Columbia Public Library

Kite Flying Day at Douglass Park in Columbia: Saturday, April 6, 2013

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Bring your kites and let’s have a great time! This is a great chance for parents to fly kites with your children and family just like the good ole days! A number of kites will be given to children that do not have one to fly. Contest categories are Largest Flying Kite, Smallest Flying Kite & the Highest Flyer. Prizes will be awarded to winners. Rain date is Saturday, April 13. Call 817-5077 for more information.

  • Where: Douglass Park
  • When: Saturday, April 6, 2013 | 12-2 p.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Website: Website
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Family Game Day at Columbia Public Library: March 25, 2013

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Drop by to play board games at the Columbia Public Library. They’ll have your favorites, old and new, but feel free to bring your own games, too. For families with children of all ages.

  • Family Game NightWhere: Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room
  • When: March 25, 2013 | 10-11:30 a.m., 2-3:30 p.m. or 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Contact: 573-443-3161
  • Event Website: Website
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Angry Birds at Columbia Public Library: January 21, 2012

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Geek out at your library with fun, low-tech versions of Angry Birds. Make your own physical bird that you’ll use to toss at pillars and pigs. Ages 5 and older. Registration begins Tuesday, January 8.

  • Angry BirdsWhere: Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room
  • When: Monday, January 21, 2012 | 1-2:30 p.m. or 3-4:30 p.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Website: Columbia Public Library
  • View on the Mid-Mo Kids Guide Calendar

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Magician Eric Vaughn in Columbia: July 31, 2012

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Eric Vaughn MagicianOn Tuesday, July 31, 2012 you can check out Eric Vaughn courtesy of the Columbia Public Library. His comedic approach to magic keeps his audiences laughing and scratching their heads at the same time. Eric’s passion for magic started when he was ten years old. This show is for  ages 5 and older.

You can also check Eric Vaughn’s show at the Callaway County Public Library (2 p.m.) or the American Legion Hall in Ashland (6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.).

  • Where: John B. Lange Middle School, 2201 E. Smiley Lane, Columbia
  • When: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 | 10:45 a.m.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Event Website: Columbia Public Library
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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: July 7-8, 2012

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There aren’t quite as many activities going on this weekend… might be a great time to cool off at the pool!

Saturday, July 7, 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.

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.

TRYPS Theater: Live at Eleven 11-11:45 a.m.
Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room
At this theater workshop, children play games, sing, dance and act out books. Presented by TRYPS, Columbia’s professional theater group for young audiences. Ages 12 and younger.
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.

Columbia Public Library, Friends Room
Learn how to make a nutritious and refreshing summer snack using fresh fruit. Presented by Kristin Eiffert, PhD, RD, LD. Cosponsored by the Central Missouri Dietetic Association. Ages 3-9.

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, July 8, 2012

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.

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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: June 30-July 1, 2012

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Saturday, June 30, 2012

Fishing Derby 9:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Philips Park, Columbia
The Second Annual Fishing Derby will be held at Philips Park on June 30, 2012. Registration will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and the derby will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Prizes will be awarded by categories divided by age with prizes awarded for the first fish caught, largest, and smallest fish.  Fishing licenses are required for those ages 16 to 64.

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 (ages 6 & up).

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
One popular summer tradition, riding the roller coaster, is fun for some, but not for everyone. Have you ever taken a roller coaster ride?

Bass Pro

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.

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, July 1, 2012 

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.

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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: May 26-28, 2012

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Saturday, May 26, 2012

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.

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.

Memorial Day Air Show 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Columbia Regional Airport
Avoid the traffic and airshow parking and let the shuttle bus drop you off right at the front gate.
Buses begin boarding at 9:00 AM at the Hearnes Center and the Jefferson City Airport. Boarding continues both ways all day. Air show Gates open at 9:30 a.m.

Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 11 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Picture Frame Planter 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-regsiter 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
Doodle Fan Alert! Select stores will host a celebration of the creative, unique and sometimes crazy expression of doodling! Release your inner artist. Check local store listings for details. Kids and adults welcome.

Bass Pro

Bass Pro Summer Kickoff Event 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
There will be lots going on at Bass Pro in Columbia this weekend! Free photo downloads, a photo contest, free crafts, and  many summer kickoff challenges! The first 100 kids to participate in the summer challenges will receive a free bug glider.

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, May 27, 2012 

Memorial Day Air Show 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Columbia Regional Airport
Avoid the traffic and airshow parking and let the shuttle bus drop you off right at the front gate.
Buses begin boarding at 9:00 AM at the Hearnes Center and the Jefferson City Airport. Boarding continues both ways all day. Air show Gates open at 9:30 a.m.

Barnes & Noble Storytime 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Columbia
Doodle Fan Alert! Select stores will host a celebration of the creative, unique and sometimes crazy expression of doodling! Release your inner artist. Check local store listings for details. Kids and adults welcome.

Bass Pro Summer Kickoff Event 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
There will be lots going on at Bass Pro in Columbia this weekend! Free photo downloads, a photo contest, free crafts, and  many summer kickoff challenges! The first 100 kids to participate in the summer challenges will receive a free bug glider.

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.

Monday, May 28, 2012 :: Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day Parade 9:55 a.m.
Downtown Columbia
Avoid the traffic and airshow parking and let the shuttle bus drop you off right at the front gate.
Buses begin boarding at 9:00 AM at the Hearnes Center and the Jefferson City Airport. Boarding continues both ways all day. Air show Gates open at 9:30 a.m

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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: May 19-20

May 17, 2012

Saturday, May 19, 2012 Trails Run 5K Walk & 10K Bike 9 a.m. MKT Trail at Stadium entrance Join the walk/run or bike on one of Columbia’s most beautiful trails. The run/walk/bike is not a timed event. Pre-registration is not required. Free! All participants will get a t-shirt. Wings over Whiteman Air Show 9 a.m. – [...]

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Summer Reading Programs 2012

May 12, 2012

With summer fast approaching, I thought it would be a good time to share this list of FREE Summer Reading Programs.   Kids earn books and prizes by participating! Daniel Boone Regional Library - This year’s themes are all about the night and realizing your dreams. The library’s summer reading program is a fun way to stay engaged [...]

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Mid-Mo Kids Weekend Roundup: May 12-13

May 12, 2012

Saturday, May 12, 2012 10th Annual Jay Dix Challenge to Cure: 5k Walk/Run & 10k Run 9:00 a.m. Flat Branch Park MLB Pitch, Hit, & Run 9:30 a.m. Albert Oakland Park Little Acorns: Wildflower Power 10 a.m. Runge Nature Center Children 3 through 6 years of age are welcome to attend a Little Acorns program [...]

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