January 2022

About the Cover...

Our 30th Anniversary!

The Springs Magazine’s 30th
Anniversary cover is a tribute
to the many artists, festivals,
celebrations, beautiful people, and
to the remarkable history of the Hot
Springs community. The creativity,
diversity, and talent harbored in
our town have given us plenty to
report on over the years.

There are so many people to
thank for making this possible.

To Sonja Lash and Diana
Hampo, whose vision was the
beginning of this wild ride.

Of course, our advertisers,
without whom 30 years of
FREE issues could never have
happened.

To Sonja, for the many years she managed to keep the magazine
vital and relevant to our readers.

To our readers, who have picked up The Springs at grocery stores,
restaurants, doctor’s offices, and at hundreds of businesses over the years.

To the hard-working folks who have delivered tens of thousands of our
magazines, regardless of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

To the fantastic salespeople who have built long-term relationships with
our ad clients.

A very special tip of the hat must go to our patient and talented cover
designer – Richard Stephens. While we’ve had imaginative covers designed
by others over the years, Richard was with us at the very beginning and since
1993, has created over 300 of our covers, taking our concepts and bringing
them to life, giving us a superb history of Hot Springs and its diverse events.

Thank you to everyone who has had a hand in keeping us on the
racks…and especially to all of you who have provided the content that fills our
pages. You people are AMAZING! And we’re looking forward to finding out
what the future holds!

The Springs Magazine • January 2022 • 2

Arkansas Shorts
Expands to Two Days

in 2022

Low Key Arts' 15th annual Arkansas Shorts Short Film Festival will take
place Saturday and Sunday, January 8-9, 2022, returning once again to the historic
Malco Theatre. The festival will expand - for the first time in its history - from one
night to two full days of short films, workshops, and parties!

While the program consists primarily of work from Arkansas filmmakers,
the festival will also feature films from across the country and around the world. 

Low Key Arts’ 2021 was the busiest year to date for its popular hands-on
filmmaking program, producing 3½ hours of films over the past nine months.

“In partnership with the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival’s
Documentary Boot Camp as well as our own Sketch Comedy workshop this summer,
this year’s sessions resulted in some of the most powerful and moving work yet
produced in the program, and are the foundation for what will be an unforgettable
weekend,” says Low Key Arts Executive Director, Sonny Kay.

All films produced in Low Key Arts' Inception to Projection Filmmaking
Program will have their world premieres January 8-9. 

“Arkansas Shorts has been bursting at the seams the past few years as
we have seen such growth and enthusiasm from our regional filmmakers,” says
Film Program Director, Jen Gerber. “It seems the time spent in quarantine the past
two years has resulted in a tremendous outpouring of creative energy, therefore
we decided this was the year to expand from a one-night event into a weekend of
screenings.”

During this eventful weekend, Arkansas Shorts will feature aspects of
the Inception to Projection program with robust filmmaking workshops to help
encourage, inspire and challenge filmmakers of every level. 

Complete schedule, info, and tickets are available at www.lowkeyarts.org.

Inaugural Baseball Tourney Set
for Majestic Park Feb 3-6

Nine college baseball teams from

four states will compete February 3 – 6,

2022, to inaugurate tournament play at the

new Majestic Park baseball complex in Hot

Springs.

The tournament will be named the

Dugan Invitational Tournament in honor of

Majestic Park hosts first Mike Dugan, the late Hot Springs baseball
tournament in February. historian who spearheaded the creation of
Majestic Park, according to Visit Hot Springs

CEO Steve Arrison.

“Teams from Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi and Oklahoma will compete

in the first of what will become a long list of tournaments to be held on this amazing

baseball facility,” Majestic Park General Manager Derek Phillips said. “We’ll have

2021 conference champions and conference runners-up competing in a first-class

tournament setting. South Arkansas University and Henderson State University,

both will be on hand. Henderson State’s participation is especially significant

because Mike Dugan was the former sports information director at HSU.”

3 • The Springs Magazine • January 2022

2020 Mardi Gras Costume Ball & Contest Winners

Jazz Society Presents
9th Annual Mardi Gras

The Hot Springs Jazz Society presents the 9th annual Mardi Gras Costume
Ball and Contest on Saturday, February 26, 2022, in Hotel Hot Springs’ Grand
Ballroom with presenting sponsor Lara’s Jewelry and Design.

After being postponed due to Covid-19, the Mardi Gras Costume Ball and
Contest is back with Queen Beth and King Richard for a Royal Celebration. Great
costumes will abound and some will win prize money after an applause judging.

Delta Brass Express and the largest dance floor in Hot Springs is where
you’ll want to spend your evening. That is, when you aren’t checking out the luxury
silent auction or the elaborate Mardi Gras costumers competing to win first prize.

Back is One of Your Favorites – Restaurant Certificates packed in
envelopes for sale at $40 per envelope – guaranteed to be worth $50 or more. This
year we will be providing Mardi Gras food like Gumbo, Shrimp & Grits, Muffuletta
Sliders, Bread Pudding and more with, of course, adult libations for sale.

Joining Queen Beth and King Richard are Duchess Sonja and Duke Ike
Eisenhauer for a night of Fun and Support for the Hot Springs Jazz Society.

All this fun for $70 per ticket; Reserved Tables of 10 for $700. Get your
friends together for a table and preferred dance-floor (or whatever your preference
is) seating. For information and tickets: www.HSJazzSociety.org, or 501-627-2425.

Clay Model of
Babe Ruth Statue Revealed

Pennsylvania sculptor Chad Fisher showed a
one-sixth-size clay model of the eight-foot bronze statue
of baseball legend Babe Ruth that will be installed at the
city’s new Majestic Park baseball complex. The statue
depicts Ruth in his New York Yankee’s uniform swinging
the bat and watching the ball sail toward the outfield fence.

“We had a great gathering of Hot Springs residents
eager to see what the full-size statue will look like and to
honor Dr. Muldoon, the Hamby Family and Mr. Beasley,”
Visit Hot Springs CEO Steve Arrison said. “It was really
wonderful to get an up-close look at the model and to see
folks turn out to honor our three donors for stepping up to
the plate to make this artwork possible.”

Work is nearing completion on the Majestic Park complex. It is a five-field
complex located on the site of the former Hot Springs Boys and Girls Club and was
the site of one of the first spring training sites in Major League Baseball history.

For more information contact Steve Arrison at 501-321-2027.



The Springs Magazine • January 2022 • 6

JANUARY ART MATTERS • GALLERY WALK #389

Friday • Jan 7 • At The Springs Magazine, we’re wondering
what’s in store for the Hot Springs arts community in 2022.
What new delights are we likely to discover? Whatever it may
be, let’s be sure to remember in 2022… “Shop Locally!” and “Tip
Generously!” And celebrate with the Galleries the first Friday of
each month from 5 until 9 PM.
Patrons enjoy visiting with artists, entertainment, refreshments,
a huge selection of paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry, and
much more! Come meet the artists. Learn more about their work.
When you give the gift of art, you are giving a gift of connection between yourself,
the artist, and the receiver.
AMERICAN ART GALLERY
724 Central • 501-624-0550
Featuring horsetail hair ornaments, pine needle baskets, and pottery
by Valerie Hanks-Goetz. Wood ornaments, cutting boards by J And
J Wood Shop. Wall art by Jimmy Leach, Margaret Kipp, and Patricia
Bailey. Southwest Jewelry.  Kinkade open & limited edition work.
Price range from $1 to $18,000. Mon-Sat, 10-5 PM.

ARTISTS’ WORKSHOP GALLERY • OPEN FOR GALLERY WALK!
610A Central • 501-623-6401 • ArtistsWorkshopGallery.com
Members Exhibit, featuring the work of all 28 of the gallery’s
members. Paintings range from the ethereal to the realistic, in a
variety of mediums—watercolor, acrylic, pastel, and oil, in many
different genres: abstract, landscape, still life, figurative, and more.
The gallery also features fabric art, pottery, glassworks, small sculptures, journals,
jewelry and note cards—something for every art lover. In addition, the Miniatures
exhibit will be on display in January. Lakeside High School art students will also be
exhibiting their artwork in the gallery through February.
Mon & Wed-Sat: 10AM-5PM Sun: 12PM-5PM.

DRYDEN ART POTTERY STUDIO/GALLERY
341 Whittington • 501-623-4201 • DrydenPottery.com
The 3rd 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, 10 AM-3 PM.

EMERGENT ARTS
341A Whittington
501-655-0836 • emergentarts.org
Circle Gallery will not be open for January Gallery Walk.

ESTHER’S GALLERY & GIFTS
305 East Broadway • 501-762-9386 • esthersgalleryhs.com
Come see our newest gallery - an elegantly urban and ever-changing
2000 sq. ft. art gallery. If you’re interested in showing at the gallery,
please call. Tue-Sat: 10 AM – 4 PM. Or by Appointment.

JUSTUS FINE ART GALLERY
827A Central • 501-321-2335 • JustusFineArt.com
The New Year’s Exhibit at Justus Fine Art Gallery, will feature
work by Mark Blaney, Kristin DeGeorge, Mike Elsass, Robyn Horn,
Dolores Justus, Michael Francis Reagan, Tony Saladino, Sandra
Sell, Gary Simmons, Gene Sparling, Rebecca Thompson, Elizabeth
Weber, Steven Wise, and others. Owned by artist Dolores Justus, the Gallery offers a
wide range of original art including sculpture, paintings, ceramics, photography, and
more by recognized artists. 10 AM–5 PM, Wed-Sat, and by appointment.

WHITTINGTON GALLERY
307 Whittington Ave • 501-607-0214
Circle Gallery will not be open for January Gallery Walk. Watch for
their reopening in February.

THE WAREHOUSE
301 East Broadway • 501-538-0399 • PamsPartyRentals.com
Visit the Pop-up gallery during Gallery Walk from 6-9 PM, featuring
live music, local artists, diverse exhibits, fantastic finger food, and
beverages.

