Springfield Kids' Directory - August 2017

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Greater Springfield

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• August 2017

Hot looks for back-to-school from Haute Tot! See ad on page 32

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Back-to-school time is a bitter sweet time for parents and children. The end of summer fun tempered with anticipating new teachers, making new friends, learning new subjects and feeling just a little bit older. This month, you have 32 pages of resources to help your family make a smooth transition back to school. Starting on page 18, you'll find contact information and start dates for area public schools.

As you head out for your back-to-school shopping, please let the merchants know you found them in Kids Directory!

– Melinda Arnold, parent and publisher

Features Kids Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 2017 Public Schools Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Amusements & Entertainment Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center . . . 7 Bass Pro Shop’s Outdoor Days . . . . . . . . . 16 Big Cedar’s Fun Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Branson Scenic Railway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Itty Bitty City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Moxie Cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Springfield-Greene Co. Park Board . . . . . . . 3 Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Childcare and Education The Goddard School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 James River Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . 19 Second Baptist Child Development Cntr.. . 14 Seriously Silly Daycare & Learning Center..31 University Child Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Westminster Parents’ Day Out . . . . . . . . . 27 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . 8 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Health & Wellness Cox Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Oxford HealthCare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Robert J. Grant Therapy Clinic . . . . . . . . . . 8 TheraCare Outpatient Services . . . . . . . . . 12 Instructional Camps, Programs & Lessons A&B Dance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Creava School for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Girls on the Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Gold Medal Gyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Holland Studios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Kindermusik by Ellen Hartman . . . . . . . . . . 18 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . 19 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . 12 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Petra Ballet Company & School of the Arts . . . . .19 Rick Grayson Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Schoolie*gigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Springfield Ballet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center . . . 7 Creava School for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Gold Medal Gyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Itty Bitty City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . 12 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Moxie Cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Petra Ballet Company & School of the Arts . . . . .19 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Rick Grayson Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Springfield-Greene Co. Park Board . . . . . . . 3 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Professional Services J Rosa Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Resale Boutiques Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale . . . . . . . . . 32 Just Between Friends Consignment Sale. . 21 Trading Hands Kids Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Restaurants Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 McDonald’s.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Contact us

Web: www.springfieldkids.com Facebook: Greater Springfield Kids Directory Twitter: spfldkidsdirectory • Pinterest: gskidsdirectory Kathy Trumbly, Web Guru and Designer Danielle Shepard, Special Features & Calendar Editor Danielle@springfieldkids.com – 417.689.0409 Robin, Danielle, Sean, Sherri, Jennifer, Kathy T., Katrina and Melinda distribute 14,000 directories each month to more than 600 locations in SW Missouri.

We have new contact info!

Melinda Arnold, Owner & Publisher

Phone: 417.848.0162 E-mail: Melinda@springfieldkids.com Mail: P.O. Box 14398 • Springfield, MO 65814

Interested in advertising?

Call Melinda at 848-0162!

Kids Directory 2017. This directory, in part or whole, is not to be reproduced or copied without written permission. The Kids Directory reserves the right to refuse any advertising for any reason. Readers should verify advertised information with advertisers. Kids Directory® is a registered trademark of Hidden Values, Inc. 214.559.7283. We are expanding our network of Kids Directories. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 1.800.960.6788. For information about advertising in The Kids Directory, call 417.848.0162 Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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

Kids Eat Free*

*or almost 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.

EVERYDAY

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

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. Beverage not included. No substitutions allowed. Dine in only.

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. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday all day. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive 1 Kidz Meal free with the purchase of one 8-inch sub, chips and fountain drink meal. Child must be present to receive a free kids Meal. For kids 11 years and younger. Not valid with other promotions, coupons and radio or TV certificates. Dine in only. Code CLU5349.

Springfield Family Restaurant - 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield - 883-0900. Get one free kids menu item with the purchase of one adult entree valued at $7 or more from 4-9 p.m. Dine in only. Not to be combined with other offers.

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 kid’s 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.

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.

King's Asian Chef - 1336 N. Glenstone Ave. - 866-5527. One child gets a free kids meal with every adult combo meal or entree purchased. They can have their choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Dine in only. Same deal on Tuesdays and Thursdays, too!

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.

