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Tarot: Twos

In these second of ten articles focusing on the Ace through Ten Cards, Michelle Crandell reviews four Twos. By Michelle CrandellIn Tarot, twos represent balance and harmony. Twos symbolize cooperation and equality in relationships. Twos encourage the seeker to be open and receptive to the influence of collaborators. Twos consider how uniting with another can improve life for both. Associated Major Arcana cards: High Priestess and the Lovers. Two of

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Take Advantage of Your Local Parks

Garland County is surrounded by beautiful parks, trails, lakes, and more, providing a variety of outdoor activities. By Alison CraneDid you know that living close to parks and other recreation facilities is related to higher physical activity levels for both adults and youth? During the pandemic, most adults have found exercising at their local parks, trails, and open spaces has been essential to maintaining physical and mental health. Parks provide

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Yoga: Benefits of Cow Face Pose

Cow Face Pose, demonstrated by Karen Watson Reeves, is beneficial when held for several breaths. By Karen Watson ReevesCow Face Pose (Gomukhasana, in Sanskrit) can be a challenging seated yoga posture. It focuses primarily on the two pairs of ball and socket joints in the body, the hips and shoulders. And it is no secret that many of us have tight hips (because of so much sitting) and shoulders (due

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Hot Springs Music Festival Returns Virtually

Hot Springs Music Festival will return this summer for another season! In order to keep everyone safe, this year’s festival will be held in a virtual format. This will include performances, masterclasses, rehearsals, and social gatherings that will be made available online in real-time or to be viewed later at your convenience. The internationally acclaimed Hot Springs Music Festival (HSMF) returns this summer from June 7-11 after a one-year Co-Vid

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Library to Host Virtual Cake Contest

By Erin BaberNext time you just have to bake a cake shaped like a teddy bear, Elsa, or a Ninja Turtle, don’t rush out and buy a brand-new cake pan – borrow one for free with your Garland County Library card. To promote the Library’s growing collection of cake pans, the Library will host a cake contest throughout June. Here’s how it works: borrow a cake pan from the Library,

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About the Cover…“Various Roses” by Jimmy Leach

This vibrant, textured painting by Jimmy Leach, titled “Various Roses,” graces the cover of The Springs Magazine’s June issue. This stunning piece, as well as other works of his, are shown at American Art Gallery, at 724 Central Avenue, in downtown Hot Springs. The gallery is open Monday – Saturday, 10AM – 5PM, so there’s ample opportunity to stop in to see it. “Various Roses” is a 20” x 20”

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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