This week in North Little Rock (12.18.2023)
Things to do this week in North Little Rock (as of 12.18.23) *denotes FREE admission Full calendar of events: https://northlittlerock.org/events Thursday, December 21 Friday, December 22 Saturday, December 23 Sunday, December 24 Coming Up:
130 Acres Protected Within NWALT’s Boston Mountain Priority Area!
The Northwest Arkansas Land Trust (NWALT) is excited to announce a significant conservation easement with landowner Bob Breeze in southern Washington County. The 130-acre property, situated east of I-49 and adjacent to the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, is within NWALT’s Boston Mountain Wildlife Corridor priority area, a critical area for the movement of wildlife under I-49. The property features over 3,700 feet of stream […]
North Little Rock Restaurant Week kicks off January 22, 2024
The North Little Rock Tourism and the City of North Little Rock’s Economic Development will host North Little Rock Restaurant Week from January 22 – January 28, 2024, to support local restaurants. “Our goal is to encourage locals to show their love for North Little Rock restaurants and raise awareness about the emerging North Little Rock dining scene,” said Heather Kouns, North […]
This week in North Little Rock (12.11.2023)
Full calendar of events: https://northlittlerock.org/events Thursday, December 14 Friday, December 15 Saturday, December 16 Sunday, December 17 Coming Up:
Arkansas featured in cinematic culinary adventure
Arkansas chefs and restaurants will be in the national spotlight during a new cinematic experience that aims to help people discover culinary artisans of the South on Dec. 7 in New York. “A Southern Night at the Cinema” features bite-sized stories that offer unique insights into the world of Southern chefs. The stories invite filmgoers […]
‘Tis the season for the Arkansas Trail of Holiday Lights
A statewide celebration of the holiday season, the Arkansas Trail of Holiday Lights, continues now through the end of the year. Towns across The Natural State are taking part with events and activities. Displays in many locations will be lit into the new year. Hit the road and spend time with friends and family while […]
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center celebrates grand reopening
A new exhibit five years in the making is set to be unveiled at the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center in Little Rock during a grand reopening celebration weekend starting Dec. 1. “This update to the museum’s permanent gallery represents a new chapter in the story of the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center and its mission to preserve […]
Service men’s quilt displayed at Cleveland County Courthouse in Rison
A piece of local history tied to World War II is slated to be put on permanent display inside the Cleveland County Courthouse at Rison. The item is a 8.16 by 9.41 foot “Service Men’s Quilt” made in 1944 by the Cleveland County Home Demonstration Clubs. The quilt features the names of local people that served […]
The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission celebrates 50 years
The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission, ANHC, has been tasked with a large role: protecting prime tracts of land that best represent Arkansas’ natural landscape dating back to the early 1800s. This is done through their System of Natural Areas. These lands are specifically managed to preserve and restore habitat that reflects the state’s natural heritage […]
Arkansas artist Susan Holley Williams debuts John H. Johnson sculpture at Delta Heritage Trail State Park
Nov. 1 marks the opening of the John H. Johnson Commemorative Plaza at the southern end of Delta Heritage Trail State Park in Arkansas City. A bronze sculpture of Johnson has been created for the plaza as a tribute to his legacy. It will be unveiled during a dedication ceremony for the plaza. John H. […]
