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Tammy Scholten
tammy.scholten@ggp.com
Branson Landing
417-239-3002
www.bransonlanding.com
100 Branson Landing
Branson, MO   65616

BRANSON, MO, August 28, 2009 – It’s a labor of love this Labor Day weekend at Branson’s premiere shopping and dining destination, the Branson Landing. Established in 2006, the Branson Landing continues its commitment to the community as a philanthropic supporter of a variety of local, state, regional and national charities. The upcoming holiday weekend will be filled with a host of family-fun, fundraising events and activities slated to support the National Muscular Dystrophy Association’s (MDA) Annual Telethon.

Unlike a typical fund-raising drive, Branson Landing’s activities promise to offer unique opportunities for families and friends to support the MDA while being entertained, enjoying a host of activities and indulging in the area’s finest foods. “With three jam-packed days of events, concerts and specials, we are hoping that the community will come out and help us support the MDA’s efforts to eradicate neuromuscular diseases,” stated Tammy Scholten, Director of Marketing for the Landing. “There are more than one million Americans inflicted with this muscle wasting disease, so chances are many of us know of someone who has been touched by this
crippling illness. Throughout the holiday weekend of events at Branson Landing, we will provide a way for the local community and tourists to get involved,” concluded Scholten.

The three-day fundraiser kicks off on Saturday, September 5th with daily activities scheduled throughout the weekend, including food specials from Shorty Small’s with BBQ sandwiches and more in Town Square, Funnel Cakes on the Landing, Cotton Candy Kids, Ben & Jerry’s, Jammin’ Java, Branson Ridge Winery and more – all donating a portion of their proceeds to the fund-raising efforts throughout the weekend.

Other weekend activities include huge inflatables provided by Monkey Moe’s. For a $1 to $2 donation, children can jump for Jerry’s Kids in Branson Landing’s Town Square. If you are looking for some adventure, take a sight-seeing cruise with Ride the Ducks, where “Riding a Duck Gives Jerry’s Kids a Buck” or jump on board one of the Branson Landing Cruises and enjoy Ozark Mountain Sightseeing Cruises on Lake Taneycomo aboard the Lake Queen Paddlewheel Boat or the Landing Princess. These locations at Branson Landing, will each be donating $1 per ticket sold on select days (Saturday through Monday) during the Labor Day weekend. In addition, the CBS television affiliate KOLR 10 with Anchor Tom Trtan, will be on property, broadcasting select events on Sunday and Monday, for local viewers to enjoy.

Don’t miss the Labor Day Weekend Concert Series benefiting MDA & Jerry’s Kids, where we invite Concert goers, to “Take a Seat and Take a Stand Against Muscle Disease” by offering a special VIP Seating Section, with 250 chairs positioned in the amphitheater area in front of the fountains for stage level viewing of each concert. Participation is $5 – $10 a seat, per concert with 100% of the proceeds directly benefiting the local MDA Chapter and Jerry’s Kids.

The MDA Concert Series kicks off on Saturday afternoon with two FREE live concerts at 12:30PM and 4:00PM by the UNDERGROUND BLUES DIVISION, a Powerhouse Blues/Rock Band from Branson, MO, featuring the phenomenal talents of 23 year old Stratslinger, Nathan Keck. THE NACE BROTHERS, a musically unstoppable band, touring 220 dates and logging over 50,000 miles a year, will be back in the Branson area – performing LIVE at the Branson Landing on Saturday evening at 8PM. Twenty-eight years later, they’re still going strong with three original members – David Nace, Jimmy Nace and Tim Williams, plus their newest member, T.J. Erhardt. Authentic versatility and twenty plus years experience, as well as eighteen years of working with Jimmy Buffett and occasionally opening shows and performing at Margaritaville, The Nace Brothers have developed an original sound that’s all their own, setting the standard for roots rock and roll
music.

