Join Hometown Radio (KRZK 106.3/KOMC 100.1) and Skaggs Community Health Center for their 5th annual Family Health Fair to be held at the Hilton Convention Center in Branson. This event will be taking place February 22nd, 2008 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. and February 23rd, 2008 8 a.m. – noon. Presentations and workshops will be done by Skaggs as well as various other businesses. The Health Challenge grand prize winner will be announced and there will be opportunities to win prizes as well as giveaways. Also, don’t miss out on FREE and low-cost health screenings (some screenings do require an appointment so please call 335-7140 to schedule).

American Presidents: Life Portraits features the only complete collection of American presidential oil portraits by one artist. This unique collection created by Chas Fagan will be on display at the American Presidents Museum March 3rd, 2008 – April 30th, 2008. Along with the painted there will also be biographical sketches of all 42 presidents, photographs, and front pages from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution which date back to 1876.

For more information please call 417-334-8683

American Presidential Museum is located 2849 Grenta Rd in Branson.

Come join the Branson Divas for a special Holiday Lunch Show! The lunch shows will play from December 31st, 2007 – January 4th, 2008. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 1:30 p.m.

Special Area Appreciation for locals (please call for pricing).

For more information please call the Imaginary Theatre at (417) 332-1911 or Diva Ticket Hotline at (417) 527-5339.

It’s the 14th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show in Branson, Missouri!! If you are interested in getting an idea of what shows Branson has to offer year round, then you need to be at the Jim Stafford Theatre on February 11, 2008! Some of the shows represented will be Jim Stafford, Legends in Concert, Doug Gabriel, Comedy Jamboree, Grand Jubilee, Baldknobbers, Celebrate America, and The White House Theatre…and others! Don’t miss this great opportunity to get a little taste of Branson at a Big Show!!!

For more information please call (417) 335-8080

Join Christian Action Ministries (CAM) and Butterflies at Branson for their press conference to be held at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic church at 2 p.m. on January 11, 2008 (followed by a tour of CAM on the lower level of the building). Unadorned butterfly sculptures will be presented to the community and then will be taken to be finished and unveiled March 29th, 2008 at the Butterfly Palace. These beautiful sculptures will then be moved to various locations and will remain until the final auction in October, 2008. This project goes to benefit Christian Action Ministries and their work in the Branson area.

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church is located at 203 Vaughn Drive in Branson. For more information please call (417) 334-1157.

Enjoy the Landing Princess 4 1/2 hour cruise this New Year’s Eve. While on the cruise you will experience dining, entertainment, dancing, and a fantastic view of the Branson Landing’s Fire & Watershow. Gift certificates and private parties are available. For more information or to make reservations please call 1-417-239-3980.

The annual winter coat drive for Taney County will be taking place the months of December and January. Anyone is welcome to donate a new or gently used winter coat or jacket. Drop off locations will be OACAC located at 115 Corporate Place (Branson), phone number 417-239-1882. Christian Action Ministries (CAM) will also be accepting donations at 202 Vaughn Road (Branson), phone number 417-334-1157. You may also bring your coat or jacket donation to Comet Cleaners on Hwy 248. Comet Cleaners has also agreed to clean coats and jackets left at their location before they are distributed to those in need.

“Scrooge Finds His Groove in the 60’s” will perform through December 15th at the Jim Stafford Theater. Branson’s most Unique and Different Christmas Show. The Classic Christmas Carol Story with a 60’s Twist. Join Scrooge, Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future for this unique blend of traditional Christmas Carols and Classic 60’s Hits.

The second half of the show you will enjoy hearing the 1960’s come alive with Motown, California Surfing and Jukebox favorites. And you don’t want to miss our very special tribute to our men and women in the Armed Forces.

The regular season show will be back on Dec 27, 28, 29 with matinees at 2:00 each day.

The League of Branson Theatre Owners and Show Producers present Christmas Area Appreciation Shows (for Stone and Taney County residents). Tickets are $5.00 (plus tax and any applicable service fee’s).

Shows will include:

#1 Hits of the 60’s (at Jim Stafford Theatre) – Dec. 12 at 12p.m. and Dec. 13 & 14 at 8p.m.

New Shanghai Circus – Dec. 10th at 8p.m.

Jim Stafford Show – Dec. 11 and Dec. 12 at 7:30p.m. & Dec. 13 at 3p.m.

Six (at Hughes American Family Theatre) – Dec. 13th at 12p.m.

Doug Gabriel (at Jim Stafford Theatre) – Dec. 13 & Dec. 14 at 10a.m.

Goldwing Express (at God and Country Theatre) – Dec. 14 at 8p.m.

Hamner Barber Present the Wings of Christmas – Dec. 14 at 8p.m.

Kirby & Bambi VanBurch’s Christmas Spectacular – Dec. 18th at 8p.m.

Legends in Concert – Dec. 21 & Dec. 22 at 3p.m. & 8p.m.

The Hughes Brothers – Dec. 28 & Dec. 29 at 8p.m.

Circle B Chuckwagon – Dec. 27, 28, 29 ($5.00 additional for food)

Each person must show a Missouri Drivers License with a Stone or Taney County address. Tickets will be available 1 hour before show time.

Ozark Mountain Helicopter is offering gift certificates perfect for anyone on your shopping list this Christmas season. It’s a great gift for husband, kids, boss, parents, employees…anyone!

Rides for as little as $28.95.

For more information please call 417-337-7002. Ozark Mountain Helicopters is still offering Christmas light tours!!