YOUR go-to local resource for all things “Kids”
Serving Greene and Christian Counties, plus Dallas, Laclede, Polk, Stone, Taney, and Webster Counties.
Each month, we distribute directories to 400+ locations in eight southwest Missouri counties. For a pickup location near you, visit springfieldkids.com/find-a-directory
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Restaurants may modify or temporarily suspend Kids Eat Free offers and operating hours. We do our best to publish accurate information. Please call ahead to confirm offers. Thank you for supporting our local and locally owned and managed restaurants. Want to advertise your restaurant or know about a deal not listed? Email melinda@springfieldkids.com
HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. Kids age 3 and younger eat free every day. Drink not included. Dine-in only.
Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free.
SUNDAY
Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-862-7777. One half-price kids’ meal per adult meal purchased from 1-4 p.m. Cannot be combined with offers or coupons.
HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. 25 percent off for all students with school ID.
Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one full-priced adult entree and get one kids’ meal free, after 4 p.m. Dine-in or carry-out.
Village Inn, all Springfield locations. Get one kids’ meal for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal purchased. Offer good all day. Offer also good on Tuesday.
Village Inn, all Springfield locations. Get one kid’s meal for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal purchased. Offer good all day. Offer also good on Tuesdays.
WEDNESDAY
Andy B’s, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-883-1234. Kids age 12 and younger get a free kids’ meal with every menu item purchase valued at $9 or more.
“Kids Eat Free” Wednesday offers continue on page 12.
Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Lebanon, 417-532-1777. One free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include all-you-can-eat. Dine-in only.
S.S. Dockside Grill & Pub, 1528 N. Main St., Nixa, 417-374-7222. All day, gte one free kids’ meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only.
Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one regular 10” pizza and get one free on certain pizza selections. Limit 1 BOGO offer when ordering multiple pizzas.
Start off the school year on the right foot. Would your child benefit from an academic boost or enrichment? Do you need a before- or after-school program or services to help your child reach his or her potential? These great service providers are ready to assist you and your child, and when you talk with them, please tell them you saw their information here in Kids Directory.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield
Fremont Unit, 2814 N. Fremont Ave.
O’Reilly Unit, 2205 W. Kearney St.
Stalnaker Unit, 1410 N. Fremont Ave.
Henderson Unit, 835 W. Calhoun St.
Musgrave Unit, 720 S. Park Ave.
Sertoma Unit, 2524 S. Golden Ave.
417-862-9249 • bgclubspringfield.org
Before- and after-school programs with Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield enable youth ages 5-18, to participate in a variety of fun activities, promoting good character and citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and academic success. Through BGCS, youth have access to after-school meals and supportive relationships with caring adults. Six unique locations serve more than 4,000 kids throughout the Springfield-metro area. Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield also provides year-round sports opportunities. Register at bgclubspringfield.org/
Ozark Parks Afternoon Kids Club
At The Ozark Community Center
1530 W. Jackson St. • Ozark • 417-581-7002 x2004 ozarkmissouri.com/739/Afternoon-Kids-Club-AKC 417-581-7002 • ozarkmissouri.com/545/Child-Care-and-Camps
The OC provides after-school activities for Ozark Schools students in kindergarten-6th grade from 3:30-6 p.m. Transportation is provided from schools to The OC when school is in session. The program includes gym games, homework time, crafts, and snacks. Register online or at the OC front desk. Prorated tuition in shorter school months. Cost is $120/month for annual members and $140/month for non-members. See the ad on page 9.
Education Resources
Continued from page 19.
Ozarks Regional YMCA
Springfield/Clever: 417-862-8962
Branson/Hollister: 417-337-9622
Buffalo: 417-345-1116
Lebanon: 417-588-1177
orymca.org
Y Academy provides before- and after-school care with structured with time for students to start homework, engage in active fun, and enjoy a snack with friends. Participating in programs like this helps boost their school attendance and academic achievement. YMCA programs serve families who need quality wrap-around childcare during the school year. Staff members create a physically and emotionally safe and welcoming environment for all youth. Students are encouraged to think critically, make decisions, and solve problems. Families and the YMCA work, play, learn, and thrive together. Some centers provide childcare on snow days. For information about the programs offered near you, contact your nearest Ozarks Regional YMCA center. See the ad on page 16.
Springfield-Greene County Park Board SPARC
SPARC Office: 300 E. Harrison • Springfield 417-837-5737 • parkboard.org/SPARC
SPARC (School-Parks Are Reaching Our Community) is a partnership between Springfield Public Schools and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board. SPARC offers licensed before- and after-school childcare programs at SPS sites with a snack and social time, engaging enrichment activities, mentoring, homework assistance, specialty clubs, and youth sports. Fees are $30-45/week; scholarships are available for eligible families. See the ad on page 7.
Education Resources
Girls on the Run of Southwest Missouri gotrswmo.org • 417-763-3646
Girls on the Run of Southwest Missouri serves girls in 3rd-8th grades in Greene and Christian Counties. Trained volunteer coaches reach girls of all abilities in a team setting to strengthen their confidence and build life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons, and physical activity. At the end of the season, the teams complete a 5K together. If a GOTR team isn’t at your school, contact the office for information on starting a team. See ad on page 8.
