Jan 27th, 2010 by hotinlittlerock
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A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
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January 27, 2010
One of the things we like most about this area is that there continue to be unexpected surprises and hidden treasures everywhere we turn. Last week we had the pleasure of attending the opening for “Enchanting Taiwan” in the Exhibit Hall at the main branch of the Laman Library.
This compilation of outstanding photographs takes the viewer on an exquisite and colorful journey throughout this magical country. We never knew there were such stunning rock formations and colorful celebrations in the country of Taiwan.
Each of the photographs gives the viewer an inside look at that particular piece of Taiwanese culture – from the everyday to the extraordinary. And each photograph captures you and beckons you to reach deeper.
It’s a wonderful tourism tool – as we would love to see these places and faces in person one day! And learning about the culture is fascinating as well.
We’re glad we dropped by – and we hope you’ll make a stop at the library to see this interesting and beautiful exhibit.
Enchanting Taiwan
William F. Laman Public Library
Exhibit Hall
2801 Orange Street
North Little Rock
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Jan 20th, 2010 by hotinlittlerock
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Hungry, Anyone?
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January 20, 2010
It’s one of our favorite times of the year! It’s time again for Argenta Restaurant Week! This is always a fun week – and we’re smack dab in the middle of it. The Argenta area of Downtown North Little Rock is really making a name for itself. There are wonderful galleries and eateries for all budgets and tastes. And this week is your chance to try them all.
For lunch, you can enjoy an $8 fare at Cornerstone Pub & Grill, Cregeen’s Irish Pub, Margo’s Catfish Diner & Deli, Reno’s Argenta Cafe, Starving Artist Cafe and Ump’s Pub and Grill. Phew. You’ve got some great choices!
Then, for dinner, you can choose between two of our favorite dinner hot spots – Ristorante Capeo or Starving Artist Cafe. Both have $25 prix fix dinners that will make your mouths water.
So what are you waiting for? You only have until the 23rd, so GO EAT!
Argenta Restaurant Week
Through January 23rd
For more information, visit
www.argentarestauantweek.com.
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Jan 13th, 2010 by hotinlittlerock
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Get Down
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January 13, 2010
There is so much going on in Argenta this weekend! There’s Third Friday Art Walk – with lots of new exhibits – on Friday night, and then there’s the launch party for Oxford American’s new music issue on Saturday!
Yes, on Saturday, get ready to party. Oxford American is celebrating it’s 11th Annual Southern Music issue. And for the first time, the music focuses solely on Arkansas musicians. So, it’s only fitting that we have a party here!
And, to make it even more fun – the party moves. Start out at Cregeen’s Irish Pub for happy hour at 5:00. Once you’ve whet your whistle, walk on down to Starving Artist Cafe where there will be a delicious dinner special just for the occasion.
Then the music begins at 7:00 with Larry Donn across the street at Reno’s Argenta Cafe. The music continues until one in the morning and features Sonny Burgess and the Legendary Pacers, Jim Mize, True Soul Band, and Sleepy Labeef. The music moves from Reno’s to Cornerstone and back again – so you know this party will be hopping!
All of the performers on Saturday night were profiled in the Southern Music Issue. So bring your copy along or pick it up at the party. It’s a great one, and a keeper.
Best of all – tickets for the night are only $20. You get to listen to an extraordinary night of legendary southern music right here. Now that’s pretty awesome.
Oxford American Magazine’s
“A Night of Arkansas Stars”
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Begins at 5:00 p.m.
Click here to purchase tickets and for the full line up
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We are pleased that Carousel is offering such a special offer to our readers, and hope you will try them out!
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Jan 7th, 2010 by hotinlittlerock
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Ready for Resolutions
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January 7, 2010
It’s a new year! Have you made your resolutions yet? Typically we all make some sort of resolution surrounding our health. It could be about losing weight, or working out more often, or maybe just relaxing a bit from all our stresses.
Well this year, we hope you keep those resolutions! And a good way to begin is by checking out Carousel Fit-4-Life Wellness Center right here in Argenta! We’ve had the pleasure of meeting owner Phyllis Hodges, and we have to say – this is a real gem in our neighborhood.
She offers personal training, group training, and memberships so you can come and go as you please. Plus all the little extras – a room for the kiddos, massage therapy, manicures, and shopping!
Yes, when we were at Carousel, we felt right at home. And knowing that there’s someone around who cares about you and cares about your spiritual, physical and mental wellbeing is always encouraging.
So let’s gear up for a great 2010 – and with Carousel it can all happen with ease.
Carousel Fit-4-Life Wellness Center
513 Main Street
North Little Rock
(501) 372-3FIT
www.carouselfit-4-life.org
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Dec 30th, 2009 by hotinlittlerock
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Party On
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December 30. 2009
Well, earlier this week in Hot in Little Rock, we told you about some great opportunities in Little Rock for spending New Year’s Eve. So today, we thought it only appropriate that we share with you come great things happening in Argenta tomorrow night.
