EVENTS
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The Harlin Museum is presenting an exhibit called “War in the Ozarks” featuring artwork, photos, and artifacts from their collection. The collection includes historical materials about Ozarkers who served in all the national conflicts as well as stories and artists’ renderings of local skirmishes of the Civil War. The exhibit is sponsored by West Plains Council on the Arts and is on display through October 18 during Civic Center business hours.
The Harlin Museum is a non-profit volunteer-run cultural center in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks. It hosts art shows, workshops, educational lectures, and kids’ art programs throughout the year while also displaying regional artifact and history exhibits year-round. Find out more at https://harlinmuseum.com/The Harlin Museum will present an exhibit called “War in the Ozarks” featuring artwork, photos, and artifacts from their collection. The collection includes historical materials about Ozarkers who served in all the national conflicts as well as stories and artists’ renderings of local skirmishes of the Civil War. The exhibit is sponsored by West Plains Council on the Arts and on display through October 18 during Civic Center business hours.
The Harlin Museum is a non-profit volunteer-run cultural center in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks. It hosts art shows, workshops, educational lectures, and kids’ art programs throughout the year while also displaying regional artifact and history exhibits year-round. Find out more at https://harlinmuseum.com/
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Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale.
Join West Plains Playhouse for a magical, family-friendly production of “Snow White” October 2-5 at the West Plains Civic Center. Productions are at 7 p.m., with Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for additional information.
Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.
October 4th 10-4 & October 5th 12-4
Located conveniently inside Imperial Center, sponsored by The Overland Group
Hand-Made Pottery
local paintings and upcycled artwork
permanent jewelry
clay jewelry
crocheted & wooden crafts
holiday season crafts and decor
baked goods
…and More!!!
Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale. For more information visit the club’s Facebook page wpmmc.
Auditions for Puss in Boots 
You will be asked to cold-read from the script that the Directors provide!
12, 14, 15 – Wed, Fri, Sat at 6pm
18, 19 – Tues, Wed at 6pm till 9pm (Tech Week)
23 at 3pm
25 at 7pm
6860 Private Road 8900
West Plains, MO 65775
Join West Plains Playhouse for a magical, family-friendly production of “Snow White” October 2-5 at the West Plains Civic Center. Productions are at 7 p.m., with Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for additional information.
Check the Country Express Band Facebook page for cost and other details, including potential cancellations due to weather, holidays or other unforeseen circumstances.
From Country Express: Two step, Cha Cha, Waltz, Electric Slide, Charleston, Foot Boogie, River Waltz, Sweetheart, Around the Room, Tennessee Waltz, Neon Moon Cha Cha, and many more. Or just come listen to some good ole country music. Old country, new country, southern rock music. No alcohol allowed. Family fun for all ages.
October 4th 10-4 & October 5th 12-4
Located conveniently inside Imperial Center, sponsored by The Overland Group
Hand-Made Pottery
local paintings and upcycled artwork
permanent jewelry
clay jewelry
crocheted & wooden crafts
holiday season crafts and decor
baked goods
…and More!!!
Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale. For more information visit the club’s Facebook page wpmmc.
Auditions for Puss in Boots You will be asked to cold-read from the script that the Directors provide!
12, 14, 15 – Wed, Fri, Sat at 6pm
18, 19 – Tues, Wed at 6pm till 9pm (Tech Week)
23 at 3pm
25 at 7pm
Join West Plains Playhouse for a magical, family-friendly production of “Snow White” October 2-5 at the West Plains Civic Center. Productions are at 7 p.m., with Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. West Plains Playhouse on Facebook for additional information.
The Grand Ballroom (above Dev’s Steakhouse, 37 Court Square, West Plains)
The MSU-West Plains University Community Band will present their annual Fall Concert on the Commons in front of Hass-Darr on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 6:30 pm. The band will perform many of your favorite songs and some seasonal selections. Concert goers are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs or blankets. This concert is free and open to the public. In the event of rain, the concert will be held indoors. For more information email or call 417-255-7291.
Hours: Admission:The Grand Ballroom (above Dev’s Steakhouse, 37 Court Square, West Plains)
West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, West Plains Boys and Girls Club. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686
Hours: Admission: Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale.
Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale.
Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.
Hours: Admission:The Howell County Community (HC3) will host a “Totally Pawsome” Pet Parade & Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oct. 11, on the West Plains Civic Center lawn on East Main Street off of St. Louis Street. Proceeds from the event will benefit Ozark Pet Rescue and the West Plains Regional Animal Shelter.
The day’s activities will include a Blessing of the Animals at noon by St. Paul Lutheran Church, followed by a pet fashion show and parade at 12:15 p.m. Awards will be given for Best Dressed, Most Original and Best Owner/Pet Pair. A pet photo booth and a $5 lunch will also be available, with lunch proceeds being donated to the cause. Registration takes place from 11-11:45 a.m. on the day of the event, with a $5 entry fee per pet. Organizers require that all participating pets be up to date on their vaccinations.
HC3’s stated mission is to mobilize Howell County to educated and advocate for prevention regarding mental health challenges, drug use and other related issues.
The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale. For more information visit the club’s Facebook page wpmmc.
Check the Country Express Band Facebook page for cost and other details, including potential cancellations due to weather, holidays or other unforeseen circumstances.
From Country Express: Two step, Cha Cha, Waltz, Electric Slide, Charleston, Foot Boogie, River Waltz, Sweetheart, Around the Room, Tennessee Waltz, Neon Moon Cha Cha, and many more. Or just come listen to some good ole country music. Old country, new country, southern rock music. No alcohol allowed. Family fun for all ages.
Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale. For more information visit the club’s Facebook page wpmmc.
Lunch and swag bags will be provided to all golfers. Prizes for flight winners; closest to the pin; longest drive. Check-in: 10:30 a.m. Tee off: 12 p.m.
Team and sponsorship registration: WP.MissouriState.edu/GrizzlyGolf
For more information, contact Grizzly Athletics or 417-255-7975
The Annual Bo Pace Grizzly Golf Classic on Facebook.
Hosted by the Missouri State-West Plains Grizzly Club and presented by UBS Financial-Camden, Lunsford, & Sanfelippo Wealth Management.
The West Plains Photography Club currently has 34 members and meetings are at 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month in the Missouri State University-West Plains Creative Discovery Center, 411 West Main Street, Suite 1. Everyone regardless of age or ability is invited to join the club which has no membership dues.
The purpose of the club is to share and support everyone’s passion for photography arts whether they are a beginner or have been engaged in photography for many years. Present members include some who do not even own a camera to professionals who make a living by selling their art. For more information on the club feel free to call Bob Cunningham at 417-257-8206 or Dennis Crider at 417-274-7101.
Hours: Admission:West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, West Plains Boys and Girls Club. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686
Hours: Admission: Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale.
The Ozark Heritage Festival (formerly Old-Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival) in downtown West Plains will celebrate its 31st year on October 17 & 18. Admission to all festival events is free. The Festival footprint will be focused in and around the West Plains Civic Center, from the east lawn of the Civic Center, down East Main Street, and north on St. Louis Street to Trish Knight Ave. The size of the footprint will make it easier for people to move from one location to another. There is ample parking in the city lots, and Handicapped Parking is available as marked in the Civic Center west and north lots.
Headliners are The Creek Rocks, a folk group from the Ozarks led by banjoist Cindy Woolf and guitarist Mark Bilyeu, who will perform at 8 PM on Friday, October 17. The Wheelhouse Rousters will perform at 8PM on Saturday, October 18. Both performances will be held in the Civic Center theater.
Performances, workshops and demonstrations on musical and traditional arts will be presented throughout the festival campus. Music in the civic center theater begins at noon with MC Rick Hamby. The evening headliner performances will begin at 8 pm. Workshops begin at 11 am in Dogwood Rooms. Fiddle, banjo, harmonica, and dulcimer are among the offerings this year.
From 11 am to 5 pm each day, the Magnolia Room will be the location where special programs by noted presenters are scheduled. Each hour will feature a different topic such as Mills, “Outfitting for the Outdoors,” Finding the Story You Least Expect, and the West Plains Dance Hall Explosion. Check the schedule for the full list.
The Team Sorting Competition will take place Friday and Saturday, on the east lawn. The Sorghum making demo will be on E. Main and Curry St., also the location for the Bucket Brigade competition and Children’s Activities, sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club of West Plains. Artisans and demonstrators will be located on the West Civic Center lawn in the Artisan Village and on the East lawn in the living history encampment. There’s so much to see!
The Jig Dance Competition will be held in the theater on Saturday. Prize money plus gift certificates will be awarded. Come watch this unique dance style. Traditional square dancing, where the caller is part of the square, will take place both Friday and Saturday starting at 6 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall. We have a great lineup of dance musicians, and the dances will be hosted by Andy and Jane Elder.
The Cooking Stage will be located under the Brush Arbor in the front of the Civic Center. Friday will feature Dutch Oven Cooking. Saturday will include a community “Sing” and the Pie Competition awards. Pie competition entries are due in the Redbud Room between 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Results of the judging with prize money and special awards will be announced at 12:45 at the Cooking Stage, followed by samples!
Vendor booths promise a wide assortment of products, information on local organizations and food concessions offering everything from lemonade to succotash. Organizers are grateful for their participation.
The master schedule showing locations and event times for Friday and Saturday, as well as schedules of activities by time each day are available on the festival website.
Many thanks to the West Plains Daily Quill for preparing a special Festival Tab each year. Copies will be distributed to subscribers, and additional copies made available. More details and photos of artists and events are always included in that Tab.
2025 Festival partners include the West Plains Council on the Arts, the City of West Plains, the Ozark Heritage Welcome Center, West Plains Civic Center, and Missouri State University-West Plains. Partial funding for this event is provided by the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency. Additional support has been provided by Missouri Humanities.
For more information on the festival e-mail:
visit the website at: www.Oldtimemusic.org
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Old.Time.Music.Festival
Vendor registration form here.
Hours: Admission:The West Plains Model Railroad Club is holding its seventh fall display. Hours are 2-6 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The display will be exhibited in the Harper Building through October 31.
Organizers say there will be two HO gauge layouts and one O gauge layout. Admission is free with donations welcome. The intricate displays of to-scale trains, cars, buildings, landscapes, and “citizens” engage the viewer in finding details and appreciating the art and craft of model train building. There will also be tables of new and used model train items for sale.
