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In this issue..

Refrigerator Notes

Kids Eat Free (*or almost free)....6, 10, 12 December is filled with traditions— Holiday Gift Guide...................... 13-19 often related to where we travel, what December KIDS Calendar............ 20-21 we wear, what we eat, when we open Activities, Parties, & Programs gifts, and more.

As our children grow up, though, Candy Cane Lane (SGFGC Park Board).2 these traditions sometimes evolve.

Dickerson Park Zoo...........................17 When my son was younger, we made Dogwood Canyon Nature Park............9 multiple trips to Ozark’s Finley River Itty Bitty City....................................11 Park to drive through the light display.

Gardens Aglow (SGFGC Park Board)...8 Now that he’s older and living on his JoyRide RV Rentals.............................8 own, it’s more likely that I will drive Magical Stories & More.....................15 there by myself to steal away for a quiet Ozark Parks & Recreation..................15 30 minutes or so.

Ozarks Public Television....................23 And, it’s often less about what and Ozarks Regional YMCA......................19 when and where and more importantly Petra Ballet & School of the Arts.......15 WHO is with us at any given time.

Sac River Stables..............................17 Regardless of how and when you Springfield Art Museum......................2 celebrate the holiday season, we hope Springfield Ballet................................5 you are surrounded with people you love Springfield-Greene County Library....7 & 17 and who love you.

Springfield Little Theatre..................19 From the Kids Directory families Springfield Symphony Orchestra.......22 to yours, we wish you a blessed Urban Air Adventure Park.................12 holiday season filled with joy and good Wonders of Wildlife............. back cover memories. And, thank you for another great year in the page garden! | Boutiques & Resale ~Melinda, parent & publisher Once Upon a Child..............................3

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Each month, we distribute directories to 400+ locations in eight southwest Missouri counties. For a pick-up location near you visit springfieldkids.com/find-a-directory

Expedition Pediatric Dentistry...........11 Pierce Vision Specialists......................7 TheraCare of the Ozarks.....................7 Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Melinda Arnold: Parent/Publisher/Owner ©2023 Kids Directory/Fusion Link Communications LLC. This directory, in part or whole, cannot be reproduced or copied without written permission. Kids Directory reserves the right to refuse any advertising for any reason. Readers should verify advertised information with advertisers. Kids Directory® is a registered trademark of Hidden Values, Inc. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 800-960-6788.

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Kids Eat FREE The original original, most comprehensive guide in the Ozarks!

or almost free

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

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with purchase of one adult entrée valued at $8 or more, after 4 p.m.

Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

EVERY DAY

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.

MONDAY

Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-1401. After 4 p.m., get SUNDAY one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., younger) with purchase of an adult 417-862-7777. Kids’ meals are $2.49 entrée. Drink not included. and $3.49. Cannot be combined with Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, three offers or coupons. locations: 701 N. McCroskey Ave., Nixa, HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. 25 percent 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, Springfield; off for all students with school ID. 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077.

King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the Springfield, 417-866-5527. Free kid’s purchase of a regular-priced entrée. meal with every adult combo meal or Same offer available on Tuesdays and entrée purchased. Choose junior-size Wednesdays. cashew chicken or junior sweet and Pasta Express, four locations: sour. Maximum of three free meals.

3025 W. Republic Rd., 417-888-3048; Dine-in only.

3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-890-1345; Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-885-0030.

Branson, 417-334-3880. Kids age 9 and younger get a free kid’s meal with Free kid’s meal for kids age 12 and purchase of an adult entrée. Child younger with purchase of an adult must be present. entrée, 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

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Springfield Brewing Company 305 S. Market Ave., Springfield, 417-832-8277. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only.

The Roost Bar & Grill, 4216 S. Cox Rd., 417-612-9050; 2025 W. Sunshine St., 417-865-4000. Free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée, 6-10 p.m.

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 Tuesday.

Pizza Ranch, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-319-5021. One child 10 and under eats free per paying adult, 4-8 p.m.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, Two locations: 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-890-1212, Springfield; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 417-582-2776. Dine-in only, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., one free kids’ meal ($5.25 or less) for kids age 10 and younger for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased.

Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829. After 4 p.m., get one TUESDAY free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, three locations: 701 N. McCroskey Ave., Nixa, purchase.

417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., Village Inn, all Springfield locations. Get 417-368-5919, Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, one kid’s meal for kids age 9 and Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat younger with each adult meal for $2.99 with the purchase of a regular- purchased. Offer good all day. Offer also good on Tuesdays. priced entrée. Same offer available on Mondays and Wednesdays.

WEDNESDAY Andy B’s, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in 417-883-1234. Kids age 12 and younger Springfield, 311 Park Central, get a free kids’ meal with every menu 417-862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., 417-882-2249; and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., item purchase valued at $9 or more.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, three 417-883-5999; 602 N. 25th St., Ozark, locations: 701 N. McCroskey Ave., Nixa, 417-485-3800; and 301 Branson 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., Landing, Branson, 417-334-4478. One 417-368-5919, Springfield; free kid’s meal with purchase of an 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. adult entrée, 5-9 p.m.

All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location purchase of a regular-priced entrée. only, 807 N. Main St., 417-725-6803.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, One free kids meal for kids age 12 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, and younger for each adult entrée purchased, 5-8 p.m. Parents can get all- 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with the purchase you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m. of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more.

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. After 4 p.m., Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons. one free kids’ grill meal per adult grill meal for kids ages 10 and younger.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery,

THURSDAY

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.

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.

The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo. 417-345-1277. Dine-in only.

Kids eat free off kids’ menu, 4-8 p.m.

One free kid’s meal per paid adult meal.

Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-868-0042. After 5 p.m., kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s plate with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

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Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with purchase of one adult entrée ($5.99 or more).

Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons.

FRIDAY

Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829. All day, get one free kids’ entrée with one adult entrée.

SATURDAY

Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 417-581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée, 4-8 p.m. Only for children ages 10 and younger.

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Holiday Gift Guide Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

2038 W. State Hwy 86 • Lampe 900 E. Battlefield Rd. • Springfield 800-456-4812 dogwoodcanyon.org 417-889-4386 Dogwood Canyon Nature Park haircutsarefun.com encompasses 10,000 acres of Make your appointment today for haircuts and styles for holiday hiking and biking trails, wildlife parties and dinners. Get the best tours, horseback riding, and trout fishing amid a backdrop value with our pre-paid cards: 5 KidsCuts for $75. Gift certificates of towering bluffs, waterfalls, creeks, and wildlife. Support for haircuts, products, and conservation and give an annual accessories make great stocking stuffers. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.- membership as a gift; it includes unlimited visits to Dogwood 7 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 Canyon, special discounts, and p.m. Appointments available for exclusive members-only benefits. all ages, infants through adults.

The Family Holiday Offer includes See ad on page 17. four memberships, four guest tickets, and a free plush toy.

Dickerson Park Zoo 1401 W. Norton Rd. • Springfield (Offer valid through Dec. 31, 2023). Give the gift of adventure 417-833-1570 with a gift card redeemable at dickersonparkzoo.org Give a gift that inspires, educates, Wonders of Wildlife, Dogwood entertains, and connects children Canyon, Ancient Ozarks Natural and adults with nature and helps History Museum, and Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail. See ad on save animals. Give a Friends of page 9. the Zoo membership––a year of Continued on page 14. free admission plus invitations to special, members-only events; and discounts at the cafe and gift shop and on education classes.

Join the FOZ family and join a mission of seeing, connecting, and protecting wild animals and wild places. See ad on page 17.

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Itty Bitty City

Ozark Parks & Recreation

3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 • ittybitty.city Itty Bitty City has something for your Itty Bitty this holiday season.

The Toy Shop carries unique and imaginative toys and stocking stuffers from familiar toymakers like Melissa and Doug and Green Toys. Itty Bitty City has gift cards redeemable for admission, memberships, classes, events, and Toy Shop purchases. Fiveand 10-visit punch cards help save on admission if you aren’t ready for a full membership. Annual and monthly memberships make wonderful gifts that continue to give for the entire year. See ad on page 11.

Ozark Community Center–The OC 1530 W. Jackson St. • Ozark 417-581-7002 ozarkmissouri.com A membership to the Ozark Community Center (The OC) provides a year of access to state-of-the-art equipment and innovative programs. “Snow Days Off” for K-6th grade keep the kids busy when the weather is frightful. See ad on page 15.

Ozarks Regional YMCA

orymca.org Give the gift of health and fun for the new year. YMCA gift cards are available in any amount and can be redeemed for summer camp, sports, or any Y program, service, or membership. See ad on page 19.

