The CW Renews 11 Shows!

Good news for all you CW fans, all your favorite characters are coming back for another season. The CW network has announced that it is renewing 11 shows for next season.

Here is a list of the shows:
Jane The Virgin 
Crazy Ex-Girlfriend 
The Flash 
iZombie 
Arrow 
Supernatural 
DC's Legends of Tomorrow 
The 100 
The Vampire Diaries 
The Originals 
Reign 

Danú:10x10 Arts Series

Just in time for St. Patrick's day, Danú hits the Walton Arts Center stage this Sunday at 4pm.  From fierce fiddle reels to pensive ballads, Danú's high energy performance are a musical journey to their native Ireland. With songs in both English and Gaelic, this will be a night to embrace the music of Ireland.

Danú St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Sunday at 4pm at Walton Arts Center.

NWA Mercy Family YMCA Ride For A Child Event this Saturday!

This weekend is the Ride for a Child event at the NWA Mercy Family YMCA presented by Henkel.  Plus, brought to you by Church & Dwight Co., Inc. and L'il Critters. 

All event proceeds will go to the YMCA child scholarship fund to help with preschool, afterschool and youth programs.  Free children activities on site during the event including bike safety, bike ride and bike giveaways.  

Cost per individual is $50 and $200 per team (max of 5 members).  Get your friends and family to support your team!

Bring  your own bike and indoor trainer, or register early to use one of the NWA Y's new spin bikes.  Prizes for top team/individual fundraisers, furthest distance, and best-dressed.  

Register today at the YMCA or http://www.ymcanwa.org/

Event takes place this weekend February 20th from 9-11AM at 5214 Village Parkway, Rogers 479-273-9622.

No one is turned away from the Y due to an inability to pay- Over $50,000 annually is given out in financial assistance.

2016 Bentonville Film Festival

The 2nd annual Bentonville Film Festival is almost here!  The festival will be held May 3-8. 

Film submissions are open and the films that are accepted for the festival will be announced in March.

For more information on the event Click Here! 

The Flash: Behind the Scenes

Take a behind the scenes look at some of the visual effects on The Flash.  VFX Supervisor Armen Kevorkian breaks down the magic behind the Reverse Flash rematch and several other scenes.

CW Spring 2016 Lineup Changes

The CW network has released the premiere date for it's last mid-season show.  Containment will premiere at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19th after The Flash, iZombie which is currently in that time slot will season finale on April 12th.

The CW has also set dates for the return of Reign and the premiere of the final season of Beauty & the Beast.

Reign will return Monday, April 25th at 7 p.m. Reign will take the place of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend which finales on April 18th. The final season of  Beauty & the Beast will premiere on Thursday, June 2nd at 8 p.m.

Happy Valentine's Day!

The cast of Jane the Virgin want to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day!  You can catch Jane the Virgin Mondays at 8pm on The Arkansas CW.

The Vampire Diaries/The Originals Crossover

The CW has released promotional photos for the Vampire Diaries & The Originals crossover. You can catch the crossover event on Friday, February 26th starting at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

( Photo : The CW/The Vampire Diaries)

( Photo : The CW/The Vampire Diaries)

( Photo : The CW/The Vampire Diaries)

( Photo : The CW/The Vampire Diaries)

CW Pilot Season Begins

The CW Network has ordered six pilots for 2016. Keep in mind that these are just pilot orders, none of these shows have been picked up yet.

So here is a list of the 6 pilots.

RIVERDALE

"Set in present day and based on the Archie Comic characters, Riverdale is a surprising and subversive take on Archie, Betty, Veronica and their friends, exploring the darkness and weirdness bubbling beneath Riverdale's wholesome facade."

UNTITLED MARS PROJECT

"A team of explorers arrive on Mars to join the first human colony on the planet, only to discover that their predecessors have vanished.  Led by a woman whose husband is among the missing, the colonist are forced to change their mission from exploration and settlement to investigation and survival."

TRANSYLVANIA

"In 1880, a headstrong young woman in search of her missing father ventures from NYC to Transylvania where she teams up with a wrongfully disgraced Scotland Yard Detective, and together they witness the births of the most famous monsters and villains in history."

UNTITLED PARANORMAL PROJECT

"A young woman seeks help from a parapsychologist when she begins to experience paranormal phenomena."

FREQUENCY
"A female police detective in 2016 discovers she is able to speak via ham radio to her estranged father (also a detective) who died in 1996. They forge a new relationship while working together on an unresolved murder case, but unintended consequences of the 'butterfly effect' wreak havoc in the present day."

