tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57104725628620013942024-03-05T01:19:49.030-08:00Mid-Missouri FamilyActivities, Recreation and Events for Families in Mid-MissouriUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-77697271426113219082011-07-12T05:48:00.000-07:002011-07-12T06:44:27.325-07:00Schoolhouse Rock Live!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO69-oCuQXuqGeYknXGUjwvdhe4ZZaw-tXJ45aS6degRRUPjFmrDy9szb8mK4aT2xaXVYJEFuU7X025FHHn9AbhCk-OHAlPwvLrIq1LY8ChNV8ZlASFLhgQ2v9IL62V_x7KLnG5mUOmvg/s1600/schoolhouserock.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 142px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO69-oCuQXuqGeYknXGUjwvdhe4ZZaw-tXJ45aS6degRRUPjFmrDy9szb8mK4aT2xaXVYJEFuU7X025FHHn9AbhCk-OHAlPwvLrIq1LY8ChNV8ZlASFLhgQ2v9IL62V_x7KLnG5mUOmvg/s400/schoolhouserock.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628447055485573954" /></a> <br />The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math, science and politics through clever, tuneful songs is not only making a small-screen comeback, instructing a whole new generation to “Unpack Your Adjectives” and “Do The Circulations,” it’s lighting up stages everywhere, from school multi-purpose rooms to university and regional theatres all around the country - including our very own Columbia Entertainment Company!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB_Mtp3E3oZbAy2lnQMeDGFEuXswHteiVLafjWRbaEdGy9pKddqtqpKSlv2YeUtPMQwivj1T9YTpGLQsmjWahWMYl7HOnSStHk8AufXR57IT-00A71Ax2gSeey46kNSnykelCd0RbFO_U/s1600/billcolor.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 159px; height: 129px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB_Mtp3E3oZbAy2lnQMeDGFEuXswHteiVLafjWRbaEdGy9pKddqtqpKSlv2YeUtPMQwivj1T9YTpGLQsmjWahWMYl7HOnSStHk8AufXR57IT-00A71Ax2gSeey46kNSnykelCd0RbFO_U/s400/billcolor.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628447508740905154" /></a>Tom, a nerve-wracked school teacher nervous about his first day of teaching, tries to relax by watching TV when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music, through such beloved Schoolhouse Rock songs as “Just A Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly” and “Conjunction Junction.” <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO-hdoeDAYgQ_3GNlrAsw55yPY6QAkz-jpYzoaSROy8vmNaec1AUnY6l7SfUgNlq6SYHiCNnmsdSBgUaB1JrZ0t7cgMfbhf7bPb8gS_abReBU8bAx3nzjyuQF12B3liQP3oqkRez46IiY/s1600/anotherverb.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 154px; height: 88px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO-hdoeDAYgQ_3GNlrAsw55yPY6QAkz-jpYzoaSROy8vmNaec1AUnY6l7SfUgNlq6SYHiCNnmsdSBgUaB1JrZ0t7cgMfbhf7bPb8gS_abReBU8bAx3nzjyuQF12B3liQP3oqkRez46IiY/s400/anotherverb.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628448048327726946" /></a>The Columbia Entertainment Company (CEC) presents Schoolhouse Rock Live this weekend, at their theater on Nellwood (off Vandiver). Tickets are $10 Adults, $7 Students w/ ID & Seniors over 60, $5 children under 12. It is strongly recommended you reserve your tickets in advance, and you can do so by emailing <br /><a href="mailto:reservations@kidsintheact.org">reservations@kidsintheact.org</a><br /><br />Show dates and times:<br />Thursday, July 14 - 7:00 PM<br />Friday, July 15 - 7:00 PM<br />Saturday, July 16 - 7:00 PM<br />Sunday, July 17 - 2:00 PMUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-41297911032705852402011-07-11T16:58:00.000-07:002011-07-11T16:59:57.997-07:00Museum Day 2011 - Free Tickets!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpYyR9ldJbIlLOV4Nngy7GbFinff-1R8_5vurp-0gULxWV9ait3r-YHY_AWoP2HwR4Z8NAP9mGcMdSYA_Q3p-uq5emUWNKFB_wojvk7F7MlIQohHNHSLDxpPk-BUUKM4UFKv6ljpG6s5I/s1600/museumday.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpYyR9ldJbIlLOV4Nngy7GbFinff-1R8_5vurp-0gULxWV9ait3r-YHY_AWoP2HwR4Z8NAP9mGcMdSYA_Q3p-uq5emUWNKFB_wojvk7F7MlIQohHNHSLDxpPk-BUUKM4UFKv6ljpG6s5I/s400/museumday.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628248484679817954" /></a><br /><br />Saturday, September 24th is the Smithsonian Magazine’s 7th Annual National Museum Day and over 1,000 museums nationwide are offering two free admissions per family.<br /><br />There are 23 museums in Missouri participating, so <a href="http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/ticket/">check the website and order your free tickets</a> today!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-20955749477489096142011-06-28T16:21:00.000-07:002011-06-28T16:23:29.769-07:00Free Bowling for Kids - All Summer!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx9QAiO_qrRkSJMxXY4HAoNdenmH5bggfonMYKCwqdi-KqeZmco1qmxDuNmxuUL6lZ-hxPo7qGcFHamHbB2rn_XNC3ZfqtY8x8pOs9aj4k-UmZi8gvaCTKoTquxPUkQJa8BAUX-24edf8/s1600/solnushka.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 290px; height: 142px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx9QAiO_qrRkSJMxXY4HAoNdenmH5bggfonMYKCwqdi-KqeZmco1qmxDuNmxuUL6lZ-hxPo7qGcFHamHbB2rn_XNC3ZfqtY8x8pOs9aj4k-UmZi8gvaCTKoTquxPUkQJa8BAUX-24edf8/s400/solnushka.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5623415153805056242" /></a><br /><br />This summer, AMF Bowling centers are offering free bowling for kids!<br /><br />Their website says:<br /><br />Our Summer Unplugged promotion means free bowling for kids ages 16 and under as summer fun takes over the lanes. Parents can get weekly coupons delivered to their email inbox. Discover new, fun ways for your kids to enjoy bowling like never before with special activities and contests during this awesome summer-long promotion. <br /><br />For details or to register - <a href="http://freebowling.amf.com/">Free Bowling for Kids</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-482682293820045842011-06-09T07:53:00.001-07:002011-06-09T07:57:58.741-07:00Father's Day IdeasTwo great Father's Day options are available today online!<br /><br />The first is a Daily Deal from Inside Columbia - <a href="http://deals.insidecolumbia.net/DailyDeal">tickets to the BBQ College of Knowledge</a>, scheduled for Thursday, June 23rd at Joe Machens Toyota. Tickets online and at the event are $25, but through the link above, they're just $12.50!<br /><br />The second deal can be found on Groupon for Columbia, MO - today's deal is for <a href="http://www.groupon.com/deals/hail-ridge-golf-course">a round of golf at Hail Ridge Golf Course in Booneville for just $25 </a>(vaule up to $50).Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-90214715673237034372011-06-08T05:46:00.000-07:002011-06-08T05:52:13.299-07:00Calendar UpdatesWhile I've been remiss about updating the calendar for the last few months, I've recently updated and WOW what an incredible number of things to do this summer with the kiddos!<br /><br />As you'll see, I've added the city/town to each title listing since my calendar is for the Mid-Missouri region. That way you'll know where a particular activity is and open for more details if you're interested, rather than open it and see it's too far for your liking.<br /><br />The calendar includes listings from all around the region - Columbia, Jeff City, Booneville, Fulton, Kingdom City, Moberly and more! If you have an event or activity that's coming up, email me and I'll add it to the calendar. <br /><br />Additions to the calendar are not contingent upon sponsorship of this site or payment for placement. Listings are free - however, they are subject to review and I include only those that are appropriate for families with children.<br /><br />Have a great summer everyone!