Office of Business Development and Client Relations Contact: Laura Stigall Communications Coordinator lstigall@hsvpoa.org
HSV CLUBS + ORGANIZATIONS
SOMETHING FOR ALL!
H ot Springs Village is home to a diverse array of clubs and organizations that bring residents together through shared interests, hobbies, and passions. From arts and culture to outdoor activities, community service, and professional development, this directory is your guide to connecting with others and enriching your Village experience. Inside, you’ll find detailed information about meeting times, contact details, and opportunities to get involved. Whether you’re looking to join a music group, volunteer for a cause, explore new hobbies, or meet like-minded individuals, there’s something for everyone in Hot Springs Village. This directory also highlights the vital role of volunteers in keeping our community thriving. Many organizations depend on the time and talents of residents to support their missions—whether it’s maintaining trails, organizing events, or providing essential services. Getting involved is a great way to give back while building meaningful connections.
If your club or organization is not listed or requires updating, please contact Laura Stigall (lstigall@hsvpoa.org).
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Hot Springs Village POA | 895 DeSoto Boulevard | Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 | (501) 922-5548
Arts + Culture
Music and Performance Groups • Cedar Mountain Singers : Community singing group, no audition required. Practices held from 1:30 to 3:30 at Christ of the Hills Methodist Church. Contact director Denise Edds at (501) 844-6414. • Crystal Chimes Chorus : Female vocal group singing 4-part acapella harmony for over 3 decades. Member of Sweet Adelines International. Provides entertainment year- round, with shows and sing-outs. Rehearses at Christ of the Hills Methodist Church, on Tuesdays at 1 PM. For information, contact Mary Frans at (870) 816-5577. • Village Carillons : Community handbell choir presenting holiday and spring programs. Rehearsals on Thursday afternoons. Contact carillonshsv@gmail.com for information. • V illage Chorale : Prepares for seasonal concerts. Contact Dr. Thomas Bolton at (501) 889-1520 for audition information or to be added to the mailing list. • Village Concerts Association : Provides entertainment to Hot Springs Village since 1991. Season runs from September to April, featuring tribute shows and performances. Visit www.vcaconcerts.com for more information. • Village Strings : Rehearses every Monday at Christ of the Hills Methodist Church from 11 AM - 1 PM For more information call (501) 922-9245. • Village Ukes : Meet at 1 PM, Wednesdays at McAuley Center, 5010 Hwy 7. Contact Wes Irby at (501) 762-2173. • Voices Rising : Auditioned singing group performing 2 major concerts each year and special events. Contact Director Marc Bremer at (501) 545-7758 for audition information.
Visual Arts • Brush Strokes Art Club : Welcomes members of all experience levels. Visit www. hsvbrushstrokes.com for contact information and details.
• Village Art Club: The Village Art Club meets on the third Thursday of the month, excluding January, July, August, and December at the Coronado Center, Room 6, at 9 AM. For more information: villageartclubhsv@gmail.com.
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• Village Camera Club : Meets on the second Tuesday each month at Christ of the Hills UMC, 700 Balearic Rod - East Entrance - Choir Room, except for June, October and December. Social time 6:00 and Meeting 6:30 PM. Visit www.hsvcameraclub.com; Contact: Lisa Schlesinger, (901) 494-9414. Theater • HSV Players : Community theater group. Visit hsvplayers.com for informationabout membership meetings and current productions.
Community Service
• Altrusa of HSV : International service organization meeting on the first Thursday of each month at 4:45 PM at Trademark HSV Real Estate, Inc. Contact Mary Kramer at (501) 740- 0678 for more information. • Arkansas Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution : Meets first Saturday of January-May and Sept.-Dec. at 9:30 AM at The Woodlands Presbyterian Church HSV. • Animal Welfare League : All-volunteer, no-kill, 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating an Adoption Center for cats and dogs. Open Monday (closed Wednesdays) through Saturday, 12 to 3 PM at 195 Cloaca Lane. Call (501) 915-9337 or visit hsvawl.org for more information. • The Entertainment Foundation : Enriches the lives of veterans, senior adults, and the underserved by providing quality, live entertainment and excellence in music. For more information, contact Audrey Findlen at TheEntertainmentFoundation@gmail.com or check their website at www.TheEntertainmentFoundation.org. • Friends of the Coronado Libary (FOCCL) : Our purpose is to stimulate public interest in the Coronado Center Library, purchase library materials not in the POA budget and to provide and support cultural and educational endeavors in the Hot Springs Village área. For more information please email us at focclhsv@gmail.com • H SV Community Foundation : Affiliate of the Arkansas Community Foundation seeking new members and volunteers. Contact Jane at (501) 372-1146 or email hotspringsvillage@arcf.org for more information. • HSV Evening Lions Club : Meets the first and third Thursday of each month at DeSoto Club. Social hour starts at 5:00 p.m.. meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. • Keep HSV Beautiful: An all-volunteer effort to keep all major HSV roadways free of litter and debris, and we do so five times each year. To learn more, and to sign up to volunteer, visit www.KeepHSVBeautiful.org.
