Springfield Kids' Directory

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Happy fall, families!

Tons of wonderful family-friendly fun this month in the Greater Springfield area! We have a list of fall festivals starting on page 22. Look on our website and Facebook page for additions to these listings. One festival we’re VERY fond of is Pets & Pumpkins on Commercial Street. We’ll be there Saturday, Oct. 19th in the BIG tent, Noon to 5 p.m.

Same day at 2:30 p.m. at Juanita K. Hammons Hall is Springfield Symphony’s annual Spooky Symphony. Put on a costume, load up the family and enjoy it for FREE! – Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers

FEATURES Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Fall Festivals & October Calendar . . . . . . . . . .22 Amusements & Entertainment Apple Butter Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Bass Pro Outdoor Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Battlefield Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Branson Scenic Railway – Polar Express . . . . .3 Campbell Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Dickerson Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Jumpin’ Joey’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 The Mobile Learning Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Pets and Pumpkins 2013 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Springfield Symphony - Spooky Symphony! . .26 Titanic Museum Attraction - Branson . . . . 39 Business Opportunities Arbonne – Christie Hawkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Childcare and Education ChildCare Aware of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Developmental Center of the Ozarks . . . . . . .36 Grow 2 Know Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Kids of Creation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Churches Grace Chapel Church Trunk-or-Treat . . . . . . 23 James River Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 James River School of Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . 11 James River October 31st Party . . . . . . . . . 23 University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . .29 Wesley United Methodist – Upward Sports . .17 Furniture & Decorating Bella Baby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . .38 Fantastic Sam’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Health & Wellness Active Life Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Farr Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Mercy/Kohl’s Rock Your Seat Belt . . . . . . . . 27 Mercy/St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital . . . . . . 31 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Safe Kids Springfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Instructional Programs & Lessons A & B Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 All-Star Gymnastics and Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . .20 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Mobile Learning Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Noah’s Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Singularity-Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Cntr. . . .30 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 New Clothing & Accessories Bella Baby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Battlefield Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Jumpin’ Joey’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . .20 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 The Mobile Learning Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Noah’s Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Titanic Museum Attraction - Branson . . . . 39 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Professional Services Clutter Free by Sharon Johnson . . . . . . . . . .38 Field Day Designs Graphic Design . . . . . . . . .38 Right On Renovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Tree House Children’s Resale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Restaurants McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Kathy Fridge, 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 Sharon Whitehill Gray, Social Media & Client Service Sharon@springfieldkids.com – 417.880.0860 Danielle Shepard, Calendar & Kids Eat Free Editor Danielle@springfieldkids.com – 417.689-0409 Sharon, Robin, Christie, Corey, Danielle, Tim, Dan and Kathy distribute 15,000 directories each month to more than 600 locations in southwest Missouri.

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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 these local eateries offer families each week! No need to search for coupons! Just keep your Kids Directory handy and the kids can dine out free (or close to it) somewhere almost every night. Be sure to call each restaurant before you go to make sure their deal hasn’t changed. Happy Eating!

EVERYDAY

Backyard Burger - 4020 S. Campbell - 883-0005, 1008 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield - 890-0500, 2305 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield 865-0003 – Buy 1 adult combo and get 2 kids packs for 99¢ each after 4 p.m. Battlefield location ONLY – also, all day Saturdays and Sundays. Not to be combined with other coupons, offers or discounts.

Battlefield Lanes - 1127 E. Battlefield St., Springfield - 883-1234. For each adult combo purchased, receive a Kid’s Combo FREE! Offer for Kids 12 years and younger. Available all day. Register at www.KidsBowlFree.com/Battlefield. See ad on page 17.

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

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

HuHot - 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield - 882-0300. Get one kids grill meal for 99¢ with the purchase of an adult grill meal. For children 4 to 10 years. Ages 3 years and younger eat free everyday! Dine in only.

Quizno’s - 2043 E. Independence - 877-0606. Mention this Kids Directory listing to receive a Kidz Meal free with the purchase of an adult regular meal. Limit 1 free Kidz Meal per adult combo purchased. 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.

Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company - 887-3030 - 2850 S. Campbell - Kids 3 & under eat free daily with the purchase of an adult entree.

SUNDAYS

Ali’s Family Restaurant - 4525 W. Chestnut Expressway - 864-7378. From 5-9 p.m., kids 12 and under get a free kid meal with purchase of an adult meal priced $6.99 or more. Same deal on Wednesdays, too!

Billy Sim’s Barbecue - 3757 S. Glenstone Ave. - 883-7467 and 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 – 2725 N. Kansas Expwy. - 865-2999 and 900 E. Battlefield Rd. - 881-9464. All kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are 99¢ with purchase of an adult entree all day. 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 - 2110 E. Republic Rd. - 883-3434 and 2421 N. Glenstone - 862-7777. 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.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 - Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under, 5-9 p.m.

Qdoba Mexican Grill - 2631 E. Sunshine - 877-9777, 4127 S. Kansas Expy - 823-7835, 900 E. Battlefield Rd - 887-7329. Get two $1.50 kids meals for each adult meal purchased.

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

Schlotzsky’s Deli - 4132 S. Campbell Ave. Only this location. 889-2445. From 4 p.m. to close, Sundays, get one free kids meal with each adult Deli Meal Deal purchased which includes a chip, drink, sandwich or pizza.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell - 887-6600 - Purchase an adult paradise combo (smoothie & entree) and get a free kid’s “Big Kahuna” meal for your child.

MONDAYS

5 Spice Asian Flavors - 711 McCroskey St. in Nixa, 724-8270. Kids eat free, 4:30 p.m.-close, one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree. Free for kids up to 10 years of age.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant - 2118 S. Campbell in Springfield - 887-1401. All day, get 2 free children’s menu item (for ages 10 and under) with the purchase of an adult entrée.

Bandana’s Bar-B-Que & Grill - 900 W. Battlefield - 887-5555and 2415 N. Glenstone Ave - 863-0112 For kids ages 10 and younger, get a free kids meal from limited children’s menu with full-priced adult luncheon plate or full-priced dinner plate purchase. Cannot be combined with other specials, offers or coupons. Does not include drink. Hours 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

Buckingham's BBQ Restaurant - 606 W. Mount Vernon in Nixa - 724-2344 and NOW OPEN AGAIN – 2415 N. Glenstone Ave - 863-0112. One free kids’ meal with purchase of an adult meal and drink, 4 p.m. to close at the Springfield location.

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 Mon, Tues and Wed evenings.

Enoch’s Barbecue and Southern Classics - 2102 W. Chesterfield Blvd., B102 - 881-2888. Get a free kids meal for each adult meal purchased. Child must be present.

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*or almost free!

Leong's Asian Diner - 1540 W. Republic Rd - 887-7500 - All day, kids get 1 free kids meal from kids menu with each paying adult. Kids 12 years and under. For menu info, visit www.leongsasiandiner.com.

Old Chicago Pizza - 2040 E. Independence - 887-0100. All day, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit two children under 12 years of age per adult.

Rib Crib - 750 N. 18th St. - Ozark - 581-5566 - Purchase one adult entree and get up to two free kids menu meals from 4 p.m.to close.

Dine in only. For kids 12 and younger.

Roma’s Italian Restaurant - 911 Kenneth St., Nixa - 724-1000. Buy an adult entree, get one free kids meal from the kids meal menu all day - drink not included. Also on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For children 12 years old and younger. Monday-Thursday you can get a large pizza for takeout or dine in for just $5 all day.

Village Inn - All locations - Get 1 kids meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased, 5-10 p.m. Same deal on Tusdays, too!

TUESDAYS

Big Whiskey's - 311 Park Central - 862-2449, 1440 W. Republic Rd. - 882-2249, 1550 E. Battlefield Rd. - 883-5999. 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 4 p.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 – Get one free kids meal for each adult entree purchased 5 p.m. to close. For kids 12 and under. 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 from 4-10 p.m. for children 12 years and younger.

Free treats, too!

Junction Café - 8376 W. FR 68 (Corner of 160 & 123) in Willard - 742-2222 - 4-9 p.m. purchase any adult meal and get up to 2 free kid’s meal. Kids 10 and under. Children must be present.

