Items of interest

Republican Women hold membership luncheon

Garland County Republican Women will hold its annual Membership Drive Potluck Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at 100 Camelot Point.

All GCRW members and guests welcome. Call GCRW Membership Chairman Joye Finch at 501-282-3861 for more information.

Marketing subcommittee seeks members

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE — The Hot Springs Village Comprehensive Master Plan Advisory Committee is seeking applicants to serve on its Marketing Subcommittee.

Desired professional skills of members include marketing, communications, public relations, advertising and graphic design. Subcommittee members should have a broad understanding of marketing, branding, messaging, communications, social media, digital platforms, web design and print advertising.

Visit http://explorethevillage.com/members/governance/ committees/ or call Ella Scotty at 501-922-5556 for more information.

Support groups

Narcotics Anonymous meets at 2 and 8 p.m. today at 919 Hobson Ave. This is a 12-step recovery program for people for whom drugs have become a major problem. The Help Line number is 321-8700.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 11 a.m. with speakers and 8 p.m. today at 411 Sellers St.

Al-Anon, a fellowship for relatives and friends of alcoholics, meets at 11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 109 Hobson; and 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Oaklawn United Methodist Church, 216 Higdon.

Narcotics Anonymous, SOS Group, meets at 6 p.m. today at 315 W. Grand Ave. All meetings are open. Call 866754-2579 for information. Alcoholics Anonymous, for those who wish to stop drinking, may be reached by calling 623-6328.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Last House on the Block, meets at 6 and 8 a.m. today at 315 W. Grand Ave.

Narcotics Anonymous, Square Peg, Round Hole, will meet at 8 p.m. today at 315 W. Grand Ave. Call 866-754-2579 for information.

Celebrate Recovery is designed to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hangups through a recovery process with Jesus Christ at the center.

Locations of local meetings include:

• Lake Valley Community Church, 910 Shady Grove Road, at 5:30 p.m. Mondays with a brown bag meal; 6:30 p.m. meeting. Call 623-8892 for information.

• LakePointe Church, 1343 Albert Pike Road, meets at 5:30 p.m. Thursdays for free food and fellowship, followed by a large group at 6:30 p.m. and small group at 7:30 p.m. Afterward, Solid Rock Cafe is available. Celebrate Recovery step studies are available.

Anchor of Hope Cancer Ministry, for anyone who currently is or has been affected by cancer or knows someone who has, meets at 6 p.m. every third Monday in Room 131 of Hot Springs Baptist Church, 144 Weston Road. Call 760-4744 for information.

A Grief Support Group meets at Hospice Home Care Inc., 4332 Central Ave., Suite J, Temperance Hill Shopping Center. Call 501-321-4014 for more information.

Cancer Support Ministry, for anyone who has been touched by cancer in any way, meets at 6 p.m. every first Monday in Room 100 of Piney Grove United Methodist Church, 2963 Airport Road. Call 767-4765 for information.

Grief Share, a 13-week Christian support group for those who have suffered a loss through death, meets from 2-4 p.m. Sundays at LakePointe Church, 1343 Albert Pike Road. Cost for a workbook is $15, scholarships may be available.

Educational and support groups

Groups are open to the communities of Garland and Clark counties at no cost. For days and times, contact the groups coordinator, 339 Charteroak St. Call 501-623-5591, ext. 215, or email info@occnet.org.

Open Minds — Educational and interactive program that provides guidance and support to youths with substance abuse issues, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. Meets weekly for one hour.

Active Parenting of Teens — Educational and interactive program that provides guidance and support to parents/ guardians of tweens and teens, promoting communication/relationship building, non-violent discipline and risk prevention. This program has been listed in the SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-based programs and practices, and in OJJDP’s Model Programs Guide. A sixweek course that meets weekly for one hour.

Anger Management — Educational and interactive program that provides relaxation techniques and coping skills, along with learning how to recognize anger and other emotions, for teens ages 13-17. Meets weekly for one hour.

The Council for Boys and Young Men – Strength-based approach to promote healthy development for boys ages

13-18, addressing the physical, emotional and relationship aspects of manhood. Also includes evidence-based reproductive health curriculum. Studies have shown a significant increase in boys’ school adjustment and a decrease in aggression rates, particularly in programs which are implemented in and or supported by schools.

Girls’ Circle — Encourages girls ages 13-18 in the development of courage, confidence, honesty and communication skills. Also includes evidence-based reproductive health curriculum. Studies have revealed statistically significant improvement for girls in the program: increases in self-efficacy, attachment to school positive body image, and social support and decreases in self-harming behavior and alcohol use. Meets weekly for one hour.

Life Skills — Various topics; Teaches teens aged 15-18 critical skills they need to know to start on the right track to adulthood. Meets weekly for one hour.

R Rules — A Getting Ahead Program based under the Bridges out of Poverty framework. R Rules is for youths ages 15-20 in Garland County and framed specifically for youths to better their chances of personal and professional success, to identify strategies and resources to build resilience and empower them to develop their voices as they contribute and work together to make a difference in eliminating the cycle of poverty. Meets three times weekly for two hours.

Insulin Pump Support Group meets from 1-2 p.m. the second Monday of the month in the second-floor meeting room at St. Vincent Clinic at Hot Springs Internal Medicine,

1662 Higdon Ferry Road. Call Sue, 623-5445, for information.

An Alzheimer’s support group for those caring for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related disorders, meets from 2-3:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at The Caring Place, 101 Quapaw Ave. Care is provided for your loved one during the meeting at no cost. Call Lynn Reeves, 623-2881, for information.

Dierksen Hospice Grief Support Group will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Oaklawn United Methodist Church, 216 Higdon Ferry Road. Refreshments will be served. Call 318-1500 for information.

A head and neck cancer support group meets at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Daffodil Room at St. Vincent Cancer Center, 1455 Higdon Ferry Road, for patients, family and friends. Call Barb Conway, 622-1906, for information.

Thrift stores

Guardian Angels Thrift Store, 907 Hobson Ave., is open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and Saturday. Donations of gently used, in clean condition, linens, household items, home décor, clothing and furniture are accepted. All proceeds support the cat shelter. Low-cost spay and neuter vouchers are available during store hours. Volunteers and foster parents are needed, call 623-3484, leave a message and number. Adoption days are

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday.

Stop Animal Cruelty Thrift Store, 821 Hobson Ave., is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. All proceeds benefit the rescued pets in foster care. SAC is an all-volunteer organization striving to promote humane principles, prevent cruelty and alleviate fear, pain and suffering in animals. It investigates reports of cruelty and neglect in Hot Spring and Garland counties. Donations of kitchen items, home decor, clothing, shoes, bedding, linens, collectibles and furniture in good condition are appreciated. Donations of dog and cat food or pet supplies may be left at the store. All donations are tax deductible. Low-cost spay and neuter vouchers are available to the public. Anyone wishing to volunteer or become a foster parent may call the hotline, 501276-7570, for information.

Miscellaneous

Duplicate bridge will be held at 1:15 p.m. today at The Bridge House, 300 W. St. Louis St., for all bridge players. Today is a Birthday Sunday. Need a partner? Come early, one is onsite. Call 525-8780 or 984-1384 for information.

Hot Springs AIDS Clinic,

1801 Central Ave., Suite C, is open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The clinic provides free, comprehensive medical care, lab testing, medications, case management and support groups, and arranges HIV/AIDS awareness topic discussions. Call Mike Melancon, 623-5598, for information, to make a clinic appointment or donation.

Aquatic programs are offered at Quapaw Community Center, 500 Quapaw Ave., including swim lessons for all ages year round. Water Aerobics from 9-10 a.m. Monday-Friday; Water Workout, 10-11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and 9-10 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; Aqua Arthritis, 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; Lap Swim, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Call 623-9922 for information.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Hot Springs Branch

6013, secretly founded and chartered on Nov. 11, 1942, in a hotel linen closet, meets at 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month at Webb Community Center, 127 Pleasant St.

