duck thTeakWeoitotdos! D E RBYConwayRegional’sInaugural Visit us at the RV Show February 15-17 Duck Derby Hunt & Banquet to at the Statehouse Convention Center Benefit Men’s Health Programs FOREST RIVER SANIBEL 5W FOREST RIVER CONCORD Dr. Thad Hardin, a family practice physician in Conway, and numerous business influencers from central Arkansas The #1 dealer in Arkansas! will host Conway Regional Health System’s inaugural Duck Derby duck hunt in January. www.rvcity.biz The competitive team duck hunt, a dinner banquet and 18925 I-30, Benton, AR 72015 • (800) 5RV-CITY • (501) 315-4300 silent auction held on the eve of the January 11 hunt, are fundraisers for men’s health programs and the hospital’s Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM • Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM guest house for patient families. The primary goal of Duck Derby is to raise awareness of men’s health and encourage men to proactively seek the various screenings they need at different stages in life. The competition will be based on a point system that will award a designated number of points for various species of ducks. A drawing will determine how many points will be awarded for different species of duck. Teams will turn in their ducks at a designated time the day of the hunt. The winning team receives a premium prize package that will consist of multiple items. The banquet, which is open to the public with the purchase of a ticket, will include silent and live auctions and a raffle of several big-ticket items. Silent auction items include mer- chandise from Banded, S7 Tactical, Mack’s Prairie Wings and Park Hill Home, among others. Live auction items include a tower deer stand, trip to Napa, one-carat diamond earrings and a chance to win a Benelli Montefeltro gun. Grand raffle items include a 2018 Polaris Ranger, an Octa-timber boat and Steel EZ trac trailer, among others. Only 500 raffle tick- ets at $100 each will be sold to provide participants an even greater chance of winning. Information on registration and tickets to the banquet can be found at www.ArkansasDuckDerby.com. invitingarkansas.com | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | 51
FOOD AND DRINK LET’@SEAT OUT BRAVE NEW RESTAURANT ““Peter Brave could Longtime favorite continues to wow! be in New York or L.A., but I’m glad he’s not!” By BRAD HUDGENS FOOD manager who keeps the restaurant running like a well (olive) oiled machine. Peter Brave opened Brave New restaurant’s perennial favorites available New American with The quaint bar area is perfect for to his customers. Peter Brave could be in French influences awaiting your guests, and the wine list Restaurant 28 years ago and is now in New York or L.A., but I’m glad he’s not! is deep, broad and nicely valued. Brave DECOR New Restaurant is open for lunch and a quirky spot off Riverfront Drive on Speaking of perennial favorites, a dinner Monday through Friday, dinner must-order is the Goat Cheese Mousse. A comfortable yet only on Saturdays and closed Sundays. Cottondale. When you arrive you’ll take This is delicate and very tasty. The Baked chic space with The outdoor patio is fun, when weather Camembert appetizer is also stunning, a river view permits, with its stunning view. The an elevator up to the first floor in what as is the Wild Mushroom Tart. These lunch menu is perfect, with numerous appetizers alone will turn you into a $ salads and great lunch-sized entrees. appears to be a professional complex. Brave loyalist. Order several appetizers You don’t have to be Brave to want to for the table to get a good sampling. dine here! I’ll see you there. Once inside, the restaurant’s digs are Brave New Restaurant’s entrée quite nice, with an amazing view of the offerings are diverse and are all PRICE delicious. (God knows I’ve tried most) Arkansas River. The building itself will The Mushroom Wellington is especially Reasonably priced BR AVE N EW R ESTAU R AN T superb and a recent special, Walleye menu and great value 2300 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock soon undergo a nice update. Brave New with Blueberry Beurre Blanc, is really special. There are several entree salads wines. (501) 663-2677 has a loyal following and if you’re not one available for a lighter dinner. Entrees $16-$37 bravenewrestaurant.com of those loyalists, just dine there a couple Randal is the very professional general of times and you soon will be. Peter is one of the first local chefs to bring Modern American Cuisine to Little Rock, when the style was just becoming popular! He is known as an innovator VERDICT BRAD HUDGENS Freelance foodie, top chef, within culinary circles and proves this Brave New is a long wine aficionado, and tenured favorite that investment professional regularly with his menu updates and keeps getting better! 52 | specials. He is also smart, as he keeps the J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | invitingarkansas.com
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SALVATION ARMY LUNCHEON Hosted at the Junior League of Little Rock Arnessa Bennett, Felicia Anderson Jamie & Jay Spalding Marion McAdoo, Juanita Quick, Sandra McFadden Building, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary welcomed friends and patrons to this annual luncheon. Highlights included a silent auction, delicious lunch and a style show presented by Arkansas Fashion School students showcasing original work as featured in New York Fashion Week. Proceeds provide food and supplies for the Salvation Army’s shelter and programming including Pathway of Hope, Food Pantry, Summer Camp and Angel Tree. Don’t see your photo? Visit www.invitingarkansas.com/events Winifred Stamps, Mary Franklin Phyllis Billingsley, June Thompson, Mary Hardin, Lisa Chrzanowski, Michelle Scroggins Marhta Ballentine, Allene Bussard Mary Fine BARCOXANXT’TXSLBEALL Presented by CARTI, the American Sara Beth Leader, Katie Hunter Candi Cox, Lauren Steel, Brooke Hicks Beau Blair, Daniel & Josie Felton, Howard Martindale XCXaXncer Society welcomed friends and patrons to the Cattle Baron’s Ball for an evening of fun + fellowship. Guests enjoyed games of chance, a horseshoe throwing contest, a silent auction and live entertainment by Boom Kinetic. Aaron Gamewell, a cancer survivor and ACS supporter, was recognized for his resiliency and strength. Proceeds of more than $50,000 support mission fulfillment work of ACS – providing funding for cancer research and programs throughout the state. Don’t see your photo? Visit wwDwon.in’tvsietiengyaorukranpshaost.oco?m/events Visit www.invitingarkansas.com/events Jared & Erin Coleman Katie & Bob Bushmiaer Michael & Jennie Stewart, Tabitha & Kelly McNulty Nan Dement, Anne Marie Dillard-Jazic, 54 | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | invitingarkansas.com Megan Delco
FIRST HOTZE Brenda Weeks, Susie Branon, Sue Frank Susan McDougal, Robyn Horn, Paula Cochrane HOUSE RECEPTION Antonio Figueroa and Keith Sandridge welcomed patrons of Hope Rises and Magdalene Coming Home to their home for light bites and libations on the lawn. Special guest Susan McDougal shared her story of prison life as well as signed copies of her book The Woman Who Wouldn’t Talk. Hope Rises is a licensed re-entry facility for female prisoners to spend the last six months of incarceration in a non-prison environment. Don’t see your photo? Visit www.invitingarkansas.com/events Cheryl Grappe, Ryan O’Daniel Antonio Figueroa, Lori Snyder $50 OFF Debbie Wilson, Amy Smith WEDDING DRESS CLEANING invitingarkansas.com | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | 55
ACT WHAT MATTERS MOST Guests gathered at the Argenta Shane Henderson, Spencer Jansen Beth & Patrick McAlpine John Webber, Marjean Rowe, Chad Rodgers, Eric McDaniel Community Theater for What Matters Most, a musical celebration with performances by pianists Drew Jansen and Jimmy Martin. The evening featured an opening reception, silent auction, and live concert with special guest performances by Kathryn Pryor and Judy Trice. Auction items included paintings, photos, ceramics, and posters. It also celebrated Drew and Jimmy’s 30 years history, which they recognized as what matters most. Don’t see your photo? Visit www.invitingarkansas.com/events Terry Masching, Dawne Vandiver, Vincent Insalaco, Jim Wohlleb Judy Tenenbaum, Rick Fleetwood, Karen Masching Chris Shenep, Claire Barton Linda Bonilla SweetheartS tea Steve and Sandy Landers welcomed Joyce Taylor, Tammy Quick, Sandy Landers Charlotte Chapple, Caitlyn Chapple Alicia Hamilton, Billie Heflin, Lisa Olsen the 2019 American Heart Association of Central Arkansas Sweethearts and their mothers to their beautiful cabin in Paron for an afternoon tea and fashion show. The ladies enjoyed light bites from Arthur’s Steakhouse and a fashion show featuring this fall’s boldest styles from Indigo and First Impressions. The afternoon also celebrated the mission of the AHA and the continued success of the Sweetheart program. Photos by Photography by Melisa. Don’t see your photo? Visit www.invitingarkansas.com/events LuAnne Seay, Riley Seay Kinley Ramsey, Terra Ramsey Blaine Cunningham, Olivia Riley, Gretchen Allen, Mary-Kaylin Linch, Michele Linch 56 | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | invitingarkansas.com Rachel Wilbourn, Mary Jewel Janes ImmerSe
REIGNING CATS AND DOGS Friends of the Humane Society of Pulaski County gathered to watch the guests of honor – all adoptable animals from the shelter – walk the red carpet. Artwork, dazzling jewelry and more comprised the live and silent auction. Proceeds support HSPC’s mission – to rescue, rehabilitate, provide veterinary care, spay/neuter and find loving homes for rescued and abused animals as well as care for animals that need specialty surgery or disease treatments beyond the scope of the shelter clinic’s capacity. Crystal Phelps, Tory Dee Freeman Gretchen Skinner, Cici Conger-Portie Debbie Howell, Renee Sharipo, Brandon Mills, Carol Mills Don’t see your photo? Visit www.invitingarkansas.com/events Leslie Harmon, Beth Harmon Jennifer Stewart, Catherine Mulkey Paula & Ricky Hearne Norris & Rosalynn Lyman 20% off ALL HCG Diet Packages! NCHEEWERSYTEOATHRE! Celebrating philanthropy + civic leadership in Central Arkansas for nearly two decades. Looking forward to the new year - #MakingPhilanthropyFUN $799 $640 NO kidamy&matt bell Susan HUNGRY Woman of the Year Women & Children First DECEMBER 2018 honors Susan Hickingbotham 8/21/18 4:32 PM IA-Matt_Bell_Cover.indd 1 invitingarkansas.com invitingarkansas.com | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | 57
JANUARYUPCOMING EVENTS 1/19 Ballet Arkansas’ SPLASH! Don’t miss your chance to get your tickets to “Splash”, Ballet Arkansas’ wildly popular Winter Wine Taste on January 19, 2019. Back for a second year, celebrate the season in style at the beautiful ballroom of the Downtown Little Rock Marriott. Sponsored by Colonial Wines & Spirits, this magical evening will feature live music, an intimate dance performance, and the best of local cuisine and fine wine. Learn more at balletarkansas.org Little Rock Marriott Ballroom [email protected] | (501) 223-5150 2/9 Big Brothers Big Sisters The 6th annual pro-am contest to crown the Official Beer of the LRKA - Little Rock Kickball Association on February 9, 2019 from 7 -9 pm! Raise your glasses while raising money for a great cause: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas. $35 VIP Admission: includes 6:30 entry, keepsake glass or $25 General Admission: includes hors d’oeuvres, samples from contestants & People’s Choice ballot & unlimited Stone’s Throw brews! https://www.facebook.com/events/516724495421143/ ?active_tab=about To reserve your spot, contact Annie at [email protected] or call 501.219.1000 • For more events visit www.invitingarkansas.com/calendar 58 | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 9 | invitingarkansas.com
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