Kathy Sherman Village Times SS2021 by Designs Group Consulting

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE TIMES Spring/Summer 2021

K AT H Y SHERMAN RealtorÂ® Executive Broker, CRS, SRES 501-922-8277 kshermanremax@gmail.com KathyShermanHSV.com

Kathy Sherman Executive Broker

RE/MAX of HSV, 1400 DeSoto Blvd., Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 | 800-364-9007

Welcome! Welcome to Hot Springs Village! I am so glad you are taking a moment to look through my magazine! As I’m writing this, a bright and shiny new year is just starting, with all the hopes of less challenges and more happiness and peace. I feel blessed to be living here and that I’m able to enjoy the beauty of the area. It is uplifting to just be in the moment—in Hot Springs Village— this is my happy place. I wish you peace and joy wherever your happy place may be! Is it Hot Springs Village? In this edition, we are highlighting a few of the wonderful restaurants in the area, just the right thing when you are looking for something yummy! Also highlighted are many of the amenities in Hot Springs Village—there is surely an activity that will interest you! It is my pleasure to provide this magazine to you. Please keep me in mind if you or an acquaintance are in the market for buying or selling a home in Hot Springs Village, I would love to be of assistance! And don’t forget my websites are available 24/7 with more information about Hot Springs Village and a property search option, www.KathyShermanHSV.com or www. HotSpringsVillageLife.org. I have been a resident of Hot Springs Village since 2000 and a Realtor for over 16 years. I started as a Realtor and New Homes Specialist ARTFULLY BAKED & BREWED

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for Cooper Communities in 2005, and I’ve been with RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village since 2007. I’m an Executive Broker, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES). I know the Hot Springs Village real estate market! P.S. If your friend or family member would like a copy of this magazine, send me an email with the mailing address at KShermanREMAX@ gmail.com. I would be happy to mail one ASAP! P.P.S. Do you already receive my monthly newsletter in your email? If not, please let me know, I will make sure you start receiving it! -Kathy

TABLE OF CONTENTS 3

AVERAGE SALES

COST OF LIVING

LOCAL TRAILS

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10 REASONS TO HIRE A REALTOR

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VILLAGE GOLF COURSES

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TEMPTING TASTE BUDS

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OUT & ABOUT

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“I am frequently asked how the real estate market in Hot Springs Village is doing. Right now I must say, it is different! It appears that instead of halting sales, COVID-19 has had the opposite effect; generally, there are more buyers than there are homes available for sale. This is a summary of what is current. If you would like additional information updated please contact me,I must I’ll besay, glad visit with you! I am frequently asked how the real estateor market in Hot statistics Springs Village is doing - right now it is to different! It

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Sale Price per Price Range, Last 6 Months of 2020

July 1, 6 2020 - December 31, 2020 Sale Sale Price Price perper Price Price Range, Range, Last Last Months 6 Months of of 2020 2020 Sale Sale Price Price perper Price Price Range, Range, Last Last Months 6 Months of 2020 of 202031, 2020 July 1,62020 - December

Information obtained through Cooperative Arkansas REALTORS Multi Listing Service (CARMLS) July July 1, 2020 1, 2020 - December - December 31,31, 2020 2020 July July 1, 2020 1, 2020 - December - December 31, 31, 2020 2020 ormation Information obtained obtained through through Cooperative Cooperative Arkansas REALTORS REALTORS Multi Multi Listing Listing Service Service (CARMLS) (CARMLS) Average SaleArkansas Price per Price Range, Last 6 Months of 2020 formation Information obtained obtained through through Cooperative Cooperative Arkansas Arkansas REALTORS REALTORS Multi Multi Listing Listing Service Service (CARMLS) (CARMLS) Total Average List Average Sale Approximate Days on Average Average Sold Price Sold Price Price Difference Market Average Average Total Total Average Average List List1, 2020 Average Average Sale Approximate Approximate July -Sale December 31, 2020 Days on on Total Total Average Average ListList Average Average SaleSale Approximate Approximate Days Days Days on on Sold Sold Price Price Sold Sold Price Price Price Price Difference Difference Market Market Sold Sold Price Price Less than $99,999 Sold Sold Price Price Price Price Difference Difference Market Market 53 $87,409 $83,862 4.1% 52 4 ss Less than than $99,999 $99,999 53 53 $87,409 $87,409 $83,862 $83,862 4.1% 4.1% 52 52 ess Less than than $99,999 $99,999 53 53 $87,409 $87,409 $83,862 $83,862 4.1% 4.1% 52 52 $100,000 - $149,999 82 $131,143 $128,675 1.9% 41 4 4 4 4 $100,000 0,000 - $149,999 - $149,999 82 82 $131,143 $131,143 $128,675 $128,675 1.9% 1.9% 41 41 00,000 $100,000 - $149,999 - $149,999 82 82 $131,143 $131,143 $128,675 $128,675 1.9% 1.9% 41 41 $150,000 - $199,999 110 $175,710 $173,463 1.3% 43

