December 2018

Susan DECEMBER 2018

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Women & Children First
honors Susan Hickingbotham

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What’s 25
INSIDE Methodist Family Health

COVER 36
STORY/18 Tiger Foundation Dinner

26 SOCIAL 40
A Night to Become
8
Breath of Life Gala 41
JLLR Holiday House
10
Opus Ball XXXIV 42
Baron’s Ball
12
A Fair to Remember 45
Garvan Gardens Reception
14
No Kid Hungry Dinner 46
Night of Hope
15
Fountain Fest 47
Divas in the Rock
17
Jones & Son Trunk Show 48
Night on the Stripes
21
Bingo for Bags 49
CARTI Cancer Center
24
Woman of Inspiration 50
UALR Alumni Luncheon

50
Franklin Formal

51
Tiny Hands Monster Bash

52
Suzanne Yee Open House

52
Miracle Ball Patrons Party

53
Celebrate! Maya Friendraiser

55
The Next Course

56
Sweethearts BBQ

PROFILES

20 Ellie Wheeler - Little Rock Zoo

22 Ron King - Recycled Bikes for Kids

44 Stephanie Tucker - Junior Auxiliary
of Hot Springs

LIFE&BEAUTY

26 Fashion - City Chic

54 Dining Review - SoM

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LedETitToEr’Rs “In the external scheme of things, shining moments are as brief publisher/owner
as the twinkling of an eye, yet such twinklings are what eternity is
made of — moments when we human beings can say ‘I love you,’ Michele Towne
‘I’m proud of you,’ ‘I forgive you,’ ‘I’m grateful for you.’ That’s [email protected]
what eternity is made of: invisible imperishable good stuff.”
editor
- Fred Rogers
Kim Meyer-Webb
Imperishable good stuff graces the [email protected]
pages of Inviting Arkansas each month –
showcasing kindness, patience and respect contributing creative cirector
that continue to impress. Each brief, but
lasting anecdote serves as a reminder that Ellen Scruggs
our shared humanity is greater than our
differences. sales executive

Shelly Chapel
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production manager

Annie St. Pierre
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production intern

Alexis Nalley
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Matmon Internet, Inc.

photographers

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Rett Peek

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Lori Sparkman Photography

HE RELISHED in the good stuff. Never underestimate the power of a
Fred Rogers recognized the value of every simple statement to transform the future –
individual and invested his unwavering take time to share heartfelt gratitude with
devotion in the welfare of children. Mr. friends + family and neighbors. After all,
Rogers’ Neighborhood utilized public that’s what eternity is made of…
television as a platform to nurture, educate
and inspire children with thoughtful + These kinds of messages to children
meaningful life lessons. < and adults > are still relevant today. Fred
Rogers remains an icon of authenticity and
Throughout the year, Inviting Arkansas what it truly means to be a good neighbor.
features shining moments of goodness Celebrate this season with a joyful heart and
– neighbors helping neighbors – that consider the magical twinkling moments
transform our community. Susan that make the future bright.
Hickingbotham will be celebrated as this
year’s Woman of the Year for her support #MakingPhilanthropyFUN_
of Women & Children First and its clients,
victims of domestic violence. The statistics Kim Meyer-Webb, Editor
are staggering – one in three women will [email protected]
experience family violence – and Susan
believes it’s a civic responsibility to protect FoLLoW uS oN
and empower fellow Arkansans.
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BREATH OF LIFE GALA

This year’s Breath of Life Gala, presented by the Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation, honored Anne & Mike Preston for
their contribution to the foundation. More than 700 guests
gathered to celebrate the progress towards finding a cure for
cystic fibrosis. The evening featured silent and live auctions,
dinner and entertainment by Mayday by Midnight. Proceeds
of almost $300,000 benefit the continued mission fulfillment
work of the foundation – funding and finding a cure for cystic
fibrosis, a life-threatening genetic disease that affects the
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OPUS BALL
PATRONS PARTY

Chris Olsen welcomed Arkansas Tiffany Mattzela, Ralph Loszak Elizabeth Andreoli, Debi Barnes, Ricardo & Eileen Sotomora, Deborah Baldwin, Jim Metzger
Symphony Orchestra patrons to the Christina Littlejohn
Edgemont Home in anticipation of ASO’s
Opus XXXIV Ball. This patrons party
recognized sponsors and patron ticket
holders for their support of the Opus Ball
with an intimate dinner among fellow ASO
enthusiasts. Guests enjoyed a cocktail
hour and dinner. Chairmen Elizabeth
Andreoli and Debi Barnes hosted the
Opus XXXIV The Symphony Grand Ball
on Oct. 27 at the Little Rock Marriott.

