Countless times I have been to a show where the band announces from stage, "Hey, we need a place to crash for the night". Yep, believe it or not, most bands touring the underground-DIY circuit can't afford a room at "the six", so they rely (hope) that some kid at the show will meet them at the merch table and say, "you dudes can crash on my floor", which often means that said "kid" gets a chance to hang with the band that recorded the 7-inch that has been spinning on his turntable for the last 7 seven months. For the band it means a hot shower, warm house, maybe some food and laundry, a cool record collection to browse, an internet hook-up, Wii to play, and hopefully a bit of quality conversation to have with a local. In the morning, the kid might get hooked up with a t-shirt and CD, and the band with some pancakes. When the kid and band say good-bye it seals the deal on a relationship that will bring the band back to town - this is what makes The bands, and the people who support The VOV an example of equal exchange, trust and community. This is the root of the underground community and a great example for all humanity. In short, give up your floor, couch, bed, or futon to a band - its good for you. Its good for all of us.
But I digress, so you're not in a band which means you dont have access to a microphone to announce to a room full of strangers that you need a place to crash. If that's the case, Hot Springs has plenty of hotels - both fancy-schmancy and certified dumps. Hot Springs is surrounded by National Forest, so I suppose you can just hike up the mountain behind Low Key Arts and lay your head on a log. For those of you who prefer a little more planning, try THE VELDA ROSE HOTEL, which is across the way from Low Key Arts - an easy stumble home. Mention The VOV and get a $49 room- sweet! For the naturalist, try Gulpha Gorge Campground which is a quick 10 minute drive to downtown Hot Springs. Check the "Where to Stay" section of the site for more info.
Hot Springs for Spring Break!? Who woulda thunk?
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