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-41230266808576742562010-09-24T13:03:00.001-07:002010-09-24T13:06:48.540-07:00Halloween Spooktacular<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMpPjrp_Vk1UUbaNQJE45u_dG19NwWHKqm_jqtrpwE3EPOjMCIELAQmiK542jPoLKrIwtk-1k7TmQASK0AlL8TmwVP72kMdst6dTkbNsFilxGfgDphP3KGc5zpLj1rTOsv4nOvx4OPbK0/s1600/sppoktacular1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 370px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMpPjrp_Vk1UUbaNQJE45u_dG19NwWHKqm_jqtrpwE3EPOjMCIELAQmiK542jPoLKrIwtk-1k7TmQASK0AlL8TmwVP72kMdst6dTkbNsFilxGfgDphP3KGc5zpLj1rTOsv4nOvx4OPbK0/s400/sppoktacular1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520573334709181874" /></a><br /><br />The Missouri Children's Museum will host Holly O. Wene's Spooktacular Mystery Party!<br /><br />You're all invited and encouraged wear your most fabulous costume, ready to have a blast with fun party games and more! There will be prizes for many categories of costume types and each child will receive a goodie bag at the end of the evening festivities. Snacks and beverages will be served.<br /><br />We also hear a rumor that Polly Pumpkin will join us - she owns the most awesome pumpkin patch in the whole world - and word has it she is planning to make a special announcement - she's retiring; it's an announcement that, if true, will have our guests trying to solve five mysteries before the end of the evening to see who wins the pumpkin patch!*<br /><br />Are you up to the challenge of the mysteries? They'll start around 5:30 PM, once our guests have arrived....the spooktacular activities throughout the evening include:<br /><br />Creative Pumpkin Challenge<br />Eyeball Hunters<br />Who Can Make the Witches Brew<br />What Halloween Thing Am I<br />What Is It, Feel It <br />Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt<br />Amazing Charade Challenge<br /><br />Snacks and beverages<br />Cupcake Decorating<br />Costume Awards & Prizes<br />Goodie Bags for all children attending<br /><br /><em>*pumpkin patch is not real, but a prize for the child/team that solves the mysteries.</em><br /><br />When: Saturday, October 30, 2010<br />Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM<br />Ages: All<br />Type: Ticketed Special Event<br /><br />This is a ticketed special event at the MOCM, so entry requires a ticket. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. <br /><br />The MOCM will close at 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 30, in advance of the party, to allow time for prepations. Last admission will be at 1:30 PM and does not include admission to the party that evening.<br /><br />Tickets will be issued by email - when you purchase your ticket, an email confirmation will be sent that you'll need to bring with you for admission the evening of the party. Email confirmations of puchase will arrive within 48-hours of your purchase (or request).<br /><br /><strong>Early Bird - September 22 to October 6</strong><br /><br />Non-Members $5.00 per person, age 3+ <br />Members: Free upon request <br /><br /><strong>Advance - October 7 to October 29</strong> <br /><br />Non-Members $7.00 per person, age 3+ <br />Members $3.50 per person <br /><br /><strong>At the Door - October 30</strong> <br /><br />Non-Members $8.00 per person, 3+ <br />Members $5.00 per person <br /><br />Age 1 & 2 $1.00 for all advance and at door tickets; Infants FREE<br /><br />For more information please see:<br />http://www.missourichildrensmuseum.com/spooktacular.htmUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-47918960387275223222010-08-16T15:36:00.000-07:002010-08-16T15:38:35.214-07:00Attention Mid-Missouri HomeschoolersThe Missouri Children's Museum offers a wide range of learning opportunities for homeschool families throughout the year - from traditional learning toys to a well stocked arts & crafts center, from our homeschool programs led by a homeschool mom to challenging activities and classes for all, we're one place you'll enjoy again and again throughout the year with your children.<br /><br />On Thursday, September 19th, come for a visit during our free Open House - from 11:00 to 1:00 homeschoolers can tour our facility with their children, speak with our homeschool program coordinator, and play-to-learn with their children. <br /><br />Admission: Free (from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM)<br /><br />The Missouri Children's Museum is located at EXIT 133 off I-70, in the farmhouse on the corner just before Slumberland at 8700 I-70 Drive SE. For additional information please call 573-886-7529.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-57574587220740514942010-05-06T09:46:00.000-07:002010-05-06T09:50:29.346-07:00Mother's Day Brunch(H/T to Inside Columbia)<br /><br />Treat the well-deserving mother in your life to something she’ll really enjoy — a delicious brunch. These restaurants are open on Mom’s special day:<br /><br />• Huevos rancheros, brioche French toast and buttermilk pancakes are just some of the items on the brunch menu at <strong>Bleu Restaurant & Wine Bar</strong> (29 S. Eighth St.). Patrons will be served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; entrée prices vary.<br /><br />• Mom can kick back with a Bistro Mary, mimosa or espresso martini to go along with her brunch at <strong>Les Bourgeois Blufftop Bistro</strong> (12847 W. Highway BB, Rocheport). Diners are welcome from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; entrée prices vary.<br /><br />• <strong>Grand Cru Restaurant</strong> (2600 S. Providence Road) serves brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Adults can enjoy the roasted turkey, roast beef and strawberry crepes for $21 per person; children ages 4-10 may eat for $10.50.<br /><br />• Order the French toast bread pudding or lobster brioche this Sunday at <strong>Mackenzie’s Prime</strong> (131 S. 10th St.). Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; entrée prices vary.<br /><br />•<strong>Boone Tavern</strong> (811 E. Walnut St.) offers a breakfast buffet from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., including peel-and-eat shrimp, chocolate-covered strawberries, honey-glazed ham, omelets, waffles and other scrumptious dishes. The buffet costs $19.95 for adults, $17.95 for seniors and $8.95 for children ages 3-12.<br /><br />•<strong>Courtyard by Marriott</strong> (3301 LeMone Industrial Blvd.) holds its fourth annual Mother’s Day buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Breakfast items include waffles, omelets and biscuits with gravy; brunch options include canapés, roasted chicken with herbs, chilled shrimp and more. Adults eat for $18.95, seniors for $16.95 and children ages 6 and older for $9.95.<br /><br />• Brunch at <strong>Hemingway’s Wine & Bistro</strong> (3910 Peachtree Drive) includes eggs, pastries, crepes, carved pineapple ham and more. Columbians are welcome to come dine between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Brunch costs $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $8 for children ages 6-12.<br /><br />• <strong>Mother’s Day Buffet</strong> is served in the Windsor Ballroom of the Holiday Inn Executive Center (2200 I-70 Drive S.W.) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The buffet costs $22 for adults, $20 for seniors and $9 for children ages 4-12. Offerings include a breakfast station complete with omelets and waffles as well as other entrées such as Mom’s Old Fashioned Pot Roast and artichoke chicken.<br /><br />• <strong>Jack’s Gourmet</strong> (1903 Business Loop 70 E.) whips up Mediterranean quiche, beef tenderloin, danishes and other goodies for a Mom’s Day brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost of the meal is $18.95 per person.