Vol. 2, No. 34, September 25, 2026
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People. Places. Things To Do. |
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| Welcome back to The Green Room, friends. In this week’s edition, immersion meets advocacy.
The Springfield Art Museum's 99x is back Saturday, turning the Shrine Mosque into a Studio 54-inspired experience of art, fashion, music, and disco. This year's theme, "Smoke & Mirrors," was inspired by Donald Sultan's "Smoke Rings" series. Artists were asked to create installations, or tableaux, that attendees can step inside and experience or contribute to.
We'll also be checking out where art meets activism as we look at Abide in Live, a concert series put on by Cameron and Lori Steele to fundraise for Abide in Love, a Springfield nonprofit that offers support and resources to those detained by ICE at the Greene County Jail.
Immersive art and music with a mission: It’s another diverse week here in The Green Room.
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| Jimmy Rea
Host, Arts News
KSMU 91.1 - FM
Ozarks Public Broadcasting
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The Green Room is sponsored by Springfield Community Gardens
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Casino players at last year’s 99x event. Photo Credit: Andie Mae of Designing Indie
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The Springfield Art Museum’s signature fundraiser returns September 26 with “Smoke & Mirrors,” a Studio 54-inspired night of immersive living art, fashion, music, and disco. We talk with organizers and participating artists about transforming the Shrine Mosque into this year’s experience...read more.
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Guinevere Goodwin performing at last month's Abide in Love concert fundraiser at Moontown Sound. Photo Credit: Cameron Steele
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Cameron and Lori Steele are bringing local musicians together for Abide in Live, a concert series benefiting Abide in Love, a Springfield nonprofit that provides communication, financial assistance, and other support to people detained by ICE in the Greene County Jail. We talk with the Steeles and Abide in Love President Benjamin Beranek about the organization’s work and how live music is helping fund it...read more.
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Arts News on KSMU is your long-standing source for what's happening in the Ozarks arts scene spotlighting local creators, performances, and cultural events every week. Tune in Fridays at 10:00 a.m. on 91.1 FM or stream at KSMU.org or subscribe to the Arts News podcast wherever you get your podcasts. New podcast episodes are released every Friday.
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Roots & Relics: What Treasure Might Be Hiding in Your Home?
What if that painting hanging in your hallway, the watch tucked away in a drawer, or the family heirloom passed down for generations is worth far more than you ever imagined?
On Saturday, October 3, Ozarks Public Television invites you to find out at Roots & Relics, a one-of-a-kind afternoon where history, mystery, and unexpected discoveries come together.
Part treasure hunt, part history lesson, and part live appraisal event, Roots & Relics offers the chance to uncover the stories behind the objects that have traveled through our lives and families. Guests can bring a treasured item for an informal appraisal by experienced specialists in antiques, collectibles, artwork, jewelry, books, memorabilia, and more.
Sometimes the biggest surprise isn't the value. It's the story.
An ordinary-looking object may reveal a fascinating connection to a bygone era. A family keepsake could turn out to be rarer than anyone realized. And yes, there may be a few of those unforgettable moments when an expert delivers the kind of news that leaves everyone asking, "Wait...that's worth how much?"
Even if you don't have an item to bring, Roots & Relics is an event worth experiencing. Watch the discoveries unfold, hear the histories behind unusual artifacts, and enjoy the excitement as experts examine objects whose true significance has been hidden for years.
Whether you're a collector, history enthusiast, PBS fan, or simply curious about what's been sitting in your attic, garage, or family collection, Roots & Relics promises an afternoon filled with surprises.
What story does your treasure tell? And what might it be worth? Every appraisal offers the chance to uncover something unexpected, like the intriguing items already submitted by Roots & Relics attendees below.
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The only question is: What might you discover?
Roots & Relics Saturday, October 3
Noon to 5:00 p.m.
DoubleTree Hotel Convention Center, Springfield
Bring your curiosity. Bring your treasures. You never know what hidden gem might be waiting to be uncovered.
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Studio Live with Jess Balisle and Melissa Rea airs on the 2nd Friday of every month at noon. Tune in at 91.1 FM or stream at KSMU.org for an hour of live music and conversation with talented local artists.
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October 9: Drifters Mile
November 13: Pomfret
December 11: Devlin Pierce
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In the mood to stay in? Queue up one of these videos handpicked by our staff at Ozarks Public Broadcasting, perfect for a night in when you're skipping the scene but still craving culture.
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Sound Field: How the '80s (Almost) Killed the Saxophone. The '80s took the saxophone to a... weird... place. How did Careless Whisper become a meme? And how did the instrument that once defined cool become a punchline? Is there such a thing as an instrument becoming TOO cool?
Joffery Ballet: The Next Movement. Witness five rising choreographers creating world premieres for The Joffrey Ballet’s Winning Works. Under intense pressure, these artists from diverse backgrounds transform their personal stories into bold choreography, shaping ballet’s future.
The Story in Us: What is Happening in La Sierra Tarahumara? This episode follows the Rarámuri families narrative embroidery, showing how, amid violence, and displacement, storytelling turns into a form of remembrance, resistance, and survival.
Austin City Limits: Billy Strings. Three-time Grammy Award-winning bluegrass superstar Billy Strings delivers an electrifying ACL return with highlights from his Grammy-winning album Highway Prayers and acclaimed release So Much for Goodbyes, alongside timeless bluegrass classics.
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These favorites from KSMU and OPT staff are just the beginning. There's a whole world of storytelling, music, documentaries, and local gems waiting on you to dive in and discover at your local public broadcasting station.
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