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June 29 - July 3, 2009
Science Palooza (Summer Camp)
8:30 AM - 12 PM
Museum of Discovery
6–13 year olds.
Make fruit sing, dissect a brain, and more. Come to one day, or all five days of fun.
For more information or to register for this event, visit www.amod.org/documents/09summercampbrochure_000.pdf or call 501-396-7061.
June 29 - July 5, 2009
"Jeremy Estill: Changing Lanes" Exhibit
Historic Arkansas Museum
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm, Monday through Saturday and 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18, $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9351 or visit www.HistoricArkansas.org.
June 29 - July 6, 2009
Art Show featuring Elena Petroukhina
6 PM
The Art Sceen, 806 W. Markham
Art Show featuring paintings, drawings, and sculpture of local artist Elena Petroukhina.
For more information, visit www.elenapetroukhina.com, call Elena Petroukhina, 870-413-6759 or e-mail perilousadvantage@yahoo.com.
June 29 - July 12, 2009
"The Art of Carl Hancock" - Exhibit
Historic Arkansas Museum
From the Collections of Myrtie Engelkes and Historic Arkansas Museum.
"The Art of Carl Hancock" features approximately 22 sketches and etchings from the museum’s permanent collection and the collection of the artist’s niece, Myrtie Engelkes. Carl Hancock (1898 – 1966) was a self-taught etcher, designer, painter and commercial artist. He sketched many familiar scenes and architectural subjects in and around Little Rock, including the Hinderliter Grog Shop (on the museum’s grounds), the Old State House, the Old Mill and Plantation Road. He also sketched scenes in Memphis, New Orleans and other towns along the southern Mississippi Delta. Hancock was born in Springville, Tennessee, and moved to Arkansas in the early 1900s. He was a long-time resident of North Little Rock.
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm, Monday through Saturday and 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18, $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9304 or visit www.arkansasheritage.com.
June 29 - July 17, 2009
Summer Camp at the Clinton Center - Destination: Space
8:30 AM - 12 PM
Clinton Presidential Center
Students interested in the space program should consider a trial run right here in Little Rock. The Clinton Center welcomes Destination: Space for students who might one day don a space suit. In partnership with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center® in Huntsville, Alabama, summer camps at the Clinton Center will utilize the training equipment and expertise of the world-famous Space Camp®.
Rising 4th and 5th Graders - June 15-19
Rising 6th and 7th Graders - June 22-26
Rising 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Girls - July 13-17Destination: Space Finale Rocket Launch - August 29th.
All camps run 8:30am-noon, Monday- Friday. $75.00 camp fee includes snacks, supplies, five days of admission and simulators, and a t-shirt ($25.00 discount for Clinton Presidential Center Members).
For more information and to register, call Joyce Willis at 501-748-0472 or visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org.
June 29 - July 23, 2009
Edventure Camps 2009
9 AM - 12 PM
Little Rock Zoo
Our Edventure Camp classes offer unique encounters with animals to teach children interesting information about zoology and wildlife conservation. All classes begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at noon. Students receive a Zoo Camp T-shirt with class registration!
Come for 4 days of camp OR sign up for a just a single day!
Registration Information
Please indicate either the camp option with the week desired, or the individual class(es) with the date(s) desired. Space is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. Please make your registration early. Complete a separate form for each child. Payment is due with registration.For more information or to register, please contact the Little Rock Zoo Education Department at 661-7224, visit www.littlerockzoo.com/zoofariclasses or e-mail kwenger@littlerock.org.
Prices are per child, per day or you can sign up for the whole week.
Members, $30.00 per class or $100.00 for all 4 days
Non-members, $35.00 per class o $120.00 for all 4 days
The Little Rock Zoo Education Department reinforces its’ no refund policy for missed classes or camps.You may sign your child up for as many classes as you like provided that he/she is at the appropriate age or grade level and if there is still availability. Register your child for the grade level just completed. All students must meet the age deadline by June 1st.
