This is the last weekend before holiday stuff starts to get serious(ly fun), so whether you’re soaking in the last few days of sanity or celebrating the most wonderful time of the year, the next few days are going to be pretty sweet. See for yourself.
Friday, November 20
Make a Feast at The Innovation Hub, North Little Rock: ’Tis the season to stuff ourselves silly with incredible food and then go take a nap on the laser cutter. Well, at least it is at The Innovation Hub. The Maker series is all about coming together to create, and this month that means enjoying holiday culinary creations. Food and drinks are provided, but if you have a favorite dish, bring it to share! Dinner starts at 7 p.m. For tickets and more info, click here.
Grand Opening at Southern Sway Boutique, Little Rock: There are certain truths that come to light around the holidays each year, and one of them is this: You need new clothes. Lucky for you, there’s a brand new boutique in Hillcrest that’s going to hook you up. Located at 3608 Kavanuagh (previously The Independent), Southern Sway Boutique is opening its doors with delicious cocktails and is offering door prizes, free gifts with every purchase and special deals on merchandise. We’ve been swayed. The fun starts at 5 p.m. For more info, click here.
Third Friday Argenta Art Walk in downtown Argenta, North Little Rock: Lace up your walking shoes and hit the streets. Every month, the Argenta Arts District opens up with special exhibits for folks to peruse. Walkable galleries include Mugs Café, The House of Art, Greg Thompson Fine Art and Argenta Gallery. We even heard that the new boutique Maddox is offering giveaways, specials and champagne to celebrate. Oh yes. The Third Friday Art Walk runs from 5-8 p.m. For more info, click here.
Saturday, November 21
Turkey-lympics at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, Little Rock: Think you have what it takes to take home the gold at this family fun day event? Never crossed your mind? That’s ok, too. Now you’ve got a chance to test your might with an afternoon full of fall-themed games and activities like Pin the Tail on the Turkey, Holiday History and Touchdown Turkey. Refreshments are provided and the event is free and open to the turkey-loving public. It all goes down from 12-2 p.m. For more info,click here.
Cranksgiving 2015 in Little Rock: It’s a bike ride, a food drive, a scavenger hunt and totally awesome; it’s Cranksgiving. Riders will race to complete a list of tasks around town all in the spirit of Thanksgiving, like purchasing non-perishable goods or performing random acts or kindness. Last year’s list asked for a photo of a teammate shaking hands with a bearded stranger, as well as a photo of the sign of a specific grocery store and a short list of groceries to purchase. Donations will go to local food pantries to help out our hungry neighbors. Start time is 1 p.m. For more info, click here.
Tastefest at Old Chicago, North Little Rock: This one’s a no-brainer, folks. For $7, not only do you get to chow down on some of Old Chicago’s delicious offerings on their heated patio, but you also get to enjoy brews from some of your favorite local spots. Featured goods include selections from Lost 40, Stone’s Throw, Brick Oven, Diamond Bear and more. Must be 21 years or older, duh. Come get your fill from 2-5 p.m. For more info, click here.
Friday-Saturday, November 20-21
CARTI’s Festival Trees at the Statehouse Convention Center, Little Rock: Can we get a giant glass of YES over here? The four-day festival benefitting CARTI patients returns for its 39th year with the theme “London Calling.” On Friday, Festival of Fashion brings the pomp and circumstance of a London runway show to downtown Little Rock with looks from 18 of the most posh boutiques in the city while honoring this year’s style icon, Sonia Worsham. On Saturday comes Tux ‘n Trees, CARTI’s signature black tie event with fine dining and dancing to live entertainment by Dizzy 7, as well as live and silent auctions. Before you go, check out our November cover story featuring CARTI oncologist Dr. Rhonda Gentry. While you’re there, share your photos on Instagram using #HeySoiree, and you could see them in our Festival of Trees online photo roundup next Monday. For more info, click here.
Sunday, November 22
Kristin Lewis Opera Gala at Wildwood Park for the Arts, Little Rock: And you thought Wildwood was taking the rest of the weekend off after Brooklyn Rider? Yeah right. Instead, Little Rock native turned international opera sensation Kristin Lewis is coming home to grace the stage once more, performing the second act of Puccini’s “La Boheme,” arias from works by Verdi and Gounod and a suite from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Prepare to be blown away. The show begins at 4 p.m. For more info, click here.