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Hello families! Time to party – it’s summertime! This Kids Directory features our summer Birthday Party Guide. While you can use this guide to plan the perfect birthday party for your child, you can also use the same resources for any of your summer celebrations. Go to our website to find a list of city pools – locations, hours & pricing. You’ll also find an updated list of Vacation Bible Schools. Like us on Facebook to be in our online contests to win tickets, gift cards and other goodies from our family of advertisers. Happy summer! – Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers
FEATURES Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Summer Birthday Party Guide . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Community Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Amusements & Entertainment Bill’s Paintball & Laser Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Dickerson Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Grand Country/Splash Country . . . . . . . . . . .23 Grand Country/Amazing Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Hollywood Theaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Jumpin’ Joey’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Ridemakerz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Ride the Ducks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company . . . . . . .11 Titanic - Branson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Business Opportunities Keli Messerly - Miche Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Childcare ChildCare Aware of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 University Child Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Churches & Not-for-profit Organizations First Evangelical Free Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 High Street Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . .34 Discount Card Reward 4 Orgs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Education Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Developmental Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . .29 The Goddard School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Grow 2 Know Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Little Spanish Playschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Parents Cooperative Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Second Baptist Child Development Center . .31 St. Agnes School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 St. Joseph Catholic Academy . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Furniture & Decorating Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Christie’s Custom Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . .36 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Health & Wellness Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Ride the Ducks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Ozark Therapy Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Vision Enhancement Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Instructional Programs & Lessons A & B Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 All-Star Gymnastics and Cheer . . . . . . . . . .27 The Baby Signs Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 B-Sew Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Kindermusik by Ellen Hartman . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . .31 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Noah’s Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Rick Grayson Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics . . . . . . . .19 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics and Cheer . . . . . . . . . .27 Funky Fancy Face Painters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Grand Country/Splash Country . . . . . . . . . . .23 Grand Country/Amazing Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Hollywood Theaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Jumpin’ Joey’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Kindermusik by Ellen Hartman . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . .31 Noah’s Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Ride the Ducks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company . . . . . . .11 Village Pottery Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Photography Gretchen Miekley Photography . . . . . . . . . . .34 Professional Services Right On Renovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Sweet Repeats Resale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Restaurants Cherry Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Chick-Fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Village Pottery Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Toy & Hobby Stores HobbyTown USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Summer Camps & Programs OTC Kids College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Kathy Fridge, Publisher phone: 417.234.5040 • Fax: 417.725.7536 e-mail: kathy@springfieldkids.com mail: P.O. Box 1198 • Nixa, MO 65714 web: www.springfieldkids.com facebook: Greater Springfield Kids Directory twitter: spfldkidsdirectory Kathy Trumbly, web graphic design Susan Cage, client service Kelly, Marilyn, Robin, Marshall, Abby and Christie do our distribution to more than 600 locations! For advertising info, call Kathy at 417.234.5040 or email kathy@springfieldkids.com.
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The original, most comprehensive Kids Eat Free listings in the Ozarks!
Kids Eat Free*
*or almost free! Check out the deals these local eateries offer families each week! No need to search for coupons! Just keep your Kids Directory handy and the kids can dine out free (or close to it) somewhere almost every night. Be sure to call each restaurant before you go to make sure their deal hasn’t changed. Happy Eating!
EVERYDAY
417 Pizza - 4560 S. Campbell - 887-4417 - Kids 10 and under eat free all day. One free kids meal with the purchase of 14” or larger specialty pizza. For kids 10 years old and younger. Ali’s Family Restaurant - 4525 W. Chestnut Expressway - 864-7378. After 4 p.m., kids 12 and under get a free kid meal with purchase of an adult meal priced $6.99 or more. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit -111 N. Massey Blvd., 724-1100. One child eats free with the purchase of an adult meal, ages 12 and younger. Nixa location only. George’s Steakhouse - 831-6777 - Get one free kids meal from the children’s menu (kids 12 and under) with each adult entree purchased at $7.45 or above. Quizno’s - 2043 E. Independence - 877-0606. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive a Kidz Meal free with the purchase of an adult combo. Limit 1 free kids Meal per adult combo purchased. Child must be present to receive a free kids Meal. For kids 11 years and younger. Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company - 887-3030 - 2850 S. Campbell - Kids 3 & under eat free daily.
SUNDAYS
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 2725 N. Kansas Expwy. - 865-2999 and 900 E. Battlefield Rd. 881-9464. All kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are 99¢ with purchase of an adult entree. Dine in only. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - 1360 E. Republic Rd. - 887-2227. Springfield location only. One child eats free with the purchase of an adult meal, ages 12 and younger. Fire & Ice inside the Ramada Oasis - 2546 N. Glenstone - 522-7711. Kids 10 and under get a free kids meal with each adult meal purchased. Restaurant open 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Houlihan’s - 2110 E. Republic Rd. - 883-3434 and 2421 N. Glenstone - 862-7777. Free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree. Not to be combined with any other offers or coupons. McAlister’s Deli - 210 W. Sunshine - 831-4450, 1460 E. Primrose - 890-5250, 2445A Kansas Expressway at Kearney - 866-2331, 1711 W. Battlefield - 888-0899 and 586 E. Harrison in Republic - 732-4747. It’s Family Day, all day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Kids 12 and under eat free. Must purchase adult meal to get free kids meal. Limit 2 free kids meals per adult entrée. Dine in only. Springfield Pasta Company - National at James River Frwy. - 883-5678 - Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under. Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 - Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under, 4-9 p.m. Planet Sub - 862-4782 - 3050 S. National, 886-4784 - Get a free kids meal with each adult meal purchased. Also on Saturdays. Qdoba Mexican Grill - 2631 E. Sunshine - 877-9777, 4127 S. Kansas Expy - 823-7835, 900 E. Battlefield Rd - 887-7329. Get two $1.50 kids meals for each adult meal purchased. Kids meal include an entrée, chips and drink. Ocean Zen Pacific Rim - 600 E. Battlefield - 889-9596. For kids 12 years and younger, get 1 free selected kids menu item with the purchase of an adult entree from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Quincy Magoo’s - 900 E. Battlefield - Springfield - 888-2066. For children ages 12 and younger: two kids eat free with purchase of one adult entree valued at $7.99 or higher. Child drinks are only 99¢ (ice tea or soda only, doesn’t include smoothies). Offer not with any other discount. A place to learn, a place to grow! valid Schlotsky’s Deli - 4132 S. Campbell Ave. Only this location. 889-2445. From 4 p.m. to close, Sundays, A half-day preschool get one free kids meal with each adult meal for children ages purchased. Dine in only. 2 1/2 to 5 years. Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell 887-6600 - Purchase an adult paradise combo (smoothie & entree) and get a free kid’s “Big Kahuna” meal for your child. Waxy O'Shea's - 235 Branson Landing in Branson 417-348-1759 - Free Kids meal (for kids 12 and under) with purchase of adult entrée. Mention Kids Directory 1120 E. Plainview Rd. • Springfield • www.parentscoop.org listing to your server to receive this discount.
