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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - springfield-mo (family) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pets & Giggles Kid's Show DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121353Z UID:10014666-1788602400-1788609600@aroundtheozarks.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:https://www.grandcountrylivemusic.com/pets-and-giggles-show LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121353Z LOCATION:Grand Country Music Hall\, 1945 WEST 76 COUNTRY BLVD\, Branson\, MO\, 65616\, United States URL:https://aroundtheozarks.com/event/pets-giggles-kids-show/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:aroundtheozarks.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://aroundtheozarks.com/venue/the-third-place END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003935-1788613200-1788616800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:School's Out Day: Nature's Cleaners DTSTART:20260907T130000Z DTEND:20260907T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006914-1788768000-1788793200@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:arts,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special School’s Out Day Camp as we explore so me of nature’s often under appreciated clean‑up crew members. Students will dive into hands‑on learning by creating crafts from recycled mater ials\, playing engaging games focused on cleaning up our environment\, and meeting some of nature’s real‑life clean‑up crew that proudly call WOW home. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/schools-out-day-natures-cleaners/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260908T173000Z DTEND:20260908T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10004590-1788870600-1788874200@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260908T180000Z DTEND:20260908T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003936-1788872400-1788876000@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field DTSTART:20260908T233000Z DTEND:20260909T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T124749Z UID:10005753-1788892200-1788903000@bassproanglerslodge.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Just minutes from Angler’s Lodge Springfield\, Hammons Field is a must‑visit destination for guests eager to experience America’s favorite pastime. Home to the Springfield Cardinals\, the Double‑A affil iate of the St. Louis Cardinals\, the ballpark delivers lively\, family‑ friendly entertainment with excellent views\, local concessions\, and clas sic ballpark energy. Plan a game night during your stay\, grab your seats\ , and cheer on the Cardinals for an unforgettable Springfield experience. \nReserve Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T124749Z LOCATION:Springfield\, MO URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/event/springfield-cardinals-at-hammons -field-2/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge X-SOURCE-URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/springfield/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field DTSTART:20260909T233000Z DTEND:20260910T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T124749Z UID:10005754-1788978600-1788989400@bassproanglerslodge.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Just minutes from Angler’s Lodge Springfield\, Hammons Field is a must‑visit destination for guests eager to experience America’s favorite pastime. Home to the Springfield Cardinals\, the Double‑A affil iate of the St. Louis Cardinals\, the ballpark delivers lively\, family‑ friendly entertainment with excellent views\, local concessions\, and clas sic ballpark energy. Plan a game night during your stay\, grab your seats\ , and cheer on the Cardinals for an unforgettable Springfield experience. \nReserve Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T124749Z LOCATION:Springfield\, MO URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/event/springfield-cardinals-at-hammons -field-2/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge X-SOURCE-URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/springfield/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260910T173000Z DTEND:20260910T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10004591-1789043400-1789047000@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260910T180000Z DTEND:20260910T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003937-1789045200-1789048800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field DTSTART:20260910T233000Z DTEND:20260911T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T124749Z UID:10005755-1789065000-1789075800@bassproanglerslodge.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Just minutes from Angler’s Lodge Springfield\, Hammons Field is a must‑visit destination for guests eager to experience America’s favorite pastime. Home to the Springfield Cardinals\, the Double‑A affil iate of the St. Louis Cardinals\, the ballpark delivers lively\, family‑ friendly entertainment with excellent views\, local concessions\, and clas sic ballpark energy. Plan a game night during your stay\, grab your seats\ , and cheer on the Cardinals for an unforgettable Springfield experience. \nReserve Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T124749Z LOCATION:Springfield\, MO URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/event/springfield-cardinals-at-hammons -field-2/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge X-SOURCE-URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/springfield/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prepared\, Not Scared Storytime DTSTART:20260911T153000Z DTEND:20260911T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23945@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Being prepared builds confidence\, not fear.\nIn partnership w ith the Springfield Greene County Office of Emergency Management\, the Dis covery Center will be hosting monthly Prepared\, Not Scared Storytimes.\nE ach month will explore a different Prepare with Pedro program\, which teac hes young children how to prepare for and react to disasters and emergenci es in a safe\, friendly\, non-threatening way. Attendance is free with Dis covery Center admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/prepared-not-scared-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field DTSTART:20260912T000000Z DTEND:20260912T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T124749Z UID:10005756-1789153200-1789164000@bassproanglerslodge.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Just minutes from Angler’s Lodge Springfield\, Hammons Field is a must‑visit destination for guests eager to experience America’s favorite pastime. Home to the Springfield Cardinals\, the Double‑A affil iate of the St. Louis Cardinals\, the ballpark delivers lively\, family‑ friendly entertainment with excellent views\, local concessions\, and clas sic ballpark energy. Plan a game night during your stay\, grab your seats\ , and cheer on the Cardinals for an unforgettable Springfield experience. \nReserve Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T124749Z LOCATION:Springfield\, MO URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/event/springfield-cardinals-at-hammons -field-2/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge X-SOURCE-URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/springfield/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Moxie Mornings for Kids at Moxie Cinema - Free! DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T191434Z UID:25087@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family,film DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, September 12 @ 10am at Moxie Cinema for thi s hour-long kid-friendly event featuring innovative short films and hands- on art-making for children ages 2–6. Admission is FREE and everyone is w elcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.\n\nFall/Winter Schedule\ nSaturdays at 10am\nSeptember 12\nSeptember 26\nOctober 17\nOctober 31\nNo vember 14\nNovember 28\nAs our supporters know\, the Moxie is more than ju st a movie theater...we exist to enrich our community through film and its power to engage\, educate and inspire. In this digital age\, we believe t hat helping kids understand\, interpret and evaluate what they see on scre en helps build life-long critical thinkers. We design all of our Moxie Kid s programs with an eye towards this goal...while also remembering that kid s want to have fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T191434Z LOCATION:Moxie Cinema\, 305 S. Campbell (@McDaniel)\, Springfield\, MO\, 6 5806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/moxie-mornings-for-kids-at-mox ie-cinema-free/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260912T180000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003938-1789218000-1789221600@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field DTSTART:20260912T233000Z DTEND:20260913T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T124749Z UID:10005757-1789237800-1789248600@bassproanglerslodge.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Just minutes from Angler’s Lodge Springfield\, Hammons Field is a must‑visit destination for guests eager to experience America’s favorite pastime. Home to the Springfield Cardinals\, the Double‑A affil iate of the St. Louis Cardinals\, the ballpark delivers lively\, family‑ friendly entertainment with excellent views\, local concessions\, and clas sic ballpark energy. Plan a game night during your stay\, grab your seats\ , and cheer on the Cardinals for an unforgettable Springfield experience. \nReserve Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T124749Z LOCATION:Springfield\, MO URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/event/springfield-cardinals-at-hammons -field-2/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge X-SOURCE-URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/springfield/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field DTSTART:20260913T180000Z DTEND:20260913T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T124749Z UID:10005758-1789304400-1789315200@bassproanglerslodge.com CATEGORIES:family,sports DESCRIPTION:Just minutes from Angler’s Lodge Springfield\, Hammons Field is a must‑visit destination for guests eager to experience America’s favorite pastime. Home to the Springfield Cardinals\, the Double‑A affil iate of the St. Louis Cardinals\, the ballpark delivers lively\, family‑ friendly entertainment with excellent views\, local concessions\, and clas sic ballpark energy. Plan a game night during your stay\, grab your seats\ , and cheer on the Cardinals for an unforgettable Springfield experience. \nReserve Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T124749Z LOCATION:Springfield\, MO URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/event/springfield-cardinals-at-hammons -field-2/2026-09-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge X-SOURCE-URL:https://bassproanglerslodge.com/springfield/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Snow White Children's Workshop DTSTART:20260913T200000Z DTEND:20260913T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:25016@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Heigh-Ho\, Heigh-ho to an afternoon of ballet fun we go. Join us and explore this fairytale of nature\, friendship and love.\n\nBoys and girls ages 3-8 will learn roles from the ballet\, do crafts\, play games\ , hear a synopsis of the ballet story and enjoy a performance from a surpr ise guest. This enriching ballet introduction requires no dance experience to join.\n\nAll workshops are held at The Creamery Arts Center. Children are not required to have dance experience to attend. Participants should wear comfortable attire (stretch/sweat pants and t-shirt or leotard and ti ghts)\, bare feet or dance shoes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Springfield Ballet\, 411 Sherman Parkway\, Springfield\, Missouri \, 65802\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/snow-white-childrens-workshop/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool EdVentures (1st - 3rd): Rowdy Rodents DTSTART:20260915T140000Z DTEND:20260915T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006906-1789462800-1789473600@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Get ready to meet some of nature’s busiest\, boldest\, and m ost misunderstood animals – rodents! From small field mice to the larges t rodent in the world\, the capybara\, students will learn to understand a nd love the rodents of the world! Through artifacts\, up-close encounters\ , hands-on activities\, and crafts\, together we will explore the world of rowdy rodents! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/homeschool-edventures-1st-3rd-rowd y-rodents/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260915T173000Z DTEND:20260915T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10004592-1789475400-1789479000@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260915T180000Z DTEND:20260915T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003939-1789477200-1789480800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260917T173000Z DTEND:20260917T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10004593-1789648200-1789651800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003940-1789650000-1789653600@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CPO's Parent Cafe DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060803Z UID:10006140-1789668000-1789675200@www.q929rocks.com CATEGORIES:community,family,music DESCRIPTION:Looking for a chance to connect with other parents who get it? Join us for our monthly 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐟𝐞́\, a w elcoming space to share experiences\, build connections\, and discover new ways to support your family. \n📅 September 17 |🕕 6 to 8 PM\n📍 Th e Darr Family Foundation HUB at the O’Reilly Center for Hope (1518 E. Da le\, Springfield) \nEnjoy a FREE dinner\, and each family will receive a $ 25 gift card!\n📞 Reserve your spot today by calling 417-290-3858. \nTog ether\, we’re building stronger families and more resilient kids\, one c onversation at a time. 💙 \nCommunity Partnership of the Ozarks’ (CPO) mission is to help build resilient children\, healthy families\, and stro nger neighborhoods & communities. Visit www.cpozarks.org to learn more! LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060803Z LOCATION:O’Reilly Center for Hope\, 1518 E. Dale St.\, Springfield\, 658 03\, United States URL:https://www.q929rocks.com/event/cpos-parent-cafe/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Q929 Springfield's Rock Station X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.q929rocks.com/concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fire Safety Story Time DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23882@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Great Southern Bank\, we are expanding our commitment to community education through a new literacy initiative aimed at young learners and their families. The program\, supported by the Comm unity Matters Grant\, enhances the department’s monthly Fire Safety Stor y Time held at Fire Station 3.14 at the Discovery Center Springfield.\nFir efighters will begin providing a free book to every household with a child in attendance – an effort designed to reinforce key lessons beyond the classroom and into the home. Each book is carefully selected to highlight themes such as fire safety\, good citizenship and the importance of readin g.\nThe initiative is funded through a $4\,000 Community Matters Grant awa rded to the Springfield Fire Department in February. The funding allows th e department to supply books to children who participate in the interactiv e educational sessions\, ensuring that families leave not only with knowle dge\, but also with tools to continue learning together.\n“This partners hip allows us to extend our mission beyond emergency response and into pre vention and education\,” said Cassie Melvin of the Springfield Fire Depa rtment. “By combining fire safety messaging with literacy\, we’re help ing build safer\, more informed households while also encouraging a lifelo ng love of reading.”\nFire Safety Story Time is a recurring monthly even t hosted at the Discovery Center\, where firefighters engage children thro ugh storytelling\, hands-on demonstrations\, and age-appropriate fire safe ty discussions. The addition of take-home books further strengthens the pr ogram’s impact by encouraging continued conversation and learning at hom e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/fire-safety-story-time-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Night at the National Parks DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T130000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006975-1789758000-1789804800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:arts,family,film DESCRIPTION:Embark on a wild adventure and experience the museum like neve r before\, with Night at the National Parks! Step into the shoes of a park ranger and journey through the museum under the cover of night\, completi ng crafts and activities that capture the spirit and beauty behind our Nat ional Parks. Then\, join your fellow park rangers for a movie night\, befo re the lights dim and you drift off to sleep surrounded by the majesty of these wild spaces. Grab your sleeping bag and your sense of adventure! \n* *Please Note**- All program participants must be 5 years of age or older a t the time of attendance. Any participant under the age of 18 is considere d a minor and must be accompanied by a registered adult (18 years of age o r older) for the duration of the program. The accompanying adult must also be registered for the event and remain onsite and responsible for the min or at all times. Minors may not attend without a registered adult. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/night-at-the-national-parks/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003941-1789822800-1789826400@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PALS: Cleanup Crew: Wiggly Worms DTSTART:20260922T150000Z DTEND:20260922T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006907-1790071200-1790074800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Who helps keep the soil healthy? Earthworms! In this grownup-c hild program\, we’ll discover how tiny\, wiggly recyclers act as part of nature’s cleanup crew. Through sensory play and exploratory investiga tions\, we’ll learn how these underground heroes break down old leav es and plants to renew the soil beneath our feet. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/pals-cleanup-crew-wiggly-worms-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PALS: Cleanup Crew: Wiggly Worms DTSTART:20260922T163000Z DTEND:20260922T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10006908-1790076600-1790080200@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Who helps keep the soil healthy? Earthworms! In this grownup-c hild program\, we’ll discover how tiny\, wiggly recyclers act as part of nature’s cleanup crew. Through sensory play and exploratory investiga tions\, we’ll learn how these underground heroes break down old leav es and plants to renew the soil beneath our feet. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/pals-cleanup-crew-wiggly-worms-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260922T173000Z DTEND:20260922T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10004594-1790080200-1790083800@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-22/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260922T180000Z DTEND:20260922T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190600Z UID:10003942-1790082000-1790085600@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190600Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-22/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PALS: Cleanup Crew: Wiggly Worms DTSTART:20260923T150000Z DTEND:20260923T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T070623Z UID:10006909-1790157600-1790161200@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Who helps keep the soil healthy? Earthworms! In this grownup-c hild program\, we’ll discover how tiny\, wiggly recyclers act as part of nature’s cleanup crew. Through sensory play and exploratory investiga tions\, we’ll learn how these underground heroes break down old leav es and plants to renew the soil beneath our feet. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T070623Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/pals-cleanup-crew-wiggly-worms/202 6-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260924T173000Z DTEND:20260924T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T070623Z UID:10004595-1790253000-1790256600@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T070623Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260924T180000Z DTEND:20260924T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T070725Z UID:10003943-1790254800-1790258400@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T070725Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Ozark Mill Turns 5 | Anniversary Party DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260731T181332Z UID:10001107-1790294400-1790553599@finleyfarmsmo.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate The Ozark Mill’s 5th Birthday with t wo days of live music\, local makers\, great food\, and family-friendly fu n.\n \n\nFriday\, September 25\n\n Kick off the celebration with Af ter Hours on the River from 4:00–8:00 PM at the Bridge & Event Lawn. Enj oy wood-fired pizza fresh from the ovens\, drinks\, and live music from La uren Slater & Tony Menown while spending a fall evening along the Finley R iver.\n \n \n\nSaturday\, September 26\n\n The celebration contin ues at The Workshop & Orchard Lot. The Workshop will be open during normal business hours\, with brunch served as usual at The Ozark Mill.\n \n\ n10:00 AM–4:00 PM\n Fall Artisan Vendor Market & Pumpkin Sale \nBeg inning at 11:00 AM\n 15-minute farm tours every hour\, Beer\, BBQ & B ourbon at The Workshop\, and live music from Easton and Riley. \n4:00 PM\n Festivities wrap up for the day. LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T181332Z LOCATION:The Ozark Mill at Finley Farms\, 802 Finley Farms Lane\, Ozark\, Missouri\, 65721 URL:https://finleyfarmsmo.com/events/the-ozark-mill-turns-5-anniversary-we ekend/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Finley Farms X-SOURCE-URL:https://finleyfarmsmo.com/happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shark Feeding | Out to Sea DTSTART:20260926T180000Z DTEND:20260926T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T070718Z UID:10003944-1790427600-1790431200@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM\, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildli fe. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. N o reservations are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T070718Z LOCATION:Out to Sea URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/shark-feeding-out-to-sea-2021-07-0 8/2026-09-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Pond Dive Show DTSTART:20260929T173000Z DTEND:20260929T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T070718Z UID:10004596-1790685000-1790688600@wondersofwildlife.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM\, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story fre shwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This e xperience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservati ons are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T070718Z LOCATION:Wonders of Wildlife\, 500 W Sunshine St.\, Springfield\, MO\, Uni ted States URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/community-pond/2026-09-29/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wonders of Wildlife X-SOURCE-URL:https://wondersofwildlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Story Time at Graddy's Playhouse DTSTART:20261002T153000Z DTEND:20261002T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:24959@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time at Graddy’s Playhouse at 10:30 every first Friday of the month! Read books about home with Adam Graddy’s real estate team and enjoy the brand new exhibit! The house features hands-on STEM activities and interactive pretend play spaces\, including a real-lif e kitchen\, living room\, and backyard. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/story-time-at-graddys-playhous e/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Celebrate Springfield DTSTART:20261004T180000Z DTEND:20261004T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23629@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival DESCRIPTION:The 5th Annual Celebrate Springfield Event returns on Sunday\, October 4th at Hammons Field! Join friends\, neighbors\, and visitors for a FREE\, community-wide celebration honoring everything we love about Spr ingfield.\n\nThis family-friendly event will feature live music\, interact ive activities for all ages\, local food trucks\, and fun surprises throug hout the day. It’s the perfect chance to connect with the community\, en joy great entertainment\, and experience some of the best things our city has to offer.\n\nLearn more about the event:\nhttps://celebratesgf.com/eve nts/2026celebration/\n\nGet Connected!\nFollow Celebrate Springfield for y ear-round local tips\, deals\, and events:\nFacebook: https://www.facebook .com/celebratesgf/\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate_sgf \n \nYou can also visit https://celebratesgf.com/ to discover more fun things happening around Springfield all year long. 🎉 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Hammons Field\, 955 E Trafficway St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65802\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/celebrate-springfield-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prepared\, Not Scared Storytime DTSTART:20261009T153000Z DTEND:20261009T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23946@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Being prepared builds confidence\, not fear.\nIn partnership w ith the Springfield Greene County Office of Emergency Management\, the Dis covery Center will be hosting monthly Prepared\, Not Scared Storytimes.\nE ach month will explore a different Prepare with Pedro program\, which teac hes young children how to prepare for and react to disasters and emergenci es in a safe\, friendly\, non-threatening way. Attendance is free with Dis covery Center admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/prepared-not-scared-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fire Safety Story Time DTSTART:20261016T153000Z DTEND:20261016T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23883@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Great Southern Bank\, we are expanding our commitment to community education through a new literacy initiative aimed at young learners and their families. The program\, supported by the Comm unity Matters Grant\, enhances the department’s monthly Fire Safety Stor y Time held at Fire Station 3.14 at the Discovery Center Springfield.\nFir efighters will begin providing a free book to every household with a child in attendance – an effort designed to reinforce key lessons beyond the classroom and into the home. Each book is carefully selected to highlight themes such as fire safety\, good citizenship and the importance of readin g.\nThe initiative is funded through a $4\,000 Community Matters Grant awa rded to the Springfield Fire Department in February. The funding allows th e department to supply books to children who participate in the interactiv e educational sessions\, ensuring that families leave not only with knowle dge\, but also with tools to continue learning together.\n“This partners hip allows us to extend our mission beyond emergency response and into pre vention and education\,” said Cassie Melvin of the Springfield Fire Depa rtment. “By combining fire safety messaging with literacy\, we’re help ing build safer\, more informed households while also encouraging a lifelo ng love of reading.”\nFire Safety Story Time is a recurring monthly even t hosted at the Discovery Center\, where firefighters engage children thro ugh storytelling\, hands-on demonstrations\, and age-appropriate fire safe ty discussions. The addition of take-home books further strengthens the pr ogram’s impact by encouraging continued conversation and learning at hom e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/fire-safety-story-time-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Story Time at Graddy's Playhouse DTSTART:20261106T163000Z DTEND:20261106T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:24960@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time at Graddy’s Playhouse at 10:30 every first Friday of the month! Read books about home with Adam Graddy’s real estate team and enjoy the brand new exhibit! The house features hands-on STEM activities and interactive pretend play spaces\, including a real-lif e kitchen\, living room\, and backyard. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/story-time-at-graddys-playhous e/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Then Nutcracker Children\\\\'s Workshop DTSTART:20261108T210000Z DTEND:20261108T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:25020@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Immerse young boys and girls ages 3-8 in an afternoon of holid ay fun and dance! They will learn roles from the ballet\, complete crafts\ , play games\, hear a synopsis of the ballet story and enjoy a performance from a surprise guest in the upcoming Springfield Ballet production of Th e Nutcracker. This enriching ballet introduction requires no dance experie nce to join.\n\nAll workshops are held at The Creamery Arts Center. Childr en are not required to have dance experience to attend - this is open to a ll! Participants should wear comfortable attire (stretch/sweat pants and t -shirt or leotard and tights)\, bare feet or dance shoes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Springfield Ballet\, 411 Sherman Parkway\, Springfield\, Missouri \, 65802\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/then-nutcracker-childrens-work shop/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prepared\, Not Scared Storytime DTSTART:20261113T163000Z DTEND:20261113T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23947@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Being prepared builds confidence\, not fear.\nIn partnership w ith the Springfield Greene County Office of Emergency Management\, the Dis covery Center will be hosting monthly Prepared\, Not Scared Storytimes.\nE ach month will explore a different Prepare with Pedro program\, which teac hes young children how to prepare for and react to disasters and emergenci es in a safe\, friendly\, non-threatening way. Attendance is free with Dis covery Center admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/prepared-not-scared-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fire Safety Story Time DTSTART:20261120T163000Z DTEND:20261120T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23884@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Great Southern Bank\, we are expanding our commitment to community education through a new literacy initiative aimed at young learners and their families. The program\, supported by the Comm unity Matters Grant\, enhances the department’s monthly Fire Safety Stor y Time held at Fire Station 3.14 at the Discovery Center Springfield.\nFir efighters will begin providing a free book to every household with a child in attendance – an effort designed to reinforce key lessons beyond the classroom and into the home. Each book is carefully selected to highlight themes such as fire safety\, good citizenship and the importance of readin g.\nThe initiative is funded through a $4\,000 Community Matters Grant awa rded to the Springfield Fire Department in February. The funding allows th e department to supply books to children who participate in the interactiv e educational sessions\, ensuring that families leave not only with knowle dge\, but also with tools to continue learning together.\n“This partners hip allows us to extend our mission beyond emergency response and into pre vention and education\,” said Cassie Melvin of the Springfield Fire Depa rtment. “By combining fire safety messaging with literacy\, we’re help ing build safer\, more informed households while also encouraging a lifelo ng love of reading.”\nFire Safety Story Time is a recurring monthly even t hosted at the Discovery Center\, where firefighters engage children thro ugh storytelling\, hands-on demonstrations\, and age-appropriate fire safe ty discussions. The addition of take-home books further strengthens the pr ogram’s impact by encouraging continued conversation and learning at hom e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/fire-safety-story-time-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Story Time at Graddy's Playhouse DTSTART:20261204T163000Z DTEND:20261204T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:24961@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time at Graddy’s Playhouse at 10:30 every first Friday of the month! Read books about home with Adam Graddy’s real estate team and enjoy the brand new exhibit! The house features hands-on STEM activities and interactive pretend play spaces\, including a real-lif e kitchen\, living room\, and backyard. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/story-time-at-graddys-playhous e/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prepared\, Not Scared Storytime DTSTART:20261211T163000Z DTEND:20261211T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23948@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Being prepared builds confidence\, not fear.\nIn partnership w ith the Springfield Greene County Office of Emergency Management\, the Dis covery Center will be hosting monthly Prepared\, Not Scared Storytimes.\nE ach month will explore a different Prepare with Pedro program\, which teac hes young children how to prepare for and react to disasters and emergenci es in a safe\, friendly\, non-threatening way. Attendance is free with Dis covery Center admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/prepared-not-scared-storytime/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fire Safety Story Time DTSTART:20261218T163000Z DTEND:20261218T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182051Z UID:23885@itsalldowntown.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Great Southern Bank\, we are expanding our commitment to community education through a new literacy initiative aimed at young learners and their families. The program\, supported by the Comm unity Matters Grant\, enhances the department’s monthly Fire Safety Stor y Time held at Fire Station 3.14 at the Discovery Center Springfield.\nFir efighters will begin providing a free book to every household with a child in attendance – an effort designed to reinforce key lessons beyond the classroom and into the home. Each book is carefully selected to highlight themes such as fire safety\, good citizenship and the importance of readin g.\nThe initiative is funded through a $4\,000 Community Matters Grant awa rded to the Springfield Fire Department in February. The funding allows th e department to supply books to children who participate in the interactiv e educational sessions\, ensuring that families leave not only with knowle dge\, but also with tools to continue learning together.\n“This partners hip allows us to extend our mission beyond emergency response and into pre vention and education\,” said Cassie Melvin of the Springfield Fire Depa rtment. “By combining fire safety messaging with literacy\, we’re help ing build safer\, more informed households while also encouraging a lifelo ng love of reading.”\nFire Safety Story Time is a recurring monthly even t hosted at the Discovery Center\, where firefighters engage children thro ugh storytelling\, hands-on demonstrations\, and age-appropriate fire safe ty discussions. The addition of take-home books further strengthens the pr ogram’s impact by encouraging continued conversation and learning at hom e. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182051Z LOCATION:Discovery Center of Springfield\, 438 E St Louis St\, Springfield \, Missouri\, 65806\, United States URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/fire-safety-story-time-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.itsalldowntown.com/calendar/categories/live-music END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR