"Hot Springs: A Journey Through History" - Photography Exhibit

501-321-2027 or 800-543-2284
 

"Hot Springs: A Journey Through History" is part of the permanent collection owned by the CVB featuring 19 new photos.

These are just some of the new photos added to this wonderful photo exhibit.

* Babe Ruth at the Hot Springs Country Club, circa 1923, with the Babe holding his golf club like a baseball bat.
* Ruth drinking from a water pump at the Hot Springs Country Club, also circa 1923.
* Ruth riding a horse at Oaklawn Jockey Club, also circa 1923.
* Cy Young, the legendary baseball pitcher, March 23, 1907. This photo was taken during spring training for pitchers held in Whittington Park. At the time Young was the player/manager for the Boston Americans (later renamed the Boston Red Sox).

"Hot Springs: A Journey Through History" consists of photographs from the collection of the Garland County Historical Society that have been enlarged and framed for exhibition purposes.

 

Gallery Walk

501-624-0550
 

Gallery Walk gives an opportunity to stroll beautiful downtown Hot Springs and enjoy some of the finest contemporary art in America. The art galleries that sparkle like a fine necklace are located in the heart of the Victorian downtown district. They stay open until 9 p.m., often with music and complimentary refreshments. The artists whose works are on display also turn out to chat with visitors to the galleries. Don't miss this monthly opportunity to enjoy the arts that earned Hot Springs the No. 4 ranking in the Top 100 Small Art Towns in America.

Antique/Boutique Walk

501-624-4083
Contact: Davis Tillman
 

Antique/Boutique Row (100-200) Block of Historic Downtown Central Avenue is one of Hot Springs' most popular destinations and features Antique/Boutique Walk each month on the third Friday evening from 4-8 pm. It is the place to be for that one-of-a-kind treasure, antiques, fine art, clothing, dazzling jewelry, specialty foods, plus unique gifts for the home and garden. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR ANTIQUE/BOUTIQUE WALK - Enjoy an evening of fun, shopping, and entertainment.

106th Annual Live Racing at Oaklawn

Oaklawn Park's 2010 live racing season begins! Through April 10th the Thoroughbred world is focused on Hot Springs' world famous Oaklawn Park. Races are Wednesdays through Sundays at 1:30pm and Saturdays at 1pm. Derby Day is April 10.

HS National Park Spring Sunday Nature Walks

hosp_interpretation@nps.gov
501-620-6704
Contact: Mark Blaeuer
 

A National Park Service ranger will lead a series of eight Sunday afternoon hikes along park trails. All hikes will begin at 2 p.m., weather permitting. Each hike will leave from a different location in the park.

Hikes are expected to last between 1 and 3 hours. Participants should wear sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots. It is also recommended that participants carry a container of drinking water and consider using insect repellent. A new season brings new sights and sounds. Join us for a little exercise in the beautiful park environment. Children are invited, too, and can earn a park Junior Ranger patch for participating.

Parking is available at or near each starting point. Here is the schedule, with starting points, approximate total distances, and estimated elevation changes:

March 7: North Mountain leg of Sunset Trail, 1.5 miles. Meet at Gulpha Gorge Campground amphitheater. Difference between highest and lowest elevations on route: 60 feet.

Tulip Extravaganza

www.garvangardens.org
gardeninfo@garvangardens.org
501-262-9300, 800-366-4664
 

Garvan Woodland Gardens will become a kaleidoscope of color during this 7th annual event. Over 101,000 graceful and delicate tulips will beautifully co-mingle with the wooded landscape and present an impressive floral display. Sharing center stage with the tulips will be thousands of dogwood trees and hundreds of azalea bushes all in peak color that provide a picture-perfect backdrop for family photos. Open daily 9am - 6pm. Regular admission applies.

4th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza

npfirstllady@yahoo.com
501-624-1905
Contact: Mike Mason
 

Community wode Easter Eggstravaganza.  50,000 filled eggs and prizes, Saturday, April3, 2010 - 10am-12Moom on the Cutter Football Field.  Games, face painting, prizes, bounce house, blow-up games, cake walk, arts & crafts table, entertainment and more....
5 age groups from age 0-12.

Pre-register by call 501-624-1905.

Eggstraordinary Easter Egg Hunt

www.gospellight.org
melissa.b@gospellight.org
501-624-5288 ext 10
Contact: Melissa Bonitatebus
 

 2nd annual city-wide Easter Egg Hunt including 20,000 easter eggs (hidden around the property), inflatable park for children, games, prizes and concession stands. Including a concert provided by the Southern gospel group, the Ball Brothers.