Reservations will be accepted only by mail or in person. The fee must accompany the registration form to hold your place in the class. Payment is accepted with cash, check, or Credit Card (Visa, Master Card and Discover). Please choose an alternate class in case your first choice is full.
June 29 - August 2, 2009
"Ben Whitehouse--Observation" - Exhibit
Arkansas Arts Center
The British-born, Chicago-based artist has long worked as a photorealist painter and has expanded his own concept of photorealism. The resulting paintings and video are directly observed from nature.
Admission: Free.
For more information, call 501-372-4000, e-mail info@arkarts.com or visit
www.arkarts.com.
June 29 - August 2, 2009
"Jun Kaneko" - Exhibit
Arkansas Arts Center
The extensive representation of the Jun Kaneko's work includes ceramic sculpture, drawings and paintings created over the past two decades.
Admission: Free.
For more information, call 501-372-4000, e-mail info@arkarts.com or visit
www.arkarts.com.
June 29 - August 16, 2009
Cosmic Interplay: Light and Darkness" Exhibit
Historic Arkansas Museum
Cosmic Interplay: Light and Darkness features the mixed media work of artist Don Shaw and the stainless steel sculpture of artist John Ellis. Shaw’s work is strongly influenced by astronomy as he masterfully uses patinas and a technique of embossing copperplate to create the illusion of outer space. “A true work of art is an infinite resource,” says Shaw. “If you look, it will give forever.” Shaw studied at the Museum School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and has taught and lectured at countless colleges and universities including Harvard, the University of Houston, Southern Arkansas University and Rice University. His work has been exhibited at museums both at home and abroad. Closer to home, Don has been a visiting artist for the South Arkansas Arts Center’s AEGIS Middle School Project in El Dorado. He also has experience working with “at-risk” students and has traveled in Arkansas as a visiting artist and lecturer in Batesville, Conway, El Dorado, Hope, Magnolia, Southside, Texarkana, Pine Bluff, Sheridan, and Watson Chapel public schools K-12 and colleges/universities.
Ellis’s own ingenuity and the guidance of mentors has led him down his artistic path with a chosen medium, stainless steel, that allows the artist to slowly process and express his point of view. This process, which he likens to meditation, combines his thoughts, feelings and skills into a concrete form of self expression. “The main influence in my life and my art is the work of Carl Jung,” says Ellis. “Because of his writing and the writing of his followers I have been able to find ways to look at myself in light and in darkness.” Although his works are modern in appearance and materials, the shapes and symbols he draws on are ancient.
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm, Monday through Saturday and 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18, $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9351 or visit www.HistoricArkansas.org.
June 29 - October 25, 2009
"A Circus Hitched to a Tornado: Arkansas Politics in the 20th Century" Exhibit
Old State House Museum
The title for this exhibit on Arkansas politics is drawn from a Saturday Evening Post reporter's description of Senator Hattie Caraway's whirlwind canvass with Huey Long in 1932. Noted political writers Jay Barth and Ernie Dumas serve as co-curators for this panorama of Arkansas politics in the last century from the perspective of that era's dozen most important elections.
Museum hours: 9am-5pm, Monday-Saturday and 1-5pm Sunday.
Free admission.
For more information, call 501-324-9685 or visit www.oldstatehouse.com.
June 29, 2009 - January 10, 2010
"Custom by Design: Contemporary Furniture Handmade in Arkansas" Exhibit
Historic Arkansas Museum, Gallery II
Custom by Design highlights the artistry in handmade, one-of-a-kind studio furniture created in Arkansas. The exhibit includes works by: Tommy Farrell, Mia Hall, Keith Newton, Whitney Patterson, 2009 Arkansas Living Treasure Doug Stowe and Lucas Strack. The furniture pieces on display are rooted in the traditional processes of craft and material with aspects of sculpture, innovation, experimentation and cross-pollination from other disciplines. The common thread in the exhibited works is the notion of function. Each artist has, however, pushed the notion of the traditional every-day furniture by infusing the objects with unique aesthetics, non-traditional materials or concept and narrative.
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm, Monday through Saturday and 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18, $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9351 or visit www.HistoricArkansas.org.
June 29, 2009 - January 31, 2010
"Guns in Arkansas History" Exhibit
Historic Arkansas Museum
Historic Arkansas Museum is open 9am-5pm, Monday through Saturday and 1-5pm on Sunday. Admission to the galleries and parking are free; tours of historic grounds are $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18, $1.50 for senior citizens.
For more information, call 501-324-9351 or visit www.HistoricArkansas.org.
June 29, 2009 - March 31, 2010
"Backyard Science"
Museum of Discovery
There is a world of science in your own backyard!
Backyard Science makes science personal and accessible to everyone. Come and discover the diversity of life and the dynamic range of scientific processes that happen every day all around you.
Step into our backyard and discover that it contains a large, diverse population of living things within different habitats and ecosystems. Experiment with scientific processes that teach about the sky, rainbows, weather, geology, patterns in nature, and latitude.
Learn about the invertebrates and vertebrates that inhabit a backyard, see their backyard habitat, and discover how they interact in a backyard ecosystem.
This exhibit includes:
- Species diversity. Compare the species diversity and biomass of insects to other species of animals.
- Why the sky is blue. Learn about a phenomenon called “Ryleigh Scattering” and experiment with the properties of scattered light.
- Rainbows. Make your own rainbows and learn that rainbows in sunlight are actually circular.
- Backyard astronomy. What stars are visible from your backyard? Learn about the complexities of celestial navigation.
- Weather. Learn about different conditions of the air during various weather phenomena.
- Latitude. Learn how the angle of the North Star can be used to determine latitude in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Plant life in the back yard. Learn about plant pollination and how insects work to perform this necessary task.
- The patterns found in life that live in the backyard. Discover patterns that fireflies create during different weather and temperature conditions. Learn why fireflies flash, and that each species has a different signal pattern.
Schools, youth groups, and other organizations interested in group reservations should call Beth Nelsen at 501-396-7061 for more information.
Admission fees to the Museum of Discovery are $7.00 for children 1-12, $8.00 for adults and $7.00 for adults 65 and older. Annual memberships are available for as low as $45.00.
For more information on the Museum of Discovery, visit www.museumofdiscovery.org.
June 29, 2009 - March 6, 2011
"Bandits, Badges and Bars: Arkansas Law & Justice" Exhibit
Old Statehouse Museum
The exhibit is a history of law and order in Arkansas with an emphasis on the criminal justice system and the state's seemingly endless effort to reform its prisons.
For more information, call 501-324-9685 or visit www.oldstatehouse.com.
June 30, 2009
After the Financial Crisis: Asia and the New World Order
12 PM - 1 PM
Clinton School of Public Service, Sturgis Hall
Ambassador Chan Heng Chee of Singapore will present a Clinton School lecture titled, "After the Financial Crisis: Asia and the New World Order," about the impact of the economic crisis on Asia and a possible reshaping of the global economy. Named Singapore’s ambassador to the United States in 1996, Chan helped orchestrate the 2003 U.S.-Singapore Free Trade Agreement, the first such agreement between America and an East Asian Country. Prior to becoming ambassador, she served as Singapore’s permanent representative to the United Nations and was the high commissioner to Canada and ambassador to Mexico.
Reserve your seats by emailing publicprograms@clintonschool.uasys.edu or calling 501-683-5239.
June 30, 2009
Cajun's Wharf presents Brian & Nick
2400 Cantrell Rd.
Cover charge is $5.00 after 8:30 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. Main Stage bands starts at 9pm and happy hour bands 5:30-8:30pm.
For more information, visit www.cajunswharf.com or call 501-375-5351.
June 30, 2009
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
June 30, 2009
Juanita's presents Nik Parks
8 PM
1300 S. Main
Tickets: $7.00 (must be 18 years and older).
For more information, call 501-372-1228 or visit www.juanitas.com.
June 30, 2009
Kids Cook at the River Market
Bill & Margaret Clark Room, 3rd Floor
Our hands-on kids cooking classes combine fun, eating, and learning with an emphasis on skills, nutrition, and self-confidence with a goal of involving the whole family in the food-making process.
