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Through Feb. 23 (by appointment) All are invited to receive a free heart health screening at Ozark Healthcare Family Medicine clinics, including a lipid panel, glucose, A1C and blood pressure check. To schedule, call the respective clinic: Alton, 100 Medical Drive, 417-778-7227; Gainesville, 37 Medical Drive, 417-679-4613; Mammoth Spring, 260 Main St., 870-625-3228; Mtn. Grove, 500 E. 19th St., 417-926-6563; Mtn. View, 220 N. Elm St., 417-934-2273; Thayer, 1375 Nettleton Ave., 417-265-7136; West Plains Family Medicine, 181 N. Kentucky Ave., Suite 100, 417-257-4911; West Plains Family Care, 1307 Porter Wagoner Blvd., 417-255-8645; Winona, 9104 Highway 19, 573-325-4237.
Through Feb. 29: Senior Age and the West Plains Senior Center, 416 E. Main St., offer free income tax assistance, including filing for property tax and rent rebates, to seniors. Appointments are being scheduled through February, but will continue through tax season based on interest and need. Call 417-256-4055 to schedule an appointment.
Through March 14: The West Plains Council on the Arts will display an Ozark Women Photo Exhibit by photographer Joyce McMurtrey in the Mezzanine at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St.
Through March 15 (9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays) The West Plains Council on the Arts and West Plains Public Library partner to showcase art from students in the West Plains R-7 School District at the library, 750 W. Broadway.
Through March 31 (8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m. weekdays), the works of local artist Janey Hale will be on display on the first floor of OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave.
Through March 31: The Ozarks Heritage Research Center inside the Garnet Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St. on the MSU-WP campus, will host an exhibit about the African American experience in the Ozarks to commemorate Black History Month in February. “African American Heritage in the Ozarks” is a traveling exhibit curated by the State Historical Society of Missouri. For more information contact Rebekah McKinney, 417-255-7949 or rebekahmckiney@missouristate.edu.
Through April (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays) Dennis Crider Photography Exhibit, “39” Retro Photos from his days at the West Plains Daily Quill, OzSBI’s second floor, 408 Washington Ave.
Feb. 21, 28; March 6 (9:30-11 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offers a weekly Breastfeeding Support Group held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave.
Feb. 22 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be at West Plains Bank and Trust Company North Branch, 1601 Porter Wagoner Blvd. Women wishing to have a mammogram must be at least 40, have not had a mammogram in the past year, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, have no implants, have no cancer diagnosis past or present and no issues such as breast discharge, lumps, pain or discoloration. Limited appointments are available; call 417-257-5912.
Feb. 22 (6-7 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona offers Nature Art: Pine Needlers, a 12-month program running through May that meets monthly to learn embroidery techniques and explore Missouri’s native trees. A virtual session will be held from 4-5 p.m. for those who cannot attend in person. Sign up online by going to mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com, selecting “Shannon” in the drop-down menu labeled “County,” and clicking search to scroll and find the event listed.
Feb. 22-24 (7 p.m.); Feb. 18 & 25 (3 p.m.) Alice in Wonderland presented by West Plains Playhouse, West Plains Civic Center theater, 110 St. Louis St.
Feb. 23 (by appointment) West Plains R-7 School District will be offered a heart health screening at Ozark Healthcare Zizzer Clinic, including a lipid panel, glucose, A1C and blood pressure check. To schedule an appointment at the clinic, 1013 College St., call 417-505-7123.
Feb. 23 (noon to 1 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will sponsor a Community Education Luncheon at Riverbend Restaurant, 80 Main St. in Mammoth Spring, Ark. Cardiologist Dr. A.K. George will discuss heart care. The lunch is free but reservations are required. Call 417-256-9111, ext. 6735.
Feb. 23-Mar. 24 (noon-4 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays) Annual High School Art Show Competition and Youth Art Showcase, Harlin Museum, 405 Worcester Ave.
