Art Open House — Friday, June 24th,

5:30-7 pm at Mount Pleasant Winery.

You are invited to attend the BAC’s Art Open House and Mixer. This is one in a series of art open house that feature local artists and their work. This month we are featuring artists from the BrushStroke Art Gallery in Hollister. Plan to stop by for great art work, fellowship, snacks and wine. This is a great way to get acquainted with local arts and local art supporters.

The Branson Arts Council presents Ron Radford, a Flamenco Guitarist

Saturday June 18th — 4 pm

Free concert at the Fountain Area on the Branson Landing.

This brilliant American Flamenco virtuoso has evoked standing ovations on four continents. He has been acclaimed in Mexico City as, “equal to those on any Flamenco stage in Madrid, Seville or Andalusia” His melodies are haunting, the rhythms are fiery and the concert will be a leisurely journey into flamenco-the folk music of southern Spain. From the very literal imitations of bugles and drums in “Holy Week in Seville” to the unspeakable sadness of the “Cante Hondo”, the Spanish songs of lament, Radford performs with a consistently crisp technique that is flexible enough to master the extremes inherent in the flamenco style. All are welcome to come and listen to this fine guitarist on Saturday June 18th.

He will also perform at the Old Stone Church on Sunday, June 19th at 2 pm.

The College of the Ozarks Lady Bobcats are gearing up for a benefit game and activities, Rebound and Rebuild, to be held Saturday, June 18 at 7 p.m. Current and former Lady Bobcats will reunite for a basketball game. Attendees may take part in a silent auction or kid’s activities, get an autograph from current players, have a chance to win door prizes and enjoy other entertainment.

Price of admission is donation-based; all proceeds will go to Joplin High School. If individuals cannot make it, but would like to offer a donation for the cause, they may contact Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach Becky Vest at [email protected] or (417) 690-2547.

Author Lecture and Book Signing featuring Dick Hrebik Author, Adventurer, Marine

Saturday, June 11, 2-4 pm at The Murder Rock Club House

Join us Saturday, June 11th at 2pm at the Murder Rock Club House. The Communities at Branson Creek invites you to a special event featuring one of our residents, Dick Hrebik. Dick is an author, historian, adjunct lecturer, actor, singer, adventurer, and retired Marine major who brings humor and challenging questions to his books and speeches. Hrebik holds an MBA degree and is an arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). For 22 years he was the Director of Administration of large law firms, including the Washington, DC office of Jones Day. He is a voice from the Silent Generation who has traveled to and lived in 80 countries, having climbed some of the highest mountains in the world.

Dick’s new book, A Warrior Among Us has just been released. Enjoy an authors seminar and a Q & A session on this book and his last work, Corps Vet, A Memoir from the Silent Generation. Both books will be for sale during this event.

Corps Vet tells the story of hope, determination and courage in one boy born to Czech and German immigrant parents during the Great Depression, growing up in a small Southern Illinois coal mining town and a suburb of Chicago. In search of the American Dream, as a teenager, he began traveling around the world experiencing the mysteries of 80 countries, including serving 23 years as a U.S. Marine. He overcame adversity, embraced life changes, met famous people, and had a few thrills and secret missions along the way. Today this member of the Silent Generation remains loyal to God, country and Corps.

The Warrior Among Us – A Warning for America
After the destruction of their home planet, Sarnificus, Deke, who later becomes a U.S. MARINE, and his followers migrate to Earth where they find a politically charged planet in the midst of its own violent upheaval. Led by Deke, the Sarnifikans live secretly among us, actually morphed inside many of us, while studying our warlike behavior and using their advanced knowledge to prevent the disaster that happened on their planet from happening here. But can they? It seems Deke’s nemesis, Ali Khan, has followed him to Earth, along with his Sarnifikite followers and aligned themselves with al Qaeda, bent on world dominance. Instead of bringing peace to us, they hasten the destruction of us through the onslaught of several wars. Can Deke stop them? Can he save Earth?

To learn more about Dick and his books you can visit his web site at www.dickhrebik.com

Come early and enjoy lunch at Glenn’s Restaurant at the Murder Rock Club House and assure yourself a good seat for this great event. There is no cost to attend this lecture, but we do ask that you RSVP. Call Erin at 417-336-0940 to RSVP or for more information.

24th Anniversary of Fireburst in Kimberling City Includes Music, Kids Activities and More for Free

Saturday July 2nd marks the 24th Anniversary of Fireburst at Table Rock Lake. Hosted by the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce, the event takes place in the center of Kimberling City overlooking the lake. This year the Chamber is excited about the headline bands including M-Dock and Members Only. The event will be a full day of activities, including 2 bounce houses, a 16 foot blow up water slide and basketball hoops for the kids. Food, craft, retail and nonprofit vendors will be there as well to keep young and old busy throughout the day. People are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets into the event. No alcohol is allowed.

The event is free to the public and survives solely on sponsorships and donations.”We are very excited about this year’s Fireburst. Our goal is to provide a great family-friendly, community event that anyone and everyone can afford to come to. Our partners this year are making this possible,” says Events and Communications Manager, Allyson Tuckness. Major sponsors include The Springfield News Leader, Port of Kimberling Marina & Resort, Steiner Talent, White River Valley Electric, and The Branson Tri Lakes News, among others.

The event will begin at 10:00 am and will end as soon as the fireworks are over. Free parking is being provided by many local businesses in the area and the area churches are helping out with shuttling people to and from the event. The fireworks will be put on by Lantis Fireworks out of St. Louis and the music will be broadcast over Hometown Radio so even those enjoying the event by boat and car will be able to listen to the music while enjoying the fireworks over the water.

22nd ANNUAL HONOR AMERICA CELEBRATION SLATED FOR JUNE 26

College of the Ozarks invites the public to attend the 22nd annual Honor America on Sunday, June 26. The event will begin with a picnic at 4:30 p.m. where attendees can purchase barbecue items, followed by a musical entertainment beginning at 5 p.m. and a patriotic program and concert at 8 p.m.

“Honor America has become a tradition that people of all ages can enjoy, “said Elizabeth Andrews, College of the Ozarks public relations director. “ Kids can play with tinker toys, make bubbles and much more, while parents and grandparents can enjoy great music, barbecue and relax. Folks who attend will experience an atmosphere reminiscent of an old-fashioned patriotic celebration.”

This year’s event will host a new slate of entertainers. Before the sky lights up with fireworks, the cast from Red, Hot… and Blue! will perform American classics from the 40s, 50s and 60s. The Petersen Family Band of Branson will entertain attendees with bluegrass and southern gospel music.

“Patriotism is a main focus at College of the Ozarks, and Honor America is a great way to celebrate that,” said Andrews. “I can’t think of a better way to kick off the Fourth of July holiday than by coming to the College’s beautiful campus to listen to music that encompasses the American spirit and to pay tribute to our nation. So, please join us as we honor America.”

After dark, an elaborate fireworks display will conclude the event. Honor America is free and is open to the public, but do not forget your lawn chairs. Please do not bring alcohol or tobacco products, fireworks or pets onto campus. For more information, please call the Public Relations office at (417) 690-2212.

Can’t Sit Still – Help for Joplin

For many of us who have seen the devastation in Joplin and felt horrible for them, here is an opportunity to convert our feelings to actions.
Saturday, the RivR is taking a large group to help people dig out and get their homes in a livable condition. We have people who have gone on a scouting mission and now we need all hands on deck. Obviously there is no way to be sure of exactly what we will do on Saturday, but there are whole neighborhoods that are damaged but not destroyed. Our goal will be to assist residents in clearing debris and getting their homes in a condition so they can stay in them. This seems to be one of the greatest needs right now.

When:
Meet at the RivR @ 5:45 A.M. on Saturday.
Meet at 65 & 160 @ 6:20 A.M.
(It is really important that we travel together. We will be taking buses. Traffic is a huge problem in Joplin and we don’t want to compound their problems even more. So jump in with us.)

