Saturday
09
Jun
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
"Molly" Brown Gallery Exhibit Now Open at Titanic Branson
Event Time: 9:00am-Close
Dates: Thursday, March 22, 2012 - Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Location: Titanic Museum Attraction - 3235 W 76 Country Blvd - Branson, MO 65616
New! Exclusive! "Molly" Brown Gallery Exhibit - Now Open at Titanic Branson! - - For the first time, an entire gallery will be dedicated to one of Titanic's most popular, colorful passengers: Margaret "the Unsinkable Molly" Tobin Brown. You'll see personal possessions, rare never-before-seen Molly Brown photographs, and priceless costumes Debbie Reynolds wore in the 1964 MGM hit movie musical, The Unsinkable Molly Brown. - - The Margaret Brown Exhibit is made possible through an exclusive arrangement with the Titanic legend's great granddaughter, Helen Benziger. - - - For more information, please contact us at 800-381-7670. -
http://www.titanicbranson.com
800-381-7670
Sight & Sound-Joseph
Event Time: Call or check website for details
Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Saturday, December 29, 2012
Location: Sight & Sound Theatres, 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson
Admission: Call for details
Soar with Joseph as his inspiring story unfolds in front, beside and even above you. With innovative dream sequences, lavish Egyptian staging, colorful characters, live animals and memorable songs, this energy packed show will leave you laughing, crying and uplifted with the life-changing message of forgiveness.
www.sight-sound.com
800-377-1277
WATERCOLOR NOW! 2012
Event Time: Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:00 – 5:00; Thurs 9:00 – 8:00; Sun 1:00 – 5:00
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Sunday, July 08, 2012
Location: Springfield Art Museum - 1111 East Brookside Drive - Springfield, Missouri 65807
This member’s invitational exhibition will showcase work by members of the Watercolor U.S.A. Honor Society (WHS). The exhibit will feature 67 works by 67 artists from across the country painting in aqueous media.
http://www.springfieldmo.gov/art
417 837-5700
RACE: Are We So Different?
Event Time:
Dates: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details
Looking through the eyes of history, science, and lived experience, RACE: Are We So Different? explores similarities and differences among people and reveals the reality – and unreality – of race. The story behind RACE: Are We So Different? is complex and may challenge how you think about race and human variation, about the differences among people and the similarities that unite us all.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Deathtrap
Event Time: call for show times
Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Springfield Contemporary Theatre at the Vandivort Center - 305 E. Walnut, 4th Floor - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details
Broadway's long running comedy-thriller by Ira Levin (Rosemary's Baby), directed by Joe Bowman. Sidney, an older, washed-up playwright, arranges to meet with younger writer Clifford at Sidney's rustic Connecticut home to discuss Clifford's first attempt at authoring a play. Sidney clearly covets the play, which casts doubt as to whether Clifford will leave the cabin alive. "Two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy."
http://www.springfieldcontemporarytheatre.org
417 831-8001
9 to 5: The Musical
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Missouri State University - 901 E. National - Springfield, MO
Admission: $10 - $22
Violet, Judy and Doralee are a trio of underpaid, underappreciated office workers who dream, of exacting revenge on their despotic and lecherous boss, Franklin Hart. Through a series of comic twists, their fantasies become reality!
http://www.tenttheatre.com
417 836-7678
18th Annual JuneBug Jamboree "Its All About The Journey"
Event Time: 5pm - 11pm
Dates: Friday, June 08, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: 2660 S. Scenic Avenue Springfield, Missouri
Admission: Free and open to the public.
A swarm of VW Beetles, buses and buggies will descend on the Ozarks as GROOVE (General Registry of Ozarks Volkswagen Enthusiasts) is sponsoring its 18th Annual JuneBug Jamboree. - - Over the years, the GROOVE June Bug Jamboree has become a staple of VW owners and enthusiasts. The Jamboree will be held on June 8-9, 2012 on the grounds of American Legion Post 639, 2660 S. Scenic Avenue in Springfield, Missouri. Registration starts at 5:00 PM on Friday, June 8. - - The theme of the upcoming event is “It's All About the Journey” and includes a Volkswagen car show, entertainment, vendors, stereo sound off contest, engine sound off contest, slow drags, nearest to pin, car corral and a 50/50 pot. Friday night (June 8) entertainment and camping for participants is available on site.
www.groovevws.com/jbj.html
417-844-6954
23rd Annual Bark in the Park
Event Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Nathanael Greene-Close Memorial Park - 2400 S. Scenic Avenue - Springfield. MO
Admission: Registration is $10 per dog
The event includes a guided dog walk, a talent show for dogs and their families, hands-on kids’ crafts and a commercial and non-profit canine vendor village. All proceeds from the event go to the Cruse Dog Park, Springfield’s first off-leash dog park.
http://www.parkboard.org
417 837-5710
Oinklawn Downs 28th Annual Pig Races for Charity
Event Time: 10am - 12am
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Hwy 76, Cape Fair, MO
Admission: $10 sponsor fee per pig, per race.
The Cape Fair Eagles Aerie 4278 presents the 28th Annual Oinklawn Downs Pig Races for Charity. The day's activities include great BBQ, craft and vendor booths, children's beauty pageant, children's games, raffles, performances by local talent and of course the Pig Races. All proceeds go to charity. There will be a street dance in the evening with music by DJ Jim and an on-site cash bar.
417-538-4733
Spring Fling Exhibit and Fine Art Sale
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Elfindale Clubhouse - 1707 W. Elfindale Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: Free
Studio 55 Fine Arts Guild Presents Its Spring Fling Exhibit and Fine Art Sale. Saturday, June 9 from 10am-5pm Sunday, June 10 from Noon-5pm. Parking is ample and admission is free.
4th Annual Pierce City Arts Festival
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Art lovers are invited to come to the 4th Annual Pierce City Arts Festival on Saturday, June 9th, 2012, from 9am-3pm. Come find and fulfill your passion for art. Admission is free all ages are welcome. Canopy tents will fly open on the streets of Walnut and Main. Local and professional talents of fine art including painting of all mediums, jewelry, pottery, woodturning crafts, glass creations and much more will be for sale, and some artists will demonstrate their art.
Cicil War Days at Hulston Mill
Event Time: Sat 9:00-5:00 Sun 9:00-3:30
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Sunday, June 10, 2012
Location: Located between Everton and Greenfield, North on EE to E. Dade 92, right .9 miles to park entrance.
Admission: Adults $5 Kids K-12 Free with paid adult.
Civil War reenactors stage battles, skermishes and skits throughout the day. Civil War fashion show. Hulston Mill, dating from the 1870's, is operational and corn will be ground throughout the weekend. Concessions available.
dadehist.org
417-637-0355
Grizzly Industrial's Annual Tool Tent Sale!
Event Time: 8am-2pm
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: 1815 W. Battlefield - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Free
Gigantic Tool Tent Sale offering hundreds of scratched, dented, as-is and one-of-a-king woodworking and metalworking machines, tools and accessories.
http://www.grizzly.com/
417-887-9191
Springfield Wolfpack
Event Time: 7:05 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Meidacom Ice Park - 635 E. Trafficway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details
Springfield Wolfpack vs. Colorado Lightening
http://www.springfieldwolfpack.com
417 831-0548
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
Spring Fling Exhibit and Fine Art Sale
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Sunday, June 10, 2012
Location: Elfindale Clubhouse - 1707 W. Elfindale Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: Free
Studio 55 Fine Arts Guild Presents Its Spring Fling Exhibit and Fine Art Sale. Saturday, June 9 from 10am-5pm Sunday, June 10 from Noon-5pm. Parking is ample and admission is free.
Cycle for Life
Event Time: 6:15
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: James River Assembly
Admission: $20 pre-registation; $25 day of registration
Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks is proud to present our 11th annual Cycle for Life on June 9 at James River Assembly. Join us for routes of 10 miles, 25 miles, and even 50 miles. To register go to http://www.active.com/cycling/ozark-mo/bcfo-cycle-for-life-2012
http://bcfo.org/NEWSEVENTS/EventCalendar/tabid/68/ModuleID/387/ItemID/159/mctl/EventDetails/Default.
417.862.3838
2012 Missouri State Cup
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Location: Lake Country Soccer - 2334 E. Pythian Drive Springfield, MO 65802
The 2012 Missouri State Cup will be held June 9th, 2012 - June 13th, 2012* at the Lake Country Soccer Complex in Springfield, MO. This year's event is a modified round-robin format and available to competitive teams in the U13 - U19 age groups.
Splash Into Watercolor!
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Admission: $55
Dive into the wet and wonderful medium of watercolor! Practice working from photo reference, gaining great insight to good composition. We'll also discuss ways to achieve vibrant color, luminosity and brilliance in your paintings! With plenty of one-on-one and discussion, this workshop is suitable for the serious beginner to the more advanced watercolor student.