7 • The Springs Magazine • January 2022

Start a New Year with
Help from the Library

By Erin Baber

A quick Google search for common

New Year’s resolutions brings up many versions

of the following: exercise more, learn a new

skill or hobby, save more money, and live life

to the fullest. Whether you have grand plans to

live a healthier lifestyle or to get organized, the

Library has got you covered with everything

you need to make keeping your resolutions

easier than ever.

We’ll tackle a few of these common

resolutions to show you how the Library can

help. The most common - exercise, lose weight,

get in better shape. The Library has hundreds

of books and DVDs on nutrition, cooking,

exercise, fitness, and other helpful subjects. Use

the Library’s resources to download music and

Erin Baber, Public Relations audiobooks to help motivate exercise time.
Coordinator. Next resolution - learn a new skill.

Easy. Besides the thousands of books about a

vast variety of hobbies we have, we also provide free access to sites like CreativeBug

and Mango Languages. CreativeBug is a paid website for art and craft video lessons.

Your GC Library card grants you free access. Same with Mango Languages - you

can learn up to 70 different languages with a free-to-you account.

Now that we’re healthier and have taken up a few new hobbies, it’s time to

save money. Your library card is paid for with your annual property taxes. All you

need to do is come and apply for a card and start using the library to the fullest -

borrow books and movies, download ebooks, use free educational resources, ditch

Netflix and start using Hoopla, borrow fishing poles, check out a cake pan, stream

music online, and on and on. Opt in to our free delivery service and we’ll even save

you on gas.

The Garland County Library is located at 1427 Malvern Avenue in Hot

Springs. Learn about everything the library offers, including free delivery, ebooks,

special events, and more at www.gclibrary.com.

Erin Baber is Public Relations Coordinator at the Garland County Library.

The “Real” World...

January brings a new beginning - every

year! What will it bring for you? Perhaps new

friendships, business opportunities, a new home ... who

knows?

The most important thing is that any property you

Kelly & Wayne own receives its regular and continued maintenance.
“Team Thomason” With that being said - January’s checklist includes:

store all holiday gifts and decorations properly; create
a home inventory for insurance purposes (even a video is better than nothing);

prepare for winter storms; organize closets; inspect plumbing; clean the places

you don’t normally clean; tighten hardware; check smoke detectors; clean the

garden; replace HVAC filters; clean the range hood; clean out dryer vent; deep

clean refrigerator (including coils); and replenish first aid kit.

Please call Wayne or Kelly Thomason, with Hot Springs 1st Choice, to help

you start, or continue, your property ownership journey.

The Springs Magazine • January 2022 • 8

Cast of Murder of the Classic Monsters. Paul Lowe, T.J. Griffith, Steve Freeman,
Lynn Janaskie, Frank Janaskie.

Murder In

the Land Of Oz

The Land of OZ is in turmoil. Dorothy Gail, from Kansas, has been
murdered and no one knows who did it. Could it be Glenda, the good witch?
Elphaba, the wicked witch of the west, The Scarecrow, The Tin Man, The Cowardly
Lion, or even Toto? Why would anyone kill Dorothy!

The Murder and Macabre Mystery Dinner Theater is hosting another WHO
DUNIT for Valentine’s Weekend, February 11 and 12, 2022, at the Porterhouse
Steakhouse, located at 707 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, Arkansas. The Porterhouse
will cater an all-you-can-eat buffet.

Bring your loved one or make it a ladies’ night out for this fun-filled
evening. A cash bar will be available.

Reservations are required and you must be 21 or older to attend. For
questions and reservations call Lynn at 501-627-5534. (Due to COVID, if
cancellations occur on our part, all money will be refunded.)

Wildcat Marathon
Mountain Bike Race

The Wildcat Marathon and

Northwoods Enduro is back Saturday,

February 12, for the second annual

event in Hot Springs.

The event will be in

conjunction with the Southern Enduro

Tour Stop #2 - the Northwoods Enduro.

There will be a coveted King & Queen The Marathon will be around 45 miles.
award for the top male and female who

take on both the Wildcat Marathon and the Northwoods Enduro.

The Marathon will be an amazing 22 Mile Lap. The Cedar Glades trails

will be combined with the Northwoods trails for tons of fast singletrack, machine

cut trail, loads of speed, and tough climbs, and some awesome updates with new

trails that have been built recently. The marathon will be around 45 miles (2 loops),

some healthy climbing, and the half-marathon option (Mildcat - 1 loop). The final

distance will be updated closer to the event. After-party at Superior Bathhouse

Brewery!

For details visit www.slaughtertrailguides.com/wildcat-marathon.

