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In support of our local businesses, organizations, and events, please reference this handy guide to find out the strategies our local folks are using to deal with the coronavirus situation.
We know things are changing on an hourly basis and we’ll do our best to stay abreast of the current information. Please pass this along to other businesses you think could benefit from this community approach. Send the following information to jmangi1@yahoo.com
- Name of your business.
- Type of business. (restaurant, retail, events, etc.)
- Hours of operation. (Are you staying open or are you closed temporarily? Or are your events postponed or canceled?)
- Any special considerations you’re taking as precautions or any other comments you’d like to make about your business.
- Link to your website and/or Facebook page.
To quote one of our advertisers, “Please consider supporting your local businesses if you have the time and means to do so. Businesses with a sole proprietor are running on fumes and need your help.”
Virtual Hugs,
The Springs Magazine Team
JoAnn, Darlene, Lynn, Paul, Jonathan, Victoria, Daryn, Danny, and Donna
RESOURCES
Hot Springs Call Center and Evaluation Clinics Operational
The Hot Springs/Garland County COVID-19 Call Center is available at 501-760-4307, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, as a first line of triage in an effort not to overrun our hospitals. The main goal of the call center hotline is to assess individuals from Hot Springs and Garland County over the phone. After the assessment, operators will make recommendations based on the caller’s responses. The recommendations could be for the caller to stay at home, visit one of the area evaluation clinics or, as a last resort, visit an area hospital emergency room. Another option for a resident concerned about possible symptoms or exposure is to call their personal doctor or primary care provider.
Four drive-thru clinics throughout the city and county are already in operation but only serve to further evaluate those experiencing symptoms following the call center evaluation. There are currently no COVID-19 tests or swabs available at the evaluation centers. It is the goal that these centers will become an avenue for testing when our area receives the equipment needed to test locally for the coronavirus. When that occurs, the public will be made aware of this option. For updates and information regarding COVID-19 and the response in Hot Springs and Garland County, please continue to visit www.cityhs.net/covid-19.
As a reminder, public health officials continue to stress the importance of washing hands often, keeping social distance, staying home when sick and disinfecting surfaces often. For more information, visit http://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus.
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7 WAYS TO HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS:
7-ways to Help
ARKANSAS DIVISION OF WORKFORCE SERVICES – Jobs and Unemployment Benefits
AR Dept Workforce Services
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CDC WEBSITE – for their current recommendations for gatherings and events.
CDC Current Gathering Recommendations
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3/26/20
DIY FACE MASKS ALLIANCE RUBBER:
DIY Masks
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HOT SPRINGS TRACKER:
Restaurant Status
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NETWORK FOR GOOD – NON-PROFIT RESOURCES
Here are a few resources for those of you impacted by COVID-19: We’ve compiled a list of blog posts, articles, webinars, and customer resources here – check back as we continue updating the page with more tips on fundraising in times of crisis. It’s important right now to stay connected to your peers. Join Network for Good’s Facebook community Nonprofits Unleashed for support, advice, and feedback from others in your shoes. Have a specific question to ask? Submit your question to our Ask a Fundraising Coach advice column by emailing askafundraisingcoach@networkforgood.
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NCOV2019 is a data map of the virus and its reach. Built by a 17yr old student, the site has become a “vital global resource” for data and information.Website: https://ncov2019.live/data
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SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The U.S. Small Business Administration has issued guidance for businesses and information on SBA loan products and other resources.
Website: COVID-19 Guidance and Resources from SBA
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SUPPORT SPA CITY
A Buy One, Give One Gift Card community relief program. People who are wanting to support local businesses are encouraged to buy gift cards to their favorite local businesses through the website knowing their purchase will go farther with the help of a 1 to 1 match from the HSACF for those in need. It’s a great way to support our community from home.Website: www.supportspacity.com/
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WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION
Links to CoVid19 information.
Website: http://www.who.int
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3/28/20
UAMS HEALTH SCREENING OPTIONS
COVID-19 Updates
Find current Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) information for patients, students, employees and health care providers. Online, phone or drive-thru screening.
Website: UAMS Health CoVid19 Info
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3/18/20
STATEMENT FROM HOT SPRINGS MAYOR PAT MCCABE REGARDING COVID-19
Since well before the first case of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, was announced in our state, Hot Springs leaders were coordinating and planning our response should the pandemic reach our community. As testing continues and confirmed case counts rise, the early planning created a foundation that is allowing us to get a jump start on mitigation measures, such as the establishment of drive-thru evaluation clinics and the creation of a local hotline.
I am proud of how our City and County leadership has coordinated with our area hospital first-responder representatives. As a hospital administrator, I provide regular inputs and receive daily updates from various healthcare-related organizations. I can assure you that although this pandemic has introduced us to unique challenges, our local hospitals have emergency plans in place and are prepared for the unexpected. We cannot stress enough the importance of social distancing and handwashing practices.
The Board of Directors declared an emergency at our meeting on March 17. The City Manager has issued a written Proclamation of Emergency and has submitted to appropriate authorities. We will continue to stay abreast of all developments as we, together, weather this storm and see Hot Springs and our community partnerships come out on the other side stronger and more unified.
We urge our citizens to stay up to date with all the developments by visiting City of Hot Springs COVID-19. This webpage will be updated with official information as we receive notifications from the state authorities, city leaders and our task force initiatives.
Our first priority is the health and welfare of our residents, visitors, and employees. However, during this time, we also need to do all we can to support our local businesses. Our community has seen a tremendous influx of growth and small business successes, yet what lies ahead will challenge our tourism-dependent industries. We have been meeting with business owners, and it has already been a struggle for them and for their workforce. It will only get more challenging as we move forward, yet their will and determination remain strong.
