Local Events We’re Looking Forward To… February 2023
Get your calendar ready….
Here are some local events we’re looking forward to this month:
First Friday in The District // Friday, February 3rd
With live music, art and entertainment, this is a great event to get out and discover The North Village Arts District! First Fridays typically happen from 6 PM - 9 PM but hours may vary by venue. View a map/guide and get a list of participating venues at northvillageartdistrict.org
One of our favorite places to stop by is Coming Home! Visit our friend Jean and check out her unique shop with eco-friendly and sustainable items! Let her know we sent you!
2023 MO Bacon & Bourbon Festival // Saturday, February 4th
Grab tickets for this fun, unique event where you can sample Bacon, Bourbon, Bacon Treats, Fine Spirits, Cocktails and Beer while listening to Live Music. Tickets for this are $40 and are required for entrance. Click here to get yours now!
True/Love 2023 in The District // Saturday, February 4th
On Saturday, February 4th, shop at participating retailers and 10% of the day's proceeds will go back to True/False! Stroll through The District, indulge in some good ol' fashioned consumerism with a clear conscience: you'll be sustaining local businesses and a local arts institution. Shop local and support True/False Film Fest! For more information and to see a full list of participating businesses, click here.
*Save your receipts! Ragtag Cinema will offer a free ticket to shoppers with a purchase of $30 or more from participating retailers (limit 5).
Storytellers: Gabe Meyer at Boone County History & Culture Center // Friday, February 10th
Boone County Historical Society and The Big Muddy Music Hour present: Storytellers: Gabe Meyer. Hailing from the muddy banks of Hannibal, MO, Gabe Meyer has forged a name for himself as the harbinger of his own iterations of traditional and original blues tunes as the frontman of Mid-MO legends The Flood Brothers. Now, he will be gracing the Montminy Gallery with stories and rootsy blues tunes as our musical guest in the next edition of the Boone County Historical Society's Storytellers Concert Series. Join us as Meyer will play two sets aside from the Blind Boone Piano. Adult beverages and refreshments are furnished by our kind sponsor Dive Bar! Tickets are limited, so click here and order yours today!
*Reception starts at 6pm. Music starts at 7pm.
Football & Foals - Game Day Watch Party at Warm Springs Ranch // Sunday, February 12th
For the first time ever, Warm Springs Ranch is hosting a memorable Game Day experience! Enjoy an ice-cold AB product in the Barn while you cheer on your favorite team. With 4 TV's to watch from, you will not miss one minute of the action! Between plays, take a photo with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales! In addition, your ticket allows you to be one of the first to meet their 2023 Foals – before tour season begins! Reservations are required and tickets are very limited - click here to get yours now!
What your $100 ticket includes:
- Be among the first to meet their 2023 Foals
- Clydesdale Photo Opportunity
- WSR History briefing from a Warm Springs Ranch Tour Guide
- Appetizers, Dinner, and two 16 oz Beers
- Coozie & Hat
- Browse the Gift Shop
*Doors open at 4pm.
Brunch with a Beauty at Tiny Town Play Cafe // Sunday, February 12th
Join our friends at Tiny Town Play Cafe for a two-hour private brunch event with the Beauty princess herself! Ticket includes light breakfast, free play in the play space, photo opportunity and princess lessons with the one and only Beauty from Dream for a Princess events. Seating is limited - click here to claim your spot now! Tickets are $40/child, includes 2 adults. Additional adults are $10.
The Tin Roof Monogram & Gift turns FIVE! // Tuesday, February 14th
Visit our friends at The Tin Roof Monogram & Gift to celebrate their 5th birthday…. Valentine’s style! They will have sweet treats, $2 cocktails, & every purchase will spin the wheel for a prize!
Felt Succulent Workshop at Plume // Thursday, February 16th
Join our friends at Plume for this unique workshop, taught by Beth Costello from Heartgrooves Handmade. Beth will teach you all about crafting with felt. You'll complete a beautiful decor project during the workshop to take with you + learn all the skills needed to create additional felt succulent crafts at home! Create a felt succulent arrangement in a wooden dough bowl - succulents included are Aloe, Airplant, Crassula, Aeonium & String of Pearls. Workshop is 2 hours and costs $59 per person. Ticket price includes all materials, supplies, a cupcake & beverage. Class spots are limited and will fill up quickly. Prepayment is required to secure your seat. Click here to add this workshop to your cart now so you don’t miss out! Or call 573-356-0867 for more info.
Mardi Gras Madness at Mid America Harley-Davidson // Saturday, February 18th
Stop by Mid America Harley-Davidson for a free crawfish boil to celebrate Mardi Gras and check out the new things they have in store for the 120th anniversary! Event starts at noon and lasts until everything is gone. Free beer can be redeemed via vouchers.
Let Them Eat Art at Columbia Art League // Tuesday, February 21st
Indulge all your senses in this glorious evening of food, merriment, and art! Local chefs from Columbia are invited to pick a piece of art from the gallery to use as inspiration for a dish of finger food. Columbia Art League welcomes you to enjoy this food with them, meet their chefs, and celebrate with other guests! 6PM - 8PM
A Pour for a Paw at Columbia Elks Lodge 594 // Friday, February 24th
Armani's Angels presents: A Pour for a Paw! A Pour for a Paw is a wine, beer, & spirits tasting event at The Elks Lodge in Columbia, MO on Friday, February 24th, 2023 at 6pm. This will be an evening of delicious complimentary wine, whiskey, and vodka tastings, as well as delectable hors d'oeuvres. Live auction preview will be posted in the coming weeks! The event will feature multiple fantastic wines chosen by Paul at Top Ten Wines, along with spirits provided by Macadoodle's and Tito's Vodka. Event sponsored by The Giving Branch Foundation with Flat Branch Home Loans and True Line Title. Emceed by Tom Bradley. Mike Messer will be the auctioneer taking bids.
17th Annual MFA Oil Rootin Tootin Chili Cookoff Presented by JES Holdings // Saturday, February 25th
This is the “funnest fundraiser” around! Benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbia, MO, grab a ticket and enjoy great live music as you sample all the chili you can eat from tons of local teams. The competing teams build elaborate booths and costumes to create a fun and festive atmosphere while competing for several awards including the Grand Chili Champion! Event will be held at the Holiday Inn Expo Center from 2PM - 5:30PM. Click here to buy your ticket now!
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