Springfield Kids' Directory

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Happy New Year, Families!

Can’t believe it’s 2014! A new year, a fresh slate, the perfect time to make changes for the better. Sit down and make some resolutions together as a family – resolve to do more things together and make family a priority. And the new year brings another round of birthdays – you’ll find of first of two annual birthday party guides in this issue beginning on page 14. Our advertisers have A LOT of unique, creative ideas to make your child’s birthday party very fun and memorable. Remember to tell them you found them in Kids Directory!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers

FEATURES Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Winter Birthday Party Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 KIDS Community Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Amusements & Entertainment Battlefield Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Fishing for Kids Guide Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Jumpin’ Joey’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Titanic Museum Attraction - Branson . . . . . 31 Business Opportunities Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Childcare and Education Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Developmental Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . .28 Grow to Know Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 James River Weekday Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . .12 University Child Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Churches Grace Chapel Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 James River Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . .7 Furniture & Decorating Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . .30 Fantastic Sams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Health & Wellness Active Life Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Mercy Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Instructional Programs & Lessons All-Star Gymnastics and Cheer . . . . . . . . . . .15 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Dance Canvas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Kindermusik by Ellen Hartman . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . .21 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Noah’s Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 OTC - Kids College 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 School of Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 School of Rock - Little Wing for preschoolers .21 Singularity Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 The Kid’s Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Battlefield Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Fishing for Kids Guide Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Jumpin’ Joey’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . .21 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Marty the Magician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Noah’s Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Sac River Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 The Social Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Titanic Museum Attraction - Branson . . . . . 31 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Professional Services Clutter Free by Sharon Johnson . . . . . . . . . .30 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Tree House Children’s Resale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Restaurants McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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, Special Features Editor Danielle@springfieldkids.com – 417.689-0409 Sharon, Robin, Christie, Corey, Danielle, Tim, Dan, Sherri and Kathy distribute 15,000 directories each month to more than 600 locations in SW Missouri.

Want to know more about advertising?

Call Kathy at 417.234.5040 or email kathy@springfieldkids.com.

Kids Directory 2014. This directory, in part or whole, is not to be reproduced or copied without written permission. The 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. 214.559.7283. We are expanding our network of Kids Directories. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 1.800.960.6788. For information about advertising in The Kids Directory, call 417.234.5040.

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

Kids Eat 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. Please 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 Kids Combo FREE! Offer for kids 12 years and younger. Available all day. Register at www.KidsBowlFree.com/Battlefield. See ad on page 3.

Chappy’s Deli - 1915 W. Marler Ln., Ozark - 581-6686. All day, 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. Code CLU5349.

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 4-9 p.m., kids 12 and under get a free kids 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.

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 $1.75 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 kids “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 - 887-5555. 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 2415 N. Glenstone - 831-7427. One free kids meal with purchase of an adult meal and drink, 4 p.m. to close at the Nixa location and all day at the Glenstone 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 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

Enoch’s Barbecue and Southern Classics - 2102 W. Chesterfield Blvd., B102 - 881-2888 and 307 S. National, 865-2888. Get a free kids meal for each adult meal purchased. Child must be present to get deal.

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“Winter Wonderland” Parent's Night Out

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Kids Eat Free*

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*or almost free!

MONDAYS - continued

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

Kids 12 years and under. For menu info, visit www.leongsasiandiner.com.

Rib Crib - 750 N. 18th St. - Ozark - 581-5566 - Purchase one adult entree and get up to two free kids menu meals from 5-8 p.m. 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.

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

TUESDAYS

Bair's All-American Sports Grill - Republic location only - 1644 US Highway 60 E, Republic, 417-732-5077. Kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regular-priced entree after 4 p.m..

Big Whiskey's - 311 Park Central - 862-2449, 1440 W. Republic Rd. - 882-2249, 1550 E. Battlefield Rd. - 883-5999. 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 – All day, get one free kids meal for each adult entree purchased. 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.

Drawing just for kids at 7:30 p.m. each week. Free treats, too!

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

Lone Star Steakhouse - 201 Wildwood Dr. S. Branson - (417) 336-5030. All day, receive 1 kids meal 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 - Get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under - 4-11 p.m.

Pizza Hut - In Springfield – West Sunshine and Glenstone locations. Kids 12 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. At Ozark location, 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. At Chesterfield location, deal is 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (all day.)

WEDNESDAYS

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464 and 2725 N. Kansas Ewpwy - 865-2999. 3-8 p.m., all kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are just $1.99 with purchase of adult entree. Dine in only.

