Event Calendar

Wednesday

13

Jun

Wednesday Noon in Founders Park

Event Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - Wednesday, June 13, 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

 

 

 

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - Wednesday, June 13, 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

Friday

15

Jun

Rods & Relics Rod Run

Event Time: Friday & Sat 8am to 11pm, Sunday 8am to 12pm.
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012
Location: Ramada Inn (area 57), 1700 West Hwy 76, Branson, MO. 65616
Admission: Car Registration is $15.00 for all 3 days. Spectators are free.

40th Annual Rods & Relics Rod Run. Fun & Games, Door prizes, live band for sat night. Awards on Sunday.


417-839-7635

 

 

 

Sounds on the Square

Event Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Friday, June 15, 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

Saturday

16

Jun

Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center

Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free

Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.


417 862-2787

 

 

 

Psychic Insights

Event Time: 6:30pm till 8:30pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Panera Bread at 2535 North Kansas Expressway In Springfield Mo
Admission: Free with donations accepted

Psychic Medium Michael will be helping you find those answers you seek as well as relay to you any messages coming through for you from your Angels, Spirit Guides or Loved Ones.

www.insightswithmichael.com

 

 

 

Titanic Branson Father's Day Boat Show

Event Time: 9am - 9pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012
Location: 3235 W Hwy 76 Country Blvd in Branson, Mo.
Admission: Event is Free in the Parking Lot. Touring the Titanic Museum Attraction requires regular ticket purchase.

We’ve invited Bass Pro Shops’ Tracker Boat Center to drop anchor in our parking lot and show off some of the newest, fastest, hottest models on today’s market. This exclusive Father’s Day event is free and open to the public. Perfect gift for Dad! - -

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

 

 

 

Late Show with David Letterman Casting Call for Stupid Human Tricks & Stupid Pet Tricks!

Event Time: 4-7pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Town Square down by Fountains
Admission: Free to the public

Join Springfield’s TV Station KOLR 10 at Branson Landing on Saturday, June 16th from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. for The LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN Stupid Human Tricks & Stupid Pet Tricks Casting Call! Visit ozarksfirst.com for more information on how you can register for the upcoming audition! -

http://www.ozarksfirst.com

 

 

 

Wickman's 90th Anniversary Celebration

Event Time: 10am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012
Location: Wickman's Garden Village - 1345 S Fort Ave - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: FREE!

Wickman's Garden Village 90th Anniversary Celebration - There will be door prizes and hourly drawings for Wickman's gift cards. - Free Cupcakes and lemonade will be served in 'Frankie's House', a - circa 1920 home built by Floyd Emhoff, founder of Wickman's. There will also be memorabilia on display that reflects the 90 years of history of Wickman's.

www.wickmans.com
417-862-3707

 

 

 

Jake Simpson & The 4 Jax Live In Concert!

Event Time: 8pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Town Square by the Fountains
Admission: Free to the public

This is one concert you don’t want to miss! Join us on Saturday, June 16th for an unforgettable evening with the 4 JAX and Jake Simpson. Note: This concert will follow The David Letterman Late Night Stupid Human & Stupid Pet Trick Auditions, so plan on spending the whole day at the Landing - Where Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Take Center Stage! Auditions begin at 4:00 pm and the LIVE concert will kick off at 8:00 pm on Saturday, right in front of the Branson Landing Fountains.

 

 

 

Fancy Nancy

Event Time: 10am to 12pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Plant Boutique & Cafe Roswitha - 2620 S. Glenstone Ave. - Springfield, MO 65804
Admission: Free

All girls in Pre-K through 12th grade, join us for an event on the book, Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy. Connect with new friends while having a fun and fancy time. Please bring a gently used book or video to be donated to Isabel's House. Refreshments will be provided by Cafe Roswitha.

girlscoutsofthemissourihearltand.org
877-312-4764 ext: 1125

 

 

 

Free Art Day

Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012

Saturday, June 16, 10am-Noon Several fun summer activity stations will be available, including flowerpot painting, ceramic owl decorating, and tissue paper flowers. The Springfield-Greene County Library will also provide storytelling at 10:45 and 11:30am. FREE ART ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES The Springfield Regional Arts Council is excited to offer F.A.D., community-wide Free Art Days, at The Creamery Arts Center. Bring your family for a Saturday morning filled with free and fun activities and create your own works of art to take home with you. Free Art Day Schedule: Saturday, June 16 Saturday, August 18 About Free Art Day All ages and artistic abilities are welcome for hands-on art activities, no registration is required. Every participant can create and take home one item at each station, with instruction and supplies provided by Springfield Regional Arts Council staff and volunteers. Free Art Day takes place at The Creamery Arts Center located at 411 N. Sherman Parkway. For more information regarding Free Art Day or other SRAC educational programs, call 417-862-2787 (ARTS).Free Art Day is underwritten by the Junior League of Springfield.

Monday

18

Jun

Free Family Movie Monday

Event Time: 10:00am
Dates: Monday, June 18, 2012 - Monday, June 18, 2012
Location: Hollywood Theaters-College Station 14 in Downtown Springfield - 415 W. College St, Springfield MO 65806 - -
Admission: FREE for all ages!

