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.
Join us for a fun day of golf, cash prizes, hole-in-one prizes, and FREE lunch!
3-Person Scramble | $225 per team | $20 cart rental CASH PRIZES 1st – $500 | 2nd – $300 | 3rd – $200 Longest Drive | Closest to the Pin Hole-in-One Prizes: Spartan Mower & $5,000 CASH! (Thanks to Mega Motorsports!)
FREE LUNCH: Domino’s Pizza + Johnny Murrell’s Burgers & Brats! (11:30 AM – while supplies last)
❤️ Proceeds benefit the Rotary Backpack Program — feeding 150+ local kids every weekend!
Call 417-256-9824 to register today!
From the Harlin Museum: Family members can enter their loved one’s (who may be in a nursing home or who is no longer able to do art) age 75+ artwork. This is a free event to honor the artistic talents of our senior artists. We will take up to 10 entries (and a biography!) for each artist May 1-4. The showcase is May 10-31. May 31 will be a reception, 2-4 p.m. Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for more information.
Trail to Oregon Summer Musical on Facebook.
From organizers: The West Plains Playhouse announces open auditions for its July 2025 production of The Trail to Oregon, a country-fied musical comedy!
Join our Wagon Party and reserve your audition slot: form here.
Directed by James Thayer along with Musical Director Jon Guilbert, the auditions will be held at The Grand Ballroom above Dev’s Steakhouse Piano Bar Lounge, 37 Court Square, West Plains, MO 65775.
Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 6pm – 8pm
Sunday, May 25, 2025 from 6pm – 8pm
Those auditioning are asked to bring a YouTube link of a musical cut, no longer than a minute, from the show or in the style of the show (Annie Get Your Gun, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, etc.). An accompanist will not be provided.
Sides will be provided from the show for a cold read.
3 males, 3 females. Some characters could be gender-swapped.
14+ are welcome to audition. Actors with improvisation skills are encouraged to audition.
Please note that while the original production includes strong language and adult situations, this will be the more appropriate School-Friendly Version with some innuedo still in tact.
Video submissions are also accepted! If you are unable to attend in person, please submit a video of your audition following the same guidelines to westplainsplayhouse@gmail.com.
Cast List:
May 28
Rehearsals:
June 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24, 26, 30
July 1, 3, 7, 8, 10
Performances:
July 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
Characters / The Wagon Party:
Father: Male. Ages 30s-40s. Any race. Tenor. The high energy, happy go-lucky leader or the wagon party. Actor will also play a variety of bit parts.
Mother: Female. Ages 30s-40s. Any race. Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano. Protective mother that honestly is the only one with a bit of common sense that she uses to be the glue that holds the party and family together and in the ideal world to keep them all alive. Actor will also play a variety of bit parts.
Daughter: Female. Plays Teenager. Any race. Mezzo-soprano. Love hungry and focused daughter coming to age of adulthood. Actor will also play a variety of bit parts.
Son: Male or Female. Plays 7 years old . Soprano. Idolizes his father and just trying to figure out the new world of the trail that he’s now found himself in.
Grandpa/Cletus Jones: Male. Any age range. Baritone. As Grandpa, he may be losing his wits, or maybe they’ve been gone for years. Cletus Jones is the sidekick to the notorious “The Bandit King” that tries to strike fear into the parties traveling down the trail.
The Bandit King, Ox, and everyone else: Male. 20-40s. Tenor/Baritone. This part is an equivalent to running a marathon of characters.
If you have any questions, please call (417)293-3894 or westplainsplayhouse@gmail.com.
See you on the Trail!
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.
From the Harlin Museum: Family members can enter their loved one’s (who may be in a nursing home or who is no longer able to do art) age 75+ artwork. This is a free event to honor the artistic talents of our senior artists. We will take up to 10 entries (and a biography!) for each artist May 1-4. The showcase is May 10-31. May 31 will be a reception, 2-4 p.m. Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for more information.
