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Sidetown Scoop!

Greetings from historic Sidetown, where Tourism meets Local! Just a short walk – one right turn down from Bathhouse Row, visitors will discover some of the city’s most unique shops. By Alana Merritt Mahaffey In the old soda shop building located at 340 Ouachita Avenue, is Just Swanky. Owner Jaime Scott’s upscale consignment boutique packs an amazing assortment of women’s clothing, handbags, shoes, and jewelry into this lovely corner store.

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Vapors Live Has Exciting Line-up For June

Tickets are available now for “Liverpool Legends” at the Vapors Live. Vapors Live has an incredible lineup for June! The Liverpool Legends roll into town June 4. These four lads were hand-picked by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison of The Beatles. They were nominated for a Grammy, headlined the Rose Bowl four times, and have played Carnegie Hall. They have been awarded Best Show, Best Band, and

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Bridge Street Live – Thursdays in June

Bridge St. LIVE! is back for 2022! This FREE 5-night, block party-style music series in Hot Springs, will be held every Thursday in June on Bridge Street. Live music, food, drinks, and vendors. The Entertainment district opens at 5 PM and live music starts at 7 PM. Here are a few tips on things you should know about Bridge St. LIVE! before you go. Dogs are welcome on a leash.

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Hilarious Running of the Tubs to Take Place June 4

Downtown Hot Springs, Bathhouse Row, to be exact, will once again be the scene of the comical Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs.  This hilarious and wacky event is a celebration of Hot Springs’ historic past when the city proclaimed “We Bathe The World!” Judging of the Tubs will begin on Friday, June 3rd at 6:00 p.m. Running of the Tubs will be held the following day, Saturday,

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Yoga: Benefits of Standing Side Stretch

Standing Side Stretch Pose demonstrated here by Karen Watson Reeves, increases spinal mobility, improves breathing efficiency, and can help alleviate pain between the shoulder blades. Photography by Fred Padilla. By Karen Watson Reeves Our city is exploding with amazing, beautiful murals by such talented and diverse artists! While driving around town in search of a location and pose for the June edition of The Springs, we came upon a mural

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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