November 2020

2 • The Springs • November 2020

December 1st The Springs • November 2020 • 3
is Giving Tuesday!
Check Out This List of FAQ

What is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement that unleashes the power of
people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. Giving
Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to
do good. This idea has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of
millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.
When is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is held annually the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and this year
on December 1, 2020.
Who can participate?
Everyone! Giving Tuesday has been built by a broad coalition of partners,
including individuals, families, nonprofits, schools, religious organizations, small
businesses and corporations. Whether you give your voice, goods, time, or money,
being generous is a way to fight for the causes you care about while helping people.
Here are some ideas you might consider:
○ Share kindness with your neighbors
○ Volunteer virtually or share your talents
○ Give your voice to a cause that matters to you
○ Discover a local fundraiser, community drive or coordinated event to join
others with your same interests in giving back
○ Give to your favorite cause or a fundraiser to help those in need
○ Use social media to spread the word!

■ Talk about giving and generosity using the hashtag #GivingTuesday
■ Share our Facebook posts — facebook.com/GivingTuesday
■ Follow us on Twitter @GivingTuesday and use #GivingTuesday
■ Follow us on TikTok— GivingTuesday
■ Instagram — givingtuesday
■ Snapchat — add/GivingTuesday
■ Share our social media channels in your social networks
○ Announce your participation to your networks and email lists
○ Visit www.givingtuesday.org for more ideas and ways you can get involved.
I want to give back, help my neighbors, volunteer. How can I do that safely?
● There is no reason that our physical separation means we can’t provide the
financial, emotional and social supports that nurture our families and communities.
We all have gifts to give, and with social media, online giving, delivery, mail, and
phones, there are limitless ways to use your generosity to support others. Embrace
your power to be a beacon for others, and act.
● For more ideas, visit our website or sign up for Giving Tuesday Daily
Generosity alerts to get ideas and inspiration each day for ways to show kindness

and give back while staying safe.
How can nonprofits & community organizations get involved?
● You do not have to be listed on our website in order to participate in Giving

Tuesday, but we encourage you to register with us, as many people and media
will refer to our page to identify campaigns close to them. You’ll also receive our
newsletter with tips, ideas, tricks, and news.

● Organizations do not receive donations through the Giving Tuesday website.
All donations need to be made through your organization’s donation processing
platform of choice.

● As a nonprofit or community organization, you can decide how much you’d
like to do during Giving Tuesday and what type of activity you’d like to promote.
Some organizations host fundraising events, while others use the opportunity to
reach out to their community with special content, or to thank their donors.

● One great way businesses can help is to spread the word and encourage your
communities and supporters to take action and do good on December 1. Use the
hashtag #GivingTuesday when you post on social media so we can amplify your
message.

For an abundance of tools, ideas, resources and helpful information, visit www.
givingtuesday.org.

November Art Matters Gallery Walk #375

We’re finding 2020 to be a year of changes but one thing hasn’t changed – First AMERICAN ART GALLERY
Friday Gallery Walk! Friday, November 6, continues the tradition in Historic Downtown 724 Central • 501-624-0550
Hot Springs. It might look different, given face masks were not the norm in the past, and Open for Gallery Walk. Featuring art by Kinkade Studio, Jamie
they’ve learned the joys of virtual Gallery Walk, but the resolve and commitment of the Carter, Jimmy Leach and Margaret Kipp. Claud Lambert will
gallery owners has kept Gallery Walk going a record 375 months without a break! Stop in, be present to discuss his knives and leather work. New work by
check out the beautiful art, and give the gallery owners a High Five for hanging in there Valerie Hanks-Goetz. Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm.
through ice, snow, sleet, floods and now…2020!
ARTISTS’ WORKSHOP GALLERY
“Keeping it Local” is a great reminder that our gallery district is sure to inspire a 610A Central • 501-623-6401 • ArtistsWorkshopGallery.com
wealth of gift-giving ideas for art connoisseurs of all ages. Use this opportunity to support Jerry Matusky and Rita Turner are Featured Artists. Matusky will
our local businesses while checking off “to do’s” on your shopping lists. present a number of innovative new works, in acrylic and oil.
Turner is most inspired to paint people in scenes and interesting
When the hunger bug bites, stop in Steinhaus Keller – longtime supporters of the architecture, but she also paints arresting still life and landscapes. Limited hours
arts community. Great German fare and an extensive selection of delicious beer. due to COVID-19: Thurs-Sun, 12:00-5:00 pm. They invite you to view their
virtual Gallery Walk on Facebook, featuring the works of all their artists.
For more ideas on eats and shops, visit our Street Guides in this issue… we’re
covering Uptown, Downtown and Sidetown. In the meantime, read on to catch up on our DRYDEN ART POTTERY STUDIO/GALLERY
gallery’s November Art Matters and please remember to social distance, wear your mask,
wash your hands and, of course, enjoy the art. 341 Whittington • 501-623-4201 • DrydenPottery.com
With over 74 years of research and development, the 3rd
Thanks to all of you and…Happy Thanksgiving! generation owner features in-house formulated glazes and
custom blended clay combined to create a finished quality that is
easily recognizable as “Dryden.” Mon-Sat, 10am-3pm.

EMERGENT ARTS - CIRCLE GALLERY
341A Whittington • 501-613-0385 • EmergentArts.org
Showcasing their annual Dia de los Muertos community ofrenda.
Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday
which falls on Nov. 1st every year. The gallery is not open to the
public, but the ofrenda installation is on prominent display in the front windows.

JUSTUS FINE ART GALLERY
827A Central • 501-321-2335 • JustusFineArt.com
Featuring work by Beverly Buys, Robbie Brindley, Donnie
Copeland, Matthew Hasty, Jeri Hillis, Dolores Justus, Dennis
McCann, Carey Roberson, and Tony Saladino. Sculpture by Mia
Hall, Robyn Horn, and Sandra Sell will also be on display, along with wood-turned
vessels by Gene Sparling, and original jewelry by Amanda Heinbockel, Amy
Wells, and others. Open Gallery Walk 5-9 pm. Due to COVID-19 precautions,
attendees are asked to wear masks and to maintain the recommended social
distancing while in the gallery and no refreshments will be served. 10am-5pm.
Wed-Sat and by appointment.

WHITTINGTON GALLERY
307 Whittington Ave • 501-607-0214
Come out for Gallery Walk from 5pm to 9pm. Featuring artist
Don Watson in the Lauren Knowles gallery annex the month
of November. Along with their 58 local artists who will be
showing many new pieces of art, The Tone Chasers will be playing music. Lots
of beverages and fun along with lots of free, easy parking. Tue-Sat.10am to 3pm.

ALL THINGS ARKANSAS
610-C Central Avenue • 501-620-3971 • AllThingsArkansas.com
Featuring art and products from Arkansas, made in Arkansas, and relating to
Arkansas. Open Gallery Walk with wine and refreshments, and Ben Carey live!

BLUE WATERS FINE ART & DESIGN
430 Valley St • 501-701-8036 • LauraBlueWaters.com
Gallery Walk 5-7 pm. New work by owner, Laura Blue Water. Local hand-forged
metal designs, sculpture, pottery and paintings. Also works by regional, national
& international artists.

GALLERY CENTRAL
340A Central Avenue
Featuring fine art and fashion. Art by James Hayes, Bob Snider, Lee Gibson Art,
Paige Morehead Salyer, Amy Hill Imler, Janis Higdon, Houston Llew Spiritiles,
Polly Cook, Janis Polychron, Beth Gandy, Sandy Newberg, Jennifer Wilson,
Mary Fischer, and Ashley Benton. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm. Sat 10am-4pm.

