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

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Kids Directory Listings

Advertise With Us..............................3, 31 Kids Eat Free...................... 6, 9, 12, 19, 25 Private Schools..................................7, 14 Free Things To Do............................10, 18 Save The Date Events................22, 24, 27 Why Private Schools..............................13 Grow Your Business With Us.................31

Homeschool's

Springfield Adventist Academy................8 Acellus...................................................12 Power Homeschool...............................16 Homeschool Hall ..................................20 Homeschool In Service..........................26 The Summit Preparatory School..............5

Entertainment

Branson Shows......................................15 Nature Center........................................16 The War Zone........................................17 Springfield Warrior Sports.....................17 Sac River Stables....................................19 Boys And Girls Club...............................23 YMCA.....................................................23 Bigfoot Fun Park....................................30

Community and Family

Jordan Valley...........................................2 OPTV - PBS For Kids...............................11 Missouri Most...................................1, 21 United Way............................................29 Once Upon A Child................................32

Student Resources

Green County Library............................20 Ozark Literacy........................................26 Khan Academy Kids...............................28 Learn To Be............................................29 Remember to say, “I found it in Kids Directory!”

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KIDS EAT FREE!!

(OR ALMOST FREE) The original, most comprehensive guide in the Ozarks!

EVERY DAY

SUNDAY

HuHot

Houlihan’s

Incredible Pizza Company

HuHot

2825 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield Kids age 3 and younger eat free every day.

Drink not included. Dine-in only. 4-10 eat for $7.99. Tuesdays Kids eat free

2421 N Glenstone Ave. Springfield One half price kids’ meal per adult meal purchased from 1-4 p.m. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.

2825 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield 25 percent off for all students with school I.D.

2850 S. Campbell Ave. Springfield Kids age 3 and younger eat free.

King’s Asian Chef

1336 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield Free kids’ meal with every adult combo meal or entree purchased. Choose juniorsize cashew or sweet and sour chicken. Limit of three free meals. Dine-in only.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

1360 E Republic Rd. Springfield For every $12 adult meal purchased, receive a free kid’s meal. Dine in only.

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Private Schools Greenwood Laboratory The Summit Preparatory School School City: Springfield Phone: (417) 836‑5124 Grades: K–12 Website: greenwood.missouristate.edu

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 869‑8077 Grades: PK–12 Website: thesummitprep.org

New Covenant Academy

Gloria Deo Academy

Immaculate Conception School

Discovery Garden Montessori

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 887‑9848 Grades: PK–12 Website: newcovenant.net

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 379‑5430 Grades: K-12 Website: gloriadeoacademy.org

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 881‑7000 Grades: PK–8 Website: springfieldcatholic.org

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 631‑4590 Grades: 16 months–3rd grade Website: www.dgmontessori.org “Private Schools” continues on page 14.

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Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential A Christian Education For Life For more information, Contact Us: 704 S Belview Ave Springfield, MO 65802-2818 417-862-0833 principal@springfieldsdaschool.org

Springfield Adventist Academy® Accredited Small School with BIG Results! Celebrating over 120 Years of Quality Christian Education! Serving Pre-K-8th grade!

www.springfieldsdachool.org

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KIDS EAT FREE!!

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MONDAY Amigos Mexican Restaurant

Springfield Brewing Company

2118 S. Campbell Ave. Springfield All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase of an adult entree. Drink not included.

305 S. Market Ave. Springfield All day, one free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with each adult meal purchased.

Pasta Express

Rebar Kitchen & Taproom

3250 E. Battlefield, Springfield 3025 W. Republic Rd. Springfield Free kid’s meal for kids ages 12 and younger with purchase of an adult entrée. 4-9 p.m.

Dine-in only.

2902 S. Campbell Ave. Springfield Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult meal all day. Dine-in only.

Iguana Rojo

107 W. Church St. Ozark All day, get a free kid’s meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only.

The Roost Bar & Grill

4216 S. Cox Rd. Springfield 2025 W. Sunshine St. Springfield After 5 p.m., one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.