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$150,000 0,000 - $199,999 - $199,999 110110 50,000 $150,000 - $199,999 - $199,999 110 110 $200,000 - $249,999

$175,710 $175,710 $175,710 $175,710 73

$173,463 $173,463 $173,463 $173,463 $224,496

1.3% 1.3% 1.3% 1.3% $221,589

43 43 43 43 1.3%

$200,000 0,000 - $249,999 - $249,999 73 73 00,000 $200,000 - $249,999 - $249,999 73 73 $250,000 - $299,999

$224,496 $224,496 $224,496 $224,496 58

$221,589 $221,589 $221,589 $221,589 $277,031

1.3% 1.3% 1.3% 1.3% $272,017

45 45 45 45 1.8%

$250,000 0,000 - $299,999 - $299,999 58 58 50,000 $250,000 - $299,999 - $299,999 58 58 $300,000 - $349,999

$277,031 $277,031 $277,031 $277,031 32

$272,017 $272,017 $272,017 $272,017 $331,400

1.8% 1.8% 1.8% 1.8% $323,412

47 47 47 47 2.4%

$300,000 0,000 - $349,999 - $349,999 32 32 00,000 $300,000 - $349,999 - $349,999 32 32 $350,000 - $399,999

$331,400 $331,400 $331,400 $331,400 39

$323,412 $323,412 $323,412 $323,412 $377,239

2.4% 2.4% 2.4% 2.4% $371,102

68 68 68 68 1.6%

$350,000 0,000 - $399,999 - $399,999 39 39 50,000 $350,000 - $399,999 - $399,999 39 39 $400,000 - $449,999

$377,239 $377,239 $377,239 $377,239 18

$371,102 $371,102 $371,102 $371,102 $441,188

1.6% 1.6% 1.6% 1.6% $427,577

50 50 50 50 3.0%

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00,000 $400,000 - $449,999 - $449,999 18 18 00,000 $400,000 - $449,999 - $449,999 18 18 $450,000 - $499,999

$441,188 $441,188 $441,188 $441,188 18

$427,577 $427,577 $427,577 $427,577 $476,927

3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% $469,766

116116 116 116 1.5%

$450,000 0,000 - $499,999 - $499,999 18 18 50,000 $450,000 - $499,999 - $499,999 18 18 $500,000 - $599,999

$476,927 $476,927 $476,927 $476,927 14

$469,766 $469,766 $469,766 $469,766 $549,864

1.5% 1.5% 1.5% 1.5% $541,591

32 32 32 32 1.5%

$500,000 0,000 - $599,999 - $599,999 14 14 00,000 $500,000 - $599,999 - $599,999 14 14 $600,000 and Up

$549,864 $549,864 $549,864 $549,864 14

$541,591 $541,591 $541,591 $541,591 $752,842

1.5% 1.5% 1.5% 1.5% $730,892

59 59 59 59 2.9%

Average of ALL Residential Combined - $730,892 July 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020 600,000 $600,000 andand UpUp 14 14 Properties $752,842 $752,842 $730,892 2.9% 2.9% 87 87 $600,000 $600,000 andand Up Up 14 14 $752,842 $752,842 $730,892 $730,892 2.9% 2.9% 87 87 Average ALL Residential Properties Combined July 1, 2020 December 31, 2020: Average ALL of ALL Residential Residential Properties Properties Combined Combined - July - July 1,Total 2020 1, 2020 - December - December 31, 31, 2020 2020 List31, Average Sale Approximate Days on of geALL of ALL Residential Residential Properties Properties Combined Combined - July - July 1, 2020 1, 2020 - December -Average December 31, 2020 2020 Average Average Sold PriceSale Price Difference Market Average Average Total Average Average List Average Average Sale Approximate List Approximate Total on on Days Average ListList Average Average SaleSale Approximate Approximate Days Total Total Average Days Days on on 520 $250,009 $245,320 1.9% 50 Sold Price Price Difference Sold Price Price Difference Market Sold Sold Price Price Price Price Difference Difference Market Market Market 520520 $250,009 $250,009 $245,320 $245,320 1.9% 50 In Comparison - Average of All Residential Properties Combined - January 1,1.9% 2020 - June 30,50 2020 520520 $250,009 $250,009 $245,320 $245,320 1.9% 1.9% 50 50 Executive Broker Average In Comparison - Average of All Residential Properties Combined - January 1, 2020 - June 30, Total Average List Average Sale Approximate Days on 2020: Average Average Sold PriceSale Price Difference Market Average Average Total Total Average Average List List Average Average Sale Approximate Approximate Days on on Total Average Average Average Approximate Days Total ListList Average SaleSale Approximate Days on on Days Sold Sold Price Price Price Price Difference Difference Market Market 308 $220,354 $213,845 3.0% 70 Sold Price Price Difference Sold Price Price Difference Market Market 308 $220,354 $220,354 $213,845 3.0%Although every effort 70 has 70 been made to assure All real estate sales data has 308 been obtained from CARMLS (Cooperative $213,845 Arkansas Realtors Multi Listing 3.0% Service). 308308 $220,354 $213,845 3.0% 3.0% 70 70 the accuracy of the data contained, no warranty $220,354 is expressed of implied. $213,845

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ales te sales datadata has has been been obtained obtained fromfrom CARMLS CARMLS (Cooperative (Cooperative Arkansas Arkansas Realtors Realtors MultiMulti Listing Listing Service). Service). Although Although every every effort effort has has been been made made to assure to assure tate sales data data has been has been obtained obtained from CARMLS CARMLS (Cooperative (Cooperative Arkansas Arkansas Realtors Realtors MultiMulti Listing Listing Service). Service). Although Although everyevery efforteffort has been has been made made to assure to assure ysales the of data the data contained, contained, no warranty no warranty is from expressed is expressed of implied. of implied. of acy the ofdata the data contained, contained, no warranty no warranty is expressed is expressed of implied. of implied.

Information obtained through Cooperative Arkansas REALTORS Multi Listing Service (CARMLS). All real estate sales data has been obtained from CARMLS (Cooperative Arkansas Realtors Multi Listing Service). Although every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the data contained, no warranty is expressed or implied.

Cost of Living CURRENT REAL ESTATE VALUES Total Housing Units: 9,727 (8,640 Single Family, 988 Townhouses, 99 Timeshares) Avg. Home Price: $210,000 Avg. Rental: $800 - $1,200 mo. Avg. Townhome: $70,000 - $315,000 Resale Home Price: $90,000 - $1.2 mil Avg. Cost for New Build: $196,000 Lot Avg. Size: 90’x160’ depending on topography Lot Price w/Amenities: $10,000 - $20,000 Lake, Golf or Mountain View Lots: $15,000 $50,000 Golf Lots: $40,000 - $75,000 Lake Lots: $50,000 - $230,000 INSURANCE About $1,200 on a $175,000 home with $1,000 deductible in Garland County. PROPERTY TAXES Assessed at 20% of appraised valuation. Taxes in the Jessieville School District (Garland County) are assessed at $42.30 per $1,000 of assessed value ($846.00 on a $100,000 home). Taxes in the Fountain Lake School District are assessed at $38.40 per $1,000 assessed value in Garland County ($768.00 on a $100,000 home), and $44.50 per $1,000 in Saline County ($890.00 on a $100,000 home). ARKANSAS SALES TAX 8% in Garland County; 6.5% in Saline County; 6.5% to 8% in Hot Springs Village. STATE AND LOCAL TAXES State income tax is pro-rated up to 7% over $25,000 per year. However, there are several exemptions such as Social Security benefits, and the first $6,000 received under a public or private employer sponsored retirement plan. UTILITIES (monthly prices unless noted) Residential Water: $33.26 Commercial Water: $63.70 Residential Sanitation: Curbside $16.40, AtHome $70.00 4

Low Property Taxes. Mild Climate. Affordable Cost of Living. Low Crime Rate. Commercial Sanitation (3 yard bin): 1x/wk $173.48, 2x $381.66, 3x $624.54 Residentail Sewer: $74.18 Commercial Sewer: $40.33 Ambulance: $14.75 (2 months) Street Light Fee: $5.59 (2 months) Electricity: $0.10 KWH. Average home usage: 1,500 KWH Telephone: $35 (basic service) Cable TV: $58 (basic service) Satellite: $55 (basic service)

Hot Springs Village offers a large selection of real estate spread across 26,000+ acres of Ouachita Mountains. The area’s natural beauty: Breathtaking vistas, blossoming forests, and gleaming lakes combined with its mild climate, reasonable property taxes, and low cost of living makes it the perfect place to call home. Available real estate spans from very affordable to affluent, with homes priced from under $100,000 to over $1 million. The variety of homes ranges from golffront and lakefront to mountain-view or wooded. Newly constructed homes and property lots are also available.

