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Ordinary Heroes: One Hundred Plus Years of Those Who Protected and Served Springfield and Greene County

Event Time: 10:30am-4:30pm Mon-Fri and the second Sat of the month
Dates: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 - Monday, May 14, 2012
Location: History Museum for Springfield Greene County, third floor of City Hall at 830 N. Boonville Ave.
Admission: Suggested donation of $3 for adults and $1 for Children

The exhibit will showcase the heroic men and women who have protected and served the citizens throughout Greene County’s history Springfield Police Department, the Springfield Fire Department, the Greene County Sheriff’s Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be featured. This exhibit will showcase the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of these departments.

http://springfieldhistorymuseum.org/home.htm
417-864-1976

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

"Molly" Brown Gallery Exhibit Now Open at Titanic Branson

Event Time: 9:00am-Close
Dates: Thursday, March 22, 2012 - Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Location: Titanic Museum Attraction - 3235 W 76 Country Blvd - Branson, MO 65616

New! Exclusive! "Molly" Brown Gallery Exhibit - Now Open at Titanic Branson! - - For the first time, an entire gallery will be dedicated to one of Titanic's most popular, colorful passengers: Margaret "the Unsinkable Molly" Tobin Brown. You'll see personal possessions, rare never-before-seen Molly Brown photographs, and priceless costumes Debbie Reynolds wore in the 1964 MGM hit movie musical, The Unsinkable Molly Brown. - - The Margaret Brown Exhibit is made possible through an exclusive arrangement with the Titanic legend's great granddaughter, Helen Benziger. - - - For more information, please contact us at 800-381-7670. -

http://www.titanicbranson.com
800-381-7670

Sight & Sound-Joseph

Event Time: Call or check website for details
Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Saturday, December 29, 2012
Location: Sight & Sound Theatres, 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson
Admission: Call for details

Soar with Joseph as his inspiring story unfolds in front, beside and even above you. With innovative dream sequences, lavish Egyptian staging, colorful characters, live animals and memorable songs, this energy packed show will leave you laughing, crying and uplifted with the life-changing message of forgiveness.

www.sight-sound.com
800-377-1277

WATERCOLOR NOW! 2012

Event Time: Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:00 – 5:00; Thurs 9:00 – 8:00; Sun 1:00 – 5:00
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Sunday, July 08, 2012
Location: Springfield Art Museum - 1111 East Brookside Drive - Springfield, Missouri 65807

This member’s invitational exhibition will showcase work by members of the Watercolor U.S.A. Honor Society (WHS). The exhibit will feature 67 works by 67 artists from across the country painting in aqueous media.

http://www.springfieldmo.gov/art
417 837-5700

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 - Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

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.

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 - Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Location: Q Enoteca Wine Bar - 308 West Commercial - Springfeild, MO -
Admission: FREE

Come out to QUIZICAL at the Q!, C Street’s ultimate game show starring the affable host Joe Terry! Great questions, music, libations, prizes and fun for all await at this weekly, not to be missed, event. -

http://www.qenoteca.com

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 - Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

TASTE: A 417 Magazine Wine & Dine Event

Event Time: 6-8:30pm
Dates: Thursday, May 10, 2012 - Thursday, May 10, 2012
Location: Highland Springs Country Club, 5400 S.Highlande Springs Blvd.
Admission: $100 per person.

The evening begins with a four-course tasting of delicious wines conducted by RIEDEL, poured into its Vinum XL series glasses, which are yours to keep…a $123 value! Then, enjoy a tantalizing four-course dinner prepared by Highland Springs Country Club.

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

Red, White & Tuna

Event Time: varies
Dates: Friday, May 11, 2012 - Friday, May 11, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Red, White & Tuna takes us back to the tiny Texas town and into the hearts and minds of the polyster-clad citizens all played by two lightening-quick costume and wig changing actors. The town folks are busy with a trio of events: a 4th of July renunion and fireworks display, a wedding, and a pageant. Romantic mix-ups, the selection of a home-coming queen, a UFO sighting, hymns that need to be censored and some really bad potato salad set the stage for a show full of fireworks, side-splitting laughs and lots of fun.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417 869-3869

Public Gardens Day

Event Time: 10am - 3pm
Dates: Friday, May 11, 2012 - Friday, May 11, 2012
Location: Botanical Center and Gardens - 2400 S. Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Free!

