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Bonuses for Bird Festival Passes Purchased by August 8 

August 19, 2026

Tommy Siegel and Billy Libby of Extremely Accurate Bird Songs; Derek and Ryan Sallmann of Badgerland Birding. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Two world-touring musicians, Tommy Siegel and Billy Libby, who have vowed to write a song about every living species of bird, and two brothers, Derek and Ryan Sallmann, dedicated to making birding accessible to every level of experience, have been added to the growing lineup of experts and entertainers who

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Exciting 9th Annual Baseball Weekend Planned 

August 19, 2026

Baseball Weekend events are free and open to the public.  Six baseball legends, including three Hall of Famers, will be in town August 7 – 8 as the Ninth Annual Hot Springs Baseball Weekend celebrates the Spa City’s history as The Birthplace of Major League Baseball Spring Training.  “We’re bringing in some favorite guests from previous Baseball Weekends and a couple of Hall of Famers who’ll be making their first visit,”

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Late‑Summer to Early‑Fall: A Curated Shift into Rich Colors and Cozy Textures 

August 19, 2026

As the seasons begin to change, wardrobes are shifting toward a fun mix of late-summer, game-day, and early fall styles. Football season is almost here, and whether you’re headed to the stadium, a tailgate, or watching the game with friends, look for bright statement pieces like rhinestone football purses, game-day outfits, and spirited team accessories that let you cheer on the Razorbacks in style.  As we transition into fall and deal

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TAROT: Choosing a Tarot Reader 

August 19, 2026

Michelle Crandell gives Tarot readings at private parties in character as Madame Zara.  By Michelle Crandell Receiving a Tarot reading can be a very intimate experience, even when the reading takes place in public, like at a party or a Renaissance Festival.  Some seekers regularly consult the same Tarot reader. They often form a special bond, similar to the way clients in therapy connect with one counselor instead of another.  Other

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August 2026 

August 19, 2026

Crossing the Sacred Threshold  By Chana Prince Greetings, Fellow Travelers,  The Full Sturgeon Moon August 27th rises in mystical Pisces alongside a powerful Lunar Eclipse, creating one of the most emotionally and spiritually transformative moments of the year. Full Moons illuminate what has come full circle, while eclipses accelerate destiny, clearing away what no longer belongs so something more aligned can emerge.  Pisces invites us to trust our intuition, soften our hearts, and

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A Rude Awakening 

August 19, 2026

By David Rose It was 1959, God was in his heaven, Ike was in the White House, and I was ensconced in front of the TV set. It was a simpler time. The television before me was black and white, and so was the world outside. Good and evil were clearly defined, and nowhere was the line between the two more evident than in Big Time Wrestling.   My heroes were good guys like

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Sweeney Todd Will Hold Theatre-Goers Spellbound 

August 19, 2026

Sweeney Todd has become a worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony Awards (including Best Musical) for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed, and delighted audiences across the world.  An infamous nineteenth-century tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads

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The Forgotten Ones of Hot Springs’ Park Hill Cemetery 

August 19, 2026

A Look at Arkansas’ First Corporately-Owned Black Cemetery  By Lana Pierce What happens when a cemetery dies?   Cemeteries are dreamed and designed with intent—that those who come after us will someday browse hillsides dotted with markers where loved ones are commemorated in careful epitaphs. We design these cemeteries to outlive us.  Park Hill Cemetery in Hot Springs, its six acres carefully cultivated over 100 years ago, is unrecognizable and unremembered today. But there is

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To Have a Yard or Not to Have a Yard: That is the Question? 

August 19, 2026

Kathy Weaver’s outdoor Zen den. Photos by Bea Cheesman  By Kathy Weaver After moving back to Arkansas as a retiree, I entered a new crossroads where I chose the road less traveled to no longer be a homeowner. There were a lot of pros and cons with this decision. I have always loved working in the yard. From my first childhood zinnia and marigold garden to mowing and raking leaves, how would I

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Expedition Dinosaur Leaves Science Museum August 16 

August 19, 2026

One last chance to visit “Expedition Dinosaur” at MASM.  At Mid-America Science Museum (MASM), 500 Mid America Boulevard, your last chance to excavate, examine, and explore the dinosaur exhibit will be August 16.  Don’t miss the opportunity to step into the prehistoric world of Expedition: Dinosaur, an interactive exhibit presented by Stage 9 Exhibits.   Encounter towering animatronic dinosaurs and discover how scientists uncover Earth’s prehistoric past through hands-on activities. Walk alongside Stegosaurus,

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25 Arkansas Artists Awarded $10,000 Fellowships 

August 19, 2026

Congratulations to Hot Springs artist Jeri Hillis.  Twenty-five artists in Central Arkansas and the Arkansas Delta have each been awarded $10,000 practice-based fellowships to support their creative work through the Catalyze™ fellowship, a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA).  Catalyze combines unrestricted funding with cohort-based professional development and mentorship, supporting artists at critical moments in their practice.  Through a competitive application process, the award recipients represent artists and cultural workers working in a wide

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The Local Art Entity Returns to Gallery Walk 

August 19, 2026

Stop in at The Club House during Gallery Walk Friday, August 7.  The Local Art Entity is excited to announce its return to Downtown Hot Springs Gallery Walk with Pop-Up Art Markets and Seasonal Art Exhibitions hosted at The Club House Hot Springs, 118 Arbor Street.  Visitors can enjoy a curated market of local makers, artisans, and creatives as well as rotating exhibitions. The monthly events are designed to celebrate Hot Springs’ growing arts community while creating opportunities for

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August brings a special kind of cheer to our quirky little town, as we celebrate two remarkable milestones: the City of Hot Springs’ 150th birthday and the 37th birthday of Gallery Walk. Together, they mark generations of creativity, community spirit, and the enduring belief that art belongs to everyone.  For 37 years, our artists,

Yoga: Finding Balance Through Dancer Pose  

Can you find this mural? Text us a selfie with it in the month of August and receive a free drop-in! 501-651-0545. Hint: Donuts on Park Avenue. Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensYoga is often described as the practice of finding balance—both on and off the

Save the Date: Gudrun Mountain Bike Festival   

Registration is now open for the Eighth Annual Gudrun Mountain Bike Festival on Hot Springs’ acclaimed Northwoods Trails. The mountain bike extravaganza annually attracts hundreds of bikers of all abilities to Northwoods, which has been voted the No. 1 trail system in Arkansas six times. There are events geared for professionals, novice

Vibrant Nightlife in The Spa City 

When the sun dips below the Ouachita Mountains, Hot Springs reveals a vibrant and surprisingly diverse nightlife scene waiting to be explored. From cozy dive bars and bustling craft breweries to cocktail lounges and venues pulsing with live music, there’s an after-dark adventure suited for every mood.  Whether you’re looking