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PHILANDER
SMITH GALA
RECEPTION

Each year, this gala celebrates the rich Jesse Hargrove, Raphael Lewis Orville Abrams, Sylvia Flowers, Robert Blue, Valeria Goldston, Roderick Smothers,
history and academic achievements of Frank Scott Jr. Lisa Menzies-Earvin, Jesse Trice
Philander Smith College and its mission
fulfillment work to make education more
accessible to all students. Gala guests
enjoyed dinner, dancing, and an evening
in support of Philander Forward – the
college’s mission of helping deserving
young minds with access to a successful
college education and the promise of a
fulfilling career.

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Ashly & Dakota Doman Charles King, Mary Louise Williams, Ronald Newsome, Tionna Jenkins, Etta Carter, Harry Roberson, Carolyn Davidson
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Gina & Matt Rickford Stacey McClellan, Penny Burkhalter Ricardo & Eileen Sotomora, Lynn & George O’Conner Jim & Jenny Long, Carla & Peter Emmanuel

Mark & Alison Hayes Greg & Dora Jane Flesher, Terri & Chuck Erwin Cheryl & RJ Robertson, Susan Brown Jan & Randal Hundley
Laura & Jim Engelhorn
OPUS BALL XXXIV

Elizabeth Andreoli and Debi Barnes welcomed guests to
the Marriott Hotel for the Opus XXXIV, Mystical. Musical.
Masqued. Opus! The four-course dinner featured delicious
creations and perfect wine pairings. Other highlights of the
evening included a live auction, The Opus Ball Education
Challenge – enthusiastically garnering contributions from
guests and a generous match by Simmons Bank - and dancing
to the music of The Rodney Block Band. Proceeds support the
statewide educational programs of the Arkansas Symphony
Orchestra.

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Jon & Ashley Honeywell Judy Waller-Breece, Rick & Nancy Ragan Julie Sloan, Kevin Walsh, Brett Pitts Leslie Sink, Nancy McDonald
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A FAIR TO REMEMBER

Chairmen Julie and Walker Sloan welcomed friends and family
of Arkansas Hospice to an evening reflecting the sights and
sounds of an old-fashioned state fair. Guests were greeted
by a juggler, a stilts-walker, sensational auction items and
live entertainment by the B-Flats. Proceeds support the
organization’s mission fulfillment work: enhancing the quality
of life for those facing serious illness and loss by surrounding
them with love and the best physical, emotional and spiritual
care.

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Ryan & Stephanie Hamilton Penny Bower, Ashley Bowen Monica Cooper, Brian Bell, Betty Wilkie Katlyn Gardenhire, Melissa Zygowicz, Erika Ferrando

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NO KID HUNGRY DINNER

South on Main hosted this annual dinner in support of the
Arkansas No Kid Hungry campaign. Amy and Matt Bell
welcomed guests to a multi-course dinner from a collaboration
of chefs and restaurateurs. Proceeds of more than $100,000
benefit the No Kid Hungry initiative - which connects kids
with nutritious food, teaching families how to cook healthy and
affordable meals - to end child hunger in America. Guest chefs
included Ben Brainard, Matthew Cooper, Rebecca Mason,
Jonathan Searle and Anthony Valinoti.

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FOUNTAIN FEST

Hosted by the Contemporaries, proceeds
support the Arkansas Arts Center and the
acquisition of new artwork

Melanie & Matt Buchanan

Kelly Fleming, LaRand Thomas, Margaret Erwin

Jodi & Mike Dennis

Julie Tabor, Don Deaton

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JONES & SON
TRUNK SHOW

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By KIM MEYER-WEBB | Photography by NANCY NOLAN
Styled by LILA ASHMORE

