Repeating events:
Every Second and Fourth Monday
The Ozark Senior Center holds A Lifetime of Stories from 9:30-11 a.m. Seniors are encouraged to write and share their life stories, memories, and events that they want to pass on to their descendants. Writing supplies are provided. Participants will meet in the Board Room. The Ozark Senior Center is located at 727 N. 9th St. in Ozark. Call (417) 581-2538 for more information.
Every FIRST and THIRD Tuesday
The Christian County Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday at Dickey's Barbecue Pit, located at 111 N. Massey Blvd. in Nixa. On the third Tuesday, the Lions meet at Godfather's Pizza, located at 510 E. South St. in Ozark. Members of the community interested in learning more about the Lions Club are invited to attend meetings.
Every SECOND Tuesday
Nixa Chamber of Commerce General Members Luncheon, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., North Point Church, 235 W. Tracker Rd., Nixa. Register at the Nixa Chamber of Commerce website, www.nixachamber.com
Coffee with Cole, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; held at a different location each month. Check the Christian County Sheriff’s Office’s Facebook page for more details.
Every THIRD Tuesday
Working Women in Nixa Luncheon, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., North Point Nixa, 235 W. Tracker Rd., Nixa. Register at the Nixa Chamber of Commerce website, www.nixachamber.com.
The American Legion, Post 434 meets at 6 p.m. at 591 McCroskey St. in Nixa. For more information, call Nicholas Gerdes, commander, at (316)737-1161.
Every FOURTH Tuesday
The Ozark Senior Center holds Veterans Appreciation Day at 9 a.m. Coffee and donuts are served. The Ozark Senior Center is located at 727 N. 9th St. in Ozark. Call (417) 581-2538 for information.
Every Wednesday
Free Home-Cooked Meal, 5 - 6:30 p.m., at St. Matthews on the lower level, 1932 E. Highway 14, Ozark.
Every FIRST Wednesday
Free Medical Clinic: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., locations vary, visit https://vimchristiancounty.org for location and more information, or call 417-267-1667.
Every THIRD Wednesday
Free Health Clinic in Nixa, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, visit https://vimchristiancounty.org or call 417-267-1667.
The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce monthly networking meeting, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Sparta City Hall, 200 North Ave. in Sparta.
Every SECOND Thursday
The VFW and VFW Auxiliary in Ozark meet at 6:30 p.m. at 104 S. 1st Street. For more information, call (417) 834-2067.
The members of the Clever Chamber of Commerce hold their monthly chamber luncheon and meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Clever First Methodist Church, located at 202 Kennedy Ave. in Clever. Lunch is $5. For more information, go online to www.cleverchamberofcommerce.com or call Sherry Hull at (417)236-5232.
Every THIRD Thursday
Preferred Hospice provides coffee and donuts at the Ozark Senior Center from 8:30-10 a.m. The Ozark Senior Center is located at 727 N. 9th St. in Ozark. Call (417) 581-2538 for more information.
Every FOURTH Thursday
The members of the Ozark Chamber of Commerce hold their monthly luncheon from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Ozark Community Center, located at 1530 W. Jackson St. in Ozark.
Every FIRST Friday
First Friday Coffee networking event by the Ozark Chamber of Commerce from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Locations vary by month; call (417)581-6139 or visit the Chamber’s Facebook page for more information.
Every Saturday
Music at the Oldfield Opry, doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m., 123 Oldfield Rd., Oldfield. The second Saturday of the month follows a different schedule.
Every SECOND Saturday
Music at the Oldfield Opry - Early Showing, doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 5:45 p.m., 123 Oldfield Rd., Oldfield.
Ozark Senior Center Breakfast, 7 - 9 a.m., at Ozark Senior Center, 727 N. 9th St., Ozark. Cost is $6 for adults/$3 for kids under 12.
Community Conversation, 9 a.m., at the Ozark Community Center, 1530 W. Jackson St., Ozark.
Other events:
Wednesday, Sept. 23: The Ozark Chamber of Commerce is holding a ribbon cutting at McDonalds to celebrate their grand opening at 12 p.m. McDonalds is located at 1920 W. Waverly in Ozark.
