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In this issue...

YOUR go-to local resource for all things “Kids”

Kids Eat Free (*or almost free).....6, 10, 12 Education Resources................... 18-21 August KIDS Calendar................. 22-23

Serving Greene and Christian Counties, plus Dallas, Laclede, Polk, Stone, Taney, and Webster Counties.

Each month, we distribute directories to 400+ locations in eight southwest Missouri counties. For a pickup location near you, visit springfieldkids.com/find-a-directory

Education Resources

Girls on the Run..................................8 Ozark Parks & Recreation....................9 Ozarks Regional YMCA......................16 SGF-Greene County Park Board..........7 The Arc of the Ozarks.......................13 The Music Studio................................7

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Activities, Events, & Programs

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BLUEY @ Hammons Hall...............Back Harvest Home Festival......................11 Itty Bitty City....................................13 Lucky’s Foam Factory.........................5 Ozarks Public Television....................15 Sac River Stables................................9 Springfield Art Museum......................5 Springfield Art Museum Family Day....12 Springfield Ballet..............................17 Springfield-Greene County Library......4 Springfield Little Theatre..................17 Springfield Symphony.......................14 Urban Air Adventure Park...................8 Wonders of Wildlife............................2

Boutiques & Resale

Once Upon a Child..............................3

Hair Salons

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids.........9

Healthy Kids

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Expedition Pediatric Dentistry...........11 Parkcrest Dental Group.......................7 Pierce Vision Specialists......................9

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Kids Eat FREE The original original, most comprehensive guide in the Ozarks!

or almost free

Restaurants may modify or temporarily suspend Kids Eat Free offers and operating hours. We do our best to publish accurate information. Please call ahead to confirm offers. Thank you for supporting our local and locally owned and managed restaurants. Want to advertise your restaurant or know about a deal not listed? Email melinda@springfieldkids.com

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with purchase of one adult entrée valued at $8 or more, after 4 p.m.

Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

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HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. Kids age 3 and younger eat free every day. Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free.

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Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée.

Drink not included.

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Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-862-7777. One half-price kids’ meal per adult meal purchased from 1-4 p.m. Cannot be combined with offers or coupons.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, two locations: 3821 S. Campbell Ave., HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. 25 percent Springfield, 417-368-5919; and 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, off for all students with school ID. 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., $2.99 with the purchase of a regularSpringfield, 417-866-5527. Free kids’ priced entrée. Same offer available on meal with every adult combo meal or Tuesdays and Wednesdays. entrée purchased. Choose junior-size Pasta Express, 4 Springfield locations: cashew or sweet and sour chicken.

Limit of three free meals. Dine-in only. 3025 W. Republic, 3250 E. Battlefield, 603 S. Kimbrough, and 321 E. Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Battlefield. Free kid’s meal for kids age Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one 12 and younger with purchase of an full-priced adult entree and get one adult entrée, 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only. kids’ meal free, after 4 p.m.

Dine-in or carry-out.

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Kids Eat Free!

Rebar Kitchen & Taproom, 2902 S. Campbell Ave., 417-530-2309.

Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult meal after 5 p.m.

Dine-in only.

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Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location only, 807 N. Main St., 417-725-6803.

One free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased, 5-8 p.m. Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m.

Springfield Brewing Company, HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., 305 S. Market Ave., Springfield, Springfield, 417-882-0300. After 4 p.m., 417-832-8277. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only. one free kids’ grill meal per adult grill meal for kids ages 10 and younger.

The Roost Bar & Grill, 4216 S. Cox Rd., Pizza Ranch, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-612-9050; 2025 W. Sunshine St., 417-865-4000. Free kid’s meal with the Springfield, 417-319-5021. One child purchase of an adult entrée, 6-10 p.m. 10 and under eats free per full-priced paying adult, 4-8 p.m.

Village Inn, all Springfield locations.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, Two locations: Get one kids’ meal for kids age 9 and 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-890-1212, younger with each adult meal Springfield; 1769 James River Rd., purchased. Offer good all day. Offer Ozark, 417-582-2776. Dine-in only, also good on Tuesday.

11 a.m.-9 p.m., one free kids’ meal ($5.25 or less) for kids age 10 and TUESDAY younger for each lunch or dinner Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, two entrée purchased. locations: 3821 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-368-5919; and Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-831-7829. After 4 p.m., get one 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée $2.99 with the purchase of a regularpurchase. priced entrée. Same offer on Mondays Village Inn, all Springfield locations. and Wednesdays.

Get one kid’s meal for kids age 9 and Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in younger with each adult meal Springfield, 311 E. Park Central Sq., purchased. Offer good all day. Offer 417-862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., also good on Tuesdays.

