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Spring is near, and we’re looking forward to blooming flowers and green grass!

What an amazing month this has been in the Kids Directory page garden. We are so excited to bring this jam-packed issue to you so that you can begin planning your child’s summer.

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Healthy Kids/Healthy Families

In this issue..

CoxHealth......................................................2 Gardner Pediatric Dentistry.........................11 Pierce Vision Specialists.................................7 TheraCare Outpatient Services.......................8 Thrive Family Chiropractic..............................3 Wise Psychological Services...........................3

Features

Where do KIDS EAT FREE?.............................6 Summer Camps & Programs................... 14-33 KIDS calendar of events......................... 34-35

Boutiques and Resale Shops

Professional Services

Girls Clothing Hut..........................................3 Haute Tot Upscale Kids Resale........Back Cover NEW Just Between Friends consignment sale.7

Jennifer Triplett, Attorney.............................8

Summer Camps & Programs

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer........................27 NEW B*Sew Inn...........................................19 NEW Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield...........19 NEW Children’s Music Academy....................13 Code Ninjas.................................................23 Cub Creek Science Camp..............................25 Dickerson Park Zoo......................................16 NEW Explore at Springfield Public Schools....23 NEW Girl Scouts of the MO Heartland.............5 Itty Bitty City...............................................17 Martial Arts USA..........................................29 Ozarks Regional YMCA.................................33 NEW Point Performing Arts..........................31 NEW Rick Grayson Golf.................................29 Sac River Stables.........................................25 Springfield Ballet...................................29, 36 Springfield-Greene County Parks.................15 Springfield Little Theatre.......................31, 36 Sylvan Learning Center................................25 The Summit Preparatory School...................27 Tiny Fins Survival Swim..................................8 Wonders of Wildlife.................................9, 21 NEW Zenith Climbing Center.........................19

Business Opportunities

Hidden Values.............................................38

Childcare & Preschools

Summer programs available, too.

University Child Care Center........................25 Second Baptist Child Development Center....16

Entertainment, Parties, & Events

Jungle Gym...................................................7 “Matilda” at Springfield Little Theatre..........36 Moxie Mornings...........................................38 Ozarks Public Television...............................37 Springfield Art Museum...............................11 Springfield Conservation Nature Center.......38 Springfield-Greene County Library...............25 Springfield Symphony Orchestra..................39 Taneyhills Community Library......................33 “The Sleeping Beauty,” Springfield Ballet.....36 Wonders of Wildlife.................................9, 21

Hair Salons

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids....................8 Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Kids Eat FREE *

*or almost free

The original 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? Want to advertise your restaurant?

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

EVERY DAY America’s Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free daily. See ad on page 15.

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.

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.

SUNDAY Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, 900 E. Battlefield Rd., Springfield, 881-9464. All day, one free kid’s meal (for kids age 12 and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée. Additional charge if child chooses a side item other than french fries. 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.

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Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 862-7777. 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., 890-5250; 2445-A N. Kansas Expwy. (at Kearney St.), 866-2331; 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. (Offer not valid at Nixa location on Sunday.)

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

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 99 cents with the 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; 586 E. Harrison St., Republic, 732-4747; and 703 McCroskey St., Nixa, 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.

Pizza Rance, 2825 S. Glenstone, Springfield, 3195021; 1464 MO-248, Branson, 337-5060. Kids 12 and younger get one free buffet with an adult buffet purchase, 4 p.m.-close.

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.

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

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.

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 $2.99 with purchase of an adult entrée. 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.

Fuddruckers, 2920 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, 655-1200. Get one kid’s meal for 99 cents 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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2020 Guide to

Summer Camps & Programs

Performing arts, education programs, fitness and sports, science and nature — there is no lack of summer activities for kids in our area. We know parents and grandparents are already searching for camps and programs. We’ve collected the best of the best right here in one convenient place just for YOU!

Dickerson Park Zoo

Animals & Nature

1401 W. Norton Road • Springfield 417-864-1800 • dickersonparkzoo.org 16795 State Route E • Rolla Learning comes to life at Dickerson 573-458-2125 Park Zoo. Classes and camps at cubcreeksciencecamp.com Dickerson Park Zoo introduce Cub Creek Science Camp has more children from tots to teens to than 300 animals including lemurs, science, nature, conservation, foxes, porcupines, wallabies, geography, and, of course, animals! parrots, sloths, and lizards in a With the world as a classroom, hands-on, interactive zoo. When Dickerson Park Zoo’s camps and you hear “Science Camp,” don’t classes instill a lifelong love of think it’s all about classrooms learning, as well as demonstrate and books. Cub Creek is about how everyone can help protect friendship, fun, curiosity, guided and care for animals. If you know learning, building self-confidence, a young person interested in learning problem solving skills, and science, art, crafts, exploring, wild creating memories to last a lifetime. adventures, animals, and more Campers choose two week-long then check out what’s happening at activity courses and two daily Dickerson Park Zoo. See ad on page classes from 100 engaging options 16. to round out their days. Each day is balanced with a little open time, evening activities, and options for those who are “early birds” and “night owls.” See ad on page 25.

Summer camp and program guide continues on page 18.

Cub Creek Science Camp

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Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park

3825 W. Farm Rd. 146 • Springfield 417-837-5949 • ParkBoard.org/Camps Got a future farmer on your hands?

Train them young at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park with hands-on, interactive experiences with farm animals and agriculture. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park offers several different weeklong full-day camps for ages 6-12, and half-day camps for 4- and 5-year-olds. Childcare before and after camp available for an additional fee. See ad on page 15.

Sac River Stables, LLC

5798 N. Farm Rd. 125 • Springfield 417-742-4200 • sacriverstables.com Sac River Stables’ Wrangler Worship Day Camps promote spiritual growth and horsemanship for students age 5 and older. Camps are supervised by CHA-certified riding instructors at a CHA-accredited indoor/outdoor riding facility using well-trained horses. Campers are instructed in safety while working around and riding horses and numerous equine topics, along with daily non-denominational devotions, and praise songs. Horses, tack, helmets, any equipment needed for riding, and Bible class materials provided. Discounts for siblings available. Early drop-off and late pick-up available. Spaces are limited, so register early.

Details, dates, and prices are at sacriverstables.com. (See Wrangler Worship Day Camps under “Services.”) See ad on page 25.

Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center

4007 N. Farm Rd. 171 • Springfield 417-833-3291 • ParkBoard.org/Camps If your child loves horses, sign up early for horse camps at Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center.

Beginner, intermediate and advanced camps run Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., for kids ages 7-17. It’s a hands-on, interactive experience. Your child will care for an assigned horse for the week and participate in lessons and performances based on skill level.

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Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

600 West Sunshine • Springfield 888-222-6060 x2 wondersofwildlife.org/camps Dive in this summer with an Edventure at Wonders of Wildlife and Dogwood Canyon Nature Park.

Experience the wonder, weekdays from June through mid-August, discovering the wild side with fouror five-day summer camps. Your camper will learn about many of the creatures and habitats while testing their survival skills, encountering live animals, exploring nature and creating memories. From pre-K to high school (ages 4-18), your camper will learn through games, crafts, and experiments for an unforgettable summer experience. Ages 4-6: 9 a.m.-noon; ages 6-18, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. with Stay and Play available from 3-5:30 p.m. For information, contact the Education Office, 417-225-1162; to register, visit the website listed above. See ad on page 21.

sewing while stitching their own projects. With the camp fee of $199, attendees receive printed instructions, fabric kits, and supplies. Plus, upon completion of camp each participant receives a sewing machine valued at $299.

Camps run five days: July 22-25 or July 29-Aug. 2. Morning sessions are 9 a.m.-noon; afternoon sessions are 2-5 p.m. Availability is limited. See ad on page 19.

Point Performing Arts

3322 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-885-8010 pointperformingarts.com Point Performing Arts offers classes beginning with 2-year-old children through adults. You’ll find a full range of offerings -- from ballet, tap, and jazz, to hip-hop, acro/tumbling, modern, and musical theater. Point Performing Arts has a place for everyone from the recreational dancer to aspiring professionals.

Beginning through advanced levels of ballet classes available, pre-pointe and pointe.

Arts, Dance, Music, including The Superstars class is specifically for students with Down syndrome, and Theater Autism, and other disabilities-B-Sew Inn Sewing and Software Center helping them with motor skills, 3046 S. Kimbrough Ave. • Springfield confidence, and socialization.

417-882-7171 • bsewinn.com Summer classes enrolling now. See B-Sew Inn Sewing and Software ad on page 31.

Center, the world’s largest Baby Lock sewing machine retailer, is once again offering “Project Sew Summer Camp.” Project Sew is open for girls and guys ages 9-16.

Attendees will learn the basics of Summer camp and program guide continues on page 22.

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Springfield Art Museum

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1111 E. Brookside Dr. • Springfield Daytime camps and intensives offer 417-837-5700 • www.sgfmuseum.org learning experiences far beyond the barre including music, drama, Kids get inspired at Art Camp! All sessions include an array of projects nutrition, and anatomy. A special demonstration at the end of the that encourage experimentation week showcases the dancers’ hard and expression as kids draw, build, work. Register before May 1 and collage, paint, sculpt, and weave receive a 10-percent discount. their ideas into works of art. In During a six-week session, classes addition to hands-on art-making, campers explore the Springfield Art are offered in creative movement, ballet, pointe, and modern. Register Museum’s exhibits and collection for classes by May 30 and the through games and activities. Art Camp runs Tuesday through Friday. registration fee is only $10. See ad on page 29.

Full- and half-day options are available for kids ages 5-10. Look for Springfield Little Theatre special Pre-K sessions for ages 4-5.

311 E. Walnut St. • 417-869-1334 Schedule, pricing information, and options for older kids can be found SLT Education Department 237 S. Florence Ave. • 417-413-2287 on the museum’s website. See ad springfieldlittletheatre.org on page 11.

Try something you’ve never tried before or follow your passion and improve your craft at SLT. Springfield Little Theatre offers multiple one-week and two-week summer workshop sessions from May through August. Serving beginner to advanced students ages 4-18, SLT provides summer theatre camp experiences in acting, musical theatre, dance, performance, technical theatre, and theatre management. Programs are housed in the historic Landers Theatre and Springfield Ballet 411 N. Sherman Pkwy. • Springfield The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School 417-862-1343 • springfieldballet.org of the Performing Arts. Involvement at SLT fosters creativity, teamwork, Summer is an excellent time to and a whole lot of fun. 2020 themes develop dance technique, and include “Grease” and “Godspell, Jr.” Springfield Ballet offers summer See ad on page 31. camps, intensives, and evening Summer camp and program guide continues on page 24. classes which allow students to start Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Code Ninjas

3202 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield 417-319-7996 Facebook: CodeNinjasSpringfield Computer and game coding is the language of the future. Kids ages 7-14 will immerse themselves in technology to learn, play, and create during Code Ninjas’ oneweek summer camps. Camp themes Education & include Minecraft, Python, Roblox, drones, game builders. Half-day and Enrichment full-day options available. Register by calling the Springfield center or Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield Henderson Unit: 835 W. Calhoun St. visiting kidscode1.com/spcamps.

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Musgrave Unit: 720 S. Park Ave. Stalnaker Unit: 1410 N. Fremont Ave. Explore with Springfield Public Schools Sertoma Unit: 2524 S. Golden Ave. 417-523-4747 • sps.org/explore Fremont Unit: 1630 N Weller Ave. Explore is an exciting opportunity (Weller Elementary site for Fremont and for students to participate in fun Weller Explore students only) and engaging learning experiences.

417-862-2949 • bgclubspringfield.org Led by professional educators Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield and enriched by immersive field provides education and recreation experiences and hands-on activities, programming for youth ages 6-18, Explore offers something for every 7 a.m.-5:45 p.m., Monday-Friday. child from kindergarten to high Online registration required by school — and it’s all free. Explore visiting bgclubspringfield.org/ sessions are June 3-30 and July 6-31. register. Lunch and snack included. More than 80 Artworks classes are Scholarships available for qualifying also offered in June for grades 3-8. families. Weekly field trips require High school students may choose extra fees. Summer programming from a wide variety of seated and focuses on academic success, good online classes. Free meals are character & citizenship, and healthy served at most schools and bus lifestyles. The Boys & Girls Clubs transportation is available for eligible of Springfield’s mission for more students. Visit sps.org/explore than 80 years is to enable all young to enroll or learn more. See ad on people, especially those who need page 23. us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. See ad on page 19.

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Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland

210 S. Ingram Mill Rd. • Springfield 877-312-4764 girlscoutsmoheartland.org Fun and summer camp are synonymous. This summer local Girl Scouts will have plenty of fun with hiking, canoeing, and archery.

Our summer camps offer girls opportunities to have exciting outdoor adventures while learning important skills like self-reliance, leadership, and perseverance. More importantly, girls take the lead.