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Free Things To Do Nathanael Greene

Rutledge‑Wilson Farm Park

113 acres with themed gardens, Lake Drummond, playgrounds, a free butterfly house (Apr–Oct); Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden has a small fee. (parkboard.org)

207 acres with farm animals, farm-themed playground, paved trail; free to visit. (parkboard.org)

Phelps Grove Park

Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Central city park with walking track, fitness stations, pavilion, sports courts. (parkboard.org)

80 acres of nature exhibits, 3 miles of trails with free educational programs. (mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/places/springfield-conservation-nature-center)

Valley Water Mill Park

1.5 mile trail around a lake, natural spring & dam. (parkboard.org)

Ozark Greenways & Galloway Creek GreenWay Trail

Lost Hill Park

Over 140 miles of paved and natural-surface trails for walking, biking, running, or kayaking. (www.ozarkgreenways.org)

Wooded area with water features for wading in summer. (parkboard.org) “Free Things To Do” continues on page 18

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Big Whiskey’s

311 E. Park Central Sq. Springfield 1440 W Republic Rd. Springfield One free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entree, 5-9 p.m.

Pizza Ranch

2825 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield One child 10 and younger eats free per fullpriced paid adult, 4-8 p.m.

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Ruby Tuesday’s

2725 N Glenstone Ave. Springfield After 5 p.m., get one free kid’s entree with one adult entree purchase.

TUESDAY Bair’s All-American Sports Grill

Prima’s Mexican Grill

3662 S. Glenstone Ave. Springfield Dine-in only, 11 am-9 pm, one free kids’ meal ($5.25 or less) for kids age 10 and younger for each lunch or dinner entree purchased.

3281 S. Campbell Ave. Springfield 1644 E. Highway 60 Republic All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the purchase of a regular-priced entree.

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Private schools aren’t just flexible in their philosophy, private schools also offer more flexibility in scheduling. This flexibility can be a great benefit for families with complex schedules. For example our private school is a hybrid model which means students go to school 2 or 3 days per week and school at home the days they are not on campus. This has been a great fit for our family considering my husband’s work schedule. Having more flexibility with our home days allows him to spend time with our kiddos that wouldn’t be possible in a traditional 5 day a week school. In addition to hybrid and 5 day a week options, some area private schools even utilize more of a balanced model where students attend class for 6 weeks then have a week off. This is a great option for families that like to travel or those who have students that need more regular breaks from school. In private education, scheduling is just another aspect that can be personalized to meet a family’s needs.

In addition to the flexibility that private schools offer, most private schools are known for their outstanding academics.

Smaller class sizes and high quality, dedicated teachers allow students to thrive academically and socially. Depending on the private school you choose, your child can enjoy strong academics without having to sacrifice on extra curricular activities. In our area, we have private schools with state qualifying sports teams, nationally ranked speech and debate teams and award winning music programs. Many private schools also offer drama productions and a variety of after school clubs to choose from.

One of the lesser-known benefits of private education is the growing partnership between colleges and private schools. Many private schools now offer dual-credit programs, participate in the A+ program, and even offer exclusive college tuition discounts. Our private school, for example, has partnerships with 2 local colleges that each offer a 50% tuition discount, just for being a graduate of our private school.

So if your family is looking for more flexibility, curriculum and community that align with your values, and benefits that last for years to come, you might just find what you are looking for in one of your local private schools.

Nationwide, private school attendees account for 10% (approximately 4.7 million) of school aged students. That equates to millions of families that have chosen to find their own educational path. A path that provides flexibility, community and opportunities that may not be found in their local public school. So what exactly are these families getting?

One of the biggest benefits of private education is the flexibility families have to customize their child’s education.

Private schools offer families the chance to select educational environments that align with their values, beliefs, and learning preferences. Whether you are looking for a faith based school, or something more secular, STEM based curriculum or classical, high tech, low tech or anything in between, private schools offer a wide variety of philosophies and models to choose from. This means you aren’t just choosing a school that fits your family’s values, you are choosing a community and friendships with people that share those same values.

