Friday
03
Feb
Adventure Tour
Event Time: 10 am & noon daily
Dates: Sunday, January 01, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Fantastic Caverns
Admission: GROUPS ONLY, 20 MIN - 60 MAX PER EVENT. - STUDENTS GRADES K-8 - $6.00 ADULTS $16.50, TEACHERS COMPLIMENTARY
The new 2012 Adventure tour is a 90-minute a - program that includes a fossil unit at the cave's Underground Classroom and all riding educational cave tour.
http://www.fantasticcaverns.com
417 833-2010
Student Field Trips
Event Time: Daily 8 AM to dusk
Dates: Sunday, January 01, 2012 - Monday, December 31, 2012
Location: Fantastic Caverns
Admission: Child group (20 pax min to 60 pax max) $6.00 - Adult group (20 pax min to 60 pax max) $16.50
55-minute, all riding educational cave tour.
http://www.fantasticcaverns.com
417 833-2010
Tuesday
07
Feb
Ordinary Heroes: One Hundred Plus Years of Those Who Protected and Served Springfield and Greene County
Event Time: 10:30am-4:30pm Mon-Fri and the second Sat of the month
Dates: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 - Monday, May 14, 2012
Location: History Museum for Springfield Greene County, third floor of City Hall at 830 N. Boonville Ave.
Admission: Suggested donation of $3 for adults and $1 for Children
The exhibit will showcase the heroic men and women who have protected and served the citizens throughout Greene County’s history Springfield Police Department, the Springfield Fire Department, the Greene County Sheriff’s Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be featured. This exhibit will showcase the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of these departments.
http://springfieldhistorymuseum.org/home.htm
417-864-1976
Saturday
11
Feb
Kid's Summer Discovery Expo
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: Discovery Center of Springfield - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: FREE
A One day fair for your family to learn about all the wonderful summer camps, programs and educational activities available for your children in Summer 2012. Visit with summer camp leaders while enjoying hands-on exhibits at Discovery Center.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Free Family Fun Day at Discovery Center
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, Missouri 65806 -
Admission: FREE
Visit the variety of booths throughout the Center to learn about summer programs, camps, and educational activities for your children, plus enjoy all the Discovery Center exhibits.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Monday
13
Feb
FREE Children's Drama Class
Event Time: 2:30-3:15pm
Dates: Monday, February 13, 2012 - Monday, February 13, 2012
Location: HyVee Community Room inside the grocery store on S. Battlefield.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Kidz Creative will be hosting a FREE children's drama class on Monday, February 13 at 2:30pm. - This FREE class is open to children of all ages, but will be geared toward pre-school aged children. - Parents and caregivers are asked to stay with their children for the duration of the 45 minute class. We will be dancing, singing, pretending, and of course playing! - Check us out on facebook @ Kidz Creative of Springfield or email kidzcreative.springfield@yahoo.com for more info.
314 606-1139
Friday
17
Feb
Science Sprout Museum Day
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, February 17, 2012 - Friday, February 17, 2012
Location: Discovery Center of Springfield - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $9 adults; $8 seniors; $7 children (3-15)
This is the last Science Sprout Day until September. We invite all young learners up to age 6 to learn, explore and discover a different topic each month. February's theme Out of this World. Enjoy Science Storytime with Park Central Library Staff at 10am & 1pm and a special science demonstration by DCS staff at 11 am and 2 pm.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
The Lawn & Garden Show
Event Time: 9am-6pm Fri-Sat, 11am-5pm Sun
Dates: Friday, February 17, 2012 - Saturday, February 18, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant
Admission: $4 adults, 12 and under free, parking is free Discount tickets ($3) available Feb 1-17 at participating Price Cutter stores in Springfield, Marshfield, Ozark, Nixa and Republic.
