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"Fall into Fun" with Kid's Night Out. No Parents Allowed - September 5th at the ARK Community and Sports Center 6 p.m.-9 p.m.. Three hours of fun and dinner is included. 60 spots are available. All spots must be reserved and paid in advance. Cost for this event is $5 for members and $10 for non-members.

Retiree Appreciation Days - September 5th & 6th, is the 35th Annual Retiree Appreciation Days on Fort Leonard Wood. Activities commence with a golf tournament and luncheon, followed later in the day by a retirement and retreat ceremony and finally a dinner. There will be a guest speaker the second day of the event, along with a health and benefits fair at Nutter Field House. Call 573-596-0947 for additional information.

School's Back in Session Meltdown - September 6th, Celebrate the start of the new school year with Davidson Fitness Center and Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fitness Instructors at the School's Back in Session Meltdown from 9 to 11 a.m. at Davidson Fitness Center. The event gets the school year off right with a great workout for health and fitness. Advance registration fees are $10 per person on or before September 5th, or $15 the day of the event. Registration is open to the public at Davidson Fitness Center. All fitness levels ages 13 and older are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information call 573-596-4359.

End of Summer Doggy Social - September 6th, FMWR is hosting an End of Summer Doggy Splash Social at 10 a.m. at the Wallace Splash Pad. Bring your best friend to play in the water, make new friends, compete and socialize with other dogs. Registration and Vet check begins at 10 a.m. The doggy social and competitions begin at 10:30 a.m. Prizes are scheduled to be awarded at 11:30 a.m. in under/over 40 pounds categories including: Best Pet Trick, Biggest/Smallest Splash Dog, and Best Owner/Doggy Musical Duet. Use of small musical instruments is allowed and encouraged for the duet. All dogs must meet Fort Leonard Wood vaccination requirements, and be approved by the Vet Clinic, which can be reached at 573-596-0094. For more information on the event call the FMWR Installation Wide Events Team at 573-596-6913.

Hicks in the Sticks - September 6th, The Dead Rabbit Saloon and Budweiser presents The LACS with special guests Special 20, ChrisiAna, and Southern Edge. Gates Open at 12:00 p.m. at the Shrine Club Park in Buckhorn. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the gate Other activities include Redneck games, jeep and bike show, shicken wing cookoff, redneck wedding, and lots more. Bring your own seating, camping available. Visit facebook.com/deadrabbitsaloon for more information.

Rec Plex Summer Blues BOGO Special - September 7th, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation will be offering Buy One Get One rounds of miniature golf and go-kart rides from noon to 7 p.m. at the MWR Rec Plex, Building 604 Constitution Avenue. For more information call 573-596-0843.

Ribbon Cutting for Juice Plus - September 8th at 10 a.m. at the Chamber office, 137 St. Robert Blvd., Ste. B in St. Robert.

Mobile Office at Crocker City Hall - September 10th, U.S. Senator Roy Blunt's staff will host a Mobile Office on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Crocker City Hall, 108 S. Commercial Drive. Mobile Offices are opportunities for Missourians to discuss their questions or concerns with the federal government one-on-one with members of Senator Blunt's staff. Senator Blunt's Columbia Office also extends one-on-one service to all Missourians who have an issue with a federal agency or need additional assistance. To reach the Senator's Office of Constituent Services, please call at 573-442-8151 or send a letter to 1001 Cherry Street, Suite 104, Columbia, Missouri 65201.

Chamber Luncheon - September 10th at 11:45 a.m. at the Hampton Inn, Andy's 417 catering. Our sponsor will be Mercy Clinic - St. Robert. Please contact the Chamber Office to RSVP before 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 9th.

**Please note** The Chamber of Commerce is excited to have such a large number of its members attend monthly luncheons. Unfortunately, due to the large number of last minute Chamber luncheon attendees a policy has been put into place by the Chamber Board of Directors. This policy started in APRIL 2005; anyone who responds after the R.s.v.p. cut-off time (9:00 a.m. the Tuesday before the luncheon) or shows up without an R.s.v.p. may be charged an additional $10. If an R.s.v.p. is received and they do not attend the luncheon there may be a $10 charged for the meal. The decision was made to charge this amount to compensate our Chamber member restaurants for the last minute adjusts they must make to their menus.

Conceal Carry Class at Waynesville Gun & Pawn - September 12th & 13th is the next Conceal Carry Class. The class is taught by Advanced Performance Shooting, hosted by Waynesville Gun and Pawn (and owner Don Bordwell is one of the instructors). The classroom portion is 6-10 p.m. On Friday at the store (105 Historic 66, Waynesville), then the class will meet at 8:00 Saturday morning and caravan to the range for qualification shooting and practical instruction. Everyone will be back to the store by 12:00 for graduation. Cost is $70. The State of Missouri requires participants to qualify with both a semi-auto and a revolver, loaners are available upon request. Please call the store at 573-774-7800 to book a seat, slots are limited.

Small Business Forum - September 15th, Congresswoman Hartzler hosts Pulaski County Small Business Forum from 4-5 p.m. Pulaski County Tourism Bureau and Visitor Center, Conference Room 137 St. Robert Blvd., St. Robert, MO 65584. Please RSVP with Cole Karr at 573-418-8667 or cole.karr@mail.house.gov.

Curves Hosts National Open House Week in Honor of "Me Time" - September 15th-20th. Recent Survey Finds Nearly Seven in Ten Women Don't Feel They Have Enough "Me Time." Curves of Waynesville Offering Free Workout and Tour of the "All New" Curves.

