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Whew! Good-bye, 2021—Hello, 2022!

I know you agree, it’s been a long couple of years navigating through the coronavirus pandemic, and we’re not finished yet.

Still, there is reason to be optimist with the beginning of a new year. This is a great time to help your bigs and littles start fresh. Maybe it’s keeping their rooms clean. Maybe it’s helping more around the house or with a pet. Maybe it is reading more or having a family game night once a week.

Whatever it is, remember the best “resolutions” are specific, attainable, and measurable (you know what success looks like) on a time line (I will do X by Y time.)

What if you aren’t a resolution kind of person? That’s OK, too. Take stock of the blessings around you, care about others AND yourself.

For me, my resolution is to get on top of paper by setting aside a day each month to be my “paper day.” (Angela, my assistant, is laughing reading this .) I like to think of myself as an organized person, but you wouldn’t know it if you saw my desk and office. We’ll see how I do with that day in January. My success will hinge on blocking off the day in my calendar and sticking with it.

Each and every day, tell your kids you love them. Give lots of hugs. Love the earth and all it provides. Wash your hands, wear a mask around others, and be good to yourself. Remember to take care of yourself. You’ve got this! |

Kids Eat Free (or almost free).............6 Birthday Party Guide.................. 10-13 January Event Calendar.............. 16-17

Boutiques, Consignment & Resale Haute Tot Kids Resale.......... back cover Once Upon a Child..............................3

Academics & Education

Sylvan Learning Center.......................2

Activities, Entertainment & Events

Dickerson Park Zoo...........................14 Imaginasium.....................................10 Jungle Gym......................................13 Ozarks Knockerball...........................10 Ozarks Public Television....................19 Sac River Stables..............................10 Springfield Art Museum......................2 Springfield-Greene County Library......7 Springfield-Greene County Parks........5 Springfield Little Theatre..................15 Springfield Symphony Orchestra.......18

Hair Salons

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids.......12

Healthy Kids & Healthy Families

Expedition Pediatric Dentistry.............7 Pierce Vision Specialists....................15 TheraCare Outpatient Services............2

Restaurants

Pizza Ranch........................................7

~Melinda, parent of a teen & publisher

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Kids Eat FREE The original original, most comprehensive

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Due to restrictions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants may modify or temporarily suspend Kids Eat Free offers. We do our best to publish accurate information. Please call ahead to confirm offers. Some restaurants may limit service to carry-out and/or curb-side pick-up only while others have opened up limited dining room seating. 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!

EVERY DAY

SUNDAY

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued at $8 or more, after 5 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

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America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free.

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. Kids age 3 and younger eat free every day. Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-862-7777. Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. Cannot be combined with offers or coupons.

King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-866-5527. Free kid’s meal with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Choose junior cashew chicken or junior sweet and sour. Maximum of three free meals. Dine-in only.

Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-334-3880. Kids age 9 and younger get a free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée. Child must be present.

5 Spice China Grill, 2058 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-799-0215. One free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée. For ages 12 and younger, after 4 p.m. Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée.

WEEKDAYS

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, Monday through Friday.

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Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, and 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-866-2700, in Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée. Also on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Pasta Express, for dine-in only at four Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic Rd., 417-888-3048; 3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-890-1345; 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-885-0030. Free kid’s meal for kids age 12 and younger with purchase of an adult entrée, 3-9 p.m.

Pita Pit, for dine-in only at two Springfield locations: 1318 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-883-1565; 3233 E. Sunshine St., 417-771-5080. Get a $1 kid’s pita with the purchase of a full-priced adult pita, 5-8 p.m.

Drink and chips not included. 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.

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

Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location only, 807 N. Main St., 417-725-6803. One free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased, 5-8 p.m.

Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons. Wednesday and Thursday also.

McAlister’s Deli, for dine-in only at locations in Springfield and Republic: 210 W. Sunshine, 417-831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 417-890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy., 417-866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 417-888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 417-732-4747. Purchase an adult meal and receive a 99-cent kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Offer good from 5-9 p.m.

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Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, and 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-866-2700, in Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Pizza Ranch, 2825 S. Glenstone, Springfield, 417-319-5021.

Kids 12 and younger get one free buffet with an adult buffet purchase all day. See ad on page 7.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, Three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., 417-823-7180, and 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 ($4.25 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, and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-335-5450. All day, get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

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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 of $9 or more.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, and 631 S. Kimbrough Ave., 417-866-2700, in Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée.

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.

Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one regular 10-inch pizza and get one free on certain pizza selections.

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The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo.

417-345-1277. Dine-in only. Kids eat free off the kids’ menu only, 4-8 p.m. One free kid’s meal per paid adult meal.

Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-868-0042. Dine-in only.

One free kid’s plate for kids age 12 and younger with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m.

THURSDAY

Archie’s Italian Eatery, 1410 E. Republic Rd., 417-720-1763. All day, get one free kids’ meal with an adult entrée purchase.

Excludes other promotions or discounts.

Doe’s Eat Place, 935 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-833-7818. Kids age 12 and younger eat free all day. Up to two kids’ meals with purchase of adult entrée. Limit two kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only.

SATURDAY

McAlister’s Deli, for dine-in only at locations in Springfield and Republic: 210 W. Sunshine, 417-831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 417-890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy., 417-866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 417-888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 417-732-4747. Purchase an adult meal and receive a 99-cent kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Offer good all day.

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.

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Birthday Party Guide Is your child celebrating a birthday soon? We’ve got great ideas and contact information for you to create a memorable party for your child. And, there’s something for every child—from animal themes to indoor and outdoor play. Some businesses continue restrictions or considerations because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Remember to tell these fine businesses that you found them in Kids Directory!

Dickerson Park Zoo

1401 W. Norton Rd. 417-833-1570 • Springfield dickersonparkzoo.org For a birthday party that combines adventure and animals, celebrate at Dickerson Park Zoo. Enjoy a private, indoor party room with safari décor. Party supplies provided include plates, cups, utensils, napkins, and tablecloths. Guests will enjoy an educational animal program, special animal guests, and craft time. Parties are for children ages 3-10 and limited to 10 children.

Discounted zoo admission is available for party guests. Turn a child’s special day into an extraordinary experience. See ad on page 14.

Imaginasium

3444-O S. Campbell Ave. 417-368-2908 • Springfield Imaginasium is a locally owned indoor play land designed for children ages 0-8. This safe, creative, and secure environment is perfect for birthday parties for your children. Imaginasium parties are best suited for children ages 1-5. Parties can be during open play, or rent the full space for a private party. Explore the art space, socialize with new friends, and work on gross and fine motor skills. Contact Imaginasium by phone or through Facebook for all the details on party packages. See ad on page 10.

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Jungle Gym

Ozarks Knockerball

3322 S. Campbell Ave. 417-319-5595 • Springfield thejunglegym.org Jungle Gym encourages kids ages 8 and younger to use gross motor skills through play time on swings, slides, a trampoline, and a sandbox. Let Jungle Gym host your child’s next birthday party.

The basic party package includes two hours of party room time for 10 children. Bring your own food, decorations, and party supplies.

And, your guests can stay after the party for open play. Or, take it up a level and choose the deluxe package for 15 children and have the entire Jungle Gym for a private party. All the details, including deposits and rental fees are on the website. See ad on page 13.

417-466-8388 ozarksknockerball.com Knockerball is the nation’s top provider of engaging Bubble Soccer events, arenas, human foosball, archery tag, and more interactive fun. Make your child’s birthday party the talk of the neighborhood with Ozarks Knockerball. Fun for all ages, shapes, sizes, heights, abilities, and interests. Great for school and church events, community festivals, wedding receptions, and company picnics. Your rental includes safety-trained staff, and equipment setup and cleanup.

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5798 N. Farm Road 125 417-742-4200 • Springfield sacriverstables.com To horse around on your next birthday, trot on over to Sac River Stables. Parties include a climatecontrolled party room along with horses, tack, helmets and other equipment needed for riding in an indoor riding arena. All parties are supervised by CHA-certified instructors at this CHA-accredited facility, using well-trained horses.

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Monday, Jan. 3 and 17 School’s Out Play-in-a-Day Workshop for ages 5-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Experience the performing arts through theatre games, improvisation, dance and an art project. Registration required.

The Judy, 237 S. Florence Ave., Springfield. 417-413-2287 or springfieldlittletheatre.org See ad on page 15.

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Remember, in response to the coronavirus pandemic, event details may change after Kids Directory goes to the printer. While we strive to provide accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events with the host.

Tuesdays, Jan. 4-Feb. 1 Kinderdance for ages 3-5, Tuesdays at 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Dance and movement for preschoolers. $35/ Weekdays in January members; $45/non-members.

Little Splashers, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Dan Kinney Family Center, 2701 S. at Doling and Chesterfield Family Blackman Rd., Springfield. 417-891Centers. For children ages 5 and 1500 or parkboard.org See ad on younger, accompanied by an adult in page 5. the water. Free parks members and daily fee charged for non-members. Saturdays, Jan. 8 and 22 Doling Family Center, 301 E. Talmage St., Moxie Mornings for children ages 2-6, 10 a.m. 60-minute kidand Chesterfield Family Center, friendly events featuring short 2511 W. Republic Rd., Springfield. films and hands-on art projects. parkboard.org See ad on page 5.

Free admission. Children must be Tuesdays in January accompanied by an adult. Moxie Stories in the Gym at the Republic Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., Community Center, 10 a.m. For Springfield. moxiecinema.com/ infants to age 6. Weekly story time. education Republic Community Center, 711 E. Saturday, Jan. 15 Miller Rd., Republic thelibrary.org.

“Singin’ in the Rain,” Rated G. See ad on page 7.

Monthly Moxie Flix series for Fridays in January children ages 7-12. Showtime TBD. Music Makers Club at Itty Bitty City, Free admission. Children must be 10-10:30 a.m. For ages 2 and older. accompanied by an adult. Moxie Interactive class to practice social Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., skills for school and home. Space is Springfield. moxiecinema.com/ limited. Free with paid admission or education $5/child for only the music class. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. 417-202-2025 or ittybitty.city Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Saturday, Jan. 15 STEAM Train for grades 1-5, 2-4 p.m. Drop in for science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities.

Parents or guardians are strongly encouraged to attend, and some activities require a signed release form. Library Station, 2535 N. Kansas Expwy., Springfield. thelibrary.org Saturday, January 15 “Sentimental Sarabande” performed

by Springfield Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. 417-864-6683 or springfieldmosymphony.org See ad on page 18.

Saturday, Jan. 15 Sunday, Jan. 16 Eagle Days. Indoor presentations at Springfield Conservation Nature Center and outdoor viewing at Lake Springfield Boathouse. Programs at the nature center begin hourly on Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Sunday from 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Registration is required. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.

417-888-4237 or mdc.mo.gov/ SouthwestEvents Thursday, Jan. 20 Homeschool EdVentures: Animal Adaptations at Wonders of Wildlife, 9 a.m.-noon. Learn the different animals’ adaptations like why a cat’s eyes glow in the dark or toucans have large beaks. For grades 1-3.

Register by Jan. 18. Morris Conservation Center, 600 W. Sunshine St., Springfield.

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Thursday, Jan. 20 and Saturday, Jan. 22 Garden Storytime for preschoolers and their families, 10-10:30 a.m.

Storytime and a craft or activity.

Free program. Springfield Botanical Center at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. 417-891-1515 or parkboard.org Friday, Jan. 21 Owl Prowl at Lake Springfield, 5:30 or 7 p.m. Presentation by Dickerson Park Zoo and an evening stroll to listen for owls. $5/person ages 5 and older; free for ages 4 and younger. Register by Jan. 20, and select your program start time. Lake Springfield Park and Boathouse, 5324 S. Kissick Ave., Springfield.

417-891-1550 or parkboard.org Friday, Jan. 21 Parent’s Night Out at Itty Bitty City, 6-9 p.m. For children ages 2-8 (must be potty trained). Pizza, play time, crafts, games, and a movie.

Registration required. $25/child; $20/sibling. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield.

417-202-2025 or ittybitty.city Saturday, Jan. 22 Wed.-Fri., Jan. 26-28 Creature Feature: Tigers, for children ages 2-1st grade at Dickerson Park Zoo. Times vary; check website for dates and times. Learn about the featured animal through a story time and craft. Registration required.

Dickerson Park Zoo education building, 1103 W. Smith St., Springfield. 417-833-1570 or dickersonparkzoo.org/education See ad on page 14.

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