Community Calendar

This is a hands on cooperative and collaborative filmmaking class for teens (13-18) and another separate class for tweens (10-12). Cover the major aspects of filmmaking from screenwriting through to film editing and then collaborate together to produce original short films.

The program teaches and reinforces:

• Creative problem solving
• Tech and written word Literacy
• Team Building
• Leadership
• Follow Through

Plotline screens the student films created during the program theatrically every June at its Student Film Showcase.

The Springfield Conservation Nature Center will host a program on migrating birds with Volunteer Naturalist Myra Scroggs. This indoor/outdoor program is for ages 7 and up. No registration is required.

Blast off into galaxies far away during with special National Space Day-themed activities.

Young anglers will have opportunities to experience the fun of catching fish at Bennett Spring State Park’s Kids’ Fishing Day from 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. on May 3. It’s sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Bennett Spring Park Store.

Kids ages 15 and under can pick up free trout tags at the park store on May 2 from 5-8:30 p.m. and all day on the day of the event. A section of Zone 2 and Zone 3 at the park will be reserved for the youth anglers. Volunteers will be on hand to help. Kids are encouraged to bring their own fishing equipment. Parents are welcome to help kids, but adults are also asked to let children fish by themselves as much as possible. Only one pole may be used between the helper and the child. Adults are not allowed to fish in the designated kids’ fishing zone.

Volunteers are needed to help with this event. Individuals wishing to volunteer do not need to be experienced anglers. To help with Kids’ Fishing Day or to get more information, please call the Bennett Spring Hatchery at 417-532-4418 or e-mail Assistant Hatchery Manager Mike Perry at Michael.Perry@mdc.mo.gov. People can also get more information at:

https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/203963

Bennett Spring State Park is located approximately 12 miles west of Lebanon on Missouri Highway 64.

Eden Village will host the Bissett Bash May 3 at 3155 West Brower Street.

This free, family-friendly event features:
• Live music
• Bounce house
• Yard games
• Face painting
• Food at 12:30 pm (while supplies last)

Bring a chair and friends. No tickets required.

#NoOneSleepsOutside
Eden Village | Bissett Bash

Kings Espanola will celebrate Cinco de Mayo a family event on May 3 with tacos, awards, games and a foam party.

¡Celebra el Cinco de Mayo con nosotros en un evento familiar lleno de alegría! 🎉🇲🇽
Todo completamente GRATIS: Tacos deliciosos, Premios, Juegos para todas las edades Foam Party (fiesta de espuma)!
Dirección: 1515 W. Elfindale St, Springfield, MO
Fecha: Sábado, 3 de mayo
Horario: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
¡No te pierdas esta increíble fiesta familiar! Invita a tus amigos y familiares. ¡Te esperamos para celebrar juntos!

This is a hands on cooperative and collaborative filmmaking class for teens (13-18) and another separate class for tweens (10-12). Cover the major aspects of filmmaking from screenwriting through to film editing and then collaborate together to produce original short films.

The program teaches and reinforces:

• Creative problem solving
• Tech and written word Literacy
• Team Building
• Leadership
• Follow Through

Plotline screens the student films created during the program theatrically every June at its Student Film Showcase.

Reading to this furry audience improves literacy skills, builds confidence and reduces stress.

Create with Kindness is a family-focused event that helps teens and parents navigate social media together. The event will feature a taco bar, door prizes, and meaningful conversation, including a teen panel, guided discussions, and a showcase of student-made PSA videos promoting kindness and digital responsibility. Open to youth ages 13+ and their caregivers.

Create with Kindness will take place in the Findlay Student Center Ballroom. Registration is required.

The 3rd annual Family Fun Fest at Fordland City Park will be held May 10 from 9 am to 3 pm with performances from The Finley River Boys, The Creek Rocks, The Bridgestones and TruNorth Movement. The event will also include vendors, food, games, Show-Me Jeepers, Wheelchair Mini-Golf, and Snake Lady Exotics.