These movie are free to the public and start at 10am with no previews or trailers. This list of movies is available on our website. For more infomation and to stay up to date on all the new movies check out our Facebook page at facebook.com/collegestation14

gohollywood.com
417-799-3457

Wednesday

20

Jun

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 20, 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

 

 

 

Wednesday Noon in Founders Park

Event Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 20, 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

Thursday

21

Jun

DiVentures Aloha Summer Kickoff

Event Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Thursday, June 21, 2012
Location: DiVentures Scuba and Swim Center - 5225 S. Campbell - Intersection of Campbell and Plainview
Admission: FREE!

Join us for hotdogs and hamburgers on the patio to kick off the summer season. Mingle with our staff and talk scuba or sit in on one of our local diving seminars!

www.diventures.net
417-883-5151

Friday

22

Jun

Sounds on the Square

Event Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 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

Monday

25

Jun

Free Family Movie Monday

Event Time: 10:00am
Dates: Monday, June 25, 2012 - Monday, June 25, 2012
Location: Hollywood Theaters-College Station 14 in Downtown Springfield - 415 W. College St, Springfield MO 65806 - -
Admission: FREE for all ages!

These movie are free to the public and start at 10am with no previews or trailers. This list of movies is available on our website. For more infomation and to stay up to date on all the new movies check out our Facebook page at facebook.com/collegestation14

gohollywood.com
417-799-3457

Wednesday

27

Jun

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 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

 

 

 

Wednesday Noon in Founders Park

Event Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 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

Thursday

28

Jun

Community Field Trip- RACE:Are We So Different? at Discovery Center

Event Time: 5:30pm - 8pm
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: Discovery Center of Springfield
Admission: Free

Community Field Trips for RACE: Are We So Different? are being offered to bring families and community resources together for an exciting experience focused on the scientific, historical and contemporary experience of race and racism in the United States. Families and individuals from throughout the area can be part of this important community conversation at no cost through the generous contributions of many local sponsors. In addition to experiencing and exploring this nationally acclaimed exhibit, participants will be treated to light refreshments and be automatically entered to win a number of exciting door prizes. Participants will be requested to complete an anonymous pre and post tour survey. After completing the post tour survey, participants will be treated to complimentary snacks.Community Field Trips provide access to the RACE exhibit areas only. The remainder of Discovery Center will not be open. No Reservation required.

http://blogs.missouristate.edu/diversity/2012/06/13/community-field-trip-to-race-are-we-so-different
417-836-3736

Friday

29

Jun

"Animals Wild About Art"

Event Time: 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Thursday, August 30, 2012
Location: Maschino's - 1715 S. Campbell Avenue - Springfield, MO -
Admission: FREE

The "Animals Wild About Art" painting project is an enrichment program for Dickerson Park Zoo's animals. While some paintings are paw prints and brush work, other paintings are skin prints done by zookeepers. A "People's Choice" award will also be given to the painting receiving the most votes during the exhibition. - -

http://www.parkboard.org
417 833-1570

 

 

 

Have-A-Blast!

Event Time: 6:00 pm - 10:10 pm
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: J.R. Martin Park - 300 E. Hines Republic, MO 65738

The City of Republic will host the 16th Annual ‘Have-A-Blast’ patriotic celebration on Friday, June 29, 2012 at J.R. Martin Park. 'Have-A-Blast' begins at approximately 6:00 p.m. and is a fun filled evening of great music, mouth-watering food, family entertainment and socializing culminating with a spectacular fireworks show at dusk.

http://www.republicmo.com/special-events/have-a-blast
4177323500

 

 

 

Sounds on the Square

Event Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 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

 

 

 

MEMBERS ONLY - LIVE IN CONCERT!

Event Time: 8pm
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: Branson Landing
Admission: Free

Members Only is the nation's premier 80's cover band, playing your favorite hair and pop classics from the decade that gave us the Rubik’s Cube, Atari, and feathered bangs! Members Only has been playing together since 2008 and they have a very high energy show. This group has been performing all of the songs you know and love, guaranteed to have you dancing and singing along with them and wanting more!

http://bransonlanding.com/

Monday

02

Jul

Free Family Movie Monday

Event Time: 10:00am
Dates: Monday, July 02, 2012 - Monday, July 02, 2012
Location: Hollywood Theaters-College Station 14 in Downtown Springfield - 415 W. College St, Springfield MO 65806 - -
Admission: FREE for all ages!