Wine Cellar Concert
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Peaceful Bend Vineyard 1942 Highway T, Steelville, MO 65565
Admission: $35 each. Seating is limited
Brewer Science, Peaceful Bend Vineyard, and Arts Rolla are pleased to invite you to enjoy an evening of chamber music at the annual Wine Cellar Concert featuring violinist Burkhard Maiss, cellist Bogdan Jianu, and violist Hannah Strijbos of the Jacques Thibaud Trio. Saturday, June 9, 2012 , Light Snacks - 6:30 pm, Concert - 8:00 pm.
Peaceful Bend Vineyard: 573-775-3000, Kent Jewelr
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Sunday
10
Jun
The Frank's RedHot "Frank's to the People" Bus Tour
Event Time: 4:30pm - 10:30pm
Dates: Sunday, June 10, 2012 - Sunday, June 10, 2012
Location: Springfield Cardinals Ballpark/Hammons Field
The Frank's RedHot "Frank's to the People" National Bus Tour arrives in Springfield, MO. Check out this travelling interactive venue jam-packed with great ways to celebrate summer!
http://www.franksredhot.com/
973-744-0707
Monday
11
Jun
Free Family Movie Monday
Event Time: 10:00am
Dates: Monday, June 11, 2012 - Monday, June 11, 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
9 to 5: The Musical
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Monday, June 11, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Missouri State University - 901 E. National - Springfield, MO
Admission: $10 - $22
Violet, Judy and Doralee are a trio of underpaid, underappreciated office workers who dream, of exacting revenge on their despotic and lecherous boss, Franklin Hart. Through a series of comic twists, their fantasies become reality!
http://www.tenttheatre.com
417 836-7678
Tuesday
12
Jun
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
The Oak Ridge Boys
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - Tuesday, June 12, 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
13
Jun
The Oak Ridge Boys
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - Wednesday, June 13, 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
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Quizical at the Q
Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, 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. -
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
Thursday
14
Jun
Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something is Rotting in the State of Denmark
Event Time:
Dates: Thursday, June 14, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Central High School Auditorium
Admission: $10
Produced by Jeff Jenkins, "Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something is Rotting in the State of Denmark" heads back to Springfield for one weekend only as part of the 2012 Springfield Shakespeare Festival. A highly-charged, action-fueled remake of William Shakespeare's timeless classic that finally answers the question, "What would happen if Denmark was attacked by a zombie horde?"
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Thursday, June 14, 2012 - Thursday, June 14, 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
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
The Oak Ridge Boys
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, June 14, 2012 - Thursday, June 14, 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
Friday
15
Jun
ArtSync Gallery Monthly Reception
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Friday, June 15, 2012
Location: ArtSync Gallery - 880 San Marten Vineyard Square - Bolivar, MO
The ArtSync Gallery in Boliver hosts a new art show every month featuring a different theme, with an opening reception on the third Friday of every month from 6-9 PM. 22 local artists exhibit art work varying from drawing to painting, printmaking, sculpture, weaving, ceramics, wood work, metal embossing and jewelry. There is a featured artist every month. Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 10 AM - 6 PM
Josh Turner in concert
Event Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Friday, June 15, 2012
Location: Drury University's O'Reilly Family Event Center - 900 N. Benton Avenue - Springfield, MO
Admission: $25
Turner will headline a concert that also features Matt Stell and the Crashers, as well as The Mark Chapman Band. Turner, a native of Hannah, S.C., has sold more than 5 million albums and has had a number of number-one hits, including "Your Man," "Would You Go With Me," and "Why Don't We Just Dance."
http://www.drurytickets.com
417 873-6389
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
The Skinny Improv MainStage Show
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Friday, June 15, 2012
Location: The Skinny Improv
Admission: $10 general; $9 groups of 5 or more
Check out the award-winning MainStage show, including Best Belly Laugh and Best Comedy Show by 417 Magazine and Best Theatre Show by the Springfield News-Leader. Beat the heat summer ticket discount for June - $10 general / $9 groups of five or more.
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
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Friday, June 15, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
The Skinny Improv 10 Spot: Use Your Words
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 15, 2012 - Friday, June 15, 2012
Location: The Skinny Improv
Admission: Pay what you will
The Skinny Improv 10 Spot - late night comedy at its best. Use Your Words - bring a book, they make the funny. Pay what you will.
Saturday
16
Jun
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.