9 • The Springs Magazine • January 2022

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

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 Family Dollar
Neighborhood shopping
Majestic Lawn 500 Block Park Ave 700 Block Park Ave
Historic landmark Coffee House 2 Blocks
North Star Liquor/Big A’s Liquor Gotta Be Sharp Craft Coffee Roastery
200 Block Park Ave Wine, beer & spirits Resale shop
Bailey’s Dairy Treat Northwoods Trail Connector
Tootsies One of three drive-ins in town Emma Lee’s 800 Block Park Ave Pullman Avenue short cut to
Pet sitting, DIY dog bath & dog gifts Simple but Effective Cutz Soul Food restaurant Northwoods Urban Forest Trail
Barbershop
300 Block Park Ave The Arrangement David F. Watkins Memorial Park 900 Block Park Ave
600 Block Park Ave Florist Community Park & amphitheater
The Legendary Vapors 910 Park Avenue Food Court
Event & live music venue Park Haven Community Garden Park Avenue Fire Station 1884 Wildwood Bed & Breakfast A beautiful neighborhood venue
Community vegetable garden for gatherings and food events
400 Block Park Ave Haven United Methodist Golden Raised Donuts Bed and breakfast
Thrift Store 1000 Block Park Ave
Air-FX Bargains galore Donuts and breakfast pastries Parkway Court
Heating & air conditioning Dame Fortune’s Cottage Court Red Light Roastery Coffee House
Historic boutique motel. Modern Arkansas Tower Motel Daily, weekly, monthly Small batch, craft coffee roastery
The Hot Springy Dingy amenities. Vintage-inspired design
Gifts, jewelry, costume rentals Short-Dodson House/Tower Motel Bower Motel Larkmartin Soaps
Handmade soaps and lotions
Redbeard’s Living Canvas E-Z Mart Epic Cabinets & Design
Tattoos & piercings Fast stop Countertops, cabinets & accessories 1010 Liquor
The Gold Inn Wine, beer & spirits
RED LIGHT ROASTERY Quaint Uptown motel Spa City Cycling Sales & Service
Bike service, repair, and parts Gold-Inn
Cottage Court
Budget Inn/Relax Inn

Lynwood Motel

Shell Gas Station
Fuel and convenience store

The Springs Magazine • January 2022 • 10

Oaklawn January Schedule

Follow Oaklawn Racing
Casino Resort on Facebook,
Twitter, and Instagram for up-
to-date news and reminders for
promotions, events, entertainment.

Also, keep up with your
points, offers, and tier status
by downloading the Oaklawn
Rewards App on your mobile Oaklawn’s 2022 live race meet runs through May 8.
device. For more information or a
complete list of promotions, visit www.oaklawn.com, or call 501-623-4411.

Grandstand seats are on sale for the entire live meet (Dec 3 – May 8). Online
sales only - no walk-up or door sales. Dining Reservations for Post Parade and Carousel
are available Tuesday – Sunday 9 am-4 pm. Call 501-363-4660.

Mayor Pat McCabe issues a proclamation declaring May 1, Henry Glover Day JANUARY SPECIAL DATES
in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Jan 1: New Year’s Day – Smarty Jones Stakes Racing,

Hot Springs…The Small 1st Annual Oaklawn Birthday Bash Racing, Purple Reign Concert 7 pm
Jan 8: Pippin Stakes Racing, Jockey Meet N Greet, NY New Ride Drawing 6-10 pm,
Town Where BIG Dreams
Pigskin Picks Last Day
Are Made… Jan 15: Fifth Season Stakes Racing, NY New Ride Drawing 6-10 pm
By Sherry Glover Thompson Jan 22: American Beauty Stakes Racing, NY New Ride Drawing 6-10 pm
Jan 29: Southwest Stakes, Martha Washington Stakes, King Cotton Stakes Racing,
In a faraway enchanted land,
NY New Ride Drawing 6-10 pm
nestled among Arkansas’s Ouachita
STAKES RACES
Mountains with gently streaming thermal Jan 1: Smarty Jones Stakes, $250,000 Purse
Jan 8: Pippin Stakes, $150,000 Purse
waters that cover a pristine landscape, Jan 15: Fifth Season Stakes, $150,000 Purse
Jan 22: American Beauty Stakes, $150,000 Purse
topped off with an array of natural beauty Jan 29: Southwest Stakes, $750,000 Purse

that surrounds the quaint resort town of Hot Martha Washington Stakes, $200,000 Purse
King Cotton Stakes, $150,000 Purse
Springs…
DAILY EVENTS
Folks from all walks of life and TUES: Oaklawn will host 50+ Frenzy from 12-8 pm. All Oaklawn Rewards

