Topic:
3 Quick Steps to Building a Third Place Through Tactical Urbanism

About the Local Motive Tour:
Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour: Get the tools you need to take action and make your community more economically resilient. From changing outdated parking laws to getting kids to school more safely—each of the tour stops provides participants with the tools and inspiration they need to get started building strong towns right now!

Each stop features:

• An opportunity to socialize with people in Little Rock who want to take a proactive role in strengthening our city.

• An engaging presentation on a specific topic with a Strong Towns staff member and a special guest who has extensive experience taking action in this field.

• A facilitated discussion and Q&A with local special guests to better understand this topic in the context of Little Rock.

• A take-home “Action Guide” you can use right now in your community.

About Our Little Rock:
Our Little Rock is building a network of residents dedicated to creating a more vibrant and connected community. They envision a city where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, understands the value of people-centered spaces, and has the tools to shape their neighborhoods into safe, walkable, and joyful places. Join OLR to learn how you can contribute to this vision! Hear from inspiring changemakers across the country and connect with local experts to discover how to ways to make a difference right here in Little Rock.

Topic:
From Crash to Community Empowerment: Addressing a Car Crash Can Save and Change Lives

About the Local Motive Tour:
Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour: Get the tools you need to take action and make your community more economically resilient. From changing outdated parking laws to getting kids to school more safely—each of the tour stops provides participants with the tools and inspiration they need to get started building strong towns right now!

Each stop features:

• An opportunity to socialize with people in Little Rock who want to take a proactive role in strengthening our city.

• An engaging presentation on a specific topic with a Strong Towns staff member and a special guest who has extensive experience taking action in this field.

• A facilitated discussion and Q&A with local special guests to better understand this topic in the context of Little Rock.

• A take-home “Action Guide” you can use right now in your community.

About Our Little Rock:
Our Little Rock is building a network of residents dedicated to creating a more vibrant and connected community. They envision a city where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, understands the value of people-centered spaces, and has the tools to shape their neighborhoods into safe, walkable, and joyful places. Join OLR to learn how you can contribute to this vision! Hear from inspiring changemakers across the country and connect with local experts to discover how to ways to make a difference right here in Little Rock.

Topic:
How Faith Community Spaces Can Be Used to Transform Neighborhoods

About the Local Motive Tour:
Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour: Get the tools you need to take action and make your community more economically resilient. From changing outdated parking laws to getting kids to school more safely—each of the tour stops provides participants with the tools and inspiration they need to get started building strong towns right now!

Each stop features:

• An opportunity to socialize with people in Little Rock who want to take a proactive role in strengthening our city.

• An engaging presentation on a specific topic with a Strong Towns staff member and a special guest who has extensive experience taking action in this field.

• A facilitated discussion and Q&A with local special guests to better understand this topic in the context of Little Rock.

• A take-home “Action Guide” you can use right now in your community.

About Our Little Rock:
Our Little Rock is building a network of residents dedicated to creating a more vibrant and connected community. They envision a city where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, understands the value of people-centered spaces, and has the tools to shape their neighborhoods into safe, walkable, and joyful places. Join OLR to learn how you can contribute to this vision! Hear from inspiring changemakers across the country and connect with local experts to discover how to ways to make a difference right here in Little Rock.

This holiday season, the SGA Community Relations Committee invites all current students, faculty, and staff to come together over a festive meal and shared purpose. 

Think of Friendsgiving with a twist!

Join us for Grateful Harvest on Wednesday, November 20th at Sturgis Hall from 3:30 p.m. to  5:30 p.m. 

We look forward to welcoming The Arkansas Food Bank (AFB) and CSPS Community Leaders to discuss innovative ways to address food insecurity through grassroots organizing, art, and activism. This is our first official community service event, and we kindly ask that you bring two non-perishable items to help us launch our holiday food drive! Check out AFB's list of most needed items.

Food will be provided and if you would like to contribute to the dessert potluck, please indicate what you would like to bring below.

Date: Wednesday, November 20th

Time: 3:30p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Sturgis Hall

Admission: Two Non-Perishable Food Items to Donte to the Arkansas Food Bank

If you have questions, please feel welcome to contact Amanda Rodrigues Smith, VP of SGA Community Relations: asmith@clintonschool.uasys.edu.

