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Local Activist and Author Kareem Moody Reaches Students
Kareem Moody helps college students at Pulaski Tech get their collective feet in the door of the workplace through the Network for Student Success. But getting to the door in the first place takes some work that starts at home.Read more about Moody by clicking on the digital edtion of this month's Little Rock Family.
Local Activist and Author Kareem Moody Reaches Students
Kareem Moody, director of The Network for Student Success at Pulaski Technical College, heads the federally funded program designed to improve lives and encourage black males to complete college. These efforts are implemented through case management, success coaching, and academic, curriculum and life planning.Moody says that while the program helps young people with interviewing, educational and networking skills, the roots of one's success still...
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Save Big at FOCAL Book Sales This Weekend
The Friends of Central Arkansas Libraries (FOCAL) Used Book Sale is going on the road to three different Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) branch library locations in May. Book sales will be held at the following branches: Oley Rooker Library, 11 Otter Creek Court Amy Sanders Library, 31 Shelby Drive, Sherwood Williams Library, 1800 Chester Street Books from the Main Library Used Book Sale will be for sale at these branches 10 a.m. to...
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This Week's Top Family-Friendly Events in Central Arkansas
Check out Little Rock Family's top 10 events for family fun this week in central Arkansas. From The Greek Food Festival to the inaugural River Cities Dragon Boat Festival, there will be plenty to keep central Arkansas families entertained. Read on for more fun, family-friendly events. Thursday, May 16 Beginners Fishing Clinic at CALS Children's Library & Learning Center -- All ages are invited to this fishing clinic taught by the Arkansas Game...
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Wild River Country Now Open
North Little Rock's Wild River Country, 6820 Crystal Hill Rd., North Little Rock, is gearing up for its big opening day tomorrow (May 18) and they're excited to present a new and improved water park complete with refurbished and repainted slides with several additions, such as cabanas, a new mascot, family-fun nights and more. Enjoy the park during its normal hours 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday. Join DC from the KLAL 107.7 FM morning show from 11 a.m....
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Mommy Buzz: Guest Blogger Jerusalem Jackson Greer Makes a Confession About Motherhood
Confession: Having kids did not fix me. I was not somehow more whole, less botched-up, or more certain just because I had a kid. I had thought becoming a mother would be the magic solution; provide me with the missing piece. The hole in my life, in my heart, would finally be filled. I thought having a baby would result in all the stars aligning and my world finally making sense. I wouldn’t be restless anymore. I would feel satisfied, happy,...
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4 Ways to Get You and Your Family on the Road to Cycling
Cycling is a great way to get outdoors, get healthy and enjoy the gorgeous weather with the entire family. Mat Seelinger, owner of Spokes Little Rock, a premier bike shop in the heart of Little Rock, shares a few tips on how to start your journey off right. 1. Figure out where you're going to ride. Will your family hit the mountain trails or take it a little easier on paved streets and paths?2. Pick a bike that fits. You'll especially want to pay...
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Greek Food Festival Starts Tomorrow
The annual International Greek Food Festival is starting tomorrow (May 17) and running through Sunday (May 19) at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1100 Napa Valley Drive, Little Rock. Admission is free. Hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. tomorrow (May 17) and Saturday (May 18) and 11 - 3 p.m. Sunday.  The festival offers an intriguing medley of Greek, Armenian, Georgian, Romanian, Russian, Indian, Middle Eastern, English and American dishes menu favorites....
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family play dates

happening today
Wii World at CALS Main Library
Kids are challenged in an hour of Wii play at 4 p.m. each Mon. No event on May 27.
where:  Central Arkansas Library System Main Library
when:   05/20/13 4:00pm-4:00pm
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