Event Calendar

Sunday

15

Apr

Student Field Trips

Event Time: Daily 8 AM to dusk
Dates: Sunday, January 01, 2012 - Monday, December 31, 2012
Location: Fantastic Caverns
Admission: Child group (20 pax min to 60 pax max) $6.00 - Adult group (20 pax min to 60 pax max) $16.50

55-minute, all riding educational cave tour.

http://www.fantasticcaverns.com
417 833-2010

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

Art and the Animal

Event Time: 1-4pm
Dates: Sunday, March 18, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: 511 N. Pike - Located North of the down town Bolivar square. By the Dunnegan Manson and located blocks away from the historical Dunnegan Park, by CMH
Admission: Free. Donations appreciated

Our final year of the exciting exhibit, Art and the Animal. Captures the beauty of animals threw a verity of mediums. Such as sculptures, oil, acrylic, and water color paintings. Featuring over 50 different artists.


417-326-3438

 

 

 

"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

 

 

 

Just Kick It Coed Kickball Tournament

Event Time: 8am- 4pm
Dates: Sunday, April 01, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: Strafford Sports Complex
Admission: $200 a team. Each team must consist of at least 10 players (minimum 3 female 7 male). Making the cost $20 per player. This includes a t-shirt for each player. Payment and registration is due by May 5th. If registration is received after t-shirts will not be guaranteed the day of the event.

This event is a coed kickball tournament benefiting the Arc of the Ozarks No Limits summer camp. This tournament will take place May 19th at Strafford Sports Complex. Check-in will start at 8am with games beginning at 9am. Please visit the Arc of the Ozarks website for more information!

http://www.thearcoftheozarks.org/
(417)864-7887

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Illinois State

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

 

 

 

Blue October

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: Gillioz Theatre - 325 Park Central East - Springfield, MO
Admission: $27.50 and $50

Since 1995, Blue October has been a refuge for its members and fans worldwide. Over the course of five albums, achieving platinum sales with singles like “Hate Me” and “Into The Ocean,” and non-stop touring has solidified the band’s presence in the music world. The jarringly frank “Hate Me,” is one of many reasons that this modern rock outfit Blue October evolved from an intensely beloved cult band to mainstream radio conquerors. - -

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

 

 

 

Drury Panthers Baseball

Event Time: 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: Meador Park - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Drury University vs William Jewell College

http://www.drurypanthers.com
417 873-7276

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

Drury Panthers Softball

Event Time: 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: Thompson Field - Meador Park - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Drury University vs Quincy University

http://www.drurypanthers.com
417 873-7276

 

 

 

Missouri State Womens Softball

Event Time: 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 15, 2012 - Sunday, April 15, 2012
Location: Killian Softball Field
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Southern Illinois

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

Monday

16

Apr

"Saturday Night Live" John Mulaney and Vanessa Bayer perform in Springfield

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, April 16, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts - 525 South John Q Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $10

Hosted by the Student Activities Council at Missouri State University, Mulaney and Bayer will perform their live stand-up acts. Mulaney has been a writer for "Saturday Night Live" since 2008. Additionally, Mulaney appeared in an hour long special on Comedy Central called "New in Town," "Conan," "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" and "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Bayer has been a featured cast member on "Saturday Night Live" since 2010. She is most known for her impressions of Miley Cyrus, Kourtney Kardashian and Hillary Clinton. -


417 836-6776

 

 

 

"A Story Told" Fashion Show

Event Time: 7pm - 10pm
Dates: Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, April 16, 2012
Location: The Gillioz - 325 Park Central E - Springfield, mo 65806
Admission: $15 - General Admission - $50 - VIP

Future professionals from The System, Paul Mitchell Partner School, will be featured in self-directed collections presented onstage in ten-minute segments. Each collection consists of 10-20 models reflecting creative inspiration and execution ranging from a futuristic antique revival to segment to Marie Antoinette inspired segment. You will see everything from heavily choreographed dance routines to high fashion runway walks.

thesystemonline.com
417-830-0181

 

 

 

Drury University Intergenerational Rock Band

Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, April 16, 2012
Location: Clara Thompson Hall - Drury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield, MO, 65802
Admission: FREE

Drury students partner with residents of a local assisted living center to form an intergenerational rock band, performing a variety of popular rock music.

http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7276

Tuesday

17

Apr

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 - Tuesday, April 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

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 - Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs St. Louis

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

 

 

 

The Oak Ridge Boys

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 - Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Location: The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $43.50 adult; $21.50 child

Theirs is one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a # 1 Pop Smash – Elvira. They have earned Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades.