Girl Scout camps provide an all-girl safe space where they’re free to explore, learn, and have fun being themselves. Being a Girl Scout isn’t required. Plenty of girls come with no previous Girl Scout experience.

They leave with new friendships, leadership skills, and tons of fun memories. See ad on page 5.

Parents Cooperative Preschool at Itty Bitty City

3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-202-2025 parentscoopspringfield.com Join us at Itty Bitty City for three exciting summer camps for ages 2-6.

June 22-25 features Pet Parade, July 27-30 is Oceans of Fun, and August 3-6 is Super STEAM! These camps will also provide a preview to the play-based curriculum and schedule used by the preschool during the regular school year.

Camps also include free admission to Itty Bitty City for the enrolled child anytime throughout the week of camp. Read more details and register online at ittybitty.city/events. See ad on page 17.

Second Baptist Child Development Center

3111 E. Battlefield • Springfield 417-887-3111 • secondbaptist.org 3640 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield Second Baptist Child Development 417-202-2025 • ittybitty.city Center’s goal is to give children Itty Bitty City is BIG on summer a quality Christian education in a fun! Escape the heat for a day of loving environment. They desire creative play that’s fun for all ages to meet each child’s needs– (and educational, too!). Day passes spiritually, emotionally, socially, are $11 per child age 1-12, $4 for and intellectually–to prepare them infants under age 1 (or free with for tomorrow’s challenges. They an older sibling), and $4 per adult. provide activities for intellectual Monthly memberships and multistimulation at the child’s level, visit discount punch cards are also opportunities for maximum social available. Calendar at growth, assistance in sound ittybitty.city/events for summer emotional development, and camps, classes, and special events. guidance in a Christian environment See ad on page 17. for basic spiritual development.

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Second Baptist continued Classes for children 6 months old through Pre-K. Summer session days are Tuesdays and/or Thursdays in June and July, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call the center for information.

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SPARC and the SpringfieldGreene County Park Board

Ritter Springs Park and various Springfield school sites 417-837-5737 • ParkBoard.org/Camps Sign up for summer-long SPARC day camps, Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., offered at various school-park sites, for ages 5-14. Camps include field trips, swimming, games, crafts, sports, nature activities, and team building. Most importantly, day camps offer a safe and affordable opportunity for kids to have a memorable summer. Choose from several SPARC school sites or get in nature and build forts and play in the creek at Ritter Springs. Summer Quest day camps are for ages 11-14 include fun field trips to amusement parks, state parks, and other adventure destinations. SPARC offers a specialty sports camp called smALL Stars in August. Register early. See ad on page 15.

camps, tutoring for students K-12, and ACT/SAT preparation for high schoolers. Tutoring assistance is available in reading, math and algebra, writing, and study skills and homework support. From June through August, the center schedules morning and evening tutoring opportunities. Midday camps focus on Fun Facts & Math Practice and Spelling & Vocabulary.

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TheraCare Outpatient Services

3023-B S. Fort Ave. • Springfield 417-890-4656 • theracareozarks.com Announcing TheraCare’s summer intensive program. This program will allow you to cater a therapy program to meet your child’s various needs. Speech, occupational, physical, and music therapies available. You pick the number of sessions per week, and TheraCare provides the opportunities for your child to thrive in their speech, language, fine motor, gross motor, and other developmental skills. See ad on page 8.

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Sylvan Learning Center

1830 E. Independence St. • Springfield 417-268-9392 locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/springfield-mo

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The Summit Preparatory School

202 E. Walnut Lawn St. • Springfield 417-869-8077 • thesummitprep.org Spend your summer at The Summit Prep with Camp Raven. These camps provide a fun and stimulating way for your child to continue learning over the summer break. Each camp is themed to a different topic and encompasses several subject areas, from STEM and art to botany and Spanish. Camps are for incoming 1st through 5th-grade students. Junior Camps are available for incoming PreK and Kindergarten students.

Week-long sessions are $115 and are offered during morning camps (8:30-11:30 a.m.) or afternoon camps (12:30-3:30 p.m.) in June and July. See ad on page 27.

University Child Care Center

500 South Avenue • Springfield 417-866-0980 universitychildcarecenter.org University Child Care Center is a nonprofit licensed and accredited preschool for ages 2-6. Limited spots for school-age children up to age 12 may be available during the summer months. UCCC has been helping children spread their wings for more than 45 years. See ad on page 25.