THE WAREHOUSE
301 East Broadway • 501-538-0399 • PamsPartyRentals.com
For Gallery Walk, featuring live music, local artists, diverse exhibits, exquisite
wine, and hors d’oeuvres from 6:00 pm-10:00 pm.

4 • The Springs • November 2020

Log into Jackson House’s
Virtual Gala &

Silent Auction Nov. 19th
Jackson House is announcing its
Annual Thanksgiving Fundraiser which is
going Virtual this year! Thank you to Honorary
Chair, Dorothy Morris! The virtual event will
be held November 19, 2020, 7 – 8:30 pm,
online at www.jacksonhouse.org.
Wonderful works of art, vacation
options and other items will be offered in a
silent auction. All proceeds will go toward
providing food and other necessities for those
experiencing a crisis in our community.
Jackson House has distributed nearly a million pounds of food to children,
families, seniors, veterans, and homeless so far this year! The facility NEVER shut
down during the pandemic, providing over 50,000 lunches, groceries, clothing,
household items, holiday food and toys, and many other services to help people
through this hard time in our country. Many people who have never needed
assistance before are coming to the place they know can help.

Jackson House, for 44 years, has provided needed services to our
community thanks to you, Jackson House donors, partners, volunteers and clients
whom they serve. They depend on the generosity of their donors to meet these
serious needs of coworkers, friends, family and neighbors. Jackson House is “On
The Front Lines Providing Services,” “A Place To Care And Be Cared For,” where
“Every Item, Every Person Counts.”

To make donations or for more information, call 501-623-4048 weekdays,
or mail to or drop by 705 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901. Thank you from
the staff and volunteers at Jackson House – Keeping your donations Local!

Live & Local:

A recap of the greatest things Hot Springs has to offer. 

Autumn’s Scrunchie Shop

By Victoria Pike

Starting a small business as

a fundraiser is not exactly what you’d

expect from a sophomore at the local

Gospel Light Christian School, but

that is exactly what Autumn Michau

did. Autumn’s Scrunchie Shop was

founded in May of 2019 when the

young high schooler needed to raise

money for church camp.

Throughout the summer she

continued to make and sell handmade

scrunchies through her Instagram

platform to her family and friends.

Little did she know, going

Visit Autumn’s Scrunchie Shop at back to school would throw a wrench
Farmers Market. in her plans. When balancing school,
athletics, and running a small business

became too much, Autumn had to put her scrunchie shop on pause.

Then, COVID-19 hit and quarantine struck the nation. Autumn found

herself with a lot more time on her hands to reopen her business and the online

platform was booming. Autumn’s Scrunchie Shop started out as just a small

Instagram shop, a place where her family and friends could see her work, but

turned into something much larger when Autumn took her scrunchie shop to the

local Hot Springs Farmers Market.

Now, she not only sells scrunchies, but other sewn goods as well.

Some of the additional items that are a part of Autumn’s Scrunchie Shop include

headbands and keychains, but her best-seller remains the same - scrunchies.

Check out Autumn and all of the other wonderful vendors at the Hot

Springs Farmers Market, on Saturdays -9am-Noon, located at 121 Orange St.

Aspiring colligate journalist, and former Springs Magazine

intern, Victoria Pike, calls Hot Springs home while she practices

her journalism craft at the University of Missouri. Pike’s dream is

to be a nightly news anchor one day.

The Springs • November 2020 • 5

Eat c Hike c Walk c Play Escape c Bathe c Splurge
Shop c Tour c Drink Stay c Learn c Enjoy

100 Block Central Ave Snazzies, Inc. MacKenzies Extraordinary Gift Shoppe MTN VALLEY WATER
Young, contemporary, funky boutique Unique boutique gifts & plush animals

Fat Jack’s Oyster & Sports Bar Beef Jerky Outlet Pour Some Sugar on Me Sweet Shoppe
Great food, music. Pets OK on patio Wall to wall jerky. Popcorn, sauces Candy & delectable delights.

Kollective Coffee & Tea Arlington Hotel Gangster Museum of America
Organic & local for breakfast & lunch Historic hotel, largest hotel in AR Guided tour of the HS gangster world

Mamoos Paradice Cream It’s All About Rocks
Only Homemade ice cream in
The Colonial Pancake & Waffle House Downtown. Gluten-free pastries. Rocks & unique merchandise Historic District Antiques
Breakfast & brunch. As seen in
Southern Living! EVILO Oils & Vinegars Estate jewelry, lighting, glass, & furniture

Fat Bottom Girls Pupcake Shoppe Neon Moon Convenience Store Delectable oils & vinegars, tastings daily Petals, Purses, Etc. 800 Block Central Ave
Exclusive handbags, women’s &
Pet-friendly cupcakes & pet supplies Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum Granny’s Kitchen
Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner children’s clothing & gifts
The Humidor
HOTEL HALE Journey through the Seven Magic Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium State & Pride Provisions Co. Cigar Lounge
Worlds of this museum Handcrafted locally-soap & bath luxuries One-of-a-kind store. Goods, gifts,

4D Adventure Villainess Soaps apparel that reflect Arkansas culture Capones Loft
The amazing 4D simulation will leave Open soon. Soaps & custom makeup Vacation Rental
you enthralled! Diablos Tacos and Mescal
Urban tacos, tapas, drinks. Patio dining Legacy Fine Art Gallery
Bathhouse Row Artwork by local & int’l artists
Spa City Tropical Winery & Gifts 600 Block Central Ave Maxwell Blade’s Theatre of Magic
100% tropical fruit, berry & citrus wine

Kilwins Superior Bathhouse Brewery Angel’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Magic & comedy for the whole family
Since 1947, chocolates, ice cream & more Thermal springs brewery, restaurant Italian specialties for lunch and dinner Justus Fine Art Gallery
& special event venue Established & emerging artists
Artists’ Workshop Gallery
Earthbound Trading Company Hotel Hale Cooperative gallery with 30 local artists Deluca’s Pizzeria Napoletana
Unique apparel, accessories & home decor Boutique hotel with two restaurants
Authentic NY brick oven pizza
All Things Arkansas
300 Block Central Ave Fordyce Bathhouse Products made in AR & relating to AR Trough Bar & Grill
Dapper and Debonaire Nat’l Park Visitor Center & museum Beer, wine, and spirits
Mens grooming goods US Post Office
Rings ‘n’ Things The Buffalo Clothing Co. Quapaw Baths & Spa
Fun fashion jewel 801High quality men’s clothing & accessories

Tombstone Old Time Photos
Thermal pools & baths, plus luxurious JubiTea Hot Springs Spencer’s Corner
spa services Bubble tea, milk tea, smoothies Brian G Wilson Photography

Freedom United Salon Wild West, gangster portraits taken & Ozark Bathhouse DeSoto Rock & Gift Shop Portraits & weddings
HIghly trained staff. Progressive work. processed while you wait Cultural center, open on weekends Locally crafted jewelry & minerals
The Villa Boutique Hot Springs Visitor Center Next Generation Tye-Dyes & Apparel
Apparel, bath & body, linens, jewelry, Thai-Me Spa Buckstaff Baths Tourist information center Cotton clothes & beddingn
and accessories Pampering massage, skin treatments, Our only remaining traditional
Colonial Candy Corner thermal bathing facility STEINHAUS KELLER Picante’s Mexican Grill
Retro & nostalgic candy, ice cream nail & body services. Lamar Bathhouse Authentic Mexican dishes
Kringles in the Park
Christmas, seasonal, collectible & gifts Argentinian Coffee & Wine Bar Bathhouse Row Emporium Brick House Grill
Steaks, burgers, salads and much more
Argentinian delicacies, ultimate 400 Block Central Ave
Buenos Aires bar experience! Steinhaus Keller
German food & biergarten Outdoor seating
Oxy-Zen Lauray’s Jewelers
Oxygen bar to restore, relax & revive! Bridal, custom designs, & repairs
Faith & Flair Boutique Red Sunflower Boutique Mirror Mirror Salon
Women’s boutique clothing Beauty cosmetics & personal care
The Springs Hotel & Spa BUBBALU’S BURGERS&DOGS Women’s and girls’ clothing boutique Gary Morris Interiors

Casual hotel and spa with 139 rooms Bubbalu’s Bodacious Burgers Unique décor, lamps and gifts

Mountain Valley Spring Company Burgers, hot dogs & ice cream 700 Block Central Ave A Narrow Escape
Tour the Visitor Center/Museum. Full Stella Mae’s…Out of the Ordinary Brain-teaser escape room. Ages 8 & up
line of MV Water merchandise. Retro inspired clothing for rockabilly Maxine’s Live Subway
hellcats & pinup dolls Live music, food, craft beer & drinks Submarine sandwich shop
200 Block Central Ave Chez Julie’ Boutique
Perfect blend of home, fashion & 1000 Block Central Ave
National Park Aquarium personal accessories Hot Springs Trolley Tours
Trolley tours. Special events. Will’s Cinnamon Shop
Freshwater & saltwater fish, frogs, Ginger’s Popcorn The Porterhouse Steak and Seafood Homemade, from scratch cinnamon rolls
tortoises, & lizards The best darn popcorn in the South! Prime-only steaks and seafood cuisine Central Theater
Rolando’s Restaurante
Latin American fare. Full bar & patio All Things Natural Event Space
Savory Pantry Hot Springs Hat Co. Bring home the wonder & beauty of nature Copper Penny Pub
Hats for men and women Irish pub, food, beer, big screen TVs DOWNTOWNER

Gourmet gift baskets & edible essentials Spa Souvenirs & Gifts National Park Duck Tours Vault 723
Pancake Shop Unique & locally made/designed items. Land & water tours on Lake Hamilton Timeless Vault Dining

Serving breakfast exclusively. Family The Ohio Club The Glitzy Girls by Bear Necessities Downtowner Marketplace
owned & operated Since 1905, the oldest bar in Arkansas Upscale women’s boutique/ Vendors in one location with home
accessories, on-site handmade jewelry decor, boutiques and artisans
3AM Gallery & Gifts Great food & live music

Art gallery & gift shop The Avenue Renee’s Rocket Fizz

Silver Coconut Upscale restaurant & bar in Waters Hotel Women’s apparel, jewelry & home décor Large selection of candy & soda
Collegiate, boutique baby items, &
high end home accents The Waters Hotel Hot Springs Haunted Tours American Art Gallery & Gifts
Historic, boutique hotel, 62 rooms Facts, myths & legends of Hot Springs Local, regional, national & int’l artists

Bathhouse Row Winery Gallery Central 500 Block Central Ave Jack Knife Barbershop 100 Block Exchange
AR wine selections. Tastings daily. Gifts, clothing, & Art All things barbering

Hot Springs Hemp Company Toy Chest Fat Bottomed Girl’s Cupcake Shoppe Hot Springs Bathhouse Dinner Theatre Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Beer Garden
Hemp oils and accessories Deadhead-Brauhaus Culture. Gin Joint
Specialty toys, books, science kits, etc. As seen on CUPCAKE WARS! Daily dinner & live theatre

F REE PARK I NG 128 Exchange St Parking Deck PA I D PARK I NG 2 HR Meters on Central Ave

Arkansas 2020 Travel Guide Now Online
The Arkansas 2020 Travel Guide is now available at www. State Park and Natural Area. Looking for the perfect pumpkin? Check
arkansas.com/discover-arkansas. Published by Arkansas Tourism, the out articles on pumpkin patches to explore in locations from the Delta
monthly digital publication highlights events, activities and trip ideas all the way to Northwest Arkansas.
in The Natural State.
Day trippers and lake lovers can’t miss our cover story on
If you’re in the mood for fall road trips, pumpkins, and lakes and rivers in Central Arkansas – or our article on outdoor ethics!
scenic waterfront views, there are several guides to choose. Arkansas For more travel inspiration, visit www.arkansas.com/things-to-do/.
Motorcycling Guide; Arkansas State Parks Guide; Water and Woods
Magazine; Arkansas Cycling Guide; Arkansas Travel Guide + You can order print publications to help plan your next
Highway Map. vacation and sign up for monthly emails that feature deals and coupons
for attractions across The Natural State. For more information, visit
Load up the car and discover Arkansas history at Louisiana www.arkansas.com.

6 • The Springs • November 2020

Three-day Güdrun Mountain Bike Festival Nov. 13-15

Categories for participation by Because of the COVID-19

rookie riders and riders using electric pandemic, preregistration for this year’s

bicycles — e-bikes — have been added to Güdrun Festival is required. Registration

the lineup for the Second Annual Güdrun will be online-only until November 12. To

Mountain Bike Festival scheduled for Hot register now, visit the brand new Northwoods

Springs’ Northwoods Mountain Bike Trail website: www.northwoodstrails.org.

System, November 13 through 15. Competitive events will take place

Registration for the three-day on the Northwoods Trails starting at the

Güdrun is now open online at www. Cedar Glades Trailhead, and there will be

northwoodstrails.org. noncompetitive events in the downtown

Both categories will be added to area, including a “creepy” nighttime Slow

the Attila the Hun cross-country race event, Roll Ride through the downtown area on

according to Traci Berry, trails coordinator Friday The Thirteenth.

for Visit Hot Springs. Güdrun is part of the About 500 riders — some from as

Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship far away as Canada — took part in the initial

Series. “The e-bike category will be one of Güdrun Festival in 2019.

the first USA Cycling-recognized e-bike The Güdrun Festival traces its

race events in the United States,” Berry said. origin to the early days of the Attila the Hun

"I had never bike raced before Mountain Bike Race, which began in 1992

in my  life,” said Crystal Myers of Hot where the Northwoods Trails are located

Springs, who entered a biking event in Fort today. Following the events of 9/11 in 2001,

Smith this summer. “After hearing there the race was moved to Charlton Campground

was a rookie category at the AMBCS River on Hwy 270 west of Hot Springs and then

Valley Rumble Race in Fort Smith, I was eventually to Cedar Glades Park where The

inspired to sign up. My motivation to race Crystal Myers of Hot Springs (center) takes first place in the Rookie Category in Attila has been held each year since.
was knowing that I would be racing with Fort Smith race this Summer. The Attila the Hun competitive
others who would also be mountain bike
race to be held Sunday, November 15, will

racing for their first time, too. I raced with the mindset to learn and experience a bike be the final race of the season for the 2020 Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship

race with no intent to win — and won!" Series. There will be plenty of places for spectators to see the racers and cheer them on.

As for the e-bike category, “Generally speaking, e-bikes are bicycles with a “Hot Springs is all about fun,” Berry said, “so who wouldn't want to put

battery-powered ‘assist’ that comes via pedaling and, in some cases, a throttle,” Berry Vikings and bikes together? After the year we have had so far in 2020, having fun is

said. “When you push the pedals on a pedal-assist e-bike, a small motor engages and much needed. What better way than to be riding bikes? We know we can put on a safe,

gives you a boost, so you can zip up hills and cruise over tough terrain without gassing fun event for all ages following the proper COVID-19 social distancing protocols."

yourself.” Berry outlined some information about the 2020 Güdrun Festival:

Vince Cucco, president of the Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series, • Registration will be on-line only until November 12, the day before the event

said, “People may ask, ‘Isn't racing an e-bike the same as just racing a motorcycle?’ The • There will be “mandatory-mask zones” in effect during the festival

short answer is ‘no.’E-bikes still require users to pedal, but will provide pedal assistance • Events will include the nighttime Slow Roll Ride; the Mini-Enduro  race;

for competitors who may otherwise have difficulties on the terrain. The e-bike category the Full Enduro race; a Jump Jam competition, and the Attila the Hun XC

should be extremely exciting to both race in and watch.” MTB Race

He added, “The rookie categories were created to give men and women who • The full and mini-enduros will be facilitated by Slaughter Trail Guides

have never raced mountain bikes the chance to participate. They are intended to let The Güdrun Festival was named after a Germanic heroic legend, Berry said.

them give it a try without lining up at the start line against racers who have been doing “Güdrun was a warrior. A Viking! Wife to Attila the Hun and later defeater of the

this awhile. It allows new racers a chance to see how exhilarating racing and pushing Huns,” she said.

yourself at a course like Northwoods can be while doing so on a level playing field.” For more information, contact Traci Berry at 501-321-2027.

About Our Cover...
Northwoods Trail Rider

The Springs Magazine November
cover photo captures a bike rider on the
Northwoods Trail as he goes airborne
negotiating the hills and obstacles along the
trail. This spectacular trail will be the site of
the Second Annual Güdrun Mountain Bike
Festival, November 13-15.

If you haven’t seen the trail yet,
with cool weather, fall colors and top-
notch bikers, this would be the perfect
time to bring the family and check it
out. For information about the trail and
scheduled full moon rides, visit www.
northwoodstrails.org.

Our thanks go out to the
photographers at Visit Hot Springs and
to Bill Solleder for providing this cover
photo for our November issue.

And, of course, we extend our
deepest appreciation to Richard Stephens who works his magic
with the layout and design each month.

To all of you from all of us at The Springs Magazine, we wish you a healthy
and Happy Thanksgiving!

The Springs • November 2020 • 7

8 • The Springs • November 2020

Mid-America Goes Virtual Library to Change
with “Hello Taste” Operating Hours November 8

Mid-America Science Museum By Paul Kagebein
(MASM) is planning a unique online
fundraising event this year as a new way for The Garland County Library will start new
the community to support science education.
Hello Taste, the Museum’s take on the operating hours the week of November 8th. The new hours
popular meal delivery subscription boxes,
will take place on Thursday, Nov. 19th, 7 pm. will be 8 am - 6 pm., Monday through Friday, and 1 p.m. - 6

The evening will feature a live pm, on Saturday and Sunday.
Zoom cooking class demonstrating how to
prepare a pre-packaged boxed meal and will “Libraries have to adapt to the world around them
kick off a week-long online auction. Thanks
to presenting sponsor, Alliance Rubber Company, Hello Taste will be a culinary to continue providing the best service possible. With the
experience that museum supporters can enjoy from the comfort of their own homes.
pandemic, we have seen that our users want earlier hours
Chef Ozzie Oseguera from Bleu Monkey Grill will conduct the cooking
class by preparing his signature dish, Bleu Monkey Shrimp. All ingredients to while the need for evening hours has diminished. Since
cook the meals will be delivered in boxes the day before the event, so “guests” can
prepare the meals along with Chef Oseguera. Director of Education, Casey Wylie, most other businesses have adopted earlier hours, we have
will provide fun activities demonstrating the science of cooking. Dessert will be
provided by Kilwins of downtown Hot Springs and beverages will be provided by to adjust ours to make sure we’re open when people want to
Tri-Lakes Liquor.
use us the most,” said Adam Webb, Library Director. Paul Kagebein, Adult
“While we are not able to gather in large groups at this time, the idea of The updated hours are due to a number of factors, Services Programmer at
Hello Taste is to bring the elements of our traditional annual event, Taste of the
Holidays, into your homes where you can enjoy food, fun and fellowship with loved including data analyzed from patron foot traffic, and staff GC Library.
ones all while supporting the Museum,” said Diane LaFollette, executive director and patron feedback. Many patrons may find these hours
at MASM. 
more consistent and convenient than they were before.
Community members can order their meal kits for $150 per box; each box
contains 2 meals. The online auction will launch that evening and will continue The library will close at 6:00 pm every day of the week, opposed to fluctuating
through 9pm, November 25th. Several premium items will be featured. For a preview
of the items, please visit the Facebook: Mid-America Science Museum, which will closing times. The library will also open at 8:00 am every weekday, which is an hour
be continually updated with new items.
earlier than previously. This extended morning accessibility reflects the high library
For details about the auction, to order tickets, or for more information,
visit www.midamericamuseum.org, call 501-767-3461, and check social media activity from patrons at opening.
leading up to the live Zoom virtual event. Only 50 boxes are available for purchase,
so please order soon! The Garland County Library is located at 1427 Malvern Avenue in Hot Springs.

For more information about any library services, call 501-623-4161 and visit www.

gclibrary.com for access to online catalog, accounts, and e-materials.

Paul Kagebein is the Adult Services Programmer and movie aficionado at the

Garland County. For more information about library collections, hours, special events,

programs, or services, visit www.gclibrary.com or call 501-623-4161 or 501-922-4483.

Follow the library on Facebook: @GarlandCountyLibrary.

The “Real” World
November is my favorite month of the year!

It’s finally cool, my daughter’s birthday is in November,

Thanksgiving and my wedding anniversary.

It’s also a perfect time to make plans for the

new year. Maybe you’ve been thinking of buying a

Kelly & Wayne home. Interest rates are still unbelievably low - now is Dedicated volunteers start a home for Garland County Habitat for Humanity.
“Team” Thomason the time. The home mortgage interest deduction you
1st Choice Realty get to take off at tax time is HUGE.  Habitat Celebrates 25 Years
It all started with a couple of retired guys who were tired of playing golf...or at
Hot Springs If you’ve been paying rent for 10 years at least that’s how the story goes. It changes a bit each time it’s told, but the general concept
$600/month - you’ve paid $72,000 towards someone remains the same - Garland County Habitat for Humanity (GCHFH) was started by a
group of community-minded individuals who came together to give their neighbors a
else’s mortgage. Let that sink in... hand up, not a hand out. 

Now is the time to make the leap and Team Thomason, with Hot Since the organization’s inception in 1995, the affiliate has continued to grow.
In 1995, GCHFH built an average of one house per year. Fast forward 25 years, the
Springs 1st Choice, will help in any way we can. Please call Wayne or Kelly. organization is building an average of 8 homes per year and has dedicated 147 houses to
deserving families in Garland County.

“Habitat is unique because it is more than a housing program: a decent,
affordable home provides safety and stability. As a home ownership program, it helps
low-to-moderate income families build wealth,” says Cindy Wagstaff, Executive Director.

From a list of a few volunteers in the beginning, Habitat now has a steady
crew of volunteers signing up daily to help their fellow neighbors. The organization also
encompasses three ReStores, a building material and home goods thrift store dedicated
to putting its profit back into Habitat homes.

As Habitat for Humanity celebrates its 25th year in 2020, the organization is
seeing the fruits of their labor. “We now get to witness families make their final mortgage
payment, making it an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity!” commented
Wagstaff. For more information, visit www.garlandcountyhabitat.org.

The Springs • November 2020 • 9

Eat c Hike c Walk c Play Escape c Bathe c Splurge
Shop c Tour c Drink Stay c Learn c Enjoy

100 Block Park Ave HOT SPRINGY DINGY Redbeard’s Living Canvas 900 Block Park Ave

Majestic Lawn Redbox Epic Cabinets & Design 910 Park Avenue Food Court
Historic landmark Movie rentals Countertops, cabinets & accessories A beautiful neighborhood venue
for gatherings and food events
200 Block Park Ave Arkansas Tower Motel Spa City Cycling Sales & Service
Short-Dodson House/ Tower Bike service and repair, parts and 1000 Block Park Ave
Tootsies Motel, built in 1901 accessories
Budget Inn/Relax Inn Red Light Roastery Coffee House
Pet sitting, DIY dog bath & unique E-Z Mart Lynwood Motel Small batch, craft coffee roastery
Fast stop Shell Gas Station Larkmartin Soaps
dog gifts Bailey’s Dairy Treat Fuel and convenience store Handmade soaps and lotions
The Gold Inn Family Dollar 1010 Liquor
300 Block Park Ave One of three drive-ins in town Quaint Uptown motel Neighborhood shopping Wine, beer & spirits
Swan Song Spa Coffee House 2 Blocks
Spa services and natural springs Craft Coffee Roastery Gold-Inn
The Legendary Vapors water fed Jacuzzi bath Northwoods Trail Connector
Event & live music venue Pullman Avenue short cut to Join the
Northwoods Urban Forest Trail “Light Uptown Project”
RED LIGHT ROASTERY 600 Block Park Ave Cottage Court
David Watkins Park For details, stop in at
Park Haven Community Garden Hot Springy Dingy or ask the
Community vegetable garden
Uptown merchants.
Haven United Methodist
Thrift Store
Bargains galore

400 Block Park Ave Dame Fortune’s Cottage Court 800 Block Park Ave
Historic boutique motel. Modern
Air-FX amenities. Vintage -inspired design David F. Watkins Memorial Park
Heating & air conditioning Community Park under development.
700 Block Park Ave Come watch it grow
The Hot Springy Dingy
Gifts, jewelry, costume rentals Gotta Be Sharp 1884 Wildwood Bed & Breakfast
Resale shop Bed and breakfast
Redbeard’s Living Canvas
Tattoos & piercings Emma Lee’s Parkway Court
Soul Food restaurant Daily, weekly, monthly
500 Block Park Ave
The Arrangement
North Star Liquor/Big A’s Liquor Florist
Wine, beer & spirits
Park Avenue Fire Station Bower Motel

Eat c Hike c Walk c Play Escape c Bathe c Splurge
Shop c Tour c Drink Stay c Learn c Enjoy

100 Block Ouachita Ave SixtyOne Celsius 600 Block Ouachita Ave Community Services Offices
Full-service communication firm
Lender’s Title Company Beverly’s Casual Shop 3B’s Bar & Grill Democratic Party of Garland Cty
Largest independent title & Women’s boutique
escrow agency in AR & LA Stroope Tire, Inc. Dive bar, pool tables Kids Source
Tire dealer & repair shop
Landmark Building Century 21 Parker & Scroggins T & T Maids Merritt Wholesale Distributors Speech & Development therapy
Real estate agency Cleaning Service Food service distributor
200 Block Ouachita Ave Sacred Hands Carole Katchen Art Gallery
JUST SWANKY Massage & Body work Art Gallery
Something Bleu Best Motel Tourist Court
Bridal boutique M&M Travel Consultants Boutique motor court & cafe
Vacations & adventures Leo’s Service Center
Automotive repair
500 Block Ouachita Ave Holiday Motel
Motor court
Big Axe Battleground 700RILEY ART GLASS STUDIO
Lavish Boutique Axe throwing Block West Grand Ave
Stylish & trendy women’s boutique Garland County Courthouse
Government Offices Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Starlite Club Hamp Williams Building Ice cream and burgers
Private Club 21+ Bar, pool tables + Event venue
Surfas Culinary District Riley Art Glass Studio
HS DOC FILM FESTIVAL Chrysalis Day Spa Quality cookware & equipment Glass blowing, gallery & demos
Day spa and Med spa Taco Mama Side Town
Mexican restaurant
Splash Wine Bar Galaxy Connection Forever Beautiful
Wine, beer, appetizers & entertainment Superhero store & Star Wars Museum Permanent cosmetics
GRAND LAGNIAPPE SHOPPE
Colorado Grill Garland County Election Superior Senior Care
Southwest restaurant Commission
SQZBX Brewery & Pizza Joint Vote Here! In-home care services
Lunch & dinner; entertainment Mary Catherine Liscinski, LPC
KUHS 102.5 LifeWalk Professional Counseling, LLC Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce GC ELECTION COMMISSION
Hot Springs Solar Powered Professional Christian Counseling
Community Radio Hot Springs Documentary Film
Mountain Valley Armory The Parlour Festival Office
Metaphysical shop
300 Block Ouachita Ave ACE Investments
Anchor
Home Instead Senior Care High-end body piercing studio Thrifty Nickel
In-home care for Seniors Classified ads newspaper
The Courthouse Chapel/Get Just Swanky Consignment Boutique
Hitched Hot Springs Upscale resale shop 600 Block West Grand Ave 800 Block West Grand Ave
Wedding planning venue
400 Block Ouachita Ave The Clear Spring Grand Lagniappe Shoppe
Senior living community Women’s apparel & Tea Room
Barrels Unlimited Mariposa Design Willis & Son Roofing
Winemaking kits and lessons Vintage decor, design Roofing contractor

10 • The Springs • November 2020

Photographer Uniquely

Documents Masks
By Erin Wood
For Little Rock-based photographer Ashley Murphy, the pandemic has Stop in Whittington Gallery to view this painting by Jonathan Stasko
honoring Fallen Hero Adam Brown.
offered a unique opportunity to document how others are surviving and even
thriving during this unusual historical moment. Adam Brown Painting Exhibited
at Whittington Gallery
What began as a photography project and murals displayed in
downtown Little Rock became Murphy’s new 216-page coffee table book, During the month of November and in conjunction with Veterans Day,
The Masked Project: 100 Portraits. Released October 13, The Masked Project Whittington Gallery is proud to display this painting by Jonathan Stasko. New York artist,
presents 100 portraits taken during the spring 2020 surge of COVID-19. Stasko, created this piece to honor Fallen Hero Adam Brown and delivered it to Lake
Hamilton School in March to be part of the festivities included in the annual 5k Shamrock
From behind cotton and polypropylene, stars and grommets, leather Run that celebrates Brown’s life and service.
and paisley, feathers and studs, eyes unmask worlds about personhood and
pandemic life. Due to the pandemic many missed the opportunity to view the rendering
which depicts a moment when Brown gave shoes to a child in Afghanistan. Stasko has
About the project, Murphy shares, “As a photographer, I have always partnered with “The American Fallen Soldiers Project” creating portraits to honor and
been fascinated with the eyes. With more people covering their faces during the console families of fallen American heroes. More about Stasko can be found at www.
global pandemic of COVID-19, we are offered a unique opportunity to focus on jonathanstasko.com. Whittington Gallery is located at 307 Whittington Avenue and is
the eyes and the individuality of each person. Many of my subjects have said open Tues-Sat as well as on the monthly Gallery Walk night.
this experience was exciting. A simple, quick photoshoot outside their home
became something much more. It is a way to be a part of something bigger, a NPC Names Oaklawn Foundation
way to show the world who we are.”
Hospitality and Tourism Center
“The Masked Project has been a creative outlet, a way to document this
time, and a means not only to briefly interact with those who were ultimately National Park College (NPC) announced the newly renovated Hospitality and
distilled into these 100 images, but to really see them—to take time out of my Tourism Center will be named for the Oaklawn Foundation. The Oaklawn Foundation
day, pause, and see them. It has been an inspiring experience.” invested $400,000 in 2018 to help renovate the 7,500 square foot space, now located on
the first floor of the Gerald Fisher Building.
This 8.5 x 11 coffee table edition is available for $69.95 at etaliapress.
com and through local and national booksellers. The mission of the NPC Hospitality and Tourism Program is to provide students
from diverse backgrounds a quality education and skill set pertinent to preparation for
A Hot Springs native, Erin Wood is a writer, editor, and publisher in career success in the Hospitality and Tourism industry.
Little Rock. She owns and runs Et Alia Press (etaliapress.com). Wood is author
of Women Make Arkansas: Conversations With 50 Creatives. Forrest Spicher, NPC Board Chair, noted that hospitality and tourism are a huge
part of our local economy. “Hot Springs averages approximately eight million visitors
Haiku Festival Features Lee per year, with about half staying overnight.” The 8,000 workers in the industry make up
Gurga and John Stevenson about 25 percent of the workforce and noted Hot Springs has nearly 200 restaurants and
100 hotels.
The 24th Annual Autumn Haiku
Festival will be held on November 13- Ira Kleinman, Oaklawn Foundation Chair discussed the mission of the Oaklawn
14, 2020, at the Arlington Hotel. There Foundation and how the growth and evolution of NPC has allowed the organization to
will be two famous haiku poets as meet that mission. “The work that you guys have done and the progress that National Park
distinguished speakers: Lee Gurga and College has made in the last several years has been a real pleasure to witness and all of
John Stevenson. Both have served as this progress has provided an avenue for the Oaklawn Foundation to fulfill our mission.
president of the premier organization - Our mission is to enhance the quality of lives of the people in Garland County and we are
The Haiku Society of America (HSA). specifically doing that by funding programs for students and seniors.”
www.hsa-haiku.org.
“That is exactly what the Hospitality program does. A student can come, earn a
The festival is hosted by the degree in Hospitality right here in Hot Springs, then work right here in our community…
Arkansas Haiku Society founded in in one of the largest industries in our community,” Kleinman added.
1997, in the living room of former
Arkansas Poet Laureate Verna Lee
Hinegardner.

Dr. Paul Tucker served as
President until September 2017. Howard
Lee Kilby, the former National secretary
for the HSA, was co-founder along with
Paul and Suzanne Tucker, June Simmons, Melinda Herr-Chambliss and others.
There is no charge to attend the festival based on the premise that the
best things in life are free. This festival is supported by talented people across the
country who enjoy haiku. Kilby writes a haiku column for Ouachita Life, a free news
magazine available at several locations, including the Garland County Library. The
column has haiku contests with cash prizes. For more information, email: hkilby@
hotmail.com using HAIKU CONTEST in the subject line, or call 501-767-6096.

The Springs • November 2020 • 11

Master Gardeners -

Dwarf Pears are Space Savers

By Lin Johnson

Pears are one of the easiest, hardiest, and

productive of fruit trees. It can be tough finding Spa Running Festival’s

space for them. Dwarf varieties can come to the

rescue! Dwarfs are great for smaller spaces, but

big on flavor and production.  5K/10K Take Place Nov. 14

Dwarf trees can be planted with 10’ to

15’ of space, can be kept to 10’ to 12′ in height, The Spa Running

making it manageable to pick, prune and maintain. Add flavor to your landscape by Festival is an event for everyone
Planting pointers and 3 dwarf selections planting dwarf fruit trees.
... kids, walkers, beginners to
are as follows:
elite runners and those that like a
• Plant pears in fall, late winter or very early spring. At least two varieties for
challenge! This year will be the
good cross pollination and fruit set should be planted. Most nurseries have
39th running of the Spa 10K and
charts indicating which trees are best for cross pollinating.
it has been selected by the RRCA
• Plant with the top of the ball slightly above the soil line.
Grand Prix Series to be a State
• Dig the holes at least 4 to 6 inches larger than the planting container. Extra
Championship Race. The 5K is a
nutrients are not needed for good growth.
fast and flat course, and for both
• Finish by planting the top of the center roots slightly above ground (an inch or
walkers and runners! Are you up
so), helping the tree keep well drained at its core.
to the Challenge?
The well-known Bartlett pear produces juicy and sweet pears early on in their
With some adjustments to
growing cycle and Golden Bartletts are a good choice for planting. Hardy in zones 4
be COVID-19 compliant, they are
through 8, they can bear fruit early in their third full year of growth.
planning on having a “live” event
Considered self-pollinators, they produce better with a partner, and Moonglow
for the 10K and 5K Races and are
is recommended. It is also a great eating pear and hardy in zones 5 through 8, growing
excited to announce that the 2020
around 10’ in height. Spectacular bloom color in April to May and greenish-yellow fruit
Spa Running Festival Event is
with a slightly red tint are also noteworthy. SOLD OUT; therefore, there will The 10K and 5K races will both begin at
not be any onsite registration. 8:00am, Saturday, November 14.
A smaller pear, noted for juicy flavor and an excellent pollinator is the Seckel

pear. It is referred to as the candy pear and grows to about 10 feet at maturity. With this The 10K and 5k races

information, you can add perennial flavor to your landscape by planting dwarf fruit trees!  start and finish on Convention Blvd. in front of Embassy Suites. Due to COVID-19

Advanced Garland County Master Gardener, Lin Johnson, volunteers with GC corrals will be assigned with wave starts and social distancing will be implemented. 

Master Gardeners of the UofA Div. of Agriculture, Cooperative Ext. Service. Master Both races will start at 8:00 am and wave starts will be in 2-minute intervals. 

Gardeners pool skills and resources to improve home horticulture, stimulate interest in To stay informed about November’s event be sure to follow the Spa Running

plants and gardening, and encourage beautification. For more information, call 501- Festival on Facebook and Instagram and updates at  www.sparunningfestival.

623-6841 or email [email protected]. The University of Arkansas System Division of com.  Festival organizers will continue to monitor COVID-19 and keep the public

Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. informed as they move forward in planning the event.

NPC Opens Makerspace on Campus The Festival has received national recognition in the running community.

Runner’s World Magazine featured the Spa Running Festival in the November 2015

National Park College edition and the 10K received recognition in Runner’s World Bucket List: 10 Races

(NPC) recently opened the In or Near National Parks.

Makerspace, which was 2021 is the 40th anniversary of the Spa 10K and, also marks the 100th

relocated to NPC’s campus from anniversary of Hot Springs becoming a National Park. Spa Running Festival

Albert Pike Rd. organizers are planning something special for 2021 with all of the Spa Running

John Hogan, president Festival races back and better than ever!

of NPC, explained the vision to Thank you for your dedication and support of the Spa Running

create a space where students, Festival! For more information, please contact [email protected] or visit www.

employees, employers, and the sparunningfestival.com.

community could converge and Pictured (l-r) are Michael Karr, Mark McCorkle, Northwoods Full Moon
bring innovation to life. “This John Hogan, Robin Pelton, and Kelli Embry. Bike Ride November 29
is a place for students to learn
The Northwoods Full Moon Rides are a don't miss event for our biking
through free access to emerging technologies, software and other tools. Our goal is to community and everyone's invited! Come ride with us!

enhance learning by providing open source opportunities to explore through hands-on, After each ride, the stoke continues with a little grillin' and tunes! Don’t
miss out... our community is growing and we want YOU to be a part of it! The rides
real-world projects that cross all disciplinary boundaries.” will be no drop beginner to intermediate routes. The routes will depend on the skill
level of the participants. Each ride will last for around an hour on the trails.
“Our success as a college is determined by our commitment to original thinking
Riders will meet at the Waterworks Trailhead, 300 Pineland Drive, at
and problem-solving and the Makerspace is emblematic of NPC’s character as a hub for 6:00 pm, and begin the ride by 6:30 pm. All riders must have a mountain bike
in working order, helmet, front light, back-up light source, and water to hydrate.
innovation and creativity. I am excited to see what pioneering projects and ideas emerge Come shred with us by the light of the moon!!!! (Insert howl)

from this new space,” Hogan added. Who: All mountain bikers/All skill levels
What: Full Moon Rides.
Mark Conry, owner of Jaeco Orthopedics discussed the importance of the Where: Northwoods, Waterworks Trailhead.
When: Meet @ 6:00 pm, Ride @ 6:30 pm
Makerspace for small businesses and how it can help them to best invest their capital. How much: FREE.
Why: Full moons are awesome-mountain bikes are too.
“Oftentimes we want to be able to do innovative things to make new products, but to go *Contingent on weather, Follow Northwoods Trails
- Hot Springs Trail Conditions group for weather updates
out and invest in machinery and tools in order to do that is sometimes very challenging leading up to each event. Next ride - Wednesday, December 30

for small businesses.  The Makerspace has allowed me to use their rapid prototyping

products, 3D printers...to have access to that along with the expertise they are able to

provide to small businesses has been very helpful to me.”

