by Lisa Fischer You only thought your mother would have this conversation with you, didn’t you? Nope. Leave it to Bossy Lisa Fischer to tell you how to run your personal life. I come to you in love. I really do. Writing a proper thank you note is something the recipient will appreciate and some…
Get ready to rock and roll next week! The celebrated blues musician Buddy Guy will perform live at Reynolds Performance Hall at University of Central Arkansas in Conway, on Thursday, Sept. 20, at 7:30 p.m. Guy is an award-winning blues guitarist and singer who is the recipient of seven Grammy Awards, a record 37 Blues…
Calling all aspiring superstars! Are you the next Carrie Underwood? What about the next Kris Allen? If you said yes, you’re in luck! American Idol is coming to Little Rock tomorrow to find contestants for its upcoming season. American Idol is holding open call auditions Wednesday, Sept. 12 at the River Market in Little Rock from…
Have you heard the buzz about The Bee? This isn’t your ordinary spelling bee – it’s not for kids, either. It’s Arkansas’ adult-only, team spelling bee. Get ready for a fun night of competitive spelling and revelry! The Bee is set for Friday, Sept. 21, at 6:30 p.m., at the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub in…
Arkansas has lost one of its great artistic lights today. Arkansas Repertory Theatre founder Cliff Fannin Baker died Thursday morning at the age of 70 in New York City. On Aug. 27, Baker experienced an intracranial brain hemorrhage while in New York participating in a corporate workshop. Baker was admitted to Mt. Sinai Hospital for…
Sarah Woolf of Follow the Woolf has your guide to Arkansas’ music scene. This week, go see A Tribute to the Queen of Soul, Reckless Kelly, Johnny Mathis and more. Around Little Rock Wednesday 9/5 Jazz in the Park with TwiceSax/ Little Rock River Market – 400 President Clinton Ave. / 6-8 / Free One of Little Rock’s…
If you’re passionate about cars, you don’t want to miss the 48th Annual Eureka Springs Antique Automobile Festival this week! Featuring hot rods, muscle cars and other beautiful restored cars, this event is a must-see! The festival will be held in Eureka Springs from Friday, Sept. 7, to Saturday, Sept. 8. The Great Passion Play Grounds…
Need a fun, educational road trip this fall? Head over to Wilson to see its fantastic collection of Native American artifacts later this month! After being closed for almost a year, the Hampson Archeological Museum State Park is getting ready to unveil its newest facility later in September. Located in Wilson, the museum’s new building…
Check out what’s going on this weekend with AY’s very own publisher, Heather Baker! Thursday 30th Potterheads, get ready for a night of spell-casting, wand making, potions and butterbeer! Science is fun at any age, but who said you were too old to believe in magic? Head to the Museum of Discovery between 6 and…
Sarah Woolf of Follow the Woolf has your guide to Arkansas’ music scene. This week, go see Freddie McGregor, Ringo Starr, the Hot Springs Blues Fest and more. Around Little Rock Wednesday 8/29 Cordovas with DeFrance / Stickyz Rock n’ Roll Chicken Shack – 107 River Market Ave / 8:30 / $10 Cordovas is an Americana rock &…
