The Fayetteville Ale Trail, launched by Experience Fayetteville in Aug. 2013, is a self-guided tour that showcases the craft brewery and cidery scene in NWA, according to fayettevillealetrail.com.

Each First Thursday has a theme, and this month's is "Throwback Thursday."Event organizers say this month is special because it's the 10th anniversary of the Fayetteville Ale Trail.

Maps will again be available at Ale Trail sponsors and area hotels along with participating breweries. While the list may have grown, the rules are the same: Visit at least 12 breweries, get your ...