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Get ready for an adventure in the Ozarks you will never forget! At Dogwood Canyon Nature Park you can experience countless activities ranging from a journey through the canyon on a wildlife tram tour to an educational expedition at the Nature and Conservation Center.

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“A picture is worth a thousand words.” In preparing this issue of Kids Directory, we headed off to see Dr. James and his wife Jessica at Thrive Family Chiropractic for our cover photo. Our photographer, Jessica Rosa, captured Dr. James’ kind spirit and kid-friendly chiropractic practice. Our business is connecting you, our readers, to businesses and services catering to kids and families. And, Dr. James embodies both the business and family aspect of Kids Directory. ~Melinda, parent/publisher Features Where do KIDS EAT FREE?......................................6 City Pools & Aquatic Centers.............................. 22 Kids Calendar....................................................... 28 Summer Family Movies........................................ 32 Entertainment, Events & Parties Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center............... 19 Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days.......................20-21 Branson Scenic Railway “Polar Express”............. 26 Day Out with Thomas..............................................2 Dogwood Canyon.....................................................3 Itty Bitty City..........................................................9 Jack’s Ice Cream Truck......................................... 16 Moxie Mornings.................................................... 33 “Making Memories Day” by On Angels’ Wings...... 31 Springfield Conservation Nature Center.............. 34 “Broadway Revolution” with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra.................................... 37 “Family Concert in the Park” with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and Park Board........... 30 Artists, Murals & Portraits J. Rosa Photography............................................ 36 Murals by Sherri Davis......................................... 18 Business & Employment Opportunities Hidden Values....................................................... 38 Oxford HealthCare............................................... 17 Childcare and Preschool Education Developmental Center of the Ozarks................... 18 Discovery Garden Montessori School................. 23 The Goddard School............................................. 18 Kids First Preschool & Kindergarten................... 15 Kingswood Preschool Programs........................... 19 Second Baptist Child Development Center......... 16 University Child Care Center................................ 31 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids......................... 16 Health and Well-being Gardner Pediatric Dentistry............................... 14 Girls on the Run.......................................................8

Little Grins Dental...................................................9 Pierce Vision Specialists..................................... 19 TheraCare Outpatient Services........................... 17 Thrive Family Chiropractic......................................5

Summer Camps & Instructional Programs All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer.............................. 15 B*Sew Inn............................................................. 14 Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield......................... 33 Camp Invention..................................................... 25 Dance Canvas....................................................... 27 Dickerson Park Zoo.............................................. 11 Gold Medal Gyms....................................................7 Hoover Music Company...........................................8 Martial Arts USA................................................. 17 Petra Ballet Company.......................................... 23 Rick Grayson Golf................................................ 17 Sac River Stables................................................ 16 Schoolie*gigs LLC................................................. 23 Springfield Art Museum....................................... 25 Springfield Ballet................................................. 36 Springfield-Greene County Library District........ 31 Springfield-Greene County Park Board................ 13 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center......... 26 Springfield Little Theatre..................................... 35 Sylvan Learning Center............................................2 Wonders of Wildlife.............................................. 27 Professional Services Jennifer Triplett, Attorney................................... 15 Resale Boutiques & Consignment Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale............................ 40 Restaurants McDonald’s....................................................... 39 Connect with Kids Directory Online SpringfieldKids.com Follow us on Facebook Twitter @spfldkidsdirectory Instagram: springfield_kids Kathy Trumbly: Web Guru & Designer Danielle Shepard: Features/Calendar Editor, 689-0409 Casey Freeland: Social Media/Editorial Assistant

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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, and 2110 E. Republic Rd., 883-3434.

Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. 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.

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 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.

Turbo Fire Pizza, 3654 S. Campbell Ave., 501-8810. Half-price kids’ meals. Three options available: pizza, pasta, or boneless chicken bites, with a drink, $2.

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. Children age 10 and younger get one free kid’s meal with purchase of one adult entrée.

Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., 864-8400. All day, 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, two Springfield locations: 4560 S. Campbell Ave., 720-4414, and now open at 2856 S. Glenstone Ave. 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.

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.

If you know about a kids’ deal we don’t have or would like to advertise your restaurant, email melinda@springfieldkids.com.

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Splash into Summer City pools are gearing up for the swim season. We’ve collected the information you need for when, where, and how much it costs to swim. While we make every effort to publish correct information, operations and fees are subject to change.

So, we encourage you to double-check information before you don your flippers and floaties. Happy swimming–and remember your sunscreen!

Springfield-Greene County Park Board Outdoor Pools

Pool Hotline: 417-864-2099 parkboard.org/aquatics Fassnight Pool, 1300 S. Campbell Ave. Grant Beach Pool, 1300 N. Grant Ave. Meador Pool, 2500 S. Fremont Ave. Westport Pool, 3100 W. Mt. Vernon St. Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave. Operations Open May 26-Aug. 14, 1-6:30 p.m.

Fassnight, Grant Beach, and McGeeMcGregor Pools are closed Mondays.

Grant Beach and Westport Pools are closed Tuesdays. Silver Springs Pool is closed Wednesdays. Fassnight and Grant Beach Pools open weekends only Aug. 18-Sept. 3.

McGee-McGregor Wading Pool, Phelps Grove Park, 1200 E. Bennett St. Open 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.

Admission Youth (ages 3-17) and seniors, $2.50; adults $3. $1 per person or free admission with a canned food donation every day after 5:30 p.m. and during Splash-n-Sizzle events.

Events Splash-n-Sizzle: Memorial Day at Fassnight, Grant Beach, and Meador Pools, 1-6:30 p.m. Independence Day at Fassnight, Grant Beach, and Meador Pools, Noon-5:30 p.m. Labor Day at Fassnight and Grant Beach Pools, 1-6:30 p.m.

Branson Aquaplex

1501 Branson Hills Parkway 417-335-2368 bransonparksandrecreation.com Operations Opens May 26. Hours: Sunday-Thursday, noon-6 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Aug. 5-11, noon-6 p.m., everyday. Weekends only Aug. 12Sept. 3, noon-6 p.m. Pool dates and hours are subject to changes. Pool closed July 14 and 15 for swim meet.

All children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission Youth (ages 3-17), $4; adults (ages 18 and older) $5. Children age 2 and younger are free. Lap swim: $; toddler time, $2. Non-swimming spectator, $2.

Events Tropical Tuesdays: June 12, 19, and 26 and July 3, 1-5 p.m. Activities include music, hula hoop contests, limbo, and water balloon toss.

Dive-In Movie Night: July 20, 7-10 p.m. $4 per person (maximum $15 per family). Note: Season pass holders and coupons not eligible for night swim, and daytime patrons will need to re-admit for night swim.

Free Swim Days: Wednesday, June 27, and Wednesday, July 25. Noon-6 p.m.

Admission is a donation of one nonperishable food item per person.

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Nixa Aquatics Center

701 N. Taylor Way 417-725-5486 • nixaparks.com Operations Opens May 26. Open swim hours: Monday-Friday, 1-8 p.m.; Saturday, noon-8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m.

August 14 through Labor Day: Friday, 3:30-8 p.m.; Saturday, noon -8 p.m; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m.

Splash Time ($2): Mon-Thurs and Saturday, 10-11:15 a.m.

Lap Swim ($2): Mon-Thurs, 8 a.m.-noon; Saturday, 8-11:30 a.m.

Labor Day: Open Swim, noon-3 p.m.

Doggie Dive In, 3:30-5 p.m.

Admission $4 per person for Nixa residents. $5 per person for non-residents. Children age 2 and younger are free. Evening swim, 6-8 p.m., $2. Season passes available.

City of Republic Aquatics Center

711 E. Miller Rd. 417-732-3575 • republicmo.com Operations Open May 26-Sept. 3, daily, until Republic Schools are back in session.

Weekends only when Republic Schools are in session through Labor Day. Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.

Admission Everyone age 3 and older, $5. Republic residents receive $1 discount (proof of residency required). Evening swim from 6-7 p.m., $2 per person. “The Huna” add-on: $2 per person for all-day wristband. Lap swim: Monday-Thursday, 9-10 a.m., $1.50 per person. Morning splash time: Monday-Thursday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., $1.50 per person. Fee for non-swimmer: $1.50.

Ozark’s Neal and Betty Grubaugh Willard Aquatic Center 220 W. Jackson Street Outdoor City Pool 417-742-2262 • willardparks.com 907 E. Parkview 417-581-7946 • ozarkmissouri.com Operations Opens May 28. Hours: Monday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Admission Everyone age 3 and older, $3. Children age 2 and younger, free. OC annual members, free. Non-swimming adults, $1. Late swim, 4:30-6 p.m., $2.

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Splash Time: Mon.-Thurs., 11-11:45 a.m.

Lap Swim: Mon.-Thurs., 8-9 a.m.

AquaTone: Tues. & Thurs., 7:15-8 p.m.

AquaFit: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 9:15-10 a.m.

Admission Residents ages 3-54, $4.

Residents age 55 and older, $3.

Non-residents, $5.

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May 2018 CALENDAR

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 Tuesday

Kids Bowl Free at Andy B’s Restaurant and Entertainment! Children ages 15 and younger can bowl two free games every day from May 1-September 1. (No “Kids Bowl Free” on Memorial Day and July 4). To register or for information, call 883-1234 or visit andybspringfield.com. Andy B’s Restaurant and Entertainment, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 19.

4 Friday and Fridays in May

Itty Bitty Music Makers Club at Itty Bitty City, 11:30 a.m. Join this special music class designed for “itty bitties” (age 2 and older).

This interactive class encourages social play among peers and adults. Cost is $5 per child, per class. Register for one class or multiple classes. For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 9.

4 Friday and 11 Friday

Friday Night Out at the Stables at Sac River Stables, 6-9 p.m. An evening of fun for kids in kindergarten and older, while parents enjoy an evening out. Activities include horse grooming, saddling and riding, with a meal, devotion, and a Bible verse lesson. $30 per child if registered by the Wednesday prior to the night out. Last-minute registration is $35 per child. Sibling discount available. To register or for information, call 742-4200 or visit sacriverstables.com. Sac River Stables, 5798 N. Farm Rd. 125, Springfield. See ad on page 16.

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Girls on the Run Southwest Missouri Spring 5K. This family-friendly event features a 5K, games, and face painting. Pre-race celebration at 8:30 a.m., and 5K at 10 a.m. To register or for information, visit gotrswmo. org. Event at the Missouri State University campus, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 14.

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The area’s largest fine arts festival. Stage performances and hands-on area for kids.

For information, visit springfieldarts.org/ artsfest. Historic Walnut Street (between National Ave. and Kimbrough Ave.), Springfield.

11 Friday

National Public Gardens Day and season opening of the Dr. Roston Native Butterfly House, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Concert at the Peace Through People Pavilion, 6 p.m. For information, call the Springfield Botanical Gardens at 891-1515. Nathanael Greene/ Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 13.

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“The Boy Who Lived,” presented by Springfield Little Theatre, 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. both days. An education production series based on the Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling. In the production, Harry and his friends turn teachers into animals, play the wizarding game of Quidditch, and search for the Sorcerer’s Stone. Tickets are $5 per person. For tickets and information, call 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre. org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 35.

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Free crafts, snacks, and animated short films for children ages 2-6. For information, call 429-0800 or visit moxiecinema.com. The Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. See ad on page 33.

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Tickets available through the Hammons Hall box office, 836-7678 or missouristatetix.com.

Information at springfieldmosymphony.org.

Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 37.

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Springfield-Greene County Library District kicks off “Libraries Rock” summer reading program today! Times, activities, and locations vary. For information, visit thelibrary.org. See ad on page 31.

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“The Call,” presented by Petra Ballet Company & School of the Arts, 6:30 p.m.

Tickets available at eventbrite.com.

For information, call 425-9891 or visit petraballet.com. Performance at the historic Fox Theatre, 157 Park Central Square, Springfield. See ad on page 23.

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Mother’s Day at the Zoo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission for mothers today at Dickerson Park Zoo. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 11.

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Little Acorns: Turtlemania at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., and 1 p.m. Get out of your shell for some turtle-mania! Learn about Missouri’s turtles, see live turtles, and make a turtle craft. For ages 3-6; no organized groups, please. No registration required.

For information, call 888-4237 or visit mdc. mo.gov/springfield. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield. See ad on page 34.

“Conservation Kids: Humdingers” at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 6:30 p.m. For children ages 7-12. Learn about Missouri’s smallest and most energetic bird, the ruby-throated hummingbird.

Register at mdc.mo.gov/SouthwestEvents.

For information, call 888-4237. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield. See ad on page 34.

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Many public outdoor pools open today!

Check our listing on page 22!

26 Saturday

“Moxie Mornings” at The Moxie Cinema, 10 a.m.

Free crafts, snacks, and animated short films for children ages 2-6. On Saturday, May 26, also. For information, call 429-0800 or visit moxiecinema.com. The Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., Ste. 101. See ad on page 33.

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Endangered Species Day and Art Gone Wild at Dickerson Park Zoo, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Endangered species presentations and hands-on activities hosted by Friends of the Zoo and Springfield Regional Arts Council.

The zoo is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. General admission is $14 for adults and teens, $9 for children ages 3-12, $11 for seniors 60 and older; children age 2 and younger are free. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 11.

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Splash-n-Sizzle, 1-6:30 p.m., at SpringfieldGreene County Park Board pools at Fassnight Park (1300 S. Campbell Ave.), Grant Beach Park (1300 N. Grant Ave.), and Meador Park (2500 S. Fremont Ave.). Admission is $1 per person or free admission with a canned food donation. For information, visit parkboard.org.

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Summer Movies for Families B&B Theatres Kids Summer Series

Movies in the Park

B&B Theatres with Grand Screen® and Marquee Suites 620 N. 25th St. • Ozark 417-485-4078 bbtheatres.com/location/ozark-nixa-12-gs Family-friendly films rated G or PG on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 a.m. $3 per person.

For information, call 485-4078 or visit bbtheatres.com/location/ ozark-nixa-12-gs.

• June 5-7: “The Boss Baby” • June 12-14: “Trolls” • June 19-21: “Ferdinand” • June 26-28: “Captain Underpants” • July 3-5: “The Peanuts Movie” • July 10-12: “Kung Fu Panda 3” • July 17-19: “Penguins of Madagascar” • July 24-26: “Croods”

Nixa Parks and Recreation Nixa Community Center 701 N. Taylor Way • Nixa 417-725-5486 • nixaparks.com Free movies at dusk (weather dependent). Concessions available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs.

No smoking or alcohol allowed.

• May 12: “The Emoji Movie” • June 9: “Lego Ninjago” • July 21: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” • Aug. 18: “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” • Sept. 22: “Coco”

The Moxie Cinema

305 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-429-0800 • moxiecinema.com “Moxie Flix” is a free series of movies kids should see before they turn 13.

• May 18-19: “Back to the Future” (PG) • June 14-15: “Seasons” (PG) Movies at Founders Park • July 20-22: “Porco Rosso” (PG) Springfield-Greene County Park Board • Aug. 17-18: “Bringing Up Baby” (NR) Founders Park • Sept. 21-22: “West Side Story”(PG) 330 E. Water St., Springfield • Oct. 26-27: “Raiders of the Lost Ark” (PG) parkboard.org/movies “Moxie Mornings” are free one A contemporary version of the hour events at 10 a.m., with crafts, drive-in theater on Fridays and Saturday, June 8-July 28. Fridays are snacks, and animated short films for family night, and Saturdays are date children ages 2-6.

• May 12 and 26 night. All movies are rated G, PG, • June 9 or PG-13 and begin at dusk. Free • July 14 and 28 admission. Concessions available • Aug. 11 and 25 for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or blankets. Visit parkboard.org/movies for movie titles and details.

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Branson Parks and Recreation 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy. • Branson 417-335-2368 bransonparksandrecreation.com Free movies for families at the Rec-Plex soccer field. Gates open at 8 p.m., and movies begin at dusk.

Concessions available for purchase.

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

• June 1: “The Rookie” • August 10: “Cars 3” Dive-In Movie Night is Friday, July 20, featuring “Finding Dory” at the AquaPlex Pool, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Cost is $4 per person or a max of $15 per family.

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Republic Parks & Recreation J.R. Martin Park 300 E. Hines St. • Republic 417-732-3500 • theamprepublic.com Free family movies. Check the website for movie start times and additional activities on movie nights.

Concessions available for purchase.

• May 4: “Wonder” • May 19: “Sing” • June 15: “Back to the Future” • July 14: “The Little Mermaid” • Aug. 3: “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” • Sept. 8: “Lego Ninjago Movie” • Sept. 22: “Wonder Woman” May 2018

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Little Acorns

Little Acorn classes are 45-minute sessions offered monthly on nature topics for children ages 3-6 years. Registration is not required, but, please, no organized groups. For information, call 417-888-4237.

Turtlemania

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Big Mouth Bullfrogs Friday, May 18

10 or 11:15 a.m., or 1 p.m.

Saturday, May 19 10 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.

Conservation Kids: Humdingers Thursday, May 24 • 6:30–7:45 p.m.

Register mdc.mo.gov/SouthwestEvents

For ages 7-12. Special guest Sarah Driver will join us for a look at Missouri’s smallest and most energetic bird, the ruby-throated hummingbird. Learn how to attract this winged jewel to your backyard during this humdinger of a program.

Please, no younger siblings; one adult per group of kids.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center 4601 S. Nature Center Way • Springfield 417-888-4237 • mdc.mo.gov/springfield Trail hours: Daily, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Building hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

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