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contents 4 The Not-So-Newlywed Game Ozarks Counseling Center

Events for kids

19 Calendar of Events

Veterans to Washington, D.C.

J u l y

5 Ozarks Honor Flight

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18 Kid’s Calendar Charity Events for July

7 Springfield Cares about Fitness 20 Kids Page 2 Column

8 Everyday Superheroes

More fun stuff for kids

21 Kids Page 3

Big Brothers Big Sisters

11 2nd Annual Balloon Release

Even more fun stuff for kids

22 Summer Theatre Camps

12 Would You Drive a Mile to Save a Life?

American Cancer Society

13 It’s About More than Me

Springfield Little Theatre Column

25 Aspiring Eagle Scout Builds Ramps for Veterans

Southwest Center for Independent Living

American Cancer Society

15 Kids Page 1

26 Bike to Barnabas Camp Barnabas

Fun stuff for kids

16 The ‘Zo Celebrity Pro Am

27 Helping Veterans Transition to Home

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Our House Foundation

Children’s Miracle Network

17 Recent Events

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24 Springfield CARES about Food

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Lost and Found Grief Center

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29 Games

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The Not-So-Newlywed Game, a spoof of the original Newlywed Game television show from the ‘70s, has been producing laughs and raising money here in the Ozarks for 17 years. Performed before a live audience, our not-sonewlywed couples put how much they really know about their mates to the test with hilarious results! It’s good clean fun for a great cause.

benefits advisor for Ollis & Co., and Hannah is a Mark Kay sales director. Eric Fulnecky is an infectious disease physician at St. John’s and his wife Kristi is an attorney and owner of Fulnecky Law, LLC, as well as the president of Fulnecky Enterprises, LLC.

This year, the format of the evening will change slightly from past years, becoming more of a dinner theater experience with the audience seated at tables with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. As always, there will be a silent auc-

Tickets available per table of eight $400, table of ten $500 or individually at $50 each.

The Not-So-Newlywed Game is the primary fundraiser for the Ozarks Counseling Center. The Center, a United Way agency, provides counseling on a sliding scale fee for those who cannot otherwise afford it. Approximately 80% of our clients are at or below the poverty level. Most clients pay $12.00 or even less for a one-hour counseling session valued at $90.00 or more. The Ozarks Counseling Center is committed to providing services regardless of a client’s ability to pay. This makes our fund raising efforts all the more important! Your support is greatly appreciated.

For ticket or sponsorship opportunities contact Carol Robinett, Director of Development, at 417-869-9011 or occ@ozarkscounselingcenter.org

tion at the beginning of the evening’s entertainment. The event will be held at the Oasis Hotel and Convention Center on North Glenstone Avenue.

Jeff Jenkins of the Skinny Improv will be the host for the evening.

Chosen as one of Springfield Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40 in 2006, Jeff was also selected as Go Magazine’s Person of the Year. With over a decade of professional Improv experience under his belt, Jeff can be seen in the Trifecta and several other longform groups at The Skinny Improv and in their award-winning Mainstage show.

The couples this year are Curtis & Jade Jared, Melissa & Grant Wistrom, Sylvia & Chip Sheppard, Hannah & Robbie Marks and Kristi & Eric Fulnecky. Curtis is a former St. Louis Rams football player and is currently in commercial real estate investment, development and management while his wife, Jade, works as a medical aesthetician. Grant and Mellissa are co-owners of CrossFit-Springfield. Chip is an attorney with Carnahan, Evans, Cantwell & Brown and Sylvia is the director of Floral Pyramid Foods as well as a realtor with Jim Hutcheson Realtor. Robbie is a health

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Ozarks Honor Flight Ozarks Honor Flight took its tenth flight in June with 76 WWII veterans on board. Since the first flight in November of 2009, thanks to the generostiy of people across the Ozarks, OHF has taken almost 800 WWII veterans to Washington D.C. for a special one day journey. OHF will be traveling again on September 13 and additional flights are planned for October and November of 2011.

It is the goal of Ozarks Honor Flight to transport our veterans to Washington DC so they can visit those memorials dedicated to honor them and the sacrifices they made serving our country.

These flights have been made possible because of the amazing generosity of individuals and organizations in the Ozarks. Their time to travel is short and for that reason we will make every effort to get our WWII heroes to Washington D.C. during 2011.

"This has been a wonderul example of how caring and generous we are in the Ozarks, said Joel Alexander - President, Ozarks Honor Flight, "Our goal is to try and wrap up our flights hopefully late this fall or during the Spring of 2012, and to to this we're asking for anyone that know of a WWII veteran still wishing to travel with us, to apply by the end

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Due to an overwhelming response, applications for Guardians to travel with veterans are no longer being accepted. However, OHF invites everyone to the Springfield-Branson National Airport to welcome home each flight after the days journey.