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

Wednesday

18

Apr

Burgers & Cheers

Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Ebbets Field - Walnut Street
Admission: $25 per person

Featured live music, raffles, a silent auction, good food, fun and tours of the Child Advocacy Center.

http://www.thechildadvocacycenter.org
417-831-2327

 

 

 

Missouri State Womens Softball

Event Time: 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Killian Softball Field
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs WIchita State

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

 

 

 

How relationships, the mind, and the brain interact to shape the development of children, families and communities

Event Time: 5-6:30 pm
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Carrington Auditorium, Missouri State University, 901 S. National, Springfield, MO 65897
Admission: Free

Dr. Dan Siegel will give a public affairs lecture at Missouri State University live via Skype about his work in interpersonal neurobiology and answer audience questions. A local audience discussion follows. Dr. Siegel will explore how communication patterns between children and caregivers shape the unfolding of the synaptic connections in the brain. He will give suggestions from this for ways that adults can help children thrive. He will explore how mind, brain, and relationships interact to shape how we become who we are across the lifespan. Dr. Siegel’s unique ability to make complicated scientific concepts easy to understand and exciting has led him to be invited to address diverse local, national and international groups of mental health professionals, neuroscientists, corporate leaders, educators, parents, public administrators, healthcare providers, policy-makers, and clergy, including the King of Thailand, Pope John Paul II, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Google University, and TEDx. Admission is free and free parking is available.

http://publicaffairs.missouristate.edu/conference/sessioninformation.aspx?sessionid=339
417-836-8918

 

 

 

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 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

 

 

 

The Oak Ridge Boys

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $43.50 adult; $21.50 child

Theirs is one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a # 1 Pop Smash – Elvira. They have earned Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades.

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

 

 

 

Drury University Wind Symphony and Wind Chamber Ensembles Concert

Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Clara Thompson Hall - Drury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: Free

The Drury University Wind Symphony will present its fall concert. The Symphony will also be joined by the Drury University Woodwind Quintet and the Drury University Brass Ensemble.


417 873-7276

 

 

 

JJ Grey & Mofro with special guests Speakeasy -

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Gillioz Theatre - 325 Park Central East - Springfield, Missouri 65806 -
Admission: $20

Singing with a passion and fervor directly influenced by the classic soul heroes, JJ Grey has written and recorded five albums of original songs steeped in the rhythm & blues, rock, and country soul of his native backwoods home outside Jacksonville, Florida.

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

 

 

 

Drury Panthers Softball

Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Location: Thompson Field - Meador Park - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Drury University vs Missouri University of Science & Technology

http://www.drurypanthers.com
417 873-7276

 

 

 

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Wednesday, April 18, 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

19

Apr

Science Cafe

Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 19, 2012
Location: Farmer's Gastropub - 431 S Jefferson Ave, Suite 160 - Springfield, MO
Admission: Full Menu available for purchase

- Join us for a presentation by James Lamb of Brewer Science. James is Corporate Technology Strategist and Director of the Printed Electronics Technology Center, at Brewer Science, where he has worked for 28 years. James currently provides strategy and direction for the new technologies generated by Brewer Science. He & his team are engaged in the commercialization of technology for printed electronics. Seating is limited.

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

 

 

 

Baldknobbers Jamboree Area Appreciation Shows!

Event Time: 8:00pm
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Baldknobbers Theatre - 2835 West Hwy 76 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: FREE with a requested donation of a canned food item to assist in storm recovery for the Branson community. Eligible counties in MO: Stone, Taney, Christian, Greene, Webster, Douglas and Ozark. Eligible counties in AR: Benton, Carroll Boone and Marion.

Branson's First Show, The Baldknobbers, invite our community to experience the show that started the Branson phenomenon! We appreciate the folks in our Ozark Mountain Country and would love to entertain you for an evening! No reservations will be accepted. Must pick up tickets after 1pm day of show. Ya'll come!

www.Baldknobbers.com
417-334-4528

 

 

 

Poetry Slam!

Event Time: 7pm Doors
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 19, 2012
Location: Nathan P. Murphy's - 218 S. Campbell - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: $5

A poetry slam is the competitive art of performance poetry. It puts a dual emphasis on writing and performance, encouraging poets to focus on what they're saying and how they're saying it. A poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their work and are judged by members of the audience. Audience participation is encouraged! - So come JUDGE, WATCH or COMPETE! - - *Special Musical Guest Grandma Strange! - - Attention Poets: - Poet sign up starts at 7pm. - Must pay cover to compete. - Visit www.mopoetry.com for rules and details on competing. -

www.mopoetry.com
(417) 863-1909

 

 

 

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 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

 

 

 

Enron

Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details

One of the most infamous scandals in financial history is transformed into a theatrical epic event. Mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy, the play follows a group of flawed men and women in a narrative of greed and loss that explores the tumultuous 1990s and casts new light on the financial turmoil in which the world now finds itself. Inspired by real-life events and using music, movement, projections, pop culture and pure theatricality, Enron captures the economic free-for-all that precipitated the collapse of the energy giant in the wake of the greatest white-collar crime in American history. "There is superb clarity in Prebble's story-telling as well as high drama...that brings the mysterious world of high finance to vivid, comprehensible life." - The Daily Telegraph. A Springfield area premiere. This production contains adult language and situations. -

 

 

 

The Oak Ridge Boys

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 19, 2012
Location: The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $43.50 adult; $21.50 child

Theirs is one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a # 1 Pop Smash – Elvira. They have earned Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades.

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

 

 

 

Into The Woods

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

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

Ralphie May "Too Big to Ignore" -

Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, April 19, 2012 - Thursday, April 19, 2012
Location: Gillioz Theatre - 325 Park Central East - Springfield, Missouri 65806 -
Admission: $32.50

As lovable as he is outrageous, Ralphie May is one of the most popular comedians in the country. Since his debut on season one of "Last Comic Standing," audiences can't get enough of the larger than life comedian. Now, Ralphie proves he's TOO BIG TO IGNORE with his record breaking 4th Comedy Central Special and North American tour.

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

Friday

20

Apr

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Friday, April 20, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

Sawyer Brown

Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Friday, April 20, 2012
Location: The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616 -
Admission: $45

Taking their name from the Nashville street where they once rehearsed, Sawyer Brown made their national TV debut on the show Star Search in 1984. After winning $100,000, the band landed a record deal with Curb Records and charted its first single, "Leona," the same year. Following up with pulsating party songs "Step That Step" and "Betty's Bein' Bad," Sawyer Brown won the Country Music Association's Horizon Award in 1985.

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

 

 

 

Branson Elvis Festival

Event Time: 9am-9pm
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater - 1600 W. Hwy. 76 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: Tickets for the contest are $25.00 plus tax for regular seating and $29.00 plus tax for preferred and VIP balcony seating. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Legends In Concert box office at 1-800-374-SHOW (7469). Festival activities include Elvis Meet and Greet Dinner, Elvis Karaoke, Elvis Festival Vendor Village and more.

The Branson Elvis Festival is a 3 day event located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, home of Legends in Concert, on the world famous 76 strip in Branson, MO. The highlight of the festival, the Ultimate Elvis® Tribute Artist Contest, will take place on the Legends in Concert stage on Saturday, April 21st at 7:00pm. Visit our www.bransonelvisfestival.com for contest information, tickets and additional festival activities. - - -

www.bransonelvisfestival.com
417-339-3003

 

 

 

The Tower Club & Mothers Brewing Company Pairing

Event Time: 6pm-8pm
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Friday, April 20, 2012
Location: 21st & 22nd Floor - Hammons Tower - The Tower Club - 901 E. St. Louis St. - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $20 per person (plus gratuity & tax) - Price includes fine craft beer, hors d' oeuvres, live entertainment, and 3-month trial membership to The Tower Club. Reservations required. Call 417-866-4466.

