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421 Beer Garden Celebrates Its Grand Opening Month 

The crew at 421 Beer Garden invites you to the ultimate space to kick back and soak up the weather and the music, and enjoy the crave-worthy menu.  The secret is officially out, and the sipping is spectacular at 421 Beer Garden, downtown Hot Springs’ highly anticipated new destination. Located at 421 Broadway Street right off the scenic Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail, and Farmers Market, this vibrant European-style beer

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And The Winner Is…Taste of the Park 

Secret Handshake Chef Justin Ruttley, Mike Gallagher, Mitchell Taylor, and Eddie Padilla. – Submitted photo.  Nearly two dozen Hot Springs restaurants, grills, and businesses served their finest and most inspired dishes during the Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of the Park on Thursday, May 17.  The food was remarkable, diverse, and of course delicious, from gourmet beef sliders and BBQ ribs to exquisite watermelon bites with feta and herbs,

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La Bruja’s Dulceria Celebrates Sweet Anniversary 

Photo courtesy of La Brujas Facebook page.  By Lana Pierce Hot Springs is a hub of dreams where faith sometimes leads to success, but there’s no perfect recipe for prospering in a tourist town. La Bruja’s Dulceria knows this too well.  With a 5-star rating and a 100% review status online, we don’t want readers of The Springs to miss out on this gem. In fact, say it again so you remember it… jot it down: La Bruja’s Dulceria on Ouachita.   Opening its current

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Celebrate Summer at Flavor of the Park 

Enjoy delicious samples from a variety of restaurants, caterers, and drink vendors on May 14.  The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce one of the community’s favorite events: Flavor of the Park will be Thursday, May 14, this year, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Exchange Street Parking Plaza. This annual celebration marks the unofficial start of summer with great food, lively music, and

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May is National Strawberry Month  

Strawberries, like other berries, are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.   By Alison Crane Did you know that according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, each person consumes five pounds of strawberries annually?   Given that much consumption, it’s good that strawberries are grown in every state in the U.S. and every province in Canada. In Arkansas, strawberry season is from late April through the month of

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About the Cover . . .  

“Mystical Mayhem”   Photo of Emilie Boyett by Photographer Pam Clark Courtesy of Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance, taken at Arts & The Park 2025  A huge thankyou to Pam Clark for spotting and capturing that fantastic photo of Emilie Boyett in full Mystical Mayhem glory.  It’s vibrant, imaginative, and perfectly reflects the spirit of Arts & The Park and its celebration of creativity. Emilie looks like she’s having the time of her life, spreading joy

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Hot Springs’ Newest Hotspot is Taking the Town by Storm 

And the sipping is good at 421 Beer Garden.  Inspired by classic European beer halls, 421 Beer Garden, located at 421 Broadway Street, offers outdoor seating, communal tables, and a relaxed setting where friends and families can gather to eat, drink, and enjoy great company.  An explosion of craft beer awaits, featuring an inspired mix of imported favorites and standout local brews. With 20 rotating taps pouring some of the finest draught beer

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Master Gardeners: Am Better Away from You 

It’s best to mind your peas and ques when it comes to planting. Some plants are best kept apart, lest they bicker, pout, or stunt each other’s grand botanical ambitions.  By Sharon DentChemistry is everything in relationships. True for humans and for plants. Often, indifference is the situation. But sometimes it is love at first sight, or there can be violent clashes too. Making decisions about the layout of a garden can be

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About the Cover

Our cover features the King and Queen of the First Ever 23rd Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade®.  The 2026 monarchs are King Monte Everhart and Queen JoAnn Mangione, who will greet their subjects as they ride down 98-foot Bridge Street at 6:30 p.m. on March 17.   Everhart, a retired businessman who has long appeared at the event billed as the World’s Tallest Leprechaun, is in his last year

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Cafe Mi Amor Weaves Cuban and Organic Influences into Breakfast and Lunch 

Clip this offer, bring a friend, and savor a premium experience at Café Mi Amor from March through May.  Cafe Mi Amor is bringing “a little bit of love nestled in the mountains” to Central Avenue with Cuban-inspired comfort food, handcrafted drinks, and a farm-to-table promise guests can taste.  Cozy, eclectic, and family-run, the boutique café leans into hospitality and intentional cooking. Artfully crafted with love. Mindfully crafted with intent.

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Mardi Gras in the Spa: New Orleans–Style Celebration Takes Over Bridge Street 

Hot Springs will celebrate the spirit of Mardi Gras on Saturday, February 15, when Mardi Gras in the Spa takes over the Bridge Street Entertainment District from noon until 6:00 p.m. The inaugural event promises a full afternoon of music, costumes, family activities, food, and community celebration — rain or shine.  Designed as a family-friendly festival with something for all ages, Mardi Gras in the Spa will feature food trucks,

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About the Cover . . . 

“Holiday Cheer”  Tree Decor by Shelley MacGibbon | The Mood Floral Co.  We are so very thankful to Shelley MacGibbon of The Mood Floral Co., whose creativity and generosity bring such beauty to our holiday season. She designed a stunningly decorated tree that graces our December cover, and we appreciate that she graciously allowed us to photograph it. The ornaments and accents came from her eclectic shop, a place filled

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Yoga: Benefits of Mermaid Pose 

Can you tell where this mural is located? The First person to snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545 will receive a free drop-in class! Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens Yoga offers countless opportunities to build strength, improve flexibility, and create

Happy 150th Birthday, Hot Springs!  

Each person attending the birthday gala will receive this special commemorative coin.  Hot Springs’ 150th birthday gala will be held August 11 in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Funds generated by the celebration will be given to the Garland County Historical Society.  “Although our city’s history goes back hundreds of years

Melissa Carper Will Open Inaugural Birding Festival of the South 

Singer Melissa Carper. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Melissa Carper, the nationally acclaimed country singer with deep ties to Arkansas and a profound commitment to nature, will open the inaugural Birding Festival of the South Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, with a concert October 8 on Bridge Street in downtown Hot