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HIGHLIGHTING FITNESS IN THE SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY

CARES About Fitness

Fitness Focus Welcome to the first Fitness Focus column in Springfield

CARES Magazine. My name is Pamela Hernandez and I will be your guide on the journey to health and fitness. My goal is to give you easy to follow and up to date information about exercise that you can use in your everyday life. My hope is this monthly column will help you find the motivation and inspiration to get moving and make exercise a part of your normal routine.

of opportunities to rest and watch the wildlife along the way.

Jogging or biking might not appeal to everyone. Luckily, Springfield has no shortage of parks and green spaces available. Take the family out for a picnic and an afternoon of other family friendly fit activities! Most parks have a variety of play equipment and courts for tennis or basketball. If you are ready for something new, check out the disc golf courses at Oak Grove Park or McBride School Park and learn this sport

My personal philosophy is fitness should be fun. Summer

that is a cross between golf and Frisbee. If you want something

provides the perfect opportunity to reconnect with exercise as

a little less organized, take

a form of play and to spend some quality time with your family

advantage of the wide-open

at the same time. The Ozarks has plenty of opportunities for

spaces at Phelps Grove Park or

active outdoor adventures that are not much farther than

Nathanial Green Park for some

your own back yard.

kickball or catch. The best thing

In fact, some people are lucky enough to be able to walk or

is the less accurate you are the

bike in their own neighborhoods and connect with the Ozarks

better. Running to chase the

Greenways trails. Trailheads are located throughout the city

ball is more of a workout than

and an easy to use map is located on their web site www.

catching it every time.

ozarkgreenways.org so you can plan a route that is right

There is even an opportunity for

for the whole family. Many trails are paved, making them

water sports without having to

stroller friendly, and all varieties of non-motorized activities

drive too far. Kayaking is a great upper body workout as well

are allowed. You can walk, jog, bike or skate. My personal

as a cardiovascular workout that is easy on the legs. You can

favorite is the South Creek Greenway that runs through Close

try it for yourself at Lake Springfield. No kayak? No problem.

Memorial Park. Pick up the trail there or at the trailhead on

You can rent canoes or kayaks seven days a week from June

National Ave and Sunset.

until the end of September. Check out www.parkboard.org for

Another great walking or jogging spot is the Springfield

a list of all the local parks and their amenities.

Conservation Nature Center. If you are a beginner, or have

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spend this summer cooped up in the gym. Get the

little ones who wear out easily, their trails of 1/5 of a mile up

whole family outside for some fun fit adventures right in your

to 2 miles make a great afternoon out. There are also plenty

own back yard.

Pamela Hernandez is a ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and ACE Certified Lifestyle & Weight Management consultation.

She owns Thrive Personal Fitness in Springfield. Follow her on Twitter @ThriveFit for more tips and tools for a healthy life.

Recognizing Big Brothers Big Sisters’ “Everyday Superheroes” Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks recognizes individuals who provide extraordinary contributions through donations of their time, service, and money to youth in our community. This year, we would like to recognize these “Everyday Superheroes” and share their stories of success with our community. In May, June, and July, we are highlighting these individuals in Springfield CARES. These select few have truly helped children in our area ‘Start Something’ and continue to help pave the way to a brighter future.

Big Sister of the Year (Meal Time Buddies)

Brittni Smith

by Robyn Fondren Brittni Smith has been a committed mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters for three semesters. Brittni has been matched with her Little Sister Leeajiah for one year and their match has become one of the strongest in the Meal Time Buddy program. Leeajiah has been a Little in our program for almost two years and since she and Brittni have been matched, Leeajiah’s excitement for Meal Time Buddies has been renewed. She has been matched with several Bigs, but none of them have been able to create a constant smile on her face and form a genuine friendship like Brittni has done.

Brittni was chosen as the Big Sister of the Year based on not only her dedication to Leeajiah, but also because of her dedication to the Meal Time Buddy program. Missing less than three days the entire year, Brittni was able to make a measurable impact on Leeajiah’s life and it has been truly rewarding watching this match grow this year.

With commitment to next year, we are eager to watch this friendship develop and mature. I think that Leeajiah stated it best when she made a card for Brittni on the last day of Meal Time Buddies.

The card read “Thanks for being a real friend”.

Big Brother of the Year (Meal Time Buddies)

Mark Smith

by Stephanie Archer Mark has been involved with the Meal Time Buddy program at the Stalnaker Boys and Girls Club since September of 2009. Mark has been an active volunteer with the agency while studying at Missouri State University and working as a Resident Assistant. He has recently been matched with this Little, Dakota for the past year and a half.

Every Thursday he comes to Stalnaker with extreme enthusiasm, dedication, and a passion to be a positive role model for Dakota. The active match likes playing basketball in the gym together, talking over dinner, and playing Frisbee in the game room. The relationship between the two is one filled with lots of stories and excitement.