The Tower Club and Mothers Brewing Company is pairing fine craft beer with great cuisine on Friday, April 20 from 6pm-8pm. Check out the line up.. - Soy and ginger marinated beef satay with peanut butter Thai chili sauce. Paired with Three Blind Mice. - Steamed oysters topped with bacon, peppers, tomato sweet sauce and mozzarella cheese. Paired with Sandy. - Smoked andouille sausage wrapped in puff pastry. Paired with Lil' Helper. - Artichoke and dip with Parmesan grilled pita bread. Paired with Uber Pils. - Baby back ribs with Cajun mustard BBQ sauce. Paired with Imperial Three Blind Mice. - Homemade chicken salad with green grapes and pecans in a sweet paste tart shell. Paired with Towhead. - Tiramasu bites and chocolate caramel cheesecake bites. Paired with Winter Grind. - Along with fine craft beer and hors d' oeurves, Kristi Merideth will provide live entertainment. Guests will also receive a free 3-month trial membership to The Tower Club. Reservations required. Call 417-866-4466. Cheers!

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

 

 

 

Rock'n Ribs BBQ Festival

Event Time:
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Community Blood Center parking lot at Campbell Avenue and Plainview Road

Celebrate at the Rotary Clubs’ 13th Annual Rock’n Ribs BBQ Festival featuring BBQ cooking teams from around the nation. Enjoy live entertainment, children’s activities and much more.

www.rocknribs.com

 

 

 

Rock'n Ribs BBQ Festival

Event Time: Fri. 5-11pm (ages 21+) Sat. 10am-11pm (all ages)
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Community Blood Center of the Ozarks - 220 W. Plainview - Springfield, MO 65810
Admission: $7 in advance, $10 at the gate - Children 12 and under free

The Springfield Rotary Rock'n Ribs BBQ Festival is the best barbecue event in town! If you love a great party that raises TONS of money for charity, then this event is for you! Did we mention we have a little BBQ too? - - Event highlights include: live music, BBQ sampling, motorcycle show, free children's area with inflatables, pay-per-ride entertainment activities, pie and doughnut eating contests, Porky's Cantina and over 60 barbeque teams competing for thousands in prizes! - - All monies raised stay local and are divided between: Boys & Girls Town of Missouri, Ronald McDonald House Charities-Mobile Dental Unit, Ozark Trails Council - Boy Scouts of America, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the Good Samaritan Boys Ranch, Harmony House and Ozarks Regional YMCA. -

www.rocknribs.com
4178407463

 

 

 

Branson Elvis Festival

Event Time: 9am-9pm
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater - 1600 W. Hwy. 76 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: Tickets for the contest are $25.00 plus tax for regular seating and $29.00 plus tax for preferred and VIP balcony seating. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Legends In Concert box office at 1-800-374-SHOW (7469).

The Branson Elvis Festival is a 3 day event located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, home of Legends in Concert, on the world famous 76 strip in Branson, MO. The highlight of the festival, the Ultimate Elvis® Tribute Artist Contest™, will take place on the Legends in Concert stage on Saturday, April 21st at 7:00pm. Festival activities include Elvis Meet and Greet Dinner, Elvis Karaoke, Elvis Festival Vendor Village and more. Visit our www.bransonelvisfestival.com for contest information, tickets and additional festival activities.

www.bransonelvisfestival.com
417 339-3003

 

 

 

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Friday, April 20, 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

Saturday

21

Apr

Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center

Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 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

 

 

 

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 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

 

 

 

Earth Day

Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: FREE

In collaboration with Choose Environmental Excellence, celebrate the 42nd Annual Earth Day Celebration. A variety of environmental exhibits and activities will be available during the day plus the exhibits of Discovery Center. Discovery Center is a LEED Gold Certified building. Plan to take time and do the Environmental Pathways Scavenger hunt of the Discovery Center LEED Gold Certified building.

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

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

The Junior League Charity Ball

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Hickory Hills Country Club -
Admission: $150 per person

Come in your best Vegas attire for a night of Vintage Vegas-themed entertainment with cocktails, dinner, Vegas-style games, music by Dr. Zhivegas, a silent auction and a raffle for jewelry from Maxon's Jewelers.

http://www.jlspringfield.org
417-987-6085

 

 

 

RAMP Camp

Event Time: 8am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Southwest Center for Independent Living
Admission: Free.

