new classrooms ahead of the school year.

Lukas Wigington Live at JJ's Grill

6 PM – 12 AM — JJ's Grill Rogers — Cover TBA — Enjoy an evening of original tunes from Rogers' very own singer-songwriter Lukas Wigington.

Railyard Live Concert Series: Papadosio

7-10 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sounds of Papadosio blending prog rock, livetronica, and jazz in an immersive concert.

Big Time Rush Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Walmart AMP — Tickets vary in price from $70 — Enjoy live music from the popular boy band Big Time Rush.