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Spa City Classic: Indoor Pickleball 

July 8, 2026

Get ready to dink, drive, and dominate! The 2026 Spa City Classic Pickleball Tournament is heading to Hot Springs from July 30 – August 2, 2026, at Bank OZK Arena, 134 Convention Blvd.  Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a rising star, this premier event offers thrilling competition, a fantastic atmosphere, and the chance to test your skills against players from across the region. Join the fun in the “Spa City” for an unforgettable weekend

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Creek Hopping Hot Springs 

July 8, 2026

3 Part Series–Ends in July – 10AM-Noon  Did you know that fish, amphibians, and reptiles tell us a lot about how healthy our water is? Some species are even considered Biological Indicators of healthy waterways.   This last of this FREE three-part series will be held on Saturday, July 25, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, at the Train Trestle along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail.  Come dip a net with Trails

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Master Gardeners: Gloriosa Daisy 

July 8, 2026

If you’re looking for a deer-resistant plant, give Gloriosa Daisy a try.  By Diann Arington  Gloriosa daisy, Rudbeckia hirta, is a native plant. I want to share some things I’ve learned from this beauty! They grow from 12-36” tall with a clumping but upright habit and have a coarse texture. The blooms began showing up in early June. I’m told they will bloom June through September with the right conditions. They should be spaced about 1foot apart, and

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MASM CEO Diane LaFollette Announces Retirement 

July 8, 2026

Diane LaFollette will retire after 13 years at the helm of Mid-America Science Museum.  Diane LaFollette has announced her retirement as CEO of Mid-America Science Museum after 13 years leading the institution. Her retirement will take effect Oct. 2, and the museum’s board of directors will begin a formal search for her successor.  LaFollette joined Mid-America Science Museum in 2013 and oversaw a period of expansion and growth for the museum, including

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The Freedom to Choose Again 

July 8, 2026

By Peggy Lindsey Our souls know we are free and always will be. However, when we were young, we were taught that we were subject to the influences of others . . . their opinions, ideas, and judgments. We ignored our own inner feelings in the attempt to satisfy others and avoid punishment. But many are now reconnecting with their inner guidance, trusting more their own feelings, and giving themselves permission to exercise

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Submit Your Proposals for Hot Springs Poetry Festival 

July 8, 2026

The Hot Springs Poetry Festival returns November 1–8, bringing a week of free literary arts programming to Hot Springs. Organizers are accepting submissions, proposals, and applications from poets, workshop leaders, volunteers, vendors, sponsors, and community partners.   Founded in 2025, the Hot Springs Poetry Fest is a literary arts initiative dedicated to elevating Arkansas arts and artists while celebrating the unique literary legacy and traditions of the Natural State.   The festival

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Historic Malco Theatre Announces Expansive July Schedule Featuring Nightly Magic and Special Guest Performances 

July 8, 2026

Illusionist Jonathan Erlandson holds audiences spellbound with his magic. July features two exclusive one-night only guest performances. Photography…Daniel Nansel  The Historic Malco Theatre is turning up the heat this summer with an action-packed July. Headlining the month is Arkansas’ Premier Magic & Illusion Show, starring illusionist Jonathan Erlandson.  Pushing the boundaries of reality, this high-voltage spectacle, which includes illusion, sleight of hand, mind-reading, impossible stunts, and guest aerial acrobats, will

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Brad Ryan & Grandma Joy Check Off Hot Springs National Park on Their Journey 

July 8, 2026

These world-renowned national park travelers will visit Hot Springs National Park!  Author Brad Ryan and his grandmother, Grandma Joy, will appear at Emporium Bookstore at Lamar Bath House in Hot Springs on July 9, from 1:00–3:00 PM, to celebrate the release of Ryan’s new Simon & Schuster memoir, Grandma Joy and Me: A Journey of Healing, One National Park at a Time.  Their story began when Grandma Joy, then 85, revealed that

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Learn About Leaving a Legacy to Your Favorite Non-Profit 

July 8, 2026

Ashley Coldiron.  The Garland County Historical Society (in association with the Garland County Library) will present “Smart Charitable Giving” on Tuesday, July 28, at 1 PM at the Garland County Library, at 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs. People can attend in person or can view the program virtually on Facebook: Garland County Library or YouTube: Garland Co Library.  If you’re curious about or interested in leaving a legacy, at this program you can learn about the current ins and outs of

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Summer Continues to Thrive at The Garland County Library 

July 8, 2026

Children’s Librarian Katie Allen and friends enjoying summer fun at the Foam Party at the Garland County Library.  By Annie Gerber JULY HIGHLIGHTS  Yoga Club – WED | July 1 | 10 AM – Yoga club kicks off at GCL  Bingo for Books – WED | July 1 | 1 PM  Kids Foam Party – FRI | July 10 | 10 AM  The Oddity Exchange: Adult Show & Tell – SUN | July 12 | 3

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Raise the Glass – Bacchus Bash 

July 8, 2026

Join Friends of Hot Springs National Park in celebration of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine and the arts, by raising your glass to help ‘raise the glass’ for the Maurice Bathhouse. Eight Bacchus heads adorn the walls of the historic 3rd-floor Roycroft den under the large stained-glass ceiling.   The Friends will host the first-ever Raise the Glass Bacchus Bash on Thursday, August 20, from 6:30 to 9 PM at The Vapors Live, 315

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11-Year-Old Photographer: A Look into the Mind 

July 6, 2026

By Cora Fisher I am Cora Fisher. I am eleven years old, and though I have wanted to for many years, I have just started photography last December. I have been interested for as long as I can remember. I would mess with my mother’s camera and take pictures of my parents, making them pose and create funny expressions.  I have now turned that dream into reality. The very first thing that made

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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