Build wheelchair ramps and help people with disabilities! - The Southwest Center for Independent Living offers a program called Renovations and Modifications Projects (RAMPS). The program assists low income people with disabilities to complete home modifications to their homes so they can live safer and more independently. Today, RAMPS has nearly 100 people waiting for a wooden wheelchair ramp and whether you know how or want to learn, SCIL needs you to help them to continue to live independently. For more information, please visit our website.

http://www.swcil.org/pages/view/ramp_camp
4178868811

 

 

 

3rd Annual Queen City Beard & Moustache Competition

Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Patton Alley Pub
Admission: Spectators will pay $5 at the door and save $1 per non-perishable food item donation.

All proceeds will go to the Ozarks Food Harvest Backpack Program. Live music will follow the competition.

http://www.queencitybeards.com
417-343-5593

 

 

 

C-Street Market

Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 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

 

 

 

Ricky Nelson Remembered

Event Time: 8pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $27 - $50

RICKY NELSON REMEMBERED celebrates the life of America's original "Teel Idol", and features the live music of the singer's biggest hits, performed by Ricky's own identical twin sons Matthew and Gunnar.

www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678

 

 

 

Fee Free Days at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Wilson's Creek National Battlefield - Intersection of ZZ Highway and Farm Road 182 -
Admission: FREE


417 732-6596, ext. 224

 

 

 

FARM to FEAST Feature Chef

Event Time: 9:30am - 1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Battlefield Mall (SE corner of parking lot) - S. Glenstone @ E. Battlefield Rd. - 65804 -
Admission: Free.

The Greater Springfield Farmers' Market, Battlefield Mall, April 21st offers you more great family fun with their April Farm to Feast Feature Chef cooking demonstration. Zio's Italian Kitchen's, Steven Rayl, is the featured chef for April. Chef Steven won 1st Place in the 2011 Harvest Soup Cook-Off fundraiser sponsored by Harvest On Wheels at the Greater Springfield Farmers' Market last Fall. - - Chef Steven will be selecting his fresh foods for his dish, Lemon Chicken Primavera, at the Market around 9:30 and start with his cooking demonstrations at 10:00. He will be preparing this dish several times from 10 till 1:00, showing a variety of ways to prepare the same dish, including a vegetarian version. Chef Steven enjoys a lot of back and forth conversation with people while he is cooking and will be happy to answer all of your cooking questions. He will be sharing his recipe with all at the market, or it can be picked up at Zio’s Italian Kitchen located at 1249 E. Kingsley. -

http://www.springfieldfarmersmarket.com/
417-708-1909

 

 

 

Reiki I & II Class

Event Time: 3pm-8pm (both days)
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Classes will be held in the massage space at the back of Essential Yoga. Due to frequent yoga classes in the main area of the building, we will use the rear entrance. As multiple therapists and healers use this space, please call before coming by. - - Essential Yoga - 201 W. Sunshine, Suite B - Springfield MO, 65807
Admission: $350 (incl. $150 non-refundable deposit) per student

Reiki is a Japanese system for stress-reduction which also promotes healing. In this class you will learn how to treat yourself and others, including the traditional Japanese Reiki techniques and you'll learn the three Reiki II symbols. You will also get attuned to the subtle energy that makes this type of healing possible. Class manual is included in course fee.

www.LotusBlossomReiki.com
850-217-8778

 

 

 

Springfield Wolfpack

Event Time: 7:05 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Meidacom Ice Park - 635 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details

Springfield Wolfpack vs. Council Bluffs Express

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

 

 

 

Willard Indoor/Outdoor Garage Sale

Event Time: 7am-2pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Willard Middle School - 205 Miller Road, - Willard, MO 65781
Admission: Booth rental is $20 for an indoor booth and $15 for an outdoor booth. No admission to attend/shop at event.

The Willard Indoor/Outdoor Garage Sale will be renting booth space for people to come and sale items. All proceeds go to Willard Care to Learn. If interested in renting a booth please contact us and register before April 6. Or just come out and shop on the 21!


417-862-6308

 

 

 

34th Annual OMRA Model Train Show & Swap Meet

Event Time: 9am - 3 pm
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Forest Arnold Activity Center on the Central Bible College campus, 3000 N. Grant Ave., Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: $6 adults, children under 12 are free with paying adult. Swap tables are $20 each.

