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Refrigerator Notes I love snow. Some of you hate snow. You put up holiday decorations on Nov. 1. Your friends say not until the day after Thanksgiving. It doesn’t matter. If it makes you happy, do it, and love it!

Create a joy-filled world for you and your family.

As I designed the pages of this issue, I reminisced about the days when my son was younger and Christmas was a little more magical. Spoiler alert: Not always so magical now that he’s a teen.

I highly recommend the Springfield-Greene County Library system’s Holiday Store. You’ll find more information on page 19.

Going to the Library’s store was a tradition my mother started with my son, and he was delighted to pick out, pay for, and wrap his own gifts. The excitement on his face when it was time to open presents and he could proudly hand out his gifts was better than any Hallmark movie. And, I treasure those gifts to this day.

From all of us here in the Kids Directory Page Garden, we wish you and your family a merry Christmas and a very happy holiday season.

Thank you for spending 2019 with us. | ~Melinda, parent of a teenager & publisher Connect with Kids Directory SpringfieldKids.com

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Melinda Arnold: Parent/Publisher/Owner Kathy Trumbly: Web Guru & Graphic Designer Danielle Shepard: Features/Calendar Editor, 689-0409 Casey Freeland: Social Media/Editorial Assistant ©2019 Kids Directory/Fusion Link Communications LLC. This directory, in part or whole, is not to be reproduced or copied without written permission. Kids Directory reserves the right to refuse any advertising for any reason. Readers should verify advertised information with advertisers. Kids Directory® is a registered trademark of Hidden Values, Inc. 214-559-7283. We are expanding our Kids Directory network. If you are interested in how to have your own Kids Directory in your city, please call 800-960-6788. For information about advertising in the Greater Springfield Kids Directory, call 417-886-3478.

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Where do KIDS EAT FREE?.........................6 Holiday gift guide..............................13–23 KIDS calendar of events.....................24–25

Boutiques, Resale & Consignment

Ensley & Swann Boutique & Marketplace....23 Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale.... Back cover

Business Opportunities

Hidden Values.........................................26 Marketplace Direct..................................21 Metro Woman Magazine..........................26

Childcare & Preschools

University Child Care Center....................11

Entertainment, Parties & Events

Candy Cane Lane.....................................17 Dickerson Park Zoo..................................15 Gardens Aglow........................................17 Itty Bitty City.............................................3 Jump Mania.............................................26 Moxie Mornings.......................................26 Petra Ballet Company..............................15 Springfield Ballet.......................................5 Springfield-Greene County Library...........19 Springfield Little Theatre.........................22 Springfield Symphony Orchestra..............13 Wonders of Wildlife...................................9

Hair Cuts & Salons

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids..............11

Healthy Kids/Healthy Families

CoxHealth..................................................2 Dynamic Strides Therapy.........................11 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry.......................8 Ozarks Regional YMCA.............................27 Pierce Vision Specialists.............................8 TheraCare Outpatient Services.................23 Thrive Family Chiropractic..........................8 Wise Psychological Services.......................7

Instructional Classes & Programs

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer....................19 Barbara Hayes, Piano Teacher.................23 Code Ninjas...............................................3 Kindermusik with Ellen Hartman..............23 Martial Arts USA......................................23 Sac River Stables.....................................12 Springfield-Greene County Parks.............17 Sylvan Learning Center............................19 Tiny Fins Survival Swim..............................3

Professional Services

Jennifer Triplett, Attorney.........................7

Restaurants

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Kids Eat FREE

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The original, most comprehensive guide in the Ozarks!

Local restaurants offer great deals for families with no coupon required! Keep your Kids Directory throughout the month and know where your kids can dine for free (or almost free) every night. We make every effort to keep our list updated, but changes happen. We recommend calling the restaurant before you go to confirm the offer.

Know about a deal we don’t have listed? Or, want to advertise your restaurant?

Email melinda@springfieldkids.com or call 886-3478.

and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée.

Additional charge if child chooses a side item other than french fries. Dine-in only.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, two locations: 1360 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-2227, and 111 N. Massey Blvd., Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free from the children’s menu with the purchase of an adult entrée priced at $10 or more. For ages 12 and younger. Dine-in only.

Houlihan’s, two Springfield locations. 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 862-7777, and 2110 E. Republic Rd., 883-3434. Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.

