Saturday
11
Feb
Valentine Cabaret Dinner & Show
Event Time: 7pm Dinner; 8pm Show
Dates: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: Pythian Castle Theater, 1451 E. Pythian Street, Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: $40 per person Dinner & Show; $12 per person Show Only.
Beautiful mix of talents, including singing, dancing and aerial circus arts in an intimate setting.
http://www.pythiancastle.com
417 865-1464
Friday
17
Feb
Blue Man Group
Event Time: 8pm Feb 17, 2pm and 8pm Feb 18
Dates: Friday, February 17, 2012 - Saturday, February 18, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $15 -$55
Escape the ordinary and surround yourself in a high-octane explosion of comedy, music, and technology. If you’ve never seen BLUE MAN GROUP, it’s a must-see. If you’re already a fan, don’t miss it!
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Saturday
18
Feb
Blue Man Group
Event Time: 8pm Feb 17, 2pm and 8pm Feb 18
Dates: Saturday, February 18, 2012 - Saturday, February 18, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $15 -$55
Escape the ordinary and surround yourself in a high-octane explosion of comedy, music, and technology. If you’ve never seen BLUE MAN GROUP, it’s a must-see. If you’re already a fan, don’t miss it!
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, February 18, 2012 - Saturday, February 18, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Monday
20
Feb
Sky Gallery’s Arts Council Juried Members Show
Event Time:
Dates: Monday, February 20, 2012 - Monday, March 12, 2012
Location: Springfield-Branson National Airport - 2300 North Airport Boulevard - Springfield, Missouri -
Admission: FREE
Over 45 works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, collage, photography, clay, and stone were selected for the Arts Council Juried Members Show, with all work available for purchase. A portion of all sales will benefit the non-profit Arts Council.
http://www.
417 862-2787
Tuesday
21
Feb
Treasured Stories by Eric Carle
Event Time: 6:30pm
Dates: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $14 - $20
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia brings together a Brown Bear, a Caterpillar and a Moon in their charming new production featuring evocative music, stunning visual effects and innovative puppetry.
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Thursday
23
Feb
Third annual college night at the Discovery Center
Event Time: 8-11pm
Dates: Thursday, February 23, 2012 - Thursday, February 23, 2012
Location: Discovery Center Springfield - 438 E. St. Louis St. - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $5 per person with college i.d. - $2 HighWire bike tickets
You’ve heard about it, but have never checked it out. Here’s your chance! Discover downtown Springfield. - - Five Pound Apparel, Big Whiskeys, The Cup, and Springfield Cardinals will be on site with discounts, food, and much more! - - Come to the Discovery Center to explore, discover, and maybe learn something new. It’s not just for kids!
http://www.facebook.com/events/374999792510929/
(417) 862-9910 ext. 713
Wednesday
29
Feb
Ballet Memphis
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $16 - $26
Ballet Memphis is a maker and interpreter of the South’s cultural legacy; their focus on culture and diversity is expressed through collaborations with hip-hop dancers, urban poets, rap musicians, gospel choirs and jazz orchestras.
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Ballet Memphis
Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts - 525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO
Admission: $16 - $26
Ballet Memphis is considered a national creative resource that performs and interprets the South's cultural legacy through dance, production, and training. Ballet Memphis addresses cultural issues through collaborations with hip-hop dancers, urban poets, rap musicians, gospel choirs, and jazz orchestras
http://www.springfieldballet.org
417 862-1343
Saturday
03
Mar
Citizen Science - Globe at Night Project
Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 03, 2012 - Saturday, March 03, 2012
Location: Discovery Center -
Admission: $1
Real People Real Science. Join Discovery Center training session on how to collect data for the Globe at Night Research Project. This project helps measure light pollution around the world by observing the clarity of specific constellations. Participants must attend only 1 training workshop before they attend the optional guided instruction workshop.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Tuesday
06
Mar
DANÚ
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 - Tuesday, March 06, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $13 - $23
Traditional Irish ensemble Danú - with virtuosi players on flute, tin whistle, fiddle, button accordion, bouzouki and vocals (Irish and English) - performs a glorious mix of ancient Irish music and new repertoire.