Local Trails

Restore your nature – ride a bike, walk your dog, take a run or go golf cart trekking on the 30+ miles of beautiful trails in Hot Springs Village. Balboa Trail – 2.1 MILES The most open trail in the Village, great for bird watching. Cedar Creek Trail – 3.1 MILES Wildflowers, bird watching, creek-view benches, bridges, and four paths.

Magellan Beaver Dam Trail – .6 MILES A wetland nature trail with packed-gravel level surfaces and an abundance of wildlife. Sonora-Calella Trail – 0.4 MILES A hilly, asphalt-surfaced path that takes you along the DeSoto Family Recreation Area. Waypoint Trail – .7 MILES Listen to nature as you walk along Lake DeSoto on the Waypoint Trail.

Coronado Fitness Trail – 1 MILE A new, winding trail that runs along the Lake Pineda Spillway flowing into Lake Coronado. Coronado Boat Ramp Trail – .35 MILES Fishing, benches, bird watching, and a paved path to Anglers Island. DeSoto Nature Trail – 1.2 MILES Natural surface, single track trail with a bench overlook. DeSoto Splillway Trail – .77 MILES Follows the DeSoto Spillway on the south side from DeSoto Park Lane to Lake DeSoto. Desoto Trail – 3.4 MILES Mostly asphalt surface and has a variety of challenges with a few uphill climbs. Herradura Trail – .4 MILES The Herradura Trail is a short trail in the Herradura subdivision. Hernando Trail – 8.6 MILES Favored by cyclists, the longest multipurpose packed-gravel trail in Hot Springs Village.

CART TRAIL PATHS: Santa Maria Cart/Bicycle Lane – 1.3 MILES Connects to the Barcelona Cart/Bicycle Lane and the DeSoto Multipurpose Trail. Barcelona Cart/Bicycle Lane – 1.2 MILES North shoulder of Barcelona Road and the east shoulder of Cortez Road. Carmona Cart/Bicycle Lane – 1.1 MILES This asphalt-surfaced lane is on the east side of Carmona Road.

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10 Reasons

Kathy Sherman Executive Broker

Why You Shoud Hire A Realtor®!

Your home is one of the biggest investments you will make. Making the right choices now, and making sure the process is handled correctly, will likely impact your life for decades to come. While there is a plethora of information on the Internet that can help you learn about buying and selling a home, it is no substitute for having someone who can guide you through the process, providing the personal attention to detail to handle the transaction from start to finish. Look for a Certiﬁed Residential Specialist®. Less than three percent of REALTORS® have completed the advanced training and transaction requirements needed to earn this prestigious designation. Kathy Sherman is one of them. She has the experience, knowledge, and skills to make your home buying or selling experience much smoother and more lucrative. Some of the knowledge and training Kathy brings to the table include: 1. Specialized knowledge. It’s nearly impossible to know everything you need to about buying or selling your property. Kathy is a highly trained professional who specializes in knowing the market, along with all the current ins and outs of the process. She is a wellspring of information and experience who can guide you away from the pitfalls of buying or selling your home. Tapping into that knowledge and experience is a tremendous resource. It’s like having an insider on hand who can clue you into what’s out there now or will soon be on the local market, current home prices and values, and all of the intricate details that must be accomplished for the transaction. 2. Information ﬁltering. In addition to knowing a great deal about real estate, another thing that Kathy does for her sellers that is especially important is to filter phone calls, so you can focus on only those offers that truly have potential. This relieves you from frustrating and annoying calls from unqualified and or simply curious callers. A specialty Kathy enjoys is to serve as a buffer between you and the buyer’s agents. 3. Familiarity with the neighborhood. Part of Kathy’s job is to possess knowledge about Hot Springs Village so she can answer the questions of potential buyers. As your REALTOR®, Kathy can also find similar properties and allow you to compare them, regardless if you are buying or selling. Having this knowledge is important for helping you to decide on a competitive list price if you are selling or a competitive offer if you are buying!