King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 866-5527. One child gets a free kid’s meal with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Maximum of three free meals. Dine-in only.

McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Sunshine St., 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose St., 8905250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), 8662331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Family Day, all day, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Must purchase adult meal to get free kid’s meal for a child age 12 or younger. Limit two free kids’ meals per adult entrée. Dine-in only.

Ocean Zen Pacific Rim, 4117 S. National Ave., Springfield, 889-9596. For kids age 8 and younger, get one free selected kid’s menu item with the purchase of an adult entrée, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

George’s Steakhouse, 339 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 831-6777. Get one free kids meal from the children’s menu (kids age 10 and younger) with each adult entrée purchased at $7.49 or above.

Beverage not included. No substitutions allowed.

Dine-in only.

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

Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday all day. Mention this listing to receive one Kidz Meal free with the purchase of one 8-inch sub, chips and fountain drink meal. Child must be present to receive free meal. For kids age 11 and younger.

Not valid with other promotions, coupons, or radio/ TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349.

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued at $7 or more, after 4 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

SUNDAY Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, two Springfield locations: 900 E. Battlefield Rd., 881-9464, and 2725 N. Kansas Expwy., 865-2999. All day at both locations, one free kid’s meal (for kids age 12 Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 863-9072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Dine-in; get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent.

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

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

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

Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for $1 with purchase of an adult combo meal, 4 p.m. to close. Deal also good on Thursdays.

Iguana Roja, 107 W. Church St., Ozark, 485-8585.

Kids eat free from the kids’ menu with the purchase of an adult entrée of $10 or more. Dine-in only.

Leong’s Asian Diner, 1540 W. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-7500. After 4 p.m., kids (age 12 and younger) get one free kid’s meal from kids’ menu with each paying adult. Excludes kids’ meal upgrades.

NoBaked Cookie Dough, 1364 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 988-1009. One half-priced single scoop cup for kids 12 and younger with the purchase of a single scoop. Child must be present to receive offer.

One free offer with each full-priced scoop purchased.

Pasta Express, four Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic Rd., 888-3048; 3250 E. Battlefield Rd., 890-1345; 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., 862-7833; 321 E. Battlefield Rd., 885-0030. Kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée from 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

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Pita Pit, two Springfield locations: 1318 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-1565; 3233 E. Sunshine St., 771-5080. Get a kid’s pita and drink for 99 cents with the purchase of a full-priced adult pita, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only.

Rib Crib, 750 N. 18th St., Ozark, 581-5566. Purchase one adult entrée and get up to two free kids’ menu meals, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in. Kids age 12 and younger.

Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal for kids under 10 with each adult meal purchased.

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

Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location ONLY, 807 N. Main St., 725-6803. From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased. Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m.

Dairy Queen, 4150 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 886-2253. Kids’ meals are $1.99, 4-10 p.m. for kids age 12 and younger. Free treats, too! Child must be present. Dine-in only.

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

Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Wednesdays and Thursdays, too.

Godfather’s Pizza, 1890 N. Deffer Dr., Nixa, 725-4933, and 510 E. South St., Ozark, 581-9292. Get one free kid’s buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet for children ages 3-12, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only.

Hy-Vee Market Grille Express, 1720 W. Battlefield Rd., Springfield, 881-8224. Free kids’ meal with purchase of an adult entrée. Kids’ meals are $3 throughout the week.

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McAlister’s Deli, four locations in Springfield, 210 W. Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. At Nixa location, only on Tuesday nights, 703 McCroskey St., 725-9299. Kids 12 and younger eat free 5-9 p.m., with purchase of adult meal. Limit two kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only.

Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-334-3880; 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 881-0022. All day, children 9 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.

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Pizza Hut, 1705 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 869-9540. One free buffet with purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids age 10 and younger.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., 823-7180; 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 890-1212; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 582-2776. At all locations, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., get free one kid’s meal from kids’ menu ($4.25 or less) for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased. For kids 10 and younger.

Ruby Tuesday, two locations in Springfield: 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 831-7829; and 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., 889-5866; and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 417-335-5450. After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal purchased.

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NEW Zaxby’s, 3220 E. Sunshine St., Springfield, 368-0423.

Get a 99-cent Kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult meal, 5-8 p.m. This location only.

WEDNESDAY Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Lebanon, 532-1777. Get one free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include all-you-can-eat. Dine in only.

