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2 • The Springs • June 2018

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STUDENT & FAMILY PROGRAMS

For its 23rd Season, the Hot Springs Music Festival

is offering three special programs for students and their

families:

• Monday, June 4, 7:30 pm, First United Methodist

Church Christian Life Center: Inside Looking Out,

where audience members are seated within the

orchestra during an early rehearsal of The Planets by

Gustav Holst. Those present will have the opportunity

to observe a master conductor rehearse the Festival

orchestra and bring them to near performance ready

in just one hour.

All area students, their music teachers, and parents

are invited to attend free of charge, but they must

register by sending names to [email protected] by

May 21. This is made possible through the sponsorship

of Dorothy Morris and the Morris Foundation.

Any students under 16 must be accompanied by

a parent. “This is one of our most popular events,”

said Lynn Payette, Festival Executive Director. “It is a

unique opportunity to experience how an already good

2018 HOT SPRINGS MUSIC FESTIVAL 2018 HOT SPRINGS FESTIVAL CHORUS performance becomes a great performance.”

REACH FOR THE STARS BERNSTEIN • HOLST • WILLIAMS • Tuesday, June 12, 10:30 am,

Shana Norton, Harp Associate

The Hot Springs Music Festival Chorus (HSMFC) of the Festival, will present
will sing at a variety of concerts during the upcoming
The major orchestra concerts for the 23rd Season Hot Springs Music Festival, June 3 – 16, 2018. The the premiere performance of
of the Hot Springs Music Festival, June 3 – 16, are Festival Chorus has been an integral part of the Hot
designed to appeal to all ages and presented in ways to Springs Music Festival since it began 23 years ago. Thumbelina: A Fairy Tale told
enhance the live concert experience. Music Director, This year, the Chorus will be presenting works by
Peter Bay, and 2018 Principal Conductor Stefan Sanders Bernstein, Holst, and John Williams. in Music & Film at the Garland
have selected the following for the three orchestra
concerts, all at 7:30 pm at Oaklawn Magnet School. On Tuesday, June 5, the Festival Chorus, County Library.
accompanied by Kristen LaMadrid, will sing two
• Thursday, June 7: works by Leonard Bernstein, in honor of the 100th • Thursday, June 14, 7:30 pm,
Star Wars Main Theme anniversary of his birth: Almighty Father, the closing
and Cantina Band by chorale from Mass and Make Our Garden Grow, the at the Hot Springs Farmers
John Williams, followed finale of the musical Candide.
by The Planets by Market, the Lumos Wind
Gustav Holst, with large- The women of the Festival Chorus, joined by
screen images. Maestro members of The Village Chorale, directed by Ellen Quintet, the Festival Outreach
Stefan Sanders will Nagode, will participate in the first orchestral concert,
provide commentary, singing the Neptune movement of The Planets, by Ensemble, will play a short
in the manner of the Gustav Holst.
late conductor Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s pre-movie concert prior to the
Concerts. The full chorus will sing the John Williams Hymn
to the Fallen from the film Saving Private Ryan, as a outdoor film.
“This year makes the 100th anniversary of the part of the June 12 orchestral concert. They will again
birth of Leonard Bernstein,” said Lynn Payette, be joined by members of The Village Chorale. At this • Friday, June 15, 10:30 am, at Garland County
Executive Director of the Hot Springs Music Festival, concert, all veterans are invited to attend at no cost.
“and his music will be featured in both our orchestra Library, the Lumos Wind Quintet will present the
and chamber concerts.” The Hot Springs Music Festival Chorus is under
the direction of Lynn Payette, Executive Director of premiere performance of The Ugly Duckling a musical
• Tuesday, June 12: Audiences will be treated to a the Hot Springs Music Festival.
night at the movies, enjoying themes from Around the fable composed and arranged by Joseph Salvalaggio,
World in 80 Days, by Victor Young; Harry Potter and CONCERT ATTENDANCE & TICKETS
the Sorcerer’s Stone, by John Williams; The Godfather the Festival Oboe Mentor.
by Nino Rota; Hymn to the Fallen from Saving Private • Seating is limited to available space after
Ryan featuring the Hot Springs Music Festival Chorus Festival Pass holders have been seated “This is the first
and members of The Village Chorale, also by John • Venues for Festival events are air-conditioned and
Williams; and Symphonic Dances from West Side handicapped-accessible time we’ve had a
Story by Leonard Bernstein. • Rehearsals are free and open to the public
• Children of all ages are welcome at open rehearsals designated group to
Lynn Payette indicated that “the audience survey • Children 5 years and older are welcome at all
cards we distribute at each concert have consistently concerts ($5 student tickets are available) go out into the Hot
requested the music of John Williams be performed • Attire for all Festival events is casual
at some point and we want to assure our faithful • Artists and repertoire are subject to change Springs community
supporters that we do all we can to honor such requests,
when possible.” Single Tickets are available on a first-come first- and play in a variety
served basis. Students under 17, or of any age with a
• Saturday, June 16: The finale concert on June valid student ID, may attend any ticketed concert for $5.  of settings,” Lynn
16 will consist of a clarinet concerto and the epic Rehearsals are always open to everyone.  
Symphony No 1 by Gustav Mahler. “The Mahler is a Payette added.
fitting conclusion to what we hope will be a season that We will continue posting updates as the event gets
will be as enjoyable as it is inspiring,” Payette added. closer to the date of the festival, but check us out daily “When the Saint
online at www.hotmusic.org. If you have questions,
For more information about the Hot Springs Music please call our office at 501-623-4763 or e-mail Luke’s Choir toured England in 2009, we met a young
Festival and to securely purchase Festival Passes, visit [email protected].
www.hotmusic.org, call the festival office at 501-623- musician named Harriet Brown who kept in touch with
4763, or email [email protected].
members of the Choir.”

Payette went on to say “Harriet is part of a student

woodwind quintet based in Birmingham, England,

and I learned their dream was to have the opportunity

to perform in the United States. When I heard how

exceptionally talented they are, it was a privilege to

invite them to participate in the Hot Springs Music

Festival. It is another example of how the Festival

makes the sounds of dreams come true.”

Photos courtesy of Bob Nagy

4 • The Springs • June 2018

“Bridging the Gap” with
Garland County First

Responders

June Movies at the Market Hot Springs Police Department is preparing for the huge free community
Movies at the Market is a free outdoor movie series that will be held every event with the Garland County First Responders. It’s time for the 3rd Annual
Thursday in June. The movies are screened at sunset in the Farmers Market, 121 Bridging the Gap event! On Saturday, June 2, from 10am-2pm, at Hot Springs
Orange Street next to Transportation Plaza. Visit www.weather.com for the sunset Convention Center in Halls C & D, there will be food, bounce houses, climbing
time each Thursday. The audience is allowed to enter the venue starting at 7:30 p.m. wall and all types of different vehicles to explore.
Picnics are welcome, but glass containers are prohibited. Popcorn, soft drinks, candy
and other snacks are available for purchase. Movies at the Market is sponsored by Hot Come have a delicious lunch and meet your local Law Enforcement, Fire,
Springs Young Professionals, Visit Hot Springs, and Mid-America Science Museum. Paramedics, Animal Services, and Military.

This event is open to the public. For more information about this event,
please contact Officer Joey Williams at 501-321-6789 ext.6734 or email jwilliams@
cityhs.net. Sponsored by The Hot Springs Police Department. “Bringing Our
Community Together, One Step at a Time.”

Garvan Offers Ecology
Day Camps for Kids 8-12

MOVIES AT THE MARKET SCHEDULE The Garvan Woodland Gardens Education Department offers Natural
June 7 - Grease State Ecology Day Camps - conservation-themed day camps for children ages
June 14 - A Land Before Time 8-12.
June 21 - Leap
June 28 - Despicable Me 3 Held June 19-21 from 9am-3:30pm, each day will feature hiking,
JUNE Featured Movie: The Land Before Time (1988) Sponsored by Mid America interactive science lessons, art and design projects, and more! Students will enjoy
Science Museum. G | 1h 9min | Animation, Adventure, Drama activities that explore the amazing ecology of the Natural State, while emphasizing
Starring: Pat Hingle, Gabriel Damon, Judith Barsi. Director: Don Bluth the importance of respectful behavior and stewardship of natural resources.
An orphaned brontosaurus named Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great
Valley. A desired land of lush vegetation where the dinosaurs can thrive, and live Participants should pack bug spray, sunscreen, a lunch, and a water bottle.
in peace. Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs, each one a different Please call about early drop off and extended care for your child. The Gardens are
species, and they encounter several obstacles as they learn to work together to survive. located at 550 Arkridge Road, Hot Springs.

$55 per day | Reservations Required | Online registrants must purchase a
separate ticket for each day desired | Register online or call 800-366-4664.

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The champion Hot Springs Police Department team powers its tub across the
finish line in first place in the 2017 Running Of The Tubs.(Submitted Photo)

17 Teams Compete in World

Championship Bathtub Races

Seventeen teams will compete June 2 in the Stueart Pennington’s World
Championship Running Of The Tubs bathtub races along Bathhouse Row in
downtown Hot Springs. It will be the 13th annual Running Of The Tubs and the
first time with the World Championship at stake. The races will be broadcast live
on ESPN Radio.

In addition, there will be a full day of associated activities in Hill Wheatley
Plaza following the races, according to Bill Solleder, director of marketing for Visit
Hot Springs, which sponsors the ROTT along with presenting sponsor Bathhouse
Soapery. The teams will compete for the Stueart Pennington Cup, named for the
late Hot Springs businessman who conceived the idea of the races more than 13
years ago.

“We’re adding a full day of games, activities, food and live music at the
Tubs Party in Hill Wheatley Plaza immediately after the races are completed and
the awards are handed out,” Solleder said. “It is a significant expansion of The
Running Of The Tubs in conjunction with our expansion of the races’ scope into the
World Championship.” 

On Friday, June 1, starting at 5 p.m., the competing tubs will be set up in
Hill Wheatley Plaza, 629 Central, for the annual Judging of the Tubs at 6 p.m.

Race day, June 2, begins at 9 a.m. by the highly anticipated annual Battle
of the Badge head-to-head competition between the defending champion Hot
Springs Police Department tub and the Hot Springs Fire Department. The Battle
of the Badge is a nonstop mad dash by the two tub teams starting at the Arlington
Hotel at the north end of Bathhouse Row and ending at The Gangster Museum, 510
Central.

