What's Happening in the Ozarks
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APRIL 2026
FARMERS MARKETS
Fort Scott, KS: Opening May 2 at 8 a.m. 111 N. National Ave.
Pittsburg, KS: Saturdays, April 18-Oct. 31, 8 a.m.-noon. 119 E. 11th St.
Carthage, MO: Open Wednesday and Saturday mornings starting April 4. 122 Grant St.
Joplin, MO: Saturdays, 10 a.m-2 p.m., Empire Market, 931 E. Fourth St.
Lamar, MO: Tenth Street Community Farmers Market Opening Day, April 11, 8 a.m.-noon, Moore Pavilion at 10th and Poplar.
Neosho, MO: Opens May 2 in historic downtown Neosho.
Webb City, MO: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon year round; Tuesdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m. mid-April to mid-October; and Thursdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m. July only. 106 E. Tracy St.
Grove, OK: Saturdays 8 a.m.-1 p.m. May 2-Oct. 3. 104 W. Third St.
Quapaw, OK: First and third Fridays May-October, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 326 Main St.
PERFORMANCES
Pittsburg, KS
April 30–May 3: Oz, 7 p.m. (Sunday, 2 p.m.), Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium, 503 N. Pine St. Tickets: www.memorialauditorium.ludus.com/index.php. Floor $20, balcony $15, children (ages 5 and under) $8. More information: kayelewis_mrb@hotmail.com, 417-439-9549.
Joplin, MO
April 2: Trio 66: MSSU Resident Brass Ensemble, 6 p.m., Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Crossland Construction Rooftop Terrace, 212 W. Seventh St. More information: Allan-D@mssu.edu, 417-625-9562.
April 2–4: Sense and Sensibility, 7 p.m., Stained Glass Theatre Joplin, 2101 Annie Baxter Ave. Tickets: www.stainedglasstheatrejoplin.simpletix.com. Adults $12, children (ages 4-14) $5, children ages 3 and under admitted for free. More information: ticketing@sgtjoplin.com, 417-553-4895.
April 2–4: The Importance of Being Earnest, 7:30 p.m., Dream Theatre Co., 124 S. Main St. Reservations required; purchase tickets at www.cur8.com/17275/project/137920. Tickets: $20. More information: becki.dreamtheatre@gmail.com, 417-553-3742.
April 9: Hermitage Piano Trio, 7 p.m., Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Beshore Performance Hall, 212 W. Seventh St. Free; donations appreciated. More information: joaniZibert@gmail.com, 702-321-2361.
April 14: North Mississippi Allstars House Concert, 7 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.), The Coda Concert House, 2120 E. 24th St. For reservations, email info@codaconcerthouse.com. In response, a confirmation email with the address, directions, parking, etc., will be sent. All proceeds benefit the artist performing. Suggested donation: $95. More information: info@codaconcerthouse.com.
April 17–19: The Wizard of Oz, 7 p.m. (Sunday, 2 p.m.), Joplin High School, 2104 S. Indiana Ave. Tickets: www.tinyurl.com/jhswoz. Adults $10.50, seniors/students $8.50. More information: ashleytrotnic@joplinschools.org.
April 24: Johnny Mullenax House Concert, 7 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.), The Coda Concert House, 2120 E. 24th St. For reservations, email info@codaconcerthouse.com. In response, a confirmation email with the address, directions, parking, etc., will be sent. All proceeds benefit the artist performing. Suggested donation: $35. More information: info@codaconcerthouse.com.
April 25: I Am, He Said - A Celebration of Neil Diamond starring Matt Vee & The Killer Vees, 8 p.m. (gates 7:30 p.m.), Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Leggett & Platt Green, 212 W. Seventh St. Tickets: www.connect2culture.org, 417-621-9824 or at the C2C box office inside the Cornell Complex (Tue.–Sat., 1–5 p.m.). Tickets: $40–$55. More information: lauren@connect2culture.org, 417-501-5550.
Monett, MO
April 12: Hometown Pie & Movies Benefit Concert and Pie Auction for Ozark Festival Orchestra, 3–4:30 p.m., Monett High School, 1 David Sippy Dr. Purchase tickets at www.ozarkfestivalorchestra.org. Admission: Adults $10, children (ages 18 and under) admitted for free. More information: ozarkfestivalorchestra@gmail.com.
EXHIBITS
Joplin, MO
Through April 17: per unitatem vis by MSSU Art & Design Faculty at Missouri Southern State University,Cragin Art Gallery, 3950 E. Newman Rd. Free. More information: bentley-c@mssu.edu, 417-625-3066.
Through April 23: Jo Mueller Small Works Auction 2026, Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St. Free; donations appreciated. More information: sconroy@spivaarts.org, 417-623-0183.
Through May 2: PhotoSpiva 2026, Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St. Free; donations appreciated. More information: sconroy@spivaarts.org, 417-623-0183.
Through May 31: Through the Glass: Reverse Painting on Vintage Windows by Julie Catlett, Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: jill@postartlibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1041.
April 2–25: Life Vessels by John H. Good, Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St. Free; donations appreciated. More information: sconroy@spivaarts.org, 417-623-0183.
EVENTS
Pittsburg, KS
April 11: Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Department Annual Kids Garage Sale, 9 a.m.-noon, Lincoln Center, 710 W. Ninth St. $8 for first table, $5 per additional tables. To register for a table or to sign up, call 620-231-8310.
Carl Junction, MO
First Saturday of the Month: Carl Junction Lions Breakfast, 8-11 a.m., Carl Junction Community Center, 303 N. Main St. Proceeds go to various community organizations and projects. Adults and children 11-up, $7; children ages 3-10, $3; children 3-under eat free. Info: 417-649-7237.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Pickleball, 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays; noon-3 p.m. Thursdays; and 1-4 p.m. Sundays. Yoga at 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Carl Junction Community Center, 303 N. Main St. Info: 417-649-7237.
Carthage, MO
April 18: Spring Cleanup Day, 8:30- 10 a.m. Volunteers needed to tackle clean-up and planting projects. More information: visioncarthage.org.
May 3: Dumpster Day, 1-4 p.m., Fair Acres Sports Complex parking area, 800 George E. Phelps Blvd. More information: visioncarthage.org or 417-674-3328.
Joplin, MO
Through April 13: Call for Art: 66 Stories: Attractions, Oddities & Americana. Applications open until April 13, 2026. Learn more or apply at www.artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=17014. Entry fee: $25; $5 media fee. Information: exhibits@spivaarts.org, 417-681-9801.
Through April 17: Call for Art: Sana S. Shagets Art Auction. Submissions accepted until April 17, 2026. Learn more or apply at www.friendsofstavips.com/artist-entry-form. More information: exhibits@spivaarts.org, 417-681-9801.
April 1–30: Joplin Reads Together (ages 18+), Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Details: www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/joplinreadstogether. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 1–30: National Poetry Month. More information: poets.org/national-poetry-month.
April 1: Adult Take-home Kit: Letter Writing, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 2: Opening Reception: Life Vessels by John H. Good, 5:30–7:30 p.m., Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St. Free. More information: kmattox@spivaarts.org, 417-681-9801.
April 2: First Thursday ArtWalk, 5:30–8:30 p.m., downtown Joplin on South Main St. Map of participating locations is available at www.facebook.com/FirstThursdayArtWalkJoplin. Free. More information: firstthursdayartwalkjoplin@gmail.com, 417-438-5931.
April 2: Joplin Reads Together Art Challenge Reception, 6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 3: April First Friday WineShare (ages 21+), 6–8 p.m., ALLO Fiber, 512 S. Main St. Open to ages 21 and up. Free. More information: lori@downtownjoplin.com, 417-529-3888.
April 4: Market Egg Hunt, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Joplin Empire Market, 931 E. Fourth St. Free. More information: ivy@joplinempiremarket.com, 417-986-3914.
April 4: Plant Swap (ages 18+), 11 a.m.–noon, Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Indoor and outdoor plants are welcome. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 6 & 7: Jagged Little Pill: The Musical Auditions (ages 16+), 7 –9 p.m., Dream Theatre Co., 124 S. Main St. Performance runs June 18–20 and 25–27. Free. More information: becki.dreamtheatre@gmail.com, 417-553-3742.
