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Happy fall, families!

Cooler days, falling leaves, everything flavored with pumpkin spice – must be October! This month in southwest Missouri you can find a HUGE array of fall festivals and trunk-or-treats. You’ll find several October events in our Kids Calendar starting on page 24. But for even more family-friendly events, go to our website – www.springfieldkids.com – for the most current, compete list of fall fun! Remember to tell our advertisers that you found them in Kids Directory – thank you!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers Features

Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Kids Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Amusements & Entertainment Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center . . . . . . . . .8 Apple Butter Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Branson Scenic Railway Polar Express . . . . . . .8

New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center . . . . . . . . .8 All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Creava School for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . .27 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Sky Zone Trampoline Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Springfield-Greene County Park Board . . . . . . . . .17

Fieth Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Itty Bitty City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 James River October 31 Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Moxie Cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Pets and Pumpkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Apple Butter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Rock4Kidss Zombie Walk/Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Sky Zone Trampoline Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Springfield-Greene County Park Board . . . . . . . . .17 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Springfield Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve . . . . . .31

Professional Services J Rosa Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Childcare and Education The Goddard School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Restaurants Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Chick-fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Churches Grace Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Wesley United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Furniture & Decorating Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Health & Wellness Gardner Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Parkcrest Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 TheraCare Outpatient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Vision Clinic Ozark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Instructional Camps, Programs & Lessons A&B Dance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Creava School for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Hidden Hill Equestrian Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . .27 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Schoolie*gigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Kathy Fridge, Owner & Publisher phone: 417.234.5040 e-mail: Kathy@springfieldkids.com mail: P.O. Box 1198 • Nixa, MO 65714 web: www.springfieldkids.com facebook: Greater Springfield Kids Directory twitter: spfldkidsdirectory • pinterest: gskidsdirectory Kathy Trumbly, Web Guru and Designer Danielle Shepard, Special Features & Calendar Editor Danielle@springfieldkids.com – 417.689.0409 Robin, Danielle, Sean, Sherri, Jennifer, Kathy T. and Kathy F. distribute 14,000 directories each month to more than 600 locations in SW Missouri.

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Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Kids Directory 2016. This directory, in part or whole, is not to be reproduced or copied without written permission. The Kids Directory reserves the right to refuse any advertising for any reason. Readers should verify advertised information with advertisers. Kids Directory® is a registered trademark of Hidden Values, Inc. 214.559.7283. We are expanding our network of Kids Directories. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 1.800.960.6788. For information about advertising in The Kids Directory, call 417.234.5040.

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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 handy and the 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.

EVERYDAY

America’s Incredible Pizza Company - 887-3030 - 2850 S. Campbell - Kids 3 & under eat free daily!

George’s Steakhouse - 339 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield - 831-6777 - Get one free kids meal from the children’s menu (kids 10 and under) with each adult entree purchased at $7.49 or above. Dine in only.

HuHot - 2825 S. Glenstone Avenue, Springfield - 882-0300. Children ages 3 years and younger eat free everyday! Excludes Drink.

Dine in only.

Quizno’s - 2043 E. Independence - 877-0606. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive 1 Kidz Meal free with the purchase of 1 adult regular sub meal. Child must be present to receive a free kids meal. For kids 11 years and younger. Not valid with any other promotions, coupons and radio or TV certificates. Dine in only. Code CLU5349.

Springfield Family Restaurant - 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield - 883-0900. Get one free kids menu item with the purchase of one adult entree valued at $7 or more from 4-9 p.m. Dine in only. Not to be combined with other offers.

SUNDAYS

Billy Sim’s Barbecue - 2926 S. Campbell - 823-2177. Kids 13 & under eat free with paid adult meal. May receive up to 2 free kids meals per adult entree, only 1 meal per child. Dine in only. Child must be present, no other coupons or discounts apply with this offer. Also 4 p.m. to close on Wednesdays.

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464 and 2725 N. Kansas Expressway in Springfield - 865-2999. All day at both locations, all kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are just $1.99 with purchase of adult entree. If child chooses a side item other than french fries, there is an additional charge. Dine in only.

