Community Calendar

The History Museum on the Square will celebrate 50 years of history at its Birthday Bash on October 7 at the Historic Fox Theatre.

The Child Advocacy Center will host a monthly Coffee for a Cause Open House every second Wednesday.

Sip coffee, tour the CAC, and meet with staff along the way to learn about the services they provide.

Visit www.childadvocacycenter.org to RSVP.

Eden Animal Haven will host its annual Painting with a Purr-pose, in which participants can create their own "Cat in a Cup" masterpiece.

Snacks and beverages will be provided and there will be a gift basket raffle.

Arrive early to socialize, snack, participate in raffles and get situated.

Tickets are required.

First UU Church will host a Craft & Bake Sale October 11 with paintings, jewelry, handwoven baskets, fabric crafts, tie dye clothing, 3D printing, handmade cards and journals, pet accessories, plus a bake sale.

Community Partnership of the Ozarks will host a Fix-It Fair October 11 at the Midtown Carnegie Library.

Local volunteers will offer repairs on clothing, fixable appliances, bikes and more.

Information at 417-862-0135.

Want to help? Call Angela: 417-888-2020 ext. 128

The Ozarks Film Co-Op will host Steve "Spaz" Williams, the groundbreaking visual effects artist whose pioneering CGI work revolutionized modern cinema.

The Christian County Library's Outdoor Concert series will be held most Saturdays in September, as well as October 25 at 6:30 pm at various branches.

Bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and drinks.

Schedule

• September 6: RH Silverwood at the Ozark Branch
• September 13: Jasmine Road at the Clever Branch
• September 20: Rowan's Crossing at the Sparta Branch
• October 25: Lancaster Station Band at the Nixa Branch

This annual gala honors the remarkable individuals and organizations who have shaped the artistic landscape of the Ozarks, celebrating not only outstanding artistic achievements but also the time, passion, and commitment of those who enrich our vibrant arts community.

The Springfield Regional Arts Council has announced the winners of the 40th annual Ozzie Awards ahead of the October 11 event at the Historic Gillioz Theatre.

Winners will be celebrated in four categories, plus the Bucky Bowman Lifetime Achievement winner.

Kat Alliea: Excellence in Arts Education winner

Boys & Girls Club of Springfield: Arts Champion winner

Samuel Knox: Arts Ambassador winner

Molly Healey: Volunteer of the Year winner

David Harrison: Bucky Bowman Lifetime Achievement winner

More than just an event, the Ozzies are an invitation to be part of a legacy, celebrating the transformative power of the arts with style, spectacle, and impact while highlighting creativity’s lasting influence on our lives.

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.

The 31st annual Old Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival will be held October 17-18 in downtown West Plains to celebrate Ozarks Music and culture.

Performers include:

• The Creek Rocks
• The Wheelhouse Rousters
• The Colbert Brothers
• Duane Porterfield
• The Roe Family Singers
• Shortleaf Band
• Stones River Reelers
• Down Yonder
• The Undergrass Boys
• Auntie Em & the Tornadoes

More information at www.oldtimemusic.org.