Missouri State University Parent Guide
2009 Community Events- Summer
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Springfield Cardinals Baseball Games
06/21/2009, 06/22/2009, 06/23/2009, 06/24/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Tent Theatre - The Miss Firecracker Contest
06/24/2009 to 06/27/2009
Carnelle Scott (known locally as “Miss Hot Tamale”) is rehearsing furiously for the Miss Firecracker Contest, hoping that a victory will salvage her tarnished reputation and allow her to leave town in a blaze of glory.
Missouri State University, Craig Hall, 1147 E. Grand
(417) 836-7678 www.tenttheatre.com www.missouristatetix.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
06/25/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Frisco RoughRiders. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Mid-America Fox Trotters
06/25/2009 to 06/27/2009
Come see the Fox Trotters!
Missouri Entertainment & Event Center, 3001 N Grant
(417) 833-8660 www.mofoxtrot.com
The Skinny Improv
06/26/2009 to 06/27/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Tent Theatre - The Miss Firecracker Contest
06/29/2009 to 07/03/2009
Carnelle Scott (known locally as “Miss Hot Tamale”) is rehearsing furiously for the Miss Firecracker Contest, hoping that a victory will salvage her tarnished reputation and allow her to leave town in a blaze of glory.
Missouri State University, Craig Hall, 1147 E. Grand
(417) 836-7678 www.tenttheatre.com www.missouristatetix.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/02/2009, 07/03/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Frisco RoughRiders. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
I Love America! Celebration
07/03/2009
The biggest free event of the summer! Come celebrate! Free kids’ games, helicopter rides, skydivers, air show, local bands and more!
Division Street and U.S. 65
(417) 581-5433 www.iloveamerica.ws
The Skinny Improv
07/03/2009 to 07/04/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/04/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Frisco RoughRiders. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Greene County 4-H Fair
07/04/2009 to 07/06/2009
Call for details
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant, Springfield
(417) 833-2660 www.ozarkempirefair.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/05/2009, 07/06/2009, 07/07/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Midland RockHounds. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Tent Theatre - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
07/08/2009 to 07/11/2009
The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.
Missouri State University, Craig Hall, 1147 E. Grand
(417) 836-7678 www.tenttheatre.com www.missouristatetix.com
The Skinny Improv
07/10/2009 to 07/11/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Movies at Founders Park
07/10/2009 to 08/29/2009
Movies at Founders Park offers a contemporary version of the drive-in theatre at Springfield’s founding site. Enjoy new release movies in an outdoor setting. Fridays are Family Night; Saturdays are Date Night. All movies are rated G, PG or PG-13.
Founders Park, 330 E. Water Street, Downtown Springfield
(417) 864-1049 www.parkboard.org
Tent Theatre - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
07/13/2009 to 07/19/2009
The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.
Missouri State University, Craig Hall, 1147 E. Grand
(417) 836-7678 www.tenttheatre.com www.missouristatetix.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/16/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/17/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
07/17/2009 to 07/18/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Mother of All Reunions
07/18/2009
High School reunion for all classes of the 1960’s for the Springfield schools of Central, Hillcrest, Glendale, Greenwood, Parkview & former St. Agnes.
Shrine Mosque, 601 E. Saint Louis Street, Downtown Springfield
(417) 343-1567
Shine-N-Dine
07/18/2009
Shine-N-Dine is a cruise in for Import and Tuner Cars. We host a variety of modified vehicles every third Saturday night at the back parking lot of Steak ‘n Shake on 1550 S. Glenstone in Springfield MO.
Steak ‘n Shake, 1550 S. Glenstone, Springfield
(417) 655-9014 www.shine-n-dine.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/18/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Ozark Empire Fair
07/18/2009
Largest annual event in the Ozarks - and one of the top 150 fairs in the U.S.-featuring grandstand concerts, more than 40 rides, street performers, livestock shows, thousands of exhibits, unique shoppping, fabulous food and fun for everyone!
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave., Springfield, MO
(417) 833-2660 www.ozarkempirefair.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/19/2009, 07/24/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
07/24/2009 to 07/25/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
07/25/2009, 07/26/2009, 07/27/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
07/31/2009 to 08/01/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Ozark Empire Fair
07/31/2009 to 08/09/2009
Largest annual event in the Ozarks, featuring grandstand concerts and motor sport entertainment, more than 40 rides, street performers, livestock shows, thousands of exhibits, unique shopping, fabulous food and fun for everyone!