4. Price negotiation and guidance. Many people think that REALTORS® select prices for sellers and buyers. In reality, all they do is guide their clients. When representing a buyer, Kathy will devise a negotiation strategy and try to get a better price for her client, but it is the client that must choose a price. If representing a seller, she will provide an abundance of information to help her client determine the best list price for a quick and profitable sale. 5. Information related to market conditions. Market conditions often dictate the price. Kathy has the insight to guide clients, providing information about similar homes, average sale prices, days on market, and more. Market statistics is of particular interest to Kathy, and she loves to share her knowledge! Together, you will be able to make a decision on appropriate pricing. 6. A guide towards other professionals. After you buy or sell your home, Kathy continues to be a valuable source of information, redirecting you towards other professionals who provide useful services. While she may not be able to refer you to a certain individual due to legal liability, she can provide you with a list of professionals she has worked with in the past. 7. Negotiation and representative skills. Kathy is more than just a mediator or messenger. She represents her client and presents the offer in the best possible light to attract buyers or sellers. Negotiation skills are crucial, and Kathy has the experience, knowledge, and ability to negotiate the best deal for clients. 8. Paperwork. One of the most important, but also tedious parts of buying or selling a property, is handling the paperwork. Every document needs to be analyzed closely, and it helps to know what and where to look for something important. 9. Problem-solving. You might think that everything ends when you sign the paperwork. Well, it doesn’t. Many problems can arise related to taxes, invoices, and all sorts of confusions. A simple phone call can often straighten it out. Just one more reason to have Kathy in your corner! 10. A background for future business. Credentials Matter. Make sure you are dealing with a licensed professional who is an active member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). To take it to the top level, look for a REALTOR® like Kathy Sherman, who has achieved the highest level of expertise by becoming a Certified Residential Specialist®. Kathy is also an Executive Broker for RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village. An Executive Broker may sign offer and acceptance forms for other REALTORS® in the same office as supervising broker and can be responsible for instructing and supervising salespersons. The relationship you establish will carry you through your first transaction and provide a foundation that can be invaluable for future real estate ventures.

I’d love to be a part of the process! Ask for your guides: KShermanREMAX@gmail.com 1. How to Prepare Your House for Sale 2. The Ultimate Home Buyer’s Guide

Swing through Hot Springs Village championship golf courses!

No matter your skill level, you’ll enjoy the game. Play a different club every day of the week if you desire; no two courses or holes are the same!

BALBOA GOLF COURSE Practice your swing on Balboa Golf Course's walker-friendly course. Designed by Ault, Clark & Associates, Balboa’s wide fairways and few elevation changes offer walkers a great place to take a stroll while getting in a game. Water hazards, bunkers, and par 3s offer some challenges. Balboa’s 18-hole golf course includes a driving range, putting green, and short game area.

CORONADO GOLF COURSE Short on time but still want to play golf? Coronado Golf Course's executive-length par-62 golf course is just the place. Designed by Ault, Clark & Associates, it is the only executive length course in Hot Springs Village. Although Coronado does not have sand bunkers, the course is as challenging from 150 yards as any other HSV course. Coronado also offers a putting green.

CORTEZ GOLF COURSE Play Hot Springs Village Golf! Cortez Golf Course, designed by Ault, Clark & Associates, offers elevation changes, water hazards, and five sets of tees that will keep most players happy. Cortez’s No. 10 is considered one of the toughest holes in HSV, and No. 17 is breathtaking. The course features a driving range and putting green.

DESOTO GOLF COURSE DeSoto Golf Course is a great choice for families. The course, which was recently renovated, opened in 1972 as Hot Springs Village’s first golf course. Designed by Ault, Clark & Associates, the 18-hole course has three finishing holes and includes two par 5s and a par 4. DeSoto also includes a driving range and putting green. 8

GRANADA GOLF COURSE Ranked as one of the 10 best golf courses in the state by Golf Digest, Granada Golf Course is also known to be one of the most beautiful courses in Hot Springs Village. Enjoy the view of the waterfall meandering along the fairway of No. 18. The course, designed by Ault, Clark & Associates, includes par 3s, 4s, and 5s. Granada also has a driving range, putting green, and short game area.

ISABELLA GOLF COURSE Isabella Golf Course in Hot Springs Village was designed by Ault, Clark & Associates. The course is fun for both novice and professional, offering three nine-hole rotations—Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria—for a total of 27 holes of play. Ranked as the No. 1 course in Arkansas by Golf Digest, Isabella has plenty of twists, turns, and elevation changes to bring challenges to the game. The course also has a driving range, putting green, and short game area.

MAGELLAN GOLF COURSE Magellan Golf Course is one of the best practice facilities in Hot Springs Village. Magellan was originally opened as a three-hole golf school and includes an 18-hole golf course, a large driving range, putting green, and several short game areas.

PONCE DE LEON GOLF COURSE Consistently ranked in the state’s top ten courses by Golf Digest and Arkansas Business Journal, Ponce de Leon Golf Course is a favorite among golfers. Ponce’s 18-hole golf course also includes a putting green and short game area.

Tempting Taste Buds!

Hot Springs Village has over 20 restaurants; choose from American to Chinese, Italian, Mexican, and specialty, or drive to a nearby city (Little Rock, Benton, Bryant or Hot Springs) to explore their numerous dining venues from five star to original restaurants and popular food chains.

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GREAT WALL BUFFET K n own fo r th e i r mod e r n i nte rp retat i o n of c l a s s i c d ish e s an d qu alit y f resh i n g red i ents , favorite s in c lu d e Chow Me i n , L o Mei n , Moo Goo Gai Pan , Kung Pao c h i c ke n, Ge n e ral Tso’s c h icken, s hr i m p with g arli c sau ce , e g g rolls, and s t eam ed p o rk d u mp li n g s. 4 4 1 9 Hig hway 7 No r th , Ho t Sp r in g s Villag e , AR 7 19 09, 5 01- 984 - 61 62

MOLLY O’BRIEN’S A family res taurant s pecializ i n g i n homemade pizzas as well as ba by ba ck rib s , sandwiches , wraps , and m o re. Tr y a made to o rder pas ta dish, ca l zo n e, s tro mb oli, pizzadilla, or ‘rea l ’ sof t s er ve ice cream. “ W here Frien ds, Fa m ily & Foo d C ome To gether!” 8913 Pa rk Ave, Ho t Springs Natio nal Pa rk , A R 7 19 01, 501-321-2227 | mo llyo b r i en s. co m

XPLORE LAKESIDE X pl o re L a ke si d e of fe r s an imp res sive m e nu of a p p eti ze rs, salad s, bu rgers, s andw i c h es , an d a beau tifu l view of L a ke B a l b o a . Di n e in sid e or on the outdo or p ati o ! 488 Pon ce d e Leon Drive, Ho t Sp r i ng s Villag e , AR 71 909, 5012 0 4 - 50 37 | xp lore lake sid e .com 10

Venture into Hot Springs for International cuisine…from German to Irish, Latin American, Vietnamese, Indian, Cajun, and American there is something delicious for every palate.

BACK PORCH GRILL Back Porch Grill in Ho t Spring s of fers amazing foo d o n b eautiful L a ke Ha m ilton. Fro m steaks to seafoo d, p a st a and appetizers, there is so met h i n g t o please ever yo ne. Tr y the lo bst er t a i l o r cowb oy steak. 4810 C entral Aven u e, Hot Springs , Arkansas 7 19 13, 50 1-52 50885 | b ackpo rchgrill.co m

SQZBX BREWERY & PIZZA JOINT Ha nd - to s s ed sp ec ialt y p i zzas, appeti zer s , s u bs, salad s, an d d e sser ts . An d i f yo u enjoy a g ood brew, there’s a n eve r- c h an g in g se lecti on of b eer brewed o n s ite . 236 O u ac h ita Avenue, Ho t Sp r i ng s , AR 71 901 , 5 01- 609-06 09 sqzbx.com

STEINHAUS KELLER Dine ins ide the uniq ue cave-li ke at m o sphere o r outdo o rs in the b eer g a rden . Star t with a g iant Bavarian p ret zel o r cab b age roll, then dig into a sch n it zel o r wurs t plat ter, and f inis h wit h a sl i ce of German cho co late cake. 801 Cent ra l Avenue, Suite 15, Ho t Springs, A R 7190 1, 501-6 24-7 86 6 | steinhaus kel l er. co m

