The Nurses Lounge of Central Arkansas
Friendsgiving 2025
Celebrate. Connect. Indulge
Join us for a Thanksgiving-inspired celebration designed to connect and empower nurses in Central Arkansas
Empowerment
Dining
Prizes
Conversation
Wellness
Mind, body, and spirit.
Games
Join us for
Gratitude, Good Food, and Great Company
Relieve stress and connect with nurses who understand your challenges
Dessert Contest
Show Off Your Sweet Side
Located at the historic
E.O. Manees House
Think you’ve got the dessert that will wow our judges?
Grand Prize: Luxury Spa Day Package – because you deserve to be pampered head-to-toe.
🎖 Runner-Up Prizes for 2nd & 3rd place
How to Enter:
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Sign up when you register for Friendsgiving
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Bring enough for everyone to sample
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Be prepared for a little friendly competition
What to Expect
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Catered Dinner – No cooking, just savor every bite
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Games & Prizes – Team challenges, trivia, and laughs all night
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Networking & Fun – Build connections with fellow nurses who understand your world
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A Night to Unwind – No scrubs, no shifts, just celebration
🎟 Reserve Your Spot
Tables are limited, and this is one event you don’t want to miss.
Next Steps:
1) Get Tickets
2) Prepare Your Dessert (optional)
3) Enjoy the Evening
Sponsors & Partners
We’re grateful for the businesses and organizations who help us celebrate our nurses.
Corporate Sponsorships
In-Kind Sponsorships
Sponsorship Benefits Include:
| Presenting Sponsor – $1000 | Logo on all marketing, opportunity to speak, signage at food table, dedicated email feature |
| Gold Sponsor – $500 | Logo on flyers, social posts, recognition during event, display table |
| Supporter – $250 or In-Kind | Logo on sponsor board, social media thank-you, in-kind donations (raffles, décor, food, services) |
Presented by
The Nurses Lounge of Central Arkansas
A community dedicated to nurse wellness, connection, and professional growth.
Join over 1000 of Central Arkansas Nurses
The Nurses Lounge of Central Arkansas is a social group that helps nurses overcome burnout in healthcare by providing support via our online community and in-person events. Every nurse has a voice, share yours with us!
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