To ensure events make it on the calendar, please send them in at least one week in advance. Fax them to 417-256-2208 or email them here.

FEBRUARY

Through Feb. - Missouri State University’s February Film Series, “That’s Entertainment!,” will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the following dates:
Feb. 16: The King and I
Feb. 23: Grease- the Rockin Rydell version

All movies will be held at the West Plains Civic Center. Admission to the movies is free.

Through Mar. 10 - Dennis Crider’s photo exhibit, “Furry, Feathered and other Friends” will be featured at the Gallery at the Center, located on the mezzanine of the West Plains Civic Center Feb. 13 – March 10. An opening reception is scheduled for 11a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18

Feb. 22 – West Plains Family Church is hosting The Burkhardsmeier Family for a night of music, drama and teaching February 22 at 7 PM and February 26 at 10 AM. There is a $5 admission.

Feb. 22 - A community Ash Wednesday service will be held February 22 at First United Methodist Church in West Plains, with Rev. Rebecca Kiser officiating. A soup supper will be held at 6 PM, service is at 7 PM.

Feb. 22 – The Friends of the Baxter County Library will hold their monthly meeting Wednesday, February 22 at 1:30 PM at the Donald W. Reynolds Library.

Feb. 22 – Story Time will be happening at the Donald W. Reynolds Library in Mtn. Home from 10:30-11:30 AM. The theme for story time is Miss Judy’s Picks.

Feb. 23 - A meeting concerning the Piney River Watershed will be held Thursday, February 23 from 6-8 PM at 810 South Sam Houston Blvd, Houston, MO.(Next to Hardee’s on Hwy. 63) For mroe information call Peter Maki at 417-967-0676.

Feb. 23 – An Open House will be held at the Good Samaritan Society of Mountain Home February 23 starting at 11:30 AM.

Feb. 23 - Spintronix will put on a halftime performance promoting breast cancer awareness during the MSU-West Plains basketball game. Game begins at 7 PM.

Feb. 23 – Puppies! is the theme for Story Time at the West Plains Public Library Thursday, Feb. 23 and Saturday, Feb. 25 from 10:30-11 AM for kids ages 2-6. The story, Ivan the Terrier by Peter Catalanotto, will be read and children can play with Terrier mix puppies. “Dog chow” will be served for snack!

Feb. 25 – A special meeting and celebration of the Pack 62 Cub Scouts will be held at the Houston Elementary School Cafeteria at 6 PM. The meal will be a potluck style dinner with drinks and desserts. Please feel free to bring a dish. Commemorative Blue & Gold 2012 Patches are available for pre-order at the cost of $1.50 each. To RSVP call Alisa at 417-967-5291

Feb. 25 – Puppies! is the theme for Story Time at the West Plains Public Library Saturday, Feb. 25 from 10:30-11 AM for kids ages 2-6. The story, Ivan the Terrier by Peter Catalanotto, will be read and children can play with Terrier mix puppies. “Dog chow” will be served for snack!

Feb. 25 – The Willow Springs Arts Council will present Mary Conlin’s senior project, “With Love, From Broadway,” at the Star Theater in Willow Springs on February 25 at 7 PM. The show is a musical extravaganza showcasing local talent and some classic Broadway tunes. All tickets are $5. For tickets, contact, Mary Conlin at 417-855-0583 or ticket manager Serge Iocovlev at 417-252-1130.

Feb. 25 – The annual Polar Plunge to support the athletes of Special Olympics of Arkansas will take place Saturday, February 25 at Henderson Park on Lake Norfork. Registration begins at 10 AM, and the plunge will commence at 11 AM. Each person needs to raise a minimum of $50.00 to register and “take the plunge”. For more information call 870-425-7000.

Feb. 25 - The public is invited to visit the Donald W. Reynolds Library on Saturday, February 25 and experience the legend of the Arkansas Traveler. A play will take place at 10:30 AM, and from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, a photo opportunity featuring pioneer costumes and props will be held. To avoid a wait, you may schedule a photo session appointment in person after the theater performance. For more information visit www.baxlib.org

Feb. 25 – Story Time will be happening at the Donald W. Reynolds Library in Mtn. Home from 10:30-11:30 AM. The theme for story time is Miss Judy’s Picks.

Feb. 26 – West Plains Family Church is hosting The Burkhardsmeier Family for a night of music, drama and teaching February 26 at 10 AM. There is a $5 admission.

Feb. 27 – Howell County Emergency Management will host a Weather Spotters Training Class presented by the National Weather Service on February 27 at 6 PM in the Magnolia Room of the West Plains Civic Center in West Plains, Missouri. This training is free to all area responders as well as the public and are urged to attend. Post Credits will be available for those who require continuing education credits. Any questions contact Lt. Mike Coldiron Howell County Emergency Management Director at 417-256-2544 or 417-293-1591.

Feb. 28 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called Getting Your Business Online from 6-8 PM February 28. The cost is $35. For more information, go here.

Feb. 28 – The Mountain View Elementary PTO is having a meeting on February 28 at 5:30 PM in the Elementary School Cafeteria. All parents are encouraged to attend.

Feb. 28 – The Extreme Entrepreneurship Tour will visit the West Plains Civic Center Tuesday, February 28 from 9:30 AM to 2 PM to expose students and community members to the opportunities entrepreneurship provides.

Feb. 28 – The North Howell County Republican Women will hold a dinner at 6 PM at Hillbilly Junction in Willow Springs, with a meeting starting at 7 PM. Contact Carol Ann Richardson at 417-469-2525 for information.

Feb. 29 – A special Lenten service will be held February 29 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Plains, at 7 PM, with a soup supper at 6 PM. Rev. Mark Mildren officiating.

Feb. 29 – Story Time will be happening at the Donald W. Reynolds Library in Mtn. Home from 10:30-11:30 AM. The theme for story time is Dr. Seuss’ Birthday.

MARCH

Mar. 2 - The Grace Amazing Tour, featuring Jimmy Needham, Trip Lee and introducing Adam Cherry, will be held March 2 at First Baptist Church in West Plains at 7 PM. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door.

Mar. 3 - The Ozarks Writers Group will meet at 1 PM at the Star Theater Annex in Willow Springs. Contact Sandra Claussen at 417-962-0262 for information.

Mar. 3 - The 20th Annual Home and Garden Show will be held March 3 from 9 AM to 5 PM and March 4 from 11 AM to 4 PM at the West Plains Civic Center. Admission is $4.

Mar. 3 - The MSU-West Plains U/CP Department presents Hamlet vs. Zombies, at 7 PM at the West Plains Civic Center Theater. Admission is $8, and is free with a BearPass ID. The show contains implied violence. Mar. 12 – The West Plains Community Band will present a St. Patrick’s Day Concert March 12 at 7 PM at the West Plains Civic Center Theater. Admission is free.

Mar. 3 – A seminar on Spraying and Pruning Home Fruit Crops will be held Saturday, March 3 at the Missouri State Fruit Experiment Station, Mountain Grove from 8:30 AM to 2 PM. The event is free.

Mar. 3 – A special bluegrass concert featuring the Queen City Cats from Springfield will be held at the Star Theatre in Willow Springs at 7 PM.

Mar. 5 – The Junction Hill PTO is sponsoring a Donkey Basketball game at 6:30 PM. Advance tickets are $6 each or $8 at the gate. To purchase tickets contact the school at 417-256-4265.

Mar. 6 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called An Overview of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

Mar. 6 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called What to Expect When Starting A Business. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

Mar. 7 - A community Lenten Service will be held March 7th at First Christian Church in West Plains. A 6 PM Soup Supper will be followed by worship at 7 PM. The Rev. Mike Kyle will preach.

Mar. 7 – A Fruit Brandy Distillation Workshop will be held Wednesday, March 7 at the Mountain Grove Cellars, Mountain Grove. Cost is $100 and preregistration is required. Limited to 12 participants. You must be at least 21 years old to attend this workshop.

