Benton Parks and Recreation offers a big list of activities for Spring 2024. Play, compete or take lessons in one of these programs: Archery, Cornhole, Farmers Market, Fishing, Jiu Jitsu, Kayaking, Pickleball, Princess in the Park, Rhythmic & Dance, Self Defense, Swimming, Tennis & Volleyball. For questions or info on any of these opportunities, See […]
Benton to debut new Mountain Bike Park to open May 24th; Only dual slalom in the state
Join the City of Benton for the long-awaited Mountain Bike Park Grand Opening and First Ride. The Bike park features the only Dual Slalom course in Central Arkansas and is only one of two in the entire state. Read More Below This project has been several years in the planning and building process and […]
Start calling this community club “Bryant Youth Association” instead
They will meet in the same place at Bishop Park, with the same phone number and the same faces. But according to a statement they released on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024, the Bryant Boys and Girls Club just because Bryant Youth Association. Read the full statement below: In a heartfelt and thoughtful decision, the Bryant […]
Hot Springs Village thanks the helpers, reminds everyone of events still going on
In case you were wondering, there are still a lot of activities and events going on in Hot Springs Village, in spite of the recent tornado damage in places. Read the HSVPOA newsletter they just sent out on Friday, March 14, 2024: THE VILLAGE DIGEST March 15, 2024 First and foremost, a BIG shoutout to all of […]
Register for Civitan’s Paint Party Feb 2nd and choose in-person or virtual
Civitan Services has scheduled a paint party that you can do online or in person on Tuesday, February 2nd beginning at 6:30 p.m. Registration deadline is Jan. 22 – just pick a painting and whether you want in-person or virtual. All options are $25 each. To help combat the pandemic they are offering limited in-person […]
Salem Ballpark registration active now for youth baseball & softball
Salem Ballpark is now registering players for baseball & softball through February. Register at www.salemballpark.com or come to the in-person signups (dates below) at Salem Ballpark in the Community Building at 8406 Angela Drive in Benton. These programs are 8-week seasons with 16 games plus tournaments. Baseball ages are 4-15, and softball ages are 4-16. […]
Chalk, Bears, Eggs & Cars – A social gathering from afar
We have some great things that you can do this weekend – involving chalk, bears, eggs and your car – to beat the boredom of quarantine. MySaline has a page that is normally packed with events, especially in Spring, but the pandemic of COVID-19 has caused nearly everything to be cancelled or rescheduled. However, we […]
State Parks – What’s Open, What’s Not and How They are Cleaning for COVID-19
At this time, all Arkansas State Parks remain available to visitors in a limited capacity during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Below is a breakdown of What is open, limited or closed Specific park info How state parks are dealing with COVID-19. What is open: Day use areas, such trails used for hiking, mountain biking, […]
Benton Parks to Discuss Bike Racks; Swim Fans on Mar 17th
The City of Benton Parks Committee will meet in the Mayor’s Conference Room March 17th, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda follows. AGENDA Committee Members Judd Hart, Chair Jocelyn Cash Steve Lee Steve Brown Evelyn Reed James Herzfeld Jeff Hamm Stephanie Jones – Staff Call to Order Recognition of Attendees Approval of Minutes Scholarship Program Natatorium […]
Benton Parks: splash pad, pickle ball, trail and more set for improvements
Benton Parks and Recreation is set to make improvements in several local parks. “There is over $250,000 in grant funding dedicated towards some of these projects,” says Stephanie Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation. “We are very excited to continue updating our parks system while improving the quality of life in Benton. I am thankful […]