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Baptist Health treats Arkansans with the very latest medical technology and with the most experienced caregivers. But sometimes the most valuable treatment starts with a knowledgeable voice and a sympathetic ear.We have one goal at Baptist Health HealthLine, says

Beth Scales, Senior HealthLine Advisor. To make sure our callers on the other end of the line get exactly what they need, no matter what it takes.Baptist Health HealthLine (1-888-BAPTIST) is a free

service provided by Baptist Health. One call puts you in touch with a trained Advisor dedicated to helping solve your health care inquiry. And while everyone who calls the Baptist Health HealthLine can enjoy the polite customer engagement, its the expertise that the services users appreciate most. From scheduling appointments and providing directions,

to navigating complicated insurance issues, Baptist Health HealthLine provides expert counsel five days a week from 7AM until 7PM. Even if you require aid from an out-of-state provider, Baptist Health HealthLine makes sure that callers receive the help they need. People call with a variety of questions and concerns, says

Beth, and we have the resources that allow us to respond quickly.One resource is a comprehensive, easily accessible

database that enables HealthLine Advisors to reference callers quickly and completely. Thats a big help when callers are seeking repeat services, or would like to take steps for follow-up care.

Every day, HealthLine Advisors assist Arkansans in finding doctors and recommending referrals. They can also help you determine which physician best fits your needs, accepts Medicare and Medicaid, or is currently accepting new patients. Though Baptist Health HealthLine Advisors arent

licensed caregivers, they are trained to provide information on a variety of health-related questions and medical procedures. Whats the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes? Which procedures are performed using the DaVinci Robotic Surgical System? What are the latest statistics associated with smoking and heart disease?Baptist Health HealthLine is among the very best

resources in Arkansas for health related information and services. And its absolutely free. Call 1-888-BAPTIST Monday through Friday, from 7AM to 7PM, for immediate and friendly assistance.

All Our Best is stAnding By At Baptist HealtH HealtHline

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Baptist Health treats Arkansans with the very latest medical technology and with the most experienced caregivers. But sometimes the most valuable treatment starts with a knowledgeable voice and a sympathetic ear.We have one goal at Baptist Health HealthLine, says

Beth Scales, Senior HealthLine Advisor. To make sure our callers on the other end of the line get exactly what they need, no matter what it takes.Baptist Health HealthLine (1-888-BAPTIST) is a free

service provided by Baptist Health. One call puts you in touch with a trained Advisor dedicated to helping solve your health care inquiry. And while everyone who calls the Baptist Health HealthLine can enjoy the polite customer engagement, its the expertise that the services users appreciate most. From scheduling appointments and providing directions,

to navigating complicated insurance issues, Baptist Health HealthLine provides expert counsel five days a week from 7AM until 7PM. Even if you require aid from an out-of-state provider, Baptist Health HealthLine makes sure that callers receive the help they need. People call with a variety of questions and concerns, says

Beth, and we have the resources that allow us to respond quickly.One resource is a comprehensive, easily accessible

database that enables HealthLine Advisors to reference callers quickly and completely. Thats a big help when callers are seeking repeat services, or would like to take steps for follow-up care.

Every day, HealthLine Advisors assist Arkansans in finding doctors and recommending referrals. They can also help you determine which physician best fits your needs, accepts Medicare and Medicaid, or is currently accepting new patients. Though Baptist Health HealthLine Advisors arent

licensed caregivers, they are trained to provide information on a variety of health-related questions and medical procedures. Whats the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes? Which procedures are performed using the DaVinci Robotic Surgical System? What are the latest statistics associated with smoking and heart disease?Baptist Health HealthLine is among the very best

resources in Arkansas for health related information and services. And its absolutely free. Call 1-888-BAPTIST Monday through Friday, from 7AM to 7PM, for immediate and friendly assistance.

All Our Best is stAnding By At Baptist HealtH HealtHline

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MOTHERS DAY GIFT GUIDENeed ideas for what to get mommy dearest this upcoming holiday? Check out this Mothers Day gift guide for inspiration found in the shops near you.

