August 21 - Beginning Machine Sewing
Please call Columbia Parks and Recreation at 573-874-7460 to pre-register. Saturdays during Aug 21-Sept 11, 2-4pm, ages 12-adult, $39, Stephens Lake Activity Center, 2311 E. Walnut
Phoenix Programs Inc. New Location now Open
Phoenix Programs Inc. is now open at their new location, for more information contact Deborah Beste or Jarin Wood at 573-875-8880 or visit www.phoenixprogramsin.org or www.recoverymonth.org September is recognized as the National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month.
Susan G Komen Fundraiser
"Drink to Pink" is a fundraiser for the Susan G Komen Foundation. For the ladies there will be mini mani-pedis and chair massages. For the men, there is the The "King of the Backyard" Bar-B-Que competition. The events will be held September 11, 2010 at Seven Springs Winery in Linn Creek. 10% of the proceeds go to breast cancer research. For more information, please call 573-317-0100.
September 4 - Teen Garage Band Bash
Columbia Parks and Recreation, Public Works and the Youth Community Coalition are throwing a "back to school" band bash. Different area teen bands will be jamming throughout the evening with rockin' tunes. Contact Erin at 874-6341 for more information. This event will take place from 7-10 pm at the top of 6th and Cherry Street Parking Garage. There is a $2 fee.
September 5 - Our Lady of the Snows Parish Picnic
Adults $9 and Children 6-12 $6 for Roast beef and Fried Chicken! There will be crafts, kids games, and many other fun activites! This event is in Mary's House, MO. at our lady of the Snows. Make sure to stop by between 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
September 7 - Pooch Plunge
Finish off the 'dog days' of summer! The pool (sorry no slides) is open for dogs and must be accompanied by an adult! Dogs swim only! Owners are responsible for cleaning up an accidents. Dog and owner must be pre-registered to participate - there is limited space! Friendly dogs only please! Call 874-7460 for more information or to pre-register. This event cost $4 per dog and will be at the Oakland Family Aquatic Center. It will be on September 7 from 6-7:30 pm.
September 7 & 8 - 'Art of Murder' Auditions
Be a part of the act with Columbia Entertainment Company: Your Community Theatre. Auditions for the murder mystery thriller 'Art of Murder' will be help in the 3rd floor gym at First Baptist Church on East Broadway on September 7th & 8th at 7pm.
September 9 - Junior Tae Kwon Do
Thurs, Sept 9-Oct 14, 6-7pm, ages 5-6 yrs, $37, Stephens Lake Activity Center, 2311 E Walnut (back entrance). Pre-registration is required for all classes sponsored by Columbia Parks and Recreation, so please call, 573-874-7460.
September 10 - Movies in the Park
Come check out the Movie in the Park, Friday September 10 at 7:45pm Cars the movie will be showing at Flat Branch Park. Cost is $1 per person and children 12 and under are free. Concessions are availible and make sure to bring your blanket or lawn chair.
September 11 - Mizzou Tailgate
Listen to this station for information on how and where to get your tailgate passes. Doors open at 3:30pm and close at 6pm, ending at kick-off.
September 11 & 12 - MS Society
The new Columbia office will provide support for Bike MS, the Gateway Area Chapter's largest fundraising event of the year. This event will be held at the Boone County Fairgrounds on September 11-12, 2010. There will be an opportunity for more than 3,000 cyclists ro raise over $2.4 million to support the Chapter's services and fund critical research for treatments and a cure for MS. The office is located at 4816 Santana Circle in Columbia and will assist close to 1,000 people living with MS in central Missouri. The new office will provide a base for the Chapter's advocacy activities in Jefferson City. For more information on multiple sclerosis, the services the National MS Society offers, or volunteer opportunities, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit gatewayMSsociety.org.