<br /><br />• <strong>The Upper Crust Bakery and Café</strong> (904 Elm St., Suite 108) offers two different seating times for brunch at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Moms can look forward to a fruit display, carved rosemary and cracked pepper crusted sirloin and a dessert bar for $17.95 per adult and $9.94 for children ages 4 and older.<br /><br />• No matter whether she orders a seafood and egg crepe, Benedict of beef tenderloin or something else entirely, each mother at the Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at <strong>The Wine Cellar & Bistro</strong> (505 Cherry St.) receives a complimentary glass of champagne with her meal. Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entrée prices vary.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-87493333984278948692010-04-05T13:52:00.000-07:002010-04-05T14:28:00.965-07:00Summer Camps 2010It's that time of the year again - time to think about where to register the kiddios for summer camp! This year there are alot of options (as always) and some new ones too! Below you'll find a list of summer camps and links to the website for information (or contact information).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.missourichildrensmuseum.com/summercamp.htm"><strong>Missouri Children's Museum</strong></a> : Offering a variety of camps this summer, including ROBOLAB LEGO Robotics. Campers can register for morning, afternoon or both sessions + lunch bunch. Summer camps include LEGO building, Big Thinkers, Fabulous Fun and more!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thelittlegym.com/ColumbiaMO/Pages/camp-schedules.aspx"><strong>Little Gym</strong></a> : Once again offering uniquely themed summer camps and the option to register weekly or for just a few days! The Little Gym has a neat way they schedule - two days a week camp is in the morning, three days it's in the afternoon. Themes this year include Heros, Under the Sea, Time Travelers and more!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wilsonsfitness.com/maccamps.html"><strong>Camp MAC</strong></a> : Missouri Athletic Club (@ Wilson Fitness on Forum) offers morning and afternoon camps for kids age 5+.<br /><br /><a href="http://tryps.missouri.org/TRYPS/Summer.html"><strong>TRYPS</strong></a> : Always fun, silly and full of drama - TRYPS has a great line-up of summer camp themes for the summer. For 2010, kids television shows!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Activities_and_Programs/Camp_Adventure/"><strong>Camp Adventure</strong></a> : CAMP ADVENTURE is a summer day camp operated by the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department. CAMP ADVENTURE strongly emphasizes outdoor living skills and awareness of nature and the environment. Camp activities encourage use of the senses and development of curiosity.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mutigers.com/camps/miss-camps.html"><strong>Mizzou Sports Camps and Clinics</strong></a> : A huge list of summer camp and clinics offered through the University of Missouri!<br /><br /><a href="http://mo4h.missouri.edu/programs/summers/"><strong>Summers @ Mizzou</strong></a> : explore campus life while learning about different college majors and career opportunities while having Fun! Ages 12+<br /><br /><a href="http://www.creativedaysartstudio.com/summercreativitycamps.html"><strong>Creative Days Art Studio</strong></a> : Creative Days Art Studio has a variety of summer art camps for kids in grades K to 5. Camps are held every other week through the summer with morning and afternoon options.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cal.missouri.org/arted/summer.html"><strong>Columbia Art League Summer Camp</strong></a> : Columbia Art League (CAL) Camps are for kids and tweens who may have a favorite kind of art, yet want to try new materials, and be around other young artists. CAL Camps provide quality art instruction that mixes skill-building with opportunities for creative freedom in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. CAL Camps take full advantage of the original works of art by local artists at Columbia Art League and other cultural resources in downtown Columbia. There is no limit to the number of camps in which children can enroll for their age groups.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.craftstudio.org/summer_camp.html"><strong>Craft Studio</strong></a> : Is your child or teenager looking for something fun and creative to do this summer? The Craft Studio has what you need. Check out our Summer Art Camp schedule and find the right class for your budding artist.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.kindercare.com/summercamp/"><strong>Kindercare Summer Adventures</strong></a> : Back again in 2010, Kindercare offers a weekly theme for each of their summer camps.<br /><br /><a href="http://education.missouri.edu/orgs/adventure/hours/summer_Programs.php" target="_blank"><strong>MU Adventure Club</strong></a> : Summer Programs are offered throughout the summer in various Columbia elementary schools. Please call 573-884-2582 for more information.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.stephens.edu/academics/programs/equestrian/summerriding/"><strong>Stephen's College Summer Riding Program</strong></a> : Join the thousands of Columbia community members who have been experiencing the Stephens College summer riding program since the 1940s.<br /><br /><a href="http://music.missouri.edu/camps/" target="_blank"><strong>School of Music</strong></a> : at the University of Missouri offers a variety of music camps over the summer. Programs include Piano, Band, Choir, Composition, Strings and Orchestra Chamber!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.columbiaequestriancenter.com/"><strong>Columbia Equestrian Center</strong></a> : is again offering summer riding camps in Columbia.<br /><br /><a href="http://engineering.missouri.edu/lego/index.php"><strong>MU College of Engineering</strong></a> : LEGO Robotic Camps<br /><br /><a href="http://extension.missouri.edu/boone/4H/4hcamp/campsessions.shtml" target="_blank"><strong>Camp Clover Point 4-H Camping Summer Camp</strong></a> : for Boone and Cooper counties 4-H. Those attending join campers from across the region to celebrate a wide variety of 4-H Projects while enjoying old camp favorites like swimming, canteens and campfire ceremonies!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.midmissourifamily.com/specialneeds.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Camp Hickory Hill</strong></a> : sustains a community, culture and medically-sound program of support for <strong>children with diabetes</strong>, using their camp environment to foster education, self-reliance, confidence, an active lifestyle and skill in the successful management of diabetes.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wonderlandcamp.org/about.htm" target="_blank"><strong>Wonderland Camp</strong></a> : provides a fun, educational camp experience for mentally and physically challenged individuals, to offer a respite from daily care giving for family members and health care workers and to provide and nurture a personal development experience for volunteers and staff.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cubscoutcamp.org/" target="_blank"><strong>Cub Scout Summer Camps</strong></a> : <strong>for boys</strong> who are cub scouts to get outside, play games, swim, hike, fish, and take great adventures.<br /><br /><br /><br />-----------------------------<br /><br />As additional camp schedules are released, I'll continue to update this post, so please bookmark if you'd like to return to read the updates!