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2011 WINTER LAKE BREAKING NEWS
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hat's new at the Lake of the Ozarks? Read all about what's coming up for the 2011 winter vacation season in this edition of the quarterly Lake Breaking NewsLETTER. For more information, color images or other assistance, please contact us toll-free at 800-544-8474 or email Marjorie, Jo, Gene or Kyle.
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Christmas on Main Street...
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 Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas with one of the Lake's favorite holiday traditions: The Main Street Music Hall's "Christmas on Main Street" show. Join Tom and Sandy Gumm, and their talented cast for Christmas carols, gospel songs, comedy and musical impersonations. It's a holiday treat for the whole family, running on select dates until Dec. 18. The show starts each scheduled night at 7 p.m. and is $19 for adults, $17 for seniors (55 or older) and $10 for children ages 5-12. Children four and under are admitted free. For more information, call the box office at 800-348-9501 or visit the Main Street Music Hall online at LakeMusicHall.com.
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The Lake is for Lovers...
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 Lovers of shopping, dining, holiday festivities and time spent with a special someone. Winter is a calmer, quieter season at the Lake, ideal for getting away to enjoy the holidays amid beautiful scenery, welcoming restaurants and friendly lodgings. The options for getaways are as varied as the people who make them. For more information about seasonal shopping, dining and lodging at the Lake of the Ozarks, call the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitor Bureau at 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) or visit FunLake.com.
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Christmas Parades...
|  The wide-eyed wonder of a child watching a Christmas parade brings joy to everyone. If you're in the mood for some holiday smiles, the Lake of the Ozarks has two colorful Christmas parades. On Nov. 26, the city of Laurie's Christmas parade of lighted floats travels down Highway 5 (Main St.) from Central Bank (101 Dogwood Blvd.) to the Laurie Mall (401 N. Main). The Laurie parade begins at 6 p.m. Celebrate the arrival of Santa Claus and his elves in Lake Ozark with the city's Christmas parade on Dec. 10, as it travels down historic Bagnell Dam Blvd. The Lake Ozark parade starts at 1 p.m., running from Al Elam Real Estate (2860 Bagnell Dam Blvd.) to Bagnell Dam. For more information, call the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitor Bureau at 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) or visit the CVB's web site: FunLake.com.
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'Tis the Season to be Shopping...
|  Get those Christmas list items crossed off early with a trip to the Lake of the Ozarks. The area offers variety and value for holiday shoppers. Osage Beach Premium Outlets (the largest outlet mall in Missouri) has brand-name stores from "A" (Adidas) to "Z" (Zales). Visitors also can seek out smaller specialty boutiques and gift shops. With so many shopping options in the Lake area, you may want an overnight stay to get the full retail experience. Money-saving shop-and-stay packages with local lodging properties will make your Christmas even merrier. For more information about lodging, call the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitor Bureau at 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) or visit FunLake.com.
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New Year's Countdown...
|  Start 2012 in grand fashion with one of the Lake's many New Year's Eve festivities. Lake area businesses all are ready to celebrate New Year's with you. Themed parties, party cruises on a yacht, family indoor waterpark celebrations and black-tie affairs are just some of the ways to celebrate New Year's at the Lake of the Ozarks. From the Lake's many restaurants to resorts and nightspots, you can get 2012 off to a great start with fun packages that will leave some "green" in your wallet for the New Year. For more information about New Year's Eve packages, events or lodging, call the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitor Bureau at 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) or visit FunLake.com.
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On the Horizon and looking ahead...
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The winter season is loaded with fun festivals and events at the Lake of the Ozarks. For more information about Christmas getaway packages, lodging, dining, shopping, events and attractions throughout the Lake area, contact the Lake of the Ozarks Convention & Visitor Bureau at 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) or visit the Lake of the Ozarks Convention & Visitor Bureau's web site, FunLake.com.
NOV. 25 - DEC. 23
 DECK THE DOCKS
Festive lights will outline docks on the Lake as homeowners participate in the area's first-ever dock lighting contest. The docks, lighted throughout the holiday season, will be on special display during five Friday night cruises beginning Nov. 25 and running through Dec. 23. The two-hour cruises will focus on lighted docks between the 13 and 21 mile markers. For more information call 573-374-8849 or e-mail julz@dockrealty.com .
NOV. 20, 2011 - JAN.1, 2012
LAKE LIGHT PARKS
 Three Lake-area drive-through light parks will brighten the holidays. All feature free admission.
- The earliest to open (Nov. 20) was the 18th Annual Enchanted Village of Lights at Laurie's 27-acre fairgrounds, with more than 200 displays. The village is open from 5-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 5-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday and holidays. Donations are accepted. For more information, call the city of Laurie at 573-374-8776 or visit CityofLaurie.com.
- Open nightly (6-10 p.m.) starting Thanksgiving Day, the 30th Annual St. Patrick's Festival of Lights is the oldest annual lights display at the Lake, located both at the Shrine of St. Patrick and the National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church, in Laurie. For more details, call 573-374-7855 or visit MothersShrine.com or ShrineofStPatrick.org.
- Also popular is the 7th Annual Unity Circle of Lights, opening Nov. 27 (nightly, dark till midnight) in Versailles' city park. Featuring up to 40 lighted displays, the park's Unity Circle theme highlights cooperation among those in the Versailles community. More information is available from the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitor Bureau at 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) or FunLake.com.
DEC. 3 CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE  There are lots of activities for children of all ages at Camdenton's Christmas on the Square. The event features delicious food, holiday music, a visit from jolly old St. Nick, a petting zoo and much more. For more information about Christmas on the Square, call the Camdenton Area Chamber at 800-769-1004 or visit the Chamber on the web at CamdentonChamber.com.
JAN. 7-8, 2012 LAKE OF THE OZARKS EAGLE DAYS  The World Bird Sanctuary will offer live eagle programs hourly at Osage National Golf Resort in Lake Ozark. Interactive exhibits and crafts also will be at Willmore Lodge in Lake Ozark. Chances for eagle watching will be available at both the Bagnell Dam Access and The Dam Bait Shop and Campground at Bagnell Dam. For an on-the-water look at the regal birds, eagle-watching cruises will be offered aboard the Paddlewheeler Tom Sawyer. Eagle Days hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Call the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 573-964-1008 or visit LakeOfTheOzarksEagleDays.com for more information.
FEB. 25, 2012 POLAR PLUNGE  Do your part for a good cause by running into frigid waters for charity during the 17th annual Polar Plunge at Lake of the Ozark State Park's Grand Glaize Beach in Kaiser. The chilly event is all about fun for participants and spectators alike. Crazy costumes, music, on-shore activities and loads of laughs accompany this festival to benefit local athletes competing in the Special Olympics. To find out more, call Crystal Chalk at 573-256-6367 or visit Somo.org on the web.
# # # Attention Media: Come See Us! At Central Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks, we love to host journalists. Let us know when you'd like to come and we will customize an itinerary just for you and take care of all your on-site hospitality arrangements. Just email Marjorie Beenders or Jo Duncan, or call toll-free at 800-544-8474 and we'll get to work for you! |
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS TRI-COUNTY LODGING ASSOCIATION & CONVENTION AND VISITOR BUREAU Phone: 800-FUN-LAKE (386-5253) Fax: 573-348-4292 P.O. Box 1498 Osage Beach, MO 65065 Website: www.FunLake.com Email: Info@FunLake.com |
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