Trail to Oregon Summer Musical on Facebook.
From organizers: The West Plains Playhouse announces open auditions for its July 2025 production of The Trail to Oregon, a country-fied musical comedy!
Join our Wagon Party and reserve your audition slot: form here.
Directed by James Thayer along with Musical Director Jon Guilbert, the auditions will be held at The Grand Ballroom above Dev’s Steakhouse Piano Bar Lounge, 37 Court Square, West Plains, MO 65775.
Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 6pm – 8pm
Sunday, May 25, 2025 from 6pm – 8pm
Those auditioning are asked to bring a YouTube link of a musical cut, no longer than a minute, from the show or in the style of the show (Annie Get Your Gun, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, etc.). An accompanist will not be provided.
Sides will be provided from the show for a cold read.
3 males, 3 females. Some characters could be gender-swapped.
14+ are welcome to audition. Actors with improvisation skills are encouraged to audition.
Please note that while the original production includes strong language and adult situations, this will be the more appropriate School-Friendly Version with some innuedo still in tact.
Video submissions are also accepted! If you are unable to attend in person, please submit a video of your audition following the same guidelines to westplainsplayhouse@gmail.com.
Cast List:
May 28
Rehearsals:
June 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24, 26, 30
July 1, 3, 7, 8, 10
Performances:
July 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
Characters / The Wagon Party:
Father: Male. Ages 30s-40s. Any race. Tenor. The high energy, happy go-lucky leader or the wagon party. Actor will also play a variety of bit parts.
Mother: Female. Ages 30s-40s. Any race. Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano. Protective mother that honestly is the only one with a bit of common sense that she uses to be the glue that holds the party and family together and in the ideal world to keep them all alive. Actor will also play a variety of bit parts.
Daughter: Female. Plays Teenager. Any race. Mezzo-soprano. Love hungry and focused daughter coming to age of adulthood. Actor will also play a variety of bit parts.
Son: Male or Female. Plays 7 years old . Soprano. Idolizes his father and just trying to figure out the new world of the trail that he’s now found himself in.
Grandpa/Cletus Jones: Male. Any age range. Baritone. As Grandpa, he may be losing his wits, or maybe they’ve been gone for years. Cletus Jones is the sidekick to the notorious “The Bandit King” that tries to strike fear into the parties traveling down the trail.
The Bandit King, Ox, and everyone else: Male. 20-40s. Tenor/Baritone. This part is an equivalent to running a marathon of characters.
If you have any questions, please call (417)293-3894 or westplainsplayhouse@gmail.com.
See you on the Trail!
Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through June.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
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
Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through June.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through June.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
From the Harlin Museum: Family members can enter their loved one’s (who may be in a nursing home or who is no longer able to do art) age 75+ artwork. This is a free event to honor the artistic talents of our senior artists. We will take up to 10 entries (and a biography!) for each artist May 1-4. The showcase is May 10-31. May 31 will be a reception, 2-4 p.m. Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for more information.
Meet us at 509 Washington Ave as we begin a guided tour of several available commercial properties for rent in the Historic Downtown West Plains Area. After the tour we will convene for a mixer with wine and appetizers at Dev’s Steakhouse Piano Bar Lounge! Downtown is alive and exciting and we want to share opportunities with the community! Commercial Real Estate Tourand Networking Event on Facebook.
From the Library: We will host a second adult bingo night on Thursday, May 29, from 6-7 p.m. We hope to see you there! We will have summer-themed books to give away, a few summer bestsellers, and light refreshments. Thanks to the Friends of West Plains Public Library for sponsoring this event.
Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through June.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
Presented by Missouri Extension, the Scenic Rivers Invasive Species Partnership, and the Heart of the Ozarks Quail Forever Chapter. Registration is free, and lunch is sponsored by the Heart of the Ozarks Quail Forever Chapter for all registered attendees. Limited seating is available, so secure your spot now! Register here.
From the Harlin Museum: Family members can enter their loved one’s (who may be in a nursing home or who is no longer able to do art) age 75+ artwork. This is a free event to honor the artistic talents of our senior artists. We will take up to 10 entries (and a biography!) for each artist May 1-4. The showcase is May 10-31. May 31 will be a reception, 2-4 p.m. Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for more information.
From organizers: Devine Designs Tattoo will be hosting our town’s first ever tattoo and body piercing convention. This is a public event that welcomes our lovely community to come out and enjoy! It will be a 3-day event (Friday-Sunday) and you can either buy a day pass or weekend pass. We are thrilled to bring something new to our community and we look forward to seeing you!!
West Plains Tattoo Expo & Food Truck Festival on Facebook.
Website: westplainstattoo.com
Jon is the host of the popular podcast “Carolina Reeper” on Youtube and has been a guest on many other podcasts such as the “Joe Rogan Experience” with Joe Rogan, “Nateland” with Nate Bargetze,“Bertcast” with Bert Kreischer, The “Adam Carolla Show” with Adam Carolla, and “Tiger Belly” with Bobby Lee just name a few. As a TV host, Jon also hosted the shows “R U Faster than a Redneck” on TBS, “Smokies vs Bandits” on CMT, and “Redneck Roadtrip” on the History Channel. Tickets here.
Jon Reep – The Carolina Reeper on Facebook.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
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.
From the Harlin Museum: Family members can enter their loved one’s (who may be in a nursing home or who is no longer able to do art) age 75+ artwork. This is a free event to honor the artistic talents of our senior artists. We will take up to 10 entries (and a biography!) for each artist May 1-4. The showcase is May 10-31. May 31 will be a reception, 2-4 p.m. Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for more information.
From organizers: Devine Designs Tattoo will be hosting our town’s first ever tattoo and body piercing convention. This is a public event that welcomes our lovely community to come out and enjoy! It will be a 3-day event (Friday-Sunday) and you can either buy a day pass or weekend pass. We are thrilled to bring something new to our community and we look forward to seeing you!!
West Plains Tattoo Expo & Food Truck Festival on Facebook.
Website: westplainstattoo.com
Message Harlin Museum of West Plains for more information.
Tickets are $60 with a reservation, $75 at the door. Tickets here. For more information, call 417-204-2582.
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.
From Country Nights: These guy sing classic country and rock and are very good! Come check them out and get your dancing boots ready!
See Open Road Band event page.
From organizers: Devine Designs Tattoo will be hosting our town’s first ever tattoo and body piercing convention. This is a public event that welcomes our lovely community to come out and enjoy! It will be a 3-day event (Friday-Sunday) and you can either buy a day pass or weekend pass. We are thrilled to bring something new to our community and we look forward to seeing you!!
West Plains Tattoo Expo & Food Truck Festival on Facebook.
Website: westplainstattoo.com
Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through June.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
Admission
Tuesday, June 3: No Gate Admission
Wednesday, June 4: $5.00
Thursday-Saturday, June 5-7: Adults: $10.00
Children 6-12: $5.00
Under 6: Free
See heartoftheozarksfair.net for more information, including specific times for each day and entertainment schedule.
Art available for viewing during OzSBI’s regular business hours through June.
Art available for viewing during regular hours of operation through June.
The West Plains Public Library invites readers of all ages to join this year’s vibrant Summer Reading adventure, Color Our World! The fun kicks off on Tuesday, June 3, at Peoples Park with lawn games, bubbles, and a special treat (while supplies last).
After the kick-off, the first featured performance will take place on Saturday, June 7, with two showtimes at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at the West Plains Civic Center. Beloved performer Will Stuck will present “Pigment of Your Imagination – Let’s Van Gogh, Go, Go!” This art and color-themed show brings Will’s signature M.E.S.S.—Music, Education, Stories, and Science—back to the stage in a high-energy, hilarious, and interactive experience for the whole family.
Join us as we celebrate creativity, curiosity, and community all summer long at the West Plains Public Library!
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