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This drop-in event is for area non-profit and charitable organizations to have an opportunity to let the community see what they do and to describe their volunteer roles, if any. Whether you’re a longtime resident, someone thinking about moving to West Plains, or a newcomer to the area, you are invited to learn more about

Oz-Con is a gaming, cosplay and anime convention nestled in the Ozarks. The convention is hosted by Always a Future for Kids and students from The Game Changers student organization at Missouri State University-West Plains; all proceeds go to support Always a Future for Kids. The three-day event will have a little bit for everyone including Cosplay

Join us for the Balloon Glow benefiting the Child Advocacy Center! Prepare for a spectacular night filled with glowing balloons, live music, breathtaking fireworks, delicious food, and unforgettable memories. Your presence will light up the night and help protect children in our community. Gates open 3:00 PM Entertainment Lineup:4:00 p.m. – Thundershine5:30 p.m. – Bryant

Note from Dev’s: We are excited to have Erin Walters Music in the lounge Saturday night! Glad we were able to snag her last open date of 2024 – you won’t want to miss it! Go give her a listen on TikTok or YouTube and don’t forget to Like/Follow! TikTok: @erinparkswalters https://m.youtube.com/erinwalters Facebook event page:

Note from organizers of the show: Doors open at 6 p.m., limited seating available for our funny friends off their national touring circuit. (Parental advisory, may contain some mature language.) $15 at the door or purchase online through Heavy Heads Records link. Food service will be available and benefit the Yellow House Community Arts Center.

From organizers: Create a winter chapel porch leaner at this workshop in December.  West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) will host the workshop, conducted by local artist Tara Shahan, Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The workshop will run 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the West Plains Civic Center (Dogwood 1&2), 110 St. Louis St. in West Plains.