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Central Theatre Venue for  Jazz Nights Twice Monthly

The Hot Springs Jazz Society presents Jazz Night with the Central Cabaret & Nightclub (formerly Central Theatre) twice monthly. Jazz Night will be presented Tuesday, November 1, with The Goat Band 6-9 PM. The band consists of Barry McVinney on sax/clarinet/flute, Steve Hudelson on guitar, Brian Wolerton on bass, and Patrick Lindsey on drums, and Michael Underwood.  The Village Big Band will perform November 15, from 7-9 PM. December 6,

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Jackson House Thankful Gala Raises Funds for Short-Term Emergency Assistance

With donations from the community, Jackson House provides short-term emergency assistance with food, clothing, and infant/toddler needs in Garland County. Jackson House is holding its 6th annual Dorothy Morris Thankful Gala to benefit those served through Jackson House. As the inflationary economy continues many families and seniors are struggling to meet their basic needs. Focusing on good, Jackson House has had to purchase more food this year than ever before,

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Artists’ Quarterly Networking Meeting Nov. 7

HSACA welcomed first-time attendees to the July Networking event. The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) will host its next Quarterly Networking Meeting on Monday, November 7, 2022, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Central Theatre, 1008 Central Avenue, Hot Springs. HSACA is excited to welcome first-time visitors to its Quarterly Networking Meeting and would also encourage veteran members of the arts community to lend their expertise and offer introductions to

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Support the Arts on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 29

Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving to help raise awareness of charitable causes and encourage donors’ generosity. Like many non-profit arts organizations, Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) will be participating in Giving Tuesday on November 29, 2022. There are multiple ways to contribute on this day of giving. Donations can be made directly on HSACA’s website at www.HotSpringsArts.org, using the donate tab at the top of the

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Disfarmer Documentary Film Screening November 5 

Photo by Mike Disfarmer. The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA), in collaboration with Visit Hot Springs, is sponsoring a screening of the film Disfarmer: A Portrait of America. The film, exploring the life and work of iconic Heber Springs photographer Mike Disfarmer, will be shown Sat., Nov. 5, at 11 AM in room 201 of the Hot Springs Convention Center.  The photography exhibit of Disfarmer’s work is on the

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Call for Artists for 2023 Art Moves Outdoor Art Exhibition

Photos from the 2022 Art Moves: Creative Roots Exhibition which can still be seen along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail Artist Longhua Xu, his grandchildren Han and Hana Xu with “Year of the Tiger.”Artist Marietta Tucker with “Chief Soaring Eagle.” The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) has issued a call for artists for the fourth annual Art Moves outdoor art exhibition set to open during Arts & The

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2023 Arts & The Park Theme Art & Soul

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) will host the 10th annual Arts & The Park celebration of the arts with a festival theme of Art & Soul. The 10-day spring arts festival will explore art beyond aesthetic pleasure for an audience, to celebrate how art is used as a tool for the artist. The festival will take place April 28 – May 7, 2023, at various locations around Hot

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Handmade Holiday Shop Opens for Black Friday

The Handmade Holiday Shop will be open for three days only – Friday – Sunday, November 25-27. Hot Springs is steeped in tradition and yet the town is always changing. This year is no different for the Handmade Holiday Shop. Originally a weekend event that grew into a month-long event, now in its eleventh year, the pop-up shop has returned to its roots and is opening for one weekend only.

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Haiku Hot Springs Celebrates Its 26th Year

One of the Haiku featured poets is Charles Trumbull, from New Mexico.By Vic Fleming On November 11-12, 2022, for the 26th consecutive year, Hot Springs will serve as host city for a conference devoted to the study and enjoyment of haiku poetry.  The Arkansas Haiku Society and the Haiku Society of America will team up to offer presentations from local, national, and international figures. Charles Trumbull of Santa Fe, New

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Photographer Tim Ernst’s Final Public Presentation Nov. 10

Fisherman’s float wall on Cape Forchu, along the southern coast of Nova Scotia. Renowned Arkansas photographer Tim Ernst will give his final public presentation at the Garland County Library on Thursday, November 10, 2022. A book signing will begin at 6:30 PM followed by a presentation at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

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Library Offers Fiction Writing Programs for Kids

Chanan Emmons heads up the children’s Fiction Writing Program.By Chanan Emmons Beginning in November, the Garland County Library will offer three monthly, in-person fiction writing programs for children ages 10 to 18.  In the Fiction Writer’s Cafe program, teens can enjoy hot beverages and a laid-back atmosphere while learning the ins and outs of character, plot, scene, dialogue, and more. Teens ages 16-18 are invited to attend on Monday, November

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A Jungle Safari Dinner Adventure Presented by Diablos Tacos and Mezcal

Diablos will be delighting diners with a 5-course meal accompanied by five exquisite cocktails, dancing, door prizes, and surprises. On Saturday, November 12, Diablos Tacos and Mezcal will hold their annual Mezcal Pairing dinner party. This year it is a Jungle Safari Adventure-themed dinner. Diablos has teamed up with two amazing venues: The Foul Play Cabaret and Arkansas Circus Acts.  This year’s offerings include live and wild Jungle Fire Dancers

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