Your weekend plans: Festivals and games
Here's how to get out on this first weekend in April.
🥃 Bentonville Whiskey Festival — Try whiskey samples while enjoying games and music. 4pm Saturday at The Peel Mansion. Get tickets starting at $70.
⚾️ Baseball and softball games — The Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team takes on the Missouri Tigers at 7pm tonight, 6pm Saturday and 2pm Sunday at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville. Get tickets starting at $33.
The softball team plays away games against the Florida Gators. Watch on ESPN.
One to keep on your calendar: 🇮🇳 Holi Festival — The Momentary and the Indian Cultural Association of NWA are hosting this free festival with a DJ, dancing and traditional Indian foods.
This was originally set for this weekend but was rescheduled due to weather, it's now slated for 11am-3pm April 12 at The Momentary in Bentonville.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Business Upturn
19 minutes ago
- Business Upturn
A New Era in Luxury Weddings – Vogue Wedding Atelier Debuts in India
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India: ELIE SAAB collaborates with Vogue Wedding Atelier presented by HSBC in India for the first time, marking a significant moment in the brand's ongoing relationship with the market Some of the biggest names in Indian bridal couture, including Sabyasachi, Anita Dongre, Falguni Shane Peacock, Gaurav Gupta, Manish Malhotra, Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, come together at this landmark event This invite-only showcase will take place at the historic Taj Palace in New Delhi on 8-9-10 August 2025 Vogue India, the country's leading fashion, beauty, luxury and lifestyle multi-media brand, has announced the debut of the Vogue Wedding Atelier presented by HSBC India. Set to take place at the historic Taj Palace, New Delhi, from 8-10 August 2025, this invite-only experience brings together the country's leading bridal couture designers and high jewellery brands, along with experts and bespoke luxury services, all under one roof. Dewar's Xperiences joins the celebration as an associate partner, bringing its signature touch of refinement to the showcase. 'Vogue has always been the most revered voice in the bridal landscape, whether that's through our coverage of the most beautiful weddings in India and beyond, or elevating handcrafted couture through our visual storytelling. With the Vogue Wedding Atelier, we've taken that legacy experience and turned it into an immersive one, crafted for the discerning bride. We're excited to be partnering with the best of the best that India has to offer, and we can't wait for our guests to see it all come together,' said Rochelle Pinto, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue India. Bringing its global perspective and premium sensibilities, HSBC India is poised to elevate the Vogue Wedding Atelier into a curated celebration of style, innovation and luxury. Sandeep Batra, Head, International Wealth and Premier Banking, HSBC India, said, 'At HSBC, we understand that life's most significant milestones deserve to be celebrated with unparalleled care and attention. Our partnership with Vogue Wedding Atelier reflects our commitment to creating meaningful connections with our clients by being part of their most cherished moments. This collaboration is a perfect synergy of exclusivity and emotional resonance, offering an elevated experience that aligns with the aspirations of today's discerning clientele. Together, we aim to redefine luxury and craftsmanship, making every wedding as unique and memorable as the love it celebrates.' A few notable names from the Indian couture scene set to showcase special collections are Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, Anita Dongre, Falguni Shane Peacock, Gaurav Gupta, Manish Malhotra and Pernia's Pop-Up Studio. ELIE SAAB collaborates with Vogue Wedding Atelier in India for the first time, marking a significant moment in the brand's ongoing relationship with the market. As the sole international Ready to Wear Bridal brand, ELIE SAAB brings its signature elegance and timeless designs to Indian brides. For this exclusive collaboration, ELIE SAAB will unveil a specially designed rani-pink gown and veil, inspired by the beauty and richness of India, available only at Vogue Wedding Atelier. The gown embodies the house's signature aesthetic romantic, modern, and intricately detailed, highlighting exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. The Vogue Wedding Atelier presented by HSBC India will also showcase special collections from Indian designers like Aisha Rao, Delhi Vintage Co., House of Masaba, Ridhi Mehra, Ritika Mirchandani and Shyamal & Bhumika, along with the best in high jewellery from legacy brands like Alok Lodha Jewels, Aneka, Hazoorilal Legacy, Khanna Jewellers, Sabyasachi, Mehta & Sons x ABFJ, Raniwala 1881, Rare Heritage, Sanjay Gupta, Shri Paramani Jewels, Sunita Shekhawat, Suuraj Popley and The House of MBJ. A sari pavilion, specially curated to celebrate the country's incredible culture of handcrafted textiles from different regions, will feature labels like DAREAAB BY SONIA K MAHAJAN, Kanakavalli, Naina Jain and Patola By Nirmal experience will also include luxurious gifting by Ahujasons, The Laddoo Wala and Luxe Weddings By Momentz, as well as premium wedding services by CCi- Creative Cuisines Inc., IZZHAAR, Katalyst Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., RVR Pro, Shloka Events and Thomas Goode. For visuals, visit the link here. To make your once-in-a-lifetime bridal dreams come true, register here Follow conversations around the event across Vogue India's digital platforms: Instagram, Facebook and X. You can also follow the hashtag #VogueWeddingAtelier for more updates. Vogue is the world's leading voice on fashion and culture. Part of the Condé Nast portfolio, Vogue examines the world through the lens of fashion — how we dress, live and socialise; what we eat, listen to and watch; who leads and inspires us. With thought-provoking, relevant and always influential storytelling across platforms, Vogue defines what is next. Click here for Media Contact Details Advertisement Submit your press release Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
