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The Word&Way Events Calendar is published twice each year in Word&Way; use it as an informational guide to special events in Missouri throughout the year. You can also link your site to our online calendar. All events are in Missouri unlessotherwise noted.

To include your events in the 2010 Events Calendar, coming in the December 24, 2009 issue of Word&Way, contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  or 573-635-5939 x8.

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Undated

 Undated Baldknobbers Jamboree, Branson

8 p.m. Monday-Saturday through Dec. 12 & Dec 18, 19, 28, 29.

Celebrate 50 years with Branson's first show!  The Baldknobbers began the Branson family entertainment phenomenon in 1959. Today, the family legacy continues to wow audiences with great country music, and lots hilarious comedy. Join the Baldknobbers for the year-long celebration. Don't miss the show that started it all, The Baldknobbers!

Information and tickets: 800-998-8908 or www.Baldknobbers.com.

Undated Family Getaways at Windermere, Windermere Baptist Conference Center, Roach

Windermere's setting on the Lake of the Ozarks provides a wonderful year-round opportunity for your family to sneak away from the chaotic hustle and bustle that often comes with life. Use a week or weekend to reunite, renew and refresh!

Reservations: 800-346-2215 or www.WindermereUSA.org.

Undated National World War I Museum, Kansas City

100 West 26th Street

Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tu - Sun, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's.

The only American museum exclusively dedicated to preserving the objects, history and personal experiences of World War I. Interactive exhibits, housing more than 50,000 objects. Admission prices based on age and access (museum, tower or combination). Active military and those under six, free. Tours for up to 100 also available.

Information: www.theworldwar.org, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   or 816-784-1908.

Undated Oberammergau Passion Play 2010, Bavaria, Germany

This event happens only every 10 years. Pilgrim Tours has many Christian fellowship packages for individuals and groups small and large, in addition to other tours.

Trip information: 800-322-0788 or www.pilgrimtours.com.
 

  
June 2009 events

 1-2 Board of Trustees Meeting, The Baptist Home-Ozark

Information: Kathie Jones, 573-546-2709 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 1-5,

6-10,

22-26

Student Life Youth Camps, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

      June 1-5: Matt Carter camp pastor with Aaron Ivey leading worship.

      June 6-10: Neil McClendon is camp pastor with MIKESCHAIR leading worship.

      June 22-26: Afshin Ziafat is camp pastor with Ornans Floor leading worship.

Cost: $279.

Jesus teaches us to live in a way that is completely opposite of what the world says, changing minds and hearts as he turns lives upside down. Join Student Life during the summer of '09 as we explore the FLIP.

Information: 800-718-2267 or www.StudentLife.net.

June 1 - July 31    Sports Crusaders Camps, various sites

Week-long sports camps in basketball, cheerleading, soccer and volleyball led by trained college students/athletes held at local churches throughout the Midwest. See complete schedule at www.sportscrusaders.org or call 866-482-9833.

Registration: Contact local churches.

 6 June Festival, The Baptist Home-Ozark

1625 West Garton Road, Ozark. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of The Baptist Home-Ozark.

Information: Vonda Hambelton, 417-581-2101 or www.thebaptisthome.org.

 6 118th Strawberry Festival, Lowe-Frillman Campus, Bridgeton

Sponsored by Missouri Baptist Children's Home.

Information: 800-264-6224 or www.mbch.org.

 6-10 Student Life Youth Camps, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

See June 1-5 listing.

 12 Western Missouri Golf Tournament, Bent Oak Golf Club, Oak Grove

Four-person scramble, $75 per player, $300 per team. Sponsored by and benefitting the Missouri Baptist Children's Home.

Information: 800-264-6224 or www.mbch.org.

 12-14 25th Anniversary Black Christian Single Adult Retreat, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Theme: Christ the Spiritual Foundation (1 Peter 2:4-5, 9-12). A weekend of praise, prayer worship, teaching and fellowship.

Reservations: 800-346-2215 or www.windermereUSA.org.

Information: 573-230-3847 or www.bcsministry.org.