Feb. 23 (noon to 6 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare and the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will host a blood drive in the Willard Hunter Classroom in Parkway Center, 1211 Porter Wagoner Blvd. Schedule an appointment by calling 417-227-5006 or visiting www.cbco.org/donate-blood. Donors must bring a photo ID.
Feb. 23 (12:30-4:30 p.m.) The Red Cross will host a blood drive at the West Plains Senior Center, 110 St. Louis St. Successful donors are eligible to receive an Amazon $20 e-gift card by mail. To sign up, go to 800-Red Cross and follow the prompts,or go to www.redcrossblood.org and follow the prompts. Donors must bring a photo ID.
Feb. 24 (noon to 2 p.m.) Randi McCallian will kick off her campaign for to run as a Democratic candidate for Missouri’s 8th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives with an event at Piney River Brewery, 15194 Walnut Grove Drive, Bucyrus, Texas County. Activist and “Dirt Road Democrat” podcast host Jess Piper will be guest speaker.
Feb. 24 (2-5 p.m.) S&S Skateland, 1649 U.S. 160, will host a Family Skate Night. The first 50 youths under 17 will be admitted free of charge. The event is sponsored by Ozarks Summit Ministries.
Feb. 24 (5 p.m.) A benefit auction and chili supper will be held to benefit the family of Toby Turnbull, who died of injuries suffered in a work accident in December, leaving behind a wife and five sons. The event will be held in the Dora School cafeteria and gym and includes a live auction by Billy Sexton. Donations of food and auction items are being accepted. For more information call 417-712-1443 or 417-712-1205.
Feb. 24 (5-8 p.m.) FosterAdopt Connect will host the Tall & Small Ball at the Candler Venue, 200 N. Main St. in Mtn. Grove. Tickets are $40 per adult and $20 per child and include games, cotton candy, a photo booth, a special guest for the children, and catering by Leslie’s Catering. Attendees are invited to dress as their favorite superheroes or wear semi-formal attire. Purchase tickets online at www.fosteradopt.org/event/mountain-grove-tall-and-small-ball.
Feb. 24 (5:30-8 p.m.) The 11th annual BrewFest will take place in the arena and exhibit hall of the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Lewis Street. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Must be 21 or older to attend. Sample craft beers, kombuchas, specialty drinks, coffees and special food offerings. Proceeds benefit West Plains Council on the Arts.
Feb. 26 (1:30-3:40 p.m.) Missouri State University Systems presidential candidate Dr. John Jasinski will be hosted in an open forum in Fowler Lecture Hall in Looney Hall, followed by a community reception at 2:45 p.m. in the Kellett Hall parlor. All who are interested in meeting the candidates to replace retiring President Clif Smart are welcome.
Feb. 27 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be at West Plains Bank and Trust Company Liberty Branch, 607 N. Elm St. in Mtn. View. Women wishing to have a mammogram must be at least 40, have not had a mammogram in the past year, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, have no implants, have no cancer diagnosis past or present and no issues such as breast discharge, lumps, pain or discoloration. Limited appointments are available; call 417-257-5912.
Feb. 27 (noon) The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Chapter 695 of West Plains will meet at Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 1449 Preacher Roe Blvd. A presentation by Lynne Johnson will focus on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and what it offers. All active and retired federal employees and spouses are welcome.
Feb. 27 (5-7 p.m.) The Willow Springs School District will host a Community Showcase and Elementary Family Fun Night. In addition to classroom highlights and showcases by teachers and students, food trucks will be set up on the campus.
Feb. 27 (6 p.m.) The response of Missouri college presidents to desegregation in 1950 will be the topic of a Black History Month presentation by Larry Gragg of Missouri S&T in Rolla, hosted by Ozarks Heritage Research Center in the Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St. on the MSU-WP campus. The program is free and refreshments will be provided. For more information about the presentation, contact Rebekah McKinney at 417-255-7949 or RebekahMcKinney@MissouriState.edu.
Feb. 28 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be at West Plains Bank and Trust Company Houston Branch, 1473 Sam Houston Blvd. Women wishing to have a mammogram must be at least 40, have not had a mammogram in the past year, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, have no implants, have no cancer diagnosis past or present and no issues such as breast discharge, lumps, pain or discoloration. Limited appointments are available; call 417-257-5912.
Feb. 29 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be at West Plains Bank and Trust Company Willow Springs Branch, 708 E. Main St. Women wishing to have a mammogram must be at least 40, have not had a mammogram in the past year, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, have no implants, have no cancer diagnosis past or present and no issues such as breast discharge, lumps, pain or discoloration. Limited appointments are available; call 417-257-5912.
Feb. 29 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) MSU-WP will host a free career fair at the Student Recreation Center, 323 W. Trish Knight St. Employers wishing to reserve a booth should call 417-255-7230 or email wpcareer@missouristate.edu before Feb. 22.
Feb. 29 (1:30-3:40 p.m.) Missouri State University Systems presidential candidate Dr. Roger Thompson will be hosted in an open forum in Fowler Lecture Hall in Looney Hall, followed by a community reception at 2:45 p.m. in the Kellett Hall parlor. All who are interested in meeting the candidates to replace retiring President Clif Smart are welcome.
March 1 (10 a.m.) The Spring River Gem & Mineral Club will host a solar presentation by NASA Ambassador Dr. David Thomas during its monthly meeting at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road in Cherokee Village, Ark. The presentation is free and open to the public.
March 1 (3-8 p.m.) and 2 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) The 32nd annual Southern Missouri Builders Association Home & Garden Show will be held at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. A two-day pass may be purchased for $5 per person and children 12 and younger are admitted free of charge. Call 417-256-2422 for more information.
March 2 (10 a.m.) The Howell County Republican Caucus will be held at the National Guard Armory, 1315 Webster Ave. Registration begins at 8 a.m.; attendees must be in line to register by 10 a.m. to participate. The caucus will replace the normal presidential primary, and is the process for sending delegates to the Republican National Convention. Voters must be a registered Howell County voter and must bring a valid government-issued photo ID. For more information and to preregister, visit Missouri.gop.
March 2 (2-4 p.m.) A reception for photographer Joyce McMurtrey, whose works “Ozark Women” are on display, will be hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts in the gallery on the mezzanine in the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St.
Mar. 8 (7 p.m.) Stars Foundation Irish Dance Performance, civic center theater.
March 9 (7:30 am.-3:30 p.m.) The Salem (Ark.) High School Beta Club will hold its 13th annual Beta Bass Tournament on Lake Norfork at Henderson, Ark. Fishing begins at 7:30 and return time is 3:30. Registration opens at 6 a.m. the day of the event, with an entry fee of $100 per boat and an optional $10 trash fit pot. Cash prizes of between $200 and $1,000 will be awarded for big bass and the top three placers. Sponsors welcome. For more information call 870-895-5929 or 870-750-1039 and ask for Kim.
March 9 (8 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Prepared Childbirth classes recommended for parents in the second semester of pregnancy. Covered are breathing techniques, relaxation methods, support strategies and insights into labor, delivery and C-sections. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
March 12 (8-11 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will offer low-cost lab screenings including those for blood sugar levels, cholesterol, thyroid function, calcium levels, diabetes, prostate cancer and vitamin D levels. The cost per screening ranges from between $15 to $35, cash or check only. Visit the Alton, Gainesville, Mtn. Grove, Mtn. View, Thayer or Winona clinics, or the West Plains walk-in clinic at 181 Kentucky Ave., or OZH Lab Services at 1100 Kentucky Ave.
March 12 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
March 12 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) Tara Shahan will lead a workshop, hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts, to create a bee-themed porch leaner. Cost is $50 and includes all supplies for the class, which will be held in the Dogwood Rooms of the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. Reserve a spot through the “Bee Porch Learning” event on Eventbrite.com, or text Paula at 417-293-2325.
