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) The Story Tree goes outdoors. Walk the Naturescape Trail between 10 and 11 a.m. and find a volunteer naturalist ready to share a storybook or two with you. (In case of inclement weather the Story Tree will come indoors.)
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!
Back to School Carnival 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cannery Row Preschool
Lots of entertainment, games, activities & giveaways! Focus is on health & safety. There will be visitors from the health, police, & fire departments of Columbia. Booths with games that include bean bag toss, dunk tank, potato sack races and much more! There will also be face painting, cotton candy, snow cones, a bounce house, and a special visitor from Macher Swim School, Paddles the Dog! Hockman’s ATA Martial arts will be hosting a spin the wheel along with the Shoe Carnival. Orscheln will be offering crafts for the kids.
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.
Free Tours of Connor’s Cave 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon June 30 through August 19 you can enjoy a free guided tour of Connor’s Cave using park lights and helmets. Walk the Devil’s Icebox Trail on your own until you reach Devil’s Icebox where volunteers will assist you. Learn about caves and bats. Tours last about 15 minutes. Expect to get your feet wet! Arrive anytime between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Reservations are not required. The tours are recommended for ages 5 and up.
Russellville ATV Rodeo 5 p.m.
Russellville Lions Club
Ten classes for riders in three categories: Youth, Intermediate (including a Powder Puff Class) and Modifieds. Races include Polebending, Cloverleaf and Keyhole patterns. Trophies and Medals awarded in Youth Classes.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Kindermusik with Brenda 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
North Village Farmers and Artisans Market
Don’t miss out on the fun at the North Village Farmers & Artisans Market on Sunday! Kindermusik with Brenda will be there for a fun activity! There will also be a book swap from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and music by Long Gone Gabe.
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.
Free Tours of Connor’s Cave 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon June 30 through August 19 you can enjoy a free guided tour of Connor’s Cave using park lights and helmets. Walk the Devil’s Icebox Trail on your own until you reach Devil’s Icebox where volunteers will assist you. Learn about caves and bats. Tours last about 15 minutes. Expect to get your feet wet! Arrive anytime between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Reservations are not required. The tours are recommended for ages 5 and up.
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