August 2012

FREE Fall Movies! September 8 – November 4, 2012

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

Capital 8 in Jefferson City and Forum 8 in Columbia will feature 9 weeks of FREE fall movies for all ages! All movies start at 9 and 10 a.m. Tickets are first come, first serve.

Free Fall Movies
September 8-9, 2012 | Madagascar 3

September 15-16, 2012 | Journey 2

September 22-23, 2012 | Rio

September 29-30, 2012 | Mirror Mirror

October 6-7, 2012 | Rango

October 13-14, 2012 | Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax

October 20-21, 2012 | Ice Age 4: Continental Drift

October 27-28 | ParaNorman

November 3-4, 2012 | Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

Kid combos are available for $3.50 (popcorn, soda, & candy) or $4.50 (popcorn, water, & healthy snack).

  • Where: Forum 8 in Columbia & Capital 8 in Jefferson City
  • When: Saturday & Sunday, September 8 – November 4, 2012 | 9 & 10 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Website: Goodrich Quality Theaters
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

 

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Exclusive Discount for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in Kansas City!

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

We are excited to announce we are able to offer Mid-Mo Kids Guide readers with another exclusive discount courtesy of the Sprint Center!

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus: Fully Charged
Save $5 per ticket on dates listed below!

Thursday, September 13, 2012 | 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 15, 2012 | 11:00 a.m.
Sunday, September 16, 2012 | 5:00 p.m.

Offer Expires: Wednesday, September 5 or while supplies last.

Full Price:      Discount:
$22.25            $17.25 Lower level tickets – child’s tickets are $11.25**)
$16.25            $11.25 Upper level tickets

** A child’s ticket is available for $11.25 for the above performances – a minimum of one adult ticket is required per four kids. A child’s ticket is valid for children 2-12 years of age.

To purchase discount tickets, call Kerri at 816.949.7175 with Special Offer Code: MidMoKids

  • The only additional charge is a $1.25/ticket TicketFast charge (print at home).
  • Ages 2 & over require a ticket for this event.
  • Additional performance dates/times are available at the full ticket price. Call Kerri for details.

If you encounter any problems ordering please feel free to contact Kerri Troyer via phone at 816.949.7175.

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Home Depot Free Kid’s Workshop: September 1, 2012

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

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 September 1, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Kids can build their very own goal post football game!

There is no advance registration required. The class is designed for ages 5 – 12.

  • Where: Home Depot
  • When: September 1, 2012 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Contact: 573-814-1900
  • Event Website: Website
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Carseat Canopy Review & Giveaway!

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

Carseat Canopy is an awesome product to help keep your little ones protected from the elements! The Carseat Canopy features velcro straps that stay in place and keep your baby warm and covered. Carseat Canopy offers styles for girls, boys, or gender neutral patterns for surprise babies. Carseat Canopy products are designed for “year-round” use with fabrics perfect for summer yet not too thin for winter. They are 100% cotton outers with soft minky interiors.

In addition to the Carseat Canopy, they also offer The Whole Caboodle set which inlcudes: a minky slip cover, minky head support pillow, baby lap blanket with minky underside, replacement umbrella with minky lining, & carseat canopy with minky interior and 100% cotton outer.  All are machine washable.  The Whole Caboodle is simple to put on. Carseat Canopy even has a video if you have questions.

Please keep in mind you need to be careful about using any product that goes inside the car seat, under the straps straps or head.If you have any questions about using this product voiding your car seat warranty, be sure to read the your carseat warranty paperwork or call the car seat manufacturer.

Giveaway Details:

Carseat Canopy has generously offered Mid-Mo Kids Guide readers a chance to win their choice of a Whole Caboodle Set!

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, September 2, 2012 at 11:01 p.m. CST.

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Disclaimer: I received free Carseat Canopy products in exchange for my honest review.

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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: August 25-26, 2012

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Kid City Mid-Missouri 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Holiday Inn & Expo Center, Columbia
Kid City Mid-Missouri is coming back to Columbia on August 25, 2012! There will be LOTS of FUN for the kids including a bounce house, obstacle course, technology zone, kids bank, treehouse, clubhouse t-ball area, and Kid City Raceway (just to name a few)! Dora and Elmo will be in attendance to take pictures with the kids! Don’t miss out on this awesome event!