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-1291988826525266382009-12-10T07:14:00.000-08:002009-12-10T07:21:25.675-08:00Opening Day for the Missouri Children's MuseumThe Missouri Children's Museum will open tomorrow, Friday, December 11, 2009. Located at exit 133 off I-70, the MOCM is in an old farmhouse on two acres. For opening day, all indoor exhibits will be open; the outdoor exhibits will open in the spring 2010.<br /><br />Among the indoor exhibits - a face painting station, the medical center, a messy art room, lots of pretend play, a toddler room, legos, trains and more!<br /><br />Admission is $7.50 per child (age 1 to 12), adults are $5.00 and infants under 1 are free. Admission includes all activities and supplies, so there are no hidden costs after you've entered the museum. Special opening weekend admission: adults are free with a paid child admission!<br /><br />The Missouri Children's Museum is the first and only hands-on play-to-learn center in the mid-Missouri region. The hours for the opening weekend are Friday & Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Sunday noon to 5:00 pm. Normal winter hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday noon to 4:00 pm.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-61797201626070488852009-09-18T11:28:00.000-07:002009-09-18T11:46:56.150-07:00Missouri Children's Museum<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyhwm-0qYnXAN4vmwWx12wRydA9eFIeUefWn3GWZs3GKuBZfZB_tpqMCh4XJAHVUaRFRZUL0ddIsP15z-RiVRjrJPjAG77gFiHfzJ_QySEwKfnVAR3kGbOY717lEawape2cp6pcy0lY7E/s1600-h/handprint.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382880107561225506" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 212px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyhwm-0qYnXAN4vmwWx12wRydA9eFIeUefWn3GWZs3GKuBZfZB_tpqMCh4XJAHVUaRFRZUL0ddIsP15z-RiVRjrJPjAG77gFiHfzJ_QySEwKfnVAR3kGbOY717lEawape2cp6pcy0lY7E/s320/handprint.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>A new children's museum - <a href="http://www.missourichildrensmuseum.com/">Missouri Children's Museum </a>- is coming to Columbia, MO and is scheduled to open this fall. </div><div> </div><div>You can become a fan and follow the progress on their <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Columbia-MO/Missouri-Childrens-Museum/134973533538">Facebook page</a>, take the survey for families with children, or check back here as more information is released. </div><div> </div><div>The plans include a fully stocked arts & crafts center, hands-on science & math activities, and a variety of other dynamic, interactive exhibits to spark imaginative learning through play. </div><div> </div><div>An <a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=1pShT_2bKFkC_2bH7rc9pTn4mQ_3d_3d">online survey </a>was recently created for input from families with children; comments and suggestions are welcome via email too - just drop a note to <a href="mailto:info@missourichildrensmuseum.com">info@missourichildrensmuseum.com</a>. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-54960029381893790772009-09-10T06:03:00.000-07:002009-09-10T06:07:02.206-07:00Learn Through Play - Columbia, MOA new learn through play center is coming to Columbia, MO in the near future and you can take a survey to provide ideas and more here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=1pShT_2bKFkC_2bH7rc9pTn4mQ_3d_3d">Play Through Learn Center - Columbia, MO</a><br /><br />You can also comment here about what types of things you'd like to see in the future!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-34482575461144835002009-09-09T10:21:00.000-07:002009-09-09T10:26:52.989-07:00We're Now 100% Blog Format at Mid-Missouri FamilyWhile it too a bit longer than anticipated, we've migrated our resources to a 100% blog format and now have two domains you can find us with:<br /><br />Our recognized domain name, <a href="http://www.midmissourifamily.com/">http://www.midmissourifamily.com/</a>, will continue to work and direct you here....or you can now bookmark <a href="http://midmissourifamily.blogspot.com/">MidMissouriFamily.blogspot.com</a> and also find us here!<br /><br />Our new format allows for easier and faster updates, especially to our calendar, and a richer communication format for visitors wishing to leave comments. We hope our readers will continue to visit often and check the calendar - and <a href="mailto:midmofamily@aol.com">send us an email </a>if there is an event or activity you know of that isn't yet on our calendar!<br /><br />Thanks to all of you for making <a href="http://www.midmissourifamily.com/">http://www.midmissourifamily.com/</a> a popular resource for Mid-Missouri families!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-90747207495393520762009-09-09T10:14:00.000-07:002009-09-09T10:21:08.425-07:00This Weekend: Just Between Friends!Are you ready for some great fall and back-to-school bargains?<br /><br />If you are, head up to the Boone County Fairgrounds this weekend for the Just Between Friends Fall Consignment Sale Event - there you're find lots of variety for gently-used children's clothes, toys, baby equipment, nursery furniture, outdoor play equipment, DVDs, books and pretty much anything that has to do with raising kids!<br /><br />The sale runs two days: Friday, September 11th, from 10:00am to 7:00pm and again on Saturday, September 12th, from 8:00am to 1:00pm.<br /><br />The sale benefits, in part, The Lighthouse Shelter.<br /><br />For more information, go to <a href="http://www.jbfsale.com/">www.jbfsale.com</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-76644665379937654802009-08-19T09:47:00.000-07:002009-08-19T09:55:48.736-07:00Playhouse Disney - Live on Tour: October 25, 2009<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtx-OQpvArZ-sGRHlvVWAt1CwFXXOjgcL3ONh6WAyAit1oOXlvb5p4vrqKbx3JvdMEIoG4uB9E3Cu0Ahk95ua5oS6p49fsz8l65lG0h8GDv57zA53Re7lwoadQUnwxatTwZ5JQuQX3A0U/s1600-h/13731a.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371717664612902882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 205px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 115px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtx-OQpvArZ-sGRHlvVWAt1CwFXXOjgcL3ONh6WAyAit1oOXlvb5p4vrqKbx3JvdMEIoG4uB9E3Cu0Ahk95ua5oS6p49fsz8l65lG0h8GDv57zA53Re7lwoadQUnwxatTwZ5JQuQX3A0U/s400/13731a.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Celebrate with your Playhouse Disney pals when Playhouse Disney Live! comes to Columbia! </div><div></div><div>In this brand new live show, you're invited to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a spectacular music party for all his friends.<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div>The Little Einsteins set off on a musical mission around the world to find a song for the party - with the help of Rocket, of course!<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div>Pooh, Tigger and Darby spring into action to search for music in the Hundred Acre Wood.</div><div></div><div></div><div>Aand Handy Manny and his team of tools find the perfect party beat.<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div>Laugh, sing and play along 'cause your favorite Playhouse Disney pals are live on stage and you're invited to join the party!<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div>All kids one & older <em>must have a ticket</em>.<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div>You can <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/Hearnes-Center-tickets-Columbia/venue/49716">purchase tickets online at Ticketmaster</a>. The show is scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2009 at the Hearnes Center at the University of Missouri.