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Refrigerator Notes Putting together our fall festival issue reminded me there is no shortage of amazing and entertaining family fun in the greater Springfield area. Fall brings the opportunity to get out of the city and visit small towns, like the one where I grew up, to soak up the fun and festivities of pumpkins, apples, crafts, and parades. We have five pages of festivals in our annual guide, starting on page 18. Along with picking out some of the more wellknown events, I challenge you to pick at least one hosted by a rural community to add to your family’s calendar. Fall festivals reconnect us with the region’s agricultural roots—the endless orchards and livestock farms—when previous generations grew and preserved food for the off seasons and hand-made goods far outweighed what was available for purchase. | ~Melinda, publisher & parent of a teenager Connect with Kids Directory SpringfieldKids.com Facebook @SpringfieldKids Twitter @spfldkidsdirectory Instagram @springfield_kids
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Business Opportunities
Hidden Values................................................. 27 Marketplace Direct.......................................... 27
Clothing, Resale Boutiques, & Consignment Girls Clothing Hut.............................................. 9 Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale.............Back cover
Childcare, Preschools, & Education
Developmental Center of the Ozarks................ 23 University Child Care Center............................ 23
Entertainment, Parties & Events
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days.....................16-17 NEW Campbell’s Maze Daze............................. 23 NEW Exeter Corn Maze.................................... 21 Itty Bitty City..................................................... 5 Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park..... 15 Japanese Fall Festival...................................... 15 Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Springfield Little Theatre...................... 30 Moxie Mornings............................................... 13 Springfield-Greene County Library................... 19 “The Polar Express” @ Branson Scenic Railway.... 3 Springfield Symphony Orchestra...................... 31 Wonders of Wildlife........................................... 7
Hair Cuts & Salons
Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids...................... 14
Healthy Kids/Healthy Families
CoxHealth.......................................................... 2 Dynamic Strides Therapy................................... 8 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry............................... 3 Ozarks Regional YMCA..................................... 30 Pierce Vision Specialists..................................... 9 Safe Kids Springfield........................................ 19 TheraCare Outpatient Services........................... 8 Thrive Family Chiropractic................................ 13 NEW Wise Psychological Services.................... 15
Instructional Classes & Programs
Call 417-886-3478 or email melinda@springfieldkids.com
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Where do KIDS EAT FREE?................................. 6 Fall festivals.................................................... 18 KIDS calendar of events..............................28-29
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All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer............................ 21 Barbara Hays, Piano Teacher........................... 14 Children’s Music Academy............................... 25 NEW Code Ninjas............................................. 14 Dance Canvas.................................................. 13 Holland Studios, Violin Lessons....................... 19 Martial Arts USA................................................ 8 Sac River Stables............................................. 19 Springfield Art Museum..................................... 9 Willard Parks & Recreation............................... 23
Professional Services
NEW Brandon Gilmore, Muralist....................... 14 Jennifer Triplett, Attorney............................... 13
Restaurants
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The original, most comprehensive listing in the Ozarks! EVERY DAY America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free daily.
Know about a deal we don’t have listed? Or, want to advertise your restaurant?
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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, two locations: 1360 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-2227, and 111 N. Massey Blvd., Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free from the children’s menu with the purchase of an adult entrée priced at $10 or more. For ages 12 and younger. Dine-in only.
HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 882-0300. Children age 3 years and younger eat free every day! Drink not included. Dine-in only. Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 889-2445. Every night is family night. Choose two pizzas or flatbreads, with salad and 4 cookies, $19.99.
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.
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.
King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 866-5527. One child gets a free kid’s meal with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Maximum of three free meals. Dine-in only.
Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday all day. Mention this 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 free meal. For kids age 11 and younger. Not valid with other promotions, coupons, or radio/ TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349.
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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 for free (or close to it) every night. We make every effort to keep our list updated, but changes happen. We recommend calling the restaurant before you go to confirm the offer.
SUNDAY 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.
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.
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McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Sunshine St., 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose St., 8905250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), 8662331; 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. Must purchase adult meal to get free kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Limit two free kids’ meals per adult entrée. Dine-in only. 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. 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. MONDAY 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 purchase of an adult entrée. 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. Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for $1 with 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 of $10 or more. Dine-in only. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Leong’s Asian Diner, 1540 W. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-7500. After 4 p.m., kids (age 12 and younger) get one free kid’s meal from kids’ menu with each paying adult. Excludes kids’ meal upgrades. NoBaked Cookie Dough, 1364 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 988-1009. One half-priced single scoop cup for kids 12 and younger with the purchase of a single scoop. Child must be present to receive offer. One free offer with each full-priced scoop purchased. See ad on page 11. Pasta Express, four Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic Rd., 888-3048; 3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 890-1345; 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., 885-0030. Kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée from 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only. Pita Pit, two Springfield locations: 1318 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-1565; 3233 E. Sunshine St., 771-5080. 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. Kids age 12 and younger. Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. TUESDAY Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in Springfield, 311 Park Central, 862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., 882-2249; and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-5999; 602 N. 25th St., Ozark, 485-3800; and 301 Branson Landing, Branson, 417-334-4478. One free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée, 5-9 p.m. Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location ONLY, 807 N. Main St., 725-6803. From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased. Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m. 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.
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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.
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.
Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal Godfather’s Pizza, 1890 N. Deffer Dr., Nixa, 725-4933, for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal and 510 E. South St., Ozark, 581-9292. Get one free purchased. kid’s buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet for WEDNESDAY children ages 3-12, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only. Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Hy-Vee Market Grille Express, 1720 W. Battlefield Rd., Lebanon, 532-1777. Get one free kids’ meal for each Springfield, 881-8224. “Kids’ Night Out” with new adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include themes each week and $3 kids’ meals. all-you-can-eat. Dine in only. McAlister’s Deli, four locations in Springfield, 210 Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St. , Springfield, W. Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; 868-0042. Dine-in only. One free kid’s plate for kids 12 2445-A N. Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), and younger with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Kids 12 and Zio’s Italian Kitchen, 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield, 889-1919. Get a kid’s meal for $1.99 with purchase younger eat free 5-9 p.m., with purchase of adult meal. Limit two kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only. of an adult entrée after 4 p.m.. Kids 12 and younger. Dine-in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips. Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, THURSDAY 417-334-3880; 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, Captain D’s, 2964 S. National Ave., 881-6098. All 881-0022. All day, children 9 and younger get one day, get up to two kids’ meals for 99¢ each with the free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. purchase of an adult entrée of $5 or more. For kids Child must be present. 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 receive a free Icedream® Sundae. Pizza Hut, West Sunshine St. and Glenstone Ave. SATURDAY locations in Springfield. One free buffet with purchase Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 581-6047. of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids age 10 and younger. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of a $7.99 entrée (for kids age 10 and younger), 4-8 p.m. Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., 823-7180; 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell 890-1212; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 582-2776. At Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; 1550 S. all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get free one kid’s meal Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 863from kids’ menu ($4.25 or less) for each lunch or 9072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Get one free kid’s dinner entrée purchased. For kids 10 and younger. meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Fall Festivals
It’s almost here—That delightful crispness of fall in the Ozarks. We’ve collected some of the best family-friendly events in September and October for you and your family to enjoy and celebrate the season. Keep this Kids Directory handy! There’s so much going on, you’ll refer back to it again and again.
September
Friday-Sunday, Sept. 6-8
Japanese Fall Festival. Explore Japanese culture and celebrate Springfield’s Sister City, Isesaki, Japan. Enjoy Japanese storytelling, top spinning, folk dancing, martial arts, origami and other hands-on 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: Friday and Sunday, $7/adults and $3/children 12 and younger; Saturday, $10/adults and $3/ children 12 and younger. For information, visit peacethroughpeople.org. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 15.
Sunday, Sept. 1
Heritage Days Festival hosted by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company on the first Sunday of the month through October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Produce, music, handmade crafts, and garden speakers. For information, call 417-924-8917 or visit rareseeds.com. Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co., 2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield.
Friday & Saturday, Sept. 6-7
Harvest Home at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. 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 Catholic Church, 2200 W. Republic Rd., Springfield.
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Bolivar Country Days, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Food, car show, cupcake contest, vendors and crafts, and Andrews Sate Farm Kids Alley. For information, visit downtownbolivar.org. Located in downtown Bolivar.
Fordland Wild West Days. Dancing, a parade, activities, and vendors. For information, visit wildwestdaysfordland. weebly.com.
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Exeter Corn Maze. Eight-acre kid-friendly corn maze, the area’s largest pumpkin patch, cow train, petting zoo, fire pits, corn and pumpkin cannon, go-karts, a movie room, and zipline. For admission and information, call 417-846-3959 or visit exetercornmaze.com. Located 45 minutes from Springfield in Exeter. See ad on page 21. Fall festivals continue on page 20. 18
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Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 12-14
Seymour Apple Festival featuring entertainment, crafts, vendors, contests, parade, and a 5K. Admission is free. For hours, event schedule, and information, visit seymourapplefestival.com. Located 30 minutes east of Springfield off US Highway 60 in Seymour.
Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 12-15
58th Annual Steam-O-Rama. Steam engine demonstrations and tractor pulls. $5/adult. FREE for children age 12 and younger. For information, visit steamorama.com. Ozarks Steam Engine Association Showgrounds, 7175 W. Farm Rd. 170, Republic.
Friday & Saturday, Sept. 13 & 14
Conway Community Days. Food, crafts, games, and music. For hours and information, visit facebook.com/ conwaycommunitydays/. Located in Conway, northeast of Springfield.
Friday & Saturday, Sept. 13 & 14
Shakin’ in the Shell Fest. Annual festival with a car show, contests, entertainment, tournaments, shopping, and kids’ amusement area. Friday, 5-10 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For information, visit shellknob.com. Chamber Park, 25364 MO-39, Shell Knob.
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Gainsville’s Hootin an Hollarin Festival. Entertainment, crafts, food, games, demonstrations, and square dancing. For hours and information, visit hootinanhollarin.com.
Friday & Saturday, Sept. 20 & 21
Marionville Applefest. Vendors, car show, kids’ zone, and contests. For information, visit marionvilleapplefest.com. Located in downtown Marionville.
Friday & Saturday, Sept. 20 & 21
Marshfield Harvest Days. Live music, vendors, and kids’ activities. Friday, noon-7 p.m., and Saturday, noon-4 p.m. For information, search for Marshfield Harvest Days on Facebook. Located on the square in Marshfield.
Friday & Saturday, Sept. 20 & 21
Joplin Arts Fest features artists, live music, kids’ art activities, face painting, and food. Friday, 6-10 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For information, visit joplinartsfest.com. Mercy Park, 3002 St. John’s Blvd., Joplin.
Saturday, Sept. 21
Billings Fall Harvest, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Shopping, vendors, and food. For information, search for Billings Merchants Association on Facebook.
Branson’s Autumn Daze Arts, Crafts, and Music Festival, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., each day. Crafts, food, live entertainment, and sidewalk sales at participating merchants. For information, visit downtownbranson.org. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Admission: $4/person. FREE for children ages 10 and younger. For information, visit ciderdaysonwalnut.com. Located on Springfield’s Historic Walnut Street.
Fall on the Frisco hosted by Willard Chamber of Commerce, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Arts and crafts vendors, food, bounce houses, petting zoo, and music. For information, visit willardchamber.org. Located on Jackson Street in downtown Willard.
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 21 & 22
Wilder Day is the annual celebration of Laura Ingalls Wilder, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fiddle contest, tours, and vendors. For information, visit lauraingallswilderhome. com. Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum, 3060 Hwy. A, Mansfield.
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, crafters, music and tours of the farmstead. For information, call 417-833-2352 or visit graycampbellfarmstead.org. The GrayCampbell Farmstead at Nathanael Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield.
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Saturday, Sept. 21
Pickin’ Patch Farm. Pumpkins, hayrides, and fall decorations. For information, search for Pickin’ Patch Farm on Facebook. Pickin’ Patch Farm, 22813 Hwy ZZ, Marionville.
Rogersville Arts in the Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Performances, art and craft vendors, activities, and food. For information, visit rogartsinthepark.com. Rogersville City Park, 270 County Line Rd., Rogersville.
Campbell’s Maze Daze on Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. September hours: noon-7 p.m. One ticket price includes the daytime corn maze, hayrides, live entertainment, pumpkin painting, children’s play area, and a haunted corn maze (on Fridays and Saturdays during October). $9/person age 5 and older. FREE for children ages 4 and younger. Haunted maze is $9/person. For information, visit campbellsmazedaze. com. Campbell’s Farm, 177 Carob Rd., Clever. See ad on page 23.
MO Food Truck Fest, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Many of the area’s food trucks, carts, and trailers serving a variety of foods. Live entertainment, vendors and family fun. FREE admission. For information, visit mofoodtruckfest.com. Outside the Springfield Expo Center, 635 St. Louis St., Springfield.
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 21 & 22
Cider Days, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., both days. Two-day arts and crafts festival featuring artists and crafters, performances, activities for kids, and apple cider. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Campbell’s Maze Daze continues through Oct. 27. October hours: Friday, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, noon-11 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-7 p.m. See description on Sept. 28 and the ad on page.
Fair Grove Heritage Reunion hosted by the Fair Grove Historical and Preservation Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Society. Craft booths, a parade, music, and demonstrations. For information, visit Park continues through Oct. 27. See description on Sept. 28 and the ad on fg-historical.org. Located in Fair Grove. page 15. Pumkin Chunkin Palooza, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Family-friendly event with food, artists, face painting, petting zoo, bounce houses, and pumpkin decorating. $8/ adult (13+), $5/child (ages 5-12). FREE for children ages 4 and younger. $20 family pass (up to 6 family members). FREE parking. For information, visit pumpkinchunkinpalooza.com. Ozarks Amphitheater, 2629 N. Business Route 5, Camdenton.
Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Oct. 27
Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. Five weekends of fall-themed fun. Corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin patch, the Cow Train or Grain Train, and inflatables. FREE admission to the park; most activities have a small fee. Friday, 6:30-10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m. For information, call 417-837-5949 or visit parkboard.org/ harvestfest. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad on page 15.
Pickin’ Patch Farm continues through Oct. 31. See description on Sept. 21. Exeter Corn Maze continues through Nov. 3. See description on Sept. 7 and the ad on page 21.
Friday & Saturday, Oct. 4 & 5
Fall Festival Craft Show at Greasy Creek General Store, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., both days. Handmade crafts; furniture; and wood carving, leather working, and blacksmithing demonstrations. For information, call 417-345-0616 or visit greasycreekgeneralstore.com. Greasy Creek General Store, 5 Ozark Trail, Buffalo.
Friday & Saturday, Oct. 4 & 5
Chicken Festival at the Cackle Hatchery. Hatchery tours and games for families. For information, visit facebook.com/ CackleHatcheryMO. Cackle Hatchery, 411 W. Commercial St., Lebanon.
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Friday-Sunday, Oct. 4-6
Ozark Arts and Crafts Show. Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.4 p.m. For information, visit ozarkcraftfair.com. Finley River Park, 600 N. 3rd St., Ozark.
Saturday, Oct. 5
Republic Pumpkin Daze, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. See giant pumpkins, enjoy games and activities, entertainment, tractor pull, craft booths, and food. For information, call 417-732-6210 or visit republicpumpkindaze.com. Located on Main Street in Republic.
Sunday, Oct. 6
Heritage Days Festival hosted by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Produce, music, handmade crafts, and garden speakers. For information, call 417-924-8917 or visit rareseeds.com. Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co., 2278 Baker Creek Rd., Mansfield.
Friday-Sunday, Oct. 11–13
Apple Butter Makin’ Days. Contests, apples cooking on the courthouse lawn, entertainment, food, fun for the kids, Saturday parade. For information, visit mtvernonchamber.com. Located on the Courthouse Square in Mount Vernon.
Saturday, Oct. 12
Grape and Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Food, craft vendors, the Color Me Grape 5K, live entertainment, Grape Stompers, children’s area, and a street dance. For information, visit hollisterchamber.net. Located on Downing Street in Hollister. Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Art in the Park, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., both days. Presented by Southwest Missouri Art and Craft Guild. Fine and contemporary art on display and for sale. Meet the artists and learn all about their artwork. For information, visit artcraftguild.org. Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Apple Butter Day, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Hosted by Ozark Mennonite School. Family fun, baked goods, handmade crafts, and quilts. For information, visit ozarkmennonitechurch.org. Ozark Mennonite School, 1164 Peewee Crossing Rd., Seymour.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Dragonfest Renaissance Faire, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fundraiser for tuition assistance at Infinity Academy. Dragonfest includes food, games, music, vendors, live jousting and demonstrations. For cost and information, call 417-708-6670 or visit dragonfest.net. Springfield Riding Club Facility, 5964 S. State Hwy NN, Rogersville.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Pets and Pumpkins, noon-5p.m. Southwest Missouri’s largest kid and pet event includes a costume parade and contest, activities and vendors. $2/ child, adult and pet. For information, visit petsandpumpkins.com. Located on Park Central Square in Springfield. 26
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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. Fridays in September
Itty Bitty Music Makers Club with Musical Bridges Music Therapy, 11:30 a.m.-noon. For children age 2 and older. Cost: $5/child per class. For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 5.
Fridays in September
Musical Moments, 10-10:45 a.m. Musical Bridges Music Therapy class for children ages 0-5. To register or for information, call 890-4656 or visit theracareozarks.com. TheraCare Outpatient Services, 3023 S. Fort Ave. Suite B, Springfield.
Monday, Sept. 2
call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 5.
Thursday, Sept. 5
Auditions for Springfield Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” For ages 12+, en pointe. For information on parent meeting and audition time, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org/ auditions. The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield.
Friday, Sept. 6, 13 & 20
Pre-K Open Studio, 10:30 a.m. FREE open art studio for children ages 3-5. To register or for information, call 837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum. org. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield. See ad o page 9.
Friday-Sunday, Sept. 6-8
Japanese Fall Festival celebrates Springfield’s Sister City, Isesaki, Japan. Storytelling, top spinning, folk dancing, martial arts, origami, and tea ceremonies. For admission, times, and activities, visit peacethroughpeople.org. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 15.
Saturday, Sept. 7
Auditions for Springfield Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” Ages 5 and older, not en pointe. For information on parent meetings and audition times, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org/auditions. The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Pkwy., Springfield.
Saturday, Sept. 7-Sunday, Nov. 3
Exeter Corn Maze. Kid-friendly corn maze, pumpkins, hayrides, go karts, and petting zoo. For times, admission, and activities, call 417-846-3959 or visit exetercornmaze.com. 45 minutes from Springfield in Exeter.
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 7 & 8
Monday, Sept. 2
Splash & Sizzle, 1-6:30 p.m. Last swim day of the season at Fassnight (1300 S. Campbell) and Grant Beach (1300 N. Grant Ave.) pools. Cost: $1/person or FREE with a canned food donation. For information, visit parkboard.org.
Monday-Friday, Sept. 2-6
Grandparents Week, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Two free adults with each paid child’s admission (one adult must be a grandparent). For information, Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”
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Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Outdoor education and skills, natural resource conservation, for all ages. Catch and release pond, kayak pool, air rifle range, archery, rock wall, aquarium, and live animals. For information, visit ky3.com. Table Rock State Park. See ad on pages 16-17.
Sunday, Sept. 8
Grandparents Day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE admission for grandparents. Regular admission for other guests. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. 28
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First Responders Week. Law enforcement officers, fire fighters, dispatchers, and EMS receive FREE admission with ID or badge. A second FREE adult admission with a paid child’s admission. For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 5.
Friday, Sept. 13
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Opening production of the 2019-20 season. Follow the biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, his eleven brothers, and the coat of many colors. For tickets, show times and information, call the Springfield Little Theatre box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 30.
Saturday, Sept. 14
Day for Kids and Partners in Education Fun Walk. Event hosted by Boys and Girls Club of Springfield. Pie Walk registration at 8:30 a.m.; walk starts at 9 a.m. Day for Kids is 10 a.m.12:30 p.m., with giveaways, food, games, and inflatables. For information, call 862-9249 or visit bgclubspringfield.org. Stalnaker BGC Unit, 1410 N. Fremont Ave., Springfield.
Thursday, Sept. 19
DogSense class, 7-9 p.m. Safely introduce your baby to dogs in your home. Class taught by a certified dog behavioral therapist and trainer. Cost: $10. Registration required. To register or for information, call 269-5239 or visit coxhealth. com. The Turner Center, 1000 E. Primrose St., Suite 130, Springfield. See ad on page 2.
Saturday, Sept. 21
Car Seat Safety Check, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians check your child’s car seat installation. No appointment necessary. For information, call 820-6671 or visit safekidsspringfield.org. Event hosted by SafeKids Springfield at Reliable Chevrolet, 3655 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 19.
Saturday, Sept. 21
New York Night, 7:30 p.m. Opening performance of the 2019-20 season. Tickets at the Hammons Hall box office, 836-7678 or missouristatetix.com. For information, visit springfieldmosymphony.org. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 31. September 2019
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Little Acorns: Bear Tales, 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.-noon. Black bear program for children ages 3-6. No organized groups. No registration required. Call 417-888-4237 for more information. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.
Saturday, Sept. 28
Ruh-Roh, Raggy! Scooby-Doo is 50! Celebrate with the Springfield-Greene County Library District at events at The Library Center and Republic Branch. For details, visit thelibrary.org. See ad on page 19.
Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Oct. 27
Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park. Five weekends of fall fun. Corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin patch, the Cow Train, and inflatables. FREE admission to the park; most activities have a small fee. Open through Sunday, Oct. 27. For dates, times, fees, and information, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org/harvestfest. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad on page 15.
Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Oct. 27
Campbell’s Maze Daze, noon-7 p.m. Open Friday-Sunday. One ticket price for daytime corn maze, hayrides, entertainment, pumpkin painting and children’s play area. Open through Sunday, Oct. 27. For dates, times, admission and schedule, visit campbellsmazedaze.com. Campbell’s Farm, 177 Carob Rd., Clever. See ad on page 23.
Sunday, Sept. 29
Third Annual Schweitzer Brentwood’s Got Talent: A Neighborhood Talent Show, 2-4 p.m. For all ages. Prizes awarded to the winning acts in each category. For information, call 883-1974 or visit thelibrary.org. Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library, 2214 Brentwood Blvd., Springfield. See ad on page 19. 29 SpringfieldKids.com
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