Lone Star Steakhouse - 201 Wildwood Dr. S. Branson - (417) 336-5030. All day, receive 1 kids meals free with the purchase of 1 adult 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 in Republic - 732-4747. Kids 12 and under eat free 5-9 p.m. Must buy adult meal to get free kids 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.

Pizza Hut - In Springfield – West Sunshine and 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 and 1769 James River Rd. in Ozark - 582-2776. 4 p.m. to close, get one kids meal from kid’s menu free ($4.25 or less) for each adult meal purchased for kids 10 and under.

WEDNESDAYS

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464. 4-8 p.m., all kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are just 99¢ with purchase of adult entree – plus their funny clown will keep the kids entertained 6-8 p.m! Dine in only. Only Battlefield location.

Famous Dave’s Barbecue - 4406 S. Campbell Avenue - 877-8646. All day, receive a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal.

Dine in ONLY. For children 10 years and younger. Wilbur, Famous Dave’s mascot, will be there 5:30-7 p.m. to entertain the kids.

Pickerman's Soup & Sandwich - 3234 S. National Ave. - 886-2360 - Kids 10 and under get a kids meal for only $1.99 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with the purchase of an adult entrée.

Pizza Inn - 1425 W. Battlefield Rd. - 889-9769, 2440 N. Kansas Expwy. - 831-5262 - Kids 4-10 eat free from the buffet with an adult purchase, from 5-8 p.m. Kids 3 and younger eat free every day Whole Hog Cafe - 224 W. Sunshine St. - 868-0042. From 5-9 p.m., kids 12 and younger get a free kids plate with purchase of an adult entree. 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. Dine in only.

Lenny's Sub Shop - 1903 S. Glenstone Ave. - 877-0301 - After 4 p.m. receive up to two kids meals with the purchase of one regular combo meal. (7-inch sub with drink and/or cookie). Not to be combined with any other discounts. Dine in or take out.

SATURDAYS

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 an adult purchase. 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 $1.50 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 each adult dinner entrée from 4-8 p.m. Only for children ages 10 years and younger.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell Ave.- 887-6600 - Purchase an adult paradise combo (smoothie & entree) and get a free kid’s “Surfer Combo” meal for your child.

Know about a family-friendly meal deal? Email kathy@springfieldkids.com.

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Bring your children to

“Treasure Tour!”

Parents, come to worship with us at University Heights Baptist Church at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday! While adults are worshipping together, our children (Ages K-5th) will go on an adventure to become explorers of the Old Testament through games, activities and much more. This program will run every Sunday, Sept. 22 through Nov. 24 and is FREE to kids ages K-5th grade.

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Halloween Safety Not tricky at all!

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Carry a flashlight or glow stick to increase visibility to drivers.

Children should wear face paint or headgear instead of a mask to ensure their vision is not restricted.

Walk with your child on sidewalks and cross at intersections or in crosswalks.

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Instill in your child a life-long love of music!

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Get lost in the corn and hay mazes, take a tractor-pulled hay ride around the field, pick a pumpkin from our very own pumpkin patch, ride the cow train, and shoot whole ears of corn with the brand new corn cannon. Other activities vary per weekend, but include live farm demonstrations, live music, inflatables, fall crafts and activities.

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4 Friday through 6 Sunday Barnyard Days Festival of Arts and Crafts, Friday - Noon-6 p.m., Saturday - 9 a.m.6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. More than 150 exhibitors, handmade arts & crafts, music and entertainment. Circle R Ranch, 10970 Old Scenic Dr., Neosho. Adult admission $6, $7 for 3 days, free for ages 13 and younger. Free parking. More info at 451-3399, email barnyarddays@yahoo.com or go to circle-r-festivals.com.

4 Friday through 6 Sunday 40th Annual Ozark Arts and Crafts Show, Friday and Saturday - 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Finley River Park, 1530 W. Jackson St. in Ozark. Features dozens of arts and crafts from area artisans and food vendors. Free admission. For more info and a map with directions, visit ozarkcraftfair.com.

