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It feels like this winter we’ve bounced around from winter chill to spring breezes almost every week. But, spring is coming for real this month! Soon, the trees will bud and flowers will bloom. Birds will be singing and building nests. It’s time to shake off the winter blues. Take your kiddos by the hand and go for a walk in your neighborhood or a nearby park! ~Melinda Arnold, parent and publisher Features Where do KIDS EAT FREE?..................................6 2018 Guide to Summer Camps/Programs..... 16 Kids Calendar................................................... 32 Amusement, Entertainment & Parties Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center........... 13 Easter Egg Hunt @ James River Church.............9 Itty Bitty City......................................................3 Moxie Mornings................................................ 14 Springfield Art Museum......................................8 Springfield Conservation Nature Center.......... 39 “Madagascar Jr.” @ Springfield Little Theatre.... 31 Springfield Symphony Orchestra..................... 37 “A Tale of Two Wolves” @ Springfield Ballet..... 14 Artists, Murals & Portraits J Rosa Photography & Design.......................... 38 Lynette Blecha Photography............................ 11 Murals by Sherri Davis........................................8 Business & Employment Opportunities Hidden Values................................................... 38 Metro Woman Magazine................................... 29 Childcare and Education Discovery Garden Montessori......................... 25 The Goddard School......................................... 27 James River Preschool........................................9 Kingswood Preschool Programs....................... 29 Second Baptist Child Development Center..... 19 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids..................... 25 Health and Well-being Dynamic Strides Therapy................................. 35 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry..............................2 Little Grins Dental............................................ 13 Pierce Vision Specialists................................. 23 Robert J. Grant Therapy Clinic........................ 27 Safe Kids Springfield........................................ 36 TheraCare Outpatient Services....................... 11 Thrive Family Chiropractic..................................3

Summer Camps & Programs (See “Childcare & Education” also) All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer.......................... 25 B*Sew Inn......................................................... 23 Big Word Club................................................... 29 Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield..................... 17 Creava School For The Arts.............................. 14 Cub Creek Science Camp.................................. 19 Dickerson Park Zoo.......................................... 15 Discovery Center.............................................. 19 Fiction, Facts & Fun......................................... 23 Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland...............5 Gold Medal Gyms................................................7 Hoover Music Company.......................................2 Kumon of Springfield........................................ 17 Martial Arts USA............................................ 26 Rick Grayson Golf............................................ 27 Sac River Stables............................................ 25 Schoolie*gigs LLC............................................ 19 Springfield Ballet............................................. 26 Springfield-Greene County Park Board........... 21 Wonders of Wildlife.......................................... 17 Zenith Climbing Center.................................... 26 Professional Services Jennifer Triplett, Attorney..................................8 Resale Boutiques & Consignment Sales Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale....................... 40 Trading Hands Kids Sale................................. 11 Restaurants McDonald’s...................................................... 34

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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 local eateries offer families! No coupons! Keep your Kids Directory throughout the month, and your kids can dine out free (or close to it) every night. Please be sure to call each restaurant before you go to make sure their deal hasn’t changed. Know about a deal we don’t have listed? Email melinda@springfieldkids.com, and share it with us!

EVERY DAY America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free daily.

George’s Steakhouse, 339 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 831-6777. Get one free kids meal from the children’s menu (kids age 10 and younger) with each adult entrée purchased at $7.49 or above. Beverage not included. No substitutions allowed. Dine-in only.

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 882-0300. Children age 3 years and younger eat free every day!

Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued at $7 or more, after 4 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday all day. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive one Kidz Meal free with the purchase of one 8-inch sub, chips and fountain drink meal. Child must be present to receive a free kids meal. For kids age 11 and younger.

Not valid with other promotions, coupons, and radio or TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349.

