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February 14, 2021

What's Up - Your guide to what's happening in Fayetteville, AR this week!

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THE BEST OF BRANSON Have you visited The Best of Branson annual contest 2019 and 2020 gold winner for BEST INDOOR ATTRACTION? If not, you need to get to Branson and see what you are missing. Come check out their new renovations and their ever-changing collection of over 450 unique artifacts, amazing art, crazy illusions and wacky interactives. It is sure to be fun for the entire family. The building, commonly referred to as the "Cracked house", is designed to show the effects from the New Madrid earthquake in 1812. This was the largest recorded quake in the U.S., made the Mississippi River flow backwards for 3 days and was felt as far away as Washington D.C. Inside you can enjoy the World's largest roll of toilet paper, a shrunken head, Vampire killing kit and a portrait made from a cassette tape and many, many other fascinating items. In 1918 Robert Ripley's first Believe It or Not! cartoon was published, initially called "Champs and Chumps", featuring a collection of sports oddities. In addition to publishing he conquered radio, television, movies and opened the first museum called an Odditorium at the Chicago World's Fair in 1939. He traveled to over 200 countries over 40 years and was considered the modern Marco Polo and the real life Indiana Jones. Come experience the amazing world of Robert Ripley, then ask yourself if you Believe it or Not! Stay as long as you like on your self-guided tour. They are located at 3326 West 76 Country Blvd in Branson and are open daily at 10am, 365 days a year. For more information, call 417-337-5300 or check them out online at Ripleys.com/branson. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Where seeing is Believing! THE BEST OF BRANSON LEGENDS IN CONCERT Legends in Concert is open for another exciting new season. A spectacular spring lineup is at Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater with Johnny Cash, George Michael, Michael Jackson, Elvis, and The Blues Brothers™ will be performing. The summer lineup will feature tributes to Elvis, Freddie Mercury, Lady Gaga, Pat Benatar, and The Blues Brothers™.In the fall, bringing the classics to the stage, paying tribute to Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, and Martina McBride, along with Elvis, and The Blues Brothers™. And to close the year with the Christmas season, featuring classic Elvis Presley Christmas, Whitney Houston, Dean Martin, and The Blues Brothers™. CABINS OFFER A FRONT ROW SEAT TO WINTER BEAUTY Nestled in the rolling hills of the Ozarks or overlooking a tranquil lake, there's a wide variety of cabins in Branson to choose from for a relaxing winter hideaway. You'll find rental options ranging from tiny rustic log cabins to luxurious lodges; you can even stay in a treehouse. Just imagine relaxing by the fireplace or enjoying a cup of coffee, a good book and the sunset. Renting a cabin gives you a front-row seat for nature's amazing winter show in one of the most scenic regions of the Ozarks. BRANSONBULLETIN BRANSONBULLETIN FAMILY FUN FOR EVERYONE Don't let the chilly temperatures spoil your sense of adventure. Indoor attractions in Branson are a great place to keep warm and have fun. Check out one of Branson's newest attractions, Beyond the Lens, an interactive experience dedicated to technology, or get some serious air at Big Air Trampoline Park. Families love the Titanic Museum Attraction, Andy B's Bowl Social, Fritz's Adventure, The Axe Game and Branson Boardgame Cafe, too. So bring the whole family and have some fun! Big Cedar Lodge Cabins FEBRUARY 14-20, 2021 WHAT'S UP! 39

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