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EXCITING ARKANSAS EVENTS ON THE HORIZON â– You’ve got one last chance to rock on the river this summer at the Peabody RiverTop Party. The summer series concludes on Friday, June 25 with performances by Tragikly White and CRISIS. Doors open at 8 p.m., and the party lasts until well after midnight. Tickets are $5. The Peabody is located at 3 Statehouse Plaza. For more information, call 501-399-8059. â– Showcasing the talents of the dynamic songwriting duo Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, Smokey Joe’s CafĂŠ runs through Sunday, June 27 at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre. Smash hits include “Stand By Me,â€? “Jailhouse Rockâ€? and “Love Potion No. 9.â€? Don’t miss the most popular and long-running musical revue in Broadway history right here in Little Rock. Tickets are $20-$50. The Arkansas Repertory Theatre is located at 601 Main St. For show times, visit www.therep.org or call 501-378-0405. â– Brace yourself for the most musically explosive Fourth of July weekend to take place. Local favorite, Rodney Block, trumpeter, and his band The Real Music Lovers present the Round Midnight Cruise on the Arkansas Queen, Saturday July 3. Block and his band will play a mix of original jazz songs and covers featuring several guest vocalists. D.J. Swift will keep the party going on the riverboat’s upper level. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Boarding begins at 9:30 p.m. The jazz cruise lasts until 1 a.m. Admission is $22 or $35 for VIP access. Purchase tickets in advance by calling 501-372-5777 or 501-442-0649.
Join Rodney Block and the Real Music Lovers aboard the Round Midnight Cruise on July 3.
■The Promenade at Chenal’s summer concert series continues on Friday, July 9 with a performance by CRISIS. The concert is free. Bring a blanket or chair, kick back and enjoy the show. While you’re at the Promenade, browse summer collections at various boutiques and shops and dine at one of the Promenade’s popular restaurants, including Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro or Bravo! Cucina Italiana. Stop by Maggie Moo’s for a refreshing ice cream treat on a hot summer night. The Promenade at Chenal is located at 17711 Chenal Pkwy. For more information, visit www.chenalshopping.com.
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■The Riverfest Amphitheater presents Corey Smith in concert on Thursday, July 15 at 8 p.m. One of modern country’s hottest young artists, Smith is touring in support of his latest album Keeping Up with the Joneses, which bears his trademark brand of revelry with festive singalongs, the tell-tale “$8 Bottle of Wine� and the last-call anthem “Sweet Sorrow.� The first 1,000 tickets are $15 each. After that, tickets are $20 in advance and $25 day of show. Purchase tickets online at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800745-3000. Learn more and download 20+ free songs at www.coreysmith.com.
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■The Little Rock Zoo is hosting its Wild Wonders Animal Show every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. now through Labor Day. The show features freeflying birds, reptiles and mammals. Breakfast with Animals continues with Breakfast at the Farm on Saturday, June 26 and Breakfast with Primates on Saturday, July 24. This unique series allows guests a special up close and personal experience with some of the Zoo’s most interesting residents. Seating is limited. Prior reservations are required. Breakfast with Animals begins at 8 a.m. sharp. For prices, visit www.littlerockzoo.com/ breakfast. The Little Rock Zoo is located at 1 Jonesboro Dr. in Little Rock. Call 501-6662406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com for more information. ■Red White and Tuna is currently running at Murry’s Dinner Playhouse now through Sunday, July 18. The third installment in the Tuna series finds the residents of Texas’ third smallest town preparing for the Fourth of July Tuna High School Class Reunion. On Tuesday, July 20, Murry’s presents one of the most beloved musicals of all time and winner of 7 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, with Annie, the story of a spunky orphan whose journey to find her parents takes her from an orphanage to the president’s office. Showtimes are Tuesday through Saturday, dinner at 6 p.m., curtain at 7:45 p.m.; Sunday and special Wednesday matinees, dinner at 11 a.m., curtain at 12:45 p.m.; and Sunday evenings, dinner at 5:30 p.m., curtain at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $28-$32 for adults and $22 for children under 15. Murry’s is located at 6323 Colonel Glenn Rd. in Little Rock. For more information, visit www.murrysdinnerplayhouse.com or call 501-562-3131. ■Enter the magical world of Alice’s Wonderland, including the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Queen’s Croquet Grounds, the Hall of Mirrors and the Mushroom Forest, at the Arkansas Museum of Discovery. Now through Wednesday, September 8, visitors will tour this mystical world and learn the science behind each curious adventure. Also on display this summer and fall, The Masks of Guerrero interpret Mexican traditions, religious themes and celebrations, such as Day of the Dead and Day of the Holy Cross. Come see this diverse collection of masks and learn about their historical significance. These events are free with general admission. The Museum of Discovery is located at 500 President Clinton Ave. in Little Rock. For more information, visit www.amod.org or call 501-396-7050.
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