SUNDAYS Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, two Springfield locations: 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464, and 2725 N. Kansas Expwy., 865-2999. All day at both locations, one free kid’s meal (for kids age 12 and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée. Additional charge if child chooses a side item other than french fries. Dinein only. Battlefield location offers half-priced kids’ meals on Fridays.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, two locations: 1360 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-2227, and 111 N. Massey Blvd., Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free from the children’s menu with the purchase of an adult entrée, ages 12 and younger. Dine-in only.

Houlihan’s, two Springfield locations. 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 862-7777; kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49 this location. 2110 E. Republic Rd., 883-3434; kids age 10 and younger eat for $1.99 at this location. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.

King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 866-5527. One child gets a free kid’s meal with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Dine-in only. Same offer on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Sunshine St., 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose St., 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Family Day, all day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Kids age 12 and younger eat free. Must purchase adult meal to get free kid’s meal. Limit two free kids’ meals per adult entrée. Dine-in only.

Ocean Zen Pacific Rim, 4117 S. National Ave., Springfield, 889-9596. For kids age 8 and younger, get one free selected kid’s menu item with the purchase of an adult entrée, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., 864-8400. Get one kid’s meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids age 12 and younger, 4-10 p.m.

Schlotzsky’s Deli, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. 889-2445. This location only. On Sundays, 4 p.m.-close, get one free kid’s meal with each adult Deli Meal Deal purchased (includes a chip, drink, sandwich or pizza).

Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 8897887; 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 863-9072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Dine-in; get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent.

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Kids Eat Free (or almost free) continued from page 6 MONDAYS 5 Spice Asian Flavors, 711 McCroskey St., Nixa, 724-8270. Kids eat free, 4 p.m.-close. One free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Free for kids age 12 and younger. Dine-in only.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell, Springfield, 887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 368-5919; 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 866-2700; 1644 US Hwy 60 E, Republic, 732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regular-priced entrée. Same offer on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Buckingham’s BBQ Restaurant, Nixa location only. 606 W. Mount Vernon St., Nixa, 724-2344. One free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult meal and tea or soft drink for ages 12 and younger, 5-9 p.m. Balloon artist will be there, too.

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 also on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult combo meal from 4 p.m. to close.

Leong’s Asian Diner, 1540 W. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-7500. After 4 p.m., kids (age 12 and younger) get one free kid’s meal from kid’s menu with each paying adult. Excludes upgrades on kid’s meal. Menu at leongsasiandiner.com.

Pasta Express, four Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic Rd., 888-3048; 3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 890-1345; 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., 885-0030. Kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée from 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

Pita Pit, three Springfield locations: 2113 W. Republic Rd., 881-8186; 1318 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-1565; 3233 E. Sunshine St., 771-5080. Get a kid’s pita and drink for 99 cents with the purchase of a full-priced adult pita, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only.

Rib Crib, 750 N. 18th St., Ozark, 581-5566. Purchase one adult entrée and get up to two free kids’ menu meals from 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only. Kids age 12 and younger.

Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. Also on Tuesdays.

TUESDAYS Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in Springfield, 311 Park Central, 862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., 882-2249; and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-5999; 602 N. 25th St., Ozark, 485-3800; and 301 Branson Landing, Branson, 417-334-4478. One free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée, 5-9 p.m.

Bob Evans Restaurant, 2651 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 864-8184. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée 4 p.m. to close. Dine-in only. Age 12 and younger. Includes a kid-friendly activity.

BYOPizza, 431 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield, 501-8212. Kids 12 and younger get one free one-topping kids’ pizza with each large pizza purchased at regular price, 4-8 p.m. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Dine-in only.

Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location ONLY, 807 N. Main St., 725-6803. From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased. Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m.

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Dairy Queen, 4150 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 886-2253. Kids’ meals are $1.99, 4-10 p.m. for kids age 12 and younger. Free treats, too! Child must be present. Dine-in only.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One child age 12 and younger receives one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only.

Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Wednesdays and Thursdays, too.