Time: Ages 6-8: 9am-11am and ages 9-12: 1pm-3pm.
Cost: $25.00 child, per class. Early Bird price: $22.00 before June 1st!
Register online! Visit www.rivermarket.info for details.
June 30, 2009
The Afterthought presents Timeless Tuesday
8 PM
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. We never know exactly who'll perform: sax, trumpet, steel drums, vocalist, you name it!
No cover tonight.
For more information, visit www.afterthoughtbar.com or call 501-663-1196.
June 30 - July 1, 2009
Rave Motion Pictures presents "The Tale of Despereaux" Free Family Film Festival 2009
10 AM
Rave Theater
Free admission.
All Rave locations will play these movies on the dates listed:
June 30 & July 1 "The Tale of Despereaux" G
July 7 & 8 "Horton Hears A Who!" G
July 14 & 15 "Space Chimps" G
July 21 & 22 "Igor" PG
July 28 & 29 "Shrek the Third" PGKid's movie meal $1.00 off during this show time only.
For more information, call 501-687-0687 or visit www.ravemotionpictures.com.
June 30 - July 26, 2009
"Squabbles"
Murry's Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Col. Glenn Rd.
(A classic comedy about feuding in-laws!)
Jerry Sloan and his wife are very happy until his mother and her father move in and the peace is disturbed by constant (and hilarious) squabbles. “Squabbles will lift your spirits, make you laugh, and leave you with a warm feeling.” - NewsweeklyFor reservations and additional information, visit www.murrysdinnerplayhouse.com or call 501-562-3131.
July 1, 2009
Cajun's Wharf presents Shon & Noel
2400 Cantrell Rd.
Cover charge is $5.00 after 8:30 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. Main Stage bands starts at 9pm and happy hour bands 5:30-8:30pm.
For more information, visit www.cajunswharf.com or call 501-375-5351.
July 1, 2009
Juanita's presents King-s X w/ Orange Sky, Egress and Third Degree
9 PM
1300 S. Main
Tickets: $15.00 in advance and $18.00 day of the show (must be 21 years and older).
For more information, call 501-372-1228 or visit www.juanitas.com.
July 1, 2009
Legacies & Lunch
12 PM - 1 PM
Main Library, Darragh Center
Arkansas History Students Present Winning Projects for the National History Day Competition
History Day is an academic competition for students in grades six through twelve that promotes historical research as a vehicle for developing writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills. They may choose to create documentaries, live performances, visual exhibits, interpretive websites, or historical research papers. More than 6,000 Arkansas students are involved in History Day projects each year.
Join us at the Butler Center's Legacies & Lunch as this year's winners, who did projects on Arkansas topics, Caroline Poole and Taylor Jackson, along with State Coordinator Pat Ramsey, share their winning projects and discuss how History Day is enhancing history education in our communities.
Admission: Free.
For more information, call 501-320-5700, or e-mail kheller@cals.org.
July 1, 2009
The Afterthought presents Cindy Woolf
8 PM
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
First Wednesday Bluegrass series continues with one of our favorites: Cindy Woolf. This young woman has a pure, sweet voice that just epitomizes good bluegrass.
$5 cover.
For more information, visit www.afterthoughtbar.com or call 501-663-1196.
July 1, 2009
Vino's presents Emmure w/ Mainland Divide, By A Show Of Hands & Hollywood Homicide
7 PM
923 W. 7th
Tickets: $12.00 in advance and $14.00 day of the show.
For more information, call 501-375-8466 or visit www.vinosbrewpub.com.
July 1 - 4, 2009
The Loony Bin presents DAN O SULLIVAN
Breckenridge Village Shopping Center
We will be open for one show Saturday, July 4th at 7:00pm so you will still have time to catch the fireworks!!!