Immediately after the settling of this grudge match, the official Running Of
The Tubs will take place, starting at the Arlington. The awards presentation begins
at 11 a.m. in Hill Wheatley Plaza, followed at noon by the newly inaugurated Tubs
Party in the same location. “The Tubs Party will have food trucks, bouncy houses,
a climbing wall, cold beer and live music until the sun goes down,” Solleder said.
“Admission is free and it’s all open to the public.”

The live music lineup will include:
• Noon — Oh Mercy, featuring Stueart Pennington’s brother, Jim
• 2 p.m. — Dazz & Brie, a funk/R&B group from Little Rock
• 4 p.m. — Couch Jackets, an indie rock band from Hot Springs
• 6 p.m. — Shilpa Ray, an indie rock band from Brooklyn, N.Y. 
 “The races were begun 13 years ago as the Stueart Pennington Running Of
The Tubs, and Mr. Pennington will still be honored as the motivating force behind
the event with the awarding of the Stueart Pennington Cup to the winning teams,”
Solleder said “Mr. Pennington was a long-time downtown merchant who pushed
for the bathtub races to acknowledge Hot Springs’ rich history as a world-renowned
thermal-bathing destination.”
For more information, contact Bill Solleder, 501-321-2027.

6 • The Springs • June 2018 New Park Super Chosen

Picnic in the Park July 4th

Friends of Hot Springs National National Park Service (NPS) Midwest

Park (FHSNP) and the National Park Regional Director Cam Sholly announced the

Service are hosting “Red, White & You,” selection of Laura Miller as superintendent of

a free, family-focused old fashion patriotic Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas. Miller

“Picnic in the Park” on July 4, from 10:30– is currently the Acting Superintendent of Buffalo

4, rain or shine. All the excitement will be National River. She assumes her new role in

on Arlington Lawn, directly across from the August.

Arlington Hotel in downtown Hot Springs. “Laura is an exceptional leader who

Hot Springs Bathhouse Dinner Picnic in the Park, July 4th, on Arlington knows how to listen and foster collaboration
Theatre, is the presenting sponsor of this Lawn across from the Arlington Hotel.
fun-filled family event. Entertainment both within and outside of government,” said

includes magician Maxwell Blade, musician Jacob Flores, juggler Justin Chastan, folk Cam Sholly. “She will be a strong partner to the Laura Miller has been selected as
community of Hot Springs and will work with the the Superintendent for Hot Springs
singer Laura Lee Williard, and more! outstanding NPS staff to continue taking the park
in new directions.” “I have always appreciated National Park.
All are invited to dress in red, white, and blue. Family activities include

the Evans Construction Bounce House, games, face painting, temporary tattoos, and the amazing resources and history that Hot Springs National Park preserves and am

educational exhibits by National Park staff. Picnic food cooked by local ‘chefs’ on excited to be selected as the superintendent of this special place,” Miller said. “I look

the First Security Bank teal grill include burgers and hot dogs, will be available for forward to working with the park partners, staff, volunteers, and the local community

purchase along with beverages, featuring beer from Superior Bathhouse Brewery, in stewardship of its unique natural and cultural resources.”

cotton candy and snow cones. Enjoy your meal under tents provided by Arkansas Tent Since 2014, Miller has served as the Deputy Superintendent of Buffalo

Rental, Visit Hot Springs and Arvest Bank. National River. She  led efforts to develop new partnerships and to begin several

We salute all of our sponsors for their generous support of this fund-raising new plans, including a visitor use study, to help the park better serve visitors and to

event: Hot Springs Bathhouse Dinner Theatre, KQUS/US97, Morris Foundation, provide guidance for the park’s future development.

The Gangster Museum of America and The Hatterie, Evans Construction, Superior Prior to joining the team at Buffalo National River, Miller was instrumental

Bathhouse Brewery, The Springs Magazine, Lifelong Learning Institute, Hays Rental, in the establishment and development of two other National Park Service units in

Morgan Stanley, First Security Bank, Arvest Bank, Bobby Brown Private Wealth Arkansas: Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site and the President

Advisors, State & Pride Provisions Company, Fat Bottomed Girls, Lake Ice, Starstuff William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site.

Story Time Theater, Hot Springs National Park and Lance Albaugh. Miller has long been active in the history and museum communities in

Friends of Hot Springs National Park is the non-profit partner of the Park. Its Arkansas. She is a past president of the Arkansas Historical Association, the Arkansas

mission is to support the Park by volunteering in the Park, raising awareness of the Museums Association, the Little Rock Museums Consortium, and the Arkansas

Park, and fund raising. All proceeds from this event will benefit the restoration of the Women’s History Institute. She has also served on the National Park Service’s Civil

Maurice Bathhouse, the last bathhouse on Bathhouse Row to be reopened. War to Civil Rights national planning team.

For more information about this event or to volunteer, please contact Roxanne A San Antonio, Texas native, Miller grew up in Central Arkansas and earned

Butterfield at 501-538-4575 or [email protected]. Please invite your family and both her bachelor of business administration and Master of Arts in public history

friends and help support Hot Springs National Park, the heart and treasure of Hot through the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. An avid hiker and kayaker, Miller

Springs. To keep up with FHSNP, visit www.friendsofhotspringsnationalpark.org and is looking forward to relocating to the area and enjoying all the lakes and trails

Facebook: Friends of Hot Springs National Park. surrounding Hot Springs.

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About the Cover...
Photo by Bob Nagy

We at The Springs Magazine, love this photo
taken by by Bob Nagy, the Hot Springs Music Festival’s
photo archivist and general man about town.

About the photo, Nagy tells us... “Taken at
practice in one of Hot Spring’s galleries, this festival
student expands her repertoire.”

Special thanks to Bob and his wife, Karen
Holcomb, who helped search thru several thousand
photos to find this beauty!

And, of course, to our brilliant cover
designer, Richard Stephens for the creative cover
layout. We hope you all enjoy it!

6th Annual TinkerFest at
Mid-America Museum

Join Mid-America Science Museum as it celebrates it’s 6th Annual Tinkerfest - a
day-long festival of hands-on science fun for the whole family, providing first-hand

experience related to science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.
Mid-America Science Museum (MASM) is keeping the tradition of

Tinkering alive and well at this year’s 6th Annual TinkerFest, Saturday, June
16th, 10 am-6 pm. TinkerFest will include hands-on tinkering stations focusing on
science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Makers and tinkerers from
all over the state will be joining the museum for this fun-filled day of science!

You might be asking at this point, what is Tinkering? Tinkering may be
described as an attempt to repair or improve something, sometimes in a casual or
even artistic way. Kids get to experiment by taking things apart, exploring tools and
materials, and creating their own individual art pieces through the use of science
and technology.

TinkerFest is enmeshed in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering,
Art and Mathematics. “It’s our mission in action,” said Diane LaFollette, Executive
Director of Mid-America Science Museum.

Mid-America’s Tinkering Studio offers educators and families year round
opportunities for kids to build and create, reusing or repurposing household items,
electronics, and other materials.

There are no step by step instructions for tinkerers so there is no pressure
or frustration for the kids. They are encouraged to experiment without concern to
get it right the first time. Allowing children to fool around directly with phenomena,
tools, and materials, allows them to think with their hands- they are learning through
doing.

Regular museum admission includes TinkerFest: $10-adults & $8-children
(3-12 yrs old,) plus tax; or free for members of MASM. To learn more about
TinkerFest visit www.midamericamuseum.org, or call 501-767-3461. Summer
hours: Labor Day to Memorial Day. Tuesday-Saturday 9-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm.

Located less than one mile from Hot Springs National Park Mid-America
Science Museum is surrounded by a beautiful natural setting.  Receiving a $7.8
million dollar grant courtesy of the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation, MASM added
more than 100 new state of the art exhibits that include the Bob Wheeler Science
Skywalk and the Oaklawn Foundation Digital Dome Theater where guests may
view the night sky and tour the solar system.

8 • The Springs • June 2018

Keyboardist Ron Hall, violinist Oksana Pavilionis, (not pictured) Slavek Bolubah,
and Byron Yancey will perform for “Dinner & Jazz at the Landing.”

Dinner & Jazz at
Catherine’s Landing

Come for Dinner and get “Jazz”ed when you attend “Dinner & Jazz at the
Landing” on Sunday, June 10 at Catherine’s Landing Pavilion (1700 Shady Grove
Rd) from 6-8pm. This outdoor event is co-hosted by the Hot Springs Jazz Society
(HSJS) and Catherine’s Landing.

Proceeds will support scholarships for Arkansas high school students to
attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello Summer Jazz Camp and to provide
a free day long outdoor concert, “Jazz in the Streets,” open to the public during
JazzFest held over Labor Day weekend.

A proper spaghetti dinner with garlic bread, salad and desserts will be
served with your choice of drinks including wine donated by Post Winery, beer
donated by Arkansas Beverage Distributors and sodas donated by Coca Cola
Bottling Company. The $15 dinner is discounted to $10 for Jazz Society Members
and $5 for children 12 and under.

While you enjoy dinner, keyboardist Ron Hall and violinist Oksana
Pavilionis will perform, with Slavek Bolubah on drums, and Byron Yancey on bass.
Ron Hall, who wears many musical hats, has a background that includes choral
directing and arranging, vocal and piano performance in several genres, and earlier
stints with various ensembles throughout the United States and Canada.

Oksana Pavilionis is a premier concert violinist who can switch from a
heart-rending song by Rachmaninoff to a lilting waltz by Strauss to a fiddle tune
that would make you believe she was born in the Ozark Mountains, not her home
country of Russia. Now Oksana has added Jazz to her growing repertoire of musical
genres.

Catherine’s Landing Pavilion is outdoor and covered with big breezy
ceiling fans, perfect for June. Reservations are required and can be purchased by
going online at HSJazzSociety.org or calling 501-627-2425. Space is limited and
this is going to be a great time so don’t delay. Make your reservations now.

The Hot Springs Jazz Society is a non-profit, volunteer organization
dedicated to perpetuating, promoting and preserving Jazz Music, an original
American art form. The Jazz Society is funded in part by the Arkansas Arts Council,
Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission, Morris Foundation and
Elisabeth Wagner Foundation along with numerous other corporate and private
sponsors.

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Feeling Lucky?
Go Fishing!!