These movie are free to the public and start at 10am with no previews or trailers. This list of movies is available on our website. For more infomation and to stay up to date on all the new movies check out our Facebook page at facebook.com/collegestation14

gohollywood.com
417-799-3457

Tuesday

03

Jul

38th Annual Coca-Cola Collectors Club Convention

Event Time: 7am-12am
Dates: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - Sunday, July 08, 2012
Location: University Plaza Hotel
Admission: Free

Join members of The Coca-Cola Collectors Club for their 38th annual convention. During this week members will participate in many fun filled activities, such as: the regular and silent auction, the trading center, seminars, room hopping, and on Saturday, July 7 the public is welcomed to shop at one of the clubs largest Coca-Cola Memorabila Show and Sales. It is open to the public from 10:00am - 2:00 pm. Here's your chance to purchase vintage Coca-Cola clocks, cardboards, porcelain signs or price guides about collecting - Coca-Cola memorabilia.

www.cocacolaclub.org
214-929-0555

 

 

 

5TH Annual Liberty Light Up Concert & Fireworks

Event Time: 8pm
Dates: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - Tuesday, July 03, 2012
Location: Town Square by the Fountains
Admission: Free to the public

Join us for Branson Landing's 5th Annual Liberty Light Up – and celebrate Independence Day - In a BIG Way - a Day Early! Don’t miss our special TUESDAY, July 3rd Concert at 8:00 pm in front of the Branson Landing fountains featuring the band, CHAIN REACTION - A TRIBUTE TO JOURNEY, from Nashville, TN. Following the concert, Branson Landing’s 5th Annual Liberty Light Up – will light up the skies over Lake Taneycomo with an amazing choreographed Fireworks Display Show produced by Gateway Fireworks Displays. This celebration promises to be unforgettable with a choreographed opening highlighting a spectacular celebration of America’s Independence - closing with a Gateway Fireworks Signature Grand Finale that will leave you in awe.

Wednesday

04

Jul

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - Wednesday, July 04, 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

 

 

 

July 4th Family Picnic

Event Time: 5pm-8pm
Dates: Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Location: King's Chapel Assembly of God Church - 2434 E. Cherry Street - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: Free

A family-friendly atmosphere to celebrate the nation's birthday! We will provide food and games. Please bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets or towels for your family,as well as dressing appropriately for the weather as it will be outside. Please, no pets, smoking or alcohol.

Friday

06

Jul

Sounds on the Square

Event Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, July 06, 2012 - Friday, July 06, 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

 

 

 

Love on the Square, an Art Walk exhibit

Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, July 06, 2012 - Friday, July 06, 2012
Location: Downtown Square - Springfield, MO
Admission: FREE

Historic photographs of the square and a variety of local images by photojournalist Betty Love. Love was able to seize the opportunity to join a male-dominated field and use her talents because so many newspaper personnel were either fighting in Europe or the Pacific during WW II, or covering the fighting as journalists.

http://www.springfieldhistorymuseum.org
417 864-1976

Saturday

07

Jul

Branson At The Bridge - '100th Fest & Street Dance'

Event Time: 5:00 PM - Midnight
Dates: Saturday, July 07, 2012 - Saturday, July 07, 2012
Location: This event will take place on the lower Taneycomo Bridge and in the south parking lot of the Branson Landing.

As Branson’s final 100th Birthday Party Celebration, this family fun festival is guaranteed to have something for everyone! From a Blessing of the Fleet Boat Parade for our local fishermen and pleasure craft, a juried art show, interactive fun for the kids, main stage musical entertainment, street dances and mouth-watering varieties of food AND…a spectacular fireworks show over Lake Taneycomo AND MORE... this is one Birthday Party Celebration not soon to be forgotten! - - For more information, visit Branson100.org today. Happy 100th Birthday Branson!! This event will take place on the lower Taneycomo Bridge and in the south parking lot of the Branson Landing. -

http://bransonlanding.com/

Monday

09

Jul

Free Family Movie Monday

Event Time: 10:00am
Dates: Monday, July 09, 2012 - Monday, July 09, 2012
Location: Hollywood Theaters-College Station 14 in Downtown Springfield - 415 W. College St, Springfield MO 65806 - -
Admission: FREE for all ages!

These movie are free to the public and start at 10am with no previews or trailers. This list of movies is available on our website. For more infomation and to stay up to date on all the new movies check out our Facebook page at facebook.com/collegestation14

gohollywood.com
417-799-3457

Wednesday

11

Jul

Wednesday Noon in Founders Park

Event Time: 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - Wednesday, July 11, 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

 

 

 

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - Wednesday, July 11, 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

Thursday

12

Jul

Community Field Trip- RACE:Are We So Different? at Discovery Center

Event Time: 5:30pm - 8pm
Dates: Thursday, July 12, 2012 - Thursday, July 12, 2012
Location: Discovery Center of Springfield
Admission: Free

Community Field Trips for RACE: Are We So Different? are being offered to bring families and community resources together for an exciting experience focused on the scientific, historical and contemporary experience of race and racism in the United States. Families and individuals from throughout the area can be part of this important community conversation at no cost through the generous contributions of many local sponsors. In addition to experiencing and exploring this nationally acclaimed exhibit, participants will be treated to light refreshments and be automatically entered to win a number of exciting door prizes. Participants will be requested to complete an anonymous pre and post tour survey. After completing the post tour survey, participants will be treated to complimentary snacks.Community Field Trips provide access to the RACE exhibit areas only. The remainder of Discovery Center will not be open. No Reservation required.

http://blogs.missouristate.edu/diversity/2012/06/13/community-field-trip-to-race-are-we-so-different
417-836-3736

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