It's time to head out for some R&R at beautiful Lake Catherine State Park! While you are there you can enjoy fishing, hiking, water sports and horse back riding. The park offers Cabin rentals and lakeside camp sites- Don't have your own camping equipment? No problem! This park even offers Rent-A-Camp, that includes a tent, cooking equipment, lantern, table and grill!  Lake Catherine is a 1,940 acre lake that is nestled in the Ouachita Mountians, and holds endless possiblites for a great get away! For more information check out their website at http://www.arkansasstateparks.com/lakecatherine/    Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge Laurie Rushing likes Laurie Rushing- Trademark Real Estate, Inc. Create your Like Badge 08/29/2010

  This world class botonical garnden sits on a 210 acre peninsula over looking beautiful Lake Hamilton. Garvan Woodland Gardens is an example of The Natural State at its best: a canopy of pines reaching skyward providing protection for delicate flora and fauna, gentle lapping waves that unfold along the 4 ½ miles of wooded shoreline, and rocky inclines that remind us of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains. Garvan Woodland Gardens is open 7 days a week: Hours: Open Daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Holiday Light Display: Noon to 9 p.m. (Saturday before Thanksgiving through December 31) *Note: Special admission rates apply at 5 p.m. when lights are switched on. The Garden is CLOSED Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and the entire month of January. Location: 550 Arkridge Road -Hot Sprin... 08/28/2010

  Fun for the whole family awaits at you at the Arkansas Alligator Farm. This attraction was started in 1902 when a need for additional attractions and entertainment was needed for the influx of visitors to Hot Springs. A day at the Zoo consists of feeding many different types of animals in the pet zoo area, and pet one of the 200 Alligators that call this farm "home"! The farm is open year round, and during the summer months you can view the feeding of the Alligators on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at noon.  For more information visit- www.arkansasalligatorfarm.com   Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge Laurie Rushing likes Laurie Rushing- Trademark Real Estate, Inc. Create your Like Badge 08/26/2010

The Witness!! A Christian musical drama, written by Jim and Carol Owens.  This is Arkansas' musical passion play which tells of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ as witnessed by the apostle Peter. It offers spiritual and inspirational religious and family entertainment. See the gospel come to life as the Apostle Peter tells the story of the miraculous events he has seen! The Witness is presented as a live outdoor performance each Friday and Saturday evening Summer through early Fall in Hot Springs, AR. The 2010 season will begin the first Friday in June (4th) and will continue each Friday and Saturday evening through Saturday August 7th. There is a short break in Augus but starts back again Friday September 3rd and continues each Friday and Saturday thru October 23th. For more info... 08/25/2010

  Since 1995, the Hot Springs community has embraced the Historic Downtown Farmers Market which has grown into its permanent open-air pavilion in beautiful downtown Hot Springs. The Farmers Market operates from May through October on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. or until produce runs out. Make time to stop by once, twice or even three times a week! You won't be disappointed! Location:121 Orange Street Hot Springs, Arkansas   Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge Laurie Rushing likes Laurie Rushing- Trademark Real Estate, Inc. Create your Like Badge 08/24/2010

  Today after worked I took some "me time" and headed down the road to Chic Nails. Chic Nails is an eleqant but yet relaxing nail salon where you can  escape your busy schedule and enjoy the best manicure and pedicure in town. The friendly staff is eager to please and make you look marvelous! When you make a stop, you might try out the delux pedicure and the no-chip manicure, these two services are top of the line! CHIC NAILS 3832 Central Ave.Suite A Hot Spring, Ar 71913 TEL: 501-525-2552 Business hours: MON- SAT : 9 AM -7 PM SUN : 12PM - 5 PM Take some well deserved "ME TIME" at Chic Nails!   Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge Laurie Rushing likes Laurie Rushing- Trademark Real Estate, Inc. Create your Like Badge 08/18/2010

Discover space at the Mid America Museum, as they feature "Astronomy: It's a Blast!", now through September 26, 2010. You can launch an air-powered rocket and find out how high the space shuttle flies then test your skills by landing the space shuttle on a runway. Visitors will also discover how thin the Earth's atmosphere is by comparing terrestrial distances to the altitudes of different layers of the atmosphere. Mid America Museum is a designed to stimulate interest in science, to promote public understanding of the sciences, and to encourage life-long science education through interactive exhibits and programs. For more information and ticket prices visit www.midamericamuseum.org   Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge 08/16/2010

Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge Laurie Rushing likes Laurie Rushing- Trademark Real Estate, Inc. Create your Like Badge One of the top family attractions in Arkansas, Magic Springs and Crystal Falls brings you the excitement of an amazing theme park and the refreshing, cool off time of a water park. Nestled in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, Magic Springs is a beautiful park to visit. The park features thrilling rides such as the X-Coaster, Arkansas Twister, and the eighty story drop of the Gauntlet. After you become tired and need to realx and cool down, you can walk right over to Crystal Falls right inside the theme park! With attractions like the world-class Crystal Cove wave pool, High Sierra Slide Tower, and Kodiak Can... 08/15/2010

With the sun beating down in our beautiful city, it is nice to stop in and cool down with some Italian Ice Cream at Dolce Gelato. This small taste of Italy is owned and operated by some of the nicest people, and they always welcome you with a nice smile. They have many of the standard flavors including Chocolate, Stracciatella (Vanilla with Chocolate), Strawberry, and Hazelnut. In addition they have some of the best Italian Cream Sodas, and serve up soups, sandwiches and salads!Take a break and drop in and try a flavor! Or for that matter try ALL the flavors! You won't be disappointed!    Dolce Gelato - Gourmet Italian Cafe 228 Cornerstone Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas501-525-6580 Laurie Rushing likes 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, Arkansas Create your Like Badge 08/14/2010

"Hot Springs: A Journey Through History" - Photography Exhibit On a hot summers day, you can get in from the heat and into the state of the art Convention Center! While you are there you won't want to miss this opportunity to view the collection of photographs from the Garland County Historical Society that is displayed daily at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Some the new additions of photographs include: * Babe Ruth at the Hot Springs Country Club, circa 1923, with the Babe holding his golf club like a baseball bat. * Ruth drinking from a water pump at the Hot Springs Country Club, also circa 1923. * Ruth riding a horse at Oaklawn Jockey Club, also circa 1923. * Cy Young, the legendary baseball pitcher, March 23, 1907. This photo was taken during spring training for pitchers held i... 08/10/2010

To kick off our 365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, it is only fitting to start out by sharing the magic of Hot Springs, with some information on the "Hot Springs"! GETTING INTO HOTWATER! This is what gave Hot Springs the honor of being named the First National Park in the United States. People have used these hot springs for more than two hundred years to treat illnesses and to relax. Both rich and poor came for the baths, and a town built up around the Hot Springs Reservation to accommodate them. Strolling Bathhouse Row and the Grand Promenade, within the National Historic Landmark District, provide a picturesque place to stroll and enjoy the elegance of a bygone time. Summer guided tours (through Aug. 7): Discovering the Waters tours share the geology of the hot spring water and how it ... 08/09/2010

Enjoy exploring with me for the next 365 days, the adventures that you can enjoy in the beautiful Hot Springs, Arkansas. The post will be available on Facebook and Active Rain! Take a few minutes to join our Facebook Page and please pass along to your friends! Look forward to this journey together! Laurie Rushing likes365 Things To Do In Hot Springs, ArkansasCreate your Like Badge 08/09/2010

In today's market with inventory levels so high, it's so important to have your listings shine!  While we believe it's so important to make the most of the first impression when our listings are getting shown, we normally try to go the extra step and prepare many of our vacant listings for the showing agent prior to their arrival.  While there's a team of us with 3 full-time Realtors and an assistant, it does seem to help with this style of practice.  Today, this practice really seemed to pay off.  This morning, our team received a two hour notice of a noon showing of one of our really nice waterfront condos.  So 30 minutes prior to the showing agent's appointment, our team partner, Debi made a visit to the home and prepped the home  as we often do.  Debi turned all the lights on, opene... 07/27/2010

Laurie Rushing- Executive Broker | Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | (501) 318-3200 227 Maple Acres, Hot Springs, AR Perfect Family Home! 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $199,900 Year Built 2008 Sq Footage 1,930 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 2 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION You will love this like new home that sits on 2 acres. Home has alot of extra features for the price range- custom cabinets, granite countertops, jacuzzi tub,formal dining area, tile floors, garden area, outdoor fire pit, oversized garage, floored attic, gas start fireplace, all sitting on a large level 2 acre lot that backsup to creek. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in c... 06/28/2010

Trademark Real Estate is excited to welcome Rollin Caristianos to head up the Commercial Division of the company. Rollin is "true" commercial agent that focuses his business on listing, selling and leasing both user and investment properties. He delivers quality service and results. Rollins primary mission is to facilitate the process of locating and purchasing investment properties. Whether you are a corporate customer or investor, he is the "people" business. Rollin is a great asset to Trademark Real Estate and is actively involved in the community as well as the commercial real estate profession. He is a Certified Commercial Investment Member, Member of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors, Real Estate Cyberspace Society Member, Graduate Realtors Institute, Member of the Rea... 06/09/2010

 "There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom," a famous quote that hit home with our team as we began preparing our business plan for another challenging year in the real estate market.   Today marks our two month anniversary with First Choice Realty, and we are still so excited about this new venture.  First Choice Realty was exactly what we were looking for!  With a business based primarily on referrals and repeat clients, our team felt that a "boutique-type" firm such as First Choice Realty would be the perfect fit for our style of business with its personalized style of practice.  At First Choice Realty, we prefer to "Make a customer, not just a sale".  As the real estate industry has become very fragile over the last... 05/06/2010

Laurie Rushing, Executive Broker | Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | (501) 318-3200 128 Bay Ridge Loop, Hot Springs, AR Perfect Family Home In Lakeside School District! 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $279,900 Year Built 1997 Sq Footage 2,442 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 1 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Perfect family home offering an open spacious floor plan and a large one acre lot! This 4 bedroom home has a decorators flare and kid friendly atmosphere that provides space for everyone. The fenced back yard has the space you need to entertain kids and adults alike. You are only minutes from the Martin Luther King Bypass, and Lakeside Schools. To many features to list- this is one that you must see! see additional photos be... 04/19/2010

Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | info@trademarkrealestate.com | (501) 318-3200 198 Rhema Point, Hot Springs, AR Stunning Lake Hamilton Home! 6BR/4BA Single Family House offered at $899,500 Year Built 2003 Sq Footage 4,750 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms 4 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Step into this Stunning Lake Hamilton Home!! Relax enjoy this lake front home situated on 1 acre w/470 ft lake front point. Features: Marble entry, vaultedceilings, spacious 30x30 living/dinning room, 10 French style doors open to decks/ patios, custom style red cherry cabinets in gourmet kitchen with granitecountertops, spacious master suite with oversized open shower w/glass blocks & corner jacuzzi tub, spiral stairca... 04/06/2010

Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | (501) 318-3200 195 Rockdale Court, Hot Springs, AR Gated Equestrian Estate!! 3BR/3+1BA Single Family House offered at $1,200,000 Year Built 2000 Sq Footage 10,000 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 36 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Give your horses the very best! 36 acre horse ranch. Stunning living quarters with granite kitchen, fireplace. Spacious barn/livingquarters with 10,000 sq feet under roof with 6 horse stalls (cypress/iron),tack rooms, 6 bay workshop, zoned heated/cooled, acreage fenced & crossedfenced, four stocked ponds 2 spring fed, property backs up to Saline River, 2 barn type sheds, numerous out building, barns, pastures. See Virtual tour andpictures for exten... 04/05/2010

Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | Trademark Real Estate, Inc. | info@trademarkrealestate.com | (501) 318-3200 335 Woodlawn, Hot Springs, AR Move In Today! 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $117,000 Year Built 1968 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Covered spaces Lot Size 15,000 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is ready and waiting for new owners! You'll love the beautiful curb appeal and the fantastic fenced backyard! Nice open floor plan, large family room, formal living area, and close to shopping! Priced to sell at only $117,000. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - Hardwood floor - Tile floor - Family room - Living room - Office/Den - Refrigerator -... 03/24/2010