Woman & Children First breaks the mission to create a “safe haven” for
cycle of domestic violence – providing victims of family violence. “If a woman
crisis intervention, safe shelter, social is running for her life, it is a place of
and legal advocacy that are critical quiet and a place of peace where there
resources for families. Each year, the is no violence,” Susan explains. “Women
state’s largest domestic violence shelter & Children First provides protection
garners support for this comprehensive while these women create new lives for
portfolio of services through the annual themselves and their families. Qualified
Woman of the Year Gala. The evening staff provides everything - emotional
honors an exceptional civic leader for counseling, clothing, food, free legal
her commitment to the welfare of all services, childcare, transitional housing
Arkansans and her unwavering support and more. These needs must be met to
of the organization. This year, Susan ensure they remain safe and hopeful.”
Hickingbotham will be celebrated for her
dedication to WCF and its clients, victims Proceeds from the gala comprise a
of family violence. significant portion of organization’s
annual budget – generating not only
A native of Texas, Susan moved to necessary revenue but also community
Arkansas as a child and considers the awareness.
Capital City home. “Our friends and This full-service shelter answered more
family are here, and our church,” Susan than 7,300 calls to the 24-hour crisis
notes. “Through all of our vacations hotline and provided emergency shelter
and adventures, Little Rock remains to more than 600 adults + children –
a touchstone.” With a heart as big as including boys – just last year. Susan
Texas, Susan and her husband Herren promises an unforgettable evening of
are renowned for their generosity entertainment. “Guests will be treated
and willingness to support countless to a private concert by our dear friend
organizations including American Chuck Leavell – who has played with The
Heart Association, Arkansas Children’s Rolling Stones, The Allman Brothers
Hospital, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Band, Eric Clapton and many others.”
and Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Chairmen Natalie Rockefeller and Rachel
Institute. It’s her evident devotion to Harding add that the purpose + mission
improving the lives of women and of WCF is never far from the spotlight.
children that has earned her recognition “We celebrate the accomplishments of
as this year’s Woman of the Year. the organization and our patrons, but we
Women & Children First Advisory are always thoughtful of the reason we’re
Board Founder Cindy Murphy recalls, there,” explains Natalie. “The survivor
“I introduced Susan and Herren to story is a testimonial shared by someone
Women & Children First through several affected by domestic violence and it’s by
fundraisers I developed for the shelter. far the most powerful moment of the
Susan is a tremendous asset to every task evening. It’s these kind of success stories
she tackles and continues to support our that keep us working hard to empower
efforts.” women and their children to live free
from domestic violence.”
Susan believes strongly in the shelter’s

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ECEMBER 2018

“Seeing exotic animals
made the world seem so much

bigger than myself.”

Photography by SARAH ODEN
Hair by Roya Lee with Face Your Day Xpress
Makeup by Cassie Oaks with Face Your Day Xpress

THE GREAT ESCAPE

HOSTED BY the American Association of Zoo continued, so did her interest and adoration of the In addition to the elephants, Ellie cares for
Keepers-Little Rock Chapter, the Little Rock Zoo animals. Ellie was able to get involved through the rhinos, camels, and alpacas. She admits that
welcomes friends and patrons to the annual Great volunteering, which allowed her to work alongside although some duties are less appealing – and
Escapes Art Auction for an evening of holiday elephants for the first time. sometimes literally stink – she cherishes every
festivities. This exclusive, one-of-a-kind art auction moment with the animals. “The best part of being
is comprised of artwork created by animals at She reflects on this relationship harbored by a zookeeper are the relationships we build with each
the zoo. Proceeds support the chapter’s continued volunteering as well as her current role managing of our animals through training,” she notes. “It’s
keeper education and various local and international the elephants. Although Ellie humbly raves fun to watch their confidence grow as they have a
conservation projects. The highly anticipated event about the programs of the Little Rock Zoo, it ‘light bulb’ moment during a training session.”
is recognized for its unique appeal as well as the is the commitment of keepers, like Ellie, and
vital resources it provides to the Little Rock Zoo. their devotion to the animals that make the zoo Most days at the zoo are not all work and
As excitement mounts, Elephant Keeper Ellie a sanctuary of preservation and conservation. no play. The keepers, along with many of the
Wheeler reflects on not only her role at the zoo, but ”Every day the elephants are walked around their animals, look forward to painting together.
also the impact the animals have made in her life. yards and they perform different strength training “Great Escapes features art made by all sorts of
and cardio exercises,” she explains. “Since all the different zoo animals -everyone from a bear to a
Ellie’s love for animals was sparked at a young elephants at the zoo are considered to be geriatric, penguin, a gorilla to an anteater, and of course, the
age. “Going to the zoo as a child really served as maintaining their strength and flexibility is very elephants too,” Ellie adds. We can see examples of
the catalyst for my love of wildlife,” she remembers. important as they get older. It takes a lot of time, community in all shapes and sizes and this event
“Seeing exotic animals made the world seem dedication, and attention to detail to take care of allows us to celebrate the party animal in each of
so much bigger than myself.” As these visits older elephants the way Little Rock Zoo does.” us!

