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Refrigerator Notes In this issue..

This month, I’m taking a lighter turn with Refrigerator Notes. My assistant Angela and I are cat moms to sassy black cats.

Anyone involved in cat rescue or fostering will tell you black cats are often treated poorly because of superstition. But we LOVE our little panthers.

I sought out my black cat, Jax, because I had a black cat as a child and have always wanted another one. He came to our Jax family from Watching Over Whiskers feline rescue. Angela’s Safire was one of a litter of barn cats, and Safire chose Angela’s son rather than the other Safire way around.

These two have BIG personalities.

They talk a lot and demand attention. Jax can be a jerk at times; he intentionally knocks things off shelves. But, they have their sweet moments, too. It’s not unusual for Jax to be on my desk while I work. In fact, as I designed this issue, Jax napped most of the day on my desk.

Aug. 17 is National Black Cat Appreciation Day. In their opinion, it’s a holiday to be celebrated evey day. |

Kids Eat Free (or almost free)...6, 8, 10 Education resource guide........... 12-16 August KIDS Calendar................. 20-21

Education Resources

Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield.......12 Ozark Parks & Rec.............................15 Ozarks Regional YMCA......................12 SPARC/Springfield-Greene Co. Parks....16 Sylvan Learning Center.....................15 TheraCare Outpatient Services..........15

Activities, Entertainment & Parties

Dickerson Park Zoo...........................17 Girls on the Run..................................5 Harvest Home at SEAS......................18 Itty Bitty City......................................9 Jungle Gym......................................10 KID’ATHLON.......................................9 Ozarks Public Television....................23 Sac River Stables..............................15 Springfield Art Museum......................5 Springfield Ballet..............................19 Springfield-Greene County Library....22 Springfield-Greene County Parks......22 Springfield Little Theatre..................18 Springfield Symphony.......................19 The Butterfly Palace...........................2 Wonders of Wildlife..........................11

Boutiques, Consignment & Resale

Haute Tot Kids Resale.......... back cover

~Melinda, parent of a teen & publisher Once Upon a Child..............................3 Hair Salons

Interested in advertising?

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids.......15

email melinda@springfieldkids.com

Healthy Kids & Healthy Families

Melinda Arnold: Parent/Publisher/Owner ©2021-2022 Kids Directory/Fusion Link Communications LLC. This directory, in part or whole, cannot be reproduced or copied without written permission. 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. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 800-960-6788.

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Expedition Pediatric Dentistry.............2 Little Grins Dental..............................7 Pierce Vision Specialists......................7

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Kids Eat FREE The original original, most comprehensive guide in the Ozarks!

or almost free

Restaurants may modify or temporarily suspend Kids Eat Free offers and operating hours. We do our best to publish accurate information.

Please call ahead to confirm offers. Some restaurants may limit service to carry-out and/or curb-side pick-up only while others have dining room seating. Thank you for supporting our local and locally owned and managed restaurants. Want to advertise your restaurant or know about a deal not listed? Email melinda@springfieldkids.com!

EVERY DAY

MONDAY

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. Kids age 3 and younger eat free every day. Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, and 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-866-2700, in Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée. Same offer available on Tuesday and Wednesday.

WEEKDAYS

Village Inn, all Springfield locations. Get one kid’s meal for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal purchased. Offer good all day, Monday through Friday.

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Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-862-7777. Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. Cannot be combined with offers or coupons.

Pasta Express, for dine-in only at four Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic Rd., 417-888-3048; 3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-890-1345; 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., 862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield, 417-866-5527. Free kid’s meal 417-885-0030. Free kid’s meal for kids age 12 and younger with purchase of an adult with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Choose junior cashew chicken entrée, 3-9 p.m. or junior sweet and sour. Maximum of Springfield Brewing Company three free meals. Dine-in only.

305 S. Market Ave., Springfield, 417-832-8277. Kids eat free with the Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only.

Branson, 417-334-3880. Kids age 9 and younger get a free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée. Child must be present.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Continued from page 6

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued at $8 or more, after 4 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

The Roost Bar & Grill, 4216 S. Cox Rd., 417-612-9050; 2025 W. Sunshine St., 417-865-4000. Free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée, 6-10 p.m.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons. Wednesday and Thursday also.

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Luco’s Pizza, 2925 W. Republic Rd., Springfield, 417-315-8586. Get a free kids’ pizza per child with the purchase of any food item. Dine-in or carry-out.

NEW! HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. After 4 p.m., one free kids’ grill meal per adult grill meal for kids ages 10 and younger.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, and 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-866-2700, in Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée.

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

Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location only, 807 N. Main St., 417-725-6803. One free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased, 5-8 p.m.

Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m.

McAlister’s Deli, for dine-in only at locations in Springfield and Republic: 210 W. Sunshine, 417-831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 417-890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy., 417-866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 417-888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 417-732-4747. Purchase an adult meal and receive a 99-cent kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Offer good from 5-9 p.m.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, Two locations: 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-890-1212, Springfield; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 417-582-2776. Dine-in only, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., one free kids’ meal ($4.25 or less) for kids age 10 and younger for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased.

Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829, and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-335-5450. After 4 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Continued from page 8

Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-868-0042. Dine-in only.

Andy B’s, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., One free kid’s plate for kids age 12 and 417-883-1234. Kids age 12 and younger get a free kids’ meal with every menu item younger with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. purchase of $9 or more.

WEDNESDAY

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, and 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-866-2700, in Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée.

FRIDAY

Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829. All day, get one free kids’ entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

SATURDAY

McAlister’s Deli, for dine-in only at locations in Springfield and Republic: 210 W. Sunshine, 417-831-4450; Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Lebanon, 417-532-1777. 1460 E. Primrose, 417-890-5250; One free kids’ meal for each adult meal 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy., 417-866-2331; purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 417-888-0899; all-you-can-eat. Dine-in only. and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 417-732-4747. Purchase an adult meal and Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one regular receive a 99-cent kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Offer good all day.

10-inch pizza and get one free on certain pizza selections.

Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo. 417-581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal 417-345-1277. Dine-in only. Kids eat free with purchase of an adult entrée, 4-8 p.m. off the kids’ menu only, 4-8 p.m. One free Only for children ages 10 and younger. kid’s meal per paid adult meal.

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Tutoring & Education Enrichment Before- & After-School Programs Therapuetic Services

Let’s get the new school year started off on the right foot. Would your child benefit from an academic boost or enrichment? Do you need a before- or after-school program or a therapeutic service to help your child reach his or her potential?

These great service providers are ready to assist you and your child. When you talk with them, please tell them you saw their information here in Kids Directory.

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Education Resources Guide Academic Enrichment & Tutoring Sylvan Learning Center

1830 E. Independence St. • Springfield • 417-268-9392 • sylvanspringfield.com Sylvan’s certified educators help your child move forward, no matter the challenges on the horizon. In-center instruction is delivered in a smallgroup setting. Private, live remote, and in-center instruction is available.

Schedule a subject assessment today to learn how Sylvan’s 40-plus year program can create a better tomorrow. Tutoring is available for math, algebra, reading, writing, and study skills. College-readiness experts help teens with individual SAT and ACT test preparation. Your student receives a personalized plan with monthly parent conferences and frequent progress assessments. Sylvan’s professionals will attend school meetings and communicate with your child’s teacher, too. See ad on page 15.

Before- & After-School Programs Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield

Fremont Unit: 2814 N. Fremont Ave. O’Reilly Unit: 2205 W. Kearney St. Henderson Unit: 835 W. Calhoun St. Sertoma Unit: 2524 S. Golden Ave. McGregor Unit: 1221 W. Madison St. Stalnaker Unit: 1410 N. Fremont Ave. Musgrave Unit: 720 S. Park Ave. Marshfield Unit: 660 N. Locust St. 417-862-9249 • bgclubspringfield.org (Marshfield open Mondays only) Before- and after-school programs with Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield enable youth ages 5-18, to participate in a variety of fun activities, promoting good character and citizenship, healthy lifestyles and academic success! Through BGCS, youth have access to after-school meals and supportive relationships with caring adults. Eight unique locations serve more than 2,300 kids throughout the Springfield-metro area. Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield also provides year-round sports opportunities. Register today at bgclubspringfield.org/register. See ad on page 12.

Ozark Parks Afternoon Kids Club

Ozark Community Center • 1530 W. Jackson St. • Ozark 417-581-7002 • ozarkmissouri.com/545/Child-Care-and-Camps The OC provides after-school activities for students in kindergarten6th grade. Times: Monday-Thursday, 3:30-6 p.m., Friday, 2:30-6 p.m.

Transportation is provided from Ozark schools to The OC. The program The guide continues on page 16.

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Education Resources Guide

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includes swimming, gym games, homework time, crafts, and snacks.

Register online or at the OC front desk. Prorated tuition in shorter school months. See ad on page 15.

SPARC

Office: 300 E. Harrison • Springfield • 417-837-5737 • parkboard.org/SPARC SPARC (School-Parks Are Reaching Our Community) is a partnership between Springfield Public Schools and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board. SPARC offers licensed before- and after-school childcare programs at several school sites, providing active recreational games, engaging enrichment activities, homework assistance, specialty clubs, and beginner youth sports leagues for basketball, soccer, and volleyball.

Ozarks Regional YMCA

Springfield/Clever: 417-862-8962 Branson/Hollister: 417-337-9622 Buffalo: 417-345-1116 Lebanon: 417-588-1177 Orymca.org YMCA before- and after-school programs are structured with time for students to start homework, engage in active fun, and enjoy a snack with friends. Participating in programs like this helps boost school attendance and academic achievement. YMCA programs serve families who need quality wrap-around childcare during the school year. Staff members create a physically and emotionally safe and welcoming environment for all youth. Students are encouraged to think critically, make decisions, and solve problems. Families and the YMCA work, play, learn, and thrive together. For information about the programs offered near you, contact your nearest Ozarks Regional YMCA center. See ad on page 12.

Therapeutic Services

Theracare­—The Arc of the Ozarks

3023-B S. Fort Ave. • Springfield 417-890-4656 • theracareozarks.com TheraCare provides speech, occupational, physical, and music therapy services to children of all ages in a safe, caring environment. They offer an individualized approach to therapy that will help your child increase their pre-academic and academic skills, resulting in increased confidence in the classroom. Intensive therapy options are available. See ad on page 15.

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Drop In and Build at The Library Center.

Stop by during library hours to build with a variety of blocks and building materials.

Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. thelibrary.org See ad on page 22.

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CALENDAR

Ozarks Stream and Fountain at Jordan Valley Park, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 30-minute fountain show on the hour. Fountain Event details sometimes change after Kids Directory goes to print. While we strive to provide runs continuously from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events with the host. You’ll find Springfield. 417-866-7444 or even more events on our website, springfieldkids. parkboard.org See ad on page 9. com.

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Through Aug. 6

KID’ATHLON registration for ages 5-12.

Mini triathlon for kids at Chesterfield Park on Sept. 10. parkboard.org/kidathlon See ad on page 9.

Oceans of Possibilities summer reading program at your local Springfield-Greene County Library. thelibrary.org/summerreading See ad on page 22.

Tuesday, Aug. 2

National Night Out at Meador Park, 5-7 p.m. Event to build police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Visit with local police officers, firefighters, and park rangers, and enjoy tennis, games, and activities.

Meador Park, 2500 S. Fremont Ave., Springfield. 417-864-1049 or parkboard.org

Through Aug. 28

Watercolor USA at Springfield Art Museum. Annual exhibit of the best contemporary American water media.

FREE museum admission. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield. 417-837-5700 or sgfmuseum.org See ad on page 5.

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Wednesdays, Aug. 3 and 31

Girls on the Run program registration for girls in 3rd-8th grades. Girls build confidence, kindness, and decisionmaking skills through dynamic lifeskills lessons including the important connection between physical and emotional health. 417-763-3646 or gotrswmo.org See ad on page 5.

Try Archery Clinics at Springfield Archery Complex. One-hour clinics for beginners ages 6 and older taught by certified instructors. Registration is required.

Cost: $10/session, includes equipment.

Springfield Archery Complex at the Davis Property, 5780 S. Farm Rd. 141, Springfield. 417-874-2910 or parkboard.org

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Summer Afternoon Play at Imaginasium.

Monday-Saturday, 3-5 p.m., for $6/child.

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Friday & Saturday, Aug. 5 & 6 “Seussical Jr.” presented

by Springfield Little Theatre Education Department Summer Institute. A fantastical musical extravaganza with favorite Dr. Seuss characters. Times: 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.

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

417-869-1334 or springfieldlittletheatre.org See ad on page 18.

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Monday-Friday, Aug. 15-19

Park Day Reunion at Silver Springs Park.

Community gathering with a parade, social time, concerts, sports events, picnic, and Timmons Hall events. Silver Springs Park, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield. 417-864-1046 or parkboard.org

Krafty Kiddos EdVenture Camp at Wonders of Wildlife, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. For ages 6-8. Registration deadline is Aug. 8.

John A. Genny Morris Conservation Center, 600 W. Sunshine St., Springfield.

417-225-1162 or wondersofwildlife.org See ad on page 11.

Wednesday, Aug. 10

McDonald’s Half-Price Admission Day at Dickerson Park Zoo, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. 417-833-1570 or dickersonparkzoo.org See ad on page 17.

Monday, Aug. 22-Friday, Oct. 14

Missouri Youth Sports League volleyball at The Fieldhouse. For student athletes in Kindergarten-8th grade. Missouri Youth Sports League is a program to introduce kids to volleyball. Sunday evening Friday, Aug. 12 Insect-O-Rama at Springfield Conservation practices and Thursday night games with trained coaches. The Fieldhouse Nature Center, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Join insect specialists and enthusiasts for an evening Sportscenter, 2235 W. Kingsley St., devoted to discovering insects. Springfield Springfield. 417-874-2500 or parkboard.org Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.

Tuesday, Aug. 23-Saturday, Oct. 15 417-888-4237 Learn to Skate at Jordan Valley Ice Park, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 5:15-6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 13 Giboney Cave Tours at Doling Park, 1 p.m., Eight-week progressive skating instruction classes for all ages including eight free 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. Explore myths, facts, public session passes. Taught by USFS and history of Giboney Cave at Doling Park. Activities subject to weather and bat and PSA coaches. Cost: $100/skater, includes skate rental and $16 annual USFS activity. For ages 4 and older (4-17 with membership. Jordan Valley Ice Park, an adult). Cost: $5/person or $16/family 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield. of four. Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St., 417-866-7444 or parkboard.org Springfield. Outdoor Initiatives, 417-833-8647 orparkboard.org August 2022

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