FEBRUARY 2010

Thru Apr 10, 2010  106th Annual Live Racing at Oaklawn

            Location:  Oaklawn Park

            Call for Information:  501-623-4411 or 1-800-OAKLAWN, on the web at http://www.oaklawn.com, or email to winning@oaklawn.com

            Description:  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, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 1:30 pm, and Saturdays at 1 pm. Derby Day is April 10th

Feb 5, 2010  Gallery Walk

            Location:  Downtown Hot Springs

            Time:  5-9 pm

            Call for Information:  501-624-0550

            Description:  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.

Feb 7, 2010  6th Annual Chocolate Festival

            Location:  Hot Springs Convention Center

            Time: 1-3 pm

            Description: Come join us and eat chocolate for charity at the "chocolatiest" pre-Super Bowl event in town. Indulge your taste buds and feel good about supporting a truly worthwhile cause.  Benefiting the Charitable Christian Medical Clinic.

            Admission:  $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Purchase your tickets from Embassy Suites or the Charitable Christian Medical Clinic.

Feb 9, 2010  Tuesday Tea Series

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Time:  3:00 pm

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300 or 800-366-4664, on the web at http://www.garvangardens.org, or email to gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

            Description:  Enjoy traditional English tea, including tasty scones, crumpets, finger sandwiches and delectable desserts, the second Tuesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Pratt Welcome Center or on the Veranda, weather permitting. A different theme and selection of foods will be offered each month.

            Admission:  $15 for members and $18 for non-members. Seating is limited. Pre-payment required.

Feb 11-21, 2010  “Arsenic and Old Lace”

            Location:  Pocket Theatre, 170 Ravine Street

            Call for Information:  501-623-8585, or on the web at www.pockettheatre.com

        Description:  The new season kicks off with an old favorite, Arsenic and Old Lace.  Teddy is still digging in Panama and the Brewster sisters continue to serve up their elderberry wine.

Feb 12-13, 2010  11th Annual HS Home & Outdoor Show by US 97

            Location:  Hot Springs Convention Center

            Call for Information:  Neal Gladner, 501-525-9700, on the web at www.myhotsprings.com, or email to ngladner@usstations.com

            Description:  Need something to improve your home? The Premiere Home Show in Hot Springs - the largest in the area in it's 11th year. Tips on building, room additions, remodeling, and decorating. Don't miss the event that brings all of the best places to shop for home goods together for one show. Many once a year discount buying opportunities. Sponsored by: US Stations, LLC/US 97 Radio.

Feb 13, 2010  12th Annual Black History Month Celebration & Benefit

            Location:  Hot Springs Convention Center - Rooms 207-209

            Call for Information:  501-624-9400, on the web at www.theuzuriproject.org, or email to info@theuzuriproject.org

            Description:  Storytelling and Its Significance Told Through Oral Dramatization, Drumming, Dance!  This FREE program will be a KICKOFF for a year-long, statewide initiative to preserve and promote storytelling as part of the heritage and culture of African Americans, our State and our Nation.

Feb 13, 2010  Local Premiere Screening “No Greater Love”

            Location:  Crossgate Campus, 3100 East Grand Avenue-Hwy 70 East

            Time:  5-9 PM

            Call for Information: 

            Description:  Crossgate Church hosts the local premiere screening of the newly released movie, "No Greater Love," the dramatic story of faith, forgiveness, and the sovereignty of God.

            Hors d'oeuvre Reception, 5:00-5:30 pm

            Dinner: 5:30-6:30 pm (Cost: $10.99/Reserve by Feb 9; Sarah, 262-6688, email whollyground@crossgate.org)

            Movie: 7-9 pm (FREE-no reservation needed)

Feb 15-Mar 7, 2009  8th Annual Daffodil Days

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300, 800-366-4664, on the web at http://www.garvangardens.com, or email to info@garvangardens.com

            Description:  Botanical beauty! The spring season begins at Garvan Woodland Gardens with the "Dance of the Daffodils." Come enjoy the beautiful color of over 150,000 daffodils from 327 varieties on a breath-taking 210 acre botanical garden on Lake Hamilton.

            Admission:  Regular Garden admission applies

Feb 18, 2010  CASA Basketball -Razorback Alumni VS Garland County

            Location:  Lakeside Gymnasium

            Time:  7 pm

            Information:  On the web at www.garlandcountycasa.org.

            Description:  Come watch our local celebrities play Razorback Alumni such as Pat “The Shooter” Bradley, Anthony Lucas, Robert Johnson, Billy Pharis, and others.  All Proceeds Benefit Garland County CASA. 

