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It’s officially summer time in the Ozarks! That means time at the lake or the park, family vacations, and stay-cations. Family time all mixes with appointments, work, music lessons, camp, dance, martial arts, baseball or soccer, swimming...

Whew! It’s enough to make a parent’s head spin. Keep Kids Directory handy all summer long – we’ll keep bringing you the best service providers, instructional programs, events, entertainment, Kids Eat Free, and our print and online event calendars. Remember to check SpringfieldKids.com when you’re on the go.

Between grilling and fireworks, take a few moments on July 4 to remember the military men and women and their families who sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy in America. From everyone at Kids Directory, we wish you a safe and happy Independence Day. | ~Melinda, publisher & parent of a teenager Connect with Kids Directory SpringfieldKids.com Facebook @SpringfieldKids Twitter @spfldkidsdirectory Instagram @springfield_kids

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©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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Business Opportunities

Hidden Values................................................. 26 Marketplace Direct.......................................... 26

Clothing, Resale Boutiques & Consignment Girls Clothing Hut............................................ 17 Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale.............Back cover Rhea Lana Consignment Sale........................... 15

Childcare, Preschools, & Education

Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield...................... 16 Developmental Center of the Ozarks................ 17 Second Baptist Child Development Center......... 3 Springfield Catholic Schools............................... 8

Entertainment, Parties & Events

Itty Bitty City................................................... 11 Movies at Founders Park.................................... 5 Ozarks Public Television................................... 21 Springfield Conservation Nature Center........... 27 Springfield-Greene County Library................... 23 Springfield Lasers Tennis................................... 5 Take a Walk on the Wild Side 5K...................... 26 “The Polar Express” @ Branson Scenic Railway.... 8 Wonders of Wildlife........................................... 9

Hair Cuts & Salons

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids...................... 15

Healthy Kids/Healthy Families

CoxHealth.......................................................... 2 Dynamic Strides Therapy................................. 14 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry............................. 13 Girls on the Run............................................... 19 Musical Bridges Music Therapy.......................... 3 Ozarks Regional YMCA..................................... 23 Pierce Vision Specialists..................................... 3 Safe Kids Springfield........................................ 15 TheraCare Outpatient Services......................... 17 Thrive Family Chiropractic................................ 13

Instructional Classes & Programs

Melinda Arnold: Parent/Publisher/Owner Kathy Trumbly: Web Guru & Graphic Designer Danielle Shepard: Features/Calendar Editor, 689-0409 Casey Freeland: Social Media/Editorial Assistant Angie, Danielle, Heather, Jennifer, Kathy T, Robin, Sean, Tallie, Tia, and Melinda distribute 11,000 directories each month to more than 400 locations in eight southwest Missouri counties.

Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer............................ 19 B-Sew Inn........................................................ 14 Gold Medal Gyms.............................................. 7 Kumon Math & Reading Center........................ 16 Martial Arts USA.............................................. 13 Rick Grayson Golf............................................ 11 Sac River Stables............................................. 15 Springfield Art Museum................................... 16 Springfield-Greene County Park Board............... 5

Professional Services

Jennifer Triplett, Attorney............................... 17

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Kids

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The original, most comprehensive listing in the Ozarks!

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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 close to it) every We make every effort to keep our list updated, but Know about a deal we don’t have listed? night. changes happen. Please call the restaurant before you go to Want to advertise your restaurant? confirm the offer.

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

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SUNDAY

America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030.

Kids age 3 and younger eat free daily.

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 George’s Steakhouse, 339 S. Glenstone Ave., and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée.

Springfield, 831-6777. Get one free kids meal from the Additional charge if child chooses a side item other children’s menu (kids age 10 and younger) with each than french fries. Dine-in only. adult entrée purchased at $7.49 or above. Beverage not included. No substitutions allowed. Dine-in only. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, two locations: 1360 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, 887-2227, and 111 N. HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, Massey Blvd., Nixa, 724-1100. One child eats free 882-0300. Children age 3 years and younger eat free from the children’s menu with the purchase of an every day! Drink not included. Dine-in only. adult entrée, ages 12 and younger. Dine-in only.

Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, Houlihan’s, two Springfield locations. 2421 N. 889-2445. Every night is family night. Choose two Glenstone Ave., 862-7777, and 2110 E. Republic Rd., pizzas or flatbreads, with salad and 4 cookies, $19.99. 883-3434. Kids’ meals are $2.49 and $3.49. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 883-0900. One free kids’ menu King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., item with the purchase of one adult entrée valued Springfield, 866-5527. One child gets a free kid’s at $7 or more, after 4 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be meal with every adult combo meal or entrée combined with other offers. purchased. Choice of Cashew Chicken Junior or Sweet and Sour Junior. Maximum of three free Quizno’s, 2043 E. Independence St., Springfield, 877-0606. Monday-Friday after 5 p.m.; Saturday and meals. Dine-in only.

Sunday all day. Mention this listing to receive one McAlister’s Deli, four Springfield locations: 210 W. Kidz Meal free with the purchase of one 8-inch sub, Sunshine St., 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose St., 890chips and fountain drink meal. Child must be present 5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), 866to receive free meal. For kids age 11 and younger.

2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and 586 E. Not valid with other promotions, coupons, or radio/ Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Family Day, all day, TV certificates. Dine-in only. Code CLU5349.

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.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Sunday offers continued from page 6

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.

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.

Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., 864-8400. Get one kid’s meal free for each adult meal purchased for kids age 12 and younger, 4-10 p.m.

Pita Pit, three Springfield locations: 2113 W. Republic Rd., 881-8186; 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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in Springfield, 311 Park Central, 862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., 882-2249; Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell, and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., 883-5999; 602 N. 25th Springfield, 887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal St., Ozark, 485-3800; and 301 Branson Landing, (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase of an adult Branson, 417-334-4478. One free kid’s meal with the entrée. purchase of one adult entrée, 5-9 p.m.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, four locations: Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location ONLY, 807 N. 105 W. Sherman Way, Nixa, 725-3777; 3821 S. Main St., 725-6803. From 5-8 p.m., get one free kids Campbell Ave., Springfield, 368-5919; 631 S. meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult Kimbrough Ave., 866-2700; 1644 US Hwy 60 E, entrée purchased. Parents can get all-you-can-eat Republic, 732-5077. All day, kids eat for $1 with the wings, 5-8 p.m. purchase of a regular-priced entrée. Same offer on Dairy Queen, 4150 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

886-2253. Kids’ meals are $1.99, 4-10 p.m. for kids Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, age 12 and younger. Free treats, too! Child must be 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for $1 with purchase present. Dine-in only. of an adult combo meal, 4 p.m. to close. Also, Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Tuesdays-Thursdays.

Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One child age Iguana Roja, 107 W. Church St., Ozark, 485-8585.

12 and younger receives one free kid’s meal with Kids eat free from the kids’ menu with the purchase the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. of an adult entrée of $10 or more. Dine-in only.

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

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.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Tuesday offers continued from page 10

Godfather’s Pizza, 1890 N. Deffer Dr., Nixa, 725-4933, Village Inn, all locations, all day: Get one kid’s meal and 510 E. South St., Ozark, 581-9292. Get one free for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal kid’s buffet with the purchase of one adult buffet for purchased. children ages 3-12, 5-8 p.m. Dine-in only.

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Hy-Vee Market Grille Express, 1720 W. Battlefield St., Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Springfield, 881-8224. “Kids’ Night Out” with new Lebanon, 532-1777. Get one free kids’ meal for each themes each week and $3 kids’ meals. adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include all-you-can-eat. Dine in only.

