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Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

Aug 26 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

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Aug 26 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ Boys & Girls Club

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Aug 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, West Plains Boys and Girls Club. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

“Murder’s in the Heir” ~ Live Theater @ Dev's Grand Ballroom

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Aug 26 @ 7:00 pm

See West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for more information.

Aug

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Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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Aug 27 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

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Aug 27 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

Auditions for West Plains Playhouse production of “The Iliad, The Odyssey and all of Greek Mythology in 99 minutes or Less” @ Dev's Grand Ballroom

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Aug 27 @ 6:00 pm

AUDITIONS ANNOUNCEMENT

We are proud to announce auditions for… The Iliad, the Odyssey, and all of Greek Mythology in 99 Minutes or Less

Directed by Charlie Greim & Philex Thomas, our newest and brightest West Plains Playhouse Directors!

We are also excited to announce that performances will be in The Grand Ballroom, the home of the West Plains Playhouse, but also will be featured at OzFaire!

Auditions will be August 25th & 27th at 6PM at The Grand Ballroom above Dev’s Steakhouse!

We are looking for 18+ cast members Ages 13 and up, who must be able to do at least 3 different voices/accents and be ready for non-stop fast-paced comedy!

SYNOPSIS: On a simple stage, with the clock ticking in front of everyone’s eyes, the cast speeds through all of Greek Mythology. Its funny, updated, and made easy to understand. All the silly decisions, the absurd destinies, and the goofy characters are presented lightning-bolt fast with hysterical results as the clock is stopped with only seconds to spare.

Cast List Drop: August 29th, 11AM

Script Pickup: Toyota of West Plains, August 29th and 30th, 11AM-4PM

6PM Rehearsals: September 10th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 29th, 30th

Dress Rehearsals: October 2nd, 6th, 7th, 13th, 15th, 20th, 21st

Shows: October 9th, 10th, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th

OzFair Shows: October 11th & 12th

For any questions related to this production, please contact Charlie Kay Greim or charliegreim@gmail.com.

For all other West Plains Playhouse questions, please contact the owner Tray Whitsell at (417)293-3894 or westplainsplayhouse@gmail.com.

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Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

Tickets

Aug 28 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

Tickets

Aug 28 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

Entries accepted for Annual Juried Fall Art Show @ Harlin Museum

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Aug 28 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for information about entry cost and additional details. Show will run September 5-27.

Downtown Commercial Real Estate Tour and Networking Event

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Aug 28 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Meet us at 311 St. Louis St. as we begin a guided tour of several available commercial properties in the Historic Downtown West Plains Area. After the tour we will convene for a mixer with wine and appetizers at 9 Court Square. Downtown is alive and exciting and we want to share opportunities with the community! See Commercial Real Estate Tour and Networking Event on Facebook for details.

“Murder’s in the Heir” ~ Live Theater @ Dev's Grand Ballroom

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Aug 28 @ 7:00 pm

See West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for more information.

Aug

Fri

Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

Tickets

Aug 29 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

Tickets

Aug 29 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

Entries accepted for Annual Juried Fall Art Show @ Harlin Museum

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Aug 29 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for information about entry cost and additional details. Show will run September 5-27.

Get Smart @ Avenue Theatre

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Aug 29 @ 7:00 pm

Watch Maxwell Smart and his trusty sidekick Agent 99 go toe-to-toe, tit-for-tat, and occasionally trip over their own gadgets as they face off against the likes of Team KAOS, the ever-loyal Garth, the terrifyingly well-accessorized Wong Sisters, and of course, the ever-so-fearful: MR. BIG! From exploding pens to fortune cookies, Max and 99 will stop at nothing to bring down KAOS. Performances are Aug. 22-23 & 29-30 (7 p.m.) Aug. 24 & 31 (3 p.m.)

Facebook page here. Tickets here.

“Murder’s in the Heir” ~ Live Theater @ Dev's Grand Ballroom

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Aug 29 @ 7:00 pm

See West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for more information.

Aug

Sat

Art from the permanent collection of the Harlin Museum on display, hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

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Aug 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot

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Aug 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

The Loft Pop Up – August (Vendor Market Event) @ The Loft Event Center

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Aug 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

The Loft Pop-Up Market -AUGUST 30th!

