Around Town

SEPTEMBER

1-30 Ozarks Food Harvest: Hunger Action Month. Hunger Action Month is Ozarks Food Harvest’s annual campaign to raise awareness about hunger and inspire action. Proceeds will support our Weekend Backpack Program for children. Hungeractionmonth.info.

12 Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lake Taneycomo Elks Lodge 2597, 12951 U.S. Hwy. 160, Forsyth. Give blood 8/29-9/21 for one of four mystery tees with Red Cross and Peanuts design. Limited quantities. Redcrossblood.org/Forsyth.

12 Jukebox Winos: LIVE MUSIC at Bear Creek Wine Co. and Brewery, 5-8 p.m. Enjoy local wine and craft beers, pizza, sandwiches, and desserts. 1320 Keithley Road, Walnut Shade. For more information: www.jukeboxwinos.com; www.bearcreekwinecompany.com; 417-443-0036.

12 The Nest Concert Venue: Wesley Allen & the Modern August in concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wesley Allen, a contemporary Indie-Folk-Americana artist from Northern Arkansas, creates captivating song structures through guitar, bass and drums, resulting in an unforgettable one-man-band experience. 800 MO-248 Bldg. 3, Ste. A, Branson. The Nest is a family friendly, listening room style venue. Reserve tickets at nestconcerts.com.

13 StateoftheOzarks Fest ‘25: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. StateoftheOzarks Fest is a one-day celebration bringing community together for a street fair filled to the brim with food, art, craftsmanship, and fun, all tied to Ozarks history and culture. 26 Downing St., Hollister. www.stateoftheozarks.net

16 Salute to Opportunity & Resource Fair, 1-5 p.m. New Beginnings Fellowship. Event is free and open to the public, with priority of service for veterans and their spouses. 151 W. Elm St., Hollister. 417-335-5370.

17 StateoftheOzarks Art Walk Market (and Halloween Party), 3-8 p.m. Art Walk Market is an event series in which our StateoftheOzarks artisans showcase their creativity to the larger Ozarks community. Vintage Paris’ Halloween party will occur on the same night! Come in costume! 7900 Historic Hwy. 165, Hollister. www.stateoftheozarks.net

17-19 Ozarks Food Harvest: Go Orange Auction 2025. Bid online on unique silent auction items to feed children facing hunger, through Ozarks food harvest’s Weekend Backpack Program. https://givebutter.com/GoOrange2025

18 The Brook Wellness Center 7th Annual Fundraising Banquet, to be held at Church 3:16, 15521 U.S. Hwy. 160, Forsyth. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $40, with all proceeds going to the Child and Youth Haven Project. Call 417-527-8877 or visit www.thebrookwellnesscenter.org, where you’ll also find a link to donate toward this valuable project.

18 Jukebox Winos: LIVE MUSIC at Cellar 417, 5-7 p.m. Enjoy good eats at the newest scratch kitchen: fresh seasonal dishes, sharable plates to dinner specials, wine, beer, cocktails, full bar, restaurant and patio seating. Gorgeous lake view. We’ll play favorite covers and original music. 15038 Bus. Hwy. 13, Branson West. For more information: www.jukeboxwinos.com; www.cellar417.com; 417-527-3799.

18 Kimberling Area Library: Author meet & greet with Deborah Spencer Foliart: “A Small Town Somewhere.” Debut of a series about a career girl and the town she can’t completely leave behind. September 18 at 6 p.m., Kimberling Area Library, 45 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. 

19  Forsyth Garden Club plant and bake sale, 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. There will also be silent auction baskets. Proceeds of the sale are used to sponsor scholarships for College of the Ozarks students. We also appreciate any extra donations for improvements at Forsythia Park next to the library. 162 Main St., Forsyth. Facebook page: Garden Club of Forsyth, Missouri.

