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Stressing about your child’s party? Stress no more, we’ve got all the ideas and contact info you could ever use to create a fabulous party for your child. So get started with your party planning and remember to tell our party people that you found them in Kids Directory!

Educational Fun & Creativity

ARTWORKS!
(417) 742-9414
100 E. Jackson in Willard

Does your child want to do something creative for their birthday party? Call ArtWorks where they offer a variety of artistic activities for your child and their friends. The prices include a craft and all the supplies for each child, a birthday cake, drink, paper products, and a balloon. There are choices of projects (one project for all participants at the party) at each price level–$10, $14, or $18 per child depending on the project chosen. ArtWorks does everything except provide the children!

DISCOVERY CENTER
(417) 862-9910
438 St. Louis Street, downtown Springfield

Have your party at Discovery Center and your party participants get to experience all the cool interactive exhibits! The center’s birthday planner is available to assist you in the Party Room and the birthday child gets a special balloon arrangement to take home. The center takes care of the set-up and the clean up. If you have a Discovery Center membership, you’ll receive 10% off of your total party package price. Call Discovery Center for more details and to reserve your party date.

KINDERMUSIK BY ELLEN
(417) 883-6558
(417) 343-8813

Ellen comes to your location to lead musical activities with creative movement. She provides instruments, scarves, music, and other props, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the musical activities. Each party features 30-40 minutes of entertainment. In the Springfield area, a party with up to 10 children costs only $60. For an additional cost, party favor bags, with instruments, or props are available with two weeks notice. Schedule your party at least two weeks prior to your chosen date. Call Ellen today for a memorable, musical party your birthday child will never forget!

KINDERMUSIK–TAMARA CRAFT, INSTRUCTOR
417-368-6331

Have a Kindermusik birthday party in your home for only $100! Party package includes musical activities for 1 hour and a small hand-held percussion instrument as a party favor (limit 15 of children). Contact Tamara Craft, Licensed Kindermusik Educator, to schedule your Kindermusik party today!

TED E. BEAR’S TOY FACTORY
(417) 823-STUF (7883)
South Glenstone @ James River by South Wal-Mart near Kohl’s

Our Bear-thday parties are stuffed full of fun! Let your kid make his own stuffed toy on their special day. We have a wide variety more than 60 animals to stuff and fall in love with! Your child can pick the toy’s outfits, accessories, even the eye color. We’ll help stuff and finish it up just the way you want. Use our party room free of charge!

VILLAGE GIFTS AND CANDLES BY SONYA
(417) 890-9992
3830-B S. Lone Pine

Dip into fun at Village Gifts candle dipping parties! Every child gets a chance to express their creativity and decorate a candle of their choice with their favorite colors. Children can also choose to make sand wax candles with 9 different colored sands in kids scents like bubble gum, chocolate, cotton candy, jelly beans, etc. Private patio overlooking Galloway Creek for cake and presents!

Party With The Animals!

LIBBY FERGUSON TRAINING CENTER
(417) 888-0845
3580 E. Applehill Lane, located behind Cooper Estates in Springfield

Stirrup some fun with a party at Libby Ferguson’s wonderful equestrian facility complete with indoor arena. Experience this unique party concept with real four-footed party animals! Call Libby for more details and to reserve your party date or contact them at www.libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com.

RUTLEDGE-WILSON FARM
(417) 837-5949
3825 West Farm Road 146 in Springfield

Have your child’s birthday party at a real working farm! Rutledge-Wilson Farm features Party-Pack for 25 guests, which includes table covers, plates, napkins, cups, silverware, balloons, temporary farm animal tattoos and a treat box for the birthday child. Choose from themes including John Deere, Horses or Barnyard Fun. Party also includes an animal meet & greet (choose from goat, miniature horse or sheep). Farm staff handles setup and cleanup! Parties must be booked during regular hours (Tues-Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) and require a 50% deposit of $75. Call to book your party today!

SAC RIVER STABLES
(417) 742-4200
5798 North Farm Road 125 in Springfield

To horse around on your next birthday, trot on over to the Sac River Stables, LLC. Parties include a climate-controlled party room along with horses, tack, helmets & other equipment needed for riding in an indoor riding arena. All parties are supervised by CHA-certified instructors at our CHA-accredited facility, using well-trained horses. Contact them today by email: info@sacriverstables.com, by fax at (417)742-0619 or visit www.sacriverstables.com.

Party Destinations

GIRLFRIENDS & GIGGLES
(417) 887-6453 2030
S. Stewart, Suite 112 in Springfield

Girlfriend, you know you love a great party! Now you can celebrate a birthday or any day in high style. At Girlfriends and Giggles, you get to choose the theme that best fits your personality: Pretty Princess, Cheerleader, Ballerina, Fashion Diva, Rock Star and more! Each package includes stylish updos, fingernail painting, makeup, fun dress-up time, a special photoshoot and fabulous souvenirs. Have fun and enjoy the best party day eh-vah! Visit girlfriendsandgiggles.com for info.

JUMP MANIA
(417) 881-5867
2745 S. Kansas Expressway in Springfield

Birthday parties made easy! Jump Mania is the place to be for the kids to have a great time and Mom and Dad can actually enjoy a party with no effort! They provide everything you need to have a memorable party. Jump Maniac party package provides the invitations, balloons, T-shirt, pizza, cake, ice cream, party room, paper goods, and a party host to take care of everything. Spaces are limited, so call soon! www.JumpManiaSpringfield.com.

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANTS

When the kids want to eat, where do they want to go? McDonald’s, of course! Partygoers enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor Play Places, Ronald McDonald birthday cakes, Happy Meals and more. Call the McDonald’s nearest you for more details.

OOGLES•N•GOOGLES
(417) 887-8744
2121-B W. Republic Rd. in Springfield

Join oogles•n•googles for a fun, zany, imagination-based birthday experience! Choose from a variety of all-inclusive themed parties including Rev Your Engines, Tea Time, Wizard School, Once Upon a Time and many more! From setup to cleanup all the work is done for you. Visit www.ooglesngoogles.com for info.

SPRINGFIELD’S INCREDIBLE PIZZA COMPANY
(417) 887-3030
2850 S. Campbell in Springfield, just north of Battlefield

Are you ready for an affordable, hassle free, FUN experience for your child's birthday party? Incredible Pizza Company has it! Kiss the days of kids at your child's birthday party asking for more money goodbye! Included with Incredible Pizza Company's one-of-a-kind "Wacky Birthday Party" is a 1-hour, UNLIMITED PLAY "Wacky" game card, and unlimited pizza, pasta, salad, desserts and soft drinks for each paid guest! One full hour of UNLIMITED go-karts, bumper cars, mini-golf and mini-bowling in addition to all video and most redemption games! Each of our parties also includes a private party room and dedicated party entertainer for 90-minutes! So sit back, relax and enjoy the special day. Incredible memories are just a phone call away! Visit www.incrediblepizza.com/springfield for info on INCREDIBLE birthday parties!

THE PARTY PLACE BY AMBERG ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
(417) 886-2442
2025 E. Chestnut Expressway in Springfield

When you book your party at The Party Place, you get a totally new and original concept. The Party Place offers a completely private party arena and food room, with two personal party hosts. Party guests play on inflatable games, air hockey, foosball and a complete line-up of arcade games. Pizza, soft drinks, cakes and desserts are available and they even provide FREE full-color invitations. From setup to cleanup, they do it all. You provide the people, they provide the fun! Call today or check out www.americaspartyplace.com.

THE TRACK FAMILY FUN PARKS
(417) 334-1612

Four locations in Branson Pull in for birthday fun at The Track in Branson! Known for family fun, The Track offers packages for both younger (Kids Kountry) and older kids. Packages may include two hours of unlimited rides, Laser Tag, and add-ons such as cake, extra hour of play and food catered in. Parks may have wooden or classic go-kart tracks, water blaster-equipped bumper boats and/or themed mini-golf, as well as inside arcades. Visit www.bransontracks.com for locations.

Party Resources

LOVES 2 JUMP
(417) 689-4206

With seven inflatables to choose from, Loves 2 Jump can put the bounce in your child’s birthday party! They bring the fun to your home or the location of your choice and set up instant entertainment for your energetic party-goers. They also offer kids-size tables and chairs for rent. Jump onto their website at www.loves2jump.com.

GOOGOO TO YOU
(417) 848-1214
2027-A S. Stewart in Springfield

Turn your child’s masterpiece into a unique party invitation with Pint-Sized Picassos at Googoo to You. Also available at Googoo, The Initial Co. will make your party bags for you! With their unique personalized gifts, they can make a bag to match almost any theme.

THE CAKE EMPORIUM
(417) 725-4669
116 W. Sherman Way, Suite 9 in Nixa

One-stop shopping for your birthday party needs! Got a theme you need the cake to match? No problem. Pick up or special order your cake, cupcakes or cookies for your next party at The Cake Emporium. There’s no need to make another stop for your paper goods or candles because the Cake Emporium carries a great selection. Need a quick gift? Choose from a variety of specialty teas, food mixes, gift items and cards.

MARTY & BRENDA HAHNE
(417) 581-1664

Children love birthday parties by Marty & Brenda Hahne! They feature two different party packages. First is “Marty the Magician” with his funny, colorful magic, audience participation and even a live bunny rabbit! Second, they offer Brenda, with her Princess Parties for girls. Costumes, a tea set, puppet characters and magic make this a fun, unique event! Call today for more details and to reserve your party date. For info, visit www.martythemagician.com.

Sports & Fitness Fun

A & B DANCE CENTER
(417) 881-0071
1913 S. Glenstone

You bring the refreshments and the kids and A & B Dance will do the rest! They offer a variety of theme parties complete with decorations and party favors. You won’t have to worry about entertaining the kids, because they set up game stations with a variety of fun-filled activities to keep everyone busy. Call to book your party today!

ALL-STAR GYMNASTICS & CHEER
(417) 725-1304
On Tracker Road in Nixa between 160 and Main Street

All-Star features parties for two age groups: 3-6 and 7-12 years. Younger kids party in their junior gym with an inflatable. Older kids party in All-Star’s senior gym with a 50-foot tumble track. All enjoy games, contests, an obstacle course and more. They provide the paper products, invitations, private gym and party area, your personal coach, then all you have to provide is the cake/food. Prices are $110 for non-members, $99 for members. Call All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer for more details and to reserve your party date.

DYNAMICS GYMNASTICS
(417) 890-0946
2100 E. Pythian

Your kids will flip for a party at Dynamics Gymnastics! They will provide a number of fun and safe, structured activities. You can expect age-appropriate gymnastics instruction, games, obstacle course, parachute, foam pit and more. Parties start at just $100 for up to 10 children. This includes one hour of gymnastics and games with a qualified instructor and 1/2 hour for cake and presents, all paper products provided. Visit www.dynamics-gymnastics.com for more details.

EXTRA INNINGS
(417) 881-2920
1900 W. Sunset in Springfield

Throw your next birthday party at Extra Innings! “It’s the best baseball-themed party in Southwest Missouri.” Packages include batting tunnels, pizza, beverages and a whole lot of fun. You will have your own spacious room in a fun, party atmosphere and they provide all the paper goods and clean up. Visit www.ExtraInnings-Springfield.com for info.

SPRINGFIELD GYMNASTICS & AQUATICS
(417) 864-6869
529 S. Cavalier in Springfield

Springfield Gymnastics and Aquatics Center offers positively perfect parties – Gym, Pool, or Primo combination packages! A personal party coordinator is provided for your action-filled party – enabling parents to sit back, relax and enjoy the event – while the birthday child and friends have their fun. For more information, visit www.springfieldgymnastics-aquatics.com or call.

OZARK REGIONAL YMCA
www.orymca.org

Make your kids next “Big Day” a real event with a YMCA Party! The YMCA offers Inflatable, Art or Pool parties. Your kids and their friends will have fun-packed event to remember. To reserve your party contact: Crystal Fox (Inflatable/Pool Parties) 881-8273, ext. 122 or email cfox@jonesymca.org or Corey Johnson (Art Parties) 881-8273, ext. 107 or email cjohnson@ymca.org.