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BINGO
FOR BAGS

This annual fall fundraiser supports IFB
Solutions and its mission fulfillment work -
providing programs and related services
for those who are blind or visually
impaired. Guests played bingo to win
high-fashion hand bags + accessories
and enjoyed cocktails, live entertainment
and a silent auction. IFB Solutions is the
largest employer of people who are blind
in the United States, based on blind work
hours.

Tracey Whitt, Jamie Juhn, Lori Shepard Nicole Ducover, Reed Gibbons Kimberly White, Lynn Matheny, Victoria Poirrer,
Amber Murphy
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BIKESfor
KIDS

Ron King reflects on how Recycled
Bikes for Kids and 100 Christmas
gifts has transformed the lives of

15,000 Arkansans.

By ALEXIS NALLEY

Photography by RETT PEEK

FOR NEARLY a decade, Ron King has been making
Christmas wishes come true. He established Recycle
Bikes for Kids after noticing a news program in
2007. The Little Rock Fraternal Order of Police was
distributing unclaimed bikes to a local ministry; Ron
remembered his first bike and how important it was to
him as a child.

“My first bike was a used road bike I received at
Christmas,” Ron recalls. “There were four of us kids so
I was glad to get any bike. I rode it to school every day
and to the river, the store and the ball field every chance
I had.” These memories inspired him to gather 100 bikes
and distribute them to children on Christmas.

What began as a one-time Christmas present for 100
kids quickly became the better part of Ron’s work.
Since 2008, Ron’s organization has distributed over
15,000 bikes to the community. Ron points out that a
bike is oftentimes a child’s first gift that actually teaches
important life lessons. “It’s a piece of equipment. A
machine to be used for conveyance,” Ron notes. “It
requires responsibility and offers freedom.”

This love and admiration Ron felt for his own bike
translated into a business plan for Recycle Bikes for Kids.
“We ask people for their old bikes, have volunteers come
in to repair them and give them to kids. Everything we
do is free,” Ron explains. “The support of the community
has made this possible.”

Volunteers have shaped and inspired some of Ron’s
ideas for the organization. It was because of the
volunteers that Ron decided to provide bikes to adults
working hard to get back on their feet. “Some of our
early volunteers were from the homeless community and
they asked how they could get a bike. We offer them an
earn-a-bike program and also work with Our House for
the working homeless,” Ron explains.

It’s a personal goal of Ron’s to be a good steward
of the bikes given to him and to distribute them in a
way that really creates substantial change. Despite the
number of times Ron has delivered joy by providing
someone with a bike they didn’t expect - he still relishes
the emotion it brings him. “Almost every day I get to see
a kid receive a bike they never thought they would have,”
Ron notes. “The feeling never changes even after giving
away over 15,000 bikes. It makes me happy.”

www.recyclebikesforkids.org

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS
FROM MY HOME

TO YOURS
Emily Young, Realtor®

The Charlotte John Company

501.952.4316

[email protected]
www.charlottejohn.com

facebook.com/EmilyYoungRealtor

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Cheryl Renfro, Ted & Julie Mullenix, Josh Hallenbeck, Jason & Michelle Nichol, Paige & Hayden Crockett Kelsey Hook, Carli Mizer
Brittanee Vaught-Hankins Jordan Broyles-Hallenbeck

WOMAN OF INSPIRATION

Chairmen Heather McKim and Charles Redfield welcomed
guests to the Statehouse Convention Center for this annual
style show and dinner. Shelley McMillon was honored for
her commitment to the organization. Proceeds support the
important work of Children’s Advocacy Centers of Arkansas,
serving as a liaison between local, regional and national
support agencies and providing resources for a more
coordinated and comprehensive response to child abuse.