FREE ADMISSION

Don’t miss out on a delightful day filled with unique finds! Explore a fantastic selection of:

Handmade Crafts

Delicious Sweets

Gorgeous Makeup

Stunning Jewelry

Trendy Clothes

Perfect Gifts
…and so much more!

We will be doing OUTDOOR photos this time!
$10/photos by Remember When Productions

Bring your friends and family for a day of fun, shopping, and community spirit! Mark your calendars—see you there!

We are so excited for our vendors:
Charms and Chains by Sublime Nail Studio
Remember When Productions
Gather Together Event Rentals, LLC

We willl announce MORE vendors as we get closer to time or come and see for yourself!

This is a great opportunity to also have a look at the space if you haven’t been here before!

VENDORS: More information can be found at the link below and If you’d like to be a vendor at this market or a future one, please fill out this form!

https://client.inly.com/…/7730c781-7a2c-4f89-b426…

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Entries accepted for Annual Juried Fall Art Show @ Harlin Museum

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Aug 30 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for information about entry cost and additional details. Show will run September 5-27.

4th Annual August Bazaar @ The Yellow House

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Aug 30 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Free Music! Raffle Prizes! The August Bazaar is a family friendly art bazaar with local vendors and music. Food available from Señor Valentin. Vendors open at 4pm. Music will start at 5pm.

5pm – mystery performer

6pm – Mark Barger

7pm – One More Dollar

8pm – Slim Stanley
9pm – Porch Mud

A special thanks to our platinum sponsor TJ Swift House, Inc. Financial assistance for this project has also been provided by the City of West Plains Community Development Grant Program

Get Smart @ Avenue Theatre

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Aug 30 @ 7:00 pm

Facebook page here. Tickets here.

Weekly Dance with live music by Country Express Band @ West Plains Senior Center

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Aug 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Check the Country Express Band Facebook page for cost and other details, including potential cancellations due to weather, holidays or other unforeseen circumstances.

From Country Express: Two step, Cha Cha, Waltz, Electric Slide, Charleston, Foot Boogie, River Waltz, Sweetheart, Around the Room, Tennessee Waltz, Neon Moon Cha Cha, and many more. Or just come listen to some good ole country music. Old country, new country, southern rock music. No alcohol allowed. Family fun for all ages.

“Murder’s in the Heir” ~ Live Theater @ Dev's Grand Ballroom

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Aug 30 @ 7:00 pm

See West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for more information.

Aug

Sun

Get Smart @ Avenue Theatre

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Aug 31 @ 3:00 pm

Facebook page here. Tickets here.

“Murder’s in the Heir” ~ Live Theater @ Dev's Grand Ballroom

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Aug 31 @ 3:00 pm

See West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for more information.

Sep

Mon

End of Summer Bash (fundraiser for Christmas gifts for residents) @ West Vue

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Sep 1 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Sep

Tue

Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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Sep 2 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

Tickets

Sep 2 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ Boys & Girls Club

Tickets

Sep 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, West Plains Boys and Girls Club. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Sep

Wed

Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

Tickets

Sep 3 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

Tickets

Sep 3 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

Sep

Thu

Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

Tickets

Sep 4 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

Tickets

Sep 4 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

Sep

Fri

Art at OzSBI ~ Artist Garrett Melby, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

Tickets

Sep 5 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through September.

Art from Harlin Museum permanent collection on display, hosted by West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

Tickets

Sep 5 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

Senior Resource Fair @ First Baptist Church

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Sep 5 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

40 Years of Service Celebration @ Air Evac LIfeteam

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Sep 5 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Air Evac Lifeteam’s dedicated service to our community! Mark your calendars for Friday, September 5th, from 10:00am to 1:00pm at Air Evac Lifeteam’s base. We’ll kick things off at 10:00am with a special ribbon cutting to honor four decades of lifesaving work. Then, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, we’re firing up the grill for a good old-fashioned community BBQ—everyone’s invited! As a special thank you, we’ll be holding a raffle for all EMS, Fire, Hospital Workers, Dispatchers, and First Responders. Come enjoy great food, fellowship, and help us say “thank you” to the heroes who keep our community safe. Bring your friends, your family, and your appetite—we can’t wait to celebrate

Annual Juried Art Show @ Harlin Museum

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Sep 5 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

See Harlin Museum of West Plains on Facebook for updates.