Ocean Zen Pacific Rim - 600 E. Battlefield - 889-9596. For kids 8 years and younger, get one free selected kids menu item with the purchase of an adult entree from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 – Get 1 kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under from 4-10 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.

Steak ‘n Shake - 3755 S. Campbell Ave. - 882-7164, 3247 E. Battlefield - 889-7887, 1550 S. Glenstone Ave. - 887-0906, 2760 N. Glenstone Ave. - 863-9072, 1158 E. St. Louis St. - 866-6109. Get one free kids meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only.

MONDAYS

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

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.

Bair's All-American Sports Grill - 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 725-3777. 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 368-5919. 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 8662700. 1644 US Highway 60 E, Republic, 732-5077. All day, Kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regular-priced entrée. Same deal on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, too!

Buckingham's BBQ Restaurant - 606 W. Mount Vernon in Nixa - 724-2344. One free kids meal with purchase of an adult meal and tea or soft drink for ages 12 and younger, 5-9 p.m. Nixa only.

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 Tuesdays and Wednesdays, too.

Fuddruckers - 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave. – 655-1200. Get one kids meal for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult combo meal from 4 p.m.close.

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.

Pasta Express – 3025 W. Republic Rd. – 888-3048, 3250 E. Battlefield Rd. – 890-1345, 603 S. Kimbrough – 862-7833, 321 E. Battlefield Rd. – 885-0030. Kids 12 and under get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée from 3-9 p.m. Dine in only.

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.

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.

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Kids Eat Free*

*or almost free!

TUESDAYS

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, 301 Branson Landing, Branson – 417-334-4478. 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.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe - 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville - 587-8018. One child 12 and under will receive one free kids meal with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or higher. Dine in only. Not to be combined with other offers or coupons. Deal on Wednesdays and Thursdays, too.

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. Receive 1 kids meal free with the purchase of 1 adult entree for kids ages 12 & under after 4 p.m. Not to be combined with coupons or any other discounts.

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.

Moe’s Southwest Grill – 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson – 417-334-3880, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield – 417-881-0022 – All day, children 9 and younger get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Child must be present to get the deal.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 – After 4 p.m., get 1 kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under. Children get to decorate their own sugar cookie from 4-9 p.m.

Pizza Hut - Springfield – W. Sunshine & Glenstone locations. Get one free buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids 10 years and under.

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 free one kid’s meal for kids 10 and under from kid’s menu ($4.25 or less) for each adult dinner meal purchased.

Ruby Tuesday – 2725 N. Glenstone Ave. – 831-7829, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave. – 889-5866, 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson – 335-5450. After 5 p.m., Get one free kids entrée with one adult entree purchase.

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.

Dublin’s Pass - 317 Park Central East, 417-862-7625, 2767 W. Republic Rd., 877-7625. Kids 12 and under, get one free kids meal with the purchase of one adult entrée. Dine in only.

Famous Dave’s BBQ - 4406 S. Campbell Ave. - 877-8646. After 4 p.m., Kids 12 and under can get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entry.

Great American Taco Company - 2915 E. Battlefield St. - 315-8745. “Little Whiner Wednesdays” - from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. children 12 and under eat free off the kids’ menu.

Newk’s Eatery - 220 W. Battlefield Rd., 881-6395 - Kids night 3 p.m. to close. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. Get up to two kids meals with each adult meal purchase.

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

Dine in only.

Zio’s Italian Kitchen – 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield – 889-1919. Get a kids meal for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée.

Kids 12 and under. Dine in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips.

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! Hy-Vee Market Grille - 1720 W. Battlefield St. - 881-8224. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Every third Thursday they have a Knee-Hy Buffet event for kids, too!

SATURDAYS

Rosie Jo's Cafe – Ozark - 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark - 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.

Steak ‘n Shake - 3755 S. Campbell Ave. - 882-7164, 3247 E. Battlefield - 889-7887, 1550 S. Glenstone Ave. - 887-0906, 2760 N. Glenstone Ave. - 863-9072, 1158 E. St. Louis St. - 866-6109. Get one free kids meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only.

If you know of a kids deal we don’t have, or you would like to advertise your restaurant, just email Melinda@springfieldkids.com.

