University of Missouri Safe Kids Discovery Day Event 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Women’s and Children’s Hospital – Pavilion Parking Lot
The University of Missouri Children’s Hospital and Injury Prevention and Safety Outreach Program will introduce Safe Kids Discovery Day on Saturday, June 23, 2012. This 1-day carnival-style event will include many great FREE activities
Boonville Heritage Days
This wonderful family-friendly festival starts Wednesday, June 20th in Boonville. It was even voted the best festival of rural Missouri!! You will be able to check out the carnival, a HUGE parade, arts & crafts vendors and MUCH more!
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.
What’s Going On? Missouri’s Outdoor Glitches 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Runge Nature Center
Walk-in (All ages) We will examine myths, wives tales, and facts about plants and animals of Missouri that cause discomfort to many. Measures can be taken to make our time exploring the wonders of Missouri more enjoyable.
Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 11 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Monkey Powered Plane 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
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 – 11:30 a.m.
Columbia
Grandpa is coming to stay! Having a guest is a lot of fun, but it’s also a lot of work. Here are a few ideas about what to do with your Grandpa, should you ever need to entertain him.
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.
Bass Pro Family Summer Camp 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Did you love summer camp when you were a kid? The whole family can enjoy summer camp at Bass Pro! June 9 – July 15 on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Bass Pro will offer FREE activities for the whole family! There will be a free shooting range, shooting arcade, and casting targets! You can even get a free photo download on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 – 5 p.m. Crafts are from 1 – 4 p.m.
Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 2 p.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Monkey Powered Plane 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
Hot Summer Nights Family Concert Series: Peter & the Wolf 3 p.m.
Missouri Theater
As a part of the Hot Summer Nights Family Concert Series, the Missouri Theater will host Hot Summer Nights: Peter and the Wolf. Paul Pepper will narrate as the Missouri Symphony Orchestra welcomes Ronald McDonald & performs works by MacDowell, McBride & Maxwell Davies. Tickets are $25 for a family pack of 5, $10 adult, $5 student, general admission.
Bass Pro Family Summer Camp S’Mores Cookout 6 p.m.
Enjoy a free s’mores cookout — check out the Family Summer Camp post for more info!
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Boonville Heritage Days
This wonderful family-friendly festival starts Wednesday, June 20th in Boonville. It was even voted the best festival of rural Missouri!! You will be able to check out the carnival, a HUGE parade, arts & crafts vendors and MUCH more!
Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 11 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Monkey Powered Plane 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
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.
Bass Pro Family Summer Camp 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Did you love summer camp when you were a kid? The whole family can enjoy summer camp at Bass Pro! June 9 – July 15 on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Bass Pro will offer FREE activities for the whole family! There will be a free shooting range, shooting arcade, and casting targets! You can even get a free photo download on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 – 5 p.m. Crafts are from 1 – 4 p.m.
Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 2 p.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Monkey Powered Plane 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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