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Stellar Films to Screen At the 10th Annual HS International Women’s Film Festival 

Tickets are on sale now for the Hot Springs International Women’s Film Festival.  The 10th Annual Hot Springs International Women’s Film Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 28 – 29, at Vapors Live, 315 Park Avenue in historic downtown Hot Springs National Park. Come and celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in film from around the globe.   This year, attendees have much to anticipate – a chance to view

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Embrace Summer from Your Perfect Base: Happy Hollow! 

The Happy Hollow offers unique amenities – a bike repair station and a crystal washing basin.  Summer is calling, and Happy Hollow is your gateway to an unforgettable Hot Springs adventure. Once a charming art deco motor court, the Happy Hollow has been transformed into a modern oasis offering fresh, non-smoking rooms, complimentary guest parking, and a welcoming atmosphere for your pets – no fees, no hassle.  Adventure Awaits!  Right

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Unlocking the Secret to GLOWing Skin: PRP vs. PRF 

Contact Lisa Arnold, RN-BSN, to set goals for a personalized plan.  If you’ve ever wished for radiant skin without the need for heavy makeup or invasive procedures, a new generation of natural treatments may be just what your skin needs. You may have heard your favorite celebrity rave about the “vampire facial,” but what exactly are these treatments, and how do they work?  PRP, or Platelet-Rich Plasma, is derived from

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Beat the Summer Heat with Cool Library Programs 

GCL staff member, Courtney, preps materials for an upcoming library program.  By Erin Baber Summer is here, and that means one thing at the Garland County Library – it’s time for the annual Summer Reading Program (SRP)! The SRP begins on Saturday, May 31, with a huge kickoff party with games, food, activities, prizes, and pure joy. Everyone is welcome to celebrate the beginning of summer reading at the Garland County

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Beat Summer’s “Silent Killer” 

High temperatures and heat-related issues make heat the biggest summertime weather hazard.  By Alison Crane As the temperature rises, so does the need to take precautions and prevent heat-related problems. Unlike floods and tornadoes, the deadly damage caused by heat is often unrecognized because of its silent nature. High temperatures and heat-related issues make heat the biggest summertime weather hazard.  The human body has a built-in system for maintaining temperature. Varying

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Tarot Mindset #5: Reading Tarot Using Dream Interpretation Guidelines 

By Michelle Crandell Dreams are a bridge between inner and outer worlds. So are Tarot readings. When reading for yourself, the “rules” used to interpret dreams can be applied to individual Tarot cards, a single reading, or readings for the same person over time. Some suggestions:  Michelle Crandell provides individual Tarot readings for a fee. Once a year, she teaches LEARN TO READ TAROT. Call if interested in her next class.

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Chill Out and Light Up at The Den 

The Den offers a comfortable and engaging atmosphere, perfect for gathering with friends on Friday and Saturday evenings.  Cigar enthusiasts, get ready to relax and unwind at The Den, a brand-new cigar lounge now open behind Churchill’s Fine Cigars at 633 East Grand Avenue. This inviting space offers a comfortable and engaging atmosphere, perfect for gathering with friends on Friday and Saturday evenings.  Churchill’s Fine Cigars has found its permanent

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GC Library’s Bookmobile Provides Several Convenient Services 

Did you know that the Garland County Library has a bookmobile named Donna?   Items and services provided by Donna the Bookmobile include:   The library folks say, “This new service is staffed by a friendly, warm-blooded human.” Donna is equipped with a wheelchair-accessible lift.  Visit www.gclibrary.com/bookmobile to view the current schedule, which includes monthly stops at Artfully Baked and Brewed, Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market, Garland County Senior Center, and

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AMP’D UP211: Breaking Barriers, Building Pride: The Jamie Gane Story 

Jamie Gane – Living proof that purpose wins. Photo courtesy of Jamie Gane.  By Rick BontkowskiAs Pride Month celebrates identity, resilience, and the right to live authentically, it’s an honor to highlight someone who embodies all three: Jamie Gane. A below-the-knee amputee, international athlete, and passionate LGBTQ+ advocate, Jamie’s story is a powerful reminder that adversity can be a launching pad for purpose.  Diagnosed at age 12 with severe plantar

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About the Cover . . .  “ARKANSAS DIAMONDS” Photographer – Jeremy Rodgers 

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Yoga: Benefits of Mermaid Pose 

Can you tell where this mural is located? The First person to snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545 will receive a free drop-in class! Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens Yoga offers countless opportunities to build strength, improve flexibility, and create

Happy 150th Birthday, Hot Springs!  

Each person attending the birthday gala will receive this special commemorative coin.  Hot Springs’ 150th birthday gala will be held August 11 in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Funds generated by the celebration will be given to the Garland County Historical Society.  “Although our city’s history goes back hundreds of years

Melissa Carper Will Open Inaugural Birding Festival of the South 

Singer Melissa Carper. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Melissa Carper, the nationally acclaimed country singer with deep ties to Arkansas and a profound commitment to nature, will open the inaugural Birding Festival of the South Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, with a concert October 8 on Bridge Street in downtown Hot