Don't Miss the Eclipse Party at Dog Days Bar & Grill!

What do you do when a rare total solar eclipse is coming? The best waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks throws a party, and you should make plans to join us! On Monday, August 21, 2017 from 11 am - 4 pm, Dog Days Bar & Grill is throwing a "Party at the Center of the Universe" to celebrate this awesome natural phenomena. 
  

Party at the Dog
We simply couldn't pass up the chance to make this incredible event one of the epic parties you've come to expect from Dog Days Bar & Grill! We've teamed up with Major Brands and Lens Mart Optical to make it happen from 11-4 pm on Monday, August 21.  

We'll be featuring celestial drink specials with Absolut Vodka, Malibu Rum, and Jameson Irish Whiskey. Music will be provided by the Taz & Dr. Cheese Drum & DJ show to make things even more festive, and we're even providing the special eyewear you need to safely get a gander at the solar eclipse. The specialists from Lens Mart Optical, located in Camdenton & Osage Beach, will be on hand to to answer questions and offer assistance to everyone viewing this awesome sight. 

Total Eclipse of the Sun
This month we will be experiencing a solar eclipse. This happens when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, and the moon blocks the sun from our sight, either partially or completely. Depending on where in the country you are watching from, this will make a difference on whether you see a partial or full solar eclipse. The "path of totality" is a 70 mile wide ribbon that will cross the U.S.A. from west to east. We expect the majority of coverage in our area sometime after 1:00 pm.  

Solar Eclipse Viewing Safety
Dr. Erin Gagnon from Lens Mart Optical gave us some valuable information about how the solar eclipse should properly be viewed. You can follow them on the Lens Mart Facebook page or visit Lensmartoptical.com. 

• Wear approved solar eclipse viewers.
  Regular eyewear is not safe for looking directly at a partially eclipsed sun. You need to be wearing special-purpose solar filters that meet international standard ISO 12312-2 for safe viewing. Special "eclipse glasses" meet these specifications (which we'll have on hand at the Dog Days Eclipse Party!) You risk damaging your eyes if you look at the solar eclipse with only sunglasses, smoked glass, unfiltered telescopes or magnifiers, or polarizing filters. 
• Cover eyes BEFORE looking.
  To make sure that you do not accidentally get a direct view of the solar eclipse, put special eyewear on before turning toward the sun. Once the glasses are securely in place, glance at the sun, but turn your eyes away before removing the eyewear again.  
• Be aware of signs of eye damage. 
  Once the moon has completely covered the sun, this is the only time it may be safe to look up without the glasses, but once it begins reappearing, special eyewear should be replaced immediately. If you have looked into the sun without proper protection, "solar retinopahty" may occur. This is damage to the tissue at the back of your eye, or retina. This damage can be temporary, but in some cases it's permanent. Your retina does not have pain receptors, so be very aware of any changes to your vision, and contact your eye doctor immediately if you are worried. 

Watch With Us!

Amazing experiences like this are always better when you share them with a fun group of people, and that's exactly the type of person that hangs out at our family friendly Lake of the Ozarks waterfront restaurant. Plan to be here when we open at 11:00 am and grab a seat on the deck or chill out in the pool and watch the show from there. This is an event you do not want to miss, which can only be made better by enjoying right here with us at Dog Days Bar & Grill! 

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June at Dog Days has the Canine Cannonball & Amazing Live Music

Dog Days Bar & Grill's June event schedule is packed full of the best live entertainment at the Lake of the Ozarks. We've got incredible musicians filling both our indoor and outdoor stages every Wednesday through Sunday, as well as a favorite annual event - the Canine Cannonball! 

DockDogs Central Midwest Regional Championships

Yep, that's right. Our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront restaurant is where DockDogs crowns the Central Midwest's Regional Champion during our Canine Cannonball. It happens to fall on Father's Day weekend this year, June 17-19, so bring Dad in for both dinner and to see the dogs jump during this exciting family fun event at the Lake of the Ozarks! 

