Upcoming Events

Want to get connected? Check out these great upcoming events.

CPO’s Stride For Stronger Communities 5k & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk ~ April 25, 2026

April 25, 2026

8:30 AM

2120 S. Ventura Ave. ~ Springfield, MO 65804

Prevent Suicide by Learning QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer ~ April 17, 2026

April 17, 2026

12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Via Zoom

Prevent Suicide by Learning QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer ~ May 20, 2026

May 20, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Via Zoom

Free Mandated Reporter Training ~ May 21, 2026

May 21, 2026

2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

330 N. Jefferson Ave. ~ Springfield, MO 65806

Free Mandated Reporter Training ~ August 20, 2026

August 20, 2026

2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Via Zoom

CPO’s 28th annual Community Wide Play Day ~ April 25, 2026

April 25, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

1301 S. Campbell Ave. ~ Springfield, MO 65807

Leap of Faith: movie screening ~ April 16, 2026

April 16, 2026

6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

305 S. Campbell Ave., Unit 101 ~ Springfield, MO 65806

DEA National Rx TakeBack ~ April 25, 2026

April 25, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Various Locations - see flyer for details

2026 Go Blue Community Kickoff ~ April 9, 2026

April 9, 2026

9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

1418 E. Pythian St. ~ Springfield, MO 65802

Local Table Tour: A Progressive Dinner Experience ~ April 24, 2026

April 24, 2026

5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Multiple Locations on the Tour

Childcare Provider Appreciation Breakfast ~ May 9, 2026

May 9, 2026

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

320 S. Orchard Crest Ave. ~ Springfield, MO 65802

April Dining to Donate at Bambino’s Cafe ~ April 1 – April 30, 2026

April 1, 2026

1141 E. Delmar St. & 2810 E. Battlefield Rd. locations ~ Springfield, MO

Parent Cafe – “You Are Not Alone: The Village Returns” ~ April 16, 2026

April 16, 2026

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

1518 E. Dale St. ~ Springfield, MO 65803

DeforeFest Heart of the Ozarks Gala & Comedy Show ~ May 15-May 16, 2026

Please see flyers for details.