WOW! I think this might be a record number of events going on in mid-Missouri this weekend! Let us know what you checked out!
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Free Spring Movie! Diary of a Wimpy Kid 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 April 29! Everyone is free!
Little Acorns: Black Bears 10:00 a.m.
Runge Conservation Nature Center
Children ages 3-6 are welcome to attend with their caregiver. Call 573-526-5544 to register. Limited to 20 children, plus a caregiver.
Lowe’s Build & Grow Clinic 10:00 a.m.
Lowe’s Stores
Build a carnival hoop at the Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic. 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 and Noble Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Barnes and Noble, Jefferson City
Free Storytime for pre-K children. We have a small snack and a craft to accompany the stories. Cost: Free
Jump Into Reading 10:30 -11:30 a.m.
Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room
Reading aloud to preschoolers improves their reading comprehension and vocabulary. Trained members of the Jumpstart Corps from the University of Missouri will read with small groups of children and parents in four 15-minute sessions, so you can drop by any time. Different books will be shared each session, and you may attend more than one if space allows. Ages 3-5 and parents.
Hy-Vee Kids’ Cooking Class 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Rock Bridge Hy-Vee Club Room
Join your Rock Bridge Hy-Vee dietitian, Paula, for fun “green” recipes and activities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Your kids will enjoy learning about healthy snacks to share with friends and family. Space is limited so please register with Paula by Friday, March 9th, by calling 573-442-8595 or emailing her at pvandelicht@hy-vee.com.
MRRL Family Event: Kitchen Science 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MRRL Art Gallery
All ages. No reservations needed. Grab your lab coat, and join us for simple experiements using household items.
Teen Stop-Motion Animation 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Ashland City Hall
In this hands-on workshop, get creative with Lego bricks and more as you construct a mini-movie. Bring any items you’d like to use for creating your animation; use one of our digital cameras or bring your own. Finished work will be posted on YouTube and uploaded to our teen blog, teens.dbrl.org. Ages 12-18. Registration begins Tuesday, February 28.
Puppet Show: Did you see that? 12:00 p.m.
Runge Conservation Nature Center
Come hear Runge puppets talk about sightings of different animals in our state!
Walk-in, all ages. Free.
Bass Pro Fishing Classic 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Bass Pro, Columbia
The Bass Pro Spring Fishing Classic Kids’ Weekend is March 9-11. Kids can enjoy free crafts, seminars and a catch and release pond.
Second Saturday for Kids - ArtBeat! 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Orr Street Studios, Columbia
Children ages 5 to 15 and their guardians are invited to come make art with Orr Street Artists at this quarterly event, free and open to the public.
Lego Mania 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Southern Boone County Public Library
Unleash your three-dimensional creative genius using Lego bricks. Your finished piece may be put in the display case for all to admire. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Southern Boone County Public Library. Ages 6 and older.
Michael’s Craft: T-Shirt Tote Bag 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Make a fashionable bag from a t-shirt with the purchase of a shirt. Ages 3 and up.
Professor Zuccini’s Traveling Tales 2:00 p.m.
Berlin Theatre, Columbia
Adult Actors perform three zany folk tales for the entertainment of the young, and the young at heart. BYOP (Bring your own Pillow) for available floor seating if desired. Ticket prices are $6 for everyone, regardless of age. Tickets are available at the box office or online at berlintheatre.ticketleap.com.
Michael’s Craft: Yarn Doll 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Make a doll with yarn! Free. Ages 3 & up.
Stories in Art, Art in Stories 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room
Favorite children’s books inspire this program full of active listening, looking, imagining and creating. Kids respond to words and images in the story, and then do an art project. This session, kids will balance problem-solving with creativity as they create mobiles after hearing “Balancing Act” by Ellen Stoll Walsh. Presented by the Columbia Art League. Ages 4-9. Registration begins Tuesday, February 28.
Professor Zuccini’s Traveling Tales 5:00 p.m.
Berlin Theatre, Columbia
Adult Actors perform three zany folk tales for the entertainment of the young, and the young at heart. BYOP (Bring your own Pillow) for available floor seating if desired. Ticket prices are $6 for everyone, regardless of age. Tickets are available at the box office or online at berlintheatre.ticketleap.com.
Access Arts Movie Magic Lock-In 5:30 – 10:30 p.m
Tickets are $30 and include dinner, aclay project, and an unforgettable night on the red carpet with friends. All ages are invited – bring a friend or family member. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Free Spring Movie! Diary of a Wimpy Kid 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 April 29! Everyone is free!
Bass Pro Fishing Classic 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Bass Pro, Columbia
The Bass Pro Spring Fishing Classic Kids’ Weekend is March 9-11. Kids can enjoy free crafts, seminars and a catch and release pond.
Professor Zuccini’s Traveling Tales 4:00 p.m.
Berlin Theatre, Columbia
Adult Actors perform three zany folk tales for the entertainment of the young, and the young at heart. BYOP (Bring your own Pillow) for available floor seating if desired. Ticket prices are $6 for everyone, regardless of age. Tickets are available at the box office or online at berlintheatre.ticketleap.com.
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