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Fun City Scholarships

The Fun City Chorus (FCC) proudly announces its scholarship winners for 2018, Ben Carey and Sarah-Marie Linneman. The chorus annually awards scholarships to graduating area seniors who plan to study music, and since 2013 has awarded over $15,000 in scholarships. Ben Carey is winner of the Wayne Steward Memorial Scholarship, named in honor of Wayne Steward, the first director of the Fun City Chorus. Carey is a graduating senior at Jessieville High

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Friends HSNP PicNic

The Red, White & You July 4 th Picnic in the Park Friends of Hot Springs National Park (FHSNP) and the National Park Service are hosting “Red, White & You,” a free, family-focused old fashion patriotic “Picnic in the Park” on July 4, from 10:30–4, rain or shine. All the excitement will be on Arlington Lawn, directly across from the Arlington Hotel in downtown Hot Springs. Hot Springs Bathhouse Dinner

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Fireworks

FIREWORKS! OAKLAWN Oaklawn kicks off an exciting month with Spa Blast presented by Budweiser. Free Admission! The family-friendly event, which begins at 4:00 p.m., July 3 and will conclude with a fireworks show that follows a free concert. In addition, this free, family-friendly event will feature a petting zoo, gigantic Kids Zone and Middleton Misting Tent. Guests are encouraged to park in the North Lot for easier access to the

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Et Alia Rise

Arkansas Books A monthly series including news about an Arkansas book, author, event, or item of literary interest to Arkansans. Erin Wood. Each spring during the Arkansas Writers’ Conference, an outstanding Arkansas writer is inducted into the Arkansas Writers Hall of Fame. This year’s congratulations go to Cara Brookins, the author of eight books and an inspirational speaker. If you don’t already know the viral story of how Brookins escaped

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Dryden

J. K. Dryden, a master potter of 50 years, with a large 24 inch vase he threw on the wheel. Dryden Pottery- Located along Hot Springs historic Whittington Avenue, Dryden Pottery has been in business for over 72 years. Started by Alan J. Dryden in 1946, they are a third generation family-owned pottery making business. Zack Dryden is currently running the pottery alongside his father J.K. Dryden. Both are making

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Cypress Bayou

Cypress Bayou Specialty Meats LLC introduces specialization in the meat market sector with hand-chosen premium cuts and authentic Cajun recipes. Entrepreneur and owner, Dustin Rushing, runs his business just like everyone is family. Rushing welcomes the community to stop by and explore his variety of menu items. “These recipe blends come directly from southern Louisiana bayou country. We would not change the recipes the old-timers spent generations perfecting,” is a

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Crane Stretch

Nothing Like a Good Stretch – by Alison Crane Have you ever watched a sleeping cat suddenly stand up, stretch and then lay back down to sleep? Cats have capitalized on the benefits of stretching. We can benefit from incorporating stretching into our routine, too. Every morning I stretch before getting up. Taking a moment to stretch helps me move easier and prevents catches in the muscles or feet that

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Tarot: The High Priestess

By Michelle Crandell. The Fool leaves the Magician, aware of the set of tools he can use on his journey. Soon, he encounters a mysterious woman, her lovely face slightly obscured by shadows and a gossamer veil. The Magician was outgoing, animated and talkative. This woman is introspective, still and silent. He hears the words “High Priestess” from a place he can’t identify. Sensing she might understand what he needs,

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Crandell Happiness

HAPPINESS What causes happiness? Can we create happiness and if so, how? For over thirty years, researchers have been testing people and running experiments with people, searching for answers to these questions. The results are coming in and it is good news. There really are some ways of thinking and behaving a person can use if they want to experience more happiness in life. 1. CULTIVATE AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE.

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Call for Entries

CALL FOR ENTRY: It’s that time again! Quickly becoming a show of national significance, the Art of the Heartland National Competition is ready for entries from now to August 15. Art of the Heartland National Competition, hosted by SouthWest Artists, Inc., is an annual juried show of original, 2 dimensional, representational art with a focus on America. The judge for the show is a well-respected, long time member of the national

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C4K Birth

Cutwell 4 Kids (C4K) is hosting its fifth annual fundraiser, The Birth of an Artist, with an art show and reception. The show will take place on Saturday, August 11th, from 7pm-10pm at Emergent Arts, at 341 Whittington Avenue in Hot Springs. In addition to the exciting art work from our community of emerging artists, the show will also feature musical talent in areas of jazz and R&B. There will

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AR SherRanch Dinner

Dorothy Morris to be Honored at 23rd Annual Arkansas Children’s Award Dinner. For 23 years, the Arkansas Children’s Award has been presented to outstanding Arkansans who have made a significant difference in the lives of our state’s children. This year, the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches will recognize Dorothy Morris for her tireless work on behalf of Arkansas children. Morris has devoted her life to supporting the work of nonprofit organizations

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Yoga: Benefits of Mermaid Pose 

Can you tell where this mural is located? The First person to snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545 will receive a free drop-in class! Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens Yoga offers countless opportunities to build strength, improve flexibility, and create

Happy 150th Birthday, Hot Springs!  

Each person attending the birthday gala will receive this special commemorative coin.  Hot Springs’ 150th birthday gala will be held August 11 in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Funds generated by the celebration will be given to the Garland County Historical Society.  “Although our city’s history goes back hundreds of years

Melissa Carper Will Open Inaugural Birding Festival of the South 

Singer Melissa Carper. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Melissa Carper, the nationally acclaimed country singer with deep ties to Arkansas and a profound commitment to nature, will open the inaugural Birding Festival of the South Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, with a concert October 8 on Bridge Street in downtown Hot