Community Calendar

Arts & The Park, the annual ten-day celebration of the arts in Hot Springs, held at the end of April features a wide array of engaging and fun creative activities. Highlights include Art Springs; the free two-day outdoor arts festival held on Saturday and Sunday at Hill Wheatley Plaza and the nearby entertainment district in downtown Hot Springs. Art Springs includes a remarkable array of fine artists, artisans, and performers, along with hands-on activities for children, the Glover Awards for Songwriting, Steamroller Printing, and much more! Other events include Art Moves, the outdoor art exhibit installed along the Hot Springs Greenway Trail; Studio Tours, held at participating artist studios in Hot Springs; plus, many other amazing events. Stay tuned for more information about Art & The Park 2026!

The ARTx3 Campus will host the opening reception for the exhibition “Blaque” by Jonathan Wright, from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC), 701 S. Main St. The event is free, and refreshments will be available.

“Blaque” explores how a single shade can carry grief, resilience, tradition, and transformation within the African diaspora. Blending technology with traditional techniques, the artist uses matte black on black paper to prompt slow, intentional analysislooking—revealing layered histories, personal memory, and cultural legacy. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own heritage while confronting how stories can fade unless we choose to see them fully.

Wright is an art instructor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts. He completed his Master of Fine Arts in printmaking this year at Arizona State University. His love of working with his hands is what drives him to combine traditional printmaking techniques, such as woodcutting, with modern technology. His current body of work emphasizes the rich history of the African American Community, their experiences and their heritage.

For more information, contact Matthew Howard, gallery and visitor specialist, at mhoward@artx3.org or 870-536-3375.

Artwork: "Sunday Morning"

Exhibition webpage: artx3.org/exhibitions/jonathan-wright-blaque

Creating a space to celebrate and advocate for the Hot Springs arts community, offering beautiful play and creative experiences to share with our fellow friends and neighbors.

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) welcomes you to the Arts & The Park 2026 festival, a 10-Day Celebration of the Arts with live performances, captivating art exhibits, interactive play, culinary experiences, workshops, art labs, poetry reading, gallery walk, and studio tours across downtown Hot Springs and partner venues April 24 through May 3, 2026. Oaklawn is the premier sponsor, allowing the festival to be shared and talents to be showcased for everyone to enjoy.

In support of celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary, HSACA proclaims this year “We the Arts” as its annual theme, a play on words from the preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America, hoping to show how art unifies us through our varied experiences, reflecting America’s melting-pot nature.

Begin your visit to this outdoor art exhibition at the Hollywood Avenue parking lot and head north to Belding Street. Or park at the Majestic Park parking lot and walk the trail south to Hollywood Park. Be sure to see all 20 pieces celebrating America’s Art History.

An exclusive opening night experience welcoming artist Patrick Shearn for a conversation about his stunning art installation, “Where the Wind Lives.” This is a rare opportunity to step inside the artist’s creative vision as he shares the inspiration, process, and meaning behind his work. After his presentation, you’ll have the chance to meet Patrick one-on-one, ask questions, and connect directly with the artist to truly understand the art and the person who created it. “Where the Wind Lives” Exhibit will be at Garvan Woodland Gardens from April 24 to October 31.

The Cultural Alliance will host the annual Sidewalk Chalk Event during Arts & The Park-Art Springs. This free, judged sidewalk chalk event is for all ages. A guest Judge will score the works at 12 PM, with winners announced on the Art Springs Stage at 12:30 PM. The art is created on the sidewalks adjacent to Hill Wheatley Plaza in downtown Hot Springs. Registration Required at HotSpringsArts.org. Free-Play with chalk will also be available in select areas on-site.

Arts & The Park, the annual ten-day celebration of the arts in Hot Springs, held at the end of April features a wide array of engaging and fun creative activities. Highlights include Art Springs; the free two-day outdoor arts festival held on Saturday and Sunday at Hill Wheatley Plaza and the nearby entertainment district in downtown Hot Springs. Art Springs includes a remarkable array of fine artists, artisans, and performers, along with hands-on activities for children, the Glover Awards for Songwriting, Steamroller Printing, and much more! Other events include Art Moves, the outdoor art exhibit installed along the Hot Springs Greenway Trail; Studio Tours, held at participating artist studios in Hot Springs; plus, many other amazing events. Stay tuned for more information about Art & The Park 2026!

PCSSD’s Showcase & Career Expo is a districtwide hiring event connecting job seekers with principals, department leaders, and hiring managers. Attendees can explore open roles in teaching, student services, transportation, child nutrition, support staff, and administrative departments. The expo offers a chance to learn about district benefits, meet school and district teams, and participate in same‑day interviews for high‑need positions. This event is designed to support applicants at every stage of the hiring process and highlight career pathways across the district.

The ARTx3 Campus will host the opening reception for the exhibition “Blaque” by Jonathan Wright, from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC), 701 S. Main St. The event is free, and refreshments will be available.

“Blaque” explores how a single shade can carry grief, resilience, tradition, and transformation within the African diaspora. Blending technology with traditional techniques, the artist uses matte black on black paper to prompt slow, intentional analysislooking—revealing layered histories, personal memory, and cultural legacy. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own heritage while confronting how stories can fade unless we choose to see them fully.

Wright is an art instructor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts. He completed his Master of Fine Arts in printmaking this year at Arizona State University. His love of working with his hands is what drives him to combine traditional printmaking techniques, such as woodcutting, with modern technology. His current body of work emphasizes the rich history of the African American Community, their experiences and their heritage.

For more information, contact Matthew Howard, gallery and visitor specialist, at mhoward@artx3.org or 870-536-3375.

Artwork: "Sunday Morning"

Exhibition webpage: artx3.org/exhibitions/jonathan-wright-blaque