Mar. 8 – University of Missouri Extension is hosting a Beef and Forage Seminar on Thursday, March 8 at the West Plains Civic Center. Registration will start at 5:30 PM, with the meal and presentations to follow. Pre-registration is required with a fee of $10 per person or $15 for two people from the same household/farm. Deadline to pre-register is March 2, 2012. To pre-register or for more information, please contact the Howell County Extension Center at 417-256-2391.

Mar. 9 - The Animal Shelter of Texas County presents the Lucky Dog and Cool Cat Gala at the Houston Community Building, featuring the Miles from Nowhere Band and Candy Coburn. Dinner is served from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, with music at 8 PM. Tickers are $50 and available at the Animal Shelter of Texas County and Romines Motor Co. You can also call 417-967-0700.

Mar. 9-10 – The Pioneer Saddle Club will be having a rummage sale at 1709 Porter Waggoner Blvd Friday from 7 AM to 6 PM and Saturday from 7 AM to 4 PM. The proceeds will be used to do repair work to the cook shack.

Mar. 10 - An Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED class will be held at the West Plains Red Cross office on Main St. March 10  from 9 AM to 4 PM. For additional class times and information, visit www.redcross.org.

Mar. 10 – The Cabool Golf Club’s annual Golf Tournament (2-person scramble) will be held March 10 at the Wedgewood Country Club in Mtn. Grove. Registration begins at 8 am, with tee-off at 9 am. The cost for this event is $40 per player, and includes 18 holes of golf, riding cart (limited amount of carts), lunch and various awards. For more information or to preregister call Andrew Eckman at 417-257-4301.

Mar. 10 - The Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass Association Acoustic Music Concert Series featuring Eddie and Martha Adcock, and Scott Shipley and the Model Prisoners will happen at the Avenue Theater in West Plains.

Mar. 13 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called An Overview of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

Mar. 14 – A Computer Basics Class will be held at the West Plains Public Library from 2-4 PM. This hands-on class includes basic computer terminology, a Mouse tutorial and an introduction to Microsoft Word. Class size is limited to 10. Register in person at the library on Wednesday, March 7 at 9 AM.

Mar. 14 – A community Lenten Service will be held March 14th at First Presbyterian Church in West Plains. A 6 PM Soup Supper will be followed by worship at 7 PM. The Rev. Elliot Anderson will preach.

Mar. 14 – A First Aid/CPR/AED class will be held at the West Plains Red Cross office on Main St. March 14  from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For additional class times and information, visit www.redcross.org.

Mar. 15 – The Church of God of Prophecy in Houston will host the Watoto Children’s Choir March 15 at 7 PM at the Houston High School at 7 PM.

Mar. 17 – Tri-County Master Gardeners and MSU Fruit Station will be having a free seminar on Growing Berries in the Home Garden. Saturday March 17, 8:45 AM to 12 PM at the MSU Fruit Station in Mountain Grove.

Mar. 20 – An Adult First Aid/CPR/AED class will be held at the West Plains Red Cross office on Main St. March 20  from 9 AM to 3 PM. For additional class times and information, visit www.redcross.org.

Mar. 20 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called Basic Internet Marketing from 6-9 PM. The cost is $35. For more information, go here.

Mar. 21 – A community Lenten Service will be held March 21st at All Saints Episcopal Church in West Plains, with a 6 PM Soup Supper and worship at 7 PM. Deacon Pat Keefe will preach.

Mar. 21 - A Class on Microsoft Word will be held at the West Plains Public Library from 2-4 PM. Starting off with a review from week one, this class focuses on Microsoft Word 2007 and includes printing and saving a document. Class size is limited to 10. Register in person at the library on Wednesday, March 7 at 9 AM.

Mar. 22 – A Food Safety Workshop will be held Thursday March 22 at the Missouri State Fruit Experiment Station, Mountain Grove from 1-4 p.m. The workshop is free.

Mar. 23 - A Babysitter’s class will be held at the West Plains Red Cross office on Main St. March 23  from 9 AM to 5 PM. For additional class times and information, visit www.redcross.org.

Mar. 24 – A Grafting Workshop will be held Saturday, March 24 at the Missouri State Fruit Experiment Station in Mountain Grove from 8 a.m.-noon. Cost is $5 per person.

