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In 1621, following the autumn harvest, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians came together for what is considered today to be one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, individual colonies, cities and states celebrated a Thanksgiving holiday on various dates. It wasn’t until 1863 that Thanksgiving Day became an official holiday when President Abraham Lincoln, in the midst of the Civil War, proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day each November. Pausing to say “Thank you” seems to be fading these days. It’s been replaced with “Have a nice day” or some other closing acknowledgement.

But, the art of gratitude shouldn’t be lost on us or our children. Wherever you find yourself this month, in the company of family and friends, shopping, or among the community, take a moment to express a genuine “Thank you” and spread an attitude of gratitude. Here at Kids Directory, we are thankful every day for you, our readers, and the many businesses, organizations, and service providers who support our locally owned business as advertisers. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. ~Melinda Arnold, publisher

Features Where do KIDS EAT FREE?......................................6 Holiday Gift-giving Guide..................................... 18 Kids Calendar....................................................... 24 Amusements & Entertainment Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center............... 17 AR Workshop........................................................ 17 Big Cedar’s Fun Mountain.......................................9 Branson Scenic Railway..........................................5 Dickerson Park Zoo.................................................3 “Elf, Jr. The Musical” @ Springfield Little Theatre.... 15 Glowgolf Springfield................................................5 Itty Bitty City....................................................... 11 “Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer” @ Hammons Hall.... 21 Moxie Cinema’s Moxie Mornings.......................... 14 Springfield Art Museum....................................... 19 Springfield Conservation Nature Center.............. 29 “The Nutcracker” by Springfield Ballet................ 23 Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Day 5K......................... 13 Springfield Symphony.......................................... 27 Artists, Murals & Portraits J Rosa Photography............................................ 30 Murals by Sherri Davis......................................... 16 Business Opportunities Hidden Values....................................................... 28 Childcare and Education Big Word Club....................................................... 19 The Goddard School................................................8 Kumon Math & Reading Center............................ 16 University Child Care Center...................................5 University Heights Baptist Church MOPS.......... 16 Westminster Parents’ Day Out........................... 14 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids...........................5 Pigtails & Crewcuts Haircuts for Kids................. 14 Health & Wellness CoxHealth............................................................. 31 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry..................................2 Pierce Vision Specialists..................................... 14

TheraCare Outpatient Services........................... 13 Thrive Family Chiropractic................................... 11 Instructional Programs & Lessons Barbara Hays, Piano Teacher..................................8 Creava School for the Arts.................................. 19 Gold Medal Gyms....................................................7 Hoover Music Company...........................................2 Kumon Math & Reading Center............................ 16 Martial Arts USA................................................. 13 Sac River Stables...................................................8 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center............... 17 AR Workshop........................................................ 17 Creava School for the Arts.................................. 19 Dickerson Park Zoo.................................................3 Glowgolf Springfield................................................5 Gold Medal Gyms....................................................7 Itty Bitty City....................................................... 11 Martial Arts USA................................................. 13 Moxie Cinema....................................................... 14 Pigtails & Crewcuts Haircuts for Kids................. 14 Sac River Stables...................................................8 Springfield-Greene County Park Board................ 13 Professional Services J Rosa Photography............................................ 30 Jennifer Triplett, Attorney......................................8 Resale Boutiques Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale............................ 32 Restaurants McDonald’s........................................................... 26 Connect with Us SpringfieldKids.com • Follow us on Facebook Twitter: spfldkidsdirectory • Pinterest: gskidsdirectory

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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 throughout the month, and your 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. Know about a deal we don’t have listed? Email melinda@springfieldkids.com, and share it with us!

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America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free daily.

George’s Steakhouse, 339 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 831-6777. Get one free kids meal from the children’s menu (kids age 10 and younger) with each adult entree purchased at $7.49 or above. Beverage not included. No substitutions allowed. Dine-in only.

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 882-0300. Children age 3 years and younger eat free every day! Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday all day. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive one Kidz Meal free with the purchase of one 8-inch sub, chips and fountain drink meal. Child must be present to receive a free kids meal. For kids age 11 and younger. Not valid with other promotions, coupons, and radio or TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349.