A great tradition with the newest items and ideas for you own Lawn and Garden with more than 75,000 square feet of vendors to meet your lawn and garden needs.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417-833-2660
Sunday
19
Feb
The Lawn & Garden Show
Event Time: 9am-6pm Fri-Sat, 11am-5pm Sun
Dates: Sunday, February 19, 2012 - Sunday, February 19, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant
Admission: $4 adults, 12 and under free, parking is free Discount tickets ($3) available Feb 1-17 at participating Price Cutter stores in Springfield, Marshfield, Ozark, Nixa and Republic.
A great tradition with the newest items and ideas for you own Lawn and Garden with more than 75,000 square feet of vendors to meet your lawn and garden needs.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417-833-2660
Monday
20
Feb
Free Children's Drama Class
Event Time: 2:30-3:15pm
Dates: Monday, February 20, 2012 - Monday, February 20, 2012
Location: HyVee Club Room, inside the grocery store on W. Battelfield
Admission: Free and open to the public
Kidz Creative will be hosting a free children's drama class on Monday, February 20 at 2:30 p.m. This is a re-scheduling of our class on Monday the 13th due to snow. - Class will be held in the HyVee Club Room inside the grocery store on S. Battlefield - This free class is open to children of all ages, but will be geared toward pre-school aged children. - Parents and caregivers are asked to stay with their children for the duration of the 45 minute class. We will be dancing, singing, pretending, and of course playing!
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314 606-1139
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
College Night at Discovery Center
Event Time: 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, February 23, 2012 - Thursday, February 23, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $5
Don't be embarrassed about wanting to have fun at Discovery Center, join friends of your age with a college ID.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Saturday
25
Feb
Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class -
Event Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - Saturday, February 25, 2012
Location: Hy-Vee Club Room - 1720 West Battlefield Road - Springfield, MO -
Admission: FREE
Have you signed your children up to participate in our monthly kids’ cooking club? This is a great way to get your children to try new foods while being hands-on in the kitchen! Your child will have the chance to learn about the importance on including all of the food groups in his/her diet. Please stop by customer service to register. -
http://www.hy-vee.com/stores/calendar/detail.aspx?m=2&y=2012&s=1018&event=36836
417-881-1550
"Read Across America Seuss Science Day" presented by Mercy Children's Hospital and Ozarks Public Television
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - Saturday, February 25, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $5
See how fun Seuss Science can be. Springfield/Greene County Library will be reading a variety of Dr. Seuss books, Discovery Center will have several Seuss Science activity stations, and the Cat in the Hat will be making an appearance.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
I Love Nursing Day College Event
Event Time: 11am - 1pm
Dates: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - Saturday, February 25, 2012
Location: 4431 South Fremont, Springfield, MO 65804
Admission: Free
Meet our faculty and staff, learn about our programs and other important information that will help you begin your career as a nurse. Pizza is provided. Please RSVP by February 22, 2012.
417-820-2069
Thursday
01
Mar
SIX by SIX Challenge
Event Time: Tuesday - Saturday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Dates: Thursday, March 01, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Legacy Trails Neighborhood - 3158 W Volunteer Way - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: FREE! Come out and Volunteer Ages 16+
Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, MO is working with multiple organizations, individuals, and businesses to complete SIX homes between March 1st and May 20th. This will ensure that those SIX families will be moved into their new homes before June 1! - - Habitat for Humanity has many avenues to help with the SIX BY SIX Challenge for individuals 16+ and we would love to have you join us. This project will only has a 1000 volunteer spots to be filled, spots are filling up quickly, so contact us to save your spot on this amazing set of builds! To sign up or for more information on these opportunities simply call 417.829.4001 and ask for Tommy or email tommyhawkins@habitatspringfieldmo.org -
http://www.habitatspringfieldmo.org/get-involved-habitat-for-humanity-springfield-mo/six-six/
417.829.4001
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
Friday
09
Mar
Yoga Rocks! @ Classic Rock Coffee Co.
Event Time: 6-7:30pm
Dates: Friday, March 09, 2012 - Friday, March 09, 2012
Location: Classic Rock Coffee Co. - 1900 West Sunset Street Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: $15 per person. Sign up is required.
Join Jodelle Fitzwater, 200hour Registered Yoga Teacher, for a gentle, yet flowing yoga practice set to all the great classic rock ballads that you know and love. This 90 minute class will rock your “yoga socks” off and leave you relaxed, rejuvinated, and refreshed. Stay after for coffee and protein shake specials and relaxed mingling. Sign up at Classic Rock Coffee Co. or by calling Jodelle at 417-230-0554 or by visiting www.getfitwithjodelle.com - - Space is limited to 25 people, so sign up in advance is required. Please arrive a few minutes early to sign a waiver. Please bring your own mat and wear comfortable clothing.
www.getfiwithjodelle.com
417-230-0554
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
Saturday
10
Mar
Robot Workshop
Event Time: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Saturday, March 10, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $20 member child/parent duo plus cost Hyper Peppy $25 - $25 non-member child/parent duo plus the cost of Hyper Peppy Robot $25.
Robot Workshops continue to be a great learning adventure for both parents and children. Both parent and child will work closely with Discovery Center staff to build a functional Hyper Peppy (recommended for age 8 and up). Learn about following technical directions, plus how gears, circuits, and other mechanical parts work together. Each workshop will focus on a different type of robot and different age level.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Polk County Christian School 13th Annual Live and Silent Auction and Dinner
Event Time: 5pm
Dates: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Saturday, March 10, 2012
Location: Bolivar First Assembly of God Activities Building - 1320 South Springfield Avenue Bolivar, MO 65613
Admission: $10 in advance - $15 at the door
The theme this year is "Back to the 50's." There will be a live and silent auction with hundreds of items including Disney Passes, Branson show tickets and attractions, restaurant gift certificates, sporting event tickets, and more. Dinner will be catered. It is a exciting night of food and fun while helping support quality Christian Education.
417-777-2330
Wednesday
14
Mar
Pi Day
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Join us for a celebration of circles! Explore circumference, diameter, volume, cylinder races, circle art and more! General admission applies.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
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
Citizen Science Globe at Night Project
Event Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 17, 2012 - Saturday, March 17, 2012
Admission: $5
You must have attended a training session before you are allowed to participate in the Guided Instruction Workshop. Participants will caravan to Observatory in Marshfield, MO to see the constellations at a different view point. Observatory is not usually open to the public so a great opportunity. Pre-registration required by Friday, March 16th and prior training workshops required.
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
Friday
23
Mar
Discover the Dinosaurs
Event Time: Fri 12:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, March 23, 2012 - Friday, March 23, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center - 635 E Saint Louis St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Adults : $15.00(12yrs & older); Children:$10.00 (2-11yrs); Seniors:$10.00 (65+); Children under 2 free - -
*Admission includes entrance to the Dinosaur Exhibit, Dino Dig, Dino Den, DIno Theater, Dino Coloring Station and Scavenger Hunt. - Other attractions require separate tickets. -
http://discoverthedinosaurs.com/Events/springfieldmo.html
417 864-7333
Saturday
24
Mar
Discover the Dinosaurs
Event Time: Fri 12:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 24, 2012 - Saturday, March 24, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center - 635 E Saint Louis St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Adults : $15.00(12yrs & older); Children:$10.00 (2-11yrs); Seniors:$10.00 (65+); Children under 2 free - -
*Admission includes entrance to the Dinosaur Exhibit, Dino Dig, Dino Den, DIno Theater, Dino Coloring Station and Scavenger Hunt. - Other attractions require separate tickets. -
http://discoverthedinosaurs.com/Events/springfieldmo.html
417 864-7333
Ozark Regional Lily Society Bulb Sale
Event Time: 10am-4pm
Dates: Saturday, March 24, 2012 - Saturday, March 24, 2012
Location: Botanical Center Meeting Rooms - 2400 S. Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Free!
American, Asiatic, Oriental, Martagon and more! Lily bulbs purchased and planted now will create a beautiful flower display in mid-summer.
