The spring Tikes, Trikes, and Trails event will be held at Velocity Park, 325 Valley Street, on Friday, March 27, from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 PM. Don’t have a bike? A limited number of bikes will be provided FREE at this event. You can also bring your skateboard, scooter, or wheelchair to join the fun! All participants will receive a t-shirt, trail maps, and other free giveaway items (while supplies
Steamatic owner, Misty Morse Poole, has announced the 2nd annual drive to benefit local foster children, aged newborn to 17. The drive collects new or gently used backpacks, duffels, and suitcases for the more than 3500 kids in the state and local foster system. Last year, the drive received over 400 donations, but Poole hopes to see an increase in this year’s donations. Items can be dropped off at Steamatic
By Longhua Xu Acrylic 30” x 40” When The Springs Magazine invited me to create the cover for their February 2026 issue, I found myself facing an unexpectedly challenging decision. Although my primary language is sculpture—working in bronze, stone, wood, glass, and clay—this project called for a painted image. After much reflection, I chose to focus on a timeless subject: lovers. Love has been interpreted by artists for centuries, which
A mother and her grown daughters are enjoying a day touring around on e-bikes. By Alison Crane Researchers gain insight from surveys and polls. For instance, a Gallup-Healthways poll found that people who are alone all day are less happy and more stressed, and the reverse is reported by people who dedicate a large part of their days to social time. On average, American adults do not spend enough time socializing
By Chana PrinceGreetings Fellow Travelers, February begins illuminated with the Full Moon on February 1, bringing emotional clarity and gentle endings. This lunation reveals what must be released so you can move forward lighter and more aligned. On February 13, Saturn enters Aries, shifting energy toward personal responsibility, courage, and conscious action. You are asked to lead your own life with integrity and commitment, even when it feels uncomfortable. The
By Peggy Lindsey Love is powerful. This month, we often celebrate the romantic aspect of love with the popular gifts of flowers and chocolates. Perhaps even an engagement ring! But love is so much more, isn’t it? People confuse love with an emotion, especially those euphoric feelings when one falls in love with that special someone. But love is found in every relationship. It is widely considered that humans are “wired
Michelle Crandell explores Tarot in 2026. Ten is the place to witness how far you have come. —photo by Steve Bonner. By Michelle Crandell Minor Arcana cards, Ace through Ten, are like a set of stairs carved into a mountain. Ten is a summit, a place to stop, pondering the meaning of your most recent journey. Take a breath, look around. Witness how far you have come. Meditate…consider… What have I
Lisa Arnold, RN-BSN. Valentine’s Day is all about romantic love, self-love, and that confident glow that comes from feeling your best. This season, GLOW Arkansas is inviting you to fall in love with your reflection again through one of the most elegant advances in aesthetic medicine: PDO threads. If you’re looking for a refreshed, lifted appearance without surgery or drastic change, PDO threads may be the subtle glow-up you didn’t
Some of the Polar Plunge Participants from 2025. — photo by Brianna Himschoot. Brave participants are invited to take an icy leap for a great cause at the Hot Springs Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Arkansas on February 14. The annual fundraising event invites participants to join the fun by registering, fundraising, and taking the plunge, or by supporting plungers through donations and cheering from the sidelines. Festivities will take
Community Resource Center will house the OBHAW Wellness Day Treatment Program, Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness (OBHAW) is expanding its Wellness Day (Day Treatment) Program to Hot Springs, extending a service previously offered at its Malvern clinic to meet increasing demand in Garland County. The expanded program was launched through a partnership with the Hot Springs Community Resource Center (CRC). The Wellness Day Program will operate Mon.- Fri., 8:30 AM
Dancers aged 5 and up are invited to audition for a role in “Peter Pan.” Get ready to soar! The Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Company (HSCDTC) is thrilled to announce open auditions for its upcoming production of the beloved storybook ballet, Peter Pan. Auditions will be held Saturday, February 7, offering local dancers the magical opportunity to bring this timeless classic to life. Under the visionary artistic direction of
A berry sweet way to a Healthy Heart. By Dr. Annie Xu February brings another opportunity to recognize American Heart Month and to highlight simple, natural ways to support heart health. One of the most effective places to start is understanding how dietary habits influence cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is typically reported as total cholesterol, HDL, triglycerides, and LDL. While HDL is often called the “good” cholesterol and LDL the “bad,” these
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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
