March 2022

The Springs Magazine • March 2022 • 2

Valley of the Vapors Offers

More Than Music
Low Key Arts is pleased to present the
18th annual Valley of the Vapors Independent

Music Festival, taking place Friday-Sunday,
March 18-20, at Cedar Glades Park in Hot Springs. 

Confirmed performers for this year’s

festival include returning headliners, BEGONIA

(Winnipeg) and CARINAE (Northampton, MA),

as well as GIFT (NYC), TUNIC (Winnipeg),

FEMALE DEMAND (Houston), HOT

GARBAGE (Toronto), GODCASTER (NYC),

SMUT (Chicago), and more. 

After COVID-19 forced the cancelation

of VOV in 2020, the festival returned in late 2021

Begonia returns as with a highly successful 2-day edition in October,
headliner for VOV. the first event of its kind at Cedar Glades Park.

Taking full advantage of the spacious and

magical setting provided by the park, VOV clearly turned a corner last year,

attracting larger audiences than ever before, despite the lingering pandemic
and, at times, very uncooperative weather. The addition of camping, a “vendor
village,” and the outdoor aspect of the festival in general, have served to bring a

whole new atmosphere to this well-established and highly beloved event. 
As SXSW in Austin has returned for 2022, so too has VOV, back in its

regularly-scheduled mid-March slot, luring some of the very best underground

bands to Hot Springs on their way into or out of Texas. Once again the festival
will include vendors, food and refreshments, and abundant outdoor activities for
attendees of all ages. 

Tickets: from $20 for a daily Fmusic pass to $75 for an all-weekend
3-day all-inclusive music and camping pass. Children 12 and under: Free. For
more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.ValleyoftheVapors.com.

Best Shortest Parade Ever

Set to Roll March 17
“I’ve been asked quite a few times in

the last few days if Hot Springs is going to have

‘that St. Patrick’s Day Parade’ this year. The short

answer is that heck yeah, we’re marching March

17 at 6:30 p.m.” The speaker is Monte Everhart,

The World’s Biggest Leprechaun.

Steve Arrison, CEO of Visit Hot Springs

and one of the founders of the internationally

Monte Everhart, our favorite famous parade, said “The parade is on. Cheech
World’s Biggest Leprechaun.
Marin and Danny (Machete) Trejo have had their
bags packed since 2020 to serve as the celebrity

grand marshal and official starter of the parade. Razorback Coach Sam Pittman and

his wife, Jamie, are ready to be our parade king and queen.”

Everhart will be joined this year by a new leprechaun buddy, Arkansas

radio personality Roger Scott, a Hot Springs native, who will help whip up the

crowd as the parade’s official leprechaun duo.

There will again be two free public music concerts associated with the

parade. Immediately following the parade on March 17 will be an appearance by

Foghat at the Bridge Street Stage, and on March 18, Sugar Ray will hold a free

public concert. No chairs or coolers will be permitted at either concert.

The parade, which began in 2003, annually attracts crowds of upwards of

30,000 people to watch an insanely zany collection of Irish Elvis impersonators,

green Irish wolfhounds, marching units such as Paddy O’Furniture, Irish belly

dancers, and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, as well as other unique units cover

the 98-foot length of Bridge Street, the World’s Shortest Street in Everyday Use.

For more information, call Steve Arrison at 501-321-2027.

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MARCH ART MATTERS • GALLERY WALK #391

Friday • Mar 4 • 5-9 PM
Join our artists and galleries the first Friday of each month for
Gallery Walk, from 5 till 9 p.m., and meet with artists, and
enjoy the entertainment, refreshments, a huge selection of
paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry, and much, much more!
Entertain yourself and your visitors strolling historic downtown
Hot Springs. A great place for shopping, dining, entertaining
and people watching! Happy Spring in Hot Springs! For more
information regarding individual arts events and exhibits or local events in general,
view the online calendar of events at www.hotsprings.org, or call 501-620-5085.

AMERICAN ART GALLERY
724 Central • 501-624-0550
Visit the gallery’s mixed showing of artists.  Valerie Hanks-Goetz
pine needle baskets and horsetail pottery; Virgil Barksdale wood
turnings; Sculpture by various artists; Southwest Jewelry; Limited
edition prints by local, national, and international artists; Gift items
by various artists. Celebrating 29 years in the art business. Appreciate each and
every artist and patron of the arts. Mon-Sat, 10-5 PM.

ARTISTS’ WORKSHOP GALLERY • OPEN FOR GALLERY WALK!
610A Central • 501-623-6401 • ArtistsWorkshopGallery.com
June Lamoureux’s works depict scenes in the Hot Springs area,
primarily in watercolor, acrylic and pen and ink. Jan Briggs uses
a variety of mediums, including her unique, pieced watercolor.
Miniature Art featured artists Jan Briggs and Linda Shearer. The
Gallery offers fabric art, pottery, glassworks, small sculptures, journals, and note
cards. Mon & Thur-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
March 4th-18. Objet Trouve’, or “found object” in French, is a new
ongoing art challenge hosted by Emergent Arts. Come learn more
about the challenge, pick up supplies to participate, and see the
artwork which resulted from the first challenge. Tues-Fri 1-4PM.

