September 2 - October 10, 2010
"Smoke on the Mountain"
Murry's Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Col. Glenn Rd.
Hallelujah! After countless requests the original is back, better than ever. Join us for this foot-stompin’, banjo-pickin’, bluegrass gospel musical comedy, where the hymns, hilarity and homemade treats will surely make a believer out of anyone.
For reservations and additional information, visit www.murrysdinnerplayhouse.com or call 501-562-3131.
September 2 - October 10, 2010
Exhibition “El Grito” (The Cry for Independence)
UALR – Fine Arts Building – Gallery I
The UALR Gallery Program will present El Grito (The cry for Independence). El Grito, the exhibition will feature contemporary artists with ties to the Mexican-American experience. Many of the artists featured deal with issues of identity in a social-political context. Immigration has become a poignant issue that often evokes a polemic discourse. Artists are not shying away from this conversation and the artworks being created deal with notions of borders and boundaries.
Student Tours – Up to 40 students per tour.
Gallery Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm. Following Labor Day weekend, hours will be Saturday, 10am–1pm and Sunday, 2–5pm. Closed University Holidays.
Free and Open to the Public.
For more information, visit http://arkansasmexico2010.com/?page_id=223 or call 501-569-8977.
September 2 - October 31, 2010
Donnie Copeland and Gene Sparling Exhibit
Historic Arkansas Museum
Each artist revels in chosen material: paints for Copeland and wood for Sparling
Historic Arkansas Museum’s Trinity Gallery for Arkansas Artists is proud to present Aspects of Abstraction: Donnie Copeland and Gene Sparling, on display today through October 31, 2010.
Arkadelphia artist Donnie Copeland combines painting in a way that places a greater emphasis on the “stuff” of which paintings are made. His work combines both the enjoyment of the material of painting and the process of painting. The works are an interplay of the artist’s response to reality and realism.
Gene Sparling’s sculpture draws upon the warmth and beauty of wood. Each piece of wood contains layer upon layer of intricate design. With every cut and shaving he makes, from every angle and contour, Sparling reveals another view. Sparling lives in the Ouachita Mountains near Hot Springs.
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm, Monday through Saturday and 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18 and $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9351 or visit www.historicarkansas.org.
September 2 - November 10, 2010
Film Festival: Arkansas Arts Center and UALR Mexican Film Festival
6:30 PM
Lecture Hall, the Arkansas Arts Center 9th and Commerce Street
All films are shown on Wednesday at the Arts Center Lecture Hall.
Films are in Spanish with English subtitles
Free and open to the public
6pm, refreshments (available for a small charge) and 6:30pm, showtime.
Wednesday, August 25: "Santa" (1931)
Director: Antonio Moreno
Synopsis: Santa is a humble girl that lives happily with her family in the small town of Chimalistac until Marcelino, a soldier that arrives in her home town, seduces and abandons her. Because of this she suffers the shame of being thrown out of her home.Wednesday, September 8: "Dona Barbara" (1943)
Director: Fernando de Fuentes
Synopsis: After studying law in Caracas, Santos Luzardo returns to take charge of his herd in Altamira, in the Venezuelan plain controlled by dona Barbara. The woman has the peasants under her thumb through a mixture of guile, firm hand and witchcraft. The encounter between the two causes her to fall in love with him and try to make him hers whatever the cost.Wednesday, October 13: "La Rosa Blanca" (1961)
Director: Roberto Gavaldon
Synopsis: Jacinto Yanez, a peasant, owns a ranch in the middle of land owned by foreign oil companies. Jacinto and his wife, Carmen, live there with their son Domingo and his wife, Guadalupe. Mr. Perez visits Jacinto to offer him large amounts of money for his land but is refused. One of the investors gets angry over the refusal and eventually kills Jacinto. The murder is discovered and the investor flees.Wednesday, November 10: "Los Albañiles" (1976)
Director: Jorge Fons
Synopsis: In a building site, the watchman is beaten to death. The police treat it as just another murder, however leads show a wave of corruption from the owner to the most humble union involving them all in death.
For more information, visit http://arkansasmexico2010.com/?page_id=223 or call 501- 372-4000.
September 2 - November 30, 2010
Exhibition: "Raices"
Arkansas Studies Institute, Atrium Gallery
Born and raised in Coahuila, Mexico, the artist known as CH3MEX moved to the States in 1993. He has worked in design, painting, screen printing, mural sculptures and construction. He has traveled all over Mexico, the Eastern US, the Southwest and Southern United States. He is one of the founders of the Hunab ku movement, an artist collective focused on social art, its expression and influence. Through the use of workshops, shows, events, projects, the collective educates its members and audience about the expression and culture of Mexican-American social art.
His work usually focuses on the reaction of both societies Mexican and American. He tends to focus on issues affecting Mexican/Latino communities and their reaction, raids, the wall, immigration, violence, trafficking, etc. He tries to represent the Mexican presence in the United States throughout the art.