This annual particular event is always fun for the entire family. A jumping pool is set up on the lower level of Dog Days near our docks. Many of the dogs train with their handlers all year to compete in four different categories: Big Air, Speed Retrieve, Extreme Vertical, and Iron Dog. Both amateurs and seasoned pros will be take their turn at these titles.

photo courtesy of Funlake.com 

It doesn't cost anything to watch this awesome event, but donations will be accepted to benefit the Dogwood Animal Shelter, a no-kill shelter in Osage Beach. They will even have a few dogs that are looking for loving homes on site with them.   

You can see a full Canine Cannonball schedule of events on the DockDogs website, as well as information about how you can get your dog involved in the competition. Dog Days will open an hour earlier than usual at 10:00 am on Saturday and Sunday during Canine Cannonball weekend.  

Dog Days June Event Schedule

Canine Cannonball weekend will also feature some amazing musicians. Here is a list of everyone that will be playing throughout the month of June.  

Wednesday, June 8

-Dustin Clark 6-10 pm

Thursday, June 9

-Adrian Bartholomew 6-10 pm

Friday, June 10

-Fun House 6-10 pm 

-DJ Relish 10 pm- 1 am

Saturday, June 11

-Adrian Bartholomew 5-9 pm

-Pearl 10 pm - 1 am

Sunday, June 12

-Steven D. Hunt 6-10 pm

Wednesday, June 15

-Travis Marvin 6-10 pm 

Thursday, June 16

-Travis Marvin 6-10 pm 

Friday, June 17

Canine Cannonball 

-DJ lekTrik 10 pm - 1 am

Saturday, June 18 

Canine Cannonball 

-The Mixtapes 10 pm - 1 am

Sunday, June 19 

Canine Cannonball

-Bennett Rankins Band 6-10 pm

Wednesday, June 22

-Noe Palma 6-10 pm

Thursday, June 23 

-Steven Woolley 6-10 pm

Friday, June 24 

-Mood Ring Circus 6-10 pm

-DJ Tiny 10 pm - 1 am

Saturday, June 25

-Garry Lincoln 1-5pm

-Steven Woolley Band 5-9 pm 

-Boogie Chyld 10 pm - 1 am

Sunday, June 26

-Steven Woolley 6-10 pm

Wednesday, June 29 

-Travis Marvin 6-10 pm

Thursday, June 30 

-Chris Weaver Band 6-10 pm

Get out those calendars now and mark all of the days that you want to join us right here at Dog Days Bar & Grill. We open at 11:00 am, seven days a week to serve up the tastiest food and most delicious drinks. Stop by soon and have some fun with us at the best waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks. 

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The Ride, Drive, & Surf Event is Coming to Dog Days May 21, 2016

Your favorite waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks is hosting another awesome event this weekend. MarineMax will be here with their 2015 Nautique Proving Grounds Tour. Not only will you get the chance to see what this incredible company has to offer while you are at Dog Days Bar & Grill, but you will also be able to try them out from 10 am - 5 pm on Saturday, May 21, 2016.

Excitement on the Water & Free Stuff

The Nautique Proving Grounds Tour gives you the chance to experience all of the exciting things that they have to offer. Be prepared to get behind the wheel and behind the boat! You will have the opportunity to drive or ride, plus you can wakeboard, wakesurf, and ski behind this game changing boat. They will also be giving out free t-shirts, giving away a wakeboard, and registering people for free wakeboard and surf lessons.  

Nautique

Innovation and customer satisfaction are at the core of Nautique. They strive to provide the best possible experience for all of their customers, and this exciting event is just one way that they make that happen. A hands-on experience is the best way to really get a feel for their amazing boats before you buy one of your own. Customer feedback is very important to Nautique, and they can't wait to hear what you think.  

Photo from MarineMax.com 

MarineMax

Over 15 years ago, a group of boat retailers came together to improve the boating industry and get their customers out on the water. By maximizing efficiency of operations while sharing best practices on all aspects of the boating industry with each other, this great idea became a reality. This new approach became MarineMax, all made possible because these people were united by water. 

Photo from MarineMax.com, Lake of the Ozarks

See You Saturday!

If you are the type of person that demand's only the best of the best, then make sure you do not miss this exciting event at Dog Days Bar & Grill. Experience all of the amazing things that Nautique has in store for you and learn how to push your limits on the water. There are many ways to have fun on our lake, and they will show you how. 

