Local. November 2016

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Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their strength.

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THE LOCAL UNION & CLUB LEVEL 7 BUY LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON 9 Local shopping you'll love

EAT LOCAL / SHOP LOCAL 10-11

Discover local restaurants, shops and services in central Arkansas.

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Shopping local this holiday season

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Rich Niemeyer Kaitlin Schmidt

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Kaitlin Schmidt

COPY EDITOR Stacey Bowers

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Adam Cherepski April Lane Melanie Riedmueller Melissa Tucker

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BRAY GOURMET 20 THE VAN 22

A mission to locate and care for our unsheltered homeless neighbors

LITTLE ROCK ATHLETIC CLUB 24 THE WINTER MARKET 26

Learn more about the Winter Market at Two Rivers Park for all of your local shopping needs.

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ADAM CHEREPSKI Adam received his Master’s degree in Education from UALR. He enjoys everything there is to do with food, from cooking at home to dining at locally-owned establishments.

Writing is a passion of his. Be sure to check out his blog, oneflewovermyhouse.tumblr. com and on Facebook at One Flew Over My House.

APRIL LANE April Lane has a love for the Natural State, from its natural beauty to the lively culture found in the capital she now calls home. She is an alumnus of UCA with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations and Speech Communication and a graduate of the Faulkner County Leadership Institute.

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even years certified as a doula, Nicolle Fletcher has a passion for supporting women and families during pregnancy.

What began as her wanting to educate women in the community about their birthing options has become a network of doulas who serve all of central Arkansas and neighboring areas.

The term “doula” is Greek and means woman serving woman. This method has been a part of the way people birth since the beginning of time, when women would come together to teach and support each other. Local met with Fletcher to learn more about her dedication to empowering and teaching the community about this service.

Birth By Design offers three types of doulas: Birth, postpartum and bereavement.

Birth doulas are active participants in prenatal care, labor and delivery. The birth doula meets with the client prenatally, and depending on the package that is chosen, they have four to six appointments together. During those meetings, they cover nutrition, diet and exercise, and follow ups with the mother that hold her accountable to having a healthy pregnancy.

They also discuss different aches and pains and what their causes could be and determine comfort measures that help mothers have a more comfortable pregnancy. Doulas provide resources for chiropractors, massage therapists or physical therapists.

Doulas encourage a client to talk about her birth plan with her doctor so the doctor and the patient can be comfortable when the woman goes into labor. The doula listens to the mother 4

and family and puts all of their options in front of them, basically a platter of resources and knowledge when it comes to birth. Fletcher said that the subconscious thoughts of birthing can be greater than words can articulate, so a doula will ask a client to envision her birth process and put it in a drawing, then they go over it and figure out how best to execute the vision. The doula’s job is to help prepare the woman mentally, physically and emotionally to achieve the goals. The doula should provide nonjudgmental support to the client so that ultimately she will birth however she chooses and have her voice heard.

The emotional side of preparing for labor is the biggest part of the process, and the birth doula helps with the mental side of labor since they both carry their own type of emotional trauma. Fletcher said she likens doulas to a wedding planner; your journey to the birth is still the same, but it’s so much more comforting and it makes it easy for you just to focus on getting through labor if the doula is there helping simplify the birth process and taking all the fuss out of it. Fletcher said that a doula’s role is not like an OB/GYN, nurse or midwife in that none of those additional roles will change the birthing process; they are there to assist.

A doula assists the mother in following her instincts during the labor and aims to keep her relaxed and comfortable. The doula will stay for 24 hours of face time during labor and then will call the back-up doula. The doula will also stay after the client gives birth and will call within

12-24 hours after that. The final visit is within the first week after mother and baby go home.

If a postpartum doula is hired, the client will meet with them at least once during pregnancy to get comfortable with one another and get an idea about how the dynamic would be. The postpartum doula helps carve out the plan for after the baby arrives. The postpartum doula relationship starts once the baby and mom are home and ranges from 2 ½ to 4-hour shifts at a time, for 12- to 24 hours depending on the package.

A bereavement doula is available if a client has a baby with a terminal diagnosis, and while the birth or postpartum doula is still active, they will bring lots of ideas, keepsake ideas and emotional support. If there’s a miscarriage during the current pregnancy, the bereavement doula is available as well.

Fletcher wanted to clear up a few misconceptions that are prevalent about doulas.

One of the most widespread misconceptions about doulas is that they are midwives. Doulas help navigate some of the changes that are part of birth, are not medical professionals and do not utilize medicine; however, they do understand the benefits and educate the clients on the pros and cons of medication that is available, and the client decides whether or not to use it. Doulas work with women who plan on having a licensed midwife home birth, deliver in a hospital with or without medication and with cesarean births.

Another misconception is that the doula takes the place of a spouse or partner. The doula is a support system for everyone involved. This includes doctors, midwives and nursing staff.

There is a belief that one can only hire a doula if having an non-medicated labor. The doctors and nursing staff may advocate for a patient to have a doula if she is having a natural birth, but if a patient says she wants medicated labor or cesarean or happens to have a breech labor, the doula is not advised to the client. This is a big reason Birth by Design wants to educate the community about doulas, so that no matter what circumstances mothers are going through, they know that doulas are available to them.