Keep Hundred free of England clash
Welsh Fire were valued at more than £80m, with Sanjay Govil agreeing a 50% stake [Getty Images] Keeping The Hundred free of clashes with England internationals is vital to the success of the competition, according to Welsh Fire investor Sanjay Govil. Govil, a billionaire American-Indian IT entrepreneur, has agreed to pay just over £40m for a 50% stake in the Fire. Advertisement While there would be an intention to keep a July-August window clear of international cricket, pinch points will arise because of the global calendar. That would potentially put the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) at odds with the eight investors who have pledged more than £500m to buy into the Hundred franchises. "We want to put out the best product and the best players," Govil told BBC Sport. "If they are playing Test cricket or something, we are not putting out the best product." Negotiations between investors and the ECB remain ongoing. Sales were agreed in February and an eight-week exclusivity period to complete the purchase was extended in March. None of the eight deals have yet been signed. Advertisement In a wide-ranging interview alongside Glamorgan chairman Mark Rhydderch-Roberts, Govil stated his preference for The Hundred to become a T20 competition and said there have been no discussions over aligning the branding of the Fire with Washington Freedom, the Major League Cricket Franchise he owns. Rhydderch-Roberts, whose county have entered a 50-50 partnership with Govil in the ownership of the Fire, said he was "convinced" Indian male players will eventually appear in The Hundred. On the schedule, tentative plans are in place up to the summer of 2031. Investors would want to keep The Hundred clear of internationals in order to maximise the competition's revenue and exposure – an aim shared by the ECB. Advertisement But even if the intention is to avoid schedule clashes, other factors are at play, like the availability of opponents or global tournaments. This is particularly problematic when cricket returns to the Olympics in 2028 and in 2030, when England hosts the men's T20 World Cup. In odd-numbered years, England host marquee five-Test series against Australia or India. These will continue to be held in June and July, before The Hundred. Still, this year the fifth Test against India is not scheduled to end until the day before The Hundred begins, meaning some England players will miss out. Captain Ben Stokes has already announced he will skip the entire competition. His Northern Superchargers were bought outright by the owners of Indian Premier League side Sunrisers Hyderabad. Advertisement It is likely next summer's late-season Test series against Pakistan will begin immediately after The Hundred ends. Although the ECB has sold stakes in the Hundred teams, it has retained ownership of the competition itself, meaning the governing body will have final say on any change of format. However, Govil said he and other investors have a preference to change from the 100-ball format, an outlier in terms of the global landscape, to the widely played 20-over game. "The ones I have talked to, the answer is yes. Will it happen over time? I don't know," he said. "My personal opinion, the answer is yes, but I'm a small piece in this. Cricket involves a lot of strategy. We already have Test, one-day and T20 cricket." Advertisement With negotiations to complete the sales still continuing, it could be that they are signed before this season's competition begins. "I have no doubt it will be concluded," said Govil. "When you have multiple teams, multiple sets of lawyers, negotiating with one entity, it's a very, very complicated situation. "I think we are very, very close. The ECB has done a fantastic job in terms of getting to where we are." Rhydderch-Roberts said the ECB had conceded ground in order to get the deals done. One area of negotiation has been the sale of domestic TV rights for The Hundred, which will be offered up as part of a complete package for cricket in England and Wales when the current deal with Sky expires in 2028. Advertisement Rhydderch-Roberts clarified The Hundred TV rights will be "unbundled in due course". Govil added: "The fact The Hundred is a separate set of investors now, instead of doing some kind of revenue share, it's good to have an objective view where the TV contract for The Hundred is separated out. That's my personal position." Currently India's male players are not permitted to play franchise leagues outside of the country. Female players appear in overseas leagues, including The Hundred. In order to maximise overseas media rights, the presence of India's stars is likely to be a key component. Owners of IPL franchises have had a growing influence across the globe, buying stakes in multiple franchises. Four Hundred teams are receiving investment from IPL owners. Advertisement "With the four IPL owners in The Hundred, I am absolutely convinced Indian players will be released for The Hundred in due course," said Rhydderch-Roberts. "The whole game can grow by this. I think media revenues will go ballistic. The pie is going to get a lot bigger and we intend to have a bigger share of it." Throughout the sale process, there was a perception that the Fire may have been unfashionable and would struggle to attract significant investment. Ultimately, it fetched a similar sum to Trent Rockets and Birmingham Phoenix. "In the initial round of investor meetings there were 15 that had interest in Welsh Fire," said Rhydderch-Roberts. Advertisement "We felt we have an undervalued brand, we represent a nation and we have a stadium that is ripe for much greater development. Cardiff is the event city in the UK after London. It's the concentration of sport and entertainment that makes Cardiff incredibly interesting. "Watch this space. For Glamorgan, this enables us to invest in cricket in Wales. We now have more resource to do that. "Over time, Glamorgan and Welsh Fire can become more one. "This is our chance to take this to a different level, a global level. For Glamorgan, it is transformational."