>>> UPDATES FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES AND EVENTS >>>
3/19/20 OPEN
5 POINTS CABINS
155 Five Points Rd
If you’ve been to our cabins, you probably realize we’ve been social distancing here since day one. Our private cabins remain open and provide a peaceful, relaxed setting with a wonderful lake view. Accepting bookings now.
Facebook: 5 Points Lake Cabins Website: www.fivepointslakehamilton.com
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3/30/20 – TO GO
ALEXIA’S CREPERIE
238 Cornerstone Blvd
It is with thoughtful consideration we will be implementing new hours and procedures during the COVID-19 health crisis.
Beginning March 30:
Tuesday – Thursday: 9am – 2pm
Friday – Saturday: 9am – 7pm
For take-out and pick-up orders only – until further notice.
Sunday – Monday – Closed.
Please be mindful of caring for yourself and others. We wish you all the best.
We look forward to serving you all once again during regular hours after this crisis has ended.
Call 501-760-4799 to order.
Remember now more than ever we need to continue to #shoplocal Sincerely, Alexa’s Creperie
Facebook: Alexa’s Creperie Website: www.alexascreperie.com
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3/17/20 OPEN
ALL THINGS ARKANSAS
610-C Central Avenue
3/17/20 OPEN
ALL THINGS NATURAL
416 Central Avenue
Both businesses will be open 10 am-6 pm. Doors remain open at all times so customers don’t have to touch them and to increase ventilation. Sanitizer is available at all times. Credit card and receipt machines are turned around to reduce the number of people touching them and then are wiped down with Clorox wipes after each use. No signatures required below $20. Pen wiped down when used. All counters and drawers are cleaned with sanitizers multiple times per day.
Facebook: All Things Arkansas. Facebook: All Things Natural
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3/18/20
THE AVENUE CLOSED • THE AVENUE ROOFTOP OPEN FOR TAKE-OUT
340 Central Avenue
Due to the increased severity of Covid-19, we feel it is responsible to take the next steps to protect our community, staff, and guests. For that reason, we are temporarily closing The Avenue. In an effort to keep some normalcy for our guests, we will still have options available for you to enjoy The Avenue’s food.
The Avenue’s rooftop will be offering take-out, which will be available for pick-up between the hours of 4:00pm and 8:00pm. Check our Rooftop menu for our take-out options. You can also choose from our Grab and Go selection which can be picked up from our market. View our Grab and Go menu.
We hope our take-out and grab and go menus will be a part of your dinner consideration during these unsettling times. To place a take-out order, please call us at (501) 625-3850. We appreciate all of you and thank you for your support. We are grateful for our community and look forward to when we can come together at The Avenue again. See you soon, The Avenue
Facebook: The Avenue Website: Theavenuehs.com
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3/17/20 OPEN
BLUE WATERS FINE ART & DESIGN
825 Central Avenue
Owner Laura Blue Waters, M.FA.
Open by appointment. I’m usually working in the studio, so just call 501-701-8036.
Facebook: Blue Waters Fine Art Website: www.laurabluewaters.com
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3/20/20 TO GO CURBSIDE PICKUP
BUBBALU’S
408 Central Avenue
By order of the Governor, all bars and restaurants in the state of Arkansas are now closed to the public. We will continue To-Go orders starting Friday, March 20th. The state has allowed us to provide beer with our take-out orders. We have a loading zone in front of BubbaLu’s for your convenience. Stay happy and healthy friends! ????
Facebook: Bubbalu’s
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3/18/20 OPEN
COPPER PENNY PUB
711 Central Avenue
The team at Copper Penny Pub takes pride in preparing and serving our local community with the finest and freshest product available in a friendly and clean environment. The Copper Penny Pub family will continue to do this and also adapt and utilize other proactive measures to address the coronavirus issues. Very specific sanitation procedures and seating procedures have been put in place as well as increasing the frequency of others.
We want to assure our community that health and safety is our top priority for employee and guest. Thank you for your support and understanding. We are available, and encourage, to go orders and are continuously looking for ways to improve this facet of our business. Sincerely, Copper Penny Family
Facebook: Copper Penny Pub Website: www.copper-penny-pub.com
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3/18/20 CLOSED
CULINARY ARTS & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
UofA Pulaski Technical College
We want to start by thanking you for your continued interest and support of our Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute at the University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College. We take pride in serving you wonderful meals prepared by our students and faculty.
During this unprecedented time, we want you to know that our University is taking many precautions to protect our students, faculty, staff, and most importantly our guests. With the guidance of Governor Hutchinson, the CDC, and the Arkansas Department of Health, the school has been closed and has a tentative re-opening date of March 30th. Our lunches, dinners, and La Patisserie are closed during this time and will re-open when school is back in session. We will keep the website updated for your convenience. If you have any questions or concerns please let me know.
Facebook: Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Institute Website: www.uaptc.edu/culinary
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3/16/20 POSTPONED
FRIENDS OF GARLAND COUNTY LIBRARY ANNUAL BOOK SALE
1427 Malvern Avenue
The Friends of the Garland County Library made the tough decision to postpone the giant annual sale. Many days of preparation go into this sale every year and with the next few months so uncertain, we decided it best to reschedule the sale for the fall. We will announce the new dates as soon as possible.
In the meantime, the Garland County Library is closed. Please do not drop off donations at the doors. We will not be there to accept them and would hate for them to ruin in the rain. Hope to see everyone soon.