  13 HomeComing, The Baptist Home-Chillicothe

Highway 65 North. Special emphasis on visits with residents, family and friends.

Information: Connie Garber or Joyce Stark, 660-646-6219 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 15-17 Camp Connect Children’s Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

For children who have completed 3rd-6th grade. Bible studies with a missions emphasis combined with many fun activities.

Information: 800-346-2215.

 15-19 AREA1: Ozarks Summer Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Cost: $220-$235. Todd Agnew, Brian Housman and Kiley Butler will challenge your students to listen to God and think big - very big - and face life's challenges. Based on Acts 4:19-20.

Online registration and information: 888-416-2173 x9 or www.areaone.org.

 22-26 Student Life Youth Camps, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

See June 1-5 listing.

 

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July 2009 Events

 1-31 Sports Crusaders Camps, various sites See June 1 listing.
 6-10 Freedom Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

This camp continues its long tradition of celebrating our freedom in Christ during the national celebration of our freedom.

Reservations: 800-346-2215 or www.windermereUSA.org.

 6-10 RA Boys' Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

A time for boys who have completed 3rd through 12th grades to explore God's creations while utilizing camping skills and focusing on missions.

Registration: Marvin Allison, 816-358-9820.

 18 24th Annual Ozarks Berry Festival for Missouri Baptist Children’s Home, Remington’s Entertainment Complex, Springfield

Please note new date and location.

Information: 800-264-6224 or www.mbch.org.

 19-24 Pleasant Valley Baptist Church High School Youth Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Annual youth camp week filled with water sports, games, music and speakers who challenge students to grow in their relationships with Christ.

Information: 816-781-5959 or www.snipurl.com/PVBC-SolidRockStudents.

 24 Southwest Baptist University Commencement

7 p.m.

Information: 800-526-5859 or www.sbuniv.edu.

 27-31 High School Youth Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

A diverse blend of activities. Meaningful worship experiences that are fun for believers and welcoming to those who don't normally go to church. Structured to meeting the individual needs of every student.

Information: Chris Highfill, 417-881-4200.

31 - 8/3 St. Louis Family Camp, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Camp speakers: Voddie Baucham, Donald S. Whitney and Gregg Harris. A time for husbands and wives, fathers and mothers, sons and daughters to become strong Christian families. Stand strong against negative cultural influences and become powerfully influential.

Information: www.stlfamilycamp.com.

 

 
August 2009 Events

 6-7 Willow Creek Leadership Summit - Kansas City City, St. Louis and Springfield

Cost: $265 (see below).

Annual live teleconference sponsored by the Willow Creek Association. This year's speakers include Bono, David Gergen, Henry Cloud and Tony Blair. The Baptist General Convention of Missouri offers a reduced registration for first-time senior pastors of $110 between May 15 - June 19. For previous attendees, the reduced registration is $205.

Information: Bob Perry, 888.420.2426 x706 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

  6-7 Willow Creek Leadership Summit - Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Liberty

1600 N. 291 Highway. Live via satellite.

Registration: www.willowcreek.com/summit or the church: 816-781-5959 or www.pleasantvalley.org.
  6-7 Willow Creek Leadership Summit - Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Springfield

2210 W Republic Rd. Live via satellite.

Registration: www.willowcreek.com/summit or the church: 417-887-2317 or www.ridgecrestbaptist.org.

 8 11th Annual Car, Truck & Motorcycle Fun Show, Salem Avenue Baptist Church, Rolla

1501 Hwy 72 East, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Twenty-four vehicle classes, awards and great music all day. Air-conditioned indoor dining, displays and plastic model show. No vehicle fees, no spectator fees.

Information: 573-364-4442 or www.salemavebaptistchurch.org.

 8 "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe." Third Baptist Church, St. Louis

620 N. Grand Blvd.

4 p.m. and 7 p.m.; $10 for adults, $5 for children.

Tickets: 314-534-1111 or www.metrotix.com.

Information: 314-533-7340 or www.third-baptist.org.

 13-23 Missouri State Fair, Sedalia

This year's theme is MOre Fun That Ever. Visitors will find affordable family entertainment and a new focus on a Rural Lifestyles Showcase: "Country Living...Not Just for Farmers Anymore!" Exhibits, competition, concerts and more.

