Blog Entries for Phaedra

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Performs Friday- Save Me a Front Row Seat!

Phaedra — Mon, 26 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Earlier today, while seated poolside, I had to wrap two beach towels around my shivering body to stave off the chill bumps. When is summer—in all its traditional blazing glory--going to arrive in the Ozarks?

I know summer officially starts June 21, but typically by late May we’re swimming and feeling the warmth of the summer sun. I’m ready for the fireflies to dart about my yard, chasing the remnants of a setting sun. I’m even longing for [...]

Zunyi Acrobats Will Truly Amaze You!

Phaedra — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:00:00 +0100

After watching the Zunyi Acrobats of China at World-Fest I found myself pondering, "How do they do that?"

Personally, I could never even get close to mastering the "front splits" in gymnastics. The show is amazing and highly entertaining. The kids sitting behind me seemed particu [...]

Celebration City Opens Friday!

Phaedra — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Celebration City opens Friday with a new 5-story water ride-ROARING FALLS! This new family ride features a 55-degree drop with a final 50-foot plummet into the wild Amazon water.

To get an idea of what kind of splash you're in for... check out my sneak-peak demo ride [...]

Visiting Ireland...After Discovering a Delicious Breakfast Buffet!

Phaedra — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 02:00:00 +0100

As predicted, the sun came out this past weekend and I headed to Ireland! Well, sort of, I did finally make it to World-Fest to catch the new Irish Celebration Feet of Fire. The show was spectacular! My favorite number was actually the last number when

the lead male dancer [...]

Rain, Rain, Go Away...We Need Sunny Saturdays!

Phaedra — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 02:00:00 +0100

I like to think I'm a fairly positive-thinking person, but this freaky 2008 weather is getting to me. Tornados in January ...followed by destructive

ice storms...followed by even more destructive flooding...followed by strange late-March 90 mph high winds...followed by a forecast for even more rain later this week. Really, I say "uncle" I need some sunshine to fall on my shoulders. Decent weather (with decent defined as "not life-threatening&qu [...]

The City is a Natural Beauty...and Marvel Cave a True Adventure!

Phaedra — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 02:00:00 +0100

I've visited theme parks across America and I can say from my experience, Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri is like no other. The uniqueness of the City stems in part from the natural beauty of Ozark Mountain Country. Unlike a traditional asphalt theme park environment, Silver Dollar City i [...]

Showboatin' Fun for Everyone!

Phaedra — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 02:00:00 +0100

There’s just something special and invigorating about being “on the water.” And the opportunity to climb aboard a majestic 1880s-style paddle wheeler, is truly unique. If you’ve never experienced the Showboat Branson Belle, this is the year to treat your family to a great Table Rock Lak [...]

What's your earliest City memory?

Phaedra — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Do you recall the first time you visited Silver Dollar City?

My first memory is actually a memory captured on 8mm film. It was 1965, I was a toddler and my parents stopped by Silver Dollar City while traveling through Branson, Missouri on their way to a new home in Iowa City, Iowa.

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What's your earliest City memory?

Phaedra — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Do you recall the first time you visited Silver Dollar City?

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Silver Dollar City - Family Spring Break Days begin 3/20

Phaedra — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 02:00:00 +0100

I live in Springfield, Missouri and after experiencing what feels like the longest, iciest winter on record, my family is very ready for spring.

My arctic attire is getting old and everybody around my house is ready for some sunshine and warms temps. The dogwood trees stand at atten [...]