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Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

Apr 30 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Annual Spring Art Show Competition @ Harlin Museum

Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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Dance Recital – Rapunzel @ Avenue Theatre

Apr 30 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Rapunzel & Her Tangled Adventures presented by Impact Dance Complex at the Avenue Theatre.

From their Facebook event page: “Impact Dance Complex presents a spring recital for the dreamers, for the young and the young-at-heart, and for anyone who’s experienced the magic of a BEST DAY EVER! Join Rapunzel as she dances around danger, taps new friendships, waltzes with love and untangles the mysteries linking a stolen crown, her magic hair, and the glowing lanterns that light up the skies every year on her birthday.
Rapunzel and Her Tangled Adventures brings familiar characters to life on stage, telling their story through dance to cherished songs. Join us after the show for photos with your favorite characters! Then go live your dream.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/631811718110274/631811751443604/?event_time_id=631811751443604&ref=newsfeed

Truck Pull @ Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds

Apr 30 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sponsored by WW Promotions. Play day at 1 pm and pull at 6 pm.

For those wishing to be a member for the 2022 season, here is additional information from their Facebook page:

“If you haven’t registered for membership yet, the forms and mailing instructions can be found on our website. Check it out and get ready for some fun!” Www.wwpromotions.com

Dance Recital – Rapunzel @ Avenue Theatre

Apr 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Rapunzel & Her Tangled Adventures presented by Impact Dance Complex at the Avenue Theatre.

From their Facebook event page: “Impact Dance Complex presents a spring recital for the dreamers, for the young and the young-at-heart, and for anyone who’s experienced the magic of a BEST DAY EVER! Join Rapunzel as she dances around danger, taps new friendships, waltzes with love and untangles the mysteries linking a stolen crown, her magic hair, and the glowing lanterns that light up the skies every year on her birthday.
Rapunzel and Her Tangled Adventures brings familiar characters to life on stage, telling their story through dance to cherished songs. Join us after the show for photos with your favorite characters! Then go live your dream.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/631811718110274/631811751443604/?event_time_id=631811751443604&ref=newsfeed

Live Music – BrotherPaint @ Wages Brewing Co.

Apr 30 @ 7:00 pm

Weekly Racing – All Classes and Youth Go-Karts @ Legit Speedway Park

Apr 30 @ 7:00 pm

Gates open 5:30 p.m.
Hot Laps at 6:30 p.m.
Racing starts at 7 p.m.

Live Music – Saturday Night Jamz @ The Ranch House Bar & Grill

Apr 30 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 1 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Annual Spring Art Show Competition @ Harlin Museum

May 1 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Categories: Events

Dance Recital – Rapunzel @ Avenue Theatre

May 1 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Rapunzel & Her Tangled Adventures presented by Impact Dance Complex at the Avenue Theatre.

From their Facebook event page: “Impact Dance Complex presents a spring recital for the dreamers, for the young and the young-at-heart, and for anyone who’s experienced the magic of a BEST DAY EVER! Join Rapunzel as she dances around danger, taps new friendships, waltzes with love and untangles the mysteries linking a stolen crown, her magic hair, and the glowing lanterns that light up the skies every year on her birthday.
Rapunzel and Her Tangled Adventures brings familiar characters to life on stage, telling their story through dance to cherished songs. Join us after the show for photos with your favorite characters! Then go live your dream.”

https://www.facebook.com/events/631811718110274/631811751443604/?event_time_id=631811751443604&ref=newsfeed

Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 2 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 2 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Lunch with Art – Potter Ellen Hones Martin @ West Plains Public Library

May 2 @ 12:00 pm

West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) will host their quarterly “Lunch with Art” event for current and prospective members on Monday, May 2, 2022, from noon till 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the West Plains Public Library. Ellen Hones Martin will be the featured presenter, demonstrating some of her pottery process.

In addition to the program, WPCA board members will open discussion on current plans, programs available through Arts Alliance partners, and invite discussion regarding future arts endeavors for the area. Here’s an opportunity to open conversations with current board members and contribute to the future of arts in West Plains.

Lunch will be catered by Dawn Dionne. Cost of the luncheon is $10 for WPCA members, $15 for non-members. Reservations may be made online through the May 2022 Lunch with Art Facebook event page, by calling Paula at 417-293-2325, or via email info@westplainsarts.org Attendance is limited, so reserve your spot early.

Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 3 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 3 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 4 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 4 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 5 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 5 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Pioneer Saddle Club Rodeo @ Saddle Club Arena

May 5 @ 7:00 pm

Art Show – “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 6 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 6 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

May 6 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Entry dates April 29 and 30. Show is free to the public for viewing. For information about entry fees for submissions, visit Harlin Museum.com.

Artist Reception – “It’s Okay Not to Be Okay” @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 6 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

The West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare (OHC) through the Behavioral Healthcare Center have partnered to host a selection of high school students’ artwork on the theme of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.” The exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery at the Center in the West Plains Civic Center April 30 through May 6. The Gallery, on the mezzanine, is open to the public during regular Civic Center hours.

WPCA will host a Meet-the-Artists event at the close of the exhibit on Friday, May 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, meet the artists, and discuss the pieces on display.

Children’s mental health week is the first week of May, and this exhibit of 9-12 grade works will help celebrate and build awareness for children’s mental health. A digital art gallery will follow.

Live Music ~ Harms Crossing & Girls Basketball State Championship Celebration @ Avenue Theatre

May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

A community celebration for the Class 5 State Champion West Plains High School Lady Zizzers basketball team. Sponsor Hirsch Feed and Farm Supply and Bootleggers BBQ will provide a free BBQ dinner. Harms Crossing will kick off the event at 6:30 pm. Special presentations to the team by Missouri Representative David Evans and West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff will also take place. This free event promises to be a fun way to celebrate this very special basketball team.

Live Music – Java & Jazz @ West Plains Civic Center

May 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Event by West Plains Zizzer Pride Band. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Reserved tables of 6 may be purchased in advance by emailing band@zizzers.org.

Ozark County Kennel Dog Show @ West Plains Civic Center

May 7 all-day

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 7 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

2nd Annual CASA Blue Dress Run-Walk

May 7 @ 10:00 am

Choose from a 5K Run/Walk or 1-mile Fun Run/Walk. The run will start at Wages Brewing Company, East Towne Village, 1382 Bill Virdon Blvd. Register between 8-9:30 a.m. at East Towne Village or pre-register by April 29 at the CASA office, 101 Washington Ave., West Plains. Entry fees vary according to age, individual or group, and which event you’re participating in with all proceeds going to 37^th Judicial District CASA. Call CASA office, 417-255-2100, for additional information. Wear blue, be silly, and have fun for a great cause! Trophies for best dressed and team with most participants.

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

May 7 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Entry dates April 29 and 30. Show is free to the public for viewing. For information about entry fees for submissions, visit Harlin Museum.com.

Live Music – Anthony Garner @ Wages Brewing Co.

May 7 @ 7:00 pm

Karaoke @ Twin Bridges Bar and Grill

May 7 @ 8:00 pm

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 8 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

May 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Entry dates April 29 and 30. Show is free to the public for viewing. For information about entry fees for submissions, visit Harlin Museum.com.

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 9 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 9 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 10 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 10 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Movie Night – The Little Rascals @ West Plains Civic Center

May 10 @ 6:30 pm

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 11 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 11 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 12 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 12 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

May 12 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Entry dates April 29 and 30. Show is free to the public for viewing. For information about entry fees for submissions, visit Harlin Museum.com.

Live Music – Damon Mitchell @ Wages Brewing Co.

May 12 @ 7:00 pm

Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

May 13 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 13 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Spring Tractor Show and Tractor Pull @ Ozarks Older Iron Club

May 13 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 pm

OOIC is please to bring to you once again our Spring Tractor Show and Tractor Pull. This is a great event to bring the whole family to. We have something for everyone to see. Antique Tractors, Farm Equipment, Gas Engines, Steam Engines, Saw Milling, Buzz Sawing, Barrel Stave Sawing, Blacksmithing, Rock Crushing, Horse Drawn Equipment, Corn Shelling and Grinding, Kids Pedal Tractor Pull, Swap Meet, Antique and Classic Cars, Historical Display Cases, Weavers, Looms and the Farm House with Displays and the Ladies showing off the looms.

Tractor Parade at 11am both days.

Tractor Pulls
Friday @ 5pm Weigh in @ 2pm
Antique Farm Stock 1938 & older
Classic Farm Stock 1939 to 1959

Saturday @ 3pm Weigh in @ Noon
Classic Non Farm Stock upto 1959
New Generation 1960 to 30 yrs old
100hp & 10,000lbs

Junior Member Pulls will pull at the Start of each Regular Pull. Juniors Members must be 6 years old and pass a safety course in order to pull. Feel free to ask the Track Workers for more information.

Lawn Tractor Pull by Tight Wad Pullers
Saturday 1pm to 3pm
For Information contact Brent Miller
417-543-0098

Featured Tractor is Ford
Featured Gas Engine is Sparta

Raffle Tractor is a Ford 4000

Concession Stand will be open at 10 am both days. Great food, and offering homemade pies, cakes and cookies.

The Facilities are Handicap accessible, and we will have Chauffeured golf carts for those that need extra help getting around.

We have limited primitive camping and RV parking available.

And the most important information of all FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING. So bring the whole family.

We are a Non-profit organization and donations are welcome. We have painted milk cans around the museum and cook shack areas for donations.

We are looking forward to a great show. This is a rain or shine show folks. We will be here and enjoying a great time of fun and fellowship doing what we love to do. Show off old stuff.

If you have a tractor or a demonstration, please bring it along and join us in showing folks what all of the old stuff was like.

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Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

May 13 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Entry dates April 29 and 30. Show is free to the public for viewing. For information about entry fees for submissions, visit Harlin Museum.com.

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