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SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate culture and welcome spring with Springfield Sister Cities Association at the Springfield Botanical Gardens. This annual festival highlights Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan and Tlaquepaque\, Mexico. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us. Whack a piñata nearby. Concessions are available. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican performances\, children’s activities and free admission to Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season. \nMore information HERE.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/cherry-blossom-kite-and-pinata-festival-4/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Halloween Fest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with Halloween Fest 2024 on Oct. 26\, 1-3 p.m.  (choose 1 of 4 30-minute time slots)  Enjoy activities for kids of all ages at the Gray/Campbell Farmstead in the Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park (2400 S. Scenic Ave.)  Wear a costume and join in a family scavenger hunt\, games\, crafts and prizes!  FREE EVENT\, SPACE IS LIMITED  REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Oct. 24 (or until time slots are full) at ParkBoard.org/Events. Call 417-864-1332 for more information 
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/halloween-fest-2024/
LOCATION:Gray Campbell Farmstead\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:2024 Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Japanese Fall Festival is a celebration of authentic Japanese culture highlighting Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan (formed in 1986). Each year\, a delegation of Isesaki citizens travels to Springfield to contribute to the festival through demonstrations and interactions with attendees. \nFri.\, Sept. 6: 5-10 p.m.\nSat.\, Sept. 7: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.\nSun.\, Sept. 8: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. \nFee:\n$9/Adult Friday and Sunday\,\n$14/Adult on Saturday;\n$4/Children 12 yrs. and under\,\nFREE/Children 2 yrs. and under & Sister Cities members
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/2024-japanese-fall-festival/2024-09-08/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:2024 Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Japanese Fall Festival is a celebration of authentic Japanese culture highlighting Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan (formed in 1986). Each year\, a delegation of Isesaki citizens travels to Springfield to contribute to the festival through demonstrations and interactions with attendees. \nFri.\, Sept. 6: 5-10 p.m.\nSat.\, Sept. 7: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.\nSun.\, Sept. 8: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. \nFee:\n$9/Adult Friday and Sunday\,\n$14/Adult on Saturday;\n$4/Children 12 yrs. and under\,\nFREE/Children 2 yrs. and under & Sister Cities members
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/2024-japanese-fall-festival/2024-09-07/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Japanese Fall Festival is a celebration of authentic Japanese culture highlighting Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan (formed in 1986). Each year\, a delegation of Isesaki citizens travels to Springfield to contribute to the festival through demonstrations and interactions with attendees. \nFri.\, Sept. 6: 5-10 p.m.\nSat.\, Sept. 7: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.\nSun.\, Sept. 8: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. \nFee:\n$9/Adult Friday and Sunday\,\n$14/Adult on Saturday;\n$4/Children 12 yrs. and under\,\nFREE/Children 2 yrs. and under & Sister Cities members
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/2024-japanese-fall-festival/2024-09-06/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate culture and spring with the Springfield Sister Cities Association at the Springfield Botanical Gardens. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us. Whack a piñata nearby. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican performances and children’s activities and free admission to Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season. \nSpringfield Botanical Gardens 417-864-1191 \nAge: All ages\nTime: Sat.\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.\nFee: Free admission\, $5/Kite kit
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/cherry-blossom-kite-and-pinata-festival-3/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:1860’s Lifestyle Expo
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to listen to music\, see cooking and crafting demonstrations\, play games and tour historic buildings at Gray/Campbell Farmstead in Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park. Saturday starts with a costume parade at 11 a.m.\, and a homemade apple pie contest at noon. Sunday starts with the Brush Arbor Meeting in the pavilion at 11 a.m.\, and quilt raffle winner announcement at 2 p.m. Presented by Friends of the Gray/Campbell Farmstead. \nGray/Campbell Farmstead 417-891-1515 \nAge: All ages\nTime: Sat. and Sun.\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.\nFee: Free
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/1860s-lifestyle-expo-3/
LOCATION:Gray Campbell Farmstead\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T183623Z
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SUMMARY:27th Annual Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:A three-day celebration of Japanese culture and Springfield’s sister city\, Isesaki\, Japan\, featuring performances\, food\, activities\, vendors\, and more. Presented by Springfield Sister Cities Association. \n\n\n\nFri.\, Sept. 8\n5 p.m.-10 p.m.\n$9/adult\n$4/child ages 3-12\n\n\nSat.\, Sept. 9\n11 a.m.-10 p.m.\n$14/adult\n$4/child ages 3-12\n\n\nSun.\, Sept. 10\n11 a.m.-6 p.m.\n$9/adult\n$4/child ages 3-12 or person in cosplay
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/27th-annual-japanese-fall-festival/2023-09-08/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T150000
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CREATED:20230130T220238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T220421Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Butterfly Festival
DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Garden’s Butterfly Festival marks 14 years of celebrating pollinators along side the Springfield/Greene County Park Board and local partners! Join us Saturday\, June 24 from 9:00 am-3:00 pm! \nMore info HERE!
