Springfield Kids' Directory

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Greater Springfield

Products and Services for Parents & Kids

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

Kids Eat Free*

*or almost free!

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

EVERYDAY

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

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

Chappy’s Deli - 1915 W. Marler Ln., Ozark - 581-6686. 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 kid meal with purchase of an adult meal priced $6.99 or more. Same deal on Wednesdays, too!

Billy Sim’s Barbecue - 3757 S. Glenstone Ave. - 883-7467 and 2926 S. Campbell - 823-2177. Kids 13 & under eat free with paid adult meal. May receive up to 2 free kids meal per adult entree, only 1 meal per child. Dine in only. Child must be present, no other coupons or discounts apply with this offer. Also 4 p.m. to close on Wednesdays.

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar – 2725 N. Kansas Expwy. - 865-2999 and 900 E. Battlefield Rd. - 881-9464. All kids meals (for kids 12 and under) are 99¢ with purchase of an adult entree all day. Dine in only.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - 1360 E. Republic Rd. - 887-2227 and 111 N. Massey Blvd. in Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free from the children’s menu with the purchase of an adult entree, ages 12 and younger. Dine in only.

Houlihan’s - 2110 E. Republic Rd. - 883-3434 and 2421 N. Glenstone - 862-7777. Kids 10-years and younger eat for just $1.99. Not to be combined with any other offers or coupons.

McAlister’s Deli - 210 W. Sunshine - 831-4450, 1460 E. Primrose - 890-5250, 2445A Kansas Expressway at Kearney - 866-2331, 1711 W. Battlefield - 888-0899 and 586 E. Harrison in Republic - 732-4747. It’s Family Day, all day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Kids 12 and under eat free.

Must purchase adult meal to get free kids meal. Limit 2 free kids meals per adult entrée. Dine in only.

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

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

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

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

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

MONDAYS

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

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

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

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

Bud & Walt's Pizza & Pasta House - 701 McCroskey St., Nixa - 724-0070. After 5 p.m., kids 12 and younger eat for $1.99 with purchase of an adult menu item. Kids drink included! Offer good Mon, Tues and Wed evenings.

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

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For the months of November and December, we are offering holiday gift bundles, which include a gift card, t-shirt and stocking cap at 10% off!

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Rock for the littlest rockers!

The most innovative music classes for your preschooler.

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*or almost free!

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

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

Dine in only. For kids 12 and younger.

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

Village Inn - All location, all day - Get 1 kids meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased, 5-10 p.m. Same deal on Tuesdays.

TUESDAYS

Big Whiskey's - 311 Park Central - 862-2449, 1440 W. Republic Rd. - 882-2249, 1550 E. Battlefield Rd. - 883-5999. One free kids meal with the purchase of 1 adult entree, 5-9 p.m. All locations.

Bob Evans Restaurant - 2651 N. Glenstone Ave. - 864-8184. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree 4 p.m. to close.

Dine-in only. Ages 12 years and younger. Also includes a kid friendly activity.

Coyote's Adobe Cafe - 807 N. Main in Nixa - 725-6803 – All day, get one free kids meal for each adult entree purchased 5 p.m. to close.

For kids 12 and under. Magician from 6-8 p.m. This is for ONLY the Nixa location.

Dairy Queen - 4150 S. Campbell Ave. - Springfield - 886-2253. Kids meals are $1.99 from 4-10 p.m. for children 12 years and younger.

Free treats, too!

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

Lone Star Steakhouse - 201 Wildwood Dr. S. Branson - (417) 336-5030. All day, receive 1 kids meals free with the purchase of 1 adult entree for kids ages 12 & under.

McAlister’s Deli - 210 W. Sunshine - 831-4450, 1460 E. Primrose - 890-5250, 2445A Kansas Expressway at Kearney - 866-2331, 1711 W. Battlefield - 888-0899 & 586 E. Harrison in Republic - 732-4747. Kids 12 and under eat free 5-9 p.m. Must buy adult meal to get free kids meal. Limit 2 free kids meals per entrée. Dine in only.

Perkins Family Restaurant - 729 W Sunshine - 864-8400 - All day, get one kids meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids 12 and under.

Pizza Hut - In Springfield – West Sunshine and Glenstone locations. Kids 10 years and under get a free buffet with the purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m.

Prima’s Mexican Grill - 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #a100 - 823-7180 and 1769 James River Rd. in Ozark - 582-2776. 4 p.m. to close, get one kids meal from kid’s menu free ($4.25 or less) for each adult meal purchased for kids 10 and under.

WEDNESDAYS

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

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

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

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

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

THURSDAYS

Captain D’s - 2964 S. National - 881-6098 - All day, get up to 2 kids meals for just 99¢ each with the purchase of adult entrée costing $5 or more. For kids 12 years and younger. Dine in only.

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

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 $1.50 kids meals for each adult meal purchased.

Rosie Jo's Cafe – Ozark - 915 W. Jackson in the Riverview Plaza - 581-6047. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of each adult dinner entrée from 4-8 p.m. Only for children ages 10 years and younger.

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

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

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2013 Holiday

Gift ideas

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Active Life Chiropractic

Amber teething necklaces, Biofreeze, Chiroflow water-based pillows and gift certificates

Infant to Adult

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer

Apparel, equipment by special order and gift certificates for apparel, classes and training

18 months-18 years Call gym for hours - 4

Arbonne – Christie Hawkins

Health & beauty products, gift baskets, anti-aging products, candles

Newborn to 101

Children’s Orchard Dickerson Park Zoo

Infant to Sz 10 & Kids & maternity clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, equipment, decor maternity Gift zoo memberships & adoption packages. Gift shop has animal-themed 1 to 101 toys, apparel & more

Discovery Center

Museum memberships and gift cards

DiVentures Swim School

Swimwear, wetsuits, masks - anything related to being in the water.

Gift certificates for merchandise, as well as swim, snorkel, dive classes.

Infant through Adult

Tu-Th 9-5 • Fri 9-8 • M-F 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Sa Sunday Noon to 6 p.m

Dynamics Gymnastics

Mats, balance beams, gymnastics equipment, leotards, apparel

Toddler to Teen

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Fantastic Sam’s Hair Salons

Shampoos, conditioners, smoothing serums, color sustaining products, feathers and gift certificates for all of these items are available.

All ages

Check with each salo

Harman’s ATA Martial Arts

“Karate 4 Christmas” 2-week trial program - including uniform.

Summer Camp specials, too!

4 Years to Adult

Call for hours

Martial Arts USA

Pro Shop apparel and equipment, as well as gift certificates for these products, as well as classes

4 years through Adult Call for hours

Pigtails & Crewcuts

Creative kids’ salon: gift cards, kids’ hair products, toys, gifts, parties

Newborn to 12 years

Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-7 p.

School of Rock Springfield

7 to 19 years

Call for hours

Springfield Little Theatre

Music lessons, SOR gear and gift cards for both Theatre Holiday Box (tickets, dining coupons & a special gift), gift certificates for tickets and/or classes, tickets and boutique items

Children and Adults

Box Office open 11 a.

Springfield Nature Center

Nature-themed books, toys and gift items in their gift shop

All Ages

Tue-Sat, 8 a.m.-5 p.m

Springfield Symphony

Symphony Holiday Packages include 2 Silver level season tickets and gift certificates from area businesses and performance tickets

Children and Adults

Titanic-Branson

Titanic-themed books, videos, toys, commemoratives, apparel, jewelry and gift items from the Museum Gift Shop

Children and Adults

Call Symphony Office at a Symphony perform Hours vary by day of www.TitanicBranson.c

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Tree House Children’s Resale

Gently-used children’s clothing and accessories.

Ultrasona Ultrasound

Gift certificates for 3D & 4D ultrasound imaging, Heartbeat Teddy Bear, Framed Custom Keepsakes

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Winter hours: 10 a.m.

Expectant parents & grandparents

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Winter hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Tu-Th 9-5 • Fri 9-8 • Sat 10-5 • Sun 1-5 M-F 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday Noon to 6 p.m.

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PRESCHOOL and KINDERGARTEN

Learning opportunities available for children 2-5 years Intentionally-designed learning in a Christian environment Spaces are limited

Call us today to learn more.

Schweitzer United Methodist Church L 2747 E. Sunshine L 881-6800, Ext. 217

Call about our Winter Wrangler Worship Camps!

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Salon Especially for Kids!

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

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Put some WONDER into your holidays!

Arbonne can change your skin and your life for the better! If you want the ease of shopping for everyone on your list in one place or if you’re ready to start a new career, give me a call to get started!

Christie Hawkins Area Manager

417.496.7972

www.arbonne.com christierhawkins@gmail.com

Are you frustrated by your child’s recurring ear infections?

Ninety-five percent of children suffering from ear infections return to normal after a few chiropractic adjustments.* Call us today to learn more and stop the frustration. *JVSR March 2004

ÂŽ Avoid ear surgery ÂŽ Stop recurring ear infections ÂŽ Help with colic, sinus & allergies ÂŽ For drug-free, natural health In Glenstone Square 1722 S. Glenstone, Ste. F Springfield, Missouri (417) 888-6420

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is free, but you must register. In the Foster Auditorium at Cox South Hospital, 7-8 p.m.

Call The Women’s Center at 269-LADY (5239) to reserve your seats. See ad on page 2.

9 Saturday Southwest Missouri Veterans Day Parade begins at 10 a.m. in downtown Springfield.

Parade honos and pays respect to all veterans.

The parade route is about 1.5 miles long will last about an hour. For info and map, visit swmoveteransdayparade.com.

10 Sunday Veterans and members of their immediate families get FREE admission today at Dickerson Park Zoo. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

For info,visit dickersonparkzoo.org or call 864-1800 or . The zoo is located at 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield.

14 Thursday New Covenant Academy invites parents of students going into Junior Kindergarten, Kindergarten and 1st grade in the fall of 20142015 for an Informational Coffee at the school.

Beginning at 9:30 a.m., learn about NCA’s outstanding academic program while enjoying coffee and a bagel. Visit classrooms in session and tour the campus. Those who turn in their applications early will enjoy a $200 savings offer! New students in all other grades start enrolling March 1. Personal tours available by appointment. For info, call the admissions officer at 887-9848, ext 6. NCA is located at 3304 S. Cox Rd., Springfield. See ad page 11.

16 Saturday The Discovery Center is celebrating National America Recycles Day, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Visit community representatives who specialize in recycling, spend some time in their Build-ACar area and try to create something new from recycled materials. See some Junk-to-Funk fashions created by Kickapoo High School students. Cost is $7 per person. For info, visit discoverycenter.org. The center is located at 438 E. St. Louis St., Springfield.

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.

November 2013 Now through November 10 McDonald's locations across the Ozarks are hosting the sixth annual "Cans for Coffee" food drive. Bring in a can or non-perishable food item and get a FREE, small hot McCafe drink. More info, visit ozarkfoodharvest.org.

See ad on page 26.

Now through November 22 It’s time to register for the Springfield-Greene County Park Board/DCO 19th Annual Turkey Trot! Springfield’s Thanksgiving tradition is the largest Thanksgiving Day 5K in Missouri, attracting more than 9,000 participants in downtown Springfield. Go to parkboard.org for info and registration. See ad on page 12.

2 Saturday Cents of Pride is hosting a fall shopping event with vendors, crafters and food, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Booth space is available and vendors will be exclusive. Come shop for gifts and help the Cents of Pride stores in Springfield. Visit centsofprideschools.org or contact Kelly Baldwin at 224-4875 for more info. Event at Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 2210 W. Republic Rd., Springfield.

5 Tuesday Curious about adoption? Mercy is hosting an information free seminar call about adoption.

If adopting a child is in your future, you’ll be informed about options, legal issues community resources and much more. A highly-experienced team of adoption experts will present and answer questions. Seminar is free and is 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Seminar will be at the Hammon Heart Institute, 1325 E. Cherokee St., Springfield. Call 820-2327 for more info.

See ad on page 14.

7 through Dec. 21 All Aboard! You can now take a ride on the Polar Express! Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Call 800-287-2462 or go to bransontrain.com for reservations, dates and details. See ad on page 8.

8 Friday Cox Health presents “What’s Happening to Me? – Navigating the pre-teen years,” a candid discussion of puberty for moms and their daughters ages 10 to 13 years. Program Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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23 Saturday The City of Ozark will light up the night with their annual Christmas parade themed – “Candy Canes and Christmas Carols.” The parade begins at 6 p.m. on Jackson Street in front of Ozark Junior High and heads east to reach the historic downtown square. For info, call 581-6139 or visit ozarkchamber.com.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

How do you get your event on our calendars?

You may submit your events to our calendars by going to our website – springfieldkids.com.

Once there, go to Calendar and scroll to the bottom of the grid where it says “Submit an Event.” Click there and follow the prompts!

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Riding lessons, day camps and pony parties make wonderful gifts!

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A birthday your child will love and so will you!

Dates are limited, call today or visit our website today!

# Amazing magic # Tons of laughter # LIVE bunny rabbit! # Audience Participation

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Bring your children to

“Treasure Tour!”

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

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Join the fun and adventure that awaits you at “Treasure Tour” with UHBC Kids!

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November 9th

To show our appreciation for your business throughout the year on November 10th. Get our best deal ever –

50%* off your purchase back in store credit! *Resale clothing only. Maxiumum store credit of $50.

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After Thanksgiving Sale

November 29-30

25% OFF all resale clothing

*Offer only valid on resale clothing. Some restrictions apply.

See store for details. Offer ends 11/30/13

Fill A Bag for Five Event December 7th

Itʼs better than a sale. Itʼs resale.SM We bring new meaning to “bundling up” this winter – just grab a bag and stuff, pack and cram it full of the FAB-marked clothing and pay just $5 for it all. So while youʼre out spending all that money this season, save a bundle, too. *Actual store bag may vary. Limited time offer. See store for specific details of offer. Fill A Bag purchases may not be paid for with store credits or coupons.

We pay CA$H for Kids Stuff!

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