Admission is free.
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9am-6pm.
For more information, visit http://arkansasmexico2010.com/?page_id=223 or www.ch3mex.com/ call 501-320-5717.
September 2 - December 21, 2010
Exhibition: Mexican Mask Collection
Museum of Discovery, 500 President Clinton Avenue
An exhibit of Mexican culture and history is presented by the Museum of Discovery. Museum educators present programs for students of all ages, adhering to state curriculum frameworks within the exhibit space, and the Museum also offers an annual summer camp featuring Mexico and its food, language, history, and cultures. The masks of Guerrero exhibit features masks from the museum’s permanent collections.
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9am-5pm and Sunday, 1-5pm.
For more information, visit http://arkansasmexico2010.com/?page_id=223 or www.museumofdiscovery.org.
September 2 - December 31, 2010
Exhibition: In Search of Pancho Villa: The Mexican Punitive Expedition of 1916
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, 503 E 9th Street
The Mexican Punitive Expedition of 1916 was an attempt by American forces to capture General Francisco “Pancho” Villa following his attack on a small border town and military camp at Columbus, New Mexico on March 16, 1916. The attack highlighted a long history of animosity between the United States and Mexico dating back to the Mexican War of 1846-47 and the Occupation of Veracruz in 1914. Villa proved elusive to the American forces and President Woodrow Wilson issued the first mobilization of National Guard forces in U.S. history as General John J. Pershing pursued Villa into Mexico with an army of 11,000 men. Finally, on January 12, 1917, President Wilson ordered U.S. troops out of Mexico. Although Villa was never captured, the training received by American soldiers provided a valuable introduction to modern military techniques and for our nation’s rapidly approaching involvement in World War I.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm; Saturday, 10am-4pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
For more information, visit http://arkansasmexico2010.com/?page_id=223 or www.arkmilitaryheritage.com or call 501-376-4602.
September 2, 2010 - March 11, 2011
Exhibit Badges, Bandits and Bars: Arkansas Law & Justice
Old State House Museum
Museum Hours: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm & Sun, 1-5pm.
Badges, Bandits and Bars: Arkansas Law & Justice explores the state’s history of crime, law enforcement, courts, and prisons from pre-territorial days to the mid-1980s. The exhibit includes compelling artifacts and photographs donated by the Arkansas State Police and the Arkansas Department of Correction, as well as objects loaned by other institutions and individuals, and those from the Old State House Museum’s own collections.
For more information visit www.oldstatehouse.com or call 501-324-9685.
September 2, 2010 - March 12, 2012
Exhibit Arkansas/Arkansaw: A State and Its Reputation
Old State House Museum
Museum Hours: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm & Sun, 1-5pm.
The Old State House Museum's exhibit, Arkansas/Arkansaw: A State and Its Reputation, sheds light on the evolution of Arkansas’s hillbilly image. The exhibit reveals the early development of a dual image, with Arkansawyers being portrayed as coarse, illiterate, and violent backwoodsmen on one hand, while also lifted up as noble frontiersmen—independent, honest and humble. Brooks Blevins, curator of the exhibit, is the Noel Boyd Associate Professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University. He is the author of Arkansas/Arkansaw: How Bear Hunters, Hillbillies and Good Ol’ Boys Defined a State and Hill Folks: A History of Arkansas Ozarkers and Their Image.
For more information visit www.oldstatehouse.com or call 501-324-9685.
September 10 - October 3, 2010
"Evita"
Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Audiences will enjoy the ever-popular combination of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s music and Tim Rice’s lyrics with Evita, the timeless rags-to-riches, Tony award-winning story that continues to fascinate audiences worldwide. A modern musical classic of sweeping grandeur and romantic passion, Evita provides a biography of the fascinating Argentine political leader Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentinean president Juan Perón. Immensely popular with ordinary Argentineans (but equally despised by the middle class and powerful factions in the army and political circles), Eva Perón rose from obscurity to political power and was eventually considered the spiritual leader of the country.
Evita previews are Wednesday, September 8 and Thursday, September 9 and include a pre-show discussion at 6:15 in the Theatre with Evita Director Cliff Fannin Baker and Rep Producing Artistic Director Bob Hupp.
For tickets and additional information, visit www.therep.org or call 501-378-0405.
September 10 - December 5, 2010
Laura Terry Explores the Southern Landscape (Exhibit)
Historic Arkansas Museum
Natural Wonders: Paintings and Drawings by Laura Terry is presented in conjunction with the Arkansas Arts Council (AAC), an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage. This exhibit was created with resources identified in the Arkansas Artist Registry, a program of AAC.
Laura Terry’s paintings capture what she calls “ghosts,” or aspects of the Southern landscape that she believes often go unnoticed. She says, “There is no need to search far for these natural wonders, no need to look beyond the garden.” Terry borrows imagery from the natural world and infuses her painting with rich colors and textures. Originally from Georgia, Terry is an assistant professor in architecture at the Faye Jones School of Architecture at the University of Arkansas where she has worked since 1998.