The Arc of the Ozarks
2864 S. Nettleton • Springfield autismcenteroftheozarks.org
The Arc of the Ozarks Therapy Services provides speech, occupational, physical, and music therapy services to children of all ages in a safe, caring environment. They offer an individualized approach to therapy that will help your child increase their pre-academic and academic skills, resulting in increased confidence in the classroom. Intensive therapy options are available. See ad on page 13.
The Music Studio
3853 S. Cox Ave. • Springfield 417-343-9811 • themusicstudio.co
The Music Studio provides premiere music instruction where they desire to build a lifetime love of music and the arts for kids of all ages. Class Act Homeschool Performing Arts offers music and choir classes for homeschool students ages 6-19. Students will learn to read music, sing with correct vocal technique, perform with confidence and integrity, work together in an ensemble, and learn self-discipline. The Music Studio also offers private voice lessons and the Children’s Chorus of Springfield (ages 6-18; audition required). See ad on page 7.
August 2024
CALENDAR
While we strive to provide accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events online. You’ll find even more events on our website, springfieldkids.com.
Through Aug. 10
“Adventure Begins” summer reading program. Springfield-Greene County Libraries and local county library systems. thelibrary.org/ summerreading Through Aug. 15
Summer Junior Golf Pass. Unlimited golf at Springfield’s public courses for ages 17 and younger, noon to close. $189, with approval of Park Board Golf Course Pro. parkboardgolf.org
Through Labor Day
Ozarks Stream and Fountain at Jordan Valley Park, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway, Springfield 417-866-7444 or parkboard.org
Weekdays Through October
Garden Tram Tours at the Botanical Gardens, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration is required. $50/hour for up to 14 guests. Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center at Nathanael Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield 417-891-1515 or parkboard.org
Fridays, Aug. 2 and 16
Night Swim at Ozarks’ city pool, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Neal Grubaugh Pool, 907 E. Parkview St., Ozark. Call the OC for details. 417-581-7002 or ozarkmissouri.com
Friday-Sunday, Aug. 2-4
Park Day Reunion at Silver Springs Park, 1-6:30 p.m. Parade and picnic on Saturday. Timmons Hall at Silver Springs Park, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield parkboard.org/events
Saturday, Aug. 3
Park Day Splash & Sizzle Swimming at Silver Springs Pool, 1-6:30 p.m. Admission is $1/person or free with a canned food donation. Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield parkboard.org
Monday, Aug. 5
National Night Out Splash & Sizzle Swimming at Meador Pool, 5-7 p.m. Admission is $1/person or free with a canned food donation. Meador Pool, 2600 S. Fremont Ave., Springfield Aquatics Hotline, 417-864-2099 or parkboard.org
Friday, Aug. 9
Family Fishing Night at the Farm Park, 6-9 p.m. Catch-and-release fishing, the Cow Train, bounce house, and a campfire. Registration is required. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield 417-837-5949 or parkboard.org
Friday, Aug. 9
Insect-O-Rama at the Nature Center, 6:30-9 p.m. Creepy crawly fun for families. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield 417-888-4237
Saturday, Aug. 10
Family Day at thr Art Museum, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy watercolor art activities, treats (12-2 p.m. while supplies last) and art fun for families before the museum closes Sept. 1 for a major renovation project. Admission is always free. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield sgfmuseum.org See the ad on page 12.
Saturday, Aug. 10
Giboney Cave Tours at Doling Park. All ages (ages 4-17 with an adult). Explore the history of Giboney Cave. $5/person; $16/family of 4. Register for a tour time: 1, 2, or 3 p.m.
Hosted by the Park Board’s Outdoor Initiatives Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage, Springfield 417-833-8647 or parkboard.org
Saturday, Aug. 10
Free Movie Night at Finley River Park. “Kung Fu Panda 4” (rated PG) begins at 8:30 p.m. Concessions or food trucks available at 6:30 p.m.
Finley River Park, 891 N. Riverside Rd., Ozark 417-581-7002 or ozarkmissouri.com
Wednesday, Aug. 14
Baby Book Club at The Library Center, 9:30 a.m. Babies-only 30-minute program (ages 12 months and younger). The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield thelibrary.org
Friday, Aug. 16
Free Movie at Jordan Valley Park, 8:15 p.m. “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” (rated PG). Bring lawn chairs or blankets
for seating. Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield parkboard.org/movies
Friday, Aug. 23
Back-to-School Public Skate Night at the Ice Park, 6-8 p.m. Ice skating, activities, prizes, and music. $7/adult, $6/students and seniors. Free for ages3 and younger. $3 skate rental or bring your own. Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield 417-866-7444 or icepark.org.
Saturday, Aug. 24
Half-Price Admission Day at the Zoo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is half-price thanks to the support of area McDonald’s restaurants. No other coupons or discounts apply. General admission is $19/adults and teens, $14/ages 3-12, $16/ages 60+, and free for ages 2 and younger. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield dickersonparkzoo.org
Tuesday, Aug. 27
PALS: Giraffes at Wonders of Wildlife, 10 a.m. Ages 2-6 with an adult. One-hour class with enriching science activities, crafts, and games. Registration deadline is Aug. 20. Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-225-1162 or wondersofwildlife.org
