ongoingevents sunday
Mindfulness Training in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh – 5:30pm at the Ecumenical Buddhist Society of Little Rock, Chester and 2nd streets. For more info, contact
neale.oldag@netzero.net.
monday
Beginner Yoga – 10 –11am at Sotaira’s Organic Spa & Yoga Studio in Conway. New Yoga Studio offers beginner yoga classes for all. Call 501-733-8313.
Tai Chi /Chi Kung for Seniors–10−11am at Shuffles Dance Studio in West Little Rock. Breathe better, strengthen muscles, improve balance, increase bone strength, relieve stress, and relax. Contact Tina McConnell at 681-1033,
jtkmcconnell@comcast.net.
Advanced Tai Chi with Ron Barron – 5:30pm at Elevate Community Wellness in downtown Little Rock. Prior experience is required. For more info, call 501-603-9567.
Beginner Tai Chi Class–5:45 – 6:45pm with Mala Daggett next door to Revolution Gym, corner of Kavanaugh and Cantrell in LR. Relaxation, increased strength and flexibility, balanced blood pressure, gentle, no-impact movement. Contact 626-2720 or
mala.daggett@nexuslearning.biz.
Introduction to Buddhism – 7pm 1st Mondays of the month at Ecumenical Buddhist Society, 1015 2nd St., Little Rock. Contact 501-376-7056 or
ebs@aristotle.net.
tuesday
Tai Chi for Health – 9am at USA Karate, 532 Airport Rd. in Hot Springs. Leroy Ross teachers this gentle, non-contact movement for improved health, balance, and relief of stress and anxiety. Monthly class packages available or drop-ins welcome. Call 501-655-3048.
Yoga for Beginners Classes – 10am Tues. & Thurs. at The RISE Spiritual Center’s Sattva Studio, 1401 Malvern #180, Hot Springs. Join instructor Aimee de Renouard for a 45 min class in a non-judgmental setting. Cost $15. Please bring mat. More info 501-622-3155 or
RISEhotsprings.com.
Senior Pilates – 10 –11am Tuesdays/Thursdays at Sotaira’s Organic Spa & Yoga Studio in Conway. Specially designed for clients 55 years+, workout will restore the movement, strength and flexibility needed by seniors to carry out normal daily activities. Pilates may also help alleviate pain associated with arthritis and sciatica. Call 501-733-8313.
Little Rock Green Drinks –5:30−7pm 2nd Tuesdays at The House Gastropub at 722 N. Palm in the Hillcrest area of Little Rock. Fun networking event for the environmentally minded. Join us for a drink and meet like-minded individuals. Contact Chris Franke at 501-442-5837 or
cjfranke@gmail.com.
Tai Chi & Chi Kung (Qigong) Class–6:30pm. Wu style tai chi plus Chinese breathing and relaxation exercises taught by Martin Eisele, DOM with 33 years experience in martial arts. Ageless Health and Fitness Center, Little Rock. Call 225-9996.
Hot Springs Oneness Blessing Meeting – 6:30pm every Tuesday at Creative Life Church, 229 Bayard St. in Hot Springs. Contact Jim Bunkley at JBunkley71902@
gmail.com or 501-463-9249.
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Oneness Blessing – 7pm at Unity Church, 2610 Reservoir Road in Little Rock. Receive a oneness blessing, transfer of energy to create an awakening of consciousness. Free, love offerings accepted. Call Chris Johnson 501-258-1899 or see
littlerockonenessblessing.com.
Wesley Foundation Drum Circle of Little Rock– 7:30 – 9pm the 1st Tuesday. Community drumming in yurt near UALR campus on 32nd street off Fair Park Blvd. All ages, no experience needed. Extra instruments on hand. Contact Larry Clarke 227-5695 or
larryclarke@aristotle.net.
wednesday
Yoga with Courtney – 9 – 10am@ the Hot Springs YMCA. Classical Hatha Yoga, all levels welcome. No cost to members, drop in rate is $10 limit 3 drop ins/month.
Yoga Mid-Week Break – 11:45am – 12:30pm at Blue Yoga Nyla, 3718 JFK Blvd. in North Little Rock. Come and take a mid-week breather. Gentle hatha yoga, all levels welcome. $8/class. Call 501-993-2829/ 501-366-0444 or
blueyoganyla.com.
Healing Farm’s Awareness Network–Noon−1pm on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at American Pie Pizza at McCain and North Hills, N. Little Rock and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at Perkins at Central and bypass, Hot Springs. Networking lunch for alternative and medical practitioners, business owners and individuals dedicated to restoring wellness to their communities. Everyone welcome.
Beginner Tai Chi with Ron Barron – 5:30pm at Elevate Community Wellness in downtown Little Rock. All are welcome. For more info, call 501-603-9567.
Conway Green Drinks –5:30−7pm 2nd Wednesdays at La Lucha Space. Social group uniting eco conscious. Contact Sandra Leyva at
sandra@laluchaspace.com.