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm. Monday through Saturday, 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18, $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9351 or visit www.historicarkansas.org.
September 17 - October 3, 2010
"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
Arkansas Arts Center, Children's Theatre
Based on “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain, dapted for the stage by Timothy Mason.
One of the most loved books of all time, Tom Sawyer chronicles the adventures of Mark Twain’s mischievous young hero in a small town on the Mississippi River. Join Tom, Huck and Becky for tales of pirating, escapades of treasure hunting, action-packed encounters with Injun Joe and lots of backwater excitement along the way. It’s easy to see why this Mark Twain story will always be an American classic.
Performances: Fridays, 7pm; Saturdays, 3pm and Sundays, 2pm.
For tickets and additional information, call 501-372-4000 or visit www.arkarts.com.
September 17 - November 21, 2010
"Headed To The White House" Exhibit
Clinton Presidential Center
"Headed to the White House" debuts at the Center on Constitution Day, September 17. Experience this interactive, multimedia exhibit with role-playing opportunities that place you on the campaign trail and present the issues and the candidates from some of our most historic presidential elections.
For more information, visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org.
September 17 - December 3, 2010
Haunted Evening Tour
7 PM - 9 PM
Little Rock and North Little Rock
Every Friday night at dusk.
Join us at for the kick-off of The Haunted Evening Tour, a first of its kind exploration of some the most haunted places in Little Rock and North Little Rock.
The tour will depart from the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, purported to be one of the most haunted places in the South.
During the two hour adventure, visitors will be schooled on the funeral customs of the 19th Century before being whisked away on a tour of some of the city's most haunted locations. A visit with real paranormal investigators will conclude the evening.
Tickets: $25.00 (reservations are Required).
For more information, visit www.hauntedtoursoflittlerock.com or call 501-681-3857.
October 1, 2010
Friday Night is Family Night
Aerospace Education Center
Friday nights are special around here! It is family night! Get free museum entry, a small popcorn and coke with each movie ticket purchase at our special family night price of $5.75 per ticket!
For more information, call 501-376-4629 or visit www.aerospaced.org.
October 1, 2010
The Village presents Michael Franti & Spearhead
9 PM
3915 University Ave.
Tickets: $25.00 in advance and $28.00 at the door.
For tickets and additional information, visit www.arkansaslivemusic.com.
October 2, 2010
2nd Annual Family Fun Fest
9 AM - 3 PM
Dickey-Stephens Park
The event will include music and entertainment featuring a variety of acts, including the Radio Disney Rockin' Road show, community dancers, among other special performers. The Kids & Teen Zone will feature lots of hands-on activities, inflatable's, rock climbing wall, face painting, creative crafts and more. Visit with over 120 vendor booths ranging from arts and crafts to jewelry, clothing and business services. It's an atmosphere full of fun, food and lots of prizes.
Tickets are $3.00 for adults, children 12 and under get in free. A limited quantity of free tickets will be available at select Wendy's stores in Central Arkansas while supplies last.
For a complete list of events and the latest info, visit www.nlrfamilyfunfest.org or contact the North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce at 501-372-5959.
October 2, 2010
Amethyst Ball
7 PM - 10 PM
Peabody Hotel
The Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) presents the Fifth Annual Amethyst Ball. ACADV invites all Arkansans to help bring back the peace to the natural state and honor Attorney General Dustin and Bobbi McDaniel for leading efforts in fighting domestic violence in Arkansas. Festivities will include cocktails, an elaborate buffet, and the opportunity to participate in both silent and live auctions. Join Mistress of Ceremonies, Donna Terrell of Fox16 for dancing and entertainment provided by the Shannon Boshears Band.
Tickets: $100.00 per ticket.
For more information, visit www.domesticpeace.com/AmethystBall.htm, call 501-907-5612 or e-mail mmckenzie@domesticpeace.com.
October 2, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 2, 2010
Hank Williams Jr. w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson & The Grascals "Rowdy Friends Tour"
7 PM
Verizon Arena
Annual tribute to the men and women of America's armed services.
Tickets: $35.15-$149.45. Tickets go on sale to the general public August 6th.
Tickets available at any TicketMaster location, Verizon Arena Box Office, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B0044F7D8845A81?artistid=1461922&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=2.
October 2, 2010
Hillcrest Shop & Sip
5 PM - 10 PM
Hillcrest
Hillcrest Sip & Shop is a family filled neighborhood event that takes place the 1st Thursday of each month. Spearheaded by the Hillcrest Merchants Association, all the local shops, restaurants, and venues are open after hours until 9pm with discounted prices, promotions, appetizers and drinks. Have fun strolling the sidewalks, listening to local bands, window shopping, browsing the stores or relaxing on the promenade. This event is sure to have you coming back each month.
