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The holiday season is upon us, and despite our best attempts to keep stress in check, our families often go in many directions. This is a great time to pause for family traditions. Take a drive to see holiday light displays. Decorate your home. Celebrate with friends and family. Snap a few photos to capture special moments. Send holiday greetings. Shop for everyone on your list and wrap the gifts. To help you with this shopping, we’ve gathered information from many of our advertisers who offer great gift ideas for children and families. When you shop with our advertisers, please let them know you see them in Kids Directory and thank them for supporting our publication. As 2018 comes to a close, we here at the Kids Directory office are pausing to count our many blessings and look ahead to 2019 with great anticipation. From our families to yours, we wish you a holiday season filled with joy.
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Healthy Kids/Healthy Families
CoxHealth.......................................................... 2 Dynamic Strides Therapy................................... 3 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry............................. 11 Musical Bridges Music Therapy.......................... 9 Pierce Vision Specialists..................................... 9 Safe Kids Springfield........................................ 13 TheraCare Outpatient Services......................... 14 Thrive Family Chiropractic.................................. 9 Many of these advertisers also offer birthday parties.
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Kids Eat FREE
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The original, most comprehensive “Kids Eat Free” listings in the Ozarks!
Local restaurants offer great deals for families with no coupon required! Keep your Kids Directory throughout the month and know where your kids can dine out free (or close to it) every night. We make every effort to keep our list updated, but changes happen. Please call the restaurant before you go to make sure their offer hasn’t changed.
Know about a deal we don’t have listed? SUNDAYS Want to advertise your restaurant? 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 EVERY DAY charge if child chooses a side item other than french America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030. Kids age 3 and fries. Dine-in only. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, two locations: 1360 E. younger eat free daily. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-2227, and 111 N. George’s Steakhouse, 339 S. Glenstone Ave., Massey Blvd., Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free Springfield, 831-6777. Get one free kids meal from from the children’s menu with the purchase of an the children’s menu (kids age 10 and younger) with adult entrée, ages 12 and younger. Dine-in only. each adult entrée purchased at $7.49 or above. Houlihan’s, two Springfield locations. 2421 N. Beverage not included. No substitutions allowed. Glenstone Ave., 862-7777, and 2110 E. Republic Rd., Dine-in only. 883-3434. Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. Cannot HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 882be combined with other offers or coupons. 0300. Children age 3 years and younger eat free King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., every day! Drink not included. Dine-in only. Springfield, 866-5527. One child gets a free kid’s meal Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Ave., Springfield, 883-0900. One free kids’ menu Choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued Junior. Maximum of three free meals. Dine-in only. at $7 or more, after 4 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 combined with other offers. W. Sunshine St., 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose St., 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and Sunday all day. Mention this Kids Directory listing to 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Family Day, all receive one Kidz Meal free with the purchase of one day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Must purchase adult meal to 8-inch sub, chips and fountain drink meal. Child must get free kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Limit be present to receive free meal. For kids age 11 and two free kids’ meals per adult entrée. Dine-in only. younger. Not valid with other promotions, coupons, Ocean Zen Pacific Rim, 4117 S. National Ave., or radio/TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349. 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. “Kids Eat Free” continues on page 10
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Sunday offers continued from page 6 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. 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. Dine-in; get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent. MONDAYS 5 Spice China Grill, 2058 S. Glenstone Ave., 799-0215. Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree. For ages 12 and younger, after 4 p.m. Drink not included. Dine-in only. 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. BYOPizza, 431 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield, 501-8212. Kids 12 and younger get one free onetopping kids’ pizza with each large pizza purchased at regular price, all day. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Dine-in only. Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for $1 with the purchase of an adult combo meal, 4 p.m. to close. Iguana Roja, 107 W. Church St., Ozark, 485-8585. Kids eat free from the kids’ menu with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only. 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 upgrades on kid’s meal. Menu at leongsasiandiner.com. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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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, 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. 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. 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. 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. “Kids Eat Free” continues on page 12
