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Check out our SUMMER CAMPS! Point Performing Arts summer classes will begin July 6th and go through July 30th. Classes will be Monday through Thursday. See summer schedule on our website.

MUSICAL THEATER CAMP June 22-25 – TWO camps for ages 6 -11 years and 12-18 years. Cost before May 1st is $85 and $100.

The girls loved Princess Camp!

PRINCESS CAMP June 22-26 9-11 a.m.

Ages 3-8 years.

Seth Dylan Hunt

Victoria Billington

Point Performing Arts is a member of National Dance Education Organization member #8719.

Ask about our Superstars classes for special needs children!

417.885.8010

3657 South Ave. • Springfield • pointperformingarts.com •

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Hello Families!

Happy Spring! Our April issue features the second of our annual Summer Guides. The guide has more than 40 summer options for children to keep them engaged, enriched and most of all – busy! The guide begins on page 18 – please remember to tell our featured advertisers that you found them in Kids Directory! We invite you to check out one of our newest advertisers – Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders. They host a Build Your Own Pizza Night for kids on Tuesday evenings. What kids doesn’t want to assemble their own pizza!? Check out their ad on page 7 to learn more. Have a great April!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers Features

Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 2015 Summer Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Kids Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Amusements & Entertainment Dickerson Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Discovery Center of Springfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Dogwood Canyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Glowgolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Midland Railway - Day out with Thomas 2015 . .46 Ozarks Public Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Sky Zone Springfield Indoor Trampoline Park . . . . .5 Springfield Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 & 43 Springfield Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 & 45 Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Childcare and Education Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Developmental Center of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . .8 Developmental Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Discovery Garden Montessori School . . . . . . . . . .12 Greenwood Laboratory School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Kids First Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Kids of Creation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 & 17 Little Spanish Playschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Nixa Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Whole Child Learning Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Churches Grace Chapel Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Springfield Ballet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Springfield Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Springfield Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Springfield-Greene County Park Board . . . . . . . 25 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics . . . . . . . . . 35 Wonders of Wildlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Glowgolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . .34 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Noah’s Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Point Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Sky Zone Springfield Indoor Trampoline Park . . . . .5 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Professional Services J Rosa Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Mothers of Multiples Spring Sale . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Restaurants Fundraisers Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Chick-fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Summer Camps Camp Invention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Girl Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Queen City Rock Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Salvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Women in Business Shopping Event . . . . . . . . . . .46 Fundraisers Liv a Life of Love . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Furniture & Decorating Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Health & Wellness Breath of Life Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Kathy Fridge, Owner & Publisher Mercy Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 phone: 417.234.5040 • Fax: 417.725.0013 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 TheraCare Outpatient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 e-mail: Kathy@springfieldkids.com mail: P.O. Box 1198 • Nixa, MO 65714 Instructional Programs & Lessons A&B Dance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 web: www.springfieldkids.com All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 facebook: Greater Springfield Kids Directory Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 twitter: spfldkidsdirectory • pinterest: gskidsdirectory Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Kathy Trumbly, Web Guru and Designer Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Danielle Shepard, Special Features & Calendar Editor Dance Canvas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Danielle@springfieldkids.com – 417.689-0409 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Robin, Danielle, Sean, Dan, Sherri, Kathy and Kathy T. Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 distribute 15,000 directories each month to more Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 than 600 locations in SW Missouri.

Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . .34 If you’d like to know more about advertising in Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Kids Directory, call Kathy at 234-5040 or email Point Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 kathy@springfieldkids.com.

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The original, most comprehensive Kids Eat Free listings in the Ozarks!

Kids Eat Free*

Check out the deals local eateries offer families! No coupons! Keep your Kids Directory handy and the kids can dine out free (or close to it) every night. Please be sure to call each restaurant before you go to make sure their deal hasn’t changed.

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Backyard Burger - 4020 S. Campbell - 883-0005 – Buy 1 adult combo and get 2 kids packs for 99¢ each after 4 p.m. Also, all day Saturdays and Sundays. For children 10 years and younger. Not to be combined with other coupons, offers or discounts.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe – 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville – 443-2000. One child 12 and under will receive one free kids meal with the purchase of one adult entrée. Dine in only. Not to be combined with other offers or coupons. Closed Mondays.

George’s Steakhouse - 339 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield - 831-6777 - Get one free kids meal from the children’s menu (kids 10 and under) with each adult entree purchased at $7.49 or above.

HuHot - 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield - 882-0300. Children ages 3 years and younger eat free everyday! Dine in only.

Quizno’s - 2043 E. Independence - 877-0606. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive 1 Kidz Meal free with the purchase of 1 adult regular meal. Child must be present to receive a free kids Meal. For kids 11 years and younger. Not to be combined with other offers or coupons. Dine in only. Code CLU5349.

Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company - 887-3030 - 2850 S. Campbell - Kids 3 & under eat free daily!

SUNDAYS

Billy Sim’s Barbecue - 2926 S. Campbell - 823-2177. Kids 13 & under eat free with paid adult meal. May receive up to 2 free kids meal per adult entree, only 1 meal per child. Dine in only. Child must be present, no other coupons or discounts apply with this offer. Also 4 p.m. to close on Wednesdays.

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464 and 2725 N. Kansas Expressway in Springfield - 865-2999. All day at both locations, all kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are just $1.99 with purchase of adult entree. If child chooses a side item other than french fries, there is an additional charge. Dine in only.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - 1360 E. Republic Rd. - 887-2227 and 111 N. Massey Blvd. in Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free from the children’s menu with the purchase of an adult entree, ages 12 and younger. Dine in only.

Houlihan’s - 2421 N. Glenstone - 862-7777 and 2110 E. Republic Rd., 883-3434 -Kids 10-years and younger eat for just $1.99. Not to be combined with any other offers or coupons.

McAlister’s Deli - 210 W. Sunshine - 831-4450, 1460 E. Primrose - 890-5250, 2445A Kansas Expressway at Kearney - 866-2331, 1711 W. Battlefield - 888-0899 and 586 E. Harrison in Republic - 732-4747. It’s Family Day, all day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Kids 12 and under eat free.

Must purchase adult meal to get free kids meal. Limit 2 free kids meals per adult entrée. Dine in only.

Qdoba Mexican Grill - 2631 E. Sunshine - 877-9777, 4127 S. Kansas Expy - 823-7835, 900 E. Battlefield Rd - 887-7329. Get two $1.75 kids meals for each adult meal purchased.

Newk's Eatery - 2639 S. Glenstone - 889-0250. Today is Family Day! Kids meals are 99¢ with an adult purchase, all day.

Ocean Zen Pacific Rim - 600 E. Battlefield - 889-9596. For kids 12 years and younger, get one free selected kids menu item with the purchase of an adult entree from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Schlotzsky’s Deli - 4132 S. Campbell Ave. Only this location. 889-2445. From 4 p.m. to close, Sundays, get one free kids meal with each adult Deli Meal Deal purchased which includes a chip, drink, sandwich or pizza.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell - 887-6600 - Purchase an adult entree and get a free Little Surfer Kids Meal for your child. You can add a kid’s smoothie for $1.

MONDAYS

5 Spice Asian Flavors - 711 McCroskey St. in Nixa, 724-8270. Kids eat free, 4:30 p.m.-close, one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree. Free for kids up to 12 years of age.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant - 2118 S. Campbell in Springfield - 887-1401. All day, get 1 free kids meal (for ages 10 and under) with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage.

Buckingham's BBQ Restaurant - 606 W. Mount Vernon, Nixa - 724-2344, 1821 19th St., Ozark - 485-8000 and 2415 N. Glenstone, Springfield - 831-7427. One free kids meal with purchase of an adult meal and drink for ages 12 and younger, 5-9 p.m. at all locations.

Bud & Walt's Pizza & Pasta House - 701 McCroskey St., Nixa - 724-0070. After 5 p.m., kids 12 and younger eat for $1.99 with purchase of an adult menu item. Kids drink included! Offer good Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

Leong's Asian Diner - 1540 W. Republic Rd - 887-7500 - After 4 p.m., kids get 1 free kids meal from kids menu with each paying adult.

Kids 12 years and under. Excludes upgrades on kids meal. For menu info, visit leongsasiandiner.com.

Rib Crib - 750 N. 18th St. - Ozark - 581-5566 - Purchase one adult entree and get up to two free kids menu meals from 5-8 p.m. They now have a magician to entertain the kids! Dine in only. For kids 12 and younger.

Village Inn - All locations, all day - Get 1 kids meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. Same deal on Tuesdays.

TUESDAYS

Bair's All-American Sports Grill - Republic location only - 1644 US Highway 60 E, Republic, 417-732-5077. Kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regular-priced entree after 4 p.m.

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Tuesday Nights Build Your Own Pizza Night!

5-8 p.m., Kids can build their own pizza for just $5! Also includes a kid’s drink.They make it, we bake it, they eat it up! Children 12 years and younger. Some restrictions apply. See restaurant for details.

Wednesday Nights All day, get a kids menu item for just $1.99 with purchase of an adult entree. Dine in only. For children 12 years and younger.

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Big Whiskey's - 311 Park Central - 862-2449, 1440 W. Republic Rd. - 882-2249, 1550 E. Battlefield Rd. - 883-5999, 602 N. 25th St., Ozark - 485-3800. One free kids meal with the purchase of 1 adult entree, 5-9 p.m. All locations.

Bob Evans Restaurant - 2651 N. Glenstone Ave. - 864-8184. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree 4p.m. to close. Dine-in only. Ages 12 years and younger. Also includes a kid friendly activity.

Coyote's Adobe Cafe - 807 N. Main in Nixa - 725-6803 – From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids meal for kids 12 and younger for each adult entree purchased. Also, parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m. Magician from 6-8 p.m. This is for ONLY the Nixa location.

Dairy Queen - 4150 S. Campbell Ave.- Springfield - 886-2253. Kids meals are $1.99, 4-10 p.m. for kids 12 years and under. Free treats, too! Child must be present. Dine in only.

Junction Café - 8376 W. FR 68 (Corner of 160 & 123) in Willard -742-2222 - 4-9 p.m. purchase any adult meal and get up to 2 free kids meals. Kids 10 and under. Children must be present.

Lone Star Steakhouse - 201 Wildwood Dr. S. Branson - 417-336-5030. All day, get 1 kids meal free with the purchase of 1adult entree for kids ages 12 & under.

McAlister’s Deli - 210 W. Sunshine - 831-4450, 1460 E. Primrose - 890-5250, 2445A Kansas Expressway at Kearney - 866-2331, 1711 W. Battlefield - 888-0899 & 586 E. Harrison, Republic -732-4747. Kids 12 and under eat free 5-9 p.m. Must buy adult meal to get free kid meal. Limit 2 free kids meals per entrée. Dine in only.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 – After 4 p.m., Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under.

Pizza Hut - Springfield – W. Sunshine & Glenstone locations. Kids 10 years and under get a free buffet with the purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Limit 2 per adult.

Prima’s Mexican Grill - 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #a100 - 823-7180, 3662 S. Glenstone Ave. - 890-1212 and 1769 James River Rd. in Ozark - 582-2776. At all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get one kids meal from kid’s menu free ($4.25 or less) for each adult meal purchased for kids 10 and under.

Rib Shack - Southwest and Northeast – 2925 W. Republic Rd., Ste. 100 – 315-8322, 2963 E. Chestnut Expwy – 831-2144. Kids 12 and under, eat for .99¢ with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit 2 kids per adult entrée, per visit.

Ryan's Steakhouse - 2501 S. Campbell - 887-9553. Family night every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Kids 11 and younger eat for $1.99. Limit 2 per adult.

WEDNESDAYS

Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders - 4560 S. Campbell Ave. - 720-4414. Get a child's menu item for just $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entree. Dine in only, 5-8 p.m. Children 12 years and younger. Don't forget their Build Your Own Pizza Night on Tuesday evenings, 5-8 p.m!

See ad on page 7.

Newk's Eatery - 2639 S. Glenstone - 889-0250. Kids night from 3 p.m.-close. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. Get up to two kids meals with each adult meal purchase. Also, there’s Family Day on Saturdays!

Pickerman's Soup & Sandwich - 3234 S. National Ave. - 886-2360 - Kids 10 and under get a $1.99 kids meal, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with purchase of adult entrée.

Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262 - Kids 4-10 years eat free from the buffet with an adult purchase, from 5-8 p.m. Kids 3 and younger eat free every day.

Rib Shack-Southwest and Northeast – 2925 W. Republic Rd., Ste. 100 – 315-8322, 2963 E. Chestnut Expwy – 831-2144. Kids 12 and under, eat for .99¢ with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit 2 kids per adult entrée, per visit.

Whole Hog Cafe -224 W. Sunshine St.- 868-0042. 5-9 p.m., kids 12 and under get 1 free kids plate with purchase of an adult plate. Dine in only.

THURSDAYS

Captain D’s - 2964 S. National - 881-6098 - All day, get up to 2 kids meals for just 99¢ each with the purchase of adult entrée costing $5 or more. For kids 12 years and younger. Child must be present. Dine in only.

Chick-fil-A – 3700 S. Glenstone Ave. - 890-5800. Every Thursday night from 5-8 p.m. at Chick-fil-A on Glenstone is Kids Family Night! Kids get to create a craft and get an Icedream® Sundae for FREE! Ryan's Steakhouse - 2501 S. Campbell - 887-9553. Family night every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Kids 11 and younger eat for $1.99.

SATURDAYS

Newk's Eatery - 2639 S. Glenstone - 889-0250. Today is Family Day! All day, Kids meals are 99¢ with an adult purchase. Get up to two kids meals with each adult meal purchased.

Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262. Kids 4-10 years eat from the buffet for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult buffet. Kids 3 and younger eat free every day.

Qdoba Mexican Grill - 2631 E. Sunshine - 877-9777, 4127 S. Kansas Expy - 823-7835, 900 E. Battlefield Rd - 887-7329. Get two $1.75 kids meals for each adult meal purchased.

Rosie Jo's Cafe - Ozark - 915 W. Jackson in the Riverview Plaza - 581-6047. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of a $7.99 entree from 4-8 p.m. Only for children ages 10 years and younger.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell - 887-6600 - Purchase an adult entree and get a free Little Surfer Kids Meal for your child.

You can add a kid’s smoothie for $1.

Know about a family-friendly meal deal? Send an email to kathy@springfieldkids.com.

Complement your restaurant’s Kids Eat Free listing with an ad! Call Kathy at 417.234.5040 or email kathy@springfieldkids.com to learn more.

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We do the serious stuff, but we also know how to have FUN! Classes for ages 3-years to Adult Lyrical • Jazz Ballet • Tap Hip Hop

Where your child is our priority!

417.881.0071

abdancecenter.net 1740 S. Glenstone • Ste. C • Springfield abdancecenter@hotmail.com

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Our curriculum encourages social, emotional, artistic, imaginative, physical and spiritual development.

(417) 720-1053 922 W. Republic Rd. Springfield, Missouri kidsofcreation.org

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Preschool for ages 6 weeks-6 years • Degreed/experienced teachers • A Beka Book curriculum • Music, dance, art & Spanish • B.C.B.A. Behavioral Support • Weekly chapel • Full-day options available • Now enrolling!

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Try a FREE Music Class!

Don’t delay, call today!

Children’s Music Academy teaches piano and keyboard playing, singing, harmony, note reading, ear training,rhythm, composition, ensemble playing, recorder and guitar in a fun, positive and creative atmosphere.

Weekly 1-hour group classes for children 3 to 9 years.

For info or to enroll, call Donna at 425-4618 or email Charissaf@childrensmusicacademy.org.

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Join us this summer for Summer program geared toward Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Space is limited Call us today!

Learn about the life and love of Jesus while participating in themed activities each week: arts • Water days • Fine projects • Field trips • Mission Factor challenges • Fear • Ooey gooey science

Wesley United Methodist Church 922 W. Republic Rd. Springfield (417) 720-1053 kidsofcreation.org

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designed to be a great first introduction to the world of horses. No prior horse experience is necessary! Campers take part in all aspects of horse care as well as two daily group riding sessions and have time for a little “horsey play,” too. Camps conclude with a mini horse show to show off their riding improvement. Camps are designed for ages 5 years and older. Times: 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. For your convenience, early drop-off and late pick-up are available at no additional charge. Spring Break Camp is March 9-13. Summer Day Camps: June 1-5, 8-12 and 15-19, July 6-10 and July 27-31 and Aug. 6-10. Libby’s day camps promise to be a horse lovers dream come true! See ad on page 34.

Dickerson Park Zoo 3043 North Fort Ave., Springfield 417-833-1570 • dickersonparkzoo.org Dickerson Park Zoo’s ZEBRA program (Zoo Education Brings the Realization of Animals) is a long-running education program for students from ages 2 and 3 with an adult to preschool through middle school students in child-only classes. Classes include age-appropriate lessons about animals and conservation, up-close visits with animal ambassadors (some of which are touchable), walks in the zoo, crafts and more. Small class sizes and the unique zoo setting make coming to ZEBRA class a memorable experience for all ages. Classes and camps are daytime, and schedules vary with weekday and weekend sessions scheduled during June, July and August.

Discounted session fees for Friends of the Zoo members.

Visit dickersonparkzoo.org or call 417-833-1570 for information. See ad on page 34.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park with the SpringfieldGreene County Park Board 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146 • Springfield 417-837-5949 • parkboard.org/rutledge_wilson Several day camps are offered at farm! For ages 4-12, there’s a unique camp to learn about animals in the big red barn! These camps are designed to get kids outdoors, teach them about agriculture and to have fun interacting with animals. Munch Crunch – June 1-5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 6-7. Feathered Friends – June 8-12, 9 a.m.-Noon, ages 4-5. Once Upon a Farm – June 15-19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 6-7. Rutledge-Wilson had a Farm – June 22-26, 9 a.m.-Noon, ages 4-5. Wild Wild West – July 13-17, 9 a.m.Noon, ages 4-5. Earth Keepers – July 20-24, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 8-9. Discovery Barn – July 27-31, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 6-7. Best in Show – Aug. 3-7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 10-12. Participants will prepare and train their own animal for a show at the end of the week.

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 2038 West State Hwy 86 • Lampe 417-779-5983 • dogwoodcanyon.org This 10,000 acre natural paradise allows guests to discover the Ozarks through the eyes of early settlers.

The canyon can be explored on foot, bike, tram ride or horseback! Two and a half miles of paved trails along trout-filled streams make Dogwood Canyon the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors and catch a whopper of a memory. The open-air Wildlife Tram Ride allows families to get up-close and personal with native wildlife like American Bison and Elk. Guests can enjoy a horse-back adventure on a trail ride or cattle drive through the canyon. Dogwood Canyon also offers Segway tours, guided fly-fishing and archery. For a full list of activities call or visit their website. See ad on page 19.

Sac River Stables, LLC 5798 N. Farm Rd. 125 • Springfield 417-742-4200 • sacriverstables.com Email: info@sacriverstables.com 2014 Wrangler Worship Day Camps at Sac River Stables promote spiritual growth, horsemanship and educational fun for ages kindergarten and up. Camps are supervised

by CHA-certified riding instructors at a CHA-accredited indoor/outdoor riding facility using well-trained horses.

Campers will be instructed on numerous equine topics, along with daily non-denominational devotions and praise songs. Horses, tack, helmets and any equipment needed for riding and Bible class materials are provided. Family discounts available. Spaces are limited. Spring Break Camp, March 9-13: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $45/day or $200/5 days. Bring a daily sack lunch and drink. Afternoon snack provided.

Summer Camp dates: June 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-24, June 29-July 1. July 6-10 and 13-17. Half-days - 8 a.m.-Noon, just $150 and full days - 8 a.m.-4 p.m. for $200. Morning snack and camp shirt provided. See ad on page 33.

Our advertisers offer a TON of wonderful summer camps and programs for your kids – and you can never start planning too early! We’ve done the legwork for you and collected the best of the best here in one convenient place. So get busy, plan your kids’summer and tell them Kids Directory sent you!

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, Inc. 210 S. Ingram Mill Road • Springfield 877-312-4764 • girlscoutsmoheartland.org At Girl Scout summer camp, girls are empowered to step outside their comfort zone and engage in new and challenging activities. It’s also a great place for girls to explore leadership, build skills and develop an appreciation for nature under the guidance of caring, trained adults. And, you don’t have to be a Girl Scout to sign up! To learn about the different camps and how to register, please visit girlscoutsmoheartland.org/camp or email camp@girlscoutsmoheartland.org. See ad on page 14.

Wonders of Wildlife 500 W Sunshine • Springfield 417-225-1162 or 417-225-1118 wondersofwildlife.org Join the Wonders of Wildlife staff and animal ambassadors for a great summer Ed-venture! Each camp will include animal interactions, games, activities, arts, crafts, and snacks! June 1-4 – Animals Around the World Pre K-K and All About the Games 1st-2nd grades. June 8-11 – Ocean Commotion 1st & 2nd grades and Outdoor Survivor 3rd-5th grades. June 15-18 – Nature Made: Learning Primitive Skills 6th-8th grades and Art in Nature 3rd-5th Grades ($10 supply cost). June 22-25 – Grossology 1st & 2nd grades and Animal Engineers 3rd-5th grades.

Libby Ferguson Training Center 3850 E. Applehill Lane • Springfield 417-894-8221 or 888-0845 libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com Each summer and both winter and spring breaks, Libby offers riding camps for all ages and skill levels. Camps are Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Wonders of Wildlife - continued July 6- 9 – Animal All Stars 1st & 2nd grades and Grossology 3rd-5th grades.July 13-16 – Outdoor Survivor 1st & 2nd grades and Animal Tails Pre K-K. July 20- 23 – If I Ran the Aquarium 6th-8th grades and All About the Games 3rd-5th grades. Pre K-K, 9 a.m. Noon, just $75. 1st -8th grade, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., just $150. See ad on page 33.

Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services 417-714-4880 • clubztutoring.com/a2z Don’t waste the summer getting behind academically!

Keep the momentum going with summer tutoring with Club Z! Affordable one-on-one tutoring in your home.

Highly-qualified educators will help your child achieve success and will help escape the summer boredom with highly-interactive tutoring and learning services! See ad on page 8.

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Developmental Center of the Ozarks (DCO 1545 E Pythian • Springfield 417-829-0800 DCOonline.com DCO continues its traditional childcare and preschool programs throughout the summer months for children with and without disabilities or medical needs. DCO incorporates movement, art, reading, music, health, and good citizen models in to daily activities. Additional learning opportunities are explored through community partnerships, bringing special guests in to the classroom or developed outdoor space. Childcare and preschool models are based on a Creative Curriculum and are supervised by a degreed professional. DCO is a secured-entry facility, licensed and nationally accredited. See ad on page 8.

B-Sew Inn Sewing and Software Center 1602 E. Republic Rd., Ste. A • Springfield 417-882-7171 • bsewinn.com B-Sew Inn Sewing and Software Center, the world’s largest Baby Lock sewing machine retailer, is once again offering “Totally Stitchin’ Sewing Camps” due to the interest in sewing, creativity and fashion prompted by popular reality shows like “Project Runway.” Girls and guys ages 9 and older will learn the basics of sewing while stitching their own projects. Camps will run 5 days – June 8-12 and July 13-17. Morning sessions, 9 a.m.-Noon or afternoon session, 2-5 p.m. For more information or to sign up, contact the store, availability is limited! See ad on page 21.

Discovery Garden Montessori School 1515 S National Ave. • Springfield 417-631-4590 • dgmontessori.org "Art is everywhere" at Discovery Garden. During this summer camp, children will have the opportunity to explore different techniques of art and find connections with music, stories, nature and our own community. All within a Montessori based environment. Local artist will visit every week and field trips to local galleries will be scheduled.

Please learn more about our specific weekly camps at dgmontessori.org. See ad on page 12.

Incredible Pizza Company 2850 South Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-887-3030 • springfieldincrediblepizza.com Incredible Pizza Company (IPC) will be hosting a Spanish learning experience for kids this summer called "Espanol Incredible.” The program will teach kids basic Spanish through fun interaction with other kids and will also highlight the Spanish culture. IPC will be hosting these programs as two 2-week sessions June 1-12 and June 15-26, Monday through Friday. The classes will be one hour long each day with a graduation ceremony on the last day of class. Children will be taught by a local, certified Spanish teacher. Cost is $100 per student. Ages 6-9 years are welcome to attend. For more information or to register your student, please call 417-890-1408, extension 214.

Noah’s Art Children's Art Studio 2742 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-889-2779 • noahsartofspringfield.com Noah's Art has a full schedule of summer art camps for children ages 3-11. Camps offered every week between June 1 and Aug. 14 with a different theme every week.

From sculpting with clay to making your own comic book, your child will have fun learning creative skills in a friendly environment. In addition, one-day mini camps will be offered every Friday with themes such as 'Minecraft'-ing, Fairy Tales and Super Heroes. All camps include many fun, age-appropriate projects, games and a snack! If weekly classes fit your schedule better, two 5-week sessions will be available during the summer. See website for full summer schedule and pricing, or call for info.

James River Church 6100 N. 19th St. • Ozark 417-581-5433 • Jamesriver.org Kids will have the experience of a lifetime at James River Church Kids Summer Camps! Each year kids come back saying this was the BEST WEEK of their summer. Suitable for 2nd through 5th graders, camp activities range from hiking and swimming to Bible studies and team competitions. Choose from four overnight camp options that run July 8–23. These camps are perfect for a child’s first summer camp experience! Call 417-581-5433 or visit jamesriver.org to learn more today.

Springfield Art Museum 1111 E. Brookside Dr. • Springfield 417-837-5700 • sgfmuseum.org The Springfield Art Museum offers Summer Art Camp for creative kids ages 5-10. Campers will experiment with a variety of art materials and ideas! All sessions will include pottery, along with painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, building and more. Projects and activities will be determined in part by the interests of campers. Choose either a half-day or a full-day camp. Children enrolled for full-day will not repeat activities. Full-day campers bring a sack lunch and stay at Art Camp during the Noon hour.

Each session runs Tuesday through Friday. Themes include ancient worlds, plants and animals, creating environments and more! See ad on page 21.

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Kids of Creation's Journeys of Faith Summer Camp 922 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-720-1053 • kidsofcreation.org Spend this summer with Journeys of Faith at Wesley UMC! Each week campers will learn about the life and love of Jesus Christ while participating in different activities. Weekly activities include: Chapel, Arts, Ooey Gooey Science, Fear Factor, Water Day, Missions and Field Trips.

Camps run weekly beginning June 1 through August 7, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Registration information can be

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Spend Spring & Summer with SAM! Design your child’s spring and summer activities to enrich and encourage creativity! Discounts for siblings are available.

Free Family Art Day - April 25th Explore the museum and enjoy hands-on projects with your favorite young artists! 10 a.m. to Noon. For ages 2 years and up. And it’s FREE!

Summer 2015 Art Camps Campers will experiment with a variety of art materials and ideas! Sessions will include pottery, painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, building and more. Full- and half-day options. Themes include ancient worlds, plants and animals, and creating environments. For children 5 -10 years. Summer camps run four weeks in June and July.

Register by phone or in person at the museum.

Space is limited, so act soon!

1111 Brookside Drive, Springfield I 417.837.5700 I sgfmuseum.org

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Second Baptist Child Development Center 3111 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-887-3111 • secondbaptist.org At Second Baptist Child Development Center their goal is to give children a quality Christian education in a loving environment. Their desire is to meet the needs of each child spiritually, emotionally, socially and intellectually in order to prepare them for the challenges of tomorrow.

Classes for children 6 months through Pre-K. Summer session days are Thursdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in June and July.

Call the center for more information. See ad on page 37.

Kids of Creation's Journeys of Faith Summer Camp continued found at kidsofcreation.org. Registration opens March 9 at 8 a.m., space is limited and spots will fill on a firstcome, first-serve basis. See ad on page 17.

Kumon of Springfield - South 4127 S. Kansas Expressway, Ste.112 • Springfield 417-881-3800 • kumon.com/springfield-south-mo Summer is an excellent time to start Kumon! Whether your child needs extra challenge or help catching up, the Kumon program enhances classroom learning and helps build confidence as your child discovers his or her full potential. This long-term educational supplement, designed to parallel the school experience, will strengthen and grow your child’s skills over the summer and keep him or her ahead of the curve during the school year. At Kumon, students of all ages and abilities develop the skills necessary to have a richer, more successful educational experience from preschool through 12th grade. To help your child develop an unshakeable understanding of math and reading, improved self-confidence, independent work skills, and the drive to succeed, call for a placement test today!

SPARC Summer Day Camp with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board 300 E. Harrison • Springfield 417-837-5737 • parkboard.org/SPARC SPARC Summer Day Camps include weekly field trips, swimming, craft and nature activities, games, team building, snacks and most important – a safe and affordable opportunity for kids to experience new adventures! Several locations with seven Springfield Elementary Schools; two Springfield Middle Schools; Ritter Springs, Fassnight, Nichols and Westport Parks. June 1-July 31 from 7 a.m.6 p.m. Ages 5-14. See ad on page 25.

Springfield Center for Learning and Care 1120 East Farm Rd. 182 (Plainview) • Springfield 417-841-7950 • centerforlearningandcare.com Do your kids need SUMMER FUN when school is done?

Springfield Center for Learning and Care offers Summer Day Camp with educational focus. Licensed facility with weekly classes and themes. Outside activities. Water play.

Reading time. Social time. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack included. Available Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Elementary-aged children. Enrolling now! Call center to schedule a tour.

Little Spanish Playschool LLC Resides at National Avenue Christian Church 1515 S. National Ave. • Springfield 417-773-6783 • littlespanishplayschool.com Weekly Spanish immersion classes will keep your kids sharp this summer. All classes are designed to be playful and fun, while challenging children as they acquire a second language. Instructor teaches all ages – classes for toddlers, families, preschoolers and school age children.

New this summer is our Spanish Tech class for upper elementary. Private lessons are also available. See ad on page 37.

TheraCare Outpatient Services 3023 S. Fort Ave., Ste. B • Springfield 417-890-4656 • theracareozarks.com/summerprograms Looking for something fun AND educational to enhance your child’s summer experience? TheraCare is excited to provide a variety of interactive, play-based Summer Enrichment Programs to enhance your child’s budding skills in the areas of speech, language, handwriting, pre-academics, school readiness and more!

• Mommy and Me Speech and Language Classes (Ages birth-24 months) • Make and Takes Speech and Language Classes (Ages 3-6) • Stay and Play Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness Camp (Ages 2-6) • Handwriting Summer Camp (Grades 1-4) • Microwave Cooking Classes (Ages 7+). Your kids will be having too much fun playing to realize they’re learning! A certified speech-language pathologist or occupational therapist will facilitate all programs. Check out our website at theracareozarks.com/summerprograms for detailed program descriptions and other information.

See ad on page 7.

Nixa Public Schools 417.724.3872 • nixaxlt.net Get ready to spread your wings and have some fun this summer! Nixa Public Schools Camp Eagle provides exciting experience with weekly themes that are sure to keep your children engaged and excited as they explore science, music and movies, swimming, technology and much more. Serving children ages 5-12. $125 per week per child, discounts available. Enrollment is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis. Camp Eagle will provide a unique learning experience that allows children to discover their creativity and gain knowledge by using play, discovery and team work as their means of exploration.

For more information, please visit nixaxlt.net or call 417-724-3872. See ad on page 23.

The Salvation Army Summer Day Camp 1707 West Chestnut Expressway • Springfield 417-862-5509 ext. 113 usc.salvationarmy.org/springfield-mo The Salvation Army Summer Day Camp provides a structured, safe, and positive childcare program for families during the summer months. All meals and activities are included in the camp cost. Activities include swimming, guest speakers, arts and crafts, and lots of organized play.

Breakfast and lunch are provided daily. In addition, weekly field trips to area sites including, Discovery Center, Springfield Little Theatre, museums, Library Station, Dickerson Park Zoo and many more! Weekly and daily rates are available. Scholarship assistance available, too. See ad on page 34.

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Willard Parks and Recreation 233 N. State Hwy. Z • Willard 417-742-2262 • WillardParks.com Tucked away in quiet Willard, Missouri, you can find a busy and exciting program for your children ages 5-12.

The Willard Parks Kid-Venture Camp provides a fun and dynamic summer program where your camper will gain memories that last a lifetime. Your child will experience

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SUMMER PROGRAMS

Intensive with Steve Rooks S June 8-12 Featuring Steve Rooks (Former Principal Dancer with Martha Graham). Hone your skills in Modern Dance and Classical Ballet with this high-energy workshop.

Ages 10 to adult. Intermediate level ballet training required for this intensive.

Early bird registration deadline is May 1st.

Growing Little Ladies S June 15-19

Teaching Excellence, Elegance and Etiquette through Ballet and timeless principles. This program is for young girls ages 4-10 years. Early bird registration deadline: May 1st. COST: $125. After May 1, cost is $140.

SUMMER CLASSES Our summer 2015 classes will be in June and July. Enroll in one or both sessions! We have two 4-week sessions available. These classes are designed for students ages 3 years to adult.

Early bird registration deadline May 1st.

Save! Register by our Early Bird Dates! kate@credodance.com S (417) 496-9527 S www.credodance.com April 2015

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Summer CAMPS!

Call today to reserve your space!

“Successful Kids” Summer Camp now enrolling!

• • • • springfieldsummercamps.com • 886-3331 4560 S. Campbell Ave. • Ste. 132 • Springfield

Safe & fun environment Ninja Camp Dodge Ball Camp Daily Fitness Activities Kinect Tournaments Ping Pong Tournaments Weekly Trips to Andy’s Fun, Fun, Fun!

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SPARC Summer Day Camps: SPARC at more than 10 locations!

360° Ritter Springs Summer Quest Wrap Around

ParkBoard.org/SPARC to register online!

Space is limited, so regis ter early!

Specialty Camps: Botanical Center “Plant Camp” with butterflies, crafts, field studies and garden games Camping Hiking trips and overnight camping with Outdoor Initiatives Golf Clinics at Horton Smith and Bill & Payne Stewart Courses Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park Once Upon a Farm • Feathered Friends Wild, Wild West • Earth Keepers Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center Beginnner, intermediate and advanced horse camps

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capped at 50 students for 2015 session; tuition is $200 per camper; and full and partial tuition assistance is available.

Beginners are welcome and loaner instruments are available. Lunch will be provided by Cafe Cusco. See ad on page 35.

Willard Parks and Recreation - continued weekly field trips, crafts, swimming and have fun exploring new ideas and experiencing new activities! Camp is Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. starting May 21 and concluding Aug. 12. Daily and weekly rates available. For more information or to sign up, visit willardparks.com or call 742-2262.

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3100 S. Fremont • Springfield 417-881-1373 • springfieldmusic.com For the aspiring rock star in your life, Springfield Music has several music camps. Age and experience specific, music camps are offered in 1- and 2-week-long sessions. Campers form a band, choose a name, write their own music, pose for a photo shoot and conclude with a live performance! Little ones love Summer Jam: A week-long introduction to musical instruments, rhythm games, crafts, "musical petting zoo" and even snacks! Summer programs are open to kids 3-17 years. Rock Camp for ages 10-17. Rock Camp is a summer rock music day camp for kids with experience playing guitar, drums or electric bass guitar. Rock Camp "Opening Act" for ages 6-9. Beginning level rock camps are designed to hone music performance and skills through performing in a real, live band. Summer Jam for ages 3-5. This day camp is for younger performers and introduces musical concepts while fostering creativity with the power of play. Visit website or call for info and dates. See ad page 27.

Music, Dance & Drama Credo Dance Academy 931 S. Kickapoo Ave. • Springfield 417- 496-9527 • credodance.com Growing Little Ladies: this week-long workshop teaches excellence, elegance and etiquette through ballet and timeless principles. Daily schedule is 9 a.m.-Noon. For ages 4-10 years and is available June 15-19. Steve Rooks Intensive Workshop: featuring Steve Rooks (former Principal Dancer with Martha Graham). Dates are June 8-12.

Hone your skills in Modern Dance and Classical Ballet with this high energy workshop. For ages 10 through adult. Intermediate level ballet training required for this intensive. Summer Classes: a great way to try ballet or stay involved in dance this summer. Summer 2015 classes will be in June and July. Early registration deadline for all programs is May 1. Call for more info. See ad on page 23.

Springfield Little Theatre 311 E Walnut • Springfield 417-869-1334, ext.15 • springfieldlittletheatre.org Serving beginning to advanced students ages 4-18, SLT is proud to provide several enriching, entertaining, and exciting summer theatre camp experiences in acting, musical theatre, dance, performance or technical theatre at the Landers Theatre. Springfieldlittletheatre.org. See ad page 43.

Dance Canvas 2121 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield (417) 300-2093 • dancecanvas.org Come on down to Dance Canvas this summer! Dance Canvas’ summer camps are fun, affordable and offer a friendly, inspiring, no-pressure environment where kids can pursue their love of cance. Skilled instructors help students develop new skills and improve existing ones. No experience is necessary and whether your style is ballet, hip-hop, tap, jazz, tumbling or all of the above, they have a camp for you! This year, the studio will be featuring “Pop Star Divas,” “The Frozen Princess Party,” “Aspiring Dance Stars,”and many more. Check next month's Kids Directory for a full schedule. Make this summer the Summer of Dance! See ad on page 15.

Springfield Ballet 411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield 417-862-1343 • Springfieldballet.org Springfield Ballet offers exciting daytime camps and evening classes this summer for the littlest ballerina to the serious dance student. Daytime camps and the summer intensive offer learning experiences far beyond the barre.

In addition to dance, students will enjoy music, drama, nutrition, anatomy and more. A special demonstration is held at the end of each week to showcase dancers’ hard work. Register for camps/the intensive before May 16 and receive a 10% discount. During a six-week session, classes will be offered in creative movement, ballet, pointe, modern and more! Register for classes prior to June 2 and the $15 registration fee is waived. See ad on page 29 & 38.

Point Performing Arts 3657 South Ave. • Springfield 417-885-8010 • pointperformingarts.com Point Performing Arts will be offering a Princess Camp, June 22-26 for ages 3 to 8 years. Hours are 9 to 11 a.m. daily. Camp features a princess castle, dance, costumes, games and a bounce house. For the first time, Point is offering for the first time a Musical Theatre Camp, June 22-25, 4-7 p.m. Camp will feature acting, dance and voice and a performance for family and friends on June 25. For ages 12 to 18 years. More camps to be announced soon.

Space is limited in all camps, so register soon. See ad on page 3.

SciencE & Robotics Camp Invention 800.968.4332 • campinvention.org Camp Invention’s 2015 theme is “Illuminate.” “Illuminate” will encourage your child to explore their inventiveness and problem solving skills with experiences that will harness their curiosity, inspire creativity and evoke a sense of accomplishment! Camp Invention runs for one action-packed week, typically Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Each day, campers work in teams as they rotate between four fun thematic modules. Each module brings new challenges to build upon what was learned the previous day. For children entering Grades 1-6. See ad on page 24.

Queen City Rock Camp P.O. Box 3445 • Springfield 417-501-4775 • QueenCityRockCamp.org This summer, be a rock star! Queen City Rock Camp is Springfield’s first all-girls rock 'n' roll day camp. August 3-7, girls ages 8 to 18 will learn to play an instrument, form bands together, write their own original song and play it at a showcase for a real audience. Hands-on workshops round out a fast-paced musical curriculum, with an emphasis on empowerment and creative collaboration. Enrollment is Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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5 Sunday Happy Easter! Enjoy this day with your family!

Submit your family-friendly events by going to the calendar on our website. Remember, our web calendar has WAY more info than we can print here – www.springfieldkids.com.

11 Saturday Bring the whole family and celebrate spring and the opening of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden at the Cherry Blossom Kite Festival, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fly your own kite or build one there. Kite kits will be available for a small fee. Free origami and other crafts available.

The Cherry Blossom Kite Festival is presented by the Springfield Sister Cities Association.

For info, call the Botanical Center at 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org. Nathanael Greene|Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.

April 2015 Now through 17 Friday Ozarks Public Television is having a PBS Kids Writers Contest. Kids in kindergarten through grade 3 can submit their own original story and illustrations for a chance to win cool prizes and have their story published online at pbskids.org/writerscontest. You could be the next winner! Entry deadline is Friday, April 17.

For contest rules or more info, call 836-8894 or visit pbskids.org/writerscontest. See ad on page 40.

12 Sunday Join the Springfield Ballet for their annual Princess Tea and Fashion Show at Highland Springs Country Club, 2 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of high-tea, spring fashion show, shop the silent auction, entertainment by Springfield Ballet and a chance to join them on stage! Princesses of all ages can enjoy everything the Springfield Ballet has to offer. Hats and gloves are encouraged. For more info or tickets, call 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org. Highland Springs Country Club, 5400 S. Highland Springs Blvd. See ad on page 38.

3 Friday through 19 Sunday Join the Springfield Little Theatre as they present a timeless classic "The Wizard of Oz." Dorothy Gale, a young girl from Kansas, is swept away by a tornado and is dropped in the magical Land of Oz. She becomes friends with Scarecrow, who thinks he has no brain, Tin Man, who feels he has no heart, and Cowardly Lion, who wishes he had courage. The performance features popular songs including "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," "Follow the Yellow Brick Road," "Ding Dong the Witch is Dead," "If I Only Had a Brain" and "We're Off to See The Wizard." The book is by L. Frank Baum with music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, adapted by John Kane for The Royal Shakespeare Company. For more info or to purchase tickets, call 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre – 311 E. Walnut St. See ad on page 36.

12 Sunday You're invited to Rhea Lana's, The Nation's Premier Children's Consignment Event Venue, April 12-18. Shop name brands like Persnickety, Mini Boden, Matilda Jane, Miss Me, Britax, Peg Perego and more. Consign your children's items and earn 70-80 percent.

Check it all out at rhealana.com. For more info, call Angie at 861-1236 or email cassie@rhealana.com. Located at 210 E. Sunshine.

4 Saturday James River Church is hosting James River Kids Easter Egg Hunt from 9 a.m.-Noon for grade 5 and under. This free indoor event is come-and-go and features a ton of fun for the kids. Activities include an Easter egg hunt, inflatables, free doughnuts and juice, live music and more! Takes place at both JRC campuses.

The James River/South Campus is located at 6100 N. 19th St. in Ozark. The James River/West Campus is located at 3953 W. FR 168 in Springfield. For more info, call 5815433 or visit jamesriver.org.

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15 Wednesday Do you have a child that loves animals? Wonders of Wildlife has a great program for kids ages 4-5 years who want to learn all about animals while having fun. Explore animals and their habitats at their P.A.L.S. (Preschool Adventures in Learning Science) program from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Today's theme is Swimming in the Creek. Cost is $15 per student. Pre-registration is required before the class. For more info or to register, call 225-1162, email gregistration@wondersofwildlife.org or visit wondersofwildlife.org. Wonders of Wildlife, 500 W. Sunshine. See ad on page 33.

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Hawkins Family Chiropractic In Glenstone Square I 1722 S. Glenstone, Ste. F Springfield, Missouri I (417) 888-6420 courses and jumping in their large inflatable castle, 6:30-10 p.m.! They will also provide pizza for dinner. Cost is $20 per child. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance. For more info or to register, call 725-1304 or visit allstargymandcheer.com. All Star Gym and Cheer, 1347 N. Ashley Dr., Nixa.

18 Saturday Dickerson Park Zoo hosts its annual “Party for the Planet” to celebrate Earth Day 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. Enjoy activities that will show you how to be “green” at home, watch the animals “hunt” for papier-mache eggs and egg-themed treats. Zoo is located at 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 34.

25 Saturday It's SAM Family Day at the Springfield Art Museum. Come-and-go between 10 a.m.-Noon for some FREE hands-on projects and to explore the museum with your child ages 2 and older. No registration is required. For more info, call 837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum.org.

Springfield Art Museum – 1111 Brookside Dr.

18 Saturday The first annual Liv’s Run for Life 5K is today at 8 a.m. at the Republic Aquatics Center, 711 E. Miller Rd. in Republic. Liv a Life of Love promotes organ donation awareness in the memory of Olivia L. Didway. To participate, go to runsignup.com or go to Ridge Runner Sports.

See ad on page 44.

25 Saturday The annual Women in Business Shopping Event and Fashion Show is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Hosted by Mrs. B’s Accessories, admission is free, first 100 attendees receive a free swag bag, live entertainment, door prizes, and 80+ vendors will make for a full, fun day. At the Springfield Expo Center, 635 E. St. Louis St., Springfield. Go to wibshoppingevent.com for more info. See ad on page 46.

20 Monday Mercy Hospital would like to invite moms along with their daughters, ages 9-13, to a free Mercy Resource Center Forum - "Just B'tween Us Girls!" Enjoy light snacks and activities at 5:30 p.m. Mercy female pediatricians will present information about changes that happen during this exciting time from 6:15-7:30 p.m. For more info, call 417-8888888, 1-800-909-8326 or visit mercykids.org.

Hammons Heart Institute Auditorium – 1235 E. Cherokee.

25 Saturday The Mothers of Multiples spring sale runs 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at High Street Baptist Church, 900 N. Eastgate Ave., Springfield.

More than 50 families with twins, triplets and more sell their gently-used children’s clothing, maternity clothing, furniture, toys, equipment, linens and more. Admission and parking are FREE! See ad on page 33.

24 Friday through 26 Sunday Join Snow White, the Seven Dwarfs and other favorite characters in this beautiful original ballet presented by Springfield Ballet the whole family is sure to enjoy. There are only four showings, so get your tickets before they sell out! To purchase tickets, call Springfield Little Theatre's box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. For more info, call Springfield Ballet at 862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org. Landers Theatre – 311 E. Walnut St.

Like us on Facebook to get all the latest updates and last minute events and sales that don’t make it in our print edition. Follow us on Twitter, too. And our web calendar at springfieldkids.com has way more family-friendly events than we are able to print here. So check us out!

24 Friday Enjoy a night out while trained professionals at All-Star Gym & Cheer watch your child (ages 4 years and older) with lots of activities planned - gymnastics, games, obstacle April 2015

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going to be a splashin' good time! July 9, All-Star will offer “Backhandspring Boot Camp,” 1-3 p.m. for just $25. All other camps are $75. Register before May 1 and save $10!

For ages 4 years and older. Students will be divided into age groups based on enrollment. All camps include gymnastics, games, crafts, snacks and fun! Register by phone or online.

See ad on page 27.

Discovery Center of Springfield 438 E. St. Louis St. • Springfield 417-862-9910 • discoverycenter.org Looking for a summer enrichment experience for your child that’s out of the ordinary? Check out Discovery Center’s Summer of Science workshops! We offer four days of action-packed adventures on a variety of topics.

This summer we’re offering Treasure Hunting, Maker Workshops, Game Design, Bugs, Gross Science and more! Sessions available for ages 4-middle school.

Register early – space is limited! See ad on page 17.

DiVentures 5225 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-883-5151 • DiVentures.net Send your kids on an aquatic adventure this summer! DiVentures offers summer camps for children of all ages!

Swim camps (all ages) meet Monday-Thursday for a halfhour swim lesson with certified swim teachers. Scuba Rangers (ages 7-12) is a great camp for kids looking for classes beyond swim lessons. Kids will master fun aquatic challenges underwater and learn how to scuba dive! Call or stop by DiVentures for more information or visit online at DiVentures.net/Summer-Camps. See ad on page 14.

Dynamics Gymnastics 2100 E. Pythian & 3624 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-890-0946 • www.dynamics-gymnastics.com Dynamics’ Summer Camps are an exciting opportunity for girls and boys age 5-12 years to participate in a wide variety of gymnastics-related activities. Camps aim to provide arts and crafts activities, games, movies and much more! Fullday and half-day options available. Fantastic Gymnastics: June 1-5 and July 13-17 at Pythian, June 8-12 and July 6-10 at Republic Road. Super Hero: June 8-12 at Pythian and July 13-17 at Republic Road. Dance Mania: June 15-19 at Pythian and July 20-24 at Republic Road. Cheernastics: June 22-26 at Pythian and July 27-31 at Republic Road. This Camper’s Got Talent: July 6-10 at Pythian and June 1-5 at Republic Road. Tumble Time: July 20-24 at Pythian and June 15-19 at Republic Road. Super Silly Sports: July 27-31 at Pythian and June 22-26 at Republic Road. Sign up by April 1 and save 20% on camps. Extended camp is available for parents who need their child to be at a full-day camp. See ad on page 31.

Harman’s ATA Martial Arts 4240 S. Fremont Ave. • Springfield 417-889-9312 • ATASpringfield.com Harman’s ATA offers an action-packed, exciting and challenging summer camp experience! Call for details. Your kids will have a blast! See ad on page 12.

Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 /K5 Kids’ Academy 1712 E. Sunshine • Springfield 417-379-0024 • jeffspeakmanspringfield.com Join Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 for “Fun in the Sun” at this year’s Summer Camps! Their premium summer camps feature swimming and other field trips every week! Each week they feature a new theme such as Ninja, Bruce Lee (Nunchaku), Zombie and more! Kids love this camp for the fun, parents love it for the great life lessons kids pick up along the way. Learning disguised as fun is the best way to build character, fitness and self-defense. They have no hidden fees! Camp price includes ALL the extras! Open to kids ages 4-12. Bring your own sack lunch. Non-refundable $50 deposit required. Call today for pricing and more information! Ask how your child can get a FREE camp t-shirt! See ad on page 31.

Martial Arts USA 4560 S. Campbell Ave., Ste. 132 • Springfield 417-886-3331 • MartialArtsUSA.net Would you love for your child to learn how to have betterfocus, more self-control and better self-discipline, all while

Professor Powers Science Symposium 2144 E. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-848-2062 • professorpowers.com Detective Camp - July 6-10 - 9 a.m.-Noon for ages 5-10 years. For ages 8-14 years, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Someone has kidnapped Eddie the Yeti! Complete detective training to accomplish daily challenges to solve the mystery! Lessons include creating footprint casts, code breaking, invisible ink, and more. Engineering Camp - July 13-17 - 9 a.m.Noon for ages 5-10 years. For ages 8-14 years, 12:30-3:30 p.m. All the local engineers are off solving an interstellar crisis and engineering camp is here to train new recruits!

