Community Calendar

A gathering of concerned relatives and friends facing the reality that problems of someone close to them are seriously affecting their lives and their ability to function.

Families Anonymous® members are dedicated to practicing a constructive approach in dealing with the family illness of addiction and behavioral issues.

Learn from shared experiences and wisdom, that you are not alone, and that there is a better way. FA is compatible with other 12 step programs and benefits the friends and families despite whether their loved with an addiction or behavioral problems is seeking recovery or not.

Families Anonymous is a group of new friends who won't be shocked by the nature of your problems and will stand by you as you learn how to gain sanity and serenity in your life , and people just like you, helping other people just like you.

The Foundation for Springfield Public Schools will host the second annual “The Original and Still the Best” Alumni Tour at Central High School on September 5.

Step back in time and reconnect with the enduring legacy of Central High School, an institution woven into the very fabric of Springfield. Founded in 1867 as Springfield High School, CHS holds the distinction of being the oldest high school in continuous operation west of the Mississippi River. For generations, its iconic halls—particularly the main building constructed in 1893—have fostered academic excellence, artistic achievement, and traditions like the famous Kilties Drum and Bugle Corps.

The Bulldogs will play their first home football game against Fair Grove that same evening.

Registration is required.

Springfield Sister Cities Association and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board will host the 29th annual Japanese Fall Festival September 5-7 at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park.

The festival celebrates Springfield's long relationship with Sister City Isesaki, Japan with authentic cultural experiences for all ages, including:

· Samurai Sword Soul returning as the headline entertainer with its theatrical mix of humor, drama and authentic sword-fighting arts performed in a contemporary artistic style.

· New participants Bentenya, a group of Japanese Chindon Girls who are traveling Route 66 to introduce Japanese culture through their performances.

· Two groups of taiko drummers – returning favorites St. Louis Osuwa Taiko and the new Forest of Nukumori, a Japanese family of five whose father trained with a renowned drumming group in Japan.

· Springfield’s own Japanese cultural performers – the Kizuna Japan America Friendship Group; fun dance cover groups KiRi KiRi, Summer Magic, MoonMagic Dance; and Springfield Cosplay hosting a hologram show on Saturday evening.

· World-renowned large-scale calligrapher Seiran Chiba, who will make a return visit from her home in Fukushima, Japan.

· Several advanced archery students from Japan demonstrating Kyūdō, a martial art that emphasizes both accuracy and character development.

· The largest number of food, retail and information booths to date. Two food courts will feature expanded sweet and savory offerings reflecting Asian and U.S. tastes.

The History Museum on the Square will host a Service Fair September 6 on Park Central Square, featuring more than two dozen local organizations to share their missions and how to get involved.

This year’s event also coincides with a special milestone: The History Museum on the Square is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Throughout 2025–2026, the museum will honor five decades of preserving and sharing the stories that shape our region with a full year of exhibitions, programs, and community events.

The Missouri Prairie Foundation will host a native plant sale September 6 at Bass Pro Shops Sportsman's Center in Springfield with a variety of native wildflowers, grasses, sedges, vines, shrubs, and trees from two Grow Native! professional members.

Springfield Sister Cities Association and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board will host the 29th annual Japanese Fall Festival September 5-7 at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park.

The festival celebrates Springfield's long relationship with Sister City Isesaki, Japan with authentic cultural experiences for all ages, including:

· Samurai Sword Soul returning as the headline entertainer with its theatrical mix of humor, drama and authentic sword-fighting arts performed in a contemporary artistic style.

· New participants Bentenya, a group of Japanese Chindon Girls who are traveling Route 66 to introduce Japanese culture through their performances.

· Two groups of taiko drummers – returning favorites St. Louis Osuwa Taiko and the new Forest of Nukumori, a Japanese family of five whose father trained with a renowned drumming group in Japan.

· Springfield’s own Japanese cultural performers – the Kizuna Japan America Friendship Group; fun dance cover groups KiRi KiRi, Summer Magic, MoonMagic Dance; and Springfield Cosplay hosting a hologram show on Saturday evening.

· World-renowned large-scale calligrapher Seiran Chiba, who will make a return visit from her home in Fukushima, Japan.

· Several advanced archery students from Japan demonstrating Kyūdō, a martial art that emphasizes both accuracy and character development.

· The largest number of food, retail and information booths to date. Two food courts will feature expanded sweet and savory offerings reflecting Asian and U.S. tastes.

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

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.

The James River Basin Partnership will host the annual Sunset Soiree event September 12 at Finley Farms to celebrate local waterways.

The event will include live music, local food, drinks, a silent auction and more.

All proceeds from this event support the James River Basin Partnership's programs, outreach, education, research, and annual river cleanups.

Tickets are required.

Pass along gently used reads and grab some new-to-you finds. Stay for bookish activities and refreshments (while supplies last).