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/2023-butterfly-festival/
LOCATION:Springfield Botanical Gardens\, 2400 S Scenic Ave\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T160000
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CREATED:20230316T204555Z
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SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate culture and spring with Springfield Sister Cities Association. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us. Whack a piñata nearby or make your own mini piñata. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican performances and children’s activities\, and free admission to Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season.\nSpringfield Botanical Gardens 417-891-1515 \nAge: All ages\nTime 11 a.m.-4 p.m.\nFee: Free admission\,\n$5/Kite or mini piñata kit
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/cherry-blossom-kite-and-pinata-festival-2/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20220825T180546Z
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SUMMARY:Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍\n𝘛𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺; 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘩 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘦𝘥.\nFri.\, Sept. 9 from 5pm-10pm\nAdmission: $8/adult; $3/kids 12 and younger\nSat.\, Sept. 10 from 11am-10pm\nAdmission: $12/adult; $3/kids 12 and younger\nSun.\, Sept. 11 from 11am-6pm\nAdmission: $8/adult; $3/kids 12 and younger; $3/person dressed in costume role play\n𝘗𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦! 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺.\n\n𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐒\n\n𝗦𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗶 𝗦𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗹 headlines the festival\, performing beautifully choreographed Japanese sword fighting set to traditional and rock music. Their routines include an engaging mix of comedy and humanistic-themed dramas\, requiring athleticism and grace.\n𝗨𝘇𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘂\, a yosakoi dance ensemble from San Jose’s Japantown\, performs an energetic style of dance that blends traditional and modern Japanese movements and music.\n𝗬𝗮𝘀𝘂 𝗜𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗱𝗮 is a storyteller and magician originally from Ube\, Japan. Ishida combines traditional Japanese theatre\, music\, origami\, magic and storytelling to bring the enchanting land of Japan to his audiences.\n𝗦𝗲𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗮 is a world-renowned shodo artist from Japan’s Fukushima prefecture. Her large-scale calligraphy performances are inspired by hope and peace.\nFavorite performers returning to the festival include 𝗦𝘁. 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝘀𝘂𝘄𝗮 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗸𝗼\, ensemble drummers; 𝗞𝗶𝘇𝘂𝗻𝗮\, Springfield’s Japan America friendship club; 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆’𝘀 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝗽𝗼 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶\, martial arts demonstrators; 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆\, costume role play demonstrators; and 𝗞𝗶𝗥𝗮 𝗞𝗶𝗥𝗮 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱\, cosplay dance team.\n\n𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒\nIn addition to numerous vendor and artisan booths featuring wares authentic to Japanese culture\, guests will enjoy the 𝗡𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗻𝗸𝗮 𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 (Japanese culture experience tent)\, the 𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (souvenirs and snacks tents)\, and 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀.\nThe festival offers cultural opportunities geared toward children including an activity area featuring traditional Japanese games and crafts led by Japanese language students from 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗼 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹. These opportunities end by dusk each evening.\n\n𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐒\n𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯!\n𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐋𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐊\nBeginning at dusk on Friday and Saturday\, September 9 and 10\, hundreds of torches light the garden pathways and soft Japanese music fills the air to create a romantic strolling atmosphere.\nPurchase a 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 and set your dreams afloat on one of the koi ponds.\n𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘\n𝗖𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 in partnership with 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 is Sunday\, September 11. Come to the festival in your cosplay (costume role play) to receive $3 admission.\n\n𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓\nThe Japanese Fall Festival is a celebration of authentic Japanese culture highlighting 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝟯𝟲-𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝘀𝗲𝘀𝗮𝗸𝗶\, 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻. In typical years\, Springfield and Isesaki exchange performers to entertain and share culture at each other’s festivals. These exchanges were cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19. We are so excited to resume the exchanges this year!\nSpringfield Sister Cities Association donates half of the Japanese Fall Festival’s admission proceeds to the maintenance and development of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, sponsored by Simmons Bank. The remaining proceeds benefit cultural programs which further Springfield Sister Cities Association’s mission of “Peace through People.”\npeacethroughpeople.org.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/japanese-fall-festival-3/2022-09-09/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:2022 Butterfly Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Butterfly Festival marks 13 years of celebrating pollinators!\n  \nJoin us as we celebrate the Roston Native Butterfly House and the native butterflies and moths it supports! \nClick here for more details!
