May 2012
3 posts
New Records for Stamp Out Hunger
We had to share this great news today! The 2012 Stamp Out Hunger campaign broke a record today by bringing in 121,423 pounds of food to the Arkansas Food Bank this year. Last year, 93,664 pounds of food was collected. Gov. Mike Beebe announced the drive and encouraged participation, and mail carriers followed. The food donated to Stamp Out Hunger was collected by mail carriers on the second...
What's Happening This Week
It’s summertime and time for fun! Here are a few events happening in the near future that will fill up the free time you have this forthcoming week.
For all you fashion folks out there, this Wednesday and Thursday, May 23rd and 24th, join fashion boutique B.Barnett for their St. Emile European Sportswear Trunk Show. It’s a fall and winter trunk show is being hosted at the B.Barnett...
From the Grounds Up
Tickets are running out for Our House’s Dinner on the Grounds! Read more about the event and the organization it benefits in our newest Charity Close Up here.
March 2012
1 post
This Just In
We receive many emails every day and thought this news worth sharing. Congratulations to Reach Out on Read on the generous donation from Mitchell Williams law firm!
Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard P.L.L.C. has named Reach Out and Read Arkansas as the firm’s 2012 Take Time To Give primary charity.
Reach Out and Read is an early literacy program that partners with doctors to...
January 2012
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Looking Back : Our Fave Fashion Trends from 2011
Every month, Inviting Arkansas works with local retailers to give our readers the most up-to-date trends appearing in the fashion world. So we thought we’d take a look back at some of our favorite fashion trends from 2011.
1. The Maxi
Whether in skirt or dress form, ankle-skimming lengths were hugely popular in 2011 and aren’t losing steam as we roll into 2012. We all drooled over...
November 2011
2 posts
The Fun Happens December 3rd to Benefit Miracle...
The Miracle League is where kids with a variety of disabilities get to play baseball! You can help support this worthwhile program at the Major League Party on Saturday, December 3, at Dickey-Stephens Park.
At the event, you can enjoy live music by Arkansas’s favorite dance band, Tragikly White, and mix and mingle with food and beverages while you bid on silent and live auction items....
Gobble, Gobble and Go!
Before you gobble down some turkey and dressing, you can start your Thanksgiving day with a family-fun run at the Go!bbler Turkey Trot hosted by Go! Running. Start time is 8 and the course starts and ends at the running store in the Heights in Little Rock.
In many states across the nation, the Turkey Trot has grown into the undisputed way to begin Thanksgiving Day for thousands of runners. The...
August 2011
5 posts
Wishful Thinking
Attorney and business man, Bryan Hosto, keeps a busy schedule but always makes time for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. This year, he’s part of the committee for a brand new event, Farm Fresh Wishes, that hopes to be deliciously successful. Read more about Bryan’s work with Make-A-Wish in our Charity Close-Up here.
Farm Fresh Wishes is the only event in Arkansas that pairs local chefs...
Kaleidoscope Kids Auction Helps Grieving Children
Story and photos by Inviting’s Jillian McGehee
“People die. Relationships don’t.” The astute statement was made by Sarah Cowan, a volunteer with Kaleidoscope Grief Center. She and countless others give their time to the organization, which serves grieving children, teens and their families after the loss of a parent or loved one. Established in 1995 as in independent nonprofit organization,...
We're wild for Wild Birds!
We are wild for these Eco-Tough recycled bird feeders from Wild Birds Unlimited! Stop in at Wild Birds in the Heights and mention their ad in Inviting Arkansas to receive 20% off one of their recycled feeders!
Wild Birds Unlimited : 1818 N Taylor St., Little Rock : 501.666.4210
Behind the scenes with P. Allen Smith.
On the day of our photo shoot with P. Allen Smith, the entire staff was like a group of excited children on the first day of school. We’d each been to Moss Mountain Farm, Allen’s garden home retreat, once before and were excited to return to the pastoral retreat.
Though the house looks like an 1840s Greek Revival farmstead, it’s actually very green. You can read about...
July 2011
3 posts
Spread Some Magic
As many girls do, I too dreamed of being a princess while playing dress-up in any high heels I could find. My favorite was Cinderella. One of my first story assignments after coming to work for Inviting Arkansas was the Cinderella Ball. I was intrigued.
The fall event benefits Safe Places, a nonprofit organization that helps children and families throughout Arkansas. It focuses on providing...
After the Party
By IA’s Jillian McGehee
It’s nice to slow down in the summer, but I’m always keeping a lookout for special events that benefit a good cause. After all, people don’t stop needing assistance when the party’s over. Organized events such as seated dinners and silent auctions take place less in the summer. However, there’s always a way you can lend a hand, even...
Philanthropy Talk
We were lounging poolside the other day and couldn’t help overhearing a conversation. As avid observers of people, we often find ourselves listening to others around us. At the neighborhood pool, three men were standing in the water two feet from the top of our lounge chairs. And they were talking loudly, so naturally, it was hard to resist listening to what they were saying. The men appeared to...
April 2011
1 post
Healing Hearts
Happy April! We have lots of events this month, no foolin’! You can check out our calendar of events online to see what grabs you. And check out The List in our printed edition where you’ll find more detail about the Top 10 events. Our April issue will hit newsstands soon, so be watching out for beautiful cover girl Jeanne Johansson!
As you plan your month, we’d like to share an...
March 2011
5 posts
Mark your calendar
Cantrell Gallery is nearing the end of the wonderful exhibit by Kitty Harvill, BRAZIL: An Endangered Beauty. If you haven’t been by to see these pastels and watercolors of the Atlantic Coastal Rainforest with its lovely inhabitants, come by soon, before it’s too late! Last day of exhibit is Saturday, April 9. Regular gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. In conjunction with the...
Plant it Pink
This is the first week of spring. Let’s celebrate!
The Argenta Arts Foundation and its partners invite you to celebrate this beautiful season with 25,000 pink tulips in downtown North Little Rock’s Argenta District. Festivities start tomorrow and last through March 31st. In addition to having fun, the festival will honor families affected by breast cancer.
Gardening guru P. Allen Smith...
Nominations needed for Governor's Arts Awards
The Arkansas Arts Council is now accepting nominations for the 2011 Governor’s Arts Awards. The annual awards recognize Arkansas artists, arts patrons and corporations for their outstanding contributions to the arts community.
The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 6. Nominees must be current Arkansas residents or Arkansas-based corporations.
Nominations are accepted in seven categories:...
Gown give-away
It’s time for the annual Prom event to give away evening clothes and accessories to girls who might not otherwise get to attend one of the most anticipated nights of a teen’s life. Evening wear and accessories are still needed!
The North Little Rock Mayor’s Youth Council and Butterfly Ministries of North Little Rock have teamed up again for the event, which is being held this...
February 2011
3 posts
The Quapaw wants to know ...
What do you want to know?
The Quapaw Quarter Association will be launching a Preservation Workshop Series later this year. These workshops will be held monthly at various locations around Little Rock and will address a wide range of topics related to historic properties. Possible topics include everything from finding your house’s history to repairing hardwood floors.
Contact Rhea at...
Spreading the love
Join Stephano’s Fine Art Gallery on
Saturday, February 5th
for a Valentine’s Day Extravaganza!
Stephano’s will be hosting a
“Peace, Love and Understanding”
jewelry show featuring four talented artists:
11AM-6PM
Stephano’s is located at 5501 Kavanaugh Blvd., suite C, in the Heights
January 2011
1 post
First Thursday Shop and Sip
It’s the first Thursday of the month, which means Hillcrest will hold it’s month Shop and Sip tonight! Stores will stay open late so you can browse while enjoying refreshments. It’s the perfect time to catch up on the after Christmas sales!
Step into Box Turtle for 20% off storewide, plus 30-75% off all clothing, shoes and handbags and 60% off all holiday items!
November 2010
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July 2010
2 posts
For all you blushing brides ...
Alfred Angelo located in Midtown Shopping Center invites you to some special events this month.
Beginning Saturday, the 24th, through Sunday, Aug. 1st, visit the boutique for Bridesmaid’s Bash. You can save $20 on every bridesmaid dress! And for the little ones, save 10 percent on every flower girl dress!
Next Thursday, the 29th, plan on going to Alfred’s for Girls Night Out! From 6...
Art and happy hour!
Be drawn in to the scene. Simple yet lush landscapes captured on canvas and paper draw the viewer into the beauty and expanse of a Roger Carlisle work. Today, from 6 to 9 p.m., Greg Thompson Fine Art in North Little Rock will host the opening of a new Carlisle exhibit, Light in the Landscape. The artist will also be present and the gallery open late tomorrow from 5 to 8 p.m. in conjunction with...
June 2010
2 posts
Foodie Fest
Make Your Plans Now for July 3rd Foodie Fest! Shop at the Argenta Farmers Market and Arts & Craft Market, then enjoy great food prepared by 10 area restaurants. Some of the participating restaurants include Ashley’s at The Capital Hotel-chicken and andouille gumbo, Starving Artist Cafe-Arkansas watermelon salad and Arkansas watermelon and Fisher honey sorbet, Trail’s End...
June!
It may not be official yet on the calendar, but it definitely feels like summer outside. We hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend and are looking forward to some more summer fun!
But first, check out the June issue online and read all about the Rep’s Nicole Capri Bauer and the upcoming style show, Passion for Fashion. Other highlights include the Hot Springs Musical Festival; artist...
May 2010
2 posts
CARE for Animals
CARE for Animals extends deadline for discounted pre-registration to Paws on the Pavement 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk and Volleyball Tournament
Central Arkansas Rescue Effort (CARE) for Animals Inc. has extended the deadline to Thursday, May 13, for discounted pre-registration to athletic events at CARE’s 11th Annual Paws on the Pavement.
The event will take place Saturday, May 15,...
April 2010
7 posts
See a photo for your scrapbook?
We go to a lot of parties and take a lot of pictures! We try to get as many photos as possible from each party in each issue, but there is only so much space. As you flip through the April issue and issues to come, if you happen upon a party you attended but don’t see your pretty face, check out our online photos,* where we upload ALL the party pics! You can scroll at your leisure and...
It's almost May!
In the coming week, be on the watch for our May issue, which is all about honoring mothers! From features on notable moms to moms and their daughters modeling trends in fashion, we pay tribute to moms everywhere.
The calendar is still filled up with great events. This week, expect to see us tonight at Art to Remember, Wednesday at Bolo Bash, Thursday at Ragin’ Cajun and at the IV Party on...
Looking for something to do?
And support good causes at the same time?
There are plenty of opportunities this weekend to cut a rug, and help keep some awesome programs going in Arkansas. On Saturday, help keep the flame burning bright at Aldersgate After Dark, which supports all the wonderful services Camp Aldersgate has to offer. The camp gives special-needs children the opportunity to enjoy the camp life like any other...
Share your history ...
… with the Old Statehouse Museum.
The Old State House Museum is turning to its growing Facebook fan base to show new and vintage photographs of their visits to the museum. The Old School Days page on the Old State House Museum’s Facebook site will be an “online retrospective exhibit.”
Families, students and teachers can post photographs documenting their experiences at the Old State...
2010 Destination Downtown Little Rock Living Tour
If you’re interested in the tastes and sights of downtown Little Rock, than the 2010 destination downtown Little Rock living tour is the perfect event for you to attend. If your interested in changing locations, this is the best interactive tour you can participate in.
More information is below:
Little Rock, Arkansas (April 8, 2010)— Downtown Little Rock Partnership (DLRP) announces that it...
'Tis the Season (for parties)!
I’m sure your calendars are filled up just as much as ours! We have been busy, busy taking photos and mingling at the many parties going on this beautiful time of year. Just a sampling of where we’ve been:
Morgan Freeman and Warwick Sabin at Best of the South (awards gala for Oxford American)
Arkansas celebrities Joey Lauren Adams, Mary Steenburgen (host of of the event) and Kris...
Barefoot Bash
After going to press with our April edition of Inviting Arkansas, we learned the Thursday, April 8, concert featuring Kris Allen will not take place. However, on Wednesday, April 7, Kris will be at Heifer Village in downtown Little Rock to share his recent experiences placing shoes on the feet of Rwandan children in need on behalf of TOMS Shoes and Little Rock-based Bridge2Rwanda. Limited...
March 2010
8 posts
Spring has sprung!
The Bradford Pear trees have bloomed and the daffodils are brightening faces in photographs. In spite of a few cold and rainy days (maybe even some snow days), we think it’s safe to say spring is here!
Here at Inviting Arkansas, we are thrilled with the renewal and change that spring offers. Remember, we have moved offices (on Chenal Parkway behind the Purple Cow) and are most comfortable...
International Greek Food Festival events
International Greek Food Festival
The 26th Annual International Greek Food Festival is scheduled for May 21-23, 2010.
Serving Food, Friends, & Community.
Seven benefiting charities. Charities are: Arkansas Foodbank Network, Centers for Youth & Families, Community Connections, Easter Seals Arkansas, Harmony Health Clinic, Love Truth Care Inc., Youth Home.
AGOC has always made it a...
Register for annual Paws on the Pavement...
(Little Rock, AR) – Central Arkansas Rescue Effort (CARE) for Animals, Inc. is now accepting registrations for its 11th Annual Paws on the Pavement 5K Run, 1-Mile Run/Walk, 3-on-3 Volleyball Tournament and Family Fun Day to be held Saturday, May 15, 2010, at Murray Park in Little Rock. Hosted by Alice 107.7’s Heather and D.C. and featuring activities for the whole family (including the dog), the...
Third Time's A Charm!
After three attempts to make it to Little Rock, “An Evening with Diane Rehm” was worth the wait!
For almost 30 years, Diane Rehm has been guiding compelling and lively conversations with policy makers, best-selling authors, news analysts, everyday Americans, and others on her weekday program The Diane Rehm Show. Her ability to lead a civil exchange of ideas on a variety of ...
Gallery 26 celebrates 15 years
If you love art, then come celebrate with Gallery 26 as it celebrates its 15 year anniversary on Saturday, March 20 from 7-10 p.m. If you can’t make it to the opening reception, the show will run through May 8. The reception is free and open to the public.
Food, beverages and live music will be provided as well as a drawing for a door prize.
The celebration will feature artists Jeff...
BrewHaHa time once again!
Get ready to laugh … BrewHaHa! The Arkansas Repertory Theatre is again hosting a comedy filled night with BrewHaHa! at 6 p.m. March 10 in The Rep’s Main Lobby. Date night attire is expected and casual appetizers and beer from Golden Eagle will be provided. The Rep will also be performing the second comedy of the season “Glorious!” that night at 7 p.m. on The Rep’s Mainstage.
Those interested in...
February 2010
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