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
Featuring a selection of Susan Baker Chamber’s dramatic paintings
of gardens, along with watercolor paintings of nests by Gary
Simmons. Additional work by Robyn Horn, Sandra Sell, Gene
Sparling, Elizabeth Weber, and others will also be displayed. The
Gallery offers a wide range of original art including sculpture, paintings, ceramics,
photography, by recognized artists. 10 AM–5 PM, Wed-Sat, and by appointment.

WHITTINGTON GALLERY
307 Whittington Ave • 501-607-0214
Whittington Gallery will be open for March gallery walk featuring
new artists Inge Rogers and TerryLyn Collum. Stop by and see all the
artists’ work! Thur – Sun 10 AM-4 PM. Closed Mon-Wed.

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.

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About the Cover...

Celebrating Women in Jazz & the Arts

Our March cover celebrates National Black
Women in Jazz and the Arts Day by featuring I. J.
Routen, aka Dr. I. J. Routen, a jazz musician and so
much more. Please take the time to learn more about
her on page 13 in this issue. Thanks to Ebony Blevins
of MsCameralady.com for permission to use the photo

and to Richard Stephens for his vibrant cover design.
National Black Women in Jazz and the

Arts Day, celebrated annually on March 1, is a
holiday that is dedicated to jazz, fine, visual,
performing, and auditory arts in all its glory.
The day is specifically held on the first day
of National Women’s History Month because
it honors all existing and previous African-
American female artists only. This day was established by the Georgia
organization, Black Women in Jazz.

The earliest female figures were often pianists because playing the piano
was deemed ‘appropriate’ for women. Female jazz artists added their musical
concepts, new vocal styles, and challenged stereotypes across the board. They
became inspirations for future generations of women striving to succeed in a gender
disparate world. Sexism in the U.S. music industry took many female performers
to Europe and Asia, making jazz a global phenomenon. Women’s suffrage and the
emergence of multiple famous black jazz musicians slowly turned the tide. The
genre itself underwent many transformations, transitioning into today’s styles.

Here’s to celebrating your favorite Black Female Jazz artist!

Adirondack Chair Auction
Main Event at Fundraiser

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance

(HSACA) will host its annual fundraiser on

Saturday, April 23, from 6-9 p.m. at Mid America

Museum. Hot Seats in Hot Springs will offer a

fun-filled evening capitalizing on a large pool

of creative resources to raise money in support

of HSACA’s mission to celebrate, advocate, and

promote arts and culture in Hot Springs.

The event’s emcees, Maxwell Blade

and Davis Tillman will lead a live auction of

15 handcrafted Arkansas Cypress Adirondack

chairs individually painted by jury-selected

Arkansas-based artists. The construction of the

chairs was funded by a grant from the Arkansas

15 artists’ entries were selected to Department of Heritage.

be painted on Arkansas Cypress In addition to the live auction, HSACA

Adirondack Chairs. will offer multiple unique and creative items in a

silent auction, including a limited-edition pair of

roller skates from Munro Shoes and an opportunity to have a song written and sung

for you by Hot Springs’ own, Don Gooch.

The event will also debut the upcoming installation of HSACA’s “Art

Moves: Creative Roots” outdoor art exhibition with an opportunity to purchase

the works displayed along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway trail’s 2021 “Art

Moves: Griots installation.” The pieces available for auction are one-of-a-kind

reproductions of original art, printed onto 30” x 40” metal sheets, and are durable

enough for outdoor display.

Attendees can expect to enjoy a fantastic evening at the Mid America

Museum, including music, food, and drinks. Early-bird ticket pricing is available

until March 15. Tickets are available individually or by tables of 8 at www.

hotspringsarts.org. For more information contact HSACA Executive Director, Mary

Zunick, at 501-545-6960 and visit www.hotspringsarts.org.

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The Springs Magazine • March 2022 • 6

Local Movers Offer
a Variety of Services

Are you planning a move across the state, to another state, or
down the block? Quick Pack is a multitasking company that can help
with the many moving needs that occur with unexpected as well as
planned moves.

Their services include packing and transporting your
belongings to your new location, to storage, or both. They can
assist in transferring your business to a new office in the same
building or across town.

Need help downsizing? They will consult with you
on downsizing your household or office. Call on them to
arrange donation pickup, estate sale consultation, and the sale
and removal of unwanted items.

Unfortunately, emergency moves also occur. In these
circumstances, the task of moving can become overwhelming for
some people. They forget about the small loose ends that need to be
taken care of or simply don’t know what they need to do. Quick Pack can help by
giving the resources to take care of utility, phone, satellite, internet transfer, and
much more.

Pet care is an additional service they offer. If you’re going out of town or
are unable to perform daily care for your furbabies, give Quick Pack a call. Feeding,
walking, and medication administration are all on their list of services.

With 15 years of experience and great references, Quick Pack can take
some of the stress out of moving. Call 501-237-0383 to learn more.

