Good morning, Little Rock.

Claire Brown of Little Rock PowerWomen explained how local residents can give during the holiday season — she also outlined ways to support those in need throughout the year.

Officials announced a partnership between the Central Arkansas Library System and Arkansas PBS to run the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive through Nov.

30. CALS locations (serving as drop-off points) will collect new or gently used winter clothing (such as sweaters, coats, hats, and gloves) to support unsheltered residents via local social service agencies.

Yafa Mediterranean Restaurant opened over the weekend on North Rodney Parham Road (located in west Little Rock) with a shawarma-focused menu (its main offering) and now serves customers in the area.

Comedian John Mulaney will perform at 7 p.m. on Feb.

21 at North Little Rock’s Simmons Bank Arena as part of his 'Mister Whatever' tour—tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday.

Little Rock artist Aj Smith will have his silverpoint drawing 'American Dream Series' on view at the Studio Museum in Harlem's grand reopening on Saturday — when the museum unveils its new building and exhibitions — and he will attend the event with his wife.

Two productions of the musical 'Come From Away' will be staged in Little Rock in September 2026—marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept.

11 attacks.

Pianist Orion Weiss, one of two Artists of Distinction on the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra schedule, will perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 this weekend at Robinson Center Performance Hall.

The orchestra’s Beethoven & Blue Jeans program features works by Mexican composers along with Beethoven’s concerto.

Critics pointed to a $479.99 gaming chair and small TikTok payments that made up less than 0.003% of $144M in education funds while officials say the LEARNS Act increased teacher pay — up to $50,000 — and improved oversight.

New rules under Act 920 and actions by Governor Sanders will give schools more freedom to help students do better.

On Wednesday, dozens of tenants at Shorter College Gardens began a voucher intake process at Northbridge Housing Solutions—families brought folders and IDs to start their move from a deteriorating complex set for condemnation.

Officials will meet with residents through noon today—aiming to complete processing by week’s end so families can relocate to safer housing across Pulaski County.

Officials at UAMS said its Fay W.

Boozman College of Health is leading a $2.2M study to improve youth health and access to preventive services—like screenings, immunizations, and check-ups—for kids. Led by Professor Ann Chou, the research began in September and will run through August 2028—drawing on work by public health and family medicine experts to test community solutions.

A $32 million, 52,000-square-feet inpatient rehabilitation hospital is planned for the District at Midtown at 6301 District Ave to serve patients with brain injuries and strokes using 40 beds and a therapy gym.

Cross Hospitals LLC announced the project will add 100 jobs + construction is set to begin in the coming months.

Construction began on a $25 million mixed-use development called the Arena District in downtown North Little Rock last Wednesday.

The project will include an Aloft Hotel and the relocation of Willy D's Rock & Roll Piano Bar—steps that are expected to boost the local downtown area.

The Ragin' Cajun John Morgan

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — $ — GRAMMY-nominated country artist John Morgan brings his blue-collar charm to the stage.

Evening of Wishes

6-10 p.m. — The Venue at Westwind — Tickets not yet available — Enjoy a dazzling evening with dinner, auctions, and entertainment to benefit local children.

Cafe Mondays for Teens

4:30-5:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free coffee & tea — Enjoy a cozy space with free beverages every Monday during the school year.

Mood Swings

8-11 p.m. — Brandon House Cultural & Performing Art Center — Free Food & Hunch Punch while it lasts — A bi-monthly open mic night featuring live performances, art, and community vibes.

Tween Tuesdays

4:30-5:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free entry — Come for the vibes, leave with a cute new bookmark to use.

Cricut Monogram Decals Workshop

5-6:30 p.m. — Laman Public Library — Free entry — Learn to create personalized monogram decals using a Cricut machine with all materials provided.

Wyld Belonging Retreat: Friendsgiving Edition

5 p.m. — Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center — Cost varies — Celebrate gratitude and connection in nature with friends.

Argenta Art Walk

5-8 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Experience the largest Art Walk of the year with local artists and family-friendly activities.

Henny Fest

2-7 p.m. — River Market Pavilions — Check out Hennessy cocktails and food trucks while enjoying live DJ sets.

Cafe Mondays

4:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free coffee & tea — Relax after school with a warm beverage in a welcoming space for teens.