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North Little Rock Parks and Recreation Video
North Little Rock is more than just a city; it’s a special place to live, play and explore. From scenic trails and vibrant parks to welcoming community spaces, these are the places where families gather, friendships grow and memories are made every day. Take a look at the places that make North Little Rock feel like home:
This video was created by the City of North Little Rock Communications Department in collaboration with the Parks and Recreation Department, narrated by Captain Gary Williams with the North Little Rock Fire Marshal’s Office, and produced by Timothy Carr, North Little Rock High School graduate and owner of BronzMob Creative.
North Little Rock Event Center Grand Opening
Mayor Terry Hartwick’s 20‑year vision has officially come to life; the North Little Rock Event Center is now open and ready to welcome the community. Over 650 City leaders, residents, and guests gathered Tuesday evening for a celebratory ceremony followed by self‑guided tours of the stunning new facility. Guests explored the elegant Centennial Bank Ballroom with its soaring ceilings and dazzling lighting, the flexible Mainstream Boardrooms, the state‑of‑the‑art catering kitchen, and more.
The evening offered a moment to reflect on years of planning and collaboration, and to look ahead to the bright future of North Little Rock. With new hotels and businesses rising around the Event Center, the development is poised to transform the Arena District and downtown, strengthening North Little Rock as a premier place to live, eat, work, play—and now celebrate! The City extends its sincere thanks to everyone who attended and to Central Arkansas Entertainment for helping to create a beautiful opening night experience. We look forward to the many events and memories this new space will host in the years ahead.
To book an event at the North Little Rock Event Center, call Raúl Fernández at 501-975-8866 or email [email protected]. To learn more about the North Little Rock Event Center, visit nlr.ar.gov/departments/north-little-rock-event-center/ .
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Old Mill Celebrates 50 Years as a City Park
The Friends of the Old Mill and the City of North Little Rock partied like it was 1976 to celebrate the Old Mill’s 50th Anniversary as a City Park!
Guests enjoyed native seed giveaways, raffle prizes, and stories of the Old Mill’s history. Mayor Terry Hartwick proclaimed May 16 as Old Mill Day and Arbor Day, and the Friends of the Old Mill joined the City’s Tree Board to plant a beautiful tree honoring the late Sandra Taylor Smith, founding member of Friends of the Old Mill, former Director of the North Little Rock History Commission and a true historic preservation legend.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined this groovy celebration and to all the organizations and local businesses who made the day extra special.
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