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Developing the Eye of the Collector (Lecture)
July 23, 2008
Clinton School of Public Service, Sturgis Hall
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Movies in the Park presents "Wizard of Oz"
July 23, 2008
Riverfest Amphitheatre
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Crosswalk Community Theater "Are We There Yet?"
July 23 - 24, 2008
Crosswalk Family of God, 10600 Colonel Glenn Rd.
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History Rangers, Summer Fun Youth Enrichment Program
July 23 - 25, 2008
Old State House Museum
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The Loony Bin Comedy Club presents Tommy Blaze
July 23 - 26, 2008
Breckenridge Village Shopping Center
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Hot Color Cool Glass
July 23 - 27, 2008
Arkansas Arts Center
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"Guys and Dolls"
July 23 - August 24, 2008
Murry's Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Col. Glenn Road
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Football: The Exhibit
July 23 - August 31, 2008
Museum of Discovery, 500 President Clinton Ave.
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"Breaking the Veils: Women Artists from the Islamic World" Exhibit
July 23 - September 14, 2008
Clinton Presidential Center, 1200 President Clinton Ave.
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“By the President in the Name of Congress: Arkansas Medal of Honor Recipients”
July 23 - December 31, 2008
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
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"A Circus Hitched to a Tornado: Arkansas Politics in the 20th Century" Exhibit
July 23, 2008 - October 25, 2009
Old State House Museum
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Sticky Fingerz presents Florez
July 24, 2008
107 S. Commerce
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The Village presents Underoath
July 24, 2008
3915 S. University Ave. (formally the Cinema 150)
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When Animals go Home
July 24, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Kingfisher Trail
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Discovering Rocks & Minerals
July 25, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Frog Call Hike
July 25, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Environmental Education Pond
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Home School Days
July 25, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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"Godspell" (Musical)
July 25 - 27, 2008
The Weekend Theater, 7th and Chester
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“I ate a BUG Club”
July 26, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Arkansas Twisters vs Texas
July 26, 2008
Alltel Arena
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Farmers' Market
July 26, 2008
River Market Pavilions
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Insect Bingo
July 26, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Kingfisher Trailhead
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Mighty Itchy Indeed!
July 26, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, picnic area
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Military History Genealogy Workshop
July 26, 2008
Main Library, Darragh Center
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POP! In The Park Concert
July 26, 2008
History pavilion, Riverfront Park
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Ruby Throats & Silver Bands
July 26, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Scope It Out!
July 26, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, picnic area
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Star Party
July 26, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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“I ate a BUG Club”
July 27, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Arkansas Snakes
July 27, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Dragonfly Hunt
July 27, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Quarry Pond
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Geology Hike
July 27, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center Conference Room
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Jewels of Pinnacle
July 27, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Twilight Hike
July 27, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Arkansas Arboretum
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Beaks, Feet, and Feathers
July 28, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center
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Sound Symphony
July 28, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Visitor Center Conference Room
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Farmers' Market
July 29, 2008
River Market Pavilions
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Murder at MacArthur Park
July 29, 2008
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
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Arkansas Travelers vs. Springfield Cardinals
July 29 - 31, 2008
Dickey-Stephens Park
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Parks

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.

Upcoming events at the Burns Park:
US Youth Soccer National Championships - July 22 - 27, 2008
2008 USTA National Championships - Southern Region - August 2 - 8, 2008

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.

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:
When Animals go Home - July 24, 2008
Discovering Rocks & Minerals - July 25, 2008
Home School Days - July 25, 2008
Frog Call Hike - July 25, 2008
Ruby Throats & Silver Bands - July 26, 2008
The Natural Lawn Mower - July 26, 2008
“I ate a BUG Club” - July 26, 2008
Insect Bingo - July 26, 2008
Mighty Itchy Indeed! - July 26, 2008
Scope It Out! - July 26, 2008
Star Party - July 26, 2008
Bug Be Gone - July 27, 2008
“I ate a BUG Club” - July 27, 2008
Jewels of Pinnacle - July 27, 2008
Dragonfly Hunt - July 27, 2008
Arkansas Snakes - July 27, 2008
Geology Hike - July 27, 2008
Twilight Hike - July 27, 2008
Honey Bees - July 28, 2008
Sound Symphony - July 28, 2008
Beaks, Feet, and Feathers - July 28, 2008
Dusk Hike - July 31, 2008
Fire Fighters' World - August 23, 2008
Bat Weekend - August 23 - 24, 2008
Star Party - September 6, 2008
Advanced Backpacking Workshop - September 7, 2008
Fall Fun Games - September 9, 2008
Pinnacle Mountain State Park Remembers - September 27, 2008
"Welcome Fall" Hayride - September 28, 2008
Fun Fall Hayride - October 4 - 5, 2008
Rendezvous and Fall Festival - October 18 - 19, 2008
Halloween Hike - October 31, 2008
Holiday Sale - November 28 - 30, 2008
Caroling in the Forest - December 13, 2008
Holiday Hayride and Campfire - December 27, 2008

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:
Movies in the Park presents "Wizard of Oz" - July 23, 2008
Willie Nelson and B.B. King in Concert - July 25, 2008
Rumble at the River - August 2, 2008
Paramore in Concert - August 5, 2008
Kenny Loggins in Concert - August 21, 2008
Bob Dylan and His Band in Concert - August 26, 2008
Black Top Boogie featuring Chuck Wicks, Luke Bryan, Ashton Shepherd & Julianne Hough - September 7, 2008

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.

LRCVB
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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