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Through Sept. 30 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays) Artwork by local painter Rhonda Richter will be featured on the first floor of OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. Visitors are welcome to view the display.
Through Sept. 30 (9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays) Works created by Honest Imagination Day Habilitation participants will be on display at the West Plains Public Library.
Sept. 4 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) The Howell County Health Department will host a satellite clinic for back-to-school immunizations at Willow Springs United Methodist Church, 311 N. Harris St. Youths younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent. Parents are encouraged to bring up-to-date shot records, and if needed, may need to request them from the school district or medical provider’s office, and should be able to provide information about their child’s allergies. Be prepared for a wait. Call 417-256-7078 for more information.
Sept. 4 (5 p.m.) MSU-WP and the Grizzly Club will celebrate new athletic seasons in the exhibit hall of the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. A free meal is sponsored by Wayward Son Productions.
Sept. 5 (6-8 p.m.) Chess Night at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. Free to play.
Sept. 6 & 20. (7:30-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.) The Howell County Health Department, 180 Kentucky Ave., will host walk-in clinics for back-to-school immunizations. Youths younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent. Parents are encouraged to bring up-to-date shot records, and if needed, may need to request them from the school district or medical provider’s office, and should be able to provide information about their child’s allergies. Be prepared for a wait. Call 417-256-7078 for more information.
Sept. 6 (9 a.m.) The first annual Ozark Mountain Conference softball tournament will be held at the Branson Rec Plex, hosted by Branson High School. West Plains will play its first game at 10:30 a.m. against Carl Junction. The championship game begins at 3 p.m.
Sept. 6 (5:30-8 p.m.) The Howell County Suicide Prevention Network collaborates with the Community Partnership of the Ozarks to host the second “A Talk to Remember” suicide awareness event to support those who have experienced a mental health challenge or lost a loved one to suicide. The event will be held at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Ljois St., and coincides with the Chaz Coats Memorial Dice Run to be held the following day. The evening will feature a panel of speakers, a Remembrance Walk, a candle-lighting ceremony, food-trucks and family friendly activities. For more information email Amanda Foster, afoster@cpozarks.org.
Sept. 7 (10 a.m.) Registration begins for the inaugural Chaz Coats Memorial Dice Run, hosted by the Greater West Plains Area Boys & Girls Club. Sign up at the club, 613 W. First St. Kickstands up at 10:30. Stops include, in order, Twin Bridges, Hodgson Mill, Dawt Mill and finally, the club again. Prizes will be available at each stop, and there is a grand prize of $200. Registration is $20 and includes a shirt and a scorecard; an additional scorecard can be purchased for $5 and shirt for $15. A meal after the run will be available to $5. Proceeds go toward supporting the Coats family and the youth served by the club.
Sept. 7 (11 a.m.-7 p.m.) and 8 (11 a.m.-5 p.m.) St. Mary’s Church, 1551 Bill Virdon Blvd., will hold a Grilled BBQ Chicken Dinner. Cost of $13 per plate includes half a chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, bread, dessert and a drink.
Sept. 7 (noon) The Josiah Howell chapter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution will host a “Getting to Know You” picnic lunch for members of the Ozark Spring chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution at Galloway Park, 2183 County Road 1770. Lunch includes a main dish of pork with sides, desserts and drinks. The picnic is open to the public interested in learning more about membership in either organization. The SAR will hold a business meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the park, while the DAR will move to the American Legion Hall, 1401 Bill Virdon Blvd. Members are encouraged to bring their annual dues and infant blankets and quilts for a baby shower for troops at Ft. Leonard Wood.
Sept. 7 (1-7 p.m.) A mini-festival “preview” of the Old-Time Music, Ozarks-Heritage Festival, which will move to October beginning next year, will be held in downtown West Plains. The musical lineup will feature the Shortleaf Band, Duane Porterfield, the Ozark Hellbenders and Hogmolly, and music will play through the entirety of the event. Activities in and on the civic center grounds will include storytelling, dulcimer workshops, an exhibit of Dennis Crider’s photography and an exhibit highlighting the 30-year history of the festival. Learn more at www.oldtimemusic.org or @Old.Time.Music.Festival on Facebook.
Sept. 7 (4 p.m.) The Ozarks Resource Center’s annual Backyard Concert will be held in the backyard of The Yellow House Community Arts Center, 209 W. Trish Knight St. Performers include Creek Stink, Marideth Sisco, Linda Stoffel and David Haenke, Carey Brothers and Friends, Van Colbert, and The Owelettes. A silent auction will be held and food will be offered for donations. Suggested donation for entry is $8.
