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Women’s Health Expo 2025 Offers Expert Advice on Women’s Health Topics 

Local women are invited to join a free day of empowerment, education, and connection at the 2025 Women’s Health Expo, taking place Thursday, October 2, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Hamp Williams Building, 510 Ouachita Avenue in downtown Hot Springs.  Co-hosted by the Hot Springs Women’s Leadership Alliance and led by Medical Director Dr. Mandy Rice of Direct Surgical Care, this event is designed to improve access

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Volunteers Needed For the 34th Annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival 

The 34th Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF), October 10 -18, is looking for volunteers for this year’s festival. A variety of roles are available, including: theater attendants, airport transportation drivers, selling concessions and merchandise, VIP Lounge attendants, box office sales, and more. The volunteers are generally on 4-hour shifts.   According to HSDFF Executive Director Ken Jacobson, “Our volunteers are the heart and soul of HSDFF. Not only could we

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Step Into the Spotlight at The Gala: Art Nouveau 

On Saturday, November 1, 2025, the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) transforms the historic Arlington Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom into a dazzling world of art, fashion, and performance for the second annual Gala: Art Nouveau.  This black-tie celebration blends the romance of Art Nouveau with modern creativity, featuring immersive installations, live performances, hands-on exhibits, and a red carpet welcome fit for Hollywood. Guests will also enjoy a curated silent auction showcasing

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A Golden Milestone: HS Concert Band Celebrates 50 Years 

The Hot Springs Concert Band proudly invites you to its 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert, recognizing half a century of musical excellence, local tradition, and shared history.  The extraordinary event will take place Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM in the Woodlands Auditorium in Hot Springs Village, featuring special performances by Dr. Craig Hamilton and Kallen Esperian.  Relish the opportunity to see Dr. Craig Hamilton, the esteemed former principal conductor

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Save the Date For the 56th Hot Springs Arts & Crafts Fair 

The Hot Springs Arts & Crafts Committee has organized all the details of the 2025 Fair: Back row (l-r) Marcia Albaugh, Christina Clement, Concession Chairman Jerry Oliver, Barb Bradstreet, Secretary Joyce Rice.  Front row (l-r) Advisor Alison Crane, Advertising Chairman Peggy Barnett, Chairman Jane Oliver, Treasurer Jo Spoerle, Merylann Black. Submitted photo.  The Hot Springs Arts and Crafts Fair Committee is busy preparing for the 56th Annual Hot Springs Arts

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Hammer and Stain: Where DIY Meets VIP 

Hammer & Stain Hot Springs Brings DIY Creativity and Custom Gifts to the Community  Hammer & Stain Hot Springs is making waves as the go-to destination for hands-on creativity, meaningful experiences, and one-of-a-kind personalized gifts. This locally owned DIY studio invites guests of all ages to roll up their sleeves and create custom wood signs, home décor, laser-engraved items, and more—no artistic experience required.  What sets Hammer & Stain apart

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Key Features and Services of a Medical Aesthetics Clinic 

Contact Lisa Arnold, RN-BSN, to set goals for a personalized plan.  Your Guide to GLOW Arkansas. When you hear ‘medical aesthetics,’ you might think of Botox, fillers, or fancy facials – but did you know a medical aesthetics clinic is so much more than just a place for cosmetic touch-ups? Medical aesthetics is the branch of medicine that focuses on non-surgical cosmetic treatments to enhance your natural beauty, soften signs

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John Archibald to Present Legend of Mayberry Springs at GC Library 

Journalist and publisher, John Archibald, shares his research about Mayberry Springs.  The Garland County Historical Society (GCHS) will present John Archibald’s program “Mayberry Springs As I Knew Her” at noon, Tuesday, September 16, at the Garland County Library, 1427 Malvern Avenue.   The Mayberry Springs Inn (near Crystal Springs, Arkansas, on HWY 270 West) was established well before the Civil War. Many legends have grown up about the property, which was

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Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Discounts All September 

The Power of the Card partner, Hot Springs Mountain Tower, will offer free tower admission throughout September to library cardholders.  By Erin Baber Formerly known as “Show Me Your Library Card,” the program, now called “Power of the Card,” celebrates National Library Card Sign-Up Month by connecting library users with discounts at participating businesses across central Arkansas.  Power of the Card has expanded to include the regions surrounding the Central Arkansas

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Stride into Your Older Years Confidently 

Physical activity can push back or speed up the inevitable health issues that arise from genetics and normal aging.   By Alison Crane “You are as old as you feel.” Have you ever been a little shocked when you remember how old you actually are? That is a good thing, because one study found that people who felt younger than their actual age essentially lived longer than those who felt older than

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Tarot – Mindset #8: Using the Tarot to Understand Patterns in Other People  

This month’s Mindset reflects positive patterns humans demonstrate. Photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle CrandellMajor Arcana cards Magician (card 1) through Hermit (card 9) represent patterns we encounter in others throughout our lives. Cards one through nine also reflect positive and negative patterns the Fool may develop through imitation. The Fool (card zero) represents you on your journey toward understanding and coping with other people. Positive patterns humans demonstrate include: 

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Live Music Every Saturday Night in September at The Den 

Saturday nights in September will feature local guitarist Tommy Stanco at The Den.  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.  Every Saturday night in September, The Den will enjoy live music from

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Bitty Martin’s New Novel Will Be Released in March 

(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

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Master Gardener Plant Sale and Garden Show 

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

Master Gardeners: Springtime is just around the Corner… 

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