NO TOMORROW
"When a risk-averse, straight-arrow, female procurement manger at an Amazon-like distribution center falls in love with a freewheeling man who lives life to the fullest because he believes the apocalypse is imminent, to comedic and poignant results they embark on a quest together to fulfill their individual bucket lists."

Update on upcoming episode of Legends of Tomorrow

Stephen Amell, star of The CW's Arrow revealed on Faceboook that an iconic part of Oliver Queen's look will show up on episode six of the new hit series DC's Legends of Tomorrow. In a video he confirmed that he would be donning the iconic Green Arrow goatee. He also confirmed that Oliver will have one arm and that we will meet Connor Hawke.

This contrary to what Amell tweeted in July.

100% no. Never. Our show could go 14 seasons and a goatee will never appear. Hope that clears things up. Forever. https://t.co/pudAfBIhsD

— Stephen Amell (@amellywood) July 29, 2015

Click here to check out the video!

10 x 10 Arts Series: BalletBoyz

One of the hottest dance tickets around an all male dance troupe known as BalletBoyz is making their Arkansas debut.  The BalletBoyz have established themselves as one of the most innovative forces in modern dance.  Combining dance that is technical, athletic, energetic and graceful with groundbreaking music and film.  Their distinctive style will leave you wanting more! 

BalletBoyz will hit the stage at Walton Arts Center Thursday, February 4th at 7pm.  For tickets or for more information click here.

DC's Legends of Tomorrow: Atom

Atom is ready to save the world, one small step at a time.  He is special look at Ray Palmer aka Atom.  You can catch the series premiere of DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Thursday at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

DC's Legends of Tomorrow: Captain Cold & Heat Wave

Are they heroes or villains? You decide. Here is a special look at Leonard Snart aka Captain Cold & Mick Rory aka Heatwave.  You can catch the series premiere of DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Thursday at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

DC's Legends Of Tomorrow: Firestorm

Two opposites attract to become Firestorm.  Here is a special look at Martin Stein & Jefferson Jackson aka Firestorm.  You can catch the series premiere of DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Thursday at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

DC's Legends of Tomorrow Tease

Here is a tease of the series premiere of DC's Legends of Tomorrow. You can catch the premiere Thursday at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

DC's Legends of Tomorrow: White Canary

Back from the dead and ready to save the world. Here is a special look at Sara Lance aka White Canary.  You can catch the series premiere of DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Thursday at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

DC's Legends of Tomorrow: Hawkman & Hawkgirl

Here is a special look at two of the heroes who will join forces on DC's Legends of Tomorrow. You can catch the series premiere Thursday, January 21st at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

The CW Takes Home The Gold!

Congratulation to Rachel Bloom of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend on her Golden Globe win for best actress in a T.V. Comedy. 

Rachel beat out last year's winner and fellow CW star Gina Rodriguez of Jane the Virgin, Lily Tomlin of Grace and Frankie, Jamie Lee Curtis of Scream Queens and Julia Louis-Dreyfus of Veep.

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend returns January 25th at 7pm on The Arkansas CW.

40/29 and The Arkansas CW Women's Living Expo This Weekend!

It's time for the 40/29 and The Arkansas CW Women's Living Expo in Springdale! Come out and see us this Saturday and Sunday at the NWA Convention Center in Springdale.

Stop by the Arkansas CW Booth and meet the CW Crew - Shelby, Dustin, Kaitlyn & Drew will be waiting to meet you! Take a snapshot with the Crew at our superhero themed Photo Booth! And enter the HARPS Cake Decorating Contest!

In Booth #320

This  What Women Want Event offers  a weekend of fun and entertainment, with a blend of more than 150 diverse exhibits, fashion shows, makeovers, health screenings, cooking demos, celebrities, shopping, enter to win contests and lots of free goodies.  

Show hours: Saturday, 10am to 6pm and Sunday, 11am to 5pm.

Tickets: $7 general admission, $5 with a discount coupon and children 8 and under are free.

$2 off admission coupons available at participating Harps stores.

Go to www.womenslivingexpo.com for more information.

Press Release:

40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW ARE PROUD SPONSORS OF THE WOMEN’S LIVING EXPO!

“We so enjoy being a part of the Women’s Expo,” said KHBS/KHOG-TV President and General Manager, Shawn Oswald. “Our news, sports and weather teams look forward to visiting with all the Expo attendees.