Godfather’s Pizza, 1890 N. Deffer Dr., Nixa, 725-4933, and 510 E. South St., Ozark, 581-9292. Get one free kid’s buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet for children ages 3-12, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only.

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McAlister’s Deli, four locations in Springfield, 210 W. Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; 2445-A North Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Kids 12 and younger eat free 5-9 p.m. Must buy adult meal to get free kid’s meal. Limit two free kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only.

Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-334-3880; 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 881-0022. All day, children 9 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Child must be present.

Nonna’s Italian Kitchen, 306 South Ave., 831-1222. Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée.

Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., 864-8400. After 4 p.m., get one kid’s meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and younger. Children decorate their own sugar cookie from 4-9 p.m.

Pizza Hut, West Sunshine St. and Glenstone Ave. locations in Springfield. Get one free buffet with purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids age 10 and younger.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #A-100, 823-7180; 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 890-1212; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 582-2776. At all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get free one kid’s meal from kid’s menu ($4.25 or less) for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased. For kids 10 and younger.

Ruby Tuesday, two locations in Springfield: 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 831-7829; and 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., 889-5866; and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-335-5450. After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

WEDNESDAYS Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders, 4560 S. Campbell Ave., 720-4414. All day, get a child’s menu item for $1.99 with purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only. Children 12 years and younger.

Dublin’s Pass, two locations in Springfield: 317 Park Central East, 862-7625; and 2767 W. Republic Rd., 877-7625. Kids age 12 and younger, get one free kid’s meal with purchase of one adult entrée. Dine in only.

Famous Dave’s BBQ, 4406 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 877-8646. After 4 p.m., Kids 12 and younger can get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.

Newk’s Eatery, 220 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield, 881-6395. Kids’ night, 3 p.m. to close. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Get up to two kids meals with each adult meal purchase.

Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 868-0042. Kids 12 and under get one free kid’s plate with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

Zio’s Italian Kitchen, 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield, 889-1919. Get a kid’s meal for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids 12 and younger. Dine-in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips.

THURSDAYS Captain D’s, 2964 S. National Ave., 881-6098. All day, get up to two kids’ meals for 99¢ each with the purchase of an adult entrée of $5 or more. For kids 12 years and younger. Child must be present. Dine-in only.

Chick-fil-A, 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 890-5800. Kids Family Night every Thursday night from 5-8 p.m. Kids can create a craft and receive a free Icedream® Sundae.

Hy-Vee Market Grille, 1720 W. Battlefield St., Springfield, 881-8224. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Once a month Hy-Vee hosts a Knee-Hy Buffet event for kids, too.

Mikado Supreme Buffet, 2501 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 319-5552. Family Night from 3:30-7 p.m. Buy an adult buffet and get a child’s buffet free (for children under 10). Cannot be combined with another offer.

SATURDAYS Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of a $7.99 entrée (for kids age 10 and younger), 4-8 p.m.

Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 863-9072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only.

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There is an abundance of summer activities for kids in our area, and our advertisers offer a TON of wonderful summer camps and programs. We’ve collected the best of the best right here, in one convenient place. It’s never too early to start planning your child’s summer, and remember to tell our advertisers you saw them in Kids Directory!

Fun with Animals & Nature Cub Creek Science Camp

16795 State Route E • Rolla 573-458 2125 • MOScienceCamp.com Cub Creek Science Camp has more than 300 animals including lemurs, foxes, porcupines, wallabies, parrots, sloths, lizards and many more in our hands-on, interactive zoo. One of our popular activities is Adopt an Animal, where campers spend every day of the week learning how to take care of an animal of their choosing at camp. Campers also love our Junior Vet program where they learn how to suture and give injections (using fruit as the “patient”) and watch a surgery performed by a veterinarian at camp! Classes in archery, pottery, culinary science, survival skills, and digital photography and on the ropes course help to make for a wonderful time at camp.

