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Hello Families!

School’s almost out – are you ready? If you aren’t, there’s still time to jump online and go to springfieldkids.com to our Summer Guide. You’ll find dance, art, horses, zoo animals, martial arts and more – plenty to keep your kids learning and having fun this summer. While you’re there, check out our 2015 list of Vacation Bible Schools and our list of area community pools (including their hours and pricing. This issue is packed full of the best businesses in southwest Missouri who cater to families.

Enjoy!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers Features

Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Kids Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Amusements & Entertainment Dickerson Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Dogwood Canyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Glow Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Midland Railway - Day out with Thomas 2015 . . .19 Moxie Cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Ozarks Public Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Sky Zone Springfield Indoor Trampoline Park . . . . .5 Springfield Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Springfield Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Trail of Tears Remembrance Celebration . . . . . . . 14 Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Childcare and Education Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Developmental Center of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . .29 Developmental Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Greenwood Laboratory School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Kids of Creation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Whole Child Learning Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Churches University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Fundraisers On Angels’ Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Furniture & Decorating Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Health & Wellness Breath of Life Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Ozarks Christian Cancer Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . .23 Mercy Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Safe Kids Springfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 TheraCare Outpatient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Instructional Programs & Lessons A&B Dance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Girl Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Kidz Creative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . . .31 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Point Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Rick Grayson Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Springfield Ballet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Springfield Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics . . . . . . . . . 25 Wonders of Wildlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Glow Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Kidz Creative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . . . . .31 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Point Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Sky Zone Springfield Indoor Trampoline Park . . . . .5 Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Professional Services J Rosa Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Mothers of Multiples Spring Sale . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Restaurants Fundraisers Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Chick-fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Summer Camps Camp Invention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Girl Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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.

Our June Kids Directory will feature our summer birthday party guide. The July issue will feature our guide to child care, preschools, private schools and after-school care. If you’d like to know more about advertising in Kids Directory, call Kathy at 234-5040 or email kathy@springfieldkids.com.

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

Kids Eat Free*

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

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

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

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

HuHot - 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield - 882-0300. Children ages 4-10 eat for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult grill meal. Children ages 3 years and younger eat free everyday! Dine in only.

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

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

SUNDAYS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 entrée and smoothie and get a free Little Surfer Kids Meal for your child. You can add a kid’s smoothie for $1.

MONDAYS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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Accepting Registration now for our Fall Classes.

Don’t delay, call today!

Children’s Music Academy teaches piano and keyboard playing, singing, harmony, note reading, ear training, rhythm, composition, ensemble playing, recorder and guitar in a fun, positive and creative atmosphere. Weekly 1-hour group classes for children 3 to 9 years.

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

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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 – All day, 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 years 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.

WEDNESDAYS

Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders - 4560 S. Campbell Ave. - 720-4414. Get a child's menu item for just $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entree. Dine in only, 5-8 p.m. Children 12 years and younger. Don't forget their Build Your Own Pizza Night on Tuesday evenings, 5-8 p.m! See ad on page 7.

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

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

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

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

THURSDAYS

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

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

SATURDAYS

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

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

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

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

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 entrée and smoothie and get a free Little Surfer Kids Meal for your child. You can add a kid’s smoothie for $1.

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

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

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2015 Schedule

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

Tumble Time July 20-24 – Pythian June 15-19 – Republic Rd. Super Silly Sports July 27-31 – Pythian June 22-26 – Republic Rd.

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Space is limited – call 890-0946 to reserve your camps today!

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May 16 – 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

May 17 – 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

At Cherokee Trail of Tears Park 5434 S. Tower Drive Battlefield, Missouri Opening Ceremony Featuring the Seminole Nation Honor Guard Free Family Fun Concessions Chuck Wagon Old Time Sodas Golden & Bald Eagle Presentation by Dickerson Park Zoo Saturday is Armed Forces Day Oklahoma Fancy Dancers Many Distinguished Native American Guests including Larry Sellers, “Cloud Dancing” from “Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman” National Cherokee Youth Choir Lectures Demonstrations

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Be our guest at our FREE, FUN 305 S. Campbell Ave. • #101 Springfield • moxiecinema.com Park FREE in the College Station Parking Garage next door! •

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Bike Safety Use your head, wear a helmet!