<br /><br />Show time is 1:00pm.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-84573103933753434412009-08-19T07:55:00.001-07:002009-08-19T08:02:31.815-07:00Family Fun Fest: It's a Circus<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqpDB3g1nuGPKkEci_Fv69-a9-s_oHzkqTRkEkzxYZJpoajxGmHSVaS2q8-JxzbLBn9sUniYV3S7FfLxpFP_OJ3oiB2fbVCQKAehcoqftsnw11JxNUakAn6hho00DlgA6MVNFWwm7Kv0/s1600-h/Super-kids-circus-show-festival-cairns-U.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371690454443946498" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 363px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqpDB3g1nuGPKkEci_Fv69-a9-s_oHzkqTRkEkzxYZJpoajxGmHSVaS2q8-JxzbLBn9sUniYV3S7FfLxpFP_OJ3oiB2fbVCQKAehcoqftsnw11JxNUakAn6hho00DlgA6MVNFWwm7Kv0/s400/Super-kids-circus-show-festival-cairns-U.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>It's time again for another Family Fun Fest night at Flat Branch Park in downtown Columbia!<br /><br />If you haven't heard, this new family event transforms Flat Branch Park into fun central with a new theme each month! Entertainment for the entire family features music, special performances, art activities, bounce-houses, hands-on activities, balloon-animals, face painting and guaranteed fun for all ages.<br /><br />In addition, a bike valet will be available for your bicycle or stroller courtesy of the PedNet Coalition.<br /><br />This month's Family Fun Fest theme tonight - <strong>It's a Circus</strong> - can be enjoyed from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Flat Branch Park, 4th and Cherry. Best of all - it's free!<br /><br />There will be performing dogs, the Big Top Circus Band, magic and clowning around.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-651525834383923472009-08-19T07:42:00.000-07:002009-08-19T07:47:30.466-07:00Kids Learning to Cook<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO2akqgb35A4ex9ch_PmrhQzdnHUliEi06DK2isUr3G2bzoeaGGDG0PXkOpz41U6ZUGasOzVU9NYyX8rQ4OXDAcITIY5-9BzcbGZ8rfq2Gi9kG_a6A4Dbn-_ZkFOMTuzz2Y2lJRdZoqUI/s1600-h/cookin36.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371686566804196674" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 210px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 210px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO2akqgb35A4ex9ch_PmrhQzdnHUliEi06DK2isUr3G2bzoeaGGDG0PXkOpz41U6ZUGasOzVU9NYyX8rQ4OXDAcITIY5-9BzcbGZ8rfq2Gi9kG_a6A4Dbn-_ZkFOMTuzz2Y2lJRdZoqUI/s400/cookin36.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Learning to cook is more than just following a recipe - there's knife skills, cooking methods, and basic chemistry at work in all good meal preparation! Learning by doing is what cooking is all about.<br /><br />From September through April, on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, kids and parents have the opportunity to learn to cook together at the Armory Sports Center. In this class, you learn to prepare a variety of fun foods - pizza, cookies, cakes, homemade breads. There will be many different kinds of food to try. This will help young people learn there's more to life than the microwave!<br /><br />The class starts at 6:00pm and is free!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-32031982513364055622009-08-18T15:45:00.000-07:002009-08-19T07:48:22.807-07:00Tennis Lessons<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp-CFc5din9HwronJvpteDc9emku5my-t1CvryuGpcc5Yd-jc2OAftxoandXKFf_MiGTeTB0-WLZ2-PNRvRLq09AD1cqWZlGHxZ3WA5Q41xyzTJ6nP8XVutk4R7XcfENyZSVJ9XVJ4nbM/s1600-h/tennis64.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371686811359807970" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 251px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 220px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp-CFc5din9HwronJvpteDc9emku5my-t1CvryuGpcc5Yd-jc2OAftxoandXKFf_MiGTeTB0-WLZ2-PNRvRLq09AD1cqWZlGHxZ3WA5Q41xyzTJ6nP8XVutk4R7XcfENyZSVJ9XVJ4nbM/s400/tennis64.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Jefferson City YMCA - Firley Center</strong><br />525 Ellis Boulevard<br />Jefferson City, MO<br />573-761-9000 <a href="http://www.jcymca.org/sports/tennis.php" target="_blank">website</a><br /><br />Description: The Firley Center offers 4 indoor tennis courts and 6 outdoor courts. Youth must be at least 14 years old to play on the courts without an adult from 5-10 p.m. on weekdays. This rule may be waived if youth have completed a YMCA tennis class. Group and private instruction is available for all ages and skill levels.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-89366510397466136542009-08-18T15:15:00.000-07:002009-08-18T15:18:39.231-07:00Missouri State Fair<a href="http://www.mostatefair.com/images/09head.gif"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 343px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 182px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.mostatefair.com/images/09head.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Head to Sedalia between now and August 23 and enjoy the Missouri State Fair - open daily - free parking!</div><div> </div><div>Hours, Entertainment Schedule, Competitions, Maps and more on the <a href="http://www.mostatefair.com/">MO State Fair website</a>!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-16444142355287863912009-08-18T14:29:00.000-07:002009-08-19T12:53:11.064-07:004th Friday Kid's Night Out: August 28<a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Activities_and_Programs/images/E_BW_PRLogo.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 254px" alt="" src="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Activities_and_Programs/images/E_BW_PRLogo.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Each month, on the fourth Friday, the Parks & Recreation Department hosts the 4th Friday Kids Night Out at the Stephen's Lake Activity Center from 6:00pm to 9:30pm. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>For just $15 per child, kids enjoy three-and-a-half hours of fun making crafts, playing games, having a snack and watching a movie while their parents have some time out on the town!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Pre-registration is required, so if you'd like to sign your child up for the August 4th Friday Kids Night out - call 573-874-7460, or <a href="https://www.gocolumbiamo.com/webtrac/vsiwebtrac.html">register online</a>!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The program is for children 4 to 10 and potty-trained 3-year olds may join older siblings. It is recommended that children wear play clothes that can dirty (arts & craft projects).</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-74318265650256241012009-08-18T12:24:00.000-07:002009-08-18T12:25:41.711-07:00Boating & FishingRelax on the water...<br />What better way to spend a lazy day, relaxing on the water and casting your line? Here in Mid-Missouri we have lakes, streams and rivers galore - all just waiting to be navigated and fished! Here you'll find where to rent a boat, get fishing equipment and cast your line!<br /><br /><strong>Mighty Mo Canoe Rental</strong><br />205 Central Street<br />Rocheport, MO 65279<br />573-698-3903 <a href="http://www.mighty-mo.com/" target="_blank">website</a><br /><br />Description: Come paddle the Missouri River through its most picturesque Mid-Missouri scenery. The towering bluffs and forested banks rekindle the aura of the days of Lewis & Clark. Join our guided canoe & kayak excursions for a first-hand exploration of our country's great river and our nation's epic history. Our small groups of canoes and kayaks offer both beginners and experienced paddlers an intimate trip setting and scenery they will never forget.<br /><br /><strong>Twin Lakes Recreation Area - Paddle Boat Rentals</strong><br />Pirate's Landing<br />Twin Lakes Recreation Area<br />2500 Chapel Hill Road<br />Columbia, MO 65203<br />573-445-8839 (in-season) 573-874-7460 (off-season) <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Aquatics/paddle_boat.php" target="_blank">website</a><br /><br />Description: Two and four seater paddle boats available for rental to take out on Twin Lakes; boaters younger than 12 must be accompanied by an adult.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-56563820156602103422009-08-18T11:32:00.000-07:002009-08-18T12:14:41.611-07:00Columbia PlaygroundsColumbia has more than 30 playgrounds to choose from. Below is a list to help you find a playground near you, or try a new playground for a change of pace!<br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Again Street Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/again8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />1200 Again Street<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/again8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Albert-Oakland Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Albert-Oakland/documents/oakland8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />1900 Blue Ridge Road<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Albert-Oakland/documents/oakland8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>American Legion Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/legion_8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />602 South Legion Lane<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/legion_8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Auburn Hills Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Auburn_Hills/documents/auburnhillsasbuilt.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />5101 Derby Ridge Dr.<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br /><br /><strong>Bear Creek Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/bearcreek8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />1402 Elleta Boulevard<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br /><br /><strong>Cliff Drive Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Cliff_Drive/documents/cliffdrive_8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />1819 Cliff Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Cliff_Drive/documents/cliffdrive_8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Columbia Cosmopolitan Recreation Area - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Cosmo_Park/documents/cosmo8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />Cosmo Park<br />1615 Business Loop 70 West<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Cosmo_Park/documents/cosmo8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Cosmo-Bethel Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Cosmo-Bethel/documents/cosmobethel8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />4500 Bethel Street<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Cosmo-Bethel/documents/cosmobethel8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Douglass Park & Pool - </strong><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/douglass8x11.pdf"><strong>Park Map</strong></a><br />400 North Providence Road<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/douglass8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Downtown Optimist Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/downtown_optimist_8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />100 East Forest Avenue<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/downtown_optimist_8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Dublin Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/Dublin8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />4101 Dublin Avenue<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/Dublin8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Fairview Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Fairview/documents/fairview8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />1001 Fairview Road<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />Note: Playground is the school's play equipment and includes the:--Jungle gyms --Monkey bars--Slides--Swings<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Fairview/documents/fairview8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Flat Branch Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Flat_Branch/documents/fb1and2map.pdf">Park Map ( Phases I & II)</a></strong><br />101 S. 4th Street (Phase I)<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />400 Locust St. (Phase II)<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Flat_Branch/documents/fb1and2map.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Highpointe Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/highpointe8x12.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />801 Huntridge Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/highpointe8x12.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Indian Hills Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/indianhills8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />5009 Aztec Boulevard<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/indianhills8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Kiwanis Park - </strong><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/kiwanis_8x11.pdf"><strong>Park Map</strong></a><br />926 College Park Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />Note: Playground is the school equipment<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/kiwanis_8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Lions-Stephens Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/stephens8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />104 North William Street<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/stephens8x11.pdf"></a><br />*****************************************<br /><strong>Longview Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Longview_Property/documents/Longview-asbuilt6-4-08.pdf">Park Map </a></strong><br />4980 Gillespie Bridge Rd.<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Longview_Property/documents/Longview-asbuilt6-4-08.pdf"></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8pWnuZFqXur1T9l13tRkoGNX6iB-9fEc7pjKkzn-1ZS1njlqxJNA5L9iJsJW3zXRj4P37zm8LGCk3n8J2YyN9YaQInfT28ZfSOu04-RpOMOGUNlb_66Ygkd4yXRQkAhgffhUNBRFgYJY/s1600-h/longview_park.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371383633409007234" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 187px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8pWnuZFqXur1T9l13tRkoGNX6iB-9fEc7pjKkzn-1ZS1njlqxJNA5L9iJsJW3zXRj4P37zm8LGCk3n8J2YyN9YaQInfT28ZfSOu04-RpOMOGUNlb_66Ygkd4yXRQkAhgffhUNBRFgYJY/s400/longview_park.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />****************************************<br />Louisville Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Louisville_Park/documents/louisville_for_web.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />806 Louisville Dr.<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Louisville_Park/documents/louisville_for_web.pdf"></a><br />****************************************<br /><strong>McKee Street Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/mckee8x11.pdf">Park Map </a></strong><br />1900 McKee Street<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/mckee8x11.pdf"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6qwzJx6fxvQHmgGO9zB0sttkAVh14reZ-o-SNeHT12MNWHEk3SeWCanlxohdv0q2Or5XPo0QPLHCF9E4pNUM0AkYdGvBXfQG1wysOEeZicujTjc9ve2d1GiJuDq1TqOx7Yn9nTYBfank/s1600-h/mckeeplay1.