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Pride@Godrej 2025: Beyond Symbolism, Empowering LGBTQIA+ Voices and Businesses
MUMBAI, India, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, Pride@Godrej builds on a decade-long project of cultural inclusion within the Godrej Industries Group, to create a meaningful platform for authentic queer storytelling, entrepreneurial spirit and artistic expression. The Group recently hosted a vibrant Pride March at its headquarters, Godrej One, led by Manish Shah, Managing Director of Godrej Capital, and joined by senior leaders across the organization. This march was a powerful demonstration of solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community, including Godrej's queer employees in India and globally, alongside their allies. A key highlight of Pride@Godrej 2025 was the launch of Queer Directions—a pioneering publishing imprint in collaboration with Westland Books, dedicated to amplifying queer voices and narratives. The event began with the Pitch Bazaar, where over a dozen unpublished queer writers connected with publishers and media professionals. In parallel, a Queer Bazaar showcased products from queer-owned small businesses, fostering visibility and economic opportunities. The celebration culminated in a delightful performance of Jhumkewali, a play supported by Godrej Properties Limited, which explores themes of lesbian first love and self-discovery set in the 1970s. Performed in multiple Indian languages, the play embodied the event's inclusive ethos, celebrating the intersection of queerness with India's linguistic and cultural diversity. This day-long celebration seamlessly blended culture, conversation, and community through thoughtfully curated experiences. "What excites me most about this celebration is how we moved beyond just rainbow flags to create real opportunities," said Parmesh Shahani, Head of the Godrej DEI Lab and author of Queeristan. "When queer writers feel confident enough to pitch their stories to industry professionals, when small queer businesses get a platform to showcase their work, that's when you know inclusion is working. We are not just talking about diversity; we are actively creating pathways for queer voices to thrive." "The launch of Queer Directions represents our belief that great stories deserve great platforms," said Karthika V.K., Publisher at Westland Books. "This isn't just about publishing—it's about ensuring that authentic queer narratives find their rightful place in Indian literature and reach readers who need to see themselves reflected in books." Throughout June, the Group companies will engage in a series of impactful Pride-focused initiatives, moving beyond symbolic gestures to drive meaningful change. Godrej Properties is celebrating Pride Month across its zones with Pride marches, storytelling sessions, inclusive workshops, and creative activities such as art contests and wall painting. Godrej Capital is fostering inclusion through events at Pride@Godrej One, including Nukkad Nataks, allyship panels, LGBTQIA+ hiring drives, and wellness programs. Godrej Consumer Products is leading QueeRising 2025, a global campaign celebrating queer identity through conversations, connections, and inspiring change. Godrej Chemicals is championing Pride Month with awareness campaigns and LGBT+ sensitization workshops, while Godrej Agrovet Limited is organizing employee workshops focused on workplace allyship. This year too, a Pride flag and other queer-affirming signage have sparked meaningful conversations among employees and visitors alike, reflecting the organization's evolving commitment to visibility, dialogue, and genuine inclusion. About the Godrej DEi Lab The Godrej DEI Lab empowers inclusion ecosystems both within and outside the Godrej Industries Group. About Godrej Industries Group Godrej Industries Ltd. is the holding company of the Godrej Industries Group (GIG). We are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries. About Westland Books Westland Books is an award-winning Indian publisher with a diverse and exciting range of books from popular and literary fiction to business, politics, biography, spirituality, popular science, health and self-help. Its key publishing imprints include Context, Ekadā, Tranquebar, Westland Sport, Westland Business, IndiePress, IF and Red Panda. Photo: View original content to download multimedia:
