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New Businesses

Posted April 14, 2022 by Mitzi

We like to think of Pulaski County as a cool community in the Ozarks. We have friendly and welcoming communities, with thriving downtowns and lots of fun opportunities. The Pulaski County Visitors Center is always excited to share information about area businesses, activities, and opportunities with travelers and locals!

Lala Mali Food

A new food truck is now rushing to the scene! Lala Mali serves Moroccan cuisine – burgers, kabobs, falafel and shwarma wraps with Mediterranean spices! Check Facebook to see where they will be!!

Hen House Fried Chicken Company

Come and enjoy family dining! The Hen House Fried Chicken Company has fried chicken, fried seafood, and “samiches”. They are found along Missouri Avenue.

Crocker’s Farmer’s Market

Fresh vegetables, fruits, handmade products, bread, jams, canned goods, and crafts are now available on Saturdays from 9.00 a.m.-1.00 p.m.! Located at the Park Pavilion at Crocker City Park!

Petals and Bloom Flowers

Do you wish to have a fresh bouquet of flowers? Or send a gift basket to family or to a soldier? The shop delivers flowers, natural gifts, and much more! The shop is found at the main PX at Fort Leonard Wood.

Penaroyal Antiques & Collectables

The antique store moved to Crocker on Commercial Street! The old Bloodland bank teller counter is part of the newly renovated building. They have primitive, antique, Victorian items, furniture, and much more!

Penaroyal Antiques, Crocker, MO — *Image courtesy of Penaroyal Antiques & Collectables, Crocker MO*

Baldy’s Barbershop

Stop by the newly opened barbershop on Commercial Street in Crocker for men’s haircuts and shaves! Baldy’s has renovated the former shop and recently opened!

Have a new business opening up? Email us at email@pulaskicounty.org, call 573.336.6355 or stop by the Pulaski County Visitors Center, to learn about our Partner programs. We would love to meet you and share your business with tourists!

April 2022 Events

Posted March 25, 2022 by Katie Dreadfulwater

Upcoming Events Occurring in Pulaski County, MO

April 9th Dixon Spring Fling Historic Downtown Dixon, MO

Spring Festival with live music, car & bike show, food trucks, antiques, book sale, city wide yard sale and more. Fun for the whole family! 9 am – 5 pm, Dixon, MO 65459

Ongoing – April 15, 2022: Taste of Pulaski County Passport Edition Pulaski County, MO

Purchase a Taste of Pulaski Passport, then taste the Pulaski County goodness, collect your receipts, and turn it back in for a chance to win prizes! Be sure to check out their online auction. Various locations Throughout Pulaski Count

April 17, 2022: Easter Egg Hunt & Helicopter Candy Drop @ Ruby’s Landing Waynesville, MO

Come see candy dropped from a helicopter and join the fun in finding some of the 10,000 hidden eggs! 12 pm – 4 pm, Waynesville, MO 65583

April 23rd American Legion Auxiliary 2nd Annual Spring Craft Fair Saint Robert, MO

Local Crafters, artisans and vendors @ St. Robert American Legion 10am – 3pm, Saint Robert, MO 65584

April 23rd Crawfish Boil Waynesville, MO

Crawfish Boil and live music @ Pulaski Co. Ft. Wood Shrine Club 1 pm – 5 pm, Waynesville, MO 65583

April 30, 2022: Kickapoo Trace Muzzleloaders Fun Day Crocker, MO

Learn primitive skills, fur trade, throwing tomahawks, shoot traditional muzzleloaders.

Free event and fun for the whole family 10 am – 2pm and Bonfire event begins @ 5:30 pm. Crocker, MO

WEEKLY

Saturdays 8 am – 12 pm Pulaski County Farmers Market – Waynesville, MO 65583

Saturdays 10 am – 4 pm Old Stagecoach Stop Museum – Waynesville, MO 65583

Saturdays 9 am – 3 pm The Swap Meet on 66 – Waynesville 65583 / Saint Robert 65584

MONTHLY

Frisco Depot Museum : Every Third Saturday 10 am – 2 pm Crocker, MO 65452

Free Donut Fun Run 5K: April 23rd beginning at 8 am, Roubidoux Park, Waynesville, MO 65583

Second Saturday Art Show: Every Second Saturday 9 am – 2 pm Waynesville, MO 65583

SAVE THE DATE

May 27th & 28th Big Piney River Bluegrass Festival Saint Robert, MO

May 27th thru 30th Mid-America Freedom Rally Waynesville, MO

June 15^th – 16^th Big BAM – Bike Across Missouri @ Roubidoux Park in Waynesville, MO 65583

June 15^th thru 18^th Pulaski County Regional Fair @ Saint Robert Community Center & Pole Barn Saint Robert, MO 65584

Be sure to visit our event calendar for upcoming Signature Events, and other community events. Click to view our full PulaskiCountyUSA.com calendar.

During the pandemic changes occur rapidly. Contact event host to confirm event and to verify COVID procedures. In some situations masks and social distancing may be encouraged. If you do not feel well or have been exposed, choose to not attend. Please follow CDC recommendations, and local Health Department recommendations and trends.

