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Refrigerator Notes In this issue.. OK, December. You’re here. It’s time to think back on 2020—and heave a collective sigh. We’ve lived with the pandemic for more than nine months. Does it feel like we’ve labored this baby? There’s a lot of hope and promise living in the blank pages of our 2021 calendars. And while we might have a few choice words for 2020, maybe our time is better spent thinking about the good that came from this year. We saw the good in ourselves and learned a thing or two. Spend some time reflecting with your bigs and littles: • What good did you experience in 2020? Did you read an interesting book or learn a fun game? Maybe you painted a room or cleaned out the basement to make a play or craft area. Did you explore a new park or trail? • What have you learned about yourself? Are you more or less patient or forgiving than you thought you were? • How can you improve your shortcomings? How do you make those good habits stick? • What did you learn you could live without or with less of? What are you grateful that you had? Our Kids Directory family wishes you and your family a blessed, safe, and healthy holiday season. Remember—Wear your mask, and wash your hands. |
Features
Kids Eat Free (or almost free)....Starts on page 6 Holiday Gift Guide........................... 14, 18 Event Calendar................................ 16–17
Boutiques, Consignment & Resale
Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale....back cover
Business Opportunities
Hidden Values Publishing........................ 8
Childcare, Preschools, & Instructional Programs
Discovery Garden Montessori.................. 3 Ozarks Regional YMCA............................. 9 Sac River Stables..................................... 8 Sylvan Learning Center.......................... 17
Entertainment, Parties, & Events
Dickerson Park Zoo.................................. 7 Ozarks Public Television......................... 19 Springfield Art Museum........................... 8 “The Nutcracker” at Springfield Ballet...... 5 Springfield-Greene County Parks............. 3 Springfield-Greene County Library........... 8 Springfield Little Theatre....................... 13 Springfield Symphony............................ 15
Hair Salons
Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids.............. 8
Healthy Kids/Healthy Families
CoxHealth................................................ 2 Expedition Pediatric Dentistry................. 11 Pierce Vision Specialists........................... 9 TheraCare Outpatient Services................. 9 TheraFUN Occupational Therapy.............. 3
~Melinda, parent of a teen & publisher
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Melinda Arnold: Parent/Publisher/Owner
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Kids Eat FREE
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The original original, most comprehensive guide in the Ozarks! Due to restrictions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants may modify or temporarily suspend Kids Eat Free offers. 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 opened up limited dining room seating. Thank you for supporting our local and locally owned/managed restaurants! 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 priced at $10 or more. For ages 12 and younger. Dine-in only.
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EVERY DAY
America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free daily.
Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 862-7777. Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.
HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 882-0300. Children age 3 years and younger eat free every day. Drink not included. Dine-in only.
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. Maximum of three free meals. Dine-in only.
Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Mon-Fri after 5 p.m.; Sat-Sun all day. Mention listing for one free Kidz Meal with purchase of one 8-inch sub, chips, and drink meal. Child must be present. For kids age 11 and younger. Not valid with other promotions, coupons, or radio/TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349.
McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Family Day, all day. Must purchase adult meal to get free kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Limit two free kids’ meals per adult entrée. 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.
MONDAY
5 Spice China Grill, 2058 S. Glenstone Ave., 799-0215. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entree. For ages 12 and younger, after 4 p.m. Drink not included. Dine-in only.
SUNDAY
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, 900 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield, 881-9464. All day, 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. Dine-in only. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Continued from page 6 Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell, Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s Springfield, 887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal meal (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase purchased. Offer also good on Tuesday. of an adult entrée.
TUESDAY
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 regularpriced entrée. Same offer on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
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. 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.
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 kids’ menu with each paying adult. Excludes kids’ meal upgrades.
Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for a child age 12 or 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.
NoBaked Cookie Dough, 1364 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 988-1009. One half-priced single scoop cup for kids 12 and younger with the purchase of a single scoop. Child must be present to receive offer. One free offer with each full-priced scoop purchased. 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, two Springfield locations: 1318 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-1565; 3233 E. Sunshine St., 771-5080. Kid’s pita and drink for 99 cents with purchase of a full-priced adult pita, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only.
Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for 99 cents with the purchase of an adult combo meal, 4 p.m. to close. Offer also good on Thursday. McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747; and 703 McCroskey St., Nixa, 725-9299. Kids 12 and younger eat free after 5 p.m., with purchase of adult meal. Limit two kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only.
The Roost Bar & Grill, 4216 S. Cox Rd. #112, 612-9050; 2025 W. Sunshine St. #104, 865-4000. Get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée 5–9 p.m.
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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Continued from page 10
Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-334-3880. All day, children age 9 and younger get one free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée. Child must be present.
The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo. 417-345-1277. Dine-in only. Kids eat free off the kids’ menu only, 4-8 p.m. One free kid’s meal per paid adult meal. Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 868-0042. Dine-in only. One free kid’s plate for kids 12 and younger with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m.
Pizza Ranch, 2825 S. Glenstone, Springfield, 319-5021; 1464 MO-248, Branson, 337-5060. Kids 12 and younger get one free buffet with an adult buffet purchase, 4 p.m.-close.
THURSDAY
Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., 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 kids’ menu ($4.25 or less) for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased. For kids 10 and younger. Dine-in or curbside pick-up available.
Archie’s Italian Eatery, 1410 E. Republic Rd., 720-1763. All day, kids eat free with an adult entrée purchase. Doe’s Eat Place, 935 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 833-7818. Kids 12 and younger eat free all day. Up to two kids’ meals with purchase of adult entrée. Limit two kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only.
Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 831-7829, and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 335-5450. After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.
Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for 99 cents with purchase of an adult combo meal, 4 p.m. to close.
Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. Offer also good on Monday.
SATURDAY
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.
Zaxby’s, 3220 E. Sunshine St., Springfield, 368-0423. Get up to two a 99-cent kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult meal, 5-8 p.m. This location only.
WEDNESDAY
Andy B’s, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-1234. Kids 12 and younger get one free kids’ meal with every menu item purchase of $9 or more. Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Lebanon, 532-1777. Get one free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include all-you-can-eat. Dine-in only. Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 889-2445. Buy one regular 10-inch pizza and get one free. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Holiday Gift Guide
Kids Directory is here to help you make holiday shopping as stressfree as possible while you support our local advertisers. Conquer your gift list with time left over for holiday fun with your kiddos. And, remember to let these businesses know you saw them in Kids Directory!
Haute Tot Upscale Children’s Resale
1975 E. Independence • Springfield 417-720-1602 hautetotupscalekidsresale.com Shop like it’s Haute for the holidays. Gently used clothing, baby equipment, furniture, toys and books––plus men’s, women’s and maternity clothes––all at affordable prices make holiday shopping an upscale experience without the upscale price. With Haute Tot, you can shop safely and in style. Personal shoppers, curb-side pickup upon request, and attentive customer service make your holiday shopping stress-free. Gift cards make a perfect gift for busy moms, new grandparents, and budget-conscious families. See ad on back cover.
Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids
900 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-889-4386 • haircutsarefun.com Gift certificates for haircuts, hair products and accessories. MondayFriday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: infant through adult. See ad on page 8.
Dickerson Park Zoo
1401 W. Norton Rd. • Springfield 417-883-1570 • dickersonparkzoo.org Give a gift that inspires, educates, entertains, connects with nature, and helps save animals. Give a Friends of the Zoo membership, and get a year of free admission–plus, invitations to special, membersonly events; and discounts at the cafe, gift shop, and on education classes. Join the FOZ family and join a mission of seeing, connecting, and protecting wild animals and wild places. See ad on page 7.
Sac River Stables
5798 N. Farm Road 125 • Springfield 417-742-4200 • sacriverstables.com Gift certificates are available for riding lessons, horse day camps, and birthday parties. Sac River Stables is a family-owned business, conveniently located five minutes north of Springfield and five minutes from the Frisco Highline Trail on a 200-acre farm bordered by the Little Sac River. Instructors are CHA-certified, and the facility is accredited through CHA and Girl Scouts- and Boy Scouts-approved to earn horse badges. See ad on page 8.
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Holiday Store for Kids at the SpringfieldGreene County Library District. Shop online or in person for gifts priced from 25 cents to $10. Shop at thelibrary.org/ holidaystore and pick up items in two to three days. Shop from the display at The Library Center Dec. 1–8, 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m., for same-day pickup. Shop at the Library Station Dec. 1–20, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and pick up in two to three days. For information, call 883-6936 or visit thelibrary.org. See ad on page 8.
CALENDAR
Remember, in response to the coronavirus pandemic, event details may change after Kids Directory goes to the printer. While we strive to provide accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events with the host.
Thursday–Sunday, Dec. 3–13
“It’s a Wonderful Life” presented by Springfield Little Theatre. For tickets, dates, and times, call 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 13.
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Fridays–Sundays, Dec. 4–20
Festival of Lights at Jordan Valley Park, 5:30-11 p.m., daily. Free admission. For information, visit parkboard.org. Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield. See ad on page 3.
Candy Cane Lane, 5-8 p.m. Drive through holiday displays and more than 10,000 lights at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. Open weather permitting. Cost: $5/vehicle (cash or card payments). Concessions available for purchase. For information, call 8375949 or visit parkboard.org. RutledgeWilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad on page 3.
Through Dec. 23
The Polar Express™ at Branson Scenic Railway. This excursion transports passengers on an adventure to pick up Santa at the North Pole. Continues through Dec. 23. For dates, times, ticket prices, and reservations, call 800-287-2462 or visit bransontrain.com. Branson Scenic Railway, 206 E. Main, Branson.
Saturday, Dec. 5
“Christmas Cookies” matinee concert by the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, 11:30 a.m. Admission is free, and seating is limited. Tickets are required and are available by calling 864-6683. For information, visit springfieldmosymphony. org. Performance at Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 15.
Fridays–Sundays in December
Gardens Aglow at Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, Friday through Sunday, 5–8:30 p.m. Evening garden walk with festive lights and music. Campfires and hot drinks available. Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Face coverings and physical distancing required. For information, advanced tickets, and a full schedule, visit friendsofthegarden.org. 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 3.
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Homeschool Discount Day at Wonders of Wildlife. Discounted admission to the aquarium and wildlife galleries and learning opportunities for ages 4–17. To purchase tickets and for information, visit wondersofwildlife.org. Wonders of Wildlife, 600 W. Sunshine St., Springfield.
Saturday, Dec. 12
The Springfield Christmas Parade looks a little different this year. Drive through festive light and window displays and hear area marching bands on Park Central Square, 2–8:30 p.m. For information, visit itsalldowntown.com.
Thursday, Dec. 17
Pressed Flower Greeting Card Workshop with Friends of the Garden, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Personalize a greeting card with dried flowers from the gardens. For ages 12 and older. Cost: $3 per card. For information, call 891-1515 visit friendsofthegarden. org. Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield.
Friday–Wednesday, Dec. 18–22
“The Nutcracker” presented by Springfield Ballet. For performance dates and times, visit springfieldballet.org. The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.
Wednesday, Dec. 23, and Monday–Thursday, Dec. 28–31
Winter Wrangler Worship Day Camps, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. For children in kindergarten and older. Day camps include spiritual growth and horsemanship education in a fun environment. Register for one, some or all five days. Space is limited; register early. For information, call 742-4200 or visit sacriverstables.com. Sac River Stables, 5798 N. Farm Rd. 125, Springfield. See ad on page 8.
Merry Christmas
Monday, Dec. 28 & Tuesday, Dec. 29, or Wednesday Dec. 30 & Thursday Dec. 31
Winter Break camp at Dickerson Park Zoo for students in kindergarten and Night at the Park at Valley Water Mill Park, first grade, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Zoo tours, 7–9 p.m. Springfield-Greene County Park crafts, stories, and games. Cost: $75/ Board’s Outdoor Initiatives program FOZ member, and $90/non-member. with nature-theme ornaments and hot To register or for more information, call chocolate bar. For ages 4 and older 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. (4–17 with an adult). Cost: $5 per person. Dickerson Park Zoo. 1401 W. Norton Rd., Register by the day of the event. To Springfield. See ad on page 7. register or for information, call 833-8647 or visit parkboard.org. Valley Water Mill Park, 2450 E. Valley Water Mill Rd., Springfield.
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Little Theatre Holiday Gift Guide Springfield 311 E. Walnut St. • 417-869-1334 Continued from page 14
237 S. Florence Ave. • 417-413-2287 springfieldlittletheatre.org 411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield Give a little theatre for the holidays. 417-862-1343 • springfieldballet.org Springfield Little Theatre’s Holiday Package includes one Flex Pass (six Give the gift of ballet with season tickets to any of the 2020 shows, one tickets to Springfield Ballet’s SLT 20-ounce bottle with reusable upcoming performances. Season straw, and an SLT decal). Packages tickets include “The Nutcracker” range from $145–200 and are the (Dec. 18-23) and “Cinderella” perfect gift for your theatre-loving (April 16-18, 2021). A season of loved one. See ad on page 13. lasting memories for you and your family is waiting. In-person and Springfield Symphony at-home streaming ticket options 411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • 417-864-6683 available. (Patrons will adhere to springfieldmosymphony.org social distancing requirements of Landers Theatre.) See ad on page 5. Join the Symphony for the “Christmas Cookie Matinee,” a FREE Springfield-Greene County Library concert on Dec. 5, at 11:30 a.m. thelibrary.org Seating is limited, and tickets The Springfield-Greene County are required (available at Library system’s popular holiday springfieldmosymphony.org. Or, store for kids is going virtual in 2020. purchase tickets for the Symphony’s full “Christmas Cookies” concert at 2 Open Dec. 1-20. Visit thelibrary.org p.m. from the Springfield Symphony for details. See ad on page 8. office, 417-864-6683. Give a holiday Springfield-Greene County Park Board package for in-person or streaming 417-864-1049 • parkboard.org tickets to the remaining concerts in The Park Board has the perfect gift the Symphony’s “Comfort Food” for any fitness or outdoor enthusiast. season. See ad on page 15. Ideas range from Family Center Sylvan Learning Center memberships for Chesterfield, Dan 1830 E. Independence St. • Springfield Kinney, and Doling Family Centers 417-882-0740 • sylvanlearning.com to golf gift cards, redeemable at Sylvan Learning Center is offering any of four Park Board golf courses. Gift certificates to the parks may be homework support for December purchased for any amount, to cover 7-19 to help kids wrap up the first semester on an amazing note before program fees for tennis, basketball, the holiday break. And, teens can softball, swim lessons, summer benefit from Sylvan’s college exam camps, horseback riding, dance prep program from 15 to more classes and much more. Pair with a than 42 hours. These offers are only “Love our Parks” apparel item for available at the Springfield center. extra special surprise. ParkBoard. See ad on page 17. org/Apparel. See ad on page 3.
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