Facebook: Friends of Garland County Library Website: gclibrary.com/friends.html
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3/17/20 CLOSED
GARLAND COUNTY LIBRARY
The library is closed until at least March 30th. Library staff will be answering phones every day from 9a.m. to 11a.m. and 1p.m. to 3p.m. Please call 501-623-4161 if you need help accessing our online resources or if you have questions regarding your account.
We will be responding to emails sent to gcl@gclibrary.com and will be active on Facebook: Garland County Library, Instagram, and Twitter. Please be patient with us as we attempt to provide support to our patrons during this closure. We are doing everything we can to continue some services while protecting our staff and our community.
A few things to know while we’re closed:
- All items due while we’re closed will be extended and are due back April 6th. If we have to close for longer than anticipated, we’ll extend the due date accordingly.
- Holds on items will also be extended. If you have an item waiting for you now, it will be available until April 6th, or longer depending on the duration of the closure.
- Library staff will be available via phone, starting 3/17, from 9a.m. – 11a.m. and again from 1p.m. – 3p.m. Please call 501-623-4161 if you have questions about your account or our online services.
- Questions can also be emailed to gcl@gclibrary.com or by direct message on Facebook: Garland County Library, on our Instagram page, or Twitter. We will be checking these accounts regularly and responding as quickly as possible. Please be patient if you message us. We will respond as soon as we can.
- The AARP are not filing tax returns at this time. Whether they will resume when we reopen is to be decided. All public meetings held at the library have been canceled. The library will not be delivering items via our courier service and all community outreach is suspended.
Facebook: Garland County Library, Website: www.gclibrary.com
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3/18/20 POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
THE GARLAND COUNTY MASTER GARDENER PLANT SALE & GARDEN SHOW
Originally planned for April 24-26, 2020, the show is POSTPONED until further notice. Per the University of Arkansas, a 60-day moratorium has been placed on meetings and other gatherings by the Cooperative Extension Service state office. As a result, many planned activities are affected. For updates on this subject as well as other Master Gardener activities and events, please follow us on
Facebook: Garland County Master Gardeners Website: www.uaex.edu/counties/garland
HOWEVER!! GARDENING IS NOT CANCELLED!!!! Spring is Thursday, March 19th and the plant world is waking up…Don’t let these uncertain times steal your JOY!!!!
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3/31/20 CLOSED
GARVAN WOODLAND GARDENS
550 Arkridge Road
Gardens Temporarily Closed
With the health and well-being of our visitors, staff and volunteers in mind, Garvan Woodland Gardens has made the difficult decision to close until further notice, beginning March 31. Click Garvan Gardens for more information on Garvan Gardens’ response to the COVID-19 epidemic.
Facebook: Garvan Gardens Website: www.garvangardens.org
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3/18/20 OPEN
GRAND LAGNIAPPE SHOPPE
We are having an online fashion show Wednesday 3/25/20 instead of our usual fashion luncheon which has been sold out for months. Viewers can call the store or message to purchase.
Facebook: Grand Lagniappe Shoppe Website: www.hslagniappe.com
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4/1/20 CLOSED
GRATEFUL HEAD PIZZA & BEER GARDEN
100 Exchange Street
Due to our ongoing concern for public safety, our employees, customer & vendors, we have decided to close Grateful Head Pizza Oven effective immediately. We thank everyone mentioned above for their service and patronage. We will continue closely monitoring this pandemic and conducting weekly risk assessments in order to make informed decisions about our path forward.
We will reopen our business as soon as we safely can. We, like everyone else, have never seen anything like this before and want to take steps to end this pandemic as soon as possible. Keeping everyone at home instead of coming in to work, delivering product or picking up pizza, hopefully, will accelerate the return of normality.
Please everyone, follow the safety guidelines that are recommended by the CDC and keep our front line HEROS the Nurses, Doctors, Hospital Staff, Pharmacy Staff, Grocery Store Staff in your hearts and prayers. We will get through this and enjoy Pizza, Beer AND FELLOWSHIP AGAIN!!!! We look forward to seeing you all very soon. Stay safe, friends.
Facebook: Grateful Head Pizza & Beer Garden
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3/26/20 – CLOSED
HIGDON SQUARE CAFÉ
This is the post I did not want to write. We are going to stop doing the To-go’s/Curbside Service. We will reopen when this ban on the “no dining room service” has been lifted.
After 12 1/2 years, we AREN’T going to just quit! We’re just on a break… ha! Thank you for your patronage and the friendships we’ve developed with you. Truly, most of you are like family.
WE WILL BE BACK!
Thanks again, Sheri & Steve And the crew of HIGDON SQUARE CAF
Facebook: Higdon Square Cafe
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3/18/20 LOBBY ONLY CLOSED
HOT SPRINGS ANIMAL SERVICES
In response to the recommendations of the CDC, the lobby of the City of Hot Springs Animal Services will be closed to customers until further notice starting on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Individuals interested in adopting or looking for lost pets can view the animals from the outside kennels or visit Facebook: Hot Springs Animal Services.
To adopt or reclaim pets, call Animal Services at 501-262-2091 for assistance. To fill out paperwork on adopted or reclaim animals, one person will be allowed in the lobby at a time. All other Animal Services business will be conducted as usual with precautions.
Tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Animals and COVID-19:
“In the United States, there is no evidence to suggest that any animals, including pets, livestock, or wildlife, might be a source of COVID-19 infection at this time. However, because all animals can carry germs that can make people sick, it’s always a good idea to practice healthy habits around pets and other animals.
• Wash your hands after handling animals, their food, waste, or supplies.
• Practice good pet hygiene and clean up after pets properly.
• Take pets to the veterinarian regularly and talk to your veterinarian if you have questions about your pet’s health.
For more information, visit CDC’s Healthy Pets, Healthy People Website: Healthy Pets, Healthy People
If you are sick with COVID-19 (either suspected or confirmed), you should restrict contact with pets and other animals, just like you would around other people. Although there have not been reports of pets or other animals becoming sick with COVID-19, it is still recommended that people sick with COVID-19 limit contact with animals until more information is known about the virus. This can help ensure both you and your animals stay healthy.
When possible, have another member of your household care for your animals while you are sick. Avoid contact with your pet including, petting, snuggling, being kissed or licked, and sharing food. If you must care for your pet or be around animals while you are sick, wash your hands before and after you interact with them. For more information visit: What to Do if You are Sick Website: What to Do if You are Sick
Facebook: Hot Springs Animal Services
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3/17/20 RESCHEDULED
HOT SPRINGS AREA CULTURAL ALLIANCE
Arts & the ParkApril 24-May 5, 2020 Rescheduled Sept 24-Oct 4, 2020
The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance has been closely monitoring the recommendations for the Center for Disease Control (CDC) as it impacts the upcoming Arts & The Park 10-day Celebration of the Arts in Hot Springs. Based upon the recommendation that all events with an attendance of more than 50 people should be rescheduled, Arts & The Park, originally scheduled for April 24 – May 5, has been rescheduled for September 24 – October 4, 2020.
Ashley Campbell, HSACA Board Chair, states, “We are concerned about the health and well-being of all of those involved in Arts & the Park, those who attend events, volunteers, as well as the many artists and artisans that take part in the over 70 events planned for the 10-day festival. For that reason, we have made the decision to reschedule the festival until this fall.
“As originally planned the festival will begin with the outdoor arts festival the first weekend, Art Springs, feature a week filled with art activities, workshops, and performances and finish the second weekend with Gallery Walk and Studio Tours. We hope that all of the community partners with events planned during Arts & The Park will consider rescheduling their events to be a part of the fall Celebration of the Arts.” For more information about The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance or Arts & The Park, contact Mary Zunick at 501-545-6960 or email mzunick@hotsprings.org.
Facebook: Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance Website: www.hotspringsarts.org
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3/17/20 CLOSED
HOT SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER
134 Convention Blvd.
The Hot Springs Convention Center, including Bank OZK Arena, was closed to the public, effective 3/17/20, Tuesday evening, following recommendations from governmental and public-health officials regarding the coronavirus.
“After reading the news and the Centers for Disease Control reports, I have decided to close our building at the end of business today,” Visit Hot Springs CEO Steve Arrison said. “We will have several key employees continue to work to make sure our customers and buildings are still taken care of during our closure.” He said the rest of the staff would be sent home.
“We will evaluate the safety recommendations for the country on Monday, March 30,” he said. “All employees will be required to check-in with their supervisors at that time. If conditions have improved, we will bring all employees back to work on April 1. Our first responsibility is to our employees, their families and our clients. I feel strongly this is the best and only course of action we can take to protect them from this growing threat.” For more information, call Steve Arrison at 501-321-2027.
Facebook: Hot Springs Convention Center. Website: www.hotsprings.org
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3/18/20
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK
Where it is possible to adhere to the latest health guidance, outdoor areas of the park, including all trails, the Grand Promenade, and the park campground, will remain open for hiking and recreation.
“This is a challenging situation for all of us and we want to do our part to prevent the spread of infectious disease,” said park superintendent Laura Miller. “We are modifying our program to better protect the health and safety of our staff and visitors. We will provide more outdoor, roving visitor contacts, along with developing content to allow our visitors to continue to enjoy their park online.”
CLOSED Until Further Notice
Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum
Bathhouse Row Emporium, located in the Lamar Bathhouse.
Other park partners and businesses along Bathhouse Row and at the Hot Springs Mountain Tower also are following guidance from the CDC. Visitors are encouraged to check with those businesses regarding possible updates to their services.
The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners at Hot Springs National Park is our number one priority. The National Park Service (NPS) is working with the federal, state, and local authorities to closely monitor the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. We will notify the public when we resume full operations and provide updates on our website and social media channels.
The NPS urges visitors to do their part when visiting a park and to follow CDC guidance to prevent the spread of infectious diseases by maintaining a safe distance between yourself and other groups; washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth; covering your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze; and most importantly, staying home if you feel sick. For high-risk populations, such as the elderly and people with underlying conditions, we ask that they take extra caution and follow CDC guidance for those at higher risk of serious illness.
Updates about NPS operations will be posted on www.nps.gov/coronavirus. For more information and updates, visit our park website at www.nps.gov/hosp or follow us on social media.
For information on each of the business partners on Bathhouse Row and the Mt. Tower, I have included their contact information, please refer to them for any information about their business operations.
Buckstaff Baths – Mandi Hall, Manager 501-623-2308
Quapaw Baths and Spa – Jeanne Surf, Manager – 501-609-9822, or Bob Kempkes @ 501-624-5679
Hotel Hale – Ellen McCabe, Owner – 501-760-9010
Superior Brew Pub – Rose Schweikhart, Owner – 501-624-2337
Hot Springs Mt. Tower – Patsy Dobbs, Manager – 501-881-4020
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3/30/20 – THERMAL WATER UPDATE
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
Temporary Shutdown of Thermal Water at Hot Springs National Park
Thermal water service will be temporarily interrupted to repair a main water line on Bathhouse Row. The thermal water jug fountains on Reserve Street and Hill Wheatley Plaza will be turned off Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 2 to allow park staff to make needed repairs. Service will resume Friday, April 3.
The Happy Hallow and Whittington cold spring fountains will remain open.
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3/18/20 LOBBY ONLY CLOSED
HOT SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT
641 Malvern Avenue
In the interest of public safety and the health of our employees, the Hot Springs Police Department has decided that due to the recent Coronavirus threat, we have enacted the following temporary measures to help stop the spread of the virus.
The Hot Springs Police Department lobby will be temporarily closed. If you need to speak with an officer, there is a call button inside the foyer and one of employees will assist you. If you need an accident or incident report, you can call 501-321-6789 and ask to speak with a Records Clerk or you can fill out a form that will be provided in a box in the foyer and leave it in the box. Our Records Clerks will email or fax it to you in a timely manner.
For non-emergency calls, please continue to call 501-321-6789 and for emergency calls, call 911 and we will send an officer to your location.
We ask for everyone to be patient and have understanding during this unprecedented time, we will continue to provide the best service to our citizens. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
Facebook: Hot Springs Police Department Website: www.hotspringspolice.com
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3/18/20 POSTPONED TBD
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PLAYERS
The Hot Springs Village Players are rescheduling “War of the Worlds” play. Originally scheduled for March 20, 21, and 22 at the Bathhouse Dinner Theater and March 27, 28, 29, and at the Coronado Center in Hot Springs Village, the performance at the Bathhouse is delayed, date uncertain. The dates in the Village are confirmed for June 11, 12, and 14.
Website: Hot Springs Village Players
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3/18/20
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
The health, safety, and welfare of our property owners, residents, commercial owners, visitors, and employees are the top priority for Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association. We ask for your patience and cooperation as we implement these protocols and encourage you to visit our webpage Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association that is also being used to provide the latest updates.
We are also using these resources for mitigation planning:
The Arkansas Department of Health: https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/
For those wishing to begin “sheltering in place”, here is a helpful site from the CDC: https://www.emergency.cdc.gov/shelterinplace.asp
Helpful Checklists from Ohio: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/home/covid-19-checklists/covid-19-checklists
For a summary of all the closures/postpones and most up to date information concerning COVID-19 please use our website link at https://explorethevillage.com/members/hsv-covid-19/
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3/17/20 POSTPONED
HOT SPRINGS WORLD’S SHORTEST ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Hot Springs National ParkMarch 17, 2020 New Date TBA
The First Ever 17th Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade, scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, in downtown Hot Springs, has been postponed, Visit Hot Springs CEO Steve Arrison announced Thursday afternoon.
“Because the safety of our citizens and visitors is always our primary concern, and because the spread of the coronavirus has become a concern to our health and governmental leaders, we decided this afternoon to postpone this year’s parade,” Arrison said. “We will announce a new date for the parade as soon as we can.
“Although the chance of spreading the virus among our parade fans and participants was considered low, we decided — after conferring with our city and county leaders and with health-care professionals — that we simply did not want to take a chance where the safety of our citizens and visitors is concerned.”
“We will begin planning immediately for the parade’s new date, and we will make it the biggest and best little parade in the world,” Arrison added. “We want our fans to stay well and plan to join us here in Hot Springs when we can select a new date.” For information, call Steve Arrison, 501-321-2027.
Facebook: Shortest St Pats Parade
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4/3/20 – PARTIALLY OPEN
HOT SPRINGY DINGY
409 Park Avenue
Yes, we are making masks. I am taking orders but don’t come until I text or call you that your order is ready. We will stay at it until EVERYONE has as many masks as they feel they need. We are selling them at our cost of $2.00 each as a gift to our community. We are also happy to ship. Call 623-2849 to place your order. We will happily deliver them to your car.
Daily 11:30-1:00 (except Sunday) Thank you so much for your patience. Be safe out there. ?
Facebook: Hot Springy Dingy Website: www.springydingy.com
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3/26/20 HOTEL OPEN • RESTAURANTS – CURB-SIDE SERVICE
HOTEL HALE
341 Central Avenue
We start delivery services next week. Family-Style menu posted tomorrow. We will be going outside of the city limits to areas such as Diamondhead, Hot Springs Village, 270, and Amity Rd. We look forward to serving you. We will have pick-up and delivery available during limited hours to local patrons. Our chef and her team are working hard to prepare fresh, family-style comfort meals. Our new menu will be posted in the coming days for To go curbside pickup for lunch and dinner, expertly prepared by our chef who is residing onsite at this time. Your safety is our number one objective., call ahead to place your order for a pickup between 11am-6:30pm. 501-760-9010.
Thank you for your support and confidence through this new temporary adjustment. We truly appreciate you all.
Facebook: Hotel Hale Website: www.hotelhale.com
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3/19/20 CLOSED 3/19-3/21/20
JUST SWANKY
340 Ouachita Avenue
To all my clients and customers, I have made the difficult decision to temporarily close the store for the remainder of this week. With two asthmatic people living in my home, I do not want to take any chances. I will reevaluate next week. Thanks for your support, patience, and understanding. Closed 3/19/20-3/21/20.
Facebook: Just Swanky Consignment Boutique and Instagram at Just Swank Consignment Boutique.