Once Upon A Child

1421 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield • 417-886-1853 onceuponachildspringfieldmo.com Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used kids’ clothing, shoes, toys, and baby gear offering you the opportunity to recycle your children’s nearly new items and get paid on the spot. On a budget? Shop for your kids or grandkids at Once Upon A Child. Gift cards make great gifts for family, grandparents, and caregivers. See ad on page 3.

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Sac River Stables

5798 N. Farm Road 125 Springfield • 417-742-4200 sacriverstables.com Gift certificates are available for riding lessons, horse day camps, and birthday parties. Sac River Stables is a family-owned business, conveniently located five minutes north of Springfield and five minutes from the Frisco Highline Trail on a 200-acre farm Continued on page 16.

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bordered by the Little Sac River.

Instructors are CHA-certified, and the facility is accredited through CHA and Girl Scouts- and Boy Scouts-approved to earn horse badges. See ad on page 17.

Springfield-Greene Co. Parks

417-864-1049 • parkboard.org The Park Board has the perfect gift for any fitness or outdoor enthusiast. Ideas range from memberships for Chesterfield, Dan Kinney, or Doling Family Centers to golf gift cards redeemable at any of four Park Board golf courses. Parks gift certificates may be purchased for any amount to cover program fees for tennis, basketball, softball, swim lessons, summer camps, horseback riding, dance classes and more. Pair with a “Love Our Parks” apparel item for an extra special surprise (ParkBoard.org/Apparel). See ads on pages 2 and 8.

Springfield Ballet

Office: 411 N. Sherman Pkwy Springfield • 417-862-1343 springfieldballet.org Give the gift of ballet with season tickets to Springfield Ballet’s upcoming performances. Season tickets include “The Nutcracker” (Dec. 15-18) and “Alice in Wonderland” (May 3-5, 2024). A season of lasting memories for you and your family is waiting.

See ad on page 5.

Springfield-Greene Co. Libraries Springfield Little Theatre thelibrary.org/holidaystore The Springfield-Greene County Library system’s popular Holiday Store for kids returns Dec. 2-10 at The Library Center and Dec. 2 at The Library Station. Kids select and purchase holiday gifts priced for their budgets (from 25¢ to $10). The Holiday Store is for ages 18 and younger to shop for family, friends, and teachers. Find locations, days, and times on the Holiday Store website. See ads on pages 7 and 17.

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311 E. Walnut St. • Springfield 417-869-1334 springfieldlittletheatre.org Give a little theatre for the holidays. Springfield Little Theatre gift certificates can be through the box office in person or by phone or through SLT’s website.

Use gift certificates for shows during the remainder of the 202324 season. See ad on page 19.

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Springfield Symphony

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

Office: 411 N. Sherman Pkwy Springfield • 417-864-6683 springfieldmosymphony.org Give the gift of music for the new year. Contact the symphony office for information on assembling a holiday package of tickets for the remainder of the 2023-24 season.

See ad on page 22.

500 W. Sunshine St. • Springfield 888-222-6060 wondersofwildlife.org/holidays Celebrate the SEAsons of Wonder at Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium. Come experience one of the most magical Christmas traditions in Ozarks at a story time with Urban Air Adventure Park the Scuba Claus. Choose from either 2825 S. Glenstone Ave the Elf or Rudolph package Springfield • 417-210-7889 available on select days. A urbanair.com/missouri-springfield Wonders of Wildlife membership Urban Air is the ultimate includes unlimited visits to the indoor adventure park and a aquarium for one year plus destination for family fun for other great benefits. The Holiday all ages, unforgettable kids’ Membership Offer includes a birthday parties, and exciting family membership, four guest special events. At Springfield’s tickets, and a free plush toy.

Urban Air, kids can explore the (Offer valid through Dec. 31, Adventure Hub®, DropZone, 2023). Give the gift of adventure Warrior Course, the Battle with a gift card redeemable at Beam, and trampolines. Urban Wonders of Wildlife, Dogwood Air gift cards can be redeemed Canyon, Ancient Ozarks Natural for tickets, food and beverages, History Museum, and Lost Canyon and merchandise. Whether the Cave & Nature Trail. See ad on recipient is a frequent visitor or the back cover. will be exploring Urban Air for the first time, he or she can choose how to use your gift to make their adventure great. See ad on page 12.

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2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield 417-891-1515 or parkboard.org

Friday-Sunday, Dec. 1-3

“Elf: The Musical” at Springfield Little Theatre. Dates, showtimes, and ticket information online. The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield 417-869-1334 or springfieldlittletheatre.org See ad on page 19.

CALENDAR Friday-Sunday, Dec. 1-17

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.

Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 21-23 Tuesday-Sunday, Dec. 26-31

Gardens Aglow at Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 5-8:30 p.m. Discounted avance tickets. At the gate: $7/adult; $4/children ages 3-12. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield friendsofthegarden.org See ad on page 8.

Through Dec. 17

Candy Cane Lane at the Farm Park, 5-8 p.m. Turn on holiday music and drive through the farm park for holiday displays and lights. $5/vehicle. RutledgeWilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield parkboard.org See ad on page 2.

Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 2-10

Library Holiday Store. Kids can shop for their favorite people. Details online.

Dec. 2-10 at The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave. Dec. 2 only at The Library Station, 2535 N. Kansas Expressway thelibrary.org/holidaystore See ad on page 17.

Through Dec. 25

Festival of Lights at Finley River Park in Ozark. One-mile drive-thru light display.

Sunday-Thursday, 5-10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5-11 p.m. Free event, but donations are appreciated. Finley River Park, 891-961 N. Riverside Rd., Ozark 417-581-7002 or ozarkmissouri.com See ad on page 15.

Thursday, Dec. 7

Happy Hanukkah

Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 Tuesdays, Dec. 12, 19

Scuba Claus Story Time at Wonders of Wildlife. Details and tickets online.

Wonders of Wildlife, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield wondersofwildlife.org See ad on the back page.

Saturday, Dec. 9

“#MostWonderfulTime” holiday matinee concert with Springfield Symphony Orchestra, 2:30 p.m. The concert is free, but tickets are required.

Visit the symphony’s website for more details. Hammons Hall, 525 S. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield 417-864-6683 or springfieldmosymphony.org See ad on page 22.

Friday-Saturday, Dec. 1-2

Christmas at Gray/Campbell Farmstead.

Enjoy an old-fashioned holiday celebration. Friday, 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, 1-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. At Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Downtown Springfield Christmas Parade, 2 p.m. itsalldowntown.com

Holiday Nature Crafts, 1-4 p.m. Comeand-go activity in the lobby and classroom for ages 5-adults. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield 417-888-4237

Saturday, Dec. 9 & Sunday, Dec. 10 “Christmas in Narnia” by Petra Ballet.

Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.

Performance is at Ozark High School, 1350 W. Bluff Dr., Ozark. 417-425-9891 or petraballet.square.site See ad on page 15.

Saturday, Dec. 16

Santa Dive at Chesterfield Pool, 6-7 p.m.

Ages 6 months-12 years. Swim with Santa. Take home an ornament craft kit. $10/family center member; $20/nonmembers. Chesterfield Family Center, 2511 W. Republic Rd., Springfield 417-891-1616 or parkboard.org

Saturday, Dec. 9 & Sunday, Dec. 10 “#MostWonderfulTime” concert with Springfield Symphony Orchestra.

Saturday at Hammons Hall, 525 Hammons Pkwy., Springfield, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at The Mansion Theatre, 189 Expressway Ln., Branson, at 2 p.m. Box office: 417-836-7678 or springfieldmosymphony.org See ad on page 22.

Monday, Dec. 25

Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 9-24

Santa at the Butterfly Palace. Holiday lights and music and butterflies. Photo opportunities with Santa on selected dates. The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure, 4106 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson thebutterflypalace.com

Tuesday-Friday, Dec. 26-29

Winter Wrangler Worship Day Camp at Sac River Stables, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Spiritual growth and horsemanship education for students in kindergarten and older. Sac River Stables, 5798 N. Farm Rd. 125, Springfield 417-742-4200 or sacriverstables.com See ad on page 17.

Friday-Monday, Dec. 15-18

“The Nutcracker” presented by Springfield Ballet. See website for show times. Tickets at the Landers Theatre box office (417-869-1334 or landerstheatre.org) The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield springfieldballet.org See ad on page 5.

Wednesday-Friday, Dec. 27-29 Tuesday-Wednesday, Jan. 2-3

SPARC Winter Break Program, 7 a.m.6 p.m. Ages 5-12 enjoy camp-style activities during winter break at multiple locations. Cost: $25/child per day.

417-837-5737 or parkboard.org

Saturday, Dec. 16

Eagles of North America at Dogwood Canyon, 1-2 p.m. Dickerson Park Zoo program with bald and golden eagles at the Dogwood Canyon Nature and Conservation Center. Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, 2038 State Hwy 86, Lampe dogwoodcanyon.org See ad on page 9.

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