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Fair Grove Autism Day!

Event Time: 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Historic Downtown Fair Grove - 15 minutes N. of Springfield on 65 Hwy
Admission: FREE

Daytime Fun: local cuisine, wine tasting, pony rides, bounce houses, boutique shopping, dunk tank, limo rides, hair cut specials, silent/live auction - Evening Venue: brats & bbq, beer garden, full bar, live music - All proceeds benefit educational and awareness activites and materials promoted by the Missouri Autism Report.

http://www.moautismreport.com
417-209-0103

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Murder Mystery Dinner & Silent Auction

Event Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Dates: Thursday, June 14, 2012 - Thursday, June 14, 2012
Location: Tower Club - Springfield, MO
Admission: $50 per person

Kiwanis of Downtown Springfield is hosting a Murder Mystery Dinner & Silent Auction on Thursday, June 14, at the Tower Club. Social Hour begins at 5:30pm; dinner at 6:30pm. Join us for an evening of mysterious entertainment and fun benefitting The Kitchen's Missouri Hotel baby bed replacement project. Tickets are available for $50 per person, so make your reservations by contacting Pat Dierking at 831-8630.

www.dtkiwanis.org
417-831-8630

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Sertoma 911 Golf Tournament

Event Time: Registration 11:30.... lunch at Noon.... Tee Time 1:00
Dates: Monday, June 18, 2012 - Monday, June 18, 2012
Location: Millwood Golf & Racquet Club - Springfield, MO.
Admission: 4 person scramble $125.00 per golfer: includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes. Entry fee $150.00 after June 1, 2012.

1st Annual 911 Golf tourney... a benefit for the Greene County 100 Club The GC100 Club is a charitable organization that exists to help the surviving families of firefighters and law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

www.911golftourney.org
417-863-1231 417-818-5961

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Terry’s Team 5k Run and Walk

Event Time: 6:30-9:30
Dates: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: South Park Water St. Seymour MO
Admission: $25.00 Day of Registration - $20.00 Preregistration

Sign up for Terry’s Team 5k run and walk to support Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO) on June 23, 2012. The race will be held at South Park Water St.in Seymour MO. Registration runs from 6:30 am to 7:00 am and the race begins at 7:30. Registration is $25.00 on the day of the race, and $20.00 for pre registration, checks payable to GSACC. Those who register by June 11th are guaranteed a T-Shirt on race day. Medals are awarded for each age group, 1st-3rd male and female and overall male and female awards. For more information, email jowens@seymourbank.com or call 417-616-1232.

http://tinyurl.com/cjt53lt
417-616-1232

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Splash n' Sizzle at outdoor pools

Event Time:
Dates: Sunday, July 01, 2012 - Monday, July 30, 2012
Admission: $1 or free with donated canned food item for Ozarks Food Harvest

Splash n' Sizzle weekends at Park Board Outdoor Pools! Admission is $1 or free with donated canned food item for Ozarks Food Harvest. One special pool event for outdoor pool season in Springfield is the Splash N’ Sizzle weekends, which run 5:30 – 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, July 1 – 30 at Doling, Grant Beach, Silver Springs and Westport Pools. Fassnight and Meador Pools will be open from 5:30 – 8 p.m. on Saturdays only for the Splash N’ Sizzle weekends.

http://ilove.springfieldmo.org/post/6295321035/springfield-pools-feature-splash-n-sizzle-weekends

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Victory Mission’s Back to School Registration

Event Time: 9am-4pm (Weekdays) and 10am-2pm (Saturdays)
Dates: Monday, July 16, 2012 - Saturday, July 28, 2012
Location: Victory Mission Ministry Center, 1715 N. Boonville, Springfield (Weekdays) - Victory Vintage Thrift Store, 824 W. Commercial, Springfield (Saturdays)
Admission: Free

Families in need are invited to register for Springfield Victory Mission’s Back to School program 2012. School-age students grades K-12 will receive free school supplies, books and clothing. - - Date: July 16-28 (Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat only) - Time: 9am-4pm (Weekdays); 10am-2pm (Saturdays) - Venue: Ministry Center, 2nd Floor, 1715 N. Boonville, Springfield (Weekdays); Victory Vintage Thrift Store, 824 W. Commercial, Springfield (Saturdays) - - The following documents are required for registration: - 1) An original social security card or government DFS print out for each child - 2) A photo ID, social security card and proof of income for each adult in the household - - Call 417-831-6387 for more information. -

http://www.victorymission.com
417-831-6387

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Homes Of Hope Joplin - Benefit Concert At Branson Landing!