March 14-April 18 (4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Behavioral Health Center is launching a new six-week Social Skills Group for children ages 8 through 12. Class will meet weekly Thursdays at 23 Parkway Center, 1211 Porter Wagoner Blvd. and are designed to enhance children’s social abilities through fun, engaging activities. To schedule a required intake assessment and learn more about enrolling, call 417-257-6762.
March 19 (5:30-8 p.m.) Ozarks Small Business Incubator, MSU-WP, the Missouri Small Business Development Center and other partners will host a South Central Missouri Early-Stage Business Boot Camp eight-series workshop. Sessions will be held Tuesday evenings through May 7. Sign up and get more information online at efactory.missouristate.edu/bootcamp.
March 19 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
March 20 (by appointment) Junction Hill School will hold preschool and kindergarten screenings for children residing within the school district who will be 4 and 5 respectively by Aug. 1. Call 417-256-4265 to request an appointment; spots will be filled on first-come, first-serve basis. Bring the child’s birth certificate, shot records and proof of residency within the Junction Hill School District to the appointment. Screenings are expected to take about an hour to complete.
March 21-23: The West Plains Citywide Yardsale. The $1 yard sale permit fee is waived for these three days.
March 21 (1:30-3:30 p.m.) The West Plains Senior Center, 416 E. Main St., will host a town hall meeting, “Let’s Talk About Social Issues,” in partnership with Senior Age Area Agency on Aging. Topics of discussion will include health, transportation, safety, security and daily life. The event is free and open to the public. Call 417-256-4055 for more information.
March 22 (by appointment) Fairview School will hold preschool and kindergarten screenings for children residing within the school district who will be 4 and 5 respectively by Aug. 1. Call 417-256-3868 to request an appointment. Bring the child’s Social Security number, birth certificate, shot records and proof of residency to the appointment.
March 25-29: West Plains Spring Cleanup Week. Extra items will be picked up on customers’ normal trash day. Categories to be picked up include regular trash; furniture and mattresses, wrapped; appliances with special conditions for fridges and freezers; yard waste, excepting brush; and recyclables. Tire pickup may be arranged for a fee. Call 417-255-2330 or visit westplains.gov for more information.
April 5-8: Party in the Path, a four-day festival celebrating the total solar eclipse’s path with just over three minutes of totality in West Plains, will feature live music, a mural painting, self-guided tours, a 5K, vendors, “Cosmic Carnival” for kids, duck races, a Neon Parade, dice run, Hot Air Balloon Glow, fireworks and food trucks. Details are still coming together. Watch explorewestplains.com/tse or follow @eclipsewestplains on Facebook for updates.
April 5 (7 p.m.) 38 Special will perform a concert at the West Plains Civic Center, with the Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Purchase tickets by calling 4127-256-8087 or go online to ticketmaster.com. This event is part of the Party on the Path eclipse festivities.
April 6 (7:30 p.m.) Save the date for the Neon Parade in downtown West Plains. This event is part of the Party on the Path eclipse festivities. Volunteers are needed.
April 8: All Ozarka College campuses will be closed due to the solar eclipse and anticipated influx of visitors. The Paul Miller Fitness Center in Melbourne will also be closed.
April 9 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
April 11 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session New Parent Skills classes recommended for parents in the third semester of pregnancy. Covered are self-care, baby care, infant bathing, safety, immunizations and circumcision. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
April 16 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
May 3: Save the Date for the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce Caddyshack Classic Golf Tournament at the West Plains Country Club. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. and tee time will be at noon.
May 4: The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce will hold its Kentucky Derby watch party. Details to be announced.
