When your city gives you gorgeous murals, the best thing an artsy magazine can do is showcase them on our cover. This beauty, titled “Venus of the Springs,” was barely dry when Jeremy Rodgers (Yes! Jeremy of our November cover) gathered up his cameras and headed our way. He captured Venus in all her beauty and even got some snaps of Thomas Nagin and Patrick Cunningham, building owner and mural
The Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, is pleased to announce the 2023 Governor’s Arts Awards recipients. Since 1991, the annual awards program has recognized individuals, organizations, and businesses for their outstanding contributions to the arts in Arkansas. Recipients are nominated by the public, then selected by an independent panel of arts professionals. “The Governor’s Arts Awards recognize Arkansans who have made significant contributions to
Arkansas Community Foundation, in partnership with CACHE (Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchange), invites small arts organizations statewide to apply to the Arts in Arkansas Fund, which will provide grants for general operating support. Visit https://www.arcf.org/apply/nonprofits/arts-in-arkansas-fund/. Applications are being accepted now. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Dec. 19 at 5 PM CST. For a full list of grant criteria, funding range, FAQs, and other application requirements visit www.arcf.org/arts.
The City of Hot Springs Parks & Trails Department and the Garland County Library are partnering on their first StoryWalk™, featuring “Leaf Man” by Lois Ehlert. This program is a fun way to encourage residents to be outdoors by promoting early literacy and physical activity while spending quality time in nature with friends and family.StoryWalk™ is open to the public and will take place along the Utility Service Center Trail
The Hot Springs Jazz Society presents Jazz Night at the Central Cabaret & Nightclub (formerly Central Theatre) twice monthly. Jazz Night will be presented Sunday., Dec. 4, with Tabitha Graves Collective 3-5 PM. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, Texarkana Jazz Collective takes the stage from 6-9 PM. Central Cabaret, located at 1008 Central Avenue, opens the kitchen and full bar at 5 pm. Tickets range from $5 and up in advance online (CentralTheatreHS.com)
The Local Art Entity (TLAE), a network of artistry in Hot Springs, is now participating in Gallery Walk on the first Friday of every month. They will be hosting Art Markets and Open Mic Nights during Gallery Walk at The Club House Hot Springs, an exciting new event venue at 118 Arbor Street. The Local Art Entity organizes collaborative programs and artistic developmental services into a network that helps grow,
The Garland County Detention Center Learning Greenhouse will present demonstrations and educational programs. By Luke Duffle, County Extension Agent – Horticulture The Garland County Detention Center Learning Greenhouse has had quite a long history for just having an open house on October 21, 2022. The greenhouse actually began in March of 2018 with a vision of Captain Cosgrove and Allen Bates, the County Extension Agent at the time. In October
“VENUS OF THE SPRINGS” by artist Patrick Cunningham By Leslie Fisher A surprise pop of color and whimsy awaits those who venture just off the main drag in downtown Hot Springs. The latest in a series of murals popping up throughout the historic district, Venus of the Springs is a 40-by-90-foot work of art that graces the backside of Karicole Plaza, a three-story building located at 620 Central Avenue. Featuring
By Kim Thomas You’ve been dealing with pain on and off for months or years, and recently, you’ve finally received a clarifying diagnosis. Learning how to deal with your pain, carve out a lifestyle you love, and get the support you need can be challenging. We’ve assembled the following resources to show you how to approach life in a healthy way after receiving a chronic pain diagnosis. Care for Your
Hot Springs National Park is one of only two national parks in America that will be in the “path of totality” for the April 2024 total eclipse of the sun. “That’s pretty cool,” said Bill Solleder, marketing director for Visit Hot Springs. “What better place to view this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon than a city that has a national park, mountains, hundreds of lodging, camping, RV, and short-term rental opportunities, 200 dining
The annual Cherry Blossom Festival held each spring celebrates the culture of Japan in an event featuring music, dance, food, and arts. Not everyone can travel to Japan to enjoy the sakura (cherry) blossoms, but everyone is invited to enjoy the 2023 Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival, scheduled for April 2, 2023, in the Hot Springs Convention Center. This free community event sponsored by the Hot Springs National Park Sister City
Mark your calendars for Monday, December 5, and head with the family to historic downtown Hot Springs for the annual Oaklawn Rotary Christmas Parade. The theme of the parade this year is “Keeping It Lit.” The Christmas Parade is a fundraiser for the Oaklawn Rotary Club. Proceeds from this event help fund scholarships for deserving students in our local school districts. The parade begins on Whittington Avenue, travels down Central
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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
