Are you ready for the weekend?!?! It should be mostly sunny and warm (Okay, maybe HOT is a better word!). Summer is the perfect time to get outside and make lasting memories with family and friends. As always, there are a LOT of great activities taking place throughout the Natural State.
We've rounded up some of our favorites for you right here, but don't forget to explore Facebook's events section for even more options!
If you decide to join any of these events, be sure to mention that Live Love Arkansas sent you when you visit the vendor!
Simply click the red text to navigate to the Facebook page with details about each event.
However you choose to spend your weekend,
We wish you a fantastic one!
NOTE: As always, we do our best to bring you accurate information… however, we encourage you to reach out to event venues to confirm before you head out to an advertised event!
Friday, June 21, 2024
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
KaiJune2: Let Them Fight - Movie & Crafts Nights at the Library
KaiJune is back! Join us every Friday for a different Kaiju film and simple crafts.
All films will be shown down at the stage at 5:00 pm. Attendees under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult.
Schedule:
6/21 - Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla (1994)
6/28 - Godzilla vs. Destoroyah (1995)
This event is free and open to the public.
Event by Faulkner County Library
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 11 AM - 11 PM
RJBC Presents: Dolly Day!
2225 S Bellview Road Suite 101, Rogers, AR
Get ready to Jolene at our Dolly Parton party! Sip on some brews and get your twang on as we celebrate the Queen of Country herself. From "9 to 5" to "Coat of Many Colors," we're bringing all the Dolly hits to your Friday night. Don your best cowboy boots and rhinestones, because it's gonna be a hoedown!
Live music and dancin' will be presented in the evening by Arkansas’ rising stars: Sofie and the New Relics!
Got some gently used children’s books? Bring them on in for our Book Drive! We will be donating these to a charity in need!
We will have a Dolly Parton look a like costume contest(voting by applause at 7:45pm), country dance lessons, and vendors as well!
More details coming soon
#DollyPartonParty #rendezvousjunctionbrewingco #CountryVibes #linedancing #countrymusic #nwa #dollyparton #bookdrive
Event by Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co.
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Friendship Bracelets!
909 W Main St, Cabot, AR
For ages 5-12!
Join us at Cabot to make your own friendship bracelets, and maybe make a new friend, too!
Event by Cabot Public Library
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 2 PM - 4 PM
Kids Painting Class - Axolotl
311 West C Street , Russellville, AR
Upcoming class!
Join us to learn how to paint this super cute Axolotl plate!
The class will be on June 21st, from 2-4pm.
The cost will be $25 per painter.
Spots are limited and will go fast so claim yours ASAP!
Reservations must be made by June 12th, no walk-ins will be accepted for this class.
Call us at 479-967-0882 to claim your spot
Event by POTTERY WORX
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 4 PM - 5 PM
Drop-In Adventure Necklaces Craft @ GCL
1427 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR
Come make an outdoor safety necklace at the library fitted with a mini flashlight, compass, and whistle.
*First come, first served, while supplies last.
Event by Garland County Library
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 5 PM
Argenta Art Walk: Arkansas League of Artists Members Show 2024
Argenta Art Walk features walkable galleries on the 3rd Friday downtown North Little Rock in the Argenta Arts District. This event is FREE and open to the public.
AGE GROUP: | General |
EVENT TYPE: | Exhibits/Displays/Installations |
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 5 PM - 9 PM
Night Market at Pettaway
A Friday night Art market featuring Local Artists, great food, amazing craft beer, and the cutest bookstore in Arkansas!
Event by The Market at Pettaway
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
Fridays on the Lawn: Summer Games
501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR
FREE EVENT
Meet up with friends and family for a game of Baggo, bocce ball, or Giant Jenga while soaking in the scenes of MacArthur Park! AMFA is the perfect place to relax and unwind at the end of your week.
Take a break from the competition, grab a drink and draw at our outdoor sketching stations. A Windgate Art School instructor will take you through the basics of landscape drawing using the Museum and its grounds as your muse.
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Photo by Jason Masters.
Fridays on the Lawn: Summer Games is supported by Stella Boyle Smith Trust, Catherine and Michael Mayton, Trustees, and the Alice L. Walton Foundation
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 6 PM
Mocktails & Masterpieces
Argenta Library
Recreate a masterpiece while sipping a mocktail to match during the Third Friday Art Walk!
During this month's Third Friday Art Walk on June 21st, a paint-and-sip party will be hosted at the Argenta Public Library from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Attendees will be shown how to recreate a famous painting and how to make a delicious mocktail to sip on. All materials will be provided along with some simple and fun instruction so not an ounce of experience is required! This adult program makes a perfect date night or any fun evening out for any curious artists! This event is free, but registration is required. Contact Carol at Caroline.McCreight@lamanlibrary.org with any questions.
AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+: Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | STEAM/STEM |
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 6 PM - 10 PM
Gold Star Family Night at the Arkansas Travelers
Dickey-Stephens Park
Gold Star Families are invited to join us for dinner and a great evening at the ballpark!
We have come to really enjoy this evening of food, fellowship, and baseball!
Gold Star Families are our special guests. Please contact us to reserve your tickets.
Event by Arkansas Run For The Fallen
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 6:30 PM
Murder and Mocktails in MARGARITAVILLE
825 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR
An evening of food, intrigue and murder solving.
Event by Hammer & Stain Hot Springs
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 FROM 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Movie at the Pool
1800 Citizens Dr., Benton, AR
Come and join our Benton Parks Aquatic team at the River Center for a family friendly movie night!
starring The Super Mario Bros Movie
Friday, June 21 2024
located at 1800 Citizens Drive Benton AR,72015 - The River Center. Aquatic area.
limited capacity-200 max
No rafts or inflatables allowed in water
Leisure pool and Splash Pad will be open for non-swimmers
Food will be allowed in the balcony area
Registration opens Friday, March 22 2024
Registration is required in advance to attend this event.
Contact AQUATICS@BENTONAR.ORG or call 501-776-5970 with any questions.
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 7 PM
The Goonies (1985, PG)
100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR
Old-fashioned yarn about a band of adventurous kids who take on the might of a property developing company which plans to destroy their home to build a country club. When the children discover an old pirate map in the attic, they follow it into an underground cavern in search of lost treasure but come up against plenty of dangerous obstacles along the way.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 6:00pm, and the film will begin promptly at 7:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking:
We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of timeless storytelling at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater!
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 7 PM
Live Music w/ The Mountain Gypsies
Boston Mountain Brewing & Supply
Free show with local sensation, The Mountain Gypsies
Event by Boston Mountain Brewing & Supply
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 8:30 PM
Patio Movie - Top Gun
500 W. Grand Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Join us Friday Nights this June for a flash back to the 80’s! All shows start at sunset (8:20-8:40pm). Entry $3 per person - no unattended children. No outside food / drinks. Snacks available in shop. Chairs available but welcome to bring own camp chair if need. All shows in patch patio / parking lot / weather permitting.
June 21st- Top Gun
June 28th- Dirty Dancing
Event by The Electric Strawberry
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 8:30 PM
Movies in the Park - Turning Red at Tilles Park
3700 Grand Ave, Fort Smith, AR
Movie: Turning Red
Remember to bring a blanket or chair to sit on. The movie will begin at dusk around 8:30pm.
Event by City of Fort Smith, Arkansas
FRIDAY, JUNE 21 AT 8 PM
6 Inches to the Left @ Old Bank
The guys are back Friday night to party! This is the last weekend of music before taking 2 weekends off for vacation!
Event by 6 Inches to the Left
Friday, June 21, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
SOME PLANTS NEED FRIENDS
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area
20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Celebrate national pollinator week at Hobbs State Park and learn how plants and pollinators work together. We will explore the blooms and pollinators in the native plant gardens and do a fun activity that’s all about pollination. You can even make a tiny pollinator friend to take home with you.
Friday, June 21, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
WORKING THE NIGHT SHIFT: GONE BATTY
Lake Chicot State Park
2542 Hwy. 257, Lake Village
Meeting Place: Pavilion 2 Day-Use
These commonly overlooked pollinators shine at night. Enjoy a day of activities with the family; building, exploring, and discovering the habitat and adaptations that allow bats to perform these important ecological functions. You might just be surprised to learn how much you and a bat have in common. Join Park Interpreter Brandi to see if you can be as quick and nimble as our local Arkansas bats.
Friday, June 21, 2024 / 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
PLANTS CAN TALK?