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Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, two Springfield locations, 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464, and 2725 N. Kansas Expwy., 865-2999. All day, kids’ meals (for kids age 12 and younger) are $1.99 with purchase of an adult entree. Additional charge if child chooses a side item other than french fries. Dine-in only.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, 1360 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-2227, and 111 N. Massey Blvd., 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, two Springfield locations: 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 862-7777, and 2110 E. Republic Rd., 883-3434. Kids age 10 and younger eat for $1.99. Not to be combined with any other offers or coupons.

King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 866-5527. One child gets a free kid’s meal with every adult combo meal or entree purchased. Choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Dine-in only. Same offer on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Sunshine St., 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose St., 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747.

Family Day, all day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Kids age 12 and younger eat free. Must purchase adult meal to get free kid’s meal.

Limit two free kids’ meals per adult entrée. Dine-in only.

Ocean Zen Pacific Rim, 4117 S. National Ave., Springfield, 889-9596. For kids age 8 and younger, get one free selected kid’s menu item with the purchase of an adult entrée, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., 864-8400. Get one kid’s meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids age 12 and younger, 4-10 p.m.

Schlotzsky’s Deli, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. 889-2445. This location only. On Sundays, 4 p.m.-close, get one free kid’s meal with each adult Deli Meal Deal purchased (includes a chip, drink, sandwich or pizza).

Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 863-9072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Dine-in; get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent.

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

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Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell, Springfield, 887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 368-5919; 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 866-2700; 1644 US Hwy 60 E, Republic, 732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regular-priced entrée. Same offer on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Buckingham’s BBQ Restaurant, Nixa location only. 606 W. Mount Vernon St., Nixa, 724-2344. One free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult meal and tea or soft drink for ages 12 and younger, 5-9 p.m. Balloon artist will be there, too.

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

Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult combo meal from 4 p.m. to close.

Leong’s Asian Diner, 1540 W. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-7500. After 4 p.m., kids (age 12 and younger) get one free kid’s meal from kid’s menu with each paying adult. Excludes upgrades on kid’s meal. Menu at leongsasiandiner.com.

Pasta Express, four Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic Rd., 888-3048; 3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 890-1345; 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., 885-0030. Kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée from 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

Rib Crib, 750 N. 18th St., Ozark, 581-5566. Purchase one adult entree and get up to two free meal for each $9 spent. kids’ menu meals from 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only. Kids age 12 and younger.

Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased. Same offer on Tuesdays.

TUESDAYS

Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in Springfield, 311 Park Central, 862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., 882-2249; and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-5999; 602 N. 25th St., Ozark, 485-3800; and 301 Branson Landing, Branson, 417-334-4478. One free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entree, 5-9 p.m.

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

Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location ONLY, 807 N. Main St., 725-6803. From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entree purchased. Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m. Magician from 6-8 p.m.

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

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One child age 12 and younger receives one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Wednesdays and Thursdays, too.

Junction Café, 8376 W. Farm Road 68 (Corner of Hwys 160 & 123), Willard, 742-2222. Purchase any adult meal and get up to two free kids’ meals, 4-9 p.m. Kids age 10 and younger. Children must be present.

Lone Star Steakhouse, 201 Wildwood Dr. South, Branson, 417-336-5030. Receive one kid’s meal free with the purchase of one adult entree for kids ages 12 & younger after 4 p.m. Cannot be combined with coupons or other discounts.

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

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

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Nonna’s Italian Kitchen, 306 South Ave., 831-1222 and Mangia: A Nonna’s Italian Kitchen, 3512 S. National, 890-8300.

Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée.

Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., 864-8400. After 4 p.m., get one kid’s meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and younger. Children decorate their own sugar cookie from 4-9 p.m.

Pizza Hut, West Sunshine St. and Glenstone Ave. locations in Springfield. Get one free buffet with purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids age 10 and younger.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #A-100, 823-7180; 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 890-1212; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 582-2776. At all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get free one kid’s meal from kid’s menu ($4.25 or less) for each lunch or dinner entree purchased. For kids 10 and younger.

Ruby Tuesday, two locations in Springfield: 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 831-7829; and 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., 889-5866; and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-335-5450. After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

WEDNESDAYS

Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders, 4560 S. Campbell Ave., 720-4414. All day, get a child’s menu item for $1.99 with purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only. Children 12 years and younger. Build Your Own Pizza Night, Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m.

Dublin’s Pass, two locations in Springfield: 317 Park Central East, 862-7625; and 2767 W. Republic Rd., 877-7625. Kids age 12 and younger, get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entrée. Dine in only.

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

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

Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 868-0042. Kids 12 and under get one free kid’s plate with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

Zio’s Italian Kitchen, 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield, 889-1919. Get a kid’s meal for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids 12 and younger. Dine-in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips.

THURSDAYS

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

Chick-fil-A, 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 890-5800. Kids Family Night every Thursday night from 5-8 p.m. Kids can create a craft and receive a free Icedream® Sundae.

Hy-Vee Market Grille, 1720 W. Battlefield St., Springfield, 881-8224. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Once a month Hy-Vee hosts a Knee-Hy Buffet event for kids, too.

FRIDAYS

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 883-0900. One free kid’s menu item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued at $7 or more, after 5 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

SATURDAYS

Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of a $7.99 entrée (for kids age 10 and younger), 4-8 p.m.

Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 863-9072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only.

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We’ve taken the guesswork out of holiday shopping for you. These are the best family businesses in our community to conquer your holiday shopping with time left over for holiday fun with your kids! Remember to tell these fine folks that you found them in Kids Directory!

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bransontrain.com Purchase tickets for Branson Scenic Railway’s annual Polar Express excursions and make it a holiday tradition for your family! Or buy tickets to the railway’s regular excursions to see the beautiful Ozarks countryside.

And if you have a serious train buff on your list, check out their giftshop which is stocked full of train-themed gifts, apparel and toys. See ad on page 5.

Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids 900 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-889-4386 haircutsarefun.com Gift certificates for haircuts, hair care products and accessories. Hours: MonFri, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Ages: Infant through Adult. See our ad on page 5.

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Battlefield Mall Food Court • Springfield 417-882-2309 Opryglowgolf.com Glowgolf is your destination for fun in any weather! Gift certificates and glowin-the-dark merchandise make great stocking-stuffers! Looking for a wildly unique gift this holiday season? Not only do we offer gift certificates to keep your crew entertained over the holiday break, we also stock a wide selection of out-of-this-world, glow-in-the-dark merchandise. See our ad on page 5.

Creava School For The Arts

1667 St. Louis St. • Springfield 417-880-3531 creavaarts.com Give the gift of creativity with a Creava School For The Arts gift card. Recipients may redeem gift cards for any of Creava Arts’ inspiring art and clay classes for children or adult classes including Date Nights and Try It Classes. Purchase your Gift Cards online, by phone, or at the school. See ad on page 19.

Dickerson Park Zoo

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1401 W. Norton Rd. • Springfield 417-883-1570 dickersonparkzoo.org Is there an animal lover on your holiday gift list? Dickerson Park Zoo has so much to offer: give a Friends of the Zoo membership and get a year of free admission–plus, new benefits and events coming in 2018. The Safari Trading Company features youth and adult apparel, plush animals, toys and more unique items for all ages. What about that hard-to-buy-for person or the person who has everything? ADOPT an Animal packages are gifts that help care for animals and have some fun benefits for the ADOPT parent. See our ad on page 3.

Hoover Music Company

6840 W. Republic Road • Republic 417-732-4100 goldmedalgyms.com Tumble into holiday fun and the new year with a gift of fitness for your child. Gift certificates available for beginner through advanced gymnastics classes and camps for girls and boys, and recreational and competitive cheer. Outfit your child with gymnastics apparel and leotards; small gymnastic equipment also available. See our ad on page 7.

Itty Bitty City

440 S. Jefferson Ave. • Springfield 417-862-3573 hoovermusic.net Music brings a lifetime of joy. Inspire your loved one with music this holiday season with a band, orchestra or folk instrument; all genres of sheet music and books; lessons from our qualified teachers; instrument supplies; or that much-needed repair. Hoover Music gift cards make great stocking stuffers, too. See our ad on page 2.

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3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 ittybitty.city Itty Bitty City has something for every Itty Bitty this holiday season. Their Toy Nook carries unique and imaginative toys and stocking stuffers including Janod, Plan, Green Toys, and Melissa and Doug.

Itty Bitty City has gift cards available in any amount you need and our annual memberships make wonderful gifts that continue to give for the entire year! See our ad on page 11.

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Martial Arts USA

4560 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-886-3331 martialartsusa.net Pro Shop apparel and equipment, as well as gift certificates for these products, and classes. Ages: 4 years through Adult. See our ad on page 13.

McDonald’s Restaurants

Locations throughout greater Springfield area mcdonalds.com Arch Cards gift cards for food and beverages. See our ad on page 26.

Moxie Cinema

305 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-429-0800 moxiecinema.com Moxie Cinema is Springfield’s destination for independent, foreign and art house films that otherwise wouldn’t be shown in our community. The Moxie offers many FREE events for children, and a Moxie Cinema membership makes a great gift for your family to enjoy even more films.

Six membership levels to choose from.

Purchase in person at the theater. See our ad on page 14.

Murals by Sherri Davis

417-838-1385 muralsbysherridavis.com A gift certificate from Murals by Sherri is appropriate for any age. Apply the certificate toward any of Sherri’s services: murals, portraits of children or animals, or custom canvas paintings. You will find Sherri’s work at Fresh Gallery, 400 W. Walnut St., in Springfield. Call Sherri to discuss your project or schedule an in-home consultation at no charge. See my ad on page 16.

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Pigtails & Crewcuts Haircuts for Kids

4127 S. Kansas Expwy. • Springfield 417-887-1301 pigtailsandcrewcuts.com/springfield/ Kids come first at Pigtails & Crewcuts, a salon designed for children with vehicle chairs, videos and our kid-friendly staff.

Gift certificates available for services, products, accessories, and parties. See our ad on page 14.

Sac River Stables

5798 N. Farm Road 125 • Springfield 417-742-4200 sacriverstables.com Gift certificates for riding lessons, horse day camps, and birthday parties. See our ad on page 8.

Springfield Ballet, Inc.

411 N. Sherman Parkway • Springfield 417-862-1343 springfieldballet.org Give the gift of ballet this holiday with season tickets to Springfield Ballet’s upcoming performances, where you’ll save up to 15 percent! Season tickets include: The Nutcracker (Dec. 15-18, 2017) and A Tale of Two Wolves, featuring Peter and the Wolf & Little Red Riding Hood (April 13-15, 2018). A season of lasting memories for you and your family is waiting, so get your tickets today! See our ad on page 23.

Springfield Little Theatre

311 E. Walnut St. • Springfield 417-869-1334 springfieldlittletheatre.org Give the magical experience of live theatre! Springfield Little Theatre is in the spirit this holiday season with flexible season ticket packages and discounted Holiday gift guide continues on page 28.

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Submit your family-friendly events by going to the calendar on our website. Remember, our web calendar has LOTS more information than we can print here – SpringfieldKids.com.

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Moxie Morning for ages 2-6 at the Moxie Cinema, 10 a.m. Free crafts, snacks and animated short films. For information, visit moxiecinema.com. Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101, Springfield. See ad on page 14.

Sensory Friendly Session at Itty Bitty City, 5-7 p.m. This is a ticketed event for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and sensory processing differences and their families to have a fun play experience in a comfortable and accepting environment. Attendance limited to 30 children. For information, call 417-202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See Itty Bitty City ad on page 11.

Baby Safety Bootcamp with Safe Kids Springfield, 6-8 p.m. This informative class will teach safety tips to keep your little one safe at home, at play and on the go. For information, the Mercy Family 6 Monday–7 Tuesday Resource Center, 417-820-2613, or visit Pony Day Camp at Valley Water Mill safekidsspringfield.org. Mercy Hospital, 1235 Equestrian Center is time to play when E. Cherokee St., Springfield. school’s away. Fun, educational day with crafts, movies, stick horse races, horse care, 3 Friday All aboard The Polar Express train ride now and one lead ride. Drop-off opens at 7:30 through Dec. 23 on certain dates and times. a.m., and pick-up before 5:30 p.m. Space is limited; register early. For information, call Head to the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus. Enjoy a reading of “The Polar Express,” 417-833-3291 or visit parkboard.org. Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center, 4007 N. Farm hot cocoa and cookies, and a special gift Rd. 171, Springfield. from Santa. Tickets sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours before they are gone. For tickets and information, call 800-287-2462 or visit bransontrain.com. Branson Scenic Railway departs from the historic 1906 depot in downtown Branson, 206 E. Main St. See ad on page 5.