Single Parent Luncheon
and Style Show April 19

The AR  Single Parent Scholarship

Fund (ASPSF) is hosting a Luncheon and

Style Show fundraiser on Tuesday, April 19, at

The Hotel Hot Springs. Doors open at 10:30

a.m. The event also features a silent auction,

live entertainment, a DJ, and a cash bar. All

proceeds go to scholarships for Single Parents

in Garland County.

The ASPSF believes that education

is the key to lifting families out of poverty

and providing better opportunities for their

ASPSF raises funds for futures. In 2021, eighty-nine scholarships were
scholarships in Garland County. awarded totaling $93,000 in Garland County
alone. Over $1.5M was awarded statewide. 

The male and female models in the Style Show will be wearing outfits from

local boutiques and stores, such as Chico’s, Chantilly’s, Pink Avenue, Dillard’s,

and Belk. Tickets are $45 each and can be purchased by emailing terrimckissack@

gmail.com or calling 501-321-8150. Tickets are also available at the boutiques and

stores highlighted in this year’s event. 

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What the Garland County
Library Can Do For You: Part 1

By Erin Baber

The mission statement

says it best: The Garland

County Library connects you

to materials, information, and

services that promote learning

and enjoyment for all ages.

We are your Connection Point

to the information you need,

including books, movies,

music, and much more.

But what is much

Much more is jigsaw puzzles, telescopes, audiobooks more? Much more is movies on The Teeter Chevrolet Team visits the Hot Springs Homeless Coalition.
and so much more - for people of all ages. DVD and Blu-Ray, audiobooks, (l -r) Jimmy Lea, Peggy Whatley, Boyce Mitchell, and Denny Teeter.
Playaway devices, video games,
Teeter is Making
fishing poles, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, seeds, Halloween costumes, telescopes, internet 2022 Sweeter

hotspots, board games, and even Mid-America Science Museum and Garvan Woodland Last November Denny Teeter, owner of Teeter Chevrolet in Malvern, had
an idea. His father Daryl Teeter could never say “no” when folks or non-profits
Garden passes. needed help.

Much more is programs for kids, teens, and adults. Reading challenges, contests, “Dad just couldn’t turn people away. He’d listen and then he’d pull out his
checkbook. He was a man of enormous faith and he just knew that was the right
and prizes sponsored by the Friends of the Garland County Library. thing to do. He was doing that since 1968 when he opened Teeter Motor Company.”

Much more is services like free delivery, curbside pickup, interlibrary loans, and With his dad in mind, Denny asked his five salesmen to each pick a
Malvern non-profit. “I told them I’d donate $100 for every car they sold until the
books-by-mail. end of the year. I didn’t know what to expect but they seemed excited. We called the
whole promotion “Making the Holidays Sweeter with Teeter.”
Much more is online resources for education and entertainment. Free ebooks and
Steve Michael picked the Hot Spring County Boys and Girls Club; Ken
audiobooks to use in your browser or mobile device accessible from anywhere there is Tippens chose the Benson Henson Foundation; Donny Baker took the Malvern
Animal Services because he’s got six dogs; Mike Fite picked the Cruise Nite in
internet. Malvern Toy Drive, and Jimmy Lea went with the Hot Spring County Homeless
Coalition.
Under the leadership of the library’s new director, Adam Webb, we’ve made a
When the day came for Denny to write the checks and present them to the
number of positive changes - most notably by joining the growing number of libraries non-profits he was surprised. He had to write $7,700 worth of checks!

that are going fine-free. But what does this really mean? It means we removed existing In February, Denny decided to do it again for Hot Springs non-profits. This
time his guys have signed up to help The Jackson House, PHOEBE, Who Saved
overdue fees on our patron's accounts and stopped charging for late item returns. We do Who Animal Rescue, The Ouachita Children, Youth and Family Services, and the
Salvation Army Red Shield Café.
still charge fees for lost or damaged items.
“Who knows what’s possible when we all step up and help just a little bit.
We’ve made other improvements to our circulation policies, which I’ll get into We’re just trying to make 2022 Sweeter with Teeter,” he laughed.

next month in my next installment of “What the Library Can Do For You.” For more information visit Denny and his team at Teeter Motor Company,
1512 W Moline St, in Malvern, or online at www.teetermotors.com.
Learn more about the Library at www.gclibrary.com. Call 501-623-4161, email
Introducing the newest historical fun-filled experience to the Hot Springs area.
[email protected], or visit the Library in-person at 1427 Malvern Ave., Hot Springs. The Ouachita Highland Games and Mountain Market. You can’t go wrong with

Erin Baber is Public Relations Coordinator at the Garland County Library. the oldest games in history, great food, even better shopping, and even more
fun. Admission $5. For participation, contact Stacy Green (Athletic Director) at
Parks & Trails Resumes 940-206-5482 or [email protected], or for all other activities, contact

Adair Park Concert Series Travis Gates at 501-802-4864 or email [email protected].
The City of Hot
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Springs Parks & Trails

Department will host the Adair

Park Concert Series at Kenneth

Adair Memorial Park, 358

Central Avenue, on Fridays and

Saturdays from March 4 through

October 29.