Mothers Day / gift guide

Arlines Individuality in Skin Care3706 JFK Blvd. North Little Rock

[email protected] 501.219.2080arlinesindividualityinskincare.weebly.com

The Fountain of Youth Kit by Glymed Plus

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Beyond Cotton10700 N. Rodney Parham Little Rock

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Aqua Sunshine Susan Top by Escapada

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Day of Pampering Gift Certificate$175- Includes Manicure, Pedicure, Facial, Make-up Application, Shampoo/Style & Lunch{

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Spring Tour of Homes TicketsMay 11-12$125 Candlelight Tour | $25 Sunday Tour{

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MOTHERS DAY GIFT GUIDENeed ideas for what to get mommy dearest this upcoming holiday? Check out this Mothers Day gift guide for inspiration found in the shops near you.

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Arlines Individuality in Skin Care3706 JFK Blvd. North Little Rock

[email protected] 501.219.2080arlinesindividualityinskincare.weebly.com

The Fountain of Youth Kit by Glymed Plus

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Beyond Cotton10700 N. Rodney Parham Little Rock

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Aqua Sunshine Susan Top by Escapada

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Day of Pampering Gift Certificate$175- Includes Manicure, Pedicure, Facial, Make-up Application, Shampoo/Style & Lunch{

Quapaw Quarter Association615 E. Captiol Ave. Little Rock quapaw.com 501.371-0075

Spring Tour of Homes TicketsMay 11-12$125 Candlelight Tour | $25 Sunday Tour{

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Business Profiles

As AY celebrAtes our 25th AnniversAry, we tAke A moment to

celebrAte ArkAnsAs businesses thAt hAve left their mArks

for more thAn A quArter century. through innovAtion,

greAt business ethics, community support And more, these

businesses hAve stood the test of time. we congrAtulAte

them As they continue to crAft sterling legAcies.

great satisfaction comes from the process of creation starting with just an idea and building something that lasts.

celebrating 25+ years

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For almost 80 years, the Roller family has compassionately helped other Arkansas families lay their loved ones to rest. The respectful, caring service, founded by Denver and Christine Roller, which the staff provides for families and individuals during this difficult time, has helped Roller Funeral Homes become the states largest such provider.Founder Denver Roller served

his funeral apprenticeship in Missouri before moving to Mountain Home, Ark. to work for McClure Funeral Home. When the owner offered to sell Roller the funeral home, he leapt at the opportunity. My grandfather was the only embalmer/mortician in the north region, and he took care of everyones needs throughout WWII, said Renata Jenkins Byler, the familys third generation and the companys vice president of marketing and facilities. My grandparents eventually sold the funeral home back to McClure, and he and his wife Christine, moved to Little Rock, bought Drummond Funeral Home and the rest is history, Byler added. A visionary in the funeral

industry, Roller established Arkansas first crematory and offered the states first pre-paid funeral program through the companys Assured Peace. When my grandfather died in 1985, Roller Funeral Homes had a presence across Arkansas with 13 homes. Today we consist of 28 funeral homes, nine cemeteries, two crematories, and a flower shop, Byler said. The familys third generation continues with the same commitment and integrity as her grandparents and parents. Sue Roller Jenkins, daughter of Denver and Christine, and husband Lynn Jenkins have retired from the profession but serve as board members. A five-person team, led by Pres. Bill Booker includes Renata Jenkins Byler; Tim Byler, vice president of information technology; Steve Ballard, vice president of operations; and Tom Compton, vice president of finance, guides the more than 350 employees and all abide by the motto to serve as we would be served. Renata Byler said, It takes

special people to excel in the funeral profession. People who are happy and thrive in this

line of work find that its more than a job ... its a calling. The purpose of a funeral is two-fold: to mourn the death of a loved one, while celebrating his or her life and to begin the grieving process for the living. Roller Funeral Homes assist in all stages of planning, from completing paperwork to helping arrange financing and ensuring that final wishes are carried out. The success of Roller Funeral

Homes has been recognized by Arkansas Business, the city of Little Rock, and readers of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette who have voted Roller the best funeral home every year since 1999. In addition, the company has been awarded the Hospice Compassion Award, Corporate Humanitarian Award by the Governors Office. As happy as we are to receive these honors, there is nothing more fulfilling than knowing at the end of the day that we have helped families lay their loved ones to rest and pay tribute to their lives. Mrs. Byler said. We are honored that families choose us to play such an important role and that we are able to do this, with all our respect.

Every family is individual and unique, as is their story about their loved ones death. We are here to make sure their funeral wishes are fulfilled. The funeral process is the beginning of the healing for those of us left to live on, which is done ...with all our respect.

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Roller Family: couples from left to right Lynn Jenkins and Sue Roller Jenkins and Tim Byler and Renata Jenkins Byler

CELEBRATING 25+ YEARs

What have you learned after 25(+) years in business?

Competitiveadvantages

- roller is family-owned and

professionally managed.

- assured Peace funeral Plan, the largest

pre-paid funeral plan in arkansas

- Citizens fidelity Insurance Co., one of the

leading final expense insurance companies

insuring over 150,000 fellow arkansans

- Economies of scale

- Efficiency of our personnel and equipment

- Web-casting, viewing services in real-time

number of employees: 350+top executive: Bill Booker, Pres.product or service: funeral, Cemetery & Cremation services

year founded : 1936

R o l l e R FuneRal Home

Business Profiles

As AY celebrAtes our 25th AnniversAry, we tAke A moment to

celebrAte ArkAnsAs businesses thAt hAve left their mArks

for more thAn A quArter century. through innovAtion,

greAt business ethics, community support And more, these

businesses hAve stood the test of time. we congrAtulAte

them As they continue to crAft sterling legAcies.

great satisfaction comes from the process of creation starting with just an idea and building something that lasts.

celebrating 25+ years

Since 1969, Brooks Pool Company has created thousands of timeless wa-terscapes on the grounds of private residences and many well-known com-mercial projects through-out Central Arkansas and remains the preferred choice among the states top general contractors and homeowners unwilling to compromise quality for price. These valued rela-tionships and extensive list of projects affirm the com-panys place at the heart of the pool construction in-dustry in Arkansas.

John Brooks founded Brooks Pool Company, and his son, Clyde, and grand-son, Clayton, continue his personal commitment to unparalleled quality, bring-ing an uncompromising standard of integrity and strong commitment to ex-cellence to every project.

Collaborating with pro-fessional landscape archi-tects, designers and con-

tractors allows Brooks Pool Company to focus on all the fine construction de-tails and deliver the high-est quality craftsmanship to create highly individu-alized aquatic structures that blend naturally and beautifully into any set-ting. Relying on only a few select subcontractors and personally overseeing every detail of each project enables Brooks Pool Com-pany to stand behind their guarantee that you cannot buy a higher quality pool than a Brooks pool.

The Young family in the Edgehill neighborhood of Little Rock recently expe-rienced the Brooks Pool Companys perfectionist, open-minded and profes-sional work ethic for a second time to create their backyard pool in 2012. I wanted it to look like it had been here forever, said Diana. Young told Brooks Pool Company what she envisioned and, teaming

up with a local renowned landscape architect, they made it a reality.

Its heaven in the mid-dle of the city, Young said. Now that the pool is built and the area is landscaped, the Young family and their friends enjoy quality time together in their own little piece of paradise.

In addition to creating custom residential pools, spas and water features, projects have included ev-erything from Little Rock Athletic Club pool and the fountain at Lakewood Vil-lage in North Little Rock to numerous community pools, apartment com-plex pools and hotel pools around Central Arkansas.

This history is the foun-dation of Brooks Pool Companys promise to its customers: You can buy a less expensive pool, but you cannot buy a higher-quality pool than a Brooks pool.

