“City of the Arts” Gallery Walk Celebrates 35 years • 420 Consecutive Months August 2024 As Gallery Walk celebrates its 35th anniversary this month, our cover showcases just a fraction of the art that has contributed to this significant milestone. Over these 35 years, spanning 420 consecutive months, countless galleries, thousands of artists, and, as noted by our city leaders, millions of visitors have left their mark on our arts
Courtesy of Eden Davis, our July cover photo – “Needs Unseen: Not All Special Needs Are Visible” is a family photo taken at beautiful Whittington Park in downtown Hot Springs. From (l-r), meet Rhonda Adams (aka Grandma), Araya Adams, Joshua Adams, Zoey Bennett, and Eden Davis, (aka Mom). Advocacy for her autistic daughter, Zoey, has taken Eden on a journey to find and create resources for our special needs community.
A serendipitous encounter at the grand opening of the Hot Springs Music Trail brought about our June cover, marking yet another thrilling collaboration of talent and imagination. Sparked by a conversation with Erin Wood, proprietor of Et Alia Press and the distinguished author behind our Arkansas Books monthly feature, we came up with a cover theme for June. (Dive into page 4 of this edition to learn more about the
“Manèges” by Aaron Brewer In anticipation of the upcoming ballet “Midsummer Night’s Dream,” we teamed up with Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Company director, Edmond Cooper, who brought on board our local and very talented photographer, Aaron Brewer, to craft this captivating cover, titles “Manèges.” Nine dancers lent their artistry to the project. To identify them, moving clockwise – begin at the “N” in Springs: Anabel Flores, Claire Powell, Kylie
The Persimmon Fairy” by Faye Hedera Art Blooms Alongside Spring! This month, we revel in the beautiful union of art and nature in Hot Springs. Our cover star is “The Persimmon Fairy” by Faye Hedera, one of 20 breathtaking pieces chosen for the “Art Moves” exhibit along the scenic Hot Springs Greenway Trail. Immerse yourself in a 10-day celebration of art during “Arts & the Park!” This vibrant, family-friendly festival
“Rainbow over West Mountain” With sincere gratitude, we extend credit to Jeremey Rodgers for once again gracing us with a breathtaking photo. His lens skillfully captured a mesmerizing rainbow arching over the Valley of the Vapors from West Mountain. We’re truly fortunate to have Jeremey share such a captivating perspective with us. Richard Stephens’ layout deserves special mention as it brilliantly highlights the inherent beauty of the photo. And let’s
“A Story of the Majestic Hotel Fire” First and foremost, it is crucial to clarify that the featured firefighters pictured on the cover were not posing for photos during the Majestic fire incident! While some of them were actively involved in working the Majestic fire, this particular photo captures a different moment in time. We consider ourselves fortunate to have this image, as it serves as a representation of all
“Sunday Evening” Original Art by Rayshaun McNary • Cover Design by Trevor Tidwell The captivating cover art titled “Sunday Evening” was crafted by Rayshaun McNary and is a featured piece in The Birth of an Artist exhibition presented by Cutwell 4 Kids (C4K) on January 27. This local non-profit arts organization is dedicated to fostering and championing the unique self-awareness and growth of every child through artistic expression. When we
“Elf: The Musical” Photo by Charlie Devine • Layout by Richard StephensIn a heartwarming partnership with Pocket Community Theatre, The Springs Magazine is thrilled to present an exclusive cover photo for its December issue, featuring none other than the iconic duo, Santa and Elf, from the upcoming production of “Elf: The Musical.” Attendees of a recent fundraiser for Pocket Community Theatre were treated to a delightful sneak preview of “Elf.”
“Dancer Chloe Powell as The Christmas Angel”Photographer Aaron BrewerCourtesy of Edmond CooperCostume Designer Hanna Mills“The Nutcracker”Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Collaborating with Edmond Cooper on this cover for our November issue was delightful. He tapped into his photo files and came up with so many gorgeous photos, many photos taken by Aaron Brewer. We’d toss this one and that one for various reasons, then we’d come up with a favorite
You’ve been asking. We’ve been working on it. And now it’s ready for you… Inside our October 2023 issue, you’ll find the 16-page Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival Program. It is also available on our website for viewing and download. Visit www.thespringsmagazine.com, and use the drop-down for Digital Issues. OR click this link to the full issue https://anyflip.com/kuez/gzgn/, or the direct link to the festival program at https://anyflip.com/kuez/joud/. As we
The proverbial “we” all agreed that this photo of Eric Gales is perfect for our cover featuring the Big Steam Music Festival. He looks like he is having an absolutely amazing time playing the guitar. The passion and joy on his face are contagious. We can’t wait to hear him play live! Thank you to Magneto Guitars for contacting Fab Tranzer, the photographer, and getting permission to use the photo.
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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,
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
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
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