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Last chance for Summer Camp!

See website for details.

Space is limited.

Summer Day Camps July 31-Aug. 4 Aug. 7-11

Rick Grayson Youth Programs

$99

Junior Go Summe lf r Membe rships availab le!*

Free golf for kids! Must have an adult to supervise, call for details Nationally-recognized PGA instructor Boys & Girls Junior Golf Camps in July and August – call 823-7888 for pricing and dates Golf birthday parties available - call 823-7888

rickgraysongolf.com Betty Allison Family Golf Center at Rivercut

Nationallyrecognized instructor, Rick Grayson

*For ages 17 years and younger. Certain restrictions apply. Requires one Park Board conducted orientation clinic.

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Call to sign up for a FREE class!

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2017 Public School Info

Ash Grove/Bois D’Arc – Start date: 8/10 ashgrove.k12.mo.us – 751-2534 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Ash Grove Elementary – 751-2533 Bois D’Arc Elementary – 742-2202 Ash Grove High School – 751-2330

Forsyth – Start date: 8/17 forsythpanthers.org – 546-6384 Elementary (K-4th grade) – 546-6381 Middle School (Grades 5-8) – 546-6382 High School – 546-6383

Hollister – Start date: 8/16 hollister.k12.mo.us – 243-4000 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Elementary – 243-4025 Middle School – 243-4035 High School – 243-4045

Billings – Start date: 8/9 billings.k12.mo.us – 744-2623 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Elementary School – 744-2552 High School – 744-2551 Branson – Start date: 8/16 branson.k12.mo.us – 334-6541 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Buchanan Elementary – 243-2530 Buchanan Intermediate – 332-3201 Cedar Ridge Primary - 336-1887 Cedar Ridge Elementary – 334-5135 Cedar Ridge Intermediate – 334-5137 Junior High School – 334-3087 High School – 334-6511 Clever – Start date: 8/10 clever.k12.mo.us – 743-4800 For new student registration info, call the school your child will be attending.

Elemiddle - 743-4815 High School - 743-4830 Chadwick – Start date: 8/17 chadwick.k12.mo.us – 634-3588

Hurley – Start date: 8/10 hurley.k12.mo.us – 369-3271

Fair Grove – Start date: 8/10 fairgroveschools.net – 759-2233 Elementary – 759-2555 Middle School – 759-2556 High School – 759-2554

Marshfield – Start date: 8/17 mmjays.us – 859-2120 Nixa – Start date: 8/10 nixapublicschools.net – 875-5400 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Early Learning Center – 724-4050 Century Elementary – 724-3800 Espy Elementary – 875-5650 High Pointe Elementary – 725-1600 Mathews Elementary – 449-3110 John Thomas School of Discovery – 875-5600 Inman Intermediate – 449-3210 Summit Intermediate – 724-4000 Junior High – 875-5430 High School – 724-3500 Continues on page 20

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2017 Public School Info

Ozark – Start date: 8/15 ozark.k12.mo.us – 582-5900 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center – 582-5992 East Elementary – 582-5906 North Elementary – 582-5904 South Elementary – 582-5905 Middle School – 582-5903 West Elementary – 582-5907 Finlay River School – 582-4715 Junior High – 582-5902 High School – 582-5901

Rogersville Primary – 881-2947 Rogersville Elementary – 882-2626 Rogersville Upper Elem. – 753-2996 Middle School – 753-2896 High School – 753-2813

Reeds Spring – Start date: 8/16 wolves.k12.mo.us – 272-8173 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Reeds Spring Primary – 272-3241 Reeds Spring Elementary – 272-1735 Reeds Spring Intermediate – 272-8250 Middle School – 272-8245 High School – 272-8171 Republic – Start date: 8/10 republicschools.org – 732-3605 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Early Childhood Center – 735-3736 Lyon Elementary – 732-3630 McCulloch Elementary – 732-3620 Price Elementary – 732-3690 Schofield Elementary – 732-3610 Sweeny Elementary – 732-3670 Middle School – 732-3640 High School – 732-3650 Sparta – Start date: 8/10 sparta.k12.mo.us – 634-4284 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Elementary – 634-3223 Middle School – 634-5518 High School – 634-3224

Rogersville – Start date: 8/17 logrog.net – 753-2891 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Spokane – Start date: 8/16 spokane.k12.mo.us – 443-2200 Elementary School – 443-3361 Middle School – 443-3506 High School – 443-3502 Springfield – Start date: 8/16 springfieldpublicschoolsmo.org – 523-0000 Continues on page 22 Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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2017 Public School Info

Strafford – Start date: 8/10 straffordschools.net – 736-7000 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Elementary School – 736-7000, ext. 2200 Middle School – 736-7000, ext. 1300 High School – 736-7000, ext. 1400

Walnut Grove – Start date: 8/10 wgtigers.com – 788-2543 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Have a great school year!

Willard – Start date: 8/17 willardschools.net – 742-2584 For new student registration info, please call the school your child will be attending.

Tiger Cubs Pre-School – 840-3832 Tiger Cubs Pre-School South – 862-6308 Central Elementary– 831-4440 East Elementary – 742-4639 North Elementary– 742-2597 Orchard Hills Elementary – 869-0600 South Elementary – 862-6308 Intermediate - 742-4242 Middle School – 742-2588 High School – 742-3524

Insect-O-Rama Friday, August 18 – 6:30-9:30 p.m.

The nature center’s annual celebration of insects and the important role they play in nature returns! Insects – they fascinate us, they bug us, they surround us and they bite us, but what would a summer evening be like without them? Join insect specialists and enthusiasts for an evening devoted to discovering insects. Grab your entire family and participate in some creepy-crawly fun for all ages. No registration required. Call 888-4237 or visit for mdc.mo.gov/Springfield for more info. Carpooling is recommended.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center 4601 S. Nature Center Way • Springfield (417) 888-4237 • missouriconservation.com Building open Tues-Sat, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday Noon-5 p.m.

Area/Trails open daily, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Connect to the Nature Center by text to keep up-to-date on programs. Text “MDC Springfield” to 468311 to receive 4-8 texts a month.

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Our fall offerings include Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Conditioning, Tumbling/ Acrobatics, Drama and Creative Worship.

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6 Sunday Women Warriors of The Venues will have free haircuts, backpacks and school supplies for foster kids in Greene County from 2–4 p.m. For info, email cheyennemclean@thevenues.org or visit thevenues.org/up-coming. Farmer’s Park, 2144 E. Republic Rd., Springfield.

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7 Monday Libby Ferguson Training Center’s Summer Camps are a great introduction to horses for ages 5 and older. Learn horse care, enjoy two daily horse group riding lessons and have time for a little “horsey play,” too! Camp is Aug. 7-11 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., daily. Early drop-off and late pick-up are available. No prior experience is necessary. For cost, registration or info, call 894-8221 or visit libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com. Libby Ferguson Training Center, 3850 E. Applehill Lane, Springfield. See ad on page 12.

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.

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Now through September “America’s Road: The Journey of Route 66” traveling exhibit at the Discovery Center. Enjoy the history of America’s beloved highways with photographs, narrative, music and antiques. Free with paid admission at the Discovery Center until Sept. 30. For info, call 862-9910 or visit discoverycenter.org. Discovery Center, 438 E. St. Louis St., Springfield.

7 Monday Kanakuk KampOut is Aug. 7-11 from 8:40 a.m.-4 p.m. each day.

Enjoy a Day Kamp Adventure for boys and girls ages 5-12 with activities including a climbing wall, zip line, water slides and a glimpse of the Kanakuk overnight experience! For registration or info, call 224-7261 or visit cometokamp.com. Christ Community Church, 4224 S. Farm Rd. 115, Brookline.

1 Tuesday National Night Out, an annual community building campaign, promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, and makes our neighborhoods safer, better places to live. Visit with local police officers, firefighters and park rangers, and enjoy tennis, games and special activities from 5:30-8 p.m.

For info, call 864-1049 or visit parkboard.org. Nichols Park, 1900 W. Nichols, Springfield.

11 Friday-12 Saturday Birthplace of Route 66 Festival is the annual celebration of Springfield’s role in founding the Mother Road. Events include a car and motorcycle show, parade, vendor expo, 6.6K and 3.3K runs, outdoor movie at Jordan Valley Park, live music and more.