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

Houlihan’s - 2421 N. Glenstone - 862-7777 and 2110 E. Republic Rd., 883-3434 -Kids 10-years and younger eat for just $1.99. Not to be combined with any other offers or coupons.

King's Asian Chef - 1336 N. Glenstone Ave. - 866-5527. One child gets a free kids meal with every adult combo meal or entree purchased. They can have their choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Dine in only. Same deal on Tuesdays and Thursdays, too!

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.

Newk's Eatery - 2639 S. Glenstone - 889-0250. Today is Family Day! Kids meals are 99¢ with an adult purchase, all day. Get up to two kids meals with each adult purchase.

Ocean Zen Pacific Rim - 4117 S. National Ave. - 889-9596. For kids 12 years and younger, get one free selected kids menu item with the purchase of an adult entree from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 – Get 1 kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under from 4-10 p.m.

Schlotzsky’s Deli - 4132 S. Campbell Ave. Only this location. 889-2445. From 4 p.m. to close, Sundays, get one free kids meal with each adult Deli Meal Deal purchased which includes a chip, drink, sandwich or pizza.

Steak ‘n Shake – 3755 S. Campbell Ave. – 882-7164, 3247 E. Battlefield – 889-7887, 1550 S. Glenstone Ave. – 887-0906, 2760 N. Glenstone Ave. – 863-9072, 1158 E. St. Louis St. – 866-6109. Get one free kids meal for each $8 spent. Dine in only.

MONDAYS

5 Spice Asian Flavors - 711 McCroskey St. in Nixa, 724-8270. Kids eat free, 4:30 p.m.-close, one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree. Free for kids up to 12 years of age. Dine in only.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant - 2118 S. Campbell in Springfield - 887-1401. All day, get 1 free kids meal (for ages 10 and under) with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage.

Bair's All-American Sports Grill - 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 725-3777. 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 368-5919. 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 8662700. 1644 US Highway 60 E, Republic, 732-5077. All day, Kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regular-priced entrée. Same deal on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, too!

Buckingham's BBQ Restaurant - 606 W. Mount Vernon in Nixa - 724-2344. One free kids meal with purchase of an adult meal and tea or soft drink for ages 12 and younger, 5-9 p.m. Nixa only.

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 Tuesdays and Wednesdays, too.

Fuddruckers - 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave. – 655-1200. Get one kids meal for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult combo meal from 4 p.m.-close.

Leong's Asian Diner - 1540 W. Republic Rd - 887-7500 - After 4 p.m., kids get 1 free kids meal from kids menu with each paying adult.

Kids 12 years and under. Excludes upgrades on kids meal. For menu info, visit leongsasiandiner.com.

Pasta Express – 3025 W. Republic Rd. – 888-3048, 3250 E. Battlefield Rd. – 890-1345, 603 S. Kimbrough – 862-7833, 321 E. Battlefield Rd. – 885-0030. Kids 12 and under get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée from 3-9 p.m. Dine in only.

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MONDAYS - continued

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

Subway – Branson locations: 109 Branson Landing, 1101 Branson Hills Pkwy., 1494 State Hwy 248, 2050 W. Hwy 76, 607 State Hwy 165, Ste. 3, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Ste. 110. 185 Southtowne Blvd., Hollister and 14974 US Hwy 160, Forsyth. All day, kids 12 and under, get one free kids meal with a purchase of a 6-inch meal deal or a footlong sub. Child must be present to get the deal.

Village Inn - All locations, all day - Get 1 kids meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. Same deal on Tuesdays

TUESDAYS

Big Whiskey's - 311 Park Central - 862-2449, 1440 W. Republic Rd. - 882-2249, 1550 E. Battlefield Rd. - 883-5999, 602 N. 25th St., Ozark – 485-3800, 301 Branson Landing, Branson – 417-334-4478. One free kids meal with the purchase of 1 adult entree, 5-9 p.m. All locations.

Bob Evans Restaurant - 2651 N. Glenstone Ave. - 864-8184. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree 4p.m. to close. Dine-in only. Ages 12 years and younger. Also includes a kid friendly activity.

Coyote's Adobe Cafe - 807 N. Main in Nixa - 725-6803 – From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids meal for kids 12 and younger for each adult entree purchased. Also, parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m. Magician from 6-8 p.m. This is for ONLY the Nixa location.

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

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe – 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville – 443-2000. One child 12 and under will receive one free kids meal with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or higher. Dine in only. Not to be combined with other offers or coupons. Deal on Wednesdays and Thursdays, too.

Junction Café - 8376 W. FR 68 (Corner of 160 & 123) in Willard -742-2222 - 4-9 p.m. purchase any adult meal and get up to 2 free kids meals. Kids 10 and under. Children must be present.

Lone Star Steakhouse - 201 Wildwood Dr. S. Branson - (417) 336-5030. Receive 1 kids meal free with the purchase of 1 adult entree for kids ages 12 & under after 4 p.m. Not to be combined with coupons or any other discounts.

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, Republic -732-4747. Kids 12 and under eat free 5-9 p.m. Must buy adult meal to get free kid meal. Limit 2 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 – 417-881-0022 – All day, children 9 and younger get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Child must be present to get the deal.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 – All day, Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under. Children get to decorate their own sugar cookie from 4-9 p.m.

Pizza Hut - Springfield – W. Sunshine & Glenstone locations. Get one free buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids 10 years and under.

Prima’s Mexican Grill - 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #a100 - 823-7180, 3662 S. Glenstone Ave. - 890-1212 and 1769 James River Rd. in Ozark - 582-2776. At all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get one kids meal from kid’s menu free ($4.25 or less) for each adult meal purchased for kids 10 and under.

Ruby Tuesday – 2725 N. Glenstone Ave. – 831-7829, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave. - 889-5866, 4121 S. National Ave. - 881-9222, 715 N. McCroskey St, Nixa - 724-8080, 900 N. Old Towne Ave., Republic - 732-8640, 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson - 335-5450. One free kids entrée with one adult purchase after 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS

Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders - 4560 S. Campbell Ave. - 720-4414. Get a child's menu item for just $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entree. Dine in only, 5-8 p.m. Children 12 years and younger. Don't forget their Build Your Own Pizza Night on Tuesday evenings, 5-8 p.m! See ad on page 7.

Famous Dave’s BBQ – 4406 S. Campbell Ave. – 877-8646. After 4 p.m., Kids 12 and under can get a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entry. Famous Wilbur the Pig will be in the store from 6-8 p.m.

Newk's Eatery - 2639 S. Glenstone - 889-0250. Kids night from 3 p.m.-close. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. Get up to two kids meals with each adult meal purchase. Also, there’s Family Day on Saturdays!

Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262 - Kids 4-10 years eat free from the buffet with an adult purchase, from 5-8 p.m. Kids 3 and younger eat free every day.

Whole Hog Cafe -224 W. Sunshine St.- 868-0042. 5-9 p.m., kids 12 and under get one free kids plate with purchase of one adult plate.

Dine in only.

Zio's Italian Kitchen - 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield - 889-1919. Get a kids meal for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids 12 and under. Dine in only.

THURSDAYS

Captain D’s - 2964 S. National - 881-6098 - All day, get up to 2 kids meals for just 99¢ each with the purchase of adult entrée costing $5 or more. For kids 12 years and younger. Child must be present. Dine in only.

Chick-fil-A – 3700 S. Glenstone Ave. - 890-5800. Every Thursday night from 5-8 p.m. at Chick-fil-A on Glenstone is Kids Family Night! Kids get to create a craft and get an Icedream® Sundae for FREE! See ad on page 9.

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SATURDAYS Newk's Eatery - 2639 S. Glenstone - 889-0250. Today is Family Day! Kids meals are 99¢ with an adult purchase, all day. Get up to two kids meals with each adult purchase.

Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262. Kids 4-10 years eat from the buffet for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult buffet. Kids 3 and younger eat free every day.

Rosie Jo's Cafe – Ozark - 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark - 581-6047. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of a $7.99 entree from 4-8 p.m.

Only for children ages 10 years and younger.

Steak ‘n Shake – 3755 S. Campbell Ave. – 882-7164, 3247 E. Battlefield – 889-7887, 1550 S. Glenstone Ave. – 887-0906, 2760 N. Glenstone Ave. – 863-9072, 1158 E. St. Louis St. – 866-6109. Get one free kids meal for each $8 spent. Dine in only.

If you know of a kids deal we don’ t have here, just email the details to Kathy@springfieldkids.com.

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Homework a Nightmare?

Do homework assignments fail to make it home?

Or are they incomplete? Do you have to sit with your child every minute to get homework done? Does your child cry while doing homework? Is homework a constant battle?

We can help!

Katie Galbraith, OD Carol L. Scott OD, FCOVD

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Instill in your child a life-long love of music!

Children’s Music Academy teaches students piano and keyboard playing, singing, harmony, rhythm, note reading, ear training, composition, ensemble playing, recorder and guitar in a fun, positive and creative atmosphere.

Our weekly, 1-hour group classes are for children 3 to 9 years.

ChildrenLearnMusic.org

For info or to enroll, call 417.425.4618 or email DonnaC@childrensmusicacademy.org.

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Every child is a star at All-Star!

1 Month FREE!

Call today!

417.725.1304

1 month FREE with paid 2nd month and registration fee!

New students only and not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 11/1/16.

Cheerleading classes age 3+ years Competitive cheerleading Gymnastics 18 months-18 years Tumbling • Birthday parties Mommy & Me Gym

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NEW DAREDEVIL classes begin in October. For boys and girls at both locations!

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Pay registration fee and 1st month, get 2nd month FREE! Exp.11/1/16. $45 value. New students only.

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Enrolling now for fall semester for ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, modern and musical theater for ages 3 through adult.

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visit mtvernonchamber.com. Located at the Courthouse Square in Mt. Vernon.

15 Saturday The annual Apple Butter Day is filled with lots of family fun! Join them for a pancake breakfast from 7-8:30 a.m. Lunch is from 10 a.m.1 p.m. Enjoy apple cider, homemade ice cream, free samples, baked goods, train rides through the woods and so much more! For more info, call Dan at 417-838-0257. Ozark Mennonite School, 2881 Oaklawn Rd., Seymour. Take U.S. 60, 2.5 miles east of Seymour, then right on Peewee Crossing Rd. for 1 mile.

See ad on page 21.

CALENDAR Submit your family-friendly 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.

October 2016 Now through October 30 Harvest Fest is five weekends of fall-themed fun at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park – corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin patch, ride the Cow Train or Grain Train, Halloween Fun Field, inflatables, Haunted Trail and more! Admission is free, some activities have a small fee. Harvest Fest is on Saturdays 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays Noon-6 p.m. Haunted Trail is open on Fridays and Saturdays 6:30-10 p.m. Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch are also open until 10 p.m. For more info, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad page 17.

15 Saturday Get ready for Southwest Missouri's largest kid and pet event – Pets and Pumpkins! Historic Commercial Street will be sectioned off for a day of fun between Robberson and Campbell from Noon-5 p.m. The event includes trick-ortreating for both human and fur kids, haymaze, inflatables, games, food, music, costume contest and more. For more info, visit facebook.com/petsandpumpkins or petsandpumpkins.com. See ad on page 29.

22 Saturday Get ready for the Rock4Kids Zombie Run/Walk for ages K-grade 8. Run or walk the Zombie race and then enjoy the activities Now through October 30 at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. This year’s The Fieth Family Farm is open for the season! registration includes many activities at Family Fun Hours are Friday evenings 6-9 p.m., Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park – face painting, Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday Nooncorn maze, hayrides, pumpkin patch and 8 p.m. Tons of activities the whole family can cow train. Registration through Oct. 15 is $15 enjoy – train rides, big bale maze, corn maze, per child. Registration Oct. 16-19 is $20 per tire mountain, rope swings, farm animals and child. For more info, contact Melissa Bondy so much more! For admission and additional at mlbondy@basspro.com or visit info, call 326-6758 or visit countrylifeinc.com. fitness.basspro.com. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Fieth Family Farm, 1663 E. 490th Rd., Bolivar.

Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See See ad on page 18. ad on page 23.

1 Saturday 27 Thursday Join the Moxie Cinema at 10 a.m. for Moxie The Springfield Symphony invites you to its Mornings. Free, fun crafts, snacks and aniannual FREE Halloween concert – Spooky mated shorts for kids ages 2-6. Moxie MornSymphony! Listen to spooky sounds and Halings are also on October 15 and 29. For more loween favorites! Wear your costumes and info, visit moxiecinema.com. Moxie Cinema, join in on the costume contest. Doors open at 305 S. Campbell Ave., #101, Springfield. See 5 p.m., concert is at 6 p.m. Seating is first ad on page 27. come, first serve. Tickets are free, but required 7 Friday – 9 Sunday Apple Butter Makin' Days is one of Missouri's popular festivals. This three-day festival is packed with family fun. Bubble gum blowing contest, apple pie eating contest and nail driving contest are just some of the few contests that will be going on during the festival. Watch as they cook apple butter on the courthouse lawn using large copper kettles. Entertainment, food, booths with hand-crafted items and fun for the kids! For more info, call 466-7654 or Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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for entry. You can pick up tickets at the Springfield Symphony office (411 N. Sherman Pkwy) or reserve by calling 417-864-6683. For more info, visit springfieldmosymphony.org. Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 20.

27 Thursday – 28 Friday Get ready for some nighttime fun during the Springfield Conservation Nature Center's October 2016

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annual Halloween Happening, 6:30-9:30 p.m. on both nights. venture out on a hike with Little Red Riding Hood as she faces her fear of the night and learns some important lessons about how animals survive in the dark. Enjoy indoor activities and games while you are waiting for a hike, along with free popcorn and soda. For more info, call 888-4237.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.

S. Glenstone Ave., Ste. C, Springfield. See ad on page18.

31 Monday HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Be safe out there!

31 Monday Trick or Treat all around the haunted, historic Landers Theatre, participate in Halloweenthemed ART and ACT-ivities and enjoy live performances from Springfield Little Theatre’s Youth Performance Troupes! Gargoyles and Ghouls is a family-friendly event, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $12 for the first child and $10 for each additional child. For reservations or more info, visit springfieldlittletheatre.org or call 869-1334. See ad on page 22.

29 Saturday Want to learn more about the Dickerson Park Zoo's Z.E.B.R.A. classes? Before trick-or-treating, join them for their Halloween Party Open House, 10:30 a.m.-Noon or 1-2:30 p.m. Show off your costumes, play games, complete a craft and meet some new animal friends at this indoor, family-friendly event! Education specialists will answer any questions you have about Z.E.B.R.A. classes. This is a free event, but call 833-1570 to RSVP. All ages are welcome. For info, visit dickersonparkzoo.org.

Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield.

31 Monday Families will love this safe and free event at James River Kids October 31st Party for grade 5 and under, 6-9 p.m. Tons of candy, giant inflatable’s, free Kettlecorn and cookies and an amazing Super Hero Show! Kid friendly costumes welcome. The October 31st Party takes place at James River Church’s three locations – South Campus (6100 N. 19th St., Ozark), West Campus (3953 W. Farm Rd. 168, Springfield) and North Campus (3225 N. Farm Rd. 123, Springfield). For more info, visit jamesriver.org.

See ad on page 19.

29 Saturday Celebrate the season with a Halloweenthemed day at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park during Halloween Fest, 4-8 p.m! Wear your costume and join in the arts and crafts, games and a hayride. Everyone is a winner, with prizes and candy at each activity. The Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze are open for an additional fee (hayride may be cancelled in rain, but all other activities will proceed). Free, some activities have a small fee. For more info, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad on page 17.

31 Monday Join Grace Chapel Church for Trunk-or-Treat, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy a night of fun - decorated trunks, candy, balloon art, face painting, games, hot dogs, popcorn and cotton candy! For more info, call the church at 887-5625 or visit grace417.org.

Grace Chapel Church – 1120 E. Plainview Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 28.

29 Saturday A&B Dance Center is having a Halloween Bash, 6-8 p.m., and you are invited! Have fun playing games, dancing, treats and more! For more info, call 881-0071 or visit abdancecenter.net. A&B Dance Center, 1740 October 2016

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