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371384092683424706" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 195px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6qwzJx6fxvQHmgGO9zB0sttkAVh14reZ-o-SNeHT12MNWHEk3SeWCanlxohdv0q2Or5XPo0QPLHCF9E4pNUM0AkYdGvBXfQG1wysOEeZicujTjc9ve2d1GiJuDq1TqOx7Yn9nTYBfank/s400/mckeeplay1.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />******************************************<br />Oakwood Hills Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/oakwoodhills8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />2421 Lynnwood Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/oakwoodhills8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Parkade Park - </strong><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/parkade-8x11.pdf"><strong>Park Map</strong></a><br />2200 Bear Creek Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />Note: Two playgrounds - one is school equipment<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/parkade-8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Proctor Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/proctor-8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />411 Proctor Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />Note: Playground is a single, two swing, swingset<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/proctor-8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Rock Bridge Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/rock-bridge-8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />201 Miramar Lane<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/rock-bridge-8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Rock Quarry Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/rock-quarry-8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />2002 Grindstone Parkway<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/rock-quarry-8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Rothwell Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/rothwell8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />309 Rothwell Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/rothwell8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Shepard Boulevard Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/shepard-8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />2717 Shepard Boulevard<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />Note: Playground is school equipment<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/shepard-8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Smithton Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/smithton8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />3501 West Worley Street<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/smithton8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Stephens Lake Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/sl_masterplan_funded.pdf">Park Map</a> </strong><br />2001 E. Broadway<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/sl_masterplan_funded.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Twin Lakes Recreation Area - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Twin_Lakes/documents/twinlakes8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />2500 Chapel Hill Road<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Parks/Twin_Lakes/documents/twinlakes8x11.pdf"></a><br /><br /><strong>Valleyview Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/valleyview8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />2210 Garden Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/valleyview8x11.pdf"></a><br />*******************************************<br /><strong>Westwinds Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/westwinds8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />1132 Westwinds Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/westwinds8x11.pdf"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt59xH6T1e17P_GWvJo6gqNGvD1PKrN0j7-SlNEej5ppukEWRtcHyBffHLM87aPrYgrgjRF7E4pqpRtHoR0qMzImsbTTZkEm1THR7vkrM7Dpp0CSm-ED3Cli7iCmS8ZfMxaRgA_8i50Sw/s1600-h/westwinds_park1.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371382260848523570" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 187px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt59xH6T1e17P_GWvJo6gqNGvD1PKrN0j7-SlNEej5ppukEWRtcHyBffHLM87aPrYgrgjRF7E4pqpRtHoR0qMzImsbTTZkEm1THR7vkrM7Dpp0CSm-ED3Cli7iCmS8ZfMxaRgA_8i50Sw/s400/westwinds_park1.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><br /><strong></strong><br /><br /><strong>*******************************************</strong><br /><strong>Woodridge Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/woodridge8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />3532 Berrywood Drive<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br />*******************************************<br /><strong>Worley Street Park - <a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/worley8x11.pdf">Park Map</a></strong><br />503 West Worley Street<br />Columbia, MO<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhesgBq-qCkekLbhqDlZ8pVKn_TmtpEGrU8wsY7HLzytXhUtNO2zFYVJTshIAmH-0BDG1Yg4wS1SNFcZlojybohWuX74fcS6tUQmaCxKHNzyBrCph2pZbJ9j6L23QvvJr5CN-BOilaqMWQ/s1600-h/worleyplay.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371381913934098850" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 171px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhesgBq-qCkekLbhqDlZ8pVKn_TmtpEGrU8wsY7HLzytXhUtNO2zFYVJTshIAmH-0BDG1Yg4wS1SNFcZlojybohWuX74fcS6tUQmaCxKHNzyBrCph2pZbJ9j6L23QvvJr5CN-BOilaqMWQ/s400/worleyplay.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Documents/worley8x11.pdf"></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-60675507245699341982009-08-18T10:37:00.000-07:002009-08-18T10:39:29.535-07:00BowlingThe sport is perfect for the kids!<br /><br />You don't have to be a great athlete to excel nor do you have to be strong or have great coordination.<br /><br />If you practice enough at it, you can be very good at it.<br /><br />And it's a great family-friendly activity parents can also participate in with their children!<br /><br />Hey, why not?<br /><br /><strong>Town & Country Lanes</strong><br />1508 N. Providence<br />Columbia, MO<br />573-442-4729 <a href="http://www.amf.com/townandcountrylanesmo/centerHomepage.htm" target="_blank">Town & Country Lanes</a><br /><br />Ages: Pre-school and older<br /><br />Description: AMF bowling with open bowling, clubs and leagues.<br /><br /><strong>West Gate Lanes</strong><br />2017 Christy Lane<br />Jefferson City, MO 65101<br />573-636-7108<br /><br />Ages: Preschool and older<br /><br />Description: Twenty-four lane bowling alley, billiard tables, pinball and video games, snack bar and full service pro shop.<br /><br /><strong>Fulton Bowling Center</strong><br />530 Commons Drive<br />Fulton, MO<br />573-592-1000 <a href="http://fultonbowling.com/" target="_blank">website</a><br /><br />Ages: Preschool and older<br /><br />Description: Family fun in Fulton - full-service 16-lane bowling alley, arcade and more!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-33153810279330744142009-08-18T10:33:00.000-07:002009-08-18T10:36:09.060-07:00Nature Centers & Gardens<strong>Shelter Insurance Gardens</strong><br />1817 W. Broadway<br />Columbia, MO 65216<br /><a href="http://www.shelterinsurance.com/shelterwebnew.nsf/14c5ffce8581ce1b86256aef0072dbf5/3baddded51ed74ce86256b98006763bf!OpenDocument" target="_blank">Website</a><br /><br />Description: Award-winning five-acre garden with more than 300 varieties of trees and shrubs, and more than 15,000 annuals and perennials. The gardens feature a replica one-room school house, a "sensory garden" designed for the visually impaired, a memorial to Vietnam Veterans, a waterfall and reflecting pool, stream, rose garden, gazebo, giant sundial and more. Free concerts on designated Sunday evenings in June & July.