Community Calendar

💰 Ready to take control of your finances? Join our 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲: 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!

This FREE 4-week class meets Thursdays from May 28 through June 25, 6–7 PM at the O’Reilly Center for Hope (1518 E. Dale St., Springfield).

Learn how to:
💵 Manage money with confidence
🎯 Reach your financial goals
📊 Build a realistic budget

Participants may also qualify for:
✅ A $100 savings match
✅ A $50 incentive for completing all 4 weeks
✅ A zero-fee savings account

Register today by scanning the QR code or visiting: bit.ly/MakingSenseOfMoney2026

Community Partnership of the Ozarks' (CPO) mission is to help build resilient children, healthy families, and stronger neighborhoods & communities. Learn more by visiting www.cpozarks.org

The 20th Annual GLOW presented by Ozark Chevrolet to benefit Children’s Smile Center is slated for Friday, June 19, 2026, beginning at approximately 8:45 p.m. at the Finley River Park in downtown Ozark. The 20th Annual GLOW presented by Ozark Chevrolet is held inside the grounds of the Sertoma Duck Race Festival and is free to the public.

Several hot air balloons will inflate just after dark, providing an amazing light display against the night sky. Balloons are tethered to the ground and do not take flight so attendees can enjoy a 60-to-90-minute light show, pending weather and wind speeds. All attendees have the opportunity to see the very large and exquisite balloons close up, visit with the pilots and get in the basket to help keep the balloons inflated.

The 20th Annual GLOW presented by Ozark Chevrolet is part of the two-day Sertoma Duck Race Festival June 19-20, with several activities taking place besides the GLOW on Friday evening, including live music in an entertainment area, food and drink booths, small business vendor booths, and a kids’ zone with various carnival-type attractions for families to enjoy. For more information about these activities, please visit 4csertoma.com. There are costs associated with many of these activities, including a $10 parking fee. There is no admission charge for the 20th Annual GLOW presented by Ozark Chevrolet or the Sertoma Duck Race Festival.

The East Town Dreams District will present a Juneteenth celebration of freedom: "Rooted in Wisdom.....Rising in Excellence;" featuring live music with Tone Loc, food, and games. The event will be held Friday, June 19 from 6 to 9 pm and Saturday, June 20 from 8 am to 10 pm at Hope Park in Joplin.

The 12h Annual Watershed Summer Gala - Presented by Bass Pro Shops

Celebrate over 40 years of improving and sustaining our region's water supplies through education and outreach and project management.

Friday, June 19, 2026 from 6PM-9PM
The Back Road at Wire Road Brewing
Tickets: $75
Agenda:
Taco Bar: 6pm-8pm
Silent Auction: 6pm-8:15pm
Whiskey Pull: 7:15pm
Mission Moment: 7:45pm
Duck Race: 7:50pm

Attire: This event is outside and casual, dress is summer attire, think sun dresses, capris, shorts, short sleeve button downs, polos and sandals.

All proceeds support Watershed and our mission to sustain and improve the region's water supplies.

The East Town Dreams District will present a Juneteenth celebration of freedom: "Rooted in Wisdom.....Rising in Excellence;" featuring live music with Tone Loc, food, and games. The event will be held Friday, June 19 from 6 to 9 pm and Saturday, June 20 from 8 am to 10 pm at Hope Park in Joplin.

🎉 Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at the 𝐒𝐆𝐅 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Enjoy a day filled with live music, great food, family-friendly activities, and uplifting energy for all ages. This free event is open to everyone & offers a chance to come together, connect, and celebrate.

📍Springfield Expo Center, 635 E. St. Louis St.
📅 Saturday, June 20
⌚ 11 AM to 4 PM

Hosted by Community Partnership of the Ozarks, the City of Springfield, and the NAACP. Learn more about CPO at www.cpozarks.org

The Foundation for Springfield Public Schools (FSPS) invites graduates to walk the halls of their alma maters once again through the 2026 Alumni Connection Tours. Spanning from June through early September, this summer series offers a unique opportunity for alumni to reconnect with their roots, celebrate their school pride, and witness firsthand the ongoing commitment to academic excellence within the district.

Organized through the Foundation’s Alumni Connection program (https://www.supportsps.org/alumni/), the tours are completely free to attend, but advance registration is required. Each event is tailored to highlight the distinct history, traditions, and modern advancements of five Springfield high schools.

Alumni from all graduating classes are encouraged to attend, share their stories, and see how Springfield Public Schools continue to innovate.

Guaranty Bank proudly presents the 2nd Annual POPS IN THE PARK, benefiting the Springfield Art Museum and celebrating the unforgettable pop hits of the 1980s.
Enjoy a dynamic performance by the renowned rock band Jeans 'n Classics and members of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra as they bring an iconic mix of '80s favorites to the stage.

Set within the beautiful surroundings of Phelps Grove Park, the concert will be performed on a 40-foot outdoor stage, creating a vibrant open-air experience. Fun for all ages! Enjoy live music, hands-on art activities, and food trucks under the summer sky. Bring your own chairs and picnic blankets, and enjoy the music event of the summer!

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Location: Phelps Grove Park, Springfield MO
Time: 6:00 PM Seating; 7:00 PM Show Time
Admission: Free!
Parking: Free parking is available, thanks to community partners. See below for parking details.

Live From Downtown is a weekly concert series hosted in the heart of Downtown Springfield, Missouri in Park Central Square, located on historic Route 66. By hosting local artists every Saturday the series encourages the greater Springfield community and its guests to spend time downtown interacting with local businesses, socializing with neighbors, and learning about our vibrant history, all while experiencing a wide variety of Ozarks-grown talent in an accessible and family-friendly venue.

Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Education Center will host an evening of twinkling from 8-9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at 483 Hatchery Road in Branson.

Learn about the complete metamorphosis of fireflies and where to see them. Visitors will get a close-up look in the field after dark, and the group will learn how they can help to ensure many more years of this phenomenal natural delight.

Note this is an evening program that begins around sunset, so the group can observe the fireflies in action. The program will begin inside the Conservation Education Center before venturing outside. Please bring a flashlight and dress as appropriate for the weather.
All ages are welcome. Register by June 19 at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/217860  

MDC is committed to accessibility at all of its nature centers, regional facilities, conservation areas, and public programs. To request ADA accommodation for participation in an MDC program, visit mdc.mo.gov/accessibility.