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/butterfly-festival-2/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Program,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T160000
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SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with the Springfield Sister Cities Association. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us on the Great Lawn. Whack a piñata nearby. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican children’s crafts at the Botanical Center\, and free admission to the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season. \nAdmission is free. Kite building kits and mini piñata building kits are $5 each. \nFind more information here.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/kite-and-pinata-festival-3/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Springfield Sister Cities Association\, in partnership with the Springfield- Greene County Park Board\, proudly presents the 25th Japanese Fall Festival on Friday-Sunday\, September 10-12\, 2021\, in the beautiful Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden located within the extraordinary Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, Mo. \nUzumaru\, a yosakoi dance ensemble from San Jose’s Japantown\, headlines the festival. Yosakoi is an energetic style of dance that blends traditional and modern Japanese movements and music. \nYasu Ishida\, storyteller and magician originally from Ube\, Japan\, returns to the festival for an encore performance. Ishida combines traditional Japanese theatre\, music\, origami\, magic and storytelling to bring the enchanting land of Japan to his audiences. \nFavorite performers returning to the festival include St. Louis Osuwa Taiko\, ensemble drummers; Kizuna\, Springfield’s Japan America Friendship Club; and Tracy’s Kenpo Karate Studios of Southwest Missouri\, martial arts demonstrators. \nIn addition to numerous vendor and artisan booths featuring wares authentic to Japanese culture\, guests will enjoy the Nihon bunka taiken tent (Japanese culture experience tent)\, the omiyage and dagashi tent (souvenirs and snacks tent)\, and concessions. \nThe festival offers many cultural opportunities geared toward children including an activity area featuring traditional Japanese games and crafts led by Japanese language students from Kickapoo High School and Japanese art activities led by the Springfield Regional Arts Council. \nBring your glow sticks and enjoy a hologram projected concert\, Miku Matsuri\, organized by Springfield Cosplay on Saturday\, September 11 at 9 p.m. Cosplay Day is Sunday\, September 12; come to the festival in your cosplay (costume role play) to receive $3 admission. In celebration of its 6th anniversary\, Springfield Cosplay presents a cosplay showcase featuring Shiny Dreamers at 5 p.m. \nBeginning at dusk on Friday and Saturday\, September 10 and 11\, hundreds of torches light the garden pathways and soft Japanese music fills the air to create a romantic strolling atmosphere. Purchase a wishing lantern and set your dreams afloat on one of the koi ponds. \nFestival hours are 5 p.m.-10 p.m. on Friday\, September 10; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday\, September 11; and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday\, September 12. \nAdmission for adults is $10 on Saturday\, September 11 and $7 on Friday and Sunday\, September 10 and 12. Children 12 and younger are $3 on any day. People dressed in cosplay (costume role play) receive a $3 admission price on Sunday\, September 12. \nFace coverings are strongly encouraged at interaction points. \nMembers of Springfield Sister Cities Association receive free entry all weekend. An annual membership ranges in price from $5 for a student to $50 for a family; join and view additional membership benefits at peacethroughpeople.org/membership. \nHundreds of volunteers are needed to work the Japanese Fall Festival; volunteers receive free entry to the festival on the day of their shift. For more information and to sign up\, please click here. \nNew vendor applications are welcome; proposed booths must be authentic to Japanese culture for consideration. For more information and to apply\, please click here. \nSupport for the Japanese Fall Festival is provided by Queen City Real Estate Company\, Tony and Linda Shalloup\, Tom Finnie and Chase. Sponsorship opportunities are available; learn more at peacethroughpeople.org/sponsorship. \nThe Japanese Fall Festival is a celebration of authentic Japanese culture highlighting Springfield’s 35-year-old sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan. In typical years\, Springfield and Isesaki exchange performers to entertain and share culture at each other’s festivals. These exchanges were cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19. \nSpringfield Sister Cities Association donates half of the Japanese Fall Festival’s admission proceeds to the maintenance and development of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, sponsored by Simmons Bank. The remaining proceeds benefit cultural programs which further Springfield Sister Cities Association’s mission of “Peace through People.” \nFor more information regarding the Japanese Fall Festival or Springfield Sister Cities Association\, please visit peacethroughpeople.org/jff or call 417-874-2962.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/japanese-fall-festival-2/2021-09-10/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Festival