Vice President for Workforce and Strategic Initiatives, Kelli Embry said the

space was established in 2015 with a regional workforce grant from the Arkansas

Department of Higher Education, which provided more than $1 million over the past five

years and has served more than 10,000 individuals.

Information about the Makerspace and membership opportunities is available

at np.edu/makerspace.

12 • The Springs • November 2020

Teaching Children Members of the Spa City “Senior” Tap Dancers (l-r): Marlene Gremillion, Pattie
Genovese, JoAnn Dobscha, Karen Reese, Darlene Whitwell, Vinny Anderson, Alice
to Be Kind Canham, Lynette Gates, Leah Servais, Dixie Ford, Joan Clinton and Maria Roubik.

By Alison Crane ‘Senior’ Tappers Need
November 13th is World Kindness Day. It is also my son’s 20th birthday.
Your Vote for Lupus
That his birth would fall on a day that encourages the whole world to focus on being
kind to others is fitting, since he is one of the kindest people I know. The Spa City Senior Tappers, a Hot Springs performing group who cumulatively
are 841 years young, have made it to the Semi-Finals in the age category 60+ of the 4th
When he was younger, people would chase me down to tell me of some Annual Lupus Foundation of Arkansas’ Statewide Talent Show. The talent show is a
kind act he had done or how much they loved his compassionate ways. This was 3-day virtual fundraising event beginning at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 7, on the
particularly gratifying since there was a time that I was not sure he was going to live Lupus website, www.lupusarktalentshow.com.
past age four, because I was going to kill him.
The Tappers are asking for the public’s vote and support by accessing the
My husband and I learned early on that we had to be very pro-active with semi-final round for a $10 donation online. The donation goes directly to the Arkansas
him in the areas of maintaining a schedule and role modeling. In many ways trying Lupus Foundation and entitles the public to vote as many times as they want for each
to teach him to be kind made us better people, because our little guy was always age category until the close of voting at 9:00 am, Sunday, November 8. There will be one
watching and mimicking us. finalist from each age category selected to move on to the final round. Anyone can vote.

Seeing our failures in a small boy was very educating. Fortunately, we had The final round premiers on www.lupusarktalentshow.com, Sunday, November
a whole army of people who invested in our son to help him grow and learn the 8 at 10:00 am and the public is encouraged to vote by 9:00 am Monday, November 9.
ways of kindness and he proved to be a quick learner (for the most part).
The public will choose the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Winners. Winners will be
One of the nicest things about kindness is that one can learn to be kind awarded cash prizes of $1000 for 1st, $500 for 2nd and $200 for 3rd. Your $10 donation
at any age and it really does not cost anything but a little effort and mindfulness. covers all phases of competition voting.
Here are some of the ways we learned were most effective at helping our children
be kind. The Tappers ask that you help spread the word to donate and vote through social
media. You do not have to live in Arkansas to vote!! All funds raised stay in Arkansas
• Role Model Kindness – Since we are our child’s first teacher, we teach and are used to help educate and provide lupus awareness to lupus patients and the public
them best by role modeling what we want them to do. This means the throughout the state.
grownups share, use good manners, etc. If being kind is the “norm” for
your home, then they will grow in that direction. For questions or to book the Spa City Senior Tappers for upcoming performances,
contact Pattie Genovese at [email protected].
• Tone Is Everything – If our words are spoken with a tone of kindness and
not harshness or sarcasm, then our children learn to respond in that same Garvan Gardens Has
tone. Unkind words will easily come out of little mouths and often at the Expanded Its Winter Hours
most embarrassing moments.
Garvan Woodland Gardens,
• Suggest Ways to Be Kind – Kindness does not come naturally for most
people and suggesting actions that would be kind, such as sharing located at 550 Arkridge Road, will be open
toys or helping someone to do a task, can help your children to see the
possibilities. Reading a picture book about kindness can also help your from 10 am - 6 pm daily. The Chipmunk
child think of the possibilities as well as understand what actions are
not kind. Cafe will be open 11 am - 3 pm daily.

• Engage in Small Acts of Kindness – Involving your child in an act of Admission to the Gardens is by
kindness for family members and others allows him or her to have a
good feeling about being kind. Acts of kindness tend to multiply and EXACT CASH or CREDIT CARD only.
grow.
As always, members are admitted free.
If you would like more ways to teach your child about kindness, consider
trying our Family Time Tips at https://www.uaex.edu/life-skills-wellness/personal- Please bring your membership card and
family-well-being/parenting/. Follow the Garland County Extension on Facebook
at https://www.facebook.com/GarlandExtensionHomeLife, or call 501-623-6841, photo ID for admission. Golf Cart tours
for more parenting tips. “A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all
the difference.” Eeyore (Winnie the Pooh) will be available on a limited basis. Cost

Alison Crane is a Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with the Garland is $15 per person in addition to admission.
County Extension Service. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
offers all its Extension and Research programs to all eligible persons without regard The Gardens continues to Visit the beauty of the Gardens in the fall.
to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, maintain social distancing rules and
age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally
protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  enhanced cleaning procedures throughout the property. Visitors are REQUIRED to

wear face masks inside the restrooms and Welcome Center/Gift Shop. While visitors are

outdoors, masks should be worn where 6-foot distancing is not possible, such as standing

in line at the cafe.

The interiors of Anthony Chapel and the Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Center remain

closed to the public at this time. Restrooms at the Grooms Quarters and Brides Hall are

also closed to the public.

Admission prices: $15 ages 13 and up, $5 ages 4-12, free ages 0-3, dogs on

short leash $5 each. For more information, Facebook: Garvan Woodlands Gardens, or

visit Garvan Gardens.

The Springs • November 2020 • 13

14 • The Springs • November 2020 Karen Watson Reeves demonstrates Sunbird Pose which is easily modified to be
accessible to almost everyone. Photography - Fred Padilla

Yoga: Benefits of
Sunbird Pose

By Karen Watson Reeves
This pose must be one of my favorites, because I don’t teach many classes

without working it into the sequence. And one reason I work it into the sequence
is because it is accessible (barring knee or wrist injuries) to almost everyone.

It is easily modified to be more challenging by bending the extended leg
and reaching the extended arm behind to hold the foot or ankle, thus creating a
balancing back bend from table top position. For a beginner, one can extend just
the leg for a few breaths and then change by extending just the arm.

I tell my students that Sunbird pose has it all! The three major benefits of
yoga are strength building, becoming more flexible, and better balanced. Sunbird
(also called Balancing Table) strengthens the abdominals, arms, wrists, shoulders,
back, and glutes.

The legs, arms, and spine become more flexible as the practitioner is
stretching these body parts as the pose is held. Balance is improved, and focus
is required to bring the center of the body to stillness while extending opposite
arm and leg. Balance is also cultivated between focused attention and relaxed
awareness.

