Friday, Sep. 10: Teacher Appreciation

Discover the resources Discovery Center has to assist you in teaching science and culture.  Teachers grades pre-k- college, bring your school ID and you and one guest will receive free admission for this special event.  Additional guests may attend with you for our group rate of $5 per additional person.  Take advantage of this opportunity to explore the museum without having to supervise a group of students!  And be sure to pick up a discount coupon for 10% off a fall field trip.  

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Sep 10 - Sep 11: Branson Car Auction

This September, 2010, The Branson Auction will be celebrating 30 years of auctions here in Branson, Missouri. We are extremely proud of what has been accomplished over the years and extremely grateful for the friendships developed along the way. We hope you join us and enjoy the fruits of our labor as we once again bring you one of the best collections ever presented in Branson. The Hilton-Branson Convention Center at the Branson Landing is a stunning 220,000 square-foot facility that not only grants us an elegant showcase for our seller's automobiles, but accords out guests, bidders, consignors and spectators unparalleled waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment within walking distance. The Hilton Hotel at the Convention Center is also our Host Hotel. For reservations, call 800-445-8667 or book online. The Branson Auction is open to the public. General admission tickets are $10 daily or a 2 day pass is $15. Tickets will go on sale Friday September 10th at 10:00am and on Saturday September 11th at 8:00am in the atrium just outside the ballroom. For your convenience there is $6.00 Valet Parking at the Sycamore Street Entrance just under the Skywalk. Tickets are on sale just inside this entrance. There is additional spectator parking in the city garage across from Valet Parking entrance, up to $8.00 maximum per day.

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Sep 11 - Oct 30: National Harvest Festival at Silver Dollar City

National Harvest Festival September 11 – October 30 In recognition of Silver Dollar City’s 50th anniversary, the U.S. Congress recently proclaimed the 1880s theme park “The Home of American Craftsmanship.”  This fall, Silver Dollar City welcomes the season with the granddaddy of all its festivals, the one that has made Silver Dollar City what it is today: The National Harvest Festival, Sept. 11 – Oct 30.  NEW: Craft in America Exhibit, featuring 50 works from unique American artists State glass blower NEW: Craftsmen’s Reunion Showcase, featuring renowned artisans previously featured at SDC returning in a special exhibition, from woodcarvers to furniture makers NEW: Demonstrating craftsmen from the Best of Missouri Hands NEW: Caricature Carvers of America Showcase NEW: Learn-How-To-Do-It-Yourself Craft Workshops 130 Visiting craftsmen from around the country, from stained glass artists to copper sculptors Missouri’s Largest Barn Dance daily, with live bands FOOD! The Tastes of the Fall Harvest are served up throughout the park, with smoked turkey legs, roasted corn on the cob and hearty skillet meals cooked on open grills

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Saturday, Sep. 11: Scientist Saturday

Discovery Center will continue to offer Scientist Saturdays where you will have an opportunity to meet a local scientist face-to-face and learn about the amazing work they are doing in the community!  Meet Joe Williams, Molecular Sciences Instructor, MSU with his key concept:  "Green Florescent Protein and the Glowing Worms."

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Sunday, Sep. 12: Grandparents Day

Celebrate with your grandparents and come to Discovery Center and experience life-long learning.

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Sunday, Sep. 12: Gene Watson and Leona Williams in Concert

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Sep 15 - Sep 16: Discovery Center Fall Volunteer Training Session

If you are interested in giving back to education and inspiring young minds, think about volunteering at Discovery Center.  Discovery Center utilizes volunteers in all aspects of our non-profit operation.  Working with exhibits and visitors on the floor to behind the scenes planning or building.  Discovery Center has implemented some great fun and interactive training for staff and volunteers.  As part of a new professional development program at Discovery Center, Portal to the Public (POP) uses tools and techniques to introduce materials-rich, highly interactive presentation skills to local scientists to help them communicate complicated science to the general public. Discovery Center staff quickly realized these skills help us to meet our mission of inspiring life-long learning and have integrated these tools into our staff and volunteer training to improve our visitors' experiences.