Every week, Dakota waits for him by the door and as soon as he sees him, he screams “MARKS HERE!” and starts climbing on him like he is a jungle gym. Mark has shown his dedication to the program with perfect attendance, attending off campus campaigns to raise awareness, and supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters on campus at Missouri State University.

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Lost & Found Lost & Found Grief Center held the 2nd Annual Memorial Balloon Release and 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, May 26, 2011, a community event to honor lost loved ones and a celebration of the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 10-year anniversary. Approximately 2,000 environmentally friendly balloons were released, carrying messages written on the outside to loved ones. A 5K Run/Walk followed, where over 360 participants ran or walked, many in memory of a loved one. Additionally, a balloon was released for each victim of the devastating Joplin tornado. Event proceeds benefit grief support programs available at no charge to families in southwest Missouri.

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very day thousands of cancer patients need a ride to treatment,

but some may not have a way to get there. The American Cancer Society Road to Recovery program provides transportation to and

from treatment for people who have cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Volunteer drivers donate their time and the use of their cars so that patients can receive the life-saving treatments they need.

One of the volunteers for Road to Recovery is Patricia Book. She is a breast cancer survivor of 19 years and got involved with the Road to Recovery program about a year ago. “I am retired and have lost both my brother and sister to cancer,” says Book. “I know how much it meant to them to have me there for support. Especially my sister, since she had virtually no support at home.”

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transporting patients in need to treatment. Even if you can only make a couple of trips a year, it will mean the world to the patient you are transporting. To find out more about how

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so he was in great need of help getting to and from the doctor. “I was

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afraid that was it for me,” says Gilles. “I didn’t know how I would get to

involved who has the time and wants to help others.”

the 60 radiation treatments the doctors said I needed.”

That’s when the American Cancer Society and Patricia stepped in. With coordination from an American Cancer Society patient navigator, Patricia transported Mr. Gilles to 44 of his appointments and continues to help him get to his check-ups. “She is a wonderful lady and good person. She has helped so much that it is hard to describe how important she has been,” says Gilles.

While Patricia’s commitment to Mr. Gilles was extraordinary, you do not have to have the same amount of time as Patricia to help with this program. Volunteer drivers must have a valid driver’s license and possess a safe, reliable vehicle and proof of automobile insurance. If you have a good driving history and are in good health you can help save a life by

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It’s About More Than Me: Join a remarkable community of ordinary people doing extraordinary things.

Carrie Staudt’s first endurance race was in 2010. A friend talked her into signing up for a ½ marathon with the promise that she could do it and that she would love it. She found the training to be a very difficult but very gratifying six months. Through the process she fell in love with the sport and it didn’t take any convincing to sign up to run again in 2011.

While the event is the same, this year’s training program will have new meaning for Carrie. She is now training through the American Cancer Society DetermiNation program. This new opportunity allows her to train for the Bass Pro Fitness Festival and make a difference in the fight against cancer. Carrie’s reason for getting involved with DetermiNation

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testicular cancer. He beat it and then 13 years later in 2008, he was diagnosed again. It was the same cancer but it had metastasized to his liver. He endured many types of chemotherapy, surgeries, and all of the side effects. In spite of this he very rarely complained of anything.

Bryan is said to have been a trooper. “He was very brave and fought courageously in his battle,” said Carrie.

“Bryan was my #1 supporter last year when I trained for and participated in the half marathon. He watched me struggle with running in much the same way I watched him struggle with cancer. He encouraged and cheered me on to fight through the tough spots, just as I encouraged him and cheered him on. At the end of the event he was there to hug me and congratulate me just as I was with him. I want to be healthier and continue to run. I will continue to struggle to get there

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On Saturday, July 9, 2011, former Missouri Tiger defensive lineman and team captain Lorenzo “Zo” Williams will once again hit the field to host the annual “Lorenzo Williams & Friends Youth Football Camp” at the Lakes Country Indoor Soccer Field. This first-class football camp will feature several former Tiger football alumni, some currently playing in the NFL as well as many current MU football players. Former Tigers Jeremy Maclin (Philadelphia Eagles), Brad Smith (New York Jets), Sean Weatherspoon (Atlanta Falcons), Martin Rucker (Dallas Cowboys), William Moore (Atlanta Falcons), Danario Alexander (St. Louis Rams), Chase Daniel (New Orleans Saints), Atyyiah Ellison (New England Patriots), CJ Mosely (Jacksonville Jaguars), projected first-round draft pick Aldon Smith, and others are expected to help Zo in teaching campers.