Mar. 26 – Men’s slow pitch softball starts the last week of March in West Plains. Entry fee is $300 per team. For more info contact Dereck Tyler at 417-274-4039.

Mar. 27 – Fairview School will hold Pre-K and Kindergarten screenings from 8 AM to 3 PM March 27 and April 27. To sign up please call Fairview at 417-256-3868 and ask to set up an appointment. On your child’s screening date please don’t forget their SSN, birth certificate, proof of residency, and shot record.

Mar. 27 - The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called Financial Statements Simplified from 6-8 PM. The cost is $35. For more information, go here.

Mar. 28 - A Class on the Internet and E-Mail will be held at the West Plains Public Library from 2-4 PM. This class begins with introduction to the Internet, including keyword searching along with basic Internet tips. At the end of class, students may register for an email account. Class size is limited to 10. Register in person at the library on Wednesday, March 7 at 9 AM.

Mar. 28 – A community Lenten Service will be held March 28 at 7 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church in West Plains, with Rev. Mike Heston officiating. A coffee fellowship will be held afterward.

Mar. 29 – The Arvest Concert Series at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home will present Sweet Harmony in a free concert at the Vada Sheid Community Development Center at 7 PM on March 29. For more information, call the ASUMH Office of Development at 870-508-6105.

Mar. 29 – Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic will host their annual Celebrity Dinner to raise money for the PTSC Memorial Scholarship Foundation from 6-9 PM at the West Plains Opera House. The night includes dinner, a silent and live auction, the awarding of the 2012 scholarship recipients as well as an American Idol skit with “local celebrities.” Tickets are now available for $30. If you would like to purchase a ticket or are interested in sponsoring the dinner please call Claire at 417-256-5669.

APRIL

Apr. 3 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called What to Expect When Starting a Business from 3-5 PM. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

Apr. 10 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called How to Get A Business Loan from 6-8 PM. The cost is $35. For more information, go here.

Apr. 14 - The Carter County Relay For Life Kick Off event, “Cars & Cycles Against Cancer Car Show” will happen April 14 at River Front Park in Van Buren. Registration open 10 AM to 12 PM. Cost is $20 for the first entry, and $15 for the second. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information, contact Christy Sanders at 573-351-8084.

Apr. 14 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting a multi-session informational workshop called The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, which starts April 14 and continues every Thursday. The cost is $395 for members, $495 for non-members. For more information, go here.

Apr. 14-15 – The Timbo Fire Department Gun & Knife Show will be held at the Stone County Fairgrounds in Mountain View, AR on Saturday April 14 from 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, April 15 from 9 AM to 4 PM. All proceeds benefit the Timbo Volunteer Fire Department to better serve the community. Admission is $3 per person over 12 years of age. For more information, please call 870-746-4349.

Apr. 14 - The Trout Nature Center Hall of Fame Banquet will be held at 5:30 PM at the Vada Sheid Center on the ASUMH Campus at 5:30 PM. For more information, call 870-508-6105 or go to troutnaturecenter.com

Apr. 15 – The Mountain Grove and Mansfield Lions Clubs are hosting a “Turkey Shoot” from 1-5 PM April 15 at the Mansfield Rod and Gun Facility. All Archers, Skeet and Trap Shooters are welcome. The event is for shotguns only, and shells are provided. Cost is $3 per round with cash prizes paid after every round. Championship round winners will receive trophies. Proceeds help kids and disadvantaged children. For more info call 417-259-0143.

Apr. 17 - The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called What to Expect When Starting a Business from 6-8 PM. The cost is $35. For more information, go here.

Apr. 24 - The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called The Seven Steps to E-Commerce from 6-8 PM. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

Apr. 27 – Fairview School will hold Pre-K and Kindergarten screenings from 8 AM to 3 PM April 27. To sign up please call Fairview at 417-256-3868 and ask to set up an appointment. On your child’s screening date please don’t forget their SSN, birth certificate, proof of residency, and shot record.