Information: www.mostatefair.com or 800-422-FAIR (3247) for complete schedule and promotions.

 15 Sports Crusaders Day, Busch Stadium, St. Louis

6:15 p.m.

Tickets: $25 (outfield terrace box)/$30 (outfield loge box). Deadline: July 30.

San Dego Padres vs. St. Louis Cardinals. $15 of each ticket supports the Sports Crusaders ministry of sharing Christ through sports. The group purchasing the most tickets receives two free passes to watch pre-game batting practice on the field. First pitch thrown out by former board president Dr. James Smith, Missouri Baptist Foundation.

Information: www.sportscrusaders.org.

Ticket purchases: Randy Curless, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   or 636-248-3749.

 

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September 2009 Events

 1 Day/Evening Classes Begin, Hannibal-LaGrange College, Hannibal

Information or to schedule a visit: HLG Admissions Office, 800-HLG-1119 or www.hlg.edu.

 5 HomeComing, The Baptist Home-Arcadia Valley

Annual tradition of 30 years features auction and crafts fair for the benefit of The Baptist Home residents.

Information: Jean Crocker or Lesa Hogan, 573-546-7429 or www.thebaptisthome.org.

 10-13 "The Glass Menagerie," Missouri Baptist University, St. Louis

"The Glass Menagerie" is a drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty. Amanda Wingfield lives in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her children, striving to give meaning and direction to their lives in less-than-effective ways. Join us as MBU showcases one of the greatest plays and playwrights of our time. Four performances.

Tickets: 314-392-2345 or www.mobaptickets.com.
 12 26th Annual Apple Festival for Missouri Baptist Children's Home, First Baptist Church of Raytown

Please note location change.

Information: 800-264-6224 or www.mbch.org.  
 14-15 Board of Trustees Meeting, The Baptist Home-Arcadia Valley

Information: Kathie Jones, 573-546-2709 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 21-24 Senior Adult Retreat, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Experience the best Christian senior adult retreat in the Midwest, designed to suit the spiritual needs of today's active senior adults. Inspirational worship led by a variety of preachers and worship leaders will have you captivated. Workshops are both engaging and educational. Entertainment, plenty of great food and time to relax and enjoy the natural beauty at Windermere.

Registration: 800-346-2215 ext. 2001.

Information: Dr. Frank E. Fain, The Baptist Home, 573-546-2709 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 22 Missouri Baptist Foundation Annual Conference, Woodcrest Chapel, Columbia

2201 Nifong Blvd., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special training emphasis on five main areas: church finance, ministry leadership, development/fund raising, medical missions and Blackbaud Raiser's Edge User Group.

Registration: $25 per person; includes all materials, breakfast, lunch and snacks.

Information: 800-776-0747 or www.mbfn.org.

 22-23 Missouri Baptist Development Council, Columbia

Stoney Creek Inn, 2601 S Providence Rd.

Cost: $85.

Keynote speaker Allen Walworth with Generis, Inc. (bio: www.snipurl.com/Generis-Walworth) will share his testimony from the perspective of both a pastor and now in development for church and ministry organizations looking for financial support to sustain ministry objectives.

Reservations: Missouri Baptist Foundation, 800-776-0747 ext. 510.

 25 2nd Annual Baptist Home-Arcadia Valley Golf Tournament

Information: Liz Hall, 573-546-2709 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 28 13th Annual Missouri Baptist University Golf Classic, Bear Creek Golf Club, St. Louis

158 Bear Creek Dr., Wentzville

11:30 a.m. Hosted by Missouri Baptist University. $125 per participant; includes lunch, dinner and the opportunity to participate in a silent auction. All proceeds will go towards funding student scholarships.

Information and registration: Keith Ross, MBU vice president for Institutional Advancement, at 314-392-2302.

 

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October 2009 Events
 

 1 Fall Single Adult Retreat, First Baptist Church, Jefferson City

301 E. Capitol Ave.; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $10 pre-registration includes lunch.

Theme: "Simply Living," living on less and enjoying it more! Led by speakers Chris  and Katie Brennan Homiak and musician Chris Calmer.

