Oct. 7-20 Vacation News

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IN THIS ISSUE

12 Fall Boating

The boating season isn’t quite over just yet. It’s a great time of year to get out and enjoy the fall colors. Get some tips from our boating expert before venturing out!

44 Fall Forecast

The Missouri Department of Conservation updates a fall foli age map for across the state each season. See where the best places to go are this year.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

In October

Pink events, to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month will be held this month. Lake Regional Imaging Center is offering mammograms for women who have never received one from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. November 5. Reg istration is required at lakeregional.com/FirstMammo. Insurance will be billed, or there is a self-pay option. For more information, call 573-348-8222.

Harbor Hop

Don’t miss the fall Harbor Hop on October 8. Draw a card at any of the nearly 40 participating stops by water or land to collect a poker hand. Prizes will be awarded. Each year the Har bor Hop is held in the spring and fall to kick off and close out the boating season at Lake of the Ozarks. For more information, go to www.funlake.com.

Dessert Theater

The Sunrise Beach Little The atre will be presenting a Des sert Theatre Production of “A Night of Skits”at the Sunrise Beach Community Center. Performances are October 20 and 21 with an additional matinee performance Sunday October 23. Admission is $20. BYOB with doors opening Thursday and Friday at 6 p.m. with production beginning at 7 p.m. Doors open at l p.m. on Sunday with production beginning at 2 p.m. Seating will be at dining tables. For reservations and seat as signment call 573-836-0934.

CALLING ALL VETERANS

Lake Media is calling all Veterans to submit their photos and service information to be included in our upcoming special section. The section will be running Wednesday, November 9, 2022 in the Lake Sun in time for Veterans Day on November 11th.

Please submit copies of photos (not originals), or you can submit with no photo. You can also come to the office where we can scan a picture for you. Please provide the following information.

Mail or drop off to:

LAKE SUN VETERANS PHOTOS

4427 Osage Beach Parkway, Suite A-300 Osage Beach, MO 65065

Or email to Barb.LakeSun@gmail.com

It’s the last big boating event of the season!

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

October

8 • Fall Fiber Festival sponsored by Lake Area Fiber Artists Guild from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Com munity Christian Church, N Bus 5, Camdenton. Handmade artwork for sale, vendor booths, fiber demonstrations. For more information, go to www.lakefi berarts.com or email lakefiber arts@gmail.com.

8 • The Ozark Hills Quilt Show will be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Community Christian Church in Camdenton. Spon sored by the Ozark Quilt Guild the event will feature quilt made by members, there will be a quilt raffle and quilter vendors. The show is held in conjunction of the Fiber Arts Festival.

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• The 37th annual Harbor Hop will be held at bars and res taurants across the Lake area. Enter to play and draw a card at participating locations. Prizes will be awarded to winners. For a full list of dealer locations and more information, go to www. funlake.com/harborhop.

8 • Arts in the Park will be held at the Camdenton City Park from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arts in the Park is free, hands on art expe riences for children and their families. Children go from tent to tent where they’ll have the chance to make pillows, crowns, bird seed cones, stamp art, masks, yarn eyes and many others. In ad dition to the Child Advocacy Council, other non-profit or ganizations will have tents too at which children can make various crafts. Hot dogs and popcorn and drinks are also provided for free.

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• The Osage Beach Fall Fes tival will be held at the Osage Beach City Park from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Live music, vendor booths, contests, a petting zoo, pony rides, a bounce house, food and drinks. For more information, go to www.osagebeach-mo.gov.

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• The Fire Flies annual Ham & Bean Dinner will be held from 4:30 p.m. until the beans are gone on Lake Road 7-9 on Iron town Road in Roach. The event benefits Northwest Fire Protec tion District Station 4. Adults are $7, kids are $5.

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• The Happy Days Fall Festi val will be held from 3:30-7 p.m. at Camdenton Crossroads on the Square. Vendors and food trucks will be available.

11, 18 & 25 • Drop in knitting/ crochet event from 10-3 at Paint Box Cafe in Palisades Vil lage on Hwy KK in Osage Beach. All skill levels are welcome. For more information call 573-3746927.

12 • Grandparents Raising/Car ing for Grandchildren Support Group Meeting, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association Re gional Training Center – Upper Level, 4821 Osage Beach Pkwy. Physical, emotional, personal and spiritual support available. Breakfast snacks and lunch pro vided. RSVP w/text or call: Deb 573-280-1659 or email: Crystal crystal@mofosteradopt.com by Monday, Oct. 10, to reserve a seat.

13 • Lake Area Fiber Artists Guild meeting from 11-2 at Com munity Christian Church, N Bus 5, Camdenton. Guild open to anyone with a fiber interest regardless of experience level, www.lakefiberarts.com, lakefib erarts@gmail.com.

14 • A Safety Day will be held at the Climax Springs School. The school will be bussing over el ementary students from Macks Creek as well. Presenters from MU Extension, Camden County Sheriffs Office, Southwest Elec tric, the Water Patrol, and the fire department will be on hand.

15 • The Witches Be Crazy Ball will be held from 7-11:30 p.m. at La Roca Club. Cost is $15. The evening includes a charcuterie spread, witchy drink specials, dancing, and door prizes for best dressed witches.

15 • The Iowa Reunion Club will host their annual event, the “IRC Iowactoberfeast (I-woctober-feast) from 5:30-7 p.m. This is the 10th of 12 events scheduled by the club for this year. This event, as are all Iowa Reunion Club events, is open to all current 2022 club members. Membership is $10 per year, per household to join. For more information, call Bil Cooper at 573-480-4601 or go to www.

iowareunionclub.com.

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• The 4th annual Fall Festival Fundraiser for the Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue & Sanctuary will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Entry is $100 for those over 3 years old or $50/ household. Activities include decorating a horseshoe, pump kin painting, a petting zoo, hay wagon ride, face painting and a bounce house. Pony rides will be given for $5/person. Food will be available for purchase. The sanctuary is located at 1025 Heritage Road, Linn Creek.

15 • A Suits for Soldiers event will be held at the Elks Lodge #2517 in Osage Beach from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. All active military and veterans are invited and will receive a free suit, shirt and more. Live music, food and entertainment. For more infor mation, go to www.suitsforsol dierslakeoftheozarks.com.

15 • Empty Bowls Fundraiser for Lamb House, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Camdenton United Methodist Church, 340 W. Highway 54. A $25 donation to Lamb House gets a choice of handmade pot tery bowl and a free soup lunch. cumc@camumc.org

15 & 16 • A Fall Food Truck Festival will be held at the Laurie Fairgrounds from 12-7 p.m. More than 20 food trucks are expected to be on-site with a variety of food and beverages. Face painting, bounce houses, and live music will be a part of the entertainment.

16 • A BoobieQue fundraiser to raise money for the Lake Regional Cancer Center will be held at Smokin Jones BBQ in Camdenton from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a $20 ticket includes the BBQ plate, a T-shirt and entry to win prizes.

20, 21, & 23 • The Sunrise Beach Little Theater will host a dessert theater production of “Mom’s Gift,” full-length play by Phil Olson. Doors open 6 p.m., Show at 7 p.m. for Thurs day and Friday show, Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Cost is $20. Reservations required.

21 & 22 • The Fall Festival/ Apple Butter Days will be held at the Camden County Museum. Craft boots, demonstrations, a quilt raffle, chili supper, and apple pie and apple butter will be for sale. Hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. Free admission. For information or booth avail ability call 573-346-7191 or go to www.camdencountymuseum. org.

20, 21 & 23 • The Sunrise Beach Little Theatre will present a Dessert Theatre Production of “A Night of Skits” at the Sun rise Beach Community Center, 15133 N. Highway 5 in Sunrise Beach. Admission is $20 for the play including dessert, coffee or tea. Doors open at 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday at 6 p.m. production at 7 p.m. Doors open at l p.m. Sunday with pro duction beginning at 2 p.m. For reservations and seat assign ment, call 573-836-0934.

22 • Hy-Vee in Osage Beach will host the annual Hy-Vee Hollow to benefit Wonderland Camp and the Dream Factory. For $2/child kids can go around to each booth set up in the park ing lot to get goodies. Held from 4-7 p.m. Businesses that want to have a booth can call Hy-Vee Osage Beach to sign up.

25 • Lake Regional Health Sys tem will host a Health Fair from 7-10:30 a.m. in the 3rd floor conference rooms at Lake Re gional Hospital. Several screen ings, some my require fasting, will be available for a nominal fee. Flu shots will be available. Preregistration is required at lakeregional.com/OsageBeach Fair. For more information, call 573-348-8222.

22 • The Osage Beach Senior Center Car Show will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Music and a bake sale will also be held. Food avail able for a nominal fee.

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• Civil War Roundtable will meet at 6 p.m. at the Camden County Museum in Linn Creek. Anyone who is interested in learning more about the Civil War, Post-Civil War and the In dian Wars is welcome to attend.

by Vicki Wood

More than a drinking town

Belleville, Ill., is a short drive east of St. Louis. Bel leville’s name comes from the French for “beautiful city.”

Those local to the area know Belleville for being America’s tavern capital. There are more taverns per capita in the county than anywhere else in the country.

“We like to have fun here,” one local resident said. The bartender at the Copper Plate Pubin downtown Belleville confirmed this.

“We are a town that really likes to drink,” he shared while serving up a scrumptious lunch of Buffalo Fried Cauliflower, Lobster Crab Rangoon and a hummus plate.

There are whiffs of the diverse cultural history that lingers in Belleville, with German influence being the strongest. But Irish, French and more recent Eastern European residents in fluence menu choices and location names about the city.

Belleville’s downtown is one of the longest main streets in the U.S., Chamber officials claim, and perhaps lends to the large amount of taverns placed. It runs from East St. Louis through Belleville.

One of the most popular drinking establishments is a recognizable chain, HofBraeuhaus St. Louis. Located on the edge of town between Belleville and St. Louis, Hofbraeuhaus offers authentic German beer flown in from Germany. But they stick local on the sausages served, preferring to keep it fresh by using locally-raised meats for their most famous dishes such as Wienerschnitzel, Sauerbraten, Rouladen and Wursts. HofBraeuhaus St. Louis is located at 123 Eugene Drive, Belleville.

The town square fronting the St. Clair County Courthouse with its famous fountain is the center of the town’s very popu lar festivals. The 150th birthday celebration drew some of the biggest crowds to date around the magnificent fountain. Ok toberfest is sure to bring a lot of folks out.

Later in the year, Belleville is host to the largest Christ kindlmarkt outside of Chicago in the Midwest. Modeled after the famous Vienna markets, Belleville’s Christkindlmarkt houses bavarian-style markets offering German, Swiss and other Old World gifts and snacks.

A night out of entertainment is not in short supply while visiting the eastern St. Louis suburb.

The Skyview Drive-In, opened in 1949, has two screens and is open April through October. With events such as craft shows and car cruises, The Skyview pairs an appropriately famous movie night to such events. Recently their car cruise hosted hundreds of vintage vehicles watching “Dazed and Confused,” a modern classic of car culture. The Skyview Drive-In can be visited at 5700 N Belt W, Belleville.

Another vintage theater still serving movie goers is the Lincoln Theatre in the downtown district. Its been in opera

Fresh Nurnberger Bratwurts from Schubert’s Smokehouse served over a bed of imported Sauerkraut topped with cranberry onions.

HofBraeuhaus St. Louis - Belleville

tion since 1921 and is currently showing first and second run movies and special live performances. In it’s early days it pre sented vaudeville acts and silent movies. Vestiges of the past can still be found at the Lincoln Theatre, with its vivid neon marquee hanging over the downtown sidewalks, and an oldfashioned bar-pull candy vending machine in the lobby. The Lincoln Theatre is located at 103 E. Main Street, Belleville.

Art on the Square in May has become one of Belleville’s biggest events, and perhaps has spurred the permanent influence of an emerging downtown art district. Merging vintage nostalgia with modern art forms has created a unique combination seen throughout the downtown art district. It’s a funky style that can be seen in the eclectic bars and taverns across the street at the vintage second-run movie theater and in park beer gardens.

Going out into the farmland surrounding Belleville, travel ers will find a simple farm store that has grown into an Illinois franchise. It’s a favorite for locals and visitors alike in the au tumn season.

Eckert’s Farm Market is the largest family-owned pickyour-own orchard in the U.S. Began in 1910 as a simple road side stand, the food served at Eckert’s is homegrown and hearty country fare. It couldn’t be more fun to harvest your own fresh local farm food. It’s located at 951 S. Green Moun tain Road, Belleville.

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A Vintage Boutique

Alpaca Haven

Bella Donna Salon

Bert Ehling Photography

& Co. Confectionery

Maid)

Landing

Chestnut Ridge

Bistro

The Front Porch

Shabby Chic Main Street Music Hall

Peace of Mind

Peacock Lane

Shabby Chic Boutique

Therapeutic Massage & Wellness Spa

Truly Bridal

Valentina’s Alterations

Village Antiques (Original Yankee Peddlers)

Sylvia’s Pet Grooming

Yankee Peddler Tea Room

Generations

The Front Porch

Chic

by Doug Beck

Tips for fall boating

Fall is finally upon us and while you may be sad to see the sum mer boating season go, boating in the fall has many advan tages. Fewer people are on the water and temperatures are a bit cooler, giving you the opportunity to have a peaceful trip out on the water that you wouldn’t normally get to experience during the prime summer boating months.

If you plan to head out, read on to learn some of the advan tages of fall boating and get tips for this boating season as well. Fall offers many of the same advan tages to boaters as spring does. Less congested waterways, boat ramps, and fuel docks, and so on. But boating into the fall offers other benefits of its own.

Extended Quality Boating Time

By continuing to boat into the fall, you get more weeks or even months of quality boating time. You don’t have to feel compelled to take your boat out every weekend like you would during the summer months to get the most out of it, making for a more relaxed boating season. Boating into the fall also means enjoying trips in cooler, calmer conditions. No more sweltering heat to take the edge off the enjoyment, or worrying about violent thunderstorms and poor boating conditions typical of summer season.

Fall is the best season of all for fishing in some climates. Many species of fish take the onset of fall to migrate, and these migrations lead to rivers, bays and coastlines teem ing with fish. Perhaps the best thing about boating in fall is the spectacular autumn scenery you get to enjoy. Trees turning to yellows, oranges and reds, and the calmer, flat

ter waters reflecting those colors create a blissful backdrop for boaters.

Be Prepared for Fall Boating

The extra precau tions you should take when boating in the fall are pretty much the same as for boat ing during spring and during winter. Bring plenty of layers of clothing to keep warm if the tempera ture unexpectedly drops or if you’re out on your boat longer than expected and get exposed to colder evening weather.

Wear a personal flotation device at all times, especially since falling overboard into cold autumn water can shock the body. A lifejacket or other PFD helps you remain afloat until you can be brought back onboard. Fewer boat ers nearby also means less available help, so make sure you file a float plan. That way people on land can initiate a search if you don’t return on time.

Prep your Boat for Winterization

Fall is a good time to prepare your boat for winter stor age. Take advantage of the cooler weather to winterize your boat if you haven’t already. An oil change, new spark plugs, inspecting the cooling system and replacing worn anodes are all maintenance tasks you need to get done before putting your boat away for the off-season.

Doug Beck is a certified National Safe Boating Council instructor, the co-chair of Lake of the Ozarks Water Safety Council and president of the Captains Association of Mis souri.

The Lake’s a great place to golf! To find out more about these local courses, go to www.golfingmissouri.com.

Bear Creek Valley Golf Club

910 Hwy. 42, Kaiser 573-302-1000 www.bearcreekvalley.com

The Cove at the Lodge of Four Seasons

315 Four Seasons Dr., Lake Ozark 573-365-8532 www.4seasonsresort.com

Golf Club at Deer Chase

770 Deer Path Dr., Linn Creek 573-346-6117 www.deerchasegolf.com

Eldon Golf Club

35 Golf Course Rd., Eldon 573-392-4172 www.eldongolfclub.com

Indian Rock Golf Club

100 Indian Lake Ave., Gravois Mills 573-372-3023 www.indianrockgolfclub.com

Lake Valley Golf Club

367 C.C. Blair Dr., Camdenton 573-346-7218 www.lakeval leygolf.com

The Oaks at Margaritaville

Lake Resort 1524 State Road KK, Osage Beach 573-348-8522 www.tan-tar-a.com

Old Kinderhook

20 Eagle Ridge Rd., Camdenton 573-317-3573 www.oldkinderhook.com

Osage National Golf Resort 400 Osage Hills Rd., Lake Ozark 573-365-1950 www.osagenational.com

The Ridge at the Lodge of Four Seasons 170 Seasons Ridge Rd., Lake Ozark 573-365-8544 www.4seasonsresort.com

Rolling Hills Country Club 13986 Country Club Rd., Versailles 573-378-5109 www.playrollinghills.com

Porto Cima (private club) 133 Club House Drive, Sunrise Beach 573-207-8700 www.portocima.com

Cool fall temperatures make it the perfect time of year to get out on the course.

Auxiliary steps up efforts

Anyone who has boated the Lake of the Ozarks over the years will agree that larger boats, faster boats, inexperi enced drivers and intoxi cated drivers are on the water more than ever. Holiday weekends have become a time to stay at the dock for many boat own ers.

According to David Kingsbury, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flo tilla 3-6 Commander, the Lake of the Ozarks was listed as the third most dangerous Lake in the United States according to coast guard statistics for 2021. Kingsbury is working to change that ranking and reduce the number of inci dents on our lake.

Flotilla 3-6, Kingsbury explained, is a voluntary compo nent of the United States Coast Guard that serves the Lake of the Ozarks. The main mission of the organization is to promote and help ensure recreational boating safety. The organization assists the U.S. Coast Guard active duty with all missions except for law enforcement and direct military.

“We do search and rescue missions, report safety haz ards and environmental concerns and address navigational aid issues,” Kingsbury said. “We offer boating classes to the public, provide safety literature to boat dealers and marinas and other duties related to recreational boating safety. We can radio the water patrol or coast guard to board a vessel if necessary.”

The auxiliary was active at the Lake in years past but saw a drastic decline in membership and activity due to the COVID pandemic. Kingsbury was elected commander last fall by the existing members effective Jan. 1. Since then, he has been working to create a presence and reminder of boating safety through events on and off the water.

“Last fall, we began attending public affairs events like expos and we’ve been working on training members who need to complete their qualifications,” he said. “We’re working to rebuild our capacity to conduct public safe boat ing classes and have an increased presence at major events on and off the water.” Courtesy vessel checks, he said, are

also available to ensure boats meet safety standards.

Kingsbury joined the auxil iary while living in Minnesota over 13 years ago. He was also an Army National Guard and Reservist for eight years.

“I wanted to continue serving my country and the Coast Guard Auxiliary was a good option,” he explained. “It enables me to serve my country and help enforce safe boating at the same time.”

Flotilla 3-6, Kingsbury said, is actively seek ing new members. Those interested will complete a membership application, have a background check done and com plete a series of initial online trainings to become basically qualified. Volunteers can then work on qualifications that make them eligible for mission opportunities. All training is free and is done at the same high standards as the U.S. Coast Guard. There are various levels of qualifications and opportunities, Kingsbury said. Members also have the option to have their boats outfitted as a facility, inspected and used for patrol. The U.S. Coast Guard reimburses for gas and provides a maintenance al lowance. There is currently one boat available for use and the auxiliary is expecting more.

The three- to five- year stretch goal, Kingsbury said, is to have at least three boats on patrol and a Coast Guard Auxil iary Station at the Lake.

“We’d like to have auxiliarists on-site monitoring what’s happening at the Lake during set operating hours,” he said. “Ideally, we would have boats positioned at different parts of the Lake for faster response times. A presence on the water is important because it reminds people to boat safe.”

“We have a wide range of vessels on the water along with many rentals with inexperienced drivers,” Kingsbury said. “We want to talk to boaters about boating safety, do courtesy vessel checks and basically prevent as many boat ing instances as possible.”

For additional information, contact David Kingsbury at dkingsbury@flotilla3-6.org or 573-489-2419. Information is also available on the website www.join.cgaux.org.

by John Neporadny Jr., jnoutdoors.com

Where the fish are

Thelake level was 657.8, generation of 1,500 cubic feet per second (CFS) throughout the week for a level of 657.8 by the weekend. Surface temperature at Bagnell Dam was 77 degrees. Truman Lake was at the 704.8 level.

To Note: The Lower Lake is from the dam to the 22-mile mark; Mid-Lake is from the 22- to 38-mile mark, the Upper Osage is from the 38-mile mark to the Route 65 Bridge.

Tournament Results

Matt Ells won the Major League Fishing (MLF) BFL tour nament last Sunday with a two-day catch of 10 bass weigh ing 35.07 pounds.

Bagnell Dam spillway/Osage River

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Slow on topwater lures around laydowns along the mud flats. Crappie: Good on small swimbaits. Catfish: Good on cut shad and skipjack herring.

Lower Lake

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Slow on topwater lures halfway back in coves. Crappie: Fair on jigs 6 to 12 feet deep around docks in the creeks. Catfish: Fair on jug lines baited with cut sunfish.

Gravois

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Fair on jigs, creature baits, Flukes, swimbaits and topwater lures either around shallow docks in the backs of creeks or for fish suspended 6 feet deep under main channel docks. Crappie: Good on swimbaits and jigs 6 to 12 feet deep around docks in the creeks. White bass: Fair on topwater poppers around shad schools in the middle of creeks.

Mid-Lake

Water clarity: Stained. Black bass: Fair on topwater lures in the morning along main lake points or jigs around brush and docks later in the day. Crappie: Slow trolling crankbaits in the coves filled with shad.

Grand Glaize

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Fair on jigs, plastic worms and crankbaits around shad schools on the main channel and in the coves. Crappie: Fair on jigs and min nows in brush piles and around docks 15 to 20 feet deep. Catfish: Fair on jug lines baited with cut bluegill.

Niangua

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Slow on jigs and Texas-rigged soft plastics along main and secondary points. Crappie: Fair on jigs in brush piles 8 to 12 feet deep.

Upper Osage

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Fair on spin nerbaits, topwater lures and glide baits around shallow docks in coves. Crappie:

Sources

Fair on minnows and jigs 10 to 12 feet deep in brush around docks. White bass: Fair trolling crankbaits and inline spinners along main and secondary points. Cat fish: Good tight-lining cut shad and nightcrawlers.

Truman Dam spillway

Water clarity: Clear. Fishing is poor for all spe cies.

Guide Alfred Chapman (573-465-3810), www.lakeozarkfish ingguideservice.com; Big Ed’s Guide Service (573-692-6710) www.bigedsguideservice.com; Guide Jack Uxa (573-4342570) www.lakeoftheozarksfishingguide.com; Guide John Blankenbeker (573-280-1455); Guide Terry Blankenship (573-480-2835); Guide Jim Dill (573-204-9005) www.james dillguideservice.com; Fitz Fishing (573-693-9299); Bryants Osage Outdoors (573-374-2278); Casey Scanlon (913-4493176) and Cody’s Bait & Tackle (660-723-5115). Tournament Results—Thanks to www.bassingbob.com.

compiled by Charis Patires

Where to celebrate Halloween

HAUNTED MAZE & GHOULS GATHERING

The scarier the better for Lake Breeze Resort owner Gena Aldrich. That’s why she decided to turn an area on the resort property into a haunted forest.

For the second year in a row, Aldrich and her staff will be setting up a very spooky outdoor haunted house that is both intriguing and creepy. It’s not for the faint of heart.

“We always joked about owning a haunted resort but it’s always booked up so you can’t prepare it,” Aldrich said. So when property next to the resort went up for sale, they saw the perfect opportunity to expand their business.

Aldrich created Ghouls Gathering and the Haunted Maze with one of the scariest British horror movies every made in mind. Segments of “The Descent” come alive as you make your way from the graveyard, into a killing workshop, and a dark and frightening cave. It takes about 30 minutes to get through but could go by much quicker depending on how fast you run. About 20 actors are a part of the Haunted Maze.

“We had so much fun hosting it (last year) and I was so thrilled it was scary enough,” she said.

Families with small children who may not want some thing too scary can still come to enjoy the kids area. Par ticipants receive a gift bag and will win tickets when they play games which can be turned in for prizes. Parents can enjoy drinks and watch their kids before heading into the Haunted Maze. Enter at your own risk!

Tickets are $25/person for entry into the Haunted Maze and Ghouls Gathering or $10 for kids (two free parents) for access to just the kids area.

Open Oct. 13-15, 21, 22, & 28-31 from 7-10 p.m. Lake Breeze Terrace is located at 7127 Old Route 5, outside of Camdenton. More information can be found at www.lake breezeterrace.com.

CAMDENTON HAUNTED HOUSE

A community effort to build a haunted house attrac tion in Camdenton was so popular last year, the group has

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gotten together again to make it even bigger and better this Halloween.

Jeffrey Brownlee and other members of the Camdenton Police Department, Camden County and volunteers have helped with framing and building the haunted house expand ing to four rooms this year. Home Depot in Osage Beach even donated all of the building supplies needed. All money raised will go to the Shop with a Cop Christmas program. The goal this year is to provide Christmas gifts for an additional 20 kids. The program helped 97 kids last year.

The rooms at the haunted house include a jail, jungle, clown and creepy girls room.

Located in North Street in Camdenton. Open Oct. 21 & 22 and Oct. 28-31 from 7-11 p.m. Admission is $5/person but ad ditional donations welcome. Money raised benefits the Shop with a Cop program.

Extra help is needed. Anyone interested can go to Camdenton Haunted House on Facebook and send a message for more information.

HY-VEE HOLLOW

The Osage Beach Hy-Vee hosts the annual trick or treating maze in the parking lot on October 22 from 4-7 p.m. Cost to enter is $2/child. Stop by and grab good ies from local businesses that will have booths passing out treats. Money raised goes to Wonderland Camp and the Dream Factory.

SPOOKY NIGHTS

The Hippopotamus Swim Up Bar at The Regalia Hotel & Conference Center will be showing spooky movies outside by the pool all month long. Free admission. Kids movies will be shown on Fri day and adult night is Saturday. Showtime is 7 p.m. The Friday kids sched ule is: Oct. 7, Hocus Pocus; Oct. 14, Nightmare Before Christmas; Oct. 21, BeetleJuice; and Oct. 28, Casper. Saturday’s adult films showing are: Oct. 1, The Shining; Oct. 8, A nightmare on Elm Street; Oct. 15, Texas Chainsaw Massacre; Oct. 22, Scream; and Oct. 29, Halloween.

HALLOWEEN PARTY

Walk through a haunted house and kill zombies with paintball guns at Fort 54 Paintball on Oct. 28 & 29. Live music and an 40 foot inflatable movie screen playing Hotel Transylvania will be set up. Bring a lawn chair. Cost is $25/person. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

For more information, go to Fort 54 Paintball on Facebook.

HALLOWEEN ON THE STRIP

Dress up the kids in their spookiest Halloween costume and go trick or treating during the day. An annual tradition in Lake Ozark, businesses all along the Bagnell Dam Strip will be passing out candy on Oct. 29 from 2-4 p.m. An area with games will be set up at Luby’s Plaza and a costume contest is held at 4 p.m. For more information, go to the Bagnell Dam Strip Association on Facebook.

HALLOWEEN PUB CRAWL

Pub crawls are always a popular event at Lake of the Ozarks. Get your best costume on and hop on the bus as it makes stops at seven different locations during Halloween Pub Crawl Oct. 29. Ride the bus for $5 and enjoy a fun evening of entertainment. Participating locations are: 10-42 Bar & Que, Hillbilly Yacht Club, Tony Gs, Maggie’s, Lake Burger, VFW, and the Li’l Bass Hole.

Do you have a Halloween event? Send it to charis.lakesun@gmail.com and we will get it in the next Vacation News!

story compiled by Charis Patires

Picking Pumpkins

It’s fall ya’ll. Time to visit a pumpkin patch, grab a hot chocolate and decorate your front porch for the season. Several farms in the Lake area are open this month and offer a variety of activities for a fun family outing.

ON THE COVER

The Garden Party

4.3 miles down V Road, Linn Creek

If you are looking to spruce up your home for the holi days, this stop located outside of the Camdenton area has everything you need. All sizes of pumpkins, gourds, minis, Indian Corn, mums, cornstalks, straw and other plants and fall décor is available. Open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. in October. Make plans to come back and shop for the Christmas season!

For more information, go to www.gardenpartyfarm. webs.com.

Harper Valley Farm

4114 Old South 5, Camdenton

Another great place to grab fall items, you’ll find mums, cornstalks, pumpkins, gourds, patio pots, ornamen tal glass and lots of other potted plants to dress up your front porch.

The Garden Party on Facebook

ON THE COVER

The Cave Pumpkin Patch

123 Swinging Bridges Road, Brumley

More than 10,000 pumpkin seeds have been planted in anticipation of this year’s fall crop of pumpkins so there will be plenty to decorate and take home. Dozens of activities are included in the admission. Kids will be able to go inside The Cave which is always decorated for the season, enjoy playground equipment, sand boxes, various yard games, go on a hay ride, climb straw bales, play mini golf, and experience the many other attractions set up around the farm. Additional activities such as paint balls, water balloons, pumpkin painting and pick ing pumpkins from the patch are available for a small fee. Admission is $8/person, ages 2 and under free. Cash only.

Open on weekends in October from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

For more information, go to The Cave Pumpkin Patch on Facebook.

MECCA Farms U-Pick Patch

425 Delmar Dr., Roach

MECCA Farms has a variety of fun activities for the kids in October. The farm has a 150 foot slide, petting zoo, nature trail, obstacle course, hay rides and other entertainment. Go to the field to pick out your pumpkins to take home. Admission is $7 for access to most attrac tions, children ages 2 and under are free. A few things that cost extra includes the make and take scarecrows, the corn cannon and concessions.

Open weekends in October beginning Oct. 8.

For more information, go to www.meccafarm.com.

Still Waters Farm 28891 Treeline Ln., Richland

Take a tractor hayride to the pumpkin patch, or visit the shooting and axe throwing area where adults can

practice their axe-throwing skills. Paintball, a corn launcher, pumpkin cannon and other fun activities are of fered. The kids area has a zipline, barrel train rides, tree fort, bounce house, pedal cart racers, a human hamster wheel, a sand pit and lots more.

Admission is $6/person on Fridays, $7/person on Saturdays with children 2 and under free. All activities in cluded except mining gem bags, axe throwing and paint ball. Pumpkin prices average $6, and a variety of food and snacks are also available to purchase.

From Lebanon: Take Interstate 44 east to Exit 140. Turn right off the exit toward N Highway. At the T inter section, take a left onto the Outer Road (Old Route 66). Travel 3 miles and the farm will be on the right.

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Make a dining room more elegant for entertaining

The kitchen may be the heart of a home, but when it comes to enter taining, a dining room — if one is present in a house — tends to be the prime gather ing spot for meals.

Dining rooms may not be top on the list of spaces to reno vate, as they tend to be used infrequently. But a dining room makeover may still be a worthy endeavor. Here are some simple ways to make the dining room more elegant and functional.

• Clear out the clutter. The first step toward improving a dining room eating area is to re move any extraneous items from the space. If the dining room table is not used very often, it likely has become a catch-all for other items, such as bills, newspapers or kids’ homework. Rather than using the dining space as a makeshift office or

homework station, invest in a rolling cart to store those papers and other items. Simply roll it into a closet or another room when it’s time to host a party.

• Hang a statement light. Few decorative items add as much drama and ambiance to a dining space as a new overhead light. People hear chandelier and think a bejeweled or crystal design. But various chandelier styles can fit the aesthetic of a home. The light will be a focal point and instantly make the dining area more elegant. Install the light on a dimmer to adjust the illumina tion as needed to set the mood.

• Invest in new linens. Pur chase coordinating table linens that will be used for special oc casions. A decorative table cloth or table runner coupled with cloth napkins and placemats helps to set the scene of the din ner party.

• Add a piece of artwork. Many modern homeowners have eschewed the China cabinet that once was standard in din ing rooms. Rather than a bulky piece of furniture, a large piece of statement-making artwork or framed photos over a more minimalistic buffet table or small service bar is preferable. Choose artwork that complements the colors in the space.

• Include a centerpiece. Cen terpieces add sophistication to the table and tie into the event. Floral arrangements, a bowl or basket of fruit, pine cones or greens from outdoors, or collect ibles like shells in a tall canister can serve as centerpieces.

There are many simple ways to dress up dining spaces and make them more elegant.

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Wood floor installation dos and don’ts

Jaw-dropping

features can sell a home in a heartbeat. A penthouse apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows and a pan oramic view of a city skyline likely won’t prove a hard sell, nor will a home with an in finity pool overlooking a landscape of rolling hills. As awe-inspiring as such features can be, some more subtle components, such as authentic hardwood floors, also can do much to make a home more appealing to pro spective buyers.

Hardwood floor ing is a sought-after commodity. Data from the National Association of Realtors indicates that 54 percent of home buy ers are willing to pay more for hardwood floors. In fact, NAR figures indicate that 28 percent of buyers between the ages of 35 and 54 consider hardwood floors “very important” when looking for a home. Homeowners who are considering selling their homes, or those who simply want to upgrade their existing flooring, may want to consider installing hardwood flooring. Though it’s a project best left to professionals, hardwood flooring can be installed by skilled DIYers. In such instances, homeowners may want to keep these dos and don’ts in mind.

DO hire a professional if you have limited or no DIY flooring experience. Hardwood flooring instal lation is not generally a project for novice DIYers. Hardwood flooring projects may present some com mon challenges, but no two homes are the same. So unless they have prior experience installing floors in multiple rooms or homes, homeowners may save themselves time, trouble and a significant amount of money hiring a professional to do the job.