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• Kiwanis Club of Hot Springs Village : Meets each Thursday morning at Woodlands Presbyterian Church, 11 Ecuestre, HSV. Meeting from 8:00 am to 9:00 am. Contact Secretary Kathleen Kinney at (501) 282-5404 for more information. • Rotary Club of HSV : Offers two meeting opportunities: Wednesday evenings at Trademark Realty (5:00 pm social, 5:30-6:30 pm meeting) and Thursday mornings at Village United Methodist Church (7:00 am coffee, 7:30 am meeting). Visit HSVRotary.org or email Klwright0952@gmail.com for more information. • SCAT Transportation: An all-volunteer 501(c)3 organization providing over 5,100 rides to Village residents annually. We operate with five vehicles and about 80 volunteers. We believe that everyone should have access to affordable transportation. If you would like to know more about us, visit our web site at villagescat.com. or call the office at (501) 915-0087. • Scenic 7 Rotary Club of North Garland County : Meets at noon at the McAuley Senior Center every Thursday. Lunch at 11:30, meeting at 12. Contact Keith Goudy at 512-590- 2832 for more information. • Threads of Hope : Craft mission open to all villagers, gathering every 4th Thursday of each month except November and December (10 am - 2 pm). Contact Linda Winslow at (870) 299-9272 or ldwinslow76@gmail.com for more information. • Village WFCR (Walk for Cancer Research): Non-profit organization raising money for cancer research. Contact villagewfcr@gmail.com or visit www.walkforcancerresearch. org for volunteer opportunities.
Educational + Professional Development
• American History Club : Meets the first Monday of each month at 10 AM at Debra’s Restaurant. Contact JBBoykin45@gmail.com for more information. • Civil War Round Table : Meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 10 AM at Debra’s Restaurant. Features speakers, discussions, and field trips. Contact JBBoykin45@gmail. com for more information. • Computer and Technology Club : Meets quarterly on the fourth Thursday of March, June, September, and December at 6:30 PM in Room 6 of the Coronado Community Center. Walk-in help sessions every Thursday from 1 to 3 PM at the Village Church of Christ. Visit cchsv.org for more information. • HSV Genealogy Club : We meet at 2:00 pm on the first Thursday of each month in Room 6 of the Coronado Center from September through May for a formal program/speaker. We also meet at 9:00 am on the 3rd Thursday of each month, January - December
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at Debra’s Good Eats on Carmona Road for an informal Breakfast meeting and share stories on topics selected by attendees at the previous meeting. Both of these meetings are open to the public. For questions, we can be contacted at our club email hsvgen@gmail.com. • Ouachita Speaker Series : Promotes learning by providing interesting speakers on various topics 6 times a year (3 times in the spring and 3 times in the fall). For more information, contact President Susan McCarty at mccartY.imag icloud.com or (501) 984-2840. • Village Employees Benefit Fund (VEBF) is an independent, registered non-profit organization that solicits by mail all Village Residents in October to voluntarily contribute to a fund that provides a cash appreciation gift to all hourly full time and part time employees. VEBF is managed by a board of directors. We seek to say thank you for effort above and beyond! Please see the website at vebf.org.
Health + Wellness
• Alcoholics Anonymous : Group meets on Sundays and Thursdays at 7 PM. Sunday is an open book study reading from Alcoholics Anonymous and 12 Steps and 12 Traditions. Thursday is a closed discussion using conference approved literature. The location is Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 295 Balearic Road. Call 337-794-4488 for more information. • Alcoholics Anonymous - Evergreen Group : The group meets at 6 p.m. every Monday at Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines Church, 275 Asturias Drive. This is a closed meeting of AA. • Alcoholics Anonymous - It Takes A Villag e: Alcoholics Anonymous Open Women’s Meeting weekly Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Village Methodist Church Activity Room, 200 Carmona Road. Contact Kim Williams at klw72390@aol.com. or 760-835-1840 for more info. • Alcoholics Anonymous - Jessieville : Closed meeting every Tuesday from 7-8 p.m., 7415 N Hwy. 7 Jessieville. Open meeting every Wednesday from 7-8 p.m., 7415 N Hwy. 7 Jessieville. Closed meeting every Friday from 7-8 p.m., 7415 N Hwy. 7 Jessieville. Open meeting every Saturday from 7-8 p.m., 7415 N Hwy. 7 Jessieville. Contact Terry at 501- 463-1010. Open literature discussion meeting every Monday, 6 p.m. at 7415 N. Hwy 7, Jessieville. Contact Terry at 501-463-1010. • A lcoholics Anonymous - Welcome Group : Welcome Group of Alcoholics Anonymous (open meeting) Wednesday at noon and Saturday mornings 9:00 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church at 1196 DeSoto Blvd. Entrance through the front of the building, meeting is in Fellowship Hall. We are wheelchair accessible and wheelchair users can park at the front door area. Contact Doug M. 501-545-8494 for further information.
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• Exercise Classes for Ladies : Free classes held M/W/F, 8:30-9:30am, at Balboa Outreach Center. For more information call (501) 204-5023. • F ood Addicts in Recovery Anonymous : Offers daily ZOOM online meetings. Contact Christine at 434-294-4062 or Linda T. at (920 636-8112, or visit foodaddicts.org for more information. • HSV Parkinson’s Support Group: Meets the second Thursday of each month at 3:00 at Fit For Life Wellness Center (Lake Forest Senior Living). Contact Toni or Misty at (501) 922-8076 for more information. • Survivors of Incest Anonymous : Meets every Saturday at 9:30 AM in Garland County
Library. Call Kathy at (714) 878-7037 for more information. • TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) : Two groups available:
• Morning Group AR 0454: Meets every Tuesday, 9:00 AM at the First Assembly of God Church. Contact Linda Yeager (281) 513-6005 or Marilyn Whitman (501) 915-8182. • Arkansas 517: Meets every Monday evening at 5 PM at Woodlands Presbyterian Church. Contact Robin Pearson at (218) 851-9161 or Molly Crawshaw at (501) 922- 0622.
Hobby + Special Interest
Arts and Crafts • HSV Quilt Guild : Meets the second Thursday of the month at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit hsvquiltguild.org or email lhsvquiltguild@gmail.com for more information. • HSV Rug Hookers: Group meets each week at the McAuley Senior Center on Tuesday from 10-2 pm. This group is open to all rug hookers from beginners to accomplished. For more information contact Arlene Platz @ 501-620-9186. • Knitting in the Village (Village Pine Needlers): Holds business meetings on the third Thursday from September to November and January through May. Contact HSVKnitters@gmail.com for more information. • Machine Embroidery Club of HSV: Meets on the 4th Thursday at 10:00 AM at Maccauley Senior Center. Contact Sheree Williams at (618) 806-1351 or Jeri Garcia at (505) 321- 5936 for more information.
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• Ouachita Mountain Polymer Clay Guild : Meets the third Monday of the month from 9 AM to 12 PM at CHI St. Vincent McAuley Senior Center. Contact Marlene Gremilllio at gremartist@gmail or (501) 226-9940. Website: https:// ouachitamountainpolymerclaygu ild.weebly.com. Outdoor Activities • Ageless Bicycle Club : Rides on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Contact Dave OBrien at (830) 285-5129 or visit www.hsvabc.weebly.com for more information. • Arkansas Eagle Riders: A motorcycle group for all brands of 2 or 3 wheel motorcycles. Meets monthly at Trademark Realty at 1060 DeSoto Blvd in the Village on the second Saturday at 9:00 AM. Inquire at areagleriders@gmail.com or (501) 655-6290. • Balboa Yacht Club : Social club for Lake Balboa residents and boat owners. Visit bychsv. com to join. • HSV Anglers Club : Bass fishing club meeting once a month with two tournaments a month on average. Contact Robert Walker at (580) 465-9118 for more information, or http://www.hsvanglers.com. • HSV Baitcasters Club : We are a multispecies fishing club, both local and overnight trips, boaters and non-boaters welcome, monthly meetings and bi-monthly outings weather permitting. For more Info contact Dwayne Shipman (817) 701-5529. • HSV Paddlers Club : Focuses on kayaking activities. Visit hsvpadddlersclub.com or contact hsvpaddlersclub@gmail.com for more information. • Ouachita Mountain Hikers: We are an informal group with members who have various levels of hiking ability. We typically hike 4-10 miles twice a week and also do overnight trips to hiking destinations. For more information, visit our website at: https://omhikers. club. • Trike Time Arkansas : Motorcycle group for 3-wheel motorcycles. Casual-paced rides on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, and 2nd & 4th Saturdays each moth. Plus social get- togethers. Send inquiries to: triketimearkansas@gmail.com. • WALKIE TALKIES : Walking group of all ages and genders; meets every day (except Sunday) at 8:30AM to walk; an e-mail is sent out every weekend with a schedule of places and directions; we walk on all trails, do street walks. and walk golf courses when they are closed; the walks are an hour long (30 min out and back except for golf courses when we walk either the front or back 9); everyone walks at their own pace. Notify Pam Hartman at hartmanps@att.net if you are interested!
