Tis the Season

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Discover the transformative power of art at Brandon House! This nonprofit community-based organization empowers underserved youth and emerging artists through creative education, career development, and cultural events. Their youth programs are licensed by the AR Department of Human Services to uplift Arkansas youth and arts. Go check out their upcoming events here!

Events

Enjoy Festive Family Movies at the Museum This Holiday Season

Movies at the Museum is a special event series featuring timeless holiday classics screening at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. Enjoy movies like The Holiday, White Christmas Sing-Along, and The Grinch in the cozy atmosphere of the museum. 

• Deck the halls: Get dressed up in your holiday best for a special sing-along to the remastered soundtrack of White Christmas with lyrics on screen. 

• 'Tis the season: Gather the family for a festive film experience with The Grinch to kick off your holiday break. 

Learn more about the series and get your tickets HERE.

Sponsored by Ballet Arkansas

Ballet Arkansas Celebrates 45 Years with Nutcracker Spectacular

Experience Ballet Arkansas's 45th Anniversary Nutcracker Spectacular with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra at Robinson Center, Dec. 8-10th.

• Tis the Season: The Nutcracker Spectacular is the largest holiday production in Arkansas and 3rd largest tourism event in the Rock. Set to Tchaikovsky's paramount score, the production will feature live music by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and a cast and crew of nearly 400.

• Nut Cracking Boutique: This year’s performances will feature partial updates to choreography, sets, and costumes as well as the Ballet’s official Nutcracker Boutique found in the lower lobby with each performance. There will be four performances over a three day span of Dec. 8-10th.

Ballet Arkansas is offering 25% off select seats for evening shows (12/8 and 12/9 at 7:30pm) on Cyber Monday with code PLUM! Patrons must enter the code and click "Unlock" before selecting their tickets.

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Community

Where to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in Central Arkansas

Searching for the perfect real Christmas tree? Look no further - here is a list of local Arkansas tree farms put together by Little Rock Soiree!

• Yuletide merriment: With fir, pine, and cypress trees available, each farm offers something unique to make your holiday special. 

• Make the rounds: Take your pick from Bradbury Tree Farms, Motley's Christmas Trees, Shillings Family Christmas Tree Farm, among others.

For more information on the farms and a full list of tree farms in Arkansas, go here. 

Restaurant News

Draft + Table, North Little Rock's Upscale New Upscale Restaurant, Now Open

Draft + Table in North Little Rock opened its doors last week at 301 Main Street. 

• Menu magic: Offering a mix of upscale cuisine, sandwiches, and shareables, this Argenta eatery has something for everyone. High points include Duck Kota, Shrimp Po'Boy, and Braised Rabbit Ragu served on tagliatelle. 

• Design details: The mahogany bar Cregeen's imported from Dublin was taken apart, sanded, refinished and restored - thanks to the team at Shine Interior Design Studio. 

Keep up with Draft + Table HERE. 

Little Rock Daily Picks

In other news…

• It was a Damgoode time: Damgoode Pies, known for its Stuffy pies, pink sauce, and laidback vibe, is closing its Cantrell store just weeks after closing the original Hillcrest location, ending its run of over two decades in the region.

• Keep em' coming: The Mid-America Arts Alliance is offering more $10,000 grants to Central Arkansas artists of various disciplines, coupled with mentorship and professional development​

• Over budget: The Little Rock School District's proposed new West Little Rock high school exceeds its original budget by over $68 million, raising concerns about financial commitments to other school projects