<br /><br />Free, open daily dawn to dusk. Closed on Christmas day.<br /><br /><strong>Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Garden</strong><br />800 S. Stadium Boulevard<br />Columbia MO<br />573-874-7460<br /><br />Description: These landscaped gardens with walkways & benches provide a quiet setting for individuals or a place to hold cultural events. The writings of Dr. King are displayed as part of a sculptured amphitheater with eight triangular upright columns. Located next to the MKT Trail, the Garden is free and open to the public and has ample parking.<br /><br /><strong>Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area</strong><br />6700 North Route K<br />McBaine, MO<br />573-445-3882<br /><br />Description: This 4,269-acre wetland area provides 10 miles of stream frontage on Eagle Bluffs. These marshes provide year-round habitat for migrating and wintering birds as well as a permanent home for wildlife.<br /><br /><strong>Pinnacles Youth Park</strong><br />U.S. Hwy 63 N, 12 Miles north of Columbia<br />573-445-9792<br /><br />Description: This 70-acre private park is open to the public during daylight hours. Silver Fork Creek and Kelly Creek formed the Pinnacles, a thin 75-foot high and 1,000 foot long Burlington limestone ridge. Several trails exist to explore the rock formations.<br /><br /><strong>Rock Bridge Memorial State Park</strong><br />5901 South Hwy. 163<br />Columbia, MO 65203<br />573-449-7402 <a href="http://www.mostateparks.com/rockbridge/geninfo.htm" target="_blank">website</a><br />E-mail: <a href="mailto:moparks@dnr.mo.gov">moparks@dnr.mo.gov</a><br /><br />Description: Open year-round, dawn to dusk, this 2273-acre day-use park features a natural rock bridge formation, tours of Devil's Icebox Cave, hiking trails, shelter & picnic areas and the Gans Creek Wild Area.<br /><br /><strong>Carnahan Memorial Gardens</strong><br />100 Madison St.<br />Jefferson City, MO 65101<br />573-751-3330<br /><br />Description: A striking complement to the Capital Complex, the Garden, located next to the Governor's Mansion, was constructed in the late 1930s. The site is filled with flowers, pools, and walkways. After the death of Gov. Mel Carnahan, the garden was renamed the Carnahan Memorial Gardens, as a memorial to his work.<br /><br /><strong>Runge Conservation Nature Center</strong><br />P.O. Box 180<br />Mo. Hwy. 179<br />Jefferson City, MO 65102<br />573-526-5544 <a href="http://mdc.mo.gov/areas/cnc/runge/" target="_blank">website</a><br /><br />Description: At the Runge Conservation Nature Center, come and enjoy the wonders of Missouri's habitats and the fish, forest and wildlife resources found in the Show-Me State. Get acquainted with beauty as we travel from the rugged prairies of the north to the swamplands of the Bootheel.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710472562862001394.post-40533294196808831352009-08-18T10:30:00.000-07:002009-08-18T10:32:02.805-07:00Homeschool GroupsHomeschooling is a popular method of educating children in Missouri - knowing the laws, requirements and where to find resources makes it a lot easier once you're on your way!<br /><br /><strong>Columbia Homeschooling Resource Group</strong><br /><a href="http://chrg.missouri.org/" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><br /><br />Description: CHRG is an organization for mid Missouri homeschoolers. Whether you homeschool full time, part time or are simply interested in finding supplemental learning activities for your children, CHRG welcomes you. We are an inclusive group of families which welcomes many different styles of homeschooling. We are mindful and respectful that homeschoolers come from all religions, backgrounds, and cultures - therefore our focus is strictly educational and social in nature. We embrace this diversity and are bound together by the common goal of giving our children the best homeschooling experience possible. CHRG is a cooperative organization whose success requires that each family contribute to planning and implementing our activities. If our homeschool programs interest you and you want to join our community, please contact us. New members are always warmly welcomed.<br /><br /><strong>Christian Fellowship Homeschoolers<br /></strong><a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cfc_homeschoolers/" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><br /><br />Description: This group is for members of Christian Fellowship Church of Columbia MO who homeschool. We can encourage one another, share our lives, get help, and plan events, and whatever else we need to talk about!<br /><br /><strong>Moberly Missouri Home School Group</strong><br /><a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/moberlyhomeschool/" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><br /><br />Description: Homeschoolers group for Moberly, MO.<br /><br /><strong>Kingdom Homeschoolers</strong><br /><a href="http://kingdomhomeschoolers.com/" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><br /><br />Description: The Kingdom Homeschoolers are a group of homeschooling families located in Callaway County. We are comprised of families who join together to share the common desire of interacting with other homeschoolers and to share resources to promote success in our homeschooling journeys. Family members represent a wide range of approach to learning and teaching styles, and our group does not endorse any specific philosophy of education. All activities are set up and organized by The Kingdom Homeschoolers families. Family participation and involvement is crucial to the group but never mandatory.<br /><br /><strong>OPEN Path Network</strong><br /><a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OpenPathNetwork/" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><br /><br />Description: The Open Path Network (OPEN for short) is to help people enable, support or encourage other people with the common goal of children having the opportunity for a home education that might be described as: un-schooling, child-led, life learning, TCS, natural learning, sometimes attachment parenting, and many more. Anyone from any location may join for discussion although I would especially like to get some members from my local area of Fulton Missouri (Columbia, Jefferson City, Kingdom City, Ashland, New Bloomfield, Millersburg, Auxvasse, Mexico, California, Tipton, Booneville, Sedalia, etc.) would be especially welcomed so we could have field trips. This is an all inclusive group meaning that there is no religion involved.<br /><br /><strong>Jefferson City Secular Homeschoolers<br /></strong><a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JeffCitySecularHomeschoolers/" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><br /><br />Description: Do you homeschool? Are you looking for a group that focuses on social activities? A new group is forming in Jeff City to support parents who are interested in secular homeschooling and unschooling. The goal is to provide a social and educational network for our children. We recognize that diversity is an asset and welcome people of any or no religion, as well as people of all colors, sexual orientations, genders, political beliefs and ages.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3