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SUMMARY:Greek Week Carnival to celebrate World Autism Month
DESCRIPTION:Mizzou Greek week is hosting a carnival for friends of the Thompson Foundation for Autism & Neurodevelopment on Saturday\, April 8. \nThis event is open to the public\, free\, and no advance registration is required!
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/greek-week-carnival-to-celebrate-world-autism-month/
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Community Appreciation Week Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join Mid America Bank April 24th-29th at any branch during lobby hours as we host a Community Appreciation Week Open House! Enjoy refreshments and gift\, while supplies last. Also for every entry to win a gift basket\, we’ll donate $10 to a local charity! For a complete list of hours and locations visit www.midambk.com/locations
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/community-appreciation-week-open-house/
LOCATION:Mid America Bank
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230428
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
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SUMMARY:Stomp Out Abuse at Cooper's Ridge
DESCRIPTION:Join Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption in Stomping Out Abuse. Every day\, CMFCAA works extremely hard to provide critical services and resources to vulnerable foster\, adoptive\, and kinship children\, youth\, and families. This year\, there are over 1\,300 reported incidents of abuse and neglect in Boone County alone. We want to try to do our part to stop the abuse. For those neglected children we will be hosting a new event in the Columbia area. We want to invite you to join us for the inaugural Stomp Out Abuse fundraiser on April 27\, 2023\, at Cooper’s Ridge across the Missouri River in Boonville\, MO. We will have silent auction items\, a\nwhiskey pull\, a wine pull\, and some good old-fashioned country music to dance to. In 2022\, we expanded the number of counties we serve from 13 to 24. We more than doubled our staff and added two new programs: Extreme Family Finding and Adoption Advocacy. We have big ideas for 2023\, including expanding our Odyssey respite program\, recruiting and training more foster and adoptive parents through our Family Development Program\, and providing more\nassistance to young adults through our Community Connections Youth Project. CMFCAA is looking forward to a fun and successful Stomp Out Abuse event and asks for your generous support by taking part in this amazing event. With your help\, CMCAA can continue to\npursue our mission and vision throughout 2023.\nTickets are $25 a piece and can be bought here: https://mofosteradopt.salsalabs.org/stomptickets
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/stomp-out-abuse-at-coopers-ridge/
LOCATION:Cooper’s Ridge\, 24991 MO-98\, Boonville\, MO\, 65233
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230427T113000
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SUMMARY:Cole County Senior Network Spring Event
DESCRIPTION:Cole County Senior Network is a group of local businesses that cater to the needs of the older adult population in Cole County\, MO. Older adults are encouraged to attend our event to learn what valuable resources are available for you in our community. The event is “Cruise through Cole County” and over 18 vendors will be present. Participants will be entered to win one of several door prizes. The Linc will be offering a free demonstration course for their Active Living program!
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/cole-county-senior-network-spring-event/
LOCATION:The Linc\, 1299 Lafayette Street\, Jefferson City\, 65101
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230404T154232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T154232Z
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SUMMARY:Resource Tree Days by Resource Tree & Land
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Earth Day? Need an activity for the kiddos? Looking for field trip credit? Want to learn more about trees and tree care? Be sure to mark this down on your calendar!\nResource Tree & Land invites the entire Columbia community to their Annual Tree Days on April 22nd & 29th from 10am-5pm each day.\nThis festival style event is geared towards appreciating nature\, learning about trees and having fun. This event will have all types of family friendly activities:\n Be