Famous Dave’s Barbecue - 4406 S. Campbell Avenue - 877-8646. All day, receive a free kids 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.

Ryan's Steakhouse - 2501 S. Campbell - 887-9553. Family night every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Kids eat for 99¢.

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 $1.75 kids meals for each adult meal purchased.

Rosie Jo's Cafe – Ozark - 915 W. Jackson in the Riverview Plaza - 581-6047. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of 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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KINDERMUSIK BY ELLEN 417-883-6558 or 417-343-8813 Ellen comes to your location to lead musical activities with creative movement. She provides instruments, scarves, music, and other props, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the musical activities. Each party features 30 to 40 minutes of entertainment.

In the Springfield area, a party with up to 10 children costs only $70. For an additional cost, party favor bags with instruments, or props are available with two weeks notice. Schedule your party at least two weeks prior to your chosen date. Call Ellen today for a memorable, musical party your child will never forget! For info, go to ellen.yourvirtuoso.com.

See ad page 27.

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Winter Birthday Party Guide

LITTLE WING PROGRAM AT SCHOOL OF ROCK – 417-887-6388 1658 E. Sunshine, Springfield. Looking for an original party idea for your little one? Book a Little Wing Rock 'N Roll Party party at School of Rock for musical fun with a Rock 'N Roll twist, designed for children 2-6 years old.

Have your party at the School of Rock or they can bring the party to you! The stage is set for two hours of fun and learning with a musicthemed craft, dancing, singing and rock band instrument play. Party options available for up to 15 children. Spice up the party with extra fun! Add face painting, Rock Star hair styles and a Band Photo Shoot. "Gig Bag" instruments available for purchase include maracas, tambourines and rhythm sticks. Additional items for purchase are Little Wing band T-shirts, party invitations, Thank You cards and gift certificates. Contact Little Wing Director, Jonna Howes, at School of Rock today to get more details on how to customize a Rock 'N Roll party for your Little Rock Star. Call the studio or email jhowes@littlewing.com. See ad on page 21.

Is your child about to celebrate a birthday? Look no further, we’ve got all the ideas and contact info you could ever use to create a fabulous party for your child. So get started with your party planning and remember to tell our party people that you found them in Kids Directory!

Dance & Music DANCE CANVAS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER – 417-300-2093 2121 W. Republic Rd. (next to PriceCutter), Springfield. Come and celebrate your special occasion with Dance Canvas! Their kids' parties are a fun one-to-two hour dance extravaganza in a newly-refurbished studio with funky music, exciting dance-themed games and a fun, experienced instructor. The kids will have a great time while learning an awesome routine to perform for the parents at the end of the party. You can bring your own refreshments, and they'll provide quality decorations, tables, plates, cups, etc. Just give them a theme, the birthday girl/boy's favorite song and they'll do the rest! A 1-hour party for up to 15 children is just $145, one-and-a-half hours is $165 (additional children for $3 each).

For more info (and photos) head to dancecanvas.org or call the studio. You bring the kids and they'll bring the fun! See ad page 19.

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SCHOOL OF ROCK – 417-887-ROCK (7625) 1658 E. Sunshine, Springfield. School of Rock provides the coolest atmosphere anywhere for your birthday party! If you are looking for something special, we have a staff of pro musicians who will lead an event guaranteed to

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S. Kansas Expwy & Republic Road Next to Qdoba • 417.887.1301 www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com No appointment needed!

Party must be booked by 2/15/14. Please present this ad when booking. Cannot be combined with other offers.

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Perfect for children turning 3-10. Visit www.noahs-art.com for more details. See ad on page 21.

THE SOCIAL EASEL – 417-496-7972 Treat your birthday child to a private painting party designed just for them! The birthday child can pick their favorite design and artist Christie Hawkins will teach party goers stepby-step how to create their own masterpieces.

All art materials are supplied for you. All you need is a space to set up a table or two for the canvases. Parties are $200 for up to 10 children.

Minimum age for birthday parties is 5-years of age. Paintings can be customized to fit any theme, but simple enough for the children to have fun and enjoy painting. Call Ms. Christie today for more info or to book your party! More info at facebook.com/TheSocialEasel. See ad on page 21.