Assistance Association for the Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Fort Leonard Wood Meeting - September 19 scheduled for 5 pm Friday at the Cemetery. The meeting is open to all persons interested in the Cemetery and the Association's mission of improving its appearance and operation. Association President, Virgie Cole-Mahan welcomes any questions you may have; she may be reached at 573-774-2982 or vmahan37@gmail.com.

Ogle Chiropractic 1 Year Anniversary - September 20th, Ogle Chiropractic would like to say "Thank You" to the community for making our first year a success by having a BBQ! We will have free hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, a bounce house, door prizes and MORE! *Don't forget to ask about our new patient specials! We can't wait to see you and your family on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. at 103 Ichord Ave Ste. B in Waynesville! *Excludes Medicare and any Federally Funded Programs* Ogle Chiropractic and Rehab Center 573-774-4177

Relay For Life of Pulaski County - September 20th, 12:00 p.m. -12:00 a.m. at The ARK Community and Sports Center: Relay For Life represents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day cancer will be eliminated. This 12 hour fundraising walk is organized by local volunteers to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Live entertainment, games, food, and community support make this an event you won't want to miss! Interested in starting a team, registering as a Survivor, or volunteering your time please contact Megan McGrath pulaskirelay2014@gmail.com or visit www.relayforlife.org/pulaskimo.

20th Annual Military Police Regimental Golf Tournament - September 26th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The tournament will be held at the Piney Valley Golf Course on Fort Leonard Wood, MO and is open to all Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, Retired Military, and civilian personnel affiliated with the Military Police Corps Regiment. A fee of $60 per person includes Green Fees, Cart, Meal, and Driving Range. All reservations will be on standby status until payment is received. Active and Retired MPs, DA Civilians associated with MP units, and MP Family members will have priority and must be paid by August 1st then open to all others until September 22nd. Please RSVP to the Piney Valley Golf Course 573-329-4770 or email georgie.a.trotter.naf@mail.mil. Assistance with the tournament in form of sponsorship is greatly appreciated.

Ribbon Cutting for First State Bank - September 26th at 10 a.m. to celebrate their new building grand opening at 926 Old Rt. 66 in St. Robert.

Committee of Fifty Luncheon - Friday, September 26th at 12:00 p.m. location TBA. Please R.s.v.p. by calling 573-336-5121 or send an email to info@wsrchamber.com by September 25th.

Hero's Challenge Benefit Run - September 27th, Wounded Warrior Benefit Run, a 3+ mile mud obstacle course run for teams of five or individuals. at 10 a.m. at the Fugitive Run Course in Rolla. Open to the military and public, register at thefugitiverun.com, 50% discount to military (ID required). Spectators welcome, $5.00 admission for non-racers. Enjoy the music, beach and swimming. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Women's Health Expo - October 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Main Post Chapel, on Fort Leonard Wood, the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital Health Promotion Director is hosting a Women's Health Expo which is open to military beneficiaries and the public. This expo is to promote breast cancer awareness and prevention of domestic violence month. Contact Phyllis Jones at 573-596-0491 or email phyllis.j.jones.civ@mail.mil

Frog Hill Half Marathon - October 4th and starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Check in and race day registration begins at 7:00 am in the school gym. A shuttle will be available to transport runners from the finish line back to the start. Two person relay teams will complete 6.55 miles each and 3 person teams roughly 4.4 each to finish as a team. Pre-register here. The race will end right in the middle of the town's Frog Fest Festival where every finisher will receive a unique rubber frog medal. Contact Melissa Martinez at 573-433-6684 for more information or email runner4hisglory@yahoo.com.

Frog Race- October 4th the 7th Annual Frog Races will be held by the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Frogtober Fest at the Waynesville City Park. "Adopt" a frog for $5 or a team of 3 for $10. Frogs will race down the Roubidoux and the first heat will begin at 1 p.m. The Frog Race is sponsored by Sonic Drive In. For more information please contact the Chamber office at 573-336-5121 or chamber@wsrchamber.com.

Chamber Luncheon - October 8th at 11:45 a.m. at The Hub German Restaurant. Our sponsor will be Hoppers Pub. Please contact the Chamber Office to RSVP before 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 7th.

**Please note** The Chamber of Commerce is excited to have such a large number of its members attend monthly luncheons. Unfortunately, due to the large number of last minute Chamber luncheon attendees a policy has been put into place by the Chamber Board of Directors. This policy started in APRIL 2005; anyone who responds after the R.s.v.p. cut-off time (9:00 a.m. the Tuesday before the luncheon) or shows up without an R.s.v.p. may be charged an additional $10. If an R.s.v.p. is received and they do not attend the luncheon there may be a $10 charged for the meal. The decision was made to charge this amount to compensate our Chamber member restaurants for the last minute adjusts they must make to their menus.

Chamber Community Pride Night - October 10th at 6:00 p.m. Join the Chamber at a tailgate party before the Homecoming Football Game of the Waynesville High School Tigers. Free hot dogs and soda handed out during the event. For more information contact our office at 573-336-5121.

Committee of Fifty Luncheon - Friday, October 31st at 12:00 p.m. at the Hampton Inn. Please R.s.v.p. by calling 573-336-5121 or send an email to info@wsrchamber.com by October 30th.

**If you have any information for our community calendar please email chamberdirector@wsrchamber.com.

For more events click on the link below to view the county calendar! http://visitpulaskicounty.mhsoftware.com/

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