417 Magazine - March 2011 - Springfield, MO

Cover Story
	Dream Weekends Getting away for just a little while with the one you love? You might as well make the most of it. Here's how. By Savannah Waszczuk

Cover Story

Dream Weekends

Getting away for just a little while with the one you love? You might as well make the most of it. Here's how.

By Savannah Waszczuk

Features

Departments
Learn to Dance in 417-land	Archive »
Do you love to dance but feel like your skills are a little rusty? 417-land is full of opportunities, and the dancing options go beyond just ballroom. Bollywood-style moves, anyone? By Kathleen O'Dell
Go Adventuring	Archive »
A new local company—an offshoot of a business that’s been helping 417-landers hike their home region—is leading guided expeditions to the far corners of the globe. Find out how you can join in. By Sandy Clark
What's Your Favorite	Archive »
Getting down to basics with Bryan Simpson, owner of Five Pound Apparel. By Jeff Houghton
Switzerland Travel: Crisp Mountain Air	Archive »
Read about an off-season trip to the Swiss Alps, and plan a luxurious mountain getaway of your own. By Caitlin Kissee
Shimmy and Shake	Archive »
Local belly dancers get sultry with a dancing workout. By Kathleen O'Dell
Savvy Shopper: Jellybeans	Archive »
Whether you’re a stylish mom or just a person in need of a great baby shower gift, you’ll love Jellybeans, which carries clothing and accessories for children ages infant to toddler. By Savannah Waszczuk
417 Cooking Class: The Argentina Steakhouse	Archive »
Argentina Steakhouse has a tantalizing menu, and Angel Kim is bringing those tastes to this month’s 417 Cooking Class. By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
Capo-What?	Archive »
Our writer tries his hand at capoeira, a Brazilian martial art, by getting a lesson at the Meyer Center’s new Cardio Capoeira class. By Kevin O'Riley
5 Best French Dip Sandwiches	Archive »
Savory and dipable, this might be the best lunch out there. And here are 417-land's best. By Dylan Whitaker
Elkins Home Gallery: March 2011	Archive »
Ben Elkins built the home he shares with his wife, Patti, and she was responsible for its interior design. The result is a comfortable south Springfield home that’s a little Tuscan, a tad... By Savannah Waszczuk; Photos by Edward Biamonte
Cents of Pride: Good Will Starts Early	Archive »
The Cents of Pride program allows elementary students to help each other through donations and stores at local schools. By Jeff Houghton
Necessities: Buying Bicycles	Archive »
These bikes and bike accessories provide everything you need for a fun-filled, adventurous afternoon with the family. Check them out, then get to pedaling! Styling by Kaye Lee; Produced by Cassie Darst and Bethany McDonald; Photos by Kevin O’Riley
Workday Workout	Archive »
Local businesses are jumping into the American Heart Association’s Start! Fit-Friendly Companies Program, and they’re bringing fitness to the office By Mike Cullinan
417 Cooking Class: The Argentina Steakhouse	Archive »
Argentina Steakhouse has a tantalizing menu, and Angel Kim is bringing those tastes to this month’s 417 Cooking Class. By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
5 Best French Dip Sandwiches	Archive »
Savory and dipable, this might be the best lunch out there. And here are 417-land's best. By Dylan Whitaker
Cents of Pride: Good Will Starts Early	Archive »
The Cents of Pride program allows elementary students to help each other through donations and stores at local schools. By Jeff Houghton
Necessities: Buying Bicycles	Archive »
These bikes and bike accessories provide everything you need for a fun-filled, adventurous afternoon with the family. Check them out, then get to pedaling! Styling by Kaye Lee; Produced by Cassie Darst and Bethany McDonald; Photos by Kevin O’Riley
Savvy Shopper: Jellybeans	Archive »
Whether you’re a stylish mom or just a person in need of a great baby shower gift, you’ll love Jellybeans, which carries clothing and accessories for children ages infant to toddler. By Savannah Waszczuk
Switzerland Travel: Crisp Mountain Air	Archive »
Read about an off-season trip to the Swiss Alps, and plan a luxurious mountain getaway of your own. By Caitlin Kissee
A Time to Share	Archive »
For Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks. University Plaza. March 4, 2011.
Learn to Dance in 417-land	Archive »
Do you love to dance but feel like your skills are a little rusty? 417-land is full of opportunities, and the dancing options go beyond just ballroom. Bollywood-style moves, anyone? By Kathleen O'Dell
Go Adventuring	Archive »
A new local company—an offshoot of a business that’s been helping 417-landers hike their home region—is leading guided expeditions to the far corners of the globe. Find out how you can join in. By Sandy Clark
Elkins Home Gallery: March 2011	Archive »
Ben Elkins built the home he shares with his wife, Patti, and she was responsible for its interior design. The result is a comfortable south Springfield home that’s a little Tuscan, a tad... By Savannah Waszczuk; Photos by Edward Biamonte
Capo-What?	Archive »
Our writer tries his hand at capoeira, a Brazilian martial art, by getting a lesson at the Meyer Center’s new Cardio Capoeira class. By Kevin O'Riley
Workday Workout	Archive »
Local businesses are jumping into the American Heart Association’s Start! Fit-Friendly Companies Program, and they’re bringing fitness to the office By Mike Cullinan
Shimmy and Shake	Archive »
Local belly dancers get sultry with a dancing workout. By Kathleen O'Dell
What's Your Favorite	Archive »
Getting down to basics with Bryan Simpson, owner of Five Pound Apparel. By Jeff Houghton