
Enid Collins Handbags: Thinking Outside the Bejeweled Box
Join ESSE Museum and Store for our next exhibit, “Enid Collins Handbags: Thinking Outside the Bejeweled Box” premiering June 17th and running through September 28th.

Fabric Pop-Up Extravaganza! | South Main Creative
We have been talking about this for a while and we're SO EXCITED we finally pulled it together! You must see this pop-up featuring vintage and retro fabrics from three collections: a retiring artisan clothing maker, the estate of a decorator, and a longtime collector of rare and wonderful pieces!

SoMa After Dark | The Green Corner Store
Join us Friday, September 5th from 6 to 8 pm during SoMa After Dark where you can Meet the Makers of Althea Farms! Stop by and try a sample of their delicious spice pecans and granola. Make sure you also enjoy a free sample of tea. We can’t wait to see you!

Fiesta en SoMa
Fiesta en SoMa 2025: A Celebration of Latin American Culture
Join us for Fiesta en SoMa 2025 on Friday, October 3rd from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Little Rock’s vibrant SoMa neighborhood! This free, family-friendly event will showcase the best of Latin American culture with live music, traditional dances, mouthwatering cuisine from over 50 food vendors, and a fun-filled kids' zone. New this year, don’t miss the exciting Tamale Taste-Off, where you can sample and vote for the best tamales in town! Come for the food, stay for the culture, and experience the energy of Fiesta en SoMa!

Fiesta at Bark Bar
Celebrate Little Rock’s Latin roots in a paw‑friendly, playful atmosphere.
Sip margaritas while your pup makes new friends.
A perfect outing: friends, dogs, neighbors—all welcome (21 and over).

🌶️🎉 Fiesta en SoMa Tamale Taste-Off 🎉🌶️
Get ready to experience the ultimate Tamale Taste-off at Fiesta en SoMa! Local tamale makers, businesses, and home cooks will go head-to-head to see who has the best tamales in town. For just $15, you can sample all the delicious entries and vote for your favorite!

Nest ED - Speaker Series - Strong Foundations: The Importance of Bone Health
This event kicks off our Nest ED Speaker Series. Join us on August 26, 2025 for an informative and inspiring evening focused on how to care for your bones and support long-term wellness.
We’ll explore the foundations of bone health with expert speakers, engaging conversation, and plenty of time to mingle. Before the speaker, unwind from work with a Sip-n-Shop at Pink Olive!

Unwind- A night of RnB/Afrobeats/Hip Hop
Get ready for night of fun and good vibes! This event promises a dynamic atmosphere with great music, welcoming crowd, delicious food and drinks
Saturday, Aug 23rd will be like none other as we vibe to the sounds of Dj Macc delivering the best RnB, Afrobeats and Hip Hop mixes
RSVP your table today 5019447869 / The Spot

The Bernice Garden Saturday Shop Vintage Market
Check it out!!!!! Our last vintage market of the summer is coming up on Saturday, August 23rd!! We’ll be set up at The Bernice Garden from 4:00-9:00. Score great deals for back to school and find some awesome vintage pieces! You won’t want to miss it!

Back to School Drag Brunch at Bark Bar
📚🍎 Back to School Drag Brunch ✏️💋
School’s back, sass is in session! 🎓✨ Join us for a paws-itively fabulous afternoon with Savvy, Pixie, Alura, and Linden serving looks, laughs, and lip-syncs that’ll earn them an A+ in Fierce. 💅
We open at 11 AM, so get here early to grab your seat, order your brunch bites, and pre-game with a Bark & Stormy. 🍹
🎟️ Tickets: $10 at the door (humans only)

Works of Cynthia Kresse | Boswell Mourot Fine Art
Exhibition of works by Cynthia Kresse
"CHICKEN HOUSES OF ARKANSAS
August 16 - Sept.6
Opening Reception SATURDAY AUGUST 16th. 6-9PM
OPEN Tues.-Fri. 11am-5pm Sat.11am-3pm or by appointment
1501 S. Main St. Suite H Little Rock Arkansas 72202

Crepe Paper Rose Class with Debbie | South Main Creative
Join Debbie of Whispering Wool for this wonderful paper flower class! You’ll learn basics and so much more while creating this incredibly lifelike blowsy rose! Techniques include cutting, sculpting, wrapping, hand-coloring, and gluing.

