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February 3, 2011 | 12:00 a.m. CST
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First Thursday Book Discussion: Fifty Miles From Tomorrow
Where: Columbia Public Library
When: Feb. 3, noon to 1 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 443-3161
Online: dbrl.org/programs
Even with all the snow, a CoMo winter is nothing compared to growing up in Alaska. Fifty Miles From Tomorrow, by William L. Iggiagruk Hensley, keeps readers warm while taking a journey through his childhood and daily struggles just to stay alive.
Center Aisle Cinema: Paper Heart
Where: Columbia Public Library
When: Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 443-3161
Online: films.dbrl.org
Wherever Michael Cera and Seth Rogen bestow their acting presence, laughter is sure to follow. Winner of a 2009 Sundance Film Festival award, Paper Heart details Charlyne Yi, who plays a filmmaker, in a cross-country trip through America as she collects different thoughts about love. —JD
Black history month events:
Film discussion: The Underground Railroad
where: Armory Sports Center
when: Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.
cost: Free
call: 874-7460
online: gocolumbiamo.com/parksandrec/
The brave souls who ran the Underground Railroad faced danger, secrecy and sacrifice as they stuck up for freedom. Their stories are featured in this History Channel documentary. —JP
African mbira concert
where: The State Historical Society of Missouri
when: Feb. 10, 5:30 p.m.
cost: Free
call: 882-7083
online: shs.umsystem.edu
The African tribal instrument has traveled a long way: The thumb piano’s metallic sounds journeyed from religious gatherings in Zimbabwe to the American music scene. MU’s Anand Prahlad offers his mbira expertise. —JP
Presentation: “Tom Bass, Missouri Horseman”
where: Friends Room, Columbia Public Library
when: Feb. 15,7 p.m.
cost: Free
call: 443-3161 online: dbrl.org
Tom Bass was born a slave on a plantation near Columbia, but his talent as a horse trainer was his ticket to freedom and respect. —JP
The Story of Blind Boone
where: Friends Room, Columbia Public Library
when: Feb. 17, 7 p.m.
cost: Free
call: 443-3161
online: dbrl.org
John William “Blind” Boone tickled those ivories like no one else could. The ragtime musician lost his eyesight to a childhood illness, but he considered his blindness a source of inspiration. Historian Mike Shaw discusses Boone’s life. —JP
Gospel Explosion and Soul Food Dinner
where: St. Luke United Methodist Church
when: Feb. 27, 3 p.m.
cost: Free
call: 874-7460
online: gocolumbiamo.com
Jam out, and fill up at this event that nourishes both body and soul. Local and regional musical acts will knock your socks off before the delicious feast. —JP
Polar Plunge
Where: Stephens Lake
When: Feb. 19, 2 p.m.
Cost: Raise a minimum of $50 to plunge, Free for spectators
Call: 256-6367
Online: somo.org/columbiaplunge
With music and crazy costumes, this annual event has winter lovers diving (OK, more like running) straight into Stephens Lake … and right out again for the fourth year.
Chocolate Wine Trail
Where: Hermann Wine Trail
When: Feb. 19, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Feb. 20, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Sold out
Call: 1-800-932-8687
Online: hermannwinetrail.com
Chocolate and wine, oh, how divine. With seven wineries to explore, this post-Valentine’s Day weekend guarantees different desserts to please the palate
Mid-Missouri Home & Lifestyles Expo
Where: Hearnes Center Fieldhouse
When: Feb. 25, 2 to 8 p.m.; Feb. 26, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Feb. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $5, free for children under 12
Call: 882-4349
Online: muconf.missouri.edu/
Spring cleaning also brings home renovations, so look (or daydream) no farther than these more than 100 exhibits for a perfect indoor or outdoor lifestyle change. Peruse exhibits from American Exteriors, D&M Sound and Window World while enjoying a bite to eat.
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April
Kite Flying Day
Where: Douglass Park Ball Field
When: April 9, noon to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 874-6379
Online: gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Activities_and_Programs/special_events.php
For some of us, flying a kite is a pastime we rarely think to revisit. But, if there is a day dedicated to it, why not? A contest will take place to determine the smallest and largest flying kite and the kite that flew the highest. Put your game face on, or just relax and enjoy the view.
Earth Day
Where: Downtown Columbia near Peace Park
When: April 17, noon to 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Call: 875-0539|
Online: columbiaearthday.org
For those who keep forgetting to recycle, a friendly nudge couldn’t hurt. There will be entertainment stages, a street fair, kid’s activities and “Eco Avenue,” which is set up for educational demonstrations.
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May
The Hermann Norton Wine Trail
When: May 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; May 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Hermann Wine Trail
Cost: $30, advance purchase required
Call: 1-800-932-8687|
Online: hermannwinetrail.com
Missouri wine means a great time. Go ahead and get a little crazy with the best of the state’s grape selection in Norton wines at seven local wineries.
