A little over a month ago there was an idea.

An idea to simply bring people together. To organize a gathering of Central Arkansas Twitterers so we can get to know one another.

Tonight we have seen that idea evolve into most vibrant, interesting, and friendly community of people you’d ever hope to meet. It’s impossible to accurately describe the experience of such brilliant and hilarious people just getting together to enjoy one another’s company. It goes without saying that it is a great place for business networking but LRTweetup is reaching far beyond business, it is the launching pad for friendships and acquaintances. LRTweetup is all about people.

LRTweetup was formed around a communication medium so it’s no surprise that tonight was a voluble amusement park. The discussions ranged from politics and business to jazz hands and white wingtips. Laughing and Learning was the order of the day.

I can summarize the entire tweetup in one word, Wow!

Thank you to the Capital Hotel Bar and Grill (web / @capitalbargrill on Twitter) and Amy B. You all were outstanding hosts. The appetizers were delicious and the service was impeccable. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and that just helped make this a more memorable event. Thank you very much.

Thanks to Brant Collins, of Station X. Brant spent several hours today getting the nametags formatted and printed. He volunteered in a clutch time and we really appreciate him making that happen. I think the printed nametags helped facilitate people connecting and that is what LRTweetup is all about. Thank you very much Brant.

Finally, Thank you to YOU! To those of you who attended we thank you for taking the time to come out and for making this such a fantastic community.

To those of you who couldn’t come or are just becoming aware of LRTweetup we can’t wait to see you at the next one.

We are just getting started!

@LRTweetup

I’m very pleased to announce that Capital Hotel Bar and Grill is rolling out the red carpet to welcome LRTweetup attendees. Here are some of the extras that they are making available just for us.

The Bar and Grill’s bartender Spencer makes some of the most delicious and creative cocktails you’ve ever encountered and he is debuting a brand new signature martini on Thursday night. The cocktail is a bright blue and is named most appropriately "The BlueBird". I imagine we are the first Twitter meetup group ever to have a martini created in our honor. That is just too cool.

If this wasn’t enough, your tastebuds are in for a real treat because the Capital Bar & Grill will be offering some free, special appetizers for the group. Yes I said free! In addition, the chef is will be preparing a few items that aren’t even offered on the regular menu. This tweetup will definitely be a culinary delight.

And for the Pièce de résistance, Happy hour drink prices will last all evening.

I’d like to offer LRTweetup’s gratitude to the Capital Hotel for hosting our event and going the extra mile to make us feel welcome. As a small token of our thanks may I suggest you sign up for their email list, follow them on Twitter (@capitalbargrill & @capitalhotel), or join their Facebook Group.

Simply put, you’d be crazy not to come to our event and meet some of the most interesting and connected people in Central Arkansas while experiencing Arkansas’ premier hotel, grill, and bar. RSVP today.

Thanks Amy!