April 7: Chat & Craft: Reading Journals, 6–8 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 9: Joplin Writers' Guild, 6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Dues are $10 for the year, but anyone interested can attend their first meeting free. More information: s.v.farnsworth@gmail.com, 417-691-0480.
April 10: Dear Listener: A Night of Letters Aloud (ages 18+), 6–7:30 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Sign up at the door or ahead of time at www.joplin.librarycalendar.com/event/dear-listener-night-letters-aloud-19791 if you'd like to read; attending to listen does not require sign up. For ages 18+. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 11: North Heights Spring Market in the Park, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Michael and Jeri Lynn Joseph Family Park, 610 W. F St. Vendors may register by emailing northheightsmarketinthepark@gmail.com or visiting forms.gle/j14khzRtwQN63WtZ8. More information: northheightsmarketinthepark@gmail.com, 417-499-5998.
April 11: LEGO Swap & Shop, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Joplin History & Mineral Museum, 504 S. Schifferdecker Ave. Free. More information: president@joplin-museum.org, 803-603-8768.
April 14: Creative Correspondence (ages 18+), 5:30–7:30 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 14: 1000 Words Poetry and Prose, 6–7:30 p.m., Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St. Sign up to participate at bit.ly/1000Words2026SignUp by April 13 at 5 p.m. Free. More information: sconroy@spivaarts.org, 417-621-9814.
April 16: Book Discussion: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, 1 p.m. or 6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 16: Third Thursday, 5:30–8:30 p.m., downtown Joplin on South Main St. Free. More information: lori@downtownjoplin.com, 417-501-9649.
April 18: MSSU's World Music & Cuisine Festival, 5–7:30 p.m., Missouri Southern State University, 3950 E. Newman Rd. Cost: Entry wristband (music performances and unlimited food samples) $15, children (under 12)/MSSU students $10. More information: palmer-b@mssu.edu, 417-659-4442.
April 20: Downtown Poetry Reading and Open Mic, 6–8 p.m., Joplin Avenue Coffee Company, 506 S. Joplin Ave. Open mic sign-up begins at 6 p.m. Featured readers, creative writing students from Pitt State University, begin at 6:15 p.m. Open mic readings follow at 7 p.m. Free. More information: downtownpoetry@gmail.com.
April 21: Sibylline Letters and the History of the Epistolary, 6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 21: Dine to Donate, 3-11 p.m., Texas Roadhouse. Support the Reeders' family medical trip for their 11-year-old daughter. Mention this fundraiser to your server or to-go specialist and 10% of your purchase will go to the Reeder family.
April 22: Rochelle Rice Workshop: Lion Collage Quilt, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., First Community Church, 2007 E. 15th St. Bring your sewing machine and basic equipment; email tdetar1@gmail.com for a list of supplies. Lunch not provided. Register at www.joplinareaquilters.com/contact. Cost: Guild members $30, $50 non-members. More information: joplinareaquilters.com/contact.
April 23: It's Complicated: Orphans, Italian Adoptions & Finding Your Roots, 6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 23: Open Mic Night, 6:30 p.m., Joplin Avenue Coffee Company, 506 S. Joplin Ave. Sign-ups begin at 6:30 p.m. All ages welcome! Free. More information: autumn@joplinavenuecoffeecompany.com, 417-483-5558.
April 24: Closing Bidding Party | Small Works Auction 2026, 5:30–7:30 p.m., Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St. Open to Spiva members of all ages. Free. More information: kmattox@spivaarts.org, 417-681-9801.
April 25: Eighth Birthday Bash! + Goats in the Garden, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Joplin Empire Market, 931 E. Fourth St. Free; food and drink available for purchase. More information: ivy@joplinempiremarket.com, 417-986-3914.
April 28: Virginia Evans Author Visit, 6 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 E. 20th St. Doors for the event will open at 5:30 p.m. Books available to purchase at the event thanks to Friends of the Joplin Public Library. Free. More information: sturnerhill@joplinpubliclibrary.org, 417-623-7953 X1030.
April 30: National Poem in Your Pocket Day. Pocket poems will be distributed at Joplin Public Library and the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex. More information: poets.org/national-poetry-month/poem-your-pocket-day.
May 2: Ozarks Gateway Master Gardeners Association Annual Plant Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the greenhouse behind Crosslines at 320 S. School Ave. Find a wide variety of healthy plants for sale, including vegetable plants, annuals, perennials and native plants. Beginning at 9:15 a.m., there will be short, educational sessions on topics like growing succulents, beginner gardening basics, native plants and landscape gardening.
May 2: Downtown Lofts Tour, 2-6 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person. Purchase tickets at https://www.eventeny.com/events/2026-downtown-lofts-tour-18798. Separate tickets are available for Tip Top Toast: A VIP Reception Under the Stars, to be held on the roof of the historic Columbian Building, 418 S. Main St., 7-9 p.m. Tickets are $75 each and limited in quantity.
Lamar, MO
April 9 & 23: Nurture & Grow Parenting Class for Expecting and New Moms, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Barton County Health Department, 1301 E. 12th St. More information: 417-682-3363.
April 11: Missouri State CASI Chili Challenge, Barton County Eagles, 468 US 160. Salsa: 11 a.m., $10; Jackpot Beans: noon, $20; CASI: 1 p.m., $25; Wings: 2:30 p.m., $10. More information: 620-249-7807 or 913-908-1871.
Neosho, MO
May 2: Makers in Bloom, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Falcon Lake Farm, 8250 Irene Ln. Find more info here.
Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W. Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO
Your local connection to Missouri’s fish, forests and wildlife. Check out the native plants, landscaping and exhibits, or hike the trails. Purchase a fishing or hunting permit, attend a nature program or watch for wildlife along the trails and banks of Shoal Creek. Enjoy a variety of free public programs throughout the year. Education center is open Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday and most state holidays. Call 417-629-3434, email Shoal.Creek@mdc.mo.gov or visit mdc.mo.gov/events for upcoming events. The parking lot, grounds and trail are open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.
April 2: Virtual: Fish Cooking Equipment Needed (ages 10 and older), noon-12:30 p.m. Registration required.
April 4: Hunter Education: Skills Session (ages 11 and older), 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration required. To enter the session, you must complete the knowledge portion and provide proof of completion by presenting either a qualifier certificate or a completed hunter education student manual the day of the event. All students must provide proof of identification and age.
April 7: Virtual: Mushroom Hunting (ages 10 and older), noon-12:30 p.m. Registration required.
April 9: Virtual: Frying Fish (ages 10 and older), noon-12:30 p.m. Registration required.
April 16: Virtual: Grilling Fish (ages 10 and older), noon-12:30 p.m. Registration required.
April 17: Introduction to Fishing for All Ages (ages 5 and older), 6:30-7:30 p.m., King Jack Park, Webb City, MO. Registration required. Bring your own poles or borrow ours. Bait provided. A valid fishing permit is required for Missouri residents ages 16 to 64 and nonresidents ages 16 and up.
April 21: Virtual: Wildflower ID (ages 10 and older), 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration required.
April 23: Virtual: Other Methods to Cook Fish (ages 10 and older), noon-12:30 p.m. Registration required.
April 24: Little Acorns: Spring Has Sprung (recommended for ages 3-7), 10:30-11 a.m. Registration required.
April 30: Virtual: Fish Cooking 101 (ages 10 and older), 6:30-8 p.m. Registration required.
Wildcat Glades Nature Group, 301 W. Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO
All programs are free of charge, unless otherwise noted. Registration is requested. To register, email robin@wildcatglades.org or visit our Facebook page for online registration options. Robin Standridge, executive director, robin@wildcatglades.org, 417-291-3156.
April 11: May The Forest Be With You: Joining Forces to Save the Planet, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. No registration required. All ages welcome.
April 8: Preschool Nature Connections: Rabbits (ages 3-7), 10–11 a.m. Registration required; register by visiting bit.ly/4dyzv0V or emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.
April 17: Nature Explorers: Macroinvertebrate Check & Crayfish Hunt (ages 7-14), 6 p.m. Registration required; register at bit.ly/CrawfishHunt or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.
April 18: Preschool Nature Connections: Rabbits (ages 3-7), 1–2 p.m. Registration required; register by visiting bit.ly/4dyzv0V or emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.
