This Weekend at a Glance:
June 13-14: Sounds on the Square Free Concert Series
June 13-15: Seussical: The Musical
June 13-14: Carriage Rides on the Square
June 13-15: Movies at the Moxie
June 13-14: The Skinny Improv! 6th Anniversary
June 14: “The Winning Team” at the Gillioz
June: Antique Cowboy Western Hero Museum Opens
June 16: MSU Tent Theatre Opens
June 1: “Downtown R&R - The Downtown Difference”
C- Street Market
Night On The Town: Packages Now Available
Downtown Springfield Association Update
Upcoming Events
GIGS AT THE GILLIOZ
14 Non-Smoking Restaurants Downtown
375 NEW PARKING SPACES AVAILABLE DOWNTOWN
Cider Days Calls for Artists

Sounds on the Square Free Concert Series
Park Central Square
June 13th - 14th

Make plans to visit Park Central Square the first three Friday and Saturday nights in June for a FREE concert series; Sounds on the Square. Bring your lawnchair or dine at one of the Park Central Squares 3 outdoor cafe’s and enjoy live music downtown. Come early and have dinner at one of the 40 downtown restaurants. June 13th catch Electra 225 and featuring Blue Plate Special. On June 14th it’s Greene Coast and our featured performer, Eddie Gumucio.

PLENTY OF PARKING AVAILABLE AT THE HEERS PARKING GARAGE!

Next week: June 20th - Tony Menown & the Expecations, Friends of Lynn and Nigel & the Ghost. June 21th - Lance Sitton & Solstice, Hot Box and The Lost Hill Band.

For more information or a complete list of performances, please visit It’s All Downtown.

This event is brought to by Empire Bank, Hoover Music, Scott Tillman Properties and the Community Improvement District. Art work done by David Spivey of Interscope Designs.
Seussical: The Musical
Springfield Little Theatre
June 13th - 15th

You will be delighted as all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life on stage. Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mazie and all of the Who’s of Whoville! These classical, colorful tales are seamlessly brought together by Jojo, a young boy and “a thinker of strange and wonderful thinks”! As each story unfolds, you will marvel at how relevant and profound Seuss’s subtle themes are, making this musical one that appeals to people of all ages. Seussical will be directed and choreographed by Lorianne Dunn. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit Springfield Little Theatre.
Carriage Rides on the Square
Park Central Square
June 13th - 14th

Enjoy a horse drawn carriage on Park Central Square. Just $5.00 a person for a majestic stroll around one of Springfield’s most popular destinations. Look for the “Shires for Hire” carriage in front of Riad located on the square. Carriage rides are offered weather permitting
Movies at the Moxie
408 W. Walnut
June 13th - 15th

This week the Moxie Cinema is featuring Son of Rambow and The Champions

Throughout June and July, Moxie Cinema is offering a special Double Feature ticket price. Customers can see two movies in one day for $10, which is upwards of $6 savings. Tickets must be purchased at the same time; internet ticketing is not eligible for this special.

For more information about these the Moxie Cinema, please visit www.moxiecinema.com.
The Skinny Improv
Park Central East
June 13th - 14th

2008 is the 6th year anniversary for the Skinny Improv! As part of the year-long celebration, the Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre is putting on 6 celebrations. The celebrations will be a part of the Mainstage Show at the Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre and will give away t-shirts, one time tickets, flex passes, season passes, and a private show for up to 150 people! Come join this celebrated Springfield icon in its hilarious new tradition of comedy and fun. Always funny, always safe, and always family friendly.

For ticket and showtime information, or to make reservations (which are strongly recommend), visit The Skinny Improv, or email us at info@theskinnyimprov.com or call 417-831-LAFF(5233). ALWAYS REMEMBER TO LAUGH MORE!
“The Winning Team” (1952)
Gillioz Theatre
June 14th

The Gillioz Theatre, in partnership with The Moxie Cinema, is proud to present the perfect compliment to an evening at the baseball field. Throughout the months of May, June and July we will be bringing special screenings of beloved films dealing with America’s favorite pastime. Cardinal’s fans will have the opportunity to catch these films for only $3.00 if you present your Springfield Cardinals ticket stub at our box office. General admission is only $5.00. The Gillioz Theatre box office is open Monday-Friday 10am-2pm, and 1 hour prior to show time.

In addition to the films, we will be bringing fun for the whole family with prize giveaways to early arrivers, activities in our lobby, and opportunities to meet some very unique characters from Hammon’s Field prior to each show.

So swing away and join us at the historic Gillioz Theatre as we pay tribute to America’s favorite pastime with showings of The Winning Team, The Natural, and Field of Dreams that will help you beat the summer heat.
Antique Cowboy Opens on Commercial
219 E. Commercial
June

The Antique Cowboy Western Hero Museum and Gallery opens on Friday, June 6th at 219 E. Commercial Street. Regular exhibit hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. For more information, please visit The Antique Cowboy or call (417) 766-0433. For more information about this exhibit, please visit It’s All Downtown - Antique Cowboy.
2008 Missouri State Tent Theater Season Opens with “Cyrano de Bergerac”
MSU - Craig Hall
June 16th - 21st

The 2008 Tent Theatre season kicks off with Cyrano de Bergerac. The soulful poet/philosopher and brilliant swordsman Cyrano de Bergerac, a cadet in the French Army, falls for the beautiful, strong-willed Roxane, but he is too ashamed of his large nose to tell her. Instead, when he learns that she loves the handsome but not-so-bright recruit Christian de Neuvillette, Cyrano writes poetry and love letters to Roxane on Christian’s behalf. After many years, the truth is revealed. Will love or beauty win the fair heroine’s heart? For ticket and show time information, please visit It’s All Downtown - Tent Theatre.
DSA Kicks Off “Downtown R&R - The Downtown Difference”
Downtown Restaurants & Retailers
June 1st

The Downtown Springfield Association is proud to present it’s newest cross promotional campaign: “Downtown R&R - The Downtown Difference”. This promotional event partners downtown retailers and restaurants to offer cross-promotional discounts.

Partnering businesses include:
Fitzwilly’s Gifts & Antiques (308 South Avenue) and The Coffee Ethic (128 Park Central Square)
Indie (320 W. Walnut, Ste 100) and Riad (105 Park Central Square)
Shae Belle (322 S. Cambpell) and Hickok’s Brewing Co. (314 S. Patton)
Global Fayre (324 S. Campbell) and Bailey’s American Grille (319 W. Walnut)
Pastiche Design & Décor (400 E. Walnut, Ste 100) and Mille’s American Café (313 S. Jefferson).
Staxx Apparel (331 South Avenue) and Bruno’s Italian Restaurant (416 South Avenue).
The Moxie Cinema (408 W. Walnut) and Marco’s Pizzeria/Bugsy Malones (400 South Avenue).

This promotional event kicks off June 1st. For more information or to read the complete article, please visit It’s All Downtown - Downtown R&R.

Commercial Street Market Open
C-Street
April - October

Don’t mis the the Commercial Street Market every Saturday and Tuesday through October. Market hours are Tuesday evenings from 4:00-7:00 pm and Saturday mornings from 8:00 am -12:00 pm.
Vendors are welcome! Set up your booth for one market or every market. Vendor’s check in, pay their daily fee and set up shop. All vendors are required to submit a City Vendor Peddler Application for licensing. To download the vendor application please visit It’s All Downtown - C-Street Market.
Questions about the market or about becoming a vendor? Call Mary Collette at 864-7015.

Package 1 - Park and Ride:
This offer includes a voucher for free parking $50 in Downtown Dining Dollars, and a buy one/get one free beverage of your choice at the Mudhouse - all for $50.
Package 2 - Door-to Door Dining: This offer includes a free round trip cab ride for up to four people from anywhere within Springfield city limits to downtown and $100 in Downtown Dining Dollars - all for $100.
Package 3 - Dining Deal: This offer is designed for larger groups who want VIP treatment. We’ll help you secure a reservation at one of our 17 participating restaurants and include $230 in Downtown Dining Dollars - all for $200.
All packages are available for purchase on line at It’s All Downtown - Night On The Town.

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Please share this Downtown Weekend Calendar with employees, co-workers and friends. A complete events calendar can be viewed at www.itsalldowntown.com!

This events calendar is published by the Downtown Springfield Association.