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Political + Civic
• Hot Springs Village Chamber of Commerce: The Chamber is dedicated to supporting and promoting businesses within Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. We provide networking opportunities, advocate for local businesses, and foster economic growth through community events, partnerships, and member services. Click here to learn more. • Democratic Club of HSV : Sponsors activities to support local and state Democratic candidates. Visit https://hsvdemocrats.com or contact Deb Bryan at deb@debbryan. com for more information. • Liberal Ladies of HSV: A group of politically like-minded women who enjoy social activities and are committed to making our area a better, safer place through contribution to community services and support for women’s issues. Meetings are usually held the 3rd Thursday of the month from 11:30 to 1:00. Contact us by email LiberalLadiesofHSV@gmail.com. • Libertarian Club of HSV : Engages in activities supporting Libertarian candidates and issues. Visit libertarianclubofhotspringsvillage.weebly.com for more information. • Republican Women of HSV : Meets on the third Thursday of the month at the Coronado Center auditorium at 10:00 AM Contact Rita Harris at ritaharrishsv@gmail.com or (501) 282-4765 for more information. • Social Clubs • Aardvark: Group of senior men meeting monthly for lunch and conversation at Debra’s Good Eats. Contact Eberhard at (501) 226-9732 for information. • Boomers Rock : Social club with 950+ members organizing various activities and events. Visit www.boomersrockhsv.com for more information. • DeSoto Women’s Club : Meets monthly with programs and luncheons. Contact Shari Hall at (281) 639-4749 or email kickerhall@sbcglobal.net for more information. • Grupo Hispano : Group of native and non-native Spanish speakers meeting for lunch on the first Monday of every month at 12:30. Contact Christine at (501) 922-0608 for information.
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• Kaffeeklatsch Klub : German-speaking ladies meeting monthly for coffee and conversation. Contact Uschi Nolte at (501) 922-1625 for more information. • Village Card Club : 1101Desoto Blvd. inside the Ponce de Leon Center (Casa de Carta) (501) 915-9296 Website: & calendar of games: Village Card Club, Hot Springs Village , AR, USA • LGBTQ+ Villagers : Connects members of the gay community in the Village. Contact wernhsv@yahoo.com for more information. • Wuz A Fuzz : Retired and Current Law-Enforcement Officers are invited to attend Breakfast/Coffee every Second Tuesday from 8- 10 AM of each month at Debra’s Southern Restaurant located at 198 Carmona Rd, HSV, informal conversation. contact Andrew Jones, Jr (501) 209-0911..
Sports + Games
• HSV Bocce Ball Club : Offers open play and tournaments throughout the week. Contact Dana Haggerty at (847) 890-9916 for schedule information. • HSV Cribbage Club : Meets at the Ponce de Leon Center every Wednesday at 5 PM, play starts at 5:30. Contact Julie Hardardt at (501) 318-4178 for more information. • HSV Croquet Club : Plays on a large artificial turf court at 200 DeSoto Park Lane. Visit https://hsvcroquet.org/ for more information and schedules. • HSV Lady Duffers: Looking for a fun way to meet new people, play golf, and get some exercise all at the same time. Join us weekly (April through October) for a 9 hole round of golf. We welcome golfers of all abilities and a GHIN is not required. Find more information and an application at hsvladyduffer.com. • HSV Lawn Bowling Club: Offers free instruction and equipment for lawn bowling. Check www.village-green-bowls-club.com for playing times and more information. • HSV Mens 9-Hole Golf Club : For golfers interested in playing nine holes. Visit hsvmga9. golfclub.net for more information and application. • HSV Men’s Golf Associatio n: The MGA 18 was founded in 1972 to foster the game of golf and mutual friendships among the men of Hot Springs Village. We offer weekly events each year from April thru October. Come join the fun and meet new friends. Our website is www.hsvmga18.com.