Special low-cost spay/ neuter prices, for residents of Garland and Hot Spring counties only, are offered by Paws and Claws Rescue. Pick up a voucher at Petco from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. Email info@ pawsandclawsrescue.org for information.

Mountain Valley Sportsman’s Association holds International Defensive Pistol Association matches at 9 a.m. on the second Saturday and U.S. Practical Pistol Association matches at 10 a.m. the fourth Saturday of each month. Rimfire matches are held on various Sunday afternoons. Trap and Skeet fields are open at 9 a.m. Saturdays; and 1 p.m. Sundays and Tuesdays. Cowboy Action matches are the first Saturday. Civilian marksmanship matches are the third Saturday. All are held at Valley Range. From the intersection of Highway 70 east and Millcreek Road, take Millcreek and drive

6.5 miles to the gravel pit, turn right on the dirt road, go 1.9 miles to the range. Call 6200601 for information.

Cans for Kids is sponsored Hot Springs Board of Realtors. Donate canned and boxed food items and help provide meals to children in all nine Garland County schools. Call Beverly,

321-2517, for information or drop donations off at the HSBOR office, 437 Orange, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Garland County Historical Society, 328 Quapaw, two blocks south of Levi Towers, is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday-Friday. Researchers can explore their family history or learn more about Hot Springs and Garland County. Call 321-2159 for information. Volunteers are welcome.

Needle Crafters Group meets from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays in the Hobby Lobby classroom, 4411 Central Ave. Explore crochet, knitting, cross stitch and needlepoint. Everyone is welcome. Call Janet, 501547-4054, or Dee, 540-581-6574, for information.

Family History Center at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2765 Malvern Ave., is open from 11 a.m. to

6 p.m. Tuesdays; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. The public is welcome to work and/or get help on their family genealogy. Call

262-2782 for information. Sweet Sound Mountain Dulcimer meets at 1 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 205 of the Christian Life Center at First United Methodist Church,

1100 Central Ave. If interested in playing a mountain dulcimer or you play one already, you are welcome to join. Free lessons are provided. Call 625-3882 for information.

Ageless Bikers Club has 10 bike rides that are 16-35 miles. No one is left behind and members stop often to regroup and socialize. Several rides are “out and back,” so the beginner can turn back for a shorter ride. The start times are seasonal. For a time, routes and information, call Dave OBrien, 830-2855129, or email djob1947boom@ gmail.com.

Teen Clinic provides optional STD testing, pregnancy prevention and medical exams, in partnership with Garland County Health Department family planning and clinic services. Call Melissa Draper, outreach and volunteer coordinator, at 623-5591 ext. 10 or email mdraper@occnet.org to sign up or for information.

“Meditation” gatherings meet at 6 p.m. Mondays. Meditation is based on “The Infinite Way” by Joel S. Goldsmith. To those interested in living a spiritual life at home or at work, without neglecting daily responsibilities, through mediation and prayer, members can learn to live in the world, separate and apart from its negative aspects. Meditation and silent prayer begins and ends within one hour or so and includes a little reading together and listening to a tape or CD. All are welcome. Call 623-9730 for location and information.

Yoga is held at 11 a.m. Saturdays at Quapaw Community Center, 500 Quapaw Ave. Beginners to advanced welcome. Call 623-9922 if interested in taking a Thursday evening class or for information.

Edgar Cayce’s ARE Search for God Study Group will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at Hot Springs Yoga Center, 1107 W. Grand Ave. Call Alex, 545-3516, for information on this Association for Research and Enlightenment group.

Melting Pot Genealogical Society, 649-B Ouachita Ave., on the back side of the Election Commission building, is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and Friday. Call 624-0229 or email mpgs@att.net for information.

The Literacy Council of Garland County, 119 Hobson Ave., is open from 9 a.m. to

1 p.m. Monday-Thursday. It provides literacy tutoring for

free — both basic and ESL to Garland County. Be a tutor. Accepting students at all times. Call 624-7323 for information.

Used car and boat donations are accepted by Lupus Foundation of Arkansas Inc. Anyone who has a car or boat they would like to dispose of and get a tax deduction, please call for pickup! Car donations will help the chapter fulfill its mission to educate and support those affected by lupus and Find the Cure. Call 525-9380 or email lupusarkhs@direclynx.net for information.

A Victim Impact Panel, conducted by Mother’s Against Drunk Driving, starts promptly at 4 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at Oaklawn Church of God, Seventh and Emory streets. No late admissions. Registration is at 3:45 p.m. Preregistration is preferred. Bring a $10 money order and photo ID. Call Barbara Stillings, 3212822, for information. Veterans Transportation Network needs volunteer drivers to take veterans to appointments. To volunteer, call the Disabled American Veterans Hospital Service coordinator,

501-257-6991, or Voluntary Service Office North Little Rock,

501-257-3288.

Haven United Methodist Outreach Ministry Food Pantry, 107 Burrough St., is open from 8 a.m. to noon on the second and fourth Monday to anyone who needs assistance with nonperishable food items.

The Lewis E. Lyle Chapter of the Air Force Association meets at noon the second Monday of the month at Hibachi Sushi Buffet, 4334 Central Ave. Call Larry Louden, president,

760-1991, for information.

The Stop Animal Cruelty Thrift Store, 821 Hobson Ave., meets the second Monday of every month from 6-7 p.m. Email jlhsabco@yahoo.com for more information.

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) food pantry, 1806 Central Ave. is open from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday. A photo ID is required. Call the church at 6233389 for information. Fountain Lake Fire Department will hold a board of directors meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Tuma Fire Station at the junction of Highways

128 and 5.

Ouachita Chapter of the Arkansas Archeological Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Fordyce Room at National Park Medical Center,

1910 Malvern Ave. Visitors are welcome. Call Tom O’Neal, 7607002, for information.

Code Pink Women for Peace will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday in Room B at Garland County Library. Men are welcome. Call Jan Gerber, 2826464, for information. Women’s Welcome “ER” Toy Group will meet at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Westminster Presbyterian Church,

3819 Central Ave., to prepare hand-embroidered stuffed animals for the “ER” patients at local hospitals who are children. Call President Diann Northern,

501-282-3171, for reservations or information.

Getting Ahead candidates informational meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Cooperative Christian Ministries and Clinic, 133 Arbor. Call Ann Wilson, 318-1153, for information.

Hot Springs Freethinkers will meet today from 3-4:30 p.m. at Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts, 200 Whittington Ave. This meeting will cover medical marijuana, its benefits and what can be done to help patients in need. Chuck from Green Springs Medical in Hot Springs will discuss marijuana and how the different strains have beneficial effects on the body. This is a discussion group for nonreligious, skeptic, secular humanist, atheist, agnostic individuals or anyone just wondering. The public is welcome. No proselytizing allowed.

Village Card Club, 1101 De Soto Blvd., meets daily for multiple card games. There are no game today. Call 915-9296 or visit https://www.villagecardclub.org for information.

Silver Light Memory Care Service will be held in the cafeteria of Gospel Light Baptist Church, 600 Garland Ave. today from 8:30-10:30 a.m. This service is tailored to individuals who have memory issues, or persons who cannot tolerate a typical church service. This will be an interactive service to engage participants in a low-anxiety, lowcrowd space where they and their families can safely attend church. Call 501-623-7827 for information.

Downtown Derby Dolls nonprofit roller derby league welcomes all ladies 18 years and older to drop in and give roller derby a try. All gear needed is on site, and no experience is necessary. Beginner “Fresh Meat” practices are held in the Hot Springs Junior Academy gym. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. on Sundays. There is a dropin fee of $5. Follow the league on Facebook or Instagram for more information.