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This weekend's round-up, a groundbreaking ceremony and a delightful dessert spot.

Events
Weekend Roundup 🤠
🍷 Wine & Dine: Spend your Friday evening at Ease Bistro. Their seasonal menu is perfect for sharing, and wine is available by the glass or bottle.
🎼 All That Jazz! The Actors Theater of Little Rock is presenting "Chicago: An Immersive Experience" this weekend.
🕺 Cut Loose! Kick off your Sunday shoes and head to the Rep to see Footloose now on stage through July 28.
💅Bend & Snap! Legally Blonde will be showing at The Studio Theatre this weekend.
🎸🎶 Celebration on 9th Street: Stone’s Throw Brewing is hosting Block on Rock this Saturday, July 27th, from 6 to 10 PM.
🎭️ You’re the One that I Want! Grease: The Musical will be on stage at Argenta Contemporary Theatre this weekend.
🎂 Birthdays & Books: Paper Hearts Bookstore is celebrating their 3rd Birthday from 10-2 on Sunday.
🎤🎶 Music with a vibe: Check out GiGi’s Lounge to see the Tina Cossey Band perform live on Friday night.
🍗 Just Wing It! Enjoy delicious chicken wings at Wings on the River this Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm at the Little Rock River Market!
🐮 On the MOOve: St Joseph’s Farmstead is hosting its first annual Fat Cow 5K on Saturday morning.
🖼️ A Day at AMFA: Visit the Delta Triennial Exhibit or see Tale of Two Flurffys with your family.
Have a great weekend, friends! 🤠🎉
Education
Making History
The Lyon College School of Dental Medicine, the first of its kind in the state, held a groundbreaking celebration to mark the beginning of renovations for its new location in the Riverdale neighborhood of Little Rock.
🏫 Stunning Views: The Lyon College School of Dental Medicine is situated on the 12th floor of an office building in the Riverdale neighborhood. It offers a stunning view of the Arkansas River, which flows through North Little Rock and Downtown Little Rock.
🎤 Key Speakers: The Lyon College administration, including the President, Founding Dean, and Associate Dean of the dental school, as well as Mayor Frank Scott, Senator John Boozman, and Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, made remarks.
Stay updated by following Lyon College on Facebook and visiting the Lyon College Institute of Health Sciences website.
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Restaurants
Sunshine in a Scoop ☀️
Located on JFK in North Little Rock, Almita’s Chamoy and Ice Cream Shop feels like a ray of sunshine with a cheerful and welcoming environment.
🍦 Ice Cream & More! Discover countless flavors of ice cream, a variety of snacks, and tasty drinks like Fresa con Horchata, all made and served with love. Treat yourself today!
💗 Family Owned: Almita’s is owned by Alma Casagnon, who, along with her family, creates a warm and inviting space for you to enjoy with loved ones.
Stop by and support this family-owned business. You may discover a new favorite place!
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.*
🧀 Ohh CHEESE! The Great Southern Mac & Cheese Championship will be held in Argenta in September.
📣 Shout Out! Little Rock Daily received a plug from The Mighty Rib!
🍅 Support Local: Check out our guide for Central Arkansas's Must-Try Farmers Markets.
🐶 💓 Fur the Dogs: Check out our guide to find the best dog-friendly patio spots in Little Rock to enjoy this weekend.
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