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Susan Hutchinson, Shayla Copas Bo Brister, Jen Spore LeAnne Bird, Jan Zimmerman

Rhonda & Michael Wood Percy & Donna Malone John Baine, DeAnn Vaught, Sarah Steward Randy & Darlene Finegan, Katy Bowden

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Scott Beardsley, Gary Mueller, Kelli Reep Caroline McCone, Ritter Arnold

Kim & Steve Cox Steve & Ann Rowell

METHODIST FAMILY
HEALTH DEDICATION

Friends and patrons of Methodist Family Don Cole, Andy Altom
Health gathered at the South Fillmore
campus for the dedication of the new
psychiatric residential treatment center
at United Methodist Children’s Home.
Established in 1899 as the Arkansas
Methodist Orphanage, Methodist Family
Health has expanded into a continuum of
care that serves thousands of Arkansas
children with psychiatric, behavioral,
emotional and spiritual issues and their
families each year.

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Take to the streets with sophistication + style

Photography by SARAH ODEN

Models: Samantha Halsey and Zane Washington with Sculpt Agency

Hair by HAYDON HOWARD with Face Your Day Salon
Makeup by AARON PERKINS with Face Your Day Salon

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A Crystal Christmas Joanna Gaines Best Sellers Homebody + Magnolia Table
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Museum of Discovery Gearhead Outfitters Roberson’s Fine Jewelry
Unique Gifts for Curious Kids Great Minds Drink Alike Gucci Unisex Swiss G Watch
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Eggshells The Villa
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5501 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock
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Fresh ID Pout
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5914 R St, Little Rock Pleasant Ridge Town Center
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Recipes for Every Season
401 Scott St, Little Rock J Duke & Co
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Shot Glasses for Holiday Spirits
2616 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock
(501) 661-1167 shopboxturtle.com

Haus Werk
Wrapped in Red this Season
2923 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock
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Hillcrest Designer Jewelry The Full Moon
Samual B. Bracelets Vietri Flower Vases
3000 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock 3625 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock
(501) 246-3655 hillcrestdesignerjewelrycom
(501) 663-4367
Rhea Drug Store thefullmoonlittlerock.com
Sweet Holiday Wishes
2801 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock E. Leigh’s
(501) 663-4131 rheadrugstore.com Kendra Scott Accessories
2911 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock
(501) 265-0448

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TIGER FOUNDATION
DINNER

Little Rock’s exclusive Friends, patrons and alumni joined
Bond No. 9 the Little Rock Central High Tiger
Foundation in celebration at the 3rd
fragrance boutique annual Award of Excellence Dinner. The
evening’s festivities included fabulous
food and fellowship and recognized
alumni Muskie Harris, Clyde Horton, and
Brooks Robinson for their dedication to
the organization. The Tiger Foundation
provides critical support and resources
for students and staff at Central High.

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EUROPEAN
WAX CENTER

We reveal beautiful skin

By LEE DECOTE | Photography by LORI SPARKMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

AS OF MAY 2017 more than on how to pay for school, but
1.3 billion people in the United lack on guidance in proper job
States are employed as barbers, placement.
hairstylists, and cosmetologists,
and according to the Bureau This is why the mother and
of Labor Statistics the field is wife from North Little Rock
expected to grow by 13% in the Arkansas is establishing a
next ten years. Statistics like scholarship for cosmetology
these are what drove Jeanette school for people who are
Eichhorn of European Wax studying to become an
Center to start her business five esthetician. “I not only
years ago. want to help young people
gain a valuable education
“The increase in the but help place them in the
cosmetology industry is what right environment that will
inspired me to bring the allow them to succeed in the
concept of body waxing to industry.”
Arkansas. There are other
places in the state but the Jeanette isn’t a person that
franchise European Wax was born into the business
Center created an environment world or someone who
that the others just don’t have.” inherited her way. Hers is an
incredible story of an individual
Body waxing technicians with determination, will, and
are listed in the category of self-discipline of finances.
skincare specialist (esthetician) This Central Arkansan has
and use different techniques battled her way through being
to remove body hair with homeless from the age of 11
wax treatments. Skincare to 16, fought her way through
specialists must complete 12 physical and mental abuse, and
months of school to become pulled herself up to overcome
an esthetician and hold a state poverty through careful
license before practicing. This planning and a little help from
education carries a cost starting Dave Ramsey. Her story of
at $20,000 and creates a median growing up in North Little
income of $32,000 a year. Rock and overcoming adversity
is coming out in a tell all book
European Wax Center in the summer of 2019.
employs 47 people in three
centers that opened early With a winning attitude and
spring of 2013. Each clinic a passion to help other young
sees over 60 clients per day keeping to their motto of We reveal beautiful skin. women, Jeanette started a motivational speaking company called Open Door
Empowerment. Her tour schedule will come out in January of 2019 and carry
Jeanette has employed many specialists through her three businesses - located her throughout the United States. “I have become obsessed to help guide young
in West Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Rogers - and has seen first-hand people to their passion and make their dreams become reality. You shouldn’t have
the struggles of paying for school to become an esthetician or cosmetologist. to shut down your dreams because of where you come from or your past.”
Many of the schools throughout the Southern states have financial guidance

