_Front Archives - City of North Little Rock https://nlr.ar.gov/category/front/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:23:18 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://nlr.ar.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/nlr-white-simple@3x-150x150.png _Front Archives - City of North Little Rock https://nlr.ar.gov/category/front/ 32 32 252392246 Amboy Fest https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/06/23/amboy-fest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=amboy-fest Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:23:14 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=20686 Join the Amboy community for a day of fun and fellowship at Amboy Fest on Saturday, July 11!Head to Military and MacArthur at 10:30 AM to explore neighborhood yard sales, […]

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]]> Join the Amboy community for a day of fun and fellowship at Amboy Fest on Saturday, July 11!
Head to Military and MacArthur at 10:30 AM to explore neighborhood yard sales, enjoy bites from local food trucks, and even try your luck in the raffle drawing. Plus, the North Little Rock Fire Department will be on-site to join in the festivities and connect with neighbors. Don’t miss this fun‑filled day of celebrating everything that makes Amboy special.

Colorful flyer announcing Amboy Fest on Saturday, July 11th at 10:30 a.m. The central logo features a blue circle with red wave accents and white text reading “FEST,” with “AMBOY” in red letters above. Surrounding graphics include a food truck labeled “FOOD,” musical notes, raffle tickets beside the word “PRIZES!,” cartoon people at a “YARD SALE” table, and small images of a cat and dog. The location “Military & MacArthur” appears at the bottom.

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]]> 20686 Arkansas Folklife Festival https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/06/12/arkansas-folklife-festival/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=arkansas-folklife-festival Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:12:17 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=20662 Listen to Grammy‑winning artists, celebrate Arkansas culture, and experience community traditions at the Arkansas Folklife Festival this June! 🎶 Dubbed “The People’s 250,” the Folklife Festival brings together the music, […]

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]]> Listen to Grammy‑winning artists, celebrate Arkansas culture, and experience community traditions at the Arkansas Folklife Festival this June! 🎶

Dubbed “The People’s 250,” the Folklife Festival brings together the music, stories, and traditions that thrive in every corner of Arkansas. Join us at Riverfront Park in North Little Rock from June 26–28 for this free, statewide celebration.

Whether you’re a lifelong Arkansan or simply a lover of roots music, you’ll find a piece of yourself reflected in this incredible experience.

For the full schedule, artist information, and festival details, visit arkansasfolklifefestival.org.

Colorful promotional poster for the Arkansas Folklife Festival, taking place June 26–28, 2026, at Riverfront Park in North Little Rock. The design features geometric patterns in teal, purple, orange, and white with bold text announcing free admission and performances by Lucinda Williams, Bobby Rush, Arkansas Movement Music Parade Singers, Nick Shoulders, Willi Carlisle, Dylan Earl, and many other artists. The tagline reads “Of Arkansas. By Arkansas. For Arkansas.” and includes the website arkansasfolklifefestival.org for more information.

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]]> 20662 Learn to Swim Lessons at North Heights Community Center https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/06/02/learn-to-swim-lessons-at-north-heights-community-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=learn-to-swim-lessons-at-north-heights-community-center Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:53:31 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=20522 💦 Dive into summer fun! North Little Rock’s Learn to Swim lessons at the North Heights Community Center make a splash with certified lifeguards and smiling faces all around. Sessions […]

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]]> 💦 Dive into summer fun! North Little Rock’s Learn to Swim lessons at the North Heights Community Center make a splash with certified lifeguards and smiling faces all around.

Sessions are for children ages 4-10, with the first session starting on June 9th.
Your child can swim like a pro in just two weeks! Call 501-791-8576 to claim your spot now! 🏊‍♀️

Underwater photo of three smiling children holding large foam letters spelling “FUN.” The flyer promotes North Little Rock Parks & Recreation’s Learn to Swim children’s lessons. Text details include: $35 per child ages 4–10, sessions 9–10 a.m. or 10–11 a.m., four days a week for two weeks at North Heights Community Center. Session dates: June 9–19, June 23–July 3, and July 14–23. Contact number: 501‑791‑8576. The flyer also notes American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards.

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]]> 20522 North Little Rock Pools Now Open! https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/06/01/north-little-rock-pools-now-open/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=north-little-rock-pools-now-open Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:16:30 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=20519 Dive into summer at the City of North Little Rock Community Pools! 🏊 Swim on over to North Heights Community Center or Sherman Park Community Center tomorrow, June 2nd, for […]

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]]> Dive into summer at the City of North Little Rock Community Pools! 🏊

Swim on over to North Heights Community Center or Sherman Park Community Center tomorrow, June 2nd, for the opening day!

It’s only $2 for members and $3 for non-members at North Heights (4801 Allen Street), and $1 for members and $2 for non-members at Sherman Park (624 Beech Street).