Sports & Fitness All Star Gymnastics & Cheer

1347 N. Ashley Dr. • Nixa 417-725-1304 allstargymandcheer.com All Star Summer Camps are back.

Campers will enjoy the large private facility while learning gymnastics or cheerleading skills in a fun, safe, and encouraging environment. Camps are always staffed with fully trained and experienced coaches. Campers will engage in themed open gym, obstacle courses, crafts, and other activities. Snacks are provided every day. Morning sessions are 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesday through Thursday, to keep your afternoons free for other summer activities.

No registration fee or membership fee for camps. Sign up early to take advantage of early-bird pricing! See ad on page 27.

Martial Arts USA

4560 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield 417-886-3331 • MartialArtsUSA.net Would you love for your child to learn how to have better focus, more self-control, and better self-discipline, all while getting plenty of exercise, building lasting friendships, and having fun? Our full-time camps include sports, martial arts, guest speakers, arts and crafts, field trips and lots more.

Our camps fill up quickly so enroll now. See ad on page 29.

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Ozarks Regional YMCA

Betty Allison Family Golf Centers at Rivercut and at Oscar Blom are unique party places for summer birthdays. When you’re at the Betty Allison at Rivercut, check out the golf-themed playground at Betty’s Clubhouse. See ad on page 29.

orymca.org The Ozarks Regional YMCA offers summer day and resident (sleepaway) camps to give kids and teens in our community an adventurous, active, and healthy summer — one they will surely be described as “the best summer ever” for years to come. YMCA camp programs offer fun and unique experiences with an opportunity to explore the outdoors, meet new friends, discover new interests, and create memories that last a lifetime.

Summer is the ideal time for kids to get up, get out and explore.

Attending one of the Ozarks Regional YMCA summer camps is a wonderful opportunity for kids to keep their minds and bodies active.

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Springfield-Greene County Park Board Specialty Camps

1923 N. Weller • Springfield 417-864-1049 • ParkBoard.org/Camps The Park Board offers seasonal day camps at special facilities including Junior Golf Clinics at the Park Board golf courses, archery camps, beginner and advanced ice hockey and figure skating camps at Jordan Valley Ice Park, outdoor exploration adventures with Outdoor Initiatives, and bike and skateboarding camps at Springfield Skate Park. SPARC offers a specialty sports camp called smALL Stars in August. Dickerson Park Zoo offers camps and education programming throughout the summer. See ad on page 15.

Rick Grayson Golf Betty Allison Family Golf Center at Rivercut

2846 W. Farm Road 190 Springfield 417-823-7888 • rickgraysongolf.com Rick Grayson Golf has great golf camps for children ages 5-17. Each camp is directed by Rick Grayson, Missouri Sports Hall of Fame Member and Mid-West Section PGA Junior golf leader for the last seven years. If your junior golfer is playing and wants to improve, the Rick Grayson Youth Camp is a sure-fire way to improve his or her game.

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information, call 429-0800 or visit moxiecinema.com. Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell, Springfield. See ad on page 38.

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.

Saturday, March 7

Butterfly Storytime at Taneyhills Community Library, 10:30 a.m. Presented

by The Butterfly Palace. For information, visit taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org or call 334–1418. Taneyhills Community Library, 200 S. 4th St., Branson. See ad on page 33.

Fridays in March

Music Makers Club with Musical Bridges Music Therapy, 11:30-noon. For children age 2 and older. Cost: $5/child, per class.

To register or for information, call 202-2025 or visit ittybitty.city. Itty Bitty City, 3640 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 17.

Saturday and Sunday, March 7 & 8

Sequiota Cave Boat tours, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Paddle through Sequiota Cave and learn its history and myths. Event subject to weather and bat activity. Register by March 6.

For ages 5 years and older. Cost: $8/adult, $6/ages 5-15. For information, call Outdoor Initiatives at 833-8647 or visit parkboard. org. Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 15.

Beginning Thursday, March 5

VolleyTikes for ages 4-6 from 4:15-5 p.m.; VolleyKids for ages 7-9 from 5:5:45 p.m.

Both programs are March 5, 12, and 26, and April 2 and 9. Springfield-Greene County Park Board’s Community Sports Development Program focuses on motor movements, hand-eye coordination, basic volleyball skills, and basic game knowledge.