September 14 - Ante Up For Hepatitis C
Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance is hosting a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament series at Jack's on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30. The flop is a $30.00 buy in contribution, door prizes will be given and the top 9 players each month receive a payout. You can win a champion bracelet and a two night stay in a 4 star hotel in St. Louis. All proceeds will support the misson of the Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance to create awareness, provide education, detection and prevention of Hepatitis C, the leading cause of liver cancer. Tournaments will be held at Jack's Gourmet Restaurant on 1903 Business Loop. For more information contact Bruce Burkett at MO Hepatitis C Alliance at 573-442-6599.
September 15 - Family Fun Fest
Free entertainment for the entire family, come to Flat Branch Park from 6pm to 8pm. Free music, art activities, bounce houses, balloon animals, hands-on activities and face painting.
September 18 - Sugar Grove Fall Festival
Sugar Grove MCB will be having a Fall Festival on Saturday, September 18, 2010. The festival will highlight a hog roast and carnival activities for the entire family along with a bake sale, fine arts and crafts sale. (Advance tickets will be available)
Anyone interested in a booth for the fine arts and crafts, please contact Marcus at 573-356-7545 or Linda at 573-777-2457. Booth applications are available now and the postmark deadline is July 1. Accepted artwork includes fine art (oil, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media and sculpture), International and traditional crafts, and lastly, only artists displaying original artwork or crafts are eligible to participate. No stand-in exhibitors, dealers, or agents will be permitted without permission from SGMBC Festival Committee.
Feel free to contact Linda Lee at 573-777-2457 with questions.
September 18 - Mizzou Tailgate
Listen to this station for information on how and where to get your tailgate passes. Doors open at 3:30pm and close at 6pm, ending at kick-off.
September 18 & 19 - Annual Heritage Festival and Craft Show
Visitors will be taken back to the traditions of the past. Listen, learn, and see history as it comes alive. See artisans and tradesmen dressed in 19th century attire demonstrating their trades and selling their wares. A large contemporary handmade craft area will also be featured.
Enjoy entertainment on three stages including music, dancing and storytelling. Saturday Evening Ghost Stories (8-9:30 pm) are sponsored by the Mid-Missouri Organization Storytellers. Tour the Historic Maplewood Home and the Walter’s Boone County Historical Museum. Great food and a beautiful park setting will make the Heritage Festival a family tradition!
For more information, call 874-7460.
September 24 - Mizzou Tailgate
Listen to this station for information on how and where to get your tailgate passes. Doors open at 10:30pm and close at 1pm, ending at kick-off.
October 12 - Ante up for Hepatitis C
Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance is hosting a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament series at Jack's on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30. The flop is a $30.00 buy in contribution, door prizes will be given and the top 9 players each month receive a payout. You can win a champion bracelet and a two night stay in a 4 star hotel in St. Louis. All proceeds will support the misson of the Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance to create awareness, provide education, detection and prevention of Hepatitis C, the leading cause of liver cancer. Tournaments will be held at Jack's Gourmet Restaurant on 1903 Business Loop. For more information contact Bruce Burkett at MO Hepatitis C Alliance at 573-442-6599.
November 9 - Ante up for Hepatitis C
Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance is hosting a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament series at Jack's on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30. The flop is a $30.00 buy in contribution, door prizes will be given and the top 9 players each month receive a payout. You can win a champion bracelet and a two night stay in a 4 star hotel in St. Louis. All proceeds will support the misson of the Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance to create awareness, provide education, detection and prevention of Hepatitis C, the leading cause of liver cancer. Tournaments will be held at Jack's Gourmet Restaurant on 1903 Business Loop. For more information contact Bruce Burkett at MO Hepatitis C Alliance at 573-442-6599.
December 14 - Ante Up for Hepatitis C
Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance is hosting a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament series at Jack's on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30. The flop is a $30.00 buy in contribution, door prizes will be given and the top 9 players each month receive a payout. You can win a champion bracelet and a two night stay in a 4 star hotel in St. Louis. All proceeds will support the misson of the Missouri Hepatitis C Alliance to create awareness, provide education, detection and prevention of Hepatitis C, the leading cause of liver cancer. Tournaments will be held at Jack's Gourmet Restaurant on 1903 Business Loop. For more information contact Bruce Burkett at MO Hepatitis C Alliance at 573-442-6599.