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Is Spelling and Reading a Struggle? Many children don’t have the necessary visual skills to learn to read effectively. This can lead to short attention span, comprehension problems and poor spelling. • 1 out of 4 school-age kids Schedule a struggle with learning because developmental visual evaluation of poor visual skills. with us. Call • Only 5% of vision problems today to learn are caught by standard more! screenings. • Seeing “20/20” is just one Carol Scott, of 20 visual sklils necessary to OD, FCOVD function successfully in a David M. learning environment. Pierce, OD
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Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy At Ozark Therapy Institute, we’re professionals AND parents. I’m Dan McCool. I own OTI and I’m a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist. I’m also a dad. I know that choosing a specialist to work with your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Because of this, these are just a few of the things you can expect from OTI:
• Results achieved in 6-8 weeks • Parent training at every patient session • Customized home activities • Intense therapy for children who are non-verbal or apraxic • Specialized approach to speech and language delays
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Dan Mc Cool If you want your child to make significant progress in communication during the summer, call today for an appointment.
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Kids Eat Free* MONDAYS
*or almost free!
Amigos Mexican Restaurant - 2118 S. Campbell in Springfield - 887-1401. All day, get 2 free children’s menu item (for ages 10 and under) with the purchase of an adult entrée. Bandana’s Bar-B-Que & Grill - 900 W. Battlefield - 887-5555. For kids ages 10 and younger, get a free kids meal from limited children’s menu with adult meal purchase. Does not include drink. Hours 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Belgian Waffle & Pancake House - Hwy. 65 and CC in Ozark - 582-2600 - Monday evening, 5-9 p.m., get a free kids meal for kids 10 and younger with the purchase of an adult entrée. Buckingham's BBQ Restaurant - 606 W. Mount Vernon in Nixa - 724-2344. One free kids’ meal with purchase of an adult meal and drink, 5 p.m. to close. Bud & Walt's Pizza & Pasta House - 701 McCroskey St., Nixa - 724-0070. After 5 p.m., kids 12 and younger eat for $1.99 with purchase of an adult menu item. Kids drink included! Offer good Mon, Tues & Wed evenings. Minsky's Pizza - 900 E. Battlefield - 887-4000 - When an adult purchases any size pizza from 5 p.m. to close, up to 3 kids will receive 1 mini-pizza of their choice with the purchase of a drink. Ages 12 and under. Dine in only. Not good with other offers. Old Chicago Pizza - 2040 E. Independence - 887-0100. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit two children under 12 years of age per adult. Mondays 5 p.m. to close. San Francisco Oven - 1845 E Sunshine - 882-1055. 2 free kids meals with purchase of 1 adult entree, children must be present. Kids meal does not include side salad. Kids 12 & under. Dine in only. Same offer on SATURDAYS. Rib Crib - 750 N. 18th St. - Ozark - 581-5566 - Purchase one adult entree and get a free kids menu meal from 5-8 p.m. Dine in only. For kids 12 & under.
TUESDAYS
Applebee’s - 1855 East Primrose Ave. - 883-4700 and 2430 N Glenstone Ave., Springfield - 863-2200; 412 N. Old Wilderness Rd., Nixa - 724-2100 and 1836 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson – (417) 336-5053. 5 p.m. to close, purchase 1 adult entree, get up to 2 kids meals free from the children’s menu. For children 12 and younger. Drink is included with meal. Dine in only. Bair’s All-American Sports Grill - Republic - 1644 US Hwy 60 East - 732-5077 and 3821-B S. Campbell, Springfield - 368-5919. From 4 p.m. until close, kids 14 years and younger can get a meal and drink off the kids menu for just $1 with the purchase of an adult meal. Coyote's Adobe Cafe - 1742 S. Glenstone - 889-7120 and 807 N. Main in Nixa - 725-6803 – Get one free kids meal for each adult entree purchased, 5 p.m. to close. For kids 12 and under. Nixa only – magician 6-8 p.m. Dairy Queen - 4150 S. Campbell Ave. - Springfield - 886-2253. Kids meals are $1.49 from 4-10 p.m. for children 12 years and younger. Free treats, too! Junction Café - 8376 W. FR 68 (Corner of 160 & 123) in Willard - 742-2222 - From 4-9 p.m. purchase any adult meal and get up to 2 free kid’s meal. Kids 10 and under. Children must be present.2 McAlister’s Deli - 210 W. Sunshine - 831-4450, 1460 E. Primrose - 890-5250, 2445A Kansas Expressway at Kearney - 866-2331, 1711 W. Battlefield - 888-0899 & 586 E. Harrison in Republic - 732-4747. Kids 12 and under eat free 5-9 p.m. Must buy adult meal to get free kids meal. Limit 2 free kids meals per entrée. Dine in only. McDonald’s - Tuesday nights – 3-8 p.m. are Family Nights! Kids get Happy Meals for only $1.99. Check your favorite location for participation. Old Chicago Pizza - 2040 E. Independence - 887-0100. Kids eat for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit two children under 12 years of age per adult. Mondays 5 p.m. to close. Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 - Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under. Pizza Hut - In Springfield – West Sunshine and Glenstone locations. Kids 3 and under get a free buffet with the purchase of an adult buffet. Prima’s Mexican Grill - 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #a100 - 823-7180 and 1769 James River Rd. in Ozark - 5822776. Get one kids meal from kid’s menu free ($4.25 or less) for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under. Shoney's - 2946 S. National - 887-1389, 3731 N. Glenstone - 831-6053, Springfield and Hwy. 14 at 65, Ozark 581-6545. Kids 4 and under get one free kid's meal off the menu with one adult meal purchase. Does not include drink. Limit: maximum of 2 free kids meals per family. The Wing Shack - 307 S. National Ave. - 831-WING (9464) - Tuesday evenings, kids 12 and under get 1 free kids meal and drink with each adult meal purchased.
WEDNESDAYS
Billy Sim’s Barbecue - 3757 S. Glenstone Ave. - 883-7467. From 5-9 p.m., get one free child’s meal with each adult meal purchased. Dine in only. Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464. 5-8 p.m., all kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are just 99¢ with purchase of adult entree. Dine in only. Patrick’s Family Restaurant - 461 Aldersgate Dr., Nixa - 724-1016. After 4 p.m., kids 10 and younger get a free kids meal with purchase of an adult entree. Pickerman's Soup & Sandwich - 3234 S. National Ave. - 886-2360 - Kids 10 and under get a kids meal for only $1.99 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with the purchase of an adult entrée. Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262 - 1 free child’s buffet for kids 10 and under, 5-8 p.m. with purchase of adult buffet. Whole Hog Cafe - 224 W. Sunshine St. - 868-0042. From 5-8 p.m., kids 12 and younger get a free kids plate with purchase of an adult entree.
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Lemonade, drinks, cups and utensils provided and WE do all the clean up!
You’re invited to a painting party! WHERE: Village Pottery Cafe LOCATION: 210 N.Walnut, Republic
NO STUDIO FEE EVER!
CONTACT: 732-7272 or
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RSVP: call 732-7272 or email villagepotterycafe@att.net for our birthday flier!
210 N.Walnut in Republic
Just a few minutes down James River Hwy.
the waite law firm, llc carlia s. waite, j.d., m.s.w. john l. waite iii, j.d., m.b.a. 1041 e. walnut street, springfield
families are our focus www.thewaitelawfirm.com cwaite@thewaitelawfirm.com jwaite@thewaitelawfirm.com 417.763.3198 fax: 888.300.3891 the choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.
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Interpretation for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community will be provided by skilled leaders in sign language.
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Kids Eat Free* *or almost free! THURSDAYS
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 2725 N. Kansas Expressway, 865-2999. 4-8 p.m., all kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are just 99¢ with purchase of adult entree. Dine in only. Captain D’s - 2964 S. National - 881-6098 - Thursday evenings, get up to 2 kids meals free with the purchase of adult entrée. For kids 12 years and younger. Dine in only. Chick-fil-A - At the free-standing restaurant on South Glenstone in Springfield - No free meals, but it’s Family Fun Night! Crafts and free Ice Dream sundaes for the kids from 5-8 p.m.
FRIDAYS
Lillee’s Restaurant & Catering - 169 Calabash Dr. - Spokane - 417-443-0005. One free kids meal with the purchase of any regular-sized, adult meal from Noon to 9 p.m. For ages 12 and younger, dine-in only.
SATURDAYS
Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., kids 3 years & under eat free buffet with adult purchase & kids 4-10 years eat buffet for $1.99 with adult purchase. Planet Sub - 862-4782 - 3050 S. National Ave., Springfield, 886-4784 - Kids 10 years and under get a free kids meal with each adult meal purchased. Qdoba Mexican Grill - 2631 E. Sunshine - 877-9777, Parent 4127 S. Kansas Expy - 823-7835, 900 E. Battlefield Rd & Baby 887-7329. Get two $1.50 kids meals for each adult meal Workshops purchased. Kids meal include an entrée, chips and drink. Rosie Jo's Cafe – Ozark - 915 W. Jackson in the Riverview Potty Plaza -581-6047. Get one free kids meal with the purchase Training of each adult dinner entrée from 4-8 p.m. Only for Program children ages 10 years and younger. Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell Ave.887-6600 - Purchase an adult paradise combo (smoothie The Baby Signs® Program helps children develop language and & entree) and get a free kid’s “Surfer Combo” meal for cognitive skills. Studies show that babies who sign develop speech your child. sooner and have larger vocabularies when they start talking. Village Inn - All locations - Get 1 kids meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased, 4-10 p.m. R. Christi Eads, MS, CCC, SLP • 417.300.2752
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My mom’s store is 1 year old! Quality Resale Women Children Men Maternity Baby Gear Sunglasses Tutus Hair Accessories Toys
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Summer Birthday Party Guide Is your child about to celebrate a birthday? Look no further, we’ve got all the ideas and contact info you could ever use to create a fabulous party for your child. So get started with your party planning and remember to tell our party people that you found them in Kids Directory!
Call Ellen today for a memorable, musical party your birthday child will never forget! For more info, visit her website at www.ellen.yourvirtuoso.com. See ad on page 15.
