ShowMe Dining Guide

Crabby’s Seafood Bar and Grill

815 W. 7th St. • Joplin, MO • 417.206.3474

Catering • Private Parties • Chef at Home

Dine at Crabby’s for a beautiful meal in an elegant, yet approachable finedining experience. Choose from a wide variety of fresh seafood, steak and chops. Enjoy libations from our full bar, including the best Scotch selection in town. Serving the Four States for 10 years! Make your reservations today!

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Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 am-10 pm • Closed Sunday Haven 55

408 Havenhurst Drive • Pineville, MO 417.223.2055 • www.haven55.com

Haven 55 is a cozy country restaurant with a magnificent view, delicious homestyle food and exceptional service. The culinary masterpieces from Owner and Executive Chef Alan Bone cannot be beat. You will love the New York strip steak with blue cheese cream sauce, the fried green beans, and you don’t want to miss Wednesday night prime rib! Located on the site of the old Havenhurst Mill, built in 1868, this historical restaurant overlooks the dam on Little Sugar Creek.

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Kascade Steakhouse

988 S. Country Club Rd • Carthage, MO 417.553.7357 • Like us on Facebook!

Kascade Steakhouse is Carthage’s newest spot for a delicious bite to eat. The chef is an expert in gourmet steaks, steakburgers, salmon and Italian food – his authentic alfredo is to die for. Come in on Fridays for the prime rib special. Under the same owners as Midway Café in Bartlesville, OK, where we are serving up the breakfast you have come to know and love. Dining room and lounge accommodates groups, events and weddings. $-$$

Open Tuesday-Saturday 4-9 pm

Sam’s Cellar Bar & Oven

101 N. Wood • Neosho, MO 417.451.3330 • www.samscellar.com

Sam’s Cellar offers a unique dining experience under the historic square in Neosho, MO. Enjoy gourmet wood-fired pizzas, burgers, wings, wraps, subs or a specialty salad. The full bar offers signature cocktails, draft beers and wine to wet your whistle. Come visit us at Sam’s Cellar for a dining experience you will never forget! $-$$

Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 am-Close

Hours: Tues-Sat for lunch 11 am-2 pm, and dinner 5 pm-9 pm

Mis Arcos

1926 S. Garrison Ave. • Carthage, MO 417.237.0547

For the delicious authentic Mexican food you crave, there’s no place like MisArcos. We offer great choices, from our mouthwatering quesadillas to sizzling fajitas to massive burritos. There’s a reason we were voted Best of the Four States for Mexican food! Did we mention our two for $5 margaritas? Mis Arcos is the home of great food, fun times and lots of laughs! $-$$

Hours: Mon-Wed, 11 am-9 pm; Fri, 11 am-9:30 pm; Sat/Sun 11 am-9 pm

Taste of Italy

4321 S. Chapel Road • Carthage, MO 417.358.2000

“The trouble with eating Italian food is that five or six days later, you’re hungry again.” Taste of Italy serves up delectable, authentic Italian food with new specials almost daily. Owner and Head Chef Aleks Sula was born in Albania and raised in New York City, so he brings 20-plus years of experience in traditional Italian and Mediterranean cooking to his menu. You can expect made-from-scratch bread, sauces, pasta and more. $-$$

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 am-9 pm; Sunday, 11 am-3 pm

Undercliff Grill & Bar

6835 Old Highway 71 • Joplin, MO 417.629.2869 • www.theundercliffgrill.com

Undercliff Grill & Bar is back in business! This historical restaurant has been brought back to life under new ownership, so come by to grab a bite to eat and see what’s new. Chow down on some good old-fashioned comfort food or grab a beer at the bar. Undercliff Grill & Bar is the perfect spot for breakfast, lunch, a date or a night out with friends and family. Follow Undercliff Grill & Bar on Facebook to learn more! $-$$.

Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 11 am-9 pm; Saturday, 9 am-9 pm; Sunday, 9 am-3 pm.

TRACKSIDE BURGERS & BBQ

Trackside Burgers & BBQ

1515 West 10th St. • Joplin, MO 417.717.1161

Trackside Burgers & BBQ offers freshly made items to order. Chef Mike and his staff offer the old-fashioned hamburgers everyone loves and more, from homemade sauces and seasoned fries to perfectly prepared chicken sandwiches and onion rings. Chef Mike wants to share his love for food and his heart to serve people. Call about catering for your next party or event! $-$$

Hours: Monday-Friday, 11 am-8 pm; Saturday, 11 am-3 pm

The Vogue Boutique

144 S. Main • Carl Junction, MO

Just 10 minutes from downtown Joplin 417.649.7911 shopthevogueboutique.com

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Gift yourself something special! The Vogue Boutique has all the favorite hard-to-find lines everyone loves, such as Hunter, Birkenstock, Ecco, Hobo, Liverpool, Mackenzie-Childs, Kendra Scott, Julie Vos, E-Newton, Musse Bath, Tokyo Milk, Archive, Sweet Grace, Mudpie, Tyler, Capri Blue and many more! Let our friendly staff help you choose the perfect outfit or pair of shoes at The Vogue Boutique, 144 South Main Street, in the heart of historic downtown Carl Junction just across from the Post Office. Open Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Shop online anytime at shopthevogueboutique.com.

One 24 Boutique

13105 Kodiak Rd • Neosho, MO • 417.451.1144

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One24 Boutique is a unique mother/daughter-teamed store that specializes in the unique. Located in Neosho, this small-town store has gifts, home decor, one-of-a-kind finds and FASHION!! The new “One24 Rags” clothing line was custom designed by the two ladies! A portion of all proceeds is donated each month to the KU Bladder Cancer Department to fund a research scholarship.

Society

4 S. Main St. • Webb City, MO • 417.717.0073 www.thesocietymarketplace.com

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Society Marketplace is ready to dress you up in the perfect Spring outfit. With new items arriving weekly, Society has everything you’ll want to accessorize for Spring. Find unique leather cuffs and jewelry or create your own custom hat. Whatever you’re searching for, you’ll find the latest trends in clothing, accessories, and shoes at Society. Don’t forget about Ladies Night where you can indulge in a fun-filled pampering evening with your friends. Society also has a great selection of permanent jewelry. Society Marketplace is exactly as the name says- a community of people!

Wig’N Out Boutique

20 S. Main St. • Webb City, MO 417.717.5099 • www.wignoutboutique.com

Say hello to sunny days with the perfect outfit from Wig’N Out Boutique. You’ll find all the stylish clothing, shoes and accessories for your perfect spring look. While you’re in, let an experienced stylist show you the new wigs, hairpieces and extensions. Wig’N Out is here to help you look and feel your best! And always remember: “We’ve got you covered from head to toe!” Call them today to schedule your consultation.

Club 1201

1201 E. 32nd Street • Joplin, MO club1201.com

Now serving Joplin’s best brunch! Homemade beignets, pastries, biscuits and gravy, peppered bacon, eggs and parmesan fried potatoes and more! For lunch, enjoy your favorite appetizers, “outof-this-world” salads, seasoned breads and your choice of dressing, soup du jour, sandwiches from burgers to apricot turkey and over 30 other choices! We offer a full service catering menu for private parties, business meetings and special events. Hours: Tues-Thur 11 am-3 pm; Fri 11 am-10 pm; Sat and Sun 9 am-2 pm. We are available for out-of-house and in-house events and catering 7 days a week.

Blue Moon Boutique

613 S. Main Street • Joplin, MO • 417.553.0826 www.bluemoonboutiquejoplin.com

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We are so excited to offer the Kedzie athletic sling bags with mixand-match guitar straps. Kedzie crossbody sling bag is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are going to a party, heading to work or traveling, it is your perfect daily companion to wear cross body or as a sling bag. Great for gifts, too! At Blue Moon Boutique, you’ll always find unique clothing and accessories, quirky home decor and gifts, locally made artwork and more. If you have an eclectic, boho style, then Blue Moon Boutique will be right up your alley!

The Paw Spa • A Bathhouse for Dogs

323 S. Main • Carthage, MO • 417.359.5190

The Paw Spa Bathhouse for Dogs is THE place to treat your dog to a spa day! Located next to BigDog Boutique on the Carthage square, Paw Spa features full grooming, wash services, nail trims and selfserve wash stations. Everything is provided to wash your own dog, including premium shampoos and conditioners, brushes, towels and chamois, and heated dryers. We even take care of all clean-up! If do-it-yourself isn’t your thing, let us give your dog a bath while you shop around the square. Paw Spa also offers full grooming in a quiet, one-on-one environment. Check us out on Facebook at PawSpaBathhouse or call 417.356.5190.

Big R’s Pies

BigRsPies.com 417. 437.3135

BigRsPies.com was 23 years in the making. Owner Twyla Housh sold the barbecue portion of Big R’s in April, but she and her mother Carla kept the pie portion and set up a commercial pie kitchen. Whole pie pickups are at Big R’s, Red Onion Espressoria in Galena, Kansas, and Chatters in Pittsburg, Kansas. No charge for delivery within Joplin city limits.

Extreme

Sports Scuba

5203 S. Range Line Road • Joplin, MO 417.659.9009 • www.extremesportsscuba.com

At Extreme Sports Scuba, we offer beginning scuba and a large list of specialty classes. We don’t believe in hidden costs and supply all gear for the Open Water SCUBA Diver Course except for boots. The Open Water Scuba course is only $395 per person and includes educational material. Now is the perfect time to learn to dive! Come see us and like us on Facebook.

‘Tis the season for all shades of green in the fields and soft, natural alpaca fibers and yarns. Iceman and Ryan are celebrating because we are repotting our plants in the wonderful alpaca “beans” and preparing for harvesting abundant vegetables and lovely flowers. Greet spring at Zena Suri Alpacas with tours, our alpaca store or nights in our cottage for couples. Call 804.389.2579 to visit or stay.

Rockstar Design 417.499.9217

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If you’re in the market for a new logo, brand creation or billboard, check out Rockstar Design! If you can dream it, Rockstar can design it! They design everything from business cards to radio and television commercials. Whether you’re just starting out or an established business, Rockstar can design something unique to you and your brand. They have been leading the way in creativity and advertising since 2013. Contact Shaun and his team today to be a Rockstar in your industry.

Celebrating The Jo p l i n Sesquicentennial 150 50 YEARSofMemories, G r o w th and Impact

What do you hope to be remembered for on your 150th birthday?

Joplin is celebrating its 150th birthday this year. Learn more about a vintage baseball game, a lecture series on some historic Joplin figures, a movie series and a music series celebrating Joplin’s stars and more in this issue’s pages.

By Ann Leach

Do you remember celebrating your fifth birthday? What did you do for your 21st birthday or your 50th? Ah, life milestones that provide an overview of a life well lived. Joplin has its own milestone birthday happening this year, the sesquicentennial, and that means 150 years of memories, events and growth to honor and commemorate.

A committee of community volunteers, the Celebrations Commission, led by cochairs Patrick Tuttle and Brad Belk, have been meeting monthly for over a year to create a community party for all.

continued,” Belk said. “The perseverance to face any issue, and the values that bond us are known worldwide. Joplin is synonymous with these traits.”

Kicking off the celebration events March 21 is the Joplin Sesquicentennial Lecture Series, with a presentation, “The Life of Gabby Street,” presented by Dr. Galen Irwin.

Charles Evard Street acquired the name Gabby in his early years and was known by that nickname for the rest of his life.

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“The Celebration Commission has focused on history, culture and education as the main driver for planning events,” Tuttle said. “We hope Joplin’s unique place in regional, state, national and world events creates a heightened sense of value to all ages who participate.”

And why is it important for the community to remember our history? Belk observed a common theme as he and the Commission reviewed memorabilia and documents from past events impacting the city: perseverance. “Though the founding of Joplin was from an era of mining and now the mining is gone, the strength of our citizens has

A baseball enthusiast, Street became immortal for being the first to catch a ball thrown from the Washington Monument. The year was 1908.

Gabby Street came to Joplin to become player-manager of the Joplin Miners in 1922, leading them to a league and intersectional championship that year.

In 1923, he married Joplin resident Lucinda Chandler, and they made their home in Joplin for the rest of their lives.

Gabby Street was a Joplin celebrity. The Joplin Globe and Joplin News Herald regularly reported on his activities; Joplin honored him with Gabby Street Day, including a parade with 27 units and the dedication of Gabby Street Boulevard.

In 1980, Dr. Irwin, the evening’s presenter, regained his love for baseball cards and began collecting cards of Gabby Street and various memorabilia related to Gabby. His latest project is to obtain cards of all players who played or managed in Joplin and the major leagues and players born in Joplin or in Southwest Missouri.

Let’s go!

Tuesday, March 21, at 7 p.m.: “A Street Becomes a Boulevard: A Life in Baseball and Joplin”

Go at 6 p.m. for hot dogs, peanuts, popcorn and Crackerjacks, sponsored by the Joplin Historical Society and Southwest Missouri Bank.

Joplin History & Mineral Museum, 504 S. Schifferdecker Ave. Free admission; guests can also view Dr. Irwin’s Gabby Street baseball memorabilia collection.

Baseball will take center stage twice with a day of baseball at historic Joe Becker Stadium April 15.

One featured event will be a Vintage Base Ball Association exhibition game. These lovers of the game are to baseball what Civil War reenactors are to preserving Civil War era history. The game will put the Westerns Base Ball Club of Topeka against the St. Louis Brown Stockings in a rare meeting of the two clubs.

Before and after the vintage game, high school varsity teams will take the field in regularly scheduled matches. The varsity players from Columbus, Kansas, will take on Galena, Kansas, and Pittsburg, Kansas, will play Joplin.

Each high school team will take on a Mining Camp persona to bring the history and competitive nature of the Tristate Mining District alive as a sesquicentennial event. With this, the team uniforms will be an older style jersey (T-shirt) and ball cap with dated fonts and numbers.

The schedule may vary slightly, but is tentatively set as:

10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Galena Miners vs. Columbus Bombers

1:00-2:30 p.m. Westerns Base Ball Club of Topeka vs. St. Louis Brown Stockings

3:30-5:15 p.m. Joplin Miners vs.

Pittsburg

Coal Diggers

The VBBA game is sponsored by Joplin’s Robert S. Thurman, American Legion Post 13.

The Joplin Celebrations Commission will also mark Joplin’s milestone anniversary through the history of several notable people who, at some time in their lives, called Joplin home. The group continues its plans with memorable music makers and Joplin natives who made their mark in the music business and helped put Joplin on the map.

Ragtime music featuring the music of Joplin native son Percy Wenrich and other Missouri contributors will be highlighted April 14 and 15. According to information supplied by the Celebrations Commission, Percy Wenrich was born in Joplin Jan. 23, 1880. His mother taught him the piano and organ as a young boy, and at 21, he enrolled in the Chicago Music College. He published his first songs while still attending college. As his career was starting, Percy wrote in various styles, but his rags proved to be the most successful.

After graduation, Wenrich worked in a Milwaukee music store before moving to New York. In 1906, he married Dolly Connolly, and for over 15 years, the couple performed on the vaudeville stage, while Wenrich continued writing songs and collaborating with composers and lyricists throughout the country.

Wenrich is ranked among America’s most renowned composers. He was a charter member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970. Wenrich is buried at Joplin’s Fairview Cemetery.

Here’s the schedule of events for your calendar:

A free evening concert with performances by two International Champion quartets, Quorum and Duly

Noted will be held April 14. The song selection will include music from two genuinely American forms of music: ragtime and barbershop.

Featuring new and unique arrangements from Wenrich’s song catalog, the concert will also showcase many barbershop quartets from Joplin and the surrounding area in a mass chorus of barbershop-style singers, men and women of all ages, under the direction of Jeff Veteto of Springfield’s Show-Me Statesmen Chorus.