Tai Chi for Beginners–5:45 – 6:45pm next door to Revolution Gym, Kavanaugh and Cantrell in LR. Mala Daggett, instructor. Relaxation, increased strength and flexibility, balanced blood pressure, more through gentle, no-impact movement. Contact 626-2720 or
mala.daggett@nexuslearning.biz.
Hot Springs Drum Circle – 6-7:30pm every Wednesday at The Poet’s Loft, 514 Central Ave., on Bathhouse Row. All are welcome; extra instruments to share. Contact Denise Marion at
dpmari@cablelynx.com or 501-318-6095.
Mid-week Meditation–7 – 7:30pm at Unity Church of Little Rock, 2610 Reservoir Road in Little Rock. Meditation includes a time for prayer requests and a period of silence. Unity provides a positive alternative to negative religious experiences. Everyone is welcome. Call 501-225-2719.
thursday
Tai Chi and Chi Kung for Seniors–10−11am. Breathe better, strengthen muscles and bones, improve balance, relieve stress, and relax. Shuffles Dance Studio in West Little Rock. Contact Tina McConnell at 681-1033 or
jtkmcconnell@comcast.net.
Dynamite Yoga W/ Kali Empl – 5:15 – 6:15pm at Elevate in downtown Little Rock. Each class has a theme, explored through yoga, chanting, meditation, asana, pranayama, and music. Please pay forward in whatever way feels light and bright to you (money, fresh fruit, trade etc.). Call 888-749-6949 or
ElevateLR@gmail.com.
Circuit Training Class – 5:30 – 6:30 at Carousel Fit- 4-Life Wellness Center in 513 Main St., North Little Rock. Burn fat, calories and stress. Non Members cost per month $15. Taught by Master Trainer Phyllis Hodges. More info at
Carouselfit-4-life.org
Processed Free Living Group – 5:30 – 7pm on the last Thursday of the month at The Green Corner Store, 1423 Main Street, Little Rock. Participants discuss ways to transform health and weight through a nutritious eating plan and healthy lifestyle that supports eating “processed-free” foods. No charge. More at
info@thegreencornerstore.com.
Meditation–6:30pm in Hot Springs. Connect with inner peace within yourself. For location and directions, call Brenda McDaniel at 318-1734.
friday
Beginner Yoga – 9 – 10am at Sotaira’s Organic Spa & Yoga Studio in Conway. New Yoga Studio offers beginner yoga classes for all. Call 501-733-8313.
Tai Chi for Health – 9am at USA Karate, 532 Airport Rd. in Hot Springs. Leroy Ross teachers this gentle, non-contact movement for improved health, balance, and relief of stress and anxiety. Monthly class packages available or drop-ins welcome. Call 501-655-3048.
A Slower, More Meditative Yoga Practice – 12:30 – 2pm in the YURT behind The Wesley Foundation at 5605 West 32nd St. on the UALR campus in Little Rock. Ron Barron leads practice of familiar yoga asanas in slow sequences and complete breath. Calming for body and mind. FREE to all skill levels.
Spa City Co-op Food Pick-up–3 – 6pm bi weekly food pick up at the ArtChurch, 301 Whittington Ave. Hot Springs based local food club sells local, organic produce, meats and food. Membership $25/year. Go to
spacity.locallygrown.net
90 Day Challenge: Get Fit for Good! – 5:30 – 6:30pm at Sotaira’s Organic Spa & Yoga Studio in Conway. Want to be part of the Transformation of your Life & Body? Want to see real results with great support? See what the Challenge is all about & how nutrition is a big part of it. Call 501-733-8313.
Circuit Training Class – 5:30 – 6:30 at Carousel Fit- 4-Life Wellness Center in 513 Main St., North Little Rock. Burn fat, calories and stress. Non Members cost per month $15. Taught by Master Trainer Phyllis Hodges. More info at
Carouselfit-4-life.org
Fun First Fridays – 5:30 – 7:30pm 1st Friday at Hobby Lobby, 12201 W Markham, Little Rock. Come and bring a friend and make a card and gift item! You’ll have a blast being creative. Please RSVP with how many are coming;. Call Ellen at 877- 410-6575 or email
GratefulStamper@aol.com. See
GratefulStampers.StampinUp.net.
saturday
Tai Chi for Beginners – 9 – 10am with Mala Daggett next door to Revolution Gym, corner of Kavanaugh and Cantrell. Relaxation, increased strength and flexibility, balanced blood pressure, and more through gentle, no-impact movement. Tai Chi & Chi Kung Institute, Little Rock. Contact 626-2720 or
mala.daggett@nexuslearning.biz.
Tai Chi Class–10am. Wu style tai chi plus Chinese breathing and relaxation exercises taught by Martin Eisele with 33 years experience in martial arts. Ageless Health and Fitness Center, Little Rock. Call 225-9996.
Arkansas Sustainability Network (ASN) Local Food Club–10am−12pm pick-up every Saturday. Little Rock based local food club sells local, organic produce, meats and food. Membership of $5. Call 372-6996.
Chair Massage at Good Earth Natural Foods – 11am – 4pm at 3955 Central, Hot Springs. $10 for 15 minutes. For more info, contact 501-520-4551 or
goodearth.com.
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