Garlic – is it an herb, a spice, a root vegetable, or even a flower? Grow it and you’ll get to decide! By Lynn Janaskie One of my favorite plants to grow is hardneck garlic. Garlic has been called an herb, a spice, and a root vegetable. The herb part of it is the leaves, while the spices come from the roots, bark, and seeds. But garlic also has characteristics of being
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 through August, your child can dive into everything from space exploration to animation. Don’t wait too long—spaces fill up fast, so register now and get ready for an unforgettable summer! For more information or to register, visit
By Peggy LindseyVulnerability is part of the human experience. As much as we would prefer to stay immune to the pains of everyday life, we cannot escape the challenges of being human. If we are honest, most of us run and hide when we see pain on the horizon. But that strategy — to banish or suppress pain — has never worked nor ever will. Wounds, especially those we cannot
The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) is excited to announce the next Quarterly Networking Meeting scheduled for Monday, July 28, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at The Club House, 118 Arbor St. Quarterly Networking Meetings, hosted by HSACA, serve as an opportunity for members of the art-loving community to gather, network, discuss upcoming events and opportunities, as well as create new contacts. These meetings allow area artists, art-based
For those seeking a youthful and refreshed appearance without the need for surgery, hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers stand out as a highly versatile and transformative option. Whether your goal is to smooth fine lines, restore lost volume, or enhance your natural features, HA fillers provide a safe and effective solution with minimal downtime, delivering beautiful, natural-looking results. What Can Fillers Treat? HA fillers are incredibly versatile and can address
Public Services Coordinator, Winter, smiles while showing some library swag bags. By Erin Baber Paper books vs. Ereaders – who cares as long as you’re reading! And with your Garland County Library (GCL) card, you can read what you want, how you want, and when you want – all for FREE! Borrow print books from the Library or download eBooks from Libby and Hoopla, the Library’s free digital book platforms. Libby
Try blueberries in yogurt, fruit salad, or any salad; on waffles, pancakes, and cereal; in muffins, cookies, cakes, and pies; in smoothies or beverages; or just rinse and enjoy munching. By Alison Crane July is here, and along with the celebration of Independence Day, we observe National Blueberry Month. Blueberries are tasty, healthy, and incredibly versatile. You can enjoy them at any time of day, from an early breakfast to a
These three cards would have different meanings in a Past – Present – Future spread vs. a Mind – Body – Spirit spread. Meanings also vary based on the question asked of the cards. By Michelle Crandell “How is a bird like a shoe?” “How is a pot like an angel?” “List seven uses for a brick.” The process of coming up with responses to these prompts is called divergent thinking.
Hot Springs’ Big Steam Blues and Roots Music Festival and the Hot Springs Food Truck Festival have joined forces to deliver a weekend of great music and great food, September 26 – 27. “The collaboration is all about bringing people together over great music and even better food,” the organizers said in announcing the joint event. “It will be The Ultimate Blues and Bites Weekend.” The music festival headliners will
Are you a mid-career Arkansas artist looking for financial support and mentorship for your work? If so, head to Mid-America Arts Alliance (maaa.org) to learn more about the Catalyze Grant, which annually awards $10,000 practice-based fellowships to support the creative work of 25 artists with partnership from the Windgate Foundation. The 2025 grantees have just been announced, and applications open for 2026 in January. “Catalyze is built on the belief
Freedom Reclaimed: Earl Granville’s Journey from Combat to Community Earl Granville. True strength isn’t the leg you stand on—it’s the weight you carry for others. Photo-Joseph Kelley Photography By Rick Bontkowski As fireworks light up the sky this Fourth of July, many of us pause to reflect on freedom, what it costs, and what it means. For combat veteran and amputee Earl Granville, freedom has taken on a deeper, more personal
The Arkansas Arts Council is accepting online entries from Arkansas artists through July 25, for SMALL WORKS ON PAPER, a juried traveling art show. The Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of Arkansas Heritage, is currently accepting entries for the 2026 Small Works on Paper juried art exhibition. Small Works on Paper is a competitive art exhibition featuring artwork no larger than 18 x 24 inches that has been completed within the last
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(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
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
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
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
