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Memorial Weekend Fireworks at Lake of the Ozarks
Published May 16, 2012 | 
Memorial Day is less than two weeks away (May 28, 2012). If you are in the area the day before, you will want to stick around for some Memorial weekend fireworks at Lake of the Ozarks. Both the Tan-Tar-A Resort and Lodge of the Four Seasons will be hosting separate fireworks displays on Sunday, May 27th to light up the sky above our gorgeous lake.
The Tan-Tar-A Resort, located at 26MM via boat or State Rd KK via land in Osage Beach, will begin their fireworks display over Lake of the Ozarks right after the sun sets. You can go boating, golfing, play at the Timber Falls Water Park or pamper yourself at the resort’s luxury spa during the day and then watch the sky light up at night, if you’d like. For more information about the amenities at Tan-Tar-A Resort and to make a reservation, please call 800-826-8272.
The Lodge of the Four Seasons, located at 13MM via boat or Horseshoe Bend Pkwy via land, will be hosting their own Memorial weekend fireworks show after sundown on Sunday, May 27th, as well. During the day, the Lodge is hosting a delicious barbeque. Kids can enjoy play time at the Lodge’s Adventure Club while adults can play tennis, go trap shooting or exercise in the fitness areas. Of course, there’s always a fun time to be had on the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks as well. For more information and to make your reservation, please call 888-265-5500.
The Lake of the Ozarks is the perfect place to bring the family for a day of outdoor fun on the lake with a colorful nighttime display at one of the two Memorial weekend fireworks displays happening after the sun sets on Sunday, May 27, 2012. The fireworks are free to watch and help create wonderful memories with your family and friends. Don’t miss out!
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Power Boat Fun at Lake of the Ozarks
Published May 9, 2012 | 
Get ready for some power boat fun at Lake of the Ozarks. The 3rd Annual Dam to Dam Power Boat Fun Run takes place May 18-20, 2012 on our very own Lake of the Ozarks. There is no registration fee and all types of watercraft are welcome. Whether you own a pontoon, racer or cruiser, you’ll have a blast!
The fun run starts with a the pre-party meet up at Paradise Restaurant in Sunrise Beach from 5pm until close on Friday evening. The run begins at 7:30am on Saturday, with a run out to Truman Dam. All participants of the Lake of the Ozarks Power Boat Fun Run will stay overnight in Warsaw and then head back down the lake on Sunday. The complete schedule of stops on Saturday is as follows:
- Miller’s Landing (4131 Runabout Dr, Osage Beach) – 7:30am to 9:30am
- Red Fox (1433 Red Fox Rd, Climax Springs) – 10am to 12pm
- Fattie’s Rendezvous (49 Rendezvous Ct, Edwards) – 12:30pm to 2:30pm
- BuckNaked Restaurant & Marina (29580 Waters Edge Rd, Lincoln) – 3pm to 5pm
- Corner Gardens Bar & Grill (317 E Main St, Warsaw)
- Truman Lodge (1603 Commercial St, Warsaw)
When you make your reservations in Warsaw for your overnight stay, make sure to tell them you are with the Dam to Dam group. Remember, this isn’t a race. It’s just a fun time for everyone to enjoy the most beautiful lake in the entire country. The Power Boat Fun Run at Lake of the Ozarks will take place whether it rains or shines. So, be prepared for whatever Mother Nature has to offer. If you’re interested in joining in on the fun, please contact Michael Brainard at (573) 571-7400 or via email at michael.brainard@hotmail.com. It’s going to a LOT of fun!
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Chocolate for Charity at Lake of the Ozarks
Published May 2, 2012 | 
This Saturday, May 5, 2012, the Community Christian Church, located at 1064 N Business Rte 5 in Camdenton, will be holding a Chocolate for Charity event at Lake of the Ozarks from 5pm to 9pm. All proceeds from this fun event will benefit different Camden County charities via the Sharing & Caring Foundation. This is meant to be fun for the entire family.
Enjoy a taste testing of different chocolates from 5pm to 7pm and vote on your favorites. Join in on the Chocolate Auction being held at 6:30pm. Kids can get their faces painted and participate in several kid-friendly activities. Free non-alcoholic beverages and popcorn will be available. For an additional fee, you can enjoy a light supper as well. Tickets to participate in the Chocolate for Charity event at Lake of the Ozarks are just $5 per adult, $3 for kids ages 4-10 and free to children under 4. For more information, please call (573) 346-7272.
