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Events from January 23 to February 27 Events from November 6 to January 2 Events from September 11 to October 24 Events from May 1 to June 19

JANUARY 23 TALENT SHOW

Royal Theatre, 7 p.m. The 4th annual Show Us Your Talent talent show will be held in Versailles. Anyone is invited to showcase their talent. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/children (ages 3-18). 573-378-6226 or www.theroyaltheatre.com

FEBRUARY 6 BEATLES CONCERT

Royal Theatre, 7 p.m. The Abbey Road Warriors will be performing some of the most popular songs by The Beatles. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/children (ages 3-18). 573-378-6226 or www.theroyaltheatre.com

FEBRUARY 20 ROTARY’S WINTERFEST

Margaritaville Lake Resort, 5:30 p.m. The 25th annual Lake Ozark Daybreak Rotary will be held with the theme “Then and Now.” There will be a live and silent auction, cash bar and entertainment by DJ Kyle. 636-346-5086 or www.daybreakrotary.org

FEBRUARY 21 WEDDING EXPO

Lodge of Four Seasons, 12-3 p.m. The Lake of the Ozarks Wedding Expo will be held in the Granada Room. Vendors, food tastings, a fashion show, and prizes will be available. 52 | JULY/AUGUST2021| LAKE LIFESTYLES MAGAZINEwww.getmarriedatthelake.com/wedding-expo

FEBRUARY 26 & 27 HOME/LIFESTYLE EXPO

Lodge of Four Seasons, 3-7 p.m. Friday & 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. The Home, Business & Lifestyle Expo will be held in the Campana Hall. A wide range of products and services will be on display from vendors. www.camdentonchamber.com/ home-business-lake-living-expo

NOVEMBER 6 & 7 DINNER THEATER

7 p.m., Camden County Museum. A dinner January theater production of “The Man Who Came to Dinner” will be held. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. dinner is served at 6 p.m., and the play begins at 7 p.m. Cost is $15 per person. 573-346-7191 ext. 8, www.camdencountymuseum.org

NOVEMBER 7 & DECEMBER 5 SWING DANCE

7 p.m., Ozark Yacht Club. The Lake of the Ozarks Swing Dance Club will present their for Giving Anniversary Dance in November and the Jingle & Mingle Christmas Social & Dance in December. Social hour with dancers is at 7 p.m., followed by dancing until 10:30 p.m. Cost for members and sister club members are $7 per person and non-members and guests are $10 per person. A mix of music is played (swing, cha cha, country, nightclub two-step, waltz and others). Cash bar. www.LakeOzarksSwingDance.com

NOVEMBER 7

In its 19th year, the popular Eagle Days event has been moved to March. Typically held in January, with VETERANS PARADE community safety in mind, the Eagle Days Committee has decided to postpone the event until later in the spring in hopes it can be done safely and with more options, weather permitting. It is scheduled for 1 p.m., Osage Beach Parkway. The Osage Beach March 6 with live bird programs at Osage National Golf Resort and Regalia Hotel & Conference Center. Elks Lodge will host the 7th annual Veterans Birds of prey from Dickerson Park Zoo and the World Bird Sanctuary are brought in for the programs.. Parade. Cars will line up at 11:30 a.m. at City Hall FILE PHOTO with the parade starting at 1 p.m. Anyone is welcome to enter the parade. Registration needed. At the end of the parade the Elks lodge will be FEBRUARY 27 serving free hot dogs and drinks. 573–348-3798, 573-552-2901 POLAR PLUNGE Public Beach #2, 2 p.m. The annual Polar NOVEMBER 11-21 Plunge will be held at the Lake of the Ozarks State Park #2 in Osage Beach. Plungers jump GALA OF TREES into the Lake at 2 p.m. with the parade of Daily, Wobbly Boots. Bid on a decorated Christ- costumes happening beforehand. Participants mas tree or wreath during the Gala of Trees. must be at least 10 years old and raise a Proceeds going to Lake area children’s charities. minimum of $75 by event day. Money raised Opening day (Nov. 11) happy hour tickets are $20. goes to Special Olympics Missouri. The theme Opening night (Nov. 12) Gala tickets are A$25. this year is “Jurassic Times Call for Jurassic 217-779-2768 Plungers.” www.somo.org

NOVEMBER 14 QUILT SALE

10 a.m.-2 p.m., Camdenton United Methodist Church. Quilters and crafters will be having their quilt and craft items for sale. Masks and social distancing are encouraged. 573-346-5350

PARTY WITH A PURPOSE

6 p.m., Margaritaville Lake Resort. The Party with a Purpose fundraiser, benefitting Wonderland Camp, will be held in the Northwinds Ballroom. Entertainment by the i-Berry’s, complimentary cocktails, food, and a live and silent auction will be held. 573-392-1000

TRIVIA NIGHT

2:30 p.m., Christ the King Fellowship Hall. A 1950s-1980s trivia night and silent auction will be hosted by the Sailing Solo group. The event is open to everyone. Soft drinks will be provided, BYO snacks. Cost is $5 per person with money raised going to The King’s Academy. Masks and social distancing will be observed. 902-832-3064, 573-434-9528

NOVEMBER 20 & 21 HOLIDAY SHOPPING

9 a.m.-4 p.m., Camden County Museum. A Holiday Market Place will be held with craft booths, vendors, Christmas gifts and other items will be for sale. 573-346-7191

DINNER & SHOW

7:30 p.m., Seven Springs Winery. Curtain Call Theatre will present a speakeasy dinner and show, the “The Roaring 20s, A Modern Twist.” Come dressed in your favorite 20s attire for a chance to win best dressed. Tickets are $39/person. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., dinner served at 6:30 p.m. 573-317-0100, www.sevenspringswinery.com/ events

SEPTEMBER 11 & OCTOBER 17 HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

Bagnell Dam Strip. Anyone is welcome to park their car, truck or bike along the center lane and take part in the entertainment happening along the Strip. The September event will be held from 5-10 p.m. The theme is “A Salute to Our Military, Police, Firefighters & EMTs as We Remember 9/11.” Since the May event was canceled, it has been moved to October and will be held from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Hot Summer Nights on Facebook

SEPTEMBER 11-13 MAGIC DRAGON CAR SHOW

Daily, Bagnell Dam Strip. The 32nd annual Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals showcases all makes, models and years of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Each year 1,000 participants enter NOVEMBER 20-22 the show. Cars line up along the Bagnell Dam Strip. www.magicdragoncarshow.com STAGE PLAY 7 p.m. Saturday & 2 p.m. Sunday, The Royal SEPTEMBER 11 & 12 Theater in Versailles. The “Hillbilly Wedding Play” will be performed. Adult tickets are $10 for student and $5 for children 3-18. HILLBILLY FAIR www.theroyaltheatre.com Friday 4-11 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Laurie Fairgrounds. NOVEMBER 20-JAN 2 The 51st Hillbilly Fair includes live bands, a circus, exotic zoo, kids’ games, clowns, face paint- LIGHT PARK ing, a carnival, contests and 5-9 p.m., Laurie Fairgrounds. Drive through the other games. The parade will Laurie Enchanted Village of Lights holiday light be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. The park to see animated displays and an array theme is “Hillbillies Gone Hog of festive lights. Held each night during the Wold!” season. Donations are accepted. www.cityoflaurie.com www.cityoflaurie.com/ enchanted-village-of-lights

SEPTEMBER 12 RELAY FOR LIFE

6-10 p.m., Big Surf Waterpark. The Tri-County Relay for Life will host the first annual Crusin’ to Fight Cancer event. There will be raffle tickets sold for prizes, door prizes, food and drinks, and more. Registration is free. 573-216-9256 or Tri-County Relay for Life on Facebook

GARAGE SALE

9 a.m.-4 p.m., Camden County Museum. Vendors with a variety of items for sale will be set up at during the Indoor Garage Sale & Market Place. Admission free. Lunch available for donation. 573-346-7191 or www.camdencountymuseum.org

LAKE AIRSHOW

All day, Camdenton Memorial Lake Regional Airport. Show acts and vendors will be set up during the Lake of the Ozarks Airshow.

SUNDAYS LIVE BINGO

3 p.m., Osage Beach Elks Lodge. Bingo is held each week. Doors open at 2 p.m. Food and beverages available. 573-348-3798

TUESDAYS FIBER ARTS

10 a.m.-3 p.m, the Paint Box Cafe. Drop in knitting/crochet is held each week. All skill levels welcome. 573-374-6927

MAY 1

FebruaryHARBOR HOP All day, Lake area venues. The 24th annual Spring Harbor Hop will be held at waterfront bars and restaurants throughout the Lake area. Stop at participating venues to draw a card and complete a poker hand for a chance to win prizes. Cost is a $20 donation. www.funlake.com/harborhop

MAY 2, 9, 10, 16 & 23

CHORALE CONCERTS The Magic Dragon Car Show is usually held in May, but has been postponed to September. FILE PHOTOS Various times, Lake area venues. The Greater Lake Area Chorale is hosting their spring concert series An exciting show for all ages, “Americana,” with a presentation of watch as planes perform tricks in songs that will bring back memo- the air and see vintage aircraft. ries. Locations are: Lake Ozark www.lakeoftheozarksairshow. Christian Church at 2 p.m. May 2, com Kent Memorial Lutheran Church at 2 p.m. May 9. Versailles United SEPTEMBER 13 Methodist Church at 7 p.m. May 10, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at KIDS’ FISHING DERBY 2 p.m. May 16 and the Eldon First 12-3 p.m., Captain Ron’s. The Baptist Church at 2 p.m. May 23. Lake West Chamber of ComAdmission is free but a free-will merce hosts this free event for offering will be taken. kids ages 4-14. 573-374-5500 or www.lakewestchamber.com

MAY 8 TRIVIA NIGHT

7 p.m., Camden County Museum. The Camden County Historical Society is hosting a 1950s themed trivia night at the museum in Linn Creek. Cost is $10 per person. www.camdencountymuseum.org

CASINO NIGHT

3-6 p.m., Jolly Roger’s. The Treasure Island Casino Benefit for Wonderland Camp will be held to raise money for the organization providing programs and resources to those with special needs. A ticket includes an appetizer buffet, a drink ticket and $100 in chips. Cost is $40 in advance or $50 at the door. www.wonderlandcamp.org

July 3

MAY 14 & JUNE 11

BIKE NIGHT 5-9 p.m., Lake of the Ozarks HarleyCAR SHOW 5-10 p.m., Bagnell Dam Strip. All Davidson. The 3rd annual Stars, makes and models of cars, trucks Stripes & Bike Night includes prizes and motorcycles line the Bagnell and trophies, and food and drink Dam Strip during Hot Summer from vendors. Nights. Walk the Strip to see what’s www.lakeoftheozarksharley- being shown or park your vehicle davidson.com for this free event. Hot Summer Nights - Lake of the July 8 Ozarks, MO on Facebook FIBER ARTS 11 a.m.-3 p.m., OakStar Bank in Camdenton. The Lake Area Fiber Artists Guild is open to anyone with a fiber MAY 15 BOAT SHOW 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Margaritaville Lake Resort. A Classic Boat and Engine Rendezvous is presented interest regardless of experience by the Heartland Classics Chapter level. They meet each month to dis- of ACBS. Many kinds of classic, cuss and work on projects. wooden boats will be on display. www.lakefiberarts.com or The show is free. lakefiberarts@gmail.com www.heartlandclassics.org

July 9 & August 13 CRUISE-IN

9 a.m.-2 p.m., Camden County CAR SHOW Museum. A car show will be held 5-10 p.m., Bagnell Dam Strip. The Hot Summer Nights Car Show is held once a month in the summer. This is a free with trophies awarded to the top three judged cars. No classes. Registration fee is a $10 donation per car. A People’s Choice Award car show for spectators and car show will be cast by a donation of $1 per participants. The theme in July is vote. A 50/50 drawing will be held. “Muscle Cars - All American Speed.” Food/drink available for a donation. The theme in August is “Missouri Bi- Free admission. centennial 200th Birthday Party.” FILE PHOTO www.camdencountymuseum.org Hot Summer Nights - Lake of the Ozarks on Facebook MAY 22

MURDER MYSTERY

July 10 6 p.m., Camden County Museum. An audience participation mystery SWAP MEET presentation of “The Farndale 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Camden County Museum. The Camden County Museum Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society Murder Mystery” will be held. Cost is $20.will host a Swap Meet from 9 a.m.-4 www.camdencountymuseum.org, 573-346-7191 ext. 8

p.m. Many vendors will have a variety of items for sale. 573-346-7191 or www.camdencountymuseum.org

July 17

STAGE SHOW 7 p.m., Camden County Museum. A Young People’s Theater Performance of “The Princess Who Had No Name” will be held. Cost is $15 per person. Buffet dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. with the play at 7 p.m. Seating is limited so reservations are strongly suggested. 573-346-7191, ext. 8, or www.camdencountymuseum.org

Hot Summer Nights is held during the summer on the Bagnell Dam Strip. LAKE MEDIA FILE PHOTO BOATING EVENT Daytime hours, Captain Ron’s. One of the most popular summer boating events is moving this year. AquaPalooza will be held at the 35.5-mile marker. Several bands will perform while boats anchor out all day.

July 24

FESTIVE 5K 7 a.m., Tri-County YMCA. The annual Christmas in July 5K will be held at the Y in Osage Beach. Cost is $35 per person and includes a T-shirt, medal, swag bag and Christmas brunch. www.lakeymca.org

AquaPalooza is moving to a different venue this year. GEORGE DENNY

August 3

CITY EVENT Osage Beach City Park. The City of Osage Beach hosts this free event to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement. There will be vendor booths, an opportunity to meet with city officials and entertainment. www.osagebeach-mo.gov

August 7

MURDER MYSTERY 6 p.m., Camden County Museum. An audience participation mystery presentation of “Murder in Bloom” will be held. Cost is $20 per person. Seating is limited and reservations are strongly advised. 573-346-7191, ext. 8, or www.camdencountymuseum.org

August 28 & 29

LAKE SHOOTOUT All day, Captain Ron’s. The 33rd annual boat race takes place over the weekend at the 34.5-mile marker. Teams in a variety of classes will compete for the fastest speed to earn the Top Gun Trophy. Several events are held in the days and weeks prior including a golf tournament, treasure hunt, street party, mini Shootout, poker run and many other events. www.lakeoftheozarksshootout.com