4 Friday & 5 Saturday Bonnie & Clyde Days in Reeds Spring is a fun, free, family event highlighting Reeds Spring’s role in the national history of Bonnie and Clyde in the 1930s. The rich heritage of the Ozarks is brought to life with music, historical speakers and re-enactors. Entertainment and crafts remind us of our historical past and how a strong sense of community can enrich us all. Free admission. See bonnieandclydedays.com for info.

5 Saturday Neosho Fall Festival 2013 is in historic, downtown Neosho. Each corner of the square will be filled with entertainment, art, music, food and crafts. Musical entertainment will be on a stage on the square, as well as in the Civic Auditorium located right off the square. Parking and admission is free. Start time is 10 a.m. Call 417451-1925 or go to neoshomo.org for more info.

5 Saturday Fifth Annual Oz Fall Fest on Main Street in downtown Willow Springs – free! Main Street will be filled with craft booths, displays, food, live entertainment, games, contests, demonstrations and more! 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. For more info, call 417-469-5519 or go to willowspringsmochamber.com.

5 Saturday Republic 22nd Annual Pumpkin Daze in downtown Republic on Main Avenue. Free event.

Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m., pumpkin weigh-in 8-11a.m. Producers will compete in the National Giant Pumpkin Commonwealth Weigh-Off. Tons of activities for the kids, tractor pulls, Little Miss and Master Pumpkin contest,

October is one of the busiest months of the year in the Ozarks! So many great, family-friendly events and activities all month long. We will be adding additional events to our web calendar and to our Facebook page all month long, so be sure to like us on Facebook and check out springfieldkids.com. HAPPY FALL, FAMILIES! Now through October 27 Don’t miss Fall Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park! Lots of great fun for the family – pumpkin patch, cow train, corn maze, hay rides, corn cannon, inflatables, hay maze, performances, demonstrations and more. Hours are Saturdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays, Noon-6 p.m. Free admission, some activities have a small fee.

Every Friday and Saturday in October the Haunted Trail will be open from 6-10 p.m. For more info, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm is located at 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146. See ad on page 19.

Now through November 2 Head out to Bolivar to visit a real, working farm – Fieth Family Farm. Enjoy the fun activities: corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, barrel train rides, wagon rides and camp fires. Decor pumpkins, gourds and cornstalks are also available for purchase. The Fieths host field trips for schools, youth groups and daycares, along with private parties for birthdays, family or class reunions. For more info, call 417-326-6758 or visit countrylifeinc.com. Fieth Family Farm is located at 1663 E. 490th Rd, Bolivar.

Now through November 2 McKenna Family Farm Pumpkin Patch is full of things for your child to do. Their play area has \a big bale hay maze, pumpkin bounce house, pony swings, tricycle race track, corn box, baby farm animals, four slides, two-acre corn maze, rubber ducky water races and bouncy horse races. For info, call 417-593-3159 or visit mckennafamilyfarm.com. Located at 3265 Hwy. F, Branson.

Now through November 3 There’s something for everyone at Campbell’s Maze Daze. Enjoy a 4-acre corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting (free with pumpkin purchase), bounce house, tiny tots bounce house, tractor choo-choo train, swings and fort scavenger hunt, live weekend entertainment, pony rides, face painting, bonfire picnic area, haunted maze, fall decorations, mums and pumpkins galore. Visit campbellsmazedaze.com for admission, fees and more additional info. Campbell’s Maze Daze is located on Carob Rd, Clever. See ad page 23.

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Calendar October 11-20 Carthage’s 47th Annual Maple Leaf Festival.

Eight-day event including a plethora of events – pageants, competitions, car show, antique car and tractor show, art walks, arts, crafts, concessions, pancake feed, kids' corner, model railroad show, swap meet and the acclaimed Maple Leaf Parade. Details, dates and times at carthagechamber.com/maple-leaf.

17 Thursday through 20 Sunday War Eagle Mill Fall Arts and Crafts Fair. Breakfast Starts at 6:30 a.m. Booths close at 5:30 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, and 4:30 p.m.

Sunday. There are actually three craft fairs in one during the October fair. War Eagle Mill vendors are on the Mill parking lot grounds.

The Sharp Show is on the fields adjacent to the Mill and across the bridge is the War Eagle Farms Show. See wareaglemill.com/fall-craft-fair for more info.

18 Friday Noah’s Art Center is hosting a superherothemed Kids Night Out! Created for children ages 4-11 years, the evening will include a showing of “The Incredibles” (rated PG), dinner (pizza!), a snack during the movie and much more. Cost is $35 per child, $30 for each additional sibling. Space is limited, so call 889-2779 or go to noahs-art.com/springfield for more info and to reserve a spot for your child.

Located at 2742 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

See ad on page 20.

18 Friday & 19 Saturday Ozark Community Center is hosting Forest FunTacular. This outdoor and indoor, family-friendly fall event is also on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26, 5:30-8:30 p.m. on all four nights. Cost is $4/person and includes safe Trick-or-Treating, story-teller/fire pit, outdoor movie plus one 50¢ carnival game ticket. Fall carnival games/concessions vary in price. For more info, call 581-7002 or visit ozarkmissouri.com. The OC is located at 1530 W. Jackson St., Ozark.

19 Saturday through 31 Thursday Dickerson Park Zoo Spooktacular begins today!

The 30th annual Halloween SPOOKTACULAR, presented by Simmons First National Bank, is open nightly Oct. 19-31. Join in the boo-licious activities at the zoo, child-friendly decoration themes include Simmons First’s Trick-or-Treat Lane, the Vintage Carnival, hand-carved jack-olanterns, Yesterday’s ZooTM, Musical Pumpkins and more. Children ages 12 and younger will receive candy treats. Children are encouraged to wear costumes, but it is not required. 6:30-9 p.m. $7 per person at the gate (age 1 and up), $3 per person for Friends of the Zoo members and advance tickets at $6 at Springfield-area

wheelbarrow races, pets in costumes for the pet parade, local foods, more than 220 craft booths and musical entertainment. For info call 417-732-3100 or visit pumpkindaze.com.

5 Saturday 29th Annual Aurora Auto Fest will at Oak Park on Business Highway 60, Aurora. Classes for classic and street rod cars, trucks and motorcycles. Festivities begin at 8 a.m. An entry fee of $25 is required the day of the show for vehicles. Plaque awards for each class, along with dash plaques awarded to the first 100 entries.

Events include a 50/50 pot, chili cook-off competition, rib cook-off food and craft vendors. Live music throughout the day. For more info or to enter, contact the Aurora Chamber at 417-678-4150 or go to auroramochamber.com.

5 Saturday Harvest Moon Festival Car and Truck Show, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Shadow Rock Park, Forsyth. Includes live music, crafters, lots of food, kids activities and much more fun! Free for spectators, car show entry fee $15, $20 day of show.

For info, call Forsyth Chamber of Commerce, 417-546-2741 or go to forsythmissouri.org.

11 Friday & 12 Saturday Marshfield Harvest Days features arts, crafts, story telling, antiques, food, contests, demonstrations, entertainment and more. All events are on and around the historic town square in downtown Marshfield. Free event. Call 417859-2998 for more info or go to marshfieldmochamberofcommerce.com.

11 Friday & 12 Saturday Southwest Missouri Art & Craft Guild’s Art in the Park, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave, Springfield. Stroll through an outdoor gallery with art for sale by area artists.

Free. Info, email bignosecreations@yahoo.com or call 417-689-4536.

11 Friday through 13 Sunday Our Lady of the Lake Parish Arts and Crafts Festival, Friday – 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday – 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. and Sunday – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 202 Vaughn Dr., Branson. Free admission. Call 417-334-2928 or go to ladyofthelakeparish.org for more info.

11 Friday through 13 Sunday Apple Butter Makin’ Days, on the town square, Mount Vernon. Free event. The cooking of apple butter is the prime attraction. Businesses decorate their store windows with antique furniture and collectibles. Children enjoy the bubble gum blowing contest, terrapin race, pet parade, apple pie eating contest and the arts and crafts booths. Great food and music. Friday and Saturday – 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For more info, call 417-466-7654 or go to mtvernon-cityhall.org.