Beside teaching youths the fundamentals and skills needed to be successful on the football field, these athletes will learn the importance of hard work, dedication, and determination off the field, in addition

On Friday, July 8, 2011, former Missouri Tiger defensive lineman and team captain Lorenzo “Zo” Williams will take to the tees to host the 2nd annual “Wells Fargo Advisors Lorenzo Williams Celebrity Pro-Am” golf tournament at Millwood Golf & Country Club. This unique event will feature several former Tiger football alumni, some currently playing in the NFL as well as many current MU football players. Former Tigers Jeremy Maclin (Philadelphia Eagles), Brad Smith (New York Jets), Sean Weatherspoon (Atlanta Falcons), Martin Rucker (Dallas Cowboys), William Moore (Atlanta Falcons), Danario Alexander (St. Louis Rams), Chase Daniel (New Orleans Saints), Atyyiah Ellison (New England Patriots), CJ Mosely (Jacksonville Jaguars), 2011 first-round draft picks Blaine Gabbert (Jacksonville Jaguars) and Aldon Smith (San Francisco 49ers), and others hitting the links to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

to other important life lessons.

Registration fee is $50 per child, with an “early bird” fee of $40 if you sign up before June 1. All campers will learn hands-on from NFL-caliber instructors and receive a camp t-shirt, camp photo, snacks and drinks, and autograph opportunity! Camp for grades K-5 will take place in the morning, with grades 7-12 in the afternoon. For more information, contact Kelly Anderson at 417/269-1830 or visit www.thezo99.com. (Player appearances subject to change without notice).

Scramble for Miracles Children's Miracle Network Hospitals will be hosting the 10th Annual Scramble For Miracles Golf Tournament. The tournament will be held

The tournament is a 4-person scramble playing alongside a local PGA pro. Entry fee is $200 per person and includes green fees, lunch, prize holes, and much more! In addition all golfers will have the opportunity to play a hole with each of the celebrity football guests in attendance! Prizes include three Club Car golf carts, six sets of Titleist Irons, and more! Sponsorships are still available. For more information, contact Kelly Anderson at 417/269-1830 or visit www.thezo99.com. (Player appearances subject to change without notice).

on July 25, 2011 at the Fremont

Hills

Golf

Course in Fremont Hills, MO. Entry fee for this four-player

scramble

$600 for a team; both include green fees, golf cart, lunch, and gift bag. Tournament sponsorship opportunities are available! For more information, contact Crystal Conway at 417-269-1832.

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Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Recent Events

Thank You for Another Successful Year!

The 26th Annual Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Telethon was held on Saturday June 4th and Sunday, June 5th on KY3. This year $1,403,186 was raised to help local children with special medical needs. The telethon featured an entirely local broadcast showing stories of local children right here in southwest Missouri and northwest Arkansas. The

Telethon 2011

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Staff would like to thank everyone

who helped in making this year another successful year! A special thanks to CoxHealth, our sponsoring hospital, and to all of our national and local sponsors. A thank you to all of the families that participated in the 2011 Every Family Campaign, as well as all of the volunteers that showed up to help.

The Missouri B.A.S.S. held the 16th Annual Summer Sizzler on Sunday June 5th, 2011 at Truman Lake Long Shoal Marina.

Sizzler featured 42 Health. Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals would like to thank all of the participants, volunteers and sponsors of the Summer Sizzler Tournament this year for their continued support.

Teletho n 2011

Less than four years ago Danielle was completely wheelchair bound.

After multiple tests and finally a diagnosis of L-Dopa Responsive Dystonia there was hope that Danielle would one day walk.

With medication, a hip surgery and years of physical therapy Danielle did just that.

On Saturday June 4th Danielle participated in the 20th Annual Medical Mile! Miracles happen daily and we are so excited for Danielle as she continues to grow and improve.

After having three healthy boys and five miscarriages, Anna Henson was excited, although scared, to find out she was going to have another little boy. However at 17 weeks, her pregnancy took a somber turn. Anna developed a severe condition called placenta previa which can cause numerous complications during pregnancy as well as premature delivery.

Anna’s doctors immediately put her on complete bedrest in order to help her son grow as much as possible.

Chapter federation

boats and raised $2,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals of Cox-

The 20th Annual Medical Mile and 5K event took place on Saturday June 4th. This year there were 1,000 participants and it raised over $14,000 for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals CARE Mobile.

Sam Henson

Thank You Summer Sizzler Fishing Tournament

This year the Summer

CoxHealth Medical Mile and 5K

Just eight weeks later during a checkup, Anna was informed that her condition was getting worse and that they would need to be hospitalized. As the doctors prepared for an emergency c-section they explained to her that her son is not likely to survive and that her and her family would need to prepare for the worst.

Sam Henson was born 11 weeks early, weighing only 2 lbs 6 oz. His eyes were still fused shut, he was not breathing on his own, and he was in critical condition. The nurses and doctors immediately rushed him to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Cox South where he was placed on a variety of life-saving equipment, including a ventilator. During his stay in the intensive care unit, Sam had his ups and downs, including a blood transfusion. After 74 agonizing days, Anna, and her husband Jade, were able to take their new baby home.

Children’s Miracle Network has helped Sam and his family with gas and meal vouchers during his stay in the intensive care unit. However, Sam’s mom credit’s his survival to the special equipment purchased by donations to Children’s Miracle Network. This equipment allowed Sam’s tiny and fragile body to continue to grow and develop. Although Sam has faced some developmental challenges, he is doing great. With occupational, physical, and speech therapy, Sam is making great strides in his development and has continued to grow.

He is now a happy and healthy 3 year old because this equipment was available to him.

Thanks to your continued support, Sam has been able to beat all the odds and is a true miracle! The doctors never expected him to make it this far and to see him doing so well, it truly shows the impact your donations to Children’s Miracle Network can make. Thank you for helping make miracles happen!

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Kid’s Calenda Calendar!

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Double Thursday at Incredible Pizza: See store for details and restrictions.

Family Swim at the Jones YMCA on Republic Rd.: From 7-8 p.m. Call 881-1599

$12 Buck TTuesday uesday at Incredible Pizza: From 4 p.m. to close. See store for details and restrictions.

Preschool stor ytime at storytime Barnes & Noble: 10 a.m. Call 885-0026 for details.

Family Climb Night at the Downtown YMCA: Children must be with an adult. Call 862-7456 for info

Family Family inflatables inflatables day day at the Downtown YMCA: Downtown YMC A: 10 a.m.-Noon. For info, visit orymca.org. orymca.org.

Jump Mania's Family Night: Corner Corner of Kansas Expwy.

Expwy. and Sunset, 4-9 p.m. Call 881-JUMP

Preschool stor storytime ytime at Barnes & Noble: 10 a.m. Call 885-0026 for details.

Jump Mania's Family Night: Corner Corner of Kansas Expwy.

Expwy. and Sunset, 4-9 p.m. Call 881-JUMP

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$7 Sunday at Incredible Pizza From 4 p.m. to close. See store for details and restrictions.

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Family Summer Camp

July1st lets celebrate Princess Aurora’ Aurora’ss sixteenth birthday, birthday thday,, Flora, Merr yweather must use their fairy fair y magic Fauna and Merryweather to save her from the spell of evil sorceress Maleficent!

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Now throughout July 10th Bass Pro Shops is hosting the FREE event Family Summer Camp. Lots of fun activities for kids and adults!

Learn, Learn, have fun and shop!

Dino days at the Mall

Garden Butterfly Festival

July 23rd 12pm- 2pm Bring children back in time as they explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and have a dino-mite time!

Springfield Greene County Botanical Center is hosting the Butter Butterfly fly Festival on July 16 and 17th. For more information information visit www.friendsofthegarden.org www .friendsofthegarden.org for more info. Admission is free.

Ozark Empire Fair Largest annual event in the Ozarks, featuring grandstand concerts ts and motor spor sports, ts, more than 40 rides, street per performers, formers, livestock shows, thousands of exhibits, yummy food and everyone! fun for ever yone! Call 417.833.2660 for more info

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The event event is is celebrating celebrating the the Forth Forth of of July July with with 18 18 venues! venues! Show Show The your your child child some some amazing amazing art art and and learn learn something something too. too.

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July 02, 9:45pm: July “Fir eworks at the field” Celebrate “Fireworks Independence Day with HamHammons Field!

July 04, 10:00am: July Every Monday starting June 6th Hollywood Theaters will show a free fr ee family friendly movie & with every fr ee ticket comes a free coupon for a FREE family kids pack for a return return visit! Today's Today's Movie: Alpha and Omega July 08, dusk: July Founder's Park is partnering with SATO SA TO 48 to bring you Movies at Founder's Park! Tonights Tonights movie "Shr ek Forever Forever After" movie starts "Shrek at dusk!

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Ozarks and the Springfield Car diCardinals pr esent "Pink in the Park." present Pur chase your tickets from from Purchase BCFO’s website www.bcfo.org The first 2,500 people to arrive will rreceive eceive an exclusive PINK item sponsor ed by Rick's Automotive! sponsored June 11, 10:00am: Hollywood Theatres Theatres FREE Family Movie: Gulliver’s TTravels ravels July 15, dusk: July Movies at Founde rs Park: “Nanny Founders McPhee Retur ns” Returns” July 16, 10:00am: July The thir d annual Butterfly Butter fly Festival third July 16th 10am-4pm and 17th 11am-4pm!! Festival held at the Close Parks' New Botanical Center informative for all Center.. Fun and informative ages, admission is fr ee! free!

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SummerTheatre Camps

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eet Cody Collier, a young man who will leave for college in the fall. Meet

The Summer Programs also helped Collier develop skills that are essential to

also Hannah Hailey, a nine-year-old girl heading into the fifth grade. It

a performer, and, really, to anyone. He recounts learning to be very disciplined

may not seem likely, but these two actually have something in common—they

during the camp rehearsal process.

both have attended summer theatre camps at Springfield Little Theatre. And

“Each day after rehearsal I would go home and work on what we had

although they have been involved in the same program, it has affected their

learned…not only because the directors wanted it polished and crisp, but

lives in vastly different ways.

because I simply couldn’t get enough of it, and I wanted to get the absolute

Collier came to the theatre only two short years ago for one simple reason—to

most out of this experience.”

expand his theatre experience. He had always enjoyed theatre at school but

In addition to disciplining himself as a performer, Collier became more self-

wanted to know more. When he first signed up for summer camp at SLT, he had

aware and was able to assess his strengths and weaknesses. He began

no idea how it would alter his life.

to train more and more with Springfield Little Theatre and with other arts

“June 15, 2009 was the very first day that I stepped into the theatre and began

organizations, to become the best performer he could be. Since his involvement

a chain of events that would…create the person I have become today,” Collier

in the Summer Program, Collier has appeared in a number of Little Theatre

recalled.

productions including, Alice in Wonderland Junior, High School Musical 2, and

This fall Collier will attend the New York Film Academy to prepare himself for a

CATS. He is also an active member of the Troupe Program, the winner of the

career in the performance arts. It was his involvement in SLT’s Summer Camps,

2011 Youthfest Talent Showcase, and still regularly performs with SLT. He has

and subsequent involvement in the theatre’s other activities, that led him to

also trained with the Springfield Ballet, and served as a choreographer for his

this decision. He notes that the camps not only afforded him the opportunity to

high school’s productions. All this because he came to the theatre for a camp

work with a variety of theatre professionals, but that he was also able to build

one summer.

strong relationships with these instructors, people who have continued to help

And don’t forget about Hannah Hailey. Although she and Collier have both

him grow as a performer and a person.

participated in the SLT Summer Program and they have been in the same shows, it has affected her life in other ways.

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Prior to becoming involved with SLT, Hailey had no theatrical experience.

For her, it started out as something fun to do but has turned into much more. Two of the main things Hailey took away from these camps were confidence and the ability to express herself—skills which are very important in today’s world.

Hailey’s mom, Kim Hailey noted, “Hannah spent four years in SLT summer camps which provided her the opportunity to build her confidence level, the ability to express herself onstage, and the capacity to build her selfesteem. These skills have helped Hannah in school to speak in front of her class with no anxiety.”

It is fairly common for students to feel more confident after attending the SLT summer program or other SLT offerings. Parents often report that their child’s teacher will call to discuss how much more confident their child is in school.

In addition to confidence, the SLT program also helped Hailey develop perseverance. After summer, she decided to audition for a few shows at the theatre. Unfortunately, she was not immediately cast. However, she had such a good time performing at camp, she did not give-up. Because of that perseverance, she was soon cast in the Troupe Program—making her an SLT regular. Shortly thereafter, she was cast in Thoroughly Modern Millie Junior—her first of what is sure to be many more appearances!

Her mother has been inspired by her daughter’s tenacity. “It takes a strong-willed and self-assured person to put yourself out there for an audition. I still tear up each time Hannah has no fear at auditions. Hannah has learned so much as an artist through SLT, and she’s also taught her mom a few things.”

Through her simple involvement in the Summer Camps, Hailey has become a stronger, more confident individual.

“Hannah will have these skills she learned through the theatre for the rest of her life. They will assist her in handling many different situations,” her mom said.

In addition to Hailey’s involvement, her mother has become quite involved in the theatre, too. She has served on the crew of productions, and is active with the Education Angels, a booster club for the SLT Education Program. Because of the Summer Camps, theatre has become something the Haileys do as a family. Cody also notes that everyone at SLT is his second family! It is this sense of kindness, caring, and community that makes the SLT summer camps what they are.

Although each student comes into the same program, it affects them in vastly different ways. Some will become more confident people, and others will end up following their dreams across the country. Amazingly, it all starts with one day in camp.

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Springfield

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HIGHLIGHTING FOOD IN THE SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY THAT BENEFITS OUR PEOPLE AND OUR PLANET

Food

Summer Grilling Grilling Grass-Fed Meats

your hamburger mix for added moisture.

Summertime means lots of time outdoors, and luckily, grilling, too!

For grilling pork or chicken, consider brining beforehand to ensure

Have you considered loading up your grill with locally produced and

that the meat is extra tender and won’t dry out on the grill. The

naturally raised meats, like those you can find from vendors at the

simplest brine is a mixture of 1 cup of table salt and 1 gallon of very

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cold water. Submerge your meats up to 24 hours before grilling. For

When it comes to grilling these types of meats, you want to remember factors of time and temperature. As opposed to meats from nationally distributed grain-fed livestock, grass-fed and pasture-raised animals typically provide leaner meats. This means the meats you get from the farmer’s market will likely have less fat than those cuts in the meat aisle at the grocery store, so you’ll want to use a little extra care.

a crispy skin, make sure to remove your meat from the brine, pat dry and refrigerate for a couple of hours before cooking.

Advantages of naturally grown, locally produced meats Meat from grass-fed cattle is low in fat and saturated fat and has more healthy Omega-3 fatty acids than meat from grain-fed animals. Feedlot animals may develop excellent “marbling,” but that kind of fat is saturated and can’t be trimmed off because it

A good rule of thumb is that naturally-grown and pasture-raised beef

is in the meat. Meat from pastured cattle also has up to four times

needs about 30 percent less cooking time than most conventional

the amount of vitamin E and is much higher in CLA (conjugated

beef and is best if cooked medium-rare to medium. Otherwise, it

linoleic acid), which is associated with a lower risk of cancer. Plus,

might be too tough. The number one problem people have when

just think how much better it is for the animals to be raised on fresh

switching to meats from the farmer’s market is overcooking.

air, sunshine, and fresh grass and hay!

Because hamburger from grass-fed beef is generally 80 to 90%

So this summer, thrill your grill with grass-fed meats from your local

lean, you might consider adding sautéed onions or mushrooms to

farmer’s market or health food store!

Farmers Gastropub Farmhouse Burger Ingredients: 14 oz. Ozarks Natural Beef Ground Beef 90-10 blend 1/4 med. onion, diced 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. organic extra virgin olive oil 1 oz. panko breadcrumbs 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce 1 pinch ea. Salt and pepper 4 Tbsp. Farmers Gastropub Onion Marmalade 4 ea. Artisans Oven Brioche buns

Method: 1. Cook the onion and garlic in a shallow saute pan in olive oil over medium heat until translucent. Then cool.

2. Combine onion mixture with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and Worcestershire sauce, mix well.

3. Shape mixture into 4 patties. Chill.

4. Salt and pepper patties one last time before throwing them on the grill.

5. Grill hamburgers until desired doneness.

6. Slice and grill the brioche buns.

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7. Place patties on buns and put 1 Tbsp.

Onion Marmalade on each burger.

8. Serve with desired condiments.

For the Stilton Burger, melt 1 oz. Stilton Bleu Cheese on the burger.

Grilling Tip Signaturize your proteins or vegetables on the grill by using a unique seasoning blend. Try the Organic Signature Grilling Spice Grinder from Red Monkey Foods on meats or seafood for a delicious change of pace.

Aspiring Eagle Scout Soars to the Top by Building Ramps for Veterans

By Shelby Butler

“The ramp gives me access to the outside that I didn’t have before,” said Paul, veteran and SCIL consumer, about a ramp the Lyford family built.

“They worked really hard and did a great job. I have a real respect for that young man and for his family too.”

Ben, who is 14, originally set a goal to raise $1,200 and put in around 400 hours of fundraising. So far he and his family have raised close to $2,300. The Lyford’s say the most challenging part was raising the money, but then when they got to the building stage it was different.

After the first ramp Ben said his crew was pumped. “On the first project it was a joint effort with my dad, but on the second ramp I was more of a foreman.”

When asked what his grandpa thought of his project, Ben replied, “My grandpa saw pictures and really liked what I did!”

A Boy Scout has to earn 21 merit badges before they can work toward their Eagle Scout. “I want Ben to grow up to be self-sufficient and Boy Scouts in general is a good way to find out what someone really likes,” said Laura.

Building ramps is a great way to volunteer and help people with disabilities retain or regain independence. SCIL needs volunteers who have the desire to build ramps individually or as a group. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact SCIL at 417-886-1188.

When Ben Lyford started planning for his Eagle Scout badge, the highest honor in Boy Scouts, he decided to build ramps for veterans. Lyford’s grandfather is a Vietnam veteran and the motivation behind his choice.

“My grandpa tells stories of the war and I think whatever we can do to honor veterans helps with their healing,” said Ben. Ben and his mom, Laura, heard about the Southwest Center for Independent Living (SCIL) Renovations And Modifications ProjectS (RAMPS) program and its waiting list for wheelchair ramps while volunteering at our annual Day at the Range and Outdoor Adventure Fair (DATR) event. Ben and Laura, along with Ben’s father and two siblings, have been volunteering at DATR for several years and have proven that volunteers remain an integral part of the successful event.

“The Lyford family’s dedication and understanding of disability issues and compassion for the everyday person is outstanding,” said DATR coordinator and SCIL staff Patty Hayne. She explained to Ben and Laura that many people with disabilities were waiting for ramps to be built at their homes and that having access to get in and out of their home is important for them to be independent.

The Lyford’s decided they wanted to make a difference for people with disabilities while helping Ben become an Eagle Scout. Together the Lyford family raised money for the materials and recently completed three wheelchair ramps, two of those for veterans.

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Teens Biking from Denver to Missouri to Benefit People with Special Needs even Denver area teens leave Elizabeth at 6 a.m. June 8, for an 850 plus mile trip through Colorado, Kansas and Missouri. The group will ride fixed gear bikes to raise money and awareness for Camp Barnabas, a summer program based in southwest Missouri serving children with special needs and chronic diseases.

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The idea came following a mission trip there last summer.

“We were talking about the importance of the Camp Barnabas experience to the campers and their families,” says team member Spencer Knierim, of Englewood. Campers learn they are uniquely created to live a life of ability through being participants, not observers, in adapted summer camp activities.

“For many of the parents,” Knierim continues, “it is the only time they get a break from the day-to-day care of their children. For the children, it is a chance to see that they are important and they can do things that other kids do. Volunteers like us get to show them love and we learn that everyone is the same, with the same feelings and challenges in life, no matter how uniquely we are created.”

“Spencer and I were into biking and the idea just came to do this,” adds Andrew Martinek, also of Centennial. “The other guys didn’t take up cycling until they decided to make the trip. It has been a real challenge. We had no idea it would become as big a deal as it has become.”

The reality of their task is setting in. “Mentally, I feel like I just got hit in the face,” confesses Kevin McGraw, 17, of Centennial. “Wednesday morning we are going to get on a bike and just ride. Unlike the training rides, where we rode and came home, we’re getting on our bikes and riding and then we’re not going to be in Colorado anymore. Hopefully we make it to the Missouri border so we can say we’re not in Kansas anymore.”

Other team members are Jack Jolliffe, of Centennial, Ryan Maxum of Greenwood Village, Ryan Kinzie of Denver and Matt Plimpton of Littleton.

“Most of us have been together since 6th or 7th grade,” says Martinek. “While we’ve certainly grown to know each other over the years this is a way to take that even deeper.”

All will be seniors this fall at Cherry Creek High School with the exception of Plimpton, who attends Arapaho High School in Littleton. Fundraising goal for the trip is $10,000.

According to Martinek, this amount will assist up to 50 families with fees. Camp Barnabas runs twelve sessions of camp at four different locations around the country, each geared toward a specific group of special needs. They serve over 1,300 campers each summer with the help of over 2,400 volunteers and 110 summer staff.

“Raising money for our campers is big,” says camp co-founder Cyndy Teas. “These families have so many expenses and, for many of them, providing for a week of camp is just too difficult. For us, the cost of adapting the activities and providing a safe, fun environment is costly, too. When people like this Bike to Barnabas group raise money for the campers, it impacts these special children even more.”

The team’s cost are being covered, in part, by ride sponsors Chamois Butt'r, Primal Wear, Muscle Milk, Pake Bikes, Knog, Hulee Super Cookie, Oury Grips, Batter Blaster, EmergenC. They expect the trip to cost between $2,000 and $3,000. For more information on donating to the cause, email bike2barnabas@gmail.com.

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For more information on Camp Barnabas, go to www.campbarnabas.org, emailinfo@campbarnabas.org, or call 417-476-2565.

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Our House Foundation, Helping Returning Veterans Transition From War To Home Last year alone, OHF helped over 150 veterans through the “Lis-

Our House Foundation (OHF) is a 501C3 charitable volunteer

tening Ear—Warm Line.” Since 2006, OHF has helped

group of caring and concerned citizens with a vision

mend the shattered lives of our returning military

to build a Women’s Re-Integration Community

men and women by reducing family discord and

for our returning women veterans. OHF focuses on emotional trauma due to

violence, substance abuse, homelessness and sui-

deployment in war zones. It will also pro-

cide by restoring their sense of well being; and

vide mental, physical and emotional

working with existing military service organi-

rehabilitation. OHF’s aim is to help our

zations.

veterans transition and re-integrate from

OHF is also pleased to announce that they are

war to home.

now able to help our veterans train their pet animals to become service animals. Thanks to

Founded in 2004, and receiving their char-

the many volunteers, no payment is involved.

ter in 2006 in Springfield, Missouri, OHF’s mission statement is: “We are dedicated to help-

OHF is currently in need of more caring and concerned

ing restore the shattered lives of our military men

volunteers. We also encourage our local businesses to spon-

and women who have returned from war, addressing their mind,

sor our upcoming events. For more information on how to

body and expression of their spirit.” OHF’s vision is to lead our

become a volunteer and for donations or other financial support,

nation in psychological healthcare for our men and women vet-

please visit us at www.ourhousefoundation.org or call us at 417-

erans and their families transitioning from the life-changing

889-7452 or, 1-417-353-9145.

effects of war by offering quality care.

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