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WEDNESDAYS Dublin’s Pass, two Springfield locations: 317 Park Godfather’s Pizza, 1890 N. Deffer Dr., Nixa, 725-4933, Central East, 862-7625; and 2767 W. Republic Rd., and 510 E. South St., Ozark, 581-9292. Get one free 877-7625. Free kid’s mean for kids age 12 and under kid’s buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet for with purchase of one adult entrée. Dine-in only. children ages 3-12, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only. Newk’s Eatery, 220 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield, McAlister’s Deli, four locations in Springfield, 210 W. 881-6395. Kids’ night, 3 p.m. to close. Kids eat free Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; with the purchase of an adult entrée. Get up to two 2445-A N. Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), kids meals with each adult meal purchase. 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Kids 12 and Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 868-0042. One free kid’s plate for kids 12 and under younger eat free 5-9 p.m., with purchase of adult meal. Limit two free kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. Dine-in only. only. Zio’s Italian Kitchen, 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield, 889-1919. Get a kid’s meal for $1.99 with purchase Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-334-3880; 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, of an adult entrée after 4 p.m.. Kids 12 and younger. Dine-in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips. 881-0022. All day, children 9 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. THURSDAYS Child must be present. Captain D’s, 2964 S. National Ave., 881-6098. All Nonna’s Italian Kitchen, 306 South Ave., 831-1222. day, get up to two kids’ meals for 99¢ each with the Children age 10 and younger get one free kid’s meal purchase of an adult entrée of $5 or more. For kids with purchase of one adult entrée. 12 and younger. Child must be present. Dine-in only. Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., Chick-fil-A, 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 864-8400. All day, get one kid’s meal free for each 890-5800. Kids Family Night every Thursday night adult meal purchased for kids 12 and younger. from 5-8 p.m. Kids can create a craft and receive a free Icedream® Sundae. Pizza Hut, West Sunshine St. and Glenstone Ave. locations in Springfield. Get one free buffet with Hy-Vee Market Grille, 1720 W. Battlefield St., purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids age 10 Springfield, 881-8224. Kids 12 and under eat free and younger. with the purchase of an adult entrée. Once a month Hy-Vee hosts a Knee-Hy Buffet event for kids, too. Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #A-100, 823-7180; 3662 S. SATURDAYS Glenstone Ave., 890-1212; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 582-2776. At all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of a $7.99 free one kid’s meal from kid’s menu ($4.25 or less) for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased. For kids entrée (for kids age 10 and younger), 4-8 p.m. 10 and younger. Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: Ruby Tuesday, two locations in Springfield: 2725 N. 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; Glenstone Ave., 831-7829; and 2825 S. Glenstone 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., Ave., 889-5866; and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 887-0906; 417-335-5450. After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., entrée with one adult entrée purchase. 863-9072; and Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal 1158 E. St. Louis St., for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. 866-6109. Get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only. Tuesday offers continued from page 10
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2018 Holiday
Gift Guide
Busy families need a little help this time of year to make holiday shopping as stress-free as possible. We’ve gathered information from the area’s best familyfocused businesses to create your shopping guide. 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!
Branson Scenic Railway
206 E. Main St. • Branson 800-287-2462 or 417-334-6110 bransontrain.com
Purchase tickets for Branson Scenic Railway’s annual Polar Express excursions and make it a holiday tradition for your family! Or buy tickets to the railway’s regular excursions to see the beautiful Ozarks countryside. If you have a serious train All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer buff on your list, check out their gift 1347 N. Ashley Dr. • Nixa shop stocked with train-themed gifts, 417-725-1304 • allstargymandcheer.com apparel and toys. Every child can feel like an all-star at All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer. Small BYOPizza class sizes with professional coaches. 431 S. Jefferson Ave. • Springfield 417.501.8212 • byopizza.com Give the gift of fitness, fun and selfGive the gift of meal-time happiness discipline for gymnastics and cheer classes to start the new year. And, the by letting every member of the family build their own pizza. Choose the All-Star pro shop offers apparel and crust, sauce, cheese and toppings to equipment to make the experience create your own masterpiece. Gluten complete. See ad on page 15. free and vegan options available. Build Your Own Pizza: What will YOU Andy B’s Restaurant & create? Purchase $50 in gift cards and Entertainment Center 1127 E. Battlefield Rd. • Springfield receive a $10 bonus gift card! 417-883-1234 • andybspringfield.com
Stuff those stockings full of FUN! Give the gift of more than 40 top-tiered games and journey into the Forsaken Mine. Wine and dine from our chefinspired menu or have a ball with some bowling on our luxury lanes. GAMEcards make great stocking stuffers! See ad on page 16. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids
900 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-889-4386 • haircutsarefun.com
Gift certificates for haircuts, hair care products and accessories. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: infant through adult. See ad on page 8.
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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 members-only events and discounts at the cafe, gift shop, and education classes. Join the FOZ family and join a mission of seeing, connecting and protecting wild animals Haute Tot Upscale Children’s Resale and wild places. See ad on page 19. 1300 E. Republic Rd. • Springfield
Gold Medal Gyms
6840 W. Republic Road • Republic 417-732-4100 • goldmedalgyms.com
417-720-1602 hautetotupscalekidsresale.com
Shop like it’s Haute for the holidays! Gently used clothing, baby equipment, Tumble into holiday fun and the furniture, toys and books at affordable new year with a gift of fitness for prices make holiday shopping an your child. Gift certificates available upscale experience without the for beginner through advanced upscale price. Gift cards are the gymnastics classes and camps for perfect gift for busy moms, new girls and boys, and recreational and grandparents, and budget-conscious competitive cheer. Outfit your child with gymnastics apparel and leotards; families. And, personalized customer service makes holiday shopping stresssmall gymnastic equipment also free. See ad on back cover. available. See ad on page 7.
Gotta Getta Limo
417-813-0386 • gottagettalimo.com
Treat your special someone to limousine service for a night on the town. Surprise your family with a Christmas light tour to celebrate the season. (Tours begin Dec. 1.) Whether you choose one of the black limos or the city’s only pink limousine, Gotta Getta Limo can make her feel like a princess. See ad on page 21.
Hoover Music Company
440 S. Jefferson Ave. • Springfield 417-862-3573 • hoovermusic.net
Music brings a lifetime of joy. Inspire your loved one with music this holiday season with a band, orchestra or folk instrument; all genres of sheet music and books; lessons from our qualified teachers; instrument supplies; or that much-needed repair. Hoover Music gift cards make great stocking stuffers. See ad on page 17. Continued on page 22
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Itty Bitty City
3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 • ittybitty.city
Itty Bitty City has something for every Itty Bitty this holiday season. The Toy Nook carries unique and imaginative toys and stocking stuffers from Melissa and Doug, Janod, Plan, and Green Toys, plus Itty Bitty City’s new line of magnetic wooden blocks! Itty Bitty City has gift cards available in any amount you need, discount bulk admission cards, and our annual Sherri’s services: murals, portraits and monthly memberships make of children or animals, or custom wonderful gifts that continue to give for the entire year. See ad on page 17. canvas paintings. See Sherri’s work at Fresh Gallery, 400 W. Walnut St., McDonald’s Restaurants in Springfield. Call Sherri to discuss Locations throughout greater your project or schedule an in-home Springfield area • mcdonalds.com consultation at no charge. Mornings are better at McDonald’s with this season’s sweetest treat: Sac River Stables McCafe Peppermint Mocha. Arch 5798 N. Farm Road 125 • Springfield Card gift cards for food and beverages 417-742-4200 • sacriverstables.com are great stocking stuffers. See ad on Gift certificates for riding lessons, page 28. horse day camps, and birthday parties. See ad on page 8. Moxie Cinema 305 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-429-0800 • moxiecinema.com
See independent, foreign and art house films. The Moxie offers many FREE events for children, and a Moxie Cinema membership makes a great gift for your family to enjoy even more films. Purchase memberships in person at the theater. See ad on page 30.
Springfield Ballet, Inc.
411 N. Sherman Parkway • Springfield 417-862-1343 • springfieldballet.org
Give the gift of ballet this holiday with season tickets to Springfield Ballet’s upcoming performances, where you’ll save up to 15 percent! Season tickets include “The Nutcracker” (Dec. 14-17, 2018) and “Beauty & the Murals by Sherri Davis Beast” (April 12-14, 2019). A season 417-838-1385 • muralsbysherridavis.com of lasting memories for you and your A gift certificate from Murals by family is waiting, so get your tickets Sherri is appropriate for any age. today. See ad on page 5. Apply the certificate toward any of Continued on page 24 Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Springfield Little Theatre
311 E. Walnut St. • Springfield 417-869-1334 • springfieldlittletheatre.org SLT Education Building 237 S. Florence Ave. • Springfield 417-413-2287
Give the magical experience of live theatre! Springfield Little Theatre is in the spirit this holiday season with flexible season ticket packages and gift certificates to performances of “Cabaret,” “Disney’s The Little Mermaid, JR.,” “The Secret Garden,” and “Footloose–The Musical.” Also, tickets to our special event “The Awesome 80s Prom” or Curtains and Corks, along with classes, workshops, and backstage passes make great stocking stuffers for kids of all ages. See ad on page 25.
Sweet Repeats & Boutique
106 W. Sherman Way • Nixa 417-725-2972 sweetrepeatsandboutique.com
Sweet Repeats & Boutique is momowned and -operated with new boutique apparel and accessories and gently loved brand-name clothing, toys, baby equipment and furniture. Gift cards are a great gift for parents or grandparents who need to shop for stylish and comfortable clothes and more for their busy, fast-growing little ones. See ad on page 15.
The Jungle Gym
3322 S. Campbell Ave • Springfield 417-319-5595 • thejunglegym.org
The Jungle Gym is Springfield’s indoor playground, encompassing 3,000 square feet of sensory and Springfield Symphony imaginative play. A monthly or annual 411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield 417-864-6683 • springfieldmosymphony.org membership becomes a gift enjoyed Give the gift of music this holiday each time it is used. See ad on page 14. season. Tickets to the Symphony’s season of concerts make an excellent Wonders of Wildlife gift. Make one of the annual holiday 500 W. Sunshine St. • Springfield 888-222-6060 • wondersofwildlife.org concerts on Saturday, Dec. 8, part of your family’s celebration. The Bring the wonder to your holiday “Home for the Holidays” matinee is season with a family membership a FREE concert where you’ll hear all to the Best Aquarium in America! your holiday favorites. Seating is first Wonders of Wildlife memberships come, first serve. Lobby doors open at are filled with special events and 1:30 p.m., and the concert begins at discounts for all to enjoy. With more 2:30 p.m. Or, join the Symphony that than 35,000 live animals found across evening celebrating “Christmas at the 350,000 square feet containing 1.5 Movies” with classic holiday music million gallons of fresh and salt water and the annual carol sing-a-long. you will bring holiday cheer all year Tickets for the evening performance long. See ad on page 23. available at hammonshall.com. See ad on page 29. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Holiday Train Garden Display at the Springfield Botanical Center. The center’s atrium is transformed into a miniature winter wonderland of model trains. Hours are MondaySaturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost is free; but donations are appreciated. For information, call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org. Springfield Botanical Gardens, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield.
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Saturday, Dec. 1
Christmas at Gray-Campbell Farmstead, 1-3 p.m. Volunteers celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas. Decorate the tree with vintage ornaments, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, and sing carols. FREE admission. For information, call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org. Gray-Campbell Farmstead, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield
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.
Now through Saturday, Dec. 8
Annual Holiday Store at Springfield-Greene County Libraries. Shopping for families, friends and teachers is affordable and fun. Kids through age 18 shop at the store for gifts priced from 25 cents to $10. Volunteers help young children shop and wrap their gifts. The Library Center Holiday Store is open Dec. 1-8. Holiday stores and open houses at other branches are open on Dec. 1 only. Call 882-0714 or visit thelibrary.org for times, locations, and information.
Saturday, Dec. 1
Festival of Lights Free Ice Skating, at Mediacom Ice Park, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free public ice skating with $3 skate rental. Also, on Dec. 25, 5-6 p.m. For information, visit parkboard. org. Mediacom Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway, Springfield.
Sunday, Dec. 2
The Nutcracker children’s workshop, presented by Springfield Ballet, 3-5 p.m. Craft, story time, dancing and games for children ages 3-8.Register by phone or in person. Cost is $15 per child. For information, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org. Springfield Ballet, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield.
Now through Sunday, Dec. 9
“A Christmas Story – The Musical,” based on the holiday movie. Ralphie Parker wants the gift of his dreams, but a few distractions stand between him and his Christmas wish. For tickets, show times and information, call the box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St. See ad on page 25.
Tuesday, Dec. 4
“A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage” at the Hammons Hall, 7 p.m. Watch as favorite characters Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus and the whole Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of the season. For tickets and information, call 836-7678 or visit hammonshall.com. Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield.
Now through Sunday, Dec. 16
Candy Cane Lane at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 5-8 p.m. Drive through Candy Cane Lane to see farm-themed holiday displays. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. Cost is $5 per vehicle. For information, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad on page 19.
Now through Sunday, Dec. 23
Saturday, Dec. 8
The Polar Express Train Ride at Branson Scenic Railway. Enjoy a reading of “The Polar Express,” snack on hot cocoa and cookies, and receive a special gift from Santa. For tickets, departure times, and information, call 800-287-2462 or visit bransontrain.com. Branson Scenic Railway departs the historic 1906 depot in downtown Branson, 206 E. Main St., Branson. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Home for the Holidays free concert presented by Springfield Symphony Orchestra, 2:30 p.m. Seating is first come, first served. For information, call 864-6683 or visit springfieldmosymphony.org. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 29.
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Candy Cane Hunt at Dan Kinney Family Center, noon-2 p.m. Hunt for candy canes, decorate cookies, and make a holiday gift. Cost is $5 per person if registered by Dec. 7 ($8 per person on the day of the event). To register or for information, call 891-1616 or visit parkboard.org. Dan Kinney Family Center, 2701 S. Blackman Rd., Springfield.
Eagles at the Canyon. During December and January, Dogwood Canyon celebrate eagles. Live eagle presentation today. Eagle conservation programs on Mondays and Fridays. For a full list of activities, times and information, visit dogwoodcanyon.org. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 2038 West State Hwy 86, Lampe.
Thursday, Dec. 13
“Reborn” performed by Petra Ballet Company, 6 p.m. Tickets available at Eventbrite.com. For information, call 425-9891 or visit petraballet. com. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield. See ad on page 21.
Homeschool Program Christmas Crafting at Wonders of Wildlife, 9 a.m.-noon. For first-fifth grades. Registration deadline is Dec. 7. Cost is $40. For information, call the education department at 888-222-6060, email gregistration@wondersofwildlife.org or visit wondersofwildlife.org. Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield.
Friday-Monday, Dec. 14-17
“The Nutcracker” performed by Springfield Ballet. There are seven performances, and tickets sell quickly. Call the Landers Theatre box office at 869-1334 or visit landerstheatre.org to purchase tickets! Performance at Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.
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Saturday, Dec. 15
Playdate with Santa at Itty Bitty City, 6-8 p.m. Elf hunt and holiday themed activities. Ms. Leslie from the Itty Bitty Music Makers Club will lead singing and dancing. Designated time for photos with Santa. Tickets are $30 per child. Two adults may attend with each child. Event limited to 50 tickets. Register online at ittybitty.city or call 202-2025. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 17.
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Saturday, Dec. 15
Winter Wonderland Sale & Celebration at Sweet Repeats & Boutique, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Shop for holiday and winter fashion and accessories, baby equipment, and toys at this mom-owned and -operated store. Mention the ad on page 15 and receive 15 percent off your entire purchase. Call 725-2972 or visit sweetrepeatsandboutique.com. Sweet Repeats & Boutique, 106 W. Sherman Way, Suite 3, Nixa. See ad on page 15
Saturday, Dec. 15
Drop and Shop at Chesterfield Family Center, 8 a.m.-noon. Parents can go shopping while kids, ages 3-11, have supervised fun with movies and crafts. Cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. For information, call 891-1616 or visit parkboard.org/chesterfield. Chesterfield Family Center, 2511 W. Republic Rd., Springfield.
Wednesday-Friday, Dec. 26-28
Winter Wrangler Worship Day Camps at Sac River Stables, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Horsemanship with daily devotions. Space is limited. For information, call 742-4200 or visit sacriverstables.com. Sac River Stables, 5798 N. Farm Rd. 125, Willard. See ad on page 8.
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