Our August cover photo features one of the fourteen homes in the Quapaw and Prospect area that is celebrating its 100th birthday this year. We’re invited to take a drive or better yet, stroll through the neighborhood and admire the beauty, tradition, and love that has been put into these lovely old beauties. To locate this year’s Centenarian homes, look for the white sign in the yard designating its 100th
By Paul KagebeinLibraries are much more than just the traditional, paper books readers know and love. Patrons of the Garland County Library (GCL) also have free access to a wide variety of digital materials that can be accessed via several devices such as a phone, tablet, or computer. The two main databases for digital media are OverDrive and Hoopla. These two popular services have many differences in collections and functionality,
Feelin Groovy will be bringing back the music of Woodstock in 2 special “Remembering Woodstock” shows this month: August 28th from 7 pm-9 pm at the Beehive Neighborhood Hangout in Hot Springs Village, and August 29th from 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Historic Hot Springs Farmers Market. The shows will feature music from the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival as well as songs by Woodstock performers and other music of that
Selfcare is all about what serves as a source or cause of delight. It could be a massage, reading a book, a day at the lake, or whatever brings joy to your life. By Alison Crane For the last five months, we have had to deal with the effects of COVID-19. For many, this has created a feeling of perpetual stress. We have faced shortages of needed foods and household
Ryan Cassata is an award-winning, 26-year-old singer-songwriter, activist, and actor who has found a second home in Hot Springs. He has penned songs about this small Southern city that he loves, such as “Hot Springs, Arkansas,” “Peaceful Valley,” and “Back Down South.” His lyrics talk about falling in love and leaving Los Angeles for a simpler life. Cassata also stars as Jalin, alongside trans legend Kate Bornstein in “Two Eyes,”
By Erin Wood As hurricane season arrives in the Gulf Coast amidst a global pandemic, we approach the 15th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. It is difficult to reflect on Katrina’s devastation without remembering the horrors of the Superdome. Taking readers on a journey through the maelstrom is the only known memoir by a native New Orleanian about surviving the Superdome. The Katrina 15th Anniversary Edition of the IPPY-medal-winning Can Everybody
Eli Vega has served as photo competition judge for several camera clubs in Colorado, Texas, and Arkansas. He has also served as judge for two national photography contests. One of the most common weaknesses among photographers, at all levels, is composition. Join him in his ZOOM Composition class. The class will take about 1 hour, but he has scheduled 1 and ½ hours for it so participants have time to
Mid-America Science Museum has gone sustainable with a new water hydration filling station and they have already filled more than 1,000 bottles! By minimizing the number of plastic bottles being used, Mid-America Science Museum is helping reduce the waste sent to area landfills and providing a safe and healthy resource for employees and guests looking to stay hydrated during these hot summer months here in Arkansas. Bring your refillable bottle
June Lamoureux and Ken Haley are featured at Whittington Galleryin a special show of original art and digital re-workings. The Whittington Studio and Gallery will present a unique collaborative exhibit during the month of August 2020, featuring artist June Lamoureux and artographer Ken Haley, both of Hot Springs Village. The exhibit will involve creative digital re-workings by Ken Haley of original paintings by June Lamoureux, and some of Ken’s images
These beautiful works by Elizabeth Weber are part of the August exhibitat Justus Fine Art Gallery. (above) “Home.” below “Bundled.” A selection of paintings and sculpture by Elizabeth Weber will be featured during the August exhibit at Justus Fine Art Gallery to be held August 7-29. Weber’s paintings employ a vibrant color palette with dramatic use of light and texture, while her sculptures use natural materials to create forms that
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(L to R) Johnette Connelly Taylor, niece of “Killer Wife” first victim, Joe Connelly; Evaline Rowland Connelly (no relation to Johnette), sister of the third victim, Don Rowland; and Bitty Martin, author. Bitty Martin has completed her second Hot Springs true crime, Killer Wife: The True Story of Bonnie Connelly and the Men
By Chana Prince Greetings Fellow Travelers, March 2026 carries powerful turning-point energy. The Total Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 3 brings emotional insight and practical clarity. Virgo asks for refinement—health, habits, work, and daily devotion come into focus. What feels messy now is ready to be organized with
Thousands of plants will be for sale at the Garden Show. Save the date – Garland County Master Gardeners will be holding their annual Plant Sale and Garden Show one day only on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Garland County Fairgrounds. Entry is free
by Susan Koenig Springs around the corner.Our excitement builds. Our need to dig in the dirt will soon be fulfilled. We’re planning our gardens and shopping seed catalogs. We’re preparing our pots and watching video blogs. We’re dreaming of the garden and buying seeds and plants, And figuring how to get rid of the squash bugs and ants! The sun’s rays