To add your Pulaski County event to our Event Promotion Program, visit our online calendar

Big BAM – While in Town

Posted March 24, 2022 by Patience Warren

Pulaski County is excited to welcome the return of Big BAM riders to the Waynesville City Park, but it is important to know that there are note-worthy stops before you even reach Basecamp. Pulaski’s first water stop is at Click’s on Route 66. Complimentary water is available for cyclists and the general store will be open at 6 am. Make note of Hanna Hills Disc Golf as you depart Laquey. Consider booking a great afternoon of play on their 18-hole course later in the day. Be sure to swing by Tiger Nutrition for an energy drink to help fuel you through a great day of exploring Pulaski or stop in at Master Doughnuts for an early morning treat. You can find both off of Route 66, right on Ichord Ave. If you are looking for a heaty plate of biscuits and gravy swing into Westside Café, or Drachenfutter’s German Pancakes, both east of the Route 66 and Ichord Ave intersection.

After a quick break to catch your breath at Basecamp, take a look around you and see what’s there! Cooldown at the splash park or swim in our beautiful section of the Roubidoux! Get together with one of our local outfitters and float down the river for a couple of hours. Liberty Life Park Campground will be providing a shuttle to and from the park for float trips at their gorgeous location at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, so make sure to get your reservations as soon as possible! Bring one (or two) of your friends and rent a canoe, or if you would prefer to go your own speed, rent a one-person kayak! Once you finish floating the river, take a walk on the Trail of Tears Memorial Trail and learn more about Waynesville’s history.

Wanting to get a good look at downtown Waynesville? Look no further than our Historic Downtown Waynesville Walking Tour! You can download an interactive online map or an online brochure, then learn more about the community as you walk around the square! Step back in time as you tour the Old Stagecoach Stop Museum on the northeast side of the Square. Special Big BAM hours are planned from 10 AM to 8 PM. Tour guides will greet you in period costume and share the rich history that occurred from the 1800s to the present. Great eats include Asian and German fare, Haute Dawgs, honey ice cream, soups & sandwiches, cheesy pizza, and juicy hamburgers. While you’re out, be sure to stop in the various local businesses. Piney River Taproom Brewery will be offering sample flights of some local brews, along with the usual pints and amazing pizza. Hopper’s Pub will be having Trivia Night beginning at 6:00 PM. Waynesville has everything from ½ hour to hour massage studios, antiques, collectibles, and locally made items, to an impressive art gallery.

Old Stagecoach Stop, Waynesville Missouri — Old Stagecoach Stop, Waynesville

If you head west from the square, make sure to stop in at Drachenfutter. Open at 7AM, you can relax and have a specialty tea or coffee or take some friends and play one of the board games that Drachenfutter provides. Mary also invites you to relax along Route 66 at their outdoor patio.

Welcome to Waynesville Party!

Drachenfutter is teaming up with Piney River Taproom and they’re planning a great night of activities with live music from Pyrosonic, a local band that plays everything from 60’s music to modern and a variety of genres. Piney River Taproom will be setting up their mobile tap on Drachenfutter’s patio so you can enjoy a good drink during the concert. Music starts at 6PM!

Explore More….

Visit the Pulaski County Library and enjoy the quiet environment and free internet access. Have you missed out on the latest movies? Beat the heat and see the newest movie at B&B Theater!

You may also go up Waynesville hill and, after saying hi to our frog rock in residence, head on to see the sights in Saint Robert. Visit the free City of Saint Robert Museum and learn more about our local history. The Saint Robert Municipal Golf Course welcomes you to their 3-Par, 9 hole course and has clubs available at the Municipal Center for your use! Or if you want something quirky, Uranus has an outdoor miniature golf course. While you are there, check out the Slideshow Museum and grab a photo by the Neon Wall along the east side of the complex. Bring some friends and stop by Bow and Barrel Sportsmen Center for a friendly shooting competition. Be sure to check out the Pulaski County Regional Fair down by the Saint Robert Community Center! Enjoy the Corn Hole Contest, with registration starting 7:30 PM and the event beginning at 8:00 PM.

Saint Robert also has a variety of hotels, spas, and restaurants for you to relax at and enjoy! Some of our hotels are even offering special room pricing just for those participating in Big BAM this year! And if you don’t feel like going out to eat, have your food delivered with one of the local delivery services! Need a ride while in town? Try calling one of Pulaski’s transportation services!

If you have booked a stay at one of the hotels, shuttle service to and from basecamp and the hotel is available. Contact Simply Fast Courier Service for the $5pp BigBam Special Rate.

Access our online map for easy directions to stops throughout Pulaski County!

BigBAM Room Deals

Posted March 18, 2022 by Patience Warren

BigBAM is returning for another great year, and Pulaski County is right in the middle of it! This exciting, multi-day event is sure to be a blast, but after a long day of cycling Route 66, it’s important to make sure you have just the right place to rest for the night. Camping is always a great option, but if you are looking for a place to beat the summer heat, or just want something a little cushier than the ground, some of our amazing hotels here in Pulaski are ready to give special deals just for this event! Plus, each of the hotels is within a five-mile radius of Base camp and walking distance of multiple restaurants, giving you amazing access to great food so you can recharge for the next day! Each hotel has different amenities, making it easy to get just what you need to have a great trip through our beautiful county! Listed below are the hotels that have offered to provide special pricing for BigBAM this year. Be sure to call to get exact pricing, details on all room deals, and to book your room. Remember, the date is June 15^th, and we can’t wait to see you here in Pulaski!

