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You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Workshop that will be held on May 11, 2013. Your child will receive a free wooden project, apron, patch, and a certificate of completion. Use the link below to register. Remember these events seem to fill up fast!

Mother’s Day is right around the corner! This Sweetheart Frame makes the perfect gift!

  • Where: Lowe’s Stores
  • When: Saturday, May 11, 2012 | 10:00 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event WebsiteWebsite
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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496502c9c9You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Workshop that will be held on March 9, 2013. Your child will receive a free wooden project, apron, patch, and a certificate of completion. Use the link below to register. Remember these events seem to fill up fast!

Monster Jam is back at Lowe’s this weekend! Be sure to register your child to build the Monster Jam kit featuring Monster Mutt!

  • Where: Lowe’s Stores
  • When: Saturday, March 9, 2012 | 10:00 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event WebsiteWebsite
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Lowe's Build & Grow

You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Clinic that will be held on February 9, 2013. Your child will receive a free wooden project, apron, patch, and a certificate of completion. Use the link below to register. Remember these events seem to fill up fast!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Bring your child to Lowe’s and they can build this Wheel of Love!

  • Where: Lowe’s Stores
  • When: Saturday, February 9, 2012 | 10:00 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event WebsiteWebsite
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Home Depot Kid’s Workshop 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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

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: Sandman’s Plane from DreamWorks Animation’s new movie Rise of the Guardians.  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 – 11:00 a.m.
Columbia
Join parents and teachers from Stephens College Children’s School in making holiday bookmarks and other arts and crafts. The first family Storytime begins at 10:30 am!

City Kwanzaa Celebration 2 – 5 p.m.
Douglass High School, Columbia
Come celebrate this African-American holiday which is based around developing positive families and communities.  There will be community awards given, entertainment and a holiday feast.  Please call 874-6379 for more information. Free.

Bass Pro Shops’ Santa’s Wonderland 
You can get a FREE 4×6 photo with Santa, enjoy free crafts, games & activities! The wonderful is amazing and fun for kids of all ages! Check out the full schedule before you head out!

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Bass Pro Shops’ Santa’s Wonderland 
You can get a FREE 4×6 photo with Santa, enjoy free crafts, games & activities! The wonderful is amazing and fun for kids of all ages! Check out the full schedule before you head out!

Youth Basketball Camp 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Armory, Columbia
Looking for tips to become a smarter, more team-oriented player? These camps are year-round, so you can keep your skills sharp in the off-season. Pre-register and pay as far in advance as you would like to ensure you have a spot. Walk-up registrations are welcome the day of if spots are available. For additional information, please call Gordon at 447-1159.

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Here are some of this weekend’s highlights! There is TONS going on so check out the Mid-Mo Kids Guide calendar for even MORE fun!

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Brewer Breakfast 7 a.m.
Brewer Fieldhouse, Mizzou Rec Center
The annual pancake breakfast is hosted by Mizzou Rec and open to the public. Grab some pancakes before you catch the Homecoming parade.

Homecoming Parade 7 a.m.
Join thousands of spectators at the annual Homecoming Parade. Head downtown or find a spot on campus to view this cornerstone tradition. Can’t make it back? View a live stream of the parade on the Mizzou livestream page. Plan your spot with the parade map before you head out!

Romp, Chomp and Stomp Tailgate  8:30 a.m.
Carnahan Quadrangle

Gather with thousands of students and alumni as we celebrate Homecoming by rejuvenating a lost tradition from the 1950s. Enjoy live entertainment, a spirit rally, food and drinks. Admission is FREE and food and beverage vendors will be available. NoteThe Homecoming Romp, Chomp & Stomp will take the place of Tiger Landing on Oct. 27 immediately following the conclusion of the Homecoming Parade..

Free Fall Movie! Ice Age 4: ParaNorman 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 November 4th! Everyone is free!