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Friday
09
Mar
Citizen Science - Globe at Night Project
Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, March 09, 2012 - Friday, March 09, 2012
Location: Discovery Center -
Admission: $1
Real People Real Science. Join Discovery Center training session on how to collect data for the Globe at Night Research Project. This project helps measure light pollution around the world by observing the clarity of specific constellations. Participants must attend only 1 training workshop before they attend the optional guided instruction workshop.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Friday
16
Mar
Evita
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Friday, March 16, 2012 - Saturday, March 17, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
Winner of the Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical. Broadway's hit rock opera of sweeping grandeur and romantic passion, Evita tells the story of Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentinean president Juan Perón. Immensely popular with ordinary Argentineans (but equally despised by the middle class and powerful factions in the army and political circles) Eva Perón rose from obscurity to political power and was eventually considered the spiritual leader of the country. Featuring such memorable songs as "Don't Cry For Me Argentina," "Oh, What a Circus" and "High Flying, Adored," Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the women herself. -
Saturday
17
Mar
Citizen Science - Globe at Night Project
Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 17, 2012 - Saturday, March 17, 2012
Location: Discovery Center -
Admission: $1
Real People Real Science. Join Discovery Center training session on how to collect data for the Globe at Night Research Project. This project helps measure light pollution around the world by observing the clarity of specific constellations. Participants must attend only 1 training workshop before they attend the optional guided instruction workshop.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Sunday
18
Mar
Art and the Animal
Event Time: 1-4pm
Dates: Sunday, March 18, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: 511 N. Pike - Located North of the down town Bolivar square. By the Dunnegan Manson and located blocks away from the historical Dunnegan Park, by CMH
Admission: Free. Donations appreciated
Our final year of the exciting exhibit, Art and the Animal. Captures the beauty of animals threw a verity of mediums. Such as sculptures, oil, acrylic, and water color paintings. Featuring over 50 different artists.
417-326-3438
Thursday
22
Mar
Evita
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Thursday, March 22, 2012 - Friday, February 24, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
Winner of the Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical. Broadway's hit rock opera of sweeping grandeur and romantic passion, Evita tells the story of Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentinean president Juan Perón. Immensely popular with ordinary Argentineans (but equally despised by the middle class and powerful factions in the army and political circles) Eva Perón rose from obscurity to political power and was eventually considered the spiritual leader of the country. Featuring such memorable songs as "Don't Cry For Me Argentina," "Oh, What a Circus" and "High Flying, Adored," Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the women herself. -
Sunday
25
Mar
Evita
Event Time: 2pm
Dates: Sunday, March 25, 2012 - Sunday, March 25, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
Winner of the Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical. Broadway's hit rock opera of sweeping grandeur and romantic passion, Evita tells the story of Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentinean president Juan Perón. Immensely popular with ordinary Argentineans (but equally despised by the middle class and powerful factions in the army and political circles) Eva Perón rose from obscurity to political power and was eventually considered the spiritual leader of the country. Featuring such memorable songs as "Don't Cry For Me Argentina," "Oh, What a Circus" and "High Flying, Adored," Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the women herself. -
Thursday
29
Mar
Evita
Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, March 29, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
Winner of the Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical. Broadway's hit rock opera of sweeping grandeur and romantic passion, Evita tells the story of Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentinean president Juan Perón. Immensely popular with ordinary Argentineans (but equally despised by the middle class and powerful factions in the army and political circles) Eva Perón rose from obscurity to political power and was eventually considered the spiritual leader of the country. Featuring such memorable songs as "Don't Cry For Me Argentina," "Oh, What a Circus" and "High Flying, Adored," Evita creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the women herself. -
Saturday
31
Mar
Cherry Blossom Kite Festival
Event Time: 11am -3pm
Dates: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Botanical Center and Japanese Gardens - 2400 S. Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Free!
Celebrate the opening of the Japanese Garden for the season with kites and activities around the garden!
417 891-1515
Believe in Girls Expo
Event Time: 11am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center
Admission: $10 per person
Celebrate leadership and 100 years of Girl Scouting at this event, open to all community members! The Believe in Girls Expo will be jam-packed with hands-on activities, information for youth and families, and dynamic entertainment. Check out event highlights at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org/2012expo. - - Register by March 16 to receive a commemorative bracelet! Tickets will also be sold at the door.
http://www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org/2012expo
877-312-4764 x1137
Saturday
07
Apr
Grand Opening: Spring Gardening Kick-Off
Event Time: 7:30am - 1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 07, 2012 - Saturday, April 07, 2012
Location: Republic Road at James River Freeway, east of Houlihan's South Restaurant
Admission: Free. Accepting food and cash donations for Ozarks Food Harvest.
A very festive Grand Opening of the new Farmers Market of the Ozarks, featuring 60 farm and artisan vendors; agricultural, educational and cultural exhibits; cooking demonstrations; live music; activities for kids; and a donation station for Ozarks Food Harvest.
573-489-0373
Wednesday
11
Apr
The Civil War Round Table of the Ozarks
Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Location: The Library Center - S. Campbell - Springfield, MO
Admission: FREE
The featured speaker will be Ms. Diane Mutti-Burke, Associate Professor at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. Professor Mutti-Burke teaches courses on the Civil War, Southern History, and the history of early American women. Her first book was "On Slavery's Border: Missouri's Small-Slaveholding Households 1815-1865." Prof. Mutti-Burkes' talk is entitled " 'They Go in Droves Every Night' Enslaved Missourians' Struggle for Freedom."
Saturday
14
Apr
A Night To Remember. A Titanic Musical Tribute.
Event Time: 12pm
Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Saturday, April 14, 2012
Location: Titanic Museum Attraction, Branson, MoO
Admission: Call for Reservations and Pricing 800-381-7670
Titanic Branson Presents "A Night to Remember: An Original Musical Tribute to Titanic" - Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Branson - - Titanic Museum Attractions is hosting “A Night to Remember: An Original Musical Tribute to Titanic,” on Saturday, April 14, the 100th anniversary of the night the ship struck an iceberg on its maiden voyage. Musical performances, historic ceremonies and appearances by actual descendants of Titanic’s passengers and crew will highlight the production honoring the 2,208 people aboard the ship. - - Tickets on Sale Now! - Online tickets are no longer available, - please Call 800-381-7670.
http://www.titanicbranson.com
417 334-9500
Spring Fling Wing Ding
Event Time: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Saturday, April 14, 2012
Location: Battlefield Mall (Southeast corner of parking lot) - S. Glenstone @ E. Battlefield Rd.
Admission: Free.
"Spring Fling Wing Ding Festival" at the Greater Springfield Farmers' Market, Battlefield Mall, April 14th offers you great family fun starting with free helium balloons for all the kids from 9am till 12pm.
http://www.springfieldfarmersmarket.com/
417-708-1909
Thursday
19
Apr
Poetry Slam!
Event Time: 7pm Doors
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 19, 2012
Location: Nathan P. Murphy's - 218 S. Campbell - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: $5
A poetry slam is the competitive art of performance poetry. It puts a dual emphasis on writing and performance, encouraging poets to focus on what they're saying and how they're saying it. A poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their work and are judged by members of the audience. Audience participation is encouraged! - So come JUDGE, WATCH or COMPETE! - - *Special Musical Guest Grandma Strange! - - Attention Poets: - Poet sign up starts at 7pm. - Must pay cover to compete. - Visit www.mopoetry.com for rules and details on competing. -
www.mopoetry.com
(417) 863-1909
Enron
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
One of the most infamous scandals in financial history is transformed into a theatrical epic event. Mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy, the play follows a group of flawed men and women in a narrative of greed and loss that explores the tumultuous 1990s and casts new light on the financial turmoil in which the world now finds itself. Inspired by real-life events and using music, movement, projections, pop culture and pure theatricality, Enron captures the economic free-for-all that precipitated the collapse of the energy giant in the wake of the greatest white-collar crime in American history. "There is superb clarity in Prebble's story-telling as well as high drama...that brings the mysterious world of high finance to vivid, comprehensible life." - The Daily Telegraph. A Springfield area premiere. This production contains adult language and situations. -
Saturday
21
Apr
C-Street Market
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free
C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200
Earth Day
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: FREE
In collaboration with Choose Environmental Excellence, celebrate the 42nd Annual Earth Day Celebration. A variety of environmental exhibits and activities will be available during the day plus the exhibits of Discovery Center. Discovery Center is a LEED Gold Certified building. Plan to take time and do the Environmental Pathways Scavenger hunt of the Discovery Center LEED Gold Certified building.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
FARM to FEAST Feature Chef
Event Time: 9:30am - 1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Battlefield Mall (SE corner of parking lot) - S. Glenstone @ E. Battlefield Rd. - 65804 -
Admission: Free.
The Greater Springfield Farmers' Market, Battlefield Mall, April 21st offers you more great family fun with their April Farm to Feast Feature Chef cooking demonstration. Zio's Italian Kitchen's, Steven Rayl, is the featured chef for April. Chef Steven won 1st Place in the 2011 Harvest Soup Cook-Off fundraiser sponsored by Harvest On Wheels at the Greater Springfield Farmers' Market last Fall. - - Chef Steven will be selecting his fresh foods for his dish, Lemon Chicken Primavera, at the Market around 9:30 and start with his cooking demonstrations at 10:00. He will be preparing this dish several times from 10 till 1:00, showing a variety of ways to prepare the same dish, including a vegetarian version. Chef Steven enjoys a lot of back and forth conversation with people while he is cooking and will be happy to answer all of your cooking questions. He will be sharing his recipe with all at the market, or it can be picked up at Zio’s Italian Kitchen located at 1249 E. Kingsley. -
http://www.springfieldfarmersmarket.com/
417-708-1909
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Sunday
22
Apr
Enron
Event Time: 2pm
Dates: Sunday, April 22, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
One of the most infamous scandals in financial history is transformed into a theatrical epic event. Mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy, the play follows a group of flawed men and women in a narrative of greed and loss that explores the tumultuous 1990s and casts new light on the financial turmoil in which the world now finds itself. Inspired by real-life events and using music, movement, projections, pop culture and pure theatricality, Enron captures the economic free-for-all that precipitated the collapse of the energy giant in the wake of the greatest white-collar crime in American history. "There is superb clarity in Prebble's story-telling as well as high drama...that brings the mysterious world of high finance to vivid, comprehensible life." - The Daily Telegraph. A Springfield area premiere. This production contains adult language and situations. -
Tuesday
24
Apr
Drury University Jazz Ensemble II & Jazz Combo II Concert
Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Location: Clara Thompson Hall - Drury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: FREE
The Drury University Jazz Ensemble II and Jazz Combo II will present their fall concert, featuring a variety of jazz standards as well as newer jazz favorites
http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7276
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Friday, April 27, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road
Admission: Free
Children's books are 50 cents or less, adult and young adutl books and most audiovisual $1 or less, better books are $2 and up. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.
Wednesday
25
Apr
Enron
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - Friday, April 27, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details
One of the most infamous scandals in financial history is transformed into a theatrical epic event. Mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy, the play follows a group of flawed men and women in a narrative of greed and loss that explores the tumultuous 1990s and casts new light on the financial turmoil in which the world now finds itself. Inspired by real-life events and using music, movement, projections, pop culture and pure theatricality, Enron captures the economic free-for-all that precipitated the collapse of the energy giant in the wake of the greatest white-collar crime in American history. "There is superb clarity in Prebble's story-telling as well as high drama...that brings the mysterious world of high finance to vivid, comprehensible life." - The Daily Telegraph. A Springfield area premiere. This production contains adult language and situations. - -
Thursday
26
Apr
GARRISON KEILLOR – Stories from Lake Wobegon
Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - Thursday, April 26, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $35-$65
Garrison Keillor paints pictures of his home town – complete with a host of memorable characters – in an unforgettable portrait of small town life that will tickle your fancy, and touch your heart.