More money. More fish. Double-your-prize bonus Free Fishing Weekend.
More chances to win. The Seventh Annual Hot Springs Fishing Challenge on Lakes
Hamilton and Catherine in Hot Springs is going to be the biggest ever.

“We’re increasing the number of tagged prize fish this year in celebration
of the catching of Big Al, our $15,000 top-prize fish, during last year’s Challenge,”
said Steve Arrison, CEO of Visit Hot Springs. “And we’re increasing the total
amount of prize money from $86,000 to $101,000. It’s going to be a great Challenge
for 2018.” Seventy-one fish will be tagged and released into the lakes by Visit Hot
Springs’ partner, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Andrew Hulsey Fish
Hatchery.

Running through 5 p.m. on July 31, anyone who catches one of the blue-
tagged fish during that time frame, stands to win a prize ranging from $15,000 for
catching Big Al 2018 to $500 for one of the 20 fish with those tags. Four tagged fish
will bring $5,000 each, 46 will be worth $1,000 each and 20 will have the $500 tags.
If all 20 of the $500 fish are caught during this year’s special Free Fishing Weekend
bonus-prize period and their prize amount is doubled that will boost the total prize
money to $101,000.

Jeff Newman, manager of the Andrew Hulsey Fish Hatchery, said, “Any
$500 fish caught during Free Fishing Weekend, June 8 through June 10, will have
that amount doubled to $1,000.”

“Residents and nonresidents may fish this weekend from Friday at noon
until midnight Sunday without fishing licenses or trout permits. Regulations for
Arkansas waters apply; daily limits, slot limits, and length limits must be observed.”

Big Al is the name given to a fish — could be a largemouth bass or one
of five other species — bearing the lucky 2018 Fishing Challenge tag. Since the
Challenge began in 2012, only one person has ever caught Big Al, Pete Clark of
Bismarck, who landed the largemouth black bass in 2017 to win the $15,000 top
prize. Clues will be given out during June and July about Big Al if he has not been
caught by then.

“On June 1, we will reveal the first clue about Big Al if he remains at
large,” Arrison said. “Then we’ll reveal a second clue on July 1, and a third on July
26, if the top prize hasn’t been claimed.

Arrison said 71 fish will have been tagged and released in undisclosed
locations on the two lakes. The prize fish will include this distribution:

$15,000 - 1
$5,000 - 4
$1,000 - 46
$500 - 20
“Hot Springs residents and visitors coming to Hot Springs from throughout
the nation have told us this is their favorite time of year,” Arrison said. “Many
people have told us they had an exciting time on the lakes trying to land one of the
prize fish, even if they haven’t yet hit the cash jackpot.”
For additional information, call Steve Arrison at 501-321-2027.

July 4th Fireworks at
Hamilton Bridge Hwy 7

Fireworks will light up Lake Hamilton at sunset on Wednesday, July 4, to
celebrate Independence Day.

The fireworks will be shot from the middle of Lake Hamilton from barges
located on the east side of Highway 7 at the first Highway 7 bridge, directly opposite
from the Clarion Hotel. Show starts at dusk.

One-Day Art Class for
Children at Garvan

Ginger Ladehoff, a talented local artist and nature enthusiast, will teach
art to children at Children’s Art Days, June 2, from 9am-Noon. Ladehoff provides
individualized instruction, teaching various painting techniques while allowing the
students to draw inspiration from the beauty of the Gardens.

Children under 8 years of age require parental supervision during the class.
Students will leave with finished works of art.

Children’s Art Days will be held at the Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Learning
Center at Garvan Gardens, 550 Arkridge Road in Hot Springs. $15 per child per
class | Reservations required | Class sizes are limited | Register online or call 800-
366-4664.

10 • The Springs • June 2018

Rewards May be in Store The Springs • June 2018 • 11

for Summertime Readers
By Erin Baber

The Garland County

Library’s Summer Reading

Programs begin on June 4th

and continue through July 27th.

Kids, teens, and adults are

encouraged to read books

or listen to audiobooks

throughout the summer for

a chance to win prizes.

Adult readers who

track their summer book

reading and listening will

be entered into a drawing

for prizes such as Kindle

Fire tablets, Blu-Ray GC Library offers kids, teens and adults chances to win
prizes for summer reading.
players, and gift cards
to local restaurants and

stores. Participation in the Summer Reading Program is free, as are most of the

programs offered by the library, but registration is often required.

“So many of our patrons are not aware of our adult reading program,” said

Programming Librarian Cori Williams. “Kids and teen programs really expand in

the summer, but we don’t forget about our adult patrons. They like to win prizes and

attend fun summer events too.”

A full summer calendar and information about the summer reading

programs is available online at gclibrary.com. Some programs require advance

registration due to limited space. Register in person, online, or by phone.

Visit the library online at www.gclibrary.com or call the library at 501-623-

4161 for information about special events, library collections, or library services.

The library is located at 1427 Malvern Avenue in Hot Springs.

Magic Springs Announces

Summer Concert Series Lineup

Magic Springs Theme and Water

Park, in Hot Springs, announced the lineup

for its Summer Concert Series, with 12

show dates planned, spanning the genres

of classic rock, country, Christian and

contemporary.  

“We are extremely excited about

our 2018 concert lineup,” Jack Bateman,

general manager, said in a press release.

“Our goal is to offer incredible acts for

every musical taste, and [we] feel this

lineup does that.”

Concerts are included with park
admission. Season passes are on sale Martina McBride will be in concert at
Magic Springs, June 23rd.
for $64.99 Don’t miss you chance to

enjoy high-energy performances by top artists across a variety of genres.

Magic Springs Timberwood Amphitheater is located at 1701 E. Grand

Avenue. Check the website for gate and show times.

For more information, visit www.magicsprings.com or call 501-624-0100.

2018 Concert Series Lineup

June 2, 2018 - Granger Smith Featuring Earl Dibbles Jr. 

June 9, 2018 - Queensryche, Warrant, and Great White 

June 16, 2018 - Crowder 

June 23, 2018 - Martina McBride 

June 30, 2018 - Kansas 

July 7, 2018 - TobyMac 

July 14, 2018 - Foghat & Blue Oyster Cult 

July 21, 2018 - Seether 

July 28, 2018 - Skillet 

August 4, 2018 - Lauren Alaina 

August 11, 2018 - TBA

September 1, 2018 - TBA 

Sunday, September 2, 2018 - TBA 

12 • The Springs • June 2018

Paddling the Caddo Provides
Plenty of Fun and Adventure

If you are looking for a paddling venture to take on, the Caddo River is a

solid option. “The Caddo River is a great river for all levels of paddling experience,”

said Gayla Claborn, owner of Caddo River Camping & Canoe in Glenwood. “This

typical pool and drop river is gentle enough for novice paddlers to learn on, yet with

enough class I and II rapids along the way to keep it exciting. There are good places

to stop to swim and fish along the available routes surrounded by the beautiful

Ouachita mountains. And it is one

of the most consistent floating

rivers in Arkansas, allowing our

season to span from March to

September.”

A popular route of the

river is a 7.5-mile section from

Caddo Gap to Glenwood. It hosts a

mix of both calm waters and rapids

and the view is varied, from houses

to hillsides to rocky outcrops.

There are also gravel bars that can Just 40 minutes from Hot Springs, the Caddo
be used to rest, scope out the river, River offers paddling, swimming, fishing and
or enjoy lunch.
picnicing adventures. Photo Courtesy of

The office for Caddo Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.

River Camping & Canoe is at 26

Hwy 8 E, which is up a hill from the intersection with Hwy 70. Here you can

rent kayaks, canoes or tubes for floating down the river. If you have your own

equipment, you can also arrange to catch a shuttle, which gives you access to a

private access launch. The cost to do this is $20 for the first boat and $10 for each

one after that. There are also public access options to access the river if you have

your own equipment and want to use your own shuttle.

“The Caddo River is convenient and a centrally located destination for

visitors to plan to spend multiple days in the surrounding area,” says Claborn. “Near

here is Crater of Diamonds State Park, Daisy State Park on Lake Greeson and Hot

Springs is only 40 minutes away.”

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Relay For Life Honors Those
Whose Lives Have Been
Impacted by Cancer

Relay For Life, the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society,
will take place Friday, June 1, at the Hot Springs Convention Center, Halls A,
B C & D. Relay For Life, a grass roots, community-based team event, is staffed
and coordinated by volunteers in more than 5,200 communities and 27 countries.
Volunteers give of their time and effort because they believe it’s time to take action
against cancer.

Friday’s Event Schedule:
Opening Ceremony
Time to get started! Relay will kick off the event by honoring everyone
who has been affected by cancer and everyone who has contributed to the success
of this year’s Relay season.
Survivor/Caregiver Walk
Survivors and Caregivers are the heart and soul of Relay For Life events.
They are honored for their strength and courage with every step they take. It doesn’t
matter if you were diagnosed 10 days ago or 10 years ago, you can walk while
everyone gathers together to cheer you on.
Luminaria Ceremony
During this ceremony everyone touched by cancer is represented with a
Luminaria. Each light represents a life—a life taken by cancer, a survivor of cancer,
or a support for a person still fighting the disease. It’s a powerful demonstration that
gives people the opportunity to grieve but also offers comfort and hope. You can
dedicate the Luminarias to a loved one lost, someone currently battling, or anyone
who has overcome cancer.
When you attend a Relay event, you’ll see the Luminarias decorated with
names and sometimes messages to the people they’re dedicated to. After dark, Relay
participants share an emotional moment when each Luminaria is lit in remembrance
of a life touched by cancer. Together, a moment of silence is taken to remember the
loved ones they’re dedicated to. When you make a donation for a Luminaria it helps
fund the American Cancer Society’s mission to help save lives.
Closing Ceremony
The closing ceremony is the time to commit to take action and help lead
the fight for a world free from cancer. For more information regarding Relay For
Life, please contact Kayce Wright at 501-454-4341 or email kayce.wright@cancer.
org. Visit www.main.acsevents.org/Relay For Life Garland County.

Enjoy Hickory Hill Gospel
Concerts through September

Enjoy the 32nd Season of Gospel Music at Hickory Hill Park.

Come enjoy Outdoor Gospel Music Concerts at Hickory Hill Park.
Nestled among shade trees in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, the
natural beauty of the park is undisturbed. The hillside Amphitheatre which
provides an intimate view of the stage and beautiful flowers grace the many
beds scattered throughout the grounds. 

Come enjoy The Hawkins Family every 4th Saturday Night thru
September 2018. Snacks and sodas, free parking and free admission
(offerings are appreciated). Bring your lawn chair! Hickory Hill Park, 216
Bryant Rd.

Concert Schedule: 
June 23rd - HisStory 
July 28th - Master’s Touch 
August 25th - Hackett Family 
September 22nd - Junction 5
For more information, contact Lou Tabor at 501-623-8068 or just
visit us at www.hawkinsfamilyministries.com.

14 • The Springs • June 2018 June Gallery Happenings

Stroll Gallery Walk, Friday, June 1, our 28+ year tradition in Hot Springs –
the first Friday of each month from 5- 9 p.m. Visit galleries in our historic downtown
district to “meet and greet” artists and enjoy entertainment, refreshments, a huge
selection of paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry, and much more! Look for new
artists and exhibits each month.

ALISON PARSONS STUDIO works of art that highlight the f
1017 Lakeshore Dr. • 501-655-0604 the vagina. This exhibit is a r
alisonparsons.com associated with female genit
Visit a working artist’s studio on Lake image of the feminine. Gallery W
Hamilton. Special Commissions, p.m. open to the public. Gallery
Paintings, Prints, Note Cards of Local
Landmarks and much more! Come by Exhibit is free. Some content ma
boat or car - give us a call or text and we will be happy
to show you around. Located just 2 ½ miles from Sam’s GALLER
Club at 1017 Lakeshore Drive- look for the black and pink 800 Cent
striped mailbox. Facebook: Alison Parsons Studio. galleryce
Gallery
AMERICAN ART GALLERY the mont
724 Central • 501-624-0550 artists in
americanartgalleryandgifts.com and beau
Valerie Hanks-Goetz will be the artists. Meet the featured artist
featured artist at Gallery Walk, of our wonderful artists.
Friday, June 1. She will be on hand
to demonstrate her pine needle basket JUSTUS
work. Featured also will be Jimmy Leach’s acrylic work. 827A Cen
New work by Phillip Carter, gourds of various sizes in the justusfin
colors of the southwest. Patricia Bailey pastels of Arkansas The June
scenes. Bill Sorrells’ art work as well as Hot Springs’ own Trends,”
Margaret Kipp’s. Thomas Kinkade work in Gallery II. from 5-9
Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm. conjuncti
Walk. The show will be on di
ARTISTS’WORKSHOP GALLERY paintings by Dolores Justus w
610A Central • 501-623-6401 along with figurative works b
artistsworkshopgallery.com pieces by Gerri Much, and
Featured Artists-Nina Louton and Tom and Rebecca Thompson. A s
Seaman. Louton’s art focuses on paper, by Robyn Horn, Sandra Sell
clay, cloth, wax, and gourd art as well display, along with turned wo
as clothing design and gardening. She Cyanotype photographs by Be
states, “I often allow the subject to dictate the way I paint; textures of the Delta with bea
I love to express my feelings with color, light, shape and included. Owned by artist Do
shading, and to allow the flow of life with its excitement, a wide range of original art in
enjoyment and pain. Building pottery satisfies something ceramics, photography, and m
special for me – opening the kiln on a set of new glazed a.m. - 5 p.m., Wed.-Sat. or by
pottery is beyond exhilarating.” Seaman’s exhibit will
feature varied subjects, evoking a range of moods from the WHITTI
excitement of bustling cityscapes to the tranquility of his 307 Whi
captivating underwater scenes. His depiction of people in The gall
everyday settings, often reminds viewers of their own life beautiful
experience. Featured Miniature Artists: Marlene Gremillion Boardma
and Nina Louton. Mon-Sat: 10 am-5 pm; Sun: 12-5 pm. 8:00. Co
GALLER
CRYSTAL SPRINGS GALLERY Once again, the Tone Chasers
620 Central #1C • 501-623-2323 beverages, art and fun will be
crystalspringsmining.com local artists in our 5,000 sq. ft
Expect the unusual at Crystal Springs of fun. Mon – Fri: 9am-3pm.
Gallery, featuring an amazing
collection of minerals, crystals, gems RILEY A
& distinctive gifts from Arkansas and 710 Gran
around the world. Choose from stunning pieces of jewelry RileyArt
designed by local and international artists. Find unique art A workin
created by Arkansas artists. Children receive free Arkansas watch the
crystals. Open Monday through Saturday 10 am-6 pm. glass (che
website o
EMERGENT ARTS answer questions while they 
341A Whittington • 501-655-0836 and history of glassblowing.
emergentarts.org 9am-4pm.
“The V Show – Subtle and Explicit
Female Imagery.” Yes, that “V.” For GALLERY RELAT
as long as humans have walked the
Earth, the female form has been both HOT SPRINGS AREA CUL
celebrated and shrouded. This show is a group exhibition, OFF THE BEATEN PATH E
co-curated by Emergent Arts and Angie Ezekiel, aka cabaret HotSpringsArts.org • 501-32
singer Sylvia Stems. 30 local artists are exhibiting positive This curated exhibit show

Gallery Walk #346 The Springs • June 2018 • 15

Be sure to stop at all the galleries to see what’s happening during the Music
Festival June 3 through June 16. Perhaps find your next art investment or gift while
enjoying some of the festival rehearsals. Details on the festival events are available
at www.hotmusic.org. Enjoy the beautiful June weather. Check our calendar on
page 15 for a list of exciting June events.

female form, and in particular, Arkansas’s natural beauty exploring the parks, campsites,
reclamation of the vocabulary historic sites, and rural areas of Arkansas. 12 paintings
talia and a celebration of the are displayed at Garland County Library, 1427 Malvern
Walk Reception, Fri, June 1, 5-8 Ave and 14 are displayed at Hot Springs Cultural Affairs
y hours Thur-Sat, noon to 5pm. Office, 108 Pleasant St. Exhibit artist are: Phyllis Anderson,
Shirley Anderson, Thia Beene, Jan Briggs, Daniel Mark
ay not be suitable for all ages. Cassity, Patricia Corder, Disceaux Dicki, Hugh Dunnahoe,
John Faginkrantz, Carol Flori, Dolores Justus, Robin
RY CENTRAL Miller-Bookhout, Linda Williams Palmer, Kevin Riley,
tral • 501-318-4278 Roxy Rose, Cynthia Schanink, Gary Simmons, Mary Ann
entralfineart.com Stafford, Shirley Tipton, Patricia Trulock, Cathy Wester, and
Central opens its doors for Sandy Whitson. HS Cultural Affairs Office is open Mon-
thly Gallery Walk, with many Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., call before visiting. Artist reception Wed,
attendance. Enjoy all the new May 2, 5:30 pm starting at GC Library and then moving to
utiful art, representing over 35 HS Cultural Affairs Office at 6:15 p.m.
t. Visit us and support the work

S FINE ART GALLERY LANDMARK BUILDING
ntral • 501-321-2335 201 Market St • 501-625-3837
neart.com The Henderson State University and
e exhibit, entitled “Warming National Park art exhibit, Teachers
will open with a reception Are Artists Too, opens with an artist
9 p.m. on Friday, June 1, in reception Gallery Walk night, June
ion with the monthly Gallery 1 from 5 pm - 8 pm. Artists included
isplay June 1 - 30, 2018. New in the exhibit are: Beverly Buys, Aaron Calvert, Hugh
will be featured in the exhibit, Dunnahoe, Margo Duvall, Thad Flenniken, Jim Larkin,
by Laura Raborn, new abstract Jennifer Seward, Gary Simmons, Richard Stephens,
d paintings by Dustyn Bork Katherine Strause, Lana Taliaferro, David Warren, Brad
selection of wood sculptures Wreyford, and Long Hua Xu. Visit the exhibit through
l, and Jill Kyong will be on Aug 24, Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open until 8 for Gallery
ood vessels by Gene Sparling. Walk and on Sat, June 2 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.  The exhibit
everly Buys, which capture the is sponsored by HSU-Academic Initiatives, National Park
autiful spareness, will also be College, and Life Long Learning Institute. Visit Facebook:
olores Justus, the gallery offers HSU-Academic Initiatives.
ncluding sculpture, paintings,
more by recognized artists. 10 FOREST PATH GALLERY
y appointment. 107 Stillmeadow Ln • 501-617-0594
genesparling.com
INGTON GALLERY Located in a beautiful setting, on a
ittington • 501-607-0214 private nature preserve just south of
lery will be giving away a Hot Springs. It is the showcase for
l wooden bowl by artist Tom the wood sculpture, bowls & furniture
an. A name will be drawn at made by Gene Sparling, and adjoins his home, studio.
ome join us for another great Demonstrations/shop tours may also be available.
RY WALK FRIDAY the 1st.
s will be playing. Lots of food, FOX PASS POTTERY
e had. Come see our 46 great 379 Fox Pass Cutoff • 501-623-9906
t. gallery. Easy parking. Plenty FoxPassPottery.com Facebook
Sat: Noon-4pm. Handmade Stoneware by Jim and
Barbara Larkin. Beautiful wood fired
ART GLASS STUDIO pottery. Take a Tour on Google Maps.
nd Ave • 501-318-6193
tGlass.com TRADITIONAL ART GUILD
ng studio where the public can [email protected]
e Riley brothers create their art TAG is composed of local artists and
eck glassblowing schedule on art enthusiasts who enjoy being part of
or Facebook.) The brothers will a creative community which supports
 work, explaining the process their growth as artists, regardless of
Free Demos. Open Tues.-Sat, their level of experience. TAG is a
place to network within the larger creative community
TED and organizes 2 group exhibits each year. The next is the
Annual Juried Exhibit, at GC Library, June 15-August 15,
LTURAL ALLIANCE with a reception June 24, 2-3:30 pm at the library. Monthly
EXHIBIT meetings are held at the library every third Thursday,
21-2027 September-May. 9:30 and the meeting/artist demo is from
wcases artwork inspired by 10-12 am. Visitors welcome. Membership is $15 per year
and all artists are welcome. 