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

The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo. 417-3451277. 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, 868-0042. Dine-in only. One free kid’s plate for kids 12 and younger with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m.

Zio’s Italian Kitchen, 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield, 889-1919. Get a kid’s meal for $1.99 with purchase of an adult entrée after 4 p.m.. Kids 12 and younger.

Dine-in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips.

THURSDAY Captain D’s, 2964 S. National Ave., 881-6098. All day, get up to two kids’ meals for 99¢ each with the purchase of an adult entrée of $5 or more. For kids 12 and younger. Child must be present. Dine-in only.

Chick-fil-A, 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 890-5800. Kids Family Night every Thursday night from 5-8 p.m. Kids receive a free Icedream® Sundae.

NEW Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for $1 with purchase of an adult combo meal, 4 p.m. to close.

SATURDAY Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 581-6047.

Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of a $7.99 entrée (for kids age 10 and younger), 4-8 p.m.

Steak ‘n Shake, five Springfield locations: 3755 S. Campbell Ave., 882-7164; 3247 E. Battlefield Rd., 889-7887; 1550 S. Glenstone Ave., 887-0906; 2760 N. Glenstone Ave., 8639072; and 1158 E. St. Louis St., 866-6109. Get one free kid’s meal for each $9 spent. Dine in only.

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2019 Holiday

Gift Guide

Kids Directory is here to help you make holiday shopping as stress-free as possible while you support our local advertisers. These are the area’s best family-focused businesses in a handy shopping guide. Conquer your gift list with time left over for holiday fun with your kiddos. And, remember to let these businesses know you saw them in Kids Directory!

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer

1347 N. Ashley Dr. • Nixa 417-725-1304 • allstargymandcheer.com Every child can feel like an all-star at All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer in small classes with professional coaches. Give the gift of fitness, fun, and self-discipline for gymnastics and cheer classes to start the new year. The All-Star pro shop offers apparel and equipment to make the experience complete. And, take advantage of the Kids Directory readers’ special offer: Receive a FREE All-Star T-Shirt when you purchase gift certificates (for new students only). Holiday See ad on page 19.

Code Ninjas

3202 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-319-7996 • codeninjas.com All-new! Code Ninjas is now open in Springfield. Give a gift that blends fun and the future for kids. At Code Ninjas, kids learn computer coding through a game-based curriculum that teaches logic, problem solving, teamwork, and math. Join the new childhood education revolution and unlock a child’s unlimited capacity to learn. Gift cards available to get your favorite kiddos started on a new journey of discovery through Code Ninja camps, birthday parties, and coding programs. See ad on page 3.

BYOPizza

431 S. Jefferson Ave. • Springfield 417-501-8212 • byopizza.com Give everyone exactly what they want during the holidays - PIZZA! Every person can build a delicious, custom pizza (gluten-free and vegan options available), and BYOPizza will take care of the cleanup. Need to celebrate a special day? Call to customize a pizza party for groups of 10 or more people (dates based on availability). Holiday special: Purchase $40 in BYOPizza gift cards and receive a free $6.99 special. See ad on page 11.

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Cookie Cutters Hair Cuts for Kids

900 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-889-4386 • haircutsarefun.com Gift certificates for haircuts, hair products and accessories. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.– 7 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Ages: infant through adult. See ad on page 11.

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Dickerson Park Zoo

unique as you are. New arrivals every few weeks and once sold out, they are gone for good. Girls Clothing Hut is a familyowned business located in Nixa. They delight customers with marvelous service, sweet and special clothes, and super-fast shipping. See ad on page 23.

1401 W. Norton Rd. • Springfield 417-883-1570 • dickersonparkzoo.org Give a gift that inspires, educates, entertains, connects with nature, and helps save animals. Give a Friends of the Zoo membership, and get a year of free admission–plus, invitations to special, members-only events; and discounts at the cafe, gift shop, and on education classes. Join the FOZ family and join a mission of seeing, connecting, and protecting wild animals and wild places.

See ad on page 15.

Haute Tot Upscale Children’s Resale

1975 E. Independence • Springfield 417-720-1602 hautetotupscalekidsresale.com New location! Shop like it’s Haute for the holidays. Gently used clothing, baby equipment, furniture, toys and books at affordable prices make holiday shopping an upscale experience without the upscale price. Now selling maternity and women’s clothing and shoes, too.