Approximately 140 children are killed and 275,000 are injured as bicyclists each year.

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Wear an appropriate helmet that meets CPSC standards when cycling, skating, skateboarding or riding a scooter.

Have your children do a head-to-toe check before getting on their bikes.

HEAD – wear a properly fitted helmet Inspect bikes to make sure they are appropriate size, with reflectors, working brakes and tires that are properly inflated.

BODY – wear light or bright colored clothing to ensure drivers can see them TOE – wear tennis shoes or shoes that cover the toes completely and will not slide off their feet

It’s important to hear vehicles and

Obey traffic signals and lights, using appropriate hand signs when turning.

others on the road, so leave your headphones at home while riding your bike.

Children under the age of 10 should ride on sidewalks, driveways or designated paths.

Buy a helmet that fits your child NOW, not one they will grow into. Helmets come in various sizes, just like hats!

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Call us today for an appointment or visit our website for more information!

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Present this coupon to save $1 on the all-day admission wristband for up to 4 people.

Now enrolling for summer classes!

Admission without coupon is just $5 per person age 3 and up.

• Admission gets all day access to the event and 15 game tickets • Springfield Little Theatre performing live at 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

• Superhero skit and games at 1:45 p.m. (including Batman, Iron Man, Bat Girl and more) • Princess game party with As You Wish Princess Parties at 4:30p (Cinderella, Tinker Bell, the Snow Queen & Princess, and The Little Mermaid

We have openings for preschool through 3rd grade for the summer months!

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Spend your summer with Springfield Art Museum!

Design your child’s summer activities to enrich and encourage creativity! Sibling discounts available, too!

Summer 2015 Art Camps Campers will experiment with a variety of art materials and ideas! Sessions will include pottery, painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, building and more for kids ages 5 -10. Full- and half-day options available.

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June 2-5 – Ancient Worlds June 9-12 – All Things Bright and Beautiful July 14 -17 – Look Out for Art! July 21-24 – Change Your World

Register by mail or in person at the museum.

Space is limited, so act soon!

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Hang with us this All our camps include gymnastics, horseback riding, swimming, arts & crafts, zipline, disco party and much, much more!

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Looking to connect to a great Preschool or Kindergarten?

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CREDO DANCE ACADEMY UPHOLDING EXCELLENCE FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

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

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

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Teaching Excellence, Elegance and Etiquette through Ballet and timeless principles. This program is for young girls ages 4-10 years. Cost is $140.

SUMMER CLASSES Our summer 2015 classes are in June and July. Enroll in one or both sessions!

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

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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.

May 2015 1 Friday Children 5 and older are welcome to join Dynamics Gymnastics’ Pythian location, 2100 E. Pythian St. in Springfield, for May’s Minions Madness Parents Night Out featuring "Despicable Me" and Despicable Me 2," 10-6 p.m. Cost is $15 plus tax. For more info or to reserve your spot, call 890-0946 or visit dynamics-gymnastics.com. May’s Minions Madness Parents Night Out will be at the south location, 3624 W. Republic Rd. in Springfield, on Friday, May 8, too! See ad on page 12.

1 Friday & 2 Saturday The Springfield Little Theatre Education Series presents “Sticks & Stones” – a collection of short plays on bullying featuring a short play by George Halitzka and work by area students. It is in conjunction with Springfield Little Theatre’s play writing contest. There are only three shows, Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are only $5 for everyone. For tickets or more info, call the box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Shows are at Jarrett Middle School Auditorium, 840 S. Jefferson, Springfield. See ad on page 27.

