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This Week in Little Rock

Comeback America: Turning the Country Around and Restoring Fiscal Responsibility
November 20, 2009
Clinton School of Public Service, Sturgis Hall
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Friday Night Family Night!
November 20, 2009
Aerospace Education Center
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Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
November 20, 2009
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
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Zac Brown Band
November 20, 2009
Verizon Arena
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"A Dark, Dark House"
November 20 - 21, 2009
The Weekend Theater, 7th and Chester
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"Exotic Lands--Europe Imagines Egypt and the East" - Exhibit
November 20 - 22, 2009
Arkansas Arts Center
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UALR Dance Harvest
November 20 - 22, 2009
UALR - Center for Perf Arts - University Theatre
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"Natalie Needs a Nightie"
November 20 - December 31, 2009
Murry's Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Col. Glenn Rd.
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"Guns in Arkansas History" Exhibit
November 20, 2009 - January 31, 2010
Historic Arkansas Museum
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"8th Annual Eclectic Collector From the Collection of Jim Gatling: A Whimsy of Treasures"
November 20, 2009 - February 14, 2010
Historic Arkansas Museum
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"Backyard Science"
November 20, 2009 - March 31, 2010
Museum of Discovery
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"Bandits, Badges and Bars: Arkansas Law & Justice" Exhibit
November 20, 2009 - March 6, 2011
Old Statehouse Museum
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Ancient Indian Tool Chest
November 21, 2009
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Art In The Garden 2 - Art Show and Sale
November 21, 2009
109 Linwood Court (Between Markham & Lee Streets)
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Colorful Kingfisher Stroll
November 21, 2009
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Kingfisher Trailhead
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Museum School Annual Holiday Sale
November 21, 2009
Arkansas State Fair Grounds
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National Association of Free Clinics
November 21, 2009
Statehouse Convention Center
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Philander Smith Panthers Men's Basketball vs. Lyon College
November 21, 2009
Mims Gym
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The Village presents An Evening with Emilie Autumn
November 21, 2009
3915 University Ave.
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
November 22, 2009
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Hike The Hills
November 22, 2009
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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The Village presents Insane Clown Posse
November 22, 2009
3915 S. University
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Richard Fedrizzi, CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council
November 23, 2009
Clinton School of Public Service, Sturgis Hall
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The Village presents Amberlin, Kingsdown & Falcon Scott
November 23, 2009
3915 University Ave.
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Connecting the Nation: A National Broadband Plan
November 24, 2009
Clinton School of Public Service, Sturgis Hall
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Philander Smith Panthers Men's Basketball vs. So. University of New Orleans
November 24, 2009
Mims Gym
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The Loony Bin presents James Johann
November 25 - 28, 2009
Breckenridge Village Shopping Center
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Thanksgiving Thursday Holiday Dining
November 26, 2009
The Peabody Little Rock
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Fall Hayride & Campfire
November 27, 2009
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Friday Night is Family Night
November 27, 2009
Aerospace Education Center
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The Village presents Planet Of The Drums
November 27, 2009
3915 University Ave.
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Parks

Arkansas River Trail

Arkansas River Trail

Along the Arkansas River
Little Rock and North Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-223-6404
Website: www.rivertrail.org
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Approximately 24 miles when completed, the Arkansas River Trail, will serve as an addition that will allow the sister cities Little Rock and North Little Rock, to connect people enabling them to walk or cycle.  When completed, the Arkansas River Trail will reach from downtown Little Rock to Pinnacle Mountain State Park on the southern shore, and from downtown North Little Rock to Cook's Landing on the northern shore. A fourteen-mile loop will be created by a pedestrian bridge across Murray Lock and Dam and a renovated railroad bridge near the Presidential Library Center and Park. All together this project will offer approximately 24 miles of trail in Central Arkansas.
Art Along the River

Art Along the River

Riverfront Park
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-376-4781
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Stroll through River Front Park and let your mind and soul become enriched by the many works of art planed along the path to the Clinton Presidential Center.  Inspired by the themes of President Clinton’s acceptance speech at the 1996 Democratic convention, these sculptures (including “Touch the Sky”, “Eagle of the Rock”, and “Harriet Tubman” to name a few), illustrate our common values and the wonderful quality of life to be found here in Arkansas. 

Audubon Nature Center

1423B South Main St.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501- 244-2229
Website: www.ar.audubon.org
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Located in East Little Rock, the Audubon Nature Center in East Little Rock is an acreage surrounding both the city-owned Fourche Creek wetlands and the unique soils and plants of Granite Mountain in adjacent Gillam Park. The 2,000 acres available for use by the Nature Center offer a vast and richly diverse “lab” for people to learn about conservation, restoration, wildlife and plants.

 

Burns Park

Interstate 40, Exit 150
North Little Rock, AR  72118
Phone: 501-753-7307
Website: northlr.org
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Split by I-40 on the west side of North Little Rock, Burns Park encompasses more than 1,500 acres and is one of the largest city-owned parks in the country. While most of the area is still wooded, several sections have been developed into ballparks, hiking trails, a miniature golf course, an amusement park, bocce ball courts, a BMX bike track, a disc golf course, a special playground for handicapped children, soccer fields and an overnight RV campground complete with showers, grills and electrical outlets. There are also picnic areas with tables and grills, a tennis and racquetball complex and a golf course.