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• HSV WGA 9-Hole League Golf Club : For lady golfers interested in playing nine holes. Visit www.hsvwga9hole.org for more information and application. Contact Sharon Merritt, President, or Sue Maser, our Membership Chairman ,at (708) 296-6693. • HSV WGA 18-Hole league : The league was established to promote the pleasure of golfing among women. These ladies enjoy the game of golf and often develop lifelong friendships. • HSV Pickleball Club : Promotes and organizes pickleball activities. Contact the DeSoto Recreation Area office at (501) 984-0468 or visit hsvpickleball.com for more information. • HSV Table Tennis Club: Offers free table tennis play at various skill levels. Contact Joe at hsvtabletennis@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page for more information. • HSV Tennis : Come join us for some fun on 1 of our 13 amazing tennis court. Consider joining our Tennis Association for only $15.00/year/person. You will enjoy fun tennis, competitive tennis, food, develop great friendships, and much more. We have 2 ambassadors who will help you get connected. Contact the tennis center for more information. Bonnie Douglas, VP for Tennis Association.
Special Interest Groups
• HSV Audubon - A chapter of the National Audubon Society; members enjoy and protect birds and other wildlife in and around HSV, through monthly programs, workshops, field trips, and community projects. For information, visit https://hsvbirds. org. • C.A.R.E. (Central Arkansas Railroad Enthusiasts) : Meets 3rd Wednesday every other month at 1 PM Contact Al Pfeiffer (501) 209-5271 or Bob Cross (817) 229-2280 for location. • HSV Razorback Club : For Razorback fans. Annual membership dues are $20 per person. Visit www.hsvhogs.com or email info@hsvhogs.com for more information. • HSV Roadrunners RV Clu b: For RV enthusiasts. Visit hsvRoadrunners.com for meeting information and details. • Miatas of HSV : Organizes monthly day trips for Miata owners. Contact Mike Neal at (903) 330-4003 for more information.
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• Village Amateur Radio Club : Members meet for breakfast at the Home Plate Cafe every Thursday morning at 8:00 AM. Contact Chuck Wilson at (501) 226-7810 or email hrw3@hrwilson.com for more information. • Village Pines Garden Club : Meets the first Tuesday of the month, September through May, at the Coronado Community Center at 11 AM. Contact Kathy Edmonson at (501) 922-1941 for membership information. • Village Plarn Sleeping Mat Grou p: Creates mats for homeless individuals using plastic bags. Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 AM, at Unitarian Universalist Church. • Village Stargazers Astronomy Club : Meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:30 PM at the Village Church of Christ. Contact Jay Williams at (501) 922-8353 for more information. • HS/HSV Symphony Guild : The Guild financially supports the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and music education for young people in Garland County schools. To become a member or to volunteer at one of our fundraising events, visit www. symphonyguild.org. • Woodworkers : Meets monthly and engages in various woodworking projects, including toy-making for donation. Email HSV.Woodworker@gmail.com or visit https:// villagewoodworkers.org for more information.
Veterans Groups
• American Legion Post 0123 : Maurice L. Britt American Legion Post 0123 holds its Post General Meeting on the third Saturday of each month beginning at 9:00 A.M. in the Fellowship Hall of Woodlands Presbyterian Church, 11 Ecuestre Drive, HSV (behind Woodlands Auditorium). Coffee and snacks available at 8:30 A.M. For information on joining, benefits and eligibility, contact 1st Vice Commander Melanie Clark, (715) 551- 0399 or e-mail arpost0123@gmail.com or go to our website https://ar0123.org. For transportation or other assistance, contact Commander Mike Williams (618) 581-1934 or e-mail mikewilliams150@suddenlink.net. • HSV MOAA : The Hot Springs Village Area Military Officers Association meets on the second Monday of each month at Debra’s on Carmona. Contact Clara Nicolosi at 984- 3778 or email hsv.moaa@gmail.com for more information. • HSV Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 10483: Meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Village Christian Church 601 Balearic Road, HSV. 5:30 PM Social ; 6:00 PM Meeting.
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