417-882-2249; and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-883-5999; 602 N. 25th St., Ozark, WEDNESDAY Andy B’s, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-485-3800; and 301 Branson Landing, Branson, 417-334-4478. One 417-883-1234. Kids age 12 and younger get a free kids’ meal with free kid’s meal with purchase of an every menu item purchase valued at adult entrée, 5-9 p.m. $9 or more.

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Kids Eat Free! (or almost free) Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, two locations: 3821 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-368-5919; and 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons.

Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Lebanon, 417-532-1777.

One free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include all-you-can-eat. Dine-in only.

S.S. Dockside Grill & Pub, 1528 N. Main St., Nixa, 417-374-7222. All day, gte one free kids’ meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only.

Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one regular 10” pizza and get one free on certain pizza selections. Limit 1 BOGO offer when ordering multiple pizzas.

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The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo. 417-345-1277. Dine-in only.

Kids eat free off kids’ menu, 4-8 p.m.

One free kid’s meal per paid adult meal.

Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-868-0042. After 5 p.m., kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s plate with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

THURSDAY

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

Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons.

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Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829. All day, get one free kids’ entrée with one adult entrée.

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Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 417-581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée, 4-8 p.m. Only for children ages 10 and younger.

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Start off the school year on the right foot. Would your child benefit from an academic boost or enrichment? Do you need a before- or after-school program or services to help your child reach his or her potential? These great service providers are ready to assist you and your child, and when you talk with them, please tell them you saw their information here in Kids Directory.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield

Fremont Unit, 2814 N. Fremont Ave. O’Reilly Unit, 2205 W. Kearney St. Stalnaker Unit, 1410 N. Fremont Ave. Henderson Unit, 835 W. Calhoun St. Musgrave Unit, 720 S. Park Ave. Sertoma Unit, 2524 S. Golden Ave. 417-862-9249 • bgclubspringfield.org Before- and after-school programs with Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield enable youth ages 5-18, to participate in a variety of fun activities, promoting good character and citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and academic success. Through BGCS, youth have access to after-school meals and supportive relationships with caring adults.

Six unique locations serve more than 4,000 kids throughout the Springfield-metro area. Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield also provides year-round sports opportunities. Register at bgclubspringfield.org/

Ozark Parks Afternoon Kids Club

At The Ozark Community Center 1530 W. Jackson St. • Ozark • 417-581-7002 x2004 ozarkmissouri.com/739/Afternoon-Kids-Club-AKC 417-581-7002 • ozarkmissouri.com/545/Child-Care-and-Camps The OC provides after-school activities for Ozark Schools students in kindergarten-6th grade from 3:30-6 p.m. Transportation is provided from schools to The OC when school is in session. The program includes gym games, homework time, crafts, and snacks. Register online or at the OC front desk. Prorated tuition in shorter school months. Cost is $120/month for annual members and $140/month for non-members. See the ad on page 9.

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Ozarks Regional YMCA

Springfield/Clever: 417-862-8962 Branson/Hollister: 417-337-9622 Buffalo: 417-345-1116 Lebanon: 417-588-1177 orymca.org Y Academy provides before- and after-school care with structured with time for students to start homework, engage in active fun, and enjoy a snack with friends. Participating in programs like this helps boost their school attendance and academic achievement.

YMCA programs serve families who need quality wrap-around childcare during the school year. Staff members create a physically and emotionally safe and welcoming environment for all youth.

Students are encouraged to think critically, make decisions, and solve problems. Families and the YMCA work, play, learn, and thrive together. Some centers provide childcare on snow days. For information about the programs offered near you, contact your nearest Ozarks Regional YMCA center. See the ad on page 16.

Springfield-Greene County Park Board SPARC

SPARC Office: 300 E. Harrison • Springfield 417-837-5737 • parkboard.org/SPARC SPARC (School-Parks Are Reaching Our Community) is a partnership between Springfield Public Schools and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board. SPARC offers licensed before- and after-school childcare programs at SPS sites with a snack and social time, engaging enrichment activities, mentoring, homework assistance, specialty clubs, and youth sports. Fees are $30-45/week; scholarships are available for eligible families. See the ad on page 7.

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Education Resources Girls on the Run of Southwest Missouri

gotrswmo.org • 417-763-3646 Girls on the Run of Southwest Missouri serves girls in 3rd-8th grades in Greene and Christian Counties. Trained volunteer coaches reach girls of all abilities in a team setting to strengthen their confidence and build life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons, and physical activity. At the end of the season, the teams complete a 5K together.

If a GOTR team isn’t at your school, contact the office for information on starting a team. See ad on page 8.