The Sharing & Caring Foundation of Camden County raises money for local Lake of the Ozarks charities. Their fundraising efforts are meant to provide additional monies to local charities rather than to be the sole fundraising efforts for the charities they help. The Camden County Sharing & County Foundation is comprised of Lake of the Ozarks residents from various backgrounds. They convene regularly to review applicants for foundation grants and determine which charity gets priority.
Help raise money for local charities at the Chocolate for Charity event at Lake of the Ozarks this Saturday, May 5, 2012. Have fun with the family, enjoy some yummy chocolate and help raise money for local Lake of the Ozarks charities as well. What more could you ask for?
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Lots to Do at Lake of the Ozarks
Published April 25, 2012 | 
Wow! Looking at the calendar of events, you can definitely tell that the weather has turned and the lake is open for business! There will be lots to do at Lake of the Ozarks this weekend. Golfers, bikers, walkers, runners, shoppers and more are in for a treat.
Healthy Heart Fair – Tri-County YMCA (950 Airport Rd, Osage Beach). From 10am to 4pm, the Tri-County YMCA will be providing free info about the latest in heart health and education to the public.
Lake Area Fiber Arts Festival – Harper Chapel Community Hall (5567 Hwy 54, Osage Beach). From 9am to 4pm, view and buy handmade fiber crafts, such as scarves, garments, shawls and more. There will be a fashion show and judging contest.
Lake Regional’s 5th Annual Fun Run/Walk – Tan-Tar-A Estates (494 Tan-Tar-A Dr, Osage Beach). Check-in at 7am. Registration starts at 8am, with walkers beginning their part of the race right after. Registration is just $25. Proceeds from this event will go to Lake Regional’s Cardiopulmonary Rehab department.
Midcoast Bike Run – Beginning at 10am, start this fun Poker Run at Lake of the Ozarks Harley Davidson. After traveling through scenic areas of Lake of the Ozarks and Eldon, you will end your run at Bootleggers Sports Bar and Grill in Osage Beach. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Enjoy live music, possibly win a prize and watch awards be handed out for the winners of the Poker Run. All money raised benefits scholarships for local high schools.
PGA Free Fitting & Trade Up Month – Dogwood Hills Golf Resort (1252 State Hwy KK, Osage Beach). This is the final weekend to be properly fitted for your equipment. Whether you’re a novice just starting out or a seasoned player, having the correct equipment is extremely important to further your expertise. Technology is ever-evolving. That includes golf equipment. So, trade in your old equipment and trade it in for new.
Prom Night at Captain Ron’s – (LK Rd 5-50, Sunrise Beach). Did you miss out on your own prom? Now’s your chance to go! Bring your significant other to Prom Night at Captain Ron’s. Take your favorite gal or guy and dance to some high school favorites being spun by the in-house DJ. Awards will be handed out to the best couple of the night.
No matter where your interests lie, there is lots to do this weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks. Contact us before you come. We will be happy to show you some great Lake of the Ozarks homes so you can enjoy the lake all year round.
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Lake of the Ozarks Dogwood Festival
Published April 18, 2012 | 
Come celebrate the beauty of the Flowering Dogwood, our state flower here in Missouri by attending the 62nd Annual Dogwood Festival in Lake of the Ozarks’ Camdenton. Beginning tomorrow, April 19, 2012 and continuing on through the weekend, more than 10,000 people are expected to share in the celebration of this beautiful flower that is in full bloom right now. This year’s theme is “A Wonderful Life”, and that is indeed what it is living here at Lake of the Ozarks.
There is so much to see and do throughout this four day festival that you will never be bored. Visitors to the Lake of the Ozarks Dogwood Festival will enjoy live music, great food, carnival, arts and crafts, an art show, a parade, garage sales and, of course, the beauty pageants that will ultimately crown Miss Dogwood 2012. All entries in the kids’ Shoebox Float Contest will be on display over the course of the weekend. The Camdenton Lions Club will hold their Fish Fry at the Middle School Cafeteria from 4pm to 7pm. The Rotary Club Hog Roast takes place from 11am to 3pm at Beckett Motors (229 E US Hwy 54) on Saturday. Also on Saturday, there will be a 5K Fun Run/Walk from Camdenton School to the Bob Shore Stadium beginning at 7:30am. The Annual Dogwood Golf Classic takes place on Sunday at 1pm. All proceeds from the golf tournament will benefit the Band Boosters. Click here for a map of Dogwood Festival actvities and their locations.