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
The Skinny Improv 10 Spot: Owens, Wilson & Associates
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: The Skinny Improv
Admission: Pay what you will
The Skinny Improv 10 Spot - late night comedy at its best. Owens, Wilson & Associates - three improvisors take one idea and take the audience on a roller coaster ride of funny.
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
Greater Ozarks Pridefest 2012
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Park Central Square
Admission: FREE
"Greater Ozarks Pridefest 2012" Saturday, June 16 Noon-9pm Park Central Square --- Come celebrate our local lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community at this year's Greater Ozarks Pridefest 2012, presented by the GLO Center! "From the Triangle to the Square!" Join us in making history as we host Greater Ozarks Pridefest--for the first time--on Park Central Square in Springfield! Pridefest is Saturday, June 16th from noon to 9pm, and is free admission for all! Enjoy the family-friendly festival with all of your friends! We have tons of exciting things planned for this year, including: booths, food, DJs, a parade, slam poetry, performances by local entertainers (including the Springfield Little Theatre's cast of "Rent"), a kids area, a special performance by nationally renowned spoken word poet Pandora Scooter, and a late night drag show! RSVP on Facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/events/232284526880922/ So mark your calendars to celebrate diversity in the Ozarks! ******************** [Spectrum, Missouri State University's student LGBT & Ally Alliance, is proud to partner with the GLO Center for this event. This event was funded in part by the Student Involvement Fee, and approved by the Student Organization Funding Allocation Council (SOFAC).]
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! -
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.
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.
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
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
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
Dixie Stampede cast to appear at Camping World, Strafford, MO
Event Time: 10am-3pm
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: Camping World, Strafford, MO
Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede is a unique dinner and show experience set in a giant 35,000-square-foot arena featuring 32 magnificent horses, a stampede of buffalo, thrilling horsemanship, romance, and audience participation, all showcased in a friendly rivalry between North and South and complemented by a fabulous four-course feast.
http://dixiestampede.com
1-800-520-5544
Sunday
17
Jun
Father's Day Brunch
Event Time:
Dates: Sunday, June 17, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012
Location: 600 W. Sunshine
Admission: Call for details
Join us for a day with Dad! Activities include a paintball tent, craft area, smoking/backyard grilling seminar, and the King's of Buck's Trailer!
www.whiteriverconferencecenter.com
417-891-5105
Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something is Rotting in the State of Denmark
Event Time:
Dates: Sunday, June 17, 2012 - Sunday, June 17, 2012
Location: The Skinny Improv
Admission: $10
Produced by Jeff Jenkins, "Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something is Rotting in the State of Denmark" heads back to Springfield for one weekend only as part of the 2012 Springfield Shakespeare Festival. A highly-charged, action-fueled remake of William Shakespeare's timeless classic that finally answers the question, "What would happen if Denmark was attacked by a zombie horde?"
Monday
18
Jun
Mini Marathon Swim Lessons (ages 6 months to 14 years)
Event Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Dates: Monday, June 18, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: Diventures Scuba and Swim center - Located off of Campbell and Plainview -
Admission: Call for pricing
Mini Marathon Swim Lessons. Children retain more with consecutive lessons, making daily swim lessons perfect for summer! Mini Marathon classes meet Monday-Thrusday from 9:00am-11:00am for a half-hour and last two weeks!
www.diventures.net
417-883-5151
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
Scuba Ranger (ages 7-12)
Event Time: Class meets 2-4pm
Dates: Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: Diventures is located at 5225 S. Campbell Ave. -
Admission: At the interseciton of Campbell and Plainview
Calling all adventure seekers!Kids will master fun aquatic challenges underwater while learning cool facts about the ocean and how to scuba divein this five day camp.Class meets from 2-4pm.
www.diventures.net
417-883-5151
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
Tuesday
19
Jun
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - Tuesday, June 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
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. -
Teen Writing Workshop
Event Time:
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center
Admission: Free
The Teen Writing Workshop, meeting every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm, allows teens to meet in a casual atmosphere and practice writing, reading their work aloud, and hearing positive critiques from their peers and the workshop facilitator. The workshop also invites guest authors and writers to speak about the writing process and publishing their work.
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
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 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
Thursday
21
Jun
The Odd Couple
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 2012
Location: Missouri State University - 901 S. National - Springfield, MO
Admission: $10 - $22
Male Version : June 21, 23, 25, 27, 29 - Female Version: June 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 - Neil Simon's sparkling wit shines throughout both versions of this classic comedy!
http://www.tenttheatre.com
417 836-7678
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Thursday, June 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
Poetry Slam!