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Avenue, Springfield
(417) 833-2660 www.ozarkempirefair.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/04/2009, 08/05/2009, 08/06/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
First Friday Art Walk
08/07/2009
Experience the excitement each gallery has to offer-from photography, paintings and drawings to pottery, blown glass and sculpture. It’s a great way to spend time with friends for an evening of art and fun, and it’s free!
downtown Springfield
(417) 862-2787 www.springfieldarts.org/firstfridayartwalk
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/07/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers.
Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
08/07/2009 to 08/08/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/08/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers.
Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Price Cutter Charity Championship
08/08/2009 to 08/17/2009
The championship is one of the premier stops on the PGA’s Nationwide Tour. Since 1990, it’s made a significant impact on the lives of children who are underprivileged, suffer from rare diseases & have special & specific needs.
Highland Springs Golf Club, 5400 S Highland Springs Blvd
(417) 887-3400 www.pricecuttercc.org
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/09/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/10/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
08/14/2009 to 08/15/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Shine-N-Dine
08/15/2009
Shine-N-Dine is a cruise in for Import and Tuner Cars. We host a variety of modified vehicles every third Saturday night at the back parking lot of Steak ‘n Shake on 1550 S. Glenstone in Springfield MO.
Steak ‘n Shake, 1550 S. Glenstone, Springfield
(417) 655-9014 www.shine-n-dine.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/19/2009, 08/20/2009, 08/21/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs San Antonio Missions. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
08/21/2009 to 08/22/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Ozark Auto Club Swap Meet
08/21/2009 to 08/23/2009
“The Biggest in Missouri” with 1600 Vendor Spaces
Missouri Entertainment & Event Center, 3001 N Grant
(417) 833-8660
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/22/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Corpus Christi Hooks. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
6th Annual Moonlight Bike Ride
08/22/2009
Ride through the streets of downtown Springfield, Missouri in the dark. This leisurely ride will start and end at the Discovery Center with music and food.
Discovery Center of Springfield
(417) 862-9910 www.discoverycenter.org
Southwest Missouri Cattle Baron’s Ball
08/22/2009 to 08/23/2009
One of the country’s most anticipated social events of the year is coming to Springfield, Missouri this August. Get ready to kick-up your heels at the Cattle Baron’s Ball. Become a volunteer, sponsor or request tickets at www.cattlebaronsballswmo.org.
Darr Agricultural Center, 2401 S. Kansas Expressway
(417) 447-1483 www.cattlebaronsballswmo.org
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/23/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Corpus Christi Hooks. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
08/24/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Corpus Christi Hooks. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
The Skinny Improv
08/28/2009 to 08/29/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
09/01/2009, 09/02/2009, 09/03/2009, 09/04/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
First Friday Art Walk
09/04/2009
Experience the excitement each gallery has to offer-from photography, paintings and drawings to pottery, blown glass and sculpture. It’s a great way to spend time with friends for an evening of art and fun, and it’s free!
downtown Springfield
(417) 862-2787 www.springfieldarts.org/firstfridayartwalk
Southwest Missouri Celtic Festival & Highland Games
09/04/2009 to 09/05/2009
Scottish, Irish and Welsh music; dance; food; clan tents; Celtic animal displays; border collie; duck and sheep herding demonstrations and authentic Highland games. Children’s Realm features puppet shows, blow-up castle and scaled games.
Park & Fairgrounds; Buffalo, MO
(417) 345-2852 www.swmocelticfestival.com
The Skinny Improv
09/04/2009 to 09/05/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
09/05/2009, 09/06/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association Show & Celebration
09/06/2009 to 09/12/2009
The Annual World Championship Horse Show featuring the Official State Horse - The Missouri Foxtrotter. Three shows per day. Camping sites available for participants.
Ava, Missouri
(417) 683-2468 www.mfthba.com
Springfield Cardinals Baseball Game
09/07/2009
Springfield Cardinals vs Tulsa Drillers. Visit Hammons Field for Springfield Cardinals baseball, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Hammons Field
(417) 863-2143 www.springfieldcardinals.com
13th Annual Japanese Fall Festival
09/10/2009 to 09/12/2009
Event includes performers from Japan, music, local artists and performers, children’s hands-on activities, Japanese food, tea ceremonies and more. Each day ends with a can light walk with hundreds of torches & candles lining the walks, lakes and bridges.