October 2, 2010
Little Rock Liver Life Walk
9 AM
Big Dam Bridge, Murray Park Pavilion Area
Registration, 9am and walk, 10:30am.
For more information, call 501-766-7668 or visit http://alf.convio.net/site/TR/LiverLifeWalk2010/LiverLifeWalk?fr_id=2040&pg=entry.
October 2, 2010
Walk Now for Autism Speaks
10 AM - 12 PM
Clinton Presidential Center
Admission is free.
All event proceeds support Autism Speaks in its mission to fund medical research of this developmental disability affecting over 1 in 110 children, to increase autism awareness, and to provide services for families who have children with autism.
For more information, visit www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/arkansas, call 501-515-0115 or e-mail brycesbrigade@comcast.net.
October 2 - 3, 2010
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra presents "New World" Opening Night
Robinson Center Music Hall
Saturday, 8pm and Sunday, 3pm.
Kevin Cole, piano
Bernstein Overture to Candide
Gershwin Piano Concerto in F
Dvorak Symphony No. 9For tickets and additional information call 501-666-1761 or visit www.arkansassymphony.org.
October 5, 2010
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra River Rhapsodies
7 PM
Clinton Presidential Center, Great Hall
For tickets and additional information call 501-666-1761 or visit www.arkansassymphony.org.
October 5, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 6, 2010
The Village presents Entertainment oe Death Tour
7 PM
3915 University Ave.
Tickets: $13.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door.
For tickets and additional information, visit www.arkansaslivemusic.com.
October 7, 2010
Festival of Wines 2010
6 PM - 9 PM
Dickey-Stephens Park
Festival of Wines benefiting the American Heart Association, Central Arkansas. The Largest Wine Festival in the State! More than 600 wines from around the world.
Tickets: $60.00 in advance and $75.00 at the door.
Purchase tickets online at www.americanheart.org/lrwinefestivalheartball or call 501-379-1198.
The Jack Stephens Heart Center presents the American Heart Association Festival of Wines 2010. Recognized as a premier social event in Central Arkansas, the Festival of Wines has seen overwhelming growth and popularity in the community since its inception in 2004.
The Festival of Wines continues to grow each year. The Festival will encompass the entire Dickey-Stephens concourse. The evening features a silent auction and cuisine from local restaurants that is paired with more than 600 wines from around the world.
Currently the American Heart Association Central office is funding cardiovascular research projects worth $2 million at Arkansas health-care institutions!
October 8, 2010
2nd Friday Art Night
5 PM - 8 PM
River Market District
2nd Friday Art Night highlights the cultural opportunities downtown and in the River Market District. It is a unique gallery walk which includes the state's only historical museum with gallery space devoted to local artists, a public library that oversees and curates retail and exhibition galleries, and private galleries.
Come to the heart of the city after work and enjoy a concentrated night of art. Make plans to dine afterwards at one of the area's many fine restaurants, and hop on the free Art Night shuttle or stroll the River Market District sidewalks to visit participating locations. Visitors can expect great art, exhibits, and shopping as well as entertainment by local musicians. For more information on what's happening at each Art Night location, visit www.2ndfridayartnight.com.
October 8, 2010
Friday Night is Family Night
Aerospace Education Center
Friday nights are special around here! It is family night! Get free museum entry, a small popcorn and coke with each movie ticket purchase at our special family night price of $5.75 per ticket!
For more information, call 501-376-4629 or visit www.aerospaced.org.
October 8 - 17, 2010
Arkansas State Fair
Arkansas State Fair Grounds
Come join us for some Blue Ribbon Fun, Food, Entertainment, and Rides!
Admission Cost : $8.00, adults; $4.00, children 6-12 and seniors.
For more information, visit www.arkansasstatefair.com or call 501-372-8341.
October 8 - 24, 2010
"Chicago"
The Weekend Theater, 7th & Chester
Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse. Music by John Kander. Lyrics by Fred Ebb, based on the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins.
In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap...until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Fighting for her life and the headlines, Roxie vies with double murderess Velma Kelly for celebrity attorney Billy Flynn, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune and acquittal. Premiering in 1996 and the hit of the 1997 Broadway season, Chicago won six Tony Awards including Best Revival and the 2003 Academy Award for Best Picture of the Year. Featuring a scintillating score, this sharp edged satire is a superbly crafted razzle-dazzle of musical theater.Directed by John Thompson, Music Direction by Jeannie Smith.
For tickets and additional information, call 501-374-3761 or visit www.weekendtheater.org.
October 9, 2010
2011 Little Rockers Kids Marathon Training Kick-Off "The Great Lace Up"
9 AM
War Memorial Stadium
To register and for more information, visit www.littlerockmarathon.com/index.cfm.
October 9, 2010
Elite Events' Project UPSTAGE
6:30 PM
Wildwood Park for the Arts
Elite Events, a local event planning firm, introduces Project UPSTAGE, featuring Sharon McGhee, author of The PocketBook Monologues and producer of the stage play, in the one-woman stage production of the same name. The goal of the event is to present a $20,000 donation to Simone's Home Inc, a residential girl's home, specializing in sibling groups and teaching life skills.
