July 3, 2023

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“Floral Feather” by Gerri Much Gerri Much is a Hot Springs artist who is known for her colorful and whimsical paintings.  Splitting her time between Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Sanibel Island, Florida, Much is a member of the Mid-Southern Watercolorists, along with the Sanibel-Captiva Art League of Florida, and the Barrier Island Group for the Arts in Southwest Florida. We were drawn to “Floral Feathers’” beauty and colors and felt

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Alzheimer’s Caregiver Workshop in Hot Springs July 28

Preparations are underway for the 2023 Hot Springs Hope CARE Workshop to be held July 28, 2023, at the National Park College. The workshop is an annual event held in cities throughout the state through which the local nonprofit Alzheimer’s Arkansas provides FREE education, training, and support to those caring for a loved one with dementia. The workshop provides general information regarding Alzheimer’s disease and its progression, tools, knowledge, and techniques

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“From Cotton to Silk” by Crystal Mercer

By Erin Wood“A feast for the eyes and the spirit of all Black children. Mercer has blended fine art, quilting, and literary excellence,” says fiber artist and storyteller Bisa Butler about Little Rock poet and textile artist Crystal C. Mercer’s children’s book, From Cotton to Silk: The Magic of Black Hair.  On Juneteenth, the book was released in paperback. About the paperback release, Crystal shares, “Based on a true story,

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Free Mobile Arkansas Craft Beverage Pass

Happy hour just got happier with Arkansas Tourism’s new Arkansas Craft Beverage Pass. The free pass has been created for mobile devices and features a collection of Arkansas breweries, wineries, and distilleries offering deals and discounts to redeem during your visit. There are no apps to download to get started. When you sign up, the pass is instantly delivered via text and email and is ready to use immediately. When

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Tarot: Cancer & The Chariot

The Major Arcana Tarot card associated with Cancer is The Chariot. By Michelle CrandellIf your astrological sign is Cancer, your corresponding Tarot Major Arcana card is The Chariot. The Chariot represents how change happens. Change involves balancing apparent opposites: effort and rest, power and responsibility, work and play, holding on and letting go. The Chariot governs motivation, emotion and movement. Charioteers are confident, sometimes arrogant or hasty, especially when young.

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Are Pet Owners Healthier?

Having a pet can aid in decreasing blood pressure and also lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels leading to healthier hearts. By Alison CraneAn estimated 68% of U.S. households have a pet. Most people consider their pets to be furry family members. As someone who has grown up with a variety of pets and as a parent, I can vouch for the richness that pets bring to our lives.  According to

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News From The Creative Collective

Use the QR code to purchase tickets to the event. The Creative Collective is a performing arts community, envisioned by Lanie Carlson. It is a hub where local artists with new perspectives can come together to create and perform their vision, inspired by the stories that have meaning to them. Each artist has unique talents to bring to their own projects and to support other artists in their visions. Ms.

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Legendary Steve Dorff to Perform at Woodlands

Steve Dorff’s songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades. With three fabulous shows already showcased this season, The Entertainment Foundation and Lifelong Learning Institute will conclude their inaugural season by proudly presenting I Wrote That Too! A Man and his Piano: An Intimate Evening with Steve Dorff, on Thursday, July 27, at 7 PM at Woodlands Auditorium. Presenting sponsors are ReMax and Everett Buick

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Exciting New Library Services Coming Soon

Adam Webb, Executive Director of GC Library, enjoys a peaceful moment in the beautiful new “Garden County Library.” Photo credit: Erin Baber By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library was forever changed within three days in early June. On Thursday, June 8, the library’s newest branch was delivered – a brand new full-size bookmobile. And on Saturday, June 10, the Community Garden and Park, which I lovingly call “Garden County Library”

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Haiku Club Invites Poets to Monthly Meetings

The Hot Springs Haiku Club is meeting at the Garland County Library the first Friday of every month from 2-4 PM, immediately before Gallery Walk. This is a small group of haiku poets who enjoy sharing ideas and composing short poems. The club was founded by the late Michael Murray following the 25th South Region Conference of the Haiku Society of America held at the Arlington Resort and Spa in

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Jackson House Announces Return of Innovative Fundraiser

If rappelling off a building is on your bucket list, you can help raise funds for Jackson House while checking it off your list. Fundraising can sometimes be a tall task, but on October 20 and 21, Jackson House (JH) will once again take fundraising to new heights with “Over the Edge,” an innovative rappelling event in downtown Hot Springs. The event will see 92 thrill-seeking participants rappel four stories.

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Dynamic Duncan Quintet Heads JazzFest

The Arthur Duncan Quintet will headline Jazz Fest September 2. The dynamic Arthur Duncan Quintet will thrill the audience at the 31st Hot Springs JazzFest on Saturday, September 2, in downtown Hot Springs on Broadway, under the “Skybridge.” Bring your dancing shoes because your toes will be tapping when Arthur hits the stage.  As a former Stan Kenton jazz camp pianist, he keeps the crowd swaying and jumpin’ in their seats. Arthur

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Bitty Martin’s New Novel Will Be Released in March 

(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

SIGNS: MARCH 2026 – Eclipse & Equinox: The Turning Point of March 2026 

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

Master Gardener Plant Sale and Garden Show 

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

Master Gardeners: Springtime is just around the Corner… 

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