Sept. 7 (5:30) 37th Judicial CASA will host a dinner theater fundraiser, “How to Enchant a Bookshop” at Rubydoo’s Vintage Events Center, 9140 County Road 9190. Dinner and a cash bar is included with each $75 ticket. All are encouraged to dress as their favorite book character. Call 417-255-2100 to purchase tickets.
Sept. 8, 15 & Oct. 6: Ozark National Scenic Riverways hosts a series of free one-day workshops about the basics of fly fishing for youth between 12 and 18 years old at the Mt. Zion Church north of Akers. Reservations are required as space is limited to 10 youths with at least one parent for each. Contact 573-858-3297 for more information and to register.
Sept. 8 (2-4 p.m.) The Willow Springs Arts Council will hold a watercolor workshop, “Painting Songbirds,” led by West Plains artist Ginny Thomason. Fee of $25 includes all supplies. Register at the Ferguson Building between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays or call 417-469-1400.
Sept. 8-11 (7 p.m.) Calvary General Baptist 4607 CC Highway, will hold revival meetings with Brother Charles Felker preaching each evening.
Sept. 9 (5:30 p.m.) The Fulton County, Ark., Democratic Party will hold a Beans and Cornbread Supper followed by remarks Arkansas State party Chair Grant Tennille at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Salem. Donations will be accepted for distribution to candidates. For more information contact county Chair Heath Shrable, 870-612-0374.
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, Oct. 8 and Nov. 5: The Howell County Amateur Radio Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 180 Kentucky Ave. in the basement of the Howell County Health Department. Anyone interested in amateur or emergency radio communications is welcome. For more information call 417-372-8799 or visit @w0hca on Facebook.
Sept. 10, 17 & 25 (8 a.m. to noon & 1-5 p.m.) Appointments will be scheduled on these dates for regular back-to-school immunization clinics held at the Howell County Health Department, 180 N. Kentucky Ave. Parents are encouraged to bring up-to-date shot records, and if needed, may need to request them from the school district or medical provider’s office, and should be able to provide information about their child’s allergies. Be prepared for a wait. Call 417-256-7078 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
Sept. 10 (6 p.m.) The Ozarks Heritage Research Center I the Garnett Library 304 W. Trish Knight St., will host a free beekeeping presentation given by MSU junior Faith Collins of Alton. Refreshments will be provided. For more information call Rebekah McKinney, 417-255-7949, or email RebekahMcKinney@MissouriState.edu.
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. 10 & 11 (6:30-8 p.m.) A class coordinated by Tara Shahan and hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts will show artists how to make a 12-inch by 12-inch Tree of Life crush glass and resin piece. Sessions will be held in the Dogwood Rooms of the civic center, 110 St. Louis St. The cost is $50 and includes supplies. Space is limited; reserve a spot by texting Paula at 417-293-2325 or emailing info@westplainsarts.org, and include your name for personalization.
Sept. 10, 17 & 24 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) The Southern Missouri Community Orchestra meets for rehearsal every Tuesday at the Ferguson Building, 205 E. Main St. in Willow Springs in preparation for a Halloween concert to be given in October. All are welcome to join, and string players are particularly sought. The orchestra is sponsored by the Willow Springs Arts Council, donors and the Missouri Arts Council. Interested musicians should call Brandy Taylor, 417-259-7634, or Director Jodie Forbes, 417-417-217-0542. Check them out on the web at www.willowspringsartscouncil.org/soco, or follow “Southern Ozarks Community Orchestra” on Facebook.
Sept. 10 (7-9 p.m.) The Ozark AcousChicks women’s a cappella chorus rehearses every Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 291 Kentucky Ave. All women who sing are welcome to visit. For more information, call 661-3030-8686.
Sept. 12 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave., will host “Kick the Fear Out of Feedback,” a leadership workshop aimed to help attendees take the fear out of giving crucial feedback to employees. The cost is $175 for OzSBI members and $220 for the general public. Register online at ozsbi.com/events.
Sept. 12 (6:30 p.m.) Pub-style trivia night at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. Four rounds of five questions, with prizes. No cost to play.
Sept. 13 (noon to 1 p.m.) The Friends of the Garnett Library will meet in room 205 of Lybyer Hall, 605 W. Main St., to hear updates on activities at MSU-WP. Lunch is $10, payable at the door. Reserve a meal by calling 417-255-7940 or emailing friendsofgarnettlibrary@missouristate.edu by Sept. 11.
Sept. 13 (3 p.m.) A free field walk to tour fields of native warm-season grasses — big bluestem, little bluestem and Indian grass — will be held at the Uminn Farm, offered by the Howell County MU Extension office. Agronomy and livestock specialists will be on hand to answer questions. Register by noon Sept. 11 by calling 417-256-2391 or emailing howellco@missouri.edu. Participants will meet at the extension before heading to the farm as a group, 6 miles away.
Sept. 13 (8 p.m.) Moe’s Karaoke at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. Free to participate.
Sept. 14-Oct. 19: The West Plains Council on the Arts presents an exhibit by Barbara Williams, “Ozarks Buildings: Cultural Heritage and Containers of Spirit,” viewable during business hours on the mezzanine at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St.
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. 14 (10 a.m. to noon) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host a workshop to create a dragonfly rock mosaic while discussing the unique creatures. Registration required. 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.
Sept. 14 (1-3 p.m.) Operation Christmas Child through Samaritan’s Purse will host Project Leader Workshop 2024 at First Baptist Church, 807 E. 17th St. in Mtn. Grove. Free resources will be made available to those who attend. Register by emailing occjoyfulpacker2022@gmail.com.
Sept. 14 (1-4 p.m.) Children’s Behavioral Services sponsors a free Touch a Truck Celebration with games and prizes at 205 E. Trish Knight St. Children can see, touch, explore and honk the trucks. RSVP at info@childrensbehavioralservices.com.
Sept. 14 (7 p.m.) Ben Oesch and Chris Whitten perform live rock original and cover tunes at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. No cover charge.
Sept. 14 & 21 (2 p.m. & 7 p.m.) and 15 & 22 (3 p.m.) The Star Dramatic Company presents “The Gray Ladies Ride Again,” written and directed by the company’s own Kristi Cunningham. Tickets to the show are $10. Performances will be given at the Star Theatre in downtown Willow Springs.
Sept. 14: The Avenue Theatre, 307 Washington Ave., will host Singo Bingo as part of the Downtown West Plains Fall Block Party. Follow @TheAvenueTheatre on Facebook or visit theavenuetheatre.org for details.
Sept. 17 (4:15 p.m.) The grand opening celebration of the West Plains R-7 School District Ballpark will be held ahead of the first home game at the park, vs. Rogersville. The park is on North Howell Avenue, across from West Plains High School. Free commemorative Zizzer gifts will be given and hot dogs will be available. The Zizzer Pride Band will perform, including the Zizzer Fight Song. The public is invited to attend.
Sept. 17 (5 p.m.) The John J. Pershing VA Medical Clinic invites veterans, their families and caregivers to an informational town hall at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. From 4 to 5 p.m., participants can grab cookies and talk with various VA service representatives. Speakers will share updates about the VA and hold a Q&A session from 5 to 6, and afterward, an opportunity to visit VA outreach tables will be 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.
Sept. 18 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Check-in begins in room 112 of Melton Hall, 129 Garfield Ave., for students in seventh through 12th grades attending the 10th annual Missouri Educators for Tomorrow’s Schools Conference, aimed at students interested in becoming teachers. Lunch will be provided. For more information, call 417-255-7904 or email rebenaatkinson@missouristate.edu.
Sept. 19 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) A Food Truck Festival is hosted by the West Plains Civic Center every third Thursday of the month through summer.
Sept. 19 (5:30 p.m.) An artist reception for Barbara Williams, whose exhibit “Ozarks Buildings: Cultural Heritage and Containers of Spirit” is viewable during business hours on the mezzanine at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St., will be hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts alongside Williams’ works.
Sept. 19 (6-8 p.m.) A reception to introduce the 12th president of the Missouri State University System, Dr. Richard “Biff” Williams, will be held in the Student Recreation Center, 323 W. Trish Knight St. Hors d’oeuvres and a hosted bar will be available. There is no cost to attend but registration is required and may be completed by calling 417-255-7240 or visiting alumni.missouristate.edu/biffinwp.
Sept. 20 (6:30 p.m.) Answer-sheet-style trivia at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. In honor of the Ozarks Studies Symposium happening this weekend, it will be heavy on Ozarks trivia. Free to play in, but for a chance to win prizes, the cost is $5.
Sept. 20-21 (7 p.m.) and 22 (3 p.m.) The Avenue Theatre presents “The Game” by Louise Bryant. Parental guidance is recommended for youth younger than 13, as the subject matter deals with suicide awareness and prevention. Tickets are $12 each and may be purchased online at theavenuetheatre.org.
Sept. 21 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) The Amelia Network’s Business Women’s Expo will be held at OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. Prospective vendors and sponsors can find forms to submit online at ozsbi.com/events by scrolling down to “Business Women’s Expo” under “September 2024” and clicking the link. The event is free to attend.
Sept. 21 (11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) Aug. 29 (4-5 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will be the location of Jakes Day, jointly coordinated by the Current River Callers, NWTF and Missouri Department of Conservation for kids ages 6 to 12. Activities include fishing, archery, air rifle, a hunt-shark hike and a wild outdoors activities. Registration is onsite/ no preregistration required. Registered participants will receive a free Jakes membership, goodie bag and a chance to win one of three prizes. Lunch will be served from 11-11:45. No cost for the event.
Sept. 21 (7 p.m.) Local rock trio BrotherPaint performs live rock originals and cover tunes at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. No cover charge.
Sept. 23 (5:30-6:30 p.m.) An informational meeting for those interested in learning more about 4-H will be held at the Howell County MU Extension Office, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd. Contact Katy Taylor for more information at katy.taylor@missouri.edu or 417-683-4409.
Sept. 24-Nov. 12 (5:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays) An eight-week Early Stage Business Boot Camp workshop will be offered by partnering entities including the Greater West Plains Chamber of Commerce, Ozarks Small Business Incubator, MSU-WP and the Missouri Small Business Development Center. Call Tara Horton, 417-837-2617 or TaraHorton@MissouriState.edu for registration details.
Sept. 26 (1-3:30 p.m.) The Howell County Health Department will have its Women’s Mobile Health Services in the parking lot of the Mtn. View Chamber of Commerce on First Street. Services offered: Pap smears, pelvic exams, breast exams, contraception, sexually transmitted disease testing, pregnancy testing, mammogram referrals and lipid and blood sugar screenings. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. Call 417-256-7078.
Sept. 26 (508 p.m.) Open Jam hosted by West Plains Underground at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. Bring an instrument or your voice and join in.
Sept. 26 (6-7:30 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host Nature Art: Pine Needlers for the fourth in a 12-month series of sessions dedicated to embroidering and learning about Missouri’s wildflowers. By signing up, participants are committing to attend all 12 sessions to complete 15 blocks for an entire quilt. A virtual session will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on this date for those who cannot attend in person. Registration required. 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.
Sept. 27 (1-2 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host a virtual program on hummingbirds. Learn about the tiny fliers and how to attract them to your yard or garden. 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.
Sept. 27 (5 p.m.) Vinyl Night at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. Theme: late ’90s post grunge/alternative. Bring a record to share.
Sept. 28 (8 p.m.) Moe’s Karaoke at Wages Brewing Company, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village shopping center. Free to participate.
Sept. 30 (1-4 p.m.) OzSBI will hold a Howell County Smart Start workshop, Developing a Successful Business, at the Mtn. View Community Center, 125 E. First St. in Mtn. View. The free session will present the first steps of starting a business and how to pave the way to success.
Oct. 4 (6 p.m.) The Avenue Theatre, 307 Washington Ave., will host karaoke.
Oct. 5 (7:30 a.m.) Registration begins for the annual Pedal the Cause fundraiser bike ride to support cancer research. Ride begins at 8 a.m. at West Plains High School and is expected to finish between 9:15-9:30 a.m. Spin bikes are available. Helmets required to participate. Prizes will be available and medals will be given to first 200 participants. Those who register by Sept. 7 will get a free T-shirt. Sign up at www.givesignup.org/Race/MO/WestPlains/WestPlainsRidesforPedaltheCause.
Oct. 5 (9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) A dementia resource event will be held at First Baptist Church, 202 Walnut St. The free event includes breakout sessions with elder law attorneys, Alzheimer’s Association representatives, a neurologist, hospice providers and a dementia coach and author. Prize drawings will be held, and free breakfast will be served. Free resources will be available and participants will have time to speak with experts in the field. Email jillpietroburgo@gmail.com for more information.
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 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave., will host a workshop, Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership, presented by leadership development coach and trainer Kim Worlow. Cost is $175 for OzSBI members and $220 for nonmembers.
Oct. 10-11: Baxter Health and KTLO Classic Hits and The Boot will hold their 43rd annual Health Fair and Expo. On Oct. 10, the event will be held at The Sheid on the Arkansas State University-Mtn. Home, Ark., campus, and on Oct. 11, it will be held at the Durand Center in Harrison.
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. 7 (11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.) OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave., will host a Business Women First Luncheon sponsored by Community First Banking Company. “SOULutions for Stress,” presented by leadership development coach and trainer Kim Worlow, will focus on identifying and replacing limiting beliefs about stress, learning new ways to interpret stress and how to influence stress and get it working for you instead of against you. Cost is $20.
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. 18-25: Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection will be underway at area churches. Year-round volunteer opportunities are available. Visit samaritanspurse.org/occ or call 816-622-8316 to learn more.
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.
