January 2019

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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
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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.

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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!

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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.

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Winifred Stamps, Mary Franklin Phyllis Billingsley, June Thompson, Mary Hardin, Lisa Chrzanowski, Michelle Scroggins Marhta Ballentine, Allene Bussard
Mary Fine
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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LuAnne Seay, Riley Seay Kinley Ramsey, Terra Ramsey Blaine Cunningham, Olivia Riley, Gretchen Allen, Mary-Kaylin Linch, Michele Linch
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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

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Leslie Harmon, Beth Harmon Jennifer Stewart, Catherine Mulkey Paula & Ricky Hearne Norris & Rosalynn Lyman

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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!
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To reserve your spot, contact Annie at [email protected] or call 501.219.1000 • For more events visit www.invitingarkansas.com/calendar

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