Stop by anytime between 10 am - 5 pm on Saturday, May 21, 2016. (Restaurant opens at 11 am.) If you would like to schedule a private appointment, call 573-365-5382 or register online at MarineMax. Get your free t-shirt, sign up for free wakeboard and surf lessons, and even register for your chance to win a wakeboard of your own. 

The best waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to make sure you not only get the best food, drinks, live entertainment, and customer service, but also the opportunity to enjoy the best possible time on our beautiful lake. Have fun at our Ride, Drive, & Surf event with Nautique and MarineMax, then head back up the dock to Dog Days Bar & Grill and let us help you enjoy the rest of your Saturday. Our May Mahi Mega Menu is in full swing. Spontaneous Serendipity hits the stage from 5-9 pm, then Dance Floor Riot performs from 10 pm - 1 am. You will always have an unbelievable weekend when you spend it with us. 

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5 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays at the Lake of the Ozarks

If you think that the Lake area shuts down completely after the summer, you will be happily surprised at all of the fun events happening this winter.  Your favorite waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks may have closed its doors until next Spring, but this town is still full of fun and excitement to entertain you over the holidays.  Here are a few of Dog Days Bar & Grill's favorite ways to celebrate the Christmas season at the Lake of the Ozarks.  

#1 - Get out & get active.

Even though the weather is colder and it is tempting to get cozy under a blanket on the couch and binge watch your favorite shows, don't do it!  At least, not the entire season. There are lots of ways to stay active in the winter at the Lake.

• Jingle Jog 5K

The first in what should become an annual holiday fun-run, is the Jingle Jog for the Tri-County YMCA of the Ozarks.  Call 573-348-9230 to register early for $20, or $25 the day of on Friday, December 11.  You can run or walk the 5K,  or take part in a shorter 2-mile walk.  Santa will be waiting at the finish line with hot cocoa, music, and games.  

• Ice skating

Old Kinderhook in Camdenton has an awesome outdoor ice skating rink, and on the weekends, you may even find Santa and his elves hanging out.  

• Water park

Tan-Tar-A's Timber Falls Water Park lets you enjoy water fun year-round.  Waterslides, a whirlpool, and a lazy river.  If it's too cold to get into the lake, this is a nice alternative.  

• Laser Tag

Running around Lazer Force Lazer Tag in Osage Beach will completely make you forget the cold weather outside.  For a competitive day of action, this is a great place to go.  

#2 - Take in a show.

There are a lot of chances for you to get out and enjoy some amazing live entertainment this holiday seasons.  Here are just a few:

• Lake Area Community Orchestra & Chorale

The Lake Arts Council's calendar is filled with lots of entertaining events, including many holiday performances throughout the entire month of December from both the orchestra and chorale.  

• Main Street Music Hall

For an incredible evening full of Christmas music and comedy, get tickets for Main Street Music Hall's 2015 holiday show.  For the full schedule and ticket information, call 573-348-9500 or visit www.lakemusichall.com.    

• The Nutcracker Ballet

The Royal Theatre in Verailles is presenting this Christmas classic on December 11 & 12 at 7 pm.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3-18.  Call 573-378-6226 for more details.  

#3 - Enjoy the holiday decorations.

You are sure to see holiday beauty everywhere that you look.  Here are a few highlights to check out.  

• Lake Ozark Christmas Parade & Lake Holiday Bonfire

The annual "Christmas Magic" parade will be making its way across the Bagnell Dam Strip on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 1 pm.  Afterwards, at 4:30 pm, Santa's caravan will be leaving Eagle's Landing and heading back below the dam for the Lake Holiday Bonfire featuring hot chocolate, coffee, and refreshments for the entire family.  

• Holiday Lights in Osage Beach

The Osage Beach City Park is a perfect place to begin your holiday light-watching cruise around the area.  There are also many beautiful displays along Osage Beach Parkway in addition to the park itself.  

• Holiday Lights in Laurie

St. Patrick's Festival of Lights is going on until January 1, 2016 from 6 pm - 9 pm every evening, and is free and open to the public.  The Enchanted Village of Lights at the Laurie Fairgrounds is also lit up nightly starting at 5 pm.  It is also free, but all donations collected will be used to make it even bigger and better next year.    

• Holiday Lights from the water

Celebration Cruises is hosting the 5th Annual Deck the Docks tour showcasing all of the beautiful holiday decorations seen from the lake.  There are lots of gorgeous displays on docks and lakefront homes all around the area.  Cruises are $25 per person, and the proceeds benefit the Dogwood Animal Shelter.  Live entertainment is donated by local musicians and delicious appetizers are donated from area restaurants.  This fills up fast, so reserve your tickets early.  


#4 - Go to a party.  

• Christmas For Kids

Most of the area residents have been looking forward to this favorite Lake of the Ozarks annual holiday event since last year.  Sunday, December 13, bring a new, unwrapped toy and $20 (or no toy & $40) to the Country Club Hotel & Spa in Lake Ozark.  This year they are trying to help at least 1800 children in the local area enjoy their Christmas. There will be a silent auction, hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and live music from both Shawn C. and Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters.  For more information or to become a table sponsor, visit the Lake Area Christmas For Kids website.  

• Wobbly Boots New Year's Eve Party

Wobbly Boots Roadhouse is going to feature one of Dog Days Bar & Grill's favorite bands this New Year's Eve - Funhouse!  They will begin playing around 9 pm so you can dance your way into 2016.  Keep an eye on the Wobbly Boots Roadhouse page for more details about the awesome specials they are planning for the night too.  

#5 - Throw a party of your own.  

Invite a bunch of your friends and family over to your place this season and host a big bash of your own!  Don't worry about the cooking though, because the Barrett Restaurant Group's catering at the Lake of the Ozarks has that part covered.  Simply give us a call to talk over the type of menu you would like to serve, and we'll cook it up and deliver it directly to your party.  If you need a spot to entertain, we might be able to help you out with that at one of our sister restaurants.  Let us know what you need and we'll do our best to make sure that it happens.  


See, tons of fun, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.  The Lake of the Ozarks is an awesome place to be, no matter what time of year it is.  Wherever you end up, and however you choose to celebrate, the Dog Days Bar & Grill's family would like to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!    

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Dog Days is FULL OF FUN in June

If you've been to Dog Days Bar and Grill, you already know why people say we're the best waterfront bar and restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks, but we can do more than just fill your belly.  June is a perfect example of the excitement there is to have here. Our June events at the Lake of the Ozarks schedule is packed full of both fun and variety.  

Hopefully all of you were here last night for our first chance at hosting the 11th Annual White Party that we inherited from our sister restaurant at the Lake, Shorty Pants Lounge.  Facebook should be packed with pics from that as soon as everyone recovers!  

CANINE CANNONBALL

Next up is our family fun event that is another Lake of the Ozarks favorite - The Annual Dock Dogs Canine Cannonball.  You will see both amateur and professional dogs from all over the country compete to see who can jump the best in various categories.  Three impressive days of competition June 12, 13, & 14, 2015.  Do you think you've got a dog that can out-jump the rest?  www.dockdogs.com has all of the rules and details.     

FATHER'S DAY

Sunday, June 21 celebrates Dads everywhere.  Sure, this isn't only a Dog Days event, but definitely one worth recognizing.  We know you & Dad will have a great day together if you spend at least part of it right here with us.  

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS POKER RUN

The 8th Annual Support Our Troops Poker Run is happening at the Lake of the Ozarks on June 26.  To date, over $100,000 has been raised to assist our brave troops overseas and the families that they leave behind.  There are 11 stops along the route.  Dog Days is the final stop where you will turn in your cards anytime between 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, and we are hosting the awesome after-party from 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm.  You can find out how to participate and all other details at www.lakeozarkspokerrun.com        

LIVE MUSIC   

Last, but certainly not least, is Dog Days impressive live music schedule.  You can hear the best live music at the Lake of the Ozarks every Wednesday through Sunday this June on our two stages.  Our website has the full, updated list.  If any changes are made to the lineup, you will find them there.  On schedule this month are Funhouse, Pearl, Dr. Cheese, and the Mixtapes to name just a few.  A little something for just about every musical taste.  

Dog Days has got a little bit of something for everyone this month.  Join us for lunch or dinner, hang out at the bar, and dance the night away at the best waterfront bar and restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks.  Come back for each of our exciting events, and stay tuned for even more fun in July. 

 

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