Winter Birthday Party Guide SCHOOL OF ROCK – 417-887-ROCK (7625) make lasting memories! We teach people of all ages and musical capabilities to make music together. School of Rock’s Rock & Roll Party is a perfect event for your get together of 6 to 12 people, ages 7 to adult! Professional music teachers will introduce party goers to popular rock songs, teach individuals (regardless of musical experience) to sing the song or play an instrument, and even perform the song together as the highlight of the party! SOR provides the rehearsal facility, the music equipment and gear, and the teachers – you provide the students – and together everyone has a killer time. Contact SOR to play out the day. Each party can be customized to the musical tastes of the guest of honor ... then party School of Rock style! Call the studio, email springfield@schoolofrock.com or go to www.schoolofrock.com/springfield for more info. See ad on page 23.

TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTION – 800-381-7670 3235 West 76 Country Blvd., Branson.

TitanicMuseum Attraction honors each special birthday! Celebrate your children's birthday onboard and all crew members will celebrate your child's day throughout your voyage. Every little girl wants to become a Titanic princess – honor her with her own Titanic tiara, a princess sash, along with a Crew Button for just $32. Every young boy wants to be a Captain of the Titanic – each young lad will receive a Captain's Hat, a very special Titanic lapel pin and his very own Crew Button for only $32. Surprise them and call (417) 334-9500 today to make your reservations. See ad on page 31.

Educational Fun & Creativity

Party with the Animals!

DISCOVERY CENTER – 417-862-9910 438 E St. Louis St., downtown Springfield.

Discovery Center has two birthday party rooms for twice the fun! Have your party at Discovery Center and your party participants get to experience more than 300 hands on exhibits! No matter what age birthday you are celebrating everyone will have a blast.

Discovery Center staff will welcome your group, check everyone into the museum and clean-up. If you have a Discovery Center membership, you will receive 10% off your total party price. Call Discovery Center for more details at 862-9910, Ext. 706 and reserve your party date or check the website at www.discoverycenter.org.

NOAH’S ART CENTER – 417-889-2779 2742 S. Campbell Ave. in Springfield.

Celebrate your child's next birthday with a V.I.P. party at Noah's Art children's art center!

Noah's Art hosts full service, private, themebased, hand prepared, age-appropriate parties! Noah's Art will provide a private party space, instructors, guided art activities, face painting, a giant birthday banner, treat bags, decorative balloons, paper products (cups, plates, etc.), and set-up/clean-up. All attending children will create three to four crafts based on the birthday child's favorite theme!

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DICKERSON PARK ZOO – 417-833-1570 3043 North Fort in Springfield. Do you have a WILD child? Celebrate your child’s special day at Dickerson Park Zoo with a birthday-ina-bag (available April through September).

Includes admission, train tickets and petting zoo feed for 10 children and two adults. Call for pricing For more info, visit them online at dickersonparkzoo.org.

FISHING FOR KIDS GUIDE SERVICE BY ROB DAVIS – 417-300-6729 Does your child love the great outdoors? Love being on the lake? Then Rob Davis has a very cool and unique birthday party idea for your child’s next birthday – take them on a guided fishing trip that’s planned just for them! With a 20-foot boat, there’s ample room to fish and relax. Fishing on Rob’s excursions, you’ll be catching mostly Crappie, Bass, Perch and Catfish. You keep what you catch (if you want to.)

Rob will even clean your catch so you can take it home and cook it for supper! To learn more about a birthday with the fishes, give Rob a call or go to his website at fishing4kids.com.

See ad on page 27.

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At your next birthday party, horse around!

5798 N. Farm Road 125 Springfield, MO (417) 742-4200 www.sacriverstables.com

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JUMPIN' JOEY'S – 417-889-5639 2550 S. Campbell Ave. in Springfield. At Jumpin’ Joey’s, a kid can jump like a Kangaroo! They offer the newest and cleanest bounce houses, obstacle courses and a huge inflatable pirate ship! Birthday parties include two full hours in their large party rooms. You’ll also get a visit from Jumpin’ Joey himself.

Themed packages: Pirate, Princess, Sports, Puppies, or Classic. Each party has a visit from our kangaroo mascot JOEY! If you wish to make your child's party memorable, book with Jumpin’ Joey’s in their Australian-themed OUTBACK Warehouse. Parties include: invitations, all paper products, clean up, two full hours in party territory, pizza, cupcakes and balloons! See ad page 23.

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Winter Birthday Party Guide LIBBY FERGUSON TRAINING CENTER – 417-888-0845 3580 E. Applehill Lane, located behind Cooper Estates in Springfield. Stirrup some fun with a party at Libby Ferguson’s wonderful equestrian facility complete with indoor arena!

Experience this unique party concept with real four-footed party animals! Call Libby for more details and to reserve your party date or go to libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com. See ad on page 21.

JUMP MANIA – 417-881-5867 2745 S. Kansas Expressway, Springfield. Jump Mania is a Best of 417 Magazine's "Best place to have a kid's birthday party!” Birthday Parties made easy! Jump Mania is THE place for kids to have a great time and Mom and Dad to enjoy a party with no effort. It's a BLAST! They provide everything you need for a memorable party. Jump Maniac Party Package provides invitations, balloons, T-shirt, pizza, cake, ice cream, party room, paper goods, and a party host to take care of everything. Other packages also available. Spaces are limited, so call soon!

For info, visit jumpmaniaspringfield.com. See ad on page 15.

SAC RIVER STABLES – 417-742-4200 5798 North Farm Road 125, Springfield.

To horse around on your next birthday, trot on over to the Sac River Stables, LLC. Parties include a climate-controlled party room along with horses, tack, helmets & other equipment needed for riding in an indoor riding arena.

All parties are supervised by CHA-certified instructors at our CHA-accredited facility, using well-trained horses. Contact them today by email: info@sacriverstables.com, by fax at 742-4200 or online at sacriverstables.com.

See ad on page 19.

KIDS @ PLAY RECREATION – 417-725-7517 Located at the corner of CC Highway and Main Street in Nixa, Kids@Play Recreation now offers birthday parties. Come and enjoy the Springfree trampoline, Goalsetter basketball goal and our all-redwood wooden play set.

Birthday parties are available for bookings seven days a week and are always completely private, no shared play area to worry about.

They provide a large pizza, drinks, paper goods and invitations. Parties can accommodate up to 10 children ages 2-12. Weather permitting there is also a play area outside that would be accessible for the party goers.

Prices are $60 for a 2-hour party plus $6 per child. Call Kids@Play Recreation for more details and to reserve your party date. See their website at 417kids.com. See ad page on 13.

Party Destinations BATTLEFIELD LANES – 417-883-1234 1127 E. Battlefield, Springfield. Party upstairs or downstairs at Battlefield Lanes for the ultimate party! Upstairs, you'll find glow bowling, a seriously cool arcade and prize redemption center, full grill with yummy snacks, appetizers, entrees and beverages and multiple pool tables. Glow bowling features fun music videos on five big screens. Battlefield Lanes has several party packages to choose from – one is sure to fit your budget. Select a bowling birthday party or a party downstairs in The Event Zone – or a combination of the two! If you choose to add The Event Zone to your party, you can have a party for up to 70 with a dance floor – or banquet space for up to 150 without the dance floor. Mom approved music and music videos add to the fun with no worries for parents. Birthday child gets free souvenir birthday bowling pin for everyone in the party to sign. Each party package comes with your own event host to lead the festivities so you can enjoy the party, too! Your host takes care of everything – even snapping party pics! Go to battlefieldlanes.com for more info or call and ask for the party planner. See ad on page 3.

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PIGTAILS & CREWCUTS – 417-887-1301 4127 S. Kansas Expressway, Suite 120 on the corner of S. Kansas Expwy & Republic Rd., next to Qdoba. Party with Pigtails & Crewcuts!

Offering theme parties for boys and girls. Do you have a princess in training or a little diva who is ready to walk the red carpet? How about the little cowgirl or cowboy that is ready for the wild, wild west? If you have a little scallywag in the house, then a pirate treasure hunt is in store. Or get a little island fever and learn to hula! Call for details or visit www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com. See ad on page 14.

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includes lifeguard, deck manager and scuba instructor, as well as all scuba equipment. Parties are available Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons. To schedule or for more information, contact Kathy Glaser at kglaser@diventures.net. See ad page 17.

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DYNAMICS GYMNASTICS – 417-890-0946 2100 E. Pythian an 3624 W. Republic Rd. in Springfield. Your kids will flip for a party at Dynamics Gymnastics! Dynamics will provide supervised, open gym-style gymnastics and free play. Upon request we can provide ageappropriate instruction, games, obstacle course, parachute, etc. Parties start at just $100 for up to 10 children. This includes one hour of gymnastics and games with a qualified instructor and 30-minutes for cake and presents. All paper products are provided. Visit them online at dynamics-gymnastics.com for more details. See ad page 16.

Winter Birthday Party Guide

Party Resources MARTY THE MAGICIAN – 417-581-1664 Birthday parties are a specialty with Marty Hahne, "Marty the Magician!" He offers two packages to help make your child's birthday an unforgettable experience. His 35-minute birthday show features funny, colorful magic, tons of audience participation and a live bunny rabbit! Call today for more details and to reserve your party date. For info, visit www.martythemagician.com. See ad page 19.

HARMAN’S ATA MARTIAL ARTS – 417-889-9312 4240 S. Fremont Ave. in Springfield. Visit SuperCoolBirthdays.com for details on your next party. Birthday child will have a awesome time, and even get to cut the cake with a real samurai sword! This is the party that all the kids will remember. Your child will have a blast!

Three different levels of parties to fit every budget. Karate birthday parties are the BEST! Get all the info you need from the website.

Limited availability, don't miss out – book your party now. See ad on page 19.

MARTIAL ARTS USA – 417-886-3331 4560 S. Campbell Ave., Ste. 132, Springfield.

Featuring Karate parties with a curriculum just like their classes. Every minute is filled with safe, fun and meaningful activities. Instructors are educators and convey a message of positive enforcement in every skill and drill that the children do. Instructors keep everyone entertained while teaching cool martial arts skills. Kids play games to build confidence, teamwork and focus. Your child and their friends will break boards, eat cake, punch and kick while having a fantastic time. Fun games and events such as dodge ball, karate baseball, gladiators, freeze tag, relay races and more. The birthday child gets to choose the games and events. Your child will smile with confidence as he or she celebrates the martial arts way! Visit springfieldkarateparty.com for details. See ad on page 11.

OZARKS REGIONAL YMCA – WWW.ORYMCA.ORG Make your kids next "Big Day” a real event with a YMCA Party! The YMCA offers parties with lots of fun activities to choose from. Your kids and their friends will have a fun-packed birthday event to remember. For more information or to reserve your party contact these locations: For Ward/Downtown YMCA, call 862-7456. For Pat Jones YMCA, call 881-1599.

See ad on page 5.

Sports & Fitness Fun ALL-STAR GYMNASTICS & CHEER – 417-725-1304 On Tracker Road in Nixa between 160 and Main Street in Nixa. Enjoy your best birthday party ever in your own private, 6000-square foot gym with your own private gymnastics coach! All-Star hosts parties on Saturdays for ages 2-12 years featuring an inflatable, a 50foot long trampoline, games, contests, an obstacle course and more. Birthday child receives a free T-shirt. They provide the paper products and invitations. All you have to provide is the cake/food. Prices are $135 for non-members, $125 for members. Party cost covers 10 children plus the birthday child.

Additional children just $4 each. $40 deposit required to reserve your party time. Call AllStar Gymnastics & Cheer for more details and to reserve your party date. See ad on page 15.

DIVENTURES SCUBA AND SWIM CENTER – 417-883-5151 5225 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. Host your next celebration underwater! Bring the party to DiVentures, where parents can relax while kids splash around in our heated, indoor pool!

DiVentures offers swim and scuba parties yearround. Swim parties include open swim (with lifeguards) for children 6 and older. Scuba parties include an introductory diving class (with a certified dive instructor) for children 10 and older. Swim Parties - $250. Fun for up to 12 guests, 90 minutes pool time, 30 minutes in party room, includes lifeguard and deck manager. Add up to eight additional guests for $50 (includes one extra lifeguard). Scuba Parties - $300. Fun for up to 12 guests, 90 minutes pool time, 30 minutes in party room, Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Unleash her inner Diva!

Two spring break Diva camps!

March 10-12 and March 13-15. All about singing – warm-ups, breathing, performance tips and go home with a recorded performance of your chosen song! Camps run 9am-3pm. Call 887-ROCK or email springfield@schoolofrock.com for details. Space is limited!

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CALENDAR Submit your events by going to the calendar on our website. Remember, our web calendar has way more info than we can print here – springfieldkids.com.

January 2014 3 Friday & 4 Saturday Holiday Open Gym & Swim at Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center, 10 a.m.-Noon! Cost is $5 per child.

Adults must stay to supervise their child. For info, call 864-6869 or visit springfieldgymnastics-aquatics.com.

Located at 529 S. Cavalier, Springfield.

will be available at the Lake Springfield Boathouse and Marina during event hours. Center is located at 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.

24 Friday Parents Night Out – “Winter Wonderland,” 6-9 p.m.

Bring your child, 6-weeks through grade 5, for an evening of frosty fun! Watch the movie "Ice Age" and enjoy snow cones! FREE! Please pre-register at uhbc.org or call 417-862-0789. University Heights Baptist Church is located at 1010 S. National Ave., Springfield. See ad page 7.

25 Saturday Calling all Cub Scouts! It is Cub Scout Night at the Museum, 6:30-9 p.m. Join the Discovery Center for an evening with a variety of activity stations to support a wide array of achievements and badge requirements.

Special guides and activities available on this night only. No pre-registration is required. Adults and children not participating in the Scout program are welcome and will be charged general admission. More info, call 862-9910 or visit discoverycenter.org. Discovery Center is located at 438 E. St. Louis St., Springfield.

26 Sunday Wipe out your overdue book fines while you help Ozarks Food Harvest during Food For Fines week, a project of The Library and Ozarks Food Harvest. For each nonperishable food item you donate at any library branch or Mobile Library in the SpringfieldGreene County Library District, you will get 50¢ credit on overdue book fines and other checkouts (Does not apply to fees for lost or damaged materials.) All donations must have a label and cannot be expired, dented or damaged. Glass containers will not be accepted.

Questions, call Kathleen at 616-0564 or visit thelibrary.org.

31 Friday Springfield Little Theatre presents “Music Man Junior.”

An American musical classic, Music Man Junior follows fast-talking traveling salesman and con artist Harold Hill to River City, Iowa, where he sets out to sell band instruments and uniforms for a boy’s marching band before skipping town with the money. His plans are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian. For show times and tickets, call the box office at 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Landers Theatre, located at 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad page 29.

7 Tuesday Bring your child (crawling-7 yr.) to All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer for Mommy & Me! Your child will enjoy their large castle inflatable, trampolines, bars, balance beams and much more! Mommy & Me is every Tuesday, 11:15 a.m.-Noon and is open to members and non-members. Cost is $5. Info, call 725-1304 or visit allstargymandcheer.com. Located at 1347 N. Ashley Dr., Nixa. See ad page 15.

10 Friday Titanic Museum Attraction pays tribute to the musicians who were on board with its new 2014 gallery! This year's major themed exhibit introduces the eight heroic musicians whose comforting strains helped drown-out the sadness and sorrow of that dark night. Stories of their gallantry captured the spirit of courage, duty and selfsacrifice. Info, 800-381-7670 or visit titanicbranson.com.

Branson Titanic Museum Attraction located at 3235 76 Country Blvd., Branson. See ad page 31.

17 Friday &18 Saturday School of Rock Springfield is proud to present students from its performance program playing hits from the great era coined “The British Invasion.” The young rockers, some their first time performing live, will perform music by artists whose sound took the U.S. by storm in the mid-1960s from the Beatles and Rolling Stones to Led Zeppelin. Both evenings’ doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:30 p.m. Limited amount of tickets on sale at School of Rock Springfield (1658 E. Sunshine St.) for $5. Tickets also available for $10 at the door and kids under 6 are free. For more info, call 887-ROCK or visit schoolofrock.com. At Cartoons Oyster Bar and Grill, 1614 S. Glenstone Ave, Springfield. See ad page 23.

18 Saturday & 19 Sunday Springfield Conservation Nature Center celebrates the annual return of bald eagles to Lake Springfield for Eagle Days. Includes the indoor presence of Phoenix, a live bald eagle from Dickerson Park Zoo. Programs will be in the nature center auditorium every hour from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday and 12:30-4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Stop by anytime and plan to spend about two hours. Opportunities to view bald eagles in the wild, Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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New classes begin in February!

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

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For info or to enroll, call Donna at 417.425.4618 or email Jodya@childrensmusicacademy.org.

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Come in from the cold– take a tour today!

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Start your New Year off at Grace Chapel Church!

Please join us Sundays at 9 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.

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Looking to connect to a great Preschool or Kindergarten?

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BABY BUCK! Saturday, January 11 *Offer good on resale clothing items priced $3.99 or less. Store credit not valid for Baby Buck items. Cannot be combined with any other offers or coupons. So all our valuable customers can share in the savings, there is a limit of 20 1-dollar items per household.

For one day only, get Newborn to 12-month clothing for JUST ONE DOLLAR!* From clothing to furniture and toys, Children’s Orchard has a great deal on every little thing you need for baby’s first year, with everyday prices up to 80% below retail!

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1278 E. Republic Rd. • Twin Oaks Marketplace • Springfield • (417) 881-9901 Open Monday through Saturday • 10-6 & Sunday 12-4 We buy all seasons all the time and we pay cash for kids stuff!