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Happy fall, families!

Weather’s cooler, back-to-school madness has subsided, time to enjoy the cooler days and plan some family fun! The Ozarks is home to a ton of great festivals and events. This month alone we have the Ozarks Celebration Festival at MSU, Cider Days on Walnut Street and Harvest Fest at Rutledge-Wilson Farm beginning Sept. 21. These are wonderful opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy great activities as a family. So get out and make some great memories!

– Kathy & Rob Fridge, parents and publishers

FEATURES Where do KIDS EAT FREE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Amusements & Entertainment Arkansas State Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Battlefield Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Branson Scenic Railway – Polar Express . . . .14 Dickerson Park Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Discovery Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Fieth Family Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Fishing for Kids Guide Service by Rob Davis 38 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Ozarks Celebration Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Pets and Pumpkins 2013 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Springfield Little Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Springfield Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Titanic Museum Attraction - Branson . . . . 39 Business Opportunities Arbonne – Christie Hawkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Hidden Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Childcare and Education Baby Bear’s Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 ChildCare Aware of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Club Z! Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Developmental Center of the Ozarks . . . . . . .34 Developmental Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . .30 Grow 2 Know Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Kids of Creation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Little Angels Learning Academy . . . . . . . . . . .19 Little Blessings Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 University Child Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Churches University Heights Baptist Church . . . . . . . .26 Wesley United Methodist – Upward Sports . .12 Furniture & Decorating Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Hair Cuts & Salons Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids . . . . . . . . . .13 Fantastic Sam’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Pigtails & Crewcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Health & Wellness Active Life Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Cox Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Farr Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Hawkins Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Little Grins Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Ozark Therapy Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Mercy St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital . . . . . . 16 Pierce Vision Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Pure Hot Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Safe Kids Springfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Instructional Programs & Lessons A & B Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 All-Star Gymnastics and Cheer . . . . . . . . . .29 Cake Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Children’s Music Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Credo Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Dynamics Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Harman’s ATA Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . .11 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Mobile Learning Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Noah’s Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Singularity-Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center .28 Springfield Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Mural & Portrait Artists Murals by Sherri Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 New Clothing & Accessories Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Party Ideas, Activities & Supplies All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Battlefield Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Cake Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 DiVentures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Fieth Family Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Jump Mania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Libby Ferguson Horse Training Center . . . . . . .11 Loves 2 Jump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Martial Arts USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Noah’s Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 & 25 Ozark Treats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Titanic Museum Attraction - Branson . . . . 39 Playground Equipment Kids@Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Professional Services Clutter Free by Sharon Johnson . . . . . . . . . .38 Field Day Designs Graphic Design . . . . . . . . .38 Fishing for Kids Guide Service by Rob Davis 38 Right On Renovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 The Waite Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Ultrasona of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Resale & Consignment Children’s Orchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Here We Grow Again . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Just Between Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Just 4 You Resale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Restaurants McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Kathy Fridge, Publisher phone: 417.234.5040 • Fax: 417.725.7536 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 Danielle Shepard, Calendar & Kids Eat Free Editor Sharon, Robin, Christie, Corey, Danielle, Tim, Dan and Kathy distribute 15,000 directories each month to more than 600 locations in southwest Missouri.

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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 - 1915 W. Marler Ln., Ozark - 581-6686, 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 13.

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 combo. 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.

Springfield’s Incredible Pizza Company - 887-3030 - 2850 S. Campbell - Kids 3 & under eat free daily with the purchase of an adult entree.

SUNDAYS

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.

Belgian Waffle & Pancake House - Hwy. 65 and CC in Ozark - 582-2600 - Monday evening, 5-9 p.m., get a free kids meal for kids 10 and younger with the purchase of an adult entrée.

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.

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.

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*or almost free!

Old Chicago Pizza - 2040 E. Independence - 887-0100. All day, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit two children under 12 years of age per adult.

Rib Crib - 750 N. 18th St. - Ozark - 581-5566 - Purchase one adult entree and get up to two free kids menu meals from 4 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. 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.

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 – 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 $1.49 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 - 4-9 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

Ali’s Family Restaurant - 4525 W. Chestnut Expressway - 864-7378. From 5-9 p.m., kids 12 and under get a free kid meal with purchase of an adult meal priced $6.99 or more.

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 5-7 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 4 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.

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 4 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.

Village Inn - All locations - Get 1 kids meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased, 5-10 p.m.

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

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Learning opportunities available for children 2-5 years

Call us today to learn more.

Intentionally-designed learning in a Christian environment Spaces are limited

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

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Kids and Button Batteries A Hazardous Combination!

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Each year nearly 3,000 children swallow button batteries.

Put the National Battery Ingestion Hotline in your phone – 202.625.3333

These coin-sized lithium batteries can cause severe damage when swallowed.

Coin size batteries can be found in many electronic devices around the home, such as remote controls,

Look in your home for any items that may contain coin-sized button batteries.

musical cards and books, small calculators and watches.

When a child swallows a coin lithium battery, the saliva triggers an electrical current causing severe burns and damage.

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Keep loose or spare batteries locked away.

For additional information about this topic, visit thebatterycontrolled.com

Stay up-to-date on a child safety issues by following Safe Kids Springfield on Facebook!

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Pre-Junior Class starting in MID-September!

Designed for 3-year-olds and young 4’s.

Just a few spots available for children ages 4-9. Call today to learn more!

417-425-4618

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.

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

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Back-to-school sports physicals

Call 888-6420 today to avoid the back-to-school rush!

Only $20!

Hawkins Family Chiropractic In Glenstone Square I 1722 S. Glenstone, Ste. F Springfield, Missouri I (417) 888-6420 Remember to say “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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

Excludes bang trim. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 9/30/13.

Tired of things never getting done?

Paint Tile Drywall Carpentry Floors (Or never Plumbing getting Welding done Eaves right?)

Kitchens Baths Windows 417.496.0500 Electrical Gutters No job too big. No job too small.

Now offering heating & air duct cleaning! A Lot More! Shane Minor, licensed & insured.

You need to call Shane.

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Parent's Night Out 6-9 p.m. • 6-weeks-5th grade Come for fun in the sun as we watch “Finding Nemo,â€? eat popcorn, play games and do crafts!

Prizes available for the most creative sandals and best luau wear! Please pre-register your kids at uhbc.org/children or call us at (417) 862-0789.

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Fall Fest at the farm!

Come and celebrate the harvest season at the farm! You’ll experience life on the farm through many favorite fall activities.

Get lost in the corn and hay mazes, take a tractor-pulled hay ride around the field, pick a pumpkin from our very own pumpkin patch, ride the cow train, and shoot whole ears of corn with the brand new corn cannon. Other activities vary per weekend, but include live farm demonstrations, live music, inflatables, fall crafts and activities.

The Cow Train!

Don’t miss a single weekend of fun for the entire family!

September 21 & 22, 28 & 29 October 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 26 & 27

Haunted Trail Enjoy a tractor hayride to and from the haunted trail, where you’ll walk 1.4-mile loop through the woods and encounter frightening characters! Ages 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Every Friday & Saturday in October, 6-10 p.m.

Saturdays: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sundays: Noon-6 p.m.

Halloween Days October 27 & 28

For info about scheduled activities, call

417-837-5949 Located at 3825 West Farm Road 146 • Springfield September 2013

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You’ll FLIP over this deal!

Gymnastics Tumbling • Swimming Kids Night Out Birthday Parties Bring in this ad for

Call NOW to register for fall classes.

Space is limited!

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Does not include yearly registration fee. New students only. Not to be combined with other offers.

Expires 9/30/13.

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Gymnastics # Cheerleading # Competitive Cheer # Tumbling # Birthday Parties

15 years of outstanding instruction in Gymnastics, Cheer and Tumbling!

Make a date with us!

Friday Night Out Returns

6:30-10 p.m.– Sept.13 & Oct. 4

Mommy & Me Open Gym

1 Month FREE! 1 month FREE with paid 2nd month and registration fee!

New students only and not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 10/1/13.

11:15-Noon – Every TUESDAY – Just $5 – No registration required Ages Crawling through 7 years

# # # # # # # Gymnastics 18 mo-18 years Competitive cheerleading Cheerleading classes 3 yrs & older Tumbling classes # Birthday parties

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CREDO DANCE ACADEMY UPHOLDING EXCELLENCE FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

ENROLLING NOW FOR FALL

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FALL REGISTRATION. FOR NEW STUDENTS ONLY. EXPIRES 10/1/13

Join a class today! Call for details.

Space is limited, so don’t delay.

For more information, please contact us! kate@credodance.com S (417) 496-9527 S www.credodance.com

Looking to connect to a great Preschool or Kindergarten?

Developmental Learning Center Now enrolling for Fall 2013 Preschool!

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We’re celebrating GRANDPARENTS! Sunday, Sept. 8th Grandparents Day! Half-priced admission for grandparents all day.

Grandparents memberships Year-round fun for just $75!

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2–5 years

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Christian curriculum Lots of fun activities Central location

Teaching what matters most in a loving, Christian environment.

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Ministry of Springfield First Free Will Baptist Church Little Blessings Preschool does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in admissions policies.

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Save Energy, Help Time & Money! me!

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Professional Home Organization Small-to-Large Projects Playroom • Kitchen • Office Closets • Moving In/Out • And More!

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HALLOWEEN THRILLER EVENT September 14th

If you think our selection of costumes is thrilling, wait ’til you see our low prices!

It’s better than a sale. It’s resale.

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GOTTA COOL KID? GET A COOL COAT! For winter wear even the coolest kid will adore, come in for this special one-day event!

September 28th

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We buy all seasons all the time and we pay cash for your gently-used items!