across the global ponds have come here to members age 50 and older will be eligible for a discount menu at Big Al’s and a
scratch-off card for Free Play up to $500.
Henry Glover, a Hot Springs native, relax and rejuvenate in the bubbling mineral
WED: Humpday Hot Seat promotion. 4-9 pm. Guests actively playing with
was renowned as a songwriter, springs for decades. Yes, Hot Springs is a their Oaklawn Rewards card will qualify for this promotion. The Fun Squad will
electronically draw a machine bank location every 15 minutes. The Fun Squad will
record producer, and trumpet player. small town where BIG dreams are made… locate the machines and record all active playing guests. Once the active player is
verified, the guest will play Plinko to determine their free play prize.
In May of this year, Hot Springs
THUR: Hot Springs Village Days. Guests show HSV ID or POA card to be
paid tribute to my father, Henry B. Glover, as we celebrated the 100th anniversary of eligible for a discount menu at Big Al’s and a scratch-off card worth up to $500 in Free
Play.
his birth. Thanks to the extensive research of Stephen Koch, the longtime host of the
FRI: Girls Night Out continues. Female guests will be eligible for a $5 drink
weekly radio show “Arkansongs,” who opened the hidden treasure chest into his life. menu offered at the First Turn Bar from 5-10 pm. 100 ladies will win $100 in the GNO
Drawing, 6-10 pm.
“Henry Glover had deep roots in Hot Springs,” Koch says, “His dad worked
SAT: Oaklawn will host a New Year, New Ride promotion from Jan. 8-
at the Quapaw Bath & Spa and his grandmother ran a boarding house.” Jan. 29, 6-10 pm. Guests must swipe their Oaklawn Rewards Cards at any of the
promotional kiosks to activate their entries on the day of the drawing.
Koch brought his story to life when he contacted the Hot Springs Area
Weekly drawings will reward 5 guests with $100 in free play, every 10
Cultural Alliance (HSACA) about recognizing one of their renowned, homegrown minutes. Then at 10 pm, 5 Rewards Members will win $1,000 in free play as well
as qualify for the car drawing. Qualifiers on Jan. 8 & 15 will be entered for the Ford
sons in the music industry. F-150 on Jan. 15. Qualifiers on Jan. 22 & 29 will be entered for the Ford Expedition
on Jan. 29. Car Drawings will be held on Sat., Jan. 15 & Jan. 29.
According to Mary Zunick, HSACA’s Executive Director, “The more I
Jockey Meet N Greet! Jockeys will be set up when doors open to sign
learned about him, the more it became apparent that we needed to celebrate his life autographs and take pictures with guests. Dates include; Sat. Jan. 8, Sat. Feb. 5, Sat.
Mar. 5.
and accomplishments.”
Thoroughbred Birthday Bash; Birthday treats, party hats, and cups will be
After much effort and in the aftermath of the pandemic, the dream was given to the first 1,000 people at each entrance. Vic, Oaklawn’s Track Announcer, will
explain the reason for the celebration and lead everyone in singing “Happy Birthday.”
realized when the City of Hot Springs inducted him into the Arkansas Walk of Fame

along famous Bathhouse Row and named a small park “Henry Glover Way ” after him.

Mayor Pat McCabe, in a mayoral proclamation, declared May 21, Henry Glover Day

in Hot Springs, and presented me with the coveted “Key to the City!”

Yes, indeed! Hot Springs is a small town where BIG dreams are made and

for this native four-generation offspring, it’s a dream that finally came true. Thanks

to everyone who made this possible. We’re looking forward to making many more

dreams come true for you, too, in 2022. Stay in touch with us.