Compromising on integrity or best practice to sell a job is never an option. Wed rather lose a job than compromise on the functionality or quality of a project, said Clayton. This is why our customers return to us, why they refer us and why were the first choice of second-generation Brooks Pool Company customers.

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Brooks pools: BRIngIng An unCOMPROMIsIng sTAndARd Of InTEgRITy TO EvERy PROjECT

Brooks Infinity Pool and Spa



A third-generation company with over four decades of experience in the pool construction industry, Brooks Pool Company brings an unmatched combination of knowledge, skill and expertise to every project, enabling us to take on projects of any descrip-tion from breathtaking infinity pools and lavish fountains to tranquil water features. Each project is constructed and finished at our highest standards and comes with a guarantee of qual-ity beyond compare.

number of employees: 6top executive: Clyde & Clay Brooksproduct or service: Custom Concrete Pools, spas & Water features

years in business : 44

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Since 1969, Brooks Pool Company has created timeless waterscapes on the grounds of Central Arkan-sas most exquisite private residences and many well-known commercial projects and remains the preferred choice among the states top builders, architects, engineers, and homeown-ers unwilling to compro-mise quality for price. These valued relationships and prestigious list of proj-ects affirm the companys place at the heart of the pool construction industry in Arkansas.John Brooks founded

Brooks Pool Company, and his son, Clyde, and grand-son, Clayton, continue his personal commitment to unparalleled quality, bring-ing an uncompromising standard of integrity and strong commitment to ex-cellence to every project.Collaborating with pro-

fessional landscape archi-tects, designers and engi-

neers allows Brooks Pool Company to focus on all the fine construction de-tails and deliver the high-est quality craftsmanship to create highly individu-alized aquatic structures that blend naturally and beautifully into any set-ting. Relying on only a few select subcontractors and personally overseeing every detail of each project enables Brooks Pool Com-pany to stand behind their guarantee that you cannot buy a higher quality pool than a Brooks pool.The Young family in the

Edgehill neighborhood of Little Rock recently expe-rienced the Brooks Pool Companys perfectionist, open-minded and profes-sional work ethic for a second time to create their backyard pool in 2012. I wanted it to look like it had been here forever, said Diana. Young told Brooks Pool Company what she envisioned and, teaming

up with a local landscape architect, they made it a reality. Its heaven in the mid-

dle of the city, Young said. Now that the pool is built and the area is landscaped, the Young family and their friends enjoy quality time together in their own little piece of paradise. In addition to creating

custom residential pools, spas and water features, projects have included ev-erything from Little Rock Athletic Club pool and the fountain at Lakewood Village in North Little Rock to multiple commu-nity pools, apartment com-plex pools and hotel pools around Central Arkansas. This history is the foun-

dation of Brooks Pool Companys promise to its customers: You can buy a less expensive pool, but you cannot buy a higher-quality pool than a Brooks pool.

Weve built a reputation for our strict attention to detail, unsur-passed commitment to quality and uncompromising workmanship, said Clayton. This is why our cus-tomers return to us, why they refer us and why were the first choice of second-generation Brooks Pool Company customers.

2008 N. ArThur ST. LITTLE rOCK, Ar 72207501.771.1501BrOOKSPOOLS.COM

Brooks pools: BrINgINg AN uNCOMPrOMISINg STANdArd Of INTEgrITy TO EvEry PrOjECT

Brooks Infinity Pool and Spa



A third-generation company with over four decades of experience in the pool construction industry, Brooks Pool Company brings an unmatched combination of knowledge, skill and expertise to every project, enabling us to take on projects of any descrip-tion from breathtaking infinity pools and lavish fountains to tranquil water features. Each project is constructed and finished at our highest standards and comes with a guarantee of qual-ity beyond compare.

number of employees: 6top executive: Clay Brooksproduct or service: Custom Concrete Pools, Spas & Water features

years in business : 44

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Snell laboratory: exCeLLiNg iN prOsthetiCs aNd OrthOtiCs fOr Over 100 years.