The Arc of the Ozarks

2864 S. Nettleton • Springfield autismcenteroftheozarks.org The Arc of the Ozarks Therapy Services provides speech, occupational, physical, and music therapy services to children of all ages in a safe, caring environment. They offer an individualized approach to therapy that will help your child increase their pre-academic and academic skills, resulting in increased confidence in the classroom. Intensive therapy options are available. See ad on page 13.

The Music Studio

3853 S. Cox Ave. • Springfield 417-343-9811 • themusicstudio.co The Music Studio provides premiere music instruction where they desire to build a lifetime love of music and the arts for kids of all ages. Class Act Homeschool Performing Arts offers music and choir classes for homeschool students ages 6-19. Students will learn to read music, sing with correct vocal technique, perform with confidence and integrity, work together in an ensemble, and learn self-discipline.

The Music Studio also offers private voice lessons and the Children’s Chorus of Springfield (ages 6-18; audition required). See ad on page 7.

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Night Swim at Ozarks’ city pool, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Neal Grubaugh Pool, 907 E. Parkview St., Ozark. Call the OC for details. 417-581-7002 or ozarkmissouri.com

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Park Day Reunion at Silver Springs Park, 1-6:30 p.m. Parade and picnic on Saturday. Timmons Hall at Silver Springs Park, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield parkboard.org/events

While we strive to provide accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events online.

You’ll find even more events on our website, springfieldkids.com.

Saturday, Aug. 3

Park Day Splash & Sizzle Swimming at Silver Springs Pool, 1-6:30 p.m.

Admission is $1/person or free with a canned food donation. Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave., Springfield parkboard.org

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“Adventure Begins” summer reading program. Springfield-Greene County Libraries and local county library systems. thelibrary.org/ summerreading

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National Night Out Splash & Sizzle Summer Junior Golf Pass. Unlimited Swimming at Meador Pool, 5-7 p.m. golf at Springfield’s public courses for Admission is $1/person or free with a ages 17 and younger, noon to close. canned food donation. Meador Pool, 2600 S. Fremont Ave., Springfield $189, with approval of Park Board Aquatics Hotline, 417-864-2099 or Golf Course Pro. parkboardgolf.org parkboard.org Through Labor Day Ozarks Stream and Fountain at Friday, Aug. 9 Jordan Valley Park, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Family Fishing Night at the Farm Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway, Park, 6-9 p.m. Catch-and-release Springfield 417-866-7444 or fishing, the Cow Train, bounce parkboard.org house, and a campfire. Registration is required. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, Weekdays Through October Garden Tram Tours at the Botanical 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield 417-837-5949 or parkboard.org Gardens, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration is required. $50/hour for up to 14 Friday, Aug. 9 guests. Springfield-Greene County Insect-O-Rama at the Nature Center, Botanical Center at Nathanael 6:30-9 p.m. Creepy crawly fun for Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., families. Springfield Conservation Springfield 417-891-1515 or Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center parkboard.org Way, Springfield 417-888-4237 Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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Family Day at thr Art Museum, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy watercolor art activities, treats (12-2 p.m. while supplies last) and art fun for families before the museum closes Sept. 1 for a major renovation project.

Admission is always free. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., for seating. Jordan Valley Park, Springfield sgfmuseum.org See the 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield parkboard.org/movies ad on page 12.

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Back-to-School Public Skate Night at the Ice Park, 6-8 p.m. Ice skating, activities, prizes, and music. $7/adult, $6/students and seniors.

Free for ages3 and younger. $3 skate rental or bring your own. Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield 417-866-7444 or icepark.org.

Giboney Cave Tours at Doling Park.

All ages (ages 4-17 with an adult).

Explore the history of Giboney Cave. $5/person; $16/family of 4. Register for a tour time: 1, 2, or 3 p.m.

Hosted by the Park Board’s Outdoor Initiatives Doling Park, 301 E. Talmage, Springfield 417-833-8647 or parkboard.org

Half-Price Admission Day at the Zoo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is half-price thanks to the support of area McDonald’s restaurants. No other coupons or discounts apply.

General admission is $19/adults and teens, $14/ages 3-12, $16/ages 60+, and free for ages 2 and younger.

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

Free Movie Night at Finley River Park. “Kung Fu Panda 4” (rated PG) begins at 8:30 p.m. Concessions or food trucks available at 6:30 p.m.

Finley River Park, 891 N. Riverside Rd., Ozark 417-581-7002 or ozarkmissouri.com

Wednesday, Aug. 14

Baby Book Club at The Library Center, 9:30 a.m. Babies-only 30-minute program (ages 12 months and younger). The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield thelibrary.org

Tuesday, Aug. 27

PALS: Giraffes at Wonders of Wildlife, 10 a.m. Ages 2-6 with an adult. One-hour class with enriching science activities, crafts, and games.

Registration deadline is Aug. 20.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield 417-225-1162 or wondersofwildlife.org

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