Are you ready for THE BIG O? Is America ready for Dan O’Sullivan’s provocative thoughts? This self proclaimed relationship expert learned some tough lessons when going through a divorce many years ago. He has turned that into a positive experience by sharing his wealth of knowledge with both men and women, young and old. You’ll see and hear a full set of hilarious, fast-paced, uninhibited adult oriented topics. Dan has been advising audiences on the road for many years. He has been seen on HBO, Showtime, and A&E networks. For more information, visit www.myspace.com/danocomedy.
For tickets and additional information, call 501-228-5555 or visit www.loonybincomedy.com/lr.
July 2, 2009
Cajun's Wharf presents Chant
2400 Cantrell Rd.
Cover charge is $5.00 after 8:30 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. Main Stage bands starts at 9pm and happy hour bands 5:30-8:30pm.
For more information, visit www.cajunswharf.com or call 501-375-5351.
July 2, 2009
Demi Lovato with Special Guest David Archuleta
7 PM
Alltel Arena
Tickets: $37.75-$47.75. Tickets available at the Alltel Arena Box Office, any TicketMaster location, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com/
July 2, 2009
The Afterthought presents Thurman & Nesbitt
8 PM
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
Our Thursday Jazz@Afterthought series is designed to showcase some of the best jazz talents in this area. Tonight, we feature the Hot Club/Gypsy Jazz sounds of Bill Thurman and Bill Nesbitt.
$5.00 cover.
For more information, visit www.afterthoughtbar.com or call 501-663-1196.
July 2, 2009
Vino's presents Rikets w/ Butcher Jones and Altus Pocket
7 PM
923 W. 7th
Tickets: $8.00 in advance and $10.00 day of the show.
For more information, call 501-375-8466 or visit www.vinosbrewpub.com.
July 2 - 4, 2009
Arkansas Travelers vs. Midland RockHounds
Dickey-Stephens Park
Game time: Thursday-Friday, 7:10pm and Saturday, 5:30pm.
For tickets, call 501-664-1555 or visit www.travs.com/tickets/.
For information on the Arkansas Travelers, visit www.travs.com.
July 3, 2009
"The Ultimate Caribbean Party": Reggae Boat Cruise
9:30 PM - 1 AM
Arkansas Queen
Admission Cost : $20.00 in advance.
One Love Entertainment is bringing Reggae to the River with the Fourth of July weekend "Ultimate Caribbean Party": Reggae Boat Cruise on the Arkansas Queen. It will be an unforgetable night on the water to start the holiday off right. DJ's Ras Levi, K-One, and Hy-C will be spinning the reggae, hip-hop, and old school tracks. This event sells quickly, so be sure to call for more information now. You don't want to miss the best boat cruise of the summer!
For more information, call 501-744-8842, 501-372-5777 or e-mail one_luve8@yahoo.com.
July 3, 2009
Cajun's Wharf presents Ben & Doug w/ Hi-Balls
2400 Cantrell Rd.
Cover charge is $5.00 after 8:30 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. Main Stage bands starts at 9pm and happy hour bands 5:30-8:30pm.
For more information, visit www.cajunswharf.com or call 501-375-5351.
July 3, 2009
Center for the Dansarts: Transitions
6:30 PM
Robinson Center Music Hall
Tickets: $12.00-$15.00 (ticket price goes up $2.00 day of the event). Tickets go on sale June 1st.
Tickets may be purchased at any TicketMaster location, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com/
July 3, 2009
The Afterthought presents Tragikly White
9 PM
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
This high-octane party band always fills the house and you'll have a great time! The perfect lead-in for a hot Fourth of July Weekend.
Cover is $7.00.
For more information, visit www.afterthoughtbar.com or call 501-663-1196.
July 3, 2009
Vino's presents ARKANSAS ROCKS! 3 Miles To Providence, World War Wonderful & Behind Blind Eyes
8:30 PM
923 W. 7th
Cover: $7.00.
For more information, call 501-375-8466 or visit www.vinosbrewpub.com.