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly Festival marks 12 years of celebrating pollinators\nJoin us as we celebrate the Roston Native Butterfly House and the native butterflies and moths it supports! \nFriends of the Garden’s Butterfly Festival marks 12 years of celebrating pollinators on Saturday\, June 19\, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, Mo. The free event features Master Gardeners of Greene County’s educational program for children\, Young Sprouts in the Garden. \nAll ages are invited to celebrate pollinators and nature in an extraordinary setting. A variety of activities\, performances and vendors offers something for everyone. \nVisit the Roston Native Butterfly House and Caterpillar Petting Zoo to get an up-close look at the butterfly and moth life cycles. Volunteers raise and care for thousands of caterpillars\, moths and butterflies throughout the year to make this unique exhibit possible. \nEnjoy gardening adventures and create butterfly- and nature-related crafts provided by the Master Gardeners of Greene County as part of their Young Sprouts in the Garden educational program. \nSchedule\n[table “7” not found /]\n\nVendors\n\nFriends of the Garden\nMaster Gardeners of Greene County\nOzark Garden Railway Society\nOzark Soul Native Plants\nSmiling Sun Gardens\nSno-Nut\, LLC\nSpringfield Area Herb Society\nSpringfield-Greene County Park Board Concessions\n\nAll ages are needed to help count butterflies at the Kickapoo Edge Prairie with Dorothy Thurman and Jeff Grayless\, both citizen scientists and volunteers at the Roston Native Butterfly House Docent. The numbers are recorded to monitor butterfly populations each year.  Meet at the welcome tent at Noon to participate. \nPurchase your wildlife-friendly plants\, get lost in a story as read by the Springfield-Greene County Library District and watch in awe as The Instars perform their Butterfly Magic Show. Enjoy free admission to the widely-acclaimed Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden and free tours of the historic Gray/Campbell Farmstead and Liberty School. \nLearn about necessary host and nectar plants that support butterfly life cycles by participating in garden walks through the Butterfly and Herb Gardens.  Experts from the Botanical Gardens and the Springfield Area Herb Society will be on hand to answer your questions. \nCool off inside the Botanical Center building and enjoy nearly 100 photos from the Eagle Eye Camera Club.  All photos on display were taken at the Springfield Botanical Gardens.  This club introduces 4th\, 5th and 6th grade students\, from the John Thomas School of Discovery in Nixa\, to photography through fun and experiential learning. \nMany volunteers are needed to ensure this popular community event runs smoothly. If you are interested in helping\, please visit Our sign-up page  to volunteer. \nFriends of the Garden is proud to partner with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board and Master Gardeners of Greene County to make this event possible. \nThe Butterfly Festival is also made possible by generous community sponsors: The Jeannette L. Musgrave Foundation and the City of Springfield Environmental Services. \nFor more information\, please call 417-864-1341 or e-mail info@friendsofthegarden.org. \nFacebook Event Page \nEvent Flyer \nFriends of the Garden’s mission is to inspire the discovery\, understanding\, and appreciation of nature by creating and maintaining gardens at the Springfield Botanical Gardens and by supporting the mission of the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center and Park Board.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/butterfly-festival/
LOCATION:Springfield Botanical Gardens\, 2400 S Scenic Ave\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Program,Festival
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Kite and Pinata Festival
DESCRIPTION:Springfield Sister Cities is so disappointed to cancel this event due to the poor weather forecast. The Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden will still be open for free admission from 10am-7pm\, and the Gray/Campbell Farmstead will still be open for free viewing from 1:30-4:30pm.  \nCelebrate spring with the Springfield Sister Cities Association. Bring a kite to fly or build one with us on the Great Lawn. Whack a piñata nearby. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican children’s crafts at the Botanical Center\, and free admission to the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden as it reopens for the season. \nAdmission is free. Kite building kits and mini piñata building kits are $5 each.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/kite-and-pinata-festival-2/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200919T163000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: 1860s Lifestyle Expo
