Tuesday
01
May
SIX by SIX Challenge
Event Time: Tuesday - Saturday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Dates: Thursday, March 01, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Legacy Trails Neighborhood - 3158 W Volunteer Way - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: FREE! Come out and Volunteer Ages 16+
Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, MO is working with multiple organizations, individuals, and businesses to complete SIX homes between March 1st and May 20th. This will ensure that those SIX families will be moved into their new homes before June 1! - - Habitat for Humanity has many avenues to help with the SIX BY SIX Challenge for individuals 16+ and we would love to have you join us. This project will only has a 1000 volunteer spots to be filled, spots are filling up quickly, so contact us to save your spot on this amazing set of builds! To sign up or for more information on these opportunities simply call 417.829.4001 and ask for Tommy or email tommyhawkins@habitatspringfieldmo.org -
http://www.habitatspringfieldmo.org/get-involved-habitat-for-humanity-springfield-mo/six-six/
417.829.4001
Just Kick It Coed Kickball Tournament
Event Time: 8am- 4pm
Dates: Sunday, April 01, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: Strafford Sports Complex
Admission: $200 a team. Each team must consist of at least 10 players (minimum 3 female 7 male). Making the cost $20 per player. This includes a t-shirt for each player. Payment and registration is due by May 5th. If registration is received after t-shirts will not be guaranteed the day of the event.
This event is a coed kickball tournament benefiting the Arc of the Ozarks No Limits summer camp. This tournament will take place May 19th at Strafford Sports Complex. Check-in will start at 8am with games beginning at 9am. Please visit the Arc of the Ozarks website for more information!
http://www.thearcoftheozarks.org/
(417)864-7887
Friday
04
May
Art Walk Fundraiser for SW MO Humane Society for Pets
Event Time: 6pm - 10pm
Dates: Friday, May 04, 2012 - Friday, May 04, 2012
Location: Obelisk Home - 214 W Phelps St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Free
Obelisk Home's May 4th Artwalk will benefit two wonderful local organizations, the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri and Habit for Humanity.
www.obeliskhome.com/events.html
417-869-8181
Springfield Cardinal Game to benefit Nova
Event Time: 7pm
Dates: Friday, May 04, 2012 - Friday, May 04, 2012
Location: Springfield Cardinals - Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: $8.00
Nova Center of the Ozarks is sponsoring a Springfield Cardinals Baseball game Friday May 4, 2012 at 7pm to benefit its consumers. At Nova, we serve individuals diagnosed with a variety of developmental disabilities. Our goal as an agency is to help these individuals become active participants in their community and to obtain the highest quality of life possible. The individuals we care for live on a very limited income. There is very little money left over each month, from their benefits, after they pay their room and board. Because of this, many are limited as to what they can do in the community. Not everything is “free” when it comes to community activities. We use fundraisers like these to help those that have little family support and limited income so they can go to a movie, or just get to go out and eat on occasion. - Tickets are $8.00. All proceeds from the ticket sales go to benefit our consumers. Please contact Linda ant the Nova Office to purchase tickets or for more information. (417) 889-3121. - -
417-889-3121
Saturday
05
May
Alzheimer's Association Wine Auction & Gala
Event Time: 6:30 pm to Midnight
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: OzAir Charter Service Hangar - 2525 N. General Aviation Avenue Springfield
The Alzheimer’s Association Wine Auction & Gala invites you to join us for a wonderful evening of good food, good wine and good will. This extraordinary event brings together an affluent group of wine enthusiasts, business, civic and social leaders. - - Thanks to generous sponsors, the Wine Auction and Gala provides a large portion of the needed funding for programs and services. The 2011 gala was a great success generating $196,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association, Southwest Missouri Chapter. We are especially proud that proceeds from this event will be used to help individuals and their families who are struggling with Alzheimer’s disease here in southwest Missouri. To date, the Wine Auction and Gala has raised more than $1 million used to promote the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association and our vision of a world with Alzheimer’s. -
wineauctionandgala.org
417-886-2199
Wednesday
09
May
Evangel University Auxiliary Colossal Sale
Event Time: 8am-5pm May 9-11 and 8am-noon May 12
Dates: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 - Friday, May 11, 2012
Location: Evangel University
Clothing, small appliances, jewelry, books, office items, toys, furniture and other household goods will be among the items for sale in the Mabee Fitness Center, located on the northwest side of the Evangel campus. This annual sale raises funds for scholarships and projects at the university.
Friday
11
May
4th Annual United Way Trivia Night - "WHIG"-ing Out!!
Event Time: Doors Open - 6:30pm Trivia Begins - 7pm
Dates: Friday, May 11, 2012 - Friday, May 11, 2012
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton - Springfield - 2431 N Glenstone Ave - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: $100 per table - $2 for spectators
4th Annual Trivia Night to benefit United Way of the Ozarks. Mike Scott, KSPR 33 Sports Director, to host the event. 10 rounds of 8 questions. Only one round of politics and the remaining categories will be movies, music, literature, sports, etc. Teams may be made of up to 10 people. Prizes awarded after each round and grand prizes awarded to the top three teams. The event is hosted by the ANPAC United Way Steering Team and all proceeds go to benefit United Way of the Ozarks!
417-887-4990 ext 2359
Saturday
12
May
Kitchen 5k Fun Run & Mutt Strutt
Event Time: 8:00 a.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: City Utilities Main Office, 301 East Central, Springfield, MO
Admission: $10 - $25
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the 21st annual Kitchen 5k Fun Run & Mutt Strutt on May 12, presented by the CU Community Credit Union. All proceeds benefit the children at The Kitchen's Family Nurturing Center. - If running is not your sport....bring your puppy for the one-mile Mutt Strutt. There's even a special pet costume contest with celebrity judges, plus vendors and nonprofit agencies from our animal community. This event is held at City Utilities Main Office, 301 East Central. The Mutt Strutt starts promptly at 8 a.m. and the 5k race/walk begins at 8:15 a.m. For more information, call 417-831-8630. Registration forms are available online at ozarkraces.com or cityutilities.net.
www.cityutilities.net
417-831-8630
Evangel University Auxiliary Colossal Sale
Event Time: 8am-5pm May 9-11 and 8am-noon May 12
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Evangel University
Clothing, small appliances, jewelry, books, office items, toys, furniture and other household goods will be among the items for sale in the Mabee Fitness Center, located on the northwest side of the Evangel campus. This annual sale raises funds for scholarships and projects at the university.
13th Annual Ozark Greenways Adventure Race
Event Time: See website
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: The race begins at the Willard Trailhead on the Frisco Highline Trail
Admission: See website
This challenging multisport race will offer a short-course and a long-course for four- and two-person teams competing together mountain biking, running, canoeing, orienteering and more. All distances and itinerary are secret until race morning! It's also the largest annual fundraiser for Springfield's Ozark Greenways trail network. Registration opens online only March 1
Stomp the Blues Out of Homelessness Blues Festival
Event Time: 2-11pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: 1315 E. Trafficway
Admission: $18 each or $15 each when purchasing two or more
Bands include Corey Stevens, Earl Cate with Earl and Them, The Mojo Roots and Steve Smith and the Sneakers. Proceeds benefit area nonprofits providing service to the homeless.
PechaKucha Night Vol. 6
Event Time: 7pm-9pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center
Admission: Suggested $5 donation.
PechaKucha Night Vol. 6 will be on May 12, 2012 at The Creamery Arts Center starting at 7pm. Community members are invited to present on a topic of their choosing. This is for everyone - students, emerging professionals, and seasoned presenters. Presenting at PechaKucha Night is such a great way to brush up on your public speaking skills in a casual environment, learn something new about Springfield, and expand your network!
http://www.pecha-kucha.org
4178279553
The Kitchen 5k Fun Run and Mutt Strutt Dog Walk
Event Time: 8am
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: City Utilities Main Office, 301 East Central, Springfield, MO
Admission: Call for details.