DON’T ignore the subfloor. New hardwoods won’t erase the problem of subfloors in poor condi tion. According to the home renovation experts at

BobVila.com, squeaky floors could be an indication that the subfloor has begun to warp or twist. Sinking floors are another indi cator of deteriorating subfloors. Subfloors should be somewhat level before new hard woods are installed, so DIYers should inspect and address subfloor issues before installing new flooring.

DO expose wood flooring to the ele ments in your home prior to installation. The home improve ment resource Build Direct recommends acclimating hard woods to the space

where they will be installed. Skipping this important step could result in gaps during the winter and cup ping over the summer. To acclimate hardwoods, open the boxes and spread them out for about a week while running the air conditioner or heater at normal levels. When storing hardwoods prior to installation, avoid keeping them in potentially moist areas like a basement.

DON’T skimp on tools. A DIY hardwood floor ing installation might be less expensive than hiring a professional, but homeowners should resist any temptation to increase those savings further by purchasing less costly tools or fewer tools than is necessary to complete the job. BuildDirect notes that DIYers will need at least a miter saw, table saw, cleat-nailer or stapler, finish nailer, compressor, jamb saw, chalk line, nail set, and tape measurer when installing hardwood floors. Purchase all necessary tools and read product reviews to ensure each tool is up to the task.

Wood floors can be awe-inspiring. Some hom eowners can install such flooring on their own, and the project can be much easier if they learn as much about installation as possible prior to beginning the project.

The rise in allelectric homes

When asked to think of modern homes, many people might think of minimalism, neutral colors, open concept floor plans, and large windows without treatments. While each of those features are components of modern homes, just what qualifies as “modern” is ever-changing and often a reflection of what buyers are looking for. And lately, many buyers are looking for all-electric homes.

A 2015 study by the U.S. Energy Information Administration found that the number of all-electric homes had increased over the previous decade. In fact, the EIA study found that 25 percent o f homes in the United States used only electricity. All-electric homes are generally con sidered more environmentally friendly because they lessen homeo wners’ carbon footprint by reducing their need for fossil fuels like natural gas. Electric heat pumps, inducti on stoves and electric fireplaces are just some of the technologies that can be found in all-electric homes.

Though the design style of all-electric homes needn’t be modern , there’s no denying that the growing popular ity of such homes makes them an option for homeowners with mode rn sensibilities.

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Upscale dining at Jones Chophouse

Even as Mike Jones opened Jones Out post in Montreal in 2018, he held onto his dream for a steak house one day. Two years later, Jones opened Smokin’ Jones in Camdenton, his steakhouse dream still alive and his fortunes on a rising arc. At the top of that arc is the newest restaurant, Jones Chophouse in Osage Beach. It’s his dream come to life.

Mike’s passion for cook ing creatively has brought him great success and even more creative opportunities with the help of loyal staff members who followed him to Smokin’ Jones and now to Jones Chophouse, located in the old private dining club, The Bull Pen. According to Jill Hartman, manager of both the Chophouse and Smokin’ Jones, the building’s existing look and feel per fectly suited Mike’s vision for upscale casual dining. He could also honor the his tory of the place at the same time.

Jill, who has managed Mike’s restaurants for years, says the staff was able to follow them to the Osage Beach location. She ex plained that the Old Favorite menu items from the Out post also followed them to Osage Beach. A special sec tion for the new menu, called Outpost Favorites, lists coun try Fried Pig, Chicken Livers & Mushrooms, and more.

The new menu also lists dishes that will become in stant classics among Jones’ followers. In the tradition of fine chop houses, Jones

Chophouse offers a Hand-Cut Rib Eye and a BoneIn Pork Chop from the Steaks & Chops section.

Jill added that Shrimp & Grits is a dish of which they are especially proud. The Chophouse ver sion of shrimp and grits is a very generous bowl of cheesy grits adorned with large shrimp, smoked sausage, fire-roasted corn, pickled onion, and tricolored peppers. The various flavors combine and enhance each other. Part of the joy of this dish is the diner’s ability to create different taste combina tions with every bite.

Jill’s salad recommendation, Bleu Cheese Wedge, arrived with authority. It was a beautifulbright iceberg wedge covered with fire-roasted corn, tomatoes, fresh bacon bits, red onions, and huge bleu cheese crumbles, all topped, of course, with a bleu cheese dressing.

Jill’s two dessert recommendations are dazzling. The first, a New York Cheesecake, is served in a very long, thin wedge with an elegant and flavorful drizzle of macerated strawber ries. The second choice, a Raspberry Truffle Cake, stood six light and airy layers tall. It was topped with two truffles and whipped cream. This magnificent edifice is drizzled with chocolate and raspberry.

Jill recommended two drinks from the Chophouse

Cocktail Menu. First, the Earl Grey Fizz is a variation of a Gin Fizz created with an Earl Grey simple syrup and prosecco for sparkle. The gin is very subtle with the Earl Grey forward. It is clean and crisp with a slight lemon tanginess.

Second, the Georgia Peach, is a bourbon cocktail with peach schnapps and a peach mud dle stirred into a rosemary simple syrup. A sprig of rosemary garnishes. This drink delivers a good bourbon flavor with the peach playing a strong accompanying part. It is clean and crisp with a citrusy lemon finish.

As with any Mike Jones restaurant, service perfectly complements the creations from the kitchen making a truly great fine dining experience.

DINING GUIDE

AMERICAN/FAMILY STYLE

4 Seasons Cafe/JJ Lafata’s

4312 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 365-6989

5 Diner (The)

25718 Hwy. 5 Gravois Mills; 372-8146

Applebee’s

4040 Highway 54 Osage Beach; 348-9595 applebees.com

Bee’s Knees

106 W. Jasper St. Versailles; 539-2525

Bend Bourbon Bar (The)

1622 Horseshoe Bend Lake Ozark; 693-1553

Bonnies Cafe

4196 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-2468 bonnie-cafe.edan.io

Buffalo Wild Wings

200 Kestrel Ln. Lake Ozark; 693-1060 buffalowildwings.com

Chili’s Grill & Bar

3820 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-1116 chilis.com

Chuckwagon Cafe 888 N. Business Rt. 5 Camdenton; 346-5050 chuckwagoncafemo.com

Eagle View Sports Bar & Grille at Osage National 400 Osage Hills Rd. Lake Ozark; 365-1950 osagenational.com

Fire Station Bar & Grill

146 Illinois St. Camdenton; 873-2222 firestationbargrill.com

First Watch

4325 Osage Beach Pkwy. N Osage Beach; 258-4971 firstwatch.com/locations/lakeof-the-ozarks/

Golden Corral

3734 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 693-9156 goldencorral.com

Greenside Bar & Grill at Lake Valley Country Club

367 C.C. Blair Dr. Camdenton; 346-7213 lakevalleygolf.com

J.D. Waddles at the Inn at Grand Glaize

5142 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-4731 innatgrandglaize.com/jd-waddles

JJ Twig’s

1815 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-9911 jjtwigs.com

Just A Little Diner

53 South Business Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 873-2243

Lake Time Cafe

107 Hwy. O Laurie; 207-2429

Malted Monkey

1345 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-9792

Off the Cliff

66 North Shore Dr. Lake Ozark; 365-1655 offtheclifflakeozark.com

Outback Steakhouse

3930 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-4670 outback.com

Panera Bread

4840 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-0024 panerabread.com

Phat Sal’s West

401 N. Main Street Laurie; 207-2655 phatsalsloto.com

Pioneer Restaurant

801 W. Newton St. Versailles; 378-5886

RJ’s Family Restaurant

275 W. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 346-6133

Rock Bar & Grill (The) at Indian Rock Golf Club

100 Indian Lake Ave. Laurie; 372-3023, ext. 15 indianrockgolfclub.com

Roxie’s Roadhouse

1289 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-9960

Royal Catch Bar & Grill at the Regalia Hotel & Conference Center

250 Racquet Club Rd. Lake Ozark; 723-3000 theregaliahotel.com

Taboo Ice Cream and Deli 200 N. Main Laurie; 207-5202

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Tonka Hills Restaurant

2598 US-54 Linn Creek; 873-2140 Facebook.com/TonkaHillsOzarks

T-Rays Uglys Bar

2545 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-9974

Tuckers Shuckers Oysters & Tap

1339 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark; 365-9769 tuckersshuckers.com