417 891-1515
Sunday
25
Mar
Discover the Dinosaurs
Event Time: Fri 12:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, March 25, 2012 - Sunday, March 25, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center - 635 E Saint Louis St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Adults : $15.00(12yrs & older); Children:$10.00 (2-11yrs); Seniors:$10.00 (65+); Children under 2 free - -
*Admission includes entrance to the Dinosaur Exhibit, Dino Dig, Dino Den, DIno Theater, Dino Coloring Station and Scavenger Hunt. - Other attractions require separate tickets. -
http://discoverthedinosaurs.com/Events/springfieldmo.html
417 864-7333
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
Coins & Currency Identification/Evaluation Day
Event Time: 10am - 2pm
Dates: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Discovery Center, 438 E. St. Louis Street, Springfield
Admission: Free
Show Us the Money! The purpose of the Identification/Evaluation Day is to give people an opportunity to learn about collectible currency and coins, their approximate value, and how to properly store and preserve them. Members of the community may have up to six coins or pieces of paper currency evaluated by local collectors at no charge. Value information will be given from published price guides, and security will be provided. This a free educational event where the public can have their questions answered in a noncommercial setting; no buying or selling will be allowed. Information will be available for those who would like to contact local dealers and collectors about selling, collecting or learning more about coins and currency.
http://www.ozarkscoinclub.com/index.html
417-995-2028 (Bob) or 417-862-3867 (Nancy)
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
Coin Club Hosts Evaluation Day
Event Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: FREE
This a free educational event where the public can have their questions answered in a noncommercial setting; no buying or selling will be allowed. Information will be available for those who would like to contact local dealers and collectors about selling, collecting or learning more about coins and currency. -
http://www.ozarkscoinclub.com
417-995-2028
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
Health, Wellness and Safety Expo
Event Time: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Saturday, April 14, 2012
Location: E-Plex West and Center Wing at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds - 301 North Grant Ave. - Springfield, MO 65803 -
Admission: This event is free and open to the public. The Southwest Missouri Office on Aging requests that people bring spare change to help support its home-delivered meal program.
Care Improvement Plus invites Springfield-area seniors to the Health, Wellness and Safety Expo. Hosted by the Southwest Missouri Office on Aging, this event offers seniors a direct link to community resources that promote healthy, independent living for senior citizens, their families and caregivers. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive free health screenings including shingles vaccinations, cholesterol screenings and diabetes testing. Additionally, there will be live entertainment, a talent contest, cooking demonstrations, a safety seminar, foot clinic and free use of mobility devices.
(314) 707-4599
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
Wednesday
18
Apr
How relationships, the mind, and the brain interact to shape the development of children, families and communities
Event Time: 5-6:30 pm
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Carrington Auditorium, Missouri State University, 901 S. National, Springfield, MO 65897
Admission: Free
Dr. Dan Siegel will give a public affairs lecture at Missouri State University live via Skype about his work in interpersonal neurobiology and answer audience questions. A local audience discussion follows. Dr. Siegel will explore how communication patterns between children and caregivers shape the unfolding of the synaptic connections in the brain. He will give suggestions from this for ways that adults can help children thrive. He will explore how mind, brain, and relationships interact to shape how we become who we are across the lifespan. Dr. Siegel’s unique ability to make complicated scientific concepts easy to understand and exciting has led him to be invited to address diverse local, national and international groups of mental health professionals, neuroscientists, corporate leaders, educators, parents, public administrators, healthcare providers, policy-makers, and clergy, including the King of Thailand, Pope John Paul II, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Google University, and TEDx. Admission is free and free parking is available.
http://publicaffairs.missouristate.edu/conference/sessioninformation.aspx?sessionid=339
417-836-8918
Thursday
19
Apr
Science Cafe
Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 19, 2012
Location: Farmer's Gastropub - 431 S Jefferson Ave, Suite 160 - Springfield, MO
Admission: Full Menu available for purchase
- Join us for a presentation by James Lamb of Brewer Science. James is Corporate Technology Strategist and Director of the Printed Electronics Technology Center, at Brewer Science, where he has worked for 28 years. James currently provides strategy and direction for the new technologies generated by Brewer Science. He & his team are engaged in the commercialization of technology for printed electronics. Seating is limited.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Saturday
21
Apr
Reiki I & II Class
Event Time: 3pm-8pm (both days)
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Classes will be held in the massage space at the back of Essential Yoga. Due to frequent yoga classes in the main area of the building, we will use the rear entrance. As multiple therapists and healers use this space, please call before coming by. - - Essential Yoga - 201 W. Sunshine, Suite B - Springfield MO, 65807
Admission: $350 (incl. $150 non-refundable deposit) per student
Reiki is a Japanese system for stress-reduction which also promotes healing. In this class you will learn how to treat yourself and others, including the traditional Japanese Reiki techniques and you'll learn the three Reiki II symbols. You will also get attuned to the subtle energy that makes this type of healing possible. Class manual is included in course fee.
www.LotusBlossomReiki.com
850-217-8778
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
RAMP Camp
Event Time: 8am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Southwest Center for Independent Living
Admission: Free.
Build wheelchair ramps and help people with disabilities! - The Southwest Center for Independent Living offers a program called Renovations and Modifications Projects (RAMPS). The program assists low income people with disabilities to complete home modifications to their homes so they can live safer and more independently. Today, RAMPS has nearly 100 people waiting for a wooden wheelchair ramp and whether you know how or want to learn, SCIL needs you to help them to continue to live independently. For more information, please visit our website.
Tuesday
24
Apr
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.
Saturday
28
Apr
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
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.
Get Prepared EXPO
Event Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex - 3001 N. Grant (I44 exit 77) - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: $10.00 at the door, $8.00 coupon on the website.
Get Prepared EXPO, the largest and most comprehensive preparedness EXPO in the USA. - - With national talk show hosts: Vincent Finelli, Beth Ann, John Moore, Bill Federer and more. - - Teleseminars with James Wesley Rawles, Bob Chapman, and Julia Schopick. - - The Get Prepared EXPO is an educational experience centered on teaching survival for the whole family. Tornadoes, earthquakes, ice storms, and floods all cause disruptions in our daily lives. Even man made events can cause disruptions. We want you and your family to be safe. Attending the USAPrepares.com Get Prepared EXPO is the first step in preparing for natural and man made disasters. - - 100 Exhibitors and 50 seminars including: high yield gardening, wind and solar power, food storage, water filters, freeze dry food, preparedness equipment, radiation detection equipment, crisis medicine and natural healing, personal and home defense, guns and ammo. - - Please bring your family - Please tell your friends - Children under 12 free
www.GetPreparedEXPO.com
816-600-1485
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.
Tuesday
01
May
Social Media Marketing Made Simple
Event Time: 8:30-11am,
Dates: Tuesday, May 01, 2012 - Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Location: Quality Inn and Suites Conference room - 3930 South Overland - Springfield MO 65807
Admission: Free
Learn the ins and outs of social media marketing for your business. This free workshop will give you an informative view of how social media such as Facebook and LinkedIn can help your business.
www.webservicesinc.net/events.html
309-699-2849
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
Open House
Event Time: 9 am to 12 pm
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: 2740 N. Mayfair, Springfield, MO 65803 - Located by the intersection of I-44 and Hwy 65
Admission: Free
Open House/Job Fair - Prime, Inc. is opening its doors to the public to discover what makes our company a great place to work. Learn more about our company (started in 1970) and why we are successful and stable. - Come tour our facility, explore job opportunities, talk to current associates and hiring managers, and apply for current driving and non-driving openings. Refreshments provided. Open to the public.
www.primeinc.com
417-521-3349
Sid the Science Kid Coming to Kidtoons!
Event Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: B & B Ozark / Nixa 12 with Marquee Suites -
Kidtoons has a new, fun kids film in theatres near you! Sid the Science Kid’s Backyard Campout will be playing in Kidtoons theatres for the entire month of May. Your readers and their little ones can enjoy Sid and his friends on the big screen at Saturday and Sunday matinees.
http://www.kidtoonfilms.com/
(417) 485-4078
Sunday
06
May
President’s Concert – HAYDN: THE CREATION
Event Time: 4:00 PM
Dates: Sunday, May 06, 2012 - Sunday, May 06, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts - 525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Admission to the concert is FREE!
Franz Joseph Haydn’s oratorio The Creation is considered his greatest work. Depicting and celebrating the creation of the world as described in the biblical book of Genesis and in John Milton’s Paradise Lost, the oratorio has three parts: first, devoted to the elements; second, to animals and man; and third, to an earthly paradise. Composed for soloists – personifying Archangels in the first two parts, Adam and Eve in the third – a four-part mixed chorus and large classical orchestra, this performance of Haydn’s masterwork, directed by Dr. Guy Webb, will feature the Missouri State University Music Department’s combined choirs; soloists Carol Chapman (soprano), Sean Spyres, (tenor) and Chris Thompson (bass); and the MSU Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Robert Quebbeman.
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
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
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
Robot Workshop
Event Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: $20 member child/parent duo plus cost of All Terrain Robot $35. - $25 non-member child/parent duo plus the cost of All Terrain Robot $35.
Robot Workshops continue to be a great learning adventure for both parents and children. Both parent and child will work closely with Discovery Center staff to build a functional robot, All Terrain Robot (8+). Learn about following technical directions, plus how gears, circuits, and other mechanical parts work together. These are very popular classes and usually fill fast. Pre-registration and pre-payment required.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
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
Sid the Science Kid Coming to Kidtoons!
Event Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: B & B Ozark / Nixa 12 with Marquee Suites -
Kidtoons has a new, fun kids film in theatres near you! Sid the Science Kid’s Backyard Campout will be playing in Kidtoons theatres for the entire month of May. Your readers and their little ones can enjoy Sid and his friends on the big screen at Saturday and Sunday matinees.
http://www.kidtoonfilms.com/
(417) 485-4078
Friday
18
May
The Man Show Expo
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, May 18, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Remington's Entertainment Complex - 1655 West Republic Road - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: $5
There will be something for every MAN at the KKOZL Man Show! Give-a-ways and Featured Seminars
http://www.kozlmanshow.com
417 889-6628
Saturday
19
May
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
Young Sprouts in the Garden
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: The Botanical Center - 2400 S. Scenic Avenue - Springfield, MO
Hands on crafts and activities for kids!
http://www.parkboard.org
417 837-5711
Discovery Center Science Behind Hitting & Pitching
Event Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - Springfield Cardinals Training Facility - 955 E Trafficway - Springfield, MO -
Admission: $30 - non-member $25 Member per person. This price includes a ticket to May 19, 2012 Springfield Cardinal's vs. Tulsa game at 6pm.
What do pitcher's wind-up, curveballs, fastballs, the batter's ability to determine when to hit the ball, and finding the sweet spot all have in common? SCIENCE - the real excitement behind the game of baseball!! Come learn how science makes baseball one of our favorite pastimes. Get a chance to meet a few of the Springfield Cardinals players and coaching staff.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
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
09
Jun
Fair Grove Autism Day!
Event Time: 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Historic Downtown Fair Grove - 15 minutes N. of Springfield on 65 Hwy
Admission: FREE
Daytime Fun: local cuisine, wine tasting, pony rides, bounce houses, boutique shopping, dunk tank, limo rides, hair cut specials, silent/live auction - Evening Venue: brats & bbq, beer garden, full bar, live music - All proceeds benefit educational and awareness activites and materials promoted by the Missouri Autism Report.
http://www.moautismreport.com
417-209-0103
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
38th Annual Coca-Cola Collectors Club Convention
Event Time: 7am-12am
Dates: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - Sunday, July 08, 2012
Location: University Plaza Hotel
Admission: Free
Join members of The Coca-Cola Collectors Club for their 38th annual convention. During this week members will participate in many fun filled activities, such as: the regular and silent auction, the trading center, seminars, room hopping, and on Saturday, July 7 the public is welcomed to shop at one of the clubs largest Coca-Cola Memorabila Show and Sales. It is open to the public from 10:00am - 2:00 pm. Here's your chance to purchase vintage Coca-Cola clocks, cardboards, porcelain signs or price guides about collecting - Coca-Cola memorabilia.
www.cocacolaclub.org
214-929-0555
Wednesday
04
Jul
Fireworks at the Field
Event Time: 3:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Admission: $7 per person (ages 5 and up); $8 day of the event
From 3 to 9 pm, patrons will be able to ice skate and play on inflatables from Amberg Entertainment in the Mediacom Ice Park, create art and crafts at The Creamery Arts Center, and enjoy the hands-on activities of the Discovery Center. The Springfield Cardinals will host the Midland Rockhounds at 5:08 pm at Hammons Field and then “Members Only” will be the featured headliner band after the game. The region’s largest fireworks show will begin at Hammons Field at 9:45 pm.
http://www.itsalldowntown.com
417 863-2143
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
13
Jul
Scroll Saw Association of the World (SAW) Expo
Event Time: Please see event page at the URL listed.
Dates: Friday, July 13, 2012 - Saturday, July 14, 2012
Location: Ramada Oasis Convention Center
Admission: $6/day or $10 for both days.
SAW. EXPO is the bi-annual meeting of the members of the Scrollsaw Association of the World, whereby SAW members can meet and join in discussions with the Board of Directors of SAW. This is an opportunity to learn more about the running of the Scrollsaw Association of the World and to participate in your association. But an EXPO is much more than meetings. Seminars and Demonstrations are given of some of the latest techniques in scrolling. Vendors from across the country join us and offer their goods to our membership. A huge Scrollsaw Contest is held with prizes that make the trip to EXPO a valuable experience. - - You will have the opportunity to meet with your fellow scrollers, and to speak to those members directly involved in the organization and running of your Association. It's more than a picnic and a little bit less than a convention. It's a good time for everyone who attends, and an event sorely missed by those who could not make the trip. - - In addition, this event allows many vendors who market their products to scrollers to showcase their wares and talk to an extremely targeted audience. Seminars are held where attendees have the opportunity to learn and expand their craft. The opportunity to participate in a Scrollsaw Contest, sponsored by SAW, Creative WoodWorks and Crafts magazine, and ScrollSaw Workshop magazine, allows attendees to display their work and participate in this prestigious judged show. -
http://www.saw-online.com/SAWPages/Events/SAWExpo.asp
(417) 256-4334
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
Wednesday
01
Aug
Bass Pro Shops Fall Hunting Classic
Event Time: Call for details
Dates: Wednesday, August 01, 2012 - Friday, August 31, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, 1935 S. Campbell Ave.
Admission: Free
This event is the largest nine-day hunting sale of the year. Celebrate with local hunting professionals, while also taking advantage of unbelievable savings.
www.basspro.com
417-887-7334
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
Friday
14
Sep
Civil War Lantern Tours
Event Time: Friday and Saturday evenings at 7pm
Dates: Friday, September 14, 2012 - Saturday, November 17, 2012
Location: Smallin Civil War Cave - 3575 N. Smallin Rd. - Ozark, MO 65721
Admission: Call for reservations.
Join us around the campfire for an evening of southern food, storytelling and a lantern light trip through the mysterious Smallin Civil War Cave.
417-551-4545
Saturday
15
Sep
Civil War Lantern Tours
Event Time: Friday and Saturday evenings at 7pm
Dates: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - Friday, November 16, 2012
Location: Smallin Civil War Cave - 3575 N. Smallin Rd. - Ozark, MO 65721
Admission: Call for reservations.
Join us around the campfire for an evening of southern food, storytelling and a lantern light trip through the mysterious Smallin Civil War Cave.
417-551-4545