So yesterday while we were complaining about the loss of one hour’s sleep, the rest of the world was celebrating National Pi Day in honor of the mathematical constant, pi. (The whole 3.14 thingie that we never really understood what it meant or why we have it). But since it’s Recipe Monday, we must…
AY About You spoke with the Little Rock Zoo earlier this year, but we checked back in for updates on our favorite animals. Visitors get excited – new views and new activities are on the way. Two species are getting a remodel on their habitats, and this update will benefit the animals, guests and…
Let me tell you a story: A few weeks ago during that record-setting snow week, I faced many women’s worst nightmare. I am always on the move, staying busy, even when most of Arkansas took a break that week. I was on my way home when I got stuck at the entrance of my neighborhood.…
For the next several weeks, Northwest Arkansas is getting a cool new spot to grab a cocktail. The Oasis at Undercroft, tropical-themed pop-up bar, is opening up Friday, March 19 and will remain open through Friday, April 30. There’s not much time to try out this trendy new hot spot, so make sure to make…
Through all the challenges and uncertainties the pandemic brought one year ago this month, quarantine doubled as both a box from the outside world and freedom for introspection. Emily Letkiewicz used the seemingly endless months of quarantine to perfect skills, and she found a sense of peace along the way. “I started sewing when…
Even the daffodils have been affected by the pandemic. Kidding. But the winter snowstorm last month did make a damper on the traditional early blooms for the flower that reminds us it’s close to spring! The daffodil: we can talk about whether you call it a jonquil or narcissus but first, plan on making the…
University of Arkansas professor Dr. Jeffrey Murdock is the recipient of the 2021 Music Educator Award present by the Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum. The Music Educator Award recognizes current educators who have made a significant contribution to music education. Open to U.S. music teachers working in kindergarten through college (public or private), this…
Calling all country music fans! The Arkansas Country Music Awards has announced David Adam Byrnes and Maybe April as performers for the 2021 awards show. David Adam Byrnes and Maybe April will perform on Monday, June 7, 2021 at the Reynold Performance Hall on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas in Conway.…
For this week’s Thirsty Thursday, AY About You sits down with Amity Thomas, the public relations representative with Flying Saucer. Thomas explains how Flying Saucer got started. “In the mid 1990s, we realized there was a craft beer craze going on. We wanted to bring the best beers from all over the world to our…
Arvest Bank is becoming an official sponsor at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Mo. under a new 10-year agreement. Under the new agreement, Arvest Bank will be the “Official Sponsor of Family Fun” at Silver Dollar City Attractions, which includes the Silver Dollar City theme park, White Water water park, the Showboat Branson Belle…