May 11 (8 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Prepared Childbirth classes recommended for parents in the second semester of pregnancy. Covered are breathing techniques, relaxation methods, support strategies and insights into labor, delivery and C-sections. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
May 14 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
May 21 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
June 11 (8-11 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will offer low-cost lab screenings including those for blood sugar levels, cholesterol, thyroid function, calcium levels, diabetes, prostate cancer and vitamin D levels. The cost per screening ranges from between $15 to $35, cash or check only. Visit the Alton, Gainesville, Mtn. Grove, Mtn. View, Thayer or Winona clinics, or the West Plains walk-in clinic at 181 Kentucky Ave., or OZH Lab Services at 1100 Kentucky Ave.
June 11 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
June 13 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session New Parent Skills classes recommended for parents in the third semester of pregnancy. Covered are self-care, baby care, infant bathing, safety, immunizations and circumcision. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
June 18 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
July 4: The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Willow Springs Police Department, will host the second annual “I Ran from the Cops” 5K and SWAT challenge ahead of the traditional Fourth of July parade. Details to be announced.
July 9 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
July 13 (8 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Prepared Childbirth classes recommended for parents in the second semester of pregnancy. Covered are breathing techniques, relaxation methods, support strategies and insights into labor, delivery and C-sections. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
July 16 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Aug. 8 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session New Parent Skills classes recommended for parents in the third semester of pregnancy. Covered are self-care, baby care, infant bathing, safety, immunizations and circumcision. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Aug. 13 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Aug. 20 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Sept. 10 (8-11 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will offer low-cost lab screenings including those for blood sugar levels, cholesterol, thyroid function, calcium levels, diabetes, prostate cancer and vitamin D levels. The cost per screening ranges from between $15 to $35, cash or check only. Visit the Alton, Gainesville, Mtn. Grove, Mtn. View, Thayer or Winona clinics, or the West Plains walk-in clinic at 181 Kentucky Ave., or OZH Lab Services at 1100 Kentucky Ave.
Sept. 10 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Sept. 14 (8 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Prepared Childbirth classes recommended for parents in the second semester of pregnancy. Covered are breathing techniques, relaxation methods, support strategies and insights into labor, delivery and C-sections. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Sept. 17 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Oct. 5: The Bear City Fall Festival will take place in downtown Willow Springs.
Oct. 8 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Oct. 10 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session New Parent Skills classes recommended for parents in the third semester of pregnancy. Covered are self-care, baby care, infant bathing, safety, immunizations and circumcision. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Oct. 15 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Oct. 31: The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce will host Trunk or Treat. Details to be announced.
Nov. 9 (8 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Prepared Childbirth classes recommended for parents in the second semester of pregnancy. Covered are breathing techniques, relaxation methods, support strategies and insights into labor, delivery and C-sections. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Nov. 12 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Nov. 19 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Dec. 7: The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce will host Pancakes with Santa and a slew of other Downtown Holli-Day events, concluding with a lighted Christmas parade. Details to be announced.
Dec. 10 (8-11 a.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will offer low-cost lab screenings including those for blood sugar levels, cholesterol, thyroid function, calcium levels, diabetes, prostate cancer and vitamin D levels. The cost per screening ranges from between $15 to $35, cash or check only. Visit the Alton, Gainesville, Mtn. Grove, Mtn. View, Thayer or Winona clinics, or the West Plains walk-in clinic at 181 Kentucky Ave., or OZH Lab Services at 1100 Kentucky Ave.
Dec. 10 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Heart Saver Infant CPR classes recommended for new parents in the third semester of pregnancy up to a year after birth. Covered are basic resuscitation skills for use on an infant. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Dec. 12 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session New Parent Skills classes recommended for parents in the third semester of pregnancy. Covered are self-care, baby care, infant bathing, safety, immunizations and circumcision. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
Dec. 17 (6-8 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare offer single-session Preparing for Breastfeeding classes recommended for expectant mothers. Classes are held in the Women’s Center Education Room, 1100 Kentucky Ave. No charge for those planning to deliver at OZH; for those planning to deliver elsewhere, there is a one-time $75 charge to attend one or all new parent classes offered.
