April 3, 2026

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Cherry Blossom Festival Packed with Family Fun and Japanese Culture 

See the dramatic Soul of the Samurai sword performance led by Yoshi Amao.  The Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival will return to the Hot Springs Convention Center on Saturday, April 4, offering a full day of free, family-friendly activities, cultural performances, traditional displays, and interactive experiences celebrating Japanese culture.  Hosted by the Hot Springs National Park Sister City Foundation, the festival celebrates the 30-plus-year sister city relationship between Hot Springs and Hanamaki,

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Tune In to Static  

By Lana Pierce On Ouachita Avenue, a new business broadcasts its opening, creating a hum of excitement among locals and drawing visitors in with a unique perspective that feels long overdue. Introducing Static, a raw, vibrant mix of underground art, community engagement, and rock ‘n’ roll spirit. Static isn’t just a shop, it’s a frequency. It’s the kind of place you wander into and lose track of time, where every piece has a past, and every corner

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Yoga: Benefits of High Crescent Lunge & Warrior 2, aka Balance  

Karen Watson Reeves says we should try this pose – because it’s FUN! It’s a combination of High Crescent Lunge and Warrior 2. —photo by Fred Padilla.  By Karen Watson Reeves Sometimes things don’t turn out as one plans. I am definitely a planner. I can go with Plan B, but I typically really like Plan A. Last fall, I planned the entire 12 months of articles/poses for The Springs Magazine for 2026, knowing which yoga poses I was going to do

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Stay Happy at The Happy Hollow 

Happy Hollow sticker adapted from a vintage 1960s postcard.  The Happy Hollow, a beautifully restored 1950s-era motor court in the heart of downtown Hot Springs, welcomes visitors looking for the perfect blend of comfort, nostalgia, and adventure.  Offering a unique alternative to modern hotels, this mid-century hotel provides 18 versatile rooms designed to accommodate family groups of all sizes.   Ideally located for travelers of all kinds, the property places guests exactly where

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Master Gardeners: Am Better Away from You 

It’s best to mind your peas and ques when it comes to planting. Some plants are best kept apart, lest they bicker, pout, or stunt each other’s grand botanical ambitions.  By Sharon DentChemistry is everything in relationships. True for humans and for plants. Often, indifference is the situation. But sometimes it is love at first sight, or there can be violent clashes too. Making decisions about the layout of a garden can be

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Pocket Theatre’s Godspell Encourages Community  

Individual tickets for Pocket Theatre’s “Godspell” and season passes are on sale now.  We all wonder at some point where we belong, who “our” people are. The next main stage show at the Pocket Community Theatre (PCT), Godspell, invites audiences to explore community through the experiences of ordinary people called to a higher purpose. Godspell, conceived and originally directed by John-Michael Tebelak with music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, is the hit 1971 musical

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“Moku Playland”   Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City  Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs.  Hidden somewhere among the

A One-of-a-Kind Wooden Play Experience Arrives in Downtown Hot Springs 

Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families  Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue.  Open Thursday-Tuesday

World Championship Bathtub Races Set for June 6 

The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,

Yoga: Two Months at The Yoga Place 

Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue.  As we reflect