2012 BYOBW “Track or Treat” 9-10:30 a.m.
ARC, Columbia
Riders can bring their fanciest Big Wheel, tricycle, or other pedal powered vehicle and cruise the ARC Track! Halloween props will be set up for an exciting haunted ride and great photo ops for parents! Tons of prizes and awards will be given to all riders and mileage will be recorded. All equipment must be clean and approved by event staff before entering the track surface.  Absolutely no bicycles! Track is closed to walkers/joggers during event. Don’t forget the costume!Ages 2-6, Price $5

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.

Orscheln Farm & Home Craft 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Make an itsy bitsy spider! Cost: Free

Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 10 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Creepy Keeper.  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.

Halloween Storytime 11 a.m.
Barnes & Noble, Columbia
“The Monsters’ Monster” by Patrick McDonnell is our Halloween Storytime this year! Three rascals decide to build a monster of their own but he isn’t what the creatures were expecting. Come in costume and bring your treat bag!

Bass Pro Halloween Events: Photos (12-5 p.m.), Coloring Sheets Craft (1-4 p.m.), Grab an Apple (1-3 p.m.)

Haunted Museum (6-8:30 p.m.)
Pickard Hall, University of Missouri
Everyone is welcome to this event where children, students and grown-ups can tour the museum and see various artwork come to life! No preregistration is required.

Halloween Events 6-8 p.m.
Michael’s, Columbia
Duct Tape Pail or Tote Event w/ purchase plus face painting and a Halloween Parade. Ages 3 & up.

Family Ghost Stories 7 p.m.
Missouri River Regional Library, Jefferson City
Missouri storyteller Larry Brown spins an hour of family-friendly ghost stories at the library.

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Free Fall Movie! Ice Age 4: ParaNorman 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 November 4th! Everyone is free!

Kids Fall Activity: Decorate a Pumpkin! 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
North Village Arts District Farmers & Artisans Market
Join us for creativity and fun and make a special fall activity!

Bass Pro Halloween Events: Photos (12-5 p.m.), Coloring Sheets Craft (1-4 p.m.), Scavenger Hunt (1-3 p.m.)

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Saturday, September 8, 2012

Free Fall Movie! Madagascar 3 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 November 4th! Everyone is free!

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: Chuck E. Roller.  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 – 11:00 a.m.
Columbia
He’s as big as a monster. He’s as strong as a monster. But there’s no such thing as monsters. Everyone knows that. Well, almost everyone, in this not-so-scary story about being true to yourself.

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.

Tiger Landing 3:45 p.m.
Reynolds Alumni Center, Columbia
The Mizzou Alumni Association’s new game day tradition: Tiger Landing!  Three hours before kickoff the Reynolds Alumni Center will offer lots of family-friendly activities. Admission is free to the building and to the Kids’ Zone that will offer inflatable games (bounce house!) on the Quadrangle.  You can also check out tours of campus and  the botanical garden. Inside will feature a big-screen television with football games + food (including Buck’s Ice Cream!), drink (& cash bar) available for purchase.

Mizzou Tigers Football vs. Georgia 6:45 p.m.

Sunday, September 9, 2012

Free Fall Movie! Madagascar 3 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 November 4th! Everyone is free!

Kids Activities! 11 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! Kids can make bean mosaics — beautiful art out of beans!

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.

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Lowe's Build & Grow

You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Clinic that will be held on September 22, 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 22nd is a Fire Truck!

  • Where: Lowe’s Stores
  • When: Saturday, September 22, 2012 | 10 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event WebsiteLowe’s Build & Grow
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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

August 23, 2012

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 [...]

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Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop: July 28 & 29, 2012

June 27, 2012

  You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Clinics that will be held on July 28 & 29, 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 July [...]

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Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshops: July 14 & 15, 2012

June 14, 2012

  You can now register for the Lowe’s Build & Grow Kid’s Clinics that will be held on July 14 & 15, 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 [...]

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