            Admission to the Game:  $15.00; tickets may be purchased at Southern Bancorp, 4138 Central Ave, or online at www.garlandcountycasa.org.

            Pre-Game Fish Fry Dinner:  5:30 pm (take home available) at the Lakeside Cafeteria (Adults $8.00, Children 10 and under $5.00)

Feb 19, 2010  Antique Walk

            Location:  100 Block of Central Avenue - Downtown Hot Springs

            Time:  4-8 pm

            Call for Information:  Davis Tillman, 501-624-4083

            Description:  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.

Feb 21, 2010  Willie Nelson Live in Concert

            Location:  Summit Arena

            Time:  7:30 pm

            Description:  American music legend and cultural icon Willie Nelson is widely recognized as an American icon. His distinctive music and other social and political activities sometimes take a backseat to his pop-culture public image, marked by his red hair, often divided into two long braids partially concealed under a bandana. He has been active in social and political causes ranging from tax protests to support for a Democratic effort in the mid-2000s to bust up a Republican gerrymandering attempt in Texas.

            Admission: Tickets for the show will go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 16.  There will be three price levels for the show: $55 ; $40 , and $35.   Tickets will be available at all Ticketmaster outlets (FYE Records in Hot Springs Mall), and may be charged by phone at 1-800-745-3000. The tickets also will be available on the Ticketmaster website, www.ticketmaster.com.

Feb 25, 2010  4th Thursday Teas

            Location:  Lookout Point Lakeside Inn

            Call for Information:  Kristie Rosset, 501-525-6155

            Description:  Savor a variety of teas, homemade scones, dessert, and finger sandwiches while enjoying the spectacular view of Lake Hamilton. The inn welcomes you to a lovely afternoon surrounded by beauty. Following tea, stroll the gardens and walk the lakeside labyrinth.

            Admission: $20.00 including tax and gratuity.

Feb 26-28, 2010  Hot Springs Boat, Tackle & RV Show

            Location:  Summit Arena & Hot Springs Convention Center

            Call for Information:  Ken Griffey, 501-765-1423, on the web at www.dgattractions.com, or email to griffeyinc@sbcglobal.net

            Description:  Hot Springs Boat, Tackle and RV Show will showcase nearly 200 Boats & RV’s along with exhibits featuring resorts, campgrounds, Boat and RV accessories, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Mobile Aquarium, BassMaster Casting Kids Competition and other exhibits related to the Boat and RV industry. You can register to win $1,000 in cash along with many other valuable prizes. Boat and RV manufacturers will have factory reps on hand to answer questions regarding Boat’s and RV’s.

            Admission: $5.00 Adults, Children under 12 free with an adult.

MARCH 2009

Thru Apr 10, 2010  106th Annual Live Racing at Oaklawn

            Location:  Oaklawn Park

            Call for Information:  501-623-4411 or 1-800-OAKLAWN, on the web at http://www.oaklawn.com, or email to winning@oaklawn.com

            Description:  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, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 1:30 pm, and Saturdays at 1 pm. Derby Day is April 10th

Thru Mar 7, 2009  8th Annual Daffodil Days

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300, 800-366-4664, on the web at http://www.garvangardens.com, or email to info@garvangardens.com

            Description:  Botanical beauty! The spring season begins at Garvan Woodland Gardens with the "Dance of the Daffodils." Come enjoy the beautiful color of over 150,000 daffodils from 327 varieties on a breath-taking 210 acre botanical garden on Lake Hamilton.

            Admission:  Regular Garden admission applies

Mar 3-14, 2010  Mack the Knife "The Life and Music of Bobby Darin"

            Location:  Malco Theater, 819 Central Avenue

            Description:  From teen idol to Copacabana hipster, Bobby Darin topped the charts, melted hearts and broke all the rules of pop music. Starring Chaz Esposito, Larry Frennock and a 9 piece orchestra, MACK THE KNIFE, is a movin’ and groovin’ reelin’ with the feelin’ rockin’ and a rollin’ musical event. It'll take you back to the time when AM radios blared Bobby Darin songs like Splish Splash, Dream Lover, Beyond the Sea, and of course Mack the Knife.

Mar 5, 2010  Sun Belt - Pep Band Spectacular

            Location:  Summit Arena

            Time:  6:30 pm

            Call for Information:  Sun Belt Conference, 504-299-9066 Ext 217

            Description:  Pep Bands from all Sun Belt Schools will perform, along with mascots and cheer squads.

            Admission:  Free. FREE ADMISSION, FREE HOTDOGS, FREE POPCORN AND FREE SOFT DRINKS

Mar 5, 2010  Gallery Walk

            Location:  Downtown Hot Springs

            Time:  5-9 pm

            Call for Information:  501-624-0550

            Description:  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.

Mar 6, 2010  Dribble Drive to Summit Arena

            Location:  Hill Wheatley Plaza

            Time:  8:30 am (Registration: 7.30-8:15 am)

            Call for Information:  Sun Belt Conference, 504-299-9066 Ext 217

            Ages:  Kids age 5-13 years of age or grades K- 8th

Mar 6-9  Sun Belt Conference Basketball Tournament

            Location:  Summit Arena

            Call for Information:  Sun Belt Conference, 504-299-9066 Ext 217

            Description:  Game schedules and ticket information will be announced at a later date.

            Ticket Information:  Summit Arena, 501-620-5001; Ticketmaster, 501-321-1919 or on the web at www.ticketmaster.com.  General Admission Tickets will be sold on Game Day ONLY IF AVAILABLE.

Mar 7, 2010  Malco Awards Night

            Location:  Malco Theater

            Time:  8 pm (following Pre-Awards Broadcast)

            Call for Information:  501-321-4747, or on the web at www.hsdfi.org

            Description:  The Hot Springs Documentary Film Institute is proud to invite you to join us for our 1st Annual Malco Awards Night, with a live broadcast of the 82nd Academy Awards® on the big screen.

            Pre-Broadcast Dinner:  5 pm, Regency Banquet Hall/Porterhouse Restaurant (You can watch live television coverage of the Pre-Award Show during dinner, and be entertained with Paparazzi and surprise ‘Movie Star’ guests.  Call for prices.

Mar 9, 2010  Tuesday Tea Series

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Time:  3:00 pm

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300 or 800-366-4664, on the web at http://www.garvangardens.org, or email to gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

            Description:  Enjoy traditional English tea, including tasty scones, crumpets, finger sandwiches and delectable desserts, the second Tuesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Pratt Welcome Center or on the Veranda, weather permitting. A different theme and selection of foods will be offered each month.

            Admission:  $15 for members and $18 for non-members. Seating is limited. Pre-payment required.

Mar 11, 2010  Chamber Educational Series presents "Best/Worst Practices"

            Location:  Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

            Time:  4-5 pm

            Description:  The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce presents the first session of its Educational Series, "Best/Worst Practices". This roundtable discussion will be lead by C.W. Miller with Custom Training Concepts and will take place during happy hour!!! Come and enjoy light appetizers and beverages while discussing hot topics with your fellow community businessmen/women!!

            Admission:  $15.00

Mar 11-13, 2010  Arkansas State High School Basketball Championship

            Location:  Summit Arena

            Description:  Arkansas State High School Basketball Championship

            Call for Information:  501-321-2027 or 800-543-2284

Mar 14, 2010  Arkansas School for Math, Science & the Arts Gala

            Location:  Arlington Hotel Crystal Ballroom

            Time:  6:30 pm

            Call for Information:  622-5105

Mar 17, 2010  First Ever 7th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

            Location:  Bridge Street

            Call for Information:  501-321-2277 or 1-800-772-2489, on the web at www.hotsprings.org/festivals_events/stpat_parade.asp, or email to hscvb@hotsprings.org

            Float Registration:  Email Leysa Lowery at leysa@hotsprings.org

            Description:  Come see the World's Shortest, First ever, 7th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and Pub Crawl!   Bo Derek is this years Grand Marshall.  Derek gained worldwide fame in 1979 as the perfect fantasy woman in “10,” Blake Edwards’ film comedy starring the late Dudley Moore.

Mar 18-21, 2010  Nothin' but Net Senior 3-on-3 B-ball Tournament

            Location:  Lakeside School District - Hot Springs School District - Hot Springs First Assembly of God

            Time:  9 am

            Call for Information:  AR Senior Olympics, 501-321-1441, on the web at www.srsports.org, or email to kdb@hotsprings.net

            Description:  3-on-3 basketball tournament -- seniors ages 50+, men 65, 70, 75+ Thursday-Friday, age men 60 Friday-Saturday. All women teams Saturday -Sunday, men age 50 and 55 Saturday and Sunday. Each day begins at 9 a.m. Open to the public. Last 2 years 52 teams, 26 states participated.

            Admission:  Free to spectators

Mar 19, 2010  Antique Walk

            Location:  100 Block of Central Avenue - Downtown Hot Springs

            Time:  4-8 pm

            Call for Information:  Davis Tillman, 501-624-4083

            Description:  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.

Mar 22-Apr 11, 2010  Tulip Extravaganza

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Time:  9 am-6 pm

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300, 800-366-4664, on the web at www.garvangardens.org, or email to gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

            Description:  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.