“Stop by the Arkansas CW Booth and meet the Arkansas CW Crew - Shelby, Dustin, Kaitlyn & Drew will be waiting to meet you! Grab a photo with your friends for free at our Photo Booth! And enter the HARPS Cake Decorating Contest!”

DANCING WITH THE STARS’  Louis Van Amstel  is a  three-time world dance champion, Emmy nominated choreographer and professional dancer. With his LaBlast dance fitness program Louis will  show you how to dance like a star and have a blast! The best news is anyone can do it.  Saturday January 9^th courtesy of FFO Home.  Watch 40/29 for a chance to win a dance with Louis at the Expo.

The 40/29  GET READY WEATHER TEAM are the area’s most accurate and dependable weather forecasters . Learn more about your favorite team and how they prepare to bring you get ready forecast morning, noon and night.

CHEF’S DANNY LANE AND REBECCA WOODARD,  Harps award winning bakers, Salute The All Mighty Cupcake!  Competitors and Winners in many challenges and competitions and with a combined 50 plus years of cake artistry experience, they are among some of the "original" icing slingers!!  This is your chance to learn how to decorate cupcakes from the pros.

YOU TAKE THE CAKE DECORATING CONTEST provides all participants with an iced cake and plenty of decorations. The winner will be chosen by the Chef Danny Lane, Chef Rebecca Woodard and the CW Crew. All entries will take home their decorated cakes and the contest winner will receive a Gift Certificate for a Specialty Cake from HARPS Bakery. Sign up online or at the Arkansas CW booth.

ASK THE DOCTORS is a wonderful way for women to get their questions answered by health care professionals each chosen for their expertise in their noted field. Dr. Andrea Horne and Dr. Lisa Bearden will separate fact from fiction and what works and what doesn’t. Refreshments will be served and you can enter to win a Beat The Blahs Belle Journee Spa Package….Your Beautiful Day Awaits!

ARKANSAS BEEF COUNCIL CHEFS KITCHEN features cooking demos throughout the weekend. Learn time saving tips, watch simple cooking techniques and enjoy delicious tastings. Follow the aroma to our stage and taste wonderful foods while being delightfully entertained.   

ARKANSAS BEEF COUNCIL CELEBRITY CHEF COOK-OFF features the kitchen clash between defending champion Chef Justus Moll from River Grille and Chef Susan Beard from the Holiday Inn. Cheer on your favorite as our judges, award the grand prize.

COUNTDOWN TO BEAUTY where experts demonstrate their best beauty secrets. On our stage beauty professionals reveal tips and techniques to enhance your beauty. Discover the perfect hairstyle and polished makeup looks to start the year refreshed and reinvented.

RUNWAY FASHION SHOWS featuring clothes and accessories that you will want to take home. Shop the latest looks from our boutiques Elle & Co., Little Birdie’s Boutique,One Loom Designs, Platos Closet, Rhapsody Faith & Fashion, Southern Style, Snap To it, The Burlap Bag, Willow Dust, 838 designs and many more. Models courtesy of N.c.K Talent Management

IF YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTION IS TO GET FIT then take heart.  Ballistic Fitness, The Jones Center and your Total Fitness Shop will be offering you a variety of workouts that will challenge, restore, and enhance!

ENTER TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE GIVEAWAY: A 2 night stay for two people at the Holiday Inn Springdale.

Prizes, Giveaways, Great Fun and the Best Shopping In Town!

10x10 Arts Series: Simone Dinnerstein - Bach: Goldberg Variations

Simone Dinnerstein - Bach: Goldberg Variations
Friday, January 8th at 8pm at Walton Arts Center.

American pianist Simone Dinnerstein's deliberate and thoughtful approach to piano takes you on a journey of discovery, uncovering modern musical landscapes that renew your appreciation for classical music. In this performance, she will revisit the work that brought her international recognition and critical acclaim – her 2007 Telarc recording Bach: Goldberg Variations.

For more information click here!

Simone Dinnerstein at Leverett Elementary school in Fayetteville

Simone Dinnerstein brought her Bachpacking initiative to two Fayetteville elementary schools on Wednesday. Bachpacking brings classical music from classroom to classroom in public schools and presents interactive performances and encourages musical discussion among students. 

Simone Dinnerstein at Leverett Elementary school in Fayetteville

After the workshop at Leverett Elementary, Dinnerstein surprised the school by donating a Privia PX-160 keyboard to the school. 

Simone Dinnerstein at Leverett Elementary school in Fayetteville