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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, gallery owners, art lovers, visitors, and supportive businesses have shaped an arts community unlike any other. Through ice storms, incredible

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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 mat—and few postures represent that better than Dancer Pose (Natarajasana). This graceful standing balance combines strength, flexibility, focus, and confidence into one beautiful

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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 riders, and beginners alike.  This year’s Gudrun Festival is being moved to October 23 – 25, and the schedule of

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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 to unwind with a local pint or dance the night away, get ready to discover a city overflowing with after-dark

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Celebrate Hot Springs’ 150th Birthday at Gala Event Set for August 11 

Hot Springs declared a City – August 11, 1876.  Garland County students aged 18 and younger are being invited to help celebrate Hot Springs’ 150th birthday by entering an essay contest on their thoughts about the city’s future.  The author of the winning essay will receive a $150 cash prize courtesy of the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance and will be invited to read their winning entry at the Hot Springs 150th Birthday

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Bonuses for Bird Festival Passes Purchased by August 8 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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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About the Cover…

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