11 • The Springs Magazine • January 2022

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. MacKenzie’s Extraordinary Gift Shoppe JUSTUS ART GALLERY
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
Organic & local for breakfast & lunch Historic hotel, largest hotel in AR It’s All About Rocks Gangster Museum of America
The Colonial Pancake & Waffle House Starbucks Coffee (Arlington) Rocks & unique merchandise Guided tour of the HS gangster world
Breakfast & brunch. As seen in Mamoo’s Paradice Cream EVILO Oils & Vinegars
Southern Living! Only Homemade ice cream in Delectable oils & vinegars, tastings daily Historic District Antiques 800 Block Central Ave
Fat Bottom Girls Pupcake Shoppe Downtown. Gluten-free pastries. Granny’s Kitchen Estate jewelry, lighting, glass, & furniture
Pet-friendly cupcakes & pet supplies Uptown Market & Spirits Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner Petals, Purses, Etc. Joanna A. Boutique
Mini-market essentials from Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium Exclusive handbags, women’s & Women’s fashions & accessories
HOTEL HALE sunscreen to spirits Handcrafted locally-soap & bath luxuries children’s clothing & gifts
Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum State & Pride Provisions Co. The Humidor
Dapper and Debonaire Journey through the Seven Magic Villainess Soaps One-of-a-kind store. Goods, gifts, Cigar Lounge
Men’s grooming goods Worlds of this museum Open soon. Soaps & custom makeup apparel that reflect Arkansas culture Capone’s Loft
Rings ‘n’ Things 4D Adventure Vacation Rental
Fun fashion jewelry The amazing 4D simulation will leave Bathhouse Row
Freedom United Salon you enthralled! Diablos Tacos and Mescal Legacy Fine Art Gallery
Highly trained staff. Progressive work. Kilwins Superior Bathhouse Brewery Urban tacos, tapas, drinks. Patio dining Artwork by local & int’l artists
The Villa Boutique Since 1947, chocolates, ice cream & more Thermal springs brewery, restaurant
Apparel, bath & body, linens, jewelry, Earthbound Trading Company & special event venue 600 Block Central Ave Maxwell Blade’s Theatre of Magic
and accessories Unique apparel, accessories & home decor Hotel Hale Magic & comedy for the whole family
Colonial Candy Corner Boutique hotel with two restaurants
Retro & nostalgic candy, ice cream 300 Block Central Ave Fordyce Bathhouse Justus Fine Art Gallery
Kringles in the Park Nat’l Park Visitor Center & museum Hot Springs Internal Medicine Clinic Established & emerging artists
Christmas, seasonal, collectibles & gifts The Buffalo Clothing Co. Quapaw Baths & Spa Family internal medical clinic
Faith & Flair Boutique High quality men’s clothing & accessories Thermal pools & baths, plus luxurious Deluca’s Pizzeria Napoletana
Women’s boutique clothing Tombstone Old Time Photos spa services Artists’ Workshop Gallery
The Springs Hotel & Spa Wild West, gangster portraits taken & Ozark Bathhouse Cooperative gallery with 30 local artists Authentic NY brick oven pizza
Casual hotel and spa with 139 rooms processed while you wait Cultural center, open on weekends
Mountain Valley Spring Company Thai-Me Spa Buckstaff Baths All Things Arkansas Trough Bar & Grill
Tour the Visitor Center/Museum. Full Pampering massage, skin treatments, Our only remaining traditional Products made in AR & relating to AR Beer, wine, and spirits
line of MV Water merchandise. nail & body services. thermal bathing facility
Argentinian Coffee & Wine Bar Lamar Bathhouse JubiTea Hot Springs 801 Spencer’s Corner
200 Block Central Ave Argentinian delicacies, ultimate Bathhouse Row Emporium Bubble tea, milk tea, smoothies
Buenos Aires bar experience! US Post Office Rebecca Peterman Photography
National Park Aquarium Oxy-Zen 400 Block Central Ave Portraits photography
Freshwater & saltwater fish, frogs, Oxygen bar to restore, relax & revive!
tortoises, & lizards Lauray’s Jewelers Beverly’s Casual Shop Next Generation Tye-Dyes & Apparel
Rolando’s Restaurante BUBBALU’S BURGERS&DOGS Bridal, custom designs, & repairs Women’s boutique Cotton clothes & bedding
Latin American fare. Full bar & patio
Savory Pantry Hot Springs Hat Co. Red Sunflower Boutique DeSoto Rock & Gift Shop Picante’s Mexican Grill
Gourmet gift baskets & edible essentials Hats for men and women Women’s and girls’ clothing boutique Locally crafted jewelry & minerals Authentic Mexican dishes
Pancake Shop Spa Souvenirs & Gifts
Serving breakfast exclusively. Family Unique & locally made/designed items. BubbaLu’s Bodacious Burgers Hot Springs Visitor Center Brick House Grill
owned & operated The Ohio Club Burgers, hot dogs & ice cream Tourist information center Steaks, burgers, salads and much more
3AM Gallery & Gifts Since 1905, the oldest bar in Arkansas
Art gallery & gift shop Great food & live music Stella Mae’s…Out of the Ordinary STEINHAUS KELLER Steinhaus Keller
Silver Coconut The Avenue Retro inspired clothing for rockabilly German food & biergarten Outdoor seating
Collegiate, boutique baby items, & Upscale restaurant & bar in Waters Hotel hellcats & pinup dolls
high-end home accents The Waters Hotel Mirror Mirror Salon
Historic, boutique hotel, 62 rooms JoJo and Jess Beauty cosmetics & personal care
Perfect blend of home, fashion &
personal accessories Gary Morris Interiors
Unique décor, lamps and gifts
Ginger’s Popcorn A Narrow Escape
The best darn popcorn in the South! Brain-teaser escape room. Ages 8 & up

All Things Natural Subway
Bring home the wonder & beauty of nature Submarine sandwich shop

National Park Duck Tours 700 Block Central Ave Small’s Barbershop & Shave Parlor
Land & water tours on Lake Hamilton The Gaines’ Candy Bar
Candy including organic & homemade
The Glitzy Girls by Bear Necessities Maxine’s Live
Upscale women’s boutique/ Live music, food, craft beer & drinks
accessories, on-site handmade jewelry Hot Springs Trolley Tours 1000 Block Central Ave
Trolley tours. Special events.
Renee’s Will’s Cinnamon Shop
Women’s apparel, jewelry & home décor The Porterhouse Steak and Seafood Homemade from scratch cinnamon rolls
Hot Springs Haunted Tours Prime-only steaks and seafood cuisine Central Theatre
Facts, myths & legends of Hot Springs Event Space
Copper Penny Pub
Irish pub, food, beer, big screen TVs
DOWNTOWNER
Vault 723
Timeless Vault Dining

Downtowner Marketplace
Vendors in one location with home
decor, boutiques and artisans