Admission Cost : $25.00 in advance, $30.00 at the door and $45.00 V.I.P.
For more information, visit www.ProjectUPSTAGE.com, contact Krishna Ellington
501-541-9983 or e-mail ProjectUPSTAGE@yahoo.com.
October 9, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 9, 2010
RunWILD 5K
8 AM - 12 PM
Wildwood Park for the Arts
Wildwood Park for the Arts will have runners, children and dogs running wild in West Little Rock on October 9th with its inaugural 5K RunWILD. Race begins at 8 a.m., followed by live entertainment and hayrides to Pumpkin Hill's hay fort.
Kicking off the Park's fall festivities, Wildwood welcomes runners to a morning fun run beginning at the Promenade at Chenal and ending with a victory lap inside Wildwood Park. A shuttle will transport runners from the Park to the Promenade. Children and dogs, too, are welcome to participate in a 1K run through Wildwood's unique botanical gardens.
RunWILD will host an assortment of activities including entertainment by Radio Disney's Rockin' Road Show, with music, games, prizes and give a ways, free hayrides to Pumpkin Hill where a pumpkin patch, a free pumpkin for every child, and a hay fort designed by Amoz Eckerson of Jameson Architects awaits.
Registration fees for the 5K are $25 in advance, $30 the day of the race. Registration fees for the kid and dog 1K are $10 in advance, $15 the day of the race. Registration fees include a RunWILD 5K t-shirt and race packet. Chip timing is provided by Mac's Race Timing Service.
Runners can register at Go! Running located at 1819 North Grant St in Little Rock, Wildwood Park for the Arts at 20919 Denny Rd. in West Little Rock or online at www.active.com and at www.wildwoodpark.org. For more RunWILD information call 501-821-7275.
October 10, 2010
Nickelback w/ special guest Three Days Grace and Buckcherry
6 PM
Verizon Arena
Tickets: $55.95-$80.35. Tickets available at the Verizon Arena Box Office, any Ticketmaster location, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B0044DEBF584431?artistid=710632&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=60.
October 11, 2010
Classic Golf
Pleasant Valley Country Club
Golf Tournament at Pleasant Valley Country Club benefitting Centers for Youth & Familes.
For more information, contact 501-666-9436 or e-mail tfoltz@cfyf.org.
October 12, 2010
Carrie Underwood "Play On Tour" w/ Special Guest Billy Currington & Sons Of Sylvia
7 PM
Verizon Arena
Tickets: $35.50-$55.50 (tickets go on sale to the general public April 26th at 10am). Tickets available at the Verizon Arena Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00448CDA4F66E1?artistid=1004122&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=2.
October 12, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 12 - November 14, 2010
"Death by Fatal Murder"
Murry's Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Col. Glenn Rd.
Inspector Pratt and Miss Maple are called to solve a murder at Bagshot mansion and mayhem ensues. Their gathering is a comic excuse to exploit all the characters found in Agatha Christie and other classic murder mysteries. It’s non-stop laughter as the body count mounts and detective Pratt helplessly and hopelessly attempts to solve the crime.
For reservations and additional information, visit www.murrysdinnerplayhouse.com or call 501-562-3131.
October 15, 2010
Friday Night is Family Night
Aerospace Education Center
Friday nights are special around here! It is family night! Get free museum entry, a small popcorn and coke with each movie ticket purchase at our special family night price of $5.75 per ticket!
For more information, call 501-376-4629 or visit www.aerospaced.org.
October 15, 2010
Pink Duck Walk
5 PM
Peabody Little Rock
Come join us on Friday, October 15th at the Peabody Hotel in downtown Little Rock. The Peabody Ducks put on quite a show for us, while they waddle down a special pink carpet! The show starts at 5:00 in the lobby of the hotel. See you there!
For more information, visit www.komenarkansas.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/race-information/pink-duck-walk.html.
October 15, 2010
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Pasta Party
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dickey-Stephens Park
Join us the Friday night before the Race and load up on carbs! Romano's Macaroni Grill will provide the food, Coca-Cola and Moon Distributing will provide the beverages, and The Rockets will provide the live entertainment!
Tickets: $20.00.
To register online or for more information, visit www.komenarkansas.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/race-information/pasta-party.html.
October 15 - 17, 2010
Sculpture at the River Market
River Market District
48 Nationally recognized artists including members of the Arkansas Sculptors guild & the National Sculptors Guild.
Preview Party, Friday, October 15th, 6:30-9:30 pm (ticketed event).
Saturday, October 16, 9am-5pm & Sunday, October 17th, 10am-4pm.
Submissions: Please enter the show by applying online at www.Zapplication.org.
For more information, visit www.sculptureattherivermarket.com, call 866-661-7876 or e-mail info@sculptureattherivermarket.com.