19 Annual National POW/MIA Recognition Day service. VOTO Honor Guard, guests and POW/MIA Chairman, Mary Schantag, will gather in the Autumn Daze Main Stage area outside The Columns, 3750 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, 10 a.m. Work is still being done to achieve a full accounting of all the 85,000-plus (2,400 from Missouri) U.S. service members, who were imprisoned or are unaccounted for as a result of their military service. The day is meant to bring attention worldwide to those missing, and their families, some of whom have waited decades for answers. For information, call Mary Schantag, POW Network, 417-336-4232.

19 StateoftheOzarks Art Walk Market, 3-8 p.m. Art Walk Market is an event series in which our StateoftheOzarks artisans showcase their creativity to the larger Ozarks community. Shop for fine art, handcrafted items, baked goods, produce, home decor and more! This juried event is free to attend. 7900 Historic Hwy. 165, Hollister. www.stateoftheozarks.net

19 Christian Women’s Conference: 6-9:30 p.m. Come join us for the Wonderful Women of the Cross “For such a time as this” Conference. Come for a time of laughter, music, comedy, worship and anointed teaching! Speakers are Rita Sanders, Barbara Fairchild and judge Tiffany Yarnell. 1791 Bee Creek Rd., Branson. Cost is $40 (scholarships available if needed) Women of all faiths welcome. Call Cheryl Davidson at 417-699-3493 for more information and to buy tickets, or email Rita at rksanders01@msn.com.

20 Discovery Quilters’ quilt show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Shell Knob Elementary School, 24400 State Hwy. 39, Shell Knob. Judged show of beautiful quilts. Vendors, silent and live auctions, boutique, prizes.

20 Kimberling Area Library Children’s Program: S.T.E.A.M. special event, 10:30 a.m. 45 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. 417-739-2525

20 Christian Women’s Conference: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Come join us for the Wonderful Women of the Cross “For such a time as this” Conference.

20 Tri-Lakes Humane Society: Spay-Getti (and No Balls) at the Races, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Join Tri-Lakes Humane Society at Table Rock American Legion, 2 Woodland Ave., Kimberling City. $25 ticket includes dinner, raffle entry and mouse races. Proceeds help homeless pets! https://www.tri-lakeshumanesoc.org/upcoming-events-1

20 Jukebox Winos: LIVE MUSIC at The Ozarker Lodge, 6-8 p.m. Woofstock ‘25 Peace Love Rescue is making the next Dog Adoption Tour Stop at this creekside modern rustic venue! Enjoy heated pool, creek, family-friendly atmosphere. Event supports Taney Co. Animal Control & The Dallas Ranch non-profit fostering. 995 Hwy. 165, Branson. For more information: www.jukeboxwinos.com; www.theozarkerlodge.com. 417-348-1683.

20 Murder Mystery Dinner Show: For the third year, Pointe Royale is hosting the Hollister High School Tiger Theater Co. in their Murder Mystery dinner show! 6-8:30 p.m. Tickets are $35; BRING CASH to tip your student servers! Tickets must be purchased in advance; call the office during business hours to purchase tickets: 417-334-0634. 142 Clubhouse Dr., Branson.

21 Discovery Quilters’ quilt show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Shell Knob Elementary School, 24400 State Hwy. 39, Shell Knob. Judged show of beautiful quilts. View our quilters’ work, shop our vendors, bid on silent and live auctions, visit our boutique of hand-made items for sale and win door prizes. At 3:00, Viewer’s Choice awarded. Drawing for queen size quilt, sewing machine donated by Shawn’s Sewing Center and a handcrafted walnut chair that includes a treadle sewing machine frame made by Evan Parrot. You need not be present to win.

22 Kimberling Area Library: Storytime with the Master Gardeners, 10:30 a.m. 45 Kimberling Blvd. Kimberling City. 417-739-2525.

22-23 Branson Hollister Senior Center: Mr G’s Pizza fundraiser, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Support the Branson Hollister Senior Center. Let your server know you are here to support us. Proceeds will go toward more fun events for our center. 202 1/2 N Commercial St., Branson. Branson Hollister Senior Center on Facebook.

24 Plan to come join the Veterans of the Ozarks and the Kimberling City Elks Lodge 2505 for an amazing evening of fine food and wine elegance at the Elks Lodge 37 Beach Blvd., Kimberling City. Wine and dinner pairing courtesy of Lindwedel Winery. Cocktail hour: 5:30-6:30; dinner at 6:30 p.m. Live dinner music: Flugelhorn stylings of Chris Conant, Kimberling City. Price: $100 per person or tables of 8 for $700: includes cocktail, 3 course wine/dinner pairing, commemorative souvenir wine glass. All proceeds donated to Heartland Canines for Veterans to assist in providing life changing service dogs to disabled veterans. Event is open to the public. Contact David (Mac) McAllister for reservations: dkmac86@gmail.

25 Our Lady of the Ozarks Catholic Church: Fall Rummage & Bake Sale, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. This is a huge sale: clothing, children’s Christmas, Dept. 56, housewares, music, books, jewelry, outdoors, collectibles, tools, furniture. Be sure to check out our BAKE SALE. 951 Swan Valley Drive, Forsyth. ourladyofthelakes.com

25 Jukebox Winos: LIVE MUSIC at LAKE VIBEZ, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Enjoy this family-friendly destination that’s more than just a gas station located across from Table Rock State Park. Casual, trendy with friendly staff serving up delicious burgers, sandwiches, apps, full bar. We’ll play favorite covers & originals! 5439 Hwy. 165, Branson. For more information: www.jukeboxwinos.com; 417-336-2811.

Sept 25-Oct. 1 Ozarks Food Harvest: Empty Bowls 2025 - Online Event, 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m. Shop for bowls online Sept. 25–Oct. 1, or stop by the in-person event for an exclusive collection at Panera on S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, on Thur., Oct. 2, from 3-7 p.m. The first 250 donors will receive free soup and bread from Panera while supplies last. The online portion of this event will run from 12 a.m. on Sept. 25 until 11:59 p.m., October 1. https://givebutter.com/c/ofhemptybowls2025

26 Our Lady of the Ozarks Catholic Church: Fall Rummage & Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. This is a huge sale: clothing, children’s Christmas, Dept. 56, housewares, music, books, jewelry, outdoors, collectibles, tools, furniture. Be sure to check out our BAKE SALE. 951 Swan Valley Drive, Forsyth. ourladyofthelakes.com

26 Steel Guitar Show, 2-8 p.m. Ozark Steel Guitar Association steel guitar show. Live music with over 20 steel guitar players from six states. Praise & Worship Lutheran Church, 9138 E. Hwy. 76, Branson West. Admission by donations. Free parking. Food available from the P&W men’s group. 417-294-1268

26 Jukebox Winos: LIVE MUSIC at TAPS on Downing St., 6-8 p.m. Enjoy 24 craft beers and cider on tap, local wine, and Hook and Ladder’s Pizza truck on site in this modern-rustic local tap room and beer garden. We’ll play favorite covers and original music. Family friendly. 260 Birdcage Walk, Hollister. For more information: www.jukeboxwinos.com; tapsondowning.com; 417-544-0610.

27 Our Lady of the Ozarks Catholic Church: Fall Rummage & Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. This is a huge sale: clothing, children’s Christmas, Dept. 56, housewares, music, books, jewelry, outdoors, collectibles, tools, furniture. Be sure to check out our BAKE SALE. 951 Swan Valley Drive, Forsyth. ourladyofthelakes.com

27 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Ozark Steel Guitar Association steel guitar show. Live music with over 20 steel guitar players from six states. Praise & Worship Lutheran Church, 9138 E. Hwy. 76, Branson West. Admission by donations. Free parking. Food available from the P&W men’s group. 417-294-1268.

27 Wonders of Wildlife: National Hunting & Fishing Day and Native American Heritage Celebration, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Join us on the campus of Wonders of Wildlife for this FREE vibrant festival filled with activities, food, drinks and live entertainment. This year, we’re proud to celebrate Indigenous cultures’ connection to the land, wildlife and conservation. 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield. https://wondersofwildlife.org/nhfday-celebration/

27 Fundraiser: Neighbors and Friends of Table Rock Lake announce their Twilight Auction at Chateau on the Lake, 415 North State Highway 265, Branson., from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Buffet, silent and live auction. Tickets, information on our website: www.nftrl.org. NFTRL is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization of over 320 members serving Stone and Taney County charities.