Friday, Sept. 25: The Ozark Chamber of Commerce is holding a ribbon cutting to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Ozark Mill at Finley Farms at 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, Sept. 26: Historic Meadows School on Bull Creek will celebrate 120 years with a reunion from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring a lawn chair and covered dish for lunch. Following a potluck meal at noon, there will be music from The Creek Rocks. Funds are being raised to restore the schoolhouse; all donations will be appreciated. For more details reach out to Elane Bilyeu Crum via Facebook Messenger or 417-239-4059.
Tuesday, Sept. 29: The Ozark Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at Mudhouse Coffee at 11:30 a.m. Mudhouse Coffee is located at 5401 N. 22nd Street in Ozark.
Wednesday, Sept. 30: 10 a.m. Morgan Industrial Technology will hold a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of the construction of a new 15,000 square-foot technology center. The groundbreaking will take place at 1702 W. Boat St. in Ozark.
The Meadows at Wicklow will hold a ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m. at 1284 N, Old Castle Rd. in Nixa.
Saturday, Oct. 3: The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 434, Nixa is holding a fish fry fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 591 McCroskey. Cost is $15 for adults; children 10 and under eat free. All proceeds go to help veterans.
Volunteers in Medicine Christian County will hold a fundraiser chili cookoff at 6 p.m. at Union Hill Church of Christ. The suggested donation for the event is $10. In addition to dinner, the evening will include a silent auction and nutrition talks given by MU medical students. Union Hill Church of Christ is located at 865 N. Nicholas Rd. in Nixa. For more information, go online to https://vimchristiancounty.org, or visit the Volunteers in Medicine Christian County Facebook page.
The Kiwanis Club of Christian County is holding a pancake breakfast and silent auction at First Baptist Church of Ozark from 7-11 a.m. Tickets are $5, children five and under get in free with an adult purchase. All proceeds will benefit the various local children and youth projects that Kiwanis Club of Christian County sponsors. Batter and sausage for the breakfast are being donated by Sands Cafe and Catering. For more information, visit the Kiwanis Club of Christian County Facebook page.
Saturday, Oct. 10. The Christian County Museum and Historical Society rescheduled their September field trip due to heat. This time we will head to the beautiful and historic Bull Creek. Meet at the Museum (100 E. Elm, Ozark Mo.) at 3 p.m. to caravan, carpool or get a map. Please bring a chair, insect spray and water bottle. Henry Schoolcraft, the 1st Iowa Infantry Union Army, and Native Americans all camped by Bull Creek; plus there is historic Cobb-Keaton cemetery and the old Bull Mills site.
The OHS Alumni Association will honor the graduating classes of 1941-1979 at their annual reunion. This year’s banquet will be held at the Ozark Junior High School located at 1109 W. Jackson St., Ozark The doors will open at 3:30 pm for tours of the facility until 4:45 pm. For those not wishing to take the tour, this will allow time for visiting with fellow classmates. Dinner seating will begin at 4:30 pm. Our meal, catered by Dining By Design, and our program will start at 5 pm. Cost per person is $25 and
reservations must be received by Sept. 26. Mail your reservation to: OHS Alumni Association, P.O. Box 1222, Ozark, MO. 65721.
The Third Annual Ozark Guns and Hoses and National Night Out will be held at the Ozark Mountain Sports Complex from 2-4 p.m. The Lights and Signs Parade will be held at 4:15 p.m., and the game between Ozark Fire and Ozark Police will begin at 4:30 p.m. There will be food, vendors, activities, and free T-shirts for the kids. This is a FREE community event. For more information, go to the Ozark Guns and Hoses page on Facebook.
The Nixa Fire Protection District and the Nixa Police Department will square off in a softball game at Game Day for a Cause at the Nixa Junior High School. First pitch will be held at 6 p.m. Admission is $2 for those ages 11 and older. The Nixa Junior High School is located at 205 E. North St. in Nixa. Proceeds will benefit the Christian County 100 Club.
Have an event? Send the date, time, place, and details to stevec@ccheadliner.com so you can be included in the upcoming Community Calendar.
