August 2023

Tuesday, Aug. 1

Calendar

While we strive to provide accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events online. You’ll find even more events on our website, springfieldkids.com.

Through Aug. 5

“All Together Now” Summer Reading Program with the Springfield-Greene County Library District. Books, activities and prizes for all ages. thelibrary.org/ summerreading See ad on page 12.

Through Aug. 15

Summer Junior Golf Pass to SpringfieldGreene County Park Board courses. Unlimited golf for ages 17 and younger. Cost: $169/greens fees. Courses: Horton Smith, 2409 S. Scenic; Bill and Payne Stewart, 1825 E. Norton Rd.; and Rivercut, 2850 W. Farm Rd. 190. parkboardgolf.org

Through September

Jordan Valley Park’s Ozarks Stream and Fountain, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 30-minute fountain show on the hour from 10 a.m.9:30 p.m. Fountain runs continuously from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield parkboard.org

August and September

Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House, open daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. See native caterpillars, chrysalides, and butterflies. Call to confirm hours; free admission. Located at Nathanael Greene/ Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield 417-891-1515 or parkboard.org

National Night Out at Meador Park, 5-7 p.m. Annual community-building event to build police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Meet police officers, firefighters, and park rangers; and enjoy pickleball, swimming, and activities. Meador Park, 2600 S. Fremont Ave., Springfield 417-864-1049 or parkboard.org

Fridays, Aug. 4, 11, or 18

Friday Fun Days at Springfield Little Theatre, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For ages 4-12. Theatre games, photos, contests, movies, karaoke, and special guests. Each Friday is a new theme. Cost: $50/session. The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St. Springfield springfieldlittletheatre.org

See ad on page 8.

Friday-Sunday, Aug. 4-6

Park Day Reunion at Silver Springs Park. Family and friends come together for a parade, picnic, sports competitions, and music. Look for details on Facebook @ SpringfieldReunionClubInc. Silver Springs Park, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield 417-864-1049 or parkboard.org

Saturday, Aug. 5

Whisker Wizards: Nature’s Sensory Superheroes at Dickerson Park Zoo. Zoo Tots class for ages 2-5 with an adult. Stories, crafts, activities, and an animal friend. One-hour class at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 3:30 p.m. Cost: $12/FOZ member, $17/non-member. Dickerson Park Zoo Education Building, 1103 W. Smith St., Springfield 417-833-1570 or dickersonparkzoo.org

See ad on page 19.

Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 5-6

Splash & Sizzle Swimming at Silver Springs Pool, 1-6:30 p.m. Cost: $1 or free with canned food donation. Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield parkboard.org See ad on page 9.

Monday-Friday, Aug. 7-11

The Art of Play Summer Camp at the Art Museum, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For ages 6-8 to draw inspiration from board games and video games. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield 417-837-5700 or sgfmuseum.org See ad on page 15.

Wednesday, Aug. 9

Ms. Ladybug Storytime at the Nature Center, 11-11:30 a.m. Join Ms. Ladybug as she reads a nature story and shares activities with your child. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield 417-888-4237

Wednesdays, Aug. 9 and 23

Try Archery Clinic at the Archery Complex, 6 p.m. One-hour clinic for beginners ages 6 and older taught by certified instructors. Registration is required. Cost: $10/clinic (includes equipment). Springfield Archery Complex, 5780 S. Farm Rd. 141, Springfield 417-874-2910 or parkboard.org

Friday, Aug. 11

Family Fishing Night at the Farm Park, 6-9 p.m. Relaxing evening of catch-andrelease fishing, Cow Train, bounce house and a campfire (bring your own food to cook). Registration is required. Cost: $10/participant to use personal equipment; $15/participant to rent equipment. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield 417-837-5949 or parkboard.org

Friday, Aug. 11

Insect-O-Rama at the Nature Center, 6:30-9 p.m. Springfield Conservation

Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield 417-888-4237

Saturday, Aug. 12

Giboney Cave exploration at Doling Park. Explore the myths, facts, and history of Giboney Cave. Activity subject to weather and bat activity. Registration is required; space is limited. Program times are 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. For ages 4 and older (4-17 yrs. with an adult). Cost: $5/person; $16/family of 4. Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage St., Springfield 417-833-8647 or parkboard.org

Saturday, Aug. 12

Finley River Movie Night hosted by The OC. “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” hosted by The OC. Activities at 6:30 p.m. before the movie start at dusk. Finley River Park Ballfield, 891-961 N. Riverside Rd., Ozark. 417-581-7002 x2004 or facebook.com/OzarkCommunityCenter/ See ad on page 17.

Monday-Friday, Aug. 14-18

Reptile Scales Camp at Wonders of Wildlife. For children in kindergarten. Choose full-day (8 a.m.-3 p.m.) or halfday (8-11 a.m.). Learn the differences between alligators and crocodiles and venomous and non-venomous snakes. Registration deadline is Aug. 6. Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-225-1162 or wondersofwildlife.org See ad on page 2.

Saturday, Aug. 19

Get Cooking at Midtown Carnegie Branch Library, 1-3 p.m. For grades 3-7, meal planning for kid chefs. Cooking series for kids and an adult caregiver to learn how to plan healthy meals and set the table. Registration starts Aug.5. Midtown Carnegie Branch Library,397 E. Central St., Springfield 417-862-0135 or thelibrary.org See ad on page 12.

Tuesday, Aug. 22-Saturday, Oct. 14 Learn to Skate at Jordan Valley Ice Park. Group skating instruction taught in eightweek sessions. Includes eight free public skating session passes. Learn to Skate USA Basic Skills Membership required. Cost: $100, includes skate rental. Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway, Springfield 417-866-7444 or parkboard.org See ad on page 9.