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Historic CCC Room at Mather Lodge
Join Park Interpreter Emiley to explore how plants can “communicate.” We will explore some of the common flowers and trees of Petit Jean State Park and learn why some plants may need to send signals to each other.
Friday, June 21, 2024 / 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
FULL MOON-MOTH HIKE: POLLINATOR WEEK
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Admission: Free
Incredibly dark skies plus a beautifully bright moon equals a perfect opportunity to find nighttime insects during pollinator week! Join a park interpreter for a hike on Signal Hill that will unveil Mount Magazine State Park’s astounding nocturnal environment. Sturdy hiking shoes, flashlights, drinking water, bug spray and seasonally appropriate attire are highly recommended.
Saturday, June 22, 2024
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 8 AM - 12 PM
Downtown Conway Farmers & Crafts Market
718 Parkway Street, Conway, AR
Come on over to the Downtown Conway Farmers & Crafts Market every Saturday through Oct 26th 8am-12pm! We have lots of vendors that are excited to offer you the very best at their tables for you to shop from. We have Farmers, Ranchers, Wood Workers, Bakers, Creators, Bee Keepers and so much more inbetween! Come on out and see what the Market has to offer for you this weekend.
Support Local, Shop Local, Eat Local.
See you on the lot!
718 Parkway, Conway AR - On the corner of Parkway & Main St.
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Garden Scavenger Hunt @ GCL
1427 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR
Take a stroll through the library garden this Saturday morning to see if you can find all the hidden objects.
Those 12 & under who turn in their completed scavenger hunt sheet can redeem a small prize at the children’s desk.
**This program is weather permitting**
Event by Garland County Library
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 10 AM - 8 PM
Strawberry Full Moon Fest / Summer Solstice
500 W. Grand Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Join us to celebrate both the Summer Solstice AND the Strawberry Full Moon!
Details coming soon!
Event by The Electric Strawberry
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 10AM - 2PM
Pop Up Splatter Paint Room
Experience the fun and creativity of a Splatter Paint Room with The Painted Sloth!
We will be setting up our mobile Splatter Paint Room in front of The Mean Pig BBQ on Saturday, June 22nd. Grab your friends and family to have a paint throwing Good Time! While you are there be sure to grab some Yummy BBQ! The pulled pork is my Favorite!!
Admission into the splatter paint room will be on a first come, first serve bases. No reservations required.
Cost will be:
$37.00 per person to Splatter Paint
Available Add-ons:
Paint Bottle Add-ons are $3 per extra bottle
What to Expect:
- Each painter receives one 12x16 blank canvas and 4 colors of paint.
- Protective gear such as goggles, disposable hooded ponchos, for the splatter room will be provided (one size fits most).
- We use washable non-toxic paint just in case some gets on you accidentally (or purposefully!)
Your work of art won't be completely dry for at least 24 hours, please plan on transporting a wet canvas.
Our mobile paint room is perfect for private parties, fundraisers, and other gatherings. Call 501-804-7565 for more information and to book your event!
Event by The Painted Sloth
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Summer Fruits & Veggies
Summer Fruits & Veggies
Saturday, June 22nd
10:30am - 1:30pm
$55 / person * ages 21+ *
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Welcome to our Summer Fruits and Veggies Culinary Class! Dive into the world of sun-kissed produce, bursting with flavor, color, and nutrients.
Instructor Suzy Smith will guide you through an array of recipes and techniques that showcase the versatility and deliciousness of seasonal fruits and veggies. Learn how to masterfully incorporate them into sides, main courses, and even desserts! Wine and lunch included.
Event by Arts On Main
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
Boutiques at the Barn
3540 Highway 62 East, Flippin, AR
Have you ever dreamed of having all of your favorite Boutiques under one roof!! Well, look no further!
Join us for Boutiques at the Barn and shop ‘til you drop!!
Event by The Elms Barn
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 12 PM - 2:30 PM
Adoption Event
Come join us for some rescue education, cat/kitten adoption, and lots and lots of kitten cuddles!
Event by The Heart of Kezia-Cat Rescue
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 2 PM - 4 PM
Meet & Greet at Solo Exhibition
Join me at Arts on Main for an afternoon of 'Meet & Greet' at my current solo exhibition "Dupattas & Roses".
Original oil paintings, mixed media and prints are all available here. My portraits and still life paintings all carry a focus on the dupatta (South Asian scarf), come and learn why I added roses to the mix!
