January 2022

In need of some comic relief? Check out "The Bald Soprano," a play in the theater of the absurd genre at the Warehouse Theatre running Feb. 3-6. Presented by the Stephens College Theatre Department, "The Bald Soprano" was the first…

On Thursday, Jan. 27, from 4-5 p.m., MU Libraries will present a book talk via Zoom with Benjamin Moore, author of The Names of John Gergen, Immigrant Identities in Early Twentieth-Century St. Louis. …

On Saturday, Jan. 29, treat yourself to a stack of 'cakes at the 70th annual Pancake & Sausage Day, presented by Cosmopolitan International Columbia Luncheon & Breakfast Clubs. The drive-thru event will be held from 6 a.m. to 1…

The Discovery Garden Club and the Columbia Public Library will be hosting a Winter Garden Forum via Zoom on Sunday, Jan. 30, from 1:30-3:30 pm. Get inspiration for a new gardening season from two experts. Kelly McGowan, field specialist in…

Considering a career in engineering? Don't miss the spring Mizzou Engineering Career Fair on Thursday, Feb. 3, from noon-4 p.m. at MizzouRec. Whether you're interested in civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical or industrial…

The Mizzou Men's cagers have been burnin' up the court lately! After that really rough one-point loss to Auburn, the Tigers will be more than ready to reload for their next home game against the Florida Gators Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m.…

Don't just sit at home. Head to the Fieldhouse tonight anytime after 7 p.m. for the third annual '80s in Aspen Party! It's so cold it might as well be Colorado, so make the most of it. Suit up in your ski gear and join the rest of the…

The Red Cross blood supply is at its lowest level in more than 10 years. But you can help. Visit Columbia Mall on Friday, Jan. 28, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., during the American Red Cross Blood Drive being held there. The…

The weather couldn't be better for a Chocolate Fest, and Günter Hans is having one Jan. 28-29, starting at 4 p.m. each afternoon. Come cozy up with a mug of boozy hot chocolate and your friends in the Barrel Room at Günter Hans.…

Lessen your stress with a good laugh at Pints & Punchlines, Thursday, Jan. 27, at 8 p.m., at Rose Music Hall. You know the old saying, "Laughter's the best medicine?" Well data is mounting that it's true. According to the…

… kind of. Your words could be worth $500 from Glenn's Cafe! All you have to do is write a review of your favorite Glenn's dishes. You'll be entered into a drawing on Feb. 1 for a chance to win $500! Maybe you're a big fan of one of…

One of Nourish Cafe & Market's favorite events of the year is combining two of its owners' favorite indulgences ... with a twist of Nourish, of course. It’s their biodynamic wine and chocolate truffle tasting! You'll have the chance…

Columbia has a new spot where you can "seas" the day — or at least — the dinner! Hungry Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar opened this past Saturday at 1000 I-70 Drive SW. With four locations in Florida and two more on the way, the eatery's also…

On Sunday, Jan. 30, from 4-5:30 p.m., join Inside Columbia nutrition contributor Chef Kimber Dean at her Nourish Cafe & Market as she teaches you how to meal prep! You'll be making zoodle lasagna, pesto, citrus vinaigrette, cashew…

In sad news, as of the month's end, The Station House at Katfish Katy’s will no longer be operating under Vanessa and Jake Leitza's management. They are unclear what the future has in store for the property at this time. The two posted…

We've confirmed that one of Columbia's popular longtime haunts, Chris McD's Restaurant & Wine Bar, is changing hands. Not a lot of details yet, but we hope to bring you more soon. We do know that Chef Tyler Spurgeon is taking over the…

Now Columbians to the west can more conveniently enjoy the best! We recently got a second location of Peggy Jean's Pies, one of our most dreamy destinations for decadent desserts. Nom nom nom! The new pie palace is located in The Shoppes…

Have you ever thought, "I care about the environment, but I'm just one person! What can I possibly do to help the plants and animals in my community?" Then learn about one of the Environmental Protection Agency's key tools for educating…

As of Jan. 19, the city's COVID tracker/update reported there were 3,298 active COVID cases in Boone County. MU Health Care, Boone Health, Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services and local pharmacies are working together to…

Patty Griffin is among the most consequential singer-songwriters of her generation, a quintessentially American artist whose wide-ranging catalog of work incisively explores the intimate moments and universal emotions that bind us…