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It’s time for fall fever! The weather is cooling down in Arkansas, and there are tons of fun events and activities to take part in now that you won’t melt from going outside.
No matter what your interest, there is something bound to entertain and delight you during the fall. Enjoy autumn festivals, hay rides, spooky tours and more this season.
Times and dates subject to change. Please check each individual event’s link.
October 18-27, 2019
WHAT: The Wizard of OZ
WHERE: Wildwood Park for the Arts, 20919 Denny Road Little Rock
TIMES:
October 18 – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
October 19 – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
October 20 – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
October 25 – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
October 26 – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
October 27 – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
DETAILS: In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the film’s release, Praeclara and Wildwood Park are proud to present The Wizard of Oz in the Lucy Lockett Cabe Festival Theatre. The cast features nearly 60 actors, with both adult professionals and young artists alternating performances in the main roles, making this production one of the largest in central Arkansas. The Wizard of Oz is in production for six performances over two weekends, October 18 – 20 and October 25 – 27.
www.facebook.com/events/419429538776638
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October 25-November 1, 2019
WHAT: Boo at the Zoo 2019
WHERE: Little Rock Zoo, 1 Zoo Drive, Little Rock
TIMES:
October 25 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
October 26 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
October 27 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
October 28 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
October 29 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
October 30 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
October 31 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
November 1 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
DETAILS: We’ve been doing this for 28 years, and this year we have better candy, better events, and better Boo for you! Join us for Little Rock’s most loved Halloween tradition—costume contests, candy stations, family activities, and a beer garden for adults.
It will be spooky fun for everyone. So come, enjoy the traditional Boo activities as well as new ones… come love the Zoo, and come love Boo at the Zoo!
Member Presale Ticket Price $8.00
Non-Member Presale Ticket Price $10.00
Regular Gate Admission Ticket Price for Members $13.00
Regular Gate Admission Ticket Non-Members $15.00
Proceeds from ticket sales for Boo at the Zoo benefit the Little Rock Zoo. Thank you for your support! Get your tickets here.
www.facebook.com/events/490995501728615
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October 25, 2019
WHAT: BOOtique Crawl
WHERE: Beebe
TIME: 6 PM to 9 PM
DETAILS: Join Hometown Dreamer Marketplace, The Llooney Llama, Merle Norman and A Perfect Bloom as we host the first annual BOOtique Crawl.
How it works:
Start at any location on the “Hit” List where you will be given a stamp card for the evening. As you shop and enjoy the night, you will receive a stamp from each boutique. At your final destination, drop off your fully stamped carder the chance to win one of many great prizes!
www.facebook.com/events/918221991903956
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October 26, October 27, November 2, November 3, 2019
WHAT: Magic Screams
WHERE: Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
TIMES:
October 26, Noon to 11 PM
October 27, Noon to 9 PM
November 2, Noon to 11 PM
November 3, Noon to 9 PM
DETAILS: Join us for Family FUN by Day & FRIGHT by Night at Magic Screams. To learn more and buy discounted admission visit MagicSprings.com
www.facebook.com/events/992456661092891
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October 29 30, 31, 2019
WHAT: Wickedly Good Halloween Cocktails at Petit & Keet
WHERE: Petit & Keet, 1620 Market Street, Little Rock
TIMES:
October 29: 4 PM to 10 PM
October 30: 4 PM to 10 PM
October 31: 4 PM to 10 PM
DETAILS: Join us October 25th-31st for some WICKEDLY GOOD HALLOWEEN – THEMED COCKTAILS.
Other Events:
Pumpkin Carving Contest- Petit & Keet Brunch
10/27, 1pm-3pm
$100 Gift Card for Best Pumpkin Carving. Limited pumpkins**
Halloween 10/31
Stop by to enter our costume contest!
$100 gift card for Best Overall & $100 gift card for Most Unique
www.facebook.com/events/482384849156688
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October 29, 2019
WHAT: Devilish Delights
WHERE: 4106 JFK Boulevard, North Little Rock
TIME: 7 PM
DETAILS: A free program of spooktacular classical and contemporary music in a nod to the netherworld, played by pianist Julie Cheek and violinist Meredith Maddox Hicks. You are welcome to come in costume and join us for Halloween treats in the parish hall after the concert. PLEASE NOTE: The program has been revised since the original notice was posted.
www.stlukeepiscopal.org
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: Halloween Happenings
WHERE: Outlets of Little Rock
TIME: 5 PM to 7 PM
DETAILS: Free and open to the public. Outlets of Little Rock (OutletsofLittleRock.com) presents Halloween Happenings on Thursday, October 31st from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Families can visit the Outlets of Little Rock Food Pavilion to receive a FREE trick-or-treat bag and goodies. Costumed children (ages 12 and under please) can look for the ‘Trick or Treat Here’ door decal at participating stores to fill their bags with treats. The event is free and open to the public. (While supplies last. First come, first served.)