Information: 573-634-3603, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   or www.fbcjc.org.

 10 "Rollin' on the River" Color Cruise, Hannibal

8:30 a.m. board; 9 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. cruise. Benefit for Missouri Baptist Children's Home.

Information: 800-264-6224 or www.mbch.org.

 10
Fall Campus Visit Day, Missouri Baptist University

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Experience a hands-on morning that is sure to yield answers and incite enthusiasm about life at a premiere Christian university, academically and spiritually.

Information and registration: 877-434-1115 or www.mobap.edu/campusvisit.
 

November 2009 Events

2-7 Homecoming Week, Hannibal-LaGrange College

Information: HLG Alumni Services, 573-221-3675, x3122.

 6 HLG Campus Visit Day, Hannibal-LaGrange College

Information or to schedule a visit: HLG Admissions Office, 800-HLG-1119 or www.hlg.edu.

 12 Harvester Holiday Banquet, Baptist Building, Jefferson City

400 E. High Street, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Harvesters are former employees of any Missouri Baptist institution or agency.

Ticket purchase, information or to join Harvesters: Missouri Baptist Foundation, 800-776-0747 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 12-15 "Bye Bye Birdie," Missouri Baptist University

"Bye Bye Birdie" tells the story of rock and roll singer Conrad Birdie, who is about to be inducted into the army. Conrad will bid a typical American teenage girl goodbye with an all-American kiss. Kim MacAfee in Sweet Apple, Ohio, wins the honor. With musical theatre classics such as "Put on a Happy Face," this is the tops in imagination and good old fashion fun! Five performances.

Tickets: 314-392-2345 or www.mobaptickets.com.
 20 HLG Booster Banquet, Hannibal-LaGrange College

Featuring author Bruce Wilkinson.

Information: HLG Alumni Services, 573-221-3675 x3122.

 20-22 Mizzou BSU Vision: Resound, Windermere Baptist Conference Center

God spoke the world into existence. What implications does this have for our speech? Students will be challenged to examine their speech and determine what sort of world they're creating. This retreat focuses on deepening youth's love and knowledge of God as well as helping youth leaders expand their outreach and vision. Great opportunity for smaller groups to fellowship and worship in a large group atmosphere.

Conference information: BSU, 573-449-3843 or Ashley Williams, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  .

BSU information: www.mizzoubsu.com.

 

December 2009 Events

 2 HLG Hanging of the Green/Lighting of the Star, Hannibal-LaGrange College

Information: HLG Public Relations, 573-221-3675 x3116.

 3-5 HLG Main Stage Production, Hannibal-LaGrange College

Ticket information: HLG receptionist desk, 573-221-3675 x3000.

 4 HLG Campus Visit Day, Hannibal-LaGrange College

Information or to schedule a visit: HLG Admissions Office, 800-HLG-1119 or hlg.edu.

 7-8 The Baptist Home Board of Trustees Meeting, The Baptist Home-Chillicothe.

Information: Kathie Jones, 573-546-2709 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 10 HLG Music Department Christmas Concert, Hannibal-LaGrange College

7 p.m.

Information: HLG Music Department, 573-221-3675 x3161.

 18 Commencement, Southwest Baptist University

7 p.m.

Information: 800-526-5859 or sbuniv.edu.
 19 HLG Winter Commencement, Hannibal-LaGrange College

10 a.m.

Information: HLG Academic Affairs, 573-221-3675 x3092.

   
2010 Events
February

14-15

Bearcat Days, Southwest Baptist University, Bolivar

Visit days for seniors and transfer students.

Information: 800-526-5859 or www.sbuniv.edu/prospectivestudents.

 April 5 Fast Forward, Southwest Baptist University

Visit day for high school juniors and their parents.

Information: 800-526-5859 or www.sbuniv.edu/prospectivestudents.

 May 22 Commencement, Southwest Baptist University

10 a.m.

Information: 800-526-5859 or www.sbuniv.edu.

 

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