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“What’s Happening to Me? A Mother/ Daughter Dialogue” is a discussion of puberty for mothers and their daughters ages 10-13, 6-7:30 p.m. Presented by a registered nurse and mother. Registration is required. For information, call 417-269-5239 or visit coxhealth.com.

Cox South Hospital Foster Auditorium, 3801 S. National Ave., Springfield.

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Veteran’s Appreciation Day at Dickerson Park Zoo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free for active military personnel and veterans and their immediate families. General admission is $12 for adults and teens and $8 for children ages 3-12 and seniors 60 and older. For information, call 417-833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 3.

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Princess Breakfast, Itty Bitty City, 9-11 a.m.

Royal guests, breakfast and princessthemed activities. Photo opportunities with princesses. Tickets are $30 per child.

For information, call 417-202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 11.

Springfield Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” children’s workshop, 3:30-5 p.m. An afternoon of fun for children ages 3-8 with themed craft and games. Children will dance some of the roles to the original compositions. Enrollment is limited; cost is $10/child. Registration deadline is Nov. 10.

For information, call 417-862-1343 or visit springfieldballet.org. Springfield Ballet, 411 N. Sherman Parkway, Springfield. See ad on page 23.

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Turkey Trot Can Drive at Springfield Skate Park, 3-9 p.m. Donate two canned food items for a free session. Proceeds benefit Ozark Food Harvest, through the Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk. All ages. For information, call 417-868-8758 or visit parkboard.org.

Springfield Skate Park, 945 W. Meadowmere St., Springfield. See ad on page 13.

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Moxie Morning for ages 2-6 at the Moxie Cinema, 10 a.m. Free crafts, snacks and animated short films. For information, visit moxiecinema.com. Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave. #101, Springfield. See ad on page 14.

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Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk, 8 a.m., in downtown Springfield. Benefits the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Scholarship Fund and Developmental Center of the Ozarks. For information or registration, visit parkboard.org/turkeytrot.

See ad on page 13.

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“Elf Jr.–The Musical,” presented by Springfield Little Theatre is Christmas cheer for audiences of all ages. Follow the story of Buddy from the North Pole to New York City.

For tickets, dates and show times, call the Landers Theatre box office, 417-869-1334, or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 15.

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Gift-making Family Day, at Springfield Art Museum, 10 a.m.-noon. For information, call 417-837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum.org.

Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield. See ad on page 19.

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In the Dark with Lewis & Clark at Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Learn about nighttime predators and nighttime survival in an indoor/outdoor program. Free event with registration required. To register, call 417-888-4237. For information, visit mdc.mo.gov/springfield.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield. See ad on page 29.

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December 9, 2017 2:30 p.m. • FREE Hammons Hall Tickets are free and will only be available at the door the day of the performance.

Doors open at 1:30 PM. Seating is first come first serve.

For more information visit www.springfieldmosymphony.org

THIS CONCERT SPONSORED BY:

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certificates to performances of “West Side Story,” “Madagascar,” “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,” and “All Shook Up.” Also, tickets to our new special event “Tony ‘N Tina’s Wedding” or Curtains and Corks, along with classes, workshops, and backstage passes make great stocking stuffers for kids of all ages! See our ad on page 15.

Springfield Symphony

411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield 417-864-6683 springfieldmosymphony.org Give the Gift of Music this holiday season! A gift of tickets to one or all of the symphony’s season of concerts would make an excellent gift! See our ad on page 27.

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Explorers Lewis & Clark faced many challenges on their trip to the Pacific and back, not the least of which was surviving long nights. From nighttime predators to freezing cold temperatures, nightfall brought new dangers. Face your fears of the dark as you learn about nighttime survival in this indoor/outdoor program.

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