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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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About the Cover . . .  “ARKANSAS DIAMONDS” Photographer – Jeremy Rodgers 

Thriving Under Pressure:  Arkansas Diamonds Manager Lauren Hatten Discusses the Team’s Success and Goals  By Lana Pierce Fans (and future fans) of the Arkansas Diamonds: Tune in! Arkansas’s best indoor arena football team, established in Hot Springs as the “Wiseguys” before expanding this year, the Arkansas Diamonds are bringing back the hard-hitting entertainment. The sport’s

Yoga: Benefits of Mermaid Pose 

Can you tell where this mural is located? The First person to snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545 will receive a free drop-in class! Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens Yoga offers countless opportunities to build strength, improve flexibility, and create

Happy 150th Birthday, Hot Springs!  

Each person attending the birthday gala will receive this special commemorative coin.  Hot Springs’ 150th birthday gala will be held August 11 in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Funds generated by the celebration will be given to the Garland County Historical Society.  “Although our city’s history goes back hundreds of years

Melissa Carper Will Open Inaugural Birding Festival of the South 

Singer Melissa Carper. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Melissa Carper, the nationally acclaimed country singer with deep ties to Arkansas and a profound commitment to nature, will open the inaugural Birding Festival of the South Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, with a concert October 8 on Bridge Street in downtown Hot