April 21: Paper Quilling: Create Beautiful Art with Simple Techniques (ages 15+), 6 p.m. For beginners or those wishing to expand their craft skills. Registration required; register at bit.ly/WCQuilling or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org. Cost: $25.
April 22: Spring Foraging with Good Naturing (ages15+), 6-8 p.m. Registration required; register at bit.ly/WalkAboutApril or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org. Cost: Pay what you can!
George Washington CarverNational Monument Visitor Center Free Programs
Two miles west of Diamond, MO, on Highway V, one-quarter mile south on Carver Road. Visitor center and park grounds open daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 417-325-4151 or visit www.nps.gov/gwca. *Programs will be presented outside on park grounds.
April 11 & 12: Film: Surviving the Dust Bowl, 1 p.m.
April 18 & 19: Film: Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, 1 p.m.
April 25: Art in the Park, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
CLASSES
artCentral Carthage, 1110 E. 13th St., Carthage, MO
April 4: Jewelry Club, 1–3 p.m. Registration required; register at zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/march-jewelry-club. Cost: $15. More information: artcentral1110@gmail.com, 417-358-4404.
Local Color Art Gallery & Studio, 1027 S. Main St., Joplin, MO
A cooperative of local artists showcasing their art in the gallery and often working in the studio at the historical Gryphon Building in downtown Joplin. We offer art classes to adults and children. Call Local Color Art Gallery & Studio at 417-553-0835 to register for classes or for further inquiries.
Tuesdays: Beginner’s Watercolor Class with Barb Hicklin (ages 8+), 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring your own supplies. Cost $20.
April 3: Impasto Oil Painting with Tricia Courtney, 10:30 a.m. Bring your own supplies (i.e. canvas board, oil paint, brushes, palette/painting knife). Reservations required; reserve your spot by visiting Local Color Art Gallery & Studio in person or by contacting courtney.tricia@gmail.com or at 417-627-4542. Cost: $20.
April 9, 17, 23: Impasto Oil Painting with Tricia Courtney, 2-5 p.m. Bring your own supplies (i.e. canvas board, oil paint, brushes, palette/painting knife). Reservations required; reserve your spot by visiting Local Color Art Gallery & Studio in person or by contacting courtney.tricia@gmail.com or at 417-627-4542. Cost: $20.
April 10: Watercolor Painting with Joan Allen (ages 8+), 10 a.m.–noon & 1–3 p.m. Reservations required. Cost: $18 with your own supplies, $30 with supplies provided.
April 11: Paint Pouring with Mary Parks (ages 9+), 6 p.m. All materials provided. Reservations required. Cost: $40.
April 18: Saturday Painting Class (ages 8+), 10:30–1 p.m. Cost includes all materials. Registration required. Cost: $30.
April 30: Fused Glass Plate with Jane McCaulley (ages 8+), 3:30–5 p.m. All materials and tools provided. Registration required. Cost: $45.
Create N Sip Studios, 1505 W. 10th St., Joplin, MO
Wednesdays: Wine'd Down Wednesday, 5-9 p.m. Prices vary depending on chosen project. Cost: $28–$58. Information: coleman@creatensip.com, 417-680-5434.
Saturdays: Saturday Morning Choose Your Canvas, 10 a.m. Prices vary depending on chosen project. Cost: $28–$176. Information: coleman@creatensip.com, 417-680-5434.
Spiva Center for the Arts, 212 W. Seventh St., Joplin, MO
More information: dhernandez@spivaarts.org, 417-621-9813.
Tuesdays: Creation Station (ages 6-11), 4-5:15 p.m. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org/event/creation-station-with-emily-cole. Cost: $10.
April 3, 10, 17 & 24: Studio 55: Guided Class (ages 55+), 2–4 p.m. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org and use code 5off55 at checkout for 50% off. Cost: $10 per session.
April 4: Acrylic Bug Paintings with Rachel (ages 16+), 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org/event/acrylic-bug-paintings-with-rachel. Cost: $40.
April 4: Ceramic Trays with Daria (ages 12+), 12:30–2:30 p.m. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org/event/ceramic-trays-with-daria. Cost: $45.
April 11: Figure Drawing for Kids with Jordan (ages 7-12), 10 a.m.–noon. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org/event/figure-drawing-for-kids-with-jordan. Cost: $25.
April 11: Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing (ages 16+), 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org. Cost: $70 per session, $190 for all three sessions.
April 25: Fused Glass Pendants with Jane McCaulley (ages 8+), 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. No prior glass experience is necessary. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org/event/fused-glass-pendants-with-jane-mccaulley. Cost: $40.
ArtForms Gallery Workshops, 620 N. Broadway, Pittsburg, KS
ArtForms Gallery is a co-op of artists offering monthly workshops ranging from acrylic painting, watercolor, glass fusing, pottery, metalsmithing, jewelry, textiles, kids’ art and more. Call ArtForms Gallery to register for any artist’s workshop. Refunds/Cancellations: Decisions regarding refunds and cancellations are determined by the artist leading the workshop. For more information, call 620-240-0165, check out our Facebook page at ArtFormsGallery620/ or see our website at www.artforms-gallery.com.
Every Tuesday: Art Exploration, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. Bring your materials and create with us.
April 3: Wax Paper Pressed Flower Lanterns, 4:30-6 p.m. All materials provided. Fee: $30, pay at time of registration to reserve your seat. Class size: 14. Ages: 10-100.
April 11: Flower Power! Fused Glass, 1-3 p.m. Fee: $40, pay at time of registration to guarantee your seat. Ages: 10+ (children must be accompanied by an adult and both need a protective mask). Class size: 10.
April 17: Floral Decoupage Spring Flowerpots, 4:30-6 p.m. All materials provided. Fee: $30, pay at time of registration to reserve your seat. Class size: 14. Ages: 10-100.
April 18: May Day Basketry, 1-4:30 p.m. Fee: $40, pay at time of registration to guarantee your seat. Ages: 12+. Class size: 8.
April 25: Fluid Art Workshop, 2-4 p.m. Fee: $35, pay at time of registration to guarantee your seat. Ages: 12+. Class size: 10.
April 26: Garden Party!, 12:30-4 p.m. Choose from making a mosaic planter, planting a vintage tea cup and/or flower arrangement in a vintage tea cup. Specify your activity at time of reservation: Mosaic planter, $40 each; flowering arranging or planting, $25 each; mosaic planter and one tea cup, $55; mosaic planter, flower arranging, one tea cup, $65. Fees: Pay at time of registration to reserve your seat. Ages: 14+.Class size: 12.
Dream Theatre Co., 124 S. Main St, Joplin, MO
Mondays & Wednesdays through May 15: The Acting Academy Youth Program, 4–6 p.m. Registration required; email becki.dreamtheatre@gmail.com with your student's full name and age to reserve their spot. Cost: $120 per month. Information: becki.dreamtheatre@gmail.com, 417-553-3742.
Brooke & Carter Dance Co., 3950 E. Newman Rd., Joplin, MO
Mondays through April 13: Beginner Waltz with Brooke & Carter Smith, 6 pm. No partner required. Registration required; register by calling or texting Carter at 417-499-7134. Cost: $75 per person. Information: Brookeandcarterdanceco@gmail.com, 417-499-7134.
Mondays through April 13: Beginner Two-Step with Brooke & Carter Smith, 7 p.m. No partner required. Registration required; register by calling or texting Carter at 417-499-7134. Cost: $75 per person. Information: Brookeandcarterdanceco@gmail.com, 417-499-7134.
Judy’s Ballroom Dance, 3950 E. Newman Rd., Joplin, MO
Mondays-Fridays: Judy's Ballroom Dance Private Lessons. Call 417-392-0215 to book your private lesson. Cost: $50 per hour. Information: schneider-j@mssu.edu, 417-392-0215.
Tanglefooter's Round Dance Club, 1802 W. Second St., Joplin, MO
Mondays: Tanglefooter's Round Dance Club, 7-8 p.m. Learn choreographed ballroom dancing. Ages 14-up are welcome. Cost: Individual $7.50, couple $15. Information: mike@gfeneosho.com, 417-529-0686.