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled.  \nAs fall approaches it is a great time to visit the Gray-Campbell Farmstead. The buildings are open for all to experience. Several booths are set-up for visitors to get a glimpse into farm life in the 1860’s. Many hands on activities for all ages. 11:00 am – 4:30 pm each day.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/1860s-lifestyle-expo/2020-09-19/
LOCATION:Gray Campbell Farmstead\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Gray Campbell Farmstead":MAILTO:information@graycampbellfarmstead.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200911T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
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SUMMARY:Japanese Fall Mini Series
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Japanese culture\, mask and social distance at a series of small outdoor events! Learn more at peacethroughpeople.org.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/japanese-fall-mini-series/2020-09-11/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
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SUMMARY:Postponed: Butterfly Festival and Young Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed and will go virtual the week of July 13! \nJoin us here and on our social media for child-oriented activities and fun designed to nurture an appreciation for gardening and nature.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/butterfly-festival-and-young-sprouts/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Social Event
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T225510Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Kite and Pinata Festival
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Kite and Piñata Festival Cancelled \nSpringfield Sister Cities Association invites you to welcome culture and the spring season at the Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival on Saturday\, April 4\, 2020 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Springfield Botanical Gardens\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, Mo. The free event for all ages highlights Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan and Tlaquepaque\, Mexico. \nBring a kite to fly on the great lawn and line your little ones up to try their hand at breaking piñatas filled with candy. Build and decorate your own kite or mini piñata for $5 while supplies last. \nEnjoy performances by Japanese magic storyteller Yasu Ishida\, Mariachi Flor de Missouri\, Kizuna Japan America Friendship Group\, Grupo Latinoamericano\, Springfield Cosplay and Lancaster Station. \nTreat yourself to Japanese\, Mexican or American cuisine provided by local vendors and Springfield-Greene County Park Board Concessions. Browse the market of Japanese and Mexican snacks\, candies\, beverages and souvenirs. \nAdditional activities are provided by Missouri State University’s Foreign Language Institute and International Friends program\, Parents as Teachers\, Kickapoo High School’s Japanese Language Club\, Springfield Cosplay and Springfield Regional Arts Council.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/kite-and-pinata-festival/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Program,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springfield Sister Cities Association":MAILTO:lbakerink@springfieldmo.gov
GEO:37.171762;-93.330224
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20190719T163641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190823T202547Z
UID:2194-1569063600-1569083400@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:1860's Lifestyle Exposition
DESCRIPTION:Rediscover pioneer life at the oldest house in Springfield at the Gray/Campbell Farmstead. Go back in time with plenty of activities for the whole family. \nSunday features an 11am outdoor service with expo activities beginning at Noon. \nCheck back later for more information!
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/1860s-lifestyle-exposition/2019-09-21/
LOCATION:Gray Campbell Farmstead\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gray Campbell Farmstead":MAILTO:information@graycampbellfarmstead.org
GEO:37.1716759;-93.3288806
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190906T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190906T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20190719T164943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T173412Z
UID:2204-1567789200-1567807200@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Japanese Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate authentic Japanese culture in the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden and visit with delegates from Springfield’s sister city of Isesaki\, Japan. \n$7-10/adult\, $3/child \nCheck back later for more information!
