June Calendar of events for Hot Springs, AR

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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.

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Admission: Free; Contact the park for further details and program times.

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This is the best time to take a hike, before the heat of summer sets in. There are three trails and over nine miles to cover, with views of Lake Catherine, the Ouachita Mountainsm waterfalls, wildlife, and more. This weekend park interpreters lead guided hikes on every detail and offer other nature programs as well.

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Help celebrate 'Take a Hike' weekend and our national recreational trails! This day will be filled with hikes, hiking demonstrations, and more.

June 2, 2007
Dance City Recital

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Free admission.

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Annual dance recital for children ages 2-18. Enjoy ballet, clog, hip-hop, jazz, musical theatre, pointe and tap. There will also be a Daddy/Daughter Dance.

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Named the Top New Male Vocalist of 2006 by the Academy of Country Music, for No. 1 hits, "Hicktown" and "Amarillo Sky."

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Admission: Most events free; some $5-15.
Information updated daily on www.hotmusic.org.

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200 International musicians fill the Spa City with 17 concerts and nearly 250 open rehearsals of symphony orchestra, chamber orchestra, chamber music, musical theatre, recitals and master classes. Great concerts, open rehearsals, casual atmosphere, serious fun!

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More information as it becomes available.

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Free admission

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Senior softball tournament for 50+ years old. AA and AAA teams qualify for the National Softball Player Assoc. title. (S.P.A.)teams are rated according to team ability. Out of state teams invited.

June 9-10, 2007
Super Retriever Series Crown Championship

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Saturday - June 9, 2007 - FREE ADMISSION
8am - Oaklawn Park Infield - opens to the public
9:30am - retriever Trials - Series 1 - Top 16
12pm - 2pm - HRC- Speed Retrieve / Puppy Stakes / Junior Handler
12:30pm - Zink's World Champion Duck and Goose Calling Seminars
1:30pm - Ducks Unlimited Super V Semi Finals 6 to 4
3pm - Zink's World Champions Duck and Goose Call Seminars Youth seminar
4pm - Ducks Unlimited Super V Finals Top 4
5pm - Team WaterDog - Bring your dog and come learn with the Team WaterDog, the best retriever handlers in the country.

Sunday - June 10, 2007 - FREE ADMISSION
8am - Oaklawn Park Infield opens to the public
8:30am - Retriever Trials - Top 8 Series 2 featuring: Zink Goose and Duck Calling Champions
11am - Ducks Unlimited Super Fly Competition - Top 12
1pm - Retriever Trials Finals - Final 4
2:30pm - Ducks Unlimited Super Fly Finals - Top 6
Championship Jump Off - Top 2

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The public is invited to see America's top retriever dogs and their owners perform in the Super Retriever Series Crown Championship. This free event brings the top 12 hunt test and field trial retrievers and their handlers along with the nation's top 12 Big Air dogs to Hot Springs to compete for the national championship, The beautiful infield at Oaklawn Park will be transformed for the Championship, complete with a water feature where parts of the retriever trials will be held.

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A hot young country band from Alabama, which had a No. 1 single in 2006, "I Loved Her First."

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For more information on entering or attending, visit our website, email, or call the above phone number. The pageant is sponsored by Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant. If you are interested in promoting or sponsoring any part of the pageant, please contact Lynn Dejarnette as she is still taking sponsors and contestants.

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Beautiful married women from around the state come to compete for the state title of Mrs. Arkansas America. The winner will go on to complete for the national title of Mrs. America.

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The 2007 Southern Living Idea House in Red Oak Ridge is just minutes outside Hot Springs and a short drive from Little Rock. Amenities in the development include more than 800 gated acres of natural beauty offering estate-size residences, as well as a beautiful garden-home living, all with meandering trails, two private fishing lakes and a private pool. Better still, it's all just a stone's throw from Hot Springs' business, medical, professional and retail amenities.

The Southern Living Idea House at Hot Springs will be open for tours June 9 - Sept. 30 and will be featured in the August 2007 issue of Southern Living magazine.

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Nestled in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains near Lakes Hamilton and Catherine, this stately 4,500 square-foot brick home evokes old-world elegance with Georgian and French architectural influences. Designed by renowned residential designer Rick Gary of Plano, Texas, a large open terrace greets visitors and welcomes them into the home.

Once inside, the wrought-iron doors, brick floors and archways accent the front foyer while a winding staircase draws the eye upstairs. Tucked beneath the staircase, a wine closet stands ready for entertaining. The main floor features a large, open family area with a fireplace and brick arches that open into the spacious eat-in kitchen. In the rear, an outdoor living area has two covered porches and an open-air kitchen and fireplace.

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Tillman's Antiques, celebrating twenty-five years in the 100 block, has been joined by the new shops - Rampant Lion, Art-Tiques, Manor House Antiques and Joan Good Antiques of Royal Street, New Orleans. These dealers hope to attract others who will expand Antique Row further into the Historic District and create an area whose reputation for fine antiques will be unmatched in the Mid-South. Antique Row with over 15 shops, two restaurants and a hotel also includes wonderful upscale boutiques featuring ladies clothing, decorative accessories, jewelry, linens, gourmet food, luxury bath items and a children's store. Restaurants include the Colonial Pancake and Waffle House celebrating its forty-fifth year in the 100 block who has expanded its menu to include plate lunches and Jernigan's Restaurant celebrating their 12th year on the 100 block serving up traditional southern favorites.

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Tickets may be obtained by contacting Ticketmaster at 501-321-1919.

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An exciting week where contestants from all four corners of the state come to compete for the title of Miss Arkansas. The winner will represent the state of Arkansas in the Miss America Pageant. Over $60,000 in scholarships will be awarded.

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Reservation recommended. Contact for admission information.

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Enjoy a relaxing summer evening listening to music and dining alfresco with great food from one of Hot Springs premier restaurants. A new restaurant and musical group will be featured each month.

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The classic rock group with such mega-hits as "Working for the Weekend" and Queen of the Broken Hearts."

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Free admission and parking. Hickory Hill Park directions: Go 1 mile up Hwy 7N from Hwy 5 junction, turn right on Bryant Road and go 2 blocks.

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Gospel music concert featuring southern gospel music, bluegrass gospel, and plenty of old time country gospel in an outdoor amphitheater nestled in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains. Bring lawn chairs for seating in outdoor amphitheater. Refreshment stand. (No ice chests / coolers).

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Scholarship pageant where the winner represents the state at the third Miss America's Outstanding Teen Pageant in Orland, FL.

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More information as it becomes available.

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This will be a USATF Sanctioned pole vault competition for males and females of all ages and skill levels.

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Legendary R&B stars famous for such classic hits as "kiss and Say Goodbye" and "Shining Star."