“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 balls is a special surprise: a uniquely shaped “chicken” ball that children and families love trying to spot during their
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 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Moku Playland is an interactive wooden play experience featuring handcrafted play structures, imaginative activity
Fans get with it as a member of the Manhattan band joins the crowd for fun in an earlier Bridge Street LIVE performance. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs Hot times in the downtown this June when Hot Springs’ tremendously popular series of free public Bridge Street LIVE concerts returns for the sixth year. The concerts, which are held each Thursday evening in June in the Bridge Street Entertainment District —
By David Malcolm Rose When I moved to Arkansas, well over 50 years ago, my knowledge of the South was primarily derived from watching the Andy Griffith show. There were some differences between the show and reality, but for me, the transition was fairly easy. At that time, Southern culture was, even in urban areas, rural culture, and I was brought up country. Once clearing the language barrier, it was relatively smooth sailing. It delighted me
Tickets on sale now for the Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s production of the Fats Waller musical show, Ain’t Misbehavin’. Tickets are now on sale for Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Fat Waller Musical Show, and the second production in The Rep’s 2026 Golden SummerStage season. The production will run June 16 – 28. Performances will be held at 601 Main Street, Little Rock, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.; Fridays at 8:00 p.m.; Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. Tickets
Max is ready for his close-up shot. Pawsome Pictures offers high-quality pet photography in Hot Springs and the surrounding areas. Photographer and owner, Peter Bean, is excited to capture lasting memories of your pet, no matter the species. All animals are welcome, whether they run, crawl, fly, gallop, or slither. Specializing in dogs, cats, and exotic species such as reptiles, scorpions, and spiders, Pawsome Pictures strives to capture natural images in picturesque surroundings,
HAPPY HAIKU MEMBERS INVITE YOU TO JOIN THEM. Pictured at a recent meeting are a few members of The Haiku Society of Hot Springs.Back row: Robert Carter, Bill Sayles, Charles B. Hunt, and Howard Lee Kilby. Front row: Maxine Dickerson, Judy Corwin. “Let’s hope Henry Martyn Robert (1837-1923) will not be rolling over in his grave. He originated the Robert’s Rules of Order. But if he is, I hope he will have
PRIDE Hot Springs includes a walk down Central Avenue and a festival to follow. Emergent Arts is proud to present the 8th annual PRIDE Hot Springs Walk and the second annual PRIDE Hot Springs Festival! Festivities will take place in downtown Hot Springs on June 27, starting on Exchange Street at 3:30 p.m. with the walk beginning promptly at 4:00. The parade will move down Central Avenue, turning onto Prospect Avenue, and
By Erin Wood If you have a kiddo, you won’t want to miss sign-ups for summer reading at the Garland County Library, June 10 – July 31! The Summer Reading program is open to children ages 1-18. There is no deadline to sign up, but it’s best to sign up before June 10 so you don’t miss out on logging your reading hours to win amazing prizes. Participants can visit the
Mayan Dryden and Zack Dryden. Potters cross their arms because idle hands make… more pottery. And they’re already out of shelf space. Mayan, Jennifer, & Zack. The guy behind the scenes. Photographer…Jeremy Rodgers Dryden Pottery, a cornerstone of American ceramic arts and a local “hidden gem,” is proud to announce its 80th anniversary this April 2026. Nestled in the quiet community of Whittington Valley—just off the beaten path from the bustling Bathhouse Row—Dryden Pottery has reached an
By David Malcolm Rose It winds from Chicago to LA, more than 2,000 miles all the way, and this year is the 100th birthday of Route 66. It’s often referred to as the Main Street of America, the Mother Road, and is, without a doubt, the most fabled highway in this country. From Steinbeck’s Okies to Bobby Troup’s song to the 1960s TV show, no road has captured the American imagination like 66. Dorothea Lange photographed
Cast of Ripcord: Back row: Andre Mouton, Bai Mros, Bekah Wilson, Carl Rayburn. Front row: Steve Mitchell (Assistant Director), Grace Clowers, Laurel Tiffin, Michelle Crandell, Doug Morris, Sean Blakley. If you want to participate in an exceptional theatre experience, Pocket Community Theatre is the place to go. Located at 170 Ravine Street in Hot Springs, this little gem of a playhouse welcomes both new and returning patrons to live performances of popular musicals, comedies,
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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
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
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,
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