Lots of model trains for sale. HO, N, O, Lionel, G-scale. Railroad memorabilia. Many operating railroads of different scales. Food and fantastic door prizes. Tour the OMRA layout and 3 more great railroads in Springfield.

www.omraspringfield.org
417-883-5350

Sunday

22

Apr

Enron

Event Time: 2pm
Dates: Sunday, April 22, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details

One of the most infamous scandals in financial history is transformed into a theatrical epic event. Mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy, the play follows a group of flawed men and women in a narrative of greed and loss that explores the tumultuous 1990s and casts new light on the financial turmoil in which the world now finds itself. Inspired by real-life events and using music, movement, projections, pop culture and pure theatricality, Enron captures the economic free-for-all that precipitated the collapse of the energy giant in the wake of the greatest white-collar crime in American history. "There is superb clarity in Prebble's story-telling as well as high drama...that brings the mysterious world of high finance to vivid, comprehensible life." - The Daily Telegraph. A Springfield area premiere. This production contains adult language and situations. -

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Sunday, April 22, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

Tuesday

24

Apr

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Tuesday, April 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

 

 

 

Casting Crowns

Event Time: 7pm
Dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Location: JQH Arena - 685 South John Q Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO 65897
Admission: Ticket Prices: $45.00, $35.00, $25.00, and $15.00 plus handling fees. - Tickets available at the Chevy Tickets Pick-up Window at JQH Arena, charge by phone at 836-7678 or 1-888-476-7849 or online at www.missouristatetix.com

Multi-platinum selling, Grammy, AMA, and 2010 Dove Award-winning Artist of the Year CASTING CROWNS will bring their Come to the Well Tour to JQH Arena on Tuesday, April 24. Performing with Casting Crowns will be specail guests Matthew West and Royal Tailor along with Christian music newcomer Lindsay McCaul.

http://jqharena.missouristate.edu/ViewEvent.aspx?ID=81
1-888-476-7849

 

 

 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Friday, April 27, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road
Admission: Free

Children's books are 50 cents or less, adult and young adutl books and most audiovisual $1 or less, better books are $2 and up. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.

 

 

 

Drury University Jazz Ensemble II & Jazz Combo II Concert

Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Location: Clara Thompson Hall - Drury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: FREE

The Drury University Jazz Ensemble II and Jazz Combo II will present their fall concert, featuring a variety of jazz standards as well as newer jazz favorites

http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7276

Wednesday

25

Apr

Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute

Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - Wednesday, April 25, 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

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Missouri

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

 

 

 

Quizical at the Q

Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - Wednesday, April 25, 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

 

 

 

Enron

Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - Friday, April 27, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: Call for details

One of the most infamous scandals in financial history is transformed into a theatrical epic event. Mixing classical tragedy with savage comedy, the play follows a group of flawed men and women in a narrative of greed and loss that explores the tumultuous 1990s and casts new light on the financial turmoil in which the world now finds itself. Inspired by real-life events and using music, movement, projections, pop culture and pure theatricality, Enron captures the economic free-for-all that precipitated the collapse of the energy giant in the wake of the greatest white-collar crime in American history. "There is superb clarity in Prebble's story-telling as well as high drama...that brings the mysterious world of high finance to vivid, comprehensible life." - The Daily Telegraph. A Springfield area premiere. This production contains adult language and situations. - -

Thursday

26

Apr

Drury University Jazz Ensemble I & Jazz Combo I Concert

Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - Thursday, April 26, 2012
Location: Clara Thompson Hall - Drury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield MO 65802
Admission: FREE

The Drury University Jazz Ensemble I and Jazz Combo I will present their fall concert, featuring a variety of jazz standards as well as newer jazz favorites.

http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7276

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - Thursday, April 26, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

GARRISON KEILLOR – Stories from Lake Wobegon

Event Time: 7:30pm
Dates: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - Thursday, April 26, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $35-$65

Garrison Keillor paints pictures of his home town – complete with a host of memorable characters – in an unforgettable portrait of small town life that will tickle your fancy, and touch your heart.

http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?organ_val=3371&schedule=list
417.836.7678

Friday

27

Apr

Mission Trip Fundraiser Garage Sale

Event Time: 8am
Dates: Friday, April 27, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: East Sunshine Church of Christ - 3721 E Sunshine - Springfield MO - (across from Sam's Club)
Admission: Free

Huge indoor garage sale in church gym. Lots and lots of great donations. Household, sports, crafts, kitchen, toys, books, CD's and DVD's, linens, purses, jewelry, collectibles, home decor, furniture, floral, office supplies and much, much more.