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Emmy Rogers, Christa Hudspeth Susan Beckwith, Shane Broadway Terry Benham, Brian Black, Wanda Posey Jill Irwin, Nancy & John Moore

Karen & Kim Hammer Paul White, Andy Herzfeld Nancy & David Mattingly, Jason Kelley, Tom Baxley Jamie & Mike Skelton
Joe & Dana Kleine
JUSTIN MOORE’S
NIGHT TO BECOME

The Boys and Girls Club of Saline County invited guests
to the Riverside Club for a night of live entertainment and
dinner. Country music star Justin Moore gave an intimate
and touching performance during this annual benefit concert.
Local artist Matt Coburn donated four oil paintings that were
sold during the auctions. More than 1,000 friends and patrons
attended this year’s fundraiser and participated in the live and
silent auctions.

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Justin & Kate Moore Margaret & James Herzfeld

Lynn, Wyatt & Harper Ferguson Karla Neathery, Brittany Mills Lee Miller, Jim & Veronica Handley Scott & Shari Bales, Jimmy Don & Christine McKissack

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Georganna Huddleston, Debbie Grooms, Brother Nipper, Amanda Richardson, thTeakWeoitotdos!
Sherry Cline Corey Huffty Ahunting lodge you
only pay for once
Joann Wooldridge, Wendie Weare Leslie Harmon, Christine Millner
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Junior League of Little Rock hosted its annual
Holiday House with more than 180 merchants
from across the country. Friends and patrons
attended Preview Party for an exclusive
opportunity to shop. Arkansas Children’s
Hospital was the presenting sponsor for
Holiday House with a Circle of Patrons that
included Sparkle Patron Christine McKissack
as well as several magic patrons. Proceeds
from Holiday House to support JLLR
community projects that improve the lives of
women and children in Central Arkansas.

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Branson Eggers, Kisa James Pat & Ellen McCabe Misty Parker, Nevin Spatz, Jessica Kelly Jeremy & Sara Brown, Aundrea & Chris Crary

Mark & Patti Fleischner Tammy Caskey, Alisha Chatman, Helen Bumpas, Suellen & Davis Tillman, Jackie Arrison Robert & Mary Zunick
Kerry Lockwood-Owen, Myrtle Batty Bob & Janet Smith
Ray Owen Jr.
BARON’s BAll

Davis Tillman continues to dazzle friends and patrons with a
magical, mystical evening at the Baron’s Ball. Proceeds from
the festivities support Levi Hospital, one of the state’s oldest
and longest-serving hospitals. Guests dressed in costume,
reflecting the event’s theme of Venetian Carnival. Highlights
included a cocktail hour, silent auction, and dinner. The main
attraction was the first class live entertainment. Davis has
organized and directed the annual Baron’s Ball for 15 years,
which supports the hospital’s mission to serve all persons
without regard to economic means.