I'll love to see you there from 2pm-4pm, bring family and friends and lets talk all things art, community, fabrics and roses! 2 other galleries within arts on main also can be viewed.
Event by Shabana Kauser Art
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 3 PM - 9 PM
Sun*Works at Sundown 2024
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
@Fort Smith Brewing Company!!
Registration is $20
Starts at 3pm
Show Ends at 9pm
Handmade trophies in all your favorite categories!!
Top 20
Best of Show
Best Lighting
Best Paint
Best Interior
Best Rat Rod
Best Import
Best Slammed
Best Engine Bay
Best Motorcycle
Best Pegs n Pedals
Best New Kid on the Block (Kids Power Wheels)
Best Club Participation
Keep an eye out for more information!!
We can't wait to see everyone again this year!
Event by Alisha Chappell Phelan and Team Sunworks Fort Smith
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 AT 4 PM
Exhibition on Screen Presents, “Cezanne: Portraits of a Life”
100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR
One cannot appreciate 20th century art without understanding the significance and genius of Paul Cézanne.
About the Film:
Filmed at the National Portrait Gallery in London, with additional interviews from experts and curators from MoMA in New York, National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, and Musée d’Orsay in Paris, and correspondence from the artist himself, the film takes audiences to the places Cézanne lived and worked and sheds light on an artist who is perhaps one of the least known and yet most important of all the Impressionists.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 3:00pm, and Exhibition on Screen's "Cezanne: Portraits of a Life" will begin promptly at 4:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking: We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 4 PM - 9 PM
Great Southern Beer Festival
Walter Turnbow Park
Ale-Truism is hosting the first ever Great Southern Beer Festival! This is a free general admission event to the public where we celebrate all things NWA. Fun for the whole family, we will have a kids' section and several family-friendly features along Emma Street and Turnbow Park.
Free live music starting at 4pm! VIP steak dinners cooked by a world famous chef!
14 different breweries supporting 10 different nonprofits!
Drinks served by Kombi Keg NWA and The Racket. Special home brew experience for ticketed guests hosted by Ozark Zymurgists- OZ Home Brew Club and FLOPS Homebrewing Club.
Event will feature some of Springdale’s finest eating establishments, food trucks, and more.
All donations and sponsorship funds support:
Autism Involves Me
PerspectAbility
Hub of HOPE NWA
Hydrocephalus Association
EOA Children's House
Sunshine School & Development Center
Steaks 4 Sheepdogs
Cobblestone Farms and more!
Special thanks to our sponsors including: Walmart, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Inmar Intelligence, Market Performance Group, and The Krazy Coupon Lady.
Keep an eye out here for the new date announcement, and don’t miss this amazing event!
Event by PerspectAbility, EOA Children's House and 7 others
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 6 PM - 8:30 PM
Conway Summer Block Party
1212 Markham St, Conway, AR
Get ready for a wild time at the Conway Summer Block Party - it's gonna be lit with music, food, and fun all day long!
Join us at 1212 Markham St in downtown Conway for a day packed with excitement and entertainment!
Jam out to live music, tantalize your taste buds at our food trucks, and dive into a sea of fun activities suitable for all ages!
Enjoy outdoor games like Baggo, Giant Connect 4, Giant Jenga, Blow-up Sumo Wrestling , Bubbles, Giant Tic-tac-toe, and more!!!
Gather your friends, round up the family, and don't forget to bring along your furry pals too - everyone's invited to join in the free festivities!
Come soak up the sun and make unforgettable memories on Saturday, June 22nd at the Conway Summer Block Party!!
1212 Markham St in downtown Conway for an evening packed with free fun and entertainment for the whole fam!
Signup to be a food truck or craft vendor at: https://dceventservices.com/blockparty
Thank you to our sponsors for making this event free for families:
Eagle Rock Realty
Silverlake Design Studio
InSync Counseling
Kindred Mercantile
Garcia Wealth Manageent
HireQuest Direct
Crossman Printing
Virco
Conway Downtown Partnership
Honey Do Rentals
Event by D&C Event Services
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 AT 7 PM
Our Last Hoorah!
Come celebrate our last night. We will party down with live music from Nothin' Fancy and TC Stevenson. Music starts around 7. $5 cover. Let's share memories from the last 40 years before the building is no more.
