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Volunteers Needed For the 34th Annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival 

The 34th Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF), October 10 -18, is looking for volunteers for this year’s festival. A variety of roles are available, including: theater attendants, airport transportation drivers, selling concessions and merchandise, VIP Lounge attendants, box office sales, and more. The volunteers are generally on 4-hour shifts.   According to HSDFF Executive Director Ken Jacobson, “Our volunteers are the heart and soul of HSDFF. Not only could we

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Step Into the Spotlight at The Gala: Art Nouveau 

On Saturday, November 1, 2025, the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) transforms the historic Arlington Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom into a dazzling world of art, fashion, and performance for the second annual Gala: Art Nouveau.  This black-tie celebration blends the romance of Art Nouveau with modern creativity, featuring immersive installations, live performances, hands-on exhibits, and a red carpet welcome fit for Hollywood. Guests will also enjoy a curated silent auction showcasing

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About the Cover . . . 

“Jackson in the Garden”  by Susan Baker Chambers  We were just minding our own business when we heard some unmistakable growly-howly-whining.  Turns out Jackson—lounging in Susan’s garden—was feeling a little snubbed after Irma McLeod’s Black Flower landed the July cover. Equal time was in order. So, August is officially dedicated to the canine world, with none other than Jackson as our cover dawg.  From the looks of his pose, Jackson

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Volunteers Needed For the 34th Annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival 

Join the team of dedicated volunteers at this year’s Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF), October 10 -18. They have a variety of roles available across the festival, including: theater attendants, airport transportation drivers, selling concessions and merchandise, VIP Lounge attendants, box office sales, and more! The volunteers are on 4-hour shifts.  In addition to being a part of a world-class film festival and interacting with a community of film

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HS Sister City Program Awarded Best Overall for Cities Its Size 

SCI Board Chair Carlo Capua, CEO Dr. Ricki Garrett, HS Sister City Executive Director Mary Zunick, Chair of HS National Park Sister City Foundation Board of Directors, Corey Alderdice. Photo Courtesy Visit HS  Hot Springs’ Sister City Program, in which the city is paired with Hanamaki, Japan, has received the award for best overall program in the United States for cities its size.  The 2025 Sister Cities International Best Overall

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About the Cover . . . 

“Black Flower”  by Irma McLeod  Summer has officially arrived, and our July cover captures the spirit we were searching for—artsy, whimsical, a little mischievous, and just plain delightful. When we saw Black Flower by the talented Irma McLeod, we knew we’d found the perfect fit. This fabulous feline feels like it’s moments away from pouncing on some mysterious garden surprise. Curious? We are, too!  We invite you to embrace the

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Interested in the Arts? Attend the Quarterly Networking Meeting July 28 

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) is excited to announce the next Quarterly Networking Meeting scheduled for Monday, July 28, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at The Club House, 118 Arbor St.  Quarterly Networking Meetings, hosted by HSACA, serve as an opportunity for members of the art-loving community to gather, network, discuss upcoming events and opportunities, as well as create new contacts.   These meetings allow area artists, art-based

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About the Cover . . . 

“Mystic Ozark”  Photo Courtesy of Mystic Ozark  This month, we take great pleasure in introducing Mystic Ozark, the latest gem in Hot Springs’ historic downtown bathhouses. Mystic Ozark provides an entertaining and educational downtown presence for Mid-America Science Museum.   Turn to page 9 of this issue for a sneak peek at the Mystic experience that features interactive themed environments, water features, projection mapping, and engaging hands-on exhibits.  Five years in

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Sister City Student Delegation Departs for Hanamaki, Japan 

This June, a group of 13 students from Hot Springs will embark on an exciting cultural exchange trip to our Sister City, Hanamaki, Japan. This delegation, made up of ten students from local schools and three students from the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Science, and the Arts, will spend a week immersing themselves in the rich culture and history of Hanamaki.  During their stay, the students will be hosted by

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Seeking Nominations for Postal Workers Who Exemplify the Best in Public Service

Submit your nomination for an exceptional Postal Worker by June 15 for a special feature in our July magazine. Would you like to help us recognize our dedicated individuals who keep our mail moving?  As we celebrate National Postal Workers Day on July 1, 2025, we invite you to tell us about your favorite mail carrier or postal worker who goes above and beyond, exemplifying the very best in public service.

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Hot Springs Doc Fest Hosts the Screening Series 

Love Documentaries?! The Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF) has you covered!   On Wednesday, June 18, in downtown Hot Springs, HSDFF is partnering with the Gateway Community Association and the NAACP Hot Springs Branch to host the second edition of the new year-round screening series. This edition is a special showing of Following Harry, an intimate portrait of Harry Belafonte as he embarks on a deeply personal and reflective journey,

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Beat the Summer Heat with Cool Library Programs 

GCL staff member, Courtney, preps materials for an upcoming library program.  By Erin Baber Summer is here, and that means one thing at the Garland County Library – it’s time for the annual Summer Reading Program (SRP)! The SRP begins on Saturday, May 31, with a huge kickoff party with games, food, activities, prizes, and pure joy. Everyone is welcome to celebrate the beginning of summer reading at the Garland County

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