“Black Flower” by Irma McLeod Summer has officially arrived, and our July cover captures the spirit we were searching for—artsy, whimsical, a little mischievous, and just plain delightful. When we saw Black Flower by the talented Irma McLeod, we knew we’d found the perfect fit. This fabulous feline feels like it’s moments away from pouncing on some mysterious garden surprise. Curious? We are, too! We invite you to embrace the
Karen Watson Reeves demonstrates three variations of Crocodile Pose. Photos by Lynn Janaskie. By Karen Watson Reeves[Contributor’s note: 2025 is the year we celebrate 12 years as The Yoga Place, and this calendar year, the setting for each month’s pose will be a business in our town that has exhibited “stay power.”] To my knowledge, there is no alligator pose in yoga, but there is a crocodile pose (with lots
Akasha Bey offers premium perinatal and feminine wellness services, including spiritual consulting, womb energy work, yoni steaming, traditional waist bead adorning, and artisanal holistic products. Akasha Bey, an advanced holistic health minister and midwife, was raised by spiritually gifted matriarchs. She observed how, though most of them identified as “religious,” their customs and practices were deeply interwoven in rich cultural traditions. This upbringing revealed the inherent connection between ancestral wisdom,
The annual free public Independence Day fireworks display on Lake Hamilton will be held Friday, July 4, at dark. The fireworks will be launched from the middle of Lake Hamilton from barges located on the east side of Highway 7 at the first Highway 7 bridge opposite the Doubletree Hot Springs. The display will be synced with music on radio station 97.5 FM US97 Country. In case of rain, the
Hot Springs will host 18 teams at the Majestic Park baseball complex. Tickets are on sale now for the Babe Ruth League World Series scheduled for early August at Hot Springs’ Majestic Park baseball complex. “This is an extraordinary event for Hot Springs, and we encourage everyone to get their tickets early,” Majestic Park General Manager Derek Phillips said. “We’ll have tournament passes as well as daily admission tickets available
Susan Whittaker, loving mother to Robin (Dunkel) January (l), and Chris Dunkel (r). Stubby’s has been part of The Springs Magazine family since our very beginning, and we were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of their beloved mother, Susan Whittaker. Our hearts go out to the family—we’re holding you in our thoughts and sending love during this difficult time.
The South Hot Springs Lions Club is holding its semi-annual Gun and Knife Show on Saturday and Sunday, July 19 and 20. They have held this show every January and July since 1985. The show uses 100% of the profits to support 20 different charities in Arkansas and to supply glasses to those in need in the Hot Springs area and other countries. The show is held at the Hot
Boomers found solace in Robert Crumb’s Zap Comix. By David Malcolm Rose Crystal Bridges features a long wall of large, simplistic canvases. Every museum that touches on Modern Art has a similar collection. Color field paintings by Clyfford Still and Mark Rothko are a must. One of Barnett Newman’s stripes, Stella’s geometric patterns, Gottliebe’s floating shapes, a thinly stained, and a blank canvas usually round out the field. These paintings date
With good prevention and treatment, another bug bites the dust! By Dr. Ruchit Rana Summer brings more time outdoors—and with it, the usual parade of bug bites. Most bites from mosquitoes, ticks, and other insects only cause some itching and redness, but for people who are more sensitive, the reactions can be much more uncomfortable. The itch and swelling happen because the immune system reacts to proteins in the insect’s saliva
When it comes to costume and set design, Jeanine Girello is the go-to wizard for students and instructors. By Lana Pierce “What a costume designer does is a cross between magic and camouflage.” Edith Head, epic Hollywood designer, should have tried that on a shoestring budget, just like high school teachers must do. And though Edith might be a well-worn name among dramaphiles, the work behind the scenes at the high
Our 6 1/2-year-old entrepreneur, Ellie, is quite adept at extracting honey from her grandfather’s bee hives. By Lana Pierce I’ve interviewed many children over the decades, but none quite like Ellie. Her story is, of course, her story. But her theme belongs to the child in all of us: having one thing we like to do that, maybe, not everybody will understand. It was in one small question—and her exquisitely honest
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. The last of this FREE 3-part series will be held on Saturday, July 26, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, at the Train Trestle along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail. Save the date to join the fun. Come dip a net with Trails
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“Brady Roseberry” Featured at the Big Steam & Roots Music Festival Photography by Jay Hiatt FIRST – Check out the Gallery Walk $250 Gift Card Giveaway on Pg. 4! Hello, Hot Springs! As we lean into the autumn equinox, we’re celebrating with a burst of blues, hometown pride, and one seriously striking cover. This month features
By Jennifer Case By Erin Wood The Carework Project: Reckoning with Love, Labor, and the Living World is the third book by Conway resident and University of Central Arkansas creative writing professor Jennifer Case, released last month from Trinity University Press. Combining elements of memoir, collage, interview, research, and cultural reflection, The Carework Project probes what care
Can you find this mural in downtown Hot Springs? Text a selfie in front of it to receive a free drop-in at The Yoga Place for any class in September. 501-651-0545. Photo by Missy Conry. By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens In yoga, balance is about more than simply standing on one
The transition into autumn signals the busy back-to-school shopping season. As autumn approaches, style is taking a richer turn, and The Velvet Attic Boutique is bringing the season’s changing look to downtown Hot Springs. Their curated autumn lineup mixes seasonal colors, balances rich textures and versatile layers, and features transition-ready
