Spirit Magazine - April 2014 - (Page 136)

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS APR Jewish Food Festival Though the Natural State is home to fewer than 2,000 Jews, the state's Jewish Food Festival, celebrating its eighth year, consistently draws nearly 15,000 guests to its mouthwatering affair. "I think so many people attend the festival because it's an opportunity to eat foods that are normally not available in Arkansas-which is exciting for both Jews and non-Jews," says festival publicity chair Shelly Baron. This year, Little Rock's War Memorial Stadium dishes up a savory array of booths devoted to Jewish history, culture, customs, and art, with a live soundtrack of contemporary and traditional Jewish music played by local and regional bands. Most importantly, no one leaves hungry, as the event is a veritable smorgasbord of delectables, breaking fast with an early morning combo of bagels, lox, cream cheese, blintzes, 27 and kugel. Throughout the day, bakers serve up piping hot rugelach, honey cakes, challah, and mandel brot, while additional chefs deliver corned beef sandwiches, kosher hot dogs, cabbage rolls, and other Jewish delicacies. As famed Jewish humorist Fran Lebowitz says, "Food is an important part of a balanced diet." So be'te-avon, or bon appétit! Free; jewisharkansas.org DENVER MAY Cinco de Mayo Festival The Mile High City hosts its 27th annual Cinco de Mayo Festival-the largest in the United States-which celebrates the victory of an outnumbered Mexican army against the attacking French forces in 1862 with the best in Latino music, food, art, and culture. This two-day, familyfriendly event will have you saying muchas gracias for its full-sensory, south-of-the-border exuberance. 3 After kicking off with a vibrant, colorful parade, the fest offers up a high-octane chili bowl cook-off, carnival rides and amusements for the kids, more than 200 exhibitors, and live entertainment on three stages, including the percolating sounds of norteño, mariachi, duranguense, banda, and cumbia bands. When thirst strikes, stop by one of the festival's myriad shot stations, margarita stands, or beer booths serving up- what else?-Tecate and Dos Equis on draft. If that doesn't have you saying si, si, then we have two more words for you: Chihuahua races! Free; cincodemayodenver.com LAS VEGAS MAY Vegas Uncork'd "No place on earth has the concentration of great restaurants and great chefs [that Las Vegas has] in three square miles," says John Curtas, restaurant critic and co-author of Eating Las Vegas: 8 Corporate warrior builds a successful business Building a better life and a better community. While working in corporate America, David Willis witnessed the uncertainty that comes from being an employee instead of an owner, particularly in the banking segment. He says "I was looking for a financial investment that could provide ongoing income to sustain our family for the long haul." As a result, David chose to purchase real estate and build an all-new location with support from Kiddie Academy. For Shannon and David, building a new Kiddie Academy location helped them to reach both personal and professional goals. "Finding childcare for my two children certainly spurred me to consider opening my own business. My wife and I couldn't find the educational experience we wanted for our own children, so we saw opening our Kiddie Academy as an investment in our childrens' future as well as a business venture." Living within three miles of his Kiddie Academy, David is truly a part of the community he serves, saying "My customers are also neighbors, so I think that provides Kiddie Academy of Charlotte-Blakeney Classroom Shannon and David Willis Kiddie Academy of Charlotte-Blakeney, North Carolina a level of comfort to parents considering our center." Learn about Kiddie Academy at www.FranchiseKA.com or by calling 410-777-5352. W ith Kiddie AcAdemy, youR dReAmS cAN B e R eAL i Zed. CS140251 Franchise Sales Willis Southwest Spirit color ad 7x4.875.indd 1 2/21/14 3:56 PM http://www.jewisharkansas.org http://www.cincodemayodenver.com http://www.FranchiseKA.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - April 2014

Spirit Magazine - April 2014
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
Rustle up ribs
shake up a summer sipper
Wise Guide
Take better snaps
Make finance a family affair
Numbers
Make time for sweets
Learn from the Bard
Business
Zen out with Russell Simmons
Store more on your iPhone
Chasing Beautiful Questions
Connection Error
Get out of your social comfort zone
Your Adventure In Santa Fe
Destination Texas
Calendar
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
The "If" List
Touch base with Tracy Morgan

Spirit Magazine - April 2014