Community Calendar

Springfield Public Schools Back to School Bash is an event for students and families to get resources and information to start a successful 2026-2027 school year.

This event will offer backpacks, hygiene kits, groceries, health services, connections to community resources and more! SPS is dedicated to providing district families with the support they need.

The event is open to all SPS students and families from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free meals served from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A powerful evening of music and community at a special concert benefiting The GLO Center, featuring acclaimed cellist and vocalist Molly Healey. The 1-hour concert will take place at Brentwood Christian Church. Learn more about Molly Healey and stream her music at MollyHealey.com.

Ready to take control of your finances?

Creating a budget is one of the first steps toward reaching your financial goals, but knowing where to start can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're trying to save more, reduce expenses, prepare for a major purchase, or simply better understand where your money goes each month, having a realistic plan can make all the difference.

Join us for our FREE Tools for Life class featuring Missey Hayward of Guaranty Bank, who will share practical strategies for building a budget that works for your everyday life.

In this class, you'll learn how to:

Identify and organize your monthly income and expenses
Categorize spending to better understand your financial habits
Create a realistic budget based on your personal priorities
Find practical ways to manage expenses and work toward your financial goals
Build a budget you can confidently follow long after the class ends

Whether you're creating your first budget, looking for a fresh start, or simply wanting better tools to manage your finances, this class is designed to give you practical steps you can begin using right away. Come learn how a simple budget can help you build a stronger financial future!

LOCATION:
The Charlie Norr Community Center
316 W. Atlantic St.
Springfield, MO 65803

DATE & TIME:
Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Call Casey Grant at Ext. 108

Join Jordan Valley Health for their Start Strong Back-to-School event, Saturday, August 1st from 9 to 2 at 1720 W. Grand in Springfield.

Get your well-child visits, sports physicals, immunizations, dental and vision screenings so your kids can start the year healthy and confident. Plus, enjoy a community fair with bounce houses, and more!

For more information and other Back-to-School events near you, visit Jordan valley dot org backslash back to school.

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Grab your family, invite your neighbors, and join us for a FREE evening of food, fun, and community at Meador Park!

📅 Tuesday, August 11
🕔 5:00 to 7:00 PM
📍 Meador Park | 2500 S. Fremont

Come hungry! They'll be serving up free hot dogs and chips, plus sweet treats from Cold Patrol Ice Cream, Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, and Ozark Mountain Popcorn while supplies last.

There will be plenty to see and do throughout the evening, including free face painting, a balloon artist, a Springfield, MO Police Department drone demonstration, pickleball, Splash & Sizzle at the Meador Park Pool, a Springfield, MO Fire Department ladder truck with misting, and Springfield, MO Police Department vehicles to explore.

⚾ Then stick around for the Police vs. Fire Softball Game at 7:00 PM!

National Night Out is all about bringing neighbors together, meeting the people who help keep our community safe, and enjoying a fun summer evening.

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

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 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 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 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 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.