Tumblr (3.0; @invitingarkansas)http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/<img src="http://9.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnopp9avdw5PuWWRK7o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Today only!</p> <p>Get in Barbara Jean, Ltd. while there are still great deals!</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/138478620http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/138478620Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:47:16 -0500<p>Don’t forget to enter to win TWO TICKETS to see Kris Allen and fellow finalists live at Verizon Arena, July 25th. </p> <p>Enter our sweepstakes daily until this Friday, July 10th!</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/137945580http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/137945580Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:46:50 -0500<img src="http://17.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5GnopmmgcvxrXtDU5QDo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote type="cite"> <blockquote type="cite">Summer is a busy time of year for Women and Children First.  Last night 30 people slept in the shelter – safe from situations past. Seventeen of them are children.  While the older ones get to participate in a free summer program hosted by Our House, the younger ones are spending their summer days within the shelter.  If you are interested in leading an activity for these younger kids to help brighten their summer days, please let us know.</blockquote> <p><b>Here is July’s Top 10 Wishlist:</b></p> <p>Laundry Detergent</p> <p>Toilet Paper</p> <p>Bath & hand towels</p> <p>Body wash or full-size mild soap</p> <p>Ladies Socks</p> <p>Ladies Slips</p> <p>Ladies Pajamas</p> <p>Rugs & Floor Mats</p> <p>School Supplies</p> <p>Dinette Sets </p> <p>If you have items to donate, please contact Rebecca Stover for delivery options at (501) 376-3219.</p> </blockquote>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/137274886http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/137274886Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:32:00 -0500<p>Don’t forget to enter for your chance to win two tickets to see Kris Allen and the rest of the American Idol Top Ten Finalists on July 25th! The sweepstakes ends on July 10th!</p> <p><a href="http://www.invitingarkansas.com/contest/">http://www.invitingarkansas.com/contest/</a></p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/134236302http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/134236302Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:45:30 -0500<img src="http://3.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnopduo578sOYHeYd2o1_250.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>For those of you who do not enjoy attempting to wade your way through a dense, cumbersome tome about Little Rock’s 197-year history, we suggest that you pick up a copy of Kimberly Reynolds Rush’s <i>Historic Photos of Little Rock</i>. Not only will you learn more about our captial city, but you will also be suprisingly delighted by the photo-book’s hundreds of fascinating black and white images. The book starts at the very beginning, chronicling early settlers and the city’s first storefronts and streets continuing through the building of the Arkansas State Capitol and the floods of the 1920s. The final section includes the desegration of Central High School and a visit from President Truman in 1949 after the end of World War II complimented by a celebratory parade.</p> <p>Everyone in our offices has fallen in love with this book, and we all want to take home our own copies! For only $39.95, you can also enjoy this amazing collection of photographs. Our personal favorites include a shot of the original Arkansas Deaf Mute Institue in the 1870s (now rebuilt as the Arkansas School for the Deaf) on page 18, a group photo of the Little Rock Travelers baseball team in 1902 on page 52, and a sweet picture on page 163 of members of the “Little Rock Nine” dining with Daisy and L.C. Bates on Thanksgiving Day in 1957.</p> <p>Pick up your copy today!</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/133626510http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/133626510Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:12:00 -0500<h2>American Idol Ticket Sweepstakes</h2> Want to see the American Idol Kris Allen and fellow finalists live at Alltel on July 25? <a href="http://www.invitingarkansas.com/contest/">Enter</a> our sweepstakes daily through July 10 for your chance for 2 tickets.http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/131346229http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/131346229Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:55:27 -0500<p>Inviting Arkansas stopped by the Grand Opening of<a href="http://thehouseinhillcrest.com"> The House</a> in Hillcrest last night.</p> <p>It. Was. Packed.</p> <p>Great burgers, locals swilling about with smiles and tasty beverages, even in spite of the sweltering heat.</p> <p>We had the bacon and eggs burger. Co-owner Nick Coffin described it as “one sexy burger” when we ordered, and when we exclaimed that in affirmation when it arrived, our waitress asked for clarification. </p> <p>“No, no, ma’am,” we explained, “the burger…”</p> <p>Overall, a great experience. Live music, a diverse crowd, and an ambience that fits right in line with the neighborhood and its dining needs.</p> <p>Tuesday - Friday - 7 am to 1 am Saturday - Sunday - 8 am to 1 am closed Monday<br/> 501.663.4500 501.663.4501 f<br/> 722 N. Palm St. in historic Hillcrest Little Rock, AR  72205</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/131331697http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/131331697Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:15:00 -0500<img src="http://20.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnoov59j5b3UVZeaq0o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/>Vesta’s and Roberson’s invite you to Pleasant Ridge Town center tonight to celebrate the Grand Opening of Roberson’s Fine Jewelry in their new location! <br/> http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125866495http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125866495Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:01:10 -0500<p>Hard to believe, but the best boutiques in town are having up to 50% off Spring and Summer ‘09 merchandise! Know why? Because Fall ‘09 fashions are arriving DAILY at retail businesses.</p> <p>Take advantage, smart-shoppers, and snag some deep-discounts while stimulating the economy right here at home.</p> <p>Two of the many stores we’ve ducked into over our lunch breaks include<b> B.Barnett </b>and <b>Barabara Jean, Ltd. </b></p> <p><b>Box Turtle</b> in Hillcrest starts their annual blow-out sale in July, too, so save the, er… date? How about the month?!?</p> <p>Happy Shopping… for clothing, shoes, accessories… all the goodies you can’t afford to pass up.</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125405538http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125405538Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:46:00 -0500<img src="http://22.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnoou1sje81UZ5p2p3o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><h3>If you can’t get enough of that Delta music, high-tail it to LEVON! Native Son Tribute: The Levon Helm Band, Saturday, June 20th.</h3> <p><br/><a target="_blank" href="https://tickets.wildwoodpark.org/">Tickets for the evening are $125</a>, which include a pre-show reception with hors d’oeuvres (including some of Levon’s favorite foods) and complimentary wine and beer. The reception begins at 6:30 pm, honors will begin at 7:30, and Levon and the Levon Helm Band take the stage at 8 pm. (A special $200 backstage pass includes all this and the post-show party with the band. Only a few seats are available for this premier patrons’ package!) <a target="_blank" href="https://tickets.wildwoodpark.org/" title="here">Purchase tickets online</a> or call Wildwood Park at 501.821.7275 for your opportunity to experience LEVON! </p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125400766http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125400766Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:36:12 -0500<img src="http://2.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5GnootsdvikSseOy0bXo1_250.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Spread some support and philanthropy to the Arkansas Delta by attending a rockin’ concert tonight!</p> <p>Come on out to White Water Tavern tonight, June 17th, to help raise money for the <a href="http://www.bluesandheritagefest.com/">Arkansas Blues and Heritage Festival </a>in Helena, AR. <br/><br/>Charlotte Taylor and 61 South will both be performing. There will be merchandise available to purchase, and there will be lots of good people shaking it for the blues, too. <br/><br/>$10 at the door.</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125273426http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125273426Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:12:00 -0500<img src="http://3.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5GnootrqrphUi7Bb3dBo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><i>Inviting Arkansas</i> has partnered with The Rep to bring you discount tickets for <i>Tommy!</i></p> <p>Call the Box Office and identify yourself as an Inviting Arkansas reader, and get $10 off the purchase of each ticket. We’re proud to partner with The Rep, and hope you seize the opportunity to take in some culture before June 28th.</p> <p><br/><b>The Who’s Tommy</b><br/><i>Musical<br/></i>Originally a 1969 double-LP by the band The Who, Tommy weaves the tale of a psychosomatically deaf, mute, and blind boy who becomes an international pinball superstar.<br/><br/>Ticket phone: (501) 378-0405<br/>Age Information: All ages<br/>MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover<br/>Price: $20-$50<br/><br/><b><br/></b></p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125264015http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/125264015Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:54:00 -0500<img src="http://21.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnooh2vtvw2neR2iALo1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Wondering where we will be this week? Come check us out at this week’s upcoming events:</p> <p>Tuesday - 6/9Dancing with the Y-Stars</p> <p>Wildwood Park - 6:30pm</p> <p>contact Mary Jane Sawyer</p> <p> Thursday- Hot Springs</p> <p>Arkansas Bar Association</p> <p>Friday, Eldridge and Clark Reception</p> <p>and Moffitt and Phillips Party at The Arlington</p> <p><br/>Friday </p> <p>AIDS Wine & Cheese</p> <p>Boswell Mourot Art Gallery  - Kavanaugh</p> <p>7pm </p> <p>Saturday </p> <p>Mrs. Arkansas Post Reception</p> <p>Hot Springs Convention Center</p> <p>10pm - midnight</p> <p><br/>Can’t wait to see you there!</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/120077690http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/120077690Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:45:00 -0500<img src="http://21.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnoogwtbplcj4bSQH7o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Movies in the Park, the popular outdoor free movie night at the Riverfest Amphitheater, announces its 2009 summer schedule with a diverse list of titles.</p> <p>The 2009 schedule includes:</p> <p>June 3 Ferris Bueller’s Day Off<br/>June 10 The Princess Bride<br/>June 17 Batman Begins<br/>June 24 Shrek the Third<br/>July 1 When Harry Met Sally<br/>July 8 The Bourne Supremacy<br/>July 15 Curious George<br/>July 22 Juno</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/119996944http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/119996944Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:55:00 -0500<p>“I took the phone to bed with me last night and must have voted 100 times!  Just kept hitting ‘Redial’!!  Go Kris!!”<br/><br/>Tina Ross<br/>Simple Comforts</p> <p>NOTE:Blogger admits she did the same!</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110688506http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110688506Wed, 20 May 2009 18:23:04 -0500<img src="http://4.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnonpv70opM8s7NJ8Vo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/>Lisa and Lila in the press room after the show, and, presumably, anxiously awaiting the final results from tonight’s show.http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110568229http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110568229Wed, 20 May 2009 12:40:43 -0500<img src="http://21.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnonpv1grwJQJ7KtADo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Kris’ brother Daniel and Mom (Kim) and Dad (Neil).</p> <p>Kim’s outfit from last night was from Feinstein’s, and we are told that tonight she will don a red number from Pinky Punky.</p> <p>Little Rock boutiques represent!</p> <p>(Notice all of the cellphones in hand. How many times did you vote? Send the number of times you voted and your name to jjones@invitingarkansas.com, and we’ll post your comments here for the Allen’s to see.)</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110566818http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110566818Wed, 20 May 2009 12:36:00 -0500<img src="http://17.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnonpuxa5a8kNKpnlto1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>The adorable-ness that is Kris Allen’s wife, Katy.</p> <p>Tonight, Katy will be wearing a yellow bubble Nicole Miller frock.</p> <p>A great color for her skin and eyes!</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110565795http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110565795Wed, 20 May 2009 12:33:09 -0500<img src="http://1.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnonpuv84tMzd1MrZjo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110565239http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110565239Wed, 20 May 2009 12:31:32 -0500<img src="http://12.media.tumblr.com/7lYBO5Gnonpur3fejJEb5me2o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Paula. Wowee.</p> <p>As noted, spray tan and green dress.</p> <p>That is all.</p> <p>(Well, that and the hand draggin’ her off stage.)</p>http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110564123http://blog.invitingarkansas.com/post/110564123Wed, 20 May 2009 12:28:00 -0500