Concert times will be Concerts at Adair Park will resume on March 4
between 6 – 9 p.m. on Fridays on Fridays and Saturdays.
and 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Saturdays.

Attendees will be able to enjoy performances from many genres of music. Every

Friday morning, a listing of performers will be posted on the Parks & Trails website

(www.cityhs.net/parks) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/HotSpringsParksTrails).

Interested artists are encouraged to fill out the Adair Park Concert Series

application at www.cityhs.net/adairconcert.

The idea of having live music in the park, which became The Adair Park Concert

Series, was created by the City’s Parks & Trails Landscape Superintendent, Brian Fisher,

who is also a veteran practicing musician.

Murder Mystery Dinner

Theater March 4
The Land of OZ is

in turmoil-and it isn’t another

tornado from Kansas!

Dorothy Gail has been

murdered and no one knows

who did it.

Could it have been

Glenda, the good witch, or

Elphaba, the wicked witch?

What about Scarecrow, The

Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, or

maybe it was Toto?? Who

would do such a terrible The cast of Murder of the Classic Monsters.
thing? Front (L to R) Paul Lowe, Steve Freeman, Frank
Janaskie (Back Row)T.J. Griffith, Lynn Janaskie.
The Murder and
Macabre Mystery Dinner

Theater is hosting another

“Who Dun It.” Due to COVID, the play has been rescheduled to Friday, March

4, and Saturday, March 5, at The Porterhouse Restaurant at 707 Central Ave. The

Porterhouse will cater a buffet dinner and a cash bar will be available.

Come dressed as your favorite Land of Oz character or just come as a

flying monkey and have a good time. The price is $50 per person and reservations

are needed. The doors open at 6 PM for dinner and the play starts at 7 PM. Guests

must be 21 or over to attend. For tickets and info, call Lynn at 501-627-5534.

Sidetown Scoop: The Parlour

By Alana Merritt Mahaffey

Walk too quickly down historic

Ouachita Avenue, (aka Sidetown) and

you may miss it. Tucked alongside Just

Swanky and Anchor Body Piercing is

The Parlour, Hot Springs’ only shop

dedicated to all things metaphysical.

The store attracts those looking

to explore dream meanings, have their

tarot fortunes read, delve into the

paranormal, and build their stockpile of

witchcraft supplies. Owner Amy Davis

finds difficulty defining the “average”

customer. The Parlour hosts individuals Explore Sidetown, Hot Springs and find
from all beliefs and faiths—or lack many unique shops like
thereof.
The Parlour, owned by Amy Davis.
Inside the cozy shop, Davis

offers a dark and mystical—yet wholly inviting—atmosphere. Antique shelves and

display cases brim with handmade candles, jars of herbs, incense, books, and tarot

decks. From behind the dark wood counters swirls a warm blend of scents including

lavender, rose, hibiscus, and peppermint. From the storefront window, light pours

across a table of books about oracles, Ozark folk magic, séances, astrology, and the

afterlife.

A client waits his turn with tarot reader, Friday Gladheart. A mother and

daughter browse rows of crystals and loose teas. “The parking here on Ouachita

is easy and there’s barely any walk to the front door,” the mother says, while her

daughter describes The Parlour as “the most unique store in town.”

Every item sold is chosen by Davis, who opened just before Covid hit and

appreciates the faithful clientele who keep the store afloat.

The Parlour is located at 340 Ouachita, Suite C, and is open Wednesday-

Saturday from 12-5 PM. Tarot readings (appointment recommended) are $25. +Pet

Friendly. +LGBQT Friendly. Facebook: The Parlour Hot Springs.

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

Starbucks Coffee (Arlington) It’s All About Rocks

The Colonial Pancake & Waffle House Mamoo’s Paradice Cream Rocks & unique merchandise Historic District Antiques 800 Block Central Ave
Breakfast & brunch. As seen in Estate jewelry, lighting, glass, & furniture
Southern Living! Only Homemade ice cream in EVILO Oils & Vinegars Petals, Purses, Etc. Joanna A. Boutique
Downtown. Gluten-free pastries. Delectable oils & vinegars, tastings daily Exclusive handbags, women’s & Women’s fashions & accessories
Fat Bottom Girls Pupcake Shoppe children’s clothing & gifts
Pet-friendly cupcakes & pet supplies Uptown Market & Spirits Granny’s Kitchen The Humidor
Mini-market essentials from Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner Cigar Lounge

HOTEL HALE sunscreen to spirits Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium State & Pride Provisions Co. Capone’s Loft
Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum Handcrafted locally-soap & bath luxuries One-of-a-kind store. Goods, gifts, Vacation Rental
Journey through the Seven Magic apparel that reflect Arkansas culture Legacy Fine Art Gallery
Worlds of this museum Villainess Soaps Diablos Tacos and Mescal Artwork by local & int’l artists
4D Adventure Open soon. Soaps & custom makeup Urban tacos, tapas, drinks. Patio dining Maxwell Blade’s Theatre of Magic
The amazing 4D simulation will leave Magic & comedy for the whole family
you enthralled! Bathhouse Row 600 Block Central Ave

Kilwins Superior Bathhouse Brewery Hot Springs Internal Medicine Clinic Justus Fine Art Gallery
Since 1947, chocolates, ice cream & more Thermal springs brewery, restaurant Family internal medical clinic Established & emerging artists
& special event venue Deluca’s Pizzeria Napoletana

Earthbound Trading Company Hotel Hale Artists’ Workshop Gallery Authentic NY brick oven pizza
Unique apparel, accessories & home decor Boutique hotel with two restaurants Cooperative gallery with 30 local artists
Trough Bar & Grill
Dapper and Debonaire 300 Block Central Ave Fordyce Bathhouse All Things Arkansas Beer, wine, and spirits
Men’s grooming goods Nat’l Park Visitor Center & museum Products made in AR & relating to AR

Rings ‘n’ Things The Buffalo Clothing Co. Quapaw Baths & Spa JubiTea Hot Springs 801 Spencer’s Corner
Fun fashion jewelry High quality men’s clothing & accessories Thermal pools & baths, plus luxurious Bubble tea, milk tea, smoothies
Freedom United Salon spa services US Post Office Rebecca Peterman Photography
Highly trained staff. Progressive work. Tombstone Old Time Photos Portraits photography
The Villa Boutique Wild West, gangster portraits taken & Ozark Bathhouse
Apparel, bath & body, linens, jewelry, Cultural center, open on weekends Beverly’s Casual Shop Next Generation Tye-Dyes & Apparel
and accessories processed while you wait Women’s boutique Cotton clothes & bedding
Colonial Candy Corner Buckstaff Baths
Thai-Me Spa Our only remaining traditional DeSoto Rock & Gift Shop Picante’s Mexican Grill
Locally crafted jewelry & minerals Authentic Mexican dishes
Pampering massage, skin treatments, thermal bathing facility
nail & body services.
Lamar Bathhouse Hot Springs Visitor Center Brick House Grill
Bathhouse Row Emporium Tourist information center Steaks, burgers, salads and much more
Argentinian Coffee & Wine Bar

Retro & nostalgic candy, ice cream Argentinian delicacies, ultimate 400 Block Central Ave STEINHAUS KELLER Steinhaus Keller
Kringles in the Park Buenos Aires bar experience! German food & biergarten Outdoor seating
Christmas, seasonal, collectibles & gifts Oxy-Zen Lauray’s Jewelers Mirror Mirror Salon
Faith & Flair Boutique Oxygen bar to restore, relax & revive! Bridal, custom designs, & repairs Beauty cosmetics & personal care
Women’s boutique clothing Red Sunflower Boutique
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 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 Subway
hellcats & pinup dolls Submarine sandwich shop

200 Block Central Ave JoJo and Jess 700 Block Central Ave Small’s Barbershop & Shave Parlor
Perfect blend of home, fashion & The Gaines’ Candy Bar
National Park Aquarium personal accessories Candy including organic & homemade
Freshwater & saltwater fish, frogs, Maxine’s Live
tortoises, & lizards Live music, food, craft beer & drinks
Rolando’s Restaurante Ginger’s Popcorn Hot Springs Trolley Tours 1000 Block Central Ave
Latin American fare. Full bar & patio The best darn popcorn in the South! Trolley tours. Special events.
Savory Pantry Will’s Cinnamon Shop
Gourmet gift baskets & edible essentials All Things Natural The Porterhouse Steak and Seafood Homemade from scratch cinnamon rolls
Pancake Shop Hot Springs Hat Co. Bring home the wonder & beauty of nature Prime-only steaks and seafood cuisine Central Theatre
Serving breakfast exclusively. Family Hats for men and women
owned & operated
3AM Gallery & Gifts Spa Souvenirs & Gifts National Park Duck Tours Copper Penny Pub Event Space
Art gallery & gift shop Unique & locally made/designed items. Land & water tours on Lake Hamilton
Silver Coconut Irish pub, food, beer, big screen TVs DOWNTOWNER
Collegiate, boutique baby items, &
high-end home accents The Ohio Club The Glitzy Girls by Bear Necessities Vault 723
Since 1905, the oldest bar in Arkansas Upscale women’s boutique/ Timeless Vault Dining
accessories, on-site handmade jewelry
Great food & live music Downtowner Marketplace
Vendors in one location with home
The Avenue Renee’s decor, boutiques and artisans

Upscale restaurant & bar in Waters Hotel Women’s apparel, jewelry & home décor

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

The Springs Magazine • March 2022 • 10

The Exquisite Egg

By Erin Wood
A Hot Springs native, artist Isabel B. Anthony’s lifelong passion for

embellishing eggs—ignited in the 1960s by a Ladies’ Home Journal article about
the enameled and precious-jeweled Easter eggs of world-renowned Russian
jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé—is reflected in her new book The Exquisite Egg:
One Artist’s Embellished Creations.

Releasing March 1, just in time for Easter baskets, the book shares
images of over 100 blown hen, goose, duck, turkey, emu, and ostrich eggs, styled
and photographed by Little Rock-based food and portrait photographer Arshia
Khan. Khan is co-author of the book The Modern Arkansas Table (Arkansas
Democrat-Gazette, 2015).