McAlister’s Deli, four locations in Springfield, 210 W. Sunshine, 831-4450; 1460 E. Primrose, 890-5250; Dublin’s Pass, two locations: 317 Park Central East, 2445-A N. Kansas Expressway (at Kearney St.), 862-7625; and 2767 W. Republic Rd., 877-7625. Free 866-2331; 1711 W. Battlefield Rd., 888-0899; and kid’s meal for kids age 12 and younger with purchase 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747. Kids 12 and of one adult entrée, all day. Dine-in only. younger eat free 5-9 p.m., with purchase of adult meal. Limit two kids’ meals per entrée. Dine-in only. Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St. , Springfield, 868-0042. Dine-in only. One free kid’s plate for kids Moe’s Southwest Grill, 2212 W. Hwy 76, Branson, 12 and younger with purchase of one adult plate, 417-334-3880; 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 5-9 p.m.

881-0022. All day, children 9 and younger get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Zio’s Italian Kitchen, 1249 E. Kingsley St., Springfield, 889-1919. Get a kid’s meal for $1.99 with purchase Child must be present. of an adult entrée after 4 p.m.. Kids 12 and younger.

Nonna’s Italian Kitchen, 306 South Ave., 831-1222. Dine-in only. $1 extra for lasagna or chicken strips.

Children age 10 and younger get one free kid’s meal THURSDAY with purchase of one adult entrée.

Captain D’s, 2964 S. National Ave., 881-6098. All Perkins Family Restaurant, 729 W. Sunshine St., day, get up to two kids’ meals for 99¢ each with the 864-8400. All day, get one kid’s meal free for each purchase of an adult entrée of $5 or more. For kids adult meal purchased for kids 12 and younger.

12 and younger. Child must be present. Dine-in only.

Pizza Hut, West Sunshine St. and Glenstone Ave. Chick-fil-A, 3700 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, locations in Springfield. One free buffet with 890-5800. Kids Family Night every Thursday night purchase of an adult buffet, 5-8 p.m. Kids age 10 from 5-8 p.m. Kids receive a free Icedream® Sundae. and younger.

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Prima’s Mexican Grill, three locations: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd., #A-100, 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.

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., 863-9072; and Ruby Tuesday, two locations in Springfield: 2725 N. 1158 E. St. Louis St., Glenstone Ave., 831-7829; and 2825 S. Glenstone 866-6109. Get one Ave., 889-5866; and 3316 W. Hwy 76, Branson, free kid’s meal for 417-335-5450. After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée each $9 spent. with one adult entrée purchase.

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2019 Field Trip Guide Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

To all the teachers, parents, youth activity coordinators, and childcare facility owners–anyone who plans and manages field trips and excursions for children–this guide is for you! These area businesses and organizations offer great resources for you! The list is long: field trips about animals and conserving our planet, on-site and classroom programs that encourage scientific discovery, and abundant fun and physical activity!

Start planning your adventures for 2019-20 today, and remember to tell these folks you found them in Kids Directory!

2038 W. State Hwy 86 • Lampe 877-459-5687 • dogwoodcanyon.org Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is a one-of-a-kind experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers of all ages.

Inspiration will flourish as the Dogwood Canyon Foundation teaches stu-dents about the importance of protecting and conserving the great outdoors by taking the cause into the classrooms of the Nature & Conservation Center, the Campfire Club Amphitheater and the interactive Treehouse.

Gold Medal Gyms

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer

6840 W. Republic Rd. • Republic 417-732-4100 • goldmedalgyms.com Gold Medal Gyms hosts school field trips to introduce kids to gymnastics.

Activities include time on familiar gymnastics equipment and trampolines, and in play pits. Prices start at $7.50 per person for one hour of gym time.

Discounts available for larger groups.

See ad on page 7.

1347 N. Ashley Dr. • Nixa 417-725-1304 • allstargymandcheer.com All-Star field trips allow children to be active in a gymnastics setting that includes in-ground trampolines, balance beams, bars, and a 50-foot trampoline!

All-Star accommodates groups of up to 50 for ages 2-12 years. Field trips begin with stretch activities and incorporate gymnastics games and free time. See ad on page 19.