27 Jukebox Winos: Woofstock ‘25 live music and open house at Aspire Day Spa & Accucare, 292 Wintergreen Rd., Branson, from 1-5 p.m. Benefits the Dallas Ranch and Taney County Animal Shelter, featuring adoptable dogs. Tour newly renovated spaces, explore new services, enter to win door prizes! Live music 1-3 p.m. For more information: www.jukeboxwino.com; www.aspiredayspa.com; www.accucarebranson.com. 417-337-0303.

28 Wonders of Wildlife: National Hunting & Fishing Day and Native American Heritage Celebration, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Join us on the campus of Wonders of Wildlife for this FREE vibrant festival filled with activities, food, drinks and live entertainment. This year, we’re proud to celebrate Indigenous cultures’ connection to the land, wildlife and conservation. 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield. https://wondersofwildlife.org/nhfday-celebration/

OCTOBER

2 Ozarks Food Harvest: Empty Bowls 2025 - In-Person Event, 3-7 p.m. Stop by the in-person event for an exclusive collection at Panera on S. Campbell Ave. 4100 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, Thurs., Oct. 2 from 3-7 p.m. The first 250 donors (online or in-person) will receive free soup and bread from Panera while supplies last.

4 Ham Radio Boot Camp Technician Level, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 1-day review/testing. Study prior to Boot Camp www.Hamstudy.org. $60, includes the testing fee, lunch, membership in TLARC. With passing score, programmed Tri-band handheld radio also provided. Contact TLARC tlarcbranson@gmail.com Class limited to 15. 1208 West 76 Country Blvd., Branson https://www.facebook.com/trilakesarc73

4 Blessing of the Animals: 5:30-6 p.m. Pets of all faiths welcome! Service to celebrate the Festival of St. Francis of Assisi and show your pets how much you love them. Service with bulletin, music and lots of tail wagging. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 3 Northwoods Drive, Kimberling City. Please have pets on a leash or in a carrier; bring chair as it is held in parking lot. Judy: 417-338-5488.

7 Kimberling Area Library LEGO Club, 4:15 p.m. Join us as we create, build and play. We supply the LEGOS, you supply your imagination. Ages 5 and up. 45 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. Phone number: 417-739-2525.

7 Fundraiser for The Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters: For the love of the Ozarks—preserving the place we call home, 6:30 p.m. The Keeter Center, Silver Dollar City Parlor, College of the Ozarks. Featuring Hillcrofters member Governor Mike Kehoe. Tables of 8: $600; individual ticket: $75. Seats are limited. To purchase tables and/or tickets, call Sandy Ellis, 417-742-3082. Please RSVP by August 26. For information on the Hillcrofters, call Curtis Copeland, 417-339-6882 or Hayden Head, 417-231-6296.

13 Kimberling Area Library Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Books, games, songs, crafts. All ages welcome. 45 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. Phone number: 417-739-2525.

17 StateoftheOzarks Art Walk Market (and Halloween Party), 3-8 p.m. Art Walk Market is an event series in which our StateoftheOzarks artisans showcase their creativity to the larger Ozarks community. Vintage Paris’ Halloween party will occur on the same night! Come in costume! 7900 Historic Hwy. 165, Hollister. www.stateoftheozarks.net

24 WOW: Goodnight in the Galleries, 7 p.m.-8 a.m. When the lights go out, the adventure begins. This October, brave guests ages five and up are invited to spend an unforgettable night inside Wildlife Galleries for spine-tingling journey inspired by Night at the Museum. 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield. Registration deadline: October 10, 11:59 p.m. https://wondersofwildlife.org/event/goodnight-in-the-galleries

27 Kimberling Area Library Storytime: Halloween/Costume Party, 10:30 a.m. 45 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. Phone number: 417-739-2525.