Event by Shirley's Bar
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
Chappell Roan Singalong Night Painting Party
3820 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 1000, Conway, AR
Are you a Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl? Join us for a night of singing and fun with a Chappell Roan themed painting party! We’ll be dressed in our Pink Pony best (unless you wanna keep it Casual) and are going to have SUCH a good time.
This event is from 7-10 PM - make sure to get there on time so you don't miss out on any of the fun! Your $10 ticket (must be purchased in advance!) covers your entry, snacks (and Coffee), photo ops, and prize giveaways! You'll pick out & pay for your pottery the night of the event, pieces & prices vary, minimum pottery purchase of $15 per person.
This event is for those 18 & up, those 21+ may BYOB. Tickets can be found on our website through our ticket sales link. They're going to be HOT TO GO! so don't wait - make plans to be here and reserve your seats now. Good Luck, Babe!
Event by Good Day Pottery & Art Studio
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 10 AM - 11 AM
Acoustic Music Mornings
Bring your egg shaker, flute, drumsticks, kazoo whatever you have! Join in on this community-led musical morning. We are kid and good dog friendly. Bring a chair and join in or just listen.
No admission fees.
Event by The Bernice Garden
SATURDAY, JUNE 22 FROM 1 PM - 8 PM
Twist, Tie, and Dye Pop-Up Shop
Join us for a pop-up shop by Twist, Tie and Dye!
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Where: Norfork Brewing Company
When: Saturday, June 22
What time: 1:00-8:00pm
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Twist, Tie and Dye is a local, woman-owned business specializing in one of a kind tie-dye creations! From t-shirts and tapestries to socks and tea towels. Tessi does it all and she does it well.
She began tie-dyeing for fun about 4 years ago and realized quickly that it was a great creative outlet. From there it became an occasional hobby until friends and family started to show interest in purchasing the pieces she was making. Quickly it blossomed into a business but the joy never left. “I still love creating and learning new techniques”
Be sure to stop by and check out the goodies she has in stock!
Event by Norfork Brewing Company
Saturday, June 22, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork
Meeting Place: Café Pavilion
Join us for the 2024 Kids' Fishing Derby here at Devil's Den State Park. Registration for the derby begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Café Pavilion. Fishing begins after registration at 9 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for several categories. Be sure to bring your own tackle, bait, and fishing pole.
Saturday, June 22, 2024 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
SKETCH HIKE
Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area
1980 Hwy. 278 West, Wickes
Meeting Place: Harris Creek Trailhead
Hike to the beautiful Goats Bluff overlook with the park interpreter and stop for an outdoor sketching session. No experience necessary for sketching and supplies will be provided. This 2-mile round trip trail is moderate so please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
Saturday, June 22, 2024 / 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
LAKE CRUISE
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Weigh In Pavilion Dock
Admission : Free
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley throughout this 1-hour cruise. There is no fee for the tour, but space is limited. You must register for the tour. Call (479) 967-5516 to register for a seat. We will begin boarding 15 minutes before the tour, at the boat dock near the south boat ramp.
Saturday, June 22, 2024 / 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
BOY SCOUT TRAIL ADVENTURE
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for a hike down a small section of the Boy Scout Trail. This hike will lead us up along the canyon for a spectacular view of the Cedar Creek canyon. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring along water!
Sunday, June 23, 2024
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 10 AM - 7 PM
ABC’s of Arkansas Summer Mushrooms w/Jay Justice
Ozark Folkways
ABC's of Arkansas Summer Mushrooms
Sunday, June 23 @ 10am-7pm
This power point presentation and foraging fungi workshop will focus on techniques used to identify wild mushrooms. Our morning presentation will be followed by a lunch break (brown bag it) and an afternoon foray in the Ozark National Forest to observe and collect mushrooms/fungi in their natural habitat. Then we'll gather our finds, head back to Ozark Folkways for a hands on identification workshop followed by one of our ever popular tastings!
Jay Justice is a retired epidemiologist who formerly worked at the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality. He is a co-founder and scientific advisor for the Arkansas Mycological Society (1982) and a scientific advisor to the Cumberland Mycological Society as well as a chief mycologist for the Missouri Mycological Society.
As anyone who has attended one of Jay's workshops in the past knows, these informative and delicious events fill up quickly.