Anthony transforms these egg canvases into striking works of art
through embellishment with decoupage, paint, Austrian sequins and beads,
German miniature cotton flowers, English netting, French silk velvet ribbons,
vintage jewels, chains, miniature birds, and whimsical found objects. No two
are alike, each beckoning the observer with its unique narrative and personality.

Anthony shares, “The pandemic has provided welcomed time to escape
into creativity and make art that will decorate the Easter tables of family and
friends, art I hope will create memories and pass to future generations. I hope
that families have as much fun looking at images of these eggs as I had making
them.”

This 8.5 x 8.5 premium color book is available in hardback and
paperback at etaliapress.com (use code SPRINGSEASTER for 15% off), as well
as at local and national retailers.

Hot Springs native, Erin Wood is a writer, editor, and publisher in Little
Rock. She owns and runs Et Alia Press (www.etaliapress.com). Wood is author
of Women Make Arkansas: Conversations With 50 Creatives (April 2019) and
editor of and a contributor to Scars: An Anthology (2015).

The “Real” World...

March has us thinking about Spring - however,

there are still things we need to take care of inside our

homes before we get outside and start enjoying the

weather.

You can probably go out and do some tree

Kelly & Wayne and shrub trimming, but you might want to check with
“Team Thomason” someone who knows more than we do.

Garbage disposals are very handy. It’s

important to know what NOT to put down the sink so you don’t have the

disposal break right before a big holiday (been there). These are a few things

that should not go down the sink: rice, cooking oil, flour, coffee grounds, animal

fat, mashed potatoes, celery, corn, corn husks, asparagus, artichokes, banana

peels, eggshells, medicine, pesticides, onion skins.

As a homeowner or responsible tenant, it’s also important to make sure

all your appliances are checked periodically. This is an example of “an ounce of

prevention is worth a pound of cure.”

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

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

Shell Gas Station
Fuel and convenience store

Family Dollar
Neighborhood shopping

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Remarkably Routen

By Liz Colgrove and was accepted at the prestigious University of Chicago

In honor of National Black Women in Jazz and the Laboratory School. Living with extended family in Chicago,

Arts Day (March 1st) and Women’s History month, we here at Irma Jean began to develop her next self, I. J. the performer.

The Springs Magazine would like to invite you to sit back and I. J. the performer found her footing at the University

revel in the “her-story” of Dr. I. J. Routen. of Wisconsin at Madison when country and blues singer,

Accomplished professional Jazz musician turned Tracy Nelson invited her to join the Imitations, a progressive

award-winning educator, Dr. Routen is the Elementary Arts Jazz group that has been described as the musical voice of

Coordinator for the Little Rock School District (LRSD). 1960’s radicalism on campus. Here I. J., Chuck Matthews,

She instructs K-5th grade children in a comprehensive, and Nelson provided vocals for Richard Drake (Fat Richard),

interdisciplinary curriculum that allows students to take the Hart McNee, and Gary Karp. According to Susan Kepecs

lead in their artistic education. in Isthmus, Nelson is quoted as saying “Irma taught me the

Her role at LRSD also includes mentoring Humanities Temptation Walk we did when we were backing up Chuck. It

educators, cultivating an all-encompassing interdisciplinary was a blast.”

arts education team, and coordinating LRSD’s Artistry in Imposing the same high expectations on herself that

the Rock, a student exhibition of visual and performing art she now does with her students, I. J. the performer moved on to

(currently virtual.) great success, in Jazz and Cabaret with some of the most elite

Dr. Routen is founder and director of the Rockefeller musicians in Nashville, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and

Show Choir who performed at Carnegie Hall with the National Ibiza, filling in for Anita O’Day in London– even performing

Children’s Choir, currently directs Voices Without Borders, in the company of Princess Anne.

an elementary honor choir, and was an Adjunct Professor in I.J. opened for Tony Orlando and Dawn (England),

Music Education at UALR. performed at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club (London), was mentored

She was inducted into the Arkansas Music Educators by Bill Russo, Stan Kenton’s arranger, at Columbia College

Association Hall of Fame as a teacher in 2014 and as an (Chicago), and was told by the legendary Duke Ellington that

administrator in 2017, and was awarded Little Rock PTA Please join us in celebrating Black Women in Jazz she had “good chops.” Wanting to take her abilities to a deeper
Council’s 2001 Teacher of the Year. and the Arts Day, and Women’s History Month by level, and to continue to break barriers, she enrolled in the
recognizing the accomplishments of Arkansas’s University of Southern California to study music composition.
Dr. Routen’s approach to arts education is intuitively I. J. then struggled with some personal tragedies, and and after
flexible and simplistically brilliant. She believes “If you very own Dr. I. J. Routen. seeking respite in St. Barts doing cruise ship stints, she had a
love them, give them parameters and borders with high

expectations. If they have a better idea, go with it. If it works, why not?” Dr. Routen conversation with God.

ensures her students have agency over their own creativity, inspires them with a warm God told I. J. to go home and teach. After 30 years away, home is where I. J.

and contagious enthusiasm, and commands respect by being respectful. became Dr. Routen working to transform LRSD arts for over 20 years. When asked

To tell her story, Dr. Routen had to first explain her personal trinity; “I am about retirement, she said she is not ready because “The kids are still fun, and as God

three people. Irma Jean, who never ages past 10-12 years, I. J., the performer, and Dr. said to come here, He will tell me to sit down.”

