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True/False Film Festival Announces 2024 Lineup

Thirty-one new feature films, 25 new shorts and three films playing in a retrospective program were announced yesterday on True/False Film Fest’s Facebook page. This year’s festival theme is The Human Paradox and films range from films like “As the Tide Comes In” about a Danish island struggling to survive due to climate change, to […]

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Beloved Fluffybutt Cookies To Close Soon

In a social media post on Tuesday, Feb. 6, Fluffybutt Cookies announced its last day will be on Feb. 29. According to the post, the business plans on taking orders up to its last day. “It’s been a pleasure to make cookies for you the past 13 years. I guess 13 is Taylor Swift’s lucky […]

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The Quarry Closes Unexpectedly

On Tuesday, Jan. 30, The Quarry, a beloved bar in Columbia, permanently closed its doors. According to a post on their Facebook website, “Those of us at the Quarry want to thank all of our amazing customers over the years for your continued support. Unfortunately, we will be closing our doors effective immediately. Please continue […]

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Paint the Town Travels to Shakespeare’s Pizza – South

Pizza and painting combine brilliantly when Paint the Town visits Shakespeare’s Pizza – South at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. For $35 per painter, you receive all of the acrylic paints, a stretch canvas and step-by-step instructions for a winter highland cow creation. Reserve your seat by visiting Paint the Town’s website.

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Wild & Scenic Film Festival Kicks Off Festival Season in Columbia

The Missouri Coalition for the Environment is hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival from 1-4:30 p.m. Sunday at The Blue Note. These short films explore matters regarding climate change, preserving natural spaces and protecting wildlife. The festival is a national event hosted by different organizations. According to MCE’s website, they are “Missouri’s independent, citizens’ […]

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CoMo Preservation Hosts Networking and Discussion Event Tonight

Do you love Columbia architecture and want to network with like-minded individuals? At 6 p.m. tonight, join CoMo Preservation at Shakespeare’s Pizza – South. Learn how to get involved in the group by attending events, raising awareness and more. All ideas are welcome as well, such as walking tour options, sponsorships, working with local businesses […]

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Spend Your Friday Laughing At Pints & Punchlines

If you’re looking for an easy date night idea or to spend your Friday night laughing with friends, Pints & Punchlines is for you! This all ages event returns at 9 p.m. tomorrow at The Blue Note. Tickets are $5 for general admission and $10 for table seats. Doors open at 8 p.m. To purchase […]

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Puppies and Plants Come Together at Helmi’s Gardens

A collaboration with Second Chance and Helmi’s Gardens brings the event Second Chance and Serotonin at 11 a.m. Saturday. Get a serotonin boost and snuggle some pups at Helmi’s while also perusing the plants. Take home a pup, plant or both! For more information and directions, see their Facebook event page.

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Just Love Coffee Cafe Hosts Paint Your Own Ice Coffee Tumbler

COMO Creative Traveling Art Parties and Just Love Coffee Cafe are hosting an artistic night for you to come and customize your own iced coffee tumbler. Starting at t 6 p.m. Friday, grab a friend and pay $45 to decorate two tumblers, or come solo and paint both at the Battle Crossing location of Just […]

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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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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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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. […]