Topic:
Creating Neighborhoods for People of All Ages

About the Local Motive Tour:
Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour: Get the tools you need to take action and make your community more economically resilient. From changing outdated parking laws to getting kids to school more safely—each of the tour stops provides participants with the tools and inspiration they need to get started building strong towns right now!

Each stop features:

• An opportunity to socialize with people in Little Rock who want to take a proactive role in strengthening our city.

• An engaging presentation on a specific topic with a Strong Towns staff member and a special guest who has extensive experience taking action in this field.

• A facilitated discussion and Q&A with local special guests to better understand this topic in the context of Little Rock.

• A take-home “Action Guide” you can use right now in your community.

About Our Little Rock:
Our Little Rock is building a network of residents dedicated to creating a more vibrant and connected community. They envision a city where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, understands the value of people-centered spaces, and has the tools to shape their neighborhoods into safe, walkable, and joyful places. Join OLR to learn how you can contribute to this vision! Hear from inspiring changemakers across the country and connect with local experts to discover how to ways to make a difference right here in Little Rock.

Calling Cornbread lovers! We need your help. The Arkansas Cornbread Festival is a great place to meet friends, support a unique community building event and of course the yummy place to be on November 9, 2024. Volunteer as an individual or as a group! If you have a large group (more than 10) that wants to help out, email us at info@ArkansasCornbreadFestival.com.

Topic:
Getting Kids to School More Safely and Actively

About the Local Motive Tour:
Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour: Get the tools you need to take action and make your community more economically resilient. From changing outdated parking laws to getting kids to school more safely—each of the tour stops provides participants with the tools and inspiration they need to get started building strong towns right now!

Each stop features:

• An opportunity to socialize with people in Little Rock who want to take a proactive role in strengthening our city.

• An engaging presentation on a specific topic with a Strong Towns staff member and a special guest who has extensive experience taking action in this field.

• A facilitated discussion and Q&A with local special guests to better understand this topic in the context of Little Rock.

• A take-home “Action Guide” you can use right now in your community.

About Our Little Rock:
Our Little Rock is building a network of residents dedicated to creating a more vibrant and connected community. They envision a city where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, understands the value of people-centered spaces, and has the tools to shape their neighborhoods into safe, walkable, and joyful places. Join OLR to learn how you can contribute to this vision! Hear from inspiring changemakers across the country and connect with local experts to discover how to ways to make a difference right here in Little Rock.

Downtown Little Rock will celebrate its fourth official Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) celebration hosted by the Central Arkansas Library System, Downtown Little Rock Partnership, Plaza Frida, and Mexican Consulate of Little Rock. The event will feature authentic Mexican food, drinks, music, and traditional Day of the Dead customs and paraphernalia. As is the hallmark of Day of the Dead celebrations, the event will feature a handmade, seven-layer-tall altar (ofrenda) to honor the souls of loved ones who have passed before us. The public is invited to bring photos of their loved ones and/or an altar offering in their loved one’s honor. There are multiple volunteer opportunities currently available. Volunteers will receive a raffle ticket to win a gift basket. To sign up for a volunteer shift, please email Polly Deems, pdeems@cals.org.

Topic:
Investing in Housing Development that Strengthens Neighborhoods Without Pushing People Out

About the Local Motive Tour:
Strong Towns Local-Motive Tour: Get the tools you need to take action and make your community more economically resilient. From changing outdated parking laws to getting kids to school more safely—each of the tour stops provides participants with the tools and inspiration they need to get started building strong towns right now!

Each stop features:

• An opportunity to socialize with people in Little Rock who want to take a proactive role in strengthening our city.

• An engaging presentation on a specific topic with a Strong Towns staff member and a special guest who has extensive experience taking action in this field.

• A facilitated discussion and Q&A with local special guests to better understand this topic in the context of Little Rock.

• A take-home “Action Guide” you can use right now in your community.

About Our Little Rock:
Our Little Rock is building a network of residents dedicated to creating a more vibrant and connected community. They envision a city where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, understands the value of people-centered spaces, and has the tools to shape their neighborhoods into safe, walkable, and joyful places. Join OLR to learn how you can contribute to this vision! Hear from inspiring changemakers across the country and connect with local experts to discover how to ways to make a difference right here in Little Rock.