16 • The Springs • June 2018 Escape c Bathe c Splurge
Stay c Learn c Enjoy
Eat c Hike c Walk c Play
Shop c Tour c Drink

100 Block Park Ave Red Beard’s Living Canvass 800 Block Park Ave 900 Block Park Ave 910 Park
Tattoos & Piercing
Majestic Lawn Tattoos & piercings David F. Watkins Memorial Park Avenue Food Court
Historic landmark Community Park currently under Featuring Itz Gud Fud, as well as
500 Block Park Ave construction. Phase One. Come other guest food trucks
700 Block Park Ave watch it develop.
200 Block Park Ave North Star Liquor/Big A’s Liquor 1000 Block Park Ave
Wine, beer & spirits The Arrangement
Truth in Africa Park Avenue Hair Florist 1884 Wildwood Bed & Breakfast Red Light Roastery Coffee House
Specializing in African heritage gifts Precision cuts by appointment Red Box Bed and breakfast The first small batch, craft coffee
Bailey’s Dairy Treat Movie rentals roastery in Hot Springs
Majestic Bakery & Cafe One of three drive-ins in town Arkansas Tower Motel Parkway Court
Gluten free cafe Swan Song Spa Short-Dodson House/ Tower Daily, weekly, monthly Larkmartin Soaps
Spa services and natural springs Motel, built in 1901 Handmade soaps and lotions
You Sure Smell Good water fed Jacuzzi bath E-Z Mart Bower Motel
Perfume oil mixtures, perfume Fast stop 1010 Liquor
bottles 600 Block Park Ave Alpine Inn Epic Cabinets & Design Wine, beer & spirits
Quaint Uptown motel Countertops, cabinets &
300 Block Park Ave Brick City Pizza accessories 100 Block Arbor Street
Established in the “brick capital
Life Center Arts Park Haven Community Garden of the world”, Malvern, Arkansas. Spa City Cycling Sales & Service Low Key Arts
The old “Vapor’s Club” Community vegetable garden Handcrafted pizza to order Bike service & repair, parts & Independent music and art.
accessories Performance venue
Performance venue Anointed Hands Beauty Salon 609 Park • Cottage Court
All hair types welcome Budget Inn/Relax Inn Join the
400 Block Park Ave Haven United Methodist Thrift “Light Uptown
Store Lynwood Motel
One Stop Detail Shop Bargains galore Project”
Auto detail Shell Gas Station For details,
stop in at
Deluca’s Pizzeria Napoletana Dame Fortune’s Cottage Court Family Dollar Hot Springy
Authentic NY brick oven pizza An historic boutique motel where Dingy or ask
modern amenities and vintage the Uptown
The Hot Springy Dingy merchants
-inspired design merge with mid-
Unique gifts, fine jewelry from century “roadside” motor court
around the world, costume rentals cool.

Spa-Con Announces Celebrity Guests for 2018

Pam Grier, who became a superstar in what were known as Other Spa-Con guests announced today include:

“Blaxploitation” movies in the 1970s and 1980s, will be a celebrity • Nipah Dubs, an award-winning cosplayer with over seven

guest at the Third Annual Spa-Con multi-genre comics and pop culture years of experience styling wigs, sewing, making props and armor, and

convention in Hot Springs September 21 – 23. promoting the art of cosplay.

Spa-Con fans may know her best for her recent role in the hit • Chad Maupin, a comics and visual artist known for his work

science fiction series Smallville, but she is also famous for her award- developing the brands Fayettechill and Houndstooth Clothing Co.

winning role in Jackie Brown, Quentin Tarrantino’s homage to the • David Lasky, a comics and visual artist who will be returning

“Blaxploitation” movie genre. to Spa-Con in September.

“Hot Springs is honored to welcome Ms. Grier to our • Bill Tsutsui, president and professor of history at Hendrix
College, who will present a special panel at Spa-Con 2018. He has either
convention,” said Bill Solleder, marketing director for Visit Hot Springs written or edited eight books, as well as numerous articles on modern
Japanese history.
and one of the founders of Spa-Con. “She will certainly be a stellar
• Ross Watson, an award-winning game designer and author.
addition to Spa-Con 3.” Pam Grier, star of He has designed and written for video games, board games, card games,
Grier was one of eight special guests announced by Spa-Con “Smallville” and “Jackie miniature games, and several roleplaying games.
Brown,” will be a celeb-
organizers. She joins Sean Maher, star of the hit movie “Serenity” and rity guest at September’s • Yale Stewart, a cartoonist from St. Louis, best known for
the TV series “Arrow,” Arvell Jones, a renowned illustrator for Marvel creating, writing, and illustrating the award-winning webcomic, JL8.
Comics, and Nightingale Vixen, the well-known cosplay performer, who Spa-Con 3.
were announced previously as guest celebrities for the convention.

Chief among the other celebrities announced today is Veronica Taylor, a voice  “Altogether, we will have more than two dozen celebrity guests at this year’s

actress who is the voice of Ash Ketchum from Pokemon. She also is the voice of other
notable animated characters including April O’Neil from the 2003 Teenage Mutant Spa-Con,” Solleder said. “We had over 5,000 people in attendance last year.”
Spa-Con, presented by Visit Hot Springs and the Garland County Library,
Ninja Turtles series and Sailor Pluto in the Viz Media dub of Sailor Moon.
Pam Grier, a native of Winston-Salem, N.C., was discovered by director Jack will be held at the Hot Springs Convention Center, with an array of activities that will
Hill, who cast her in his women-in-prison films The Big Doll House (1971), and The include laser tag, an escape room, video games, panel discussions, workshops, cosplay

Big Bird Cage (1972). She became a staple of early 1970s “Blaxploitation” movies, contests and interaction with the celebrity guests.

playing big, bold, assertive women, beginning with Jack Hill’s Coffy (1973), in which Weekend passes and VIP passes for Spa-Con 3 are on sale now at www.spa-

she plays a nurse who seeks revenge on drug dealers. con.org. For more information, call Bill Solleder at 501-321-2027.

The Springs • June 2018 • 17

As summer invites you to enjoy our many state parks and recreation areas,
you might pick up a colorful guide to the insects buzzing around you by Jonesboro
couple Norman and Cheryl Lavers, 100 Insects of Arkansas and the Midsouth:
Portraits & Stories (released May 2018).

As lifelong naturalists and teachers, the Lavers know that if people had
any idea how intricate and fascinating the life stories of insects can be, they might
think twice before reaching for something to swat with. Many wonders of the world
are going ignored just over our heads and beneath our feet. Did you know that
allowing for their size, the Six-spotted Tiger Beetle (Cicindela sexguttata) is among
the fastest running creatures on earth? Or that predators automatically find brightly
colored insects suspicious because so many are unpalatable or poisonous, and that
some non-poisonous insects mimic their colors for protection?

Readers will be riveted by the incredible, intimate images taken over years
of careful study and the stories thoughtfully collected about insects like The Fiery
Searcher, The Twice-Stabbed Lady Beetle, and the Ambush Bug. As you peek under
leaf litter, learn to identify what flies across your path, listen for sounds on summer
nights, and study insect weaponry and mimicry with the Lavers, prepare for your
woodland walks to be forever changed. 

This premium color, 8.5 x 9, 104-page paperback is available at etaliapress.
com for $26.95 with free shipping, local garden centers and booksellers, and from
online retailers including Amazon.

A Hot Springs native, Erin Wood is a writer, editor, and publisher in Little
Rock. She owns and runs Et Alia Press (etaliapress.com), which has publishing
interests in three areas: Local Histories, Health and Wellness, and Emerging
Artists. She is editor of and a contributor to Scars: An Anthology. Wood’s work
has appeared or is forthcoming in Catapult, The Rumpus, Ms. Magazine’s Blog,
Psychology Today, Tales from the South, and elsewhere, and was a Best American
Essays notable

Master Gardeners:
Anyone Can Grow Herbs

By Jodi Tooke

Before I made Arkansas my home, I

settled for herbs in pots. And it’s still a great

way to add a little green to your yard and fresh

taste to your cooking! What I enjoy most is

that you don’t have to wait long to realize

rewards. Herbs don’t need fancy soil—any

basic potting soil will do—and they don’t

need fertilizer. Insect pests don’t seem to

bother with herbs, and most herbs resist

disease.

Choose a sunny location for herbs,

but they will tolerate some shade. I put small

rocks in the bottom of my pots to ensure

proper draining. If you plant rosemary,

chives or thyme, you can count on them

coming back since these are perennials.

Mint also grows insanely well; in

fact, putting mint in pots makes sense, since Easy to grow herbs add green to
it will take over any space you offer. You’ll your garden and fresh taste to your
need to plant basil, dill, and cilantro every
year. I also plant parsley every year, even cooking!

though as a biennial, it will last two years before it goes to seed.

When harvesting, remove no more than a third of the plant before the

morning dew dries or after sunset. Snipping from the top actually encourages herbs

to spread, meaning you’ll have a continuous supply all season.

Jodi Tooke 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

[email protected].

18 • The Springs • June 2018

Gerber & Williams Head
Inception to Projection

Film Program

Beginning June 5, Low Key Arts will once again present the Inception
to Projection filmmaking program in downtown Hot Springs. This year, veteran
director/producer Jen Gerber will be joined by writer Samuel Brett Williams, with
whom she recently collaborated on the critically acclaimed feature film, The Revival.

The 6-week intensive film class is open to students of all ages. Every
participant will write, direct and produce his or her own 2-4 minute short film. The
finished films will screen at a special event produced by Low Key Arts as well as at
Arkansas Shorts, in January 2019.

Taking place on the campus of ASMSA, Williams’ screenwriting lecture
classes will focus on the fundamentals of writing for the screen. Participants will
prepare a short film script that they will learn how to produce themselves. Gerber’s
production lecture classes will then be spent learning filmmaking fundamentals
such as directing, producing, casting, cinematography and editing.

Students are expected to work on small crews for one another, giving each
filmmaker an opportunity not only to write and direct their own film but also to
practice production roles such as cinematographer, producer, first assistant director,
sound recorder, and production designer.

Classes meet three times a week through July 7, on Tuesday and Thursday
evenings and on Saturdays. The cost for the program is $300. All equipment and
production support is included in the cost of the class. No prior experience is
required, but the program is designed to challenge filmmakers of all levels.

Applications are available for need-based scholarships. Space is limited
and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, see the
News section at www.lowkeyarts.org or email Low Key Arts executive director,
Sonny Kay, at [email protected]

Low Key Arts is proud of Inception to Projection and the opportunity to
offer the course in Hot Springs once again. The program is comparable to similar
classes offered in Los Angeles and New York and arguably the most prestigious of
its kind in Arkansas. It’s no surprise, then, that a growing number of Inception to
Projection alumni go on to work in the film industry. Will you be next?