The setting for my Sunbird Pose is a special room in the Historic District
where I have been teaching (so many) virtual classes recently. I call it “my yoga
room,” but the astute observer will notice all the Tai Chi objects and décor.

And you really can’t miss that I am surrounded by crystals. There is a
lot of good energy in this Tai Chi/crystal/yoga room, and I am grateful to Fred
Padilla for not only being an amazing photographer, but also for sharing his
space. It makes centering easier because there are many objects to focus on. And
as I practice Sunbird, fatigue, stress, and tension are relieved, perhaps the best of
all the benefits!

Karen Watson Reeves has called Hot Springs home since 2006. She
became a registered yoga teacher and a registered children’s yoga teacher
in 2011. She has taught children and family yoga in many settings and would
welcome an opportunity to help your family stay physically active during this time
of quarantine. She owns The Yoga Place, is on the Hot Springs YMCA teaching
staff, is an adjunct instructor at National Park College, as well as teaching in
several other fabulous venues. www.TheYogaPlaceHS.com.

Flavor 101:
How to Give Thanks Gratitude and Appreciation
By Eve Victory

We all are well aware of how COVID-19 has By Peggy Lindsey
affected the school year, graduation ceremonies, trips to
the doctor, and even grocery shopping. It has upset every In this month of Thanksgiving, how easy it is to move into the space of gratitude
given all we have gone through in 2020. We cherish the very simple things we once had
aspect of the daily life we have come to take granted. Pumpkin Scones taken for granted, and because much was lost to us for a period of time, we learned quite
Surely, I am not the only one wondering how quickly to be grateful for those precious things in our lives . . . health, freedom, and most
of all, connection.
to deal with the holidays. Halloween drive-through
Our year revealed to us heroes we also took for granted, but whom we now have
will be strange enough, let alone Thanksgiving and Christmas. So how do we go a much greater appreciation . . . the front line healthcare workers who cared for the influx
about finding ways to engender closeness this Thanksgiving? How, in fact, do we of patients, the truckers who drove long and hard, their semis filled with food and supplies
give thanks? Here are some tips on how to make a family holiday a celebration, when our pantries and shelves were bare, the grocery store clerks and restaurant workers
who took precautions to ensure meals could be obtained, the police officers who continue
despite our current limitations. to strive to keep us safe amidst the chaos, and firefighters who, even now, battle the raging
Share “sensory” experiences - Agree to have each household light infernos in our western states.

pumpkin vanilla scented candles or play [insert appropriate musician here] on So now our challenge is extending these feelings of appreciation into action in
our own personal circles. Here are a few suggestions: To recognize the good qualities in
Pandora in the background during meals to create a sense of unity. others and openly share your gratitude with them. To write a note of thanks to the person
Cook family recipes – Email everyone Grandma’s dressing recipe and who helped you. If someone warrants acknowledgment, then letting the person’s superior
or colleague know so that he/she receives the recognition they deserve. Do you see how
send each other pics and videos of the outcomes. incredibly important it is to generate this positive flow of thankfulness that can bring joy
to another’s life?
Make a Basket of Gratitude - Direct your relatives to put a Basket of
Gratitude in a central place in their homes. On your Thanksgiving Day zoom, read Offering our gratitude and appreciation is a gift we give ourselves as well. Not
the slips of paper to each other. only do these expressions decrease stress within our physical, emotional, and mental
bodies, they also generate the feelings of goodwill and love in our lives.
Send a care package – Whip up batches of pumpkin baked goodness and
ship them to your relatives so everyone is eatin-g the same thing for breakfast. (See As Voltaire once stated, “Appreciation is a wonderful thing. It makes what is
below for one of my family’s favorites.) excellent in others belong to us as well.” So, as we gather around our Thanksgiving feasts
with family and friends, maybe take a few mindful moments to gaze at those we love and
Even though COVID-19 may prevent large gatherings, be creative and notice the wonderful qualities in them which we truly appreciate and are grateful for!
think of ways to connect. No matter what befalls us, there is always something for
which to be grateful. This year, I am thankful for the technology to see and share our Peggy Lindsey is a Master Teacher of Arcing Light Energy Healing, a
Professional Life Coach, and an Angel Intuitive. Peggy’s passion is assisting others on
family traditions, even if it will only be virtually. Happy Thanksgiving. their journey toward happy, healthy lives by empowering them to live more joyfully and
consciously. She created her business On Angels’ Wings Healing and Coaching in 2012
PUMPKIN SCONES MAPLE GLAZE and currently practices in Sedona, Arizona. She can be reached at 928-273-8447. For
more info, visit www.onangelswingshealing.com.
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
Happiness Actions:
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 1/3 cup pure maple syrup

2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon pinch salt, to taste

1 and 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, frozen

1/3 cup + 2 Tablespoons heavy cream, divided
1 large egg
1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree, blotted to remove excess moisture

1/2 cup light brown sugar Breaking Your Deserve Barrier
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Coarse sugar for sprinkling on top before baking. Optional: dried cranberries By Christi Nation

INSTRUCTIONS You know that feeling when you are about to succeed,
Preheat oven to 400°F. Adjust baking rack to the middle-low position. Line 1
and something suddenly happens to derail it? That can be the
or 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mat(s). If making
“Deserve Barrier” stopping you because you feel you don’t
mini scones, I use 2 baking sheets. Set aside.
Make the scones: Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, actually deserve your goal. 

and salt in a large bowl. Grate frozen butter (I use a b​ ox grater)​. Add grated butter You may have been conditioned in childhood that

to flour mixture and combine it with a p​ astry cutter,​ a fork, or your fingers until the you can only attain a certain level of success hearing scripts
mixture comes together in pea-sized crumbs. (Optional: add cranberries.)
or programming like, “People with money are just broke
Whisk 1/3 cup heavy cream, egg, pumpkin, brown sugar, and vanilla in a small
on a higher level.” Or, “They may look happy, but they are

bowl. Drizzle over flour mixture, then mix it all together until it appears moistened. probably miserable behind closed doors.”
With floured hands, work dough into a ball and transfer onto a floured work surface.
Press into an 8” disc. With a very sharp knife, cut into 8 equal wedges. For smaller Some of you could be afraid of enjoying positive

scones, press dough into two 5” discs and cut each into 8 equal wedges. energy for any extended period of time being afraid something Christi Nation, Author of
Place scones at least 2” apart on baking sheet(s). Using a p​ astry brush,​ brush bad will happen. This is the habit of waiting for the other shoe Happiness Actions
to drop. The success-snatching culprit is the subconscious
scones with remaining heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake the larger
mind replaying negative scripts, convincing you that you do not deserve the success you

scones for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. desire.
If you made 16 smaller scones, bake for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
Until next time, here are your Happiness Actions:
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes as you prepare the icing.
1. Ask yourself if you are stopping short in the progress of your relationship,

Make the glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter and maple syrup, job, or finances because you do not feel you deserve it.
whisking occasionally. Once butter has melted, remove from heat and whisk in the
sifted confectioners’ sugar. Add a pinch of salt to taste. Drizzle over warm scones. 2. To find out how to stop the subconscious from sabotaging your success, visit

our Productivity Nation website at www.ProductivityNation.com and find

A native New Yorker, Eve Victory has called Hot Springs home since 2003. out how to Break Your Deserve Barrier.
Working for years as an event and tradeshow planner and personal chef, Eve is
currently the Hospitality and Tourism Instructor at National Park College. For Christi Nation is the President of Nation Training & Development (NTD). 

Productivity Nation is an NTD program that helps increase profits, productivity, and

information on how to turn your education into a career in the second largest peace of mind. 
industry in Hot Springs, contact Eve at [email protected].
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