May 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. – 4 p.m.
Whiteman AFB, Knob Noster, MO
This great family-friendly event is held at Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, Missouri. Admission is free! Permitted items include: folding chairs, strollers, wagons, purses/diaper bags, beverages in clear containers, cameras, wheelchairs, and binoculars. Be sure to check out the flying schedule before you head out!

Countdown to Kindergarten 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Columbia Public Library
In this monthly program, offered through May, we’ll share stories, songs and activities that focus on skills your child needs to be ready for school. Each month is different, but you can come to any or all sessions.

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
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. Enjoy a story AND go outside! (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 – 11:0 a.m.
Columbia
The Duckling asks for a cookie — and gets one! Do you think the Pigeon is happy about that?

Hogs for Dogs 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Mid America Harley Davidson
Mid America Harley-Davidson will host Hogs for Dogs on Saturday, May 19, 2012! Events will include a fundraiser, games, food, a wash, & adopt-o-thon benefiting the Central Missouri Humane Society.

Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Kickoff Party 11:30 a.m.
Jefferson City
Get your Summer Reading Journal to track your reading progress and earn a free book!

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.

Bike, Walk & Wheel Week: Wheelchair Wash & Roll 12 – 4 p.m.
Stephens Lake Park
Come enjoy a recreational roll around Stephens Lake Park.  Free wheelchair detailing and snacks available for all participants.  Encourage all participants to park in the Old 63 Lot.  For more information, call Services for Independent Living at 573-874-1646.

Sunday, May 20, 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.

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