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Signs of the Times: July 2026 — Emotional Reset, Reality Check, and Creative Rising 

By Chana Prince Greeting Fellow Travelers,   July 2026 carries a strong emotional-to-structural arc, moving from Cancer sensitivity into Leo expression, with a grounding Capricorn Full Moon highlighting responsibility and long-term choices.  The New Moon in Cancer July 14 opens a reset around home, family, emotional security, and nervous system healing. This is a “return to self” lunation—good for setting intentions around belonging, nourishment, and creating safer personal foundations. Themes of memory, ancestry,

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A Journey into Edgar Cayce’s Teachings: Judith Stevens Visits Arkansas in August 

Judith Stevens, a student of Edgar Cayce material for over 50 years, will present a workshop in August.  The A.R.E. Central Arkansas Area Team invites seekers of spiritual growth to Becoming Our Authentic Selves: Growing Into Our Mission, a transformative workshop led by A.R.E. staff member and Cayce scholar Judith Stevens. Taking place Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at DeGray Lake Resort State Park, this in-person event (with on-demand recording available) offers a rare

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Embrace the Void 

By David Malcolm RoseDid you ever catch yourself rubbing that space between your brows or massaging your temples when trying to remember something? You do such things for one simple reason. Thinking is painful.   Thinking makes your head hurt primarily because intense mental effort physically alters your brain’s chemistry. This causes muscles in your head and neck to tense up. The brain itself has no pain receptors, but the nerves,

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Spa City Set to Crown 2026 Royals 

Save the date for the Hot Springs Pride Pageant – August 1.  By Lana Pierce The Hot Springs Pride Pageant returns to Boogies Bar & Grill August 1.  Enjoy a glamorous, creative evening full of talent as contestants vie for the titles of Mister HS Pride, Miss HS Pride, and MX HS Pride.  This annual pageant showcases our local legends alongside aspiring title-holders as they compete in categories including evening wear, talent competition, and on-stage questions.  

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Spa City Classic: Indoor Pickleball 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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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Gallery Walk Celebrates Fourth of July Weekend with Art, Community, and a Commemorative Keepsake 

Hot Springs has always known how to celebrate. As one of the oldest federally protected places in the country, this city is part of the cultural thread that exemplifies a true American community, with its diversity of people, bountiful talents, and potential.  To celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, the Hot Springs Gallery Walk, hosted by various venues across downtown, has scheduled an assortment of original art, live music, and a

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

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 

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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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