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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: 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
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?"
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
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).]
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
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
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
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
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! -
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
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.
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
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.
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.