Good morning, Little Rock.

Advisory board members and supporters gathered on October 9 at Trapnall Hall in Little Rock for the Celebrate!

Maya Project's yearly FriendRaiser and Scholarship Drive—donations went to support the Celebrate! Maya Scholarship fund.

A fallen tree blocked traffic near Butler Road — Ballinger Road in southwest Little Rock on Saturday after falling around 2:30 p.m., and city officials rerouted vehicles until it was cleared.

A Little Rock liquor distributor sued today over a missing shipment of Maker’s Mark after 1,185 cases with its distinctive red wax seal were reported stolen in 2024 — officials are reviewing the case for further action.

On June 11, 2001, Kathy Sanders watched Timothy McVeigh be executed by lethal injection in Terre Haute — she is a grandmother whose grandsons died in the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing — and she is still digging for truth.

Families in Little Rock will celebrate 20 years of safe trick-or-treating and games at the annual Big Boo!seum Bash on Thursday, October 30th at nine city locations.

The event is organized by the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Greater Little Rock Museum and Cultural Attractions Consortium and lets costumed visitors pick up game cards to collect stamps for prizes — including Meta glasses and goody bags.

The Hat and Glove Society enjoyed afternoon tea at an elegant chateau—bringing together society members for a traditional social gathering.

At the 2025 Arkansas Paranormal Expo in Little Rock on Saturday, attendees yelled out for Bigfoot, researchers discussed deep water alien residents, and visitors shared UFO sightings—sparking conversations on ghosts and other paranormal topics.

Between Sept. 22 and Sept.

26, Pulaski County recorded several real estate transactions of $150,000 or more. The deals involved properties across Little Rock and nearby areas—ranging from about $198,000 to $4,000,000—highlighting strong market activity.

Arkansas dropped a 33-24 game to Auburn as the Razorback offense turned the ball over four straight times—costing them the win and leaving them with a 2-6 overall record and 0-4 in SEC play.

Brent Stipsky, a longtime rock climber, said the sport—once a small niche—is growing in Arkansas as new climbers turn to indoor gyms and outdoor spots like North Little Rock and Pinnacle Mountain for challenge.

Both young and older enthusiasts value rock climbing for building focus and persistence while scaling varied routes.

The Razorbacks struggled in a Fayetteville game as they had four turnovers — all in the crucial fourth quarter — that cost them a chance to win.

The game showed how key mistakes can change the outcome.

English as a Second Language Class for Beginners

5-6 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library — Registration required — Build your English language skills in a seven-week beginner-friendly course.

Art For Two: Halloween Brooches Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — Cost TBA — Create a unique Halloween brooch under the guidance of a skilled glass artist.

Maumelle Food Truck Festival

11 AM – 12 PM — Lake Willastein Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of food trucks, contests, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant community setting.

Quilting 101: Basting Techniques

3-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library — Free entry — Explore the art of basting quilt layers while crafting with fellow quilting enthusiasts.

Spark! Gala

6:30-9 p.m. — Museum of Discovery — Ticketed event — Delight in hands-on science activities, fine food, and a premier silent auction while supporting local STEM initiatives.

Adulting 101: Food Fundamentals

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Master basic knife skills and air-fryer techniques in a fun, hands-on cooking class.

Arkansas Research & Computing Stakeholder Forum

10 AM – 5 PM — Little Rock Marriott — Free entry — A cross-sector forum to share best practices and explore strategies for supporting Arkansas's research community.

Cafe Mondays

4:30-5:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free coffee and tea — Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with free drinks for teens every Monday during the school year.

Figure Drawing Workshop

12-4 p.m. — Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — Cost varies — Explore figurative techniques with a guided gallery view and expert instruction.

Elf The Musical

1-2:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of holiday cheer with this live theatrical adaptation of the beloved film.