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Read more about the article Give culture this Give Ozarks!

Give culture this Give Ozarks!

We're participating in Give Ozarks Day: Rally for Recovery, an online giving day event on Wednesday, March 24, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Along with more than 150 area…

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Support peace and cultural understanding this Giving Tuesday

Now as much as ever, our world needs peace and understanding between all people. COVID-19 demonstrated just how connected we all are, yet our world and nation remains divided in…

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Giving Tuesday Now

We're participating in Giving Tuesday Now, a global day of unity and giving in response to the recent unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. The majority of our funds come from…

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COVID-19 messages of hope and friendship

Sharing COVID-19 messages of hope and friendship between Springfield's sister cities of Isesaki, Japan and Tlaquepaque, Mexico.

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Wishing you peace this holiday season

From all of us at Springfield Sister Cities, may you enjoy peace and understanding this holiday season.

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Read more about the article Emily Denniston named one of SBJ’s 20 Most Influential Women

Emily Denniston named one of SBJ’s 20 Most Influential Women

Our long-time Board member and current Secretary, Emily Denniston, was named as one of Springfield Business Journal's 20 Most Influential Women of 2018! Emily is being recognized for her hard work…

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Read more about the article Jan Fisk receives prestigious ATHENA Award

Jan Fisk receives prestigious ATHENA Award

Our Board member, Councilwoman Jan Fisk, was honored on March 8 with the ATHENA Award presented by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. The award is named after the Greek…

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Read more about the article Join us at our partner FOG’s annual meeting on Thurs., Feb. 8

Join us at our partner FOG’s annual meeting on Thurs., Feb. 8

One of our strongest partnerships is with Friends of the Garden (FOG), the organization responsible for raising funds and volunteers for the beautiful Springfield Botanical Gardens and Center. FOG helps…

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2018 memberships and sponsorships available online!

The New Year brings new opportunities for you to get involved with Sister Cities, and now you can sign up for exclusive membership and sponsorship benefits online! Annual Membership Join our…

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Read more about the article A note from our President

A note from our President

January 2018 Dear SSCA Friends: Happy New Year! This time of year is always a great time to look back in reflection and to look forward in planning for the…

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2025 Events

2025 Japan Trip Informational Meetings
10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3

Isesaki Student Art Exhibit
March-April
Botanical Center

Sushi and Sake
Saturday, March 29, 2025, 6-8 p.m.
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Opens
Tue., April 1, 10am-7pm

Kite and Pinata Festival
Sat., Apr. 5, 11am-5pm
Botanical Center Great Lawn

Gigs in the Garden
First Three Sundays in May at 2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Annual Celebration
Sun., May 18, 11:30am-2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

2026 Tlaquepaque Trip Informational Meetings
9:30 a.m., Saturday, June 14
Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
5:30 p.m., Monday, June 16
Virtual – registration information on page

Isesaki Culture Exchange
August
Missouri State University
Day Host Opportunities

29th Japanese Fall Festival
Fri., Sept. 5-Sun., Sept. 7
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Trip to Isesaki for City Festival
Thu., Sept. 18-Mon., Sept. 29

Gigs in the Garden
Sundays in October at 2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Taste of Tlaquepaque
Friday, Oct. 10
Oasis Hotel and Convention Center

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Closes
Fri., Oct. 31, 10am-6pm

Gardens Aglow
Late November-December

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