“Borel and Friends”

www.garvangardens.org
501-262-9300 or 800-366-4664
 

Enjoy a rare opportunity to meet, mingle and talk with horseracing dignitaries from around the country, including legendary jockey, Calvin Borel, who rode his way into the record books aboard one special lady – Rachel Alexandra.  He will be available to sign autographs and photos during a reception at Garvan Woodland Gardens April 7, 2010, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  The Gardens are a department of the University of Arkansas’ Fay Jones School of Architecture.  Heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine, and beer will be served.  Advance reservations and pre-payment are required. 

Log on to the Gardens’ Web site at www.garvangardens.org for prices and additional information.  To make reservations, call 501-262-9300 / 800-366-4664.  Proceeds from this event benefit the Gardens’ educational programs.

Denim and Diamonds During The Derby

www.garvangardens.org
501-262-9300 or 800-366-4664
 

For many, there is no time more festive than Oaklawn's "Racing Festival of the South," and, this year, it’s even more special with the inclusion of the $5M Apple Blossom Invitational race, followed the next day by the Arkansas Derby.  To celebrate the conclusion of the live racing season, Garvan Woodland Gardens, the University of Arkansas' botanical garden, will host "Denim and Diamonds During the Derby" on April 8, 2010,  from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. on the Edmondson Great Lawn under a clear tent.  Enjoy southern fried catfish with all the trimmings, a full bar, entertainment by the popular soft rock and jazz duo, "Brenda & Ellis" of Little Rock, and the “Daisy Derby,” featuring over-sized jockeys, under-sized “horses” and “trainers” that don’t have a clue.  Proceeds from the event benefit the Gardens’ educational programs.

Advance reservations and pre-payment are required.  Contact the Gardens at 501-262-9300/800-366-4664 for reservations or log on to the Web site at www.garvangardens.org for prices and complete details. 

Apple Blossom Invitational

www.appleblossominvitational.com
800-922-6478
 

The race the world’s been waiting for: Rachel Alexandra vs. Zenyatta. The two champion fillies will meet face-to-face for the first time at Oaklawn in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Oaklawn President Charles J. Cella has personally guaranteed a $5 million purse to bring Rachel and Zenyatta back to the track where each has already graced the winner’s circle.  The Apple Blossom Handicap, traditionally raced on the Saturday before the season-ending Arkansas Derby, has been moved to the Friday before Oaklawn’s signature race for three-year-olds. The 37^th Racing Festival of the South promises to be the greatest racing festival the world has ever seen. Join us in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the Spa City of the South, to witness this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Central Arkansas Corvette Club HS Corvette Weekend

www.centralarkcc.com
jreagan04magneticredcorvette@comcast.net
501-580-2420
Contact: Jerry Reagan
 

                Join us for the 12th Annual Corvette Weekend!

Thursday - April 15
* Early Bird Party - Austin Hotel 8-10pm
 

•       Light Hors D'oeuvres
•       Music

*Registration

Friday - April 16
*Registration (Transportation Depot or Austin Hotel TBA)
    

•     Registration Fee - $75 includes 2 Catfish/Chicken dinners Friday Night
•     Each addtional car $25

*Poker Run
*Autocross or Slalom Course - Hot Springs Mall on Central Avenue - 9am-3pm
*Guided Road Trips - routes to be determined
*Dinner at Mid-America Museum

•     Tour the museum
•     Catfish/Chicken Dinner
•     DJ Music & possible dancing

*Midnight Cruise through Hot Springs

Saturday - April 17
*Registration - Summit Arena
*Corvette Show - Summit Arena (8am-3pm)

•     Indoor & Outdoor Parking (first registered first served)
•     Vendors without trailers setup inside Convention Center outside of entrance doors to Summit Arena
•     Vendors with trailers setup outside

*Silent Auction
*Lunch - on your own
*Drag Racing at Centerville Dragway, 123 miles roundtrip leaving at 1:30pm
*Awards - 3pm

It's For the Cause of Lupus Gospel Concert

www.lupus-arkansas.com
lupusarkhs@direclynx.net
501-525-9380 or 800-294-8878.
Contact: Jamesetta Smith
 

Featured guest will include: The Gospel Whistler (Mr. Jerry Way), The Gospel Sons of Amory, MS, Linda Hunt, Darnell & Erica Cooper, Carpenter's Helpers, Luella Brown, Sherwood, AR.

No tickets sold but we will take donations for this cause. All net proceeds received will be used to fulfill Our Mission to educate and support those affected by Lupus and Find the CURE.