PRINTSummer calendar
May 22, 2008 | 12:00 a.m. CST
MAY
“Art of It All” Carnival and Circus Celebration
As part of the grand re-opening of the Missouri Theatre, there will be a 1920s-style carnival complete with dunking tanks and a Ferris wheel. Win prizes at games set up along Ninth Street, and have your portrait drawn by a caricaturist.
Where: Ninth Street
When: May 31, Outdoor Carnival 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Nimble Arts performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Cost: Free; Nimble Arts performances $10 – 20
Call: 875-0600
Visit: motheatre.org
JUNE
Fire Spinning Show with The Fried Crawdaddies
Twilight Festival is hosting Sphyre of Prometheus, a fire-spinning group that will be performing to the beat of The Fried Crawdaddies.
Where: Flat Branch Park, 101 South Fourth Street
When: June 5, 6 – 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 442-6816
National Trails Day 5K Walk/Run and 10K Bike
Start at the MKT Stadium entrance, and enjoy a day of outdoor weather while learning about Missouri’s wildlife,
Cost: Free
Call: 874-7460
Visit: gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec
“Reel” Time with Kids fishing clinic
Bass Pro Shop, with some help from the Missouri Department of Conservation, opens up its pond to children for a day of fishing fun.
Where: Bass Pro Shop Sportsman’s Center, 3100 Vandiver Drive
When: June 7, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 886-7100
Visit: gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/
Art in the Park
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the state’s largest art festival will arrive in Columbia. Artists’ work will be on display and musicians will perform live at various stages throughout the park. Hands-on art projects and food are also available.
Where: Stephens Lake Park, Old Highway 63 and Broadway
When: June 7 – 8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 443-2131
Visit: artinthepark.missouri.org
Juneteenth Celebration
Originally a Southern celebration, Juneteenth Day celebrates June 19, 1865, when Texas slaves were finally informed of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Where: Douglass Park, 400 North Providence
When: June 14 – 15, 2 – 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 874-7460
Visit: gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/
Go Skateboarding Day
Watch performances by skate teams and enter skate trick contests to win a prize.
Where: Columbia Skate Park at Cosmo Park
When: June 21, 2 – 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 874-7460
Visit: gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/
Shelter Gardens Summer Concert Series
Where: Shelter Gardens
When: Sundays, 7 p.m.
June 15, Columbia Community Band
June 22, Ironweed
June 29, Kansas City Street Band
Call: 214-4708
Visit: shelterinsurance.com
JULY
Stephens Lake Outdoor Cinema
July 11, 9 p.m. Some Like it Hot
Where: Stephens Lake Park, Old Highway 63 and Broadway
Cost: $3
Call: 874-7460
Web site: gocolumbiamo.com
Missouri River 340
This canoe and kayak race starts in Kansas City and ends in St. Charles. Watch the competitors pass by at Cooper’s Landing, 11505 South Easley River Road.
When: July 15 – 19
Cost: Free
Call: (913) 244-4666
Visit: rivermiles.com
Shelter Gardens Summer Concert Series
Enjoy the music of Missouri bands while enjoying the blooming flowers and foliage at Shelter Gardens.
Where: Shelter Gardens, 1817 W. Broadway
When: Sundays, 7 p.m.
July 13, Banana Oil Pan Band
July 20, Norm Ruebling Band
July 27, Columbia Community Band
Call: 214-4708
Visit: shelterinsurance.com
AUGUST
Stephens Lake Outdoor Cinema
Aug. 8, 8:45 p.m. The Spiderwick Chronicles
Where: Stephens Lake Park, Old Highway 63 and Broadway
Cost: $3
Call: 874-7460
Visit: gocolumbiamo.com
Garage Band Bash
The Annual “Back to School” Garage Band Bash features various Columbia teen bands.
Where: Parking garage at Sixth and Cherry streets
When: August 15, 7 - 10 p.m.
Cost: $2
Call: 874-7460
Visit: gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/
Punt, Pass and Kick competition
The NFL-sponsored competition for kids is coming to Columbia. Boys and girls compete separately in this test of basic football skills.
Where: Cosmo Park, 1615 Business Loop 70 West
When: Aug. 16, 9:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 874-7460
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