Local Events We’re Looking Forward To… April 2023
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Here are some local events we’re looking forward to this month:
Columbia Farmers Market Spring Kickoff! // Saturday, April 1st
Columbia Farmers Market kicks off its 43rd season on Saturday, April 1st! The Market transitions to its spring hours, 8 am-12 pm, on April 1, welcoming many returning and new vendors, bringing fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheeses, honey, cut flowers, plants, artisan items, and more. Live music from Tex Carroll. Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture will be offering free kids' activities.
To celebrate the Kickoff, Columbia Parks and Recreation, along with the City of Columbia’s TreeKeepers volunteer group, the City’s Tree Board, Columbia Farmers Market, and the University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry, will also be holding the annual Arbor Day tree giveaway, alongside the market. The giveaway will start at 8 a.m. and lasts until seedlings are gone. The giveaway table will be located near the east entrance of the Market. Two tree seedlings per person will be distributed. Check out the event page for a list of trees that will be available!
Live Music - C. Rock City at Pierpont General Store // Saturday, April 1st
Live music is back at Pierpont General Store! Starting Saturday, April 1st - C. Rock City will be performing from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Click the link above for a full list of upcoming events at Pierpont General Store!
Missouri River Relief Meet & Greet! // Tuesday, April 4th
Have you always wanted to get more involved with the behind-the-scenes of Missouri River Relief but were never quite sure how? Well, this event is for YOU! Join in the fun at the Missouri River Center (formerly Katfish Katy’s) on April 4th, 2023 to meet the staff and learn about their wide variety of programing on the Missouri River. This event is designed to show you opportunities and learn about the different areas where you can support their events in a deeper way from paddle races to on-the-river education programs.
There will be live music, food, drinks and great company. There will also be stations with detailed information on each of their programs to let you know how you can get involved with what you’re interested in most.
Click the link above to get all the details on this event!
Native Plant Sale at MU Bradford Research Center // Saturday, April 8th
The Bradford Research Center is located 11 miles from campus and is part of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. At this event, there will be seven native plant vendors will sell native wildflowers, grasses, sedges, vines, shrubs, and trees: Forrest Keeling, Gaylena’s Gardens, Hawthorn Chapter of the Missouri Native Plant Society, Missouri Wildflowers Nursery, Ozark Soul, Prairie Hill Farm & SunRise Gardens.
Mulch Day // Saturday, April 15th
Get your trucks and trailers ready and tell your friends… Mulch Day is returning on April 15 from 8 a.m. - noon! The mulch pile is located north of Boone Electric Cooperative’s 1413 Rangeline location at the old Everett’s restaurant property. You will enter in the driveway at the south end of the Rangeline/I-70 dogbone. Watch for the signs to direct you and then follow the line. You may stay in your vehicle as BEC’s ROW Department will load truck and trailer loads of mulch for you. There are no bags allowed, and mulch is available while supplies last. You can get as many loads as you want in the time frame.
*Anyone is welcome to get mulch, you do not have to be a BEC member. Be aware their mulch pile is lower than in years past, so it’s unlikely they will have a second Mulch Day this year. For questions, please contact their ROW Department at 573-449-4181. They will post any event updates on their Facebook page.
That’s What She Said Columbia - Presented by Accounting Plus // Saturday, April 15th
In this inaugural production in Columbia presented by Accounting Plus, 10 women from the community will take the stage and share their stories of success, joy, hardship, and overcoming barriers. This year's speakers include: Dr. Tashel Bordere, Mayor Barbara Buffaloe, Taylor Freeman, Natasha Harris, Mary Anne McCollum, Dr. Nicole Monnier, Valerie Ninichuck, Mary Ratliff, Dr. Meredith Shaw, and Jina Yoo. This is an evening for the entire community to come together and celebrate the contributions of women here in Columbia (you don't have to be a woman to attend - all are welcome!).
Click the link above to learn more about The She Said Project, see how they give back locally and to purchase your ticket!
National Kickball Day Happy Hour with Mid-Missouri Kickball League at McNally’s // Monday, April 17th
April 17th is National Kickball Day! Celebrate with our friends, Mid-Missouri Kickball League, at McNally's pub with a 10% discount off your entire tab! Wear your kickballer shirts. The Deep Eddy promo team will be out from 5:30-7:30pm!
Spring Wildflower Walk at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park // Wednesday, April 19th
Explore spring wildflowers with free and fun nature activities for children ages 0-5 and their families at the Devil’s Icebox Trail at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park! Join in the fun for a nature walk, try out some hiking child carriers, nature crafts, sensory tables, and snacks. Take home a nature book and activity kit! This event is a partnership between First Chance for Children, Missouri River Relief, and Friends of Rock Bridge Memorial State Park.
Showcase CoMo 2023 // Wednesday, April 19th
Join the Columbia Chamber of Commerce for Showcase Day 2023! This exciting Chamber day will kick-off with a Quarterly Membership Breakfast before the Showcase CoMo event begins at 9 a.m. During the event, local businesses will showcase everything from products and services to resources and involvement opportunities, giving those attending the chance to experience all that Columbia has to offer! Then, from 4-6 p.m., food & beverage vendors will join the showcase and create a happy hour experience during the event, by providing samples of the products that make their businesses unique.
The event is open to the public and everyone is invited to attend! Tickets are $5 - they will be available for purchase at the door or you can click here to purchase your tickets in advance.
Unbound Book Festival // Thursday, April 20th - Sunday, April 23rd
The Unbound Book Festival aims to bring nationally and internationally recognized authors of world-class renown to Columbia, Missouri, to talk about their books, their work, and their lives.
Their mission is to bring together readers and writers to create diverse communities, and to expose participants to new ideas and authors in order to inspire a life-long love of books and reading. Click here to learn more about the event and meet the 2023 authors!
CoMo Retro Game Convention // Saturday, April 22nd
If you're looking for retro video games ranging from Atari to Nintendo, then this is the place! They'll have vendors from across the Midwest selling Atari, Nintendo, Sony, Intellivision… you name that they'll have it! They’ll also have tournaments for the more competitive ones, and they'll even have guest panelists that come from around the country to speak here. Check out the event page at the link above for more!
Try Scuba with Diventures in Columbia // Saturday, April 29th
Ever thought about Scuba Diving? Maybe just looking for something fun to do? The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time! You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. Click here for more info and to get your tickets now!
Hello, Spring! Art & Artisan Market // Sunday, April 30th
Join Curations573 for the best, local, art & artisan, small business market around! Find high quality, gorgeous creations and products all in one location. No need to worry about the weather because we are filling the conference center at Stoney Creek Hotel with all the goodness for you. Don't miss out on this local shopping experience!
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