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3825 W. Farm Rd. 146 • Springfield 417-837-5949 • ParkBoard.org/Camps Got a future farmer on your hands? Train them young at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park with hands-on, interactive experiences with farm animals and agriculture. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park offers several different week-long camps for 6- to 12-year-olds and half-day camps for 4- and 5-year-olds. Childcare before and after camp available for an additional fee. Visit ParkBoard.org/Camps for dates, camp themes, and more info! See ad on page 21.

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(Sertoma Unit for Sherwood Elementary Sac River Stables, LLC continued students only, available starting in June) materials provided. Family discounts available. 417-862-2949 • bgclubspringfield.org Spaces are limited. Wrangler Worship Day info@bgclubspringfield.org Camps start Tuesday, May 29, and continue Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield provides through Friday, July 13. All details and prices education and recreation programming for can be found at sacriverstables.com. Please youth ages 6-18, 7 a.m.-5:45 p.m., Mondaysee Wrangler Worship Day Camps under Friday. Online registration required by visiting “Services.” Call or email for registration details. bgclubspringfield.org/register.

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An emphasis on kindergarten-readiness and National Museum & Aquarium reaching developmental milestones guides 600 West Sunshine • Springfield curriculum. Summer youth work program 888-222-6060 x2 • wondersofwildlife.org is designed for high school students with Dive in this summer with an Edventure at developmental disabilities seeking a skill-building Wonders of Wildlife. Experience the wonder, focused program. Contact your school counselor from June through August, discovering the for information and a referral for Vocational wild side with summer camps. Your camper Rehabilitation to be part of this program. will learn about many of the creatures and habitats at Wonders of Wildlife, while testing Your Summer Guide continues on page 20.

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Discovery Garden Montessori School

1515 S. National Ave. • Springfield 417-631-4590 • dgmontessori.org Experience Farm to Fun at Discovery Garden Montessori School this summer! Campers will experience and explore the process of growing what we eat, from the farm or garden to our table. Children will learn different gardening techniques and collaborate with local growers.

Your child will prepare and cook simple meals with the produce picked or grown, all in our child-friendly environment. Campers can join for a week or for the entire session. Space is limited. See ad on page 25.

2238 W. Kingsley St. • Springfield 417-886-6565 GoddardSchool.com/SpringfieldMO The Goddard School’s summer camp curriculum incorporates STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) into exciting and fun experiences for your child every day! Goddard offers a broad range of programs and mini-camps like Rockin’ Robots, Star Performers, Goal, Paint.

Draw. Sculpt., Epic Explorers and more to pique the interest and curiosity of every child.

Our summer camp is offered for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years, Monday to Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with flexible schedules. To discover how The Goddard School located in Springfield will make this summer your child’s best learning experience yet, contact them today! See ad on page 27.

Itty Bitty City

3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 • ittybitty.city Itty Bitty City is BIG on summer fun! Escape the heat for a day of creative play that’s fun for all ages (and educational, too!). Day passes are $11 per child age 1-12, $4 for infants under age 1 (or free with an older sibling), and $4 per adult. Calendar at ittybitty.city/events for workshops, classes, and special events. See ad on page 3.

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland Kumon Math and Reading Center of Springfield 210 S Ingram Mill Rd. • Springfield MO 877-312-4764 • girlscoutsmoheartland.org Are you ready to lead like a Girl Scout? At Girl Scouts we combine life skills, STEM, the outdoors, and entrepreneurship with civic engagement to deliver crucial, life-changing, girl-led programming. Our program gives girls the opportunities to unleash their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader), prepare for a lifetime of leadership, and change the world. Whoa! Here, the possibilities are absolutely endless. Because once your inner leader takes center stage, anything— and we mean anything—is possible. Visit our website for more information, or call us to get started today! See ad on page 5.

4127 S. Kansas Expressway • Springfield 417-987-3895 kumon.com/springfield-south-mo If you want a long-term program to help your children keep the information they have learned in school, come to see what Kumon provides.

Kumon is a worksheet-based enrichment program in math and reading focusing on self-learning and independence. Summer is the perfect time to start when there is no other homework to be done. We strive to make your smart kid even smarter! For a free placement test and more information about Kumon, call 1-800-ABC-MATH or the number above. See ad on page 17.

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Classes for children 6 months old through Pre-K. Summer session days are Tuesdays and Thursdays in June and July, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Call the center for more information. See ad on page 19.

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Schoolie*gigs Accelerated Preschool, Tutoring & Gifted Enrichment

1936 E Sunshine • Springfield 417-576-2743 • schooliegigs.com Invest in your child’s education this summer to keep them ahead of the class. Our summer session offers preschool, K/1 prep, classes for 4th-6th graders, enrichment classes, and private tutoring for a range of ages taught by our certified teaching staff. Whether you want your child to keep the momentum going on reading; learn science and math through our interactive class activities; or simply have fun while perfecting their music, Lego or crafting skills, Schoolie*gigs has something for everyone ages 2-12. See ad on page 19.

Second Baptist Child Development Center

3111 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-887-3111 • secondbaptist.org Second Baptist Child Development Center’s goal is to give children a quality Christian education in a loving environment. They desire to meet each child’s needs–spiritually, emotionally, socially, and intellectually–to prepare them for tomorrow’s challenges. They provide activities for intellectual stimulation at the child’s level, opportunities for maximum social growth, assistance in sound emotional development, and guidance in a Christian environment for basic spiritual development.

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Ritter Springs & various Springfield school sites (417) 837-5737 ParkBoard.org/Camps Sign up for summer-long SPARC day camps, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-6 p.m., offered at various school-park sites, for ages 5-14.

Programs include field trips, swimming, games, crafts, sports, nature activities and team building and most importantly – a safe and affordable opportunity for kids to experience new adventures. Choose from various SPARC school sites or go off the grid and into the woods at Ritter Springs. Summer Quest day camps, for kids ages 11-14, include fun field trips to amusement parks, state parks, and other high adventure destinations. Register early. Call 417-837-5737 or visit ParkBoard.org/Camps for information. See ad on page 21.

TheraCare Outpatient Services

3023 S. Fort Ave., Ste. B • Springfield 417-890-4656 • theracareozarks.com These summer programs will give your child a boost and enhance their budding skills in the areas of speech, language, handwriting, preacademics, social skills, school readiness and more! Your kids will have too much fun playing to realize they’re learning! A certified speechlanguage pathologist or occupational therapist facilitates all programs. Check out our website, theracareozarks.com for information, or call us to sign up today! See ad on page 11.

• Stay and Play Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness Camp for ages 3-6 • Handwriting Camp for students in grades 1-4 • Music Therapy Groups for all ages • Executive Function Camps for students for 3rd grade and up • Sensory-Motor Lab for ages 3 & up

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1602 E. Republic Rd., Ste. A • Springfield 417-882-7171 • bsewinn.com B-Sew Inn Sewing and Software Center, the world’s largest Baby Lock sewing machine retailer, is once again offering “Project Sew Summer Camp.” Project Sew is open for girls and guys, ages 9-16. Attendees will learn the basics of sewing while stitching their own projects. Camps will run five days: June 11-15 or July 9-13. Morning sessions are 9 a.m.-noon; afternoon sessions are 2-5 p.m. For information or to sign up, contact the store. Availability is limited! See ad on page 23.

1111 E. Brookside Dr. • Springfield 417-837-5700 • www.sgfmuseum.org Looking for a little summertime inspiration for your creative child? Kids draw, build, collage, paint, sculpt and weave their ideas into masterpieces at Art Camp! All sessions include an array of projects that encourage experimentation, expression, and the joy of creating original art. In addition to hands-on artmaking, campers explore the Springfield Art Museum’s exhibits and its collection, which includes over 10,000 objects, through games and activities. Art Camp runs Tuesday through Friday, and full and half-day options are available for kids ages 5-10. We offer one session exclusively for kids ages 10-14. Check website for schedule and pricing information.

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411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield 417-862-1343 • Springfieldballet.org Springfield Ballet offers exciting day camps and evening classes this summer for the littlest ballerina to the serious dance student. Daytime camp, a Junior Intensive and a Senior Intensive offer learning experiences far beyond the Creava School For The Arts barre. In addition to dance, students will enjoy 1667 E. St. Louis St. • Springfield music, drama, nutrition, anatomy and more. A 417-880-3531 • creavaarts.com special demonstration at the end of the week Creava Arts’ Summer Art & Clay Camps provide children with art experiences unlike any showcases the dancers’ hard work. Register other in the Springfield area! Children are given for camps/each intensive before May 11 and receive a 10 percent discount. During a sixthe opportunity to create meaningful works of week session, classes will be offered in creative art in professional art studios while engaging movement, ballet, pointe, modern and more! their imaginations through a rich curriculum Register for classes prior to May 31 and the of visual art activities. Each camp is taught by registration fee is only $10. See ad on page experienced artist-instructors. New themes 26. each week allow campers ages 6-12 to work with clay and a variety of two-dimensional media. Teen campers ages 13 and older may Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Springfield Little Theatre

311 E. Walnut St. • Springfield 417-869-1334 • springfieldlittletheatre.org Try something you’ve never tried before or follow your passion and improve your craft at SLT! Springfield Little Theatre offers multiple one-week and two-week summer workshop sessions from May through August. Serving beginning to advanced students ages 4-18, SLT is proud to provide an enriching, entertaining, and exciting summer theatre camp experience in acting, musical theatre, dance, performance, technical theatre, or theatre management for every child who participates. Housed in the beautiful, historic Landers Theatre, youth involvement at Springfield Little Theatre encourages a love and respect for community, the arts and all aspects of theatricality, promotes discipline and the pursuit of excellence, and provides an outlet for friendship and fun! 2018 themes include “Trolls,” “Tangled,” “Star Wars,” “Give My Regards to Broadway,” “Shrek,” and “Mary Poppins.” See ad on page 31.

438 E. St. Louis St. • Springfield 417-862-9910 • discoverycenter.org With all-new topics and ways to see behind the scenes, there’s hands-on learning for every scientist this summer at the Discovery Center.

All new this year, join DC for Two Day Camps for two full days of STEM fun or at Discovery Center VIP Days where you can jump the line to the most popular experiences like the VR goggles, 3D printer, and HighWire Bike, and go behind the scenes to see what most visitors never experience like the Resident Scientist Lab and our Exhibits Workshop. Specific topics, fees, all-new discounts, and registration details posted online. See ad on page 29.

Sports & Fitness Fun

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer

1347 N. Ashley Dr. • Nixa 417-725-1304 • allstargymandcheer.com All camps include snacks and crafts, along with theme-based skills and activities. Early-bird pricing for Princess and older student Cheer camps when you register by May 1. Register early; space is limited. See ad on page 25.

• Pretty Princess Gymnastics Camp for ages 3-8: June 12-14, 9 a.m.-noon. Fee: $75 ($5 off if registered by May 1).

• Cheerleading, Tumbling and Stunting Camp for ages 6-14: June 19-21, 9 a.m.-noon. Fee: $75 ($5 off if registered by May 1).

• Cheer Bears Clinic for ages 3-5: June 26, 9-11:30 a.m. Fee: $25 (No discount on this camp.)

Andy B’s Restaurant & Entertainment

1127 E Battlefield Rd. • Springfield 417-883-1234 • andybspringfield.com Kids Bowl Free! Get two free kids games of bowling a day ALL SUMMER! (May 1-Sept. 1, 2018). It’s a great way to keep the kids active and busy during the long summer months and you can’t beat the price! Sign up at www. kidsbowlfree.com/AndyBSpringfield. See ad on page 13.

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Gold Medal Gyms

6840 W. Republic Road • Republic 417-732-4100 • goldmedalgyms.com Gold Medal Gyms offers programs for everyone and every ambition, from toddler motor development programs to competitive gymnastics, all lead by trained and certified instructors. Kids ages 5-14, from beginners to the very advanced, have a great experience in a 24,000 square-foot gym. Week-long camps are offered as half-days, from 7 a.m.-noon; all-day sessions are 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Fees are $25 per day for the full-day session, $15 per day for the half-day session. Week-long registrations for the full-day program is $100 (discounted $25!).

Camp sessions include gymnastics, open gym, activities, games, crafts and a snack. All-day campers should bring lunch. Camps fill quickly, so register today. See ad on page 7.

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Martial Arts USA

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Betty Allison Family Golf Center at Oscar Blom 1825 E. Norton Rd. • Springfield 417-823-7888 • rickgraysongolf.com Rick Grayson Golf has great golf camps for children ages 5-17. Each camp is directed by Rick Grayson, Missouri Sports Hall of Fame Member and Mid-West Section PGA Junior golf leader for the last seven years. Tri Golf (ages 5-10) is for boys and girls who have never played golf. The Tri Golf camp includes balls and clubs for the juniors. Another great camp is the USGA-LPGA Girls Camp (sorry, no boys) for ages 7-17 years. If your junior golfer is playing and wants to improve, the Rick Grayson Youth Camp is a sure-fire way to improve his or her game. Rick has been conducting junior golf camps for more than 40 years. The Betty Allison at Rivercut and the Betty Allison at Oscar Blom are unique party places for summer birthdays.

When you’re at the Betty Allison at Rivercut, check out the golf-themed playground at Betty’s Clubhouse. See ad on page 27.

Springfield-Greene County Park Board Sports Camps

1923 N. Weller • Springfield 417-864-1049 • ParkBoard.org/Camps The Park Board offers seasonal day camps at special facilities including Junior Golf Clinics, PGA Junior League Team at the Park Board Golf Courses. Mediacom Ice Park offers an Advanced Ice Hockey Camp and Figure Skating Camps. Dickerson Park Zoo has camps and education programming throughout the summer. See ad on page 21.

Zenith Climbing Center

3534 E Sunshine Street, Suite 3 • Springfield 417-986-3869 • zenithclimbing.com Zenith Climbing Center offers programs for children ages 4-18 to learn the fundamentals of climbing technique and teamwork with experienced climbing coaches in a fun, positive environment. See ad on page 26.

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Submit your family-friendly events by going to the calendar on our website. Remember, our web calendar has LOTS more information than we can print here – SpringfieldKids.com.

1 Thursday

Martial Arts in a karate-based class at Oak Grove Community Center, 6-7 p.m., Monday and Thursday. Certified instructors teach self-defense, self-discipline, increased balance, stamina, and flexibility. Cost is $25 per month. For information, call 891-1635 or visit parkboard.org. Oak Grove Community Center, 1538 S. Oak Grove Ave., Springfield.

3 Saturday

Try Hockey for Free Day at Mediacom Ice Park, 1 p.m. Have you ever wanted to try ice hockey? Children ages 10 years and younger can try hockey for free with coaches and equipment provided. No skating experience is required. For more info or to register, call 866-7444 or visit parkboard.org. Mediacom Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway, Springfield.

3 Saturday & 4 Sunday Repeated 10 Saturday & 11 Sunday

Outdoor Initiatives with Springfield-Greene County Park Board, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (subject to weather and bat activity). Take a 30-minute boat tour through Sequiota Cave. Register

by March 2. (Program repeated on March 10 and 11; register by March 9.) No on-site registration. For information, call 833-8647 or visit parkboard.org. Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Rd., Springfield.

SPARC School-Park sites: Gray, McGregor, Sequiota, and Truman Elementary Schools.

Cost is $12-$17 per child per day. For information, call 837-5737 or visit parkboard. org. SPARC is a partnership of the SpringfieldGreene County Park Board and Springfield Public Schools.

School’s Out Play-in-a Day Workshop at Springfield Little Theatre, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., daily. Kids ages 5-12 participate in a full day of activities: theater games, improvisation, dance, and a tour of the historic Landers Theatre. Performance for parents and friends. Cost: $30. Registration required.

For information, call 869-3869 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield.

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Trading Hands Kids Sale at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Shop for baby equipment, clothing for kids ages babies to teens, maternity clothes, toys, sports equipment, furniture, movies, and books. Saturday, most items will be discounted half off. See ad on page 11.

16 Friday

Itty Bitty Music Makers Club at Itty Bitty City, 11:30-noon. This interactive program focuses on peer interaction skills, following directions, taking turns, sharing, waiting, and listening. Cost is $5 per child per class. For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty. city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

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Irish Pet Contest, 12:30 p.m., Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Parade at 2 p.m., at Benton Avenue and Commercial Street, south on Boonville Avenue to Park Central Square, to Elm Street. For information, visit springfieldstpatsparade.com.

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Skateboarding fundamentals, safety, and park etiquette. Registration is required. Cost is $45. For information, call 868-8758 or visit parkboard.org. Springfield Skate Park, 945 W. Meadowmere St., Springfield.

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Dance with Me with Springfield Ballet, Wednesdays, March 21-May 9, 9:30-10 a.m.

For ages 2 and 3 with an adult. Simple stretches, basic dance steps, and working together in a group. For information, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org/ school. Springfield Ballet, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield.

22 Thursday

Opening night of “Madagascar Jr.: A Musical Adventure” at Springfield Little Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Alex the lion and his friends escape from New York City’s Central Park Zoo and end up on an unexpected voyage. For tickets and dates, call 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield.

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23 Friday

Musical Moments Mommy & Me classes, weekly on Fridays from March 23-April 27, 10-10:45 a.m. Parent/child program for ages 0-5, adapted for children of all abilities.

Cost: $65-85. To register or for information, call 890-4656 or visit theracareozarks.com.

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TheraCare Outpatient Services, 3023 S. Fort Ave., Suite B., Springfield.

24 Saturday

Easter at the Farm at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Crafts, inflatables, pony rides, yard games, and the Easter Bunny.

Bring a camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny. Free admission; some activities have a small fee. For info, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146., Springfield.

25 Sunday

“Little Red Riding Hood” Children’s Workshop, Springfield Ballet, 3:30-5 p.m.

Children ages 3-8 will engage in an afternoon of fun with a craft, story time, dancing, and games. Parents see a performance at 4:40 p.m. Registration and payment deadline is March 23. For information, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org. Springfield Ballet, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield.

27 Tuesday

Easter Egg Hunt and story time, 10:30 a.m.noon. For information, call 581-2432 or visit christiancountylibrary.org. Christian County Library, 1005 N. 4th Ave., Ozark.

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StoryWalk® at the Springfield Botanical Center, 10 a.m. Featuring “Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?” by Rita Gray and Kenard Pak. The StoryWalk® will be available until April 20. For information, call 882-0714 or visit thelibrary.org. Springfield Botanical Center, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield.

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Sensory-Safe Easter Egg Hunt, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For children with special needs and their families. Free admission, but a ticket is required for each guest. For information, call 890-4656 or visit facebook.com/includeozarks or email info@includeozarks.org. Event at the Shrine Mosque, 601 E. St. Louis St., Springfield.

Easter Egg Hunt at James River Church, 9 a.m.noon. Locations: south campus at Hwy 65 and CC, west campus at Hwy 60 and Hwy FF, and north campus at Interstate 44 and West Bypass. For information, call 417-581-5433 or visit jamesriver.org. See ad on page 9.

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