Good morning, Little Rock.

A Religion Calendar lists Sunday worship service times and meeting locations for many local churches in Little Rock.

Residents may submit updates until 5 p.m. Monday by emailing the calendar team.

Dino, a playful tan and white terrier mix puppy born Nov.

1, 2025, is featured as Pet of the Week today in Little Rock. The Humane Society of Pulaski County is ready to help families adopt him (Courtesy Humane Society).

The community mourns the loss of Rev.

Howard 'Flash' Gordon, longtime pastor at First Presbyterian Church who died early Friday at age 87. A memorial service is scheduled at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral at 10:30 a.m. on July 11.

Commerce Construction received a $4.6M building permit for a new Sterling Bank branch at 1701 Rahling Road — a sign of ongoing commercial growth in Little Rock.

On June 6, The Little Rock Chapter of The Links Inc. held its Jazzy Jeans and Jewels fundraiser at the Venue at Westwind in North Little Rock (featuring a buffet dinner by Black Swan Catering Co., dancing by DJ Ricky Lee and a contest) to support Arkansas’ HBCUs.

Ariel Lawhon, a New York Times bestselling author, will headline the Central Arkansas Library System’s Six Bridges Book Festival fundraiser on Oct.

4 at Ron Robinson Theater (100 River Market Ave), with a 5 p.m. reception featuring hors d’oeuvres and drinks followed by a book signing.

The 17th annual Juneteenth in Da Rock festival, held Saturday on Ninth Street, featured live music, food trucks, a 5K run at 7 a.m., and a new pageant (recognizing community service) as families enjoyed a mechanical bull and a dedicated kid zone.

The Arkansas Folklife Festival continues through today at Riverfront Park in North Little Rock with live music, dancing workshops, parades + food demos that celebrate Arkansas culture.

Attendees can join free events and experience traditions from past to present.

Three education developments are underway.

Arkansas State vet school launches ambulatory care for large animals to give students hands on experience — UCA’s Mashburn Center secured a $300K contract to support K–12 teachers, and UAMS extends its biomedical research program with a $19.6M NIH award.

UAMS neurosurgeons (the Razorbacks) competed in New York's Central Park during the Columbia University NeuroCharity Softball Fundraiser tournament earlier this month.

They won two of three games, scoring 17 runs overall, and will return in 2027 to improve team cohesion.

Singin' In The Rain Sr.

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wildwood Park for the Arts — Tickets from $32 — Experience a can't-miss live show that brings the classic musical to life.

Mike Paramore Live Comedy

8-11 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Mike Paramore's stand-up performance.

The Crème De La Crème - Little Rock

8 p.m.-1 a.m. — Little Rock Marriott — 25+ to enter — Experience a soulful and eclectic cocktail party with live performances by DON DEIGO & NICK HUD.

Louisiana Krewe vs Little Rock Rangers Soccer Match

6-8 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch Louisiana Krewe take on Little Rock Rangers in an exciting USL League Two showdown.

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Evening — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a dazzling musical rendition of the beloved Biblical story with diverse musical styles.

Junk Journaling Workshop

4-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Discover the joy of screen-free creativity while transforming paper scraps into unique art.

J & The Causeways Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Stickyz Rock'n'Roll Chicken Shack — $10 cover — Experience an evening of original soulful tunes with J & The Causeways.

Evanescence 2026 World Tour

7-10 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Discount tickets available — Experience the haunting sounds of Evanescence alongside Spiritbox and Nova Twins on the 2026 World Tour.

Meditative Sundays

2-3 p.m. — Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Experience meditation, sound baths, and yoga led by mindfulness specialists in an enriching environment.

Summer Art Club: Create Your Own Amulet

2-3 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Registration required — Craft your own amulet using metal tooling techniques for charm and protection.