Wildflowers x Figs Collaboration Event | Pink Olive
🌸🍇 Bloom & bite into summer! Join us for a Wildflowers & Figs event with Fox Trail Farms x Pink Olive. Hand-picked flower bouquets + fresh figs in berry baskets, exclusively available this Saturday, Aug 16th, 11–3. Limited quantity… come early!

Summer Thrifting at QQThrift
The best little thrift store you never heard of- but should have- is open again this weekend. Located on the first floor of Quapaw Quarter United Methodist Church at 1601 Louisiana St in SOMA, the hotter-than-August bargains cover that entire floor and include household goods, artwork, furniture, glassware, kitchen goods, gently used clothing, and you-never-know-what (sometimes we don't until we check out the donations) for anything you need.

📚 Last Week to Stuff the Bus! —order today!
📚 Last Week to Stuff the Bus! 🍪
Now through Aug 15, grab our Stuff the Bus Cookie and help provide school supplies to over 2,600 local students in need.
Available at both locations—order today!

Needle-Felted Wool Snail Baby Class | South Main Creative
Learn to craft one of these adorable needle-felted wool snail babies in this fun and informative class with Debbie of Whispering Wool! You will choose your favorite wool colors and learn to make a simple wire armature. Debbie then shows how to wrap the armature to create a base for attaching and building up wool roving with a specially barbed needle.

Salted Vanilla Vodka Ice Cream Party
We’re ending the week on a sweet note, join us for a special Ice Cream Party in our Barrel House!
To celebrate our brand-new Salted Vanilla Vodka, we’ve teamed up with our friends at Loblolly Creamery to create a limited-edition Salted Vanilla Bean Ice Cream — and you get a free scoop just for stopping by! 🍦

Thursday's Ladies Night | The spot
Grab your girls and join us every Thursday night at The Spot for LADIES NIGHT! 💃✨
From 6–10PM, we’re turning up the energy with:
🎧 Live DJs spinning your favorite hits
🍽️ Delicious food & drink specials all night long
🚫 No cover — just good vibes
👯♀️ The perfect excuse for a weekly girls’ night out!
Whether you're dancing the night away or catching up over cocktails, The Spot is the place to be on Thursdays. Tag your crew, mark your calendars, and let’s make it a weekly thing!
📍 The Spot – Little Rock’s go-to for fun, flavor, and unforgettable nights.

National Loblolly Day (aka National Ice Cream Day) 🎉
MARK YOUR CALENDARS, ITINERARIES, AND TRAVEL PLANNERS🍦NATIONAL LOBLOLLY DAY (aka National Ice Cream Day) IS SUNDAY, JULY 20TH! 🙌 and it’s our 14th BIRTHDAY! 🥳

“Random Thoughts” a retrospective of works by well loved Arkansas Artist Dennis McCann
“Random Thoughts” Works by Arkansas artist Dennis McCann Opening Reception, Saturday July 19 from 6 to 8 pm. Show will run through Saturday August 9.

Thursday's Ladies Night | The spot
Grab your girls and join us every Thursday night at The Spot for LADIES NIGHT! 💃✨
From 6–10PM, we’re turning up the energy with:
🎧 Live DJs spinning your favorite hits
🍽️ Delicious food & drink specials all night long
🚫 No cover — just good vibes
👯♀️ The perfect excuse for a weekly girls’ night out!
Whether you're dancing the night away or catching up over cocktails, The Spot is the place to be on Thursdays. Tag your crew, mark your calendars, and let’s make it a weekly thing!
📍 The Spot – Little Rock’s go-to for fun, flavor, and unforgettable nights.

Back to School Supply Drive | The Spot
🎒 It’s time to give back! We’re collecting school supplies from July 8–27 — supporting both students and teachers. Drop off your donation at The Spot and get a coupon for a free side or dessert on your next visit! 🧇🍟
📍Check out our Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1UN5DQOBKI5GP?ref_=wl_share
#TheSpotGivesBack #SupportLocalSchools #FoodFriendsFun

SOMA MAIN ST MILE
Join us for the SoMa Main Street Mile - a vibrant celebration of health, wellness, and life! Run under the dazzling lights of SoMa Main Street, with a thrilling lineup including a Kids Mini Mile, Open Mile (Men and Women Heats) and the Elite Mile! Presented by Blue Rose Running in partnership with Little Rock Roadrunners and SoMa 501. Get ready for a summer night race towards a healthier, happier you! It's more than just a race, it's a celebration!

ART OPENING RECEPTION | Boswell Mourot Fine Art
Come us Saturday Evening June 14th 6-9PM
Opening Reception with New Work from Glass Artist KYLE BOSWELL and Abstract Artist KATHY BAY. Open to all

Y Necklace with Sparklythangs
“Y”? Because we love to repurpose nostalgic elements and all those vintage bits and bobs into wearable keepsakes! Ann of Sparklythangs guides you through the process of upcycling vintage baubles and antique keys into a wonderful keepsake.

Tinned Fish Promo! | Pink Olive
On Saturday 6/14 – Sunday 6/15, we have a tinned fish promo! Buy any 2 Fishwife tinned fish and get 20% off. While supplies last.

Dear ol' Dad | Community Bakery
Celebrate your favorite father figure with our Father’s Day Custom 6-Pack — pick the 6 designs that best match his vibe!

SoMa Pride
Join us for SoMa Pride 2025 on Saturday, June 7, from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM in Little Rock's vibrant SoMa district! The day will kick off with a colorful Pride Parade followed by a lively street festival featuring live music, food, local artists, and fun activities for all ages. Celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion in a welcoming space, and experience the joy of being part of Arkansas' most exciting LGBTQ+ celebration!
SoMa Pride Pre-party at Boswell Mourot Fine Art
Join us for the official SoMa Pride Pre-party on June 6, 2025, from 6-8 PM at Boswell Mourot Fine Art, located at 1501 Main St, Suite H, Little Rock, AR 72202. Expect an evening of drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and vibrant art in a beautiful gallery setting.

Book Signing and Artwork | The Green Corner Store
Enjoy poetry and literary artwork? Join us on Sunday, May 25, from 1-4 pm for this pop-up book signing event!

The Bernice Garden Saturday Shop Vintage Market
Looking for the hottest vintage summer styles? Visit The Bernice Garden Saturday Shop! We'll be set up in the heart of Little Rock's SoMa district, from 12:00-6:00. Shop 20+ local vendors selling vintage clothing, accessories, and more! Dress up in your most stylish fit and come shop!

Happy Hour at Pink Olive!
Summer’s almost here, and we’re getting the fun started with Happy Hour at Pink Olive.

New Work from Arkansan Ceramic Artist Winston Taylor
NEW WORK from Ceramic Artist WINSTON TAYLOR

Crimson Moon Special Exhibit | ESSE Purse Museum & Store
Join ESSE Museum and Store for our next exhibit, “Crimson Moon: An Exhibit Featuring the Jewelry Collection of Leesa Renshaw,” premiering March 4th and running through June 1st.

Featured Artists | Boswell Mourot Fine Art
Drop by the Gallery and enjoy seeing recent works from some of our top Arkansas Artists.

Ruth Hanna's *HUGE* Vintage Art + More Sale
It’s that time of year again! We’ve been collecting more art for our *HUGE* art sale happening inside South Main Creative on Thursday, May 16th through Sunday, May 18th. Everything is priced to sell! Choose from hundreds of original art pieces from the 40’s-90’s in various styles, sizes, and mediums.