Start your holiday/fall shopping early! Over 30 vendors participating. All handcrafted items. No entrance fee! Items for the whole family!

 Your first challenge will be to canoe or kayak the 5K water trail that winds along the water filled reclaimed strip mines of Peabody Lake. You will then return back to the start and take off on foot for a 5K run on the Kelley Branch Mountain
Bike Trail with the new added trail section. The trail will lead you through the wetlands of Kelley Branch Creek, along the ridges and pits of more reclaimed strip mines, and then back to the finish line. Challenge yourself to compete in both sections of the event or take part in just one.

Chip timing will be collected for those who complete both section of the race. All participants will receive a participant medal. Grand prizes will be awarded to the top male and female who complete both sections.

Register online in advance for $35 or on the day of the event for $40. T-shirts will
be given to those who register before Aug. 25.

The race starts at 9 a.m. with boats in the water. Check-in and packet pickup will
be at 8:30 a.m.

Twenty sit-on-top kayaks will be available for $25. Make your boat reservation by
calling the park office at 573-443-5315 between Aug. 21 and Sept. 7, or bring
your own canoe or kayak to compete. Tandem boats will not be eligible for prizes.

 http://mostateparks.com/race

Hosted by The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri, Hope for Heroes benefits veteran’s programs,including the VIP Veteran Pack Program. VIP Packs provide additional nutrition to food-insecure veterans, including ready-to-eat entrees, soup and fruit and vegetables in easy-to-open cans. They also provide toiletries such as razors, body wash and deodorant. The Food Bank distributes VIP Packs in 13 counties, with ongoing efforts to further expand the program.

People interested in sponsoring the event should contact mlion@sharefoodbringhope.org.

http://sharefoodbringhope.org/hope5k

Following the story of two roommates, fussy, newly divorced Felix Ungar and the laid back permanent bachelor Oscar Madison, "The Odd Couple" is an enduring classic of American comedy. Can these two friends learn to live with each other and their foibles? Can their friendship be saved? Join us at the Barn and find out! Bring your lawn chairs or blanket, a picnic basket or snacks and experience this classic comedy under the stars! Show runs 05/18-05/21 & 05/25-05/28 (Th-Sun for two weekends). Box Office opens at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm.
http://maplewoodbarn.org

Doors open at 5:45pm – Show begins at 7:00pm

One of the premier social events of the year, Mareck Center for Dance’s annual flagship event brings local celebrity dancers & high-spirited theatrics together in a mid-Missouri edition of the popular TV show. Follow the link to view seating options.

The event will be held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center. Table reservations and individual tickets open to the public. Find out how to secure access to premium seating when you check out our sponsorship opportunities!

https://mareckcenterfordance.org/events/dancing-with-the-missouri-stars/

Come watch CoMo Roller Derby vs. Confluence Crush Roller Derby! We promise it's worth the drive! Tickets are $10 at the door. Doors open at 5:30, bout begins at 6:30. This event is family friendly and open to all ages.

We are also recruiting referees & EMTs - message us on Facebook if you’re interested!

http://comoderbydames.org/

Ambassadors will host a ribbon cutting celebrating The COMO 411 Grand Opening!

Come watch CoMo Roller Derby vs. Capital City Crushers! We promise it's worth the drive. Tickets are $10 at the door. Doors open at 5:30, bout begins at 6:30. This event is family friendly and open to all ages.

We are also recruiting referees & EMTs - message us on Facebook if you’re interested!

http://comoderbydames.org/

Eggstravaganza - Open to the Public! Everyone is welcome!! Come join us for an Easter Egg Hunt! Tons of fun! This is a free event!

CoMo Roller Derby is excited to host our first bout of 2023! Tickets are $10 at the door. Doors open at 5:30, bout begins at 6:30. This event is family friendly and open to all ages. We can’t wait to play derby!

We are also recruiting referees & EMTs - message us on Facebook if you’re interested!

http://comoderbydames.org/

Please save the date, and purchase your ticket, for an evening of women celebrating and honoring women.
Inspiring speakers, art, music, dance, food, fashion, community, friends, sisters…..if you identify as a woman, please join us for the inaugural Serendipity Everyday Goddess Event.
Stay tuned for many more details to come.

http://serendipitysalonandgallery.com

Light supper is served at 6:00 and trivia begins at 6:30. Register online as an individual, group, or 5-player team. Individuals and smaller groups will be put together into teams at the event. Each member of the winning team wins a $50 gift certificate to Krustacean. Other teams will also get prizes (books and games by Black creators and/or on Black history). Questions are multiple-choice and you do NOT have to be "good at trivia" to play!

http://library.missouri.edu/trivia

The 17th Annual MFA Oil Rootin Tootin Chili Cookoff presented by JES Holdings will be held Saturday 2/25/2023 at the Holiday Inn Expo Center.
http://rtchilicookoff.com

Puppy yoga can brighten your day with cute puppy antics and relaxing yoga poses. It also benefits the puppies. They learn social skills and have a great play session. If you find a love connection, guess what? All the puppies are adoptable!

$25 per person.

You can bring your own mat, or rent one for $5.

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/puppy-yoga-at-selfie-love-tickets-538384611867

Calling all animal lovers! After a 2-year hiatus due to Covid, No Kill Columbia-The Spay Neuter Project are thrilled to invite you in celebrating World Spay Day 2023 at the
9th ANNUAL SPAY-GHETTI DINNER

**Parking available at 10th & Cherry St. Garage**
The 9th Annual Spay-Ghetti Dinner is a family-friendly, fun-filled evening to mingle with animal lovers while enjoying a pawsitivly delicious spaghetti dinner created by the fabulous new eatery, The Old Neighborhood Cafe, (including meatless and gluten-free options), a tantalizing bake sale, silent auction, and live music provided by saxophonist Jay Pellis and keyboardist Lionelle Miller!
The buffet-style dinner will be served from 5:00 - 8:00pm at the welcoming First Presbyterian Church in downtown Columbia. Doors open at 5:00pm, and the first 300 attendees will also get a SWAG BAG full of goodies from area businesses!
ONLINE TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW THROUGH TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH @https://www.spayneuterprojectmo.org/
Adult tickets are $20 in advance, $10 for children (10 and under).
TICKETS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS THROUGH TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH.
The Spay Neuter Project
Papa's Cat Cafe
Treats Unleashed
Lizzi & Rocco's (both locations)
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS EARLY! ADVANCED TICKET SALES WILL END ON FEBRUARY 14TH.
Tickets will be available at The Door for $30.

If you are a current foster parent, respite provider, or interested in learning about the needs in foster care, we invite you to join us for dinner and bring a friend who may be interested in learning more about how to step into foster care!

We will spend much of our time eating and connecting. Then we will spend time sharing about foster care, learning about the different ways we can help, and answering any questions people may have.

Bring your whole family! Children are welcome!

Serving children in foster care takes a village. We invite you to join and learn how together we can create Safe Places to be a Child.

To sign up, please fill out this form: https://forms.monday.com/forms/7d67c3438ed9d98e69e5bb2b29d08bd1?r=use1

To stay in touch with Coyote Hill, sign up for our email list here.

Please contact Paige at paige@coyotehill.org with questions!

Join your favorite Blue Heeler for a special play session, snacks, play stations and photo opportunities! $35/child adults free. Sibling discount $10 use code BLUE

http://Tinytownplaycafe.com