Spappy, if you are in that area check out the Pioneer Museum in Golden, MO, not far from RR/ (http://www.americanbell.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=4928), not to far from The Office, a nice bar/restaurant, with family atmosphere. Also check out the Big M Marina (http://www.bigmmarina.com/), if you want a decent sandwich right on the lake (Table Rock). They also have a nice COE campground, although we haven't stayed there.
Eureka Springs is about 20 miles away for an interesting afternoon of little & over priced shops.
Enjoy!