As you can see, there is plenty to see and do during the 2012 Lake of the Ozarks Dogwood Festival. You definitely will not be bored. Eat great food, enjoy some live entertainment, attend the carnival, shop at the garage sales or view some spectacular art work. Visit Lake of the Ozarks this weekend to celebrate our state flower with some wonderful people. It’s going to be a fun time for everyone!
Lake of the Ozarks Crappie Rama 2012
Published April 11, 2012 | 
The lake is open! Captain Ron’s is holding the Lake of the Ozarks Crappie Rama 2012 on Saturday, April 21st. Of course, everyone is welcome to participate. Beginning at 6:30am, contestants will be allowed to launch their vessels anywhere around the Lake. You will be allowed to fish until 2pm, when the competition officially ends, or until you’ve caught 10 fish (the limit per boat), whichever comes first. The official weigh-in of all fish caught will take place at 3pm at Captain Ron’s (Lake Rd 5-50, Sunrise Beach, MO). If you aren’t in the weigh-in line by 3pm, your fish won’t be counted.
The entry fee is $60 per team. There is a 60% payback and all proceeds will benefit the Lebanon Hillcrest School, a local elementary school. Prizes will be awarded after the results of the official weigh-in have been tallied. If you and your friends are interested in joining in, you can mail in your entry form to Jason Starnes (351 Prairie Ridge, Lebanon, MO, 65536), bring it in to Larry’s Barbershop (on Madison) or you can turn it in to Captain Ron’s from 5pm to 8pm the night before or 5am the morning of the tournament. Click here for the Lake of the Ozarks Crappie Rama 2012 official rules and entry form.
If you love fishing or simply want to go drown some worms, consider participating in the Lake of the Ozarks Crappie Rama 2012 on Saturday, April 21st. You’re sure to have a ton of fun. But beware. There will be no “whale tales” told here. Polygraph tests will be given to the top 3 fishermen, big fish catcher and one completely random participant. The story about “the one that got away” won’t help you win. And proceeds from this fun event will be going to the local Hillcrest Elementary School. It’s a win-win for everyone!
Discounted Soccer Tickets for Sporting KC
Published April 4, 2012 | 
Soccer is the most popular sport around the world. Americans are getting in on the fun as well. Our local soccer team in the Warsaw area is Sporting Kansas City. Based in Kansas City, KS, Sporting KC is now in its 17th season as a Major League Soccer team. Our company, Reece & Nichols, wants to share the fun with you by offering discounted soccer tickets for the Sporting KC game against Real Salt Lake just a couple of hours from Warsaw, MO at Livestrong Sporting Park (1 Sporting Way, Kansas City, KS) on Saturday, April 14, 2012.
Reece & Nichols will be sponsoring an evening of fun for the entire family. By doing so, they are offering more than 25% off the price of tickets for the game on April 14th only. All you have to do is visit this exclusive Ticketmaster link here, using the special offer code “REECE”. If you don’t already have a Sporting Kansas account with Ticketmaster, you will need to create one (it’s free). West Stand tickets that normally sell for $50 at the gate are just $35 while East Stand tickets (normally $35 at the gate) are just $18.
The game starts at 7:30pm. Seats are limited, so you don’t want to miss out on these discounted soccer tickets for Sporting KC. Bring the family to enjoy some good, clean, wholesome fun and cheer on the home team to victory against Real Salt Lake. If you or someone you know is interested in purchasing or selling a home in the Truman Lake/Lake of the Ozarks area, just let us know. We’re always happy to show off what the Twin Lakes area has to offer!
Lake of the Ozarks Home, Garden & Lifestyle Expo 2012
Published March 28, 2012 | 
The Lake of the Ozarks Home, Garden & Lifestyle Expo 2012 comes to the Country Club Hotel & Spa (301 Carol Rd, Lake Ozark) this Saturday and Sunday, March 31st and April 1st. If you are a homeowner who is thinking about building, remodeling or purchasing a Lake of the Ozarks home, this is the perfect opportunity to learn about the latest products, talk to local builders and pick the brain of designers for ideas to improve and/or enhance your lake lifestyle. And, best of all, it’s absolutely free!
Representatives offer information on a wide variety of products and services for your Lake of the Ozarks home. Some of the businesses who will be on hand for the 2012 Home, Garden & Lifestyle Expo include landscaping, construction, roofing, flooring, heating and cooling, repair services, interior decorating and home furnishings. In addition to standard home improvement, repair and construction, companies representing the travel industry, mortgage and finance, home security and home entertainment will be available to discuss their services. Learn about green alternatives for building supplies. Also, there will be several specials from many of the Expo’s vendors that are only available through attending the Expo itself.