Fill Up. Hungry for some great food? Starving Artist has you covered. And tomorrow night, just for New Year’s Eve, they’re offering three great menu choices to ring in 2010 the right way. Priced from $45 – $60, you have your choice of pork, mahi-mahi or filet mignon. And of course they’re all paired with great starters and desserts. So bring the whole family in to celebrate. Reservations recommended. (501) 372-7976.
Get Crackin’. Love fireworks? Then you won’t want to miss the party at Umps Pub & Grill at Dickey-Stephens Park. There will be music by The Good Time Ramblers to put you in the spirit and then ring in the new year with a great fireworks display!
Set Sail. Whether you are early to bed or like to stay up and be the first to ring in the new year, the Arkansas Queen has you covered. They’ve got an early cruise that boards at 5:30. It features a three course meal, great scenery, and has you back to dock by 8:00. Or, board at 9:30 for the midnight cruise. You’ll have party favors, champagne and of course a great meal! Reservations are required, so call (501) 372-5777.
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Dec 23rd, 2009 by hotinlittlerock
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Holiday Cheer
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December 23. 2009
Tomorrow is Christmas Eve! Children of all ages are awaiting this day with anticipation and wonder. One way we enjoy the holiday season is by enjoying the lights that everyone puts up. From simple to extravagant, lights make everything magical.
So on a chilly night this past week, we loaded up the mini-staffers and headed over to Burns Park for their Holiday Lights display. We just eat it up. This display takes you through Burns Park on a magical holiday ride of lights.
You stay in your car (which is nice on a cold night!) and you drive through waterfalls of colored lights. There are trains and teddy bears and even a see-saw Santa! The twelve days of Christmas are represented, as is the town of Bethlehem.
We think this is a great tradition that the City of North Little Rock has created. And as we turned up our Christmas music and rolled through the holiday cheer, we were instantly warm.
Another way we enjoy Christmas is through the decorations on our tree. Each ornament that we put up has a special meaning. Our tree is not a decorator’s tree. Rather, our tree is filled with memories of places we’ve been and milestones accomplished. Our tree tells a story each year. And this year, the Argenta CDC is offering a special commemorative ornament. So let your tree take on another ornament and another story.
Burns Park Holiday Lights
Nightly (except for Christmas night) through December 31.
$5 per car; $10 per multi-passenger van; $20 per motorcoach.
Call (501) 791-8545 for more information.
Argenta CDC Commemorative Ornaments
Call (501) 374-0622 for more information.
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Dec 17th, 2009 by hotinlittlerock
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Step Back in Time
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December 17. 2009
We may have mentioned this before, but we love working in Argenta. There are so many interesting people to meet, and the community is amazing. People rally together to make things happen. People don’t ignore each other or compete with each other. No, we’re all here to help each other expand our businesses and make this place an awesome one in which to work, play, and live.
Today, we want to introduce you to V.L. Cox. She is a very talented artist that lives and works in the Argenta area of North Little Rock. We first met Cox many years ago when she unselfishly donated artwork to the Centers for Youth & Families. Since then, we’ve kept up with her career, but never really knew her until we opened up shop in the neighborhood. She is just one of those people you instantly like. She is friendly, outgoing, and ready to help. And she’s also a great artist.
 Cox has been known for her abstract paintings. Over the last few years, however, she has branched off into two other styles which we like even more. Her American South Screen Door Series has landed her in the Delta Show at the Arkansas Arts Center and at the Historic Arkansas Museum. This series is one in which Cox is anxious to continue, and we’re glad. The series evokes a time past. Utilizing original old screen doors and signs from a bygone era, Cox creates realistic portraits of Southern living when she was growing up. Each time we look at one of her doors, we can hear the slam as children (maybe us) run from the farmhouse to the gardens on a hot summer day. And there’s Grandma, or and Aunt, Uncle, friend or old dog looking out and watching us disappear into the cool grasses and carefree hours of childhood.
Cox’s other new series is the Age of Wonder. Using found objects from childhood and her signature abstract style, Cox creates works for every budget and every memory. “Play” “Blast Off!” “Dream” the art beckons. And we do just that as we enjoy seeing the world through Cox’s eyes – which aren’t so different from ours, it turns out.
V. L. Cox
www.greatfineart.com
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Upcoming Events…
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Our online calendar is now ready for use! Please visit us at www.hotinargenta.com and click on the calendar page. From there you can post all your events for the Argenta area! Here are a few samplings:
Argenta Farmer’s Market - Saturday; 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OPEN ALL WINTER LONG!
Artist Market – Saturday; 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Over 10 artists selling and their creating works at Starving Artist Cafe.
Third Friday Art Walk - Friday; 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
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Dec 9th, 2009 by hotinlittlerock
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Time for Merriment
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December 9. 2009
Baby, It’s Cold Outside! The dropping temperatures sure put us in the mood for some holiday shopping! And tomorrow night will be the perfect time.
The Argenta Holiday Art Sale takes place tomorrow night at The THEA Foundation. There’s no better time than now to finish your holiday shopping list with original art. And they’re going to make it so easy.
All of the art galleries in Argenta will be under one roof. So you don’t have to worry about battling the cold – it’s one-stop shopping at its best! Artists from Argenta Studio, Greg Thompson Fine Art, Ketz Gallery, ClayTime Studio, Argenta Art Gallery, Argenta Bead Company and Starving Artist Cafe will be on display for your viewing – and buying – pleasure.
There will also be food, drinks and entertainment. This promises to be not only a great art show – but a great party, too. Best of all – there’s no charge to get in. So come, bring your friends, and take home some unique original works of art.
Argenta Holiday Art Sale
401 Main Street
THEA Center for the Arts
Argenta Arts District
Downtown North Little Rock
December 10, 2009
5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Free!
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Upcoming Events…
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Our online calendar is now ready for use! Please visit us at www.hotinargenta.com and click on the calendar page. From there you can post all your events for the Argenta area! Here are a few samplings:
Argenta Farmer’s Market - Saturday; 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OPEN ALL WINTER LONG!
Keep Them Warm – Blanket Drive For Arkansas Homeless – Saturday; 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 3600 JFK Blvd.
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Dec 3rd, 2009 by hotinlittlerock
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We’re All Winners
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December 3. 2009
There are special things happening in Argenta. The wreaths have gone up on the lamp posts. But there’s something else up there, too. Have you noticed? The new Argenta Arts District banners are up – and they look fabulous. There are images from several artists represented by the galleries in Argenta, and they make the street sing!
It definitely feels like the holidays around here. The trees in storefronts are going up, and lights are twinkling. This weekend brings the North Little Rock Christmas Parade, and we can’t wait to take our ministaffers and watch from the balcony.
Saturday night also brings the opening reception for the Arkansas League of Artists’ Winner’s Exhibition. It takes place at the THEA Foundation, and will feature work from members of the ALA. Bryan Massey, an accomplished sculptor and professor of art at UCA in Conway, was the judge for this exhibition.
The Arkansas League of Artists is an organization that was formed to promote fine art in Arkansas. The members of the League gather to learn from one another and frequently have Plein Aire programs where members go to the specified site to paint outdoors.
This annual Winner’s Exhibition is a wonderful way to enjoy and appreciate some of the talent we have in Arkansas. These working artists are supportive of each other and the arts, and constantly strive for the best.
So you see, we’re all winners with all the great stuff happening in Argenta!
Winner’s Exhibition
THEA Foundation
401 Main Street
(501) 379-9512
Opening Reception:
Saturday, December 5, 2009
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Events…
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Our online calendar is now ready for use! Please visit us at www.hotinargenta.com and click on the calendar page. From there you can post all your events for the Argenta area! Here are a few samplings:
Argenta Farmer’s Market - Saturday; 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OPEN ALL WINTER LONG!
North Little Rock Christmas Parade – Sunday; 2:00 p.m. Begins at Pershing and Main.
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Nov 19th, 2009 by hotinlittlerock
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Get in the Spirit
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November 19. 2009
We’re getting excited. The holidays are literally right around the corner. This really is our favorite time of the year. All the decorations start going up. People seem happier and friendlier. And there are parties galore!
So let’s get started and get in the spirit with the Junior League of North Little Rock’s Holiday Home Tours! This year you will be able to tour gorgeous homes in the exclusive neighborhood of Shady Valley. None of these homes is smaller than 4200 square feet … so you can imaging the beautiful decorating you’ll see!
And they’ve got some great special events planned to go along with the general tours. Tomorrow, there’s a luncheon at Pulaski Technical College that includes a great fashion show, a tour of the bonus home and a weekend pass!
Or you can enjoy the wine and cheese party Friday night at the home of Vincent Insalaco for $20 (or $25 at the door).
But if you do nothing else – get your general admission tickets and tour these spectacular homes that are all decked out for the holidays. We think this is a great way to get in the spirit of things and get some great decorating ideas for your own home – no matter its size.
Home for the Holidays
Holiday Home Tours in the
Prestigious Shady Valley Neighborhood
November 20 – 22, 2009
Visit www.jlnlr.org for more information and a map of the homes!
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Upcoming Events…
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Our online calendar is now ready for use! Please visit us at www.hotinargenta.com and click on the calendar page. From there you can post all your events for the Argenta area! Here are a few samplings:
Argenta Farmer’s Market - Saturday; 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OPEN ALL WINTER LONG!
Third Friday Art Walk – Friday; 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Lots of new shows opening! And the artists all move inside. So c’mon!
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