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21 Halloween Events EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Joyce L. Miller, jmiller@lakesunonline.com

We’ve got a full list of Halloween events, pumpkin patches and other fun attractions to see this season. There’s something for all ages so get your costume on and get ready to be spooked.

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24 Enjoy the Fall Colors

From places to kayak to fall color reports don’t miss out on some of the most beautiful scenery in your own backyard. Find out when and where to go to see the spectacular changing colors.

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Top Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . 10 Day Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Fishing Report . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Dining Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 On the Cover . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Lake Live . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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TOP EVENTS In October

Lake of the Ozarks Elks Lodge #2517 Fresh apple butter and apple pies will be for sale during the annual Apple Butter Days & Fall Festival at the Camden County Museum October 16 & 17. Held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free admission to browse the many craft booths, see demonstrations and a living history program.

Business Expo Looking for a product or service, or just want to browse and see what available on the market these days? The Lake West Chamber of Commerce will host the 2020 Business Expo on October 24 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lake Christian Academy in Sunrise Beach. A wide range of products will be under one roof with business representatives available to answer questions.

Admission and parking is free.!

7TH ANNUAL VETERANS DAY PARADE Saturday, November 7, 2019 at 1 p.m.

(Lineup – 12:00 p.m.)

Parade Route: Osage Beach Pkwy from City Hall to Elks Lodge

Car Show The final Hot Summer Nights of the Season will be held throughout the day on October 17. This classic cruise for vintage and custom cars, trucks, & motorcycles will be held from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. along the Bagnell Dam Strip.

The theme for the event is “Invasion of the Hot Rods.”

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Free food and drinks at Elks Lodge after the parade!

If you would like to participate in the parade, please contact John Morlock at 573-280-3240 Sponsored by Elks #2517 and City of Osage Beach VACATION NEWS 9

CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCTOBER 16 & 17 • Fall Festival/Apple Butter Days will be held at the Camden County Museum.

Craft booths, demonstrations, a quilt raffle, chili supper, apple butter and pies for sale and other entertainment will be held. Admission is free. For information or booth availability call 573-346-7191. For more information, go to www.camdencountymuseum.org.

17 • Hot Summer Nights, a free car show for spectators and participants, is held along the Bagnell Dam Strip the second Friday of the month during the summer. Held from 5-10 p.m., 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 theme in May is “Invasion of the Rat Rods.” Go to Hot Summer Nights on Facebook for more information.

17 • The Lake of the Ozarks Swing Dance Club will present their Awesome 70s and 80s Halloween Bash e at Ozark Yacht Club in Lake Ozark. Social hour with dancers will be at 7 p.m., followed by dancing until 10:30 p.m. 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. For more information, go to www.LakeOzarksSwingDance.com, their Facebook page.

17 • A Fall Festival will be held at Stark Caverns from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cave tours, vendors and other entertainment will be held.

For more information, go to www.starkcaverns.com/fall-festival.

17 • The Iowa Reunion Club will host their annual Fall event, the “IRC’s Iowacotberfeast” (I-woc-tober-feast) for all current 2020 Iowa Reunion Club members. This event will be held at Wicked Willies in Osage Beach from 5:30-7 p.m. This event, as are all Iowa Reunion Club events, is open to all current 2020 club members. The Iowa Reunion Club, celebrating their 26th year on the lake, is for former Iowans, and part time Iowans, that live at the Lake of the Ozarks. Membership is $10 per year, per household to join.

For more information, call Bil Cooper at 573480-4601 or go to www.iowareunionclub. com.

17 & 18 • Ballparks National - Lake of the Ozarks will be celebrating its opening with a community celebration. On Saturday a ribbon cutting will be held October 17 at 5 p.m., followed by BBQ, a beer garden, bonfire and smore’s. After sundown, a laster light show and fireworks will be held. On Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. there will be face painters,

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a balloon artist, caricature artist, tricycle races, corn pit, bounce houses, giant slide, hay rides, pumpkin painting, and food.

The new ballpark venue is located at 480 Kissick Way in Macks Creek.

will be passing out candy and other goodies.

Businesses can sponsor a booth for $100.

Proceeds go to the Dream Factory and Wonderland Camp. Cost is $2 per child to enter the maze.

18 • The annual Classic Country Jamboree will be held at the Lodge of Four Seasons starting at 2 p.m. Doors open at 1 p.m.

Headliners are Leona and Ron Williams with 11 additional performers. Tickets are $20 for GCMA members, $30 for non-members and free for those ages 12 and under. For tickets contact 573-348-2181.

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19, 26 • Bingo is played at the Elks Lodge in Laurie (174 Elks Lane) every Monday. Doors open at 11 a.m., play at 12:30 p.m. Food for purchase from the Lady Elks Auxiliary. Lots of space for social distancing, mask optional. No Smoking in building. Call 573-3744781 for more information.

7 • The Lake of the Ozarks Swing Dance Club will present their Thanks for Giving Anniversary Dance at Ozark Yacht Club in Lake Ozark. Social hour with dancers will be at 7 p.m., followed by dancing until 10:30 p.m.

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 twostep, waltz and others) Cash bar. For more information, go to www.LakeOzarksSwingDance.com, their Facebook page.

21-23 • The Sunrise Beach Little Theatre will be presenting a Dessert Theatre Production of “Angel Street (Gaslight)” at 7 p.m. (with doors opening at 6 p.m.) at the Sunrise Beach Community Center. Admission to this production will be $20 for the play which includes dessert, coffee and tea. Audience members are welcome to BYOB. Due to Covid restrictions seating will be limited. For reservations and seat assignment call 573-836-0934.

22 • The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Fall Dinner & Awards program from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Regalia Hotel & Conference Center. Tickets are $40/ person through Oct. 16 or $50/person after. For more information, go to www. lakeareachamber.com.

23 & 24 • La Roca Dance Studio is hosting a Halloween Dance for kids. On October 23, the dance will be for kids in grades 6-8. Held from 6-9 p.m. On October 24, the evening is open to high-school teens in grades 9-12.

Cost is $5 at the door with concessions available. RSVP by calling 573-348-0773.

24 • The Lake West Business Expo takes place at the Lake West Christian Academy from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free parking and admission. Visit with businesses offering a wide range of products and services. Proceeds benefit Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

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

31 • Kent Memorial Lutheran Church in Sunrise Beach will host a Truck or Treat event from 5-7 p.m.

31 • Hy-Vee in Osage Beach will host a trickor-treating event from 3-6 p.m. Kids can visit booths set up by local businesses who

6 & 7 • A dinner theater production of “The Man Who Came to Dinner” will be held at the Camden County Museum at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is served at 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per person. Call 573-3467191 ext 8 for reservations.

7 • The Osage Beach Elks Lodge will host the 7th annual Veterans Parade. Cars will line up at 11:30 a.m. at City Hall with the parade starting at 1 p.m. Anyone is welcome to enter the parade by calling the Elks Lodge at 573–348-3798 or Fred at 573-552-2901. At the end of the parade the Elks lodge will be serving free hot dogs and drinks.