Itty Bitty City

3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 • ittybitty.city 1401 W. Norton Rd. • Springfield Itty Bitty City offers a playful learning 417-833-1570 • dickersonparkzoo.org experience for groups of 10-80 Dickerson Park Zoo customizes inparticipants ages 8 years and younger. classroom, pre-trip, and onsite programs Explore play spaces to learn through to expand the educational content of dramatic play, role play, creative play, field trips (additional programming fees and science and art activities. Itty Bitty apply). Presentations include Animal City is aligned with the Missouri Learning Ambassadors (live animals), biofacts Standards GLE curriculum as well as CDC (skins, sheds, teeth, and other items), developmental milestones. See ad on and animal facts. page 11.

Field trip information continues on page 20.

Dickerson Park Zoo

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2019 Field Trip Guide

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Jordan Valley Ice Park

635 E Trafficway • Springfield 417-866-7444 • ParkBoard.org The Ice Park can accommodate any size group ages 4 and older. Pricing starts as low as $4 per person for groups of 25+.

Tour the facility including the ice plant that keeps the ice frozen and learn how the Zamboni cleans and resurfaces the ice. As a treat, group may ice skate after the tour. See ad on page 5.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park

3825 W. Farm Rd. 146 • Springfield 417-837-5949 • ParkBoard.org Groups of 10-250 participants. Classes accommodate up to 60 students at a time. The Farm Park has developed fun and engaging programs for Pre-K through 5th grade. Students learn about farming, planting, and animals. Classes are 30-60 minutes and meet in the climate-controlled barn classroom. See ad on page 5.

Sac River Stables, LLC

5798 N. Farm Rd. 125 • Springfield 417-742-4200 • sacriverstables.com Sac River Stables can accommodate group sizes of eight participants and larger for ages 3 years and up. Trot over for some horse play including riding, grooming and visiting the beautiful horses at this CHA-accredited and Girl/Boy Scout approved indoor riding facility. See ad on page 15.

Springfield Art Museum

1111 E. Brookside Dr. • Springfield 417-837-5700 • sgfmuseum.org The Springfield Art Museum offers customized, interactive tours for grades K-12 at no cost to participating schools or homeschool groups. Tours may include observation, discussion, creative writing, or drawing prompts; responding to art through movement or drama; collaborative group work; and independent exploration of the galleries.

Tours can be designed to support a wide range of curricular goals and modified for students’ special needs. See ad on page 16.

Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park

2400 S. Scenic Ave. • Springfield 417-891-1515 • ParkBoard.org Staff-guided programs for groups 10100; $2/student. Topics include seeds (plant reproduction), soil science, exotic pests (weeds and disease), and the plants we eat. Guided garden activities at the Butterfly House, Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden (April-October) and the gardens. Gray-Campbell Farmstead is especially for 5th grade.

Self-guided activities: playgrounds, and prairie, forest, stream, and pond lessons.

See ad on page 5.

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Springfield Conservation Nature Center

4601 S. Nature Center Way • Springfield 417-888-4237 • mdc.mo.gov/Springfield The Springfield Conservation Nature Center provides educational field trips for all ages Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., year-round. Free guided programs typically last one to two hours and cover a variety of nature-related topics while tying into school curriculum. Programs require a minimum of two-week notice. with field trip to VWMP-EC. Each child Registration for the next calendar year receives a forever book. Farm tours are begins on Sept. 1. See ad on page 27. available where students learn about nutrition, grooming, saddles and tack, Springfield Little Theatre farrier care, safety, prey vs. predator, 311 East Walnut • Springfield and healthcare. Other experiences 417-413-2287 (horseback lead line rides and hayride springfieldlittletheatre.org to Watershed Center) are available for Springfield Little Theatre offers highly additional fees. See ad on page 5. discounted group tickets to special daytime performances for area schools, Wonders of Wildlife homeschool groups, and daycare National Museum & Aquarium centers. The SLT education staff can 500 W. Sunshine St. • Springfield coordinate a workshop, “play-in-a-day” 888-222-6060 • wondersofwildlife.org experience, over-the-top theatre party, Wonders of Wildlife understands or guided tour of the beautiful, historic that educational experiences should Landers Theatre for your student group. be fun, affordable, and empowering.