With a store that’s twice the size, there’s even more to choose from in Haute Tot’s great selection! Gift cards are the perfect gift for busy moms, new grandparents, and budget-conscious families. And, personalized customer service makes holiday shopping stress-free. See ad on back cover.

Ensley & Swann Boutique & Marketplace 200 E. Commercial St. • Springfield 417-380-0233 On Facebook @ensleyswannboutique Handcrafted and heartfelt––You’ll always find something special at Ensley & Swann. Whether you’re buying a gift for a loved one or finding the perfect items for yourself, you’ll love the curated selection of home goods, clothing for women and girls, art, and decorations.

Ensley & Swann is named for the strong female leaders in our lives. We’re proud to share a piece of our family history and creativity with you - each and every time you visit this store on Historic C-Street in Springfield. See ad on page 23.

Itty Bitty City

3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 • ittybitty.city Itty Bitty City has something for every Itty Bitty this holiday season. The Toy Nook carries unique and imaginative toys and stocking stuffers from Melissa and Doug, Green Toys, Haba, and Plan. Itty Bitty City has gift cards available in any amount you need and discount bulk admission cards.

Our annual and monthly memberships make wonderful gifts that continue to give for the entire year. See ad on page 3.

Girls Clothing Hut

380 E. State Hwy CC, B-106 • Nixa 417-569-4838 • shopgch.com Welcome to a little piece of paradise.

Girls Clothing Hut is your escape to fun, frilly, and delightfully unique clothing and accessories you’ll love for your kiddo and yourself. Girls Clothing Hut’s clothing and accessories are perfect for playtime and spectacular at special events. They offer a creatively charming selection as Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Jump Mania

NoBaked Cookie Dough

3202 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-881-5867 jumpmaniaspringfield.com Jump Mania is one of the biggest indoor inflatable parks in southwest Missouri.

Open jump is for kids ages 12 and younger to jump, climb, bounce, and slide all day.

With more than 7,000 square feet of play space, a toddler area, massage chairs, and an arcade, it’s a blast for the whole family. Private rooms are available for birthday parties, sports team celebrations, and family gatherings. Gift cards make fantastic Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers for the special kiddos in your life.

See ad on page 26.

1364 E. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-988-1009 • nobakedcookiedough.com NoBaked Cookie Dough caters your holiday celebrations—Friendsgiving, Christmas, corporate parties, and everything in between. It’s a recipe for fun: one-part edible cookie dough, one part YOU. Add a dash of sprinkles or another favorite topping, and–voila!– it’s a cookie dough dream come true.

Catered, by the pint, in a waffle cone, or with a scoop of ice cream. It’s a treat that’s sure to please. NoBaked Cookie Dough gift cards are great stockingstuffers, too. See ad on page 7.

Sac River Stables

Moxie Cinema

5798 N. Farm Road 125 • Springfield 417-742-4200 • sacriverstables.com Gift certificates are available for riding lessons, horse day camps, and birthday parties. Sac River Stables is a familyowned business, conveniently located five minutes north of Springfield and five minutes from the Frisco Highline Trail on a 200-acre farm bordered by the Little Sac River. Instructors are CHA-certified, and the facility is accredited through CHA and Girl Scouts- and Boy Scouts-approved to earn horse badges. See ad on page 12.

305 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-429-0800 • moxiecinema.com See independent, foreign, and art house films. The Moxie offers many FREE events for children, and a Moxie Cinema membership makes a great gift for your family to enjoy even more films. Purchase memberships in person at the theater.

See ad on page 26.

Springfield Ballet, Inc.

411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield 417-862-1343 • springfieldballet.org Give the gift of ballet this holiday with season tickets to Springfield Ballet’s upcoming performances, where you’ll save up to nine percent. Season tickets include “The Nutcracker” (Dec. 2023, 2019) and “The Sleeping Beauty” (April 17-19, 2020). A season of lasting memories for you and your family is waiting. See ad on page 5.

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Springfield-Greene County Park Board

417-864-1049 • parkboard.org The Park Board has the perfect gift for any fitness or outdoor enthusiast. Ideas range from Family Center memberships for Chesterfield, Dan Kinney, and Doling Family Center to golf gift cards, redeemable at any of four Park Board golf courses. Gift certificates to the parks may be purchased for any amount, to cover program fees for tennis, basketball, softball, swim lessons, summer camps, horseback riding, dance classes and much more. Pair with a “Love our Parks” stainless steel water bottle or sherpa blanket to create an extra special surprise. See ad on page 17.