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?organ_val=3371&schedule=list
417.836.7678
Drury University Jazz Ensemble I & Jazz Combo I Concert
Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - Thursday, April 26, 2012
Location: Clara Thompson Hall - Drury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield MO 65802
Admission: FREE
The Drury University Jazz Ensemble I and Jazz Combo I will present their fall concert, featuring a variety of jazz standards as well as newer jazz favorites.
http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7276
Saturday
28
Apr
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road
Admission: Free
Children's books are 50 cents or less, adult and young adutl books and most audiovisual $1 or less, better books are $2 and up. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.
First Annual Rhythm on the Rails
Event Time: Noon to 11pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Commercial Street Historic District
Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate
Traditional music, dance and festivities celebrate the coming of the Railroad to Springfield at Historic Commercial Street in 1870. An opening-day celebration for the seasonal C-Street Market and a districtwide open house will feature the artisans, eateries and friendly merchants that make Historic C-Street a favorite destination both for locals and guests to our area.
http://www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 864-7015
14th Annual Gourd Festival
Event Time: Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Springfield, MO
Admission: $5 for weekend pass. Free parking.
We're shaking it up for 2012...join us for a weekend of gourd art appreciation, fun for the kids, food and a great time!
C-Street Market
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free
C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200
DNA & NANO DAY
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details
Spend the day investigating how scientist learn about things that too tiny to see with even the most powerful microscope! Explore a variety of activity stations designed to help learners of all ages understand DNA and Nano science a little better.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
C-Street Market Kickoff Celebration
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Commercial Street Historic District
Admission: Free
“The Sweetest Little Market in Town” offers up fresh goods and handcrafted item and features local musicians from 10am to noon. At noon, C-Street Market vendors will be joined with live traditional music & dance, streetwide sidewalk sale, fun kids activities in the district's first annual Rhythm & Boom celebration of the coming of the railroad to Springfield on nearby tracks.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 839-0119
Sunday
29
Apr
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road
Admission: Free
Children's books are 50 cents or less, adult and young adutl books and most audiovisual $1 or less, better books are $2 and up. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.
Ozark Festival Orchestra Young Artists Concert
Event Time: 3-4:30 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Monett City Hall Auditorium, Fifth and Bond, Monett
Admission: $5 for adults, children high school age and under free of charge
Classical music concert featuring J.C. Bach's Sinfonia in D, and a suite for strings from "Abdelazar" by Purcell; plus finale to Haydn's Piano Concerto #2 with soloist Harry Kime, 12, of Rogersville, and opening movement to Piano Concerto #13 by Mozart with soloist Emily Campbell, 16, of Mt. Vernon. Reception for soloists follows concert.
417-626-8194
Friday
04
May
Artsfiesta!
Event Time: 6-9pm
Dates: Friday, May 04, 2012 - Friday, May 04, 2012
Location: Founders Park at Jefferson Avenue and Water Street in downtown Springfield
Admission: Adults $5, kids 10 and under are free.
ArtsFiesta is a Cinco De Mayo celebration of Mexican art, culture, and music from 6-9 p.m. May 4 at Founders Park at Jefferson Avenue and Water Street in downtown Springfield.
http://ilove.springfieldmo.org/post/21028447307/celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-with-artsfiesta-may-4
Saturday
05
May
WATERCOLOR NOW! 2012
Event Time: Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:00 – 5:00; Thurs 9:00 – 8:00; Sun 1:00 – 5:00
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Sunday, July 08, 2012
Location: Springfield Art Museum - 1111 East Brookside Drive - Springfield, Missouri 65807
This member’s invitational exhibition will showcase work by members of the Watercolor U.S.A. Honor Society (WHS). The exhibit will feature 67 works by 67 artists from across the country painting in aqueous media.
http://www.springfieldmo.gov/art
417 837-5700
C-Street Market
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free
C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200
Friday
11
May
Public Gardens Day
Event Time: 10am - 3pm
Dates: Friday, May 11, 2012 - Friday, May 11, 2012
Location: Botanical Center and Gardens - 2400 S. Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Free!
Celebrate the beauty of Springfield's Botanical Garden. Opening day of the Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House and Japanese Gardens open for free. Tram tours and activities throughout the garden.
417 891-1515
Saturday
12
May
C-Street Market
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free
C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200
PechaKucha Night Vol. 6
Event Time: 7pm-9pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center
Admission: Suggested $5 donation.
PechaKucha Night Vol. 6 will be on May 12, 2012 at The Creamery Arts Center starting at 7pm. Community members are invited to present on a topic of their choosing. This is for everyone - students, emerging professionals, and seasoned presenters. Presenting at PechaKucha Night is such a great way to brush up on your public speaking skills in a casual environment, learn something new about Springfield, and expand your network!
http://www.pecha-kucha.org
4178279553
Springfield Indian Artifact Show
Event Time: 8am to 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Remington’s Event Center - 1655 W. Republic Rd. - Springfield, Missouri 65807
Admission: Adult $4, Children 12 & under free
Over 170 - 200 tables displaying arrowheads, stone axes, pipes, ancient pottery, bone and shell items. Collectors from 8 states will be buying, selling, and trading artifacts. Authenticators will be on hand to certify artifacts for a small fee. - - You are welcome to bring your artifacts in to sell or have identified. We also buy collections. Contact Stephen Burks for more information. - - Table Information: Eight foot tables are available @ $35 per table for dealers and $25 per table for display only collectors. Security is provided on Friday night for all display tables.
http://www.ozarksarrowheads.com/springfield-show/2012-springfield-indian-artifact-show
417-619-3269
Saturday
19
May
2012 Wings Over Whiteman Air Show and Open House
Event Time: 9am- 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
Location: Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri 65305
Admission: Free
The 2012 Wings Over Whiteman Air Show and Open House is scheduled May 19 and 20. This free, family oriented event is expected to draw spectators from all over the region. - - All of Whiteman’s aircraft will be on display to include the B-2 Spirit, A-10 Thunderbolt II, Apache Ah-64 Delta Longbow helicopter and T-38 trainer jet. Oscar-01, the only missile alert facility ever built on a military installation will be open for tours each day.
www.wingsoverwhiteman.com
660-687-6439
Armed Forces Parade at Branson Landing!
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Down Branson Landing’s Promenade, beginning at the North end of the property by BELK.
Admission: Free to the public
Branson Landing is honored to work alongside the Branson Veterans Task Force as they present the Armed Forces Parade on Saturday, May 19th - Armed Forces Day. The Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. and proceed down Branson Landing’s Promenade, beginning at the North end of the property by BELK. of the property, in recognition of the Active Duty Military Personnel.
www.bransonveterans.com
(417) 337-8387
C-Street Market
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free
C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200
Last Dinner served on the R.M.S. Titanic at the Tower Club
Event Time: 5pm-10:30pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: 21st & 22nd Floor - Hammons Tower - Tower Club - 901 E. St. Louis St. - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $99.00 inclusive per person (includes gratuities and taxes) - Price includes dinner, shuttle and entrance to the Titanic Museum. - Reservations required. Call 417-866-4466.
ALL ABOARD! WHITE STAR LINE CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO COME ABOARD THE R.M.S. TITANIC! A SIX COURSE DINNER AT THE TOWER CLUB AND SHUTTLE TO THE TITANIC MUSEUM IN BRANSON IS SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2012 AT 5PM. THE MENU IS THE EXACT MENU SERVED THE LAST NIGHT BEFORE THE TITANIC SANK. WE WILL THEN TRANSPORT YOU TO THE MUSEUM FOR THE TOUR. IF YOU SURVIVE THE SHIPWRECK, WE SHOULD ARRIVE AT THE TOWER CLUB AT 10:30PM
http://www.towerclubspringfield.com
417 866-4466
Tuesday
22
May
RACE: Are We So Different?
Event Time:
Dates: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details
Looking through the eyes of history, science, and lived experience, RACE: Are We So Different? explores similarities and differences among people and reveals the reality – and unreality – of race. The story behind RACE: Are We So Different? is complex and may challenge how you think about race and human variation, about the differences among people and the similarities that unite us all.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Saturday
26
May
C-Street Market
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, May 26, 2012 - Saturday, May 26, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free
C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200
Saturday
16
Jun
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Wednesday
20
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Thursday
21
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Thursday, June 21, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
22
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Saturday
23
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Wednesday
27
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Thursday
28
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
29
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Saturday
30
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Saturday, June 30, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Sunday
01
Jul
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Sunday, July 01, 2012 - Sunday, July 01, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Monday
02
Jul
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Monday, July 02, 2012 - Monday, July 02, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Tuesday
03
Jul
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - Tuesday, July 03, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Wednesday
04
Jul
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
27
Jul
Ozark Empire Fair
Event Time: 11am-11pm
Dates: Friday, July 27, 2012 - Thursday, August 04, 2011
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
Admission: $6 adult, $2 children
For more than 75 years the Ozark Empire Fair has been a Springfield tradition. This family-friendly event features fun food, amazing rides, live shows and a huge variety of displays and exhibits. We want to see you at the Fair.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
28
Jul
Ozark Empire Fair
Event Time: 11am-11pm
Dates: Saturday, July 28, 2012 - Friday, August 05, 2011
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
Admission: $6 adult, $2 children
For more than 75 years the Ozark Empire Fair has been a Springfield tradition. This family-friendly event features fun food, amazing rides, live shows and a huge variety of displays and exhibits. We want to see you at the Fair.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
18
Aug
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, August 18, 2012 - Saturday, August 18, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Saturday
25
Aug
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, August 25, 2012 - Saturday, August 25, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Flutes and Flutes
Event Time: 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, August 25, 2012 - Saturday, August 25, 2012
Location: Christ Episcopal Church - 601 East Walnut Street - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: call for details
Bettine Clemen, world renowned flautist will perform. Mark your calendars to attend this stunning combination of music and sparkling wine reception! Bettine will be accompanied by Harry Beckett, locally known in the Springfield Community for musical therapy. All benefits of the concert will go towards the new Sensory Garden.
Tuesday
04
Sep
Model T Ford Club of America 29th Annual Hillbilly Tour 2012
Event Time: 3:30pm - 10pm
Dates: Tuesday, September 04, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: University Plaza Hotel parking lot - 333 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy. - Springfield, MO
Admission: Free
Come and see the Model T's from times past and reminisce with family. We expect around 100 cars to register. You are welcome to drive through the hotel parking lot and take pictures of these beauties. Free.
http://2012.hillbillytour.com/
(417) 881-6702
Saturday
15
Sep
Cider Days
Event Time: 10am-5pm
Dates: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - Sunday, September 16, 2012
Location: Historic Walnut Street
Admission: $4, ages 10 and younger free
An outdoor fall celebration featuring more than 100 juried artists and crafters. Activities include a free hands-on children's area, scarecrow village, performance stages, food and more.
www.itsalldowntown.com
417 831-6200
Sunday
30
Sep
Fifteenth Annual Loftwalk & Sidewalk Sale
Event Time: Noon-6pm
Dates: Sunday, September 30, 2012 - Sunday, September 30, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street, Campbell to Jefferson Avenues
Admission: $10 in advance, $12 event day
Self-guided walking tour of six uptown lofts on historic Commercial Street, a tightly knit community of trendsetters, artists and environmentalists working together to rebuild their vibrant, historic neighborhood. This year, a celebration of the rich and eclectic shopping of Historic C-Street will be featured with a Sidewalk Sale. The lofts are as unique and eclectic as the Uptown lofters who live there. In addition enjoy the "sneak peeks" of additional lofts available for rent. - - The lofts are as unique and eclectic as the Uptown lofters who live there. Enjoy the C-Street's historic architecture as you tour each loft and meet the artisans and entrepreneurs that live there. In addition, enjoy the Sidewalk Sale and "sneak peeks" of additional lofts available for rent.
417 864-7015
Saturday
27
Oct
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, October 27, 2012 - Saturday, October 27, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Monday
31
Dec
First Night Springfield
Event Time: 5:30pm-midnight
Dates: Monday, December 31, 2012 - Monday, December 31, 2012
Location: Downtown Springfield
Admission: Call for prices
Alcohol-free, family friendly New Year's Eve celebration. More than 20 performances at about a dozen venues. Music, theatre, dance, comedy, magic and more. Grand finale: fireworks in Jordan Valley Park.
417 862-2787