Their priority, as the most immersive Valley Water Mill Park nonprofit conservation attraction in the Equestrian Center world, is to inspire the next generation 4007 N. Farm Rd. 171 • Springfield of conservationists. As the youth of 417-833-3291 • ParkBoard.org today grow into tomorrow’s leaders, Groups from 10-60 participants, ages 5 they need values that promote the and up. Field trips subject to weather wise use and respect of the land, air, and availability; signed liability waivers water, and wildlife. Wonders of Wildlife by parent or guardian required. Grades has created world-class conservation 1 and 2: “Pony Tales Literacy Program” education programs and experiences uses the excitement of horses to that align with state and national motivate kids to learn to read. School learning standards so you can feel great visit with pony and program culminates about the journey. See ad on page 9.

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July 2019 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.

Mondays in July

Sign Along in the City at Itty Bitty City, 10:30-11 a.m. Join Ms. Leslie from Musical Bridges Music Therapy to learn American Sign Language through singing, musical books, and dance. Finger exercises strengthen and improve motor control. Cost is $5 per child, per class. Register online for one or multiple classes. For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ads on page 3 and 11.

Mondays and Wednesdays in July

National Junior Tennis & Learning is a free youth tennis program including one hour of on-court tennis games and activities, on Mondays and Wednesdays, July 2-25. (No class on July 4.) Ages 5-8 meet from 9-10 a.m. Ages 9-12 meet from 10-11 a.m. Registration is required. For infor-mation, call Cooper Tennis Complex at 837-5800 or visit parkboard.org.

Perry Tennis Courts, 3381 Sommerset Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 5.

Fridays in July

Music Makers Club at Itty Bitty City, 11:30noon a.m. Ms. Leslie from Musical Bridges Music Therapy works with children on social skills: interacting with peers, following directions, taking turns, sharing, waiting, and listening. Cost is $5 per child, per class.

Register online for one or multiple classes. For information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty. city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ads on page 3 and 11.

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Fridays and Saturdays in July

Splash & Sizzle Weekends at Grant Beach (1300 N. Grant Ave.), Westport (3100 W. Mt. Vernon St.), and Silver Springs (1100 N. Hampton Ave.) Pools from 5:30-8 p.m.

On Saturdays only at Meador Pool (2500 S. Fremont Ave.) from 5:30-8 p.m., and Fassnight Pool (1300 S. Campbell Ave.) from 5:30-10 p.m.

Admission is $1 or FREE with a canned food donation. For information, visit parkboard.org.

Fridays and Saturdays in July

Movies at Founders Park begin at dusk (approx. 9 p.m.). A contemporary version of the drive-in theater at Founders Park in Springfield. Fridays are family nights; Saturdays are date nights. All movies are rated G, PG, or PG-13. FREE admission. Bring your lawn chair or blankets. For movie titles and details, visit parkboard.org/movies. Founders Park, 330 E. Water St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.

Thursday, July 4

Red, White and Zoo at Dickerson Park Zoo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE admission for active military personnel, veterans, and their immediate family members (with military ID). General admission is $15 per adults and teens, $12 per seniors 60 and older and $10 per children 3-12.

Age 2 and younger are FREE. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org.

Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield.

Thursday, July 4

Splash & Sizzle Swimming at Fassnight (1300 S. Campbell Ave.), Grant Beach (1300 N. Grant Ave.), and Meador (2500 S. Fremont Ave.) Pools, noon-5:30 p.m. Admission is $1 or FREE with a canned food donation. For information, visit parkboard.org.

Friday, July 5

Racquet, White and Blue at Tom Watkins Park, 6-8 p.m. Bring your family and friends and join the celebration on court with music and snacks, and have fun playing tennis. Equipment is provided. For information, call 837-5826 or visit parkboard.org. Tom Watkins Park, 2100 W. High St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.