Routen, the educator.” When sitting with students creating art, she has been asked, Locally, I. J. occasionally performs at the Ohio Club in Hot Springs with with

“Are you a kid or a grown-up?” To which she replies, “a kid,” because, in that moment, Clyde Pound and occasionally sits in with Shirley Chauvin and the Stardust Big Band.

Irma Jean, the kid, is who she needs to be. Dr. Routen is curating the virtual LRSD Artistry in the Rock exhibition, and Irma Jean

Irma Jean, the daughter of a doctor and an educator in upper-middle-class can be found in the classroom nurturing the next generation of artistic souls. All three

Little Rock, began piano lessons at age five and describes being raised to be what unstoppable versions of herself ask the public to “Support arts in public education.

was considered “civilized” in 1950. Despite being musically advanced, the cruelty Without them, we are not whole.”

of segregation prevented Irma Jean from joining the Central High School Band. Voices Without Borders and the 2022 LRSD Artistry in the Rock will be found

Undeterred, and with the philosophy of “accept no, and ignore it,” she applied to on the LRSD website at www.lrsd.org and on YouTube starting March 19, 2022.  

2022 Mardi Gras Costume Ball & Contest in May at Hotel Hot Springs

Mardi Gras & Costume Ball Contest Emcee Sharon Turrentine with 2020 winners. 2022 Costume Hot Springs Jazz Society’s 10th Annual Fundraiser Bash!
Contest - Total prizes $1,000. Split among Best Couple, Best Male, Best Female, Crowd Favorite.
Date – Saturday, May 21, 6:00 pm, in the Hotel Hot Springs’ Ballroom, doors open
13 • The Springs Magazine • March 2022 at 5:30. Valet parking available.

Happenings – Cajun Food Buffet, special alcohol drinks for sale. Before-show
floor entertainment. Table waiters.

Dancing – Delta Brass Express Dance Band with singer and huge dance floor.
Special Entertainment - Costume Contest - Total prizes $1,000. Split among Best
Couple, Best Male, Best Female, Crowd Favorite.

Fundraiser Raffle – Precious Stone custom-made Mardi Gras Pendant by Lara’s
Jewelry and items too exciting to mention. Tickets $10 each or 12 for $100.

Eat Out Special – Envelopes with restaurant gift certificates with a guaranteed
value of $50 or more for only $40 per envelope. These go quickly!

Silent Auction – Great trips, foursome golf outings, wine baskets, Oaklawn Jockey
Club Tables, super fishing trips, and weekend get-aways.

WHAT A GREAT NIGHT – DON’T MISS IT.
www.HSJazzSociety.org for tickets and more info.

Master Gardeners: Self-Care in
Service to Others
Critters in the Bird Feeders!
By Peggy Lindsey
By Ann Kendrick From the time we are small we are taught to give of ourselves, that we

I have an overabundance of squirrels that love to come shouldn’t be selfish, and that the needs of others outweigh our own. Although this
allowed each of us to understand that the world did not revolve around us, it also
to my bird feeder, hoping its battery has run down and they taught us to never place ourselves at the top of our priority list. This is especially
true for most women. They give to the point of exhaustion, having little or no time
won’t get thrown off this “squirrel-proof” machine. Over the for themselves.

years it has been a great source of entertainment for friends and It’s time, however, to explore a new vantage point and to acknowledge that
the flight attendants have it right! They instruct us to always place the oxygen mask
family and for allowing the birds proprietary feeding. on ourselves before helping others. That oxygen mask means life. So does self-care.

There is another critter we need to think about that What is self-care? It is ensuring your needs are met. It has many aspects:
a massage to help dissolve stress . . . 20 minutes in the morning of peace and quiet
visits our feeders; the friendly bandit-looking one called to center yourself to prepare for the day . . . time to actually sit at the dinner table
to savor your meal . . . or even a date with your friends to just laugh and have fun!
raccoon, which will pilfer almost anything edible and bird
When we make self-care part of our routine, it keeps us in balance, our
feeders that are not hung properly are ripe for their feast. Raccoons will pilfer outlook is happier, and we actually delight in our life experiences!
Understanding raccoons may help in preventing being almost anything edible.
A wise one once said, “An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the
robbed at night, as that is when raccoons are out and about. The fuel that allows your light to shine brightly.” So, as you give of yourselves this day,
just remember, you cannot serve from an empty cup. Take good care of you!
Humane Society of the United States recommends removing the feeder at night if there is
Peggy Lindsey is a Professional Life Coach, Master Teacher of Arcing
food left in it or perhaps filling the feeder with just enough for the birds for one day. Light Energy Healing, and a Spiritual Mentor. Peggy’s passion is assisting women
on their journey toward happy, healthy lives by empowering them to live more
Try suspending the feeder on a wire stretched between two stationary objects. Or joyfully and consciously. She created her business, On Angels’ Wings Healing and
Coaching, in 2012 and currently practices in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She can
place your feeders on a pole less than ½ inch in diameter, making it difficult for the ‘coon be reached at 928-273-8447. For more info, visit www.onangelswingshealing.com.