Fletcher noted that the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology currently recognizes

doulas as an effective yet underutilized tool in C-section prevention.

Other services available are placenta encapsulation and Dancing for Birth classes.

The Dancing for Birth classes are in Conway on Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Stage Door Dance Arts. These classes are available during and after pregnancy.

Testimonials: “Having someone so knowledgeable, calm and reassuring to reach out to throughout my whole pregnancy was priceless. Cora’s encouragement and support took so much stress off my husband so that we could work together and enjoy my pregnancy. We also have lasting friendships with the other new parents from our childbirth classes, and we continue to meet and support each other. Having a doula at our baby’s birth made us feel empowered and prepared. Birth by Design was such a positive influence on my pregnancy and birth story, and I recommend them to anyone looking for a great birthing experience.” - Jessica W. “My first advice to expecting mothers is to hire a doula! Their doula services helped calm my fears and answer my many questions throughout my pregnancy. During my natural labor and delivery, I felt cared for and comforted at all times. After our son was born, I realized how empowered and confident I felt because of his birth, which was a huge step in giving me confidence for motherhood. Before having a doula, I never realized the many options women have for their birthing experiences--no matter what their wishes are--and I am so thankful we had the opportunity to make our very own unique story.” -Kristy B. The Birth by Design headquarters are located at 1155 Parkway Street in Conway. The Little Rock office is located at 13401 Chenal Parkway inside Wellness Revolution. Birth by Design is currently serving clients delivering in Clarksville, Russellville, Conway, Searcy, Cabot, North Little Rock, Little Rock, Benton and Bryant.

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Local Union, located in Little Rock’s Heights neighborhood and owned and operated by Brad McCray, is quickly becoming Little Rock’s favorite late night bar. Formerly known as Salute Bistro, Local Union opened on Halloween in 2015. When asked what vision McCray had to transform this already frequented spot into an even more successful late night lounge, he said that after taking over, he immediately closed the doors and began to transform the interior of the space. “We wanted to go with a masculine whiskey bar look, so we created a penny top bar, black tufted leather ‘U’ booths, incorporated the use of old gas and water pipes into the space, and used reclaimed wood for our tabletops,” he said.

Salut was known for good food late at night, and McCray wanted to grow that reputation.

“Local Union offers a full menu until 5

a.m., everything from our Spicy Southwood Cheeseburger to tempura battered chicken tenders to a Caesar salad that can be ordered all night long,” McCray said.

One commitment McCray has made in all his business ventures is to provide qualityand ingenuity-driven visions for what he sees as the most important amenities to late night goers. One of those is a clean and safe place to enjoy that final nightcap before heading home. “We have plenty of seating and one of the best patios in town for you and your friends to gather around and enjoy signature cocktails and great food. We offer Little Rock something fun and safe that can keep you having a good time until 5 a.m. Guests leaving Level are usually given complimentary guest memberships to Local Union as our way of saying thanks for supporting our wonderful establishments week in and week out,” McCray said.

A safe, fun and clean environment offering great food and cocktails until 5 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday seems to be winning over locals. Local Union is also available 7 days a week for private parties, and McCray said it would be the perfect place to host your small to midsize company Christmas party.

There are many things to love about this local spot, and McCray wants to keep on making it better. The atmosphere is virtually unmatched,

Club Level is about as unique a night club as you can find in Little Rock. When pulling together what sets it apart and why the spark of this club has ignited flames throughout the city, the answer can easily be found in its mission statement: “Level embodies an experience that captures the unmistakable style and energy of those unique individuals who define both the popular and underground culture of Little Rock’s nightlife.”

According to its website, the club shows off “sleek and modern decor combined with raw, industrial touches … Level presents a creative concept that cannot be found anywhere else. Our club features 10,000 square feet of immersive experience that includes two full bars, a full kitchen, posh furnishings, an elevated DJ booth, the latest in audiovisual and lighting designs, spacious VIP accommodations and a top-notch staff to round out your club experience.”

Enter Level and find yourself completely immersed in another world right on Main Street.

Brad McCray, owner and visionary of Club Level, had the idea for quite some time, and in

2013 the cards fell into place for him to obtain a space to make his vision a reality. McCray has owned a few very successful night life spots over the years, including On The Rocks. When asked what his personal experience has been running some of the city's most beloved clubs, he gave all of the credit to his patrons. “Simple… we have an amazing city. The energy from our young professionals that support Level never ceases to amaze me, and I'm grateful to be able to provide that kind of atmosphere for Little Rock," McCray said. “We get to be a part of some of the best birthday parties, wedding afterparties and people out celebrating promotions and good times with friends.”

Level also offers a VIP service unlike any other club in the city. This writer recently attended a private birthday party and was astounded by the service and true, genuine dedication I observed by the staff. It was an amazingly creative and fun experience. McCray said that, along with their state of the art sound and light system, the VIP service is what makes Level stand out the most.

“It all derives from our overall attitude of being the best we can,” he said. On any given week you can find some of the best DJs in the city, including Little Rock’s The Sleepy Genius and recent Memphis transplant JJ Wilson, found regularly lighting up the dance floor and making

sure your week has everything it needs to go out on a high note.

The allure of Club Level has been established as a quality, intentional club that seeks to make your night better by having stepped foot inside their doors. The drinks, the music, the staff and the commitment to doing something different from the rest is what keeps patrons coming back.