Friday night concert with Big and Rich and Saturday night concert with Three Dog Night. For info, call 863-9491 or visit route66festivalsgf.com. Downtown Springfield.

1 Tuesday Bon Bon's Candy House is having “emoji” candy making classes Aug. 1-5 at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., daily. All classes are $18 per person per class. Make chocolate clay, dip a caramel apple, and turn an Oreo cookie into an emoji. Ages 3 and older. For info or to reserve your spot, call 883-3900 or visit candyhousesgf.com. Bon Bon’s Candy House, 3857 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

18 Friday Insect-O-Rama, the Springfield Conservation Nature Center’s annual celebration of insects and their role in nature, returns from 6:30–9:30 p.m. Insects fascinate us, bug us, surround us and bite us; and what would a summer evening be without them? Creepycrawly fun for your entire family. No registration required. For info, call 888-4237. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.

4 Friday–26 Saturday Movies at Founders Park is a contemporary version of the drive-in theater at Springfield’s founding site. Enjoy new releases and classic movies in an outdoor setting Fridays (family night) and Saturdays (date night) through Aug. 26. Movies begin at dusk. All movies are G, PG or PG-13. Concessions available; bring lawn chairs. Details at parkboard.org/founders. Founders Park, 330 E. Water St., Springfield.

21 Monday Join the Springfield-Greene County Library District in the Solar Eclipse Viewing at MSU from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. This incredible wonder has not been seen over the continental United States since 1979. While not in the path of totality, those in Greene County may experience the eclipse at about 96 percent totality.

The MSU College of Natural and Applied Sciences invites the public to safely view the eclipse at Plaster Stadium, weather permitting. Viewing goggles will be available. Free parking on East Trafficway across from Hammons Field, with shuttles to the MSU campus. For info, visit thelibrary.org or science.missouristate.edu/SolarEclipse2017.htm.

Robert W. Plaster Stadium, 1015 E. Grand St., Springfield.

4 Friday–5 Saturday Springfield Little Theatre’s Education Department presents “Disney’s High School Musical,” based on the book by David Simpatico. Showtimes are 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 4 and 5. To purchase tickets or for info, call the Landers Theatre box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Ave., Springfield.

5 Saturday The annual Kid’Athlon is a mini-triathlon for ages 5-12 starting at 8 a.m. Swim, bike and run your way to victory in events designed for your age group. Take home a medal, T-shirt, giveaways and the pride that comes with finishing a triathlon. Pre-registration is required. For info, call 891-1500 or visit parkboard.org. Meador Sports Complex, Park and Pool, 2500 S. Fremont, Springfield.

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23 Wednesday–26 Saturday Just Between Friends consignment sale. Amazing deals on brand names for children and maternity you know and love.

Save 50-90% off retail! For info, jbfsale.com. At Fieldhouse Sports Center, 2235 W. Kingsley, Springfield. See ad on page 21.

25 Friday–26 Saturday Moxie Flix, a free monthly movie series of movies for kids to see 24

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27 Sunday You’re invited to Petra Ballet Company’s pen house, 1-4 p.m. For info, call 425-9891 or visit petraballet.com. Petra Ballet Company, 1711 W. Battlefield, Suite U, Springfield. See ad on page 19.

before they turn 13, is showing “Ponyo,” rated G. For show times or info, call 429-0800 or visit moxiecinema.com. Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

25 Friday “What's Happening to Me? A Mother/Daughter Dialogue” is a discussion of puberty presented by a registered nurse and mother for mothers and their daughters ages 10-13, 6–7:30 p.m. Registration is required. For info, call 269-5239 or visit coxhealth.com. Cox Medical Center South, Foster Auditorium, 3801 S. National Ave., Springfield.

31 Thursday Trading Hands fall/winter kids’ sale. Clothes and shoes, toys, baby furniture and items, DVDs, games and more. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Saturday (half-price day), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For info, call 496-5837 or visit tradinghands.net. At the Ozark Empire Fair E-Plex, 3001 N. Grant in Springfield. Sale dates are Aug. 31Sept. 2. See ad on page 14.

26 Saturday Family Day at the Springfield Art Museum from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Free hands-on activities and art-making for the whole family. For info, call 837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum.org. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield.

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