Cost: $50 for the five-week session. For information, call 874-2915 or visit parkboard.org.

O’Reilly-Tefft Gym, 1408 E. Pythian St., Springfield. See ad on page 15.

Thursday, March 12

DogSense, 7-9 p.m. Safely introduce your baby to your dog. The class is taught by a certified dog behavioral therapist and trainer. Cost: $10. To register or for information, call 269-5239 or visit coxhealth.com. The Turner Center, 1000 E. Primrose, Ste. 130, Springfield. See ad on page 2.

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Pre-K Open Studio at Springfield Art Museum, 10:30 a.m.-noon. For children ages 3–5. FREE hands-on art sessions in an open-studio. To register or for information, call 837-5700 or visit sgfmuseum.org.

Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield. See ad on page 11.

School’s Out Workshops, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., for ages 5-12. Creative play at Springfield Little Theatre. Performance at the end of the day for parents. Registration is required. Cost: $35 per day per child. For information, call 417-413-2287 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org. Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for Springfield Little Theatre, 237 S. Florence, Springfield. See ad on page 31.

Saturday, March 7

Moxie Morning, 10 a.m. Free event featuring a short film and art activities.

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Minecraft Spring Break Day Camp, 9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. For ages 7-14. No prior coding experience necessary. Cost: $189, five-day camp. To register or for information, call 319-7996 or visit facebook.com/ codeninjasspringfield. Code Ninjas, 3202 W. Republic Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 23.

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First Day of Spring

Birds: Bingo, 1-2 p.m. For age 5 and older.

Learn about birds and play bingo with a naturalist. For information, call 888-4237.

Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield. See ad on page 38.

Thursday and Friday, March 19 & 20

Animal Oddities Spring Break Camp, 1-4 p.m.

For students in grades 2-3. Meet some odd animals. Cost: $40/FOZ member and $55/non-member. For information, call 833-1570 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org.

Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 16.

Friday, March 20

Owl Prowl: Nature Walk and Hot Chocolate Bar, 7-8 p.m. Hike around Lake Springfield and listen for owls. Meet four species of owls from Dickerson Park Zoo at the Boathouse. Registration requested. Cost: $5/person. FREE for children age 4 and younger. For information, call 891-1550 or visit parkboard.org. Lake Springfield Park Boathouse and Marina, 2312 E. Lake Springfield Park Rd., Springfield. See ad on page 38.

Saturday, March 21

An Evening with David Harrison and His “After Dark” Critters, 7-8:30 p.m. Author David Harrison and a team of actors read his new book, “After Dark: Poems about Nocturnal Animals.” Meet “after dark” creatures from Dickerson Park Zoo. For families with children from preschool-2nd grade. For information, visit thelibrary.org.

The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield. See ad on page 25.

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Family Learn to Swim, 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Designed to accommodate all ages from 6 months through level swim 2 skills, this program focuses on swim skills and water safety. Class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays for three weeks. Register by noon on Friday before the session begins.

Session cost: $40/member, $50/nonmember. To register or for information, call 837-5900 or visit parkboard.org. Doling Family Center, 301 E. Talmage, Springfield.

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Wednesday-Saturday, March 25-28

Just Between Friends spring sale. Shop great deals on the brands you love. Save 50-90 percent off retail. For information, visit facebook.com/jbfspringfield. Event at Fieldhouse Sports Center, 2235 W. Kingsley, Springfield. See ad on page 7.

Beginning Friday, March 27

“Matilda, the Musical,” presented by Springfield Little Theatre March 27-April 11.

Based on the book by Roald Dahl. For show times, tickets and information, call 869-1334 or visit springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield. See ad on page 36.

Saturday, March 28

“The Civil War in Missouri,” 7:30 p.m., performed by the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, starts at 7:30 p.m. Orchestra, chorus, and soloists perform Civil Warera songs and read letters, editorials, and battle reports. For tickets, call the Hammons Hall box office at 836-7678 or visit missouristatetix.com. For information, visit springfieldmosymphony.org.

Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield. See ad on page 39.

Saturday and Sunday, March 28 & 29

Family Overnight EdVentures: Ocean Commotion. Registration deadline is 8 a.m., March 14. From rocking waves to the sea floor and everything in between, the ocean is swimming with new discoveries. Cost: $75.

For information, call 225-1162 or visit wondersofwildlife.org. Wonders of Wildlife, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield. See ad on page 9.

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