Back by popular demand, CHAIN REACTION, a five-member tribute band to Journey, will perform at Sunday’s 8PM concert. Referred to as one of the best tribute bands in the country, CHAIN REACTION will take audiences back with those great Journey hits like “Separate Ways”, “Don’t Stop Believing”, “Faithfully” and “Open Arms.” Join us for all of these great concerts and “Take a Seat for Jerry’s Kids.”

The festivities come to an exciting culmination on Labor Day with The American Kids. The American Kids are a “Little League of Entertainers” who share their talent of singing and dancing with their local communities. Join them as they “Dance the Day Away for MDA” to raise money for Jerry’s Kids. The dance-a-thon will begin at 10AM with performances scheduled throughout the day until 5PM.

Join us at Branson Landing this Labor Day weekend for a fun-filled time in honor of Jerry’s Kids. For a complete listing of the Labor Day Weekend Schedule of Events benefiting MDA, visit www.bransonlanding.com.

For additional information and a complete list of shopping, entertainment, dining and lodging options, visit the Branson Landing website at www.bransonlanding.com.

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August
31

2009 State of Ozarks Fiddlers Association Proudly Presents The Bob Walsh Memorial Fiddler’s Convention – September 17th – 20th, 2009

Enjoy a weekend in the heart of the Ozarks with great music, food, and fun for all ages at one of the finest campgrounds the Ozarks has to offer!

Enjoy and be a part of great jam sessions all day long!

Meet some of the areas finest fiddlers as they conduct workshops throughout the day on their individual styles and techniques!

New for ’09:  Fiddle Workshop / Seminars by some of Branson’s finest fiddlers!

Don’t Miss This Exciting Event!

Located at Compton Ridge … Where Campers Come First

417-338-2911

5040 State Hwy 265 Branson, MO 65616

www.comptonridge.com

Questions regarding event:

Bruce Hoffman (417) 272-3206

Wayne Massengale (417) 335-4101

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August
31

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The George Dyer Show opens September 3, 2009 at the Dutton Family Theatre, with limited engagements through November 20, 2009.   Having performed in operas and concerts throughout the world, George now brings his amazing tenor voice and polished showmanship to Branson.

“I am delighted to be performing in the Dutton Family Theater,” says George.   “One of my strengths is the ability to establish a connection with my audience.  The combination of their state-of- the-art lighting and sound with the warm, inviting atmosphere of the theater, provides the perfect setting for my show.”

George has released three solo recordings which have received numerous accolades and awards.  He   has won seven Pearl Awards from the FCMA (Faith Centered Music Association) including “Male Vocalist of the Year” in 2001, 2004, and 2005.  He has filmed two made-for-tv concerts in Jerusalem and starred in two live action musicals now available on DVD.
“Music has always had such a powerful influence in my life and I want to share that with others,” George continues.  “My hope is to take my audience on a musical journey with me, and have them leave my show feeling uplifted and inspired.”

The GEORGE DYER Show offers a wide variety of musical genres; broadway, power ballads, love songs, popular classics, and favorite oldies.   George has soared onto the music scene and his concerts are receiving rave reviews. Listen to what people are saying about the voice that has everyone saying “WOW!”

“Easily one of the finest tenors in the world, living or dead…so breathtakingly beautiful, so  utterly exquisite, rich and resplendent, glorious, magnificent, stunning, amazing, there aren’t  words enough in my thesaurus.”  –Amazon.com

“With a silken yet ringing tone, excellent dynamics, and fine sense of line, George  Dyer…captured the role perfectly.  Each aria topped the previous.                                                                                 –The Honolulu Star Bulletin

To purchase tickets to the GEORGE DYER show, call the Dutton Family Theater at 417-332-2772, 888-388-8661.
For additional information go to http://www.georgedyer.com/ or http://www.theduttons.com/

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August
31

The wait is over for the return of the Gene Williams Country Television Show as fans came from as far away as South Dakota to be in the studio audience for the live taping of the first show featuring his co-host, Katie Lynn.

It’s great to be back and I appreciate the support and prayers of my friends and family while I was on hiatus as my doctor recommended. We’ve made a few changes for the show and the biggest is the new taping location. For about eight years we have taped on location in Branson, but due to the economy we moved to the NBC affiliate KY3 studios in Springfield. We will still feature the shows and stars from Branson and country music,” said Williams. “For the new show that will be telecast Sept. 5 and 6, we are featuring Katie Lynn, who has been my co-host since we started the show in Branson.”

Katie Lynn, Williams’ co-host, has received the Branson Entertainment Awards Best Support Vocalist twice for her work in the “Mickey Gilley Show.” She has worked with Gilley for more than eight years and also worked with Jim Owen for seven years. She is finishing her fifth CD release titled Me and Jesus Laughing. In addition to her singing career, she is a real estate agent.
Williams will appear in person on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 6 p.m. at the old Music Mountain Theater, now the Horseshoe Bend Theater, with the “Music in the Mountain Show” and also Sunday, Sept. 20, at 1:30 p.m. at the George D. Hay Music Hall of Fame Induction in Mammoth Spring, Ark. The induction will also include Loretta Lynn and Grand Ole Opry star Mike Snider and a performance by Katie Lynn.

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August
28

Andy Williams Area Appreciation

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August
28

Andy Williams All-Star Variety Show

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August
26

$1 of every ticket sold for Noah – The Musical goes to the American Red Cross

When? September 1 through September 5, 2009

Where? In the lobby of the Sight and Sound Theatres
1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway—Branson, MO 65616

When? 1 hour before each Noah – The Musical performance
Tues – Fri: 2pm to 3:30 pm (3:30 show); 5:30pm to 7 (7 pm show)
Saturday – 11 am, 2 pm and 5:30 pm (12:30pm, 3:30 pm & 7 pm shows)

Springfield, MO – The Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross kicks off disaster preparedness month by bringing the power of Pluggy to the Branson area. Pluggy is a 3′ tall, robotic fire hydrant that teaches fire safety to children from pre-school on up. Children love Pluggy and some even squeal with excitement as he dances, raps and teaches important fire safety tips to help save lives. Volunteers will operate Pluggy in the lobby of the theatre about an hour before each show September 1 through September 5, 2009.

Noah – The Musical at the Sight and Sound Theatre in Branson begins at 3:30 pm and 7 pm each day, Tuesday through Friday. Three shows are available on Saturday at 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm and 7 pm. American Red Cross volunteers use Pluggy to entertain and teach children fire safety tips.
Do you have a master fire plan in your home?
Do you know “stop, drop and roll”? Why did we change teaching this tip to children?
Do you know what this means? “Get Low and Go?”
Where is your safe meeting place?
Did you realize that the #1 disaster for families in Taney and Stone counties is single family fires? Money raised will serve Taney and Stone County families. In the last two years local volunteers responded to 105 families with 322 individuals who had a devastating burn-out. Local volunteers arrive within 1 hour from the Fire Chief’s call, to first provide comfort to the family—a hug or a teddy bear to children in the family. Then they give comfort kits, food and drink for family and emergency response persons, and designated cash on a debit card for emergency losses.

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August
26

Lee Greenwood Opens September 14

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August
24

1st Annual Guns & Hoses Fishing Tournament
Saturday, August 29
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

A benefit trout fishing tournament on Lake Taneycomo in Branson, Missouri, sponsored by Lilleys’ Landing Resort and Marina, 367 River Lane, Branson, MO, to raise money for the Branson Fire and Police auxiliary funds which help and support the Branson community.

If you need any assistance in registering for the tournament, please contact Kory Klein (417) 294-3319 or click here for addtional information

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August
21

HOLLISTER AFTER HOURS

Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 5:00 – 6:30 pm
Networking and Social Event
Join the Hollister Area Chamber of Commerce and your fellow chamber members for an evening of fun, food, drinks, and music

Hosted by:

Vintage Paris Coffee & Wine Café
260 Birdcage Walk
Historic Downtown Hollister
(417) 598-2374
Located behind Downing Street Furniture and next to Hollister Motorcycle Repair

Cost is $5 per person
RSVP to:
417.334.3050

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