Construction on the new CoMo Cooks shared kitchen has officially started. The kitchen has been temporarily located on Walnut Street while the permanent location gets built on the Business Loop. The Loop says the new space is a 3200-square-foot street-level space located at 14 Business Loop 70 E. The expanded kitchen will have several cooking […]
Students and community members who enjoy the Mizzou Rec Complex are preparing for a new outdoor fitness space to take over Truman Pond. In July, Mizzou Rec announced the new outdoor facility, saying there were many maintenance issues with Truman Pond. Another factor was the desire to have something that could be open to members […]
As Missouri weather starts to cool down a bit, it’s the perfect time to grab your family and friends and enjoy an outdoor movie for a good cause. This Friday, Restoration Chiropractic is hosting its third annual movie night in the parking lot to show Disney’s 1998 “The Parent Trap.” Along with the movie, there […]
It is officially August, and that means it is time for First Friday. Set for 6-9 p.m. Friday, the free gallery crawl is held on the first Friday of each month, with live music, art and entertainment going on throughout the North Village Arts District. Participating venues include the Sager Reeves Gallery, Fretboard Coffee, Curations […]
After two years, the Coyote Hill Pancake Breakfast is back but with an added twist. On Saturday, starting at 8 a.m., anyone attending the pancake breakfast can also participate in a pickleball tournament. It costs $5 to enjoy the pancakes from 8-11 a.m. In order to participate in the pickleball tournament, teams of two must […]
We can all agree Columbia has experienced some overwhelming heat this summer, but have you ever wondered what areas are the hottest? This Friday, people are welcome to participate in a one-day community science project hosted by the city of Columbia Office of Sustainability. Show Me the Heat: Columbia Heat Map 2022 is scheduled for […]
This weekend, people will have the chance to celebrate Yellow Dog Bookshop’s 9th birthday. From 10 a.m.– 6 p.m Saturday. anyone is welcome to stop by the birthday bash at Yellow Dog. Starting at 10 a.m. until sold out, there will be surprise book bags available, each with a different theme. From noon-2 p.m. there […]
A new group has been founded with a mission to stop or slow the destruction of historic buildings, increase public awareness of the importance and existence of Columbia’s history, and salvage and sell historic materials. The Historic Preservation Alliance of Columbia held its first meeting in June and will work with Columbia’s existing resources including […]
This weekend, people will have a chance to get their car washed to benefit rescued dogs. The car wash fundraiser, hosted by Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue, is from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at First presbyterian Church, 16 Hitt St. in Columbia. Anyone is welcome to bring their car, enjoy a wash and benefit the furry friends […]
Tonight, anyone is welcome to participate in trivia at Günter Hans European Pub & Café. Seating starts at 6:30 p.m. tonight, with trivia from 7-9 p.m. In order to participate, people will have to pay a $5 deposit per ticket, however it will be refunded once you arrive. At most people can have six participants on […]
The District’s annual Dog Days Sidewalk Sale is back starting today and sticking around all weekend long. Businesses in downtown Columbia will be putting items on sale on the sidewalks outside their stores at discounted prices. Parking in downtown garages will be free after 5 p.m. the entire weekend. For more information, visit the Dog […]
Southern Boone Learning Garden is planning a dinner fundraiser this weekend. On Saturday, the Dine in the Dirt dinner will be from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Learning Garden (behind the primary school). It will include a locally sourced dinner served using its very own garden-grown vegetables. Tickets are $25 per person, $15 for children 12 […]
After more than a decade being a part of the downtown Columbia art scene, Dogwood Artist Workspace & Gallery will be closing at the end of the month. The gallery announced last month, that the lease for the space in the alley south of Walnut Street was terminating at the end of May, as there have […]
This weekend is the start of the 2022 Show-Me State Games in Columbia. The Show-Me State Games, a nonprofit program hosted by the University of Missouri, seeks to provide all Missourians the opportunity to participate in activities of health, fitness, family and fun. Week one of the games starts on Friday and runs through Sunday. […]
This weekend, yoga and puppy lovers will have a chance to experience both at Summits Hot Yoga in Columbia. From 3-4 p.m. Sunday, people of all ages can do yoga while puppies roam the room, all for a good cause. The proceeds from the event will go to Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue. Tickets are $25 […]
The third annual Kay Brothers’ Summer Fish Fry is kicking off this weekend at Rose Music Hall. Doors open on Saturday at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 6 p.m. This year, the fish fry is featuring Logboat’s Critter Creek IPA, as well as fried catfish, gator tail, a swamp platter, cajun tacos, hushpuppies, […]
Next week, local activists are gathering to discuss creating safe streets for everyone. On Wednesday, Local Motion is hosting CoMo Livable Streets Happy Hour from 5-7 p.m. at Waves Cider Company. The Livable Streets project is designed to transform the transportation system in Columbia in order to benefit everyone. On Wednesday, people are encouraged to […]
A new concert series is making its way to the Boone County History & Culture Center. Starting this Friday “Storytellers,” a new series of intimate performances held in the Montminy Gallery right next to Blind Boone’s piano, is kicking off with Pat Kat of the Kay Brothers and MK Ultra. The reception starts at 6 […]
This weekend, community members are invited to cool off and learn about animals at a water festival at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park. On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon, families will be able to take part in several activities including taking a guided tour of Connor’s Cave, catching animals in a stream, playing with […]
This weekend, wine connoisseurs will have the chance to sample and purchase Les Bourgeois Vineyards’ newest wines. On Saturday from 3-6 p.m., Les Bourgeois will be releasing three new wines from its 2022 Collector’s Series Wine, and showcasing artwork from the winners of the Collector’s Series Wine Label Art Competition. The wine release and art […]