Written By: Missy Kaiser Principal at Gloria Deo Academy August 2025

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Private Schools Infinity Academy

Springfield Lutheran School

City: Ozark Phone: (417) 551-4173 Grades: 7–12 Website: infinityacademy.org

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 883‑5717 Grades: PK–8 Website: slssaints.org

St. Agnes School

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 866‑5038 Grades: PK–8 Website: springfieldcatholic.org/stagnes

City: Springfield Phone: (417) 887‑6054 Grades: PK–8 Website: springfieldcatholic.org/seas

St. Joseph Catholic Academy City: Springfield Phone: (417) 866‑0667 Grades: PK–8 Website: sjcaspringfield.org

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FREE TICKETS FOR KIDS 12 & UNDER!

Bring your family to some of Branson’s top shows and save BIG! Parents, get FREE tickets for your children at these spectacular performances:

This high-energy spectacle dazzles with jaw-dropping magic, hilarious comedy, stunning acrobatics, and heartwarming musical moments that kids and parents will love. From mindbending illusions to a patriotic finale that’ll leave you cheering, it’s the perfect outing to spark wonder and create unforgettable memories with your crew!

This enchanting show brings your kids’ favorite Disney and Broadway hits to life with dazzling costumes, stellar vocals, and spellbinding stagecraft.

Perfect for families, it’s a whimsical journey through beloved storybook tales that’ll leave everyone singing, smiling, and dreaming of happily ever after—grab your tickets for a fairy-tale day out!

This high-octane variety show is a family favorite, packed with Doug’s awardwinning vocals, side-splitting comedy, and jaw-dropping guitar riffs on his unique “Mufftar.”

From charttopping country hits to heartfelt originals, Doug and his talented crew deliver non-stop fun that’ll have kids and parents singing along and laughing out loud!

Call Now to Reserve Your Seats!

Shows sell out fast – dont miss out! Call 1-800-555-1234 today!

Visit BransonShows.com for showtimes and more family-friendly fun!

Offer valid for children 12 and under with a paying adult. Limited availability. Call for details.

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Free Things To Do Archery Hall of Fame & NRA Museum

Sculpture Walk Springfield Outdoor “museum without walls” in downtown —20 plus rotating sculptures. (sculpturewalkspringfield.org)

Free exhibits at Bass Pro Shops campus on hunting and archery history. (archeryhalloffame.com)

Mural Hunting

Wild Bill Hickok QuickDraw Markers

Discover 40+ colorful murals scattered downtown—perfect for a free art stroll. (springfieldmo.org)

Self-guided history walk at Park Central Square downtown. (springfieldmo.org)

Creamery Arts Center & First Friday Art Walk

Springfield National Cemetery & Civil War Markers

Pop into the Creamery Arts Center (in Jordan Valley Park), plus enjoy free gallery-hopping downtown on First Fridays. (springfieldarts.org)

Quiet stroll among monuments tied to the Battle of Wilson’s Creek. (www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/Springfield. asp)

Missouri Institute of Natural Science

Free admission (donations appreciated) .

Enjoy the museum, fossil hunting and hiking. (www.monatsci.org)

Jordan Valley Park

Fountains, kinetic sculpture, playground, water features; free and family‑friendly. (parkboard.org)

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WEDNESDAY

Mexican Villa

1408 S. National Ave. Springfield 2755 S. Campbell Ave. Springfield Get one free kids’ meal with an adult entree purchased, all day.

Andy B’s

1127 E. Battlefield Rd. Springfield Kids age 12 and younger get a free kids’ meal with every menu item purchase valued at $9 or more.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe

Whole Hog Café

339 Kentling Ave. Highlandville 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.

224 W. Sunshine St. Springfield After 5 p.m., kids 12 and younger get one free kid’s plate with purchase of one adult plate. Dine-in only.

Dowd's Catfish & BBQ Eatery

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1760 W. Elm St. Lebanon One free kids' meal for each adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include allyou-can-eat. Dine-in only.

S.S. Dockside Grill & Pub

1528 N. Main St. Nixa All day, get one free kid’s meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only.

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Friends of the Library

FALL 2025

BOOK SALE SEPTEMBER 17–21

• BARGAIN BOOKS • DVDS & CDS • AUDIOBOOKS • VINYL RECORDS • BOARD GAMES • PUZZLES • AND MORE!

