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Through June 28 (7 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare will offer sports physicals for area kindergarten through eighth grade students on weekdays at the Zizzer Clinic, 1013 College St. Walk-ins are available but appointments are encouraged. On June 20 only, clinic hours will be extended to 7 p.m. to accommodate those with busy schedules.
Through June 28: Ozark Artery is accepting entries to its Conversation Starters art show. All mediums are welcome, but 3-D and interactive works are preferred. Artworks should inspire conversations or social interaction. There is no entry fee and each artist may submit up to three works. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three placers. The show will be exhibited at the Yellow House with an artist reception from 4-6 p.m. July 13, during which time winners will be announced. Visit “Ozark Artery” on Facebook for full details.
Through June 30 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) Angela Bullard’s artwork will be featured on the first floor of OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave., in an exhibit sponsored through a partnership between the incubator and the West Plains Council on the Arts. The show is an eclectic assortment of Bullard’s work, from needle-felted landscapes to encaustic florals to acrylic abstracts.
Through June 30 (9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays) The West Plains Council on the Arts partners with the West Plains Public Library, 750 @ W. Broadway to bring art to the community. Photography from Marc Brannan will be on display.
Through Aug. 31: McDonald’s and the West Plains Public Library are partnering for Happy McReaders. Children younger than 17 may pick up a punch card at the library, 750 W. Broadway, and receive a free Happy Meal from a West Plains McDonalds for every 10 punches on their card.
June 26 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography unit will be at Town & Country Supermarket, 102 Main St., Gainesville. 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.
June 26 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Leadership Development and Coaching Strategist Kirsten Anderson will present a workshop, Employee Engagement & Retention, at OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. Attendees will learn about two critical factors that shape organizational success, as well as practical strategies and tools designed to enhance engagement and retention. Register by calling 417-256-9724 or visit ozsbi.com/events.
June 26 (5-8 p.m.) An open mic/jam session will be hosted by Anthony Garner at Wages Brewing Company 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village Shopping Center. No cost to participate or watch. Music, poetry, comedy, etc. performances welcome.
June 27 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography unit will be at the West Plains Bank and Trust Company-Willow Springs, 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.
June 27 (10-11 a.m.) The West Plains Public Library will host Circus Kaput for children at the civic center, 110 St. Louis St.
June 27 (6-7:30 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host Nature Art: Pine Needlers for the first of a 12-month series 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.
June 28 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) The City of West Plains will host a workshop at city hall for those interested in learning more about securing permits for construction work, including new and replacement electrical, HVAC and plumbing work, as well as structural work.
June 28 (6:30 p.m.) Trivia Night (answer sheet format) at Wages Brewing Company 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. in East Towne Village Shopping Center. There is a $5 buy-in per player for prizes, otherwise free to play.
June 29 (8-11 a.m.) Sleep in Heavenly Peace will host a Build Day at 205 Trish Knight St., Suite 205. The nonprofit builds beds for children in need. Those interested in volunteering may call David Ball, 417-274-1469.
June 29 (8:30 a.m.) Check-in begins for the Zizzer Tennis fundraiser Pickle Ball Tournament at the “old” tennis courts at West Plains High School. Play begins at 9 a.m. and brackets will be posted two days prior. There will be four divisions: under 18, 18-plus, 35-plus and 55-plus; doubles teams only. Cost is $20 per play. To sign up or for more information email heidi.schneider@zizzers.org or nathan.huddleston@zizzers.org.
June 29 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Willow Springs Farmers Market will be held at Booster Field in Willow Springs.
June 29 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) Cedarhurst of West Plains, 1521 U.S. 63, will host Classic Cars and Cobblers, a car show with homemade cobbler desserts. The public is welcome to the free event. Tours of the facility and community will also be available.
June 29 (10:30 a.m.) The Dawt Church of Christ will host a Centennial Celebration with a group photo of the congregation. Following the formal portion of the service, the congregation will gather in the pavilion behind the children for an old-fashioned “dinner on the grounds,” comfortably seated in the shade with a view of North Fork River. Following lunch, a singing will be held. All who have ever been associated with the Dawt congregation are invited to attend and bring a dish “of your best recipe.” The general public is welcome to any and all portions of the celebration, expected to last three to four hours.
June 29 (7 p.m.) Mean Mary will perform at the Yellow House Community Arts Center, 209 W. Trish Knight St. She will bring her banjo, guitar, fiddle, percussion and any other of her 11 instruments she can fit into her vehicle to perform songs across genres including roots, bluegrass, blues and folk.
June 30; July 7, 14, 21 (9 a.m.) West Plains Elks Lodge 2418, 3336 N. U.S. 63, hosts Bingo every Sunday. Nonmembers are welcome to play.
July 1-31: Birthday Blessings is hosting its second annual toy drive and seeking nonprofits, businesses and civic groups to host or promote a collection site. Interested parties may message @BirthdayBlessings2013 on Facebook, call 417-372-5306 or email office@birthdayblessings.onmicrosoft.com.
July 1: Entries to the Fulton County Fair Creative Arts exhibit are due. The link to enter online is fultonca.fairwire.com. Entries may be submitted through midnight. Exhibitors will check in from 1-4 p.m. July 15 at the fairgrounds in Salem, Ark. Call 870-895-5565 or email fultoncountyfair1@gmail.com.
July 1-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.
July 1-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.
July 2 (10-11 a.m.) The West Plains Public Library will host a free youth program presented by the Missouri Department of Conservation, “Snakes!” at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St.
July 4: Independence Day. All government offices and buildings will be closed, including the library. The Quill office will be closed. MSU-WP classes will not meet and offices will be closed.
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 for competitions and parade are online at www.wschamber.net.
July 6 (11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) The Mtn. View Alumni Association will hold its annual meeting in the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 409 U.S. 60 in Mtn. View. Registration will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by an invocation and meal. Tips will benefit the First Baptist Church Youth Group. A business meeting and visitation will take place from 1:30-3:30 p.m Speakers are needed for honor classes of 1969, 1964, 1959 and 1954. Officers are also needed. Early reservations are helpful and may be made with scholarship donations by contacting Charry McCann by phone at 417-247-9772, email at mvhsalumni65548@gmail.com, or mail at 205 E. Seventh St., Mountain View, MO 65548.
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 6 (5:30 p.m.) Pine Meadows Venue, 1445 Highway 76 in Willow Springs, will host Red, White & Blue Concert for a Cause to benefit Whetstone Boys Ranch and celebrate America’s Independence. Live music will be performed by Anthony Garner, Nick Davis and Brady Walton. Food trucks will be on hand and a fireworks show will be displayed. Tickets are are available online at pinemeadowsmo.square.site, $20 per adult and $5 for children 12 and younger. Sponsors are sought for the event. Interested parties may email events.pinemeadows@gmail.com or call 479-244-6062 or 417-761-1296.
July 9-10: Ozarks Healthcare will offer its M*A*S*H (Medical Academy of Science and Health) Camp for youths in seventh through 12th grades.A two-day session for high school age students will be held July 9-10, and seventh- and eighth-graders will be able to participate in a single-day session July 11. Apply online by May 31 via OZH’s website, www.ozarkshealthcare.com; a $25 application fee is assessed. For more information contact Sammi Radosevich, 417-505-0038.
July 9 (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) Janessa’s Lemonade Stand will be set up at Willow Care Nursing Home in Willow Springs. Youth entrepreneur Janessa began the enterprise as a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association in honor of her Great-Grandma Better, who would have been 89 on this day.
July 10 and 11 (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) Ozarka College will host a youth Aviation Camp for grades four through six on July 10 and seven through 12 on July 11. The camp will be held at Melbourne Municipal Airport, 524 Airport Road, Melbourne, Ark. Tuition is $75 per child. Learn more at www.ozarka.edu or call 870-368-2391.
July 10 (1-3 p.m.) A meet-the-artists event will be held at the West Plains Public Library, 750 W. Broadway. Come, view art and meet the artists, participants at Honest Imagination Day Habilition.
July 11 and 18 (4-6 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host Discover Nature: Fishing Lessons 1 and 2. Learn the parts and function of a spin cast fishing rood and real and how to cast safely and successfully, fasten basic tackle to a line and catch and handle fish properly. Then learn knotting and baiting techniques. Participation is for children ages 7 and older, accompanied by an adult. Equipment and instruction will be provided. These lessons must be completed before attending lessons 3 and 4. Registration required. Sign up online by going to www.mdc.mo.gov and clicking on “Discover Nature Fishing.
July 12 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) TCMH will host a “Chillin’ in the Ozarks” CBCO blood drive in its Jayson Gentry Community Safe Room, 1333 S. Sam Houston Blvd. in Houston. Donors will receive a free plush beach towel while supplies last. Appointments are encouraged and may be made by calling 417-227-5006 or visiting www.cbco.org/donate-blood. Photo ID required for all donors.
July 12 and 19 (4-6 p.m.) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center in Winona will host Discover Nature: Fishing Lessons 3 and 4. Learn basic biological concepts and functions of Missouri native fit, plus their habitat and food webs. Then learn about using lures and understanding fishing regulations. Participation is for children ages 7 and older, accompanied by an adult. Equipment and instruction will be provided. Attendees must have been to Lessons 1 and 2 first to attend these sessions. Registration required. Sign up online by going to www.mdc.mo.gov and clicking on “Discover Nature Fishing.
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 13 (4-6 p.m.) An artist reception at The Yellow House, 209 W. Trish Knight St., will recognize the artists featured in the Ozark Artery’s Conversation Starters art show. Winners of the show will be announced. The event is free and open to the public.
July 13 (6 p.m.) The historic Avenue Theatre presents Red, White & Blue Live at the Avenue, a live music celebration with a People’s Choice award. Admission is $10 for spectators. Those interested in participating should email christi@theavenuetheatre.org by July 6.
July 16 (10 a.m.) Local John Deere dealership Heritage Tractor’s Traveling Tractor Tour will present a donation check of $1,000 to West Plains Regional Animal Shelter on BB Highway.
July 16 (6 p.m.) The story of Henry Rowe Schoolcraft and his journey through the Ozarks presented by educator and columnist Dr. Rick Mansfield at Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St. Sponsored by Ozarks Heritage Research Center. Call 417-255-7945 for more information.
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.
July 18 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) A workshop by Kristen Anderson on Customer Service Essentials will be hosted by OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. For details and registration visit crm.ozsbi.com events.
July 18 (10-11 a.m.) The West Plains Public Library will host a free youth program presented by Randy the Magic Guy at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St.
July 18, Aug. 15, 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.
July 20 (8 p.m.) A demolition derby will be held at the Fulton County Fairgrounds, 124 Arena Lane, Salem, Ark. Entry fee for car and driver is $50, and a Kid’s Derby will be held during intermission. Cash prizes will be awarded. Email fultoncountyfair1@gmail.com or call 870-095-5565 for more information, or to see rules, visit www.fultoncountyfair.org.
July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 23 (5:30 p.m.) The Willow Springs Arts Council meets upstairs in the Ferguson Building in downtown Willow Springs. All local artist and those interested in promoting the arts are welcome to attend.
July 24: Last Day of summer classes at MSU-WP.
Aug. 2, 9 and 14: Missouri State University-West Plains hosts STudent Advising and Registration (STAR) Orientation for new students. Contact the academic advisement center office at 417-255-7222 for more information and to register.
Aug. 8 (2-4 p.m.) A meet-the-artist event for painter Rhonda Richter will be held in the lobby of OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. The public is invited to attend and view and discuss Richter’s works on display.
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.
Aug. 22 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) A workshop, “Quickbooks Online for Business,” will be presented by Ila Sloan at OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave. For details and registration visit crm.ozsbi.com events.
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.
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.
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. 10-11: 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. 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.