Who:
People who care a lot and are flexible enough to do whatever will help.
Skill is not a requirement – desire is.
This trip is for teens going into 9th grade – adults. (not advisable for younger kids)

What to bring:
Lunch
Change of clothes (optional – in case of rain)
Light tools – hammer, prybar, etc. (not necessary, but maybe helpful)
Work Gloves
Chainsaw – (again, not necessary, but we don’t know what we will need)
Heavy Machinery – tractors and trailers – (if you want to consider this, we will put
you in touch with appropriate people to help plan it’s use)

Return:
We will quit work around 5:00. We will stop in Springfield for a quick dinner on the way home.
Thanks for adjusting your plans and joining us on this really important trip. We have to continue care for others in significant ways. Please let us know if you are planning to go. Call the church office at 417-546-7487 and tell Lynn or send an email to [email protected]. The sooner you can let us know, the better we can plan the trip.

Our promise is that we will do everything possible to accomplish as much as we can. We won’t waste your time. Pray for the people in Joplin. Pray for the trip. Help us love with our hands, not just our thoughts.

If you love Bluegrass Music, and you’d like to hear some great bands, join us at the Kimberling City, MO Shopping Center Saturday, May 28th 7-10 p.m. The event is hosted by Missouri Boat Ride, & many bands will be performing throughout the evening.

There is going to be 5 different bands from the surrounding areas, including Arkansas that are going to perform free and all donations will be given to the Convoy of Hope out of Springfield that will only go to Joplin Missouri.
Cash or Check made to Convoy of Hope will be so appreciated.

Come enjoy Country and Bluegrass music and donate $1.00 or even $100.00. We all know the Joplin area will be recovering for a long time and the Ozarks always takes care of our neighbors.

Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fun.

The Missouri Women’s Golf Association is pleased to announce the Inaugural Mid Amateur Championship, hosted by Payne Stewart Golf Club, a Troon course, in Branson, MO during July 25-27th, 2011. Golfers, volunteers, spotters and businesses are invited to participate in this event. Amateur women 25 years and older who are residents of Missouri or Johnson County, KS will compete for the first Missouri women’s Mid Amateur title in a 36 hole stroke play competition. The competition will play approximately 5300-5500 yards in length and flights will be determined after the first round. Entries will be accepted between May 30 and July 2, 2011.

Volunteers are needed to spot golf balls or help with logistics. Local merchants are invited to submit marketing materials, token gifts and/or coupons for the Registrants’ package. Donations will be accepted to provide golfers with health-related essentials (e.g., water, sunscreen) and recognition will be in the event program.

We are proud to begin the championship on this challenging course that honors the legacy of one of Missouri’s favorite sons. The player holding the first Mid Amateur Trophy will do so in the shadow of Payne Stewart’s memory as each hole has been designed as a tribute to the legendary Missourian. The local committee is encouraging golfers to bring their families and extend their visit to see all that the area has to offer. The Branson area is an excellent destination to play golf and enjoy the attractions, shows and shopping with family members.

The MWGA promotes women’s golf in Missouri and its competitions are open to all amateur females in Missouri and Johnson County, Kansas. Through the support of MWGA’s members and friends, the Missouri Women’s Golf Education Association annually grants scholarships to deserving high school junior golfers in pursuit of higher education.

Entry fee for contestants is $150.00. Membership in the MWGA is required at $30.00 annual dues. For those interested in golfing, visit the website for tournament entry forms and further details at www.mowomensga.org.

We hope that you will be able to join us and participate in this unique event in some way. If you are interested or have any questions or require additional information, please call the Payne Stewart Pro Shop at 877 337-2963 or email [email protected].

Titanic Book Signing Schedule – Author Appearances
Author Lee Merideth, May 28th – June 19th, 2011
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Come meet Author Lee Merideth at the Titanic Museum Attraction this May 28 – June 19, 2011. His book, “1912 Facts About Titanic,” is a collection of little- known facts & stories about Titanic, the people who experienced her, and the tragic events comprising her maiden voyage that ended so dramatically early the morning of April 15, 1912. It is not a definitive history of these events, nor is it intended to be. Instead, the book is a collection of some of the most interesting information about the doomed ship.

For more information, please contact us at 800-381-7670.