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.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Panel Discussion with The Rep: Ann
Where: Clinton School of Public Service
When: 12-1 p.m.
Elizabeth Ashley, a Tony Award-winner, will be portraying Ann Richards in the play Ann. The Clinton School will present a free panel discussion on the show and Richards. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Rebel Kettle Tap Takeover
Where: Bark Bar
When: 5:30 p.m.
This Thursday, Rebel Kettle is taking over at Bark Bar. Bring your pup and get ready to taste some Whole Lotta Rosé, Moon Tower Cream Stout, Working Glass Hero, or Easy Roller IPA. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Classic French Macarons
Where: UA-Pulaski Tech Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute
When: 5:30 p.m.
After this class, you’ll be whipping up French macarons like a pro. Chef Chocla Lea will guide you through the process from meringue making to piping. The class is $65. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Beginner Trout Fishing Clinic
Where Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center
When: 6-7:30 p.m.
This free class will teach you the basics of catching trout. The next day, you can put your skills to the test in a trout fishing derby. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: 47th Winter Banquet
Where: Bryant Junior High School
When: 6-8 p.m.
During the 47th banquet, guests can enjoy a night of networking, food and entertainment. There will be dazzling acts performed by Arkansas Circus Arts. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Cake Petits Fours Class – SOLD OUT
Where: Arts Is In Bakery Supply
When: 6-8 p.m.
You might know how to make a petit four, but this is a special occasion. This class will focus on make almond petit fours. The class is $65. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: A Roaring Twenties Science After Dark
Where: Museum of Discovery
When: 6-9 p.m.
This month’s Science After Dark has a Roaring Twenties theme.
The event will combine science and history to explore the technologies and inventions of the 1920s.
You can learn the Charleston and other dance moves, see area homes built in the 1920s, and participate in a 1920s costume contest.
The Museum of Discovery holds “Science After Dark” every last Thursday of the month.
Admission is $5 or free for museum members.
There will be food and cocktails available.
Must be 21 years or up.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Winston Churchill: The Blitz
Where: CALS Ron Robinson Theater
When: 6-9 p.m.
Immerse yourself in 1940s London during the Blitz in this special performance. Actor Randy Otto will bring British Prime Minister Winston Churchill to life as he works to safe his nation during the Nazi bombing campaign. Tickets are $30. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: Christian Bale Movie Night
Where: The Preserved Moose
When: 7 p.m.
Academy Award winner Christian Bale is being honored with a movie night at the Preserved Moose. There will be a selection of his films, including the Dark Knight trilogy, American Psycho, The Prestige and American Hustle, available to vote on. Find out more here.
Thursday, Jan. 30
What: The Minks and the Chrome Pony
Where: The White Water Tavern
When: 8-11 p.m.
The famous White Water Tavern is hosting two special bands this Thursday – The Minks and Chrome Pony. Tickets are $10. Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: Stone’s Throw Tap Takeover
Where: Rock Town Distillery
When: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Love beer? Love spirits? This Friday, you can find both at Rock Town Distillery, which is hosting a Stone’s Throw Tap Takeover. In addition, Rock Town has created several specialty cocktails featuring both Rock Town whiskies and Stone’s Throw beer. All beer and cocktails will be $6. Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: Lost Forty Pizza Party
Where: Colonial Wine & Spirits
When: 4 p.m.
There’s no party like a pizza party! Get your fill of Lost Forty craft beer and brick-oven style pizza. Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: Food Truck Friday – Tacos Godoy
Where: Stone’s Throw Brewing (Stifft Station)
When: 5-9 p.m.
Every Friday, a food truck sets up in Stifft Station. This week, Tacos Godoy is bringing it authentic Mexican cuisine to the neighborhood. Don’t miss it! Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: Glenn Adamson Lecture
Where: UA Little Rock Department of Art and Design
When: 6 p.m.
Glenn Adamson, a senior scholar at the Yale Center for British Art, will be delivering a lecture on contemporary British studio ceramics. His lecture will focus on the exhibition “Things of Beauty Growing: British Studio Pottery.” Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: Harlem Globetrotters
Where: Simmons Bank Arena
When: 7 p.m.
The Harlem Globetrotters have been wowing audiences for decades. They’ll be demonstrating their extraordinary athletic abilities at the Simmons Bank Arena this weekend. Tickets are $27 to $132. Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: John Nemeth concert
Where: White Water Tavern
When: 9 p.m.
John Németh is bringing his backing band, The Blue Dreamers, with him for what promises to be a stand-out show. This Memphis performer is a world-class bluesman. Tickets are $10. Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: Whiskey Rambers
Where: Dugan’s Pub
When: 9 p.m.
The Whiskey Ramblers are assembling at Dugan’s for a rowdy show! Find out more here.
Friday, Jan. 31
What: The Stolen Faces concert
Where: Four Quarter Bar
When: 10 p.m.
The Stolen Faces are conjuring the dead this Friday. The Grateful Dead, that is. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Farm Stand Opening
Where: St. Joseph Center of Arkansas
When: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Make it an early morning this Saturday and head over to the St. Joseph Center. The farm stand will be opening, offering local produce, artisan products and even furniture. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Trout Day Fishing Derby
Where: MacArthur Park Pond
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy some quality time fishing for trout this weekend.
Everyone 16 years and older must have a valid AGFC fishing license and trout stamp.