Mizumoto Stroll Garden/Nathaniel Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic Avenue, Springfield
(417) 864-1191 www.parkboard.org
The Skinny Improv
09/11/2009 to 09/12/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Greater Ozarks Blues Festival
09/11/2009 to 09/12/2009
A mix of up-and-down comers and legends will have you wailing for more at this two-day music festival.
Bass Pro Shops parking lot, 1935 S. Campbell Ave.
(417) 864-6683 or (417) 869-1334 www.greaterozarksbluesfest.com
Springfield RV Mega Show
09/11/2009 to 09/13/2009
RV Mega Show! Catch the very latest in RV living! Experts and Dealers will be onhand to give you information and make you a great deal! The show is located inside the E*Plex!
Missouri Entertainment & Event Center, 3001 N. Grant
(417) 833-8660 www.entertainmo.com
Ozark Mountain Mule and Donkey Days
09/11/2009 to 09/13/2009
It’s part mule show, part test of skills, part Wagon Train and part Wild West show. Events include various class contests, auctions and daily shows featuring over 500 mules and donkeys with their trainers, riders, owners & contestants.
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant
(417) 833-2660 www.ozarkmountainmuledays.com; www.ozarkempirefair.com
Silver Dollar City’s National Harvest Festival
09/12/2009 to 10/31/2009
The National Harvest Festival at Silver Dollar City features demonstrating craftsmen, authentic harvest-time foods and musical performances. Plus, a tribute the Great American Cowgirl in September and “Missouri’s Best” in October.
Silver Dollar City, 399 Indian Point Rd., Branson, Mo
(800) 475-9370 www.SilverDollarCity.com
The Skinny Improv
09/18/2009 to 09/19/2009
This hip, cutting-edge and lightning-fast style of improvised sketches, scenes and music is guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter and screaming for more!
301 Park Central East
(417) 831-5233 www.theskinnyimprov.com
Laura Ingalls Wilder Day Festival
09/19/2009
Annual festival with special events on the grounds of the historic farmhouse throughout the day, featuring Pa’s fiddle and other music and entertainment. This is the one day visitors can see the upstairs guest bedroom. Grounds open at 9am.
3068 Highway A, Mansfield, MO 65704
(417) 924-3626 toll-free 1-877-924-7126 www.lauraingallswilderhome.com
Shine-N-Dine
09/19/2009
Shine-N-Dine is a cruise in for Import and Tuner Cars. We host a variety of modified vehicles every third Saturday night at the back parking lot of Steak ‘n Shake on 1550 S. Glenstone in Springfield MO.
Steak ‘n Shake, 1550 S. Glenstone, Springfield
(417) 655-9014 www.shine-n-dine.com
Cider Days on Historic Walnut Street
09/19/2009 to 09/20/2009
This outdoor street festival features more than 100 juried artists and crafters. Activities include three performance stages, a free hands-on children’s activity area, a historic homes tour, scarecrow village, food and more
Historic Walnut Street
(417) 831-6200 www.itsalldowntown.com
O’Reilly Auto Parts Fall Street Machine Nationals
09/19/2009 to 09/20/2009
Make way for over 1,700 hot rods, street machines & street trucks. Activities include a pro-judged Show-N-Shine competition with over 40 awards & shopping at the Performance Marketplace.
Missouri Entertainment & Event Center, 3001 N Grant
(417) 833-2660
Twefth Annual Loftwalk
09/20/2009
Self-guided tour of six exciting uptown lofts within a few blocks of one another. Experience the urban lifestyle enjoyed by residents of all ages and professions living it up in these restored, eclectic and edgy spaces.
Commercial Street Historic District
(417) 864-7015 www.itsalldowntown.com
Laura Ingalls Wilder Day Festival
09/20/2009
Visit Laura’s Rocky Ridge Farmhouse on Saturday, September 20, 2009, and take advantage of the special discounted admission prices, programs and the highlight of the event listening to the music of Pa’s fiddle drift over these Ozark hills.
Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home & Museum, 3068 State Highway A, Mansfield, MO
Toll-free (877) 924-7126 www.lauraingallswilderhome.com