Lego Land 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Columbia Public Library
If you want to rekindle your interest in building models or if you want to introduce the hobby to your kids, then join us for demonstrations on building techniques. Kids 10 years and older with parental supervision can make a model to take home. You will need to register for the building portion of the program, but the demonstrations are open to all. Presented by the Central Missouri Scale Modelers. Ages 10 and older for the activity.

Open Recreation in the Game Room 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Armory, Columbia
Bored on Saturday mornings and afternoons? Come to the Armory to play pool, ping-pong, foosball, shuffleboard, air hockey, Xbox360, safe darts, arcade games or just watch a movie.

Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 10 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Shrek Onion Carriage.  Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project-themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.  Be sure to pre-register as space is limited. Cost: FREE

What’s Going On?What’s Up at Runge?  10 a.m.
Runge Nature Center
Every Saturday Runge Nature Center offers tabletop exhibits, activities, and crafts.

Barnes & Noble Storytime 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Jefferson City
Free Storytime for pre-K children. Small snack and craft to accompany the stories.

Barnes & Noble Storytime 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Columbia
It’s almost time for school to start again! Sea Monster has never been to school before. On his first day, he meets friends of all shapes and sizes. At the end of the day, he can’t wait to go back!

Bass Pro Kid’s Fishing On The Deck 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Stop by the deck at Bass Pro for a FREE fun fishing experience for the kids! Every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.(weather permitting) the kids can enjoy fishing on the deck with the Bass Pro staff. All equipment is provided.

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Kids Activities! 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
North Village Farmers and Artisans Market
Don’t miss out on more fun at the North Village Farmers & Artisans Market on Sunday! There will be bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and coloring for the kids all day long! There will also be a workshop for the adults on dutch oven cooking from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Bass Pro Kid’s Fishing On The Deck 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Stop by the deck at Bass Pro for a FREE fun fishing experience for the kids! Every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.(weather permitting) the kids can enjoy fishing on the deck with the Bass Pro staff. All equipment is provided.

Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 10 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Shrek Onion Carriage.  Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project-themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.  Be sure to pre-register as space is limited. Cost: FREE

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Kids Activities at the North Village Farmers & Artisans Market: August 26, 2012

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

North Village

Don’t miss out on more fun at the North Village Farmers & Artisans Market on Sunday! There will be bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and coloring for the kids all day long! There will also be a workshop for the adults on dutch oven cooking from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

 

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Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop: September 8, 2012

by Mid-Mo Kids Guide

Lowe's Build & Grow

You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Clinic that will be held on September 8, 2012. Your child will receive a free wooden project, apron, patch, and a certificate of completion. Use the link below to register. Remember these events will to fill up fast! 

The project for September 8th is a Chuck E. Roller!Lowe's Build & Grow

  • Where: Lowe’s Stores
  • When: Saturday, September 8, 2012 | 10 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Website: Lowe’s Build & Grow
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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BabbaBox Review & Giveaway!

August 19, 2012

We are excited to share a special guest product review & giveaway. Rhiannon of Lollipop Photography and her son reviewed an awesome product — BabbaBox! Check it out! When Mid-Mo Kids Guide gave me a chance to try out BabbaBox, I was thrilled! I love doing fun, educational activities with my 5-year old, but as [...]

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Thred Up FREE $10 Credit = Free Clothes!

August 19, 2012

Don’t miss this great deal for free clothes! Join Thred Up and get a free $10 credit just for signing up. Select an item for $3.75 or less & use the coupon code AUGUST20 for 20% off. When you check out you’ll be able to use your $10 credit to cover shipping costs — no credit card [...]

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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: August 18-19, 2012

August 16, 2012

Saturday, August 18, 2012 Open Recreation in the Game Room 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Armory, Columbia Bored on Saturday mornings and afternoons? Come to the Armory to play pool, ping-pong, foosball, shuffleboard, air hockey, Xbox360, safe darts, arcade games or just watch a movie. Story Tree…on the Trail 10 a.m. Runge Nature Center Walk-in (All ages) [...]

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