If you have booked a stay at one of the hotels, shuttle service to and from basecamp and the hotel is available. Contact Simply Fast Courier Service for the $5pp BigBam Special Rate.

Comfort Inn & Suites – 573.451.3203

20% off Best Available.
Book by 1 June.
They can call and ask for the BigBAM 2022 group or book online.
Is located 3.5 miles from Roubidoux Park Base camp.

Fairfield Inn – 573.336.8600

20% off Best Available.
Book up to event date.
They can call and ask for the BigBAM 2022 group.
Is located 3.8 miles from Roubidoux Park Base camp.

Baymont Inn & Suites – 573.336.5050

$92 room rate, discounted from $120.
Book up to event date.
Call and ask for the BigBAM.
Is located 3.9 miles from Roubidoux Park Base camp.

All Towne Suites – 573.451.2600

$70 room rate
Book up to event date.
Call and ask for the BigBAM2022 Room rate.
Is located 4.1 miles from the Roubidoux Park Base camp.

Restaurants within .3 miles – Lucky House, Cracker Barrel, Dairy Queen, Ruby Tuesdays, Pappo’s Pizza, Mama Mia’s, and Route 66 Diner.

Holiday Inn Express – 573.336.2299

Call and ask for BigBAM Room Rate.
Book up to event date.
Is located 4.6 miles from Roubidoux Park Base camp.

Restaurants within .3 miles – Zloft Bar & Grill, McDonald’s, and Waffle House

New Businesses in Pulaski County

Posted March 16, 2022 by Mitzi

We like to think of Pulaski County as a cool community in the Ozarks. We have friendly and welcoming communities, with thriving downtowns and lots of fun opportunities. The Pulaski County Visitors Center is always excited to share information about area businesses, activities, and opportunities with travelers and locals!

Final Stop Antiques and Collectables – Richland

Stop by the newly opened antique store located along south Pine Street in Richland. For several years Final Stop Die-Cast was located in this storefront. Have no fear! Final Stop Diecast has not left, they just moved next door!

The Swap Meet on 66 – Waynesville/Saint Robert

Who doesn’t love a swap meet? Great deals and a fun place to swap stories too. The Swap Meet stopped by the Visitors Center this week to let us know they are providing a location for small businesses, non-profit organizations, food vendors, and individuals looking to sell their wares. The location is at the intersection of F Hwy and Route 66, to the east of the Waynesville-St. Robert Animal Shelter and just west of Rodeway Inn. Saturday, March 19th is opening day operating from 9 am-3 pm, with plans to operate thru the last Saturday in November. Be sure to stop by and check it out!

Espresso & More To Go – Saint Robert

Located at the Missouri Ave Food Truck Park, this local food truck drive-thru is open 6 am to 4 pm, 7 days a week. Choose from coffee, chai tea, or spoil yourself and a friend with the Berry Limeade or Orange Dreamsicle! Yum!

The Vintage Chandelier – Richland

The perfect location to host bridal showers, baby showers, anniversary parties, private wedding ceremonies, adult birthday parties, family reunions, or even the perfect girls’ night out. Vintage Chandelier provides a wide range of services for your special event including complete event planning at this venue or another location of your choice.

THe Vintage Chandelier event center, Richland, MO — *Image courtesy of The Vintage Chandelier, Richland, MO*

Drachenfutter – Fort Leonard Wood

Serving all your Drachenfutter (Waynesville location) favorite coffees and beverages from 7 am to 1 pm. Located within the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence (MSCoE).

A Green House, LLC – Saint Robert

Owner/Manager: Rachel Stromberg
Hours: Monday, Tuesday: 11.30 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday: Closed; Friday: 10.30 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday: 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

A massive selection of plants for all you plant lovers out there! Don’t forget the accessories from plant food to sprays. They also offer bee houses and other gift items; jewelry, candles, crystals…… Hours vary Friday thru Wednesday.

*Image courtesy of A Green House, Saint Robert, MO*

Tangled and Teased Hair Salon – Richland

Looking to manage those tangles? Richland’s newest salon offers a great solution for both men and women. Hours vary Tuesday thru Saturday.

Flowers on Base at Fort Leonard Wood

A full-service florist offering candy, balloons, cards, candles, and much more! Delivery is available to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, St. Robert, and surrounding areas. Open Monday thru Saturday.

New Life Fitness – Waynesville

Total Body Fitness is a Group Fitness Company that provides group fitness classes in eight (8) different programs and is sponsored by the world-known fitness company, Les Mills. The gym is open 24 hours, with staff available at specific hours.

Have a new business opening up? Email us at email@pulaskicounty.org, call 573.336.6355 or stop by the Pulaski County Visitors Center, to learn about our Partner programs. We would love to meet you and share your business with tourists!

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