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Who’s Watching the Kids? A Quick Look at Fireworks Safety 

May 29, 2025

Artwork by Zachary Christian, a career firefighter, husband, and father. He is a self-taught cartoonist, and this is his second published artwork.  By Lana Pierce Fireworks kill only 8-10 Americans annually, but they injure and maim thousands—especially in the South. January and July see the most injuries. July alone often accounts for almost 2/3 of a year’s total reported injuries. (There is no telling how many injuries go unreported!)  Despite increased

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Family-Friendly Festival and Film Screening to Close Out PRIDE Hot Springs 7th Annual Walk 

May 29, 2025

This year’s pride walk will begin at the intersection of Mountain Street and Central Avenue. Photo by Pam Clark 2024  By Lana Pierce Emergent Arts is proud to present the 7th annual pride walk through downtown Hot Springs. For the first time ever, the walk will end with a free, family-friendly pride festival.  The public is invited to join PRIDE Hot Springs on June 28 to walk in the parade and

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Community Garden Blooms in 2025 

May 29, 2025

Sarah Enselein uses and teaches others to use natural and organic gardening methods.  By Lana Pierce “April is the cruellest month, breeding lilacs out of the dead land…” wrote T.S. Eliot over 100 years ago.  In its simplest explanation, that poet recognized a cycle of life from death to life to death again: a metaphor for the spirit, for the city, for almost anything we hold valuable.  But I’m often reminded

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Big Words in Tiny Cards 

May 29, 2025

Each of the beautiful cards Barbara Prowell-Jones creates is hand-made, and one of a kind.   Contact Barbara Prowell-Jones to order her unique, hand-crafted cards.  By Lana Pierce No question, Barbara Prowell-Jones lived a fascinating life. A Langston High School graduate, she left Arkansas shortly after graduation, living in Atlanta, Maryland, and San Anselmo, California. Now retired, she’s returned to Hot Springs to enjoy the slower pace of her childhood home.  With

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Creek Hopping with Hot Springs Parks & Trails 

May 29, 2025

Did you know that fish, amphibians, and reptiles tell us a lot about how healthy our water is? Some species are even considered Biological Indicators of healthy waterways.   This FREE 3-part series will be held on the last Saturday of each month, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, at the Train Trestle along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail. Save the dates to join the fun – May 31, June 28, and

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Ozark Music Festival Presents a Concert and a Festival in June 

May 29, 2025

Sunny Xia, Associate Conductor of the Seattle Symphony.  The Ozark Music Festival Orchestra Concert will take place on Saturday, June 21. The Ozark Music Festival is the successor to the Hot Springs Music Festival (HSMF).  In honor of the HSMF legacy, the Ozark Music Festival will present this special run-out concert at Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines, 275 Asturias Drive, in Hot Springs Village on Saturday, June 21, at 3:00 PM. The concert will feature the

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Happiness Actions: Rest Is a Right 

May 29, 2025

Christi Nation  By Christi Nation“You don’t have to prove your exhaustion to deserve rest.” — Dr. Thema Bryant  We’re conditioned to earn our rest.Finish the to-do list first. Make sure no one’s disappointed. Only then—maybe—you can sit down. But here’s the truth: rest is not a reward. It is a right.  And the cost of ignoring it? Burnout. Resentment. A quiet grief for the version of you that once felt whole. When we do

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Master Gardeners: Garden Appreciation 

May 29, 2025

Hot pink Camellias and Grape Hyacinths are sure to perk up your spring gardens.  By Jodi Tooke How blessed we are as gardeners to witness the renewal of life each year! But how many pause to appreciate its beauty? My friend Diane brought this to my attention in her presentation on ’Perennials’ through our Know It to Grow It program at the Garland County Public Library. Describing beautiful photos of everything that

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Give Your Child a Summer to Remember – Explore Curiosity Camps at MASM 

May 29, 2025

Curiosity Camps at Mid-America Science Museum are already on the horizon! For young scientists aged 6 to 12, these summer camps are the perfect mix of fun and learning.   With weekly sessions running from June to August, your child can dive into everything from space exploration to ecology.  Don’t wait too long—spaces fill up fast, so register now and get ready for an unforgettable summer!   For more information or to

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Historic Ozark Bathhouse Reimagined as Immersive Family Attraction 

May 29, 2025

Experience the hands-on exhibits.  Adventures in learning await visitors to the Mystic Ozark.  The Ozark Bathhouse is home to a new downtown treasure – Mystic Ozark.  The historic Ozark Bathhouse at 425 Central Avenue is now home to Mystic Ozark, an immersive, family-friendly attraction that explores the geothermal wonders of Hot Springs National Park.  Developed by Mid-America Science Museum in partnership with the National Park Service, Mystic Ozark brings history

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Balancing the Aspects of Self 

May 29, 2025

By Peggy LindseyWe are physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual beings. That may seem a foreign concept to some, but if we take a moment to look, we can see clearly how our human experience is made of each of these aspects.   What kind of relationship do you have with these parts of yourself? Are they in parity with one another? Maybe you live at the gym every day . .

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Hot Springs Doc Fest Hosts the Screening Series 

May 29, 2025

Love Documentaries?! The Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF) has you covered!   On Wednesday, June 18, in downtown Hot Springs, HSDFF is partnering with the Gateway Community Association and the NAACP Hot Springs Branch to host the second edition of the new year-round screening series. This edition is a special showing of Following Harry, an intimate portrait of Harry Belafonte as he embarks on a deeply personal and reflective journey,

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August brings a special kind of cheer to our quirky little town, as we celebrate two remarkable milestones: the City of Hot Springs’ 150th birthday and the 37th birthday of Gallery Walk. Together, they mark generations of creativity, community spirit, and the enduring belief that art belongs to everyone.  For 37 years, our artists,

Yoga: Finding Balance Through Dancer Pose  

Can you find this mural? Text us a selfie with it in the month of August and receive a free drop-in! 501-651-0545. Hint: Donuts on Park Avenue. Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensYoga is often described as the practice of finding balance—both on and off the

Save the Date: Gudrun Mountain Bike Festival   

Registration is now open for the Eighth Annual Gudrun Mountain Bike Festival on Hot Springs’ acclaimed Northwoods Trails. The mountain bike extravaganza annually attracts hundreds of bikers of all abilities to Northwoods, which has been voted the No. 1 trail system in Arkansas six times. There are events geared for professionals, novice

Vibrant Nightlife in The Spa City 

When the sun dips below the Ouachita Mountains, Hot Springs reveals a vibrant and surprisingly diverse nightlife scene waiting to be explored. From cozy dive bars and bustling craft breweries to cocktail lounges and venues pulsing with live music, there’s an after-dark adventure suited for every mood.  Whether you’re looking