Springfield Little Theatre

311 E. Walnut St. • Springfield 417-869-1334 • Education: 413-2287 Education building: 237 S. Florence Ave. springfieldlittletheatre.org Give a little theatre for the holidays.

Springfield Little Theatre’s Holiday Package includes one Flex Pass (6 tickets to any of the 2020 shows, one SLT 20-ounce bottle with reusable straw, a voucher for a complimentary beer or wine at the bar, and an SLT decal).

Packages range from $145–$200 and are the perfect gift for your theatre-loving loved one. Available at the SLT Box Office.

See ad on page 22.

Springfield Symphony

411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield 417-864-6683 • springfieldmosymphony.org Give the gift of music this holiday season.

Tickets to Springfield Symphony’s season of concerts make an excellent gift. Join the symphony for the annual holiday concerts. You’ll hear your holiday favorites at the “An American Christmas” Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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matinee, a FREE concert sponsored in part by Kids Directory. Seating begins at 2 p.m., and is first-come, first-served. The concert begins at 2:30 p.m. Or, join the Symphony that evening celebrating “An American Christmas” with classic holiday music and the annual carol sing-a-long.

Tickets for the evening performance are available at hammonshall.com. See ad on page 13.

Sylvan Learning Center

1830 E. Independence St. • Springfield 417-882-0740 • sylvanlearning.com Sylvan Learning Center makes giving the gift of STEM learning easy. For the best science, technology, engineering, and mathematics courses, contact your Springfield Sylvan Learning Center.

Kids Directory readers receive $25 off any course (does not include camps).

And, if your kid needs other education assistance, all Sylvan programs are now 10% off with the Kids Directory ad. These offers expire Jan. 31, 2020. See coupon and center for details. See ad on page 19.

TheraPlay

Located at TheraCare Outpatient Services

3039-A S. Fort Ave. • Springfield 417-890-4656 • theracareozarks.com TheraPlay has changed access to sensory toys, medical supplies, and therapy tools for children in southwest Missouri.

TheraPlay carries chewy necklaces and bracelets, fidget and sensory toys, sensory room components and games to help further a child’s development.

Let TheraPlay help assist in selecting the items to fit a child’s specific needs. See ad on page 23.

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Tiny Fins Survival Swim

417-413-4922 • tinyfinssurvivalswim.com At Tiny Fins Survival Swim, children learn confidence in the water and true survival skills (for example, rolling over from a face-down position or submerged to their backs to relax and breathe) through 15-minute one-on-one lessons taught four days a week for six weeks. Our format--shorter, more frequent lessons-is one reason our program is so effective.

Gift certificates for Tiny Fins are a great gift for grands, nieces and nephews, and other special young children in your life.

See ad on page 3.

Marketplace

Direct New customers receive $5 off your first purchase of $25 or more!

Open house every Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

Amber Murray 573-776-0719 roewithmurray.com

Wonders of Wildlife

500 W. Sunshine St. • Springfield 888-222-6060 • wondersofwildlife.org

Bring the wonder to your holiday season with a family membership to the Best Aquarium in America! Wonders of Wildlife memberships are filled with special events and discounts for all to enjoy. With more than 35,000 live animals found across 350,000 square feet containing 1.5 million gallons of fresh and salt water, you will bring holiday cheer all year long. See ad on page 9.

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December is National Tie Month

CALENDAR

Submit your family-friendly events by going to the calendar on our website.

Remember, our web calendar has LOTS more information than we can print here – SpringfieldKids.com.

Through Dec. 23

“The Polar Express” train ride at Branson Scenic Railway on select dates and times. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 800-287-2462 or visit bransontrain.com.

Branson Scenic Railway, 206 E. Main St., Branson.

869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 22.

Fridays–Sundays, Dec. 6–22

Candy Cane Lane at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 5–8 p.m. Drive-through light display.

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights only.

Cost: $5 per vehicle. For information, call 837-5949 or visit parkboard.org. RutledgeWilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield. See ad on page 17.

