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Master Gardeners: Elderberry  

Elderberries MUST BE COOKED before consuming.  By Ramona Slick Our local native Elder (Sambucus canadensis) is considered a subspecies of the European Black Elder (Sambucus nigra) now classified in the family Adoxaceae which includes several subspecies of Sambucus along with viburnums.  Elders are multi-stemmed woody shrubs growing 8-12 ft. tall and wide. Stems have large piths that become hollow as they mature. Stems live about 5 years., but new shoots arise from

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When Relationships End 

By Peggy LindseyWe all have experienced the ending of a relationship. Saying farewell to those we are closely connected with is a deeply human experience that often comes with pain and difficulty. The emotional aftermath is different for everyone, but almost all of us face feelings of loss, confusion, and grief. Sometimes these changes in relationships are not caused by anything bad, but simply from circumstances of growth. Yet the

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Levi Hospital Holds World Mental Health Day Luncheon  

Levi Hospital recently announced the return of its Mental Health Awareness Luncheon, scheduled for Thursday, October 10, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Creativity and Innovation Complex on the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts campus at 220 Whittington Avenue in Hot Springs.   Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, the event is held in observance of World Mental Health Day as part of Levi Hospital’s ongoing commitment

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Jackson House Invites Us to Go Over The Edge 

Want to help but can’t jump? This Crazy Chicken will make the jump for you!   Fundraising can sometimes be a tall task, but on October 19, 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 thrill-seeking participants rappel four stories. Each participant must raise a minimum of $1,000 in 100% tax-deductible donations for

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HS National Park to Host Hot Springs Water Festival 

Celebrate Hot Springs’ famous water resources and meet the people who help protect the thermal waters.  Hot Springs National Park will be hosting the Hot Springs Water Festival on Saturday, October 26, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Arlington Lawn near historic Bathhouse Row.  The Hot Springs Water Festival is a celebration of the park’s famous water resources and the people and organizations that help to protect them. Hot

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Volunteers Needed for the 33rd Annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival 

Register now to volunteer for the HS Doc Film Festival.  Join the team of dedicated volunteers at this year’s Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF), October 18 -26. There are a variety of roles available for volunteers on 4-hour shifts across the festival including airport drivers, concession and merchandise sales, VIP Lounge attendants, box office sales, theater attendants, and more.  Outside of getting to be a part of a world-class

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Fall Fundraising Gala 

Tickets are available for the Neo Noir Gala.  Prepare for an evening of sophistication, avant-garde art, and interactive experiences at The Gala Noir, Arkansas’s newest and most prestigious arts fundraiser, hosted by the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA).  The inaugural event, themed “Neo Noir – Light, Dark, and Modern,” will take place on Saturday, November 2, at 7 PM in the Arlington Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom. Funds raised at The

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Book Your Stay at The Happy Hollow  

Visit The Happy Hollow for a free vintage postcard sticker.  The fall foliage is always stunning in Hot Springs National Park. Book your next stay nestled in the national forests surrounding downtown at The Happy Hollow, located at 231 Fountain Street in downtown.  The Happy Hollow is a small, locally-owned motor court with a retro charm, modern amenities, and a fantastic location within walking distance to some of the best

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28th Haiku Conference at GC Library 

The 28th Haiku Society of America (HSA)South Region Conference will be held at the Garland County Library on Friday and Saturday, November 1-2. David Lanoue of Xavier University in New Orleans will hold a workshop on Renku poetry, Suzanne Underwood Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas, June Rose Dowis, former HSA South Region Coordinator, Kai Coggin, Hot Springs Poet Laureate, Dr. Jianqing Zheng, and other poets will attend.  There is no

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Gypsy Soul Holistic Fair Oct 12-13 

The Gypsy Soul Holistic Fair will take place Friday and Saturday, October 12-13, at the Hot Springs Convention Center, at 134 Convention Blvd. There will be holistic practitioners, artists who do a variety of spiritual artwork, metaphysical supplies, crystals, reiki, astrology, a variety of readings offered by exceptional readers and so much more.  Admission sold only at the door – $7 cash or $9 credit card. Ages 12 or under

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Hair-Raising Results with Glow 

Procell microchanneling treatments will encourage thicker, healthier hair growth and improve scalp health.   Looking for a way to boost your confidence and achieve a boo-tiful mane this Halloween season? Look no further than GLOW, a leading provider of innovative beauty treatments.  GLOW is thrilled to offer Procell microchanneling, a cutting-edge, non-invasive solution for hair rejuvenation. This treatment utilizes tiny needles to gently stimulate the scalp, promoting healthy hair growth and

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Arlington Celebrates 100th Anniversary During Doc Film Fest 

By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library, the Garland County Historical Society, and the Hot Springs Documentary Film Institute will present a special program during the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival to celebrate the Arlington Hotel’s 100th anniversary.  Titled “The Arlington Hotel: Birth and Rebirth 1864-1924” the program will feature a presentation by Hollis Duncan on Tuesday, October 22, at noon at the Arlington Hotel.  Duncan, a fifth-generation Arkansan with roots

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“Moku Playland”   Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City  Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs.  Hidden somewhere among the

A One-of-a-Kind Wooden Play Experience Arrives in Downtown Hot Springs 

Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families  Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue.  Open Thursday-Tuesday

World Championship Bathtub Races Set for June 6 

The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,

Yoga: Two Months at The Yoga Place 

Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue.  As we reflect