October 16, 2010
6th K Café
9 AM
Junior League of Little Rock, 401 S. Scott St.
6th K Café is a fun filled event, following Little Rock’s annual Race for the Cure. Guests enjoy brunch and mimosa bar, a holiday fashion show, shopping and speakers that are sure to educate and motivate everyone on the latest breast cancer topics.
Tickets $20.00 ($250.00 for table of ten) and will be available for purchase at the door on the day of the event for $25.00.
To reserve your tickets online, visit www.jllr.org/?nd=ticket_list&fundraiser_id=10.
October 16, 2010
Breakfast with Small Carnivores
8 AM - 9:30 AM
Little Rock Zoo
Looking for a special place to spend some quality time with your family? Join us for breakfast at the Zoo and a special animal event with our Small Carnivores. Guests will get a VIP keeper chat all about these terrific hunters and will enjoy a breakfast buffet at Cafe Africa.
Non-Member Adult: $21.95; Non-Member Child: $16.95; Member Adult: $16.95; Member Child: $12.95.
For more information, call 501-666-2406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com.
October 16, 2010
Farmers' Market
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 16, 2010
Mountain Heart in Concert
7 PM
Wildwood Park for the Arts, 20919 Denny Rd.
Wildwood Park for the Arts welcomes Grammy-nominated Mountain Heart to its third annual HARVEST! Festival on October 16th following the Arkansas Pickin’ and Fiddlin’ Championship. Concert will begin in the Lucy Lockett Cabe Festival Theatre at 7 p.m. with an opening act by Truegrass.
Widely known throughout the music industry, Mountain Heart deftly combines high-energy elements of rock, jam-band, country, blues, jazz, and bluegrass. Created in 1999, Mountain Heart is known in acoustic music circles for its cutting edge excellence and dynamic stage performances. One of the most highly awarded ensembles ever assembled, Mountain Heart members have either won or been nominated for multiple Grammys, ACM, CMA, and IBMA Awards.
Tickets for Mountain Heart are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Seats for children 12 and under are $10 with a limit of two children per adult ticket order. Groups of 10 or more will receive a discount of $5 off per ticket, as do competitors in the Arkansas Pickin’ and Fiddlin’ Championship. Mountain Heart ticket purchasers will also receive $5 off gate admission to HARVEST! Festival.
For more information, visit www.wildwoodpark.org or call 501-821-7275.
October 16, 2010
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
8 AM
Downtown Little Rock, Broadway & 2nd St.
Whose Life Are You Running For? Participate in the 17th Annual Komen Arkansas Race for the Cure® and show everyone whose life you are running for. Are you running for your mother, your sister, a co-worker, a friend? Are you running for your own life? Or are you running for the future? No matter whose life you are running for, now is the time to get involved and run for their life!
All funds from the Komen Race for the Cure go to research, education, screening and treatment programs.
To register or for more information, visit www.komenarkansas.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/race-information.
October 16, 2010
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Survivors Information
Downtown Little Rock
On Race Day, there are lots of things going on for you Survivors! For information on parking, the Survivor Parade, Luncheon and more, visit www.komenarkansas.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/race-information/survivors-information.html.
October 16, 2010
Tale of Two Farms Pumpkin Fest
P. Allen Smith's Garden Home Retreat
Enjoy a farm-fresh feast with P. Allen Smith benefiting the Oxford American and the Heritage Poultry Conservancy. The meal will be prepared by local-food advocate and James Beard Award nominee Ashley Christensen. Nationally recognized for her commitment to seasonal fare, Christensen will put her North Carolina spin on a can't-miss menu.
The evening begins with live music, a reception and tour of Allen's Garden Home Retreat at Moss Mountain Farm, overlooking the Arkansas River Valley. A five-star dinner follows, showcasing a fall bounty from Allen's garden.
Tickets are $300.00 per couple and $200.00 per person.
Space is limited. For reservations and more information e-mail gardenhome@pallensmith.com.
October 16 - 17, 2010
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Acxiom Pops Alive! presents "Halloween Spookfest"
Robinson Center Music Hall
Saturday, 8pm and Sunday, 3pm.
Hear all your spooky favorites from Star Wars, ET, Frankenstein, Harry Potter and much, much more. Dress in costume, bring the kids and take part in our costume contest—our musicians will be in costume too!
For tickets and additional information call 501-666-1761 or visit www.arkansassymphony.org.
October 16 - 17, 2010
HARVEST! Festival
10 AM - 6 PM
Wildwood Park for the Arts, 20919 Denny Rd.