Event Time: 8:00 PM
Dates: Saturday, July 21, 2012 - Saturday, July 21, 2012
Location: In front of the Fountains

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and hope – benefiting our neighbors in Joplin, Missouri. - This concert event (band not confirmed at time of printing) will be a fundraising event for the nonprofit organization founded in Branson and all proceeds raised at the concert will be donated to Homes of Hope Joplin. Homes of Hope Joplin, was created to build homes for those whose homes were destroyed in the May 22, 2011 tornado. The goal is to build 20 energy efficient, cost effective, small carbon footprint homes. For more information, please visit www.homesofhopejoplin.org today. -

http://bransonlanding.com/

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Pink in the Park

Event Time: 2:08 pm
Dates: Sunday, July 22, 2012 - Sunday, July 22, 2012
Location: Hammons Field
Admission: Tickets are $9.00 and $15.00 for a ticket and BCFO t-shirt.

Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks hosts their annual Pink in the Park, Springfield Cardinals game at Hammons Field. Come to the game and see all the players wearing their pink jerseys. Also participate in the silent auction including the Springfield Cardinals player’s autographed pink jerseys and 50 more coveted items. At the game there will be vendors and a Pink item giveaway sponsored by Rick’s Automotive for the first 2,500 people to arrive. Family and friends are all encouraged to buy tickets from BCFO. A portion of the proceeds will give help and hope to local families impacted by breast cancer.

http://bcfo.org/NEWSEVENTS/EventCalendar/tabid/68/ModuleID/387/ItemID/163/mctl/EventDetails/Default.
417-862-3838

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Nonprofit Fraud Prevention Seminar

Event Time: 11:45-12:45
Dates: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 - Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Location: Trustee Science Center - Drury University - 900 N Benton - Springfield, MO -
Admission: Free Admission - ome early for a free lunch!! - Beginning 15 minutes before the seminar (at 11:30), Arvest Bank will provide free hotdogs, chips and drinks for the first 50 people in attendance. - - Enjoy your lunch and stick around for an excellent presentation.

Free one-hour fraud prevention seminar designed for nonprofit organizations. Cyber criminals are rapidly increasing in numbers and abilities. To protect themselves, organizations must learn to identify and defend the activities of these criminals. This seminar, facilitated by professionals from a variety of industries including IT, security, finance, and business, will help keep your organization safe from these Internet crimes. - Topics: - Latest trends of cyber criminals - Examples of how fraud can occur - Recommendations to protect your organization - - Who should you attend? - - Imagine giving away the names and credit card information of all your donors. And add to threat the private information of all your staff, board members as well as the clients you serve. Losing your organizations data could be catastrophic. Nonprofit leaders, staff, and board members are invited to attend this important seminar. - - Come early for a free lunch!! - Beginning 15 minutes before the seminar (at 11:30), Arvest Bank will provide free hotdogs, chips and drinks for the first 50 people in attendance. - - Enjoy your lunch and stick around for an excellent presentation. - - Where? - Trustee Science Center @ Drury University - 900 N Benton - Springfield, MO - - Contact: - Dan Prater, Director of The Center for Nonprofit Communication - (417) 873-7443 - dprater@drury.edu -

http://www.npcomm.org/fraudprevention/
417-873-7443

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Annual Rummage Sale to benefit Boy Scout Troop 174

Event Time: Friday 7am-4pm, Saturday 7am-3pm
Dates: Friday, August 03, 2012 - Saturday, August 04, 2012
Location: Hood United Methodist Church

Boy Scout Troop 174 is holding their annual yard sale on Aug 3-4. There will be furniture, clothing, housewares, exercise equipment, electronics and so much more! There really is something for everyone. Come in, cool off and find a bargain! - All proceeds benefit Boy Scout Troop 174.

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Home Run- 5K/10K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run

Event Time: 7:00 am Rain or Shine
Dates: Saturday, August 04, 2012 - Saturday, August 04, 2012
Location: Highland Springs Country Club, 5400 South Highland Springs Boulevard, Springfield, MO 65809
Admission: $20 pre-registration/$25 day of event for 5K/10K run. $10 pre-registration/$15 day of the event for 1 Mile Fun Run. $40 for family of five or more.

