OFF DUTY LIFE >>12-21-07

Yuletide Spectacular this weekend

Yuletide Spectacular will be held at 8 p.m. tonight and 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday at Robinson Center Music Hall in Little Rock. Nothing says “Holidays” in Little Rock like the ASO’s amazing Yuletide Spectacular! The whole family will love the lavish staging, dazzling choreography, and beloved carols and songs that are at the heart of this annual celebration.
Admission: $16, $34, $45, $66, $70. For more information visit www.arkansassymphony.org.


Celebrate the new year at Little Rock Zoo

Zoo Year’s Eve is set for Dec. 31 at Little Rock Zoo. Be spotted at a one-of-a-kind New Year’s Eve celebration at the Little Rock Zoo!

This year’s Zoo Year’s Eve will have you going “wild” for cheetahs as we decorate the all-new Café Africa with cheetah spots! You’ll get cat scratch fever as you dance the night away to the funky tunes of cover band Donna Massey with Blue Eyed Soul. You’ll also enjoy delicious food and beverages and a live auction with exotic trips, one-of-a-kind jewelry, and other items.

All proceeds from this celebration will be used to build a new cheetah habitat at the Little Rock Zoo. So join us and “be spotted” at Zoo Year’s Eve 2007! Must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Admission: $50 per person before December 15; $100 per person after December 15. For more information visit www.littlerockzoo.com.


Eagle awareness topic of weekend

Eagle Awareness Weekend is Jan. 4 and 5 at Bull Shoals – White River State Park. Each year approximately 100 bald eagles migrate to the Bull Shoals area.

This weekend, enjoy activities centered around our national symbol, such as lake and river tours, guided bird walks, guest speakers, live bird demonstrations, kids’ activities, and live entertainment.

Contact the park for a detailed schedule. This is our first event to kick off the Arkansas State Parks 75th anniversary celebration for the year 2008.

Admission: Free, except lake and river cruises.


Winter hayride slated

A winter hayride and campfire is Saturday at Pinnacle Mountain State park, Little Rock. Participants should meet at the visitor center.

Enjoy a fun-filled hayride while exploring the geology of the park with an interpreter. Afterwards warm up with a roaring campfire and treats!

Advance registration and payment required. Limited seating available.

Admission: $8 adults; $6 children ages 12 and under.


Enchanted Forest runs through Dec. 30.

Sherwood’s 7th Annual Enchanted Forest and Holiday Trails of Lights runs through Dec. 30 at Sherwood Forest. The display runs from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and is a 1.5 mile drive-thru stretch of holiday lights.

Displays for the trail are provided by the Sherwood A&P Commission, businesses and individuals. New displays are added each year. Admission is free. Donations appreciated.