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left on the ground is an easy meal for raccoons. If you can’t clean up spilled seed under the

feeder, try using a seed catcher which attaches to the underside of the feeder.

Raccoons are opportunistic feeders and will make headway into trash cans that

are not tightly sealed and will also eat any produce that may have been left out. While not

considered a threat to man, raccoons do carry rabies and any contact should be reported

to medical personnel. They can also carry diseases harmful to our pets such as distemper

and parvovirus.

Master Gardener, Ann Kendrick, volunteers with GC Master Gardeners of the

UofA Div. of Agriculture, Cooperative Ext. Service. Master Gardeners pool skills and

resources to improve home horticulture, stimulate interest in plants and gardening, and

encourage beautification. For more information, call 501-623-6841 or email adykes@

uaex.edu.

Yoga: Benefits of Headstand
By Karen Watson Reeves position adds more endurance to the body.
Top O’ The Morning to Ya! And Happy March as According to Karen Watson Reeves, the Headstand pose, while Performing a headstand reverses gravity’s
not a beginner’s pose, is challenging but can
we welcome all the shenanigans of St. Patrick’s Day back be rewarding. Photography: Fred Padilla. effects and that results in several benefits including:
to the Spa City!! Since we have our very own Blarney
Stone in Hot Springs, it seemed like an opportune photo • Lowers fluid build-up in the legs, ankles, and
setting. I was curious about the significance of kissing the
Blarney Stone, and as the rumor goes, the gift of gab (or feet. Hanging upside down can flush out edema, the
eloquence) is bestowed on whoever kisses it. fluid build-up that can result when we spend long
hours on our feet.
The traditional way was to hold people’s ankles
and hang them upside-down so they could kiss the stone. • Improves blood circulation to the brain.
And since hanging upside down is one of my favorite
and most therapeutic things to do, what pose besides Reversing the blood flow allows your body to draw
Headstand (Sirsasana in the Sanskrit) could be more oxygenated blood to areas that don’t receive it as
appropriate near the Blarney Stone! easily, like the brain.

Headstand is often referred to as the “King of • Keeps the skin looking toned and youthful.
all the yoga poses,” thus implying it is not a great first
pose to learn. Without some gymnastics background, Headstands are often called “fountain of youth”
the practitioner will want to take some time with a poses, because of increased blood flow to the neck
knowledgeable instructor to gain proficiency in this and face.
posture. But the rewards are immense!
• Enhances your mood and relieves stress. Any
This pose changes your perspective and who
doesn’t need to learn to look at things differently. When exercise will release those “feel good” hormones,
life throws those curveballs, it can be helpful to turn such as dopamine, melatonin, and serotonin. And
yourself upside down to help shift your mindset and to overcoming a fear such as going head-over-heels
better deal with those things as they happen. brings quite a head-rush, even a natural high.

Headstands develop upper body and core Headstands are challenging, but rewarding.
strength. The shoulders and forearms support the weight A word to the wise though: If you decide to kiss
of the body, taking pressure off the neck/cervical spine. the Blarney Stone, choose the spot carefully. I may
Core strength is required to lift the legs into the straight- have sliced my toe on the stone coming out of the
up position, and engaging the core muscles while in the headstand.

Let me leave you with this Irish Blessing:
“May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that
grow. And may trouble avoid you wherever you go.”
Especially if you go upside-down 

Karen Watson Reeves has called Hot Springs home since 2006. Owner of The Yoga Place, at 301 Whittington Avenue, she became a registered yoga/children’s 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 outdoors
of the National Park, especially from her bicycle. For more information about her studio and her schedule of classes, visit www.theyogaplacehs.com.

Tarot
and Astrology

The By Michelle Crandell
Major The Tarot has synchronicity with Astrology. Each sign of the Zodiac is
Arcana
connected to a Major Arcana card. Aries is associated with The Emperor card,
Taurus with The Hierophant, Gemini with The Lovers, Cancer with The Chariot,
Leo with Strength, Virgo with The Hermit, Libra with Justice, Scorpio with Death,
Sagittarius with Temperance, Capricorn with The Devil, Aquarius with the Star and
Pisces with The Moon.

Each of the nine planets is associated with a Major Arcana card, as are
the Sun and the Moon. Mercury is linked with The Magician card, the Moon with
The High Priestess, Venus with The Empress, Jupiter with Wheel of Fortune, Mars
with The Tower, the Sun with The Sun card, Pluto with Judgement, Saturn with The
World, and Uranus with The Fool.

Thus, each Major Arcana card is linked to a specific astrological influence.
Learning about the Major Arcana card connected to your birth sign can help you
better understand yourself and others.

Associating Major Arcana cards with planetary forces can deepen your
practice, whether it be Astrological charting or reading the cards.

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.

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