Harvest Festival brings Arkansas' 'pickin' and 'fiddlin' championship to Little Rock's unique botanical gardens at Wildwood Park for the Arts on October 16th, 10am to 6pm. Enjoy the glorious colors, traditions, foods, sounds and aromas of autumn in Arkansas with music from nationally acclaimed and Grammy nominated, Mountain Heart, along with regional and local artists, a 'pickin' and 'fiddlin' championship, hayrides, children's crafts and foods for purchase. Play the flat pick guitar, mandolin, banjo, the fiddle or in a band? Enter the 'pickin' and 'fiddlin' championship for a chance to win cash prizes. Grand prize band winner will be featured in Harvest Festival, 2011.
Admission is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children, free to children under 5.
For more information, visit www.wildwoodpark.org, call 501-821-7275 or e-mail kvandaveer@wildwoodpark.org.
October 19, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 21, 2010
Around the World Thursday: Frankfurt, Germany
7 PM
Clinton Presidential Center, Forty Two
On the third Thursday of each month, Forty Two allows you to explore the sights, sounds, and flavors of countries across the globe. Guests can savor a five course tasting menu and enjoy special cultural entertainment.
Doors open at 6:30pm.
$27.95 per person; reservations required. Please call 501-537-0042.
October 21, 2010
Monster Ball Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper W/ Special Guest Murderdolls
7 PM
Verizon Arena
Tickets go on sale Saturday, August 28th at 10am.
Tickets: $48.25 & $59.30 (8 ticket limit). Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 on line at www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B0045178D8E4F7C?artistid=776549&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1 or livenation.com.
Please note: The Verizon Arena Box Office will not be open for this on sale.
October 21, 2010
Uncorked: Mad Scientist Mash
7 PM - 9 PM
Museum of Discovery
The 9th annual Uncorked is the party with all the right elements! Proceeds benefit the Museum’s statewide educational programs. Guests enjoy wine and beer tastings courtesy of Glazers; tasting stations are located throughout the Museum so you can enjoy all the Museum has to offer…while you party for a cause. Activities include a specialty cocktail, silent auction, wine pull, mad science demonstrations and raffle for $1,000 gift certificate from Kenneth Edwards! Reserve your tickets by calling 501- 396-7050 ext. 212.
Admission is $100.00 and tickets are available online at www.MuseumofDiscovery.org or at the front desk of the museum.
October 21 - 24, 2010
Boo at the Zoo
6 PM - 9 PM
Little Rock Zoo
October 21-24 and Oct. 28-31.
Boo at the Zoo is frightfully NEW!
Join us this year for a new experience! This year's BOO will feature added amenities and attractions including the Haunted Veldt Walkway, a brand-new haunted house, and much more!
For tickets and additional information, call 501-666-2406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com.
October 22, 2010
Cruisin' in the Rock
6 PM - 9 PM
River Market Pavilions and Riverfront Park
See the coolest cars in Arkansas at "Cruisin' in the Rock." These monthly cruise-ins feature muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, trucks and motorcycles from across Central Arkansas. Participants and spectators will enjoy great classic rock n' roll music, have a chance to win prizes, and reminisce over these awesome vehicles!
“Cruisin’ in the Rock” rolls into the River Market pavilions and Riverfront Park, located in the heart of the downtown area and on the banks of the Arkansas River. While in the River Market District, you can enjoy a wonderful dinner at any of the great restaurants in the area.
"Cruisin' in the Rock" is open to the public and admission is free.
If you have a classic car, truck or motorcycle that you'd like to show off, or for more information on the monthly "Cruisin’ in the Rock," contact Carol Dolan at 501-370-3201 or e-mail cdolan@littlerock.com. For more information visit www.CruisinLittleRock.com.
October 22, 2010
Friday Night is Family Night
Aerospace Education Center
Friday nights are special around here! It is family night! Get free museum entry, a small popcorn and coke with each movie ticket purchase at our special family night price of $5.75 per ticket!
For more information, call 501-376-4629 or visit www.aerospaced.org.
October 22, 2010
Friendly Chapel Fish and Fowl Dinner
5 PM - 8 PM
Verizon Arena
$10.00 per person, children 5-12, $6.00 and children 4 and younger are free.
For more information, call 501-371-0912 or e-mail donnaholderfield@sbcglobal.net.
October 22 - November 7, 2010
"The Giant and the Beanstalk"
Arkansas Arts Center, Children's Theatre
Children’s Theatre Original
A Play by Alan Keith Smith
Inspired by the legendary English fairy tale Jack and the BeanstalkHave some Fe-Fi-Fo-FUN! The Giant and the Beanstalk is a contemporary twist on the legendary fairy tale. Told with inspiration and imagination, see what happens when The Giant climbs down, down, down the twisty beanstalk. Down, all the way down to – well, you’ll never guess where! This delightful story is sure to tickle your giant curiosity.
Performances: Fridays, 7pm; Saturdays, 3pm and Sundays, 2pm.
For tickets and additional information, call 501-372-4000 or visit www.arkarts.com.
October 23, 2010
2010 Little Rock Mud Run
9 AM
Two Rivers Park
For more information visit: www.mudrun.org or call 501-371-4770.
October 23, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 26, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 28, 2010
15th Annual Big Boo!-seum Bash
6 PM - 8:30 PM
Various Museums
15th Annual Big Boo!-seum Bash is a Howling Ghoul Time!
Downtown Little Rock is preparing for the 15th annual fearfest at Big Boo!-seum Bash, where kids can enjoy a safe and fun Halloween on Thursday, October 28, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This annual, free event is hosted by members of the Greater Little Rock Museum Consortium and sponsored by the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Big Boo!-seum Bash is one giant story-telling, trick-or-treating, fun and games evening that is safe and accessible for children and their families.
This year’s Big Boo!-seum Bash locations are the Historic Arkansas Museum, Museum of Discovery, Central High School National Historic Site, Old State House Museum, The Clinton Presidential Library, MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, and the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center.
Activities will be different at each participating location, including:
•The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History invites you to come one, come all to the historic haunted arsenal where fun can be found for all ages. The littlest trick-or-treaters will enjoy a fun-filled evening of old-fashioned carnival games, with a Halloween twist such as Bowling for ghouls, bean bag toss and more. Older spirits can listen to the legendary ghost stories of the Arsenal Building, learn about 19th century funeral rites. Stumble into the ghost of a long-past soldier. Special guest, Linda Howell of the “Haunted Evening Tour” of historic downtown Little Rock.
•The Historic Arkansas Museum will have various games and activities including a Fortune Teller, Twinkie Walk and of course, Candy!
•At the Central High School National Historic Site the theme is: "SCARED if HISTORY?? Don’t BE." Listen to classic 50’s tunes while playing games of the era such as jacks and hopscotch. In the back drop, I Love Lucy clips will be on display, interrupted by President Dwight D. Eisenhower as was the case in 1957 when the President called out the U.S. army to protect the Little Rock Nine.
•Experience “The Big BOO on Broadway!” at the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. There will be door prizes, games and crafts and a costume contest.
•Creepy, crawly things await you at the Museum of Discovery. Explore Harry’s Big Adventure, a new interactive exhibit where you will learn all you wanted to know about bugs, but were afraid to ask.
•The Old State House Museum’s theme is “Day of the Dead”.
•William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park will present “Candyland”.Visitors can drive to each location, where free parking is available.
Game cards will also be issued at each site. Visit four of the seven participating locations to qualify for a prize drawing collected from the participating museums or visit all seven locations to qualify for the grand prize drawing.
For more information about Big Boo!-seum Bash, visit www.littlerock.com or call 501- 376-4781.
October 28, 2010
Gala for Hope - An Evening with the Legendary Al Green
6 PM - 10 PM
Statehouse Convention Center, Wally Allen Ballroom, 5pm
Enjoy a black tie evening of "supper & soul" at Gala for Hope. An Evening with the Legendary Al Green. Join hundreds of community minded, charitable patrons as we celebrate the positive impact Arkansas Baptist College has had on its ever-increasing student population, growth and revitalization of the campus and positive effect it has had on the surrounding community.
The evening begins in the Wally Allen Ballroom of the Statehouse Convention Center with a 6pm reception, dinner at 7pm and a concert by Arkansas native Al Green. Grammy Award winner and member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Green is widely acknowledged as one of the most popular influential performers of R&B, gospel and soul.
Gala tickets are $250.00 and sponsorships are available. All proceeds benefit the college's Capital Campaign fund. For information contact Janell Mason at 501-539-0913 or www.arkansasbaptist.edu.
October 28 - 31, 2010
Boo at the Zoo
6 PM - 9 PM
Little Rock Zoo
October 21-24 and Oct. 28-31.
Boo at the Zoo is frightfully NEW! Join us this year for a new experience!
This year's BOO will feature added amenities and attractions including the Haunted Veldt Walkway, a brand-new haunted house, and much more!
For tickets and additional information, call 501-666-2406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com.
October 29, 2010
Friday Night is Family Night
Aerospace Education Center
Friday nights are special around here! It is family night! Get free museum entry, a small popcorn and coke with each movie ticket purchase at our special family night price of $5.75 per ticket!
For more information, call 501-376-4629 or visit www.aerospaced.org.
October 29 - November 14, 2010
Shakespeare’s "Hamlet"
Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Never fails to enthrall and enlighten audiences with its riveting portrayal of a man surrounded by many, but who ultimately remained alone. “A theatre company is defined by its approach to the classics. No play exemplifies the enduring power of our art form more than Hamlet, and it is an honor to bring this play to life on our stage,” Hupp says.
For tickets and additional information, visit www.therep.org or call 501-378-0405.
October 30, 2010
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
October 30 - 31, 2010
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra presents "Titan"
Robinson Center Music Hall
Saturday, 8pm and Sunday, 3pm.
David Renfro, horn
Mozart Overture, Magic Flute
Strauss Horn Concerto No. 2
Mahler Symphony No. 1For tickets and additional information call 501-666-1761 or visit www.arkansassymphony.org.
