Trendlines Podcast

Hi! We’re Nate and Saana and we have a lot to say about the world. We are endlessly fascinated by our changing society and culture, and curious to learn from all different angles. Follow along as we discuss everything from politics to pop culture to our own ( many) shortcomings as we navigate life on the third rock from the sun. What qualifies us to host a podcast? In the tradition of our reality tv show generation, absolutely nothing, but we hope you will hang out with us anyway. Hi mom!

In today’s #podcast, the words liberal/conservative/independent/Democrat/Republican can mean many things. Listen here

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Taste of the Finest

Local chefs rolled up their sleeves for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's annual culinary fundraising event, Taste of the Finest. Guests enjoyed specialties from some of the city’s finest dining establishments and breweries, a silent auction and live music from Mayday by Midnight. The evening honored 30 up-and-comers in the Little Rock area for their success in business, community involvement and support of CFF.

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October Newsletter - Create Little Rock

t’s hard to believe that my year as your chair is coming to a close soon. The board has been in overdrive this entire year to bring new events and opportunities for everyone. This month is certainly no different.This weekend brings the return of one of my favorite Create Little Rock events, PopUp in the Rock. This program works to highlight a selected area of our city each year. This year's PopUp demonstration will be in Southwest Little Rock. 

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PopUp event spotlights southwest Little Rock

The annual event spotlights areas of the city that organizers believe are underdeveloped and could benefit from what Create Little Rock chair Rhonna Wade calls "strategic investment." Past areas targeted by the campaign include Stifft Station in Little Rock and Argenta in North Little Rock. Wade said the pop-up is intended to inspire development such as the opening of Stone's Throw brewery's new location in Stifft Station in May.

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Taste of the Finest benefits Cystic Fibrosis

Taste of the Finest is a fundraiser to bring awareness to cystic fibrosis and how it affects those who have it. The event is August 16 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. at the Statehouse Convention Center in the Wally Allen Ballroom. Attendees have the opportunity to eat from some of the finest local restaurants and breweries, participate in a silent auction, and listen to a live concert by Mayday by Midnight.

Cashe Restaurant is one of the restaurants involved in the event. Chef Tim Morton makes beef tenderloin with whipped potatoes for What's for Dinner.

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August Newsletter - Create Little Rock

We appreciate everyone who participated over the summer in the Land in the Rock events - we know that it made for a meaningful and welcoming experience for the interns, law clerks, and those CLR members who are new to town.  We've invited the interns and law clerks to Thursday's Happy Hour at the Little Rock Club so that we can give them a proper send-off before they head back to college.  We hope to see you there!

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March Newsletter - Create Little Rock

One of the biggest challenges with attending networking events is trying to figure out what to do when you get there. Besides enjoying the food and drinks, gatherings like this are a perfect opportunity for you to build not only your network, but also share your interests and talents. Here are some of my favorite things to prepare for and do at networking events:

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The Yarn Storytelling

The Yarn kicks off our 2019 season with The Art of Failure.Have you ever experienced failure or a string of failures that ultimately led to success? What about a failure that you couldn't bounce back from? Perhaps a failure that has changed the way you think, act or live? Come hear the stories of bravery as storytellers share their stories of the art of failure.

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Community foundation official to address Youth Advisory Council - PB Commercial

“Her role enables her to connect with the various affiliate offices around the state and ensure that they have the resources necessary to continue doing the amazing work they are already doing,” according to a news release.

Wade will speak to 8th through 12th graders in Jefferson County who are interested in learning about philanthropy, fund development, grant making, and community building. Parents are also invited to attend the meeting.

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