2 Saturday Republic Parks and Recreation and CoxHealth Fitness Centers are hosting their annual May Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. The 5K starts at 8 a.m. and the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk starts at 8:05 a.m. The Fun Run/Walk is free and all participants will receive a ribbon when they finish. You can pre-register for the 5K now through May 1 for $20 and children (14 and under) for $15. If you register the day of the race adults are $25 and children (14 and under) are $20. For info and registration, visit republicmo.com or coxhealth.com.

Republic Community Center, 711 E. Miller Rd., Republic.

2, 16 & 30 – Saturdays Take your 2 to 6-year-old to Moxie Mornings! You both will enjoy crafts, snacks and rarely seen animated shorts from amazing animators from all over the world. Event is free and so very fun! Moxie Cinema is located at 305 S. Campbell Ave., Ste. 101 in Springfield.

You can park in the College Station parking garage for free, too.

Drive just past the Moxie and turn into the garage. Next month, Kids Directory will be the sponsor on June 27th! See ad page 20.

2 Saturday Families are invited to join Christian County Optimist Club, 9 a.m.1 p.m. to learn how to keep children safe with bike helmet fittings and demos from area agencies. Bring your bicycle and helmet to see if it fits properly and take a ride through the bicycle safety course. Free helmets and a chance to win a bike. Sponsored by Mercy Trauma Center, Christian County Optimist's Club, Walmart Nixa, Mercy Clinic-Nixa and Safe Kids Springfield. For more info, call 743-2136 or visit ccoptimist.org. OTC Richwood Valley Campus – 3369 W. Jackson St., Nixa.

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2 Saturday & 3 Sunday The largest fine arts festival in Southwest Missouri is this weekend – Artsfest on Walnut St. The festival features original art from artists across the country, live performances, food and a kids’ hands-on area. Artfest is Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cost is $5 at the gate and free for children 5 and under. For info, visit springfieldartsfest.org. Located on Walnut St. between John Q. Hammons Parkway. and National Avenue.

10 Sunday Happy Mother’s Day! 10 Sunday It’s MOMS Appreciation Day at Children’s Orchard, 1278 E. Republic Rd., Springfield. Moms get 25% off all resale clothing today only. Store is open Noon to 4 p.m. today. See ad on back cover.

10 Sunday It’s Mother’s Day at Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd. Free admission for all mothers throughout the day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular zoo admission: $11/adults and teens, $8/children ages 3-12 and seniors 60+. For info, visit dickersonparkzoo.org or call 864-1800.

See ad on page 37.

11 Monday Take a special trip back to Thomas’ very first adventure! Ozarks Public Television will be showing “Thomas & Friends: The Adventure Begins” at 3 p.m. Thomas discovers a new world, explores his new home and meets friends. All new episodes will follow this onehour movie during the week. For more info, visit optv.org. See ad on page 18.

16 Saturday & 17 Sunday The two-day Trail of Tears Remembrance Celebration is at the Cherokee Trail of Tears Park, located at 5434 S. Tower Dr. in Battlefield. A jam-packed celebration of the Native American culture and arts. Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lectures, demonstrations, Native American Dancers and many distinguished Native American Guests. Too many activities to list here! Call Robert Tallbird at 417.224.9194 or see the ad on page 14 for more info.

16 Saturday The Springfield-Greene County Library District is kicking off their 2015 Summer Reading Program for kids 19 months-grade 5. From super heroes to everyday heroes, celebrate many types of heroes and their stories this summer, May 16-Aug. 8. Stop by your nearest library branch or the mobile library to pick up an official game board. Read and complete the hero-worthy activities to win a book, a Fine Waiver Card and a Food ‘n’ Fun Flipcard of free or discounted items and admission offers. The Library has a summer reading program for teens and adults, too. There are Summer Reading Program Kick-Off events at Republic, Strafford, Fair Grove, Library Center, Library Station and Midtown Carnegie Branch Library districts today. Check out all the details at thelibrary.org.

19 Tuesday It’s Mother-Daughter Garden Night at Chick-fil-A on south Glenstone, Springfield. This girls-only evening is a great way for mothers and daughters to make new memories. Gardening fun, crafts, photos – and of course those Chick-fil-A cows! Hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Go to cfarestaurant.com/glenstone for info. See ad page 13.

20 Wednesday Summer Day Camp begins at The Salvation Army. The camp is May 20-August 12 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. for pre-k through entering grade 7. Cost is only $80 per week and includes all meals, activities and field trips. They also have volunteer opportunities available for teens ages 15-18. For more info, call 862-5509 ext. 113. Salvation Army, 1701 W. Chestnut Expressway, Springfield.

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This is a great opportunity to get them ready in a fun and educational way at TheraCare Outpatient Services Stay and Play Kindergarten Readiness Camp. Fun new themes each week! This session is May 26-June 12 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-11 a.m.

Cost is $25 per day or $150 per three week session. For info or to register, call 417-890-4656 or visit theracareozarks.com. TheraCare Outpatient Services, 3023 S. Fort Ave., Suite B, Springfield. See ad on page 12.

26 Tuesday TheraCare Outpatient Services is offering Mommy and Me Speech and Language Classes for moms and their children ages 12-24 months. This session is May 26-June 12 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-Noon. These classes are for moms to enjoy special bonding and interaction with their young child as they learn

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strategies for enhancing their child's speech and language skills through play and fun memories with new friends. Cost is $15 per day or $90 per three week session. They also have Mommy and Me Speech and Language Classes available for birth-12 months from 11 a.m.-Noon on Mondays and Wednesdays. For more info or to register, call 417-890-4656 or visit theracareozarks.com. TheraCare Outpatient Services, 3023 S. Fort Ave., Suite B. 29 Friday - 31 Sunday and June 5-7 Thomas and Friends are back at the Midland Railway in Kansas!

Celebrate Thomas with Thomas at Day Out with Thomas Celebration Tour 2015. You can hop aboard and take a ride with him, meet the railway controller Sir Topham Hatt and more. He will be pulling into Midland Railway, 1515 High St., Baldwin City, Kansas, on May 29, 30 and 31 this month. For tickets and info, visit ticketweb.com/dowt or call 866-468-7630. Save $2 on tickets by using the code SPRING2015. See ad on page 19.

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Riding Lessons Indoor/Outdoor Arenas Pony Parties

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For your Baby’s room, Bedroom, Man cave, Playroom, Rec room, Dining room, Wine cellar.

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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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Let’s hang out!

To find out more, call 864-1800

Free admission for Mom! Mother’s Day Sunday, May 10 Join FOZ today!

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SUMMER INTENSIVE Minimum 2 years of dance required.

Featuring Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary and Tap classes with our three guest master teachers from around the country. Your comprehensive way to prepare for fall!

Programs for students 5-7 years old and 7-adult – Aug. 1&2

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885-8010 Two Summer Camps and Intensive.

Nutcracker 2015 auditions in September.

Russian Moscow Ballet Nutcracker returns December 2015!

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Splish Splash Gymnastics Tumbling & Cheertastic Camp Camp June 23-25 Trampoline July 7-9 Frozen in Backhandspring Camp Summer Camp • July 9 June 16, in Princess 1 -3 p.m.

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For ages 4 to 5 years

Campers will learn about animals, nature and farm life through games, crafts, animal interactions and activities. Half-day Camps are only $40 per camper.

Feathered Friends Summer is “egg-citing” at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park as we discover all about birds. Campers will cluck, gobble and quack as they learn why birds are an important part of a farm through animal interactions, games, activities and crafts. June 8-12 • 9 a.m. - Noon Rutledge-Wilson Had a Farm Everyone wants to visit the big red barn! Campers will learn how all the animals inside help us and make farms such a fun place to visit through animal interactions, games, activities and crafts. June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-Noon Wild, Wild West Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! This week campers will participate in western-theme activities and spend time with horses that are just their size! July 13-17 • 9a.m. - Noon

To register, 837-5949.

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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!