Mark your calendar for their annual New Year's Eve Masquerade Party as it will be the biggest in town without a doubt! To keep up with Club Level, download their new CLUB LEVEL app which is available for apple and android devices. You can earn loyalty points that reward you with free entry and free VIP and request our complimentary shuttle service Level is located at 315 Main Street in downtown Little Rock. Find them online at clublevelonline.com or at (501) 372-1515.

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This holiday season Once again, we want to remind readers about what it means to be a local and the steps we can all take to continue to support our local businesses, our local economy, our friends and neighbors.

Take these steps for a happy and prosperous holiday season this year: Shop Local – Support local retailers and service providers by doing your holiday shopping with them. Remember that for every $100 you spend at a local business, approximately 70% recirculates in our community, supporting local jobs and reinvestment in the community.

When $100 is spent with a non-local business, around 40% stays here. For a directory of local, independently owned businesses check out the end of the magazine for Local First business members.

Make a 10% Shift – Already a strong

supporter of local businesses or ready to make a switch to local? The smallest change in shopping behavior can make a huge difference.

Make a goal of shifting at least 10% of your non-local purchases to a local business this holiday season. If all of central Arkansas shifted 10% of their purchases, it would result in 100s of new jobs and potentially millions of dollars in new economic activity.

Eat Local Food – Just because the weather has cooled doesn’t mean there isn’t still a plethora of local food to enjoy for the holidays. A wide variety of fresh vegetables is still available along with meats, eggs, herbs, cheeses and milk, nuts, apple cider and locally produced wine, beer and liquor. Numerous farmers markets are open through mid November and are great resources for local foods.

Use Cash – Consider using cash when

making holiday purchases at local businesses.

Not only will using cash help ensure you’ll stick to your budget, but it can save local businesses thousands of dollars in processing fees. That means even more of your money will stay local.

Give and Volunteer - Local non-profits contribute significantly to the quality of our community and can use all the help they can get during these challenging economic times. Consider a monetary gift or volunteer some time. Your contributions will be greatly appreciated, and you’ll feel great for helping out.

Relax and Have Fun – After all, that’s what this season is about. Take the time to enjoy the season and all its bounty along with your family and friends. You deserve it.

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Bray Gourmet is a local deli & catering spot located in downtown Little Rock that features smoked turkey spreads, smoked meats, fresh salads, soups, desserts and fresh breads. Open for breakfast and lunch. 323 Center St. in Little Rock. 501-353-1045

Mean Pig BBQ is family owned and operated and strives to serve only the best cuts of meat and the freshest sides. You may have seen them on Man Vs. Food, where Adam took on the Shut Up Juice Challenge. 3096 Bill Foster Memorial Hwy in Cabot. 501-941-5489

Arkansas Burger Co. is one of the best burger joints in Arkansas. Offering perfectly grilled, oldfashioned burgers, sandwiches, salads, chili and homemade desserts, ABC is definitely worth trying out. Celebrating 16 years of local service.

7410 Cantrell Rd. in Little Rock. 501-663-0600

Brave New Restaurant provides a casual, warm environment, delicious food and excellent service at a reasonable cost with a goal to have every meal be a celebration of food. 2300 Cottondale Ln. in Little Rock.

501-663-2677

Rolando's Nuevo Latino is a unique creation that has produced exciting foods of Latin America in a setting of southern hospitality.

Rolando's features an outdoor patio that accommodates 60 people. 210 Central Avenue in Hot Springs. 501-318-6054.

Maddie's Place is funky, informal and familyfriendly that is taking Little Rock dining to new levels with fresh adaptations of comfort food with a New Orleans influence. Try them for lunch, dinner or just to hang at the bar. 1615 Rebsamen Pk. Rd. in Little Rock. 501-4660-4040

@ The Corner focuses on “finer diner� foods.

Gourmet breakfast, burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches, salads and soups all get unique flavor twists with restaurant owners sourcing locally as much as possible. Daily specials & Fried Friday! 201 E. Markham in Little Rock. 501-400-8458

Trio's Restaurant is where innovation and tradition come to dine. Frequent menu changes, local produce & warm hospitality are hallmarks of the nearly 30 years of service here in Little Rock. 8201 Cantrell Rd, # 100 in Little Rock.

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Los 3 Potrillos offers a big menu of truly authentic Mexican cuisine and lots of reasonably priced choices in both vegetarian and meat dishes. Eating on the go? Order some tasty take out. 1090 Skyline Drive in Conway.

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Ozark Country Restaurant is a long-standing favorite. The eatery specializes in big country breakfasts, pancakes the size of your plate, sandwiches and other lunch plates during the week, also a dinner menu Thurs-Sat. 201 Keightly Dr. in Little Rock. 501-663-7319

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Mrs. Polka Dot was formed in 2007 with a passion for monogramming and everything personalized. The clothing line possibilities are endless. Pick from any of their samples or create your own by picking your fabric. 611 Beechwood St in Little Rock. 501-603-5177

Natural State Glass Gallery aims to provide central Arkansas with a truly unique and wonderful glass buying experience. The shop features locally hand blown glass and jewelry to suit any taste. 740 South Salem Rd., Ste 101 in Conway. 501-358-6657

Udelko is a women’s mobile boutique. Shop the truck for stylish clothing, jewelry/accessories. Their collections focus on unique designs, eclectic styles, boho attire and classic closet essentials. Find out where they're located or book your own private shopping party and they'll come to you! udelkoshop.com

Balloon Town is here to bring something different to Arkansas. Why have a boring party, when you can have balloon décor? They specialize in 3D sculptures, arches, columns & dance floors.