417-860-1777

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Friday, April 27, 2012 - Friday, April 27, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

Shrek the Musical

Event Time: 8pm Apr 27, 2pm and 8pm Apr 28
Dates: Friday, April 27, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $15 - $50

SHREK THE MUSICAL tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who, joined by a wisecracking donkey, goes on a life changing adventure. The show is part romance, part twisted fairy tale – and all irreverent fun for everyone!

www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: Friday, April 27, 2012 - Friday, April 27, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Southern Illinois

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

Saturday

28

Apr

Friends of the Library Book Sale

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

Children's books are 50 cents or less, adult and young adutl books and most audiovisual $1 or less, better books are $2 and up. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Southern Illinois

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

 

 

 

C-Street Market Kickoff Celebration

Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Commercial Street Historic District
Admission: Free

“The Sweetest Little Market in Town” offers up fresh goods and handcrafted item and features local musicians from 10am to noon. At noon, C-Street Market vendors will be joined with live traditional music & dance, streetwide sidewalk sale, fun kids activities in the district's first annual Rhythm & Boom celebration of the coming of the railroad to Springfield on nearby tracks.

www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 839-0119

 

 

 

C-Street Market

Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 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

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Southern Illiinois

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

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

14th Annual Gourd Festival

Event Time: Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Springfield, MO
Admission: $5 for weekend pass. Free parking.

We're shaking it up for 2012...join us for a weekend of gourd art appreciation, fun for the kids, food and a great time!

www.showmegourdsociety.com

 

 

 

Missouri State Womens Softball

Event Time: 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Killian Softball Field
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Indiana State

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

 

 

 

Shrek the Musical

Event Time: 8pm Apr 27, 2pm and 8pm Apr 28
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $15 - $50

SHREK THE MUSICAL tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who, joined by a wisecracking donkey, goes on a life changing adventure. The show is part romance, part twisted fairy tale – and all irreverent fun for everyone!

www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678

 

 

 

Drug Take Back

Event Time: 10am-2pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Dan's Discount Drug Mart - 2625 N. Kansas Expy. - (Kansas & Kearney / I-44) - - Evangel University - North Parking Lot - (enter from Glenstone) - - George’s Pharmacy - 3650 E.. Sunshine - (Sunshine & Hwy 65) - - Medicine Store - 1302 E.. Sunshine - (Sunshine & National) - - South Oaks Pharmacy - 3305 S. Campbell Ave. - (Campbell & Walnut Lawn.) - - Walgreens - 2681 W. Republic Rd. - (Republic & Scenic)
Admission: Free

Turn in your unused or expired over-the-counter and prescription medication for safe disposal. Free and anonymous. We will not accept injectibles or syringes.

www.commpartnership.org
417-888-2020

 

 

 

DNA & NANO DAY

Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details

Spend the day investigating how scientist learn about things that too tiny to see with even the most powerful microscope! Explore a variety of activity stations designed to help learners of all ages understand DNA and Nano science a little better.

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

 

 

 

Kelly McGuire to perform at the Grand Opening of DiVentures

Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: DiVentures - 5225 S. Campbell Avenue - Springfield, MO 65810
Admission: call for details

Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer, and national recording artist Kelly McGuire long time resident of Springfield/Joplin will be returning to the area to perform with his band.

http://www.redfishisland.com
713-857-1346

 

 

 

Cupcakes and Cocktails

Event Time: 4-6 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Parlor 88 East
Admission: $15 per ticket; tickets must be purchased in advance

