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Merry Christmas!

Oh, we know it’s not here just yet, but it will be in a wink! We know your budget is seriously challenged by Christmas – ours is, too! That’s why we have lots of ways to make your money go farther in this issue of Kids Directory! You can save 50 bucks on a birthday party at Incredible Pizza for starters. Use our Kids Eat Free deals if you eat out to save time – save money, too! AND, the live entertainment available this month is MAGICAL! Holiday symphony program, “Littlest Angel” at Springfield Little Theatre and of course, the Christmas tradition of “The Nutcracker.” Shop smart and have fun!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers Features

Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 2014 Holiday Gift Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Kids Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Amusements & Entertainment Branson IMAX Entertainment Center . . . . . . . . . .11 Branson Scenic Railway - Polar Express 2014 . . . .7 Glowgolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Ozarks Public Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Springfield Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Springfield Ballet - Nutcracker 2014 . . . . . . . . . . 21 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company . . . . . . . . . 3 Springfield Symphony Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Childcare and Education Developmental Center of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . .34 Developmental Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 East Sunshine MOPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 University Child Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Churches First Evangelical Free Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Grace Chapel Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . .33 Wesley United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Furniture & Decorating Chic in Pink Boutique & Party Center . . . . . . . . . 23 Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Health & Wellness Children’s Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Clinvest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Git Fit Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Mercy Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Missouri Department of Health & Senior Svcs. 38 Ozarks Christian Cancer Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . 29 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 TheraCare Outpatient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Instructional Programs & Lessons A&B Dance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . .20 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Noah’s Art Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Point Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center . . . . .19 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 New Clothing & Accessories Chic in Pink Boutique & Party Center . . . . . . . . . 23 Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies Chic in Pink Boutique & Party Center . . . . . . . . . .13 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Glowgolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . .20 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Noah’s Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company . . . . . . . . . 3 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Professional Services J Rosa Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Restaurants Chick-fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Kathy Fridge, Owner & Publisher phone: 417.234.5040 • Fax: 417.725.0013 e-mail: Kathy@springfieldkids.com mail: P.O. Box 1198 • Nixa, MO 65714 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, Dan, Sherri, Kathy and Kathy T. distribute 15,000 directories each month to more than 600 locations in SW Missouri.

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Our February 2015 issue will feature our 2015 Guide to Children’s Healthcare.

Call (417) 234-5040 if you’d like to advertise. Deadline is Jan. 9th.

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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.

EVERYDAY

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.

Chappy’s Deli - 1915 W. Marler Ln., Ozark - 581-6686. All day, kids 6 years and under eat free from the kids menu with the purchase of an adult meal. Dine in only. Closed Sundays.

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. Get one kids grill meal for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult grill meal. For children 4 to 10 years. 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 - 3811S. Campbell - 887-6600 - Purchase an adult entree, smoothie and side and get a free kids “Big Kahuna” meal for your child.

MONDAYS

Ali’s Family Restaurant - 4525 W. Chestnut Expressway - 864-7378. 5 to 9 p.m., kids meals are 99¢ with the purchase of a drink and an adult meal priced $6.99 or more. For kids 10 years and younger. Same deal on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, too!

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.

Enoch’s Barbecue and Southern Classics - 307 S. National, 865-2888. All day, get a free kids meal for each adult meal purchased. Child must be present to get deal.

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.

Rib Crib - 750 N. 18th St. - Ozark - 581-5566 - Purchase 1 adult entree and get up to 2 free kids menu meals from 5-8 p.m. Dine in only. For kids 12 and under.

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Roma’s Italian Restaurant - 911 Kenneth St., Nixa - 724-1000. Buy an adult entree, get one free kids meal from the kids meal menu all day - drink not included. Also on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For children 12 years old 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..

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.

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WEDNESDAYS

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 5798 N. Farm Road 125 • Springfield up to two kids meals with each adult meal purchase. Also, there’s (417) 742-4200 • www.sacriverstables.com 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.

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! LedgeStone Grille - 1600 LedgeStone Way in Branson West - 417-335-8187. Kids, 12 years and under eat for $1.99 off kids menu (lunch combos only) from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Limit one per customer and limit 3 per party. Dine in only.

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 Ave.- 887-6600 - Purchase an adult entree, smoothie and side item and get a free kid’s “Surfer Combo” meal for your child.

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

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Sermon Series “God With Us” Sundays in December, 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Christmas Eve Service December 24 at 6 p.m.

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Kids Night Out Friday, Dec. 12th – 7-10 p.m. $10 members, $12 non-members New session starts January 5th!

$20 off an 8-week session of gymnastics!

Expires 1-31-15.

Does not include yearly registration fee. New students only.

Holiday Open Gym & Swim Dec. 22, 23, 29, 30, 2014 January 2 & 3, 2015 10 a.m.-Noon. $5 per child!

Adult must stay to supervise.

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Moscow Ballet’s

GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER Featuring an unprecedented collaboration of dancers from Point Performing Arts and several other area dance studios!

Monday, December 8, 2014 Coming to the Gillioz Theatre in Springfield.

For tickets, call 417.863.9491 or go to gillioz.org/great-russian-nutcracker for tickets.

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Ask about our new Superstars classes for special needs children!

Register for classes in December and your registration fee will be waived! $15 value.

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Why have a party at Jump Mania?

• Largest Inflatable Park in southwest Missouri • Party packages that are stress-free for parents • 417 Magazine’s Best Place to Have a Kid’s Birthday Party • Different packages to fit your budget and online booking • No need to worry about the weather • It’s a BLAST at Jump Mania!

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for a family of four ($2 for each family member after 4).

The price includes breakfast, visit with Santa and more.

For more info, call 417-581-7002, ext. 2005 or visit ozarkmissouri.com. Ozark Community Center – 1530 W. Jackson St., Ozark.

6 Saturday Rogersville is hosting its Christmas Parade and Chili Cookoff at 2 p.m. Chili, pictures with Santa and more after the parade at the Upper Elementary School – 306 S. Mill St., Rogersville. For more info and a parade map, visit rogersvillechamber.com.

7 Sunday Santa is making his way through the Ozarks on the Santa Train. He will be in Hollister from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Historic Train Depot on Downing Street. Info, visit hollisterchamber.net.

7 Sunday The annual Nixa Christmas Parade is celebrating 60 years with “Past to Present: 6 Decades of Celebrating a Nixa Christmas.” Starts at 2 p.m. at Nixa Community Center, 701 N. Taylor Way. For more info, visit nixaparks.com.

7 Sunday Branson’s annual Adoration Parade starts at 5:30 p.m. Watch the largest nativity scene in Missouri light up over Lake Taneycomo. Info and map, see downtownbranson.org.

8 Monday Enjoy a rare opportunity to see the Moscow Ballet perform the “Great Russian Nutcracker” in Springfield at the Gillioz Theatre, downtown Springfield. Point Performing Arts and several other local dance studios have come together for an unprecedented collaboration of dancers to complete the performance. For tickets, call 863-9491 or go to gillioz.org/great-russian-nutcracker. See ad on page 25.

12 Friday Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center’s annual Holiday Kids Night Out, 7-10 p.m. Just $10 for members, $12 for non-members. Kids will have a blast jumping, running, swimming and bouncing for three hours while you can go shopping or have a quiet dinner. Call to reserve your child’s spot. Located at 529 S. Cavalier, Springfield. Info – springfieldgymnastics-aquatics.com or call. See ad page 19.

13 Saturday Santa will be at the RecPlex in Branson today for breakfast! Enjoy pancakes, sausage, orange juice, milk and coffee. Children can meet Santa and share their Christmas list with him. Santa will have a gift for each child. Register early, space is limited. Two sessions - 8:30 a.m. or 10 a.m.

Cost $5 per person. Bring your camera! Info or to register, visit bransonparksandrecreation.com. Located at 1500 Branson Hills Parkway, Branson.

13 Saturday Join Santa for a pancake breakfast, crafts and a special gift from Santa himself at The X Center, 8-9:30 a.m. Cost is $20 per couple and $10 additional person. 4x6 and 5x7 photss will be available for purchase. Info, visit nixaparks.com. Nixa Community Center – 701 N. Taylor Way, Nixa.

CALENDAR 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.

December 2014 Now through December 16 McDonald's locations across the Ozarks are hosting the seventh annual "Cans for Coffee" food drive. Donate a non-perishable food item to any local area McDonald's through Dec.16 and receive a free small McCafe beverage! Info, visit ozarksfoodharvest.org. See ad page 32.

Now through December 31 The magic of miniature landscapes and moving model trains transforms the Botanical Center Atrium into a holiday wonderland! Stop by and see the Ozark Garden Railway Society Holiday Train Garden Display anytime this month. Hours are Mon-Sat, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Info, call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org.

Botanical Center – 2400 S. Scenic.

Now through December 22 Take a magical round-trip journey to the North Pole on “The Polar Express” Train Ride! You'll get to meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. “The Polar Express” departs at the historic 1906 depot in downtown Branson. Departure times, pricing, reservations and all the details are available at bransontrain.com or call 1-800-287-2462. Branson Scenic Railway, 206 E. Main St., Branson. See ad on page 7.

5 Friday Drive through the farm and see Christmas displays featuring more than 10,000 lights! Candy Cane Lane will be open Friday and Saturday nights, Dec. 5-20, 5-8 p.m. Cost is $3 per vehicle. Info, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park is located at 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield.

5 Friday through 14 Sunday Celebrate the Christmas season with a holiday favorite – "The Littlest Angel." Springfield Little Theatre will bring to life a classic Christmas story based on Charle Tazewell's book. The story follows the misadventures of the Littlest Angel. For tickets, show times or info, call the box office at 417-869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Landers Theatre is located at 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 36.

6 Saturday Enjoy a morning of holiday crafts, breakfast and special performances of The Nutcracker by Springfield Ballet at Breakfast with Santa and The Nutcracker! The fun begins at 8 a.m., and this year’s host is Tom Trtan from KOLOR 10. Adults are $10 and children 12 and under are $8.

Advanced reservations are required. For more info and to register, call 862-1343. Battlefield Mall, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave. in Springfield. See ad on page 21.

6 Saturday Bring the kids to see Santa Claus and enjoy a delicious breakfast at The OC, 8-11 a.m. Cost is $5 per person, $15 Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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13 Saturday Families are invited to join the Springfield Symphony Orchestra for a free concert today, 2:30 p.m. "Home for the Holidays” features great holiday music during annual Ozarks Christmas tradition! Info, visit springfieldmosymphony.org.

Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy. in Springfield. See ad page 35.

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13 Saturday Don't miss Springfield’s Downtown Christmas Parade – "The Christmas Express," 2-4 p.m. Features 60 floats, marching bands and Santa Claus! Info and map, call Urban Districts Alliance at 831-6200 or visit itsalldowntown.com.

14 Sunday Far from the malls, enjoy the subtle winter landscape and holiday exhibits at the Botanical Center Noon-4 p.m. The kids can visit Santa and other free kid’s activities. Bring your camera! All ages are welcome (some activities have a small fee). Info, call 417-891-1515 or visit parkboard.org.

Botanical Center, 400 S. Scenic, Springfield.

18 Thursday through 21 Sunday Celebrate Springfield Ballet’s tradition as it performs “The Nutcracker” at Landers Theatre! Only six shows, so don’t miss out on new party scene costumes and special guests playing the roles of Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier!

Tickets, call 869-1334 or visit landerstheatre.org. Info, call 862-1343 or springfieldballet.org. See ad on page 21.

18 Thursday Join the Dan Kinney Family Center for a special family holiday party for ages K-grade 5 from 5-8 p.m. Have fun cookie decorating, ornament making and holiday-themed games. Cost is $7 per child members and $10 per child non-members. Parents are admitted for free. Info, call 417-891-1500 or visit parkboard.org. Dan Kinney Park and Family Center, 2701 S. Blackman Rd., Springfield.

19 Friday School is out for the holidays and Noah’s Art Center invites children ages 3-11 to join them for “Crafty Christmas,” 4-6 p.m. Children will create several crafts and ornaments that they can give as gifts. $25 per child. Info, visit noahsartofspringfield.com. Located at 2742 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad page 8.

20 Saturday Create Christmas-themed crafts focusing on the Christmas story at Noah’s Art Center’s “Reason for the Season Workshop,” 10 a.m.-Noon! For kids ages 3-11 years. $25 per child. Info, visit noahsartofspringfield.com. See ad page 8.

20 Saturday and 21 Sunday Credo Dance Academy presents “Cosmic Christmas” – an adaption of "An Angel's Story" by Max Lucado. Show times are Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.

Discount pricing is available for groups of 10 or more. Info, call 417-496-9527 or visit credodance.com. Parkview Theatre, 516 W. Meadowmere, Springfield. See ad page 17.

22 Monday and 23 Tuesday Get your last minute shopping done while the kids have fun at Dynamics Gymnastics Drop-N-Shop! Cost is $20 for 4 hours, and includes pizza and drink, games, crafts and movies. Drop-N-Shop is available Dec. 22 and 23, 4-8 p.m. at both Dynamics Gymnastics locations – 2100 E. Pythian and 3624 W. Republic Rd in Springfield. Info, call 417-890-0946 or visit dynamics-gymnastics.com. See ad on page 25.

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25 Thursday Merry Christmas to you and yours from Kids Directory!

Enjoy your family today.

31 Wednesday First Night Springfield is an annual New Year's Eve tradition that takes place in multiple venues in downtown Springfield.

Event is family-friendly event with activities, live performances and a fireworks finale at midnight. For more info, visit firstnightspringfield.org.

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Parents Night Out! Saturday, December 13th

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A fun day of crafts, snacks, games and a movie while parents enjoy a well-deserved day out. Spots are limited, so please pre-register your children at uhbc.org or give us a call.

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Please join us Christmas Eve! Thursday, December 24 5 p.m. Service Family-friendly Enjoy our Christmas program “Unfrozen.”

Free childcare provided for infant through 4-year-olds!

7 p.m. Service Traditional candlelight service

First Evangelical Free Church 5500 S. Southwood Rd. Highway 65 & Evans Road 417.889.9445 • firstefc.com

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December 18-24 Spend $25, Get $10* FREE! All gently-used resale merchandise toys ... clothing ... games ... accessories ... furnishings ... and more!

$10 to spend on next visit to store. Other restrictions may apply. See store for details.

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 kids stuff!