Are you looking for something new to read but don’t know where to start? The Daniel Boone Public Library has the event for you. They are putting on a book tasting night where you will get the chance to read samples from different genres and discuss it with your fellow book tasters. If you are interested check out their site and register.
Fire in the Sky will be back at Stephens Lake Park this year. There is going to be live music, food trucks, and activities for children starting at 6:30pm. The night will end with the fireworks show starting at 9:15pm. This should last 20-25 minutes and will truly light up the sky. For more information check out the link.
Columbia Entertainment Co. is putting on musical Sister Act. After witnessing a murder, Deloris Van Cartier must go into witness protection as a nun. However, the strict rules and Mother Superior are at odds with Deloris’s more boisterous self. But, when she joins the choir, she is able to use her amazing singing talent, along with her unique disco moves to reinvigorate the church and community.
The play will be going from June 15-18 and June 22-25. For more information and to get tickets check out the website.
Juneteenth is a federal holiday to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and Columbia is putting on a parade to honor this event. Join us on June 17th to watch the parade. For more information click the link.
Dinosaurs are back (but for a limited time) at the Columbia Mall from June 9th-18th. This will be a drive-thru event. So, jump in your car and watch as Jurassic Empire brings dinosaurs to life with their amazing animatronics. For more information and tickets, check out their website.
The Midway Antique Mall is holding their huge outdoor MAM Outdoor Flea Market & Craft Show. There will be tons of booths, vendors, and food trucks. And best of all, there will be huge sales going on inside the Antique Mall. For more information check out their facebook page.
It is that time of year again for the Pedaler’s Jamboree Bicycle and Music Festival. If you haven’t already, it is not too late to get your ticket. Enjoy a wonderful bike ride along the Katy trail with places to stop for live music and entertainment. The ride will end at Boonville’s Kemper Park with the main music stage and overnight camping available for those registered. For more information check out their site.
Do you judge books by their covers (don’t worry, we all do)? Do you need a recommendation for a new book to read? Well check out this unique quiz that has you choose what you like most about the covers of books and then recommends you one based on your answers. It is a fun and interesting way to check out new books and who knows, maybe it will help you find your new favorite.
Saturday Morning Science is back at Ragtag Cinema. Join Dr. Linda Godwin, retired NASA astronaut, scientist, and professor emeritus of astronomy at Mizzou, as she present “Exploring Space: Where Would We Be Without the Moon?” All ages are welcome, no science background needed. Come and learn more about the vast beauty of our universe. For more information check out the link.
Origami is one of the oldest arts still being practiced today. It has a fascinating history that reaches back a thousand years but modern origami really didn’t get start until the 1600s. But since then, this art has delighted people the world over. If you are interested in looking at, learning more about, or creating your own origami, the Boone County History & Culture Center has then event for you and your family. This free event will be held May 13th from 10am-12pm and will help you create your very own origami creation. For more information check out the link.
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