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Camp Invention: Supercharged, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This high energy, hands-on STEM camp is for children entering grades K-6. To register or for information, visit invent.org/camp. Hosted at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, 2200 W. Republic Rd., Springfield.

Friday, July 12

Family Fishing Night at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 6-9 p.m. Catch-and-release fishing, the cow train, bounce house, and campfire.

Cost: $5 per participant. Register early; space is limited. To register or for information, call 8375949 or visit parkboard.org. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield.

Saturday, July 13

Car Seat Check hosted by Safe Kids Springfield, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians check child car seats to ensure proper installation. No appointment necessary. For information, call 820-6671 or visit safekidsspringfield.org. Event at Willard Fire Protection District, 240 State Hwy Z, Willard. See ad on page 15.

Select dates, July 14-31

Springfield Lasers Tennis at Cooper Tennis Complex. Home matches on July 14, 16-18, 24, 30-31. Net Generation Kids’ Night on July 16 (details below). For tickets and information, visit springfieldlasers.com. Cooper Tennis Complex, 2331 E. Pythian St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.

Monday-Friday, July 15-19

Junior Golf Clinic at Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course, 8:30-10:30 a.m., daily. Kids ages 7-15 learn golf fundamentals from PGA instructors.

Putting, chipping, full swing, proper etiquette, and course play. Cost: $80 per session. To register or for information, call 833-9962 or visit parkboard.org. Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course, 1825 E. Norton Rd., Springfield. For more youth golf options, see Rick Grayson’s ad on page 11.

Tuesday, July 16

Little Acorns: Let’s Go Camping at Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 10-10:45 a.m. or 11:15-noon. Kids ages 3-6 experience a “night” in the woods at the indoor: sit in a tent, toast pretend s’mores, and gather around the campfire for a story.

Not for organized groups. For information, call 888-4237. Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield.

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Tuesday, July 16

Net Generation Kids’ Night at Springfield Lasers Tennis, 4:30-7 p.m. Tennis clinic, games, free admission to the Lasers match for children ages 5-14. Balloon animals, free snow cones, face painting, and a half-time oncourt dance party with the Lasers. For tickets and information, visit springfieldlasers.com.

Cooper Tennis Complex, 2331 E. Pythian St., Springfield. See ad on page 5.

Monday-Friday, July 22-26 or Monday-Friday, July 29-Aug. 2

Project Sew Summer Camp at B-Sew Inn, 9 a.m.-noon OR 2-5 p.m. Camp fee is $199 and includes printed instructions, fabric kits, and supplies. PLUS upon completion of the camp each participant will receive a sewing machine valued at $299. For information, call 882-7171 or visit bsewinn.com. B-Sew Inn, 1602 E. Republic Rd., Suite A, Springfield. See ad on page 14.

Tuesday, July 23-Friday, July 26

“Story” Summer Art Camp at Springfield Art Museum. Full- and half-day sessions for ages 5-12. This camp is about tall tales, fairy tales, myths, mysteries, make-believe, true stories, and your stories. For cost information, call 837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum.org. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield.

See ad on page 16.

Monday-Thursday, July 29-Aug. 1

Mysteries of the Deep EdVenture Camp at Wonders of Wildlife, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Children ages 6-8 will learn about animals that live in the ocean and the different features they have to survive. Register by July 22. For cost and information, call 225-1162 or visit wondersofwildlife.org. John A. and Genny Morris Conservation Education Center Entrance, 500 W. Sunshine, Springfield. See ad on page 9.

Tuesday, July 30

Space Magic at three Springfield library branches for children from preschool through 4th grade. 10 a.m., at Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library (2214 S. Brentwood Blvd.); 2 p.m., at The Library Station (2535 N. Kansas Expwy.); and 6:30 p.m., at The Library Center (4653 S. Campbell Ave.). Celebrate space exploration and the fascinating facts they’ve learned about the universe through Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic Show! For information, visit thelibrary.org. See ad on page 23.

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