Twisted Tony’s

5175 Osage Beach Pkwy Unit C Osage Beach; 693-1013 twistedtonys.com

Val’s Country Cookin’ and Sassy Servers

601 N. Main St. Laurie; 374-0922

Wahlburgers @ Hy-Vee

929 Hwy. D Osage Beach; 302-7977 hy-vee.com

Yankee Peddlers Tea Room

1011 Main St. Osage Beach; 348-5045 yankeepeddlerstearoom.com

BARBECUE

10-42 Bar and Que 432 Valley Rd. Gravois Mills; 372-5141

Bandana’s Bar-B-Q

4315 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-4500 bandanasbbq.com

Barn-B-Que Smokehouse

14 Ravenwood Dr. Lake Ozark; 693-9959 thebarnbque.com

Dierbergs Bob’s BBQ

4655 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 552-0200

HalfSauced Barbeque

4185 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-3200 halfsauced.com

Sublime BBQ

217 South Main Street Laurie; 816-589-3967

Wobbly Boots Roadhouse

4705 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-2277 wobblybootsbbq.com

BREAKFAST

Bear Creek Valley Golf Club

910 MO-42

Osage Beach; 302-1000

Breezes at the Lodge of Four Seasons

315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark; 365-3000

Cozy Café (The)

1018 Hwy. KK

Osage Beach; 348-3324

Hook Cafe (The) at Old Kinder hook

58 Club Pl. #2 Camdenton; 317-3573 www.oldkinderhook.com/hookcafe

On the Rise Bakery & Bistro

5439 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-4224 ontherisebakery.com

Pancake House

5980 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-6400

Rusty Rooster Cafe (The)

3247 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-1778 rustyroostercafe.com

Stewart’s Restaurant

1151 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-2400 stewartsrestaurants.com

98 E. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 873-2900

8779 N. Hwy. 5 Greenview; 873-3000

CAJUN

Brick House Cajun Cuisine

1333 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-693-9775 brickhousecajun.com

Shrimp Daddy’s

16218 N. Hwy. 5 Sunrise Beach; 374-7800

ETHNIC

China Town Chinese Restau rant

465 W. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 346-4962

Touch of Asia

3715 Osage Beach Pkwy., Suite 1 Osage Beach; 302-7733

Wok-N-Roll

1359 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

DINING GUIDE

Lake Ozark; 365-2090 woknroll1359.com

Zen Asian Restaurant

5203 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-0088

ITALIAN

Domenico’s Italian Restaurant

4737 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-5335 domenicoslakeozark.com

Li’L Rizzo’s

2196 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 365-3003 lilrizzos.com

929 Premium Outlets Dr. Osage Beach; 302-1500

Shell’s Pasta Emporium

3924 Jr. Prewitt Pkwy., Suite C Osage Beach; 693-9171

MEXICAN

El Caporal

323 Hwy. 54, Suite 101 Camdenton; 317-1500 elcaporalcamdenton.com

El Patron

126 Illinois St. SW Camdenton; 873-2876

La Costenita

1030 State Hwy KK Osage Beach; 552-8674

MaMa CiTa’s Mexican Cantina

939 Chef Street Osage Beach; 693-9946 mamacitasosagebeach.com

Pablito’s Taqueria

5896 Osage Beach Pkwy. #1 Osage Beach; 552-8450

PC Tacos

207 E. 3rd St. Eldon; 557-2206

Sergio’s Taqueria

4824 Osage Beach Pkwy. #4 Osage Beach; 302-7337

2107 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-1771

Sunrise Cantina

264 Sunset Hills Dr. Sunrise Beach; 374-8185 sunrisecantina.net

Taqueria La Tapatia

5838 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-1161

Tres Hombres

Camdenton; 873-5822

Vera Cruz

309 MO-5 Versailles; 378-5757

Vista Grande Mexican Restau rant

4579 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-1231 vistagrandemexicanrestaurant. com

FINE DINING

1932 Reserve

1202 Procter Dr. Osage Beach; 693-9197 www.1932reserve.com

Baxter’s Lakeside Grille

2124 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-2669 baxterslakesidegrille.com

Bentley’s Restaurant & Pub 3100 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-5301 bentleysrestaurantmo.com

The Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar

3076 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-9973 theencoregrill.com

HK’s Steakhouse

315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark; 365-3000 4seasonsresort.com

JB Hook’s 2260 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-3255 jbhooks.com

Jeffrey’s Prime Rib & Lobster

1252 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 348-DINE jeffreysatthelake.com

Michael’s Steak Chalet

1440 Swiss Village Rd. Osage Beach; 348-3611 steakchalet.com

The Tavern at Trails End 258 Trails End Rd. Sunrise Beach; 374-2895 thetavern-trailsend.com

Trophy Room in Old Kinder hook 56 Club Place Camdenton; 317-3560 oldkinderhook.com

Windrose Marker 26 at Mar garitaville Resort 26 MM of the Lake 494 Tan Tar A Dr. Osage Beach; 348-3131

MargaritavilleResortLakeoftheO zarks.com

PIZZA

Andy’s Pizza

108 Cecil St. Camdenton; 346-8300 addyspizza.com

Al’s Chevy’s Pizza & Pub 5151 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-0027 lakeozarkpizza.com

Alley Cats Pizza & Pub 1263 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 964-5559

Big Ry’s Pizzeria 27574 Hwy. Y Rocky Mount; 392-5271

Casagrotto Pizza 1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 964-5224 casablancalakeozark.com

Godfathers Pizza Express at CG’s Mini Mart 11947 N Hwy. 5 Sunrise Beach; 374-4433

PaPPo’s Pizzeria & Pub 4705 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 693-1092 pappospizzeria.com

Pepperoni Bill’s 35 Camden Ct. Camdenton; 873-2365

Tony G’s Pizzeria 14160 Twin Bays Rd. Gravois Mills; 372-3600

RESTAURANTS & BARS

Casablanca 1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 964-5224 casablancalakeozark.com

Chances ‘R’ 310 S. Main St. Laurie; 374-8770

City Limits Restaurant and Spirits 664 Hwy. Y Eldon; 392-3105

EC’s Bar & Grill 4344 Osage Beach Pkwy., Suite C-1 Osage Beach; 693-9168 ecsbarandgrill.com

Foxxy Roxy Sports Bar at the Regalia Hotel and Conference Center

250 Racquet Club Rd. Lake Ozark; 723-3000 theregaliahotel.com

Hero’s Junction 27560 Hwy. Y Rocky Mount; 392-5850

Lucky’s

1140 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 964-6550

Lucy’s at the Lake 1311 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-1711

Marty Byrde’s 1286 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 240-2274 martybyrde.com

The Nauti Pirate

1165 N. Bus. Rte. 5 Camdenton; 317-9565 thenautipirate.org

Oh Tommy’s Irish Pub

6285 N. State Hwy. 7 Roach; 347-3133 ohtommysirishpub.com

The Office Neighborhood Pub 4460 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 693-1555

Scuttlebutt Bar & Grill 91 East Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 346-4994

S.N.A.F.U. 1275 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-1693

Tirebiters Peanut Pub 4704 Jayhawk St. Osage Beach; 552-8842

Viking Post 306 2097 State Rd. Y Linn Creek; 317-1109

Whiskers

944 West Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 346-6100

Whittle’s Pub & Grub 108 S. Maple St. Eldon; 392-5900

Wicked Willie’s Sports Grill 5384 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 693-1777 wickedwilliessportsgrill.com

Willowes

2010 State Rd. A Montreal; 346-6197

Woody’s Tavern

5834 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-0545

WATERFRONT

Backwater Jacks

18 MM of the Main Channel

4341 Beach Dr. Osage Beach; 348-6639 backwaterjacks.com

Bear Bottom Resort

38 MM of the Main Channel

Lake Road 5-36 Sunrise Beach; 374-6905 bearbottomresort.com

Boathouse Lakeside Bar & Grill

3 MM of the Main Channel

107 Village Marina Rd./W-20 Eldon; 552-9496

Bobber’s Restaurant at Al honna Resort

8 MM of the Main Channel

677 Outer Drive Lake Ozark; 365-2634 thealhonnaresort.com

Boondockz at Lazy Dayz Resort

45 MM of the Main Channel 267 Runaway Dr.

Climax Springs, 345-4590 runawayresort.com

Bulldog’s Beach House

33 MM of the Main Channel

121 Teton Ln. Camdenton; 873-3311 bulldogsbeachhouse.com

Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill

34.5 MM of the Main Channel

82 Aloha Ln. Sunrise Beach; 374-5852 captainronsatthelake.com

Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill

7 MM of the Gravois Arm 15208 Red Hollow Rd. Gravois Mills; 372-6500 coconutsatthelake.com

Docknockers

4 MM of the Main Channel 245 Wheelhouse Ct. Lake Ozark; 693-1633 docknockers.com

Dog Days Bar & Grill

19 MM of the Main Channel 1232 Jeffries Rd. Osage Beach; 348-9797 dogdays.ws

Fish & Company (The)

31 MM of the Main Channel

268 Wego Fish Ln. Camdenton; 8730022 thefishandcompany. com

Franky and Louie’s 10 MM of the Main Channel 1028 Deer Valley Rd. Sunrise Beach; 3745750 frankyandlouies.com

H. Toad’s Bar and Grill at Cam den on the Lake 7 MM of the Lake 2359 Bittersweet Rd. Lake Ozark; 365-5500 camdenonthelake.com

Halfway Inn

47 MM of the Main Channel Lake Road 135-3 (1038 Cup Tree Rd.)

Gravois Mills; 374-1919 halfway-inn.com

High Tide 21 MM of the Main Channel

1700 Yacht Club Dr. Osage Beach; 693-1525 hightidepool.com

JB’s Boathouse Grill at Mar garitaville Resort

26 MM of the Lake 494 Tan Tar A Dr. Osage Beach; 348-8619 MargaritavilleResortLakeoftheO zarks.com

Jolly Roger’s Grub & Grog/ Kraken Shack Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 28443 Polk Dr.

great BBQ and COLD drinks!