5k Fun run/walk and one-mile dog walk/pet contest. Proceeds benefit the Family Nurturing Center (free Daycare) for disadvantaged families living at the Missouri Hotel.
www.cityutilities.net
417-831-8630
Wednesday
16
May
Victory Vintage Thrift Store Parking Lot Sale
Event Time: 10am - 2:30pm
Dates: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Location: Victory Vintage - 824 W. Commercial St. - Springfield, MO 65803
Enjoy bargain prices on a variety of furniture, household items and knick-knacks!
www.victorymission.com
417-864-2244
Saturday
19
May
Just Kick It Coed Kickball Tournament
Event Time: 8am- 4pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Strafford Sports Complex
Admission: $200 a team. Each team must consist of at least 10 players (minimum 3 female 7 male). Making the cost $20 per player. This includes a t-shirt for each player. Payment and registration is due by May 5th. If registration is received after t-shirts will not be guaranteed the day of the event.
This event is a coed kickball tournament benefiting the Arc of the Ozarks No Limits summer camp. This tournament will take place May 19th at Strafford Sports Complex. Check-in will start at 8am with games beginning at 9am. Please visit the Arc of the Ozarks website for more information!
http://www.thearcoftheozarks.org/
(417)864-7887
Monday
21
May
76 For 76 Golf Tournament - benefiting The Salvation Army
Event Time: Registration - 12:30 pm
Dates: Monday, May 21, 2012 - Monday, May 21, 2012
Location: Millwood Golf and Racquet Club - 3700 E. Millwood Drive
Admission: $76 per player or $300 per team - includes greens fees, cart rental, prizes and dinner - Corporate sponsorships, at varying price levels, are available!
Panera Bread and Millwood Golf and Racquet Club are pairing up to host the 76 for 76 Golf Tournament for The Salvation Army's Branson Corps. The 4-person scramble will take place on Monday May 21st with registration beginning at 12:30 p.m. followed by a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m.
http://www.usc.salvationarmy.org/usc/www_usc_missouri.nsf/vw-dynamic-index/9A09712971C255BC862579E50
(417) 350-9060
Thursday
24
May
Celebrity Shake Off to Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Event Time: 6pm-10pm
Dates: Thursday, May 24, 2012 - Thursday, May 24, 2012
Location: Parlor 88 East - 3653 E Sunshine - Springfield MO 65809
Admission: No cover; drink tickets available; tips and donations welcome and encouraged.
Join us for our First Annual Celebrity Shake Off, Presented by Shpilka, Samogon and Phenix Brands, LLC, to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Come cheer on your favorite celebrity in a bartending challenge. Celebrity bartenders will be mixing drinks from 6-730pm, then they will be mixing a "signature drink" for the challenge. One lucky bidder gets a seat at the judges' table and sample each celeb's concoctions! One signature drink made by each celeb will be auctioned off to the highest bidder. Show your favorite bartender some love by tipping generously to help raise funds for LLS! Each dollar counts as a vote, so vote early and vote often!
https://www.facebook.com/events/425843214096700/
417-766-6965
3rd Annual Memorial Balloon Release and 5k Run/Walk
Event Time: Starts at 5:45pm and has no definite end time
Dates: Thursday, May 24, 2012 - Thursday, May 24, 2012
Location: Jordan Valley Park Springfield, MO
Admission: Admission is free, but to purchase a balloon it is $5
Community wide event to celebrate the lives of lost loved ones. Special opportunity to purchase and fly a balloon or run/walk in a 5k to honor a loved one. All event proceeds benefit grief support programs available at no charge to families who have experienced the death of a loved one.
www.lostandfoundozarks.com/
417-865-9998