April 2012

The Columbia Parks and Recreation will be featuring several great “Movies in the Park” in 2012!  Bring a blanket & pillow and get comfortable!  You’ll be able to enjoy a movie on the large, inflatable screen.  Be sure to arrive early to snag a prime spot… and don’t forget the bug spray! Concessions are available. There is no rain date.

Movies in the Park

photo used with permission

Future Movies in the Park dates are:

  • Friday, June 8, 2012 @ 9 p.m. | The Muppets (PG)
  • Friday, July 13, 2012 @ 9 p.m.| The Smurfs (PG)
  • Friday, August 10, 2012 @ 8:30 p.m.| Dr. Seuss’ the Lorax (PG)

The Movies in the Park series is sponsored by Columbia Parks & Recreation and KPLA 101.5 radio.

  • Where: Flat Branch Park, Columbia
  • When: Friday, May 4, 2012 | 8:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $2 per adult, Kids 8 & under are free!
  • Event WebsiteColumbia Parks and Recreation
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

 

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The first Saturday of each month, Home Depot offers a free Kid’s Workshop where children can gain hands-on experience using tools to build a wooden project.  In addition to the craft, children receive a free apron, pin, and certificate of completion.

Home Depot Workshop

The next Workshop is May 5, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Kids can build a planter box and add plants for a touch of color! There is no advance registration required. The class is designed for ages 5 – 12.

  • WhereHome Depot
  • When: May 5, 2012 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Contact: 573-814-1900
  • Event WebsiteWebsite
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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The Jefferson City Downtown Association will host the annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Thursday, May 3, 2012 from 6 – 9 p.m. at the intersection of High and Ash Street.

Cinco

There will be live music, a piñata party, tortilla toss, Chihuahua race, and a costume contest! Come out and enjoy the fun!

  • Where: High and Ash Street, Jefferson City, MO
  • When: Thursday, May 3, 2012 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event WebsiteDowntown Jefferson City Website
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Parkade Elementary will be hosting a spring festival on Friday, May 4, 2012!  There will be games, prizes, a cupcake walk, a bounce house, fire trucks and police cars, mule rides, a silent auction, and much more! Come hungry as you can get a hot dog, chips, cookie, and a drink for only $5.00!

Plan on parking either behind the school in the staff parking lot (access from Garth St.) or at Parkade Baptist Church across Garth St.

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Kid's Closet Consignment

Who else is excited?? The FIRST Kid’s Closet Connection sale in Columbia starts on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the Knights of Columbus in Columbia!

Kid’s Closet Connection is a local, semi-annual sale which connects people who what to get rid of gently-used children’s items with those who want to purchase quality kids items at a fraction on the price!

I {{adore}} Kid’s Closet Connection sales. You’ve probably heard me mention that I consigned in Jefferson City last spring & fall and could not believe how well I did! Consigning with Kid’s Closet is so much easier than the hassle of having a garage sale (and a lot more successful!)!  I know, I didn’t believe it until I tried it! Just sign up on the Kid’s Closet Connection website to consign.  You’ll be able to start adding your items and printing tags — SO EASY!

As a shopper you’ll find unbelievable deals. The merchandise is very organized — you’ll also want to come back on the last day to find many items will be 1/2 price!  Find out more information on the sale and how to consign on the Kid’s Closet Connection website!  You won’t want to miss this sale!

Giveaway Details:

Want to win a PRESALE PASS to the Columbia sale?? TWO lucky winners will get to shop before the public (on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 7 p.m.)!

To enter, follow the instructions below. If you choose to do the additional (optional) entries, be sure to follow the instructions! We will check! If you don’t complete the entry, it won’t count & you won’t win and we’ll be sad!

This giveaway starts NOW and ends Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 11:01 p.m. CST.

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Saturday, April 28, 2012

Free Spring Movie! Journey 2: The Mysterious Island 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
Forum 8, Columbia
Capital 8, Jefferson City
Check out a movie for free at Goodrich Quality Theatres on Saturday and Sundays through April 29! Everyone is free!

Lego Land 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room
Unleash your three-dimensional creative genius using Lego bricks, markers and paper. Ages 6 and older.

Ella’s Hope for Autism Walk 9:30 a.m.Ella's Hope for Autism
Cosmo Park, Lamb Shelter, Columbia, MO
Join the Mid-Missouri Walk for Autism presented by Ella’s Hope. Registration and t-shirt pick up as well as Kid Zone Activities will begin at 9:30 am and the walk will begin at 11:00 am. There will be a raffle for several prizes after the walk! Strollers and bikes are welcome on this 1.25 mile walk around Cosmo Park. There is no fee to walk. But if you donate $20 you will receive a t-shirt and entry into the raffle. Ask your family and friends to participate in this wonderful event that will benefit The MU Thompson Center for Autism and TouchPoint Autism Service.

Lowe’s Build & Grow Clinic
Lowe’s Stores
Build a Terrarium at the Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.

Home Depot Kid’s Workshop 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This month kids can build a terrarium. There is no advance registration required. The class is designed for ages 5 – 12. In addition to the craft, children receive a free commemorative pin, apron, and certificate of completion. Cost: Free

Orscheln Free Kids Clinic 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Orscheln Farm & Home
Make a free craft! All supplies are provided.

Barnes & Noble Storytime 10:30 – 11:0 a.m.
Jefferson City
Free Storytime for pre-K children. Small snack and craft to accompany the stories.

Rainbow House Spring Fair 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Flat Branch Park, Columbia, MO
In honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Rainbow House will be hosting a spring fair on Saturday, April 28, 2012! There will be games, prizes, face painting, pizza, live music, a cupcake walk, a bouncy house, crafts and more!

BARK of Boone County 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Stephens Lake, Columbia, MO
A family-friendly event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Bring your best canine friends and join us for a fun-filled day that begins with a walk around Stephens Lake and continues with demonstrations, booths and games.

Andy’s Frozen Custard Summer Kick Off 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Andy’s Frozen Custard, Columbia, MO
Participate in breaking a World Record at Andy’s Frozen Custard in Columbia on April 28, 2012. Andy’s is looking to break the ice cream world record! Join Andy’s in Columbia all day for their summer kick off on April 28th for FREE custard as we work to break the record for the most people standing in a chain licking custard. There will be a car show, music, radio stations and hula-hoopers. The event will be a fundrasier for the University of Missouri Children’s Hospital.

It’s A Pajama Party @ HyVee!! 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
405 E Nifong
Columbia, MO 65201
Come make some healthy breakfast snacks and make a craft.Space is limited—so register at Customer Service to reserve your spot!

Jeff City’s Got Talent 7:00 p.m.
Miller Performing Arts
Entry fee is a donation at the door towards your favorite non profit. “That One Band” is featuring CMFCAA as their non profit!! Come out and support talented kids and help us kick off Foster Care Awareness Month which starts in May!!

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Free Spring Movie! Journey 2: The Mysterious Island 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
Forum 8, Columbia
Capital 8, Jefferson City
Check out a movie for free at Goodrich Quality Theatres on Saturday and Sundays through April 29! Everyone is free!

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First Cleats Giveaway

Don’t forget!

You can still enter to win a pair of First Cleats!!

This giveaway ends Monday, April 30, 2012 at 11:01 p.m. CST..

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Total Cereal & Parade Magazine will honor the hardworking people of Columbia, Missouri on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 to celebrate Columbia as the Hardest Working Town in America!  Thousands of free bowls of Total will be served in Flat Branch Park!

  • Where: Flat Branch Park, Columbia, MO
  • When: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 | 6:30 – 10 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Rainbow House Spring Fair: April 28, 2012

April 23, 2012

In honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Rainbow House will be hosting a spring fair on Saturday, April 28, 2012!  There will be games, prizes, face painting, pizza, live music, a cupcake walk, a bouncy house, crafts and more! Where: Flat Branch Park, Columbia, MO When: Saturday, April 28, 2012 | 11 a.m. [...]

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FREE Chili’s Kid’s Meal Coupon: April 23-25, 2012

April 23, 2012

Chili’s has a new FREE Kid’s Meal coupon (valid April 23-25, 2012). The coupon is for a free kid’s meal with the purchase of one adult entree. Where: Chili’s When: Thursday, April 26, 2012 Cost: Free! Event Website: Chili’s Website Don’t forget! You can still enter to win a pair of First Cleats!! This giveaway ends Monday, April 30, [...]

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First Cleats Giveaway!

April 23, 2012

Congratulations to our winner… Entry #51 – Destiny! I recently came across First Cleats when searching for the perfect baby gift. I had no idea that you could actually find soft athletic “shoes” for your little ones! Perfect for a little soccer, baseball, or football player! First Cleats are safe for your little one (0-6 months) and [...]

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