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Happy Summer, Families!

We’re delighted that you picked up this issue of Kids Directory. Lots of good stuff in here for families planning a busy summer. Hate to spoil the fun, but school is just around the corner. So we’ve compiled a list of the best childcare facilities, preschools, private schools and after school programs to help save you valuable time as you search for the right place to entrust your children. Remember to tell them you found them in Kids Directory!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers Features

Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 2015 Education & Childcare Guide . . . . . . . .18 Kids Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Whole Child Learning Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Glowgolf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Kidz Creative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . . .14 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Sky Zone Springfield Indoor Trampoline Park . . . . .5 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Whole Child Learning Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Professional Services Isabel’s House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 J Rosa Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Restaurants Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Chick-fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Amusements & Entertainment Branson Scenic Railway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Dickerson Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Dogwood Canyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Glow Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Moxie Cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Ozarks Public Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Sky Zone Springfield Indoor Trampoline Park . . . . .5 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Springfield Lasers Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Childcare and Education Child Care Aware of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Developmental Center of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . .27 Discovery Garden Montessori School . . . . . . . . .39 Greenwood Laboratory School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 James River Preschool & Kindergarten . . . . . . . . .19 Kids of Creation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Kerri’s Kidsville/Babyville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Parents Cooperative Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Second Baptist Child Development Center . . . . .27 University Child Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Churches University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . .30 Fundraisers Step Up For Down’s Syndrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Kathy Fridge, Owner & Publisher Furniture & Decorating phone: 417.234.5040 • Fax: 417.725.0013 Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 e-mail: Kathy@springfieldkids.com Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 mail: P.O. Box 1198 • Nixa, MO 65714 Hair Cuts & Salons web: www.springfieldkids.com Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . .20 facebook: Greater Springfield Kids Directory Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 twitter: spfldkidsdirectory • pinterest: gskidsdirectory Health & Wellness Kathy Trumbly, Web Guru and Designer Breath of Life Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Danielle Shepard, Special Features & Calendar Editor Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Danielle@springfieldkids.com – 417.689-0409 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Robin, Danielle, Sean, Dan, Sherri, Kathy T. and Kathy.

Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 distribute 15,000 directories each month to more Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 than 600 locations in SW Missouri.

TheraCare Outpatient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Instructional Programs & Lessons A&B Dance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Just call Kidz Creative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Kumon Math & Reading Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Kathy at Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . . .14 234-5040.

Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Rick Grayson Junior Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Schoolie Gigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Kids Directory 2015. 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 417.234.5040.

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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

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 4-7 eat for .99¢ and ages 8-12 eat for $2.99. 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.-3 p.m.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 – Get one 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 $8 spent.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell - 887-6600 - Purchase an adult full size food item and adult smoothie and get a free kids food item and drink. 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.

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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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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. Children get to decorate their own sugar cookie from 4-9 p.m.

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

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. Dine in only. Wednesdays, too!

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 11.

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!

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! See ad on page 7.

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.

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 $8 spent.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell - 887-6600 - Purchase an adult full size food item and adult smoothie and get a free kids food item and drink. 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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Rick Grayson Youth Programs

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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 June, 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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Does your child love music?

Free Class on Saturday, August 8th at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Registration is required.

Don't delay, call today!

Call today to learn more!

417.425.4618 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.

childrensmusicacademy.org For info or to enroll, call Donna at 417.425.4618 or email Charissaf@childrensmusicacademy.org.

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Creative play-based drama classes for ages 18 months to 12 years

(or King)? Mommy & Me Classes • Themed Workshops to Send theitmh us! play w

6-week Sessions • Summer Camps Register and Pay Online • Space is Limited

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Christy Devall Certified Instructor

314.606.1139 kidzcreative.org Now Enrolling for Summer & Fall!

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Summer Wrangler Worship Camps!

Visit our website for SUMMER camp dates!

Climate-controlled party room L Horses, tack, helmets & equipment L Indoor riding arena L Supervised by CHA certified instructors L CHA-accredited facility L Family-friendly fun!

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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

Little Blessings Preschool

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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7 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Ministry of Springfield First Free Will Baptist Church Little Blessings Preschool does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in admissions policies.

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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.

July 2015 Now through September 6 Kids Bowl Free at Andy B's all summer long, May 1 through Sept.

6. Kids can get up to two free games everyday! All you have to do is sign your child up online. Details at kidsbowlfree.com/andyb springfield. For info, call 883-1234. 1127 E. Battlefield, Springfield.

Now through August 6 Summer Kids Series at the Palace Theatre sponsored by your area McDonald’s. Bring your McDonald's receipt and get in FREE! All movies are rated PG and are on Wednesdays and Thursdays through Aug. 6. Show times are at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For info and movie list, call 875-6200 or visit palacemovies.com/spring field/index.asp. 2220 W. Chesterfield Blvd., Springfield. See ad on page 32.

3 Friday Celebrate Independence Day a day early at Branson Landing's annual Liberty Light Up presented by Convoy of Hope, 6 p.m. The night will include a concert featuring Christian artist Sandy Patty and the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. Evening concludes with choreographed fireworks display over Lake Taneycomo after 10 p.m.

For info, visit bransonlanding.com. 100 Branson Blvd., Branson.

4 Saturday HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY TO YOU AND YOURS! 4 Saturday The City of Fordland invites your family to its 4th of July Celebration. Enjoy a parade starting at 5 p.m., booths, food and fireworks at dusk. For more info, visit cityoffordland.com.

4 Saturday Join the City of Hollister for its annual Fireworks Celebration at Chad A. Fuqua Memorial Park. Event begins at 6 p.m. with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. for an amazing fireworks show. Food and drinks will be available, so bring your blankets and lawn chairs. For info, visit cityofhollister.com. 312 Esplanade Dr., Hollister.

4 Saturday Life360 Freedom Fest is tonight featuring a large fireworks display.

Admission to the event is free. Gates open at 6 p.m. and fireworks are at 9 p.m. For more info, visit facebook.com/life360freedomfest.

Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave., Springfield.

4 Saturday Nixa Parks and Recreation and Harter House Nixa present Sky High 4th of July featuring inflatables, face painting, music, food, lip sync battle and of course – fireworks! Gates open at 4:30 p.m. and activities are from 5-8 p.m. For more info, call 725-5486 or visit nixaparks.com. Located between High Pointe and Summit Intermediate schools, 900 N. Cheyenne Rd., Nixa.

5 Sunday Military Appreciation Day at the Zoo! Dickerson Park Zoo is offering free admission for active military families with military ID today, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. General admission is $11/adults and teens, $8/children ages 3-12 years. For info, call 864-1800 or visit Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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dickersonparkzoo.org. Located at 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield.

See ad on page 33.

10 Friday and 11 Saturday Movies at Founders Park will begin this weekend and continue through Aug. 29 on Fridays and Saturdays. A contemporary version of the drive-in theater at Springfield’s founding site. Enjoy new releases and classic movies in an outdoor setting. Fridays are Family Night and Saturdays are Date Night. All movies are G, PG or PG13. Movies are free with a ticket, $5 at the gate. Family 4-packs are available at Chesterfield, Dan Kinney and Doling Family Centers, Mediacom Ice Park, Mediacom Corporate Offices and Busch Municipal Building. For info, call 866-7444 or visit parkboard.org.

330 E. Water St., Springfield.

11 Saturday The annual Butterfly Festival is a free and fun celebration of butterflies centered around the Dr. Roston Butterfly House, presented

by Friends of the Garden, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy hands-on activities, a caterpillar petting zoo, artists, workshops and butterfly plant vendors. For more info, call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org.

Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield.

13 Monday-16 Thursday University Heights Baptist Church invites children entering kindergarten through grade 5 to their Vacation Bible School – “Everest: Conquering Challenges with God's Mighty Power.” VBS is July 1316 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration available online – deadline is July 10. Please call the church at 862-0789 or go to their website at uhbc.org for more details. 1010 S. National., Springfield. See ad on page 30.

13 Monday-16 Saturday Grace Chapel Church invites your children to its Vacation Bible School - “Get Schooled: The Parables of Jesus.” VBS is July 13-16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. for children ages 3-12 years. Dinner is provided. For info, call 887-5625 or visit gracechapelchurch.org. Registration is available online. 1120 E. Plainview Rd., Springfield.

13 Monday-17 Friday Children ages 4 years through grade 6 are invited to First Evangelical Free Church for its Vacation Bible School – “Camp Kilimanjaro: An Epic Expedition through the Book of Proverbs.” VBS is July 13-17, 9 a.m.-Noon. For info, call the church at 889-9445 or visit firstefc.com. 5500 S. Southwood Rd., Springfield.

14 Tuesday It’s Cow Appreciation Day and what better way to show your appreciation by joining Chick-fil-A on South Glenstone, 5-8 p.m!

You can join in on the fun and even get a free meal by dressing up as a cow from head to hoof. If you wear a patterned outfit, you will get a free entree. If you need some ideas, take a look at their website under the photo section or you can also go to cowappreci ationday.com and print off cow parts to attach to your costume!

Don't forget your camera! For info, visit cfarestaurant.com/glenstone. 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 11.

17 Friday-18 Saturday The Springfield Little Theatre Summer Institute Presents "Disney's Cinderella Kids.” Cost is $8 for adults and $6 for children 14 and under. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. both days. For tickets or info, call the box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 37.

18 Saturday Join Dickerson Park Zoo for Pancakes in the Park from 7-10 a.m.

Feast with the beasts on pancakes and sausages prepared by Village Inn Restaurants at the zoo's Bush Country Cafe. Breakfast $5/adult and $4/child. Zoo hours are from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $11/adults and teens, $8/children 3-12 years. "Early Bird" admission discount from 7-9 a.m. Info, call 864-1800 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 33.

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See ad on page 25.

28 Tuesday It's Princess Night at Chick-fil-A on South Glenstone, 5-8 p.m!

Girls, come dressed as a princess and get your hair, nails and make-up done. Have a tea party with a princess. Boys can come dressed up as a prince or a knight and make a sword or a shield.

Face painting, too. King Cow and Princess Cow will also be there!

For more info, visit cfarestaurant.com/glenstone. 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 11.

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30 Thursday The Whole Child Learning Company is having CSI Camp for ages 7-12; Noon-4 p.m. Kids will learn CSI skills such as fingerprinting, footprint molds, decoding, invisible ink and much more. After the skills are developed, participants will go on an intense scavenger hunt in order to solve the “case.” For info or to register, call 5696887, email a.wubbena@wholechild.com or visit wowcamps.com.

This camp will be at Harmony Baptist Church, 5105 MO-125, Rogersville. See ad on page 3.

Be our guest at our FREE, FUN

Moxie Mornings will return in the fall!

At 10 a.m. for kids 2-6 years, at Moxie Cinema 305 S. Campbell Ave. • #101 Springfield • moxiecinema.com Downtown. Crafts, snacks and Park FREE in the College Station animated shorts.

Parking Garage next door! •

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417.742.3626 • 417.838.1385 • muralsbysherridavis.com

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Pancakes in the Park Saturday, July 18 Pancake and sausage breakfast at Dickerson Park Zoo’s café, benefiting zoo programs.

Breakfast is served from 7-10 a.m. Cost for breakfast is in addition to zoo admission.

Discounts for FOZ members!

Brought to you by

Dickerson Park Zoo 1401 W. Norton Road 417-864-1800 www.dickersonparkzoo.org

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Physicals for Summer Sports

Call 888-6420 today to schedule your child’s physical!

Only $20!

Hawkins Family Chiropractic In Glenstone Square I 1722 S. Glenstone, Ste. F Springfield, Missouri I (417) 888-6420

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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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Not to be combined with any other offers. Exp. 8-15-15

417.881.JUMP 2745 S. Kansas Expressway JumpManiaSpringfield.com

FREE installation with purchase throughout JULY 2015!

“The best quality swing sets in the Ozarks!”

www.417kids.com • 417.725.7517

RECREATION LLC

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Come visit our showroom at 147 E. Hwy. CC, Ste. G in Nixa.

Try before you buy!

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CREDO DANCE ACADEMY UPHOLDING EXCELLENCE FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

SUMMER CLASSES Our summer 2015 classes conclude with one last session in July. It is a 4-week session. Classes are designed for students ages 3 years to adult.

Session dates: July 7-30.

Enrolling now for Fall 2015!

kate@credodance.com S (417) 496-9527 S www.credodance.com

Your kids will flip for our Dynamic Birthday Parties!

Summer Class Savings!

Pay registration fee and 1st month, get 2nd month FREE! $45 value. New students only. Exp. 8/1/15

Party with us!

Enroll now for Summer Camps!

8 a.m. to Noon or extended camp until 5 p.m. Space is limited, so call today for information or registration.

417.890.0946

Dynamics Gymnastics • 2100 E. Pythian • dynamicsgymnastics@yahoo.com Dynamics South/ICON Cheer • 3624 W. Republic Rd. • www.dynamics-gymnastics.com

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Now enrolling for 2015-16!

Like us on Facebook for the latest in family-friendly fun, specials sales and deals! facebook.com/SpringfieldKids

Now enrolling for Fall!

4 Preschool Classes 2.5 to 3.5 years - M, W, F 3.5 to 5 years - T, Th Come one day or all!

Preschool Reading 4 Ages 2 to 5 years

Tutoring & Enrichment Ages 18 mo. to 3rd grade 44444444444444444

Toddler Community – 16 mos.-3 yr.

Primary – 3 years – Kindergarten Early Elementary – 1st-3rd Grade

417-839-6819 1944 E. Sunshine 4 Springfield schooliegigs@gmail.com www.schooliegigs.blogspot.com

1515 S. National Avenue At National Avenue Christian Church 417.631.4590 • info@dgmontessori.org www.DGMONTESSORI.org

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DOES YOUR BUDGET NEED FIRST AID? Bring this coupon in for a

60% STORE CREDIT bonus when you accept credit instead of cash. Bring in anytime Mon-Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. No appointment needed. We buy all seasons all year!

Some restrictions apply. See store for details. Offer expires 8/31/15

Sell your gently-used kids’ stuff to us to get CASH or 60% more in store credit!

It’s as simple as that.

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!