Participating children are asked to bring a canned food donation for The Salvation Army. Items needed include canned meat, canned fruit & veggies and ready-to-eat meals such as macaroni & cheese, tuna, Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, peanut butter, soups and raviolis.
“Outlets of Little Rock invites area families to come enjoy Halloween in a safe, fun environment,” says Teresa Deen, General Manager, “And we are especially pleased to have our trick-or-treaters participate in our Canned Food drive to help stock the Salvation Army’s food pantry,” she states.
www.facebook.com/events/2688311691212838
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: Halloween Party
WHERE: Willy D’s Little Rock, 322 President Clinton Avenue, Little Rock
TIME: 7 PM to 2 AM
DETAILS: For a SPOOKY good dueling piano show, drink specials, a BIG costume contest plus $500 cash and prizes, make plans to attend our HALLOWEEN PARTY October 31st.
Call for reservations 501.244.9550. Tables are filling up fast and you do not want to miss the scariest event of the year!
www.facebook.com/events/1218971191643957
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: 1st Annual Halloween BooBash Trunk or Treat
WHERE: Rock City Harley-Davidson, 400 Gateway Grove Loop, Little Rock
TIME: 5 PM to 8 PM
DETAILS: Join the RCHD family for our 1st Annual Halloween BooBash Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 31st from 5pm to 8pm. Hosted with Arkansas State MOPARS, there will plenty of fancy rides to check out as well! Safe environment for the kids with over 30 trunks full of goodies. Kids games including bobbing for apples and of course a smores fire pit. Funnel cakes, concessions and more courtesy of L&M Concessions. This event is open to everyone so decorate your spooky trunk and come on out! RCHD will present trophies to the best decorated vehicle and the runner-up. Happy Hallowen!
www.facebook.com/events/391549035079395
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: KidsFest
WHERE: Hughes Community Center, 1000 E Parkway Drive, Russellville
TIME: 5 PM to 8 PM
DETAILS: Annual FREE event for kids with games and candy. Hosted by the City of Russellville’s Recreation and Parks Department.
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Hughes Community Center
www.facebook.com/events/2423341751270413
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: Boo with a Badge 2019
WHERE: Hot Springs Fire Department, 310 Broadway Street, Hot Springs
TIME: 5 PM to 8 PM
DETAILS: Join the Hot Springs Fire Department for their annual Boo with a Badge on October 31st from 5:00pm to 8:00pm!
Join over 10 different Garland County First Responders to hand out candy and other goodies. Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is even bringing their fish tank!
They will have their Holly’s Haunted Hallway and it is all free!
Come have a safe and fun night!
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: Fright in the Heights
WHERE: In the Heights LR, Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock
TIME: 10 AM to 7 PM
DETAILS: Put the kiddos in their costumes and Trick-or-Treat your way through the local businesses in your favorite neighborhood! This is an all day event.
www.facebook.com/events/383433329233579
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: Glow On The Row: Trick-or-Treating & Harvest Festival
WHERE: Historic Downtown Hot Springs
TIME: 5 PM to 8 PM
DETAILS: Join them October 31st for the annual “Glow On The Row” Trick-or-Treating & Harvest Festival along Bathhouse Row in Downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Crawl your way down blocks of their spooky Historic District and collect fistfuls of free candy and treats from your local brick & mortar businesses!
They will be giving away:
• 18,000 Glow Sticks
• 4,000lbs of Candy
• 4,000 free mini cupcakes from Fat Bottomed Girl’s Cupcakes
and over 2,000 mini toys for Trick-or-Treaters of all ages! All for free!
Put on your best costume and join us for a night of fun!
(Allllllll goodies MUST be given out by the end of the night! Rain or Shine! You won’t want to miss out!)
Want to set up a booth for your Business or Organization at the festival?
Email at [email protected]
Hosted by: Fat Bottomed Girl’s Cupcakes and Downtown Association of Hot Springs
www.facebook.com/events/2362326340519796
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October 31, 2019
WHAT: Halloween Monster Mash Party
WHERE: Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, Hot Springs
TIME: 4 PM to 10 PM
DETAILS: Join us Thursday, Oct 31 for our Halloween Monster Mash Party from 4-9 pm! Bring your most ghoulish disguise to parade your way through our $1,500 free play costume contest. There will also be Scary-Oke, Spooky Trivia, a $4.99 dinner, and you can even meet Heavyweight World Armwrestling Champion “MONSTER” Michael Todd! #oaklawncasino
For more details visit http://bit.ly/oaklawnhalloween
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November 2, 2019
WHAT: Trust Tree Presents: Rockin’ In The Garden 2019
WHERE: The Bernice Garden, 1401 Main St Little Rock AR 72202
TIME: 4 PM to 7 PM
DETAILS: We are so excited to announce Trust Tree’s 2nd Annual Fall Fundraiser and Community Event: Rockin’ in the Garden! RITG is an afternoon of family-friendly fun in the beautiful Bernice Garden to raise money for supplies and equipment for our music and art camps for girls! Donations will also help to fund scholarships and financial assistance for our awesome campers! Admission is free, donations are appreciated! Event is RAIN OR SHINE! Halloween costumes encouraged if you’re still in the holiday spirit! Raffle Prize: a super cute pumpkin colored Ukulele and “starter kit” (tuner, strap, picks etc.) Performances by: Trust Tree Campers Victory Divine, Sadie Evans, & Catherine WellsBetter Get Your Britches (Brittani Campbell Evans & Hope F.) Waco Kids (SB Stricklin, Ryan Hitt, Justin Sharp) Activities for kids and grown-ups, including: Museum of Discovery’s Tinkering Studio Photo Booth Face PaintingZine Makin’Vinyl Record Painting and more crafty fun! Seasonal snacks, refreshments! Beer sponsored by Lost 40! Come join us in the Trust Tree!
www.facebook.com/events/1146274332227942
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November 3, 2019
WHAT: Hillcrest Pumpkin Roll
WHERE: Midland Street, Little Rock
TIME: 2 PM
DETAILS: Grab your pumpkins and get your roll on at this year’s annual Hillcrest Pumpkin Roll! To participate, bring your leftover Halloween pumpkin and entry fee ($10 per pumpkin). Then roll your pumpkin down Hill Road for an epic mess and a great time! There will be prizes for top distance rollers in adult and children flights. All proceeds benefit the Camp Aldersgate Foundation. The Camp Aldersgate Foundation supports Camp’s mission: to create life-changing experiences for individuals with special needs, enabling them to expand their worlds and express their unique voices. The event is free for spectators, so bring your lawn chairs! PLEASE NOTE: This event will be open until the last pumpkin rolls!
www.facebook.com/events/389935505294228
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November 5, 2019
WHAT: Buffalo Brewing Company
WHERE: 5622 R Street, Little Rock
TIME: 5:30 PM
DETAILS: Red Shoe Crew Night with a percentage of sales donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities
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November 8-9, 2019
WHAT: Ballet Arkansas’ Debut!
WHERE: Argenta Community Theater, 405 Main Street, North Little Rock
TIME: 8 PM
DETAILS: Debut highlights the choreographic abilities of the professional dancers of Ballet Arkansas. Company dancers who possess an exceptional talent for choreography will create an innovative contemporary world-premiere work. Attendees are invited to compare and contrast the works, and observe the creative process of each choreographer through a series of performances and special events. 2 nights only! Friday, November 8th and Saturday, November 9th at 8:00 pm. Argenta Community Theater. Advanced Tickets ($25) on sale now! $2.00 online ticket processing fee.
www.facebook.com/events/417802558951374
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November 9-10, 2019
WHAT: Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market
WHERE: Conway Expo Center, 2505 East Oak Street, Conway
TIMES:
November 9, 9 AM to 5 PM
November 10, Noon to 5 PM
DETAILS: The Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market, brought to you by Ashley’s Finds, LLC, will take place November 9-10 inside the Conway Expo Center located at 2505 E. Oak St. in Conway, Arkansas. Bella Rustina is locally owned out of Maumelle and is the largest vintage market in central Arkansas.
Exhibitors representing multiple states will fill 200+ booths with everything from vintage to handmade creations to vintage-inspired décor.
On top of being a great shopping experience, Bella Rustina will also have food trucks and many indoor food choices like handmade fried pies, roasted candy and nuts, kettle corn, and more!
The vintage market will be open Saturday, November 9, from 9:00AM – 5:00PM, and Sunday, November 10, from 12:00PM – 5:00PM. Admission for the Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market is $5 Saturday and Sunday for each adult. Admission is free for children 12 and under. Admission is good for re-entry all weekend and parking is free.
www.facebook.com/events/709436796134907
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November 9, 2019
WHAT: Reignin’ Cats ‘N Dogs, Y’all!
WHERE: Next Level Events, 1400 West Markham Street, Little Rock in the Historic Union Train Station
TIME: 7 PM to 11 PM
DETAILS: The Humane Society of Pulaski County is happy to announce its largest event, Reigning Cats and Dogs, will be celebrating its 28th year on November 9th. With the Western theme, guests are encouraged to wear their favorite Western wear. This year’s Master of Ceremonies will be KATV’s Renee Shapiro. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, musical entertainment by Champagne 6, and silent and live auctions featuring hundreds of items. Attendees will also be treated to a visit by some of the shelter’s amazing adoptable pets looking to find homes. Tickets may be purchased on Eventbrite.com. Auction donations may be made at warmhearts.org/reigning.Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Pulaski County.
www.facebook.com/events/2408101002792693
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November 9, 2019
WHAT: Offstage with The Weekend Theater
WHERE: Unitarian Universalist Church 1818 Reservoir Rd, Little Rock, Arkansas 72227
TIME: 7 PM to 10 PM
DETAILS: Join us for The Weekend Theater’s inaugural Offstage with TWT Celebration to support live art. Enjoy an evening of mystique, mystery and magic, complete with hors d’oeuvres, libations, entertainment, dancing and a fabulous silent auction.Costumes are encouraged but not required. Prizes for best costumes.Tickets are $30 in advance or $40 at the door with proceeds benefitting The Weekend Theater. For more information, email Bobby Conway at [email protected].
www.facebook.com/events/386451885363032
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November 12-16, 2019
WHAT: Union Pacific Big Boy steam locomotive No. 4014
WHERE: Various stops across Arkansas. See link below for exact times and dates.
TIMES: Times vary. See link below for exact times and locations
DETAILS: For the final time this year, the Big Boy No. 4014 will ride the rails on the Union Pacific system, taking it through Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah and Wyoming. Unless otherwise noted on the schedule, all stops are “viewing only” locations.
https://www.up.com/heritage/steam/schedule/index.htm
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November 16, 2019
WHAT: Dunbar Buzzzar – Craft Market Party
WHERE: Dunbar Garden, 1720 S. Chester, Little Rock
TIME: 10 AM to 4 PM
DETAILS: Craft market! Succulent Sale! Food truck! Beverages and S’mores for donations! Accepting applications for vendors. http://bit.ly/bazaarvendor
www.facebook.com/events/1051866681688868
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November 16, 2019
WHAT: Roberts World Fest
WHERE: 16601 Lamarche Drive, Little Rock
TIME: 11 AM to 2 PM
DETAILS: Roberts Worlds Fest is a free-to-attend event that celebrates the rich diversity of Don Roberts Elementary students and their families. Roberts students and their families come from over 20 different countries! Enjoy international food from area ethnic restaurants, educational booths with fun activities for the kids, and performances by international dancers, singers, and musicians. Come in your own national costume or try a few outfits from different countries at our free professional photo booth.The Little Rock Zoo will be there with a Cockatoo, Parrot, Ball Python, opossum, American Kestrel and an owl. Everyone is invited – this event is open to the community so bring your friends and neighbors!
www.facebook.com/events/2452117428364656
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November 16, 2019
WHAT: Jazz at the Springs
WHERE: 28 Springs Restaurant 100 E. University St. Siloam Springs, AR
TIME: 7 PM
DETAILS: The Siloam Springs Center for the Arts is excited to announce Jazz at the Springs, a fundraiser for upcoming SSCA programs. The event will take place on Saturday evening, November 16th, in the banquet room at 28 Springs Restaurant in Siloam Springs, and will feature the Burson-Harris Jazz Quartet.
The Burson-Harris Quartet is co-led by pianist Claudia Burson and guitarist Ben Harris. Both native Arkansans, Burson and Harris have built a sound that draws equally from the language of traditional jazz and the blues of the Arkansas-Mississippi delta. With a repertoire ranging from hard swinging toe-tappers to smooth and sultry ballads, this group takes listeners on a journey of melodies and grooves. Filling out the quartet will be Claudia’s long-time drummer Steve Wilkes, and bassist Kyth Trantham.
Doors will open at 6:30, with dinner, dancing and music at 7:00 pm. A cocktail hour will follow the event from 9-10 pm. Chef Kurt Plankenhorn is planning a jazz-inspired menu.
Tickets for the event will be available beginning October 15th at www.ssartcenter.org. Seating will be limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jazz-at-the-springs-fundraiser-tickets-77285901211?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=escb&utm-source=cp&utm-term=eventcard
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November 19, 2019
WHAT: Home for the Holidays Fashion Show by Barbara/Jean
WHERE: 111 West Markham Street, Little Rock
TIME: 5:30 PM
DETAILS: A sell out event from 2018 is back for the 2019 holidays! Tickets are $35 for this limited seating event(75 max), including a signature cocktail.
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November 22, 2019
WHAT: Whoa Dakota at Stickyz in Little Rock
WHERE: Stickyz Rock N’ Roll Chicken Shack, 107 River Market Ave, Little Rock
TIME: 9 PM to 11:59 PM
DETAILS: What does it sound like when the daughter of a champion bull rider makes pop music? “[Whoa Dakota] plays with Americana, soul and pure electronic-pop sounds to great effect.” Nashville-native and Little Rock-raised Whoa Dakota was recognized as 2018’s Best Pop Artist by the Nashville Scene. Designated by NPR as one of the most “dazzlingly eclectic music makers in Nashville’s indie pop scene,” Whoa Dakota explores complex social and psychological situations woven through jangly guitars and danceable grooves. Whoa Dakota (Nashville, TN) – http://whoadakota.com/w/special guests TBA Doors 7:30pm
www.facebook.com/events/549520222467963
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November 24, 2019
WHAT: Fall Centerpiece Workshop with Chris Norwood
WHERE: Tipton & Hurst Florist – Heights, 1801 N Grant Street, Little Rock
TIME: 3 PM to 5 PM
DETAILS: Join us on November 24th from 3-5 pm at Tipton & Hurst in the Heights for a hands-on workshop with Chris Norwood as he teaches us how to create the perfect Fall Centerpiece! The cost is $75 per person and all supplies are included.
www.facebook.com/events/481315412455692
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November 28, 2019
WHAT: Thanksgiving at Harbor
WHERE: Mountain Harbor Resort and Spa, 994 Mountain Harbor Road, Mount Ida
TIMES:
11 AM to 12:30 PM First Seating
12:45 PM to 2:15 PM Second Seating
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Third Seating
DETAILS: Our unforgettable Thanksgiving Holiday Buffet is a time honored event with all your holiday favorites in a beautiful seasonal setting. This event is reservations only and this lavish buffet boasts both Smoked and Traditional Turkeys, Hams, Dressing, Vegetables and Casseroles, soup and salad bar, fruit and cheese display, home baked breads and a fantastic dessert buffet.
Make your reservations early – this is always a sold out event! Call 870-867-2191 and ask for Ashley or Pati. Check out our Events Page for pricing details!
https://www.mountainharborresort.com/events/event/3/
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November 28, 2019
WHAT: Thanksgiving Buffet
WHERE: 111 West Markham Street, Little Rock
TIME: 11 AM – 3 PM
DETAILS: Join The Capital Hotel on Thanksgiving Day and enjoy a beautiful meal on the mezzanine of the hotel. Please contact Judy at (501)370-7068 to inquire about a reservation today!
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December 5, 2019
WHAT: Jan Brett Fall 2019 Tour at Barnes & Noble Little Rock
WHERE: Barnes & Noble Little Rock, 11500 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock
TIME: 5 PM to 7 PM
DETAILS: Come meet #1 bestselling and beloved children’s author/ illustrator Jan Brett. She will do a tiger drawing demonstration and talk about her research trip to India followed by a signing of her latest book, “The Tale of the Tiger Slippers”
www.facebook.com/events/422598235022736
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