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On Saturday, Jan. 22, at 9 a.m., join other runners and enjoy a morning on Rhett’s Run at Cosmo Park. This 4.3-mile trail run will take racers through the scenic twists and turns of this hilly, well-maintained single track…

On Monday, Jan. 17, walk to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a Candlelight Walk And Memorial Celebration in his name. The walk will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the basement of the Armory Sports Center, and proceed to the Memorial…

If stopping smoking was one of your resolutions, check out Quit Now Classes from the Ellis Fischel Cancer Center. Classes are available online for free and take place every other Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Using tobacco in…

Dream of starting a small business? Get practical advice from a pro who knows: Jessie Yankee, director of the Missouri Women's Business Center (MOWBC) at a free seminar Tuesday, Jan.11, from 6-7:30 p.m. The class will be held in the…

The Columbia Public Library announced it will be closing for a technology update Jan. 11-13. Curbside pickup, online chat, outreach services and the bookmobile will continue as usual during the closure. According to a news release, the new…

If your Christmas included trimming a real tree, then you'll be glad to hear how you go about disposing of it. No, the city can't help you with all those niggling needles you'll keep finding for months, but otherwise you can easily be…

Generous mid-Missourians contributed $5,347 and 2,000 pounds of food when they attended the Santa's Work Crew Light Show. The second annual event, featuring festively-lit construction machines, was held at EquipmentShare's corporate…

… or the left. It really doesn't matter. Gather your friends and family and head out on a First Day Hike at a Missouri state park. Mid-Missourians are fortunate to be blessed with many scenic spots for hiking (and helping us work off…

Start your New Year's Eve off with a delicious dinner entrée or the surf 'n' turf New Year's Eve special at the Blufftop Bistro at Les Bourgeois. If you'd rather stay in that night, check out the Bistro's New Year’s Brunch from…

Parking will be free at all downtown parking meters and inside all city parking garages this weekend. When using a parking garage Friday through Sunday, patrons without a permit patrons can park in any hourly or permit…

Ring in the new year at The Blue Note's annual "DECADANCE" bash starting at 7 p.m. Dance to the tunes of Columbia's most-recognized DJ, Requiem, while celebrating the start of 2022. Consider this party an official Blue Note tradition, since…

Logboat Brewing Co.'s spectacular free Candy Cane Crib light display can still be enjoyed from the comfort of your car from now until the end of the year. Hours are from 4:30-12 a.m. daily. Or, you can stop in for a brew or two. Have you…

On Sunday, Dec. 26, from 10-11 a.m. or 6-7 p.m., take part in a sensory-friendly kitty conclave at Papa's Cat Café. This event's being held in partnership with the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Your…

Everyone is welcome at one of two Christmas Eve Candlelight Services at Christian Fellowship Church. At either 5 or 6:30 p.m., come sing Christmas carols, hear an inspirational message and light candles. These are great services for…

Although many Columbia light displays are over, you can still enjoy a drive-thru light park in Jefferson City. The Capital City Festival of Lights is open from 6 to 9 p.m. (except on Monday) now through the end of the year. All $20 (per…