Rainbow Families is GLO's youth outreach program for families with kids aged 11 & under. A variety of events are held throughout the year, both at the GLO Center and off-site, to provide families a chance to get to know each other and have fun together.
For more information and to find out about upcoming events, email us at:
What: For September, we will be discussing “The Satanic Verses” by Salman Rushdie. It was published in 1988 and was viewed as blasphemy, leading to a fatwa against Rushdie by the Supreme Leader of Iran, resulting in several assassination attempts.
When: Sunday, September 13 @ 12PM – 1:30PM
Where: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO
What:This is a free event for youth, and discounted tickets will be available for family members/guardians who wish to tag along. Permission slips are REQUIRED to attend. GLO must receive your signed permission slip by 9/11.
When: Sunday, September 13 @ 1PM – 3PM
Where: Dickerson Park Zoo – 1401 W Norton Rd, Springfield, MO 65803
What: Each month, we’ll open our doors to provide helpful resources and connect our community with trusted partners and services.
When: Monday, September 14 @ 5:15PM – 8PM
Where: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO
