For those racers looking for older competition, look no further. Hexagon Alley is hosting an adults-only Lego Racer Derby from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday. All racers at least 21 years old, whether beginner or experienced, are welcome. This derby is in partnership with Parker’s Brick Build. Tickets to enter the derby are $25, which gets […]
The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine hosts the 37th annual Gentle Doctor Benefit at 5 p.m. Saturday at the Holiday Inn Expo Center. This year’s event theme is Bright Future and will include a social hour, dinner, silent auction and live auction, along with multiple raffles. The silent auction opened Tuesday. The night […]
Join in for a ribbon-cutting event at Stephens College as Ambassadors commemorate the opening of The Center of Excellence for Veterans Success. This celebration is from 10:30-11 a.m. on April 12 and it marks a milestone in supporting veterans’ successes and transitions into civilian life. Contact reception@columbiamochamber.com, call 573-874-1132 or visit business.columbiamochamber.com for more information […]
Photo by Services for Independent Living Services for Independent Living is inviting you to celebrate its Grand Re-Opening party at its new location. Join in from 4:30-6:00 p.m. on April 30 at 1905 W Ash St. for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception. This public event marks an exciting milestone as SIL moves to its new […]
Presented by Achieve Balance Chiropractic, the Small Business of the Year Alumni Reception on April 23 promises an evening of celebration and networking. Join in from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Boone County Historical Society for an invite-only event that honors the 2024 Small Business of the Year finalists while fostering connections among alumni and newcomers. […]
Start your Easter festivities early by heading to Pierpont General Store for their Third Annual Easter at Pierpont event on Saturday. From noon to 3 p.m., enjoy events for the whole family, including face painting and a visit from the Easter Bunny, as well as bottomless mimosas for those age 21 and up. The event […]
Say cheese! Carrie from Graze brings her artistry to Plume, teaching how to arrange a charcuterie board in the Art of Charcuterie Workshop. Thursday, April 4, learn delicious meat and cheese pairings, other ingredients to add and how to make your charcuterie boards for the right occasions. The workshop is 6:30-8 p.m. Tickets are $69 […]
Join The Burney Sisters for one last Columbia hurrah during their Farewell Show at Rose Music Hall on Sunday, April 7. The show is all-ages and starts at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 if purchased in advance and $12 at the door. The sisters, Emma, 16, and Bella, 14, […]
On Monday, April 8, mid-Missouri will experience a total solar eclipse similar to the eclipse in August 2017. Columbia will see approximately 94% coverage of the sun by the moon from 1:53-2:02 p.m. If you’re interested in experiencing full-totality, you can travel south of Jefferson City or St. Louis, as well as the Bootheel. According […]
Mark your social calendar for Sunday, March 17 — St. Patrick’s Day! As this year, the day falls on a weekend, bars and restaurants in Columbia’s downtown have deals all weekend long. Here’s a round-up of a few. A few bars and restaurants on North Ninth Street are continuing their annual tradition of hosting a […]
A new, free workforce development program is coming to Stephens College in April. The Women in Trades program looks to bridge the current gap of women in high-earning trades, such as carpentry, transportation and construction. As Stephens College’s website states, “Fewer than 15% of skilled workers in high-demand trades are women.” The program was announced […]
From 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday to Monday, March 25, Pho Quan Viet Cuisine is hosting a soft opening at their new location at 2016 Paris Road in Columbia. The soft opening will have a limited menu as the business looks to improve and make changes due to the move. In a social […]
A new pizza business is hitting the Columbia food scene for Pi-Day! Old School Pizza took pre-orders in early March for their first pop-up at Beet Box on Thursday, March 14. In a social media post on March 4, the business announced its first pre-order pop-up, as well as its owner and chef, Jody Schomaker. […]
Lululemon is gifting customers smoothies from Nourish Café & Market to celebrate their grand opening at the Shoppes at Stadium on March 15. According to a post on social media, Nourish is partnering with Lululemon this week to help celebrate the opening of the new permanent store. Through Friday, the first 25 customers each day […]
Pasta La Fata is featuring multiple new items on the menu this week. Customers can purchase the meatball sandwich, Marylou’s new lemon velvet cake and short rib ragu on creamy polenta. According to a post on social media Pasta La Fata is hosting meatball sandwich week. “The bread is new and improved, and fabulous and […]
El Poblano Grill & Cantina has taken over the former location of Seasoning 63, a popular Chinese restaurant, in Columbia. According to a sign on the door in September 2023, Seasoning 63 temporarily closed on Aug. 26, saying it would return soon. El Poblano Grill & Cantina then took over the spot at 2513 Old […]
The A-Frame Winegarden has officially reopened after closing for the winter season. According to a post on social media, The A-Frame will be open throughout March, weather permitting, from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from noon to 9 p.m. on Sundays. The A-Frame offers nice views, small bites, wine and more […]
Son of a Gun has released a new cocktail menu for the season, featuring two brand-new cocktails and four crowd favorites from previous menus. According to a post on social media, the menu includes the sinning ginny with gin, lemon and cinnamon; the hotter in hell tequila drink with lime, mango and habanero; the silly […]
Günter Hans European Pub & Café has announced spring changes to the menu and hours. According to a post on social media, Günter Hans has dropped a new cocktail menu with some different concoctions and old favorites. “Revamping each season’s menu is one of our favorite things to work on. Our team of bartenders work […]
Gifts for Mother’s Day, graduation, birthdays and more have never been easier with Plume’s annual Spring Open House! From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, you can peruse new locally-made gifts, goodies and spring decor at one of Plume’s most popular events each season. Tickets are $10 and grant you 60 minutes of shopping, a […]
