By Karen Watson Reeves While wandering our city this month’s photo location has taken me away from the National Park/downtown area. Part of the fun of this article for me, along with help and inspiration from my trusty photographer Fred Padilla, is finding the right place and pose to feature each month. So why am I doing Goddess Pose in front of the horse and jockey statue at Oaklawn? Like
By Eve Baum Victory By the time August rolls around, it often feels too hot to even think about cooking. That’s where the spoils of summer come to the rescue. Our corner produce stands are bevies of easy meals in the making. Every week you can grab anything from fresh corn and zucchini to Cherokee tomatoes and watermelon. The grocery produce aisles are bursting with color. Take advantage of the
Stephano Brothers Jewelry began with the idea that a storied town like Hot Springs deserves jewelry to match. Knowing her love of vintage and antique jewelry would be a perfect fit for the city’s booming downtown, Olympia Pakis, along with her husband Alex Tripodi, decided on historic Spencer’s Corner as the perfect spot for their charming, retro-inspired shop. “We knew from the start that Stephano Brothers needed to be downtown,”
By David Rose I once got invited to a pot-luck dinner with a theme – bring a dish from your ethnic heritage. All my friends were whipping up lasagna, quiche, and potato knishes, but I was at a complete loss. My childhood recollections were useless. I fondly remember weekly encounters with Chef Boyardee, but I was quite certain we weren’t Italian. It seemed like every third meal included soup or
Do you want to howl at the moon with the Northwoods crew? Shred Valkyrie and Blue Jay by the light of the full moon? Well, turns out, you’ll have a chance August 15th, to join the monthly FULL MOON GROUP RIDE* in the Northwoods. The ride will be a no drop beginner to intermediate group ride. The route will depend on the skill level of the participants. Bikers will spend
By Christi Nation Perfectionism and creativity cannot coexist. “Perfectionism can be fear of judgment in disguise.” – Chiara B Townley. Many people do not try to create because they have been conditioned that it must be perfect on the first try. In this life, perfection is impossible. Our Creator is the only one who is perfect and knows we are not. Striving for excellence should be the goal. As I
By S.G. Seals Arkansas in mid-summer is criminally hot. But there are a lot of plants that can take the heat and still look all pretty and innocent. When the state starts to swelter, turn to these habitual bloomers to take the scorch in stride! Multi-colored Angelonia are great for spiking interest in the garden. Deer and rabbit resistant, these get up to about 14 inches tall, and in spite of
By Peggy Lindsey Life is filled with occasions that lead to disappointment. You are passed over for a promotion at work. A trip you have been looking forward to is cancelled. Those last few pounds you’ve been struggling to shed just won’t budge. So, what is disappointment? It is the feeling of sadness or displeasure we choose to feel when our hopes or expectations are not met. Rather than feeling
Mark your calendars! Garland County will host an Annual Food Day Bash on Saturday, September 21st, from 8am-Noon at the Hot Springs Farmers and Artisan Market, 121 Orange Street. Thousands of events are held throughout the U.S. to promote “real food” and to bring “real food” back to the American table. This year’s bash will offer a variety of things to do for the entire family, including: Children’s games and
The Hot Springs Village Players are calling out to all the young-at-heart – ages 13-90+ years! Charles Schultz’s Peanuts Gang is coming to the Hot Springs area. Do you have a song in your heart? Do you feel the music in your soles? Do you love life? WE WANT TO SEE YOU! Auditions for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Revised) will be held on Saturday, August 17, at 10:00am
By Erin Baber The Garland County Library invites the public to its first ever Non-Profit Fair on Thursday, August 15th from 4 to 6 p.m. Many local non-profit organizations will be at the library with information and materials about the services they provide to our community. The Non-Profit Fair will be organized like the library’s annual Local Author Fairs. Two organizations will share one table which will be placed around
By Paul Kagebein August at the Garland County Library (GCL) once has again has something for everyone. On Thursday, August 1st, the library is launching the month with a PB&J Sandwich Day to show appreciation for its patrons. They are giving out free, freshly prepared sandwiches with chips starting at 11am, while supplies last. The entire month will also host the Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive. Help the Library assist
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“Moku Playland” Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs. Hidden somewhere among the
Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue. Open Thursday-Tuesday
The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,
Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue. As we reflect
