Are you scheduling a holiday party in Northwest Arkansas and need some new ideas? Have your last few holiday parties been the same thing each year or, lacked the excitement or fun you would like? If so, it’s time to try something new. Lucky for you, we have scoured some of the hottest sites and […]
Author Archive | Ken Miner
A Plan for Success: Creating a goal oriented team offsite meeting
The team offsite meeting that didn’t work “They obviously had not given it any thought before they scheduled it.”, she said with annoyance. “It was right before a big project was due. They put us in a small hotel meeting room with no windows, seats touching and in […]
Is a business offsite meeting be worth the cost?
To have a business offsite meeting or not have a meeting offsite? That is the question many businesses are asking. For many business leaders in Northwest Arkansas, this is an important decision they are making once and possibly several times a year. Many business leaders are trying to get their team excited, ready for the […]
Which Northwest Arkansas Wedding Venue is “the One” for Your Wedding?
There are so many amazing wedding venues in Northwest Arkansas. It’s no wonder that many couples all over Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas come here just to get married. But how do you know which venue would be right for your wedding and where do you even begin to look? I know it can be […]
What do your dream wedding photos look like? Plan your wedding album before the wedding.
According to an article on Arkansasbride.com, the average price for wedding photos in Arkansas is $1,509. In most cases, that doesn’t include the prints or the digital files. It doesn’t include the bridal photos or the engagement photos and don’t forget the videographer, which can also run you an average of $971. Wedding budget guides […]
Having an outdoor wedding in Northwest Arkansas? 10 tips to keep your wedding guests happy
It’s beginning to feel like summer here and you can cut the humidity with a knife. There’s a saying in Northwest Arkansas that “if you don’t like the weather, wait a few minutes and it will totally change.” I am amazed how quickly it turns from steaming hot to a chilly fall, and then to cold […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Planning an Outdoor Event
Whether it’s the relaxed backyard environment or simply feeling closer to nature, there’s something special about an outdoor event. When planning an outdoor party, remember that there are a few more considerations as the great outdoors sometimes has a mind of its own. We’ve created a list of reminders, do’s and don’ts, to help you […]
What is a “Cool Car” & how do I get one?
A while back I was asked to write about classic car restoration. I felt like a dentist asked to perform rectal surgery. I understand the relationship of the body parts, but I wasn’t the right guy for the “operation.” As a classic car collector and enthusiast I understand the combination of mechanical skill and artistic wizardry […]
The Rustic Outdoor or Farm Wedding
There’s just something beautiful about escaping from the chaos and rat race of life and taking in the fresh air outside. The same can be said in finding the space for celebrating your wedding day with friends and family. Due in part to the fresh air and the swoon worthy images found online (on sites […]
Mustang vs. Camaro
We have lots of classic cars here at Simple Pleasures. These often serve as backdrops (or sometimes as moving props) for our special events. But they sometimes serve as an instigator of passionate “discussions” between car lovers. We don’t think we will settle the Mustang vs. Camaro debate today, but we thought we would acquaint […]