April 3, 2026

On Top

Recent Stories

About the Cover . . .  

April 3, 2026

“Mystical Mayhem”   Photo of Emilie Boyett by Photographer Pam Clark Courtesy of Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance, taken at Arts & The Park 2025  A huge thankyou to Pam Clark for spotting and capturing that fantastic photo of Emilie Boyett in full Mystical Mayhem glory.  It’s vibrant, imaginative, and perfectly reflects the spirit of Arts & The Park and its celebration of creativity. Emilie looks like she’s having the time of her life, spreading joy

Read More »

Coming Soon! Peter Pan Performance by Children’s Dance Theatre Company 

April 3, 2026

Last year’s cast of Peter Pan ballet brought a bit of Neverland magic to the stage.  Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Company invites you to take flight to exotic lands with a full-length ballet production of Peter Pan. Based on J.M. Barrie’s famous tale of the boy who wouldn’t grow up, this brilliant story takes audiences on a high-flying adventure to Neverland.  There, Peter Pan, Wendy, John, and Michael encounter pirates, the Lost Boys, Captain

Read More »

TAROT: The Lessons of the Fives in 2026 

April 3, 2026

Michelle Crandell explores Tarot in 2026. Fives represent obstacles encountered when you attempt to actualize dreams and desires. —photo by Steve Bonner.   By Michelle Crandell 2026 begins with endings (tens) and ends with beginnings (ones). Fives are the midpoint. Fives represent obstacles encountered when you attempt to actualize dreams and desires.  At TEN: Reflect upon how you handled challenges, “the fives” presented along the way.  At ONE: Anticipate obstacles. Problem-solve; avoid, or accept them as part of the journey.  FIVES: Situations you did not create, not under

Read More »

Supporting Bees Has a Wide Impact 

April 3, 2026

Spring is a great time to take an interest in learning more about supporting native bees and honeybees in your area.   By Alison Crane The connection between bees and biodiversity and ecosystem health is a common theme among environmentalists. Bees pollinate about one-third of the world’s food crops. They indirectly aid in absorbing carbon dioxide by supporting the reproduction of plants and trees. Declining bee populations serve as a warning sign of broader

Read More »

Cameo Blue  

April 3, 2026

Fayetteville resident Carolyn Guinzio is this year’s recipient of Arkansas’s most lucrative and prestigious literary award, The Porter Prize, accompanied by $5,000. Guinzio is author of eight poetry collections (including, most recently, Cameo Blue), and her work has appeared in The New Yorker, Poetry, and The Nation. Guinzio was nominated by 2003 Porter Fund Literary Prize recipient and Little Rock resident Kevin Brockmeier.    The Porter Fund Literary Prize is presented annually to an Arkansas writer who has accomplished a substantial and

Read More »

Local Businesses Honored by Arkansas-Asia Business Council 

April 3, 2026

Beth Wild accepts AABC’s first runner-up business award from Longhua Xu (l) and Jayesh Ramnani (r). Courtesy: Arkansas-Asia Business Council  Hot Springs was the epicenter for Arkansas’s evolving international business landscape when the Arkansas Association of Asian Businesses announced its transition to the Arkansas-Asia Business Council (AABC) during its annual “East Meets West of Arkansas” Lunar New Year Luncheon at the DoubleTree Hotel.  “We announced this milestone here because this city has always

Read More »

Hot Springs’ Newest Hotspot is Taking the Town by Storm 

April 3, 2026

And the sipping is good at 421 Beer Garden.  Inspired by classic European beer halls, 421 Beer Garden, located at 421 Broadway Street, offers outdoor seating, communal tables, and a relaxed setting where friends and families can gather to eat, drink, and enjoy great company.  An explosion of craft beer awaits, featuring an inspired mix of imported favorites and standout local brews. With 20 rotating taps pouring some of the finest draught beer

Read More »

Arkansas Historic Preservation Program Announces “Preserve Our Past” Art and Essay Contest 

April 3, 2026

The AHPP “Preserve Our Past” competition is open to all Arkansas students in the 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, including those in public, private, and homeschool settings.    The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program (AHPP) is accepting submissions for the 2026 “Preserve Our Past” Art & Essay Contest. This annual contest invites Arkansas students in grades five through eight to explore the state’s rich architectural and cultural history through creative expression.  The

Read More »

2026 Arkansas Living Treasure Award goes to Fiddler, Tim Trawick 

April 3, 2026

Tim Trawick has been a staple in Central Arkansas for the fiddle community and has taught nationally recognized and award-winning fiddlers.  Trawick grew up playing music with his father, who won the Arkansas Old Time State Fiddle Championship in 1979. He is a third-generation Arkansas fiddle player and continued the craft by teaching his sons, along with hundreds of fiddle players statewide and regionally.  Beyond teaching, Trawick has performed fiddle statewide and

Read More »

AMP’D UP: Awareness Changes Everything 

April 3, 2026

Limb loss changed my body. Awareness changed my purpose.  By Rick Bontkowski The room is quiet except for the soft mechanical rhythm of a prosthetic foot meeting the floor. Step. Pause. Step again. For many amputees, that sound marks the beginning of a completely new life.  April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, and for the past several years, I’ve used this space in The Springs Magazine to highlight remarkable people in the amputee

Read More »

Shop Local at The Velvet Attic Boutique 

April 3, 2026

Annie Smith and Melodi Cone, the girls of The Velvet Attic.  The Velvet Attic Boutique is owned by Annie Smith and Melodi Cone, two local entrepreneurs who have a shared love for unique, eclectic style, creativity, and community.  What began as an idea between friends has grown into a thoughtfully curated boutique offering distinctive pieces not commonly found elsewhere.  As a women-owned small business rooted in the heart of Hot Springs,

Read More »

✨ April’s Cosmic Green Light: A Month to Move and Manifest 

April 3, 2026

By Chana Prince April’s Cosmic Green Light: A Month to Move and Manifest  Greetings Fellow Travelers,   April brings powerful lunar energy, with a Full Moon on April 1 and a New Moon on April 17—guiding a cycle of release and fresh beginnings. Fueled by Aries drive and Taurus stability, this is one of the best months of the year for purposeful, productive action aligned with long-term goals.  A key theme is

Read More »

Social Media

Facebook-f Instagram Twitter

New From Animag

Get The Latest Updates

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

No spam, notifications only about Arts, Entertainment & Wellness In Hot Springs, AR.

Categories

On Trend

Most Popular Stories

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

Thriving Under Pressure:  Arkansas Diamonds Manager Lauren Hatten Discusses the Team’s Success and Goals  By Lana Pierce Fans (and future fans) of the Arkansas Diamonds: Tune in! Arkansas’s best indoor arena football team, established in Hot Springs as the “Wiseguys” before expanding this year, the Arkansas Diamonds are bringing back the hard-hitting entertainment. The sport’s

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