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Summer has been long and humid. I, for one, can’t be happier that fall begins this month. I look forward to wearing cozy hoodies and sweaters and with jeans and boots. Fall in the Ozarks brings so many hometown festivals, and the thought of apples, pumpkins, baked goods, and home crafts takes me back to my upbringing in rural southern Missouri. I love the simpler pace of small towns. It is our hope that now that you and your bigs and littles have settled into school routines you find time to get out into the Ozarks’ fall and enjoy one or many of the events in our communities. We are thrilled that you can pick up Kids Directory throughout Springfield and in many neighboring towns. Take a minute to thank the many businesses who make our magazine available to you. ~Melinda, publisher & parent of a teenager

Features Where do KIDS EAT FREE?......................................6 September Fall Festivals..................................... 24 Kids Calendar....................................................... 30 Business & Employment Opportunities Hidden Values....................................................... 32 Childcare & Preschool Education The Goddard School................................................8 Parents’ Cooperative Preschool @ Itty Bitty City......5 Entertainment, Parties, & Events Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center..................2 Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days.......................18-19 Branson Scenic Railway “The Polar Express”....... 23 Gotta Getta Limo................................................. 14 Harvest Fest @ Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park....... 25 Itty Bitty City..........................................................5 Japanese Fall Festival.......................................... 25 Jungle Gym........................................................... 21 Ozarks Public Television....................................... 22 Pets & Pumpkins.................................................. 27 Recycle Rendezoo................................................ 27 Springfield Art Museum....................................... 13 Springfield Conservation Nature Center.............. 33 Springfield-Drury Civic Orchestra........................ 33 Springfield-Greene County Library...................... 20 Springfield Little Theatre..................................... 34 Springfield Regional Opera................................... 32 Springfield Symphony Orchestra......................... 29

Financial Institutions BluCurrent Credit Union...................................... 11 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids......................... 14 Healthy Kids/Healthy Families Dynamic Strides Therapy..................................... 25 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry..................................2 Little Grins Dental................................................ 16 Musical Bridges Music Therapy........................... 21 Pierce Vision Specialists........................................8 Robert J. Grant Therapy Clinic...............................8 SafeKids Springfield............................................ 15 TheraCare Outpatient Services........................... 17 Thrive Family Chiropractic................................... 20 Instructional Classes & Programs All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer.............................. 16 Children’s Music Academy......................................3 Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland...................9 Gold Medal Gyms....................................................7 Hoover Music Company........................................ 17 Holland Studios................................................... 21 Kindermusik by Ellen............................................ 14 Martial Arts USA................................................. 17 Mathnasium............................................................8 Sac River Stables................................................ 14

Professional Services Jennifer Triplett, Attorney................................... 14 J Rosa Photography............................................. 23 Lynette Blecha Photography................................ 21 Resale Boutiques & Consignment Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale................Back cover Restaurants BYOPizza.......................................................... 13 McDonald’s....................................................... 35

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©Kids Directory 2018. This directory, in part or whole, is not to 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. 214-559-7283. We are expanding our Kids Directory network. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 800-960-6788. For information about advertising in the Greater Springfield Kids Directory, call 417-886-3478.

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Summer has been long and humid. I, for one, can’t be happier that fall begins this month. I look forward to wearing cozy hoodies and sweaters and with jeans and boots. Fall in the Ozarks brings so many hometown festivals, and the thought of apples, pumpkins, baked goods, and home crafts takes me back to my upbringing in rural southern Missouri. I love the simpler pace of small towns. It is our hope that now that you and your bigs and littles have settled into school routines you find time to get out into the Ozarks’ fall and enjoy one or many of the events in our communities. We are thrilled that you can pick up Kids Directory throughout Springfield and in many neighboring towns. Take a minute to thank the many businesses who make our magazine available to you. ~Melinda, publisher & parent of a teenager

Features Where do KIDS EAT FREE?......................................6 September Fall Festivals..................................... 24 Kids Calendar....................................................... 30 Business & Employment Opportunities Hidden Values....................................................... 32 Childcare & Preschool Education The Goddard School................................................8 Parents’ Cooperative Preschool @ Itty Bitty City......5 Entertainment, Parties, & Events Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center..................2 Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days.......................18-19 Branson Scenic Railway “The Polar Express”....... 23 Gotta Getta Limo................................................. 14 Harvest Fest @ Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park....... 25 Itty Bitty City..........................................................5 Japanese Fall Festival.......................................... 25 Jungle Gym........................................................... 21 Ozarks Public Television....................................... 22 Pets & Pumpkins.................................................. 27 Recycle Rendezoo................................................ 27 Springfield Art Museum....................................... 13 Springfield Conservation Nature Center.............. 33 Springfield-Drury Civic Orchestra........................ 33 Springfield-Greene County Library...................... 20 Springfield Little Theatre..................................... 34 Springfield Regional Opera................................... 32 Springfield Symphony Orchestra......................... 29

Financial Institutions BluCurrent Credit Union...................................... 11 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids......................... 14 Healthy Kids/Healthy Families Dynamic Strides Therapy..................................... 25 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry..................................2 Little Grins Dental................................................ 16 Musical Bridges Music Therapy........................... 21 Pierce Vision Specialists..................................... 11 Robert J. Grant Therapy Clinic............................ 11 SafeKids Springfield............................................ 15 TheraCare Outpatient Services........................... 17 Thrive Family Chiropractic................................... 20 Instructional Classes & Programs All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer.............................. 16 Children’s Music Academy......................................3 Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland...................9 Gold Medal Gyms....................................................7 Hoover Music Company........................................ 17 Holland Studios................................................... 21 Kindermusik by Ellen............................................ 14 Martial Arts USA................................................. 17 Mathnasium............................................................8 Sac River Stables................................................ 14

Professional Services Jennifer Triplett, Attorney................................... 14 J Rosa Photography............................................. 23 Lynette Blecha Photography................................ 21 Resale Boutiques & Consignment Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale................Back cover Restaurants BYOPizza.......................................................... 13 McDonald’s....................................................... 35

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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. Dine-in only.

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. Maximum of three free meals. 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. 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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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 $1 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, 5 p.m.-close. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Dine-in only. See ad on page 13.

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.

Magician from 6-8 p.m.

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. 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.

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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 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.

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Fall Festivals

Fall in the Ozarks is a wonderful time to get outside and connect with our agricultural heritage. Many communities and organizations host festivals, and we’ve collected information from many of them here for you to plan your family outings. Look for the October festivals in our next issue.

Sunday, Sept. 2

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company celebrates the growing season with Heritage Days Festival through October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Produce, music, handmade crafts, and garden speakers.

For information, call 417-924-8917 or rareseeds.com. Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, 2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield.

Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8

Seymour Apple Festival featuring entertainment, crafts, vendors, contests, parade, and a 5K. Admission is free. For hours, event schedule, and information, visit seymourapplefestival.com.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 7-8

Conway Community Days features a parade, entertainment, vendors, food, and turtle races. For hours and information, visit conwaycommunitydays.org.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 7-8

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Harvest Home festival includes games, rides, entertainment, and food. Friday, 5 p.m.midnight; Saturday, 2 p.m.-midnight.

For information, call 417-887-6472 or visit seaschurch.org. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton church, 2200 W. Republic Rd., Springfield.

Friday-Sunday, Sept. 7-9

Japanese Fall Festival explores Japanese culture in the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden celebrating Springfield’s Sister City, Isesaki, Japan. Enjoy Japanese storytelling, top spinning, folk dancing, martial arts, origami and other handson crafts, and tea ceremonies. Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost for Friday and Sunday is $7 per adult and $3 per child 12 and younger. Cost for Saturday is $10 per adult and $3 per child 12 and younger. For information, visit peacethroughpeople.org. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 25.

Saturday, Sept. 8

Bolivar Country Days includes Little Miss Country Days, kiddie tractor pulls, car show, entertainment, kids’ games and activities, and cupcake contest. For information, visit downtownbolivar.org.

Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 13-15

Autumn Daze Arts, Crafts and Musical Festival in downtown Branson. Crafts, food, and live entertainment. Event is free and open to the public. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For information, call 417334-1548 or visit downtownbranson.org.

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Fall Festivals

Fall in the Ozarks is a wonderful time to get outside and connect with our agricultural heritage. Many communities and organizations host festivals, and we’ve collected information from many of them here for you to plan your family outings. Look for the October festivals in our next issue.

Sunday, Sept. 2

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company celebrates the growing season with Heritage Days Festival on Sunday, Sept. 2 and Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Produce, music, handmade crafts, and garden speakers.

For information, call 417-924-8917 or rareseeds.com. Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, 2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield.

Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 6-8

Seymour Apple Festival featuring entertainment, crafts, vendors, contests, parade, and a 5K. Admission is free. For hours, event schedule, and information, visit seymourapplefestival.com.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 7-8

Conway Community Days features a parade, entertainment, vendors, food, and turtle races. For hours and information, visit conwaycommunitydays.org.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 7-8

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Harvest Home festival includes games, rides, entertainment, and food. Friday, 5 p.m.midnight; Saturday, 2 p.m.-midnight.

For information, call 417-887-6472 or visit seaschurch.org. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton church, 2200 W. Republic Rd., Springfield.

Friday-Sunday, Sept. 7-9

Japanese Fall Festival explores Japanese culture in the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden celebrating Springfield’s Sister City, Isesaki, Japan. Enjoy Japanese storytelling, top spinning, folk dancing, martial arts, origami and other handson crafts, and tea ceremonies. Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost for Friday and Sunday is $7 per adult and $3 per child 12 and younger. Cost for Saturday is $10 per adult and $3 per child 12 and younger. For information, visit peacethroughpeople.org. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 25.

Saturday, Sept. 8

Bolivar Country Days includes Little Miss Country Days, kiddie tractor pulls, car show, entertainment, kids’ games and activities, and cupcake contest. For information, visit downtownbolivar.org.

Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 13-15

Autumn Daze Arts, Crafts and Musical Festival in downtown Branson. Crafts, food, and live entertainment. Event is free and open to the public. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For information, call 417334-1548 or visit downtownbranson.org.

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Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14-15

Joplin Arts Fest features artists, live music, kids’ art activities, face painting, and food. Friday, 7-9 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For information, visit joplinartsfest.com. Mercy Park, 3002 St. Johns Blvd., Joplin.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14-15

Marshfield Harvest Days on the square in Marshfield. Vendors, live music, activities for children of all ages, and punkin chuckin’ on Saturday. Friday, noon-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

For information, search for Marshfield Harvest Days on Facebook.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14-15

Shakin’ in the Shell Fest two-day festival includes a car show, contests, concerts, entertainment, tournaments, shopping, and amusements. Friday, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For information, visit shellknob.com. Chamber Park, 25364 MO-39, Shell Knob.

Saturday, Sept. 15

Wilder Day is the annual celebration of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Fiddle contest, tours, and vendors at the Laura Ingalls Wilder homestead. For information, visit lauraingallswilderhome.com. Wilder Historic Home and Museum, 3060 Hwy. A, Mansfield

Saturday, Sept. 15

MO Food Truck Fest features many of the area’s food trucks, carts, and trailers serving hot dogs, sandwiches, creole, BBQ, Mexican and Tex Mex, American, Italian, Asian, Latin, Mediterranean, and sweets.

Live entertainment, vendors and family fun. Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free admission.

For information, visit mofoodtruckfest. com. Outside the Springfield Expo Center, 635 St. Louis St., Springfield.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15-16

Cider Days is a two-day arts and crafts festival on Historic Walnut Street. Cider Days is one of the largest fall festivals in southwest Missouri. Artists and crafters, performances, fall-themed activities for kids, and apple cider. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., both days. Admission is $4 per person; children age 10 and younger are free. For information, visit ciderdaysonwalnut.com. Historic Walnut Street in downtown Springfield.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15-16

1860s Lifestyle Exposition at The GrayCampbell Farmstead. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sunday, noon-4 p.m. Visit the oldest house in Springfield and enjoy living history demonstrations, a children’s costume parade on Saturday at noon, and an apple pie contest on Sunday at 3 p.m.

For information, call 417-833-2352 or visit graycampbellfarmstead.org. The GrayCampbell Farmstead, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, in Nathanael Greene Park.

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Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14-15

Joplin Arts Fest features artists, live music, kids’ art activities, face painting, and food. Friday, 7-9 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For information, visit joplinartsfest.com. Mercy Park, 3002 St. John’s Blvd., Joplin.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14-15

Marshfield Harvest Days on the square in Marshfield. Vendors, live music, activities for children of all ages, and punkin chuckin’ on Saturday. Friday, noon-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

For information, search for Marshfield Harvest Days on Facebook.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14-15

Shakin’ in the Shell Fest two-day festival includes a car show, contests, concerts, entertainment, tournaments, shopping, and amusements. Friday, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For information, visit shellknob.com. Chamber Park, 25364 MO-39, Shell Knob.

Saturday, Sept. 15

Wilder Day is the annual celebration of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Fiddle contest, tours, and vendors at the Laura Ingalls Wilder homestead. For information, visit lauraingallswilderhome.com. Wilder Historic Home and Museum, 3060 Hwy. A, Mansfield.

Saturday, Sept. 15

MO Food Truck Fest features many of the area’s food trucks, carts, and trailers serving hot dogs, sandwiches, creole, BBQ, Mexican and Tex Mex, American, Italian, Asian, Latin, Mediterranean, and sweets.

Live entertainment, vendors and family fun. Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free admission.

For information, visit mofoodtruckfest. com. Outside the Springfield Expo Center, 635 St. Louis St., Springfield.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15-16

Cider Days is a two-day arts and crafts festival on Historic Walnut Street. Cider Days is one of the largest fall festivals in southwest Missouri. Artists and crafters, performances, fall-themed activities for kids, and apple cider. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., both days. Admission is $4 per person; children age 10 and younger are free. For information, visit ciderdaysonwalnut.com. Historic Walnut Street in downtown Springfield.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15-16

1860s Lifestyle Exposition at The GrayCampbell Farmstead. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sunday, noon-4 p.m. Visit the oldest house in Springfield and enjoy living history demonstrations, a children’s costume parade on Saturday at noon, and an apple pie contest on Sunday at 3 p.m.

For information, call 417-833-2352 or visit graycampbellfarmstead.org. The GrayCampbell Farmstead, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, in Nathanael Greene Park.

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Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 20-22

Hootin an Hollarin is a three-day festival in Gainsville. Entertainment, crafts, food, games, demonstrations, and square dancing. For hours and information, visit hootinanhollarin.com.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 21-22

Marionville Applefest is a two-day festival crafts, shopping, food booths, live music, a free carnival on both days, car show, kids’ zone, and contests.

Friday, noon-10 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. For information, visit facebook. com/MarionvilleAppleFest. In downtown Marionville.

Saturday, Sept. 22

Fall on the Frisco, hosted by Willard Chamber of Commerce, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Enjoy arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, a dog costume contest, bounce houses, and live music. For information, visit willardchamber.org. On Jackson Street in downtown Willard.

Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 27-29

Black Walnut Festival is a three-day festival in Stockton. Crafts and produce booths, bands, a parade and carnival, and kiddie tractor pull. For more information, search for The Black Walnut Festival on Facebook. Stockton City Park, 206-214 Spring St., Stockton.

Friday, Sept. 28 through Oct. 28

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to the park, but some activities include a nominal fee. For information, visit parkboard.org/harvestfest. RutledgeWilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Road 146, Springfield. See ad on page 25.

Saturday, Sept. 29

Pumkin Chunkin Palooza is a familyfriendly event with live music, food, artisans, face painting, petting zoo, bounce houses, and pumpkin decorating, 10 a.m-5 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults 13 and older and $5 children ages 5-12. Children age 4 and younger are free. Family passes for $20 (maximum of six family members).

Free parking. For information, visit pumpkinchunkinpalooza.com. Ozarks Amphitheater, 2629 N. Bus. Route 5, Camdenton.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 29-30

Fair Grove Heritage Reunion features crafters, bands, food, and. For information on hours and a schedule of event, visit fghps.org. On south Main Street in Fair Grove.

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Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 20-22

Hootin an Hollarin is a three-day festival in Gainsville. Entertainment, crafts, food, games, demonstrations, and square dancing. For hours and information, visit hootinanhollarin.com.

Friday and Saturday, Sept. 21-22

Marionville Applefest is a two-day festival crafts, shopping, food booths, live music, a free carnival on both days, car show, kids’ zone, and contests.

Friday, noon-10 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. For information, visit facebook. com/MarionvilleAppleFest. In downtown Marionville.

Saturday, Sept. 22

Fall on the Frisco, hosted by Willard Chamber of Commerce, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Enjoy arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, a dog costume contest, bounce houses, and live music. For information, visit willardchamber.org. On Jackson Street in downtown Willard.

Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 27-29

Black Walnut Festival is a three-day festival in Stockton. Crafts and produce booths, bands, a parade and carnival, and kiddie tractor pull. For more information, search for The Black Walnut Festival on Facebook. Stockton City Park, 206-214 Spring St., Stockton.

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to the park, but some activities include a nominal fee. For information, visit parkboard.org/harvestfest. RutledgeWilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Road 146, Springfield. See ad on page 25.

Saturday, Sept. 29

Pumkin Chunkin Palooza is a familyfriendly event with live music, food, artisans, face painting, petting zoo, bounce houses, and pumpkin decorating, 10 a.m-5 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults 13 and older and $5 children ages 5-12. Children age 4 and younger are free. Family passes for $20 (maximum of six family members).

Free parking. For information, visit pumpkinchunkinpalooza.com. Ozarks Amphitheater, 2629 N. Bus. Route 5, Camdenton.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 29-30

Fair Grove Heritage Reunion features crafters, bands, food, and demonstrations.

For information on hours and a schedule of events, visit fghps.org. On south Main Street in Fair Grove.

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

Monday, Sept. 3 Labor Day

Thursday, Sept. 6

Musical Bridges Music Therapy Fall Strummers Ukulele Camp at TheraCare Outpatient Services, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Continues Thursdays through Oct. 25. Classes designed to address developmental skills while children learn to play the ukulele. Children of all abilities ages 4 and older welcome. For information, call TheraCare Outpatient Services at 890-4656 or visit theracareozarks.com. TheraCare Outpatient Services, 3023 S. Fort Ave., Suite B, Springfield. See ad on page 21.

Thursday, Sept. 6

Springfield-Drury Civic Orchestra opens the 2018-19 season, 7:30 p.m. Performance of Mahler’s “Symphony No. 9.” For information or to purchase tickets online, visit sdco. drury.edu. Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 33.

Friday, Sept. 7 Monday, Sept. 3

Doggie Dive In dog swim, 3:30-5 p.m. Nixa Parks & Recreation. Free for dogs; people are $2 each.

For information, call 725-5486 or visit nixaparks.com.

The X Center, 701 N. Taylor Way, Nixa.

Monday, Sept. 3

Splash & Sizzle at Springfield’s Fassnight and Grant Beach pools, 1-6:30 p.m. Admission is $1 or free with a canned food donation. For information, visit parkboard.org. Fassnight Pool, 1300 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. Grant Beach Pool, 1300 N. Grant Ave., Springfield.

Tuesday, Sept. 4

Dog Swim at Fassnight Pool, 4-7 p.m. Proceeds benefit Cruse Dog Park. Registration and proof of vaccination are required. Cost is $8 for one dog and one human. Each additional person is $3. No humans in the pool. For information, call 864-2099 or visit parkboard.org. Fassnight Pool, 1300 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

Tuesday, Sept. 4

Unleash Strong! Be a Girl Scout, 6-7 p.m! Troops are forming now. Girl Scouts is a safe, no-limits place designed specifically for girls, where they are inspired to seek new challenges, build important skills, and lead. For information, call 877-312-4764 or visit girlscoutsmoheartland.org.

Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 9.

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Musical Moments: Mommy and Me Classes at TheraCare Outpatient Services, 10-10:45 a.m.

This four-week class with Leslie Jones, board certified music therapist, will help your child have fun learning through music. Open to ages 0-5.

Continues Fridays in September. For cost and more information, call 890-4656 or visit theracareozarks. com. TheraCare Outpatient Services, 3023 S. Fort Ave., Suite B, Springfield. See ad on page 21.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 8-9

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days celebrates of outdoor adventures, outdoor skills and conservation advocacy of our natural resources and wildlife. Catch and release pond, kayak pool, air rifle ranges, archery, rock wall, aquariums, and live animals. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For information, visit conservation.basspro.com. Table Rock State Park, 5272 MO-165, Branson. See ad on pages 18-19.

Saturday, Sept. 8

Auditions for Springfield Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” 12:30-5:15 p.m. (age 5 and older by Aug. 1).

All students who audition must be enrolled in dance technique classes, not necessarily at Springfield Ballet. For details, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org. Springfield Ballet, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield.

Sunday, Sept. 9

Grandparents Day at Itty Bitty City, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Grandparents play free with a paid child admission.

For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty. city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave. See ad on page 5.

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Grandparents Day at Dickerson Park Zoo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free admission for grandparents. Admission: $9-14 based on ages. Free: age 2 and younger. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield.

Friday, Sept. 14

Springfield Little Theatre presents Disney’s “Newsies” at 7:30 p.m. Jack, a newsboy, rallies newsies to strike against unfair distribution prices. For show days and times and to purchase tickets, call 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 34.

Saturday, Sept. 15

BGCS Day for Kids and Partners in Education Fun Walk hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield. Registration and breakfast, 8:30 a.m.; walk at 9 a.m. Adults, $15; kids 16 and younger, free. Day for Kids, 10 a.m.12:30 p.m. Games, giveaways, food, inflatables, and costumed characters. For information, call 862-9249 or visit bgclubspringfield.org. Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield, 1410 N. Fremont Ave., Springfield.

Saturday, Sept. 15

Recycling Rendezoo. Bring recyclable plastics to Dickerson Park Zoo and receive $2 off admission with five items per person or 10 items per family of four. Activities, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $9-14 based on ages. Free: age 2 and younger. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo. org. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 27.

Saturday, Sept. 15

Free Family Day at Springfield Art Museum, 10 a.m.noon. Drop-in event designed to help kids and adults explore the museum through hands-on gallery and art activities. For information, call 837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum.org. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield. See ad on page 13.

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National Gymnastics Day at Gold Medal Gyms, noon-3 p.m. Performances by the gymnastics and cheer teams, open gym, inflatables, vendors, pro shop sale, and giveaway. For information, call 732-4100 or visit goldmedalgyms.com. Gold Medal Gyms, 6840 W. Republic Rd., Republic. See ad on page 7.

Saturday, Sept. 15

Springfield Symphony Orchestra opens the 2018-19 season, 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call the Hammons Hall box office at 836-7678 or visit springfieldmosymphony.org. Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 29.

Saturday, Sept. 22 Autumn Equinox First Day of Fall

Friday, Sept. 28 through Oct. 28

Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, Fridays-Sundays. Pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, and cow train. Free admission to park; some activities include a nominal fee. For information, visit parkboard.org/harvestfest.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Road 146, Springfield. See ad on page 25.

Friday, Sept. 28

Springfield Regional Opera begins the 2018-19 season with “Trouble in Tahiti,” 7:30 p.m. This jazzy operetta portrays the life of a married couple navigating the modern world. For tickets and information, visit sropera.org. Drury University’s Clara Thompson Hall, 900 N. Benton Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 32.

Saturday, Sept. 29

Car Seat Check at Reliable Chevrolet, 9 a.m.-noon. Caregivers can have your car seat inspected or installed by a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician for free. For information, call 820-7233 (SAFE) or visit safekidsspringfield.org. Reliable Chevrolet, 3655 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

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Acorns Or ,Wednesday, Sept. 26 10-10:45 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.-noon

Have you ever heard of a mudbug? Learn about these “crusty” creatures, also known as crayfish.

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.

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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