Habitat for Humanity and Price Cutter Charity Championship are hosting Home Run, a 5K/10K and 1 mile Fun Run on August 4th, 2012, at 7 am at Highland Springs Country Club, rain or shine. Pre-registration is $20 for 5K/10K, $10 for 1 Mile Fun Run. Day of the event is $25 for 5K/10 and $15 for 1 mile Fun Run. Family option of $40 for a family of 5 or more. Awards will be given. Join us for music, refreshments, bounce houses for the kids and more.

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DiVentures Summer Games

Event Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Dates: Saturday, August 11, 2012 - Saturday, August 11, 2012
Location: DiVentures Scuba and Swim Center - 5225 S. Campbell Ave - Springfield, MO 65810
Admission: $5.00 per child

Join us for an Olympic themed pool party! There will be lots of games, fun races, food and medals for all. Stop by our new location or call us today to reserve your spot! All proceeds will go the Joshua Collins Memorial Foundation.

www.diventures.net
417.883.5151

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Back to School Bash / Kids 'n Power of the Ozarks

Event Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Dates: Saturday, August 18, 2012 - Saturday, August 18, 2012
Location: 4240 S. Fremont Ave. (Just South of Republic Rd.) -
Admission: FREE

Free child safety and bully prevention classes, cool kid's activities, inflatable station! Enter to win a grand prize Kindle Fire. Other prizes awarded and drawings to take place throughout the evening. Grand prize drawing at approximately 7:30pm, August 18th, 2012. Proceeds to benefit "Kids n Power of the Ozarks" a program dedicated to help kids be safe and fit who are free from the devasting effects of bullying.

417-889-9312

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Eat to Defeat ALS

Event Time: 11am-9pm
Dates: Monday, August 20, 2012 - Friday, August 24, 2012
Location: Monday, August 20: Pasta Express - Tuesday, August 21: Pickleman's - Wednesday, August 22: Which Wich - Thursday, August 23: Qdoba - Friday, August 24: Cedar's

Help us reach our 2012 Walk to Defeat ALS fundraising goal by eating at the following locations the week of August 20-24. Each day, a different Springfield restaurant has agreed to donate between 10-15% of their profits to the ALS Association.

(417) 886-5003

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Fall Sports Kickoff Cookout and Auction Event

Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, August 23, 2012 - Thursday, August 23, 2012
Location: Plaster Sports Complex
Admission: $10

The auction portion of the night will feature approximately 40 live and silent auction items. The chance to bid on a variety of collectibles, become a Missouri State coach for a day, selected team travel, and other great items are just some of the exciting opportunities awaiting fans.

http://www.MissouriStateBears.com
417 836-6776

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Cocktail and Wellies on the Lawn

Event Time: 7pm
Dates: Friday, August 24, 2012 - Friday, August 24, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street Firehouse, - 101 E Commercial Street, Spring?eld MO
Admission: Tickets available at www.springfielduac.org for $50 per - person - - Ticket Price Includes - Hors d’oeuvres made with locally-grown produce - Complimentary wine - Local Mother’s Brewing Company beer - Entertainment by Molly Healy and Dallas Jones

Don your wellies, garden boots, or muck mucks and join Springfield Urban Agriculture Coalition for the Cocktail Lawn Party & Silent Auction. - - Ticket Price Includes: Hors d’oeuvres made with locally-grown produce, complimentary wine, local Mother’s Brewing Company beer, entertainment by Molly Healy and Dallas Jones - - All proceeds benefit Springfield Urban Agriculture Coalition projects that promote healthy lifestyles and environments, such as The DIRT (Dig In R-Twelve) Project, our schoolyard garden project. Join us to raise funds to further our projects and reconnect people with food and farmers.

www.springfielduac.org

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Flutes and Flutes

Event Time: 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, August 25, 2012 - Saturday, August 25, 2012
Location: Christ Episcopal Church - 601 East Walnut Street - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: call for details

Bettine Clemen, world renowned flautist will perform. Mark your calendars to attend this stunning combination of music and sparkling wine reception! Bettine will be accompanied by Harry Beckett, locally known in the Springfield Community for musical therapy. All benefits of the concert will go towards the new Sensory Garden.

http://www.swmogardens.com

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Fall Fashionista Gala

Event Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm
Dates: Thursday, August 30, 2012 - Thursday, August 30, 2012
Location: Twin Oaks Country Club - 1020 East Republic Road - Springfield, MO
Admission: $15 in Advance - $20 at the door

You are invited to attend the second annual “Fall Fashionista Gala” on Thursday, August 30th at Twin Oaks Country Club. The event starts at 5:30 with cocktails and hors d’ouvres, entertainment and a silent auction. The exciting fashion show will feature Lisa Rau as emcee at 6:30. See the new fall fashions from great local stores, Nomad, Ashby’s, Modern Society, Town and County, Roxy Blue, Krickets, Karl’s Tuxedos, Mens Warehouse and Blackwell’s. Hair and makeup for the models will be done by Details Salon, Moda Salon and Frost Salon. The Fall Fashionista Gala is a fund-raising benefit for Women in Need of the Ozarks, a 501(C)3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping working women suffering a temporary financial crisis. The $20 ticket fee at the door will go directly to assist women in our area. Advance tickets are $15 and are available at Blackwell’s, Ashby’s, Krickets and Modern Society.

womeninneedoftheozarks.org
417-773-2255

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Members Only - Llive In Concert and 2012 MDA "Show of Strength" with KOLR 10

Event Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Dates: Sunday, September 02, 2012 - Sunday, September 02, 2012
Location: Town Square by Fountains
Admission: Free to public

Branson Landing is proud to again, work hand in hand with the local MDA Chapter and KOLR 10, The CBS Television affiliate, who will be on property from 6p to 10p, Sunday evening broadcasting LIVE from the Landing and bringing to you, the 2012 MDA Show of Strength. - - LIVE Concert Performances that evening will start at 5:30 pm featuring the amazing Band Members Only and BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND…Chain Reaction – A Tribute to Journey will take the stage for MDA at 8:00 pm.

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July 4 celebration in Monett on Labor Day

Event Time: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Dates: Monday, September 03, 2012 - Monday, September 03, 2012
Location: Monett South Park, Highway 37 and Highway 60, off Waldensian Road, on the east side of the park.
Admission: Free

Freedom and Fireworks will present Monett’s July Fourth celebration on Sept. 3 at the South Park soccer fields. Vendors and activities are planned. Bands include All Taken with contemporary Christian music at 1 p.m., Spur of the Moment with bluegrass at 3 p.m. and Lain’z Hot Rod Gang with classic rock at 5:30 p.m. The patriotic speech will be at 7:45 with fireworks around 8:15 p.m. All activities are located off Waldensian Road on the east side of the park.

www.monett-times.com
417-393-8253

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Dog Swim

Event Time: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, September 04, 2012 - Tuesday, September 04, 2012
Location: Fassnight Pool - 1300 S. Campbell Avenue - Springfield, MO
Admission: $8 per dog and owner; additional humans are $3

This is the only event of the year where canines of all shapes and sizes are invited to dive and dog paddle in a public pool. - Proof of vaccination is required for Dog Swim. Pre-registration is strongly recommended, but on-site registration is available. One dog per owner is allowed, but no humans are allowed in the pool. All proceeds benefit Cruse Dog Park, Springfield’s first off-leash dog park. -

http://www.parkboard.org
417 837-5710

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Barn Warming Fundraiser

Event Time: 3-7 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, September 08, 2012 - Saturday, September 08, 2012
Location: Rockspan Farm, 11750 Farm Road 124, Bois D'Arc
Admission: $25 per adult 18 and up, under 18 free, $5 per college student

It could be a "wow" event for people trying to lower their energy bills. A "barn warming" fundraiser for Ozarks New Energy Saturday, Sept. 8, 3-7 p.m., at Rockspan Farm in Greene County will include tours of the highly energy-efficient house and barn of Dan and Margy Chiles.

http://www.ozarksnewenergy.org
417-581-4018

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Rock & Roll Family 50's Fest

Event Time: 5 pm to 10 pm
Dates: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - Saturday, September 15, 2012
Location: Shrine Mosque
Admission: $12 for adults, $6 for kids at the door

Join us following Cider Days on Walnut Street for a trip back in time...to the Fabulous Fifties! Enjoy hula hoop and yo-yo contests, prizes for the best "50s look", music and dance contests! Starring Travis LeDoyt - Elvis Tribute Artist.

springfieldhistorymuseum.org
417-264-1976

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13th Annual ANPAC Car Show for Kids

Event Time: 9am-2pm
Dates: Saturday, September 22, 2012 - Saturday, September 22, 2012
Location: American National Corporate Centre Parking Lot - 1949 E. Sunshine St.
Admission: $5 adults at the show, children under 12 free

Join us for a great day of family fun packed with hundreds of cool cars, kids' games, vendors, live entertainment and more! Proceeds benefit the United Way of the Ozarks.

417 887-4990

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Big Whiskey's 3rd Annual Bartender's Shootout

Event Time: 7-10pm
Dates: Thursday, September 27, 2012 - Thursday, September 27, 2012
Location: 1550 E. Battlefield Rd. - Springfield, MO 65809
Admission: $8.00

If you have ever seen Tom Cruise show off his bartending skills in “Cocktail,” then you haven’t seen anything yet. - - Big Whiskey’s on Battlefield Road will be hosting the 3rd Annual Bartender’s Shootout on Thursday, September 27. Come watch the area’s best bartenders bust out their latest “flair” to raise money for the Good Samaritan Boy’s Ranch! - - The flair will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will feature one-of-a-kind cocktails, specials on Coors Light and Blue Moon, prizes and more! -

www.bigwhiskeys.com
417-883-5999

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Vision Clinic 5K benefiting World Sight Day

Event Time: 7am Registration and 8Am Race Start
Dates: Saturday, September 29, 2012 - Saturday, September 29, 2012
Location: 3440 S National Ave. Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: $20 Adults and $15 Kids if preregistered - (Day-Of Registration is $30 adults and $25 Kids)

Join us for this fun morning 5K walk/run in the Medical Mile. All proceeds go to Optometry Giving Sight's World Sight Day Challenge.

VisionClinic5K.wordpress.com
417-300-4587

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Heritage of Hymns Concert

Event Time: 3:00 PM Concert doors open at 2:30
Dates: Sunday, September 30, 2012 - Sunday, September 30, 2012
Location: Evengel University
Admission: General admission Free for preferred (reserved seating) email heritageseating@gmail.com

On Sunday, September 30 at 3 p.m., The Messiah Project, Inc. will present its fifth annual “Heritage of Hymns Concert” at the Evangel University Chapel. We are very pleased to announce that the former Attorney General for the United States John D. Ashcroft, will host the evening with inspirational guidance that will make the evening truly an outstanding event that we will all cherish for a lifetime.

Messiahproject.org
417 883-5274

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Trivia Night

Event Time: Doors open at 6 pm - Trivia starts at 7 pm
Dates: Friday, October 05, 2012 - Friday, October 05, 2012
Location: 319 W Walnut Springfield, MO
Admission: $10 per person in advance. $15 per person at the door.

Burgers and Brats - Soda, H20, and Cash Bar. 50/50 Drawing. Heads/Tails. Door Prizes. Trivia!

www.code3sertoma.org/trivia-night/
417-863-1231

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Monster Dash Zombie-Themed Bike & Fun Run Event

Event Time: 1:00pm
Dates: Saturday, October 06, 2012 - Saturday, October 06, 2012
Location: Ritter Springs Park

Cox Health Home Parenteral Services Vascular Access (PICC) team is presenting the first annual Monster Dash, a three mile fun run or ten mile bike event, which will be held on October 6, 2012, at Ritter Springs Park beginning at 1 p.m. This event will be benefitting The Kitchen Medical Clinic, which provides medical assistance through volunteers and donations to the less fortunate in the community.

http://getfi2.wix.com/monsterdash#!home/mainPage
4173795939

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Springfield Symphony Guild to host Antique Show & Sale

Event Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, October 12, 2012 - Saturday, October 13, 2012
Location: Remington's - 1655 West Republic Road - Springfield, MO
Admission: $5

Throughout the event, well-known antique dealers from across the country will be selling a variety of antiques and collectibles. In addition, the MOARKLA Indian Agency will present a 120-year-old collection of Native American art and artifacts for public display during the show.

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

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Tour De Bass - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival

Event Time: 7:30am
Dates: Saturday, October 13, 2012 - Saturday, October 13, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops, Springfield Missouri
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.

Tour De Bass Bike Rides - This event is targeted toward all levels of fitness! People are welcome to ride 20, 35, 70 or 100 miles with us on October 13th. Rides start and end at Bass Pro Shops. Food and water are provided on each course and courses are well marked. Even while participating in the 100 mile ride, riders will never be far away from Springfield. A meal is provided upon completion of the rides. This is a wonderful event to get out and enjoy the beauty of Springfield. Course maps are available at www.basspro.com/fitness under events/tourdebass. -

www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214

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18th Annual Victory Ride

Event Time: 11am-1pm
Dates: Sunday, October 14, 2012 - Sunday, October 14, 2012
Location: Cook's Kettle - 200 W. Commercial, Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: $20 (Single); $30 (Double); $5 (Guest meal)

A motorcycle ride to fight poverty and homelessness, and raise funds for Springfield Victory Mission. Riders will enjoy a 55-mile scenic ride and an after-party featuring food, fellowship, live music and raffle prizes.

http://www.victorymission.com
417-831-6387

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ART Corps presents "Monster Ball" at OTC

Event Time: 6pm - 10pm
Dates: Friday, October 19, 2012 - Friday, October 19, 2012
Location: Ozarks Technical Community College: Information Commons Atrium, 1001 East Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO
Admission: Advance Tickets: $8 - At the Door: $10 - Groups of 10 or more: $7/person

Join student organization ART Corps in OTC's second annual "Monster Ball" Halloween costume party and dance. Event includes music and dancing alongside costume contests with prizes, games, and plenty of food! Costumes are definitely encouraged! - - To purchase tickets, visit our table at the OTC Atrium up until Oct. 19th or e-mail us at otcartcorps@gmail.com - - Proceeds benefit the ART Corps student initiative based out of OTC's Fine Arts Department. - - Event is 17+. This is an alcohol-free event. - - For more information, visit http://otcartcorps.weebly.com or e-mail otcartcorps@gmail.com

http://otcartcorps.weebly.com
417.536.9679

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Dogwood Canyon ROGAINE Race - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival

Event Time: call or check website for details
Dates: Saturday, October 20, 2012 - Saturday, October 20, 2012
Location: Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.

ROGAINE stands for Rugged Outdoor Group Adventure Involving Navigation and Endurance. Participants will use a compass and their legs to navigate through beautiful Dogwood Canyon in search of points in this adventure race.

www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214

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Dogwood Canyon Trail Runs - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival

Event Time: 8am
Dates: Sunday, October 21, 2012 - Sunday, October 21, 2012
Location: Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.

Located in Dogwood Canyon, near Lampe, Missouri, these trail runs provide a glimpse into the incredible beauty of the Ozarks. The distance in miles is roughly 9, 15 and 30 miles. The terrain is hilly and challenging but it is worth the effort. Runners will run through at least 4 streams and can cool off in the water upon completion of their event. All participants receive long sleeve tech tees and 25K and 50K finishers receive trail run fleece. 50K finishers will also receive a medal. For more information, please see our website: www.basspro.com/fitness. - -

www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214

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Springfield's Biggest Book Sale

Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - Friday, October 26, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road, Springfield
Admission: Free

Friends of the Library is sponsoring Springfield's Biggest Book Sale. Plus CDs, DVDs, videocassettes, audiobooks, records, puzzles, board games and more! Children's books are 50 cents or less; adult/young adult books and most audiovisual are $1 or less; better books are $2+. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.

417 616-0564

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Thriller on C-Street

Event Time: 4:30pm, 7:30pm, 8pm-midnight
Dates: Saturday, October 27, 2012 - Saturday, October 27, 2012
Location: Thriller on C-Street takes place on Commercial Street, between Boonville and Robberson, in front of the Savoy Ballroom, 224 E. Commercial St.
Admission: Admission to performance is FREE! Fright Night Halloween party is $10 and special VIP seating area is available for $20 (includes admission to Fright Night.