Event Time: 7pm Doors
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Thursday, June 21, 2012
Location: Nathan P. Murphy's - 218 S. Campbell - Springfield, MO
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.
www.mopoetry.com
(417) 863-1909
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
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Thursday, June 21, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
22
Jun
The Skinny Improv MainStage Show
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: The Skinny Improv
Admission: $10 general; $9 groups of 5 or more
The Skinny Improv MainStage show, featuring Improv Sportz - two teams of improvisors compete against each other for your love and affection. "Beat the Heat" summer ticket discount for June - $10 general admission / $9 groups of five or more.
Father-Son Camp Out at Chick-Fil-A
Event Time: 8pm-8am
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: Chick-Fil-A - S. Glenstone Ave.
Admission: $10 per person
Bring your tents! Bring your sleeping bags/cots, blow up mattresses, etc. You will be camping out in our back parking lot! Bring your camping chairs, flashlights and anything else you need for camping out that night! 8pm is registration. There is a fee of $10 per person. This covers all listed below-- 8-10pm - Activities: Lowe's will be there assisting Dads & Sons in building something together, Bass Pro will be there to teach and let you practice your casting skills for fishing, DiVentures will be there showing Dads & Sons how to gear up for scuba diving as well as water safety, there will be a table set up for you to make your own trail mix too! At 10pm-midnight - The inflatables come! We will have jousting, Zero Gravity, and more. We will also have fire pits and provide marshmallows to roast! At Midnight we will have an IceDream Sundae party! Then, it's lights out! The next morning, we will provide you with breakfast! (Restrooms are available all night inside the store) Lots' of FUN memories..............
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
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
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Saturday
23
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Art Gone Wild!
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: Dickerson Park Zoo
Admission: Free with paid zoo admission
Art Gone Wild! at Dickerson Park Zoo features hands-on activities for kids 12 and younger. Five stations will be open, including zoo animal sidewalk chalk, designer dirt bags, and make your own fossils. Activities are free with paid zoo admission.
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
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Sunday
24
Jun
Auditions for Boeing-Boeing
Event Time:
Dates: Sunday, June 24, 2012 - Sunday, June 24, 2012
Location: SCT Rehearsal Studio
Auditions for Springfield Contemporary Theatre's production of Boeing-Boeing. Roles for two men and four women are available. Monologues are not required; those auditioning will be asked to read from the script.
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
Tuesday
26
Jun
Premier Baseball Incoming Freshman Championship
Event Time:
Dates: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - Sunday, July 01, 2012
Location: Multiple
Admission: $25 All Tournament Pass - $20 All Tournament Pass (Youth & Senior) - $6 daily admission - $4 daily admission (Youth & Senior)
The Premier Baseball Incoming Freshman Baseball Championship will feature over 30 teams competing from around the country.
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Wednesday
27
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 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
Wednesday noon concerts at Founders Park
Event Time:
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Location: Founders Park, Jefferson and Water, downtown Springfield
Admission: Free
Pack your lunch and enjoy free mini-concerts in downtown Springfield's Founders Park. Presented by the Urban Districts Alliance: www.itsalldowntown.com May 16th Lyal Strickland Singer/Songwriter May 23rd TBD May 30th The RetroGnomes Rick Band June 6th Springfield Little Theatre Y.E.S. Troupe Musical Theatre Variety June 13th Springfield Ballet Dance June 20th Supercharge Classic Rock Band June 27th Little Hoover Big Band Jazz July 4th - No performance - July 11th Sarah M. Smith Singer/Songwriter July 18th TBD July 25th Missouri State University String Fling String Chamber Music
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
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. -
Wednesday noon concerts at Founders Park
Event Time:
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Location: Founders Park, Jefferson and Water, downtown Springfield
Admission: Free
Pack your lunch and enjoy free mini-concerts in downtown Springfield's Founders Park. Presented by the Urban Districts Alliance: www.itsalldowntown.com May 16th Lyal Strickland Singer/Songwriter May 23rd TBD May 30th The RetroGnomes Rick Band June 6th Springfield Little Theatre Y.E.S. Troupe Musical Theatre Variety June 13th Springfield Ballet Dance June 20th Supercharge Classic Rock Band June 27th Little Hoover Big Band Jazz July 4th - No performance - July 11th Sarah M. Smith Singer/Songwriter July 18th TBD July 25th Missouri State University String Fling String Chamber Music
Thursday
28
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Japanese Softball Exchange
Event Time:
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Monday, July 02, 2012
Location: Busch Municipal Building, 840 Boonville Ave., Springfield
An all-star mens fast pitch softball team from Springfields sister city, Isesaki, Japan, visits Springfield June 27-July 2, playing several friendly games with local teams at Killian Sport Complex. Fourteen players, ranging in age from 24 to 62, will be in Springfield June 27 through July 2. Cindy Jobe, coordinator of the Springfield Sister Cities Association, said this will be the ninth softball team exchange between Isesaki and Springfield since former Springfield-Greene County Park Board Director Dan Kinney prompted the first exchange in 1993.