11-21 • The Gala of Trees will be held at Wobbly Boots. Bid on a already decorated Christmas tree or wreath with proceeds going to lake area children’s charities. Opening day (Oct. 11) happy hour tickets are $20. Opening night (Oct. 12) Gala tickets are A$25. For more information, call Christy at 217-779-2768.

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

14 • A 1950s-1980s Trivia event will be held at Christ the King Fellowship Hall in Lake Ozark. Hosted by the Sailing Solo group, the event is open to everyone. Soft drinks will be provided, BYO snacks. Cost is $5 per person. It is a fundraiser for The King’s Academy and will include a silent auction. Masks and social distancing will be observed. RSVP to Richard at 902-832-3064 or Kathy at 573-434-9528.

October 16- November 5, 2020

DAY TRIP

by Vicki Wood, newsroom@lakesunline.com

Grand Lake Wine Trail Cross the boarder for a road trip to taste some unique and flavorful wines.

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rand Lake in Northeastern Oklahoma sits just about 30 miles past the Missouri/Oklahoma border. A spectacularly undeveloped waterway where commercial businesses and condominiums are less in presence than other lakes, Grand Lake is also home to some great wineries.

Monkey Island Winery and Cottages stands out for its fruit wine from the bounty of their ranch. Also home to the Royal Horse Ranch established in 2010, Monkey Island Winery grows pears, peaches, and blackberries to produce fruity offerings. Their Grand Lake Vineyards were planted in 2004 with Cynthiana/Norton, Chardonel, and Cabernet Sauvignon vines. The owner is well educated in the art of wine production, as well as being an avid vintage collector.

The new tasting room serves around 30 varieties, with unusual choices such as Pie Pumpkin, California Cherry, among many more not usually seen at wineries. The favorites like Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot all have clever names exclusive to the Monkey Island label adding to fun at the tasting room. Groups giggle at each other when they order “Drawing A Blanc” sauvignon blanc, or “Chard-N-Hay” their crafted chardonnay.

In addition to wines, Monkey Island Winery hosts wine themed cottages with a working horse ranch, making the vineyard and winery a destination to go visit and stay awhile.

Monkey Island is worth a visit in itself with a lot of interesting landmarks. The Shangri-La Resort on the island has a boat that belonged to John F. Kennedy on display in their lobby, the RESTOFUS. His prior boat was named TENOFUS. As the family grew, they purchased the bigger speedboat and aptly named it reflecting the expansion of the Kennedy clan. The Shangri-La Resort is the center of activity for food and fun on the island. A world class golf course, restaurants, and spa are included with lodging.

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Also located on Monkey Island, The Shebang is a menagerie of eatery, shopping, and dancing, all in one funky brick complex accented with flamingo pink posts and doors. Steaks and seafood, along with all sorts of creatively named dishes with New Orleans flair are on the menu. The wine list is extensive, that’s why they are on my list. With 40 wines, and 5 champagnes, one can only dream of ordering the Dom Perignon that is offered.

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DAY TRIP Monkey Island Winery is located at 55800 E 273 Rd, Monkey Island, OK 74331 They can be found online at https://www. royalhorseranch.net/winery--cottages.html On the southern tip of Grand Lake wine lovers will find Okeozark Winery.

Sitting in the foothills of the Oklahoma Ozark Mountains, this for makes a few original wines that can’t be found elsewhere. They have taken their Swedish, English, and French heritage into account when producing their family recipe of dry, sweet, and semi-sweet labels. Riesling, chambourcin, Fredonia, and Mars variety vines flourish on their 200 year old farm property, lending to the authenticity of their label.

Fruit and sparkling wines round out the list at Okeozark Winery. The Arkansas Red Cedar Tasting room is a thing of beauty. Properly named, the entire room is paneled and furnished in red cedar. Tastings are given by appointment only. The family recipe wines are unapologetically crafted in the Ozark tradition of homemade wine, with the owner’s family roots running back to the 1800s in wine making. The blue metal building shop sits at 12273 East 470 Road, Salina, OK 74365 They can be found online at www.okeozarkwinery1.com Heading north on Interstate 44, about an hour west of Grand Lake is Vogel Family Vineyards. The first thing that grabs visitors at Vogel Vineyards is the artistic label.

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Valley of California. Next comes the grounds that are a landscaped paradise above the Kansas hills. Founded in 2004, the vineyards are one of the hardest worked fields that I’ve witnessed. It seems as if millions of grapes are being harvested here including Cabernet, Sirah, Merlot, and Malbec varieties. If you are a sweet wine lover, this is probably not your kind of wine. California style wines are full bodied, with little sweetness for the Midwestern palate.

The Vogel family proudly declares that they wanted to grow and produce wines not normally grown in the Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma area. Their mission was also to produce full-bodied wines that are uniquely pleasant to a wider range of palates

Where to go Shangri-La Resort 29975 S 566 Rd Afton, OK

The Shebang is located at 29975 South 566 Road Monkey Island, OK Vogel Family Vineyards is located at: 116 Hillcrest Drive, Galena, KS. Online at www.facebook.com@vogelfamilyvineyards

Vogel Family Vineyards is a fine replica of what the owners learned when visiting Napa Valley in California.

It was their goal to fashion the winery after the tremendously beautiful wine estates there. They have succeeded, and outdone a few!

With 6.5 acres of vines, the property makes a nice living from the small batch winery. The owners have recently listed Vogel Family Vineyards for sale, and would

like to see other wine lovers interested in carrying on the business.

Their wine bar in the stately mansion continues to be open.

Tastings are offered by appointment only. Walking the meticulously kept grounds at this vineyard is the closest experience there is in the Midwest to the California wine scene.

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Fishing report

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he lake level was 658.0; generation of 900 to 3,000 cubic feet per second (CFS) throughout the week for a level of 657.9 by the weekend. Surface temperature at Bagnell Dam was 70 degrees. Truman Lake was at 704.3 level.

Tournament Results

Cole Anderson won the Big Bass Bash last weekend with a 6.67-pound largemouth bass.

Bagnell Dam spillway/ Osage River

Water clarity: Stained.

Black bass: Good on topwater lures, jigs and Ned rigs along main channel logs and rocks. Crappie: Fair on minnows.

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Lower Osage

Water clarity: Clear. Black bass: Fair on Choppo and Whopper Plopper topwater lures, jigs and drop shot rigs along docks on the main lake and halfway back in coves around docks. Crappie: Fair shooting jigs under main lake docks.

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Water clarity: Stained. Black bass: Good on topwater lures, square bill crankbaits and jigs 2 to 6 feet deep in the backs of coves or on jigs and deep-diving crankbaits 12 to 25 feet deep on the main lake. Crappie: Good shooting jigs under docks or on minnows in brush 10 to 15 feet deep.

White bass: Good on topwater lures and Alabama rigs in backs of coves.

Mid-Lake

Water clarity: Stained. Black bass: Slow on shaky head

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FISHING magnum plastic worms in brush piles in coves and on main lake. Crappie: Good shooting jigs under docks or on jigs and minnows in brush piles 12 to 14 feet deep. White bass: Good on topwater lures when fish are surfacing. Catfish: Fair drifting cut shad on the main channel.

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Grand Glaize

Water clarity: Stained. Black bass: Fair on topwater lures and jigs along docks and wave breaks. Crappie: Good on jigs and minnows 10 to 15 feet deep over brush around shad schools.

White bass: Good on jigs around shad schools on the main lake.

Niangua

Water clarity: Clear.

Black bass: Slow on topwater lures early in the morning, jigs along main and secondary points or crankbaits along bluffs. Crappie: Good shooting jigs under main lake docks over deep water.

White bass: Fair trolling small crankbaits on the main channel.

Upper Osage

Water clarity: Clear.

Black bass: Good on jigs around docks and shallow brush in the backs of coves.

Crappie: Fair on minnows 8 to 10 feet deep along docks.

White bass: Fair on Roostertails along points. Catfish: Good on limblines baited with sunfish.

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Guide Alfred Chapman (573-465-3810), www.lakeozarkfishingguideservice.com; Big Ed’s Guide Service (573692-6710) www.bigedsguideservice.com; Guide Jack Uxa (573-434-2570) www.lakeoftheozarksfishingguide.com; Guide John Blankenbeker (573-280-1455); Guide Terry Blankenship (573-480-2835); Guide Jim Dill (573-2049005) www.jamesdillguideservice.com; Fitz Fishing (573693-9299); Bryants Osage Outdoors (573-374-2278); and Ferg’s Bait & Tackle (660-438-7413). Tournament Results—Thanks to www.bassingbob.com.

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by Paul Leahy, PGA Golf Pro and the Director of The Oaks Golf Course at Margaritaville Lake Resort

The Lakes Longest Golf Holes

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ver wonder what it would be like to be a tour player? Hitting drives 300-plus yards, hitting wedge from 170, and shooting 65 like you’re playing miniature golf. You may never hit it like a tour player but you can experience the length of the average holes on the PGA tour by playing some of the Lake’s longest holes the next time you visit.

My mantra has always been “Play it Forward” and play the tee that is appropriate for the distance of your average drive, but next time you play one of these courses maybe, just maybe play these holes from the tips to see how good these professionals are that you watch on television every week.

The Lake’s longest course from its tips is Osage National from the Palmer Tees. The Mountain/River combination comes in at 7,149 yards in length and the Mountain/Links combination comes in at a staggering 7,165 yards, easily out-

Osage National hole No. 8 on the Mountain Course.

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GOLF distancing The Club at Porto Cima’s length of 7,036 yards from its back tees. Conversely the shortest course to call the Lake home is Indian Rock Golf Club measuring 6,427 yards, followed closely by the Oaks at Margaritaville Lake Resort at 6,432 yards. Let’s take a look at some of the longest holes in detail.

The longest Par-4 at the Lake was an obvious choice, I thought. I figured hole 18 at the Club at Porto Cima, measuring 461 yards, had to be longest at the Lake, but I was wrong. Playing 484 yards at its maximum, hole number 8 on the Mountain Course at Osage National Resort tops this list. This demanding tee shot requires precise accuracy and tremendous length off the tee. Play is dramatically downhill on the second shot to a huge green, which is easily 50 plus yards from front to back. If you are blessed to hit the fairway you are treated to one of the best panoramic views you will find at any course, anywhere.

If 484 yards wasn’t enough, to make it a bit more challenging, the tee ball is technically blind. You can’t see the fairway and you must trust your aim as you hit toward the trees in the foreground that frame the hole, hoping to get a favorable bounce left on this left to right dogleg. Arnold knew what he was doing when he designed this gem, making this a signature hole at Osage National. Even if you’re not playing from this tee, take a minute and walk out to see the view or lack of from the tips on this great hole.

Let’s take a look at the par-3s. Once again I penciled in the famous 4th hole at the Cove, known as “Witches Cove,” to be

the longest playing at 227 yards. This time I not only missed but this hole came in a distant third behind the 7th hole at Lake Valley Country Club measuring 228 yards. The winner, measuring a staggering 239 yards, is hole number 8 at the Golf Club at Deer Chase. To make matters worse, this monster par-3 plays 239 yards uphill making it feel like you have to fly the ball 250 yards-plus just to make it green high. Depending on where the pin is situated it could play an additional 20 yards further if the pin is located back of center. They have multiple tee boxes on this hole so thankfully the tees are not there very often, but I have hit my share of drivers here. If you want to feel like you’re playing on tour with the pros, play those driveable par 4s well here’s your chance … play this par 3 like a par 4 and swing away.

I bet you make more 4s than 3s.

You might be thinking the 559 yard 14th at the Club at Old Kinderhook or the 561 yard 3rd hole at Oaks at Margaritaville would top the list of longest par-5s but you would be wrong.

We once again head to Osage National and look at number 9 on the River Course, measuring 626 yards. R&A figures report the average driving distance for a male amateur to be 215 yards and male amateurs with handicaps of five or below only average 240 yards, so this hole will be a lot to handle.

Taking those figures into consideration, the average male amateur would have 411 yards into the green for his second, and after the third if he were fortunate, he would still have over 200 yards to the green. Now you think of tour pros where

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GOLF the longest hitters would be challenging this hole in two makes you understand just how good they are. To make matters worse there is trouble right and left off the tee, and the fairway narrows considerably by the green leaving you a very small area to run ball onto the green. The green is easily 40 to 50 yards deep with a large hump in the middle separating the two tiers of this green, making this a very demanding hole no matter what tee you decide to play.

I am not an advocate for playing golf from its farthest point as I want golf to be as fun, enjoyable and as fast as possible. When I got to move up to the senior tees I took full advantage and my score has reflected it by having a lot more scoring opportunities instead of putts for par. Looking at the length of some of these holes and the scores they post on a weekly basis on tour will give you an idea of how good they really are.

If you look at the yardage at most tour events at well over 7,000 yards and the Mountain/Links coming in at 7,165 yards it would probably rank toward the bottom for total length of courses that are played.

It is a challenge to try to play from this yardage to see how you stack up, but I guarantee you will have more fun playing the tees that are suited for you.

Here’s to making more birdies and less X’s by “Playing it Forward.”

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Thrills, chills and family fun Looking for something spooky to do this month? There are lots of pumpkin patches, haunted houses and trick or treating events being held. Here’s our list of favorite spots for a frightfully-good time.

The Cave Pumpkin Patch The Cave Pumpkin Patch is open weekends only (through November 1) from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy the cave, playground, sand boxes, photo ops, ladder balls, a covered bridge, ping pong, basketball hoops, hay rides, straw bale climb, mini golf, corn toss, and lots of other games that are all included in the admission price. Admission is $6/person and free for kids ages 2 and younger (cash only).

Other activities including water balloons, paintballs, ice cream, and pumpkin painting is available for a small fee.

Located at 123 Swinging Bridges Road in Brumley.

Haunted House The Zombie Wasteland Haunted House is open every Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m.-12 a.m. Cost is $25/person. There are six different attractions: Zombie Wasteland, Bigtop of Terror, Atrophy Asylum, Hatchet Hallow, The Morgue Escape Room, and the Carnevil.

Located at 474 S. State Hwy. 7 in Camdenton.

Fall Festival

The Regalia Hotel & Conference Center is hosting October 16- November 5, 2020

a Fall Festival on weekends in October. Vendors will be on hand Saturdays from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. There will be a pumpkin patch, pony rides, games, prizes, scary movies, face painting, bounce house and more.

Bring canned food donations for The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri and receive free entry, or $6 entry. Every Friday and Saturday in October Halloween movies will be shown outside starting at 7 p.m. Wear your scary costume and bring a blanket.

On October 30 & 31, Spookstock 12 will be held inside with the Greatful Dead Experience, The Schwag, Kiss Tribute Band, Black Sabbath Tribute Band and electronic dance music. A massive light show, costume contest, vendor village, flow artists, and live painters will also be a part of the program.

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Mecca Farms in Roach (425 Delmar Dr.) is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thousands of pumpkin seeds were planted earlier this year in anticipation of the fall event. Most pumpkins are 50 cents per pound with a maximum charge of $7.

The 180 acre farm has a petting zoo, 150-foot slide, hay bales, a corn dig pit, face painting, an obstacle course, a maze walk and other games.

Admission is $7 and includes all activities. Children 2 and under are free.

geode cracking. Food will be available.

Social distancing will be encouraged, and masks are recommended. Vendor space is available at www.StarkCaverns.com/vendor-registration.

Witches and Wine

Calling all Witches & Warlocks!

Shawnee Bluff Winery will host the annual Witches & Wine event October 17. Wine, music and tons of local vendors. Vendors interested in a booth can email info@ShawneeBluffWinery. com. No ticket purchase required for this event.

Ghost Walk

Stark Caverns is hosting a ghost walk this month. This fun new guided tour will feature ghost stories and terrifying tales told inside the cave. Led by one light, guests will explore the dark twists and turns of both the underground caverns and the human mind.

Reservations are required in advance and can be booked online at www.

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On Saturday, October 17, shop local and regional vendors like Splendor In The Rough, The Crafty Bookie, and New Girl Designs. Book a cave tour and try your hand at sluice mining or

Teen Halloween Dance

La Roca Dance Studio has come up with a great way for kids to enjoy Halloween this year. On October 23, the dance will be for kids in grades 6-8.

Held from 6-9 p.m. On October 24, the evening is open to high-school teens in grades 9-12. Cost is $5 at the door with concessions available. RSVP by calling 573-348-0773.

Drive-thru Tick or Treat

Harper Chapel United Methodist Church will pass out treats for children from 5-7 p.m. Just drive through their October 16- November 5, 2020

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Haunted House & Trick or Treat

The Linn Creek Trunk or Treat and Haunted House will take place October 30 at City Hall from 6-8 p.m. Multiple decorated cars will be parked ready for trick or treaters. Free face painting will be offered. Sanitation stations will be set up and only single family/group will be allowed in the Haunted House at a time.

The Haunted Holler

Shoot zombies with paintballs and walk through the Haunted House on October 30 & 31 at the Haunted Holler at Fort 54 Paintball. Cost is $10 for the Haunted House and $10 for the zombie shoot. Hours are 7 p.m.-midnight. Located at 651 Hiland Circle, down Hwy.. 42.

Adult Halloween Party

Halloween at the Horny Toad will be held October 31 from 7-11:30 p.m.

Take part in the costume contest and spooky drink specials. DJ Lou Diesel will provide entertainment. Free to attend.

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Hy-Vee Halloween

Every year, Hy-Vee in Osage Beach turns their parking lot into a trick-or-treating maze. From 3-6 p.m. on October 31, kids can visit booths set up by local businesses who will be passing out candy and other goodies. Businesses can sponsor a booth for $100. Proceeds go to the Dream Factory and Wonderland Camp. Cost is $2 per child to enter the maze.

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Lake Valley Golf Club in Camdenton will host a Trunk or Treat event October 31 from 4-7 p.m. Walk the course, get candy, and a cup of hot cocoa.

Trunk or Treat

Kent Memorial Lutheran Church in Sunrise Beach will host the annual Truck or Treat event from 5-7 p.m.

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5 kayaking opportunities in central Missouri Enjoy mild weather and see fall colors from the water this autumn.

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he Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages Missourians to find ways to connect with nature this fall, in ways consistent with COVID19 health guidelines.

Careful use of conservation areas and canoeing or kayaking on public waters in Missouri can provide excellent opportunities to embrace isolation, get some exercise, and reap the health benefits of spending time in nature.

Since COVID-19 imposed lockdowns and social-distancing requirements this spring, consumers have flocked to paddle sports. According to market research from The NPD Group, sales of kayaks, paddleboards, rafts, and canoes faced declines prior to the pandemic, but have spiked in 2020.

“Kayaking is a great way to get exercise and enjoy nature, and there are hundreds of public boat accesses on rivers and lakes in Missouri,” said MDC Recreational Use Specialist A.J. Campbell.

Whether watching wildlife, catching a few fish, or just relaxing and taking in the fall colors as trees begin to change, MDC offers plenty of recreational paddling opportunities, just a short drive from home.

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• Maintain physical distancing, wear a mask when appropriate, and protect yourself from disease by following latest health guidelines while on the water, and while traveling to- and from your destination.

Gasconade River

Missouri’s longest river completely within the state winds nearly 300-miles from its source near Hartville to the Missouri River only 120 miles away. For a tame, daylong float in Osage County, putin at Rollins Ferry Access and take-out at Pointers Creek Access. This 7.4 mile float offers stunning views of steep bluffs and forested hills. Both accesses offer primitive camping sites and disabled-accessible privies.

Lamine River

This Missouri River tributary meanders through rolling farmland, and provides good fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Three river accesses within Lamine River Conservation Area offer the following options for floating near Otterville: • 5-mile float — put-in at access just north of Old Route 50; take-out at Wildlife Road bridge.

• 5-mile float — put-in at access just below US Highway 50; take-out at access just north of Old Route 50.

Great for kayakers of all skill levels, this stretch of the Lamine River has sand and gravel bars, riffles and pools.

May encounter some dragging in riffles when water levels are low.

Perry Phillips Park Lake

This small, accessible lake presents an ideal option for beginners. The City of Columbia owns and maintains this lake in partnership with MDC, who manages the fishery.

The lake offers a boat ramp, courtesy dock, a disabled-accessible fishing dock, restrooms, and a two-mile walking trail loop with picnic-table shelters. Good fish populations of bass, bluegill, and catfish make this a great place to practice kayak fishing.

Teal Lake Park

The City of Mexico owns and maintains this 80-acre lake in partnership with MDC’s management of the fishery. Another excellent community lake for beginner paddlers and kayak fishing. Teal Lake offers a boat ramp, fishing dock, pavilion with picnic tables, and disabledaccessible parking and restrooms. The lake contains bass, October 16- November 5, 2020

catfish, crappie, and sunfish. A walking path to the lake’s island and a trailhead to asphalt walking paths in neighboring Green Estate Park. Lowe (William) Conservation Area also abuts the park, which features a half-mile walking loop through a restored prairie — a great place to view wildflowers and songbirds.

Binder Community Lake

MDC owns and manages this 155-acre lake in Jefferson City. It features a boat ramp, three docks, a disabledaccessible fishing jetty and restrooms. The lake contains bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish. Jefferson City owns and manages the surrounding 644-acre Binder Park, which offers playgrounds, RV camping, pavilions, picnic shelters and tables, as well as hiking and biking trails.

Learn more about these, and other public paddling opportunities at nature.mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/ places, download the MO Outdoors App for mobile devices, and get a copy of A Paddler’s Guide to Missouri from the MDC Nature Shop.

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DINING GUIDE AMERICAN/FAMILY STYLE 4 Seasons Cafe/JJ Lafata’s 4312 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy.

Lake Ozark; 365-6989 5 Diner (The) 400 Hwy. 5 Gravois Mills; 836-3681

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

Applebee’s 4040 Highway 54 Osage Beach; 348-9595 applebees.com Bagnell Dam Coney Island & Pizza/Sugar Shack 1508 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1617 Bee’s Knees 106 W. Jasper St. Versailles; 539-2525 beeskneesalehouse.wordpress. com Blondies Burger Bar 1255 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1255 blondieslakeozark.com

Clubhouse Pub and Restaurant (The) at Indian Rock Golf Club 100 Indian Lake Ave. Laurie; 372-3023 indianrockgolfclub.com Coco’s Bistro 5837 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-0300 Eagle View Grille & Bar at Osage National 400 Osage Hills Rd. Lake Ozark; 365-1950 osagenational.com

Fred & Patty’s Trails End 107 Hwy. O Laurie; 374-0228 Fire Station Bar & Grill 146 Illinois St. Camdenton; 873-2222 firestationbarandgrill.com 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 JJ Twig’s 1815 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 365-9911 jjtwigs.com Jones Outpost 6409 Hwy. 7 Montreal; 346-9866 Outback Steakhouse 3930 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 302-4670 outback.com

High Noon Pub and Grill 1289 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 365-9960 highnoonpubandgrill.com

Panera Bread 4840 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 302-0024 panerabread.com

HQ Pub & Grill 66 North Shore Dr. Lake Ozark; 365-1600

Pioneer Restaurant 801 W. Newton St. Versailles; 378-5886

Hy-Vee Market Grill 929 Hwy. D Osage Beach; 302-7977 hy-vee.com

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Wobbly Boots Roadhouse 4705 Osage Beach Pkwy.

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Lake Ozark; 693-1732 Stuffed Family-Style Restaurant at the Regalia Hotel and Conference Center 250 Racquet Club Rd. Lake Ozark; 723-3000 theregaliahotel.com Taboo Ice Cream and Deli 200 N. Main Laurie; 207-5202 Tonka Hills Restaurant 2598 US-54 Linn Creek; 873-2140 Facebook.com/TonkaHillsOzarks Tuckers Shuckers Oysters & Tap 1339 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark; 365-9769 tuckersshuckers.com Val’s Country Cookin’ and Sassy Servers 601 N. Main St. Laurie; 374-0922 Wacky Knacky Diner 4540 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 693-1900 wackyknackydiner.com

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910 MO-42 Osage Beach 573-302-1000 bearcreekvalley.com Cozy Café (The) 1018 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 348-3324 Hook Cafe (The) at Old Kinderhook 58 Club Pl. #2 Camdenton; 317-3573 www.oldkinderhook.com/hookcafe J & K Cafe 310 N. Main St. Laurie; 207-0331 On the Rise Bakery & Bistro 5439 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-4224 ontherisebakery.com

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Pancake House 5980 Osage Beach Pkwy.

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Barn-B-Que Smokehouse 14 Ravenwood Dr. Lake Ozark; 693-9959 thebarnbque.com

Rusty Rooster Cafe (The) 3247 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1778

Cannon Smoked Saloon 23 Spring Cove Rd. Sunrise Beach; 374-2600 cannonsmokedatthelake.com

Shutters at the Lodge of Four Seasons 315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark; 365-3000

HalfSauced Barbeque 4185 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-3200 halfsauced.com

Stewart’s Restaurant 1151 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

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DINING GUIDE 98 E. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 873-2900

CAJUN Shrimp Daddy’s 16218 N. Hwy. 5 Sunrise Beach; 374-7800

ETHNIC Arris’ Pizza 3924 Jr. Prewitt Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-2288 arrispizzaonline.com China Town Chinese Restaurant 465 W. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 346-4962 Touch of Asia 3715 Osage Beach Pkwy., Suite 1 Osage Beach; 302-7733 touchofasiaosagebeach.com Wok-N-Roll 1359 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

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

El Diez Mexican 1333 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-9859 El Espolon 410 W. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 346-9942

Alley Cats Pizza & Pub 1263 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 964-5559

MaMa CiTa’s Mexican Cantina 939 Chef Street Osage Beach; 693-9946

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

Mexicali Blues Cantina 6605 Highway 54 Osage Beach; 302-0419 mexblues.com

BENTLEY’S RESTAURANT & PUB 3100 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark; 573-365-5301 bentleysrestaurantmo.com

Pablito’s Taqueria 5896 Osage Beach Pkwy. #1 Osage Beach; 552-8450

Steaks, seafood and prime rib Entrees starting at $15.95. Quality food, a full bar and great customer service. Patio open weather permitting.

Sergio’s Taqueria 4824 Osage Beach Pkwy. #4 Osage Beach; 302-7337 2107 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Ste. 101103 Lake Ozark; 693-1771

JB Hook’s 2260 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 365-3255 jbhooks.com

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

Jeffrey’s Prime Rib & Lobster House 1252 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 348-DINE

Taqueria La Tapatia 5838 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-1161

JJ’s at the Copper Pot 630 N. Main St. Laurie; 374-8077 jjsatthecopperpot.com

Vera Cruz 309 MO-5 Versailles; 378-5757

Shell’s Pasta Emporium 3924 Jr. Prewitt Pkwy., Suite C Osage Beach; 693-9171 shellspastaemporium.net

Vista Grande Mexican Restaurant 4579 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-1231 vistagrandemexicanrestaurant. com

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HK’s Steakhouse 315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark; 365-3000 4seasonsresort.com

Si Señor 901-999 S. Aurora St. Eldon; 557-8005

Phat Sal’s 1502 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1810

El Charco Azul 4204 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Lake Ozark; 552-8180

Al’s Chevy’s Pizza & Pub 5151 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 302-0027 lakeozarkpizza.com

126 Illinois St. SW Camdenton; 873-2876

Tres Hombres 8779 N. Highway 5 Camdenton; 873-5822 cantinatreshombres.com

El Caporal 323 Hwy. 54, Suite 101 Camdenton; 317-1500

Camdenton; 346-8300 addyspizza.com

El Patron

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MEXICAN

Baxter’s Lakeside Grille 2124 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 365-2669 baxterslakesidegrille.com

FINE DINING 1932 Reserve

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Michael’s Steak Chalet 1440 Swiss Village Rd. Osage Beach; 348-3611 steakchalet.com Trophy Room in Old Kinderhook 56 Club Place Camdenton; 317-3560 oldkinderhook.com Windrose Marker 26 at Margaritaville Resort 26 MM of the Lake 494 Tan Tar A Dr. Osage Beach; 348-8619 MargaritavilleResortLakeoftheOzarks.com

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Lake Ozark; 964-5224 casablancalakeozark.com

Dam Good Slice Pizza

1097 Bagnell Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark; 573-693-9954 damgoodslicepizza.com Louie’s Pizza 1175 N. Business Rt. 5 Camdenton; 873-2882 PaPPo’s Pizzeria & Pub 4705 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 693-1092 pappospizzeria.com Pepperoni Bill’s 35 Camden Ct. Camdenton; 873-2365 pepperonibills.com Imo’s Pizza 4344 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 302-8300 Tony G’s Pizzeria 14160 Twin Bays Rd. Gravois Mills; 372-3600

RESTAURANTS & BARS Angelo’s 1030 State Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 693-9427 Barstool Mountain Saloon 1104 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1887 Casablanca 1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

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DINING GUIDE Construction Site Bar & Grill 473 Highway W Eldon; 557-2101 The Fish & Co. Out of Water 1165 North Business Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 317-9565 thefishcooutofwater.com Foxxy Roxy Sports Bar at the Regalia Hotel and Conference Center 250 Racquet Club Rd. Lake Ozark; 723-3000 theregaliahotel.com Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill Corner of Highways W & Y Eldon; 392-5521 Hurricane Dolly’s 258 Trail End Rd. Sunrise Beach; 374-2895

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JB’s Gin Joint 1493 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 348-2227 Lucy’s at the Lake 1311 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1711 Marty Byrde’s 1286 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 240-2274 Neighbor’s Landing 2935 State Rd. TT Sunrise Beach; 374-5001 Oh Tommy’s Irish Pub 6285 N. State Hwy. 7 Roach; 347-3133 The Office Neighborhood Pub 4460 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy.

Lake Ozark; 693-1555

Voted #1 Waterfront Restaurant

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

by Powerboat Magazine

S.N.A.F.U. 1275 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-1693

19 MM THE FIRST EXIT WEST OF

THE GRAND GLAIZE BRIDGE 1232 Jeffries Rd, Osage Beach

573-348-9797 www.DogDays.ws

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Tirebiters Peanut Pub 4704 Jayhawk St. Osage Beach; 348-1177 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 & Lounge at Alhonna Resort 8 MM of the Main Channel 677 Outer Drive Lake Ozark; 365-2634 thealhonnaresort.com Bulldog’s Beach House 33 MM of the Main Channel 121 Teton Ln. Camdenton; 873-3311 bulldogsbeachhouse.com Cabana Jones’ Lakeside Bar 4MM of the Gravois Arm 29475 Mill Creek Marina Rd. Gravois Mills; 372-5433 cabanajoneslakesidebar.com Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill 34.5 MM of the Main Channel 82 Aloha Ln. Sunrise Beach; 374-5852 captainronsatthelake.com Chesnie’s Cafe 32 MM of the Main Channel 524 Recreation Row Camdenton; 873-9099 Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill 7 MM of the Gravois Arm 15208 Red Hollow Rd. Gravois Mills; 372-6500 coconutsatthelake.com

October 16- November 5, 2020

DINING GUIDE Docknockers 4 MM of the Main Channel 245 Wheelhouse Ct. Lake Ozark; 552-8039 www.docknockers.com Dog Days Bar & Grill 19 MM of the Main Channel 1232 Jeffries Rd. Osage Beach; 348-9797 dogdays.ws Fat Polly’s Pub at the Lodge at Port Arrowhead 16.5 MM of the Main Channel 3080 Bagell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 693-9988 Fish & Company (The) 31 MM of the Main Channel 268 Wego Fish Ln. Camdenton; 873-0022 thefishandcompany.com Franky and Louie’s 10 MM of the Main Channel 1028 Deer Valley Rd. Sunrise Beach; 374-5750 frankyandlouies.com H. Toad’s Bar and Grill at Camden 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 1675 Yacht Club Dr. Osage Beach; 693-1525 hightidepool.com JB’s Boathouse Grill at Margaritaville Resort 26 MM of the Lake 494 Tan Tar A Drive Osage Beach; 348-8619 MargaritavilleResortLakeoftheOzarks.com Jolly Roger’s Grub & Grog/ Kraken Shack Seafood and Oyster Bar 4.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 28443 Polk Dr. Rocky Mount; 392-0700 grubngrog.com Lake House 13 13 MM of the Main Channel 98 Oasis Cir. Sunrise Beach; 372-8339 lakehouse13.com

October 16- November 5, 2020

LakeSide Cafe at Ozark Yacht Club 1 MM of the Main Channel 500 Yacht Club Landing Dr. Lake Ozark; 552-8401 ozarkyachtclub.com Landshark Bar & Grill at Margaritaville Resort 26 MM of the Lake 494 Tan Tar A Drive Osage Beach; 348-8593 MargaritavilleResortLakeoftheOzarks.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; 365-6464 lazygators.com Miller’s Landing 28.5 MM of the Main Channel 1431 Runabout Dr. Osage Beach; 348-5268 themillerslanding.com Nauti Cantina Mexican Restaurant & Lakeside Pool 5.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 16319 P Road Gravois Mills; 372-6112 www.facebook.com/letsgetnauti NautiFish Rum Bar 3 MM of the Niangua Arm 1022 Nautica Rd. Camdenton; 286-2226 thenautifish.com 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 paradisetropicalrestaurant.com Red Fox Bar & Grill 50 MM of the Main Channel 1433 Red Fox Rd. Climax Springs; 345-4596 redfox50.com RedHead Lakeside Grill 21MM of the Main Channel 1700 Yacht Club Dr. Osage Beach; 693-1525 redheadyachtclub.com

AUTHENTIC CAJUN CUISINE, AT THE WATERS EDGE

HE LAKE 2020 OF T

ial Community Choice Aw Offic ard The s

Voted Best Cajun 3 Years Running

ATHENTIC CAJUN CUISINE Creole Quesadilla, Crab Cakes, Catfish Po Boy, Andouille Sausage Po Boy, Jambalaya, Crawfish-N-Shrimp Étouffée

COCKTAILS WITH A KICK Cajun-style Bloody Mary, Muddled Mojito

RENTALS

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VACATION RENTALS

The Red House • The Glass House

573-302-1745

KK to the end of Three Seasons Road • 21MM

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Casual Italian dining in a family friendly atmosphere.

Serving the Lake for over 30 years, Li’l Rizzo’s is famous for Pizza, Pasta Salads and Sandwiches.

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Our pizza is the best possible because we make our dough fresh everyday, and use only the freshest hand-cut vegetables and highest quality meats and cheeses available.

Visit lilrizzos.com to order your carryout online or download our app!

$5.95 All-Inclusive Kids Meals

Enjoy a Stunning Lake View from our Horseshoe Bend Location!

2 Convenient Locations: Horseshoe Bend Parkway

Lake Ozark • (573) 365-3003 West Entrance of Osage Beach Premium Outlets

Osage Beach • (573) 302-1500 Open Daily at 11:00 am Call for Catering: (573) 348-3600 32 VACATION NEWS

October 16- November 5, 2020

DINING GUIDE Shady Gator’s 7 MM of the Main Channel 132 Sweet William Rd. Lake Ozark; 365-6464 shadygators.com Sharkbite Bar & Grill at Runaway II 45 MM of the Main Channel 267 Runaway Dr. Climax Springs, 345-4590 runawayresort.com

SPECIALTY Andy’s Frozen Custard 4820 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 302-0020 eatandys.com Brew Brothers Coffee 404 East 4th St. Eldon; 280-6430 brewbrotherscoffee.net

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

Celebration Cruises 0 MM of the Main Channel 1006 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark; 480-3212 cruiselakeoftheozarks.com

Skippers Bar and Grill 59.5 MM of the Main Channel 33880 Ivy Bend Rd. Stover; 372-9903

Coral Reef Seafood 5370 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach; 348-4000 coralreefseafood.net

T’s Fish Tales 6.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 27485 Cross Lane Barnett; 539-2176

Great Stone Coffee

Tap and Grill Lake Side Brew Haus 6.5 MM of the Main Channel 31959 Dunwandrin Rd. Gravois Mills; 207-0029 tapandgrillatthelake.com

Harmy’s Cheese Store & More 6378 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 693-1243 harmys.com

WINERIES/BREW Golden Rock Winery 955 N. Business Rt. Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 317-9463 goldenrockwinery.com Ozark Distillery & Ozark Brewery 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; 365-9463 shawneebluffwinery.com

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

LOTO Lounge 5180 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 693-1404 Randy’s Frozen Custard 4681 Osage Beach Pkwy.

Osage Beach; 348-0711 randysfrozencustard.com

105 South Main, Laurie, MO

573- 374-0330 BudgetBlinds.com

! s g n i v a S r a l u Spooktac

Sip Coffee House 932 U.S. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 317-1900 Shady Gables Tea Room 300 E. Newton St. Versailles; 378-2740 shadygables.com SQeZ Juice & Health 3869 Osage Beach Pkwy. N. Osage Beach; 552-8790 sqezjuicehealth.com Yankee Peddlers Tea Room 1011 Main St. Osage Beach; 348-5045 yankeepeddlerstearoom.com

ALWAYS

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RESTAURANT

LOCATED ON THE HISTORIC BAGNELL DAM STRIP

Online Ordering • Download our App on Iphone and Andriod to order curbside

Award Winning Wings Fresh Seafood • Steaks Gourmet Sandwiches 28 Beers On Tap • 28 Hd Tv’s Live Entertainment Additional Parking In The Back OFFICIAL BIKEFEST PASSPORT STOP Sept. 16-20, 2020

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ial Community Choice Aw Offic ard The s

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New pizzeria serves by the slice

P

izza is big business. American’s pizza market generated an estimated $47 billion in revenue in 2019, according to a report from MuchNeeded.com. Americans at the Lake added their fair share of those dollars.

Now in 2020, the Lake has another pizza place to enrich not only the economy, but appetites, too. Located just above the dam, Dam Good Slice offers big pizzas, New York style.

A New York pizza crust is thinner than most original crust pizzas, but only just thick enough to hold hot cheese, veggies, and meat in place while a wide slice, folded in the middle, is lifted with one hand to an open mouth. That crust should give way when bitten, but still hold its shape and delicious ingredients. That’s the kind of pizza that owners Bryan and Derrick Deitrick, father and son, wanted to share at the Lake.

They brought in Rick Massie as head chef to get the job done. He can often be seen entertaining diners as he throws the dough higher and higher in order to aerate and stretch it for best texture.

Massie crafted a sauce to complement the meat and cheeses. According to Deitrick, it’s just a touch sweeter than others, a good contrast to the savory ingredients enjoyed by pizza lovers everywhere.

Dam Good Slice also serves sandwiches and salads, including a gyro sandwich and an Aegean salad. Both feature in-house gyro meat shaved from the hive.

So does the Aegean pizza. Deitrick says October 16- November 5, 2020

Ca

authentic flavors and fresh gyro are important at Dam Good Slice. He wants the restaurant to be a place known for fun and good food.

Completing a lunch or dinner meal of pizza, sandwich, or salad, customers can choose from an array of craft beers, standard brands, and cocktails at a brand new bar built for the Dam Good Slice. Whether seated at that bar, on the patio outside, or a table indoors, customers enjoy live music all weekend, every weekend. As the weekend winds down, they can buy a blue solo cup for $10 to enjoy “Bottomless PBR (Pabst Blue Ribbon) Sundays.”

One room in the new restaurant and bar is dedicated to vintage arcade games. A pool table and classic electronic games such as Golden Tee Golf, Skee Ball, Old School Shuffleboard, and Foosball are waiting for an afternoon kids’ party or nighttime adult competition. Dam Good Slice also has space for businesses to meet.

The Lake Chamber has been holding a meeting there, and other groups are welcome to set a time and date for their meetings.

Deitrick was a convention manager for 12 years prior to partnering with his dad to make Dam Good Slice come to life. The staff that helped build a new bar and kitchen while refurbishing and renovating the building space is on hand to serve and greet customers now.

They may not be family in the technical sense, but they are a Dam Good Slice family. They welcome customers to feel at home and eat good food made from high-end ingredients, including that gyro meat.

Dam Good Slice Pizza Restaurant and Bar 1097 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark 573-693-9954 Open Daily 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Monday through Saturday Sunday close midnight. Kitchen closes at 10 p.m.

Happ y Hour 4-6 pm

October 16- November 5, 2020

nt n ti a r na and Restau

Fresh Homemade Mexican Food!

Best Taco Tuesdays at the Lake!

5 FLAT

Home of the Lake’s Favorite Fajitas

SCREEN TV’S

HAPPY HOUR TUESDAY-FRIDAY 4-6PM Mexicali Salsa available for purchase at the Cantina!

OPEN Tues-Thur 4pm-9pm Fri & Sat 4pm-10pm 302-0419 • www.MexBlues.com 1 mile west of KK • Hwy. 54, Osage Beach VACATION NEWS 35

ON THE COVER provided by the Missouri Department of Conservation

FALL colors

M

issouri will continue to offer beautiful views for outdoor social distancing as the fall season gets underway. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offers weekly online fall color updates from agency foresters all over the state at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor.

“The fall color report is a great resource for those wanting to enjoy the changing foliage,” said MDC Community Forester Ann Koenig. “It shows users where trees are beginning to turn and also suggests the best places to view the changing leaves.”

Generally, the changing of the leaves is predictable, but it can vary from year to year depending on the weather. Koenig explained that a windy fall or early hard freeze can dampen the fall color in trees due to the fact the leaves blow off the trees or freeze.

Chilly autumn nights are key to leaves changing color. Sugars produced by photosynthesis become trapped inside leaves. Those sugars are the building blocks for the rich red, yellow, orange, and purple pigments. Cooler 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 across the state.

Sassafras, sumac, and Virginia creeper are some of the earliest to change in midSeptember. In late September, black gum, bittersweet, and dogwood begin turning.

“Bright, cloudless autumn days are ideal for a good display of fall color,” Koenig noted. “And, as a general rule, I mark about the third week in October as a good time to be paying attention to fall color for Mid-Missouri. Colors are usually fading and leaves are falling by the end of the month.”

A LOCAL FAVORITE AT THE LAKE!

Open 7 Days/Week at 11 am 6285 N State Hwy 7 • Roach, MO (573) 347-3133

www.OhTommysIrishPub.com

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Costume Contest 8:30PM Best Costume $100 Scariest Costume $50 Funniest Costume $25

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BEST VIEWS

Missouri’s fall color can be enjoyed from almost anywhere.

“MDC’s conservation areas or Missouri state parks offer great scenic views for the public to enjoy the changing leaves,” said Koenig.

The public can enjoy fall foliage through camping, driving tours, hiking, or even canoeing or floating. And fall color isn’t limited to trees. Prairies and roadsides display beautiful shades of gold, purple, olive, and auburn with autumn wildflowers, shrubs, and grasses. In cities and towns, enjoy places with mature trees, such as older neighborhoods, parks, and even cemeteries.

MDC’s weekly fall color update, available at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor, includes what kinds of trees are turning and suggestions on the best places to view them. The updates run September through November.

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APPETIZERS | SOUPS & SALADS | SANDWICHES, BURGERS & WRAPS STEAKS | PIZZAS & FLATBREADS | ENTREES | KIDS MENU | DESSERTS October 16- November 5, 2020

EVENT

by Mitch Prentice, mprentice@lakesunonline.com

Haunted Forest

T

he spooky season host to a basket auction that is upon us and goes to pay for the expenses fall is certainly in of the event and excess the air. In Climax funds are donated to a cause Springs, Suzie Brooks and the group of friends deterher group of friends are mines beforehand. This year, ready to launch the second Brooks says they will be annual Haunted Forest and donating the excess funds Hayride, benefitting the to the Northwest Fire ProNorthwest Fire Protection tection District. They hope District. to benefit local businesses Brooks says the group of and services each year mov10 friends loves ing forward and The public is the Halloween may use next season and deinvited to enjoy year’s funds on a cided last year community playthe Haunted to turn this love ground.

Forest and into a positive Basket aucHayride event experience for tion items may on October the community. include things The group met up 24 behind such as oil with the owners change certifiBoondockz in of the Boondockz cates, restaurant Climax Springs. gift cards and Lakefront Bar & Restaurant and more. Kids under asked if they could have ac12 that attend will also be cess to the woods behind able to grab a hotdog and the establishment. The reschips donated by Boontaurant agreed and the girls dockz. got to work.

“It’s just really aweEach friend is given a some,” Brooks said. “Next tree to decorate in a Hallow- year it might even be bigger een theme. Brooks says they and we couldn’t be more use lights, decorations and excited.” whatever else is needed to The public is invited to dress up their tree. Then, on enjoy the Haunted Forest the night of the event, they and Hayride event on Oceach dress as a witch and tober 24 behind Boondockz station the tree they decoin Climax Springs. Children rated as children and famican enjoy the witch trees lies walk around and trick from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or treat while seeing the with the auction taking creations. They also have a place from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 hayride set up for families to p.m. Brooks noted that the take a trip around the woods witches will be wearing faceto see of the trees that way masks and likely using tongs instead. to had out candy in order to Alongside the tree atproperly social distance and tractions, the event is also to keep everyone safe.

October 16- November 5, 2020

17.5 MM

OPEN THUR-SUN @11AM

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573-348-6639

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LAKE

live

OCTOBER Friday, October 16

Franky & Louie’s, Blake Gardner and the Farmers,

7-11 p.m.

Healing Box Project, 5-8 p.m.

Saturday, October 17

Franky & Louie’s, Blake Gardner and the Farmers,

7-11 p.m.

Friday, October 23 Franky & Louie’s, Slick Nickel, 7-11 p.m.

Saturday, October 24 Franky & Louie’s, Slick Nickel, 7-11 p.m.

Shawnee Bluff Winery, Dave Dunklee and the

Sunday, October 25 Off the Cliff, Helen Russel & Company, 5-8 p.m.

Friday, October 30 Captain Ron’s, Staggard, 7-11 p.m.

Casablanca, Steven Scott, 7-11 p.m.

Off the Cliff, Cindy Lawhorn, 5-8 p.m.

Saturday, October 31 Oh Tommy’s, Dave Dunklee and the Healing Box

Project, 6-10 p.m.

NOVEMBER Saturday, November 7 Casablanca, Steven Scott, 7-11 p.m.

Tirebiters Peanut Pub, Dave Dunklee and the

Healing Box Project, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Saturday, November 21 Casablanca, Steven Scott, 7-11 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 include name of venue, name of entertainer, time, date and contact information for verification. Send information to lakelive@lakemediaonline.com or call 573-346-2132. The following list has been updated as of press time.

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October 16- November 5, 2020

mily Bring the Fa e’s to Miner Mik enter at Indoor Fun C zarks!

Lake of the O The Maze

Runaway Mine Train

the Chuck Wagon Ferris Wheel and more!

OPEN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Check minermikes.com or call for hours

minermikes.com

If quality family fun is what you are looking for, you will 573-348-2126 find it all under4515 one roof at Miner and Buster’s.

Osage Beach Pkwy., OsageMike’s Beach, MO Across From Osage Beach Outlet Marketplace

Arcades

air hockey

Nascar Games HarleyDavidson Games

and

Busters garage

Route 66 Indoor Elevated roller coaster style electric go karting

HOME OF THE

SHOOTOUT! Live Music Daily Drink and Food Specials Beach

BUCCANEER BAY Scallywag’s RV Parks Vacation Rentals Beach Weddings

GREAT FOOD & GOOD TIMES!

ENTERTAINMENT Friday, October 30 HALLOWEEN PARTY Staggard 7-11PM Sunday, November 1 HALF PRICE DAY!

2020 EVENTS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 14th Annual Halloween Party

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 14h Annual Kids Spooktacular 3:00-5:00PM

LE T’S JA M! Captain Ron’s is following all CDC sanitizing and distancing protocol for the protection of our valued customers and staff. Your health and safety is our main concern.

NOW OPEN FRIDAY-SUNDAY Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill | Lk.Rd. 5-50 or 34.5 MM, Sunrise Beach, MO 573-374-5852 | www.CaptainRonsAtTheLake.com