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19 Saturday 6th Annual Pets and Pumpkins Festival, Noon to 5 p.m. on Commercial Street, Springfield.

Biggest kid and pet event in southwest Missouri! Two blocks of Commercial Street, between Robberson and Campbell, are sectioned off for festivities. Bring your chair and enjoy the day! Kids Directory will be there – just look for us in the big tent and come enjoy our cupcake walk! Trick-or-Treating (for pets and humans), inflatables, games, food, music and more. Costume parade and contest for kids, adults and pets. Both pets and people are invited to enter the walking parade/contest. $2 for kids (ages 2-16) and $2 for pets (fur-kids). Be sure to "like" the Pets and Pumpkins Facebook page for updates! Visit facebook.com/petsandpumpkins. See ad on page 15.

19 Saturday Springfield Symphony Orchestra presents Spooky Symphony, sponsored by Kids Directory. This has become an annual Halloween favorite – a FREE afternoon of live music filled with fairy tales and legends at 2:30 p.m. at Juanita K. Hammons Hall. The winner of the local school-children's Spooky Story Contest will read his or her own story from the stage.

Costume contest with prizes for Best Costume, Best Group Costumes and Best Music-Themed Costume. For more info, call 864-6683 or visit springfieldmosymphony.org. Juanita K. Hammons Hall for Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway, Springfield. See ad page 26.

19 Saturday Campbell United Methodist will be hosting their Fall Festival, 5-7 p.m. Enjoy food, activities and end the night with Trunk-or-Treat. For more info, call the church at 881-2018 or visit campbellumc.org. The church is located at 1747 E. Republic Rd., Springfield.

19 Saturday 24th Annual Apple Butter Day in Seymour. Enjoy this special day filled with activities: pancake breakfast begins at 7 a.m., lunch served 10 a.m.1 p.m., free samples of fresh bread and apple butter, home-made ice cream, horse-drawn carriage rides, Apple Butter Express train, handcrafted items and homemade food for sale. No admission, but purchase tickets for rides. Indoor auction at 1 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Ozark Mennonite School. Go to ozarkmennonitechurch.org/apple-butter-day or call at 417683-8539 for more info. See ad on page 25.

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Caney Picnic Area on the Glade Top Trail, Mark Twain National Forest, Ava, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Annual event features an outdoor church service, live musical entertainment, pumpkin painting and activities for the kids. Turkey-calling contest, exhibits and artisans. Breathtaking views of the fall leaves. Call 417-683-4594, email Director@AvaChamber.org or go to avachamber.org for more info.

25 Friday Halloween Spooktacular hosted by Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center, 529 S. Cavalier, Springfield. Cost is $15 and the fun goes 7-10 p.m. Haunted house, face painting, giant zipline, swimming, open gym and tons more!

Call 864-6869 or go to springfieldgymnasticsaquatics.com for more info. See ad on page 30.

25 Friday The Discovery Center will be hosting their annual Halloween Night at the Museum, 6:309:30 p.m. Admission cost for adults and children is $10 non-members and $7 for members.

All ages wear your costume and enjoy spooky scientific fun! For more info, visit discoverycenter.org. Discovery Center is located at 438 E. St. Louis St., Springfield.

25 Friday Jump Mania will host its annual Halloween Glow Night. Jumping, black lights, games, music, snacks and more! See Jump Mania’s ad on page 35 for a coupon to save $1 on any glow night in October. Call 881-JUMP (5867) for more info.

25 Friday Ward Downtown YMCA and Pat Jones YMCA invite your family to their Boo Bash from 6-8 p.m. FREE! For info, call Ward Downtown YMCA at 862-7456, Pat Jones YMCA at 881-1599 or visit orymca.org. Pat Jones YMCA is located at 1901 E. Republic Rd. and Ward Downtown YMCA is located at 417 S. Jefferson.

Both facilities in Springfield. See ad page 5.

25 Friday Republic Parks and Recreation hosts its annual BOOgie Bash Halloween event 5:30-8 p.m. at the Republic Community Center. This familyfriendly Halloween event will include several Halloween-themed activities – games, crafts, face painting, a costume contest, music and more. Admission is $3 per child ages 2-12. For info, visit republicmo.com/index.php/en/special-events/boogie-bash. Republic Community Center is located at 711 E. Miller Rd. 25 Friday North Point Church is having a costume dance party! Wear your fun Halloween costumes to a night filled with giveaways. Learn about Trickor-Treat safety, dance to fun music, play games for prizes, jump on an inflatable, eat snacks, get candy and much more. Fire truck, D.A.R.E car, C.O.P. car, a school bus that serves ice cream, free dental hygiene products, a photobooth 28

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Dinner provided. Free activities include inflatables, face painting, balloon animals, pony rides and more. For info, call Genisse at 732-1405 or go to calvarymo.com. Calvary Baptist Church, 804 US Hwy 60 W., Republic.

30 Wednesday First Baptist Church of Strafford is hosting Family Fest. Hotdog roast, hayride, games and fun for the whole family begins 6:30 p.m. Watch for more details on website. For more info, contact the church at 736-2148 or visit fbcstrafford.org.

Located at 400 S. Madison St., Strafford.

31 Thursday First Baptist Church Bolivar is having a Trunk-orTreat 5-6:30 p.m. Visit fbcbolivar.org or call 326-2431, 316 N. Main Ave., Bolivar.

31 Thursday Passion Assembly of God is hosting Fun-OWeen, a safe and fun way for kids to get candy and prizes, 6-7 p.m. Free for elementary age kids and parents. For info, contact the church at 831-6138, email Lisa at passion4him@att.net or visit passionassembly.org. Located at 806 N. Forest Ave., Springfield.

31 Thursday Get ready to have fun at James River Assembly’s October 31st Party, 6-9 p.m.! Families will have a blast at this safe and FREE event! Kids grade 5 and under will enjoy giant inflatables, cookie decorating, kettle corn, balloons and a glow show. Join them at either of JRA location – James River/South Campus at 6100 N. 19th St., Ozark or James River/West Campus located at 3953 W. Farm Rd. 168, Springfield. For more info, visit jamesriver.org. See ad on page 23.

31 Thursday Branson Landing is hosting their annual Safe Trick-or-Treat, 5-7 p.m. This safe Halloween alternative is exclusively for children in costume up to 12 years. Visit the businesses with Halloween signs in their windows. For info, visit bransonlanding.com. At 100 Branson Landing Blvd.

area, a big dance number to “Thriller” and other theatrical elements. Most of the event takes place inside, but there are some outside attractions. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and event runs 7-8:30 p.m. Located at 3401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield.Info, visit northpointchurch.tv.

26 Saturday Bass Pro Outdoor Festival’s first Rock4Kids run/walk of the 2013-14 season will be at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, located at 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. Entry into the run also provides entry into the Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park Fall Festival! Kids may run and try a corn maze, take a hayride, play in the bounce houses and more. Go to fitness.basspro.com for more info and to register. Save by registering by Oct. 13th. See on page 13.

26 Saturday Cassville Fall Festival. Event offers live music, craft booths, chili and salsa tasting, live entertainment, pet parade, food vendors and more.

Booths open at 8 a.m. For info, call 417-8472814 or visit cassville.com.

26 Saturday Halloween BOOnanza at the Branson RecPlex, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Activities include a Trick-or-Treat maze, a “haunted” hayride, costume contest, a cupcake walk, kids craft area, face painting, balloon animals, jumping inflatables, concessions and entertainment. Youth 12 years and under may purchase a punch card for five separate events for just $2. For info, visit bransonparksandrecreation.com. Located at 1500 Branson Hills Parkway.

26 Saturday Join South Gate Baptist Church for October Festival, 6 p.m. Giant picnic, outdoor games, inflatables, maze and Trunk-or-Treat after dark. For more info, contact the church at 886-3851 or visit southgate.org. Located at 5701 S. Farm Rd. 157, Springfield.

26 Saturday Join Ozark First Free Will Baptist Church on the square in Ozark for Trunk-or-Treat and Fall Fest, 6-8 p.m. Soup, chili, desserts, lots of fun and of course – candy! Info, call 581-5246 or go to ozarkfwb.com. Located at 201 E. Church St., Ozark.

27 Sunday Walnut Lawn Church of God is hosting a Trunkor-Treat from 5-8 p.m. For more info, call the church at 881-0826 or email office@wlchog.org.

Located at 554 W. Walnut Lawn, Springfield.

27 Sunday Join Grant Avenue Free Will Baptist Church for their Fall Carnival with games, food, jump houses and lots of fun, 3-4:30 p.m. For more info, contact Ann Cox at 865-2450 or visit grantavenuechurch.com. Located at 1060 S. Grant Ave., Springfield.

27 Sunday 4th Annual Car Show and Fall Carnival, 3:306:30 p.m. Free fun for all ages, includes car show with more than 100 collector cars.

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31 Thursday Truck-or-Treat at Grace Chapel Church. Free event. Fun all evening, decorated trucks, games, hotdogs, candy, face painting, balloon art, inflatables, pony cart ride, hay ride, cotton candy and food. 6-8 p.m. Call 887-5632 or go to gracechapelchurch.org for more info. Located at 1120 E. Plainview Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 23.

31 Thursday Halloween Trunk-or-Treat Bash, 6-8 p.m. at the Nixa Christian Church, 400 Northview Rd., Nixa.

Candy, picture booth, free food, games and prizes! Call the church for more info, 725-2850.

31 Thursday Trunk-or-Treat fun at National Baptist Church, 3050 N. National Ave., Springfield. Bring the family, come in costumes and there will be lots of treats for everyone, 6-7:30 p.m. For info, call 883-4111 or go to nationalheights.org.

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1956 Retail Lane Ozark, MO

Mention this ad and get

(Next to Walmart Supercenter - Ozark)

485-3550 3422 S. Glenstone Primrose Shopping Center

$2 off

(Next to Shoe Carnival & Best Buy)

889-0079

a hair cut!

450 W. Battlefield (SW Corner of Campbell & Battlefield, behind Burger King)

Limit one per person per coupon. Not valid with other specials. Valid only at participating locations. Expires 10/31/13. KD2

887-6712 Kmart Plaza

Saturday, Oct. 19th, join us for 1-day specials and a drawing for a “day of pampering” – additional specials on haircuts and hair products, too!

(SE Corner of Kearney & Glenstone)

864-5820 Breast Cancer Awareness Month promotions to be donated to Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks.

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FREE Souvenir Cup for Open Jumpers!*

8000 square feet facility Seven large inflatables Clean, family-owned facility Themed birthday parties We match any competitors coupons!

Perfect place for field trip about Australia!

SAVE

$30 on your

next party!

Bring in this ad to save $30 on any Jumpin’ Joey’s Birthday Party Package!

Not valid with any other discounts or promotions.

*First 100 Paid Open Jumpers in Costume Only.

No scary costumes please. Not valid with any other offers or discounts. Not valid with school groups or JUMP Night Out events. Expires: 10/30/13

Expires 11/30/13

2550 S. Campbell • By Lawrence Photo • 417.889.5639 • www.jumpinjoeysspringfield.com

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• Degreed/experienced teachers Ask about

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• A Beka Book curriculum

options available!

• Music, dance, art & Spanish B.C.B.A. Behavioral • Support • Weekly chapel

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Haircuts for Kids!

Bring in this ad for $2 off your haircut!

In Battlefield Marketplace!

Salon Especially for Kids!

Walk-ins & Appointments Fun Chairs to sit still in Indoor Playground 10 PlayStations/Satellite TV Hours: Monday-Friday 9-7 N Saturdays 9-5 900 E. Battlefield, Ste. 168

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Ballet Tap Jazz HipHop Lyrical

Now enrolling for fall!

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DON’T BE LEFT OUT IN THE COLD! Snowsuits!

Jackets!

Coats!

So many to choose from ... so much to save!

Get ’em while they last!

10% off!

All winter coats, jackets & snowsuits!

10% off only applies to winter coats, jackets and snowsuits. Purchase must be paid for with cash or credit card only. Other restrictions may apply. See store for details.

Expires Nov. 30, 2013

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!