If you are a DSA member and have information that you would like to be included in this Weekend Calendar, please contact Kathryn Vicat-Dlabach at kathryn@itsalldowntown.com. To learn more about becoming a DSA member, please visit www.itsalldowntown.com.

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Ernie Bigg’s Dueling Piano Bar!
312 South Avenue

From birthdays to reunions to bachelor and bachelorette parties, our bar is the perfect place for all special occasions. Piano bars have always carried a fun and classic reputation, and Ernie Biggs Chicago Style Dueling Piano Bar is no different. With more than 27 years of experience, Ernie Biggs Chicago Style Dueling Piano Bar features talented pianists and great drinks in a classy and enjoyable environment.

For more information about Ernie Bigg’s, please visit ErnieBigg’s.com or make reservations, please call 417-865-4782.
DSA Membership

The Downtown Springfield Association welcomes newest DSA member:

Casey Architecture

The DSA now has a membership of 104 businesses and
our Weekend Calendar now has 1,491 subscribers!

Thank you to all of our new and existing DSA members for all you do for downtown!
It’s All Downtown!

www.itsalldowntown.com
Upcoming Events:
June 20-22

To learn more about up coming events and all the other happenings downtown, please visit
It’s All Downtown: June 20-22

CHECK OUT
Sounds on the Square
MSU Tent Theatre
Free concerts in Founders Park
SnowFest

GIGS AT THE GILLIOZ
June 17, 2008
“Alea & Alexa Kilgore”

Don’t miss local musical favorites, Alea & Alexa Kilgore as part of the Gillioz Theatre’s Gigs at the Gillioz series on June 17, 2008, at 7 p.m.

For more information, please visit Gillioz.
14 Non-Smoking Restaurants Downtown

Want to dine out downtown, but don’t want to experience 2nd hand smoke? You have several non-smoking downtown establishments to choose from; Ophelia’s Tapa & Wine Bar, Coester’s, Grandaddy’s Barbeque, Fedora Social House, South Avenue Pizza, Bruno’s Italian Restaurant, Nathan P. Murphey’s, Hickok’s Brewery, Nonna’s Italian American Cafe, St.Michael’s Deli, Mud House, Venice at the Seville, Rendezvous Coffee and The Coffee Ethic.
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Heer’s Car Park Open!
375 Spaces Added

The Heer’s Car Park is now open for free public use until the Hollywood Theaters complex opens this fall.

The 375-space Car Park will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. for free parking. Motorists need to enter the Car Park from its Olive Street entrance because of the ongoing road closure on Campbell Avenue. Campbell is expected to re-open on June 20, weather permitting.

Additional evening and weekend public parking is available on the newly reconstructed surface parking lot at the northeast corner of Campbell Avenue and Olive Street.

For more information, please visit
It’s All Downtown - More Parking!
Cider Days on Historic Walnut Street

Cider Days on Historic Walnut Street, a fall celebration of visual and performing arts, will be held Sept 20 & 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival typically draws approximately 15,000 people annually. In its 10th year, the festival features fun for all ages-more than 100 juried artists and crafters from across the region, multiple performance areas, a free hands-on children’s area, Scarecrow Village, a historic homes tour and much more. Artists can download an application at Cider Days - Call for Artists. Registration deadline is July 11, 2008. For more information about this festival and volunteer opportunities, please visit It’s All Downtown - Cider Days.

Leave outer husks on corn and soak in water for at least 30 minutes
Place the corn on the grill–medium fire. If the fire is pretty hot, just place the corn around the cooler, outer edges while you cook.
Corn is done when the outer leaves are black, usually 20 to 45 minutes depending on the heat.
Peel back husks leaving them attached at the end of the stem and use the husks as a handle.
Roll in the butter and other condiments and enjoy your meal!

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Credit unions are known for their exceptional customer service while offering competitve products.

A misconception of credit unions dates back to the begining of the first credit unions. Most people believe that a credit union only allows someone to become a member if they are associated with a specific group. Although this still holds true for some credit unions, many credit unions are open to the public, including CU Community Credit Union. As long as you live or work near Springfield, MO you can take advantage of CUCCU’s services. Contact CU Community Credit Union at (417)865-3912 or www.cupowerline.org. Casey Cooper, Mortgage Loan Officer