Community Calendar

The Ozarks Gem & Mineral Society will host its annual Rock, Gem & Mineral Show October 17-19 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds' E*Plex with rocks, gemstones, minerals, beads and all types of jewelry.

This family friendly event will have a kids corner of activities on Saturday and Sunday. A silent auction will be held all three days. Bring your rocks and specimens to the Rock ID table.

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board will host Harvest Fest on weekends throughout October at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park with hayrides, cow train, inflatables, horse rides, a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and more.

Admission is free, but most activities have a small fee. Parks concessions will be available.

Springfield Sister Cities Association's Gigs in the Garden concert series returns this year with performances at 2:00 pm Sundays through October at the Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park.

October 5: Johnnie Angelia King and the Blues Connection
October 12: Queen City Chorale
October 19: The Henderson Kids
October 26: Isaac Walker

Bring blankets or lawn chairs. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved into the Botanical Center.

Book by Thomas Meehan & Mark O’Donnell
Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman
Based on the New Line Cinema film, written and directed by John Waters

Presented by Mosaic Arts Collective

Welcome to the ’60s—where the hair is high and the stakes are even higher!

Winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, Hairspray is a vibrant, feel-good celebration of individuality, love, and standing up for what’s right—set to an irresistible soundtrack of 1960s-style pop and soul.

It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on The Corny Collins Show. When she finally makes it on air, Tracy becomes an overnight sensation—and uses her new fame to fight for integration, challenge the status quo, and bring people together through rhythm and rebellion.

Big hair, big dreams, and even bigger heart—Hairspray is a joyous musical comedy that will have you dancing in your seat.

Adults are invited to attend Folk Harp with Turner Collins at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19, at the Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library, 2214 Brentwood Blvd.

Local folk harpist Turner Collins brings global traditions to life with music from Bulgaria, Bolivia, Brittany, Ecuador, Scotland, Ireland, Iraq, Israel and the United States. Enjoy a vibrant mix of songs and stories from around the world, all played on the harp.

For more information on this free program call 417-883-1974.

Springfield Little Theatre’s Education Series will present Goosebumps: The Musical October 17-19.

When a group of unsuspecting students accidentally open a mysterious book, they unleash the frightfully fun creatures from R.L. Stine’s best-selling Goosebumps series! With creepy characters, laugh-out-loud twists, and catchy songs, this spooktacular production delivers thrills and chills for the whole family. Just remember… once you turn the page, there’s no turning back.

Friday - October 17th - 7:00 PM
Saturday - October 18th - 2:00 PM
Saturday - October 18th - 4:00 PM
Sunday - October 19th - 2:00 PM
Sunday - October 19th - 4:00 PM

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board will host the Pumpkin Plunge October 19 at the Doling Family Center for kids ages 2-14.

Kids can swim in a pool full of pumpkins to pick out the perfect one to decorate. Weak or non-swimmers must be accompanied and directly supervised by one adult in the pool.

Registration is required by October 17.

Springfield Little Theatre’s Education Series will present Goosebumps: The Musical October 17-19.

When a group of unsuspecting students accidentally open a mysterious book, they unleash the frightfully fun creatures from R.L. Stine’s best-selling Goosebumps series! With creepy characters, laugh-out-loud twists, and catchy songs, this spooktacular production delivers thrills and chills for the whole family. Just remember… once you turn the page, there’s no turning back.

Friday - October 17th - 7:00 PM
Saturday - October 18th - 2:00 PM
Saturday - October 18th - 4:00 PM
Sunday - October 19th - 2:00 PM
Sunday - October 19th - 4:00 PM

Citizens Memorial Hospice will offer an eight-week bereavement support group series beginning Tuesday, September 16, at 10 am. 

The support group is open to anyone grieving the loss of a loved one and is free to attend. Sessions will be held in CMH Community Room 2 at Grand Missouri Bank, 1630 S Killingsworth Ave, in Bolivar.

The support group is designed to educate participants about grief and loss, help them develop coping and adapting skills, and provide emotional support.

The sessions will be led by CMH Hospice chaplains Austin McCrickard and Dustin Preston, along with counselors Terry Warren, LMSW; Angel Townsend, MSW; Kimberly Lannan, MSW; and hospice coordinator Connie Duryee.

Topics will include understanding the grief experience, managing complex emotions, coping with changes, preparing for holidays and special occasions, and finding meaning after loss.

Registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Duryee at 417-326-3585

Adults are invited to attend How Do Credit Scores Work? at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the Library Station Santa Fe Room, 2535 N. Kansas Expressway.

Credit scores can feel like a mystery, but there are simple steps you can take to improve yours. Journalist Kristi Waterworth will explain what credit scores mean, how they impact your life and share tips to boost yours. Bring your questions for an after-discussion Q&A.

For more information on this free program call 417-865-1340.