Participants are encouraged to wear seasonally appropriate clothing, bring a walking stick if needed, sun screen, insect repellent, drinking water and a paper sack for collecting mushrooms.
Tickets are $65 per person and include dinner. Tickets are non refundable. Register at www.ozarkfolkways.org
Event by Ozark Folkways
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 10 AM - 10:30 AM
Fresh Georgia Peaches Russellville AR
Russellville City Mall 407 N Arkansas Ave. Russellville, AR
WHEN: Sun June 23rd 10:00AM-10:30AM CST
LOCATION: Russellville City Mall 407 N Arkansas Ave Russellville, AR.
Fruit Available this Delivery:
Georgia Freestone Peaches Approx 20lbs-$45
Georgia Pecans 12oz-$15
Sign Up for Delivery Notification: https://www.myfruittruck.com/signup
View Full Delivery Schedule:
https://www.myfruittruck.com/schedule
Cash, Venmo, Check Accepted at pickup!
#originalfastfood #summer #Peaches
Event by The Fruit Truck
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
Sunday Funday at the Vineyard with The Prickly Pickle & Sarah Cecil’s Music
10 Rusty Tractor Ln, Little Rock, AR
Join us at Rusty Tractor Vineyards for Sunday Funday at the Vineyard with The Prickly Pickle & Sarah Cecil's Music
-No cover charge!
-Family Friendly Event – Don’t forget the pups!
-Enjoy music by Sarah Cecil's Music & food from The Prickly Pickle
-Open seating on our covered patio and indoor air-conditioned sunroom
-Grab some wine, beer, frozen drinks, or craft cocktails from the bar!
10 Rusty Tractor Lane Little Rock, AR 72210
501-916-2294 or info@rtvwine.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 1 PM - 4 PM
Engines & Ice Cream
3023 Hwy 367 N, Austin, AR
Engines & Ice Cream at C-Dub's Cruise'n Dairy Bar is the new spot to bring and show off your ride while enjoying discounts on drinks and ice cream every Sunday afternoon from 1pm to 4pm.
Event by C-Dub's Cruise'n Dairy Bar
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 AT 2 PM
Bluegrass at The Max
The Max Theater 1007 Spencer St Conway AR
We’re excited to be making our first appearance at The Max in Conway!
Tickets are 20.00 and can be purchased ahead of time for best seating.
As a special treat the opening performance will the students who attended the bluegrass Wernick Method Band Camp. This is guaranteed to be a treat.
Get your tickets early and make plans to join us!
Advance tickets and be purchase here or in comments.
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../bluegrass-at-the-max...
Event by Greenland Station Bluegrass Band
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Butterfly Walk & Talk
4703 N Crossover Rd, Fayetteville, AR
Join Kitty Sanders and Laura Stilwell for a butterfly presentation and walk in the garden! The first 45 minutes of this class will be indoors, and the last 45 minutes will be outdoors. Butterfly Gardening is more than just planting pretty flowers! By gardening for butterflies, we help to improve the environment in a variety of ways. In this class, the Botanical Garden Butterfly House Lead, Kitty Sanders, will discuss the basics of developing a butterfly garden. The class will include what host and nectar plants you need, tips on design, as well as the native butterfly species that may be drawn to your garden.
$15 for BGO Members
$25 for non-members
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 AT 3 PM
Afternoon Tea at The French Rose
115 W Main St. Russellville, AR
Come join us for a delightful afternoon of tea and treats at The French Rose Boutique! Indulge in a selection of delicious pastries, sandwiches, and of course, a variety of teas to choose from as well as an exclusive shopping discount. Enjoy the charming ambiance of our boutique as you relax and unwind with friends or family. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply want to treat yourself, our Afternoon Tea event is the perfect way to spend your day. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable experience!
Event by The French Rose Boutique
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
ACOTAR Workshop-Bring Your Book Club!
Painting with a Twist (Little Rock, AR)
Call your book club besties, because our viral ACOTAR artwork is now even better! Join our Acotar Art Workshop on Sunday, June 23rd from 5-7 pm. You get to choose from 4 pieces of art, perfect for your pals that want to paint something different! We'll walk you through the process, and you'll leave with a masterpiece with all the best book club vibes! Hurry and book your seat, this one is sure to fill up quickly at: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/.../wes.../event/3744067/
Event by Painting with a Twist
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 AT 5 PM
Mangia! A farm to table experience on the farm
6800 Camp Robinson Rd, North Little Rock, AR
Join us for an unforgettable night on the farm!
Chef Alexandra Curatolo will prepare an amazing farm-to-table meal for you. (Meal subject to change depending on ingredient availability.)
Aperitivo: Sake sangria* (N/A kombucha cocktail)
Antipasti: Garden Pinsa
Giardiniera & Calabrian chili Italian flatbread, house vine tomato*, sunflower pesto*
Primo: Fresh Fettuccine Ragù
fresh handmade pasta, mixed local mushroom ragu sauce*, vegan parmesan
Served with Arkansas wine (N/A Lavender Paloma)
Secondo: Broccoli Steak
roasted summer broccoli*, vine cherry tomato* & toasted olive breadcrumbs*, Calabrian chili aioli
Insalata: Vegan Caesar Salad
Local harvest Romaine leaf*, dolceluna sourdough croutons*, vegan Parmesan, smoked pecan bits*, vegan Caesar dressing
Dolce: Chocolate Espresso tart
Raw cacao, Leiva’s dark espresso coffee*, local Saint Joseph farmstead honey*, roasted AR pecans*
Crystal Ridge mule kick wild blackberry & mint cocktail* (N/A berry mint cocktail)
*ingredients are locally sourced.
N/A is non-alcoholic beverage choice
Plant based Chef from Chicago, Alexandra Curatolo owned Belli's for ten years before recently moving to Central Arkansas. Belli's was Zagat rated & on Chicago Eater's list of 'Top 10 Fancy & Healthy Food Restaurants in Chicago' 'Chicago's Best Juices & Smoothie Bars' and 'Where to Find Chicago's Best Salad Bars.' Her dishes focused on sourcing locally in the Midwest while adding elements of southern Italian cooking to the menu, that of which she grew up on in her Italian grandmother Lina's kitchen. The restaurant itself was casual, farm to table with a focus on community, often hosting free health & wellness workshops, community events & supporting local artists & youth initiatives.
Event by St. Joseph Farm Stand
SUNDAY, JUNE 23 FROM 1 PM - 3 PM
Cookie Decorating at Fayetteville Beer Works!
2649 East Mission Boulevard,#1, Fayetteville
We will be decorating a set of 5 fun summer cookies . You’ll learn to use several icing tips and techniques. All supplies will be provided!
Event by Nellie B's Bakery
Sunday, June 23, 2024 / 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.
PADDLE TO THE SUN: SUNRISE KAYAK TOUR ON BEAR CREEK LAKE
Mississippi River State Park
2955 Hwy. 44, Marianna
Meeting Place: Bear Creek Lake Swim Beach
Adult : $18.00
Child : $12.00
As the first light of day graces the tranquil waters of Bear Creek Lake, join a park interpreter for an unforgettable experience! Watch the lake come to life with hues of gold and pink, and immerse yourself in the quiet majesty of dawn. No experience is required! We will learn the basics of paddling as we go. Kayaks, paddles, and lifejackets will be provided. Please bring water, insect repellent, flashlight, and dress for the weather. Space is limited, pre-register by calling the visitor center at (870) 295-4040.
Sunday, June 23, 2024 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
STORIES OF LAKE DARDANELLE
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Amphitheater
Admission: Free
Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture you find here today. Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater to hear some stories of the past that create the wonderful and unique culture in the River Valley.
Sunday, June 23, 2024 / 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
OH, I AM ON A MOUNTAIN!: A DRIPPING SPRINGS TRAIL HIKE
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Brown Springs Picnic Area
Admission: Free
Mount Magazine is quite a big mountain plateau with beautiful, wooded areas everywhere you look. While it’s great to immerse yourself in these ecologically rich trees, it can be easy to forget one is on Arkansas’ tallest mountain. A hike down Dripping Springs trail serves as one spectacular reminder of where you stand, on a breathtakingly scenic mountain. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen are all highly recommended for this easy, 2.5-mile hike. Caution- this hiking trail visit very high cliffs with no railing, so children and pets must be highly supervised by legal guardians at all times.
Sunday, June 23, 2024 / 8:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
OWL PROWL
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Tennis Courts
Admission: Free
Meet Park Interpreter Emiley to discover more about the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park their home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight and wear closed-toed shoes for night walking.