July 3 - 4, 2009
Zoo Snoozes
5:30 PM - 9 AM
Little Rock Zoo
Experience the sights and sounds of the Little Rock Zoo after dark on your overnight adventure in the natural world. Meet education animals up-close, go on an evening safari, participate in fun activities, meet a zookeeper and their animals, tour the commissary, enjoy story time, and make s’mores by the campfire all before bed time! In the morning; wake-up with the animals, have a continental breakfast, see a special morning program, and enjoy the Zoo after the program ends. Snoozes are offered in the spring and fall for outdoor tent camping and are held rain or shine.
Registration Information:
Register as early as possible; spaces fill quickly. Reservation forms will be available in early spring and are accepted by mail, phone, email or in person. Include full payment for all campers with your reservation. A service fee of $20.00 is charged for cancellations with one week or more notice; no refund for cancellations with less than one week notice. Bring your own camping gear and plan to arrive between 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in order to pitch your tent. Dinner is not served but you may bring your own dinner with you. One adult per five (5) children must accompany those under the age of 18. Not recommended for children under two (2) years of age. Family pets are not allowed in the Zoo.The Zoo Member rate per camper is $30.00
The Non-Zoo Member rate per camper is $35.00For more information, contact the Education Department at 501-661-7224, e-mail kwenger@littlerock.org or visit http://www.littlerockzoo.com/.
July 4, 2009
Farmers' Market
7 AM - 3 PM
River Market Pavilions
Open Tuesday and Saturday, May through October.
As the permanent, year-round home for the Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two out door, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks. From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops. Among the list of fresh produce you’ll find: peaches, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, beans, peas, corn, herbs, plants, greens, tomatoes, plums, berries, goat cheese, beets, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, squash, asparagus, eggs, cabbage, broccoli, zucchini, cherries, lettuce, onions, spinach, and radishes.
For additional information, call 501-375-2552 or visit www.rivermarket.info.
July 4, 2009
Fireworks Dinner Cruise
7 PM - 10:30 PM
Arkansas Queen Riverboat
Enjoy a three-course, two-entree dinner while cruising on the beautiful Arkansas River. Dance to the music of "Rockusaurus" or just relax on our outside decks enjoying the sunset, moon & stars. Cash bars will be provided, and you will have prime seating for the Riverfest fireworks display. Special group rates are available.
Admission Cost: $41.00 (Group rates available for 20 or more).
For reservations or additional information, call 501-372-5777 or e-mail roger@arkansasqueen.com.
For information on the Arkansas Queen, visit www.arkansasqueen.com.
July 4, 2009
Fourth of July Family Festival
4 PM
Clinton Presidential Center
The Clinton Presidential Center will commemorate Independence Day with free admission to the Center as well as a family friendly festival on the grounds. Over 10,000 people attended last year's festival. This year will feature entertainment for children and adults alike with storytellers, magicians, inflatable games, and live music by The Big John Miller Band. The Clinton Center is also the perfect place to view the beautiful fireworks show over the river.
The Clinton Library is open with free admission from 9am- 5pm, and the Fourth of July Family Festival will begin at 4pm in the Clinton Presidential Park.
For more information, visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org or call 501-374-4242.
July 4, 2009
Frontier-style 4th of July Celebration
2 PM - 4 PM
Historic Arkansas Museum
Everyone will step in line this Independence Day at Historic Arkansas Museum’s annual Frontier Fourth of July celebration, featuring an old-time patriotic parade.
The public is invited to the free event which also includes living history performances and refreshments. Free parking is available at Third and Cumberland Streets.
The arts and crafts activities of the afternoon will be patriotic in theme, as visitors create things to use in the parade, such as flags, streamers and signs. Stilts and other pioneer games will also be available for the young and young-at-heart. The historic grounds will be alive with costumed re-enactors and living history performances, along with a reading of the Declaration of Independence. As was the custom during 19th-century celebrations, toasts in honor of the nation’s birthday will be called out from the crowd. Everyone will be invited to join in the parade around the grounds at 3pm. Festivities will come to an end as visitors are served ice-cold lemonade and watermelon.
For more information, call or visit www.historicarkansas.org.