They can build just about anything to fit your needs. 501-317-6468. www.balloontown.net

Lakewood Health & Rehab is a licensed nursing home. The staff provides personalized services designed to meet the needs of every patient and offer the assistance you need while respecting your independence. 2323 McCain Blvd. in North Little Rock. 501-791-2323

Park Hill Pet Clinic is a total-care veterinary facility dedicated to small animal health care, treatment and disease prevention. Services include, but are not limited to, exams, laser therapy, surgeries, baths, dentals and in house labs. 2900 N. Main St in N. Little Rock. 501-758-7387.

Argenta Bead Company is a full service bead shop. Make your own jewelry to adorn yourself with a one-of-a-kind creation or have them make it for you. They also do repairs, classes & host parties. 703 Main St., Argenta, NLR, 501.537.0928 argentabead.com

Stifft Station Gifts is a quirky gift shop and place to play in a really old building located in the Historic Stifft Station District. Offering a variety of locally made goodies, homemade products and more. 3009 West Markham St. in Little Rock. 501-725-0209

Hocott's Garden Center has been a part of Hillcrest since 1939. Find a variety of annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, ground cover, house plants, seeds, bulbs, containers and gardening supplies.

Come walk around the beautiful space. 3612 Kavanaugh Blvd. in Little Rock. 501-663-8376

LJ’s Automotive Repair provides top-quality automotive services to Central Arkansas.

Specializing in all auto repair, they offer everything from oil changes to general repair problems. A family owned business that fixes what others can’t. 8403 JFK in Sherwood. 501-392-6497

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BE A LOCALIST.

By Kaitlin Schmidt

Spending Local during the Holidays

As we are approaching the busiest shopping season of the year, Local encourages you to look locally first while doing your holiday shopping.

There are so many ways to shift some of your holiday spending to local stores, restaurants, services and even breweries. Not only will you get great quality products and service, you will also help strengthen the local economy. A good day to start is Small Business Saturday, which 12

will be Saturday, November 26, this year.

First observed in Massachusetts on November 27, 2010, it is a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which feature big box retail and e-commerce stores, respectively.

By contrast, Small Business Saturday encourages holiday shoppers to patronize brick and mortar

businesses that are small and local. Small Business Saturday is a registered trademark of American Express corporation. It also began in the UK in 2013 after the success in America.

Small Business Saturday is about Main Street, not Wall Street. It’s about entrepreneurs and families providing things that the chains and e-commerce companies aren’t: the unique gifts and genuinely friendly customer service that only small businesses can offer their community and visitors. This is where your hard-earned cash can help the local economy in a very big way. Since 2010, customers and small businesses alike have been able to kickstart their holiday shopping season on a day celebrating the uniqueness, charm and economic impact that small businesses bring to communities nationwide.

We all spend more money this time of year, so now it’s time to spend some of that with intention. If we made a slight shift in our holiday dollars, we would see a boost in our economy that lasts long after the holidays. There are so many ways to look local first this time of year.

From buying a New Year’s Eve dress or holiday outfit at a local boutique to having a location for a holiday party for your office or catering by a local restaurant, there are so many ways to take advantage of fantastic, independently owned businesses. For those of you who like to shop online, you can still shop locally online.

Just look up local artists on Etsy.com or directly through their websites.

Put the economical part of this to the side for a moment. There is much more that local businesses bring to the table besides the financial wellbeing of an entire city.

Small businesses add so much to the framework of our local communities. For example, this writer could not imagine getting a haircut anywhere except my favorite salon or not having the opportunity to purchase one-of-akind accessories from the numerous talented artisans in Arkansas. When looking for a fun day with friends, I know there is a plethora of local breweries and cafes that provide a great time and amazing customer service. Businesses

like these help define the very makeup and character of a community. You develop genuine relationships with your regular shops and restaurants you frequently attend. You gain a sense of truly wanting to help a friend succeed at their dreams and then feel great by being a small part of their success story. All cheesiness aside, what fun would it be to live in a place with no character?

When you need something, ask yourself, “Can I find this at a local store?” As customers, we collectively spend a large portion of our annual shopping budget between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31.

Choosing local and independent businesses is an effective strategy year-round, but especially important at the holidays. Shopping at independent retailers helps strengthen the local economy, expands employment, fosters community and provides a more relaxed, fun and rewarding shopping experience, which is why this holiday season, Local is challenging you to the 10% shift for the holidays. The point is to shift 10% of your holiday spending to locally owned businesses. It is not about spending more, it is about shifting where we choose to spend our money. The smallest change in your shopping behavior can make a huge difference in your community.

I hope while everyone else is camping outside of Best Buy on Thanksgiving night in the freezing cold, you are enjoying the holidays with your family and planning your holiday shopping at some of our many great stores and boutiques around town. Take the challenge, shop small, dine small and make a big difference. Spend your holiday money with intention, and let’s create a wonderful holiday for all of Arkansas. Stay tuned to our social media for specific events, deals and fun things happening in your town for Small Business Saturday!

Keep an eye out for numerous events and festivals around central Arkansas that are taking place before Christmas that have local vendors.

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If you are a native of Little Rock, you are probably familiar with Doe’s Eat Place. The small restaurant on the corner of Ringo and Markham Streets has been there since 1988 and has been a landmark ever since George Eldridge brought the concept over from the original location in Greenville, Mississippi.

The eat place gained notoriety as a favorite of former President Bill Clinton. In fact, it served as a meeting place for many of Clinton’s staff during the 1992 presidential campaign. Since that time, Doe’s has been visited by the likes of Jane Pauley, Wolf Blitzer, Jim Gaffigan, Terry Bradshaw and John Ritter as well as many others. You don’t draw that kind of clientele in Little Rock unless you are doing something well.

The menu at Doe’s is simple, but the food is far from it. For dinner, you can choose from tamales, shrimp, steaks or salmon…nothing more. With a menu that is so “limited,” you know the efforts have been concentrated on quality, and that is exactly what you will get.

When people think of the steaks at Doe’s, the enormity of the offerings is usually the first thing that comes to mind; quality should be. Yes, the steaks are large (you order by the pound), but the superiority of the offerings is at the forefront. The steaks are cut in house every day and dry-aged for 21 days; this is the reason for their succulent flavor and tenderness. Many people think that a steak is a steak is a steak. I can assure you, this is not the case. If you are one of those who feels this way, I implore you to test this theory at Doe’s; you will experience what can only be described as an epiphany.

When you think of the physical attributes of Doe’s, you may think of what one would call “a hole in the wall.” This is exactly right.

This atmosphere is modeled after the original Doe’s — a no-frills, comfortable place to have an amazing meal, a place where the staff treats you like family.

If the happiness of the staff is indicative of the quality of the restaurant, then Doe’s serves as a true testament of this correlation. Many of the team members have been at Doe’s for more than 20 years, including Chef David, the manager, Debra, as well as the servers. This speaks volumes as it is a rarity in any business, but especially in restaurants.

Since the food at Doe’s is served family style, it only makes sense to share this experience with others. The restaurant has two different party rooms to host your upcoming gathering, whether it be getting together with your family or having your office holiday party. The larger of the two rooms can accommodate up to 65 guests, and the smaller up to 25. Anything you see on the dinner menu is available for parties.

If you want to do a sampling of the different cuts of steaks, they can oblige. If starting with some of Doe’s famous tamales before the main course sounds appealing (pun completely intended), you should indulge. However you want to partake, the staff at Doe’s is there to meet your needs. If this does sound like something you would want to do, I warn you to act fast; rooms book up fast this time of year.

Doe’s is a Little Rock icon in and of itself. Do yourself a favor and stop by for lunch and/or dinner. You will not be disappointed, and you will not leave hungry.

Doe’s is located at 1023 West Markham Street in downtown. They are open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and for dinner Monday through Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. You can find them on Facebook and at www.doeseatplace.net.

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UDELKO Little Rock's only boutique on wheels - Melissa Tucker

Earlier this year, Holly Barron put her passion in the driver's seat when she opened Udelko, a women’s fashion truck. The truck takes her selection of carefully curated boutique clothing and accessories to private parties, festivals, and other public events. It’s a labor of love for Barron, who works to balance her full-time job as executive director of the Arkansas Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers and her passion for fashion-on-the-go .As a transplant to Little Rock via New York and Oregon, Barron saw fashion trucks in other cities and thought the concept was a great fit for central Arkansas. She sees the area as one that embraces entrepreneurs and is highly supportive of local businesses. She began operating in February with private shopping parties and social media shopping, with a bigger goal in mind. “I was so excited about the mobile retail aspect that by May I bought the truck, renovated it using local businesses, and was ready to roll in August,” she said.

Barron described the truck renovation as an experiment to get the look she was going for, but the result was a light-filled, airy mobile shop.

She cut the wall that separated the back of the truck from the cab to bring in natural light, then added shelving and racks, wood plank floors, faux brick wall treatment, and electricity for lighting and temperature control. The truck also has a dressing room with a full-length, lighted mirror. “My goal was to interpret the boutique shopping experience in a small, mobile space. It was important that people felt like they stepped into a boutique as opposed to the inside of a truck,” she said.

Central Arkansas has responded well, Barron said. “It’s been an overwhelmingly positive response. At events, guys will stop by because they’re interested in the renovation and transformation of the truck. But my customers are there for the styles I carry and they’re drawn to this different boutique approach. A lot of my loyal customers like that it’s small and local,” she said.

To keep her merchandise fresh, Barron travels to markets in Dallas and San Francisco throughout the year. “I look for items that are

different or unique; maybe it’s a cool pattern or a detail that stands out, so it’s beyond your basics,” she said. “We all need basics, but we can get those almost anywhere.” To meet the challenge of keeping variety in a small space, Barron stock items that suit different body types. “I try to keep a mix of items that are boho or have a flowing fit, as well as items that are more fitted and structured.” She’s also partial to clothes with pockets and has been known to add them to pieces when it fits with the design. “My customers are happiest when there are pockets!

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And what about the name, Udelko? “That’s the second-most popular question I get,” she said. “There was a vintage shop where I grew up in New York named Udelco after the family who owned it. I have such fond memories of shopping there and it’s probably where my style emerged and my love of fashion was born. I changed the spelling so that I have that personal connection and reminder of what I fell in love with years ago.”

Barron would like to see her truck-and-mortar move toward a brick-and-mortar, but for now she likes the intimacy of her traveling boutique.

“Since it’s small, I get to keep it personal,” she said. “It defines personal and accessible shopping when I bring the truck to you for a private shopping party. It would be great to have a traditional shop, but I would still keep the truck to use in different locations, events, and festivals.”

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- Adam Cherepski Like many who have been raised in a restaurant setting, Chris Bray found himself trying to move in another direction only to be pulled back into the restaurant life. For more than four years, he has been the owner of Bray Gourmet Deli and Catering located in downtown Little Rock. Last year, he even opened a second location in the new CARTI building. Something that he tried to deny has turned into a passion.

The downtown Bray Gourmet Deli is ideally located in the Tower Building on Center Street, so it is never too far away for a stop in for lunch or breakfast or a call-in order to get something to go. Speaking of quick, Bray is in the process of putting the finishing touches on an online ordering option that will also feature a mobile app. Keep an eye out for that very soon.

Also in the works for the downtown location

is a facelift for the front of the house. The existing atmosphere, flooded with fluorescent lights and tile, will be replaced with industrial, rustic amenities. Among these changes are items such as a street-facing bar where diners can enjoy the people watching that downtown provides, raised ceilings to give a more spacious feeling, cedar-faced counter service areas and the warm touch of Edison bulb pendants throughout.

Chris hopes to have all of this completed by February of next year.

Daily specials are being rolled out as well as some new menu items. Specials include chicken salad, taco salads, fish tacos, Deep South quesadillas and the Pimento PIG, which is homemade pimento cheese, smoked bacon, smoked ham, lettuce and tomato on your choice of bread.

Breakfast is also something to consider when it comes to Bray Gourmet.

Both locations open at 7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. For similar prices as typical drive-thru destinations, Bray offers homecooked options with quality ingredients. And breakfast is served until 9:30 a.m.

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Now that you know what they have to offer, did I mention Bray caters? Some of the more popular options include box lunches and party trays to feed your group. Box lunches include one of five different sandwich offerings, and party trays include meats, cheeses, salads and spreads, including the amazing smoked turkey spread which is prepared three different ways: original, Cajun or jalapeĂąo.

If you have trouble pulling yourself away from the office, Bray also delivers.

Chris Bray tried to venture out, and today he finds himself back in the business he has always known. It goes back to the adage, do what you know and do it well.

Fortunately for us, that is exactly what he is doing.

Bray Gourmet Deli and Catering is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, the hours are 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The downtown location is at 323 Center Street (501-353-1045), and the CARTI location is at 8901 CARTI Way (501-660-7699). Find them on Facebook, Twitter and at braygourmet.com.

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THE VAN No Rules. No Apologies. Just Help.

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In 2010, Aaron Reddin started The Van, Inc., a mobile homeless outreach service, out of his car. In February of 2011, the first van was donated to him, and two months later, The One, Inc., was founded and quickly grew into more than Reddin had ever expected.

“Over the next few years, we ended up launching several other efforts across the state to include the Russ Bus (Russellville) and the Mission Machine (Searcy),” Reddin said. This year, the Mission Machine was able to grow into its own independent nonprofit. The Russ Bus is in the process of becoming a fully independent nonprofit, and that process should wrap up by the end of the year. “Our mission has always been to simply locate and love our unsheltered homeless neighbors and fight like hell to make sure no Arkansans have to sleep outside,” Reddin said of The One’s mission. “Over the last few years, The Van has rehoused countless people and met more immediate needs (food, clothing, hygiene, shelter) than we could ever possibly quantify. Our mission is people. I'd say our volunteers and teams of drivers/riders are easily helping a few hundred people every week.”

Their future looks just like the past, Reddin said. “We intend to keep fighting for the unhoused people in our cities. We've always kind of been the organization that fills in the gaps and finds the people slipping through the cracks. Our future goals will always revolve around doing what we can for people right

away, and then figuring out what we can do to try and get them inside.” Some of the other organizations that they share resources with are the Stew Pot and Reach Out. They were able to help Lucie's Place open its first house by gifting a house that was donated to them but that they were unable to use. The One partners with 2nd Baptist Church in downtown Little Rock and Levy Church of Christ in North Little Rock to open emergency shelters during inclement winter weather, and they also work with 10 Fitness to provide showers every last Sunday of the month.

Reddin said he knows that he is leaving out tons of people that help, that they work with, and that support them, but those are a few that came to mind. When asked about how his role has transformed over the years, his response was indicative of just how much these organizations have grown and the needs they are filling. “My role has changed so much over that past few years that sometimes my role is to stay out of everyone else's way,” Reddit said. “My title is President/Founder/Director, but my role has quickly become equipping our teams and volunteers. I spend a lot of time fundraising and maintaining our assets. I also spend a lot of time helping folks who are on the outskirts of town while our teams focus more on the streets.”

Another program Reddin’s group operates is Kathryn’s House. “This is our house for homeless women and children. For several years, we've struggled to get women, and especially mothers and children, into traditional shelters immediately. It was maddening. So we were able to purchase a house for those situations, because we believe that a mother and child should never be left out in our community.”

do is put a couple of blankets in your car and keep an eye out for anyone who may need them.

Reddin said they try to stay stocked up in their warehouse but can always use help with blankets, sleeping bags, socks, underwear, etc. They also go through a lot of fuel scouring the streets to find anyone who hasn't been able to get in, so they could use folks helping with specific items and things, but it also takes money.

When asked what he wanted to make sure the community knew about these organizations, Reddin said, “I Just want people to know that we are always going to fight for people. Always.

I want people to know that we are not trying to shove people through programming and hope they find themselves ‘fixed’ on the other side.

We are a community and a family, and we spend our time and our lives with the people we're trying to help, because they spend their time and their lives trying to help us, too. I want people to know that we are mobile and don't have the staff to be at our warehouse or answer the phone at all times. We know we can be very hard to reach and sometimes hard to work with, but that's because we are busy doing what we do. We don't slow down for much. I also want people to know that we are about as grassroots as it gets, and our supporters and donors are everything to us. We can never, ever, thank everyone enough for getting us here and keeping us going.”

To learn how to help fuel the mission of The One, Inc., and the organizations and mobile units associated with it, follow The Van on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (all can be found by searching “@itsthevan”) and find them online at theoneinc.org.

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ounded in 1973 and formerly known as Westside Tennis until 1989, the Little Rock Athletic Club (LRAC) and affiliates have been a long-lasting staple in the community for many years. Frank Lawrence, CEO and director of the club, came on in April 2013. Lawrence had been in banking for 28 years and had been a longtime member of the club. When the opportunity came around for Lawrence to take over the club, he jumped at the chance to be involved. He was then asked to help in the day-to-day operations, and he decided to leave his career in banking to invest in the Little Rock Athletic Club.

Lawrence was no stranger to the fitness world. In 2008, he started CrossFit Little Rock with another partner and opened officially in 2010. When asked what sets Little Rock Athletic Club apart from other fitness centers, Lawrence described three big pillars that define the club, the first being tennis. They have some of the nicest tennis facilities and have increasing participation in those facilities. The second is swimming, and the third is family, which is arguably the most important part of leading a facility like this. Families are able to enjoy spaces for birthday parties, recreational swimming and another one of LRAC’s greatest assets, large group exercises, including cycling, yoga, high intensity training and CrossFit. On any given week, community members are able to enjoy individual workouts in facilities or participate in one of the many group exercises.

Another asset to the Little Rock Athletic Club is the Little Rock Racquet Club, established in 1967. The Little Rock Athletic Club also has a facility in North Little Rock that was purchased in 1999 as well as a small executive club located in the Capital Hotel. When asked about the Little Rock Athletic Club's future, Lawrence enthusiastically described his commitment to 24

reinventing the club and making sure that it stays true to the foundation that it was built on: providing relevant programs and services within a multipurpose facility.

There's a tremendous variety of incredible opportunities, services and a brand promise that echoes throughout the entire organization.

That promise is a platform for a “life well lived.”

This statement, discussed in LRAC’s brand framework, highlights the emotional and lifestyle benefits they seek to create for their members and evokes the fact that the member’s club is “not just a place, but a state of mind.” That strategic role statement describes them in a way that goes well beyond the category description of “health club,” “gym” or “fitness center.” It underscores that they are a cornerstone in their members’ pursuit of happiness, wellness and growth in their lives.

Lawrence said the most important things about running this organization and the most important aspects of the day-to-day are the people, the staff and ensuring that everyone is connected on a level representative of the community values that the club was formed on.

There are staff members at the Racquet Club that have been there for 40 years and counting, which speaks to just how committed they are.

One of the great focuses of everyone involved in the Little Rock Athletic Club is to create and maintain a connection to the community by providing fitness and continuing to focus on developing relationships. The core values of the athletic club are fun, family, hospitality, integrity and care. These values and a commitment to mental, physical and emotional health are what drives the staff and leadership daily and what continually attracts new members to the club.

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This free event will be filled with activities for the entire family to enjoy, including hay rides, arts and crafts, food truck vendors and a special guest: Santa Claus!

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Special thanks to Riverfest, who will sponsor the Winter Market Beer Garden featuring local craft beers from Lost Forty and Diamond Bear.

“We were pleasantly surprised that more than 8,000 people attended our first Winter Market event,” Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde said.

“This year we’ve added more food trucks and vendors, more live performances and plenty of family fun activities.” Come out and do some holiday shopping and see all the handmade, vintage and more items that will be available.

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he versatile, powerful and comfortable Kubota RTV X Series utility vehicle is made for the jobsite, the farm and for hauling in wild game from the hunt. I would like to share a few options that have been used in the past for hunting and camping, as well as the farm.

From the smallest of the RTV’s, the RTV400 gas powered unit, you can add canopies and windshields or even a soft sided cab. There are work light kits, LED kits and unlimited extras to personalize it for your needs. The RTV X1140 (pictured in the ad) is the ultimate, get-to-thehunt vehicle. This one seats up to 5 people.

This one can be equipped with a full or half cab and a heater. The cab is removable or you can just remove the doors when the weather is nice.

The top of the line RTV X Series is the RTV X1100. This unit comes with a factory cab with heat and A/C. Now you can be warm during deer and duck hunts and cool for dove hunts or fishing. All units are available in orange or camo.

The diesel units offer hydraulic dump beds as an option. The diesel units have plenty of payload and towing capacity to haul your gear and your game.

Below is a partial list of options that are useful for the hunter (some options are model specific): • Racks for the bed of the vehicles. Many configurations available to suit many demands.

• Winches to be used for rescue or to hoist your deer.

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These mount above your head. There are also floor mount racks, and rear racks available • Grill guards • Light guards • Spray-in bedliners • ATV or worksite tires

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Make sure to consider the Kubota RTV as an option for your next utility vehicle. These units are built for strength and durability to get the job done. Even if “the job” is hauling in a nice 10 point buck or a limit of ducks for your group of hunters.

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Retail, Gifts, Hobbies Argenta Bead Company 703 Main Street North Little Rock, AR 72114 (501) 537-0928 www.argentabead.com Bella Vita Jewelry 523 S Louisiana St., Ste. 175 Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 396-9146 www.bellavitajewelry.net Dogtown Sound 4012 J.F.K. Blvd North Little Rock, AR 72116 (501) 478-9663 www.dogtownsound.com ESSE Purse Museum 1510 Main Street Little Rock, AR 72202 (501) 916-9022 www.essepursemuseum.com Erin Lea Lorenzen (501) 590-6072 erinlealorenzen.com Little Rock Frets 10300 N. Rodney Parham Little Rock, AR 72227 (501) 223-3738 www.littlerockfrets.com MADDOX 419 Main St North Little Rock, AR 72114 (501) 313-4242 www.ShopMaddoxOnline.com Rock City Outfitters 406 Edgewood Drive Little Rock, AR 72113 (501) 454-7712 www.rockcityoutfitters.com Romas by Linda Rowe Thomas 310 Center Street Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 301-4913 www.romasbylrt.com The Freckled Frog 419 President Clinton Avenue Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 514-2060

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The Root Cafe 1500 South Main Little Rock, AR 72202 (501) 414-0423 www.therootcafe.com

107 Liquor 250 W Kiehl Ave. Sherwood, AR 72120 (501) 834-2134 www.107Liquor.com

Trio's 8201 Cantrell Road Little Rock, AR 72227 (501) 221-3330 www.triosrestaurant.com

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Agrilla The Bun (870) 476-0253 www.facebook.com/agrillathebun Bernice Garden Farmers Market 1401 S. Main Street Little Rock, AR 72202 (615) 423-7967 www.thebernicegarden.org Dogtown Farmers Market 410 Main Street North Little Rock, AR 72114 (501) 425-1988 www.dogtownfarmersmarket.com Grass Roots Farmers' Cooperative 245 Quality Dr Clinton, AR 72031 (479) 310-0037 www.grassrootscoop.com Little Rock Tomato 3720 E. Broadway

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Nonprofit AR Hunger Relief Alliance 1400 W Markham St Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 399-9999 www.arhungeralliance.org

Little Rock Urban Farming 5910 G Street Little Rock, AR 72205 (501) 319-7511 littlerockurbanfarming.com The Southern Center for Agroecology 5910 G Street Little Rock, AR 72205 (501) 319-7511 southerncenterforagroecology.org Event And Venue Services Legends of Arkansas (870) 540-9867 www.legendsofarkansas.com Milestone Events Center LLC 1418 Main St North Little Rock, AR 72214 (501) 313-4264 www.Milestoneeventscenter.com Arkansas Circus Arts 1101 Cumberland St Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 701-3622 www.arkansascircusarts.com

Argenta Downtown Council 301 Main Street, Set. 203 North Little Rock, AR 72114 (501) 993-1234 www.argentadc.org Arkansas Community Foundation 1400 W. Markham #206 Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 372-1116 www.arcf.org Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub 201 E Broadway North Little Rock, AR 72114 (501) 907-6570 www.arhub.org EAST Initiative 6215 Ranch Drive Little Rock, AR 72223 (501) 593-8977 Heifer International 1 World Avenue

Little Rock, AR 72202 (501) 376-6836 www.heifer.org

Rock City Interactive 300 S. Rodney Parham Rd. Ste 1 Little Rock, AR 72205 (501) 960-7829 www.rockcityinteractive.com

Just Communities of Arkansas 1400 W. Markham, Suite 405 Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 372-5129 www.arkansasjustcommunities.org

Southern Branding 824 W. 7th Street Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 771-1063 www.southernbranding.com

The Van (The One, Inc.) 8016 Faulkner Lake Rd North Little Rock , AR 72117 (501) 955-3444 thronginc.org Promotion - Printing - Media Ad Craft of Arkansas, Inc. 1122 West 3rd Street Little Rock, AR 72203 (501) 372-5231 www.adcraftarkansas.com Ink Custom Tees 400 Casey Drive Maumelle, AR 72113 (501) 851-6916 www.inkcustomtees.com

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Local Magazine 1100 West 2nd Street, Ste 1 Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 476-4200 www.localmag411.com

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