And, if all this isn’t enough to entice you to attend the Lake of the Ozarks Home, Garden & Lifestyle Expo 2012, the first 100 people through the doors will receive a free Dogwood seedling to take home with them. Whether you’re interested in purchasing, building or remodeling a Lake of the Ozarks home, something is sure to peak your interest here. Remember, admission is free but the information available is extremely valuable.
Expo Hours: Saturday, March 31st – 9am to 5pm Sunday, April 1st – 10am to 3pm
Home Warranty 101
Published March 21, 2012 | 
You’re looking at a wonderful Lake of the Ozarks/Truman Lake home that you are very interested in purchasing. You want to put an offer in on it. It’s a few years old but seems to be in good shape. However, you don’t want to be too hasty in signing contracts without having some sort of back up in case the air conditioning goes out, a pipe bursts or the ceiling fans go on the fritz. That’s where home warranty insurance comes in to play. What is that and how does it work? Well, class. Here’s a little Home Warranty 101for you.
Home warranty insurance varies from company to company. A typical policy averages between $250 and $400. When something in your Twin Lakes home breaks that is covered by your home warranty insurance, you call the home warranty company. They, in turn, will call the service provider they work with. The service provider will then call you back to arrange an appointment to come out and service the item/system. You are only responsible for the service fee required by the service provider (usually less than $100). Depending on your particular contract with the home warranty company, if an item cannot be repaired, they will pay for the replacement and installation of the malfunctioning item. Check with your home warranty company first to find out what their poilcy is on situations like that.
General home warranty insurance policies cover the following:
- Air conditioning and heating systems
- Ceiling fans
- Dishwashers
- Doorbells
- Ductwork
- Electrical system
- Garbage disposal
- Interior plumbing (no water coming out of pipes)
- Oven/range
- Phone wiring
- Water heater
In addition to knowing what IS covered, it is important to know what ISN’T covered. These items typically include sprinkler systems, faucet repairs, pools/spas, permit fees and costs to haul away debris or broken items from your Lake of the Ozarks/Truman Lake home. Some companies also don’t include refrigerators, garage door openers or washers and dryers in their standard policies either. However, most of these can be added onto your home warranty policy for an additional fee.
Just like car insurance, you should shop around with different home warranty companies to compare prices and policies. Ask your real estate agent for recommendations. They usually work with one or two home warranty companies. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something on the policy. Don’t sign anything until you completely understand what you are signing. That’s a little Home Warranty 101 for you. Please let us know if you’re interested in buying a Twin Lakes home of your own.
St Patrick’s Day Fun at Lake of the Ozarks
Published March 14, 2012 | 
This Saturday, March 17th, 2012 is St. Patrick’s Day. You don’t have to be a drinker in order to have a blast, though. If you’re looking for some St. Patrick’s Day fun at Lake of the Ozarks, you’re in luck. Here are a few events you may be interested in:
St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Water – Everyone is welcome to decorate their own boat, set it out on the lake and participate in the 21st annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Water. The parade will begin at the 10.5MM Ozark Bar B Que and progress up and down the Gravois Arm beginning at 11:30am. If you don’t have a boat, this is still a fun way to kick off the boating season. After all, what’s a parade without spectators, right?
St. Patrick’s Day Parade – For the 28th year in a row, the Bagnell Dam Strip will be hosting a traditional St. Patrick’s Day parade, featuring floats and marching bands. The parade begins at 1pm. While you’re there, enjoy a lunch special from one of the local restaurants, including corned beef and cabbage.
St. Patrick’s Short Bus Shuffle – If you are a drinker, the Westside has a great way to go from venue to venue without having to get behind the wheel. Beginning at 4pm, riders can hop aboard one of eight buses for just $5. Each bus will stop at 12 bars in the area, including: Bear Bottom Resort, Captain Ron’s, Deep Water Inn and The Lake House Inn. All money raised from the shuffle will be donated to local Twin Lakes charities.
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. Whatever you do to celebrate, please do it responsibly. Cops will be out in full force Saturday night with sobriety checkpoints. You don’t want to end the night in jail or, worse yet, harming someone else. There are several fun events scheduled at Lake of the Ozarks on St. Patrick’s Day. Have fun and be safe.
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