Join the C-Street Zombie Corps for our annual Thriller on C-Street event! We are expanding to two performances this year, plus welcoming the T-Town Zombies from Tulsa, OK!! - - Starting at 4:30, we'll have our family-friendly matinee performance of Thriller on C-Street with minimal costuming and makeup. Family-friendly and fun for all ages! Admission is FREE!!! - - Continuing at 7:30, the C-Street Zombie Corps is proud to present Thriller on C-Street, Epidemic III: The Dr. Deadalous Traveling Zombie Show. The theme for this year's show is dark vintage circus-inspired and while all ages are welcome, due to the nature and extent of the makeup and costuming of the performers, the 10-15 minute show is rated PG-13. General admission is FREE!!! Special VIP seating available in the "Velvet Graveyard" at only $20 per person - Limited number of VIP seats are available, plus VIP tickets include admission to Fright Night! -

http://www.CStreetZombieCorps.com/
417-869-6789

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Springfield's Biggest Book Sale

Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Sunday, October 28, 2012 - Sunday, October 28, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road, Springfield
Admission: Free

Friends of the Library is sponsoring Springfield's Biggest Book Sale. Plus CDs, DVDs, videocassettes, audiobooks, records, puzzles, board games and more! Children's books are 50 cents or less; adult/young adult books and most audiovisual are $1 or less; better books are $2+. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.

417 616-0564

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Victory Mission’s Holiday Assistance Registration

Event Time: 9am-4pm (Weekdays); 10am-2pm (Saturdays)
Dates: Monday, October 29, 2012 - Monday, October 29, 2012
Location: - Victory Mission Ministry Center, 1715 N. Boonville (Weekdays) - - Victory Vintage Thrift Store, 824 W. Commercial (Saturdays)
Admission: Free

Families in need are invited to register for Springfield Victory Mission’s Holiday Assistance Program. Families will receive food baskets for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas and be eligible to apply for the Adopt-a-Family program. The following documents are required for registration: a photo ID for each adult 18 and over in the household; social security cards for all members in the household; and a proof of income. - - For more information, call 417-831-6387.

http://www.victorymission.com
417-831-6387

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Victory Mission’s Holiday Assistance Registration

Event Time: 9am-4pm (Weekdays); 10am-2pm (Saturdays)
Dates: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Location: - Victory Mission Ministry Center, 1715 N. Boonville (Weekdays) - - Victory Vintage Thrift Store, 824 W. Commercial (Saturdays)
Admission: Free

Families in need are invited to register for Springfield Victory Mission’s Holiday Assistance Program. Families will receive food baskets for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas and be eligible to apply for the Adopt-a-Family program. The following documents are required for registration: a photo ID for each adult 18 and over in the household; social security cards for all members in the household; and a proof of income. - - For more information, call 417-831-6387.

http://www.victorymission.com
417-831-6387

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Victory Mission’s Holiday Assistance Registration

Event Time: 9am-4pm (Weekdays); 10am-2pm (Saturdays)
Dates: Friday, November 02, 2012 - Saturday, November 03, 2012
Location: - Victory Mission Ministry Center, 1715 N. Boonville (Weekdays) - - Victory Vintage Thrift Store, 824 W. Commercial (Saturdays)
Admission: Free

Families in need are invited to register for Springfield Victory Mission’s Holiday Assistance Program. Families will receive food baskets for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas and be eligible to apply for the Adopt-a-Family program. The following documents are required for registration: a photo ID for each adult 18 and over in the household; social security cards for all members in the household; and a proof of income. - - For more information, call 417-831-6387.

http://www.victorymission.com
417-831-6387

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Project Puppy 2012

Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, November 03, 2012 - Saturday, November 03, 2012
Location: University Plaza - 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Dinner, Dance, Silent Auction & doggie fashion show

417-830-1855

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Conservation Marathon Relay - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival

Event Time: 7:00am
Dates: Sunday, November 04, 2012 - Sunday, November 04, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops, Springfield, MO
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.

Relay teams are comprised of five members, running or walking a distance from 3.10 miles to 7.5 miles in order to complete a full 26.2 marathon. The first and third team members will run 10Ks while the second and fourth members complete a 5K each. The final team member will run a 12K. - - The marathon relay continues to appeal to families, friends, co-workers and organizations looking to build relationships and teamwork. Marathon Relay divisions include: Men’s Business, Women’s Business, Coed Business, Family & Friends Men, Family & Friends Women, Family & Friends Coed, Organization Challenge team, and the Battle of the Badges team.

www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214