Innuendo, The Band debuts at Three 20's Club
Event Time: 8:30 pm - 12:00 am
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: Three 20's Club - 3005 S. Kansas Expy - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: $3.00 - Ladies - $5.00 - Men
Ladies Night at Three 20's Club brings the debut performance of Innuendo, The Band. Live music, spacious dance floor, your favorite libations all make for a wonderfully exciting evening. 21+
http://www.three20sclub.com
417-881-1520
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
Cook from Your Garden: Get Seasonal in Your Kitchen
Event Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: Botanical Center - 2400 S Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Cost: $15/person per class.* Space is limited.
This is not your average cooking class. Gain an enhanced understanding of how to harvest, store and cook seasonally from the garden. Whether the ingredients are from your backyard, a farmer's market, or local farm, you'll become more confident in your kitchen. Each class focuses on four seasonal fruits and vegetables, plus a mystery ingredient. Discover the secrets to harvest at the peak of ripeness, preparation techniques, and storage to get the best taste from your fresh vegetables.
http://www.swmogardens.com/fogcalendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=5031
417-893-0834
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 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
Friday
29
Jun
1776
Event Time: call for showtimes
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Saturday, July 14, 2012
Location: Springfield Contemporary Theatre at the Vandivort Center - 305 E. Walnut, 4th Floor - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details
The inspiring historical musical drama with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone about the founding of our country. Directed by Gretchen Teague in a new all-female staging.
http://www.springfieldcontemporarytheatre.org
417 831-8001
Etsy II Workshop
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center
Admission: The charge for this workshop is $20 for non-Fresh members
Etsy II - Putting it together Fresh Gallery will present an Etsy workshop for artists wishing to learn about Etsy and how to set up an on-line shop to promote and sell their art over the Internet. Participants are welcome to bring their lap tops and work along with the instructor, Christina Steele, during the demo. A list of what you will need to have with you to do that will be e-mailed to you after you register for the workshop.
http://www.freshgallery.org/content/artists-helping-artists-workshop-etsy-ii
(417) 862-9300
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
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!
Green Valley Cloggers Pre Show Performance at Dixie Stampede in Branson, MO
Event Time: 8pm Show
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: 1525 West Highway 76 - Branson, MO - 65616 -
Green Valley Cloggers Pre Show Performance at Dixie Stampede in Branson, MO
http://dixiestampede.com
1-800-520-5544
"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
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
1776
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Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: Vandivort Center Theatre
Admission: $16-22
This inspiring historical musical play won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, when first produced. It tells the story of John Adams trying to persuade his colleagues to vote for American independence. A full cast of females take stage to bring new life and energy to this exciting musical.
Good Literature plays LIVE at Three 20's Club
Event Time: 9:30 pm - 1:00 am
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 2012
Location: Three 20's Club - 3005 S. Kansas Expy - Springfield, MO 65807
Good Literature makes their debut performance at Three 20's Club before leaving the area for their National Tour. Do no miss this opportunity to see them live, on stage and experience their incredible talent
http://www.three20sclub.com
4178811520
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
Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre, 464 Hwy 248, Branson
Admission: $25 adult; $11 children 4-12
Tom Mullica's one-man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, reification of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and happily integrated Skelton's persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness, and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red-That-Was while simultaneously inventing a Red-That-Would-Have-Been. He riffs. He touches hearts. -
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
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Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute
Event Time: 10am
Dates: Saturday, June 30, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 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
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Saturday, June 30, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Machine Gun Symphony and Open Fire
Event Time: 9:00 pm - 1:00 am
Dates: Saturday, June 30, 2012 - Sunday, July 01, 2012
Location: Three 20's Club - 3005 S. Kansas Expy - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: $10.00 21+
The night lights up with Open Fire taking the stage at 9 PM dazzling you with their talent! Machine Gun Symphony explodes on stage around 10:30 to give you one of their legendary SPECTACULAR performances
http://www.three20sclub.com
4178811520