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19 Going to Market

Take a look at the selection available at the farmers markets this season! Many are opening this month. Consult our list of places to go and support local growers and farmers.

25 A Taste of Italy

An new authentic Sicilian Italian restaurant at the Lake has opened. Located in Eldon, Joey’s Pizza has a full menu of Italian favorites including amazing dessert.

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Top Events

In May

The Spring Harbor Hop will be held all day on May 6. Go by water or land to one of the more than 40 participating locations to pick up a card. Keep hoping to checkpoints to obtain a full poker hand and turn it in by 7 p.m. to be entered into various prizes. Good luck!

Music Fest

The Lake of the Ozarks Blues Festival will be held May 7 starting at noon at Shawnee Bluff Vineyard. The festival is free! Food and drinks are available for purchase at the winery.

Free event!

The event will be held from 12-6 p.m. featuring performances by Amanda Fish, Coyote Bill & the Brood, The Otis Money Band and the LOTO Blues Society Band. For more information, go to www.lotobs.com.

Boat Show

The Heartland Classic Vintage Boat Show will be held at Bear Bottom Resort from 1-4 p.m. May 20. Enjoy more than 30 vintage boats on display during this gathering. Many of these boats span the decades and have gone through renovations projects to make them operational. It’s always fun to look over the boats and talk to owners about their vintage vessels!