NOAH’S ART CENTER – 417-889-2779
2742 S. Campbell Ave. in Springfield. Celebrate your child's next birthday with a V.I.P. party at Noah's Art children's art center! Noah's Art hosts full service, private, theme-based, hand prepared, age-appropriate parties! Noah's Art will provide a private party space, instructors, guided art activities, face painting, a giant birthday banner, treat bags, decorative balloons, paper products (cups, plates, etc.), and set-up/clean-up. All attending children will create 3-4 crafts based on the birthday child's favorite theme! Perfect for children turning 3-10. Visit www.noahs-art.com for more details. See ad on page 27.
Fun with Food CHERRYBERRY SELF-SERVE YOGURT BAR – 417-885-0150
4127 S. Kansas Expressway, Springfield. (NW Corner of Kansas & Republic next to Price Cutter). Need a fun, family-friendly atmosphere for a birthday party? CherryBerry has the answer. Reserve their party room at no cost and pick from two birthday party packages. Party room can accommodate up to 25 guests. You are welcome to bring in your own games, decorations and cake and CherryBerry will supply the delicious yogurt to make your party a memorable one. Call today to reserve the party room and get more info on party packages. Check them out on Facebook at CherryBerry Springfield MO for more info and specials. See ad page 14.
TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTION – 800-381-7670
3235 West 76 Country Blvd., Branson. Titanic Museum Attraction honors each special birthday! Celebrate your children's birthday onboard and all crew members will celebrate your child's day throughout your voyage. Every little girl wants to become a Titanic princess – honor her with her own Titanic Tiara, a princess sash, along with a Crew Button for just $32. Every young boy wants to be a Captain of the Titanic – each young lad will receive a Captain's Hat, a very special Titanic lapel pin and his very own Crew Button for only $32. Surprise them and call (417) 334-9500 today to make your reservations. See ad on page 21.
CHICK-FIL-A on South Glenstone Avenue – 417-890-5800
3700 S. Glenstone Ave. in Springfield. Come celebrate another year full of chicken and have your birthday party at Chick-fil-A! Call the store today for details and ask how you can get a special visit from the Chick-fil-A Cow! See ad on page 7.
Educational Fun & Creativity
VILLAGE POTTERY CAFE – 417-732-7272
DISCOVERY CENTER – 417-862-9910
210 N. Walnut in Republic. Your child will be treated like a king or queen at their paint your own pottery party! A large selection of items to choose from and Village Pottery Cafe has plenty of room for large parties. They also offer group rates for other occasions. Never a studio or paint fee. Give your guests more fun activities to do by adding sand candle-making to any pottery painting package. They provide tablecloths, napkins and tableware. You are welcome to bring your own cake, presents and family! The cafe also has coffees, tea and sweets for the grownups while they enjoy the festivities. Want to keep the party at home? Pick up one of their "Pottery on the go" bucket rentals! Visit www.villagepotterycafe.com for more info. See ad on page 11.
438 E St. Louis St., downtown Springfield. Discovery Center now has two birthday party rooms for twice the fun! Have your party at Discovery Center and your party participants get to experience more than 300 hands on exhibits! No matter what age birthday you are celebrating everyone will have a blast. Discovery Center staff will welcome your group, check everyone into the museum and cleanup. If you have a Discovery Center membership, you will receive 10% off your total party price. Call Discovery Center for more details at 862-9910, Ext. 706 and reserve your party date or check the website at www.discoverycenter.org.
KINDERMUSIK BY ELLEN 417-883-6558 or 417-343-8813
Party with the Animals!
Ellen comes to your location to lead musical activities with creative movement. She provides instruments, scarves, music, and other props, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the musical activities. Each party features 30-40 minutes of entertainment. In the Springfield area, a party with up to 10 children costs only $70. For an additional cost, party favor bags, with instruments, or props are available with two weeks notice. Schedule your party at least two weeks prior to your chosen date. Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”
DICKERSON PARK ZOO – 417-833-1570
3043 North Fort in Springfield. Do you have a WILD child? Celebrate your child’s special day at Dickerson Park Zoo with a birthday-in-a-bag (available April through September). Includes admission, train tickets and petting zoo feed for 10 children and two adults. $85 for the general public; $75 for current
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Scuba parties include an introductory diving class (with a certified dive instructor) for children 10 and older. Swim Parties - $250. Fun for up to 12 guests, 90 minutes pool time, 30 minutes in party room, includes lifeguard and deck manager. Add up to eight additional guests for $50 (includes one extra lifeguard). Scuba Parties - $300. Fun for up to 12 guests, 90 minutes pool time, 30 minutes in party room, includes lifeguard, deck manager and scuba instructor, as well as all scuba equipment. Pool is available Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons for your next party! To schedule, call Kristen Brossette or email kbrossette@diventures.net for more info. See ad on page 15.
FOZ members. For more info, visit them online at www.dickersonparkzoo.org. See ad on page 35.
LIBBY FERGUSON TRAINING CENTER – 417-888-0845
3580 E. Applehill Lane, located behind Cooper Estates in Springfield. Stirrup some fun with a party at Libby Ferguson’s wonderful equestrian facility complete with indoor arena. Experience this unique party concept with real four-footed party animals! Call Libby for more details and to reserve your party date. www.libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com. See ad page 31.
SAC RIVER STABLES – 417-742-4200
5798 North Farm Road 125 in Springfield. To horse around on your next birthday, trot on over to the Sac River Stables, LLC. Parties include a climatecontrolled party room along with horses, tack, helmets & other equipment needed for riding in an indoor riding arena. All parties are supervised by CHA-certified instructors at our CHA-accredited facility, using well-trained horses. Contact them today by email: info@sacriverstables.com, by fax at (417) 742-4200 or online at www.sacriverstables.com. See ad page 25.
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Party Destinations AMAZING PET SHOW – 1-888-514-1088
Animal lovers, come and celebrate your birthday in a Grand way with the Amazing Pet Show at Grand Country. Children will love watching tricks performed by a variety of animals. If the birthday child would like, they will be pulled up on stage to participate in a special act during this live show performance. After the show, children will get a private meet and greet with a cast memeber. All our party packages are customizable to make your birthday extra special. Each package will include admission, decorations, invitations, thank you cards, drinks, a chocolate chip dessert pizza, a free gift for the birthday child and a host to take care of your every need. For more information call or visit online: http://parties.grandcountry.com/amazingpets/. See ad page 23.
BILL’S EXTREME PAINTBALL & LASER TAG – 417-466-8989
20107 Lawrence 1247 in Marionville. Play paintball or laser tag on Bill's Extreme Paintball and Laser Tag's 2-acre wooded course! It’s full of bunkers, pallets, sniper towers and more. After you have had your fun, use their pavilion for 45 minutes afterwords to celebrate a birthday at no extra charge. If you have your birthday party at Bill's, you will hear both kids and adults say “Best party ever!” For videos, pictures and info, find them online at billspaintballandlasertag.com. See ad on page 24.
SPRINGFIELD’S INCREDIBLE PIZZA COMPANY 417-887-3030
2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. Parents, sit back and relax while Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company treats your child to an Incredible Birthday with the best food and fun in town! At Incredible Pizza, the party hosts do all the work and bring the fun so you can enjoy your child's special day. Enjoy our delicious unlimited buffet, which serves much more than pizza. The party host keeps up the fun by entertaining the children alongside our ’57 Chevy. Once you're done enjoying the party host’s games, you can unwind by letting the kids go wild in our huge game room. Just remember, at IPC nothing tops our pizza but the fun. Check out http://www.incrediblepizza.com/Locations-to-BookYour-Birthday-Party.html or call 417.887.3030 to book today and save $25! See ad on page 11.
JUMPIN' JOEY'S – 417-889-5639
2550 S. Campbell Ave. in Springfield. JUMP into Jumpin' Joey's! They offer the newest and cleanest bounce houses, obstacle courses and pirate ship in Springfield! Birthday parties are their specialty in their large party rooms. Kids love to JUMP! JUMP! JUMP! Themed packages: Pirate, Princess, Sports, Puppies, or Classic. Each party has a visit from our kangaroo mascot JOEY! If you wish to make your child's party memorable, book with Jumpin’ Joey’s in their Australian-themed OUTBACK Warehouse. Parties include: invitations, all paper products, clean up, two full hours in party territory, pizza, cupcakes, & balloons! See ad page 17.
DIVENTURES SCUBA AND SWIM CENTER – 417-883-5151
5225 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. Host your next celebration underwater! Bring the party to DiVentures, where parents can relax while kids splash and play in the heated, indoor pool! Offering swim and scuba parties year-round. Swim parties include open swim (with lifeguards) for children 6 and older. Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”
Celebrate your “movie-star’s” birthday … Hollywood style! Experience the VIP treatment when you book your birthday for 10 or more people at the conveniently located Hollywood Theaters, on the corner of Campbell and College in downtown Springfield. With plenty of free parking directly across the street from the theater, Hollywood Theaters has party spaces from 10 to 290+! Hollywood supplies the space, movie, popcorn, soda and movie theater treats … you supply the cake and bring the guests! Parties are booked on a per head basis. Hollywood requests that all parties are booked at least 10 days in advance of the party date. All requests can be made directly at the theater, by emailing CollegeStation14@gohollywood.com, or by calling. Celebrate in style with Hollywood Theaters! See ad on page 38.
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birthday party package to make your little one’s birthday unforgettable. Every party package includes admission, decorations, invitations, thank you cards, drinks, a chocolate chip dessert pizza, a free gift for the birthday child and a host to take care of your every need. For more info, call or visit online: http://parties.grandcountry.com/splashcountry/. See ad on page 23.
JUMP MANIA – 417-881-5867
2745 S. Kansas Expressway in Springfield. Jump Mania is a Best of 417 Magazine's "Best place to have a kid's birthday party!” Birthday Parties made easy! Jump Mania is THE place for kids to have a great time and Mom and Dad to enjoy a party with no effort. It's a BLAST! They provide everything you need for a memorable party. Jump Maniac Party Package provides invitations, balloons, T-shirt, pizza, cake, ice cream, party room, paper goods, and a party host to take care of everything. Other packages also available. Spaces are limited, so call soon! More info, visit www.jumpmaniaspringfield.com. See ad page 20.
Party Resources CHRISTIE’S CUSTOM CREATIONS 417-496-7972
Let Christie Custom Creations help you with your next event! Christie can create a custom wreath for any style of birthday party. Welcome people to your house with a special wreath for the birthday boy or girl! Each 18" wreath is made to order with your child's name and age. Do you have a specific theme? Christie can match it! A great way to make your birthday kiddo feel extra special! Call today to order your personalized wreath. Please allow two weeks before event to place an order. Find her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChristiesCustomCreations. See ad on page 33.
KIDS @ PLAY RECREATION – 417-725-7517
Located at the corner of CC Highway and Main Street in Nixa, Kids@Play Recreation has just started offering birthday parties. Come and enjoy the Springfree trampoline, Goalsetter basketball goal and our all-redwood wooden play set. Birthday parties are available for bookings 7 days a week and are always completely private, no shared play area to worry about. They provide a large pizza, drinks, paper goods and invitations. Parties can accommodate up to 10 children ages 2-12. Weather permitting there is also a play area outside that would be accessible for the party goers. Prices are $60 for a 2-hour party plus $6 per child. Call Kids@Play Recreation for more details and to reserve your party date. See their website at www.417kids.com. See ad on page 26.
FUNKY FANCY FACE PAINTERS 417-598-3293
Let Funky Fancy Face Painters change the FACE of your birthday party! They can provide face painting and/or glitter tattoos for the special birthday boy or girl using only safe-for-skin products that are FDA compliant and can be removed with soap and water. Their photo gallery can be found on Funky Fancy Face Painters Facebook page. Call today for more details and to book your party! Make your event special by adding a face painter!! See ad page 25.
PIGTAILS & CREWCUTS – 417-887-1301
4127 S. Kansas Expressway, Suite 120 on the corner of S. Kansas Expwy & Republic Rd, Next to Qdoba. Party with Pigtails & Crewcuts! Offering theme parties for boys and girls. Do you have a princess in training or a little diva who is ready to walk the red carpet? How about the little cowgirl or cowboy that is ready for the wild, wild west? If you have a little scallywag in the house, then a pirate treasure hunt is in store. Or get a little island fever and learn to hula! Visit www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com or call for details. See ad on page 3.
MARTY THE MAGICIAN – 417-581-1664
Birthday parties are a specialty with Marty Hahne, "Marty the Magician!" He offers two packages to help make your child's birthday an unforgettable experience. His 35-minute birthday show features funny, colorful magic, tons of audience participation and a live bunny rabbit! The deluxe package includes the show, plus a magic class, giveaways and a magic set! Call today for more details and to reserve your party date. For info, visit www.martythemagician.com. See ad page 25.
RIDE THE DUCKS – 877-887-8225 or 417-266-7600
2320 W. Hwy. 76, Branson – info@bransonducks.com. Celebrate … Duck Style! Join Ride The Ducks for a Quack-tastic Birthday Celebration. Ride through the Ozarks, Splashdown into the Lake, Quack along with the Captain and music and Drive the Duck (if you want) all aboard a US Coast Guard Certified amphibious vehicle. Start or finish your celebration in the party room. Sure to be the most unique party ever! Packages available for 15 or more. Visit them online at www.bransonducks.com. Contact Sarah at 800-335-2279 to book your birthday party! See ad on page 27.
Sports & Fitness Fun A&B DANCE CENTER – 417-881-0071
1913 S. Glenstone, Springfield located in the Plaza Towers Center. Birthday parties are a blast at A&B Dance Center! There are party packages for all ages from 3 years and up. They offer Saturday party packages starting at $50 and up for up to 12 children. Themed dance parties offered or create your own! Activities can include guided dance skits, face painting and games. Decorations and paper products can be provided by request for additional fee. All you need to provide is cake/food. Visit their website at www.abdancecenter.net or call for more information. See ad on page 25.
SPLASH COUNTRY INDOORS 1-888-514-1088
Come celebrate your birthday in a Splashtacular way at Grand Country’s Splash Country Indoors! Children can swim or play a game of water basketball in our basketball pool, float down the lazy river, play on the three-story, interactive tree house, slide down winding water slides, or splash away in the toddler play area – no matter what the weather is like outside. Splash Country Indoors now offers a brand new customizable Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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HARMAN’S ATA MARTIAL ARTS 417-889-9312
4240 S. Fremont, barely south of Republic Road. Visit their BIGGER and INCREDIBLY AWESOME training center. Hear your kids exclaim "that was the best party I've ever had!" Super fun themes and activities that reinforce the disciplined and respectful behavior you want at home. Your kids will have a blast. Pick your party theme and get more information at www.SuperCoolBirthdays.com. Discount available when booking 4 weeks in advance. See ad on page 25. Not to be combined with any other offer. Reservations required. Expires 7/1/12
ALL-STAR GYMNASTICS & CHEER 417-725-1304
On Tracker Road in Nixa between 160 and Main Street. Enjoy your best birthday party ever in your own private 6000-square foot gym with your own private gymnastics coach! All-Star hosts parties on Saturdays for ages 2-12 years featuring an inflatable, a 50-foot long trampoline, games, contests, an obstacle course and more. Cheerleadingthemed parties available upon request. They provide the paper products and invitations. All you have to provide is the cake/food. Prices are $135 for non-members, $125 for members. $40 deposit required to reserve your party time. Call All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer for more details and to reserve your party date. See ad on page 27.
DYNAMICS GYMNASTICS – 417-890-0946
2100 E. Pythian in Springfield. Your kids will flip for a party at Dynamics Gymnastics! They will provide a number of fun and safe, structured activities. You can expect age appropriate gymnastics instruction, games, obstacle course, parachute, foam pit and more. Parties start at just $100 for up to 10 children. This includes one hour of gymnastics and games with a qualified instructor and 30-minutes for cake and presents, all paper products provided. Visit them online at www.dynamics-gymnastics.com for more details. See ad page 20.
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MARTIAL ARTS USA – 417-886-3331
2121 W. Republic Rd., Springfield. Featuring Karate parties with a curriculum just like their classes. Every minute is filled with safe, fun and meaningful activities. Instructors are educators and convey a message of positive enforcement in every skill and drill that the children do. Instructors keep everyone entertained while teaching cool martial arts skills. Kids play games to build confidence, teamwork and focus. Your child and their friends will break boards, eat cake, punch and kick while having a fantastic time. Fun games and events such as dodge ball, karate baseball, gladiators, freeze tag, relay races and more. The birthday child gets to choose the games and events. Your child will smile with confidence as he or she celebrates the martial arts way! Visit www.springfieldkarateparty.com for details. See ad page 37.
OZARKS REGIONAL YMCA WWW.ORYMCA.ORG
Make your kids next "Big Day” a real event with a YMCA Party! The YMCA offers parties with lots of fun activities to choose from. Your kids and their friends will have a fun-packed birthday event to remember. For more information or to reserve your party contact these locations: For Ward/Downtown YMCA, Nicole Brown, 417-862-7456 ext.166, nbrown@yourdowntownymca.org. For Pat Jones YMCA, Michele Lucas, 881-1599, ext. 122, mlucas@jonesymca.org. See ad on page 4.
SPRINGFIELD GYMNASTICS & AQUATICS CENTER – 417-864-6869
529 S. Cavalier in Springfield – Springfield Gymnastics and Aquatics Center offers positively perfect parties – Gym, Pool, or Primo combination packages! A personal party coordinator is provided for your action-filled and exciting party enabling parents to sit back, relax, and enjoy the event while the birthday child and friends have their fun. Call for more info or visit them online at www.springfieldgymnastics-aquatics.com. See ad on page 19.
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Community Calendar
Contact Denise Eubank at 631-1075 or info@nixaparentsnightout.com, register at www.nixaparentsnightout.com. Beginning June 11 McDonald’s and the Palace Theatre host their FREE Summer Movie Series. Each week, Monday through Wednesday, the Palace will show a familyfriendly movie and you can get free admission with a McDonald’s receipt. For a complete list of dates and movies, see McDonald’s ad on page 32. The Palace is at 2220 W. Chesterfield Blvd., Springfield. 16, 23 & 30 - Saturdays Springfield Coach Pitch League hosts summer fun, every Saturday starting June 16-July 28, ages 6-8. Cost is $60/player, includes a major league hat and shirt. At Glendale Christian Church, 2110 Farm Rd. 185, Springfield. Contact Rob Rodgers at 4591748 or info@sgfcoachpitch.com.
Submit your events by going to the calendar on our website. Remember, our web calendar has way more info than we can print here – www.springfieldkids.com.
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2 & 30 – Saturdays Children’s Music Academy is hosting two FREE information classes at their studio in south Springfield. CMA kids learn piano and keyboard playing, singing, harmony, rhythm, and more in a fun, positive environment. Call 425-4618 to learn more and to register. See ad page 39. Beginning June 4 Hollywood Theaters/College Station 14 will host its FREE Family Monday Movies all summer long! Beginning June 4, each Monday through August 13, Hollywood will show a family-friendly movie for free at 10 a.m. Located on the corner of West College and Campbell Ave. in Springfield. See Hollywood’s ad on page 38 for complete list of dates and movies. 4 Monday The Southwest Autism Network: Parent Support Group is meeting at 1 p.m. at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 922 West Republic Rd, Springfield. Join parents with autistic children of all ages for discussion, guest speakers and activities. Contact Debra Barker at 988-5019 or email at debra_barker2003@yahoo.com. For more info, go to www.facebook.com/SWMOAutism. 4 Monday – 7 Thursday Aqua Rangers is a class that includes four different sessions and teaches kids swimming, water safety and snorkeling skills. Perfect for kids looking for water activities beyond swim lessons. The class is at DiVentures Scuba and Swim Center, 5225 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 2-4 p.m. Contact Kathy Glaser at 883-5151or email kathyglaser@diventures.net. For more info, go to www.diventures.net. See ad page 15. 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Tuesdays Hy-Vee Fit Kids' Club meets every Tuesday in the store located at 1720 West Battlefield Road in Springfield. Come eat at Hy-Vee for only $1.99 per kid under the age of 12, 5-8 p.m. Free kids’ crafts in the dining area.Come and enjoy a funfilled evening. Contact Kristen White at 881-1950 or email 1641dietitian1@hy-vee.com. For info, go to www.hy-vee.com/stores/calendar. 6,13,20 & 27 – Wednesdays Pack your lunch and enjoy free-mini concerts Wednesdays in downtown Founder’s Park, 330 E. Water Street, 12:15-12:45 p.m. Each Wednesday, a different musical group will be entertaining. Info, call 862-7275 or go to www.itsalldowntown.com. 9 Saturday From 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m., Grace Hill Community Church offers a free parents night out for kids ages 4 mos. to 12 yrs. Parents do need to register their kids, but the event is free. Church is located at 380 E. State Highway CC, Nixa. Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”
17 Sunday – Happy Father’s Day! 17 Sunday Dickerson Park Zoo invites all dads to come to the zoo for FREE today! Zoo is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. Zoo is located at 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad page 35. 18 Monday Children retain more with consecutive lessons, making daily swim lessons perfect for summer. DiVenture’s Mini-Marathon Swim Lessons for children 6 mos. to 14 yrs. meet Mon-Thurs for a halfhour and last 2 weeks, 9-11 a.m. Contact Kathy Glaser, 883-5151 or email kglaser@diventures.net. For more info, go to www.diventures.net. 5225 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. 18 Monday – 22 Friday DiVentures Scuba Rangers Camp will help attendees master fun aquatic challenges underwater while learning cool facts about the ocean and how to scuba dive. Five-day camp, 2-4 p.m. Contact Kathy Glaser, 883-5151 or kglaser@diventures.net. For more info, go to www.diventures.net. 19, 20, 21 - Tues, Wed & Thurs Join High Street Baptist Church, at 900 N. Eastgate, Springfield, for a FREE summer adventure. VBS includes free lunch, water games, crafts and music. Attendees will journey through the jungle to find life's greatest treasure. Call or go online to register at www.highstreet.org. Theme is “Treasure Quest,” for kindergarten-5th grade this fall. Classes are 10 a.m.2 p.m. Call 862-5502 or see ad on page 29 for info. 22 Friday Chick-fil-A hosts its annual Father-Son Camp Out today beginning at 8 p.m. Dads, bring your tent, sleeping bag and your sons for a fun night of jousting, inflatables, games, campfires and more! Just $10 per person and includes an Ice Dream party at Midnight and breakfast in the morning! Register at www.cfarestaurant.com/glenstone. Event only at the freestanding Chick-fil-A restaurant on South Glenstone. See ad on page 7. 23 Saturday Dickerson Park Zoo hosts “Art Gone Wild!” 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today with free hands-on art activities for children ages 12 yrs. and younger. Call 864-1800 or go to www.dickersonparkzoo.org for more info. See ad on page 35. 28
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Credo Summer Camps and Classes Growing Little Ladies
Teaching Excellence, Elegance and Etiquette through Ballet and Timeless Principles. Program for young girls ages 4 to 10 years. Time: 9 a.m. to Noon daily
Cost: $115 Session date: June 11-15
Summer Classes
Enroll now for summer!
Like our regular classes, but in the summer! For 3 years years - adult.
Call for pricing! Session 1: June 12-28 Session 2: July 10-26 931 S. Kickapoo
• (417) 496-9527 • www.credodance.com
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regist!er nowly &
June, Ju August Camps
Libby@lfhtc.com
• www.libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com
Now Enrolling! Kindergarten & Preschool
8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Follow Springfield school calendar Structured learning day Small class size 2-day, 3-day or 5-day options
Parent’s Day Out
Thursdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fun and safe child care Prepayment and registration is required Program available during school year
Space is limited, so call us today!
Second Baptist Church
3111 E. Battlefield (Battlefield at Ingram Mill Rd) For more info, call (417) 887-3111, ext. 149 Website: www.secondbaptist.org Look for Preschool in Ministry tab. June 2012
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Happy
Father’s Day! Stop in for our June event with Rolo McFlurries, Chocolate Dipped Cones and Sʼmores Pies.
Use a Six Flags discount voucher from McDonald’s to support our local Ronald McDonald House!
Thanks,Dad!
Free Summer Movie Series at Palace Theatre Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays Beginning June 6 through August 8
Free admission with McDonald’s receipt! June 11-13 – The Smurfs June 18-20 – Gulliver’s Travels June 25-27 – Mr. Popper’s Penguin July 2-4 – Rio July 9-11 – Puss In Boots July 16-19 – The Adventures of Tin Tin July 30-August 1 – Zookeeper August 6-8 – Journey 2: The Mysterious Island Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Childcare Only employee $20! physicals Call us today to schedule! Hawkins Family Chiropractic
Glenstone Square 1722 S. Glenstone, Ste. F Springfield, Missouri (417) 888-6420
Christie's Custom Creations
Wreaths personalized just for you! Starting at just $35 Makes a great birthday party gift! Pick your own color theme and monogram Initials, sports teams, birthdays and more!
Call me at 417.496.7972!
www.etsy.com/shop/christiehawkins1 facebook.com/christiescustomcreations
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June 23 ART GONE WILD!
FREE hands-on art
activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for children ages 12 and younger. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Zoo and Springfield Regional Arts Council. P A R T N E R S
June 17th Father’s Day at the Zoo! Celebrate Father’s Day by bringing Dad to the zoo for FREE! Join our family...
Be a Friend of the Zoo! Check out our Website or call today for more info! 1401 W. Norton Road • 417-864-1800 • www.dickersonparkzoo.org June 2012
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Betty Allison Junior Golf Course at Rivercut Free golf for kids!*
Golf birthday parties available!
Junior Golf Camps – June 11-15, July 9-13 & July 30-Aug 3 Call 823-7888 for details *must have an adult to supervise
Coming soon - Little League Junior Golf! Call for info.
Betty Allison Family Golf Center at Oscar Blom call 833-3334 for prices www.rickgraysongolf.com
Who can make your child’s room dreamy?
Find me on
Sherri, that’s who! Murals by
Sherri Davis, llc
417.742.3626 • 417.838.1385 www. muralsbysherridavis.com
An Accredited Preschool
We’re ready!
now enrolling ages 2-12
Licensed and Accredited Hourly rates and
flexible scheduling
Morning classes or full-time options are available.
Official childcare
provider for MSU
417.866.0980 www.universitychildcarecenter.org 889-4FUN (4386)
Haircuts for Kids! Bring in this ad for $2 off your haircut!
In Battlefielde! rk Ma etplac
Salon Especially for Kids! Walk-ins & Appointments Fun Chairs to sit still in Indoor Playground 10 PlayStation/DVD Consoles Hours: Monday-Friday 9-7 Saturdays 9-5
900 E. Battlefield, Ste. 168
PRESCHOOL and KINDERGARTEN
Schweitzer United Methodist Church 2747 E. Sunshine 881-6800, Ext. 217
www.haircutsarefun.com
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Our facility is fully-remodeled and ready for more students!
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Little Blessings Preschool
FREE
Infant–5 years
registration when you mention this ad!
Christian curriculum Lots of fun activities Central location
Teaching what matters most in a loving, Christian environment.
7 a.m.-6 p.m. 2623 W. Nichols
Now enrolling!
Springfield
Ministry of Springfield First Free Will Baptist Church Little Blessings Preschool does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in admissions policies.
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869-2126
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Need some inspiration? Tired of taking the same old presents to every birthday party? HobbyTown USA has an amazing selection of gift ideas for every age – infants to big kids, girls and boys! Creative, thoughtful gifts that you won’t find at the big box stores. Kites
Bring in this ad for
$5 off
your purchase of $30 or more.
Not to be combined with other offers. Expires 7/1/12
Free gift wrapping!
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Crafts Games Paints Art sets Magic kits Telescopes Science kits Educational toys
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FREE information classes Saturday – June 2 & June 30
Call today to learn more! 425-4618
For info or to enroll, call Donna at 417.425.4618 or email donnac@childrensmusicacademy.org.
www.childrensmusicacademy.org
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Weʼre paying
CA$H
We are a
Participant!
for your outgrown kids clothing, toys and equipment.
Bring in anytime Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weʼll put CA$H in your hand! No appointment necessary.
50% more!
Bring this coupon for a 50% store credit bonus when you accept credit instead of cash.
Some restrictions apply. See store for details. This offer expires 12/31/12
1278 E. Republic Rd. • Twin Oaks Marketplace • Springfield • (417) 881-9901 Open Monday through Saturday • 10-6 & Sunday 12-4 We buy all seasons all the time and we pay cash for your gently-used items!