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Yoga: Benefits of Upward Salute

By Karen Watson Reeves Mountain Pose with Arms Up (Upward Salute or Urdhva Hastasana in Sanskrit) is really a separate pose rather than a variation of Mountain Pose. But because the base of the pose IS Mountain Pose, we cannot overlook the benefits of this basic standing pose, which is the groundwork for all the other standing poses. If anything in our body could ever be perfect, Mountain Pose is

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2020 Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival

Low Key Arts and Superior Bathhouse Brewery welcome an international lineup of musicians to the 16th annual Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival taking place at Low Key Arts, 118 Arbor Street, in Hot Springs. In addition to a stellar lineup from across North America and beyond, the festival this year features some exciting events outside of the shows at Low Key Arts, including workshops and film screenings. Fans

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First Ever 17th Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The internationally recognized St Patrick’s Day Parade will feature Cheech Marin as Grand Marshal, Danny Trejo as the official Parade Starter, Fredbird, the official mascot of the St. Louis Cardinals, and characters from television’s “PAW Patrol,” accompanied by fishing legend Charlie Evans. The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders will show off their talents during the festivities. And.. wait for it…legendary rock and roll band, Foghat will close out the First Ever 17th

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Flavor 101: Rainy Days & Mondays

By Eve Victory Rainy days and Mondays don’t have to get you down. I hope you are as excited as I am for the lush rebirth of Spring; but we know that means lots of rainy days ahead. Let’s make them a lot less blue with the comfort foods we know and love. First, we can get our soups on. This is the perfect month for warm and comforting fare

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Kids Today?

By David Rose I might lose my senior discount for this, but kids today have it tougher than we did when I was a teenager. It’s the sacred duty of every generation to adopt fashion and behavior designed to make the previous generation want to chew carpet tacks. For us it was easy. The generation Boomers had to rattle was as square as any this side of Plymouth Rock. It’s

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Make Spring Break 2020 Your Most Memorable in Hot Springs

By Victoria Pike Welcome to Hot Springs! Whether you’re here for the week, the weekend, or even just visiting for one day, Hot Springs is home to many activities for all ages, so everyone is sure to find something fun to do. Bathhouse Row – A classic Hot Springs tourist spot has plenty to offer for a day out on the town. Stroll through historic downtown Hot Springs, dip your

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Child Care Aware Opens Little Free Library

National Park College (NPC) and Child Care Aware of West Central Arkansas (CCAWCA) celebrated the grand opening of a Little Free Library in February. CCAWCA is the third official Little Free Library in the area. One of CCAWCA’s initiatives is to promote literacy. Program director Terri Helms, stated, “Literacy is the key to success, whether that is in school or in life.” The library will be accessible to people of

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Master Gardeners: The Gift That Keeps Giving: Planting a Tree

By Julia Milano A persistent question I ask myself is “How can I make a difference?” And then it comes to me, plant a tree. Remember when choosing your planting location, most tree types don’t tolerate water-logged soil or deep shade. It’s also wise to leave about 15 feet between the house and the tree to avoid root damage to your roof and walls. Trees are usually sold in three

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Science Museum Ranked #4 in Top 10 Best Science Museums

Mid-America Science Museum (MASM) was officially recognized on Friday, February 28th by the USA Today Top Ten Readers’ Choice Awards as ranking #4 among the Top 10 best science museums in North America after 4 weeks of online voting. “We’re all very pleased that the community really showed their support for the museum,” said Diane LaFollette, executive director of MASM. The original twenty nominees for the science museum category were

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Call for Artwork for Art Moves Hot Springs

Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA), the City of Hot Springs Art Advisory Committee (AAC) and Hot Springs Parks and Trails (HSP&T) are collectively producing Art Moves Hot Springs, an art exhibit of paintings, drawings, and photographs displayed along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail. The exhibit combines art, nature, and exercise to encourage healthy habits for the community. The artwork should show the artist’s interpretation of movement. Physical body

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Sharing Your Gifts

By Peggy Lindsey Every human being is created with wonderful gifts and talents that are uniquely their own, and life provides us ample opportunities to deeply explore our purpose, and how we can make a positive impact on the lives of others. Recognizing our gifts, do we freely share them with others, or do we tuck them away somewhere safe? The fear of criticism can stop us in our tracks.

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Hot Springs Music Festival 25 Celebrates Beethoven 250

The 25th Season of the Hot Springs Music Festival will feature the music of Ludwig von Beethoven next June, to mark the 250th anniversary of the composer’s birth in 1770. Beethoven died March 26, 1827, and it is estimated that 20,000 people lined the streets of Vienna for his funeral procession. The new Artistic Director for the Hot Springs Music Festival, Sameer Patel, has scheduled two Beethoven orchestra works: Symphony

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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

A One-of-a-Kind Wooden Play Experience Arrives in Downtown Hot Springs 

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

World Championship Bathtub Races Set for June 6 

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,

Yoga: Two Months at The Yoga Place 

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