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Girls Pint Out Returns with a Night at Logboat Brewing

Back in action after a year hiatus, Columbia Girls Pint Out is returning from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Logboat Brewing Co. The event is open to all women who enjoy craft beer and potentially are looking to make new friends in the community. The Girls Pint Out organization is a non-profit started in 2010, with […]

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The Shops at Sharp End Celebrate Their Grand Opening

Come celebrate the grand opening of The Shops at Sharp End from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday. The opening will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and remarks at 4:15 p.m. where refreshments and snacks will also be available. Central Missouri Community Action, Columbia REDI and The District came together in collaboration with the retail incubator. The Shops […]

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Crushed Red Closes in Columbia

After years of serving salads, pizzas and more in Columbia, Crushed Red has made the decision to permanently close its doors. According to a post on Facebook, Crushed Red permanently closed in January, but it might not be forever. “We unfortunately had to close up shop in Columbia for now,” the post says. “We hope […]

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Belly Market & Rotisserie Unveils Innovative Dinner and Bar Program

Belly Market & Rotisserie, formerly Hoss’s Market, is starting a new era with its Dinner and Bar Program. Co-owners Benjamin Hamrah and Amanda Elliot opened Belly Market in July of 2022 in south Columbia and have since spent time learning about the community surrounding the business. “We knew we wanted to make our own mark […]

New Culinary Oasis Coming to Downtown Columbia

A new Italian restaurant with New York flare is coming to downtown Columbia. Endwell Taverna will feature handcrafted pizza, pasta and craft cocktails. The new culinary spot, which is a collaboration between NYC Chef Ted Cianciosi and Bryan Maness, chef and owner of Ozark Mountain Biscuit & Bar, will be located at 107 N. 9th […]

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Les Bourgeois Vineyards Invites All to Rewards Program Dinner

With seasonal offerings and delicious wine pairings, The Blufftop at Rocheport hosts a Rewards Program Dinner open to all current reward members and those who are interested in becoming members. At 5 p.m. Sunday, attendees can attend the cocktail hour, which moves into a three-course meal at 6 p.m. Food will be from local vendors […]

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New Reading Series To Host Novelists, Poets and More Tonight

Bringing a new reading series to the North Village Arts District is Serendipity Salon and Spa. From 7-9 p.m. tonight, join the community in listening to novelist Darren Dean and poet Aliki Barnstone read from their respective works. Readings start at 7:30 p.m. with Dean and Barnstone each reading for 30 minutes with a brief […]

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Fringe Western Wear Hosts A Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up

If you’re looking to hop on the permanent jewelry trend, Saturday is your day! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fringe Western Wear will bring a permanent jewelry stand including silver and gold chains in many different styles, colors and sizes. The pop-up will also include hand-strung Navajo pearls. Find more information by visiting their […]

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Plume Celebrates National Popcorn Day on Tuesday

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, join Plume in celebrating National Popcorn Day! The store will be selling large bags of GOPO Gourmet Popcorn as buy two get one free. One large back costs $8.79. To grab your bags of popcorn, get to Plume early before they sell out! They are not accepting pre-orders […]

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KT Diamond Jewelers Looking to Buy Estate Jewelry and More

Today and Friday bring your estate jewelry, watches, gold, coins, silver, etc. to KT Diamond Jewelers. The business staff will evaluate what you bring in and give you an offer to purchase each piece. Visit them until 5 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. For more information, visit their Facebook event […]

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Acola Coffee Renovates to Include eat.crepe.love

Throughout the next several weeks, Acola Coffee will be undergoing some renovations as they prepare to add eat.crepe.love to their space. Eat.crepe.love is a mobile crêpe catering business from Jefferson City. They make both sweet and savory crêpes to enjoy. To find more information on when the renovations will finish and you can dine on […]

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Free Magazine Day to be Hosted by Columbia Public Library

If you love magazines, head to the Columbia Public Library for their Free Magazine Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m Saturday. The annual event will include numerous magazines from 2022. Publications for both adults and children are available at a first come first served basis. For more information on the day, see their Facebook […]

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John Baker to Retire from Community Foundation of Central Missouri

The Community Foundation of Central Missouri announced the retirement of its executive director, John Baker Jan. 4. Baker is leaving his position after 13 years and says he will miss his wonderful coworkers the most. “I will miss meeting with and working beside so many terrific people who work in the non-profit sector and donors […]

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Ronald McDonald Welcomes Dynamic Trio to Board of Directors

Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Mid-Missouri is excited to announce the appointment of three distinguished individuals to its Board of Directors. Christina Devine, compliance director at Boone County Family Resources; Desiree Reed-Francois, director of athletics at the University of Missouri; and Keri Simon, chief hospital operations officer at MU Health Care, bring a wealth of […]

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Endeavor Agency Names New Vice President of Business Development

In a significant development for Endeavor Agency, Inc., Brian Spielbauer was appointed as the new Vice President of Business Development on Jan. 4. Tasked with steering the agency’s new client acquisition endeavors, Spielbauer is set to play a pivotal role in shaping innovative business development processes, providing comprehensive training to the growing team and overseeing […]

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xTreme Bar Bingo Takes Place Tonight

Gear up for a night of thrills with xTreme Bar Bingo at Dive Bar from 7-9 p.m. tonight! Join and fight for the fantastic prize by being the first to mark off numbers into the coveted X. You can find more information on tonight’s games by going to Dive Bar’s Facebook event here.

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The Blue Note and Logboat Brewing Present MO Country Fest

Cowboy boots and hats are not required, but we recommend them while attending the Missouri Country Fest starting at 8 p.m. Friday. MO Fest presents different genres of music over multiple weekends at The Blue Note and Rose Music Hall. Enjoy Travis Feutz and the Stardust Cowboys, Forrest McCurren, Matt Jordan and Todd Day Wait. […]

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Take Your Date to Access Arts’ Pottery Date Night

Access Arts is providing a fun Friday date night for those couples not afraid to get a little muddy. With a date or friend, you can make a hand-thrown creation from 6-8 p.m. Friday. Materials are provided along with skilled instructors to guide you and your partner along the process. You can bring your own […]

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Cafe Berlin Invites Brainiacs for an Evening of Trivia Delight

Get ready for another round of Geeks Who Drink at Cafe Berlin. From 7-9 p.m. tonight join in for two hours of free trivia, drink specials and food. Geeks Who Drink limits the total number of players on your team to six. Winners will receive prizes for coming out on top. Food will be served […]

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Vault Releases New Strawberry Cocktail

Vault, located in voco The Tiger Hotel, has introduced a new star to its lineup – the strawberry switchblade. The bold infusion of strawberries and a hint of sharpness, represented by the symbolic sword, creates a refreshing yet daring combination. According to the post on Instagram, “This is one you won’t want to miss.” Vault […]