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Since my first day with At Home in Arkansas, I’ve loved stepping into homes created by the talented designers who call our state home. Admiring their attention to detail, thinking about the functionality they create for their clients—and, yes, being inspired to start a few projects of my own—never gets old for me.
But is this thought process only for clients or do they follow the same formula in their personal spaces? It’s a question we have asked here and continue to enjoy revealing in our Designers’ Homes Issue. This year, we’re sharing two designers from different parts of the state who have different styles.
Jonathan Parkey opens the doors to his traditional, collected interior in Little Rock, while Lee Anne Stelte welcomes us to her (mostly) neutral, contemporary home in Bentonville. While their aesthetics may differ, I think you’ll agree we can all learn something by getting a glimpse into their personal spaces.
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Little Rock art gallery and custom framing shop, The Showroom , is now open in a new location at 2300 Cantrell Road. Owner Sandy Hubler says the building’s open space allows them to better showcase their available works and to put new artists’ pieces on display. Watch their Facebook page for information on a formal grand opening celebration in November. To learn more, call 501.372.7273.
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Home, Holidays, and More
What started as a love of design for Elaine Hunter has grown into a celebrated destination for home decor, gifts, and interior project inspiration. “I enjoy finding out what makes my clients and their family feel their best and then bringing that vision to life,” she says. Whether that’s a complete renovation, a refresh of an existing space, or simply
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new pillows and accessories to spruce up for the season, she and the team at Home, Holidays, and More are ready to help.
The Main Street shop is stocked with a carefully curated selection of handpicked furnishings, decor, and gifts that Elaine notes “our designers LOVE and would put in their own homes.”
From seasonal Julie Vos Jewelry trunk shows to their annual holiday open house, the door is always open for you to see the latest arrivals. “Almost weekly we have new customers who tell us that they were told a visit to our shop would be worth the drive!” Elaine adds. Visit Home, Holidays, and More, where you’ll feel right at home.
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PREVIOUS PAGE Zebra and cheetah embroidered throw pillows. Studio West, Little Rock SHOPSTUDIOWEST.COM
1 Sitting Labrador statue. Urban Pad, Little Rock 501.664.4202
2 “Mallards in Flight” fine art print in burlwood frame by Arkansas artist Chelsea McShane. Chelsea McShane Art, Northwest Arkansas CHELSEAMCSHANE.COM
3 Ceramic dog figurines, set of two. Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock CYNTHIAEASTFABRICS.COM
4 Pheasant brass wall mount. A range of animals are available. Home, Holidays, and More, Batesville 870.569.8037
8 Large-scale serpent print. Ninth and Co., Little Rock NINTHANDCOMPANY.COM
9 Windy O’Connor “Birds of a Feather” napkins, set of four. Fig Modern, Conway FIGMODERN.COM
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“Tree of Life” pillow from The Met x Ann Gish collection. Pattern available in other pieces.
1 “Frida” duvet and shams by Amity Home. 2 Sferra “Leranto” bedding in Beige. 3 Ann Gish “Macau” collection. 4 “Bigwig” throw in Sand and “Tolentino” pillow in Alabaster, both from Lili Alessandra. 5 “Apollo” matelasse coverlets in Dove and Comet from Matouk. 6 “Oasis” duvet and shams from Lili Alessandra.
7 Orchids Lux Home “Bella” quilt in Cyan. 8 Lili Alessandra “Terra” duvet and shams in Thunder and “Lima” accent pillows and throw. 9 Bella Notte “Georgia” bedspread in Midnight. 10 Dea’s “Carezza” floral quilt and shams, available in blue or green. 11 “Nazar” duvet and pillows by Ann Gish. 12 “Magnolia Stripe” Navy blanket and “Jovi” linen shams and duvet, all from Annie Selke.
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Creating Cottage Charm
When the worst happened, these homeowners took the opportunity to
They say necessity is the mother of invention. In this case, it was the motivation behind a primary bath renovation. After learning the underground sewer line to their 2001 house had not been properly connected in 15 years, Robin and Mike Rogers embarked on a full makeover to fix the problem.
While the initial discovery was “hysterical and terrible,” as Robin says, it also inspired her to indulge in the renovation of her Pinterest dreams, with design assistance from Leslie Tetrev of Kitchen & Bath Ideas. Beforehand, the space was lackluster. “It was very mid- to late-nineties-inspired, with a huge corner tub with jets, the world's tiniest little fiberglass modular shower, a single sink, and a huge section in the middle that was wide open for no apparent reason,” Robin says. Adorning the windows? “The most intense drapery you’ve ever seen in a bathroom!” she adds.
In the revamp, the couple’s main goals were to capture a British country cottage charm and use every inch effectively. For the color palette, Robin combined both warm and cool hues. “Sometimes I get into bathrooms, and I feel like it's all white, and it’s just so icy and cold looking,” she says. To this point, Robin chose a warm, beigelike hue for the walls and cabinetry and paired it with platinum, leathered quartzite counters. “I hate seeing things on bathroom counters,” she adds. “We put electrical outlets inside the medicine cabinets to hide a lot of that day-to-day clutter like lotions and toothpaste, as well as outlets to charge toothbrushes and razors.” Robin also had a custom-built, silicone-lined storage drawer made to tuck away her hair dryer and styling tools.
But one of their smartest design choices is completely invisible: Robin made sure that all the plumbing and pipes in the new bathroom would be reachable at all times. “Between the shelves, there's a little pop-out panel where we can get to all of the piping in the shower area without ever having to drill through anything,” she says. The same approach was taken with the tub, giving them peace of mind to fully enjoy the new space.
CLEAN LIVING
“I wanted a transom window on the shower because I once went to a hotel in New York that had the most beautiful brass shower door with one. I have obsessed about it for 25 years,” Robin says.
“Old White” Farrow & Ball
“I didn't want anything to be super matchy-matchy in the bathroom because I feel like that's what makes it feel collected and intentional.”
—Robin Rogers, homeowner
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BATHING BEAUTY
The brass-and-porcelain, telephone-style bath faucet was inspired by their home’s overall English cottage aesthetic. Robin notes the stylized fixture creates “a bit of a moment” in the utilitarian space.
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STYLE UNDERFOOT
Gray tumbled marble tiles have a worn effect that add to the cottage-y feel, which is amplified in their Old World basket-weave pattern application.
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MIX MASTER
Wood paneling was added to the walls. “It sounds insane, but if we put wood paneling on the ceilings of porches and sides of houses, and it can survive exterior humidity like that, it can survive a bathroom!” Robin says.
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LET THERE BE LIGHT
The muse for the sconces was clear: 1930s and 1940s makeup vanities. “I wanted it to feel like a bathroom, obviously, but I wanted it to be warm and inviting at the same time,” Robin says.
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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
A Haunting Affair
Event planner Meredith Corning conjures up an Edgar Allan Poe-inspired literary luncheon
“With huge arrangements, people can’t see each other, so we did a low one,” Meredith says. “Everything I picked was to encourage guests to discuss the details.”
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Wooden chairs with a whimsically carved back add to the existing intrigue of the space, while the glass tabletop provides a clean modern surface.
Skulls and ravens and blood-red drinks dot the scene of a spooky gathering, just in time for Halloween. Inspired by the life and works of Edgar Allan Poe, event planner and designer Meredith Corning says, “The concept was not a book club, but a literary circle luncheon, where guests would discuss the complete works of an author and their life in depth.”
She began to pull together the scene by researching Instagram and Pinterest, but felt uninspired. “I didn’t want it to be kitschy,” she said. “I wanted it to be classy and highlevel, not cheesy,” she said. Turning to a different form of technology, she started searching Artificial Intelligence images. “It’s a very Poe thing to do,” she said. “He was a little out there and futuristic with this thinking.”
Corning’s ultimate inspiration—a black and white/ ivory theme with mixed metals—played well in the central Arkansas private residence dining room. The dining space, designed by Jessica Humerick of Citizen's Den Interior, already featured intricately carved chairs with a hint of Tim Burton quirk and a statement zebra rug. “My signature color is a champagne beige, so I also wanted that infused,” Corning says, pointing to the party’s palette. The centerpiece, created by Rose of Sharon Floral Design Studio, infused wispy Plumosa fern, dried hydrangeas and yarrow with lush roses in ivory, champagne, and peach—all of which create a stark contrast against the largely black place settings. “It gives it a dark, moody literary style, but it’s still very beautiful,” Meredith says. “They play very well together.”
Benton-based Vibrant Occasions Catering designed a thematic menu of small plates like soups, salads, and sandwiches. “The Raven” grilled cheese—melted Swiss and Muenster between pieces of homemade black bread, cut into bird form—complements the “The Masque of the
Red Death” creamy tomato bisque. And to keep things appropriately macabre, cherry liqueur filled crystal cordial glasses for a hint of blood red.
Meredith removed an everyday mirror on a side wall and added a triptych Poe portrait for a gallery effect. She was intentional to pay homage to the writer’s virtual storytelling elements by including raven figurines and plates—both of which point to his famous poem “The Raven”—in the design. “Poe’s work has a lot of symbolism and imagery to play off of,” she adds. “We wanted to make the environment a very moody, intellectually engaging, and deeply thematic experience.”
Place settings were topped with Classic Tales of Horror books wrapped with a black satin ribbon. Meredith got the idea from AI images and loved it. “It’s like a little gift,” she said. The ravens and other elements inspired by Poe’s imagery are conversation starters.
Antique blackbound books and black hammered pottery bring weight to counterbalance the white
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dessert, the themed “A Dream Within a Dream” tartlet featured Japanese purple sweet potato mousse in a delicate, buttery tart shell.
The “Annabel Lee” heirloom beets caprese salad with mozzarella balls continued the Poe theme and added a visually stunning, sophisticated dish to the menu.
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PREPARE
Heat the butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring until crisp and most of the fat has rendered. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Lower the heat to medium, add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cover. Cook approximately 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant.
Add the flour and cook for 3 minutes, continuing to stir. Combine the water with the chicken base. Pour this mixture, tomatoes, and tomato paste into the pot and bring to a boil while whisking constantly. Tie the parsley sprigs, thyme,
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4 tablespoons butter
4 slices of bacon
1 yellow onion, diced
½ lb. carrots, diced
½ cup celery, diced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
5 tablespoons flour
5 cups water
2 tablespoons chicken base
28 oz. can San Marzano tomatoes, diced
4 ½ oz. tomato paste
3 sprigs fresh parsley
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1 cup heavy cream
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine and add to the pot. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
When the soup base is cool, remove and discard the herb bundle. Working in batches, transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Using a sieve over a large bowl, strain the tomato puree. Return the puree to the pot and reheat over medium heat. Note: You may also use an immersion blender rather than transferring for last steps. Whisk the heavy cream and salt into the soup and season with pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Find recipes for “The Raven” Grilled Cheese and Charcoal Black Bread at athomearkansas.com/blog in October.
Pagan’s Jewelry: A Jonesboro Gem
In 1934, Tilden Odell Pagan opened Pagan’s Jewelry in Jonesboro, starting a legacy for both locals and passersby. For the past 90 years, the family owned and operated business has become a fixture in the community. As the oldest jewelry store in town, they’ve had the opportunity to experience some of life’s most special moments with generations of families—from engagements and weddings to the birth of babies and celebration of milestone birthdays and anniversaries.
owner Steve Pagan, fourth generation certified jeweler and manager Chris Pagan, and graduate bench jeweler and timepiece enthusiast Jerry Richards continue to uphold this standard of perfection by placing an emphasis on quality pieces, attention to detail, and unparalleled customer service. Come browse the store to design a custom piece, get help with a repair, or find your next gift.
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Discover Jonesboro & The Delta
From musical attractions to notable eateries and historical sites, Dr. Adam Long shares his take on this hospitable, culture-rich region
As the executive director of Arkansas Heritage Sites at Arkansas State University, Dr. Adam Long can point you in the direction of a museum, a festival, or even a can’t-miss restaurant on-demand. As a part of his job, he oversees the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center in Piggott, the Historic Dyess Colony: Johnny Cash Boyhood Home, the Southern Tenant Farmers Museum in Tyronza, and Lakeport Plantation outside of Lake Village. The Jonesboro native is well-schooled in all things Arkansas Delta, and, here, he shares a few of his favorite places around the eastern part of the state.
Q: THE DELTA IS AN AREA THAT SEEMS TO MYSTICALLY LURE PEOPLE INTO ITS WAY OF LIFE. WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE DRAW?
A: The Delta is an authentic connection to our heritage. It has roots in music, roots in cooking, and history. It ties us to the things in our culture that we’re fondest of—music, food, and land.
Q: DO YOU HAVE ANY FAVORITE DAY OR WEEKEND DESTINATIONS YOU LIKE TO RECOMMEND TO VISITORS?
A: Some of our most-popular destinations revolve around music. Of course, there’s the Historic Dyess Colony: Johnny Cash Boyhood Home. I think one of things that surprises people about this site is that you not only get to learn about him but also about the New Deal colony that drew his family to the area. Then, of course, you can head to Marvel, Arkansas, to learn about Levon Helm. I would say there are no two bigger figures than them [in Arkansas-born musicians] but there’s also the blues heritage. In Helena, the Delta Cultural Center is home to the studio that broadcasts the King Biscuit Time blues radio show [the longestrunning daily blues radio show in the United States] every weekday. You can also tour exhibits about the genre there.
Q: WHAT ABOUT NATURAL ATTRACTIONS? WHERE DO YOU RECOMMEND PEOPLE GO TO ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS IN THIS AREA OF ARKANSAS?
A: We have a number of great state parks! Crowley’s Ridge is
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unique to our area in terms of geography, and in addition to the park it also has the Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center that offers exhibits about its history as well as native plants and animals. Village Creek State Park in Wynne has an amazing golf course, and you can even walk or hike on a portion of the Trail of Tears there. We also have the largest oxbow lake in North America, Lake Chicot in Lake Village. There are National Scenic Byways that connect these so you can experience it all as you go and also the Great River Road All-American Road, which has interpretive centers to offer guidance.
Q: WE CAN’T TALK ABOUT THIS REGION OF THE STATE WITHOUT MENTIONING FOOD. WHAT’S ON YOUR LIST TO TRY?
A: Food is one of our biggest treasures! Jones Bar-B-Q in Marianna stands out. It’s a James Beard Award winner and a great place to go, but know that it does tend to sell out. I also enjoy the Dixie Pig in Blytheville and Hoots in McGehee for barbeque. Delta Dirt
Distillery in Helena offers amazing cocktails with spirits that are produced on-site, and Native Brew Works in Jonesboro is a fun stop to have a beer and delicious food.
Q: WHAT’S ON THE HORIZON FOR THE DELTA?
A: Two new museums are set to open over the next few years. First, the Sultana Museum in Marion is moving to a larger facility that will offer more space for it to tell the story of the largest maritime disaster in U.S. history, which occurred on the banks of the Mississippi River. Second, Eaker Air Force Base in Blytheville will be the site of The National Cold War Center. It will not only educate people in Arkansas about the rivalry of the superpowers but also draw in out-of-state visitors.
Read on for more of our favorite ways to discover Jonesboro and the Delta.
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For home decor, vintage finds, and a huge selection of gifts, head to SUGARTOWN MERCANTILE (sugartownmercantile.com) on Main Street in Stuttgart. The collection of candles, tabletop pieces, art, books, and more is carefully curated by four sisters who own and operate the charming store. Looking for exquisite jewelry? Head to one of Jonesboro’s longest-standing institutions, PAGAN’S JEWELRY ( pagansjewelry.com). Offering everyday pieces, bridal sets, and custom design, the experienced staff can also repair gemstones, settings, and watches—returning your pieces by mail if you don’t live nearby. Grab a book and a coffee at Jonesboro’s VERB BOOKSTORE (verbbookstore.com), and you’ll be set for a perfect fall afternoon. The cozy shop on South Gee Street offers the latest bestsellers alongside local titles and popular children’s books. Shop HONEY AND HOPE BOUTIQUE (shophoneyandhope.com), also in Jonesboro, to add a bit of color or a new trend to your fall wardrobe. If you're ready to add color or update your home, find contemporary art, accessories, and homewares at Jonesboro designer Kim Biggs’s storefront, THE VIBE INTERIORS (thevibeinteriors.net).
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DINE
For breakfast, lunch, or a sweet treat, head to Stuttgart’s ETCETERA ( facebook.com/etceterastuttgart). Paninis, wraps, and specials are served daily along with a weekly offering of takeand-bake casseroles and delightful desserts. Tacos, hot dogs, Trash Can Fries, and seemingly endless flavors of lemonade are a few of the hits you’ll find when you pop into the whimsical downtown Jonesboro location of LEMONADE HOUSE GRILLE ( lemonadehousegrille.com). If you’re hunting for the best steak in Arkansas, TAYLOR’S STEAKHOUSE (taylorssteakhouse-dumas.com) in Dumas has to be on your list to try. Open for dinner, Thursday through Saturday, make a reservation to indulge in one of their hand-cut options for yourself. Farther north in Wilson, check out WILSON CAFE (eatatwilson.com), the charming town’s diner that offers a thoughtful menu that features local ingredients for breakfast, lunch, or dinner dishes.
VISIT
Sip and learn when you book a tour of Helena’s DELTA DIRT DISTILLERY (deltadirtdistillery.com), Arkansas’ first Black-owned distillery. The hour-long experience includes a behind-the-
scenes look at how the Williams family transforms locally grown sweet potatoes into vodka. During the week of Thanksgiving, Stuttgart’s WINGS OVER THE PRAIRIE FESTIVAL (stuttgartduckfest.com) is the place to be in Arkansas. Featuring a midway of carnival rides, the World’s Championship Duck Calling Contest, and the Duck Gumbo Cook-Off, there’s plenty of fun to be had by festivalgoers of all ages. Did you know Ernest Hemingway has an Arkansas connection? In Piggott, you can visit the family home of his second wife, Pauline, which is now known as the HEMINGWAY-PFEIFFER MUSEUM AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER (hemingway.astate.edu) and includes the studio where he wrote a portion of his famous novel, A Farewell to Arms. Further your exploration of the arts with a trip to BRADBURY ART MUSEUM (bradburyartmuseum.org) on the campus of Arkansas State University. Featuring an ever-rotating collection of contemporary art, the museum frequently hosts artist talks and workshops as well. While you’re in Jonesboro, check out HUNTINGTON SQUARE (huntingtonsquare.net) where you’ll find everything from a boutique hotel and speakeasy lounge to a food truck park, pickleball courts, Baggo play area, and more. The formerly desolate area has been reimagined as five acres of fun for the entire family, furry friends included!
Clockwise from top left: Lemonade House Grille has a full-service bar. Art and accessories abound at The Vibe Interiors. Etcetera in Stuttgart offers gifts and accessories along with meals. Huntington Square has plenty of room to eat and play. The Arkansas State University Campus is a beacon in the area.
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The Fashion Files
Patterned prints and statement jewels are hot picks for cooler fall days
“Bridgette” mini dress in Peacock Bloom, $320. Tulips, Little Rock, tulipsinlittlerock.com
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14K yellow gold 0.20 CTW diamond heart paper clip link bracelet.
LaRoque “Annie” top in Hyacinth, $198. Box Turtle, Little Rock, shopboxturtle.com
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Dear John Denim “Hudson” jeans in Vonna, $108. Box Turtle, Little Rock, shopboxturtle.com
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Handmade moonstone necklace with enamel cherry and crystal pendant, $106. Tulips, Little Rock, tulipsinlittlerock.com
FALL FOR THE ART S
FROM MUSIC AND FILM FESTIVALS TO HOLIDAY LIGHTS AND MORE, OUR SEMI-ANNUAL GUIDE TO STATEWIDE ARTS AND CULTURAL EVENTS IS BACK
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ASO ON THE MOVE
For the 2024-25 season, the ARKANSAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (arkansassymphony.org) moves to its new home in the Stella Boyle Smith Music Center in Little Rock’s East Village. Ground broke last August on the orchestra’s eagerly anticipated $11.75 million facility, the first of its kind in the state. The sleek new digs mark the first permanent home for the ASO since inception, nearly 60 years ago. While full ASO performances will remain at Robinson Center, the new location has room for smaller ones plus classrooms for music education, a recording studio, and rehearsal space. WER Architects of Little Rock designed the space, and it was built by Bailey Construction and Consulting.
Ready to hear the music for yourself? In early October, the ASO brings the Quapaw and Rockefeller quartets and other guests to the new center for a “River Rhapsodies” performance featuring works by Beethoven, Czech composer Leoš Janáček, and more. The popular “Beethoven & Blue Jeans” event hits Robinson Center the first weekend in November, with a line-up that includes works by Saint-Saëns and contemporary Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz. Tchaikovsky’s “Souvenir de Florence” anchors a November 5 performance at the new center, with Artist of Distinction Andrei Ioniță.
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OCTOBER 4-5
A longstanding music event that has welcomed headliners from Brad Paisley and Boyz II Men to Dwight Yoakam and ZZ Top, MUSICFEST (musicfesteldorado.com) returns the first weekend in October. Vendors, 5K and 10K races, a Miss MusicFest pageant, food trucks, and a beer garden complement three packed music stages for two full days. A children’s area offers interactive STEM-based activities and a petting zoo. Musical headliners this year include Vertical Horizon, Jake Miller, and BlackTop Mojo.
KING BISCUIT BLUES FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 9-12
The sounds and rhythms of this storied American art form will once again fill the air of Helena this fall. The KING BISCUIT BLUES FESTIVAL (kingbiscuitfestival.com) returns for its 38th year, with a line-up featuring “Detroit’s Queen of the Blues” Thornetta Davis, 11-time Blues Music Awards winner Curtis Salgado, 2024 B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Bobby Rush, and more. From Thursday to Sunday, the genre’s best bands and musicians will pack six stages in a multi-block radius of historic downtown. Join in early for the popular Warm Up Wednesday, a day before the official festival begins. A whole slew of parties, food samplings, pop-up bars, plus the Flour Power 5K run, Tour Da Delta bike race, and yoga also fill the weekend. Individual day tickets are $50, and three-day tickets are $95.
OCTOBER 11-12
Downtown Fort Smith draws masses to the banks of the Arkansas River for this favorite annual music festival, now celebrating its 10th season. The PEACEMAKER FESTIVAL ( peacemakerfest.com) spans music genres, from country and rock to blues and Americana, and this year, features 49 Winchester, Morgan Wade, Reckless Kelly, Josh Meloy, and more. Proceeds benefit local charities and the arts community. Tickets start at $69.50.
PEACEMAKER FESTIVAL KANINI FEST
OCTOBER 11-13
One-act plays, dance workshops, drum circles, art installations, and more make up this inaugural Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) festival this fall at The Momentary in Bentonville. KANINIFEST (themomentary.org) was created by the Momentary’s current artists-in-residence, Christopher Alexander Chukwueke and Tenisi Davis, and is intended to provide a platform for underserved, up-andcoming BIPOC playwrights. Weekend non-member passes start at $85 for adults and $30 for students. Children 10 and under are free.
WAR EAGLE CRAFT FAIR
OCTOBER 17-20
For 70 years, a small town in Northwest Arkansas known as Hindsville has brought together craftspeople and creators from all over the Ozark region to showcase their arts and crafts. This year’s WAR EAGLE CRAFT FAIR (wareaglefair.com) will feature over 250 booths highlighting handmade products and the creative works of area makers. Peruse art, pieces created by woodworkers, jewelry, and more, all while devouring a turkey leg or funnel cake at this longstanding favorite. Admission is free.
DELTA NIGHTMARE IN THE OZARKS FILM FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 24-26
The weekend before Halloween brings a spooky experience to Eureka Springs. Featuring selected showings of submitted feature films and shorts, NIGHTMARE IN THE OZARKS FILM FESTIVAL (nightmareintheozarks.com) is held for two full days (plus an opening night kick-off) at the historic City Auditorium. On Saturday night, dress up and join in for a hair-raising culminating event: a zombie crawl through the streets of downtown.
NOV. 25-DEC. 27
Blytheville brings back the sparkle this holiday season, with its popular LIGHTS OF THE DELTA (lightsofthedelta.com) event, opening on November 25. Visitors from all over the state—and world—have made this annual festive drivethrough part of their family tradition. Over the 1.5-mile route, expect 6 million lights and nearly 60 illuminated displays depicting scenes from steamboats and crocodiles to diving penguins and angels. Visit on a Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday for your chance to snap a photo with Santa, or kick it up a notch by booking a hayride for an additional fee.
Arts On Main is a venue for yearround art experiences catering to all ages. We offer a variety of programs including theatre, pottery and ceramics, painting classes, exhibitions, and culinary experiences. Our children’s art education includes Afterschool and Homeschool classes, STEAM programs, and summer art camps. Our galleries and children’s Creative U Studio are free and open to the public 11 am to 6 pm, Monday & Wednesday - Saturday. Come
STAY ON YOUR TOES ABOUT THESE UPCOMING PERFORMANCES BY BALLET ARKANSAS
ON POINTE CULTURE CRAVINGS
CARMEN
Enjoy the world premiere of this tale of passion and betrayal infused with modern art at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock. Four performances will be held October 11-13.
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS
For one night only—October 24—guests can dine on themed libations and hors d’oeuvres while experiencing live music and intriguing dance performances that depict these infamous sins at an adults-only event held at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre.
NUTCRACKER SPECTACULAR
Get into the holiday spirit as the company and community cast present this classic story with live music from the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. Four performances will be held at Robinson Center on December 13-15.
For tickets and more information, visit balletarkansas.org.
FIND MORE WAYS TO ENJOY THE ARTS IN ARKANSAS THROUGHOUT THE SEASON
NOW-SEPT.27: “Between Two Worlds” abstract and realism contrast show featuring the works of Shirley Anderson and Sean LeCrone at Art Group Gallery in Little Rock
SEPT. 22-29: Central Arkansas Library System hosts the Six Bridges Book Festival l
SEPT. 26: Opening reception for 2nd Annual “By Design,” featuring the marriage of fine art and function at MIXD Gallery in Rogers
OCT. 5: Fall Festival with reenactments, film screenings, arts and crafts, food trucks, and more at the Fort Smith National Historic Site
OCT. 7: “Sounds in the Stacks” community concert series brings Casey Penn and Tiffany Turner to Terry Library in Little Rock for a one-hour show
OCT. 9: Intro to Needle Felting class at Van Buren’s Arts on Main
OCT. 17: Brazilian jazz guitarist Romero Lubambo joins clarinetist-saxophonist
Anat Cohen and jazz pianist Peter Martin for a show title “Rio Meets New Orleans” at Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock
OCT. 18-20: Arkansas Symphony Orchestra presents “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert” live to film at Robinson Center in Little Rock
OCT. 25-26: “Six: The Musical” Teen Edition performed by Arts on Main’s Arts-InEducation program at the King Opera House in Van Buren
OCT. 27: San Diego-based Thee Sacred Souls brings 1960s soul and early 1970s R&B to The Momentary Green in Bentonville
NOV. 7-9: The Mountain View Bluegrass Fall Festival returns featuring an all-gospel Thursday evening performance, The Waddington Brothers, The Grascals, and the Simply Southern Cloggers
NOV. 23-DEC. 8: European circus family the Zoppés bring ballerinas on horseback
and much more to Argenta for the enchanting Piccolo Zoppé Winter Circus
NOV. 23-APR. 13, 2025: Best In Show: Pets in Contemporary Photography, featuring works by 25 global artists, will be on display at The Momentary in Bentonville
DEC. 3: Emmy and Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth performs at Baum Walker Hall at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
DEC. 6: Christmas at the Peel Museum in Bentonville with a three-course meal by chef Matthew Cooper, silent auction, and more. Tickets on sale October 7.
DEC. 14: Ben Folds performs with Lindsey Kraft at Baum Walker Hall at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
DEC. 13-15: Arkansas Chamber Singers head to the Old State House Museum in downtown Little Rock for their annual holiday concert
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Best of Both Worlds
Lee Anne Stelte strikes a balance between work and home life in her renovated Bentonville cottage
When interior designer Lee Anne Stelte first purchased her 1950s cottage in Bentonville, she originally planned to “shine it up, live here for two years, and flip it,” she says. But shortly after construction began, the COVID-19 pandemic brought progress to a standstill, giving Lee Anne time to reconsider a more long-term plan for the home.
“My mindset shifted, because everything was so uncertain,” she says. “So then I thought, ‘I’m just going to make this more about me and my style, and what I want, and also treat it as a Whiteline Designs project and office.’”
Lee Anne worked with the vendors she uses everyday to select materials, finishings, and furniture for the project, creating a home that is part showroom, part personal retreat. “I’m really glad I approached it that way, because it turned out to be an even better type of project,” she says.
Monday through Friday, the home’s main 1,000 square feet—its original two-bedroom, one-bath footprint— function as the Whiteline Designs office. “We use this space thoughtfully,” Lee Anne says. “The former bedrooms are mine and my accountant’s offices, and we also have a hidden material library in our kitchen. It looks like our pantry, but when you open the door, it’s all of our fabric books, and we have large pull out drawers that house our samples.”
For her personal space, Lee Anne built an addition to house a private, luxurious primary suite. She also
implemented a 400-square-foot addition that serves as a popular Airbnb.
Lee Anne weaved her love for calming neutrals throughout the home, with bold modern touches and warm natural finishes. “I like the relaxation of a neutral palette,” she says. “It really is the juxtaposition of my style, having some modern elements, but also mixed with a casual, soft, easy-on-the-eye color story.”
Lee Anne and her dog, June.
MODERN WARMTH
In the light-filled kitchen, Lee Anne wanted to showcase what her clients can expect from her contemporary style. The large backsplash is a “Macchia Vecchia” porcelain made to mimic marble, which Lee Anne chose for its beauty and practicality, as the porcelain weighs a fraction of a marble slab, and a lighter load was necessary for the exterior wall. White oak flat panel cabinetry, a waterfall island, Brizzo faucets, and a dynamic Kuzco Lighting chandelier lend an elevated feel.
The home, which is now lovingly referred to as Pineapple Cottage, also gave Lee Anne an opportunity to celebrate her family’s heritage. “I had to really dig deep and think, ‘What do you want to thread through your house?’” Lee Anne recalls. “Once I made that mental shift, then I could think about my background and culture. My dad is Hawaiian, and I was raised in Southern California, so you can feel that throughout my home.”
Lee Anne says her home’s unique function suits her perfectly, as does its location near downtown Bentonville. “I created the way that I want to work and live, and the way that I want to present myself,” she says. “It really is a workhorse during the day, and it’s a great place to live. It changed my life to be in a downtown community. This lifestyle is amazing.” AH
“Snowbound” Sherwin-Williams
NEUTRAL NOOK
Lee Anne celebrated her love for neutrals in the living room, which is open to the kitchen and dining room. A black Roly Poly armchair by British artist Faye Toogood mixes modern lines with the soft, creamy fabrics of the sofa and armchairs. Lee Anne created the textured artwork behind the credenza, further incorporating her artistry into the relaxing space.
MAXIMIZE THE MINIMAL
Working with the dining room’s small footprint, Lee Anne chose to incorporate larger pieces to fully use the area, such as the black drum shade that has a gold-leaf lining. “I like to use large scale things in small spaces, because I feel like it makes it look bigger,” she says. Rattan dining chairs by Gabby Home atop a checkered jute rug complement the scene-stealing piece from artist Matt Miller’s Halo series.
FUNCTIONAL FLOW
Between the kitchen and the entrance to Lee Anne’s primary suite, the designer incorporated a morning kitchen nook, which includes a built-in coffee maker and additional storage in the reeded-style cabinetry. “You can make a big impact in a small space, and that’s what I needed to do here,” Lee Anne says. “In the mornings, I just come out here, get coffee and go back into my room, so it’s a nice transition space.”
Black Delta fixtures and a “Maori” granite countertop strike a crisp contrast to the light walls in the guest bath. Lee Anne purchased the small carved-wood surfboard from an artist in Hawaii.
READY TO RELAX
Lee Anne’s goal in the primary suite addition was to achieve the effect of her favorite luxury hotels. “I love that feeling so much, so why shouldn’t I have that in my house?” she says. “It’s not just for vacation, it’s for me every day.” Lee Anne has owned the metal four poster bed for many years, but she painted its formerly chrome frame black to help ground the space. A pair of woven banana-fiber chairs rest at the foot of the bed.
SPA SENSE
Lee Anne chose marblelook porcelain tiles with a warm veining and ran them diagonally across the floor, then continued them up the walls for an enveloping sense of luxury. A mix of fixtures in a chrome finish were selected. The designer notes she considers chrome or polished silver to be the finish equivalent of a good pair of jeans—it goes with everything.
WARM MIX
The waterfall vanity features gold handles with chrome cross-style faucets by Brizzo, helping Lee Anne achieve a polished look. “It’s an old style of faucet done in a more modern way, with flatter edges rather than rounded ones,” she says. Sconces by Kelly Wearstler with textured gold detail are a subtle nod to her heritage. “They have a really pretty texture to them, almost like a wicker—it’s a texture that is in line with my culture and feels familiar to me,” she says.
WAY OF WELCOMING
Visitors to Pineapple Cottage will quickly notice the charming home’s namesake featured in the two pillars that flank the front walk—a symbol of hospitality. “Those represent being welcoming, and they’re a nod to my heritage,” Lee Anne says. “I wanted to blend where I currently live with my past.”
Tropical plants and all-weather wicker rocking chairs add to the inviting atmosphere.
OUTDOOR OASIS
The cozy courtyard is a favorite spot for hosting family and friends. “I travel to Europe a lot, and the pea gravel gives it this English garden feel, but it’s also in line with easy California living,” Lee Anne says. A retro-inspired umbrella with white piping casts shade over the dining chairs and the lounge area features a modern gas fireplace. Large palms are housed in concrete pots from Westwood Gardens.
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Gardner, Matt Miller, and Lee Anne Stelte
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DRAW THE LINE
While blue grasscloth adorns the living room ceiling, the walls are essentially a white envelope. “We wanted to keep that room mainly white for a bit of a gallery feeling. We love collecting art, and didn’t want to be limited in color or anything else, so we gave the texture to the ceiling versus the walls,” Jonathan says. Overhead, a Thomas O’Brien for Visual Comfort fixture lends interest. “The ceiling height is only eight feet, so I didn’t want anything that would drop too far.”
GENTLEMEN’S QUARTERS
Jonathan Parkey whips up a dashing home that will stand the test of time
AN INSTANT CLASSIC
In the foyer, Jonathan notes the Schumacher “Oxnard Paper Weave” wallpaper is a bit like a grasscloth. “We love the idea of things not feeling too formal and having playful moments throughout the house, even though our house is quite traditional,” he says.
That old expression, Write what you know, could apply to design, too, especially when you’re putting together your own home. For Jonathan Parkey, an aesthetic visionary behind everything from interiors to events, the muse for the revamp of his 1921 Little Rock Colonial was clear: men’s style. “Our main inspiration for the whole house was really my background in fashion,” says Jonathan, who worked closely with his husband, Chris Marsh, to design their home. “I was kind of a [fashion] designer before I became an interior designer. So a lot of what we wanted to use was inspired by men's tailoring, and men’s suiting, overall.” To that end, you’ll spy English chalk stripe wool flannel on the window treatments in the living room, upholstery fabrics like corduroy and herringbone, and even oxford cloth sheets on the bed.
The results are a thoroughly handsome home that is as timeless as a suit itself. Case in point: the dining room, where the duo upholstered the walls in a plaid that looks sumptuous, but is made from a hard-wearing polyblend. “It’s from a Scottish company that specializes in tartans,” Jonathan says. “There's a great craftsman here that does all of that, but it's kind of a dying specialty to be able to upholster the walls. It took them about two weeks from start to finish to get it all done. It was quite the undertaking!” he adds. But well worth it, especially when dinner parties and events become delightfully raucous. “I joke because my husband has a very loud laugh. We love to entertain, and it’s a nice sound buffer for dinner,” Jonathan says.
If the home looks layered over centuries, that’s for good reason. “We are our family keepers of history and nostalgia,” Jonathan says.
“We love being able to incorporate items and furniture that have deep meaning and personal history.” The art piece hung above the sofa is actually an old ox yoke that cleared Marsh’s family farm in Lee and Monroe counties in the 1800s. The furniture in the breakfast nook? “That was my husband's grandmother's barley twist table and chairs; that was where she always hosted bridge games weekly.” In other words, the perfect spot for many beautiful memories—past, present, and future. AH
Jonathan (left) and Chris
RAISE THE BAR
When Jonathan fell in love with a Bunny Williams mirror, it kicked off an entire sideboard moment, complete with their collected blue and white pottery and a signed headshot of Liza Minelli. “All of our wedding china is blue and white, and we’re always trying to pull in a bit of humor and whimsy— not taking ourselves too seriously!” Jonathan says.
STYLE IS SERVED
The vintage Baker dining chairs are upholstered in a cutvelvet Schumacher fabric that is intentionally a bit “off,” Jonathan says. “It keeps it feeling a little bit funky and a little bit unexpected.” Underfoot, a seagrass rug anchors the space and brings in a needed dose of casualness that “automatically feels easy and comfortable.”
KICKED BACK
A separate, more casual den features leather chairs, a lounging sofa, and fireplace—making it an ideal everyday retreat. The design's menswear thread appears on the ottoman and throws, while cherished, collected pieces fill the grasscloth-backed shelves of the built-in cabinetry.
“We love being able to incorporate items and furniture that have deep meaning and personal history.”
—Jonathan Parkey
PUTTING THEIR STAMP ON IT
When Chris was born, his mother began a collection of duck stamps. “She has a ton of them, and she's always been like, ‘Y'all have got to come get these!’ And so I finally was like, ‘Alright, I think we've got a wall for them.’” Jonathan added his designer touch by framing them in patent leather navy.
SUITE UP
The couple’s canopy bed is a master class in men’s suiting, with monogrammed pillows and custom drapery with oxford cloth on the interior and a navy herringbone wool on the exterior. “The Hermès silk pillow on the bed [references] a silk tie or pocket square to finish off the suit-inspired combination. That's just how our brains work… and it’s a subtle through-line that we love about our home,” Jonathan says. The blue ceramics are from McCarty’s Pottery, Mississippi Delta artists they love to collect, while the piece hung in front of the shelves is by Santa Fe’s Frank Howell. “We got engaged in Santa Fe and started collecting his work,” the designer says.
CLEAN SLATE
In the powder room, they hung Schumacher’s “Komodo” dragoninspired wallpaper that has a patent leather effect. “We kept trying to find new ways to incorporate some of these masculine touches throughout the house,” Jonathan says. A polished Visual Comfort sconce with patterned shades completes the look.
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Pickleball Primer Ways to Be Kind to Your Joints 5
If you’ve been anywhere near a community center or athletic club recently, you’ve likely seen the pickleball craze. Easy to learn with simple rules, the sport is a great way to achieve the recommended 30 minutes of exercise per day. If you haven’t joined in on the fun yet, here’s what you need to know to get started:
Pickleball is touted as a cross between tennis, ping pong, and badminton
Played on an indoor or outdoor court with a hollow, perforated ball and paddles that are about three times the size of a table tennis one
Usually played as a doubles game in sets of three
Object of the game: Gain points when you are on the serving team
Points are scored when a fault is committed. These include a serve landing outside of the service area or in the kitchen (the area that is seven feet on either side of net), a shot hit into the net or a shot hit out of bounds
Win the game by scoring 11 points and being ahead by at least two
Serving team starts in right quadrant and serves diagonally
Servers may bounce or serve from below the waist
Following the serve, each team must allow the ball to bounce once before returning it across the net; after that, volleying is allowed
No volleying allowed in the kitchen (see above)
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STRETCH IT OUT
Daily stretching is a great way to increase your range of motion and improve circulation. Find a set of stretches that work with your fitness level and repeat them in the morning or following a workout.
GET STRONGER
Grab the dumbbells and lift up! Building muscle can help to protect your joints; just be sure to consult a health professional on the proper routine before beginning a training program.
WATCH YOUR WEIGHT
Less weight equals less pressure on your joints, particularly for your knees. So keep an eye on the scale to reduce strain.
EAT WISELY
Reach for foods that are rich in Omega-3 fats, such as salmon; Vitamin C, like citrus fruits; and Vitamin K, such as leafy green vegetables.
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There’s a reason your mother told you not to slouch! Poor posture can lead to inflammation in the joints or muscle fatigue.
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Getting a recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night can start your day on the right side of the bed and give you energy for what’s ahead of you.
SCHEDULE DOWNTIME
If you have trouble saying no to added tasks or volunteer opportunities, put downtime on your calendar. Treating it as a part of your routine can help your mind and body relax and recharge.
HANG OUT WITH FRIENDS
Plan a dinner or host an impromptu gathering to watch the game—whatever you can do to give yourself interaction with others you trust and enjoy being around.
GET MOVING
Yes, like many aspects of health, exercise can be a key factor in reducing stress. Not only do sweat sessions help to release stress, they are a great way to clear your mind as well.
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Fishing, needlepoint, basketball, or reading— find something you enjoy and dedicate a few hours each week to a task that is an escape from the day-to-day.
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During the 1920s economic boom in downtown Little Rock, many new commercial buildings were constructed to accommodate the rapid growth. Among them is the Little Rock Tent & Awning building at 423 East Third Street, which was constructed in 1927 and is a part of the Tuf Nut Historic District. The dark-red brick structure includes large multiple-pane windows with awnings spanning the elevation, and bands of cast concrete decorating the parapet, or roof line, as well as the window ledges. In 1930, Little Rock Tent & Awning bought the nearby Tuf Nut Garment Manufacturing Company, relocating that business to the East Third Street building and combining their manufacturing production.
The business remained here until the 1970s, when the company closed. The building was next used as a warehouse by a local industrial supply business, then vacated. In 1999, Moses Tucker Partners approached Warren Stephens, who owned the space at the time, with the goal of converting it into residences and commercial spaces.
“We thought that in order for us to have a really vibrant neighborhood in downtown, and for this River Market idea to take shape, we’ve got to have housing,” says Jimmy Moses, principal of Moses Tucker Partners. Stephens agreed to
sell the building and also became a partner in the project. Margaret McEntire, founder of Candy Bouquet International, was another significant partner on the renovation. Once completed, she moved her corporate headquarters into the building and operated there for more than 15 years.
Jimmy says he had long admired the building, so it was important to him and his team to maintain its historic character. “The building has wooden timbers for a structural system, and we exposed them,” he says. “All of the walls are brick on the interior, and we left them all brick. Even the concrete floors, from where the sewing equipment was, we left that all in place.”
They constructed 31 apartment units on the second and third floors of the building and reopened in 2000. As part of the Tuf Nut Historic District, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. Now, the building features Flora Jean’s, 10 Fitness, Lucky Lou’s, and other commercial spaces. “Saving all of these buildings like Tuf Nut is really important to continue to give Little Rock its own identity, and downtown its uniqueness,” Jimmy says. “My hope is that it will sit there for another 100 years, irrespective of what the uses are.”