Snell Prosthetic & Orthotic Laboratory

CELEBRATING 25 YEARs



snells competitive advantages in-clude using the latest technology available; an emphasis on providing continuing education for all profes-sional staff members; a devoted staff (some have been with the company for more than forty years); the com-panys commitment to community service and support of non-profit or-ganizations; and the benefits of com-munity-based care at eleven offices across the state.

number of employees: 62top executives: frank snell, CpOrick fleetwood, CeO

product or service: prosthetics, Orthotics, pedorthics and post-Mastectomy

year founded : 1911

S n e l lProSthetic & orthotic

l a b o r ato r y

In 1911 when R.W. Pop Snell first started the ortho-pedic appliances company that would eventually be-come Snell Prosthetic & Or-thotic Laboratory, there were no rules, regulations or prec-edents to guide him. He sim-ply set out to handcraft his first artificial limbs knowing that an important need was there to be met and bet-ter solutions could be devised by someone who stepped for-ward and led the way toward developing them.With no established prec-

edent to follow, Snell set his own style, chose his own steps and introduced his own innovative ideas and designs. Patients learned of Snells skill largely through word of mouth and referrals. From those early limbs fashioned of tough rawhide and pliable red willow through the war years that followed, which brought waves of returning disabled veterans in need of his services, the business prospered.It was a business to which

the family remained com-mitted. From the beginning, the Snells have filled leader-

ship positions, creating the benchmark for quality and service in the fields of pros-thetics and orthotics. When the first standards tests were established in 1948, Ed Snell (nephew of Pop Snell) was among the first practitioners in the country to qualify as a Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist (CPO). Continuing education, professional certi-fication and licensure remain as tenets of the company.Current Snell Laboratory

president Frank Snell, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, a great-neph-ew of the original founder, began working alongside his father at the rapidly-growing company at age 14, develop-ing the skills required for an Orthotist/Prosthetist. When he joined the company full time in 1972 as a graduate of Northwestern University, he brought with him new man-agement skills and methods as well as new insights and goals.Over the past century,

Snell Laboratory has taken an active role in the amazing strides made in the prosthet-ics and orthotics field. Raw-hide and red willow wood

have long been replaced by high-performance materials such as carbon-fiber com-posites and advanced ther-moplastics. Ever-improving technology continues to focus on improving patient comfort and mobility, with greater accuracy of fit, lighter weight and greater durabil-ity as perpetual goals. Today practitioners at the company routinely fit patients with microprocessor-controlled prosthetic legs and orthotic knee joints.In their persistent pursuit

of excellence across the de-cades, Snell Laboratory has enthusiastically investigated and implemented new pro-cedures and methods that keep them in the forefront of developing new technologies through beta testing of new products in tandem with leading manufacturers and through rapid adaptation of the newest measurement, fit-ting and fabrication technol-ogies, they continue to help those with physical challeng-es overcome obstacles so that they may lead productive, in-dependent lives.

perhaps the most important thing i have learned is the certainty of change. Whether it is the emerging technology that continually yields ground-breaking innovations or the recent legislation that will soon de-termine how the various portions of health care are delivered to our pa-tients, success will come to those who work the hardest to master these coming changes.

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kansasSee

The Natural State is a sight to see. From the high peaks of the Ozarks to the Delta marshes, Arkansas varied landscape is breathtaking; but its the towns you find along the way that truly captivate travelers. Take a tour of three of the states hidden gems and stay awhile if you can.

Travelers entering Arkansas by way of the Greenville US-82/US-278 Bridge.

The Argenta Arts Foundation (AAF) formed in January 2010 to develop the Argenta Arts District by creating events, marketing the district, providing support for other art endeavors and stimulating the economic development and revitalization of the community.

The AAF executes eight annual events in addition to a weekly farmers market and

monthly art walks and provides support for other art ventures, such as Tales From the

South, the Little Rock Film Festival, Arkansas Sculptors Invitational, the Thea Foundation

Art Festival, the Argenta Film Series and The Joints Main Thing Theater performances.

In partnership with the Argenta Downtown Council, we have created an environment

to attract the arts and now have 10 arts organizations, eight performance venues and

10 visual art venues.

In May 2012 we launched the Moon Shot Project. Designed to increase college

attendance, the Moon Shot Project calls for A+ Teaching Method in all North Little

Rock School District Schools, bringing City Year to scale to serve off-track students and

Art Connection. The AAF started Art Connection, an art-based after school/summer

work program for under-resourced teens, in September of 2012 and currently employs

20 teens.

The AAF has been selected as a host for the Mid-America Arts Alliance Artist Inc.

program in September 2013. Weve recruited artists in a variety of disciplines to serve

Argenta

as facilitators and will provide support for the eight-

week program. We will continue to host Artist Inc.

for Central Arkansas in the future.

The AAF believes the arts are a proven method to

increase revitalization and economic development

of our downtown and will continue our efforts to

attract art-related businesses, artists and young,

college-educated individuals who will contribute to

our growth.

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kansasSee

The Natural State is a sight to see. From the high peaks of the Ozarks to the Delta marshes, Arkansas varied landscape is breathtaking; but its the towns you find along the way that truly captivate travelers. Take a tour of three of the states hidden gems and stay awhile if you can.

Travelers entering Arkansas by way of the Greenville US-82/US-278 Bridge.

The Argenta Arts Foundation (AAF) formed in January 2010 to develop the Argenta Arts District by creating events, marketing the district, providing support for other art endeavors and stimulating the economic development and revitalization of the community.

The AAF executes eight annual events in addition to a weekly farmers market and

monthly art walks and provides support for other art ventures, such as Tales From the

South, the Little Rock Film Festival, Arkansas Sculptors Invitational, the Thea Foundation

Art Festival, the Argenta Film Series and The Joints Main Thing Theater performances.

In partnership with the Argenta Downtown Council, we have created an environment

to attract the arts and now have 10 arts organizations, eight performance venues and

10 visual art venues.

In May 2012 we launched the Moon Shot Project. Designed to increase college

attendance, the Moon Shot Project calls for A+ Teaching Method in all North Little

Rock School District Schools, bringing City Year to scale to serve off-track students and

Art Connection. The AAF started Art Connection, an art-based after school/summer

work program for under-resourced teens, in September of 2012 and currently employs

20 teens.

The AAF has been selected as a host for the Mid-America Arts Alliance Artist Inc.

program in September 2013. Weve recruited artists in a variety of disciplines to serve

Argenta

as facilitators and will provide support for the eight-

week program. We will continue to host Artist Inc.

for Central Arkansas in the future.

The AAF believes the arts are a proven method to

increase revitalization and economic development

of our downtown and will continue our efforts to

attract art-related businesses, artists and young,

college-educated individuals who will contribute to

our growth.

See

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Arkansas most unique festivals: Bloomin in the Bay (April), Surf the Bay (June) and StoryFest (Oct). Always a treat , the outdoor amphitheater regularly hosts music, plays and more.

With outstanding quality of life and affordable housing tucked in the peaceful beauty of the Ozarks, Fairfield Bay is where the amenities of a Mountain Lake resort and the qualities of a caring community come together. Come see us!

Someday Starts Today in Fairfield BayNestled on the north shore of the pristine Greers Ferry Lake, Fairfield Bay showcases a community of people who enjoy the great outdoors

while living a lifestyle of new experiences. With its

tree-lined country boulevards, winding trails , year-

round fishing and championship golfing, Fairfield

Bay is home to a growing community of residents

and vacationers alike!

Natural Setting. Resort Living. Countless amenities

are part of the outdoor resort lifestyle in Fairfield

Bay, including fishing and boating on scenic Greers

Ferry Lake, teeing off on two 18-hole championship golf courses,

hiking Sugar Loaf Mountain the first designated National

Scenic Trail in Arkansas and exploring the historic boulders

and caves at Indian Rock, where de Soto visited in 1542. There

are 8 championship tennis courts, 3 resort-style pools, fitness

center, library, country club and more in a mild climate that

makes it the ideal location for year-round memories.

Always Something Happening. The community holds some of

Fairf ield BaySee

P erhaps Pine Bluff s best-kept secrets are the many museums and exhibition centers that can be found throughout the city, each

specializing in its own interpretation of

a unique subject.

Murals on Main is an informal exhibition

of a dozen murals painted by renowned

artists on the sides of buildings along Main

Street since 1992.

The Arkansas Entertainers Hall of

Fame, inside the Convention Center,

highlights Arkansas sons and daughters

in the entertainment world with a

collection of memorabilia.

The Arkansas Railroad Museum is home

to Engine 819, the Cotton Belt Railroads

legendary Queen of Steam. Visitors

can tour several rail cars and view vintage

locomotives and an array of displays.

The Arts & Science Center for Southeast

Arkansas houses permanent and rotating

collections and is best known for its family-

oriented programs, ranging from hands-on

childrens exhibits to stage productions.

The Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Historical

Museum is in the restored Union Station

Train Depot, which is on the National

Register of Historic Places. Collections

include agricultural and industrial artifacts.

The Hall of Honors pays tribute to those who

served our country from Jefferson County,

from WWI through Afghanistan.

Pine Bluff s museums welcome visitors

with no admission fees.

P ine Bluff CVB See

www.arkansasentertainershalloffame.comwww.arkansasrailroadmuseum.org

www.artssciencecenter.orgwww.pbjcmuseum.org

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Arkansas most unique festivals: Bloomin in the Bay (April), Surf the Bay (June) and StoryFest (Oct). Always a treat , the outdoor amphitheater regularly hosts music, plays and more.

With outstanding quality of life and affordable housing tucked in the peaceful beauty of the Ozarks, Fairfield Bay is where the amenities of a Mountain Lake resort and the qualities of a caring community come together. Come see us!

Someday Starts Today in Fairfield BayNestled on the north shore of the pristine Greers Ferry Lake, Fairfield Bay showcases a community of people who enjoy the great outdoors

while living a lifestyle of new experiences. With its

tree-lined country boulevards, winding trails , year-

round fishing and championship golfing, Fairfield

Bay is home to a growing community of residents

and vacationers alike!

Natural Setting. Resort Living. Countless amenities

are part of the outdoor resort lifestyle in Fairfield

Bay, including fishing and boating on scenic Greers

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Scenic Trail in Arkansas and exploring the historic boulders

and caves at Indian Rock, where de Soto visited in 1542. There

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makes it the ideal location for year-round memories.

Always Something Happening. The community holds some of

Fairf ield BaySee

P erhaps Pine Bluff s best-kept secrets are the many museums and exhibition centers that can be found throughout the city, each

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Murals on Main is an informal exhibition

of a dozen murals painted by renowned

artists on the sides of buildings along Main

Street since 1992.

The Arkansas Entertainers Hall of

Fame, inside the Convention Center,

highlights Arkansas sons and daughters

in the entertainment world with a

collection of memorabilia.

The Arkansas Railroad Museum is home

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legendary Queen of Steam. Visitors

can tour several rail cars and view vintage

locomotives and an array of displays.

The Arts & Science Center for Southeast

Arkansas houses permanent and rotating

collections and is best known for its family-

oriented programs, ranging from hands-on

childrens exhibits to stage productions.

The Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Historical

Museum is in the restored Union Station

Train Depot, which is on the National

Register of Historic Places. Collections

include agricultural and industrial artifacts.

The Hall of Honors pays tribute to those who

served our country from Jefferson County,

from WWI through Afghanistan.

Pine Bluff s museums welcome visitors

with no admission fees.

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