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3/23/20 ONLINE & OPTIONS
JVFARMS HOMESTEAD
Bismarck, AR
We have put together an online store… it has all we have to offer! The store even has wholesale-only products, reduced retail prices, and no membership fees on six-month farm shares. Instructions are on the store site, and you can always call, text, or email us anytime! If you want to order and pay in person, look at the site and email us what you would like and we will get it ready for you to pick up and pay at that time.
- We will have the Farm Store open on Fridays, Noon to 5 pm, at the farm milk barn. If you would like to pick up at the farm and need to schedule a different time a time, please call us, we are here!
- We will have a “Drive-Thru Pop-up Pick-up Market” in the Farmers Market south parking lot each Saturday 9 am to 12 noon, in the South Parking lot between the Farmers Market pavilion and Crystal Ridge Distillery until things get back to normal.
- We will have a “Drive-Thru Pop-up Pick-up Market” at Bernice Gardens the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month until things get back to normal.
- Front porch delivery available each Saturday in the Hot Springs area for $5
- Front Porch delivery on 1st and 3rd Sundays in the Little Rock area for $5
- Meetups in the Little Rock & Benton/Bryant area on the 1st and 3rd Sundays along I-30 are free. Valorie will set up and schedule the times to coincide with our travel plans to and from the pop-up market on Sundays.
Facebook: JVFarms Homestead Website: www.jvfarms71929.com
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3/20/20 – TO GO OPTIONS
KOLLECTIVE COFFEE+TEA
110 Central Avenue
We offer curbside pickup, take-out, DoorDash delivery.
Give us a call to order 501-701-4000.
Please note: we’ll be changing our hours of operation for the time being during the coronavirus outbreak.
Monday-Friday 8am – 3pm
Saturday-Sunday 8am – 4pm
Be safe!
Facebook: Kollective Coffee+Tea Website: www.facebook.com/kollectivecoffeetea
3/17/20 OPEN
LARUE CUSTOM FRAMING
1429 Central Avenue
Retail custom framing. Open 10am-5pm Monday-Friday. 10 am -noon Saturday.
We will be open regular hours. Our greeter (Dog) Snazzy will have time off until the Virus is no longer an issue. We have room to practice social distancing and are seldom crowded but if you are concerned, we can take your art from you in the parking lot and send design ideas to your phone. To take advantage of this service, please call 501-282-5116 and let us know you are waiting in the parking lot.
Facebook: LaRue Custom Framing
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3/18/20 CLOSED
MEGAN’S DINER
1105 Albert Pike
Based on reports from the Centers for Disease Control, we have decided to close Megan’s at the end of business today through the end of March. We know you are concerned, as are we, about keeping our community as safe as possible during this challenging time. We thank you for your loyalty and hope to be back soon. Stay safe!!
Facebook: Megan’s Diner
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3/18/20 CLOSED
MID-AMERICA SCIENCE MUSEUM
500 Mid-America Blvd.
As we continue to monitor developments regarding COVID-19, I hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe. Our hearts go out to those impacted by the pandemic; and we are grateful for the healthcare workers and local leaders who are working to contain the outbreak. Like you, we have been staying current on the latest news on the Coronavirus situation and following recommendations from Governor Asa Hutchinson and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
As you may already know, Mid-America Science Museum is temporarily closed thru March 22. We will continue to assess this rapidly changing situation to determine when it is safe for the Museum to return to normal operations. We will continue to post updates on our website and social media.
In the meantime, I wanted to reach out and let you know about the steps that we are taking to ensure the health and safety of our visitors, staff and their families. The Museum has implemented the following precautionary activities:
- Advanced cleaning protocols, such as increasing the number of times per day each area of the Museum is cleaned and disinfected including all exhibits, handrails, windows, doors, handles, restroom, all surfaces, etc. with CDC recommended disinfectants and aerosols.
- Increased supply and placement of hand sanitizer stations throughout the Museum.
- Posted information from the CDC for infection prevention, including regular hand washing with soap and water for 20 seconds, using a tissue when coughing or sneezing and avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms.
- Daily communication with staff on best practices for staying healthy by washing hands regularly, using hand sanitizers, practicing social distancing, and staying home when not feeling well.
During this unprecedented time, we are working closely with our Board of Trustees to carefully manage our finances, and to support our staff and their families so that we can be ready to re-open and welcome you back to a healthy and safe Museum. We stand with you in these efforts and will continue to do all we can to ensure the safety and health of our employees, our community and Mid-America Science Museum.
P.S. Join us daily at 1:00pm CDT on Facebook Live for Un-Spring Break! Mid-America’s Science Education Team will be sharing science demonstrations and lessons for you and your family to enjoy together.
Facebook: Mid-America Science Museum Website: www.midamericamuseum.org
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3/19/20 CLOSED
MUNRO OUTLET STORE
3770 Malvern Avenue
In the interest of protecting the health and safety of our customers and employees in light of the current Coronavirus situation, we will temporarily close the Outlet Store. We anticipate reopening on April 6th, but please call before coming in. Thank you for your understanding. And please stay safe and inside your homes.
Thanks so much, Holly and Laura
Facebook: Munro Shoes Outlet Website: www.munroshoes.com
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3/17/20 CLOSED
OLDE CROW CHILI PARLOR & MERCANTILE
120 Ouachita Avenue
We will be closed until further notice.
Facebook: Olde Crow Chili Parlor and Mercantile
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3/30/20 OPEN – TO GO
PHIL’S RESTAURANT
2900 Central Avenue
OPEN for Carry Out / Curbside
10-2 Monday – Friday. Call ahead at 501-623-8258. We wish everyone happiness and health! God Bless and we’ll see you soon at Phil’s!
Facebook: Phil’s Restaurant Website: philsrestaurant.weebly.com
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3/28/20 – TO GO/CURBSIDE
PHO HOANG MY
608 E Grand
We just accepted our very first online order! You can order directly through Facebook. Please try it out for 20% off your order.
Let us know if there are any issues and we will get it fixed! 501-701-4007. Here’s a song dedicated to you Hot Springs: Never Gonna Give You Up.
Facebook: Pho Hoang My Website: Pho Hoang My Menu
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3/19/20 POSTPONED
POCKET THEATRE
170 Ravine Street
The upcoming show “To Kill a Mockingbird” will be postponed until June. Sorry for the inconvenience this may cause, but given the health and safety concerns, we feel this is best for cast, crew, and audience members. “Steel Magnolias” will not run in 2020 as a result. Refunds for ticket leap buyers will begin this week. If you have any questions, please contact us via email as we will not have anyone in the office for the next few weeks.
Facebook: Pocket Theatre Website: www.pockettheatre.com
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4/4/20 CLOSED
RED OAK FILLIN’ STATION
2169 Carpenter Dam Rd
Over the last few weeks, We have been monitoring the progression of the circumstances surrounding the spread of COVID-19 and taking the necessary steps to limit the risk of contamination in our restaurant. It has been a heartbreaking decision but out of concern and for the health of our families, staff members, & our community, We will be temporarily closed after this Saturday April 4th.
We truly can’t thank you all enough for standing beside and adjusting with us throughout this uncertain time. It is because of your unwavering love and support that we have continued and look forward to re-opening as soon as we are able.
In the meantime, please continue to support the small businesses in our community that remain open. It means more than you can imagine. We will see ya’ll real soon.
Facebook: Red Oak Fillin’ Station
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3/23/20 – CLOSED
REDBEARD’S LIVING CANVAS TATTOOS & PIERCING
413 Park Avenue
Unfortunately, due to the Corona Virus event, the Governor of Arkansas has ordered all tattoo shops in the state to close until further notice. Stay in touch with us on Facebook or by calling 501-623-4744 for updates as we receive information from either the Ar. Dept. of Health or the Governor’s office. Hopefully the closures will not last long and in the meantime our prayers are with everyone affected by these closings.
Facebook: Redbeard’s Living Canvas
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3/20/20 OPEN TO GO
RENDI’S MUD BUGS CRAWFISH
1205 Higdon Ferry Rd
We are open! We have always been To-Go! So, if you’ve wanted to try crawfish now is the time!
Facebook: Rendi’s Mud Bugs Crawfish Website: www.rendismudbugs.com
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3/28/20 – ONLINE ORDERING
RILEY ART GLASS STUDIO
710 W Grand Avenue
Stay At Home Sale! Free shipping on all orders! 20% Off Tumblers too!
Our doors may have closed earlier this week but our furnace is still on! We plan to work as usual in the studio while the gallery is closed. As of today, we can still order supplies. We just redesigned our online store with lots and lots of new items and easier checkout. Most important of all is the newly added tumblers! The tumblers have been a project on the back burner for a very long time. We finally have them available in over two dozen colors! We take your safety seriously and are using every precaution while preparing outgoing orders.
Cheers and Stay Safe!
Facebook: Riley Art Glass Studio Website: Shop HERE
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3/20/20 TO GO LUNCH SPECIAL
ROD’S PIZZA CELLER
3350 Central AvenueRods will be running a to go lunch special from 11:00 to 1:00. Tuesday thru Sunday.
1- 8 inch pizza of choice
1 – side salad
1- 16 oz drink
ALL THIS FOR $9.99 +tax
CALL AHEAD 624-RODS (7637)
PLEASE ALLOW 20 MINUTES.
Thank you for your support!
Tracy and team.
Facebook: Rod’s Pizza Cellar Website: www.rodspizzacellar.com
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3/20/20 CURBSIDE TAKE-OUT/HAUS TO HAUS DELIVERY
STEINHAUS KELLER
801 Central
Lower Level Spencer’s Corner
We are offering full Menu/Beer/Wine Take-Out through our Biergarten, Curbside Take-Out in the loading zone in our Broadway/Malvern parking lot, and Haus to House Delivery. Please order on the website or Call us at 501-624-7866.
Facebook: Steinhaus Keller Website: steinhauskeller.com
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3/20/20 OPEN
STUBBY’S BBQ
3024 Central Avenue
IMPORTANT NEWS – Our drive thru is OPEN!! We have had to close our dining room per Arkansas State requirements – but Stubby’s will remain OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK for all the BBQ you can eat. Home delivery is available via #BiteSquad. #GrubHub is available for pickup at the drive thru. Pitmaster Chris and the entire Stubby’s crew really truly appreciate all of your support and your kind remarks and comments you’ve left on our FB wall!! We love ALL our locals!!!! Stay safe!! Stay up-to-date!
Facebook: Stubby’s BBQ Website: stubbysbbq.com
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3/21/20 PICKUP & DELIVERY UPDATE!
SUPERIOR BATHHOUSE BREWERY
329 Central Avenue
In light of this rapidly changing situation, we have decided to Hunker Down. Superior Bathhouse Brewery will be closed to the public for an unspecified period of time. We believe this decision is the best for the protection of our community, and perhaps most importantly, the physical and mental well being of our employees who are putting themselves and their families at risk by being in contact with the public. Yesterday’s growler and pretzel delivery experiment went extremely well, and we will resume that early next week with a nifty schedule that will allow us to cover a very wide delivery radius.