West Plains Optimist – 2nd Annual Golf Classic @ West Plains Country Club

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Sep 5 @ 12:00 pm

SECOND ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC!!

2-person scramble, 12 p.m. shotgun start. Lunch included. Cash flight prizes, 50/50 raffle, and more.

We are looking forward to connecting with golfers and sponsors who want to support the West Plains Optimist Club, have some fun or advertise your business! Your participation will help continue to fund all of our Youth Programs we bring to the area such as the Howell County Spelling Bee, Mighty Mite football and cheerleading, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Scholarships, and much MORE!

See West Plains Optimist – 2nd Annual Golf Classic on Facebook.

Annual Fall Art Show Opening Gala

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Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Opening Gala: Fall Art Show

Join us for an enchanting evening as we celebrate the opening of our Fall Art Show!

Come mingle with friends, meet the artists, and be among the first to experience this season’s stunning collection of works. From bold strokes to delicate details, the art on display will spark conversation and inspire imagination.

Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.

Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere filled with creativity and community.

Whether you’re an art lover, a casual admirer, or simply looking for a delightful night out, this gala is the perfect way to usher in the season.

Admission is free – bring a friend and join us for an unforgettable evening!

Live Music ~ Preston Ary Band & William Martin Wright @ Twin Bridges Campground

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Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 11:55 pm

Info from organizers of event: Welcome some area favorites to celebrate the weekend with us, Preston Ary Band! They will bring their over the top musical ability and strong country sound to rock the river with us for two nights! You won’t want to miss this party! Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/prestonary369

Along with P.A.B. is William Martin Wright a singer songwriter and musician native to Louisiana and based out of Fort Worth, TX. Come listen to his blend of honky tonk, blues, and country sounds. Check him out at https://www.instagram.com/williammartinwright/

Tickets:
$20 admission for 18+

$15 admission for ages 13-17 (asked to only attend concert until 9pm)

Under 12, free

Gates open at 6pm, Music starts at 7pm

Live Music ~ James VanKirk @ Dev’s Steakhouse & Live Music Lounge

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Sep 5 @ 7:00 pm

We welcome Mr. James Van Kirk back to the lounge! A good man, talented musician, and crowd favorite – it’s sure to be a great time. James is an incredible guitarist and sings some of the best country, blues, and rock covers. Come join us this Friday.

Sep

Sat

Art from the permanent collection of the Harlin Museum on display, hosted by the West Plains Council on the Arts @ West Plains Public Library

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Sep 6 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through September.

GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot

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Sep 6 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

2nd Annual Chaz Coats Memorial Dice Run @ Boys & Girls Club

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Sep 6 @ 9:30 am

A memorial dice run to honor Chaz Coats, a Club kid, and to raise funds the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater West Plains Area. Registration starts at 9:30 am, with driving starting at 10 am. Contestants will drive the route, stopping at different locations to roll dice for the highest score. At the end of the route, the person with the best score will win $200!

Registration is $25 per person and will include 1 shirt & 1 scorecard. Bikes, jeeps, trucks and all other vehicles are welcome! Additional shirts are $20 each. Lunch, provided by Bootleggers, will start at noon for $10/plate. You do not need to participate in the dice run to enjoy the meals or purchase shirts.

For more information, call 417-204-2582.
Route: Boys & Girls Club > Twin Bridges > Hodgson Mill > Gainesville > Dawt Mill > Boys & Girls Club

All vehicles are welcome! Pre-register and order shirts at https://givebutter.com/nmuuDe

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Paint Your Own Doormat ~ Class with Madyson Vonallmen-Callahan @ The Yellow House

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Sep 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join us at The Yellow House for a DIY doormat class. All materials will be provided, and we will seal the mats so they can be used outdoors. Some stencils will also be available. click here to sign up: https://square.link/u/jymTSeiz?src=sheet

Annual Juried Art Show @ Harlin Museum

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Sep 6 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

See Harlin Museum of West Plains on Facebook for updates.

Live Music ~ Preston Ary Band & William Martin Wright @ Twin Bridges Campground

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Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 11:55 pm

Tickets:
$20 admission for 18+

$15 admission for ages 13-17 (asked to only attend concert until 9pm)

Under 12, free

Gates open at 6pm, Music starts at 7pm

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