VIA ROMA V i a Ro ma Ita li an Re stau rant of fers exq u i s ite mea ls from p asta, to salads, f i s h, c h i c ken, veal, bee f, an d th e f ines t de s s e r ts u s i n g p re mi u m in g red ients t hat b r i ng o ut th e taste of Italy. It’s recei ved rave review s for both qualit y an d s e r v i ce . 1 5 2 1 M alve rn Ave n u e, Hot Sp r i ng s , A R 71 901 , 5 01-31 8-1 5 16

Out & About

OUTDOOR POOL The Hot Springs Village outdoor pool is a family favorite on hot summer days to splash, play, and sunbathe. The 2,900 sf zero-entry pool was built in 2019-2020 and has spray jets, in-water bench seating, and deck diving in the deep end. The pool deck features a mix of shade and sun options, and the building has restrooms and a snack bar. Annual pool memberships are available for property owners, and daily passes are offered for members and their guests.

FITNESS CLASSES Fitness Classes in Hot Springs Village for residents and visitors...The Coronado Fitness Center offers a variety of land and water classes such as yoga, Zumba, spin, Pilates, water aerobics, and more. Classes are available for all skill levels and are taught by national certified instructors. Regular coed, drop-in classes are included in the daily fee. Some specialty classes may require registration and an additional fee.

FITNESS CENTER Situated on the shores of Lake Coronado, the Coronado Fitness Center is a full workout facility with a large fitness room, three-lane walking track, exercise classroom, a 25-meter heated indoor pool, whirlpool, steam room, sauna, and massage therapy. Work out on the treadmills, bikes,

elliptical machines, and steppers while watching television or enjoying a view of Lake Coronado.

FITNESS CENTER SWIMMING POOL The Coronado Fitness Center 25-meter indoor heated pool has five swimming lanes and a deep-water area. There is an aquatic lift in addition to steps for safe and easy access to the water. The pool accommodates non-swimmers and swimmers who want to participate in aquatic exercise programs and activities. There are structured classes, lap swim, and open pool time featuring water walking, play, and fun swim. A wading pool is available for small children. Appropriate swimwear is required.

TENNIS The Coronado Tennis Center is a 13-court complex with USPTA Elite Tennis Professional, lounge, and pavilion. Ten of the center’s courts are clay, and the remaining three are hard surface. The Hot Springs Village Tennis Association, with nearly 400 members, offers league play at all levels including mixed leagues, women’s and men’s doubles, Junior Tennis, and USTA Adult Leagues are encouraged here.

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PICKLEBALL The Hot Springs Village Pickleball Club consists of 14 fenced courts hosting 250+ players per week, and the courts have LED lights for night play. The Club conducts weekly planned play sessions for all skill levels of play, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, men, and mixed groups, as well as organizes free introductory lessons with loaner equipment. Competitive play is also offered for all skill levels. Each year the Club hosts two Open House events for residents and guests alike to try the sport.

BOCCE BALL The Bocce Ball courts are located across from the Coronado Community Center. The game of skill and concentration, rather than physical stamina, is fun and easy to learn. It is played on a flat surface (similar to a bowling lane) with the object to get game balls as close as possible to the target ball (pallino). All equipment is provided by the Village Bocce Ball Club.

LAWN BOWLING The Village Green Bowls Club is active all year. Lawn bowling is a game with moderate exercise. The game is played on a green with a target ball and is similar to regular bowling. However, the balls weigh only two to three pounds and are less strenuous on

the legs and back. The object of the game is to get balls near the target ball. The balls are biased, so they are rolled left to right or right to left making lawn bowling a challenge.

DOG PARK The DeSoto Dog Park is a gated, off-leash park for well-behaved and healthy dogs. The site is approximately 1.5 acres of level open area and divided into two sections for use by large and small dogs. The park contains benches, watering stations, waste receptacles, and shade pavilions.

WOODLANDS AUDITORIUM The Woodlands Auditorium in Hot Springs Village is the performing arts center. The 654-seat theater features state-of-theart sound and lighting and is host to approximately 75 cultural and entertainment events including Broadway-style musicals, drama, dance, vocal, and choral productions. The lobby of the Woodlands is also used as an art gallery featuring the works of local artists. Check out upcoming events and buy tickets online: www.HSVTicketSales. com. 13

Things to Do MID-AMERICA SCIENCE MUSEUM Mid-America Science Museum is Arkansas’ largest hands-on museum and is located right here in Hot Springs. For over 40 years, the museum has been serving the community with more than 100 spectacular hands-on science exhibits for all ages. Some featured exhibits and activities include the Tesla Theater, the Oaklawn Foundation Digital Dome, and the Oaklawn Foundation DinoTrek. 500 Mid America Boulevard, Hot Springs, AR 71913, 501-767-3461, Midamericamuseum.org

OAKLAWN Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, formerly Oaklawn Park Racetrack, is home to The Racing Festival of the South! With multimillion-dollar capital and racing improvements, the track has reached elite status in the United States. The fun that visitors can find at Oaklawn is not limited to a spectacular day at the races. Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort offers a variety of gaming options for lovers of cards and slots! Oaklawn is home to year-round good times with a High Limits area, Poker Room, all your favorite Vegas-style games, great food, and drink. Playing slot games has never been more fun than it is at Oaklawn. With denominations starting at 1 cent, Oaklawn has a wide selection of slots boasting over 1,530 machines. With names like Alfred Hitchcock—Master of Suspense, Rakin’ Bacon, Heidi’s Bier Haus, and The Lord of the Rings—Rule Them All, you are sure to find the perfect game! Why not try Video Poker at Oaklawn? Similar to traditional poker, the basic game is a five-card draw. A winning hand starts 14

with a pair of Jacks, and the Jackpot is hit with a Royal Flush. Players select the amount they wish to bet and are dealt a hand of cards, they then select the cards to keep by touching the screen. If table games are your idea of the perfect casino past-time, find your place at one of Oaklawn’s 32 tables. Choose from exciting games like Blackjack, Craps, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, Fusion Auto Roulette, and Three Card Poker. You can also bet your favorite games and events at Oaklawn’s Race & Sports Book located in the Casino. Numerous betting options offered include parlays, teasers, in-game betting, and prop bets. Sports offered include Football (NFL and NCAAF), Basketball (NBA, WNBA, NCAAM), Baseball

(MLB), Hockey (NHL), Soccer (MLS, Premier League, World Cup), and Combat Sports (UFC and Boxing). 2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901, 501-623-4411, Oaklawn.com

CADDO RIVER Above Lake DeGray, the Caddo River is rated as an excellent â&#x20AC;&#x153;familyâ&#x20AC;? float stream, and outfitters, cabins, and other lodging are available. Below DeGray, the Caddo continues some four miles before joining the lower Ouachita River just north of Arkadelphia. Caddoriver.com

SCUBA DIVING

who cannot take classes during the week, there is a convenient three-day, weekend class. The certified, professional instructors at the Scuba and Archery Center will help you make your diving dreams a reality! Lake Ouachita has hundreds of miles of shoreline and an abundance of spectacular places to dive. All but a small handful do require the diver to use a boat. The DamScuba Park and Fearless Rock Memorial (features a memorial placed in honor of local fallen soldier and Navy SEAL Adam Brown) are both excellent beginner level dive sites. Whirlpool Rock, (named for the whirlpool of water that would form when the river rose) and Zebra Rock, known for its dark rock cliffs with pure white veins of quartz running through them) prove fun and invigorating for intermediate level divers. Advanced divers will be challenged by Railroad Tracks, (the lake was filled in the 1950s, the steel spikes from the railroad tracks were removed, but the cross ties and many of the railroad spikes remain). 121 Gilchrist Street, Hot Springs, AR 71913, 501-623-7062, Scuba-archery.com

YOGA Scuba & Archery Center is a full-service dive and archery shop in Hot Springs. If you are in the market to purchase new gear, or need repairs or service on your existing gear, Scuba & Archery Center can help. There is an indoor heated pool for scuba classes. If you are ready to take your first Open Water Certification Class, Scuba & Archery Center can take care of you. Perhaps you are hoping to find a dive group to travel with, are in need of rental gear, or just want some advice on the best spots to go on Lake Ouachita. Scuba and Archery Center offers classes to meet just about any schedule. Our standard class takes two weeks, attending three nights of both weeks. The second weekend students spend about a half a day Saturday and half a day Sunday on the lake. For those

De-stress, relax, find your personal center of tranquility with vinyasa yoga classes at The Yoga Place. Let the flowing movements and deep breathing help you bring relief to tight and stiff muscles, promote mindfulness, and enhance your sense of well-being. Perform both classical and creatively adapted sun salutations, standing, and seated postures. Gently work your way up to more advanced postures that further increase strength, stamina, and flexibility. 301 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901, 501-681-0566, Theyogaplacehs.com 15

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