Contact us here on Facebook if you have any questions and please stay in touch. We can’t wait to have a beer with you when all of this blows over… and it will! -Rose
Facebook: Superior Bathhouse Brewery Website: www.superiorbathhouse.com
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3/20/20 CURBSIDE PICKUP
TACO MAMA
1209 Malvern Avenue
To our Taco Mama guests – as you may have heard Governor Hutchinson has mandated a ban on dining in. This being said, Taco Mama is offering prepared meal kits and other menu options for curbside pickup. Call the store at 501-624-6262 to reserve your order. Meals and bottled beer and wine will be available for pickup between 11:30 am and 6:30 pm. We are looking forward to serving you. Thank you for your continued loyalty. @ Taco Mama.
Facebook: Taco Mama Website: tacomama.net
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3/19/20 OPEN
TIFFANY’S BED & BREAKFAST
1632 HWY 347, Bismarck
Open now and taking reservations for the future as well.
Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast is also our home, and we have always taken the utmost care in cleanliness and will continue to do so. We have only 3 guest rooms (all with private bathrooms) and have no other staff to come in contact with. The health & well-being of our guests are of paramount importance to us. We’re located on 62 acres of woodlands with plenty of fresh air, yet only 14 miles from Hot Springs. Let the peacefulness surround you while you unplug and relax in the quiet and serenity of our country setting.
Facebook: Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast Website: www.TiffanysBedandBreakfast.com
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3/17/20 CANCELLED
VALLEY OF THE VAPORS Independent Music Festival (the VOV)
118 Arbor StreetMarch 20-23, 2020
We regret very much to announce that Low Key Arts is canceling Valley of the Vapors 2020, as well as the remaining fundraiser and opening reception events. This is heartbreaking for us and something we feel is also completely unavoidable. It seems irresponsible to continue given the increasing severity of the situation ahead of us.
As difficult as it has been to make this decision, we would rather err on the side of caution than risk the health or well-being of our audience, not to mention the many incredible performers we bring to Hot Springs from around the world. To the bands intent on being here, please accept our most sincere apologies. To our sponsors, donors, and music lovers of Hot Springs and beyond, our gratitude for your support and belief in VOV is immeasurable. We look forward to celebrating our return with all of you next year.
Facebook: Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival Website: www.valleyofthevapors.com
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3/17/20 OPEN
WILL’S CINNAMON SHOP
1001 Central Avenue
We all find ourselves in an unknown situation with this virus. To limit the spread of illness, until further notice, Will’s Cinnamon shop will be for PICKUP ONLY.
A few of our standard processes will be altered. Please note the following:
- First, we will be STRONGLY ENCOURAGING pre-payment on all pre-orders. (This will significantly speed up the pickup process!!). You may still order through Facebook: Will’s Cinnamon Shop, please include a phone number so we may call for payment.
- We will allow same-day ordering of any order of six or more rolls. Just call the shop at 501-538-4650 to place an order same-day. Please be mindful of the time you place the order and when you need it. Planning and calling ahead are always encouraged.
- We will be operating in a car-hop style of business. You are encouraged to call orders in advance, but if you don’t, we will come to your car, take your order and take payment outside and bring your order to you. Please be cautious while driving in the parking lot, as there WILL be pedestrians, but we also ask you to be mindful of the time. If you are in a rush, please call ahead (WITH A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO PREPARE YOUR ORDER). This is NOT the time for you to call us and tell us you are on the way and it needs to be ready when you get there.
- We would like to add a personal note: Please keep in mind small businesses are going to be very hard-hit during this time. Our focus is not to make a profit during this time, but to ensure rent is paid and our employees are paid. Small businesses run on very small margins. We appreciate your love and all your support over the years, and we will need you now more than ever. There was a meeting earlier today with a number of locally owned restaurant and business owners to put our community in as little risk as possible. You will soon see many of these other businesses be posting similar processes. We encourage you to still shop small and love local during this time. We all need it.
Remember. Be Kind. Wash your hands. If you don’t have to be out…stay home. -Will & Katie
Facebook: Will’s Cinnamon Shop Website: WWW.WILLSCS.COM
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3/19/20 OPEN – FACEBOOK LIVE
THE YOGA PLACE
Whittington Place
301 Whittington Avenue
Offering classes seven days a week, check out the schedule on our website. As precautions, all our classes now are being offered through Facebook live. We will attempt to keep our full schedule, but no students inside the building until the social distancing quarantine has lifted.
Facebook: The Yoga Place Website: www.theyogaplacehs.com
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3/26/20 – OPEN for Tents, RVs, Fishing
YOUNG’S LAKESHORE RV RESORT
Keeping it normal at Hot Springs Arkansas most laid-back RV Park. Music and live horse racing at our pavilion. People loving and supporting each other hour to hour day to day. Fish being caught from our shore and from boats going out of our ramp.
Were open and we are staying open.
Two sure ways to escape the “virus bugaboos” this Spring and Summer. If you are a guest, our boat ramp comes with the deal. Bring the boats, kayaks, and fishing gear, and enjoy the fresh Arkansas air out on Lake Hamilton.
1. Your own RV or Tent gives you confidence in the space you are sleeping in and the space you are recreating in.
2. Bring your boat, kayaks, or mountain bike, and get out to the North Woods or on Lake Hamilton. Play swim and fish where you are taking in only fresh Arkansas air and water. For reservations this Spring and Summer call 1-800-470-7875.
Facebook: Young’s Lakeshore RV Resort Website: www.rvhotsprings.com