            Admission:  Regular admission applies

Mar 23, 2010  Chamber Networking Series presents " Business Over Breakfast"

            Location:  Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

            Time:  7:30-8:30 am

            Description:  What is Business over Breakfast? Every person will be seated at a round table of 6 people. Each person is given eight minutes to tell about his/her business, the services it provides and how his/her business can be a benefit to those who are sitting at the table. Samples of the products, coupons, as well as business cards and brochures from the business can be distributed to those who are seated at the table. Every person has eight minutes to showcase the business in just about any way they want.

            Admission:  $10 per person.  Breakfast from a local Chamber member included in the price.

APRIL

Thru Apr 10, 2010  106th Annual Live Racing at Oaklawn

            Location:  Oaklawn Park

            Call for Information:  501-623-4411 or 1-800-OAKLAWN, on the web at http://www.oaklawn.com, or email to winning@oaklawn.com

            Description:  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, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 1:30 pm, and Saturdays at 1 pm. Derby Day is April 10th

Thru Apr 11, 2010  Tulip Extravaganza

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Time:  9 am-6 pm

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300, 800-366-4664, on the web at www.garvangardens.org, or email to gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

            Description:  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.

            Admission:  Regular admission applies

Apr 2, 2010  Gallery Walk

            Location:  Downtown Hot Springs

            Time:  5-9 pm

            Call for Information:  501-624-0550

            Description:  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.

Apr 9, 2010  The St. John's Catholic School Derby Fest

            Location:  Hamilton House

            Time:  7 pm

            Call for Information:  Marianne Layne, 282-5751

            Description:  Fundraising Event for St. John's Catholic School.  Festivities include great food, cocktails, silent and live auction of Derby related items, live entertainment and lots of fun! 

Apr 9, 2010  Arkansas School for Math, Science & the Arts 4th Annual Tandberg Golf Classic

            Location:  Hot Springs Country Club

            Time:  9:30 am

            Call for Information:  622-5110

Apr 13, 2010  Tuesday Tea Series

            Location:  Garvan Woodland Gardens

            Time:  3:00 PM

            Call for Information:  501-262-9300 or 800-366-4664, on the web at http://www.garvangardens.org, or email to gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

            Description:  Enjoy traditional English tea, including tasty scones, crumpets, finger sandwiches and delectable desserts, the second Tuesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Pratt Welcome Center or on the Veranda, weather permitting. A different theme and selection of foods will be offered each month.

            Admissions:  Cost is $15 for members and $18 for non-members. Seating is limited. Pre-payment required.

Apr 15-17, 2010  Central Arkansas Corvette Club:  12^th Annual Corvette Weekend

            Location:  Summit Arena

            Call for Information:  Jerry Reagan, 501-580-2420, on the web at www.centralarkcc.com, or email to jreagan04magneticredcorvette@comcast.net

            Schedule:

                        Thursday:  Early Bird Party

                        Friday:  Poker Run, Autocross/Slalom Course, Guided Road Trips, Midnight Cruise

                        Saturday:  Corvette Show, Silent Auction, Drag Racing at Centerville Dragway, Awards

Apr 16, 2010  Antique Walk

            Location:  100 Block of Central Avenue - Downtown Hot Springs

            Time:  4:00 PM TO 8:00 PM

            Call for Information:  Davis Tillman, 501-624-4083

            Description:  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.

Apr 17, 2010  “It's For The Cause of Lupus” Gospel Concert

            Location:  First Church of the Nazarene

            Time:  6 pm

            Call for Information:  501-525-9380 or 800-294-8878, or on the web at www.firstgiving.com/28300

            Tickets:  No tickets will be sold; offerings accepted.

Apr 20, 2010  Hot Springs Sentinel Record Presents "Ladies Night Out"

            Location:  Hot Springs Convention Center

            Call for Information:  501-623-7711

            Description:  Fashion, food, and fun! Join us for an action-packed night featuring prizes, entertainment and more! Emceed by David Bazzel. The party starts at 5pm  and ends at 8pmso bring your girlfriends and have a blast!

            Admission:  Free.

Apr 22, 2010  4th Thursday Teas

            Location:  Lookout Point Lakeside Inn

            Call for Information:  Kristie Rosset, 501-525-6155

            Description:  Savor a variety of teas, homemade scones, dessert, and finger sandwiches while enjoying the spectacular view of Lake Hamilton. The inn welcomes you to a lovely afternoon surrounded by beauty. Following tea, stroll the gardens and walk the lakeside labyrinth.

            Admission: $20.00 including tax and gratuity.