A fishing license is $10.50 and a trout permit is $10 for Arkansas residents.
Children under the age of 16 fish for free.
Don’t forget to bring your own bait and tackle.
Did you know? Trout are not native to Arkansas. Trout were introduced to Arkansas after U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dams were built, which increased cold-water discharge into rivers, wiping out smallmouth bass fisheries. The government introduced trout, which can handle lower temperatures.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Princess Tea Party
Where: BoBrook Farms
When: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Does your little one want to feel like a princess? Dress up as your favorite princess and enjoy music, dancing, face painting, snacks and more. Adults won’t be left out – there will be mimosas, as well! Tickets are $25 for the first child and $20 for any additional kids. Adult tickets are $10. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Designing with Perennials
Where: River Valley Horticultural Products
When: 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Aaron Wright will be leading a class on designing with perennials in preparation for spring. Originally from Oxford, England, Wright is now a landscape contractor in Hot Springs. There will be snacks, door prizes and more. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Vinyl Brunch with Delta Biscuit Co.
Where: Stone’s Throw Brewing (Stifft Station)
When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Stone’s Throw will be spinning records as you enjoy some delicious grub from Delta Biscuit Co. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Groundhog Day – More Winter on the Way?
Where: Witt Stephens Central Arkansas Nature Center
When: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
How many more weeks of winter will there be? Only the groundhog can tell. The Central Arkansas Nature Center will have a special program on groundhogs and other Arkansas wildlife this weekend. You can earn your beginner Outdoor Skills Watchable Wildlife patch from this program. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: First Farm to Table Dinner of 2020
Where: The Bramble Market
When: 7-10 p.m.
The Bramble Market is gearing up for its first farm to table dinner of 2020. This weekend, there will be live music by Sarah Cecil. Tickets are $35. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Riffs at Stifft – Brian Nahlen with Pop Pop & Yum Yam
Where: Stone’s Throw Brewing (Stifft Station)
When: 7 p.m.
Brian Nahlen will be the featured performer at Riffs at Stifft this weekend. Most recently, he released an album “Hiding Behind Blue Skies” in 2019. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Sean Michel with Stephen Neeper & The Wild Hearts
Where: Stickyz Rock & Roll Chicken Shack
When: 8:30 p.m.
Stickyz is bringing a murderers’ row of musicians to the stage on Saturday. Sean Michel will be performing alongside Stephen Neeper & The Wild Hearts in a rocking show. Tickets are $10. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: Tim Easton concert
Where: White Water Tavern
When: 8:30 p.m.
Tim Easton is making his return to the White Water Tavern. The singer-songwriter has released five solo albums and published 100 original songs. Tickets are $10. Find out more here.
Saturday, Feb. 1
What: A Tribute to Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire
Where: Revolution Music Room
When: 9 p.m.
Drummerboyinfinity is paying tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire’s Maurice White as only they can. Tickets are $15. Find out more here.
Sunday, Feb. 2
What: Super Bowl Party
Where: The Rail Yard
When: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
The San Francisco 49ers are taking on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV.
This is the 54th Super Bowl and the 50th modern-era NFL championship game.
Watch the game at the Rail Yard, where you can enjoy food and drink specials all day long.
Count Porkula will be whipping up its delicious food, including its Almost Famous BBQ Nachos.
A Little Crepesy food truck will be there from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
There are also $10 beer buckets and $1 wings.
Wear your favorite NFL team jersey and get an East Village neighborhood discount.
There will be a giveaway for a Count Porkula sweatshirt and $25 Rail Yard gift card.
According to StubHub, the average price per ticket for the game is $7,000.
Sunday, Feb. 2
What: Dollar Day
Where: Museum of Discovery
When: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Every first Sunday, the first 1,000 visitors get into the museum for the low cost of only $2 per person. Find out more here.
Sunday, Feb. 2
What: Puppy Bowl
Where: Bark Bar
When: 12-8 p.m.
Come watch the real event of the weekend: the Puppy Bowl at 2 p.m.
Cheer on Team Ruff or Team Fluff as they fight for the Lombarky Puppy Bowl trophy.
The first Puppy Bowl was shown in 2005. The 2015 game was the first to introduce Team Ruff and Team Fluff.
Team Ruff has won three games, and Team Fluff has won two.
All puppies under six months old get in free. They are waiving their four-month old age requirement.
Humans must be 21+
Rock City Rescue will have adoptable puppies available.
Sunday, Feb. 2
What: Wine Blending Class
Where: BoBrook Farms
When: 2-4 p.m.
Create your own unique wine this weekend with River Bottom Winery wines. The winemakers will help you blend your own distinct wine. Tickets for the class are $30 and include all the wine and light snacks. Find out more here.
Sunday, Feb. 2
What: Bluebird Basics
Where: Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center
When: 2-5 p.m.
Find out what makes bluebirds tick in this free class from the nature center. You’ll learn all about them from their habits, how to attract them and more. You’ll even build a birdhouse that you can take home! Find out more here.
Sunday, Feb. 2
What: Lance Carpenter Live
Where: Jimmy Doyle’s Country Club
When: 8 p.m.
2019 Arkansas CMA Country Artist of the Year Lance Carpenter is hitting the stage at Jimmy Doyle’s this weekend for the first time. The Arkansas River Bottom Band will be opening for him. Find out more here.
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