Culture

If you want people to engage and talk with you, ask better questions. We all know that the answer to “How was your day?” will typically be “fine.” Ask a more open question.

The Super Bowl has long been considered the pinnacle of television advertising. With a price of more than $5 million for a 30-second spot, this year’s lineup should offer plenty of entertainment. Here are a few to watch for during the big game:

A recent survey by talent sourcing company Randstad showed that an overwhelming majority (90%) of employees would take a bonus or extra vacation days over a company holiday party. If you’re one of the 90%, here are a few survival tips:

“Thought leadership” was once thought of as nothing more than the latest buzzword. But now, with content and social sharing becoming so prevalent – and a mandate for most brands – educating and guiding your followers is super important.

It’s a noisy world right now, isn’t it? Do you find yourself forgetting where you read or heard something? It happens “on the reg,” as the kids say. So what can you do to stand out? Communicate effectively by implementing these steps:

Dads can be difficult to buy for when it comes to Father’s Day. Does he really need another pair of socks? We’re up to the challenge and found a few nifty ideas for your pop.

In today’s competitive workforce, it’s important to create an appealing work environment for prospective and current employees. Before making the decision of whether or not to apply for, accept or leave a job, individuals consider job perks like benefits, hours, wages and culture. This is especially important to young professionals and millennials.

ESSE Purse Museum & Store’s latest exhibit, “Cutting Edge,” featuring mod paper dresses from the 1960s, is here from May 1-20. These novelty fashions, created by Scott Paper Company in 1966 as a marketing stunt, gained traction among fashionistas, and soon, major department stores were selling them.

The folks at the North Little Rock Mini Maker Faire are at it again. Check out this one-day exhibition of creative making with engineers, artists and crafters showing off their experiments and hobbies. The faire takes place on Saturday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the North Shore Riverwalk.

For the dog lover: Hear from the author of “Home Sweet Home: Arkansas Rescue Dogs & Their Stories,” Grace Vest, at the children’s library. A representative from the Humane Society of Pulaski County will answer questions on adoption.

Dinner and a show is being taken to a whole new level with the Movie Tavern in Little Rock.

Buzz around North Little Rock’s Argenta community continues to grow with developments to the Argenta Plaza.

Conway is celebrating the holiday season with Illuminate. The second annual event will commence the Saturday after Thanksgiving in downtown Conway. Ferris wheel, mini-train and horse-drawn carriage rides will begin at 2 p.m. on Nov. 25, followed by the lighting of the 54-foot Christmas tree at 6 p.m. These attractions will be available throughout the holiday season.

In partnership with Arkansas Cinema Society, Jeff Nichols, writer and director of “Loving” and ACS chairman, will lead a “Writing for Film” seminar on Nov. 12 at Ron Robinson Theater.

As the birthplace of cheese dip, what better location could there be for the World Cheese Dip Championship than Arkansas?

HBO’s “True Detective” is returning for a third season. After a prosperous first season and disappointing second, fans are hoping the third season returns to its former glory. For some, it’s sure to hit home in more ways than one. The season has multiple ties to Arkansas:

• Season three will star Mahershala Ali, recent Oscar winner for his role in “Moonlight,” as a police detective from Northwest Arkansas.

• Local Graham Gordy, co-creator and writer of Cinemax’s “Quarry,” will work on the season.

• “True Detective” creator, writer and director, Nic Pizzolatto, attended University of Arkansas at Fayetteville for graduate school.

Going to the grocery store or a restaurant yourself is quickly becoming a thing of the past. Now, you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home to get your weekly groceries or favorite meal delivered to your front door..

Little Rock locals know the wonderfully chaotic scene that is the Hogs at War Memorial Stadium. Make the day as stress- free and enjoyable as possible with these hacks:

Expert and amateur astronomers alike are gearing up for a rare total solar eclipse on August 21. It will be the first coast-to-coast eclipse in the country in about 100 years. For best viewing, head to Missouri. The farther north in Arkansas, the more the sun will be blocked.

The Quapaw Quarter Association invites you to join the 2017 Summer Suppers series. The series reinforces QQA’s mission of historic preservation while also enjoying food and local establishments.

PopUp in the Rock on July 21 will introduce Argenta to the utility of public spaces.

Coming to Eureka Springs on July 14 is the 19th Annual Fat Tire Festival.

For the outdoorsy dad: The Jonesboro-based Gearhead Outfitters will have everything from Yeti coolers to your dad’s favorite hiking boots. Whether his hobby is camping, grilling or hammocking, there’s something for him.

The Centers for Youth & Families has announced Champions of Hope – a volunteer service organization for young men entering their junior or senior year of high school. The service program is currently the only one of its kind for high school-aged men in Central Arkansas.

The Quapaw Quarter Association’s Spring Tour returns to the Governor’s Mansion Historic District May 13-14. Tours will take place from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday.

The Arkansas Literary Festival is here! And with over 80 authors and presenters to see, we’ve got tips from the pros at CALS on how to get the most out of your Lit Fest experience.

The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Guild, a fundraising organization for the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (ASO), will present Rhythm on the River, a night out of dinner and dancing on April 28 in the Robinson Center.

New York Times best-seller turned Oscar-nominated film “Hidden Figures” is the story of four African American women who worked for NASA during the 1960s.

Spring into spring! Take advantage of the events Arkansas has to offer as temperatures rise.

How will you celebrate Mardi Gras in Little Rock this year? There’s sure to be something for everyone.