Help make "Happy Birthdays" come true and enjoy dessert and a signature cocktail with Wish I May! Wish I May has partnered with Parlor 88 East for Cupcakes and Cocktails to raise funds to create "Happy Birthdays" for underprivileged children across the Springfield area. With your $15 ticket you will receive one signature cocktail, specially created for Wish I May by Parlor 88 featuring birthday cake vodka, and cupcake tastings from Springfield stores including Stacey's Sweet Shop, Sweet Spot Cakery and Gigi's Cupcakes. Raffle tickets for two birthday-themed gift baskets will also be available for purchase at the event. To purchase a ticket, please visit www.wishimay.org or call 417-844-6195.

www.wishimay.org
417-844-6195

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Southern Illinois -

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

 

 

 

Get Prepared EXPO

Event Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex - 3001 N. Grant (I44 exit 77) - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: $10.00 at the door, $8.00 coupon on the website.

Get Prepared EXPO, the largest and most comprehensive preparedness EXPO in the USA. - - With national talk show hosts: Vincent Finelli, Beth Ann, John Moore, Bill Federer and more. - - Teleseminars with James Wesley Rawles, Bob Chapman, and Julia Schopick. - - The Get Prepared EXPO is an educational experience centered on teaching survival for the whole family. Tornadoes, earthquakes, ice storms, and floods all cause disruptions in our daily lives. Even man made events can cause disruptions. We want you and your family to be safe. Attending the USAPrepares.com Get Prepared EXPO is the first step in preparing for natural and man made disasters. - - 100 Exhibitors and 50 seminars including: high yield gardening, wind and solar power, food storage, water filters, freeze dry food, preparedness equipment, radiation detection equipment, crisis medicine and natural healing, personal and home defense, guns and ammo. - - Please bring your family - Please tell your friends - Children under 12 free

www.GetPreparedEXPO.com
816-600-1485

 

 

 

First Annual Rhythm on the Rails

Event Time: Noon to 11pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Commercial Street Historic District
Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate

Traditional music, dance and festivities celebrate the coming of the Railroad to Springfield at Historic Commercial Street in 1870. An opening-day celebration for the seasonal C-Street Market and a districtwide open house will feature the artisans, eateries and friendly merchants that make Historic C-Street a favorite destination both for locals and guests to our area.

http://www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 864-7015

 

 

 

Master Gardeners of Greene County Plant Sale

Event Time: 7:30 a.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Botanical Center - Nathanael Greene|Close Memorial Parks - 2400 S. Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807 -
Admission: call for details

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

Sunday

29

Apr

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Event Time: Tue-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Remington's, 1655 W. Republic Road
Admission: Free

Children's books are 50 cents or less, adult and young adutl books and most audiovisual $1 or less, better books are $2 and up. Proceeds benefit the Springfield-Greene County Library District.

 

 

 

Ozark Festival Orchestra Young Artists Concert

Event Time: 3-4:30 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Monett City Hall Auditorium, Fifth and Bond, Monett
Admission: $5 for adults, children high school age and under free of charge

Classical music concert featuring J.C. Bach's Sinfonia in D, and a suite for strings from "Abdelazar" by Purcell; plus finale to Haydn's Piano Concerto #2 with soloist Harry Kime, 12, of Rogersville, and opening movement to Piano Concerto #13 by Mozart with soloist Emily Campbell, 16, of Mt. Vernon. Reception for soloists follows concert.


417-626-8194

 

 

 

Into The Woods

Event Time: varies
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Springfield Little Theatre - 311 E. Walnut Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

A childless baker and his wife swindle, steal from and lie to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack. All this to break a witch's spell responsible for their childlessness. Everyone's wish is granted, but in Act 2, our fairy tale characters begin to feel the repercussions of their fulfilled wishes, realizing that what you want is often more than you bargained for. Featuring Kim Crosby!

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

 

 

 

Missouri State Womens Softball

Event Time: 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Killian Softball Field
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Indiana State

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

 

 

 

Missouri State Baseball

Event Time: 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Hammons Field - 955 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details

Missouri State vs Southern Illinois

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

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Drury University Choral Ensembles Concert

Event Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dates: Monday, April 30, 2012 - Monday, April 30, 2012
Location: Stone Chapel D - rury University - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: FREE

The Drury University choral ensembles, including concert choir, chamber choir, show choir, and the Drury Singers will present their fall concert, featuring a wide variety of beautiful choral music.

http://www.drury.edu
417 873-7276

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