Movers and Shakers

Local News

The Future is Looking Bright! 😎 

Great news! The Little Rock Board of Directors has officially approved the Downtown Master Plan.

• 💫 Changes all around: The Downtown Little Rock Master Plan has been developing since last September. It was created in collaboration with the Downtown Little Rock Partnership, the City of Little Rock, Sasaki, and others, with intentional public input shaping the vision for our city's future.

• 🚀 Major Step: With the approval of the Board of Directors, these ideas can become reality.

Find out more, including the next steps, in this article by the Arkansas Times.

Events

Block on Rock

Stone’s Throws Brewing is turning 11 and is throwing a block party to celebrate!

• 🎸🎶 Celebration on 9th Street: Block on Rock is happening this Saturday, July 27th, from 6-10 PM. Enjoy food from Loncheria Mexicana Alicia, Slader's Alaskan Dumpling, and Loblolly ice cream. Hear live music by Jason Lee Hale and Brian Nahlen.

• 🍻 Party On! Join the festivities with General Admission (GA) for $5, or spend a little more to upgrade to VIP for indoor AC, catered food, a swag bag, and unlimited pours of Stone’s Throw beer.

Don’t wait! VIP and GA ticket tickets are up for grabs, but they’re going fast. Get yours before they’re gone!

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Community

Little Rock Movers and Shakers

We’re thrilled to unveil 'Movers and Shakers,' our fresh take on 'Person of the Week.' Meet Brae Leni, our inaugural Little Rock Daily Mover and Shaker!

• 🪩 Making LR more fun! Brae is a dynamic force in the local music scene. He is the lead singer of the  Diamond Empire Band and throws some pretty great silent disco parties around the city. He has even collaborated with Tiffany Gouché on a song called "Right Where U Want Me." 

• 🎶 🎷 Coming Up Soon: Brae is the mastermind behind the creation and organization of Little Rock’s Soul Explosion Music Festival, which will host its third annual event on August 9th. Find out more HERE.

We’re thankful for individuals like Brae who make living in Little Rock more fun. Do you want to nominate a mover and shaker? Reply to this email and let us know! 🤩 

Arts & Culture

Filmland 2024

The Arkansas Cinema Society inspires and supports filmmakers in the state, creating a network and becoming a central hub for the film community, including film enthusiasts and current and aspiring filmmakers.

• 🎬️ Lights, Camera, Action: The Arkansas Cinema Society's annual event, Filmland, will be held August 15-18 at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. It will gather the film community to celebrate movies and support Arkansas filmmakers through movie showings, workshops, and discussions with local and international artists.

• 🎞️ An Award-winning Opportunity: Arkansas Cinema Society is seeking volunteers for the annual event in Little Rock. Find out more information here.

Learn more about the Arkansas Cinema Society and its offerings on their website or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

Little Rock Daily Picks

In other news…

• 🏀 HOOP, there it is! Roland Sports Complex is hosting basketball leagues for Youth (1st-4th and 3rd-12th grade) and Men's (50+) this fall. REGISTER HERE.*

• 🍅 Support Local: Check out our guide for Central Arkansas's Must-Try Farmers Markets.

• 🏃💨 Ready, Set, Go! Registration for the 2025 Little Rock Marathon is now open.

• 🕺 Cut Loose! Kick off your Sunday shoes and head to the Rep to see Footloose now on stage through July 28.

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