Community Calendar

The Rotary Club of Table Rock Lake will host the Great Pickle Race 5K, Fun Run, and Pickleball Tournament September 13. The 5K will on the wooded trails of Wolf Pack Park and the fun run will take place on pavement around Reeds Spring High School.

Water and snacks will be available.

Pickleball Info

• Open Doubles Tournament - Round Robin Format (Open Doubles means men, women, and mixed teams play each other)
  
• Three levels: Beginner (2.5-3.0), Intermediate (3.0-3.5), and Advanced (3.5-4.0)
  
• Medals awarded to the top three teams in each category (based on wins and losses/points will be the tiebreaker)
  
• Need a partner? You will be paired with a player of similar playing ability

All participants will receive entry into a raffle to win gift certificates and passes to area restaurants and attractions.

The Rotary Club will use the proceeds to award grants to nonprofit organizations.

In addition to planning all the good things you want to happen on a camping or hiking trip, it’s important to be ready when bad things happen, too.

On Sept. 13, people can get information on basic first-aid items to take on their next outdoor outing at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Outdoor Skills: Wilderness Survival.” This program will be 10 a.m.-noon at MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. People can register for this program at:

https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/210704

At this free program, outdoor skills specialist Don Brink will discuss basic safety items people need to take on hiking, camping, backpacking, and hunting trips. This program is suggested for ages 7 and up.

MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center is located in southeast Springfield at 4601 S. Nature Center Way. People wanting more information about this program or other upcoming events at the nature center can call 417-888-4237. People can also call this number to get signed up for text alerts and e-mail bulletins about upcoming programs at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center and other nearby MDC facilities.

A Bed for Izzy and enGAGE Mobility will host Together We Picnic, a come-and-go event September 13 at Northeast Community Park to support children in need of safe sleep and mobility solutions.

The event will feature hamburgers and hot dogs, bounce houses, yard games, raffles and more.

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

Pass along gently used reads and grab some new-to-you finds. Bookish activities and refreshments (while supplies last) will follow the swap. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

The Shakin’ in the Shell Fest in Shell Knob will feature the first Jam Fest September 13 with music from the Tablerockers at 3:30 pm and MoArk Mojo at 7 pm.

Information at https://shellknob.com/shakin-jam-fest

The Discovery Center will host a Night at the Museum September 13. The event includes over 300 hands-on exhibits, a diamond dig, HEXBUGs races, tournaments, and science-themed cocktails.

From DNA daiquiris to flames dancing to music, the evening will blend curiosity, competition, and cocktails for a one-of-a-kind experience.

Tickets are required.

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

Live From Downtown is a weekly summer concert series on Park Central Square that showcases local musicians and bands from all genres. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

Shows start at 7 pm every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of September.

Find the schedule of performances here: https://www.livefromdowntownsgf.com/

Hunger Action Month is Ozarks Food Harvest’s annual advocacy campaign to raise awareness about hunger in the Ozarks and inspire action in the community. Proceeds from Hunger Action Month will support the Weekend Backpack Program, which provides children facing hunger with kid-friendly, nutritious meals and snacks to take home every weekend of the school year.

Join the movement to end hunger by attending Hunger Action Month events, hosting a food and fund drive, making your business a community partner or spreading the word.

Orange is the color of Hunger Action Month. You can show support for hunger relief by wearing orange on Go Orange Day, September 16.