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Sep 16 - Sep 19: 37th Annual Autumn Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Mark your calendars NOW for the 37th Annual Autumn Daze Craft and Art Festival coming up in Historic Downtown Branson and its FREE admission!  September 16-19, 2010  Come celebrate the craftsmanship of the Midwest and Heritage of Branson.   Over 150 vendors turn out for the event, and they will offer everything from home-made hand-crafted items, food, art, jewelry, novelties and oddities, and NEW in 2010 introducing “THE GREAT PUMPKIN COOK-OFF; A cooking contest featuring “ANYTHING PUMPKIN”.  You could win cash prizes and have your pumpkin recipe included in our new cookbook! For more information on entering this contest call us at 417-334-1548 Autumn Daze boast a yearly attendance of about 12, 000 people and is always the 3rd week in September. The event is held in the Heart of Branson, Historic Downtown Branson.   The event is long standing and has grown over the years into 4 fun filled days offering over 150 crafters, artists, demonstrators and entertainment all day, every day. NEW for 2010! An all-new children’s area with inflatable’s and children’s activities, hands on make and take projects, more unique and tasty food, more vendors, more entertainment, sidewalk sales through-out the downtown, a rock-roll street dance on Saturday night, a Gospel Jam on Sunday  morning, and of course,  “THE GREAT PUMPKIN COOK-OFF on Saturday afternoon.  Plan your Daycation now and come be a part of history in the making at the 37th Annual Autumn Daze 2010.   For more information on all you can do in the Historic District, please visit www.heartofbranson.com If you are interested in being a vendor at these events please contact Angela at 417-334-1548.

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Friday, Sep. 17: Science Sprout Museum Day Kick-Off

The 3rd Friday of each month from September-February we invite all young learners up to age 6 to learn, explore and discover a different topic each month.  September theme is "Are you my Mummy?".  Enjoy story time with Park Central Library 10am & 1pm and a special science demonstration at 11am & 2pm. Sponsored by Children's Orchard, Park Central Library and Momslikeme.

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Friday, Sep. 17: Kswiss Ironman Welcome Concert Starring Chain Reaction - A Tribute to Journey

Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss this special concert featuring Chain Reaction - A Tribute to Journey, in celebration of the Kswiss Ironman 70.3 Branson Inaugural Race, being held in Branson on Sunday, September 19, 2010! Join us on Friday, September 17th in front of the Branson Landing fountains for what promises to be an exciting IRONMAN BLOCK PARTY CONCERT – featuring Chain Reaction, an amazing group of five performers known as one of the best tribute bands in the country, honoring the timeless classics of Journey and making you feel the magic all over again.  Don’t miss Chain Reaction as they take you back in time with the Big Hits like Separate Ways, Don't Stop Believin', Faithfully, Open Arms, Ask the Lonely, Be Good to Yourself, Who’s Cryin’ Now, Lovin' Touchin' Squeezin' and more!   Join us as we welcome to Branson all of the athletes competing in the Kswiss Ironman 70.3 Branson Race and their families with this special concert by Chain Reaction. Special Note:  Branson will serve as one of 34 worldwide qualifying events for the 2010 Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater, FL. Professional athletes will be competing for a $25,000 prize purse. The course will include a 1.2-mile swim in Table Rock Lake followed by a 56-mile bike and 13.1-mile run. Registration for Kswiss Ironman 70.3 Branson is now open and will be limited to 2,000 athletes. To register, visit www.IronmanBranson.com. Athlete inquiries can be directed to info@ironmanbranson.com.  For more information on the event, please contact kbullock@bransoncvb.com.

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Saturday, Sep. 18: Discovery Science Club

Discovery Science Club is back!  This club is designed for children ages 6-12 and one accompanying parent!  Learn new science, build a project or 2, get to see "behind the scenes" areas of the museum or special equipment, and lots more!  Different projects each month from September - March, September's topic is Egyptian Explorations.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Registration form is available online at www.discoverycenter.org.

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Sep 18 - Oct 31: Branson Ducks Salute To Veterans

Salute the men and women who fought for freedom and the historic DUKW on this patriotic adventure! Celebrate the red, white and blue with our star-spangled land and water adventure as we salute America’s amazing service men and women.  See the Ozarks riding an amphibious vehicle based on the famous WWII DUKW design.  Quack along to patriotic music and see historic military vehicles as your US Coast Guard licensed Captain shares stories of the brave men who boarded these vehicles in WWII to serve the USA and the women, like Rosie the Riveter, who helped build them.  An amphibian travels on land and water and you’ll experience that excitement as you head right into the lake for a Splashdown.  You can even drive if you want as we salute America’s veterans.  

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Sep 18 - Sep 19: Teacher Appreciation Days

Teachers and all school employees are invited to show their school ID at the Center Management Office for extra special savings during the Teacher Appreciation Days. Refreshment will be served.  

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Sunday, Sep. 19: Ironman 70.3 Branson Inaugural Race

Branson will serve as one of 34 worldwide qualifying events for the 2010 Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater, FL. Professional athletes will be competing for a $25,000 prize purse. The course will include a 1.2-mile swim in Table Rock Lake followed by a 56-mile bike and 13.1-mile run. Registration for Ironman 70.3 Branson is now open and will be limited to 2,000 athletes. To register, visit www.IronmanBranson.com. Athlete inquiries can be directed to info@ironmanbranson.com. Be a part of the action! Contact Kathleen Bullock for a complete list of sponsorship opportunities.

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Sunday, Sep. 19: Brush Arbor Days

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