MAY

May 1 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called What to Expect When Starting a Business from 3-5 PM. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

May 5 – The Mid-America Gospel Music Association presents A Great Night of Gospel Music, featuring The Redemptions, Final Authority, and Singing Disciples, May 5 at 6 PM at the West Plains Civic Center Theater. For more information call 417-256-8087 or 1-877-256-6034.

May 8 – The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called Your Brand And Your Target Market from 6-9 PM. The cost is $35. For more information, go here.

May 15 - The Ozarks Small Business Incubator in Downtown West Plains is hosting an information workshop called What to Expect When Starting a Business from 6-9 PM. The cost is free. For more information, go here.

May 17-19 - The Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce and the Donald W. Reynolds Library in Mountain Home are coordinating the second Art Odyssey studio tour. For more information visit www.theartodyssey.com

Mondays

The South Central Missouri Kennel Club will meet Mondays at Risner Stables in West Plains at 6:30 PM. Dogs are allowed at the meeting.

OMC’s informational class Living With Diabetes is held at 8 AM the 3rd Monday of each month. For more information, call 417-257-6793.

Tuesdays

Western Square Dances are held every Tuesday night at the West Plains Civic Center. For more information call Mary at 417-284-7141 or Julia at 417-256-7717.

The South-Central Missouri Kennel Club will meet every fourth Tuesday (without dogs) at 7 PM at Howell Oregon Electric Cooperative.

Country dances are held every Tuesday night with Keith Bradshaw and the Country Connection Bank at the Mtn. View Community Center at 6:30 PM.

OMC’s Arthritis Support Group meets at 2 PM the second Tuesday of each month at the Shaw Medical Building Conference Room at 1111 Kentucky Ave. For more information call 417-257-5959.

The Howell County Democrat’s Club meets the second Tuesday of the even number of months at 6:30 PM, and meets in Mountain View in February and August, Willow Springs in April and October, and West Plains in June and December. For more information call 417-469-1563.

OMC’s Alzheimer’s Support Group meets at 6:30 PM the fourth Tuesday of each month at Riverways Adult Daycare, 418 E. Main St. For more information call 417-255-2965.

OMC’s Diabetes Support Group meets at 6:30 PM the third Tuesday of odd-numbered months at the OMC Foundation Community Room on Washington Ave. For more information call 417-257-6793.

Wednesdays

A Song Writer’s Workshop is hosted from 6-7 PM Wednesdays at Bogart’s Variety Theater in Mammoth Spring. For more information call Bob at 870-264-7015.

Vets for Veterans meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 7-9 PM at the Cabool Church of the Brethren on Garst St.

OMC’s Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets at 4:30 PM the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Shaw Medical Building Conference Room at 1111 Kentucky Ave. For more information call 417-256-9111.

Thursdays

The West Plains Area Cancer Support Group meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2 PM at the Howell-Oregon Community Center. For more information call 417-256-5487, 417-256-3459 or 417-293-8995.

Fridays

Dances are held every Friday at the West Plains Senior Center. Cost is $4, all ages welcome.

Saturdays

The Pride of the Ozarks Goat Breeders Club meets the 2nd Saturday of the month at the Howell-Oregon Electric Coop building off Highway 63 at 1 PM. For more information call 417-469-3390.

Missouri Ozarks Dulcimer Society meets every 3rd Saturday of the month at noon at the West Plains Music Store. For more information call 417-257-0197.

Western Grand Squares Dance Club of West Plains has square dancing every 2nd Saturday at the West Plains Civic Center from7-9 PM. Call Jeff at 417-255-0115 or Ray at 417-256-2080 for more info.

Sundays

The Pioneer Saddle Club will have a rodeo every Tuesday at 7 PM (except for Fair Week) at the Pioneer Saddle Club Arena, located a half mile up Highway 14 on the left.

The Willow Springs YMCA has exercise classes for people 60 and over Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-9 PM. The YMCA also offers Pilate’s classes Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 PM.

The West Plains Habitat for Humanity Re-Store is open Wed-Fri from 8-5 PM and Saturdays from 9-1 PM.

A Sunday Hay Jam is held the first Sunday of each month from 2-4 PM at the George D. Hay Music Hall of Fame Theater near Mammoth Spring State Park.