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/japanese-fall-festival/2019-09-06/
LOCATION:Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Springfield Sister Cities Association":MAILTO:lbakerink@springfieldmo.gov
GEO:37.1716759;-93.3288806
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20181228T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T191449Z
UID:1292-1554548400-1554566400@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Kite and Pinata Festival
DESCRIPTION:This free event for all ages celebrates Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki\, Japan and Tlaquepaque\, Mexico.  \nBring a kite to fly on the great lawn or build and decorate one for $5. Enjoy Japanese and Mexican performances and activities; little ones can try their hand at breaking piñatas filled with candy. \nTake advantage of free admission to the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden from 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. The Stroll Garden is open daily from March 30-October 31; admission is regularly $4.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/cherry-blossom-kite-and-pinata-festival/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20181228T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190311T234609Z
UID:1287-1552730400-1552752000@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Orchid Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Springfield Orchid Society brings a juried display of beautiful\, rare and exotic orchids to the Botanical Center. Orchids available for purchase. Botanical Center 891-1515
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/orchid-show-and-sale/2019-03-16/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Plant Sale,Show
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20181029T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T050000Z
UID:1213-1543669200-1543676400@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Christmas at the Farmstead
DESCRIPTION:Join volunteers at the Gray-Campbell Farmstead to celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas. Decorate the tree with hand-made vintage ornaments. Enjoy hot cocoa\, cookies\, and carols.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/christmas-at-the-farmstead/
LOCATION:Pink Dogwood Garden Club
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Holiday,Seasonal,Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20181029T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T050000Z
UID:1152-1543651200-1543683600@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Train Garden Display
DESCRIPTION:The magic of miniature landscapes and moving model trains transforms the Botanical Center atrium into a holiday wonderland. Presented by the Ozark Garden Railway Society. Donations accepted.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/holiday-train-garden-display/2018-12-01/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Holiday,Seasonal,Show
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20180523T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180523T050000Z
UID:1089-1540029600-1540054800@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:2018 Springfield's Rock\, Gem & Mineral Show
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to present our 51st Annual Springfield Rock\, Gem & Mineral Show at the Springfield Expo Center\, on Saturday\, October 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. & Sunday\, October 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nThere will be rock & mineral specimens\, gemstones\, jewelry\, fossils\, grab bags\, educational displays\, silent auctions\, guest speakers & more. \nChildren under 12 will receive a free Rock Hound Starter Kit (while supplies last). \nAdult: $6.00\, Student: $3.00\, Child (Under 12): $1.00
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/2018-springfields-rock-gem-mineral-show/2018-10-20/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20180228T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T060000Z
UID:1079-1529748000-1529766000@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Daylily Display
DESCRIPTION:At the height of the season\, visit the Daylily Garden\, nationally registered as an American Hemerocallis Display Garden\, with more than 800 named varieties of daylilies. The Ozark Daylily Society presents a flower display in the Botanical Center.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/daylily-display/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Show
GEO:37.171762;-93.330224
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20180228T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T060000Z
UID:1078-1529744400-1529766000@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Festival with Young Sprouts in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate gardening\, nature and butterflies. Visit the Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House and caterpillar petting zoo\, enter the pollinator costume contest\, “pollinate” flowers\, see the Fishin’ Magicians\, observe ladybugs and more. Gray-Campbell Farmstead and Liberty School open for tours.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/butterfly-festival-with-young-sprouts-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Show
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Garden":MAILTO:info@friendsofthegarden.org
GEO:37.171762;-93.330224
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021413
CREATED:20180228T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T060000Z
UID:1061-1525611600-1525618800@www.friendsofthegarden.org
SUMMARY:How to Grow Gorgeous Hostas and Hosta Sale
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Greater Ozarks Hosta Society. Guest speaker Tom Micheletti\, founder of the Northern Illinois Hosta Society and past president of the American Hosta Society\, will present\, “Hostas in the Landscape.” Beautiful hosta leaves will be on display\, and hostas will be for sale as well. Treats and door prizes will also be part of this fun event. Admission is free\, and plant sale prices will vary.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/how-to-grow-gorgeous-hostas-and-hosta-sale/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Program,Exhibition,Fair,Festival,Plant Sale,Show
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