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Dorothy Morris, Robert Talley

Kristen & Jonathan McGrew Taylor & Jonna Parker Sunny Evans, Betty Millsap, Karen Lauck Terri Box, Zeke Ezekiel, Sylvia Stems

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A ROARING This year, Stephanie Tucker will welcome
guests to a 1920s inspired evening to support
GOOD TIME
the Junior Auxiliary of Hot Springs

Photography by RETT PEEK
Hair by Maddy Spring

Wine crates provided by O’Looney’s Wine & Liquor

STEPHANIE TUCKER plays a variety of roles throughout the community. Roaring 20s attire and enjoys the chance to win amazing prizes,” Stephanie notes.
As president of the Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club in Hot Springs and hospitality “With each ticket purchase, attendees receive poker chips for gaming tables that
coordinator for The CALL in Garland/Hot Springs Counties, she believes it’s will allow entry for grand prizes.”
easy to contribute if the mission is heartfelt. “Our community is full of unique
opportunities for everyone to give back,” Stephanie explains. “Each of us just has Proceeds from the evening’s festivities support the work of Junior Auxiliary
to find what it is that inspires us.” This year, she and fellow chairman, Brittany throughout the year that improve the community. “Projects include scholarship
Akin, will welcome guests to a 1920s inspired evening – presented by the Junior awards to individuals seeking higher education and JA Fun Day - a field trip for
Auxiliary of Hot Springs special needs children for all Garland County schools,” Stephanie explains. “Our
newest project is Have a HeART for Art, which allows each student in each grade
It’s the leadership training and empowering women to serve effectively that from each school in Garland County to create a piece of art that is focused on the
initially attracted Stephanie to the Junior Auxiliary of Hot Springs. “I was heart to promote heart health and awareness in memory of Michelle Bartlett.”
introduced to Junior Auxiliary after attending the annual Prohibition fundraiser
three years ago. I met some extraordinary people that all shared one thing – to Stephanie says her family, especially her mother, and the women of Junior
make sure the children of Garland County are surrounded by support and love,” Auxiliary motivate her civic leadership and continued work to make her city
Stephanie notes. “Obviously, this organization and the ladies involved spoke to my a better place. “Throughout my childhood, my career and volunteering, I’ve
heart and I joined that year.” continued to be amazed by the dedication and passion each woman that has
touched my life has made,” Stephanie says. “I’m grateful to have such strong,
Garland County’s chapter of the Junior Auxiliary only has one fundraising passionate individuals show me how to get the most out of this life we have and
event, Prohibition, which is a flapper era themed party. “Everyone comes in their what mark we are going to leave on our community.”

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GARVAN GARDENS
RECEPTION

Garvan Woodland Gardens hosted an Peggy Clark, Bob Bledsoe Betty Formby, Johnnie Roebuck Karen & Bill Steed, Sunny Evans, Suzanne Steed
afternoon of celebration for the opening
of the Bob & Sunny Evans Tree House
within the Evans Children’s Adventure
Garden. The 1.5-acre area showcases
rocks, a waterfall, caves, and a treehouse.
The structure floats within pine and oak
trees. Children are encouraged to explore
the grounds and immerse themselves in
nature. The stunning architecture was
brought to life through the generosity of
Sunny & Bob Evans.

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A NIGHT
OF HOPE

The Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Jeff & Laurie Barber Elisabeth Miller, Cody Buck Joe Lampo, Jane Wayland, Christian O’Neal
Pulaski County honored Cindy Conger
and Conger Wealth Management for
their commitment at this year’s Night of
Hope. Guests gathered at the Arkansas
Governor’s Mansion to support the
SPSF Pulaski County mission - to
provide funds to low-income single
parent families who are enrolled in local
higher education programs, along with
personal and professional development
workshops.

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Luana Bracy, Howard & Barbara Hawes Mary & Jim Wohlleb Coco Portie, Cindy Conger, Mary Willmuth Jay Barth, Chuck Cliett
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NIGHT ON

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NIGHT ON
THE STRIPES

Friends, faculty and alumni gathered
on the University of Central Arkansas
football field for this inaugural fundraiser,
Night on the Stripes. Guests enjoyed
food and cocktails as well as live
entertainment and an auction. Event
sponsors included Centennial Bank,
Nabholz Construction, First Security
Bank and Crews & Associates. Proceeds
support scholarships and other student-
athlete initiative for UCA student athletes.

Brad Teague, Amanda Hoelzeman Nathan Brown, Eric King Warren Readnour, Maegan & Wes Dyson

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Larry Walton, Brenda Scisson Rush Harding, Houston Davis Madi, Zach, Chris & Minette Throneberry, Shelia & Larry Vaught
Joan & Kerry Molder

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