Celebrate the beauty of Springfield's Botanical Garden. Opening day of the Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House and Japanese Gardens open for free. Tram tours and activities throughout the garden.

417 891-1515

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Friday, May 11, 2012 - Friday, May 11, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details -

Missouri State vs Evansville

http://www.missouristate.edu
417-836-7678

Sid the Science Kid Coming to Kidtoons!

Event Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: B & B Ozark / Nixa 12 with Marquee Suites -

Kidtoons has a new, fun kids film in theatres near you! Sid the Science Kid’s Backyard Campout will be playing in Kidtoons theatres for the entire month of May. Your readers and their little ones can enjoy Sid and his friends on the big screen at Saturday and Sunday matinees.

http://www.kidtoonfilms.com/
(417) 485-4078

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

www.greenwaysrace.org

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Time for...The Magical Music of Disney

Event Time: Pre-Concert Music 7:00 p.m.; Concert 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts - 525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO -
Admission: call for details

For our final concert of the season, we take a trip down memory lane through some of the most magical scenes from Disney classics such as Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King and many more. The great scores that brought these characters to life will be played while with images from the films are shown above the orchestra. It will truly be an enchanted evening! - -

http://www.springfieldmosymphony.org
417 864-6683

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Evansville

http://www.missouristate.edu
417-836-7678

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

FREE MUSIC AT THE BATTLEFIELD

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Wilson's Creek National Battlefield - 10 miles southwest of Springfield, Missouri, at the intersection of Highway ZZ and Farm Road 182
Admission: FREE

Arts in the Park” at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield will feature the group called Bob Hammons & Wildwood. This gospel group was voted 2012 Midwest Gospel Group of the Year by the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America. They play 50-80 engagements a year, including festivals, fairs, and churches.

417 732-6596, ext. 224

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.

C-Street Market

Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free

C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.

www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200

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

Red, White & Tuna

Event Time: varies
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Red, White & Tuna takes us back to the tiny Texas town and into the hearts and minds of the polyster-clad citizens all played by two lightening-quick costume and wig changing actors. The town folks are busy with a trio of events: a 4th of July renunion and fireworks display, a wedding, and a pageant. Romantic mix-ups, the selection of a home-coming queen, a UFO sighting, hymns that need to be censored and some really bad potato salad set the stage for a show full of fireworks, side-splitting laughs and lots of fun.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417 869-3869

Robot Workshop

Event Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: $20 member child/parent duo plus cost of All Terrain Robot $35. - $25 non-member child/parent duo plus the cost of All Terrain Robot $35.

Robot Workshops continue to be a great learning adventure for both parents and children. Both parent and child will work closely with Discovery Center staff to build a functional robot, All Terrain Robot (8+). Learn about following technical directions, plus how gears, circuits, and other mechanical parts work together. These are very popular classes and usually fill fast. Pre-registration and pre-payment required.

http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713

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

Springfield Indian Artifact Show

Event Time: 8am to 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Remington’s Event Center - 1655 W. Republic Rd. - Springfield, Missouri 65807
Admission: Adult $4, Children 12 & under free

Over 170 - 200 tables displaying arrowheads, stone axes, pipes, ancient pottery, bone and shell items. Collectors from 8 states will be buying, selling, and trading artifacts. Authenticators will be on hand to certify artifacts for a small fee. - - You are welcome to bring your artifacts in to sell or have identified. We also buy collections. Contact Stephen Burks for more information. - - Table Information: Eight foot tables are available @ $35 per table for dealers and $25 per table for display only collectors. Security is provided on Friday night for all display tables.

http://www.ozarksarrowheads.com/springfield-show/2012-springfield-indian-artifact-show
417-619-3269

Springfield Wolfpack

Event Time: 7:05 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Mediacom Ice Park - 635 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details

Springfield Wolfpack vs. Oklahoma Defenders

http://www.springfieldwolfpack.com
417 831-0548

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.

www.stompthebluesoutofhomelessness.com

Mother's Day Magic Show & Brunch

Event Time: 12:30pm
Dates: Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Sunday, May 13, 2012
Location: Pythian Castle 1451 E. Pythian St., Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: Adults $35, Kids 5-12 $20

Do something magical for your mother. On this one special day of the year, Pythian Castle is the magic castle as Steve and Amy bedazzle the audience with their mind mavericks magic show for mothers. Mind boggling fun for the whole family.

http://pythiancastle.com
4178651464

Red, White & Tuna

Event Time: varies
Dates: Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Sunday, May 13, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Red, White & Tuna takes us back to the tiny Texas town and into the hearts and minds of the polyster-clad citizens all played by two lightening-quick costume and wig changing actors. The town folks are busy with a trio of events: a 4th of July renunion and fireworks display, a wedding, and a pageant. Romantic mix-ups, the selection of a home-coming queen, a UFO sighting, hymns that need to be censored and some really bad potato salad set the stage for a show full of fireworks, side-splitting laughs and lots of fun.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417 869-3869

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Red, White & Tuna

Event Time: varies
Dates: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Red, White & Tuna takes us back to the tiny Texas town and into the hearts and minds of the polyster-clad citizens all played by two lightening-quick costume and wig changing actors. The town folks are busy with a trio of events: a 4th of July renunion and fireworks display, a wedding, and a pageant. Romantic mix-ups, the selection of a home-coming queen, a UFO sighting, hymns that need to be censored and some really bad potato salad set the stage for a show full of fireworks, side-splitting laughs and lots of fun.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417 869-3869

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Location: Q Enoteca Wine Bar - 308 West Commercial - Springfeild, MO -
Admission: FREE

Come out to QUIZICAL at the Q!, C Street’s ultimate game show starring the affable host Joe Terry! Great questions, music, libations, prizes and fun for all await at this weekly, not to be missed, event. -

http://www.qenoteca.com

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

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

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Thursday, May 17, 2012 - Thursday, May 17, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Red, White & Tuna

Event Time: varies
Dates: Friday, May 18, 2012 - Friday, May 18, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Red, White & Tuna takes us back to the tiny Texas town and into the hearts and minds of the polyster-clad citizens all played by two lightening-quick costume and wig changing actors. The town folks are busy with a trio of events: a 4th of July renunion and fireworks display, a wedding, and a pageant. Romantic mix-ups, the selection of a home-coming queen, a UFO sighting, hymns that need to be censored and some really bad potato salad set the stage for a show full of fireworks, side-splitting laughs and lots of fun.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417 869-3869

Young Sprouts in the Garden

Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: The Botanical Center - 2400 S. Scenic Avenue - Springfield, MO

Hands on crafts and activities for kids!

http://www.parkboard.org
417 837-5711

Springfield Wolfpack

Event Time: 7:05 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Meidacom Ice Park - 635 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details

Springfield Wolfpack vs. Kansas Koyotes

http://www.springfieldwolfpack.com
417 831-0548

Nixa Sucker Day

Event Time: 10am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Nixa, Missouri
Admission: Free

A local barber named Finis Gold started Nixa Sucker Day in 1957, and it has since been a longstanding tradition with the people of Nixa, Missouri. Locals would often close up shop and skip school for the day to go grabbin’ for Suckers. The fish were then frozen until there was enough for a big fish fry. Nixa Sucker Day was the result of this annual tradition. This event provides fun for the whole family, along with good food and lots of entertainment.

www.nixasuckerday.org
(417) 725-5551

The Second Ever Mother’s Day Festival

Event Time: 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Mother's Brewing Company - 215 S. Grant Avenue - Springfield, MO -
Admission: $5.00; 15 and under are free

Rain or shine, it will be fine. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets! - Go local: beer, food, art, & live music. -

http://www.mothersbrewing.com

Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand Up Revolution

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Gillioz Theatre - 325 Park Central East - Springfield, Missouri 65806 -
Admission: call for details

Gabriel Iglesias has been described as unbelievably witty, electrifying and a talented performer who has the ability to consistently deliver a uniquely hilarious comedy experience - from start to finish - in every venue he performs in.

http://www.
417 863-7843

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Discovery Center Science Behind Hitting & Pitching

Event Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - Springfield Cardinals Training Facility - 955 E Trafficway - Springfield, MO -
Admission: $30 - non-member $25 Member per person. This price includes a ticket to May 19, 2012 Springfield Cardinal's vs. Tulsa game at 6pm.

What do pitcher's wind-up, curveballs, fastballs, the batter's ability to determine when to hit the ball, and finding the sweet spot all have in common? SCIENCE - the real excitement behind the game of baseball!! Come learn how science makes baseball one of our favorite pastimes. Get a chance to meet a few of the Springfield Cardinals players and coaching staff.

http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713

Last Dinner served on the R.M.S. Titanic at the Tower Club

Event Time: 5pm-10:30pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: 21st & 22nd Floor - Hammons Tower - Tower Club - 901 E. St. Louis St. - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $99.00 inclusive per person (includes gratuities and taxes) - Price includes dinner, shuttle and entrance to the Titanic Museum. - Reservations required. Call 417-866-4466.

ALL ABOARD! WHITE STAR LINE CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO COME ABOARD THE R.M.S. TITANIC! A SIX COURSE DINNER AT THE TOWER CLUB AND SHUTTLE TO THE TITANIC MUSEUM IN BRANSON IS SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2012 AT 5PM. THE MENU IS THE EXACT MENU SERVED THE LAST NIGHT BEFORE THE TITANIC SANK. WE WILL THEN TRANSPORT YOU TO THE MUSEUM FOR THE TOUR. IF YOU SURVIVE THE SHIPWRECK, WE SHOULD ARRIVE AT THE TOWER CLUB AT 10:30PM

http://www.towerclubspringfield.com
417 866-4466

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

Free Motorcycle Show

Event Time: 12pm - 3am
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
Location: 5484 West Sunshine Street Brookline STA, MO 65619
Admission: Free admission to motorcycle show. To get into the outdoor concert there is entry. More details about ticket prices on the website.

Are you ready for the rock festival you wont ever forget! Springfield’s 1st Annual Rock-N-Rubber will feature dozens of bands, the hottest motorcycles and choppers from around the area. Amazing national rock acts, local and regional rock bands as well as the motorcycle show! - - Get your tickets early for this all ages show. This show is a 2 day event starting on Saturday May 19th and going strong until Sunday May 20th. Gates open at 10am and the show starts at noon each day. Liquor will be served on Sunday. - - Check out the website for more info! - http://rock-n-rubber.com/

http://rock-n-rubber.com

Red, White & Tuna

Event Time: varies
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Red, White & Tuna takes us back to the tiny Texas town and into the hearts and minds of the polyster-clad citizens all played by two lightening-quick costume and wig changing actors. The town folks are busy with a trio of events: a 4th of July renunion and fireworks display, a wedding, and a pageant. Romantic mix-ups, the selection of a home-coming queen, a UFO sighting, hymns that need to be censored and some really bad potato salad set the stage for a show full of fireworks, side-splitting laughs and lots of fun.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org
417 869-3869

2012 Wings Over Whiteman Air Show and Open House

Event Time: 9am- 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
Location: Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri 65305
Admission: Free

The 2012 Wings Over Whiteman Air Show and Open House is scheduled May 19 and 20. This free, family oriented event is expected to draw spectators from all over the region. - - All of Whiteman’s aircraft will be on display to include the B-2 Spirit, A-10 Thunderbolt II, Apache Ah-64 Delta Longbow helicopter and T-38 trainer jet. Oscar-01, the only missile alert facility ever built on a military installation will be open for tours each day.

www.wingsoverwhiteman.com
660-687-6439

C-Street Market

Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street at Jefferson Avenue - Footbridge Pavilion
Admission: Free

C-Street Market, the sweetest little market in town, gathers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm mid-April through mid-October. Nestled under a beautiful, shaded, sculptural red pavilion designed and built by students from Hamons School of Architecture, shoppers will find a leisurely environment in the shadow of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Artisan vendors are small-scale farmers, bakers, crafters and neighbors with gardens who blend an appreciation of simpler times with the desire for a more friendly and intimate market experience. Persons interested in becoming one of our cherished vendors, visit www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet.

www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 831-6200

INCUBUS

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Location: O'Reilly Family Event Center - Drury University - 935 North Summit Street - Springfield, Missouri 65802 -
Admission: start at $26

American rock band INCUBUS will perform live. Incubus has received both critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching multi-platinum sales, as well as releasing several highly successful singles

http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7521

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

RACE: Are We So Different?

Event Time:
Dates: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Looking through the eyes of history, science, and lived experience, RACE: Are We So Different? explores similarities and differences among people and reveals the reality – and unreality – of race. The story behind RACE: Are We So Different? is complex and may challenge how you think about race and human variation, about the differences among people and the similarities that unite us all.

http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 - Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Location: Q Enoteca Wine Bar - 308 West Commercial - Springfeild, MO -
Admission: FREE

Come out to QUIZICAL at the Q!, C Street’s ultimate game show starring the affable host Joe Terry! Great questions, music, libations, prizes and fun for all await at this weekly, not to be missed, event. -

http://www.qenoteca.com

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 - Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Thursday, May 24, 2012 - Thursday, May 24, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

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

Victory Ball Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 26, 2012 - Saturday, May 26, 2012
Location: At the Castle - Chateau Charmant - 1700 Martins Branch Road - Fordland, MO
Admission: call for details

Intrigue at the Castle, May 26, 1928. You are welcome to dress in period costumes (not mandatory).

http://www.charmingcastle.com
417-767-2233

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, May 26, 2012 - Saturday, May 26, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Location: Q Enoteca Wine Bar - 308 West Commercial - Springfeild, MO -
Admission: FREE

Come out to QUIZICAL at the Q!, C Street’s ultimate game show starring the affable host Joe Terry! Great questions, music, libations, prizes and fun for all await at this weekly, not to be missed, event. -

http://www.qenoteca.com

2012 Southwest Missouri Senior Games

Event Time: Multiple events throughout the day
Dates: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - Sunday, June 03, 2012
Location: 301 East Talmage - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: Registration fee for partcipants $10.00 - Spectators can attend for FREE!

The Southwest Missouri Senior Games, open to athletes 50+ years, offer events in 8-Ball, Archery, Baggo, Basketball Skill Events, Bocce, Bowling, Cycling, Electronic Darts, Golf, Horseshoes, Pinochle, Swimming, Table Tennis, Track & Field and Washer Toss. All athletes should embrace the Southwest Missouri Senior Games as an opportunity for competition and fun. The games serve as preparation for athletes competing in the Missouri State Senior Games in Columbia, MO. Registration Information is available at http://www.parkboard.org/northview/index.html or call (417) 837-5808.

http://www.parkboard.org/northview/index.html
417 837-5808

Wednesday Noon in Founders Park

Event Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Location: Founders Park - Corner of Jefferson Avenue and Water Street
Admission: FREE

Patrons are encouraged to bring a sack lunch and lawn chair.

http://www.springfieldmo.gov/founders
417-831-6200

First Friday Art Walk

Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Friday, June 01, 2012
Location: Downtown Springfield, Missouri
Admission: Free

The first Friday of each month brings hundreds of people to downtown Springfield for the First Friday Art Walk, a Springfield cultural happening in the Downtown Arts District. Art lovers â€œWalk the Walk,â€ enjoying original art, music, demonstrations and performances in 25 gallery venues. First Friday Art Walk is a grassroots event established by downtownâ€™s art galleries with the support of participating venues, sponsoring businesses and the arts community. A program of the Springfield Regional Arts Council, First Friday Art Walk is dedicated to promoting the Downtown Arts District. First Friday Art Walk is a taste of what the Downtown Arts District has to offer every day. Let Springfieldâ€™s downtown galleries be your entre to the heart of the city, where art, music and theatre meet dining, shopping, nightclubbing and fun for all ages. For a complete list of this month's galleries visit http://ffaw.org.

http:///ffaw.org/

Sounds on the Square

Event Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Friday, June 01, 2012
Location: Park Central Square - Downtown, Springfield
Admission: FREE

Patrons may bring lawn chairs or enjoy dinner on the Square in one of three adjacent outdoor cafes.

http://www.itsalldowntown.com
417 831-6200

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Friday, June 01, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Springfield Shakespeare Festival: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead

Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Friday, June 01, 2012
Admission: Free

For their 6th year, the Springfield Shakespeare Festival is undertaking exciting and challenging productions of "Hamlet" and "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead" which will be performed in repertory alternating nights with the same cast for both shows. Gates will open at 6:30pm and pre-show entertainment will begin at 7pm. All shows are FREE.

http://springfieldshakespeare.com/

Meet the Cast of RENT

Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Friday, June 01, 2012
Location: Landers Theatre
Admission: Free

It's one of the most talked-about shows ever on Broadway - SLT closes out its 77th season with RENT. Meet and hear the cast on Friday, June 1 at 7:15pm and 8:15pm on the steps of the Landers Theatre. The cast will sing some from the show, tickets will be on sale at a special First Friday discount, and t-shirts will be on sale.

http://www.springfieldlittletheatre.org/

An Evening with Primus

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Friday, June 01, 2012
Location: Gillioz Theatre - 325 Park Central East - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $39.50

An Evening with Primus will showcase the band's unique sound and off-beat approach that has allowed them to stand apart in the musical landscape. There is little in the music of Primus which you could call traditional. The band flirt with heavy metal, psychedelic rock, funk, and their lyrics are amusing pastiches of American society.

http://www.gillioztheatre.com
417 863-7843

Guns vs. Guards Basketball Game

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, June 02, 2012 - Saturday, June 02, 2012
Location: Glendale High School - 2727 S. Ingram Mill Road - Springfield, MO -
Admission: $5; 5 and under FREE

Springfield Police Officers vs. Federal Medical Center Guards - Family-friendly concession prices, FREE family fun-fest before the game 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Step up for Down Syndrome

Event Time: 2:30-9pm
Dates: Saturday, June 02, 2012 - Saturday, June 02, 2012
Location: Mediacom Ice Park, 635 E Trafficway, Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: tickets are $15 in April, $20 in May, and $25 at the door

Show your support for individuals with Down syndrome while having a great time with your whole family. There will tons of fun games and activities for the kids, like xbox, bounce house, crafts, and more! The indoor fun starts at 2:30pm and then continues over at Hammons Field where you can cheer on your favorite team at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game!

www.ozarksdsg.org
885-9905

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, June 02, 2012 - Saturday, June 02, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12

Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -

http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057

Aqua Rangers (Ages 6-10)

Event Time: 2pm-4pm
Dates: Monday, June 04, 2012 - Thursday, June 07, 2012
Location: Diventures is located at 5225 S. Campbell Ave - At the intersection of Campbell and Plainview
Admission: Please contact us for pricing

This class includes four sessions and teaches kids swimming, water safety and snorkeling skills. Perfect for kids looking for water activities beyond swim lessons. Class meets from 2pm-4pm Monday, June 4th-Thursday, June 7th.

www.diventures.net
417-883-5151

Registration Deadline for Kathleen Conover Workshop

Event Time:
Dates: Monday, June 04, 2012 - Monday, June 04, 2012
Admission: $225 alliance members $275 non-members

Visual Artist Alliance Springfield is proud to sponsor Kathleen Conover. Kathleen is currently in the February publication of Watercolor Artist Magazine. Her travels around the world enrich and inspire her work. Her unique designs are rich in symbolic expression, and observed with â€œmultiple layers: both literally and figuratively. Living over 30 years on the shores of Lake Superior in Michiganâ€™s upper peninsula, she is continually inspired by an intimate relationship with a dramatic nature. June 4th sign-up deadline Registration contact: Sherri Davis at (417)742-3626.

http://www.kathleenconover.com
(417)742-3626

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 - Wednesday, June 06, 2012
Location: Q Enoteca Wine Bar - 308 West Commercial - Springfeild, MO -
Admission: FREE

Come out to QUIZICAL at the Q!, C Street’s ultimate game show starring the affable host Joe Terry! Great questions, music, libations, prizes and fun for all await at this weekly, not to be missed, event. -

http://www.qenoteca.com

9 to 5: The Musical

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Missouri State University - 901 E. National - Springfield, MO
Admission: $10 - $22

Violet, Judy and Doralee are a trio of underpaid, underappreciated office workers who dream, of exacting revenge on their despotic and lecherous boss, Franklin Hart. Through a series of comic twists, their fantasies become reality!

http://www.tenttheatre.com
417 836-7678

Wednesday Noon in Founders Park

Event Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 - Wednesday, June 06, 2012
Location: Founders Park - Corner of Jefferson Avenue and Water Street
Admission: FREE

Patrons are encouraged to bring a sack lunch and lawn chair.

http://www.springfieldmo.gov/founders
417-831-6200

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