July 4, 2009
Picture This...Framing the "Reel" Civil Rights Movement "Blue Eyed "
2 PM - 4 PM
Central High National Historic Site Visitor Center
Join park rangers for Picture This...Framing the "Reel" Civil Rights Movement as we highlight films with civil rights themes. All shows begin at 2:00 p.m. and are followed by a post-show discussion.
Blue Eyed (1996; 90 min.) A full-length workshop with diversity trainer Jane Elliott. Join a group of 40 teachers, social workers, police, and school administrators and watch as the blue eyed members are subjected to blatant discrimination.
Admission is free.
For more information, call 501-374-1957 or visit www.nps.gov/.
July 4, 2009
Pops on the River
5:30 PM
Riverfront Park Amphitheatre
Pops on the River, presented by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette is the state's largest Fourth of July celebration. The event will be held at the Riverfest Amphitheater in Little Rock. Gates will open to the public at 5:30pm. The top 5 contestants from the "Oh! Say can you sing?" contest will perform at 6:30pm, followed by the Happy Tymes Jazz Band at 7:00pm. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra will perform at 8:30pm and the fireworks following at approximately 9:30pm.
Food vendors will be present, and you are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. No pets or coolers, please.
Admission is free, but canned food or non-perishable food donations to the Arkansas Rice Depot are strongly encouraged.
For more information, visit www.arkansasonline.com/pops, call 501-378-3807 or e-mail : nedwards@arkansasonline.com.
July 4, 2009
Super Summer Saturdays in Space
10 AM - 2 PM
Clinton Presidential Center
Experiments in Space (Demonstrations occur on the hour).
Super Summer Saturdays is an annual program where exhibits come to life through exciting and educational activities for families. This summer's all-space lineup that will appeal to aspiring astronauts of any age! Regular admission and $1 per simulator fees apply. Space Station MIR and Space Camp® Simulators will also be available each Saturday. A special snack will be provided. Sponsored by BEI Precision Systems and Space Company, Inc.
Regular admission to the Clinton Presidential Center applies.
For more information, visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org/events/, contact Paige at 501-370-8000 or e-mail pthurmond@clintonfoundation.org.
July 4, 2009
The Afterthought presents Ramona & Carl Party
9 PM
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
Come celebrate Independence Day with burgers, brats, beer and the incredible Miss Ramona Smith! You'll never hear better R&B, soul and more from this Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famer, along with Mr. Carl Mouton. Celebrate!
$7.00 cover.
For more information, visit www.afterthoughtbar.com or call 501-663-1196.
July 4, 2009
The Village presents "Scarface"
8 PM
3915 University Ave.
Tickets: $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door.
To purchase tickets and for more information, visit www.thevillagelive.com/event/this_month or call 501-570-0300.
July 5, 2009
Heifer Moo-Vie: "FLOW: For Love of Water"
3 PM - 5 PM
Heifer Village, 1 World Village
Admission: Free.
This documentary, an official selection of the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, is an in-depth look into the troubling privatization and distribution of water on a worldwide scale.
Visit Heifer Village on Sunday afternoons through August 30 for a slate of thought-provoking documentaries on themes ranging from sustainable living, social justice, climate change, resource development and peaceful co-existence.
For more information, visit www.heifer.org/heifervillage, call 501-907-COWS or e-mail
HeiferVillage-Registration@heifer.org.
July 5, 2009
Juanita's presents Poetry In Motion
6 PM
1300 S. Main
Tickets: $10.00 (must be 21 years and older).
For more information, call 501-372-1228 or visit www.juanitas.com.
July 5, 2009
The Afterthought presents Sunday Jazz Brunch
11 AM - 2 PM
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11am-2pm.
For more information, visit www.afterthoughtbar.com or call 501-663-1196.
July 5 - 7, 2009
Arkansas Travelers vs. Frisco RoughRiders
Dickey-Stephens Park
Game time: Sunday, 6pm and Monday-Tuesday, 7:10pm.
For tickets, call 501-664-1555 or visit www.travs.com/tickets/.
For information on the Arkansas Travelers, visit www.travs.com.