Julius Breckling Riverfront Park

Ottenheirmer Plaza, Rivermarket and Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-371-4770
Fax: 501-371-6832
Website: www.lrpr.org
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Riverfront Park stretches eleven blocks from the River Market District to Old State House. Much of Little Rock's history began along this stretch of the river. A plaque marking the original "little rock" from which the city takes its name is located beneath the rail bridge. You can learn about the original "little rock" where settlers first came to this area in a 2,400 square foot history pavilion. The park also includes an amphitheater, The Belvedere Pavilion, playground, plazas, promenades and picnic areas.

Upcoming events at the Julius Breckling Riverfront Park:
Riverfest - May 28 - 30, 2010

Murray Park

Rebsamen Park Rd.
Little Rock, AR  72207
Phone: 501-371-4770
Website: www.lrpr.org
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Murray Park is right along the Arkansas River. It's a great place to go walking with your pets. It is also great for kids. It has eight pavilions, three soccer fields, two playgrounds and a boat dock. It's also a nice place to go fishing.

Peabody Park

Riverfront Park
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-375-2552
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Peabody Park, An Adventure in Play!
Located west of the Junction Bridge and north of the Wellness Walkway in Riverfront Park, Peabody Park is a unique play environment, designed with help from children, that encourages imagination, exploration and discovery. Some of its many wondrous features include several outdoor and underground rooms, large native stones for climbing, a spray pad, and the Ozark Pavilion.

Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Pinnacle Mountain State Park

11901 Pinnacle Valley Rd.
Roland, AR  72135
Phone: 501-868-5806
Fax: 501-868-5018
Email: pinnaclemountain@arkansas.com
Website: www.arkansasstateparks.com/pinnaclemountain
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Spend the afternoon at one of Arkansas' prettiest spots. Rising more than 1,000 feet above the Arkansas River Valley, the cone-shaped peak of Pinnacle Mountain is a central Arkansas landmark. Once up top (a fairly easy hike up the western slope at a slow pace), the scenery can't be beat. Besides the more than 40 miles of hiking trails, there are also the Arkansas Arboretum, a playground and plenty of picnic tables.

Upcoming events at the Pinnacle Mountain State Park:
Colorful Kingfisher Stroll - November 21, 2009
Ancient Indian Tool Chest - November 21, 2009
GPS Scavenger Hunt - November 22, 2009
Hike The Hills - November 22, 2009
Fall Hayride & Campfire - November 27, 2009
Arkansas Reptiles - November 28, 2009
Fall Hayride & Campfire - November 28, 2009
What do You See? - November 29, 2009
Dutch Oven Demonstration - November 29, 2009
Hike In The Hills - November 29, 2009

Riverfest Amphitheatre

Riverfest Amphitheatre

400 President Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-375-2552
Fax: 501-371-6832
Website: www.lrpr.org
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Riverfest Amphitheatre with its spectacular backdrop view of the Arkansas River hosts many of Little Rock's concerts. It was originally designed and built in 1987, as a multi-use stage and amphitheatre.  It has evolved to include 1,375 reserved seats and 9,125 lawn seats. The city's River Market, Museum of Discovery, Library and other shops surround the Amphitheatre.

Upcoming events at the Riverfest Amphitheatre:
Arkansas LibertyFest - March 20, 2010
Lime Aid Outdoor Concert - May 1, 2010

The Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center

602 President Clinton Avenue
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-907-0636
Fax: 501-907-0638
Email: www.centralarkansasnaturecenter.com/contact-us
Website: http://centralarkansasnaturecenter.com/contact-us/
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Hours of Operation:
Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30am-4:30pm. Closed Christmas and New Year's day.

The center focuses on the wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities that our state’s fish and wildlife resources provide. Exhibits highlight the role of fish and wildlife management and many of the projects conducted throughout the history of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The location along the Arkansas River allows many watchable wildlife activities within an urban area. Basking water turtles, butterflies and migrating pelicans are common sights. A portion of the Arkansas River Trail crosses the site, offering more options for exploration. The grounds of the center include beds of native plants found throughout the state, while the main building includes an exhibit hall, aquariums, gift shop, theater and special educational programs.

Upcoming events at the The Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center:
Arkansas State Turkey Calling Contest - January 30, 2010

William J. Clinton Presidential Center & Park

William J. Clinton Presidential Center & Park

1200 President Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-374-4242
Email: clinton.library@nara.gov
Website: www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org
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Hours of Operation:
Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm
Sun., 1pm–5 pm

The Clinton Presidential Center and Park includes the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service, and the Clinton Presidential Foundation, Little Rock office. The Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is administered by the National Archives and Records Administration and serves as the repository for the official records of the Clinton Presidency. In addition to the archival collection and research facilities, it features exhibits and other educational opportunities. The museum includes 20,000 square feet of exhibit space on two levels and features replicas of the Oval Office and the Cabinet Room. Permanent exhibits utilizing photographs, videos and interactive stations include a 100-foot-long timeline presenting the day-to-day work of the President and alcoves highlighting domestic and foreign policy efforts and achievements. Other exhibits focusing on life in the White House include displays of presidential gifts and other objects related to state visits, holidays and cultural celebrations.

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Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau
LITTLE ROCK CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Markham and Broadway - Little Rock, AR 72201 or P.O. Box 3232 - Little Rock, AR 72203
(501) 376-4781  1-800-844-4781  Fax: (501) 374-2255  Email: lrcvb@littlerock.com
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