Wednesday Night Poetry
at Kollective

First held February 1, 1989, Wednesday Night Poetry (WNP) has
since not missed a Wednesday of poetry reading in historic downtown Hot
Springs. Thought to be the longest continuously-running weekly poetry
event in the country, WNP is currently hosted by its founder, Bud Kenny.
While several locations have served as home for WNP, currently home is Kollective
Coffee+Tea, 110 Central Ave., in downtown Hot Springs. The public is welcome
every Wednesday, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm. Free and open to all ages.

Open mic for all poets, songwriters and storytellers begins at 6:30. Feature
Poets may be local, regional, or touring artists, and typically do a 20-30 min set
starting at 7:00. This is followed by a second round of open mic. 

For more information, please visit Facebook: Wednesday Night Poetry.
To inquire about being featured at WNP email [email protected].

The “Real” World... Kelly & Wayne
“Team” Thomason
“School’s Out for Summer!!!
Hot Springs Realty

School’s Out for The Summer!!! Time to find a new home. If you would
like to be in a new (to you) home by the time school starts, it’s time to start looking.

Whether you’re downsizing or looking
for a large home for your expanding family, please
call Wayne (501-627-3331) or Kelly (501-538-
4370) Thomason, with Hot Springs Realty. We
will work with you to find just the right home for
your new adventure. We can find homes on the
lake, with acreage, downtown, uptown or any of
the surrounding areas. Homes are moving quickly
and we want to make sure you find yours before
someone else does! Also, if you’re searching for a
new home, remember that a little landscaping and
paint can do wonders to a home that may not be
exactly what you’re looking for. Please give us a call - we are also looking for
homes to sell - as the inventory is low in our area at this time.

The Springs • June 2018 • 19

Jurrasic Quest’s
Dinosaurs Come to
“Life” at Convention

Center

“Jurassic QuestXL: Out of Extinction,” Americas largest and most realistic
dinosaur event, will open its doors Friday, June 22 – Sunday June 24, at the Hot
Springs Convention Center. Visitors will walk through the Cretaceous period, the
Jurassic period and the Triassic period and experience for themselves what it was
like to be among living, breathing dinosaurs.

From the very small, to the gigantic, skyscraping dinosaurs can be seen at
Jurassic Quest events. Jurassic Quest has over 100 true to life size dinosaurs in each
of its 2 events.

In collaboration with leading paleontologists, each dinosaur was
painstakingly replicated in every detail. Whether their prehistoric counterpart had
skin that was scaly, had feathers or fur, Jurassic Quest has spared no expense in
bringing this realism to life.

In Jurassic Quest’s Dinosaur World, the dinosaurs roar and move, some
even walk around. There’s a sometimes-blurry line between visitors watching the
dinosaurs… And the dinosaurs watching them.

The interactive baby dinosaurs are always a big hit and another feature
that can be seen at Jurassic Quest events. The baby dinosaurs love to see and play
with our guests. They’ve been known to grab baseball caps right off of unsuspecting
children’s heads, nibble at their shirts and even pose for pictures.

Turns out, even when they grow up a little, they still love the attention.
Jurassic Quest has adolescent dinos that walk around and play with our guests. Just
like when they were babies, they love to put smiles on families faces and with their
bigger size, maybe startle them a little, too. This is another dinosaur fan favorite that
can be seen at Jurassic Quest Events.

Once visitors have experienced the Dinosaur Exhibit, they’re not finished
yet… There are many attractions and activities for all kinds of dinosaur fans. Guests
can dig up fossils like a real paleontologist. They can ride on the back of a huge 24ft
TRex, or the spiky, overgrown, Carnotaurus. There are several different species to
ride and visitors always find their favorite.

There are countless dinosaur themed rides through-out the event…
Inflatable mazes, HUGE slides, and the multitrack Dino Bungee Pull. Jurassic Quest
has a Dinosaur Petting Zoo where little ones can pet dinosaurs that are more their
size and take photos, do crafts with the kiddos, experience Dino Science stations,
visit the fossil area in the Dinosaur Museum and see real dinosaur fossils dating
back over 60 million years.

Whether they are big or small, visitors will have a ball. For more
information and to purchase tickets, visit www.jurassicquest.com/hot-springs.
Active Duty Police, Firefighters, Paramedics as well as Active and Inactive Military
Personnel, their spouses and kids save $2 on each ticket. Must present ID at event.

Ouachita Artists Exhibit
at Garvan Gardens

Garvan Woodland Gardens’ Magnolia Room is the setting for the Ouachita
Artists Gallery’s June art exhibit. Come out to Garvan Gardens and see what they
have to share during the month of June. Art Exhibits in the Magnolia Room are free
and open to the public.

Ouachita Artists Gallery is a working gallery and studio with active and
supporting members. Founded in 2011, its mission is “to share ideas and techniques
through conducting informative demonstrations, to further the appreciation of
creative art in the community and sustain a physical gallery for the community by
providing venues for display of many art forms and by using our local artists and
programs to inspire, educate and expose people to the joys of art.”

Located in Mount Ida, Arkansas, the public is always welcome to browse
the gallery and visit with the artists. The variety of art amazes visitors - oils, pastels,
clay, pottery, glass, metal, photography, jewelry, and wood. The Gallery offers
classes, workshops and opportunities to just come and paint or complete a project
in several hours.

ARTrageous is held the first Monday of each month. From 6-8pm an
instructor will work artists through a take-home art project. They have classes for
children throughout the year. Visitors don’t have to be members to come to the
programs. The Gallery in Mount Ida is open Tuesday - Saturday from 10-3pm. To
learn more, visit Facebook: Ouachita Artists Gallery.

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Pictured left to right: Gary Troutman, Ira Klineman, Charlene Copeland, Helen
Harris, Larry Stanley, Dr. John Simpson, Melinda Gassaway, Kermit Tucker,

Kerri Owen, U of A Provost Jim Coleman, U of A Chancellor Joseph Steinmetz,
Dean-Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design Peter MacKeith, U of A Vice
Chancellor for University Advancement Mark Power, GWG Garden Director
Becca Ohman, GWG Executive Director Bob Bledsoe, and Arkansas State Senator

Bill Samples. (Submitted photo)

Garvan Gardens
Treehouse Project
Receives Donation

The Evans Children’s Adventure Garden Treehouse Project at Garvan
Woodland Gardens received a generous donation in the amount of $250,000 from
the Oaklawn Foundation of Hot Springs toward the educational components of
the structure. Part of an ambitious plan to bring children back into the woods, the
Treehouse Project will utilize a rich visual and tactile environment to stimulate the
mind and body, while accommodating the needs of all users.

Bob Bledsoe, Executive Director at Garvan said, “The vision for the
Treehouse within the Evans Children’s Adventure Garden is to combine a child’s
natural inclination to imagine, explore and play, with provided elements of
education about one of Arkansas’ greatest assets, which is its natural resources. We
are extremely grateful to the Oaklawn Foundation for their financial support of this
vision on behalf of children and grandchildren for generations to come.”

Oaklawn Foundation’s stated mission says, “The Oaklawn Foundation is
committed to the improvement of the quality of life for the people of Hot Springs
and Garland County through the funding of programs in support of education and
senior citizens.”

Members of the Oaklawn Foundation gathered with officials from the
University of Arkansas on Wednesday, May 15, when the University of Arkansas
Chancellor’s Bus Tour visited Garvan Woodland Gardens for a luncheon and tour.

For more information about the Gardens, visit www.garvangardens.org, or
call 501-262-9300.

Garvan Woodland Gardens’ mission is to preserve and enhance a unique
part of the Ouachita environment; provide people with a place of learning, research,
cultural enrichment, and serenity; develop and sustain gardens, landscapes, and
structures of exceptional aesthetics, design, and construction; and partner with and
serve communities of which the Gardens is a part.

From the dynamic architectural structures to the majestic botanical
landscapes, Garvan Woodland Gardens offers breathtaking sights (and fantastic
photo opportunities) at every turn.

22 • The Springs • June 2018 Oaklawn’s Finish Line
Theater Announces
Fay Jones School Offers Summer Concerts
Summer Design Camp
at Garvan Woodland Among the musicians scheduled to perform this summer at Oaklawn are

Gardens The Commodores, Night Ranger and Dennis DeYoung: The Music of STYX, Sara

The Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design will host four Design Evans with Thompson Square and Jerrod Niemann, John Oates.  
Camp sessions this summer in four cities around the state, including one June 25-29
at Garvan Woodland Garden in Hot Springs. These weeklong sessions will also take The Commodores signed with Motown label in 1972, began their rise to
place in Fayetteville, Little Rock and Wilson.
stardom while touring with the Jackson 5 and went on to sell 60 million records
The Fayetteville and Wilson camps are already filled; online registration for
the Hot Springs and Little Rock camps is available on the school’s website. for the legendary label. The band’s biggest hit singles are ballads such as “Easy,”

The camp is $350 for regular registration. Details and registration links can “Three Times a Lady” and “Nightshift” and funky dance hits including “Brick
be found at www.fayjones.uark.edu/news-and-events/design-camp.
House,” “Fancy Dancer,” “Lady (You Bring Me Up)” and “Too Hot ta Trot.”
Camp sessions will be held from June 11-15 on the U of A campus in
Fayetteville; from June 18-22 at Arkansas Studies Institute in Little Rock; and from In 1986, the Commodores, which consists of Walter “Clyde” Orange,
June 25-29 at both Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs and The Delta School
in Wilson. James Dean “J.D.” Nicholas and William “WAK” King, along with their five-

The Fayetteville, Little Rock and Hot Springs camps are for students going piece band, known as the “Mean Machine,” won their first Grammy for the song
into ninth through 12th grades, while the Wilson camp is for students going into third
through 12th grades. “Nightshift.”  

Each Design Camp session incorporates the three disciplines of architecture, Dennis DeYoung is best
landscape architecture and interior design. Students have the chance to learn new
skills, including sketching and observation, how to analyze a site, and how to known for being a founding member
approach a design problem from conception and early ideation through completion,
most often in the form of scale models and drawings. of the rock band STYX and served

Each area of design has inspired a camp location: Hot Springs focuses more as the groups lead vocalist and
on landscape architecture, Little Rock focuses on the urban aspects of design.
keyboardist from 1970 until June
Design Camp is supported by a grant from the UofA Women’s Giving Circle.
To learn more, contact Judy Stone at [email protected] or 479-575-2399. 1999. He has been credited as the

writer of more Styx songs than any

other member.

He was also the band’s most

successful writer, penning seven of

the band’s eight Billboard Top 10

singles as well as a solo top 10 single. John Oates is scheduled to appear Friday,
Night Ranger has earned September 21, at Oaklawn’s Finish Line

widespread acclaim, multi-platinum Theater. (PR photo)
and gold album status while leaving

their indelible mark on the music charts with a string of best-selling albums (Dawn

Patrol, Midnight Madness, 7 Wishes, Big Life and Man In Motion). Their most

recognizable hit singles include “Sister Christian,” “Don’t Tel Me You Love Me,”

“When You Close Your Eyes” and “(You Can Still) Rock In America.” Their latest

album is “Don’t Let Up.”

Multi-platinum entertainer Sara Evans is among country music’s leading

ladies. Her five #1 country singles include “No Place That Far,” “Suds in the

Bucket,” “A Real Fine Place to Start,” “Born to Fly” and “A Little Bit Stronger.”

Her distinctive country sound has earned her Academy of Country Music Top

Female Vocalist honors as well as numerous American Music Awards.

She will be performing with Thompson Square, best known for “Are You

Going to Kiss Me or Not” and “If I Didn’t Have You,” and Jerrod Niemann, whose

hits include platinum certified multi week #1 “Drink To That All Night,” “Lover,

Lover” and his current single “I Got This.”

John Oates is one half of the best-selling duo of all time Hall & Oates, as

well as an accomplished solo artist, whose latest album is titled “Arkansas” was

released in February. A member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters

Hall of Fame, Oates embarked on a long-awaited solo career in 1999. Digging back

deep into his early influences, on this current tour, Oates takes concert goers on an

uplifting musical journey from the birth of popular music in the American Delta all

the way through re-imagined versions of his iconic 80s hits.

“Over the last few years, fans have come to expect some of the biggest

names in music during the Finish Line Theater Concert Series and this year’s lineup

certainly won’t disappoint,” Director of Marketing Kim Baron said. “Whether

you’re a fan of Motown, country music or rock and roll, there’s going to something

for everyone.”

For more information about the summer concerts, visit www.oaklawn.

com/gaming/2018-concert-series.

2018 Finish Line Theater Schedule
ONLINE SALES ONLY | Must be 21+ | Concert at 7 p.m.

Friday Jul 20: The Commodores
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 3 at 9 a.m. $50 & $60
Saturday Aug 11: Night Ranger and Dennis DeYoung: The Music of STYX
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 24 at 9 a.m. $55 & $70
Friday Aug 31: Sara Evans with Thompson Square and Jerrod Niemann
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, August 14 at 9 a.m. $55 & $70
Friday Sept 21: John Oates 
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 4 at 9 a.m. $40 & $55

The Springs • June 2018 • 23

Purple is the New Green
By David Rose

In 2016, 6.5 billion dollars were

spent on elections in the USA. That ain’t

chicken feed. Unfortunately, Arkansas

only benefitted from a small portion of

that spending.

The lions share went to

Battle Ground States: states where

either side can win. A place like

Arkansas, which is dead Red, doesn’t

get diddly-squat. Let’s face it folks,

we’re leaving money on the table here.

We can cash in if we follow a simple two-

part program.

1) If you get called by a pollster

or receive a questionnaire in the mail,

respond to every question with Don’t Guest Writer, David Rose
Know, No Opinion, or None of the Above.

By fall Arkansas will be showing a tinge of purple. The Reds will get nervous,

the Blues will get hopeful, and money will begin to trickle in.

2) When you go to vote this November, follow this simple rule. Look at

your Social Security number. If it’s an even number, vote Republican: if it’s odd,

vote Democratic. The final vote will be so close here in the Natural State the

recount will go on till Easter.

If we all follow this two step program, political money will flow like

manna from heaven in 2020. Not trickle-down money, but cash-up-front money.

Money for local TV, radio, magazines and newspapers, Money for home-grown

doorknockers, phone callers, spin doctors and mudslingers. Help turn Arkansas

Purple and we can turn Arkansas Green in the process.

In a blast from the past, David Rose, author of plenty of satire, and

former guest writer to The Springs Magazine, provides a bit of apolitical wisdom

for voters this election year.

Pocket Presents “James
& the Giant Peach”

The Pocket Community Theatre, will present “James and the Giant Peach”
in June. The classic story is directed by Tami Pultz and adapted by David Wood
from the classic children’s story by Roald Dahls.

In the play, the story is faithfully told by James himself and the insect
characters: Miss Spider, Old-Green-Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybird, and
Earthworm. The play begins at the end of the story, when James and his friends are
living in the giant peach stone in Central Park, New York.

A tour guide brings a party of tourists to see this major attraction and
James and his friends tell the story of how they came to live in New York. The
insects and James play the other roles as the audience experiences years of torture at
the hands of the cruel Aunt Spiker and Aunt Sponge and the epic journey across the
Atlantic Ocean. The production relies heavily on special lighting and sound effects,
as well as beautifully crafted puppetry.

Tickets are $20: $5 for children ages 12 and younger. Show times are 7:30
p.m. June 1-2, 2:30 p.m. June 3, 7:30 p.m. June 8-9, and 2:30 p.m. June 10. Call
623-8585 for more information. Located at 170 Ravine Street.

24 • The Springs • June 2018 Escape c Bathe c Splurge
Stay c Learn c Enjoy
Eat c Hike c Walk c Play
Shop c Tour c Drink

100 Block Central Ave 200 Block Central Ave Bubbalu’s Bodacious Burgers Downtowner Marketplace
Low-key counter service with Vendors in one location with
burgers, hot dogs & ice cream antiques, vintage & new products
DeSoto Rock & Gift Shop
Fat Jack’s Oyster & Sports Bar Locally crafted jewelry & minerals Stella Mae’s…Out of the Ordinary Rocket Fizz
Great food, music. Pets OK on patio Retro inspired clothing for rockabilly Largest selection of candy & soda
National Park Aquarium
Freshwater & saltwater fish, frogs, hellcats & pinup dolls ever found in one store!
Kollective Coffee & Tea tortoises, & lizards
Organic and local for breakfast & Chez Julie’ Boutique
Perfect blend of home, fashion &
personal accessories
Ginger’s Popcorn
The best darn popcorn in the South!
All Things Natural
Bring home the wonder & beauty of nature
lunch Rolando’s Restaurante 300 Block Central Ave American Art Gallery & Gifts
Featuring local, regional, national and
The Colonial Pancake & Waffle House Latin American fare. Full bar & patio Ricky’s international artists
Breakfast & brunch. As seen in Large selection of t-shirts and more Jack Knife Barbershop
Southern Living! GR8 Escapes Arkansas Tombstone Old Time Photos All things barbering
Escape room. Discover clues & solve Wild West, gangster portraits taken &
puzzles. Ages 12 & up Spencer’s Corner
801processed while you wait
Rings ‘n’ Things Savory Pantry
Fun fashion jewels & gifts Gourmet gift baskets & edible essentials
The Villa Boutique Pancake Shop Thai-Me Spa National Park Duck Tours Next Generation Tye-Dyes & Apparel
Apparel, bath & body, linens, jewelry, Serving breakfast exclusively. Family Pampering massage, skin treatments, Land & water tours on Lake Hamilton Cotton clothes & beddingn
and accessories owned & operated nail & body services. The Glitzy Girls by Bear Necessities
Metaphysical Connection Art by the Park Upscale women’s boutique/ Picante’s Mexican Grill
Shop, Reiki, massage & Tarot readings Original oil paintings and frames Argentinian Coffee & Wine Bar accessories, on-site handmade jewelry Authentic dishes in traditional relaxed
Colonial Candy Corner Silver Coconut Argentinian delicacies, ultimate Renee’s atmosphere
Retro & nostalgic candy, ice cream Collegiate, boutique baby items, & Buenos Aires bar experience! Women’s apparel, jewelry & home décor
The Little Jewel Box high end home accents Brick House Grill
Boutique for antiques, estate and Bathhouse Row Winery Oxy-Zen Steaks, burgers, salads and much more
designer jewelry Showcases native AR wine selections Oxygen bar to restore, relax & revive!
Tastings daily 500 Block Central Ave Steinhaus Keller
Snazzies, Inc. Central Park Mining GOeurtmdoaonrrseesatatiunrgant & biergarten
Young, contemporary, funky boutique Items for your home and garden Gangster Museum of America
Guided tour exposes the underground
Spa Souvenirs & Gifts world of Central Avenue Gary Morris Interiors
Almost all items are unique & locally Unique décor, lamps and gifts
made or designed
Historic District Antiques Dapper & Debonaire
Estate jewelry, lighting, glass, & furniture Grooming goods for the modern male.

