Michele Skalicky talks with Ted Hillmer, superintendent of Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, about the Memorial Luminary Driving Tour.
The Holiday Store, which allows children up to age 18 to purchase inexpensive gifts for the holidays, is open today and tomorrow (12/12-12/13) from 10 am to 7:30 pm and Sunday (12/14) from 1 to 4. To learn more, thelibrary.org.
Kids in fourth through eighth grade can make salt paintings today (12/12) from 4 to 6, and sixth through 12th graders will practice the traditional Japanese art form, gyotaku, tonight (12/12) at 6 at the Library Station. For details, thelibrary.org.
Kids in grades six through 12 are invited to the Jane Austen Christmas Ball tonight (12/12) from 7 to 8:30 at the Library Center. Dress in a Jane Austen-inspired costume. To find out more, 882-0714.
The Yellow House Community Arts Center’s annual Arts and Crafts Sale will be held today (12/12) from 4 to 8 pm and tomorrow (12/13) from 10 to 4.
The Friday Downtown Stroll and Lighting of the Christmas Tree is tonight (12/12) in West Plains (it was rescheduled from last weekend). Santa will arrive at 5:30, and the tree will be lit at 7:30.
Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park invites you to drive through their light display, Candy Cane Lane, Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 8 pm through December 20th. To learn more, click here.
See the holiday window exhibit at the Historic Fox Theatre on Park Central Square every night of the Festival of Lights. Meet Cruiser, Santa’s Route 66 Reindeer, and his Friends.
Springfield Contemporary Theatre’s production of “Around the World in 80 Days” continues through December 14th at the Wilhoit Plaza. To learn more, click here.
Springfield Little Theatre’s production of The Littlest Angel continues through Sunday (12/14) at the Landers. For ticket information, click here or 869-1334.
The Springfield Christmas Parade will start at 2 tomorrow afternoon (12/13) in downtown Springfield. It will go north from Elm and South, through Park Central Square, east on Park Central West, north on Kimbrough and east on Trafficway. For details, click here.
The West Plains Christmas Parade starts at 4 tomorrow (12/13). For more information, click here.
Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield will host the 11th annual Memorial Luminary Driving Tour tomorrow (12/13) from 4:30 to 9:30. An opening ceremony starts at 4:30 at the Visitors Center, and the tour opens to the public at 5:15. It features more than 2,539 luminaries representing those killed, wounded or missing at the Battle of Wilson’s Creek. Admission is free. The Tour Road will close at noon tomorrow to prepare for the event.
Learn how to stay safe outdoors in the winter and how to prepare for winter weather during a program tomorrow morning (12/13) from 9:30 to 11 at the Library Center.
The Republic Branch Library will host a Holly Jolly Family Festival tomorrow morning (12/13) from 11 to noon featuring music by Dallas Jones, refreshments and make-and-take crafts.
Accessorize a rubber ducky for yourself or to give as a gift at the Park Central Branch Library tomorrow (12/13) from 1 to 3.
The Happy Holiday Hustle, a one mile run/walk, will be held tomorrow at 1 just before the Springfield Christmas Parade. All participants will receive an elf or Santa hat and they’ll walk or run the parade route while being chased by the Grinch. The cost is $15, and proceeds benefit Care to Learn and the Urban Districts Alliance. For details, caretolearnfund.org.
The Midtown Carnegie Library will show the film, “Meet Me in St. Louis,” tomorrow afternoon (12/13) at 2. Popcorn will be provided.
Mediacom Ice Park will offer free ice skating from 6 to 7 tomorrow night (12/13). Skate rental ($2.50) is not included. To learn more, click here.
Free carriage rides will be offered on Park Central Square tomorrow night (12/13) from 6:30 to 9:30 as part of the Festival of Lights. For details, click here.
Anyone 13 and older is invited to watch the film, “Air Bud,” rated PG, during Walk-In Weekend Theatre tomorrow night (12/13) at 6:30 at the Park Central Branch Library, popcorn included.
The Friends of the West Plains Public Library will hold their Book & Bake Sale in the community room tomorrow (12/13) from 9 to 3.
Stop by the Springfield Conservation Nature Center tomorrow (12/13) from 10 to 2 to make simple holiday ornaments out of natural materials. No registration is needed.
George Washington Carver National Monument will host a Holiday Open House tomorrow (12/13) from 1 to 3 at the visitor center. It will include live holiday music, refreshments and 19th century crafts. For more information, 417-325-4151.
A Topiary Tree Workshop for anyone 10 and older will be held tomorrow (12/13) from 10 to noon. The cost is $25 and includes all materials. To register, 891-1515.
A Wreath Making Marathon will be held tomorrow and Sunday (12/13 & 12/14) from noon to 4. Stop by anytime and make your own wreath. The cost is $25 and includes all materials. To find out more, click here.
The Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center is the site for the Ozark Garden Railway Holiday Train Layout from 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday. And this Sunday (12/14), not only will you be able to see the trains, there will also be kids’ activities from noon to 4. Some activities require a fee. For more information, 891-1515.
A Christmas Open House at Gray-Campbell Farmstead is tomorrow (12/13) from 3 to 5 at the Gray-Campbell Farmstead at Nathanael Greene-Close Memorial Park. Celebrate Christmas in the 1860s with the volunteers at the Farmstead, 2400 S. Scenic Ave. Historic buildings will be open with singing, cookie baking and tours. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted. For details, 891-1515.
The Conservatory of the Ozarks will present their annual Christmas variety show at Clara Thompson Hall at Drury tomorrow night (12/13) at 6 with a dessert reception after the show. For more information, 592-1756.
The Boys Choir of Springfield will perform with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra tomorrow night (12/13) at 7:30 as the orchestra performs “Christmas Around the World” at the Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. For ticket information, 836-7678 or missouristate.tix.com.
Dallas Jones and Molly Healey will perform Christmas songs on guitar, fiddle and piano Sunday afternoon (12/14) at 2 at the Library Center.
The MSU Lady Bears will host IUPUI Sunday (12/14) at 2:05 at JQH Arena. For ticket information, 836-7678 or missouristate.tix.com
