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Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

May 20 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

May 20 @ 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.

MSU-WP Grizzly Softball Camp @ Richards Sports Complex

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May 20 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

The coaching staff of the Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Grizzly Softball team will host a skills camp May 18-20 at the Richards Sports Complex, 3411 Division Dr., in West Plains. The camp will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. each day.

Head Coach Don Long, Assistant Coach Amy Marshall and Team Coordinator Ashley Cooley invite current and prospective MSU-WP students, as well as 2022-2023 area high school juniors and seniors to participate.

Pre-registration is required. Those who register by May 11 will pay a discounted camp fee. Those who register after May 11 will be charged the full camp fee.

Registration forms can be accessed on the Grizzly Athletics Summer Camps web page, MSUWPGrizzlies.com/Camps/Summer_Camps_2022.

For more information about the camp, contact Long at 417-372-1368, Marshall at 417-274-3394 or Cooley at 417-293-4146.

Music ~ Sound Art @ The Yellow House

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May 20 @ 7:00 pm

Viente De Mayo Comedy Night @ Wages Brewing Co.

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May 20 @ 7:00 pm

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

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May 21 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

2nd Annual Outdoor Music Event @ The Ranch House Bar & Grill

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May 21 @ 12:00 pm

Six bands performing throughout the day.

From The Ranch House Bar & Grill Facebook event page, “Stop on in for some breakfast to prep for this eventful day, or swing by later in the day for a meal, drink, and some music!”

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

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May 21 @ 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.

Movies @ Glass Sword Theater

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May 21 @ 4:00 pm

For movies currently playing and all show times, see https://www.glassswordcinema.com/

Confederate Railroad Concert @ West Plains Civic Center

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May 21 @ 7:00 pm

Ticket info: https://civiccenter.net/box-office/

Rodeo – Caulfield Saddle Club @ Caulfield Arena

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May 21 @ 7:00 pm

Electronic Music Night @ The Yellow House

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May 21 @ 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

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MSU-WP Lifeguard Course @ West Plains Civic Center

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May 22 – May 23 all-day

The Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department will host three lifeguard courses this spring at the West Plains Civic Center.

The classes are for those who would like to work at the West Plains Civic Center indoor pool or the City of West Plains’ outdoor aquatic center.

The courses are set for May 20-21, May 22-23 and May 24-25. They are part of the Jeff Ellis and Associates International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP).

Candidates must pass a written exam with a score of 80 percent or higher, pass individual technical performance exams and pass simulation practical exams to qualify for licensing.

The first 12 students to register for each session will be accepted. Students must be 16 years of age by May 31 to take the classes.

MSU-WP Aquatics and Wellness Coordinator Keri Elrod said this is a great opportunity for area residents who may be interested in a part time job at the local pools to obtain the required ILTP certification.

For more information or to register, call the U/CP office at 417-255-7966.

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

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May 22 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

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May 22 @ 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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Art Exhibit – Plein Air Artists @ West Plains Civic Center Gallery

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May 23 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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May 23 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

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MSU-WP Lifeguard Course @ West Plains Civic Center

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May 24 – May 25 all-day

The Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department will host three lifeguard courses this spring at the West Plains Civic Center.

The classes are for those who would like to work at the West Plains Civic Center indoor pool or the City of West Plains’ outdoor aquatic center.

The courses are set for May 20-21, May 22-23 and May 24-25. They are part of the Jeff Ellis and Associates International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP).

Candidates must pass a written exam with a score of 80 percent or higher, pass individual technical performance exams and pass simulation practical exams to qualify for licensing.

The first 12 students to register for each session will be accepted. Students must be 16 years of age by May 31 to take the classes.

For more information or to register, call the U/CP office at 417-255-7966.

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

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May 24 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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May 24 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

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

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May 25 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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May 25 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Open Mic Night @ Wages Brewing Co.

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May 25 @ 5:00 pm

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

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May 26 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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May 26 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

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May 26 @ 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.

Meet-the-Artist – Karen Pitts @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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May 26 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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

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May 27 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Karen Pitts – Art Exhibit @ Ozarks Small Business Incubator

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May 27 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

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May 27 @ 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.

Free Family Movie Night @ West Plains Senior Center

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May 27 @ 6:00 pm

Call 417-256-4055 for more information.

Trivia Night @ Wages Brewing Co.

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May 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Scrappin’ 40s @ Legit Speedway Park

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May 27 @ 7:00 pm

Presented by West Plains Recycling:
Friday, May 27 – Scrappin’ 40’s Night 1
Saturday, May 28 – Scrappin’ 40’s Night 2

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

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Live Music – Bobby Bair and the Grove Vault @ Twin Bridges Bar and Grill

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May 27 @ 8:00 pm

An Electronic & Ambient Experience @ The Yellow House

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May 27 @ 8:30 pm

Local artists and a special guest from Springfield will be performing live ambient electronic music.

From The Yellow House Facebook event page:

“This show is going to be a laid back audio-visual experience, with incredibly talented artists. All are welcome at this free event. Doors open at 8pm and music starts at 9pm.”

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

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May 28 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Annual Photography Show Competition @ Harlin Museum @ Harlin Museum

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May 28 @ 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.

Tom Smith Sunrise Rotary Spring Golf Classic @ North Terra Golf Course

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May 28 @ 12:00 pm

Call 417-256-9824 to sign up or for more information.

Rockin’ Into Summer Fest – featuring Ha Ha Tonka @ Wages Brewing Co.

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May 28 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Rockin’ into Summer Fest May 28 in West Plains

Join Ha Ha Tonka, Sam Allbright & The Southern Heat, and James River Threeway for the Rockin’ into Summer Fest on May 28. Gates open at 3:00 pm and music plays from 4:00-10:00 pm at East Town Village (1382 Bill Virdon Blvd.) in West Plains, MO. This Fest is hosted by Wages Brewing Company. Along with local brews served by Wages, the fest will feature food trucks and vendors serving a variety of food and drinks.

Wages Brewery Founder Phil Wages says, “I have been dreaming of working with Ha Ha Tonka on a show since the day we opened. My team and I are excited to bring this festival together and kick off Memorial Day weekend. Bring the family and come eat, have a beverage, and hear some great tunes.”

Tickets are $12 in advance or $17 at the gate. Ages 12 and under are free. Come rain or shine and please bring a lawn chair. Check out and share the event on the Wages Brewing Company Facebook page. For more information, or if you are interested in being a festival Sponsor, contact Phil Wages at phil@wagesbrewco.com or message Wages Brewing Company on Facebook.

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Live Music – Anthony Garner @ Twin Bridges Bar and Grill

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May 28 @ 6:00 pm