Kringles in the Park The Bath Factory The Ohio Club Petals, Purses, Etc. Veteran owned
Christmas, seasonal, collectible & gifts Handcrafted soaps & indulgences for A Narrow Escape
bath & body Since 1905, the oldest bar in Arkansas Exclusive handbags, women’s & Brain-teaser escape room. Ages 8 & up
children’s clothing & gifts
Great food & live music

Fat Bottomed Girl’s Cupcake Shoppe Arlington Hotel The Avenue State & Pride Provisions Co. Subway
As seen on CUPCAKE WARS! Historic hotel, largest hotel in AR-500 Upscale restaurant and bar located in One-of-a-kind store. Goods, gifts, Submarine sandwich shop
rooms/suites The Waters Hotel apparel that reflect Arkansas culture
Gypsy Girl - Plenty Mystic Convenience Store Bubba Brews Brewing Co. Spa City 800 Block Central Ave
The Waters Hotel Taproom & Restaurant
Plum Pretty Boutique Historic, boutique hotel, 62 rooms Restaurant & tavern Gallery Central
Latest fashions for women of all ages
Blushed Beauty Boutique Art gallery with painting, sculptures,
Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum Gifts, makeup & makeup services 600 Block Central Ave jewelry, & candles
Journey through the Seven Magic
Worlds of this museum Toy Chest Legacy Fine Art Gallery
4D Adventure Timeless & specialty toys, books, Angel’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Artwork by local & internationally
The amazing 4D simulation will leave science kits, and more Italian specialties for lunch and dinner known artists
you enthralled!
Spa City Tropical Winery & Gifts Earthbound Trading Company Artists’ Workshop Gallery Maxwell Blade’s Malco Theatre of Magic
100% tropical fruit, berry & citrus wine Unique merchandise-apparel, Cooperative gallery with 30 local artists Magic & comedy for the whole family
Kilwins accessories and home décor
Since 1947, chocolates, ice cream & more All Things Arkansas Justus Fine Art Gallery
EVILO Oils & Vinegars Products made in AR & relating to AR Fine art gallery features established &
Bathhouse Row Delectable oils & vinegars, tastings daily Crystal Springs Gallery emerging artists
Minerals, fossils, fine jewelry by local
Superior Bathhouse Brewery Granny’s Kitchen & international artisans Core Public House
Plenty Mystic Makeup Boutique Thermal springs brewery, restaurant Southern breakfast, lunch and dinner
Organic hand-crafted cosmetics & special event venue The Galaxy Connection beer, wine, and spirits
Fordyce Bathhouse Pour Some Sugar on Me Sweet Shoppe
Faith & Flair Boutique Nat’l Park Visitor Center & museum Candy & delectable delights. 100Star Wars museum & gift store Block Exchange
Women’s boutique clothing Quapaw Baths & Spa
Thermal pools & baths, plus luxurious Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium Large vintage Star Wars toy collection
The Springs Hotel & Spa spa services Handcrafted locally-soap & bath luxuries
Casual hotel and spa with 139 rooms Ozark Bathhouse k Central Ave Hot Springs Visitor Center Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Beer Garden
Cultural center, open on weekends Tourist information center Experience Deadhead-Brauhaus
Vina Morita Buckstaff Baths 400 Block Central Ave
Authentic Mexican cuisine. Patio dining Our only remaining traditional 700 Block Central Ave Culture. Gin Joint-Live Music
thermal bathing facility Lauray’s Jewelers
Beverly’s Casual Shop/You-nique Lamar Bathhouse Exquisite bridal, custom designs, & Maxine’s Live 900 Block Central Ave
Boutique Bathhouse Row Emporium revolutionary repairs Live music, food, craft beer & drinks
Classy and fabulous boutique! Belle of Hot Springs Riverboat DT In The Raw Test Kitchen & Juice Bar
Red Sunflower Boutique All-inclusive cruises & trolley tours AR’s 1st gourmet raw foods & Plant-
Mountain Valley Spring Company Women’s and girls’ clothing boutique based restaurant
Tour the Visitor Center/Museum
Taste free samples The Mountain’s Edge The Porterhouse Steak and Seafood Will’s Cinnamon Shop
Arkansas’ largest retail knife store Prime-only steaks and seafood cuisine Homemade, totally from scratch
cinnamon rolls.
Copper Penny Pub
Irish pub, food, beer, big screen TVs

Vault 723 FREE PARKING - 128 Exchange St.
Timeless Vault Dining 2 HR PARKING - on Central Ave

The Springs • June 2018 • 25

Forever Beautiful Offers a
Variety of Services/Classes

Considering a Facelift? First, Consult with Forever Beautiful Expert…
Rita Stone, highly skilled, regionally recognized expert, licensed in
Arkansas and Oregon. She is a Certified Micropigmentologist Laser specialist and
approved instructor by The Career Board of Higher Education and the Arkansas
Health Department with over 17 years of professional experience.
Laser IPL Photo Rejuvenation removes sun spots, age spots, reduces
Rosacea, broken blood vessels and improves skin texture through collagen
stimulation, like a facelift without surgery and no down time.
Tired of shaving during the summer months? Laser hair removal does the
trick and will make your life easier!
Forever Beautiful also offers Permanent Cosmetics makeup (PC). PC,
which is an aesthetic procedure, using no ink but natural pigments designed for the
face. PC won’t wear off or smear while exercising, bathing or sleeping, offering
24-hour carefree beauty for today’s active lifestyles. There’s nothing better than
waking up in the morning knowing you look as beautiful as you did before you
closed your eyes.
PC or Micro Pigment Implantation (MPI) is a boon to time-crunched
professionals, sports and outdoor enthusiasts, those with poor eyesight or unsteady
hands, allergies or sensitivities to cosmetics, and contact lens wearers.
PC is hugely popular, with eyeliner as the most sought after enhancement,
followed by eyebrows, lip liner and lip coloring.
Forever Beautiful’s expanded services also include scar or stretch
mark camouflage, wrinkle camouflage, beauty mark, areola restoration and skin
repigmentation. All services are performed in the highest aseptic standards to
ensure your health.
Stone’s on premise school is a great career opportunity, and there’s definitely
enough work to go around. She says, “This line of work requires an artistic approach
to a technical skill. It is my mission to provide training that raises the bar for our
entire industry and provides more consistent results for our individual clients.” Call
now to register for classes, for consultation, or for individual treatment. Rita Stone,
Forever Beautiful, 714 W. Grand, 501-767-2555.

On Mental Health:
Perception and Anxiety

by Michelle Crandell
Humans perceive life experiences as threats, as losses, as challenges or

opportunities; as facts of life or as learning experiences.
See life as a challenge/opportunity and the areas of your brain that govern

problem solving light up. Ask yourself a questions like, “How can I cope with this
other person?” or “What can I realistically expect in this situation?”

All problems have solutions. People are motivated by challenges and
opportunities. We usually become more focused, determined and resilient when we
see life as a series of challenges and opportunities.

Many realities are simply “facts of life.” Recognizing this brings calmness
and acceptance. “I’m the boss of me….and that’s hard enough.” “All relationships
end…save the one with yourself.” “One way to increase your experience of
happiness is to lower your expectations.”

These and many other wise sayings help people get back into the present
moment and once again, shift into problem solving.

See life as a series of learning experiences and you become able to cope
with present problems from the point of view of your own future. This reminds you
there is a future that can be made better because of the wisdom and knowledge you
acquire today.

Asking, “What am I learning?” helps people rise above the present
moment and gain self-confidence.

Recognizing that life involves loss? Good, up to a point. First, it’s true.
Second, we develop empathy, connect to one another through grief… for who has
not lost? The risk is becoming lost in your losses. Believing “life is just a series of
losses” leads to depression.

26 • The Springs • June 2018

Yoga Triangle Pose:
A “Go-To” Pose for
Strength and Stretching

Karen Watson Reeves demonstrates Triangle Pose, great for strengthening and
stretching. Photo courtesy of Fred Padilla.

by Karen Watson Reeves
“When I don’t have a lot of time for a yoga practice, but want to do a bit

of strengthening and stretching, what are some ‘go-to’ poses?” That is a question I
hear, and one of the poses that I will include in my answer is Triangle Pose.

It offers so much benefit to the body while being approachable for most
people. It is a pose to learn basic alignment that will help practitioners build the
foundation they need for more advanced postures. Like every yoga pose, one
approaches the pose from where he/she is. Modifications and the use of a block
under the lower hand can help take the yogi deeper into the pose in a safe manner.

Here are some of the physical benefits:
It stretches the side waist, which is an often neglected area of the body.
When the side body is chronically tight, alignment issues, as well as pain and
discomfort, can result. So getting a good side waist opening is important.
It opens the side hip. This area tends to be overly tight for runners, walkers,
cyclers, and anyone else who uses the lower body a lot in day-to-day life. Opening
the sides of the hips can help one feel less overall hip pain.
It teaches external rotation of the standing leg. Because we mostly stand
parallel, an external rotation will help strengthen different muscles in the legs, hips,
and pelvis that help offer a balanced strength in the lower body. When these areas
are strengthened, you may be able to move into more challenging poses.
It opens the heart. Triangle Pose is not strictly a chest expanding/heart
opening pose. But when it is practiced with true alignment in mind, the chest will
be rotated upward, creating a slight arch in the upper back. It is a subtle upper body
opening and can really be sensed when the pose is taken to a longer hold.
It strengthens the core muscles. As you extend through your bottom
ribs and hold your chest slightly open, your abdominal and back muscles will be
working to keep you standing and balanced. Your core/abdominal muscles will be
strengthened, as well as experiencing increased stamina in your upper body.
Triangle Pose can be challenging, but to reap the benefits as you learn the
pose, don’t worry about your lower hand reaching the floor or even a yoga block.
Think of your body being a slice of bread being dropped into a toaster. To help
ensure this alignment, begin practicing it against a wall. And for all you geometry
fans, see how many triangles your body is making!
Karen Watson Reeves was born and raised in Mount Holly and has called
Hot Springs home since 2006. She became a registered yoga teacher in 2011 and
has travelled Arkansas teaching her passion. She owns The Yoga Place, is on the
Hot Springs YMCA teaching staff, is an adjunct instructor at National Park College,
as well as teaching in several other fabulous venues. When not on the mat, Karen
enjoys the beautiful outdoors of the National Park, especially from her bicycle.

The Springs • June 2018 • 27

Tarot: The Magician

by Michelle Crandell

The Fool’s first
experience on his journey is
with the Magician. The Fool
comes upon a handsome
man who is moving objects
without even touching
them.

The Fool watches
fascinated, while the
Magician effortlessly makes
a sword, a cup, a wand and
a disc do his bidding. He
is captivated by this agile,
entertaining man. “Where
did you get these magic
instruments?” the Fool asks.

The Magician likes
this Fool. So, he shares a
great secret: everyone has a
sword—the ability to think.
Everyone has a cup—
the ability to feel and to
have sensory experiences.
Everyone has a wand—
intuition, motivation and
passion. Everyone has a
disc—the ability to use
one’s body and the raw materials found in the physical world.

The Magician tells the Fool, “How a person uses and develops skills
with these tools determines his passage through life.” He tells the Fool to open
his sack. “See there! You have your very own set of tools. They were in your
sack all along.”

The Fool is so surprised. He sits right down and examines his own
tools. They are something like those the Magician manipulates so deftly, but
different, too. As the Fool gets up and takes his leave, the Magician tells him
one more thing. “It is more important to learn to control your own tools than to
attempt to control the tools of others.”

Michelle Crandell provides individual readings for a fee. Once a
year, she teaches LEARN TO READ TAROT. For more information, email
[email protected] or call 501-655-6242.