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

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

The Springs Magazine • January 2022 • 12

Member’s Exhibit at Titanic Tater to Return for St.
Patrick’s Parade
Artists’ Workshop Gallery The Titanic Tater is on track for
its return appearance March 17, in the
Another new year is upon us and First Ever 19th Annual World’s Shortest St.
Artists’ Workshop Gallery (AWG) has much to
celebrate. The non-profit artist cooperative has Patrick’s Day Parade® in Hot Springs.
added several new members and the gallery’s
offerings continue to be exciting and numerous. The bodacious baker, billed as
AWG’s 2021 was a banner year for the gallery
and it is looking forward to an even better 2022. The World’s Biggest Potato on Wheels, The World’s Biggest Potato on Wheels.
and its accompanying truck and trailer —
The Member’s Exhibit, an annual at a combined 72 feet long — were a huge
event, features the work of all 28 of the gallery’s hit in their inaugural appearance in the 2019
members. They will have paintings hanging in
the featured artist exhibit, in addition to their Hot Springs parade.
regular displays. Paintings range from the ethereal to the realistic, in a variety of
mediums—watercolor, acrylic, pastel, and oil, in many different genres: abstract, In 2019, the tater traveled 35,350 miles promoting Idaho® potatoes. It
landscape, still life, figurative, and more.
The gallery also features fabric art, pottery, glassworks, small sculptures, donated $12,500 to 25 local nonprofits, including one in Hot Springs, through its
journals, jewelry and note cards—something for every art lover. In addition, the charitable program, A Big Helping.
Miniatures exhibit will be on display in January.
Lakeside High School art students will also be exhibiting their artwork in the The four-ton Big Idaho® Potato is the equivalent of 21,562 Idaho® potatoes,
gallery during January and February.
For Gallery Walk on January 7, the gallery is excited to welcome Charlie according to its sponsors. A real titanic tuber of that size would take 7,000 years to
Mink, who will be playing music for the listening pleasure of its visitors.
Visit the gallery at 610A Central Avenue, Hot Springs. 501-623-6401. The grow, they say. It would take two years in a hot oven to bake the brobdingnagian baker
hours are Sunday Noon–5 pm, Monday 10 am–5 pm, and Wednesday through Saturday
10 am–5 pm. Gallery Walk on Friday, January 7 is 5-9 pm. and would make 20,217 servings of mashed potatoes or 970,380 french fries.

The parade is immensely popular, with its insanely zany collection of
marchers, strutters, dancers, waddlers, and floats that cover the 98-foot length of
Bridge Street in the heart of downtown Hot Springs.

After two postponements in 2020 and 2021 because of the COVID-19

pandemic, the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade® will return in full form

March 17 with comedian Cheech Marin as the celebrity grand marshal and “Machete”

Trejo as the official starter.
For more information, call Steve Arrison at 501-321-2027.

How Protecting Data Privacy
Can Help Your Mental Health

By Alison Crane Remember, if you are going to prevent stress • Less is more – when setting up an account profile,
~Peace of mind is vital to good mental and physical from taking over your peace of mind, one of the first steps only answer the required blanks and consider
is to do what you can to protect yourself. You cannot fix making up information if you cannot complete the
health. everything but there is peace of mind in knowing you process without filling in everything. If a company
~Worrying about someone accessing your personal have done what you could. requires information, you are not comfortable
providing, reconsider creating a profile with them.
information can create stress. So, if you are ready to get started by managing
~Dealing with loss of income, reputation, or anger your privacy data, here are a few steps to take that are • Make your passwords long and unique – a strong
recommended by the National Cybersecurity Alliance: password is at least 12 characters long.
after someone hacks your identity creates even more • Do your homework – research any new internet-
stress. • Passwords are not enough – use 2-factor
connected device before purchasing to find out any authentication or multi-factor authentication
~Stress interferes with our peace of mind… security/privacy concerns and to understand what whenever offered.
Do you see where this is leading? security features the device has. By limiting what we put online and taking steps
One does not have to search hard to find • Keep a clean machine – to do this, keep your
software on all of your internet connected devices to protect our private information, we can know that we
something to worry about, and it is proven that worrying up to date with automatic updates or notifications. have done everything possible to prevent our personal
is not good for our mental or physical health. If you • Own your online presence – immediately configure data from being accessed. This peace of mind can be a
watch any commercials, you will see that many are for your privacy and security settings when you turn valuable tool for good mental and physical health.
health products or services. Many of them are selling on a new “smart” device and disable any features
something that could cost you lots of money and you you do not need. For more information about how to improve
will probably have painful side effects. your cybersecurity or if you would like to participate
in our Staying Safe in an Online World Workshop in
Why not do something for yourself that has February, contact the Garland County Extension Service
multiple benefits and only costs you a little time? Protect for details at 501-623-6841 or email [email protected].
your data privacy.
Alison Crane is a Family and Consumer
How to protect your personal data is something Sciences Agent with the Garland County Extension
that everyone should learn how to do. In 2020, more than Service. The UofA System Division of Agriculture offers
37 billion records were compromised, so, the odds are all its Extension and Research programs to all eligible
in your favor that your personal information was also persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender
compromised. identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion,
age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic
Unfortunately, the odds are also that more information, or any other legally protected status, and is
security breaches will happen in 2022. Before you say, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 
why bother, remember that you can still do things to
protect your data and possibly prevent future breaches
from affecting you or your family.

13 • The Springs Magazine • January 2022

Classic Pigeon and Resting Pigeon as demonstrated by Karen Watson Reeves, help open the hip joint and stretch the thighs. Photography: Fred Padilla
**Three free classes to the first person to identify the rooftop** Email Karen at [email protected].

Yoga: Benefits of Pigeon Pose

By Karen Watson Reeves from students that Pigeon Pose has relieved sciatic pain.
Pigeon Pose is useful to athletes, particularly those who play pivot sports
It is not unusual for yoga teachers to hear frequent requests from students for
“hip openers.” And it is not unusual to see pigeons on rooftops. such as tennis, basketball, or soccer. When the hips are open, speed and agility are
improved. Tight hips can transfer stress to the knees. Less knee strain means greater
Pigeon Pose is one of my favorite hip openers, and it seemed appropriate to range of motion and reduced risk to the ACL. Flexible and aligned hips are essential
practice it from a rooftop! There are three basic variations of Pigeon Pose: Classic for an athlete’s best performance. Athlete or not, we all crave that range of motion and
Pigeon, Resting Pigeon, and King Pigeon. The first two are pretty accessible to most
students and are pictured in this article, but King Pigeon is a challenging version that flexibility! And, you don’t even HAVE to get on a rooftop to practice!
I have not yet mastered. **Three free classes to the first person to identify the rooftop** Email Karen

As stated in previous articles, we are a society of tight-hipped folks, due to at [email protected].
prolonged sitting, standing, even walking, and cycling, which keeps the hips “closed” Karen Watson Reeves has called Hot Springs home since 2006. Owner of
and thus, tight. When the hips are open, posture is better, as well as alignment and
overall flexibility. Open hips also release negative feelings and energy, since we tend The Yoga Place, at 301 Whittington Avenue, she became a registered yoga/children’s
to store stress and anxiety in our hips. yoga teacher in 2011. She is on the Hot Springs YMCA teaching staff and is an adjunct
instructor at National Park College. When not on the mat, Karen enjoys the beautiful
Pigeon Pose opens the hip joint, lengthens the hip flexor, stretches the thighs, outdoors of the National Park, especially from her bicycle. For more information
gluteals, and piriformis muscles, and extends the groin and psoas. It is common to hear about her studio and her schedule of classes, visit www.theyogaplacehs.com.

Master Gardeners:

Books, Birds, and Butterflies Garden at GC Library

There is a new garden By Mary Whittnebert and Ann Hiers  center of the courtyard. A team from GCMG was joined by library staff member
at GC Library. The Books, Birds, and Butterflies Garden is Kelsey Gocio. Soil was added to the courtyard during the second workday. Gocio and
Butch Smith, Facilities Manager, will care for the garden.
located in a courtyard at the Garland County Library. It
has several water features and was designed to highlight The last day was planting. Native plants were chosen to serve as nectar and
native plants for hummingbirds and pollinators, and host plants for pollinators. This garden has proven to be a peaceful oasis in the middle
berry bushes for birds. of town. Many butterflies have already been spotted in the garden including the Diana
fritillary, the Arkansas State Butterfly!
This garden is the result of a collaboration of
the GC Library, GC Master Gardeners (GCMC), the GC Master Gardeners, Mary Whittnebert and Ann Hiers, volunteer with GC
Audubon Society, and the GC Conservation District. Master Gardeners of the UofA Div. of Agriculture, Cooperative Ext. Service. Master
Work on this garden was done in several phases from Gardeners pool skills and resources to improve home horticulture, stimulate interest in
June to October 2021. plants and gardening, and encourage beautification. For more information, call 501-
623-6841 or email [email protected]. The University of Arkansas System Division of
The final phase involved three workdays. Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. 
During the first workday, grass was cleared from the
The Springs Magazine • January 2022 • 14

In the ninth of her ten articles focusing on the Ace through Ten Cards,
Michelle Crandell reviews The Nines.

Tarot: The Nines

By Michelle Crandell

Nines represent release, flow, abundance, and affirmation. The seeker can
let go of thinking, feeling, energetic and behavioral patterns that no longer serve
him. Spiritual growth and better ways of living become easier to implement. Major
Arcana link: The Hermit.

SWORDS: You have gone through difficult times. Negative conclusions
about self, the world, and others stem from past trauma. Worry, overthinking,
mistrust, and self-criticism have held you back. Let go of patterns of mental cruelty.
Now you can face your pain and change the negative beliefs and attitudes that stem
from it.

CUPS: Fulfillment and wellbeing are yours. Love flows easily, intimacy
deepens and there is a joyful quality to life. Creative ideas come to you. You have
energy to make your dreams come true. Follow a path with heart.

WANDS: You can access inner strength and energy now. You have
overcome many obstacles. You have almost reached your goal. One last effort
brings completion and success. Guard against insecurity. It leads to self-sabotage.
You have more energy than you think. Use it wisely.

PENTACLES: Fruition: you finally get rewarded for all the hard work you
put in. Money, good health, and abundance are tangible results. Enjoy your success.
Make improvements to your own life. Pursue projects that bring you pleasure. Do
what you love and the money will follow.

Michelle Crandell provides individual Tarot readings for a fee. Once a
year, she teaches LEARN TO READ TAROT. Call if interested in her next class. To
learn more, email [email protected], or call 501-655-6242.

15 • The Springs Magazine • January 2022