Trainees will learn about electronics, bridge building, catapults, solar energy, rockets and more. All camps at the pavillion in Farmers Park, Springfield.

Whole Child Learning Company Camps at Evangel University Campus • Springfield 417-569-6887 • wowcamps.com Email: a.wubbena@wholechild.com What kid doesn’t love to build, create and explore? Check out WOW Camps in Spring /Summer 2015. Spring Break Robotics: LEGO WeDo Robotics introduces students to robotics and programming in this fun, engaging, hands on class. Students will: build LEGO models featuring motors and sensors, program their models on computers using icon-based software and develop skills in teamwork.

March 11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early drop-off and late pick-up available. WOW Lego World Movie Camp: Do you love Legos? Do you think everything is awesome? Build with WOW’s LEGO collection and create scenery for your very own movie. Students will use our completed projects to make a short, stop-action movie using state-of-the-art equipment. June 15-17, 9 a.m.-Noon. See ad on page 27.

Sports & Fitness Fun All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer 1347 N. Ashley Dr. • Nixa 417-725-1304 • allstargymandcheer.com Preparations for summer camp are in full swing at All-Star!

All-Star is now enrolling for awesome, themed summer camps. June 16-18, 9 a.m. to Noon, “Frozen In Summer Princess Camp” will bring out your daughters inner princess!

Gymnastics, crafts, fashion show and fun! June 16-19, 1-1:30 p.m., “Tumbling and Trampoline Camp” will have your cheerleader jumpin’ for joy. “Flip & Shout Camp” is June 23-25, 9 a.m. to Noon daily. This camp will teach the basics of cheerleading including tumbling, jumps, stunting, dance, cheers and chants! Camp concludes with a special cheer show for family and friends. “Splish Splash Gymnastics Camp” will be July 7-9, 9 a.m. to Noon each day. Wear your bathing suits to the gym where participants will be flipping on an imaginary beach! Enjoy fun beach games, water activities and learn to surf the waves on our balance beam! It’s Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Fantastic Gymnastics June 1-5 – Pythian July 13-17 – Pythian June 8-12 – Republic Rd. July 6-10 – Republic Rd. Super Hero June 8-12 – Pythian July 13-17 – Republic Rd. Dance Mania June 15-19 – Pythian July 20-24 – Republic Rd. Cheernastics June 22-26 – Pythian July 27-31 – Republic Rd. This Camper’s Got Talent July 6-10 – Pythian Sign up June 1-5 – Republic Rd. today!

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County Botanical Center. Or take a day trip or camp out overnight at state parks through the Outdoor Initiatives program. There’s something for everyone! See ad on page25.

Martial Arts USA - continued getting plenty of fun exercise and building lasting friendships? Martial Arts USA’s summer camps will do just that.

Here are just a few of the awesome 2015 Summer Camps being offered: Dodge Ball Camp, Ninja Camp, Spar Wars Camp, Obstacle Course Camp, Board Breaking Camp and Olympics Camp. No martial arts training is necessary for any of these camps. Only $109 per week if you enroll before May 1st. No more than 30 students in each camp and camps fill up quickly. See ad on page 24.

Sports Camps/Springfield-Greene County Park Board 1923 N. Weller • Springfield 417-864-1049 • parkboard.org Bill and Payne Stewart Golf Clinics, June 15-20 and 22-27, 8:30-10:30 a.m. each day. Two PGA Professionals host the clinics. Juniors learn basic golf fundamentals like putting, chipping, full swing, proper etiquette and course play. Juniors will play golf on our Par 3 golf course. For ages 7-15.

Horton Smith Junior Golf Clinics, June 2-6, 8-9:30 a.m. Five week options available also on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.

Learn to shoot archery – classes occur monthly and archers will learn safety parts of the bow and arrow and the fundamentals of shooting. For ages 8 and up. Valley Water Mill Park-Equestrian Center Camps for beginner, intermediate and advanced. Riders are assigned to their own horse for the week to feed, care and ride. For ages 7-15. See ad page 27.

Rick Grayson Golf Betty Allison Family Golf Center at Oscar Blom 1825 E. Norton Rd. • Springfield 417-823-7888 • rickgraysongolf.com Rick Grayson Golf has great golf camps for children ages 5-17 years. Each camp is directed by Rick Grayson, who has been voted the Mid-West Section PGA Junior golf leader for the last six years. Tri Golf (age 5-10) is for the junior who has never played. At Tri Golf, they provide the balls and clubs for the juniors. This is the only way to start your kids on golf. Another great camp is the USGA-LPGA Girls Camp (sorry, no boys). Ages are 7-17 years. If your junior golfer is playing and wants to improve, the Rick Grayson Youth Camp is a sure-fire way to improve his or her game. Rick has been conducting junior golf camps for more than 12 years. Don’t forget the birthday parties at the Betty Allison at Rivercut and the Betty Allison at Oscar Blom – they’re a very unique party place.

When you’re at the Betty Allison at Rivercut course, make sure the kids check out Betty’s Clubhouse. It’s a great, brand new playground with a golf theme and you can see it on the cover of this Kids Directory! See ad page 31.

Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center 529 S. Cavalier • Springfield 417-864-6869 • springfieldgymnastics-aquatics.com Springfield Gymnastics and Aquatics Center vaults into summer with Super Summer Camps. SGAC offers full-day camps for your school-age child and half-day camps for your 3-5 year old child. All camps include everything your child will flip over. Horseback riding? SGAC has it. Swimming? SGAC has it. Gymnastics? SGAC has it. Arts and Crafts? Disco Party? Ziplines? SGAC has all of these great activities. Dive into the most amazing summer your child will ever experience with SGAC! Awesome Adventure Preschool or SchoolAge Day Camps: SGAC has you covered. Sign up early for a Kids Directory discount! Call for dates and details. Camps start June 1 and continue through August 5. See ad page 35.

Springfield-Greene County Park Board 1923 N. Weller • Springfield (417) 837-5737 (SPARC) (417) 864-1049 (all other camps) • parkboard.org Get active this summer with SPARC day camps, ages 5-14.

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GERMAN TOUR April 11, 2015 Uplifting • Delightful • Celebration 7:30 PM Juanita K. Hammons Hall Featuring the 2014 Hellam Competition Winner Brahms - Academic Festival Overture Schumann - Symphony No. 3-Rhenish Strauss - Emperor Waltz

For tickets call 417-836-7678 or visit missouristatetix.com www.springfieldmosymphony.org CONCERT SPONSORS

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COAPRIL2015Ad:Feb. 2005 Ad FINAL

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CA$H

for your outgrown kids clothing, toys and equipment.

Bring in anytime Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weʼll put CA$H in your hand!

No appointment necessary.

50% more!

Bring this coupon for a 50% store credit bonus when you accept credit instead of cash.

Some restrictions apply.

See store for details.

This offer expires 5/31/15

1278 E. Republic Rd. • Twin Oaks Marketplace • Springfield • (417) 881-9901 Open Monday through Saturday • 10-6 & Sunday 12-4 We buy all seasons all the time and we pay cash for your gently-used items!