AT THE E*PLEX,

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All proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District

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(Free Things To Do)

Save The Date MayAugust

Kids Bowl Free at Andy B’s: Mon-Fri

JuneAugust

Kids Bowl Free at Enterprise Lanes: Mon-Fri

JuneAugust

Kids Bowl Free at Sunshine Lanes: Sun-Fri

Kids ages 2–15 enjoy two free bowling games daily at Andy B’s. Bowling shoes required (rental available).

Register online: www.kidsbowlfree.com

Kids ages 2–18 bowl two free games daily at Enterprise Park Lanes.

Bowling shoes required (rental available).

Register online: www.kidsbowlfree.com

Kids ages 2–18 get two free bowling games daily at Sunshine Lanes. Bowling shoes required (rental available).

Register online: www.kidsbowlfree.com

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RISDAL FAMILY TEEN CENTER

FOR GREAT FUTURES

STUDY SPACES MEDIA ROOM ESPORTS LOUNGE LIBRARY GAME ROOM HEALTH CLINIC ART ROOM BARBER SHOP MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC GYM NEEDS STORE CAFETERIA TEACHING KITCHEN DANCE & FITNESS STUDIO INNOVATION SPACE & MORE

Located at 804 W Catalpa St and open to all middle & high school aged students in Springfield!

Transportation provided after school Dinner served each night Open after school 2:00-8:00 PM

Membership is free and registration is now open.

Learn More!

LEARN MORE

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Save The Date JuneAugust

Library Events: Various dates/times

Aug. 8th

Jordan Valley Park Free Movies at 8:15pm

Aug. 16th

Lowe's DIY-U Kids’ Free Workshop at 10 am

Engage kids with free library programs like Tiny Tots Story time and Racing to Read Story time at Springfield-Greene County Libraries. Check schedules for times and locations. www.programs.thelibrary.org/events

Watch Moana 2 under the stars! No tickets required. Movie begins at dusk around 8:15pm. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions for sale. More info: www.parkboard.org/Movies

Your kid gets to create the perfect Pet Station with Lowe’s! This family-friendly project teaches kids basic construction skills, organization, responsibility and lets them celebrate their pets. Address: 1850 E. Primrose Springfield

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THURSDAY

WEEKENDS ONLY

The Catfish Café

Qdoba

1210 S. Ash St. Buffalo One free kid’s meal per paid adult meal, 4-8 p.m. Dine-in only.

401 S Kimbrough Ave. Springfield 900 E Battlefield Rd. Springfield Free kids meal with purchase of adult mealkid must be present to claim.

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe

339 Kentling Ave. Highlandville One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and under with the purchase of one adult entree of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons.

FRIDAY Ruby Tuesday’s

2725 N Glenstone Ave. Springfield All day, get one free kid’s entree with one adult entree.

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(Free Things To Do)

Save The Date Aug. 16 & 30

Cannon Demonstrations at 11am-3:30pm

Aug. 21 & 23

Garden Story Time at 10am-10:30am

Sept.

6th

Home Depot In-Store Kids Workshops at 9am

Free cannon demonstrations at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Cannons were integral to the battle at Wilson’s Creek and now serve as a symbol and reminder of the brutal nature of the Civil War. Address: 6424 W Farm Road 182, Republic

Preschoolers and their families are invited to a garden-themed story followed by a craft or activity at Springfield Botanical Gardens. Website: www.parkboard.org/ calendar

Inspire young builders at this free 9 a.m. workshop for kids ages 5–12 (younger with parental help). Create your craft, earn a certificate, pin, and apron. Registration recommended. Address: 2104 E Independence, Springfield

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Inspire a lifetime of learning and discovery with our free, fun educational program for children ages two to eight.

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BIGFOOT

BRANSON’S BEST PLACE TO PLAY! FREE $5 ARCADE CARD BigfootFunPark.com

This coupon is redeemable for $5 in free arcade play at Bigfoot Fun Park. Limit 1 coupon per person. Not valid with any other special or discount. Valid thru 12/31/2025.

BRANSON’S BEST PLACE TO PLAY!

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