Thursdays–Saturdays through Dec. 28 Saturday, Dec. 7

Holiday Store for Kids. Friends of the Library volunteers help children age 18 and younger find, purchase, and wrap gifts for everyone on their holiday list. Prices range from 25 cents to $10. The Library Station, 2535 N. Kansas Expwy., 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Schweitzer Brentwood Branch, 2214 S. Brentwood Blvd., 9 a.m.–noon. Midtown Carnegie Branch, 397 E. Central St., Through Dec. 31 10 a.m.–1 p.m. The Library Center, 4653 S. Holiday Train Garden Display at the Campbell Ave., 9 a.m.–7 p.m. The Holiday Springfield Botanical Center. View miniature Store will be open at The Library Center landscapes and moving model trains in the through Dec. 15 during certain times. For atrium. Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. information, visit thelibrary.org. See ad on and Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. For more page 19. information, call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org. Springfield Botanical Center Saturday, Dec. 7 Christmas at the Gray-Campbell Farmstead, at Nathanael Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic 1–3 p.m. Celebrate an old-fashioned Ave., Springfield.

Christmas; decorate the tree with handThursdays–Sundays, Dec. 5–15 made vintage ornaments; and enjoy hot “Disney’s Frozen Jr.,” presented by cocoa, cookies, and carols. For information, Springfield Little Theatre. Elsa, Anna, and call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org. Graythe magical land of Arendelle come to life Campbell Farmstead, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., on the Landers Theatre stage. For show Springfield. dates and times, call the box office at Gardens Aglow at Mizumoto Japanese Garden, 5–8:30 p.m. Stroll through the festively lit garden. Cost: $5 per adult. FREE for FOG and SSCA members and children ages 12 and younger. For information, call 891-1515 or visit parkboard.org. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 17.

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“An American Christmas Matinee” with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. Annual free holiday concert sponsored in part by Kids Directory. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.; auditorium seating opens at 2 p.m. The concert featuring favorite holiday music begins at 2:30 p.m. Seating is first-come, first-serve. For information, call 864-6683 or visit springfieldmosymphony.org. Event at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 13.

Saturdays, Dec. 7

Festival of Lights Free Ice Skating at Jordan Valley Ice Park, 6:30–7:30 p.m. $3 skate rental. For information, call 866-7444 or visit parkboard.org. Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield. See ad on page 17.

Saturday, Dec. 21

Festival of Lights Free Ice Skating at Jordan Valley Ice Park, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $3 skate rental. For information, call 866-7444 or visit parkboard.org. Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield. See ad on page 17.

Sunday Dec. 22

Hanukkah begins at sundown.

Also, the first day of winter.

Monday, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 23, 26 & 27

Winter Wrangler Worship Day Camps at Sac River Stables, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. For children in kindergarten and older. Immerse yourself in the world of horses this winter with fun and learning all about horses. Attend one, two, or three days. Space is limited. For Saturday, December 14 pricing and information, call 742-4200 or Natural Holiday Crafts at the Springfield visit sacriverstables.com. Sac River Stables, Conservation Nature Center, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 5798 N. Farm Rd. 125, Springfield. See ad Stop by anytime to make simple holiday on page 12. crafts from natural and recycled materials.

Adult supervision required. For information, Wednesday, Dec. 25 Festival of Lights Free call 888-4237. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way. Ice Skating at Jordan Valley Ice Park, 5–6 Saturday, December 14 p.m. $3 skate rental.

The Downtown Springfield Christmas For information, call Parade, 2 p.m. For information, visit 866-7444 or visit itsalldowntown.com. parkboard.org. Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield. See ad on page 17.

Saturday, December 14 Playdate with Santa at Itty Bitty City, Thursday, Dec. 26 6-8 p.m. Special holiday activities with a Kwanzaa begins today. designated time for photos with Santa. Only 50 tickets available. Tickets: $30/child which includes two adults. For information, 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell. See ad on page 3.

Friday-Monday, Dec. 20-23

“The Nutcracker,” presented by Springfield Ballet. Six performances: Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.; and Monday, 2 p.m. For tickets call 869-1334 or visit landerstheatre. org or springfieldballet.org. Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.

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Family Overnight: Penguin Party at Wonders of Wildlife, 6 p.m.–7 a.m. Enjoy live animal encounters, educational activities, and a fun night surrounded by animals. Cost: $75/non-members, $67.50/ members. To register or for information, call 225-1162 or visit wondersofwildlife.org.

Wonders of Wildlife, 500 W. Sunshine St. See ad on page 9.

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