Make a splash with the City of North Little Rock this summer! 🌊

Promotional graphic announcing the summer opening of North Little Rock public pools. The background shows clear turquoise pool water with sunlight reflections. Two circular photos resembling pool floats are featured — one on the left with a watermelon design showing two smiling children in swimsuits, and one on the right with a pink-and-green float showing two children swimming underwater. Large orange text reads “Open for Summer,” followed by dark teal text: “North Little Rock Pools.” Below, orange text lists hours “11:30 AM to 5:00 PM,” and smaller teal text provides details: “North Heights and Sherman Park.” The cost section notes “NHP $2 members / $3 non-members” and “SPP $1 members / $2 non-members.” The bottom lists addresses: “North Heights Pool, 4801 Allen Street” and “Sherman Park Pool, 624 Beech Street.” The design conveys a cheerful, family-friendly summer theme.

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]]> 20519 Make a splash this summer in North Little Rock at the Burns Park Splash Pad! https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/04/23/make-a-splash-this-summer-in-north-little-rock-at-the-burns-park-splash-pad/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=make-a-splash-this-summer-in-north-little-rock-at-the-burns-park-splash-pad Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:03:00 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=20163 The Splash Pad and Train are open every day from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with the train running at the top of every hour. Come cool off and have […]

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]]> The Splash Pad and Train are open every day from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with the train running at the top of every hour.

Come cool off and have fun this summer in North Little Rock!

Promotional graphic for the Burns Park Splash Pad showing children playing in water features, with text listing summer hours from May 1–21 and daily hours beginning May 25.

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]]> 20163 THV11’s Summer Cereal Drive https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/04/15/thv11s-summer-cereal-drive/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thv11s-summer-cereal-drive Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:21:39 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=20111 Join the City of North Little Rock in supporting THV11’s Summer Cereal Drive! Drop off cereal or donations at the locations listed and help us hit our 5,000‑box goal so […]

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]]> Join the City of North Little Rock in supporting THV11’s Summer Cereal Drive! Drop off cereal or donations at the locations listed and help us hit our 5,000‑box goal so more Arkansas families have access to healthy meals all summer long!

Flyer for the North Little Rock Summer Cereal Drive showing the goal of collecting 5,000 cereal boxes or dollars, the June 26 deadline, and a list of 2026 team captains with their assigned city departments.

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]]> 20111 BAM! KABOOM! NLR Parks and Recreation Unveils “Super Charged” SAPLING Summer Camp 2026! https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/03/24/bam-kaboom-nlr-parks-and-recreation-unveils-super-charged-sapling-summer-camp-2026-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bam-kaboom-nlr-parks-and-recreation-unveils-super-charged-sapling-summer-camp-2026-2 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:55:31 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=19833 Dust off your capes and lace up your boots! NLR Parks and Recreation is officially issuing a “Hero Call” for the 2026 Summer Activities Camp (SAPling). Designed for youth entering […]

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]]> Dust off your capes and lace up your boots! NLR Parks and Recreation is officially issuing a “Hero Call” for the 2026 Summer Activities Camp (SAPling). Designed for youth entering 1st through 8th grades in the fall 2026. This SAPling program is more than a camp, it’s a training ground for the next generation of superstars.

With a mission to have the “Best Summer Ever”, SAPling 2026 offers three action packed sessions and a specialized Mini-Skills week to keep young heroes engaged all summer long. Camp sessions begin June 1st thru July 31st. Mini-Skills camps will be held August 3rd-7th. Camp Locations: Glenview Community Center, North Heights Community Center, Sherman Park Community Center and Rose City Community Center for 6th-8th grade youth.

Cost: $225 for all three sessions if registered by May 29, 2026. Current NLRPR membership required. $15 for NLR Residents;$20 for Non-Residents. Multi-child discounts available and must submit report card for school grade verification by May 29th.

To register online visit www.nlrpr.org or contact Recreation Program Unit at (501)791-8545, Email: Programming@nlr.ar.gov

Flyer for SAPLING Summer Camp by North Little Rock Parks & Recreation, describing the camp’s mission, activities, registration sites, and session breakdown.

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]]> 19833 BAM! KABOOM! NLR Parks and Recreation Unveils “Super Charged” SAPLING Summer Camp 2026! https://nlr.ar.gov/2026/03/23/bam-kaboom-nlr-parks-and-recreation-unveils-super-charged-sapling-summer-camp-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bam-kaboom-nlr-parks-and-recreation-unveils-super-charged-sapling-summer-camp-2026 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:39:53 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=19826 Dust off your capes and lace up your boots! NLR Parks and Recreation is officially issuing a “Hero Call” for the 2026 Summer Activities Camp (SAPling). Designed for youth entering […]

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]]> Dust off your capes and lace up your boots! NLR Parks and Recreation is officially issuing a “Hero Call” for the 2026 Summer Activities Camp (SAPling). Designed for youth entering 1st through 8th grades in the fall 2026. This SAPling program is more than a camp, it’s a training ground for the next generation of superstars.

With a mission to have the “Best Summer Ever”, SAPling 2026 offers three action packed sessions and a specialized Mini-Skills week to keep young heroes engaged all summer long. Camp sessions begin June 1st thru July 31st. Mini-Skills camps will be held August 3rd-7th. Camp Locations: Glenview Community Center, North Heights Community Center, Sherman Park Community Center and Rose City Community Center for 6th-8th grade youth.

Cost: $225 for all three sessions if registered by May 29, 2026. Current NLRPR membership required. $15 for NLR Residents;$20 for Non-Residents. Multi-child discounts available and must submit report card for school grade verification by May 29th.

To register online visit www.nlrpr.org or contact Recreation Program Unit at (501)791-8545, Email: Programming@nlr.ar.gov

Colorful flyer for Sapling Summer Camp 2026 by NLR Parks & Recreation, listing three camp sessions, costs, registration requirements, and mini skills camps.
Flyer for SAPLING Summer Camp by North Little Rock Parks & Recreation, describing the camp’s mission, activities, registration sites, and session breakdown.

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]]> 19826 NLR Sanitation Holiday Schedule 2026 https://nlr.ar.gov/2025/12/30/nlr-sanitation-holiday-schedule-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nlr-sanitation-holiday-schedule-2026 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:28:03 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=18995 New Year’s Day The Sanitation Department will be closed on Thursday, January 1. Work one day delayed schedule, Friday- Saturday, January 2-3. Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday The Sanitation Department […]

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]]> New Year’s Day
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Thursday, January 1.
Work one day delayed schedule, Friday- Saturday, January 2-3.

Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Monday, January 19.
Work one day delayed schedule, Tuesday – Saturday, January 20-24.

Presidents’ Day & Daisy Gaston Bates Day
The Sanitation Department will be open on Monday, February 16.
Work regular schedule, Monday – Friday, February 16-20.

Memorial Day
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Monday, May 25.
Work one day delayed schedule, Tuesday – Saturday, May 26-30.

Juneteenth
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Friday, June 19.
Work one day delayed schedule, Friday’s route will run on Saturday, June 20.

Independence Day
The Sanitation Department will work a regular schedule all week.

Labor Day
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Monday, September 7.
Work one day delayed schedule, Tuesday – Saturday, September 8-12.

Veterans Day
The Sanitation Department will be open on Wednesday, November 11.
Work regular schedule, Monday – Friday, November 9-13.

Thanksgiving Day
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Thursday, November 26.
Work one day delayed schedule, Friday – Saturday, November 27-28.

Christmas
The Sanitation Department will be open on Thursday, December 24.
The Sanitation Department will be closed on Friday, December 25.
Work one day delayed schedule, Friday’s routes will run on Saturday, December 26.

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]]> 18995 Become a 911 Dispatcher in NLR https://nlr.ar.gov/2025/12/17/become-a-911-dispatcher-in-nlr/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=become-a-911-dispatcher-in-nlr Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:56:21 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=18895 North Little Rock Emergency Services is hiring 911 Dispatchers — purpose‑driven professionals who want to make a real difference every single day. If you’re calm under pressure, quick‑thinking, and compassionate, […]

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North Little Rock Emergency Services is hiring 911 Dispatchers — purpose‑driven professionals who want to make a real difference every single day. If you’re calm under pressure, quick‑thinking, and compassionate, this could be the career that changes everything.

Position Details:
• Starting pay: $22.66/hr, with a top range of $30.37/hr
• Must be 18 or older
• 30 WPM minimum typing speed
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must pass a comprehensive background check

If you’re ready for a challenging, meaningful, and incredibly rewarding career, apply below! Your next chapter starts here!

Apply Here
Recruitment flyer for North Little Rock Emergency Services showing two dispatchers working at computer stations with multiple monitors. The text announces “We’re Hiring!” and lists job requirements, starting pay, and application details for 911 dispatcher positions.

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]]> 18895 Junior Tennis Progressive Academy https://nlr.ar.gov/2025/08/18/junior-tennis-progressive-academy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=junior-tennis-progressive-academy Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:03:57 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=17217 Tennis is a lifetime sport, not only because you can play it for the rest of your life but also for the values it teaches. When you reach a high […]

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]]> Tennis is a lifetime sport, not only because you can play it for the rest of your life but also for the values it teaches. When you reach a high level as a tennis player, you have gone through a process that has taught your child to be self-reliant, self-confident, and to have a strong work ethic, and most importantly, shown them a path that they can use the rest of their lives in whatever career they choose to pursue.

Call 501-791-8585 for more information.

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]]> 17217 Sanitation Policy Change https://nlr.ar.gov/2025/07/24/sanitation-policy-change/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sanitation-policy-change Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:12:57 +0000 https://nlr.ar.gov/?p=16946 North Little Rock’s Sanitation Department is no longer able to accept or pick up refrigerators, freezers, or air conditioning units from residents due to landfill policies regarding freon. Residents should […]

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]]> North Little Rock’s Sanitation Department is no longer able to accept or pick up refrigerators, freezers, or air conditioning units from residents due to landfill policies regarding freon.

Residents should now make arrangements for the disposal of the appliances by contacting a local recycler: Tennenbaum Recycling or Reeves Recyclers.

Public notice stating that North Little Rock Sanitation can no longer accept or pick up refrigerators, freezers, or air‑conditioning units, with images of the appliances crossed out and recycler contact information provided.

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