Stay “in the know” about all the great events going on around Arkansas. AY’s Publisher, Heather Baker, will tell you what the hot spots are this weekend.
Tuesday, March 5 – Sunday, June 30
What: Blue Porcelain
Where: Arkansas Arts Center
When: Tuesdays – Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Adrian Quintanar, Arkansas Arts Center Resident Artist, explores beauty and color without neglecting form and craftsmanship in his new body of work, Blue Porcelain. His work showcases forms of daily life including: viewing vases of flowers, waking up to have coffee and a cool nightcap on a summer evening. Admission is free.
Friday, May 17 – Saturday, June 22
What: Heavy Metal: Arkansas Women to Watch 2019
Where: Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
When: Open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Heavy Metal: Arkansas Women to Watch 2019 continues this week at the Art & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff. This exhibit showcases the work of artists Amanda Heinbockel, Holly Laws, Michele Fox, and Robyn Horn and is sponsored by the Arkansas Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Book a tour and see this local attraction!
Thursday, May 23 – Saturday, May 25
What: Special Olympics Arkansas Summer Games
Where: Harding University
When: Thurs: 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Fri: 6 a.m. – 7:45 p.m., Sat: 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
The Special Olympics Summer Games is at Harding University’s campus this weekend! 2,000 athletes from all over the state will compete in powerlifting, team softball, flag football, swimming, bocce and athletics and will showcase weeks of preparation and dedication from everyone taking part. If you would like to attend, sponsor or volunteer, visit http://www.specialolympicsarkansas.org/summer-games.html
Thursday, May 23
What: Paint Your Own Piece Workshop
Where: Painted Tree Marketplace – West Little Rock
When: 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The Painted Tree is hosting a Paint Your Own Piece Workshop this Saturday in West Little Rock! Bring a small piece like a basket, a small shelf or a frame to paint with the signature Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan. The workshop will guide participants through the process and techniques of painting, distressing and waxing. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Tickets are $49. Get your tickets here.
Thursday, May 23 – Sunday, May 26
What: Arkansas Travelers vs Springfield Cardinals
Where: Dickey-Stephens Park
When: Thurs: 7:10 p.m., Fri: 7:10 p.m., Sat: 6:10 p.m., Sun: 2:10 p.m.
The Arkansas Travelers are playing a four game series this weekend against the Springfield Cardinals starting Thursday night at 7:10 p.m. with their final game starting at 2:10 p.m. on Sunday. Bark at the Ballpark will be Thursday night, Friday and Sunday kids can run the bases and Saturday they will have Team Card Set Giveaway. Get your tickets here.
Friday, May 24
What: DELTA Catfish Friday
Where: Cathead’s Diner
When: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Come by Cathead’s Diner this weekend for $25 all you can eat catfish straight from the delta! This includes fried okra, cheese grits, hush puppies, roasted veggies and more. Rum punch will also be available for $5 and beer buckets are available for $10. House made pie will be offered for dessert!
Friday, May 24 – Sunday, May 26
What: The Sound of Music (Touring)
Where: Robinson Center
When: Fri: 7:30 p.m., Sat: 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., Sun: 2 p.m.
The hills are alive at the Robinson Center this weekend! Join Maria and the von Trapp family as they bring this timeless classic to Little Rock with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award-winning score that features songs like My Favorite Things, Edelweiss and Climb Every Mountain. Ticket prices start at $33. Get your tickets here.
Saturday, May 25
What: Global Gateway at Heifer Ranch
Where: Heifer Ranch
When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Heifer is hosting their experimental program Global Gateway this weekend at Heifer Ranch. This experience is designed to create a microcosm of places in the world demonstrating everyday challenges people face. There are sites representing Thailand, Zambia, Guatemala and the Appalachian Region of the USA. Click here to book your experience
Saturday, May 25
What: Africa Day Fest
Where: South Main Street – Downtown Little Rock
When: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The third annual Africa Day Fest is the weekend in Downtown Little Rock. This family-friendly festival’s purpose is to celebrate African arts and culture with music, a fashion show, food, kids activities and performances. Admission is festival free.
Saturday, May 25
What: The Rail Yard Memorial Day Party
Where: The Rail Yard LR
When: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
There’s a food truck party this weekend at the Rail Yard! Come out for Memorial Day fun with a great variety of food, wine, craft beer and cocktails. Food trucks will include: Count Porkula, Say Cheese Food Truck, The Rock- Brick Oven Pizza, A Little Crepesy and Joyful Baking Co. Admission is $3 at the door. Live music will be provided by several different artists including Michelle Levy, Sarah Hastings, Leta Joyner, Dadbod and the Buh Jones Band.
Saturday, May 25
What: Attracting Hummingbirds – Family Program
Where: Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center
When: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Come out to the Central Arkansas Nature Center this Saturday for a hummingbird filled afternoon as the guides discuss what plants and feeders the little guys are attracted to. This kid friendly program will teach you ways to bring the swift beauties into your backyard! The program qualifies for the beginner Watchable Wildlife patch for the Outdoor skills program.
Saturday, May 25
What: National Wine Day at Petit & Keet
Where: Petit & Keet
When: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Celebrate National Wine Day at Petit & Keet this Saturday from 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. The restaurant will be serving 5 obscure wines that their inhouse certified sommelier, Susie Long, has selected for this special night.
Sunday, May 26
What: BG Farmers’ Market 2019
Where: The Bernice Garden
When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Come out to Bernice Garden this Sunday and every Sunday this Summer from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for their weekly farmers’ market. This event will feature Geek Eats, Stones Throw Brewing, Barnhill Orchards, Sardis Gardens, Wye Mountain Mushroom Farm and
Sweet & Savage Soap.
Sunday, May 26
What: Memorial Day Fireworks
Where: Lake Hamilton
When: 8 p.m. – 9 p.m. (at dark)
Head over to Lake Hamilton this Sunday to see the annual Memorial Day Fireworks show! This free show will begin at dark and the fireworks will be synced with the music on radio station 97.5 FM US97 Country. Tune in on your dial and enjoy the show!
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