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Master Gardeners: Cool Customers for Hot Gardens

May 7, 2026

These colorful bloomers can take the Arkansas scorching heat: Angelonia, Zinnia, and Mexican sunflower. By Sharon Seals Arkansas in mid-summer is criminally hot. But there are a lot of plants that can take the heat and still look all pretty and innocent. When the state starts to swelter, turn to these habitual bloomers to take the scorch in stride! Multi-colored Angelonia is great for spiking interest in the garden. Deer and rabbit resistant, these get

A Mother’s Vision Becomes The Jade Earth Project

May 7, 2026

Amber Glaze and her son, Jade, her inspiration for The Jade Earth Project. After two years of quiet growth and reflection, local entrepreneur and Garland County Master Gardener, Amber Glaze, is preparing to introduce The Jade Earth Project, a purpose-driven initiative rooted in sustainability, community connection, and creating a better future for the next generation. The Jade Earth Project was born from a deeply personal place…rooted in motherhood, environmental awareness, and

Historical Society to Host Decorated Viet Nam War Pilot

May 7, 2026

Hot Springs native, Lt. Col. Hugh L. Mills, will speak at Garland County Library. The Garland County Historical Society (in association with the Garland County Library) will host one of the most decorated pilots of the Viet Nam War, Lt. Col. Hugh Mills, presenting “The Air Cavalry in Viet Nam” at 11 AM, Saturday, May 23, at the Garland County Library. People can attend in person or view the program virtually on Facebook: Garland County Library or youtube.com/garlandcolibrary. 

Spring is in Full Bloom at the Garland County Library

May 7, 2026

By Annie Gerber Preparations for the huge, annual Summer Reading Program are well underway, but that hasn’t slowed down the Librarians at the Garland County Library. They’ve planned another month full of unmissable events. Find out about it all at www.gclibrary.com. Magical Creatures Night | Fri | May 1 – 6:30 PM: Calling all dragons, wizards, fairies, mermaids, gnomes, and other magical folk of all ages! Join us after hours for an evening of magical crafts, games,

May is National Strawberry Month 

May 7, 2026

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

About the Cover . . .

April 3, 2026

“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

Find Your Joy at the Library during National Library Week

March 31, 2026

Bea with her very own Garland County Library Card. By Annie Gerber What brings you joy? Whether it is cozying up with a new story, learning new skills, gathering with the community, or something else, you can find your joy at the Garland County Library. National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. First celebrated

Novaculite: What You Didn’t Need to Know

March 29, 2026

Partially worked novaculite HSNP. Ellie Schafer at the Lake. Partially worked novaculite HSNP. The Garland County Historical Society (in association with the Garland County Library) will host Ellie Schafer presenting “Everything You Didn’t Need to Know About Novaculite!” at noon, Tuesday, April 21, at the Garland County Library. People can attend in person or view the program virtually at Facebook: GarlandCountyLibrary or youtube.com/garlandcolibrary. Novaculite is an integral part of the physical landscape of the

About the Cover

March 7, 2026

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

Interested in the Arts? Attend the Quarterly Networking Meeting

March 7, 2026

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) will host its next Quarterly Artist Networking Event on Sunday, March 8, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. The host location is Vesta, 765 Quapaw Avenue. HSACA board member Gianna Wurzl has graciously invited the arts community to experience her newly renovated property during the quarterly event. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. “Vesta is a home I co-own with ten

About the Cover . . . “Lovers”

February 9, 2026

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

Fall in Love with February Library Events

February 9, 2026

No peeking! Take a chance on a Blind Date with a Book and unwrap a surprise story you just might fall for. By Annie GerberThis February, the Garland County Library invites readers of all ages to fall in love with something new through its popular Blind Date event taking place all month long. Blind Date with a Book offers a fun and adventurous way to discover your next great read.

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