Al Griffin photo

Tirebiters in Osage Beach.

DINING GUIDE

Rocky Mount; 392-0700 grubngrog.com

Lake Burger

29475 Mill Creek Marina Rd. Gravois Mills; 207-4422 lakeburger.com

Lake House 13

13 MM of the Main Channel

98 Oasis Cir.

Sunrise Beach; 372-8339 lakehouse13.com

Landshark Bar & Grill at Mar garitaville Resort

26 MM of the Lake

494 Tan Tar A Dr. Osage Beach; 348-8593 MargaritavilleResortLakeoftheO zarks.com

Larry’s on the Lake

31 MM of the Main Channel 364 Galley Rd. Camdenton; 873-5227 larrysonthelake.com

Lazy Gator’s

7 MM of the Main Channel 132 Sweet William Rd. Lake Ozark; 660-441-0574 lazygators.com

Maggie’s on the Lake 8MM Gravois Arm

15251 Fleener Dr. Gravois Mills; 207-3693

Miller’s Landing

28.5 MM of the Main Channel 1431 Runabout Dr. Osage Beach; 348-5268 themillerslanding.com

NautiFish Rum Bar

3 MM of the Niangua Arm 1022 Nautica Rd. Camdenton; 286-2226 nautifishrumbar.com

Neon Taco

0MM

1076 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 964-6064

Papa Chubby’s Food & Booze

26 MM of the Main Channel 820 Serene Valley Dr. Sunrise Beach; 374-8000 papachubbys.com

Paradise Tropical Restaurant & Bar

24 MM of the Main Channel 430 Tropical Trail Dr. Sunrise Beach; 374-4777 paradiseatthelake.com

RedHead Lakeside Grill

21MM of the Main Channel

1700 Yacht Club Dr. Osage Beach; 693-1525 redheadyachtclub.com

Shady Gator’s

7 MM of the Main Channel 132 Sweet William Rd. Lake Ozark; 365-6464 shadygators.com

Shorty Pants Lounge

21 MM of the Main Channel 1680 Autumn Ln. Osage Beach; 302-1745 shortypantslounge.com

Tap and Grill Lake Side Brew

Haus

6.5 MM of the Main Channel 31959 Dunwandrin Rd. Gravois Mills; 207-0029 tapandgrillatthelake.com

The Wet Spot Bar & Grill 59.5 MM of the Main Channel 33880 Ivy Bend Rd. Stover; 372-9903

WINERIES/BREW

Lake of the Ozarks Brewing Company 6192 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 693-1993 lozbrewingco.com

Ozark Distillery & Ozark Brew ery 1684 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 348-2449 ozarkdistillery.com

Seven Springs Winery 846 Winery Hills Estates Linn Creek; 317-0100 sevenspringswinery.com

Shawnee Bluff Vineyard

8 Tolwood Rd. Eldon; 365-1100 shawneebluffwinery.com

Shawnee Bluff Winery

2430 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 365-9935 shawneebluffwinery.com

Shortleaf Brewing Co. 311 South Business Rt. 5 Camdenton; 873-2081 www.shortleafbeer.com

SPECIALTY

Andy’s Frozen Custard 4820 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-0020 eatandys.com

DINING

Brew Brothers Coffee

404 East 4th St. Eldon; 280-6430 brewbrotherscoffee.net

Celebration Cruises

0 MM of the Main Channel 1009 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 480-3212 cruiselakeoftheozarks.com

Coral Reef Seafood

5370 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach; 348-4000 coralreefseafood.net

Courthouse Cafe 100 E. Jasper Versailles; 434-3456

The Donut Den

2545 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Ste 211 Lake Ozark; 542-8041

Great Stone Coffee

1375 State Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 693-9273 greatstonecoffee.com

Harmy’s Cheese Store & More

6378 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 693-1243 harmys.com

Higher Grounds Coffee House

498 W US 54 Camdenton; 873-2696 highergroundsloz.com

Icehole

1371 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 693-9594

Randy’s Frozen Custard

4681 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 693-1423 randysfrozencustard.com

Sip Coffee House

932 U.S. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 873-2565

FAST FOOD

Cree Mee Drive-in

801 S. Aurora St. Eldon; 392-5418

Culver’s

5785 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-0244 culvers.com/restaurants/osagebeach

Dairy Queen

619 N. Bus. Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 346-5855 dairyqueen.com

Eldon Drive-In

607 S. Aurora St. Eldon; 392-3490

Jimmy John’s

4082 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 302-7323 jimmyjohns.com

Steak & Shake

3920 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 348-0090 steaknshake.com

How to submit

To have your restaurant in cluded in the Drink & Dine res taurant listing, send restaurant name, address, phone number, website and your contact in formation to charis.lakesun@ gmail.com.

Off the Cliff. Facebook photo

by Charis Patires

Band brings diverse backgrounds to Lake area

Todd Osbern knew at an early age he wanted to be a performer, but he was painfully shy. His so cial anxiety kept him from listening to that inter nal fire to entertain others.

When it came time to decide what to do in life, he decided to pursue a psychology degree. He stumbled upon an instructor at Drury University, Ty Pierce, who in spired him. Pierce was an amateur magician and would do tricks during breaks in the three-hour night courses Osbern was taking.

“I expressed interest. He taught me a few card holds and shuffles and I got into it,” Osbern said. “Not only did it help me get over my social anxiety, but I ended up booking high-paying gigs as a magician at Missouri State University, Drury and Big Cedar Lodge. I tried something new and people were immediately and spon taneously reacting with praise.”

Osbern had taken an acting class before and de cided to take some acting classes during the day. He auditioned for a play, and was given a small part which earned him an award for “Best Cameo.” After that, he was given a lead role in almost every play for three years. He won a “Best Actor Award” at Drury in 2003, graduating with a psychology major and theatre minor. He’s acted in many plays at Landers and Vandivort the aters in Springfield and picked up the acoustic guitar to learn how to turn some of his poetry into songs.

“I started getting paid to play in front of people, eventually leading to getting up the nerve to play with others that were far more talented musically,” Osbern said. “Since then I’ve written over 60+ original songs, played literally thousands of gigs over the course of the last 12 years consistently, and I’ve been so incredibly lucky to have shared stages with some of the most phe nomenally talented musicians I’ll ever meet.”

After his partner in a duo called “Canto 17” was in jured, Osbern got together with a few other musicians and played for a couple of years. As players moved on he eventually formed Hometown Tourist, which today consists of Osbern on vocals and rhythm guitar, Eric Rosseau playing percussions and drums, and Matt Streu ber on bass and lead guitar.

Q&A

What style of music do you perform?

Describing our original music is always a bit of a challenge but one description I’ve heard that I felt was pretty accurate: an upbeat, edgy, earthy, improv driven, dynamically versatile, three-piece version of a new-age Dave Matthews Band. We play a ton of original material (over 60 original songs), along with hundreds of covers

from all genres and decades of music, putting our own unique acoustic flavor on the covers. With three diverse backgrounds amongst the players, elements of funk, jazz, rock, singer-songwriter, world beat, and jam band come through at various times in the music. We sprinkle in some complex ideas and methods of creation while remaining palatable to a wide range of listeners.

Are you influenced by any musicians/bands?

We are all literally influenced by every bit of art and music we consume. We have diverse musical tastes and backgrounds but we all love REAL music.

What is it about performing that you all enjoy?

I love the fact that performing music on stage forces a musician to be deeply involved in the moment. The present moment is the only thing that truly exists. We want to bring value and abundant joy to that moment for others in attendance, so that when they walk away they feel impacted in a positive way by the time we shared.

Get Connected

Hometown Tourist Band on Facebook

hometown_tourist_sgf on Instagram

Hometown Tourist on GigSalad

www.msha.ke/toddosbern

Photo provided

by Jill Pritchard, Missouri Department of Conservation

When to see fall foliage

Thetemperatures are cooling down and trees are beginning to change color – a sure sign that fall has arrived. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages people to enjoy fall foliage through camping, driving tours, hiking, or even floating. To help, MDC offers weekly online fall color updates from agency foresters all over the state at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor.

“Our fall color reports are such a convenient resource for the pub lic,” said MDC Forestry Field Programs Supervisor Russell Hinnah. “The reports begin around mid-September and are updated weekly. They show users where trees are beginning to turn and also suggest best places to see the changing leaves.”

Predicting the peak of fall color can be difficult, but much de pends on the weather. Hinnah noted the dry summer weather could affect this year’s color.

“We had droughty conditions over the summer, which could cause trees to lose their leaves early or begin changing colors earlier than normal,” he explained. “This may affect the amount of fall color we see later in the season.”

The season’s chilly evenings are imperative for leaves to change color.

“Sugars produced by photosynthesis are trapped inside leaves by the chilly autumn nights,” Hinnah explained. “Those sugars are the building blocks for the rich red, yellow, orange, and purple pigments. Cool nights cause the breakdown of green pigments, allowing the fall colors to show through.”

Missouri trees first begin changing color in the northern part of the state, then move southward. Sassafras, sumac, and Virginia creeper are some of the earliest to change in mid-September. In late September, black gum, bittersweet, and dogwood are turning. The peak of fall color is usually around mid-October.

“Trees such as maples, ashes, oaks, and hickories are at the peak of their fall display by the middle of October,” Hinnah noted. “Nor mally by the end of the month, colors are fading and leaves are fall ing.”

Missouri’s fall color can be viewed and enjoyed from almost any where. For spectacular vistas, choose routes along rivers with views of forested bluffs, and along ridges with sweeping scenes of forested landscapes.

“We encourage everyone to visit MDC’s conservation areas or Missouri state parks to enjoy a scenic drive,” said Hinnah.

Fall color isn’t limited to trees. Prairies and roadsides display beautiful shades of gold, purple, olive, and auburn with autumn wild flowers, shrubs, and grasses. In cities and towns, enjoy places with mature trees, such as older neighborhoods, parks, and even cemeter ies.

MDC provides its annual fall color update at mdc.mo.gov/fall color. The weekly reports include what kinds of trees are turning and suggestions on the best places to view them. The updates run Sep tember through November.

LOZ ranks top autumn boating destinations

From enjoying the fall foliage in the North to chasing warm weather destinations in the South, some of the best boating journeys are during the autumn months.

As the leaves change and the temperature drops, less boaters are inclined to cruise the waterways, so this might be the perfect time to vacation with your water vessel. Boat line has provided six of the top autumn boating destina tions to check out during the upcoming months.

1. Bar Harbor, Maine

New England’s foliage makes this one of the prettiest destinations to visit in the U.S. during the autumn months. As you travel up the coastline on the Atlantic Ocean, Bar Harbor, Maine is truly worth the visit. Situated on Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor serves as a gateway to scenic mountains and cliffs in the surrounding area. It is a truly remarkable sight during autumn, as the canopy of fiery red, orange, and yellow trees engulf the area. While you are there, you should check out Acadia National Park. Dock your boat and hike the 2.6-mile loop to the summit of North Bubble and observe breathtaking views of Jordan Pond and Eagle Lake. The peak time to see the fall colors at Bar Har bor is from mid-September to mid-October.

2. Fort Lauderdale/Miami, Florida

Considered the “Yachting Capital of the World,” Fort Lauderdale is a great getaway for boat owners seeking warmer weather during the fall. While you’re there, be sure to check out the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). This five-day event showcases over a thousand boats, including some of the world’s premier yachts, and it attracts all types of boaters from around the world. If you are seeking the more touristy and active city life, cruise down to Miami, dock your yacht at a marina, and eat nearby at an extravagant oceanside restaurant.

3. Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri

During the autumnal season, from mid-September to early November, there is no shortage of colorful foliage along the shore of Lake of the Ozarks. With approximately 1,150 miles of shoreline, you can cruise along this lake and experience what feels like an endless, vibrant splendor. One of the favorite activities to enjoy on Lake of the Ozarks dur ing this season is to simply cruise the waterway and take pic tures of everything in sight. Dock your boat and enjoy the stunning views of fall colors on the water at one of their top lakeside restaurants. If you are feeling adventurous, hike to a few different scenic overlooks to take in its surreal beauty.

4. Devil’s Fork State Park, South Carolina

During the fall season, not only can you escape to slightly warmer weather, but you can also enjoy incredible fall foliage views at Devils Fork State Park. Nestled in South Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, this national park provides an escape from civilization. Its main attraction, Lake Jocas

see, possesses an undeveloped shoreline, cascading water falls, and picturesque scenery. This is a prime location for the boater seeking solace and relaxation during the fall. The fall color display typically peaks from late October to midNovember.

5. Hudson River, New York

The Hudson is most known for its access to New York City and New Jersey, however, as you cruise up the river, you will soon realize why this is an incredible fall boating destination. As the busyness turns to serenity, enjoy the crimson, gold, and purple trees that line the river. Grab your gear for your fishing boat and be on the lookout for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, and salmon. As you cast your line for your next catch, don’t be surprised if you come across large birds, including eagles, herons, and egrets; the nearby marshlands are common congregating spots for various avian species.

6. Tellico Lake, Tennessee

Another great spot to view the fall foliage, Tellico Lake is a great boating destination for the autumn season, es pecially between mid-October and early November. With views of the Great Smoky Mountains and more than 300 miles of shoreline, boaters can enjoy the calmness of the water and the vibrant leaves surrounding the lake. While cruising the waterway, you’ll feel like you’re in paradise, as the weather during the fall is crisp, yet pleasant.

Fall can be one of the best times of the year for any boater. If you enjoy the colors of autumn, be sure to check out one of these northern areas for a picturesque boating experience. If you still desire extended warm weather, visit a southern destination for an entertaining, yet satisfying vaca tion. When you are ready to purchase a new or used boat to tour one of these destinations, make sure to visit Boatline. com.

live

October

Thursday, October 20

Casablanca, Tim Newell, 7:15 p.m.

Friday, October 21

American Legion/Sunrise Beach, Dave Dunklee, 610 p.m.

Backwater Jack’s, Omega Brown

Casablanca, Adam Powell, 7 p.m.

Franky & Louie’s, Velvet Bricks, 7-11 p.m.

H. Toad’s, Marcus Words, 6 p.m.

Shawnee Bluff Winery, Traveling Kind, 5-8 p.m.

Saturday, October 22

Brick House, Duoly Noted, 7 p.m.

Casablanca, Bryan Copeland, 8 p.m.

Franky & Louie’s, Velvet Bricks, 7-11 p.m.

H. Toad’s, Jordan Isakson, 6:30-10:30 p.m.

Shawnee Bluff Winery, Lake Collective, 5-8 p.m.

Sunday, October 23

Shawnee Bluff Winery, Scott and Strala, 1-4 p.m.

Thursday, October 27

Casablanca, Tim Newell, 7:15 p.m.

Friday, October 28

Casablanca, Steven Scott, 7 p.m. H. Toad’s, Patrick Wilson, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Off the Cliff, Cindy Lawhorn, 5-8 p.m. Shawnee Bluff Winery, Me & Jim, 5-8 p.m.

Saturday, October 29

Brick House, John Allen’s Classic Rewind, 7 p.m. Captain Ron’s, Christiana, 7-11 p.m. Casablanca, Duoly Noted, 7 p.m.

Franky & Louie’s, Gator Heads, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. H. Toad’s, S.C., 6:30-10:30 p.m. Shawnee Bluff Winery, Grayson Wood, 5-8 p.m.

Sunday, October 30

Franky & Louie’s, Gator Heads, 12-4 p.m. Shawnee Bluff Winery, Traveling Kind, 1-4 p.m.

get listed

Attention musicians, bands, bars and restaurants: Send us live entertainment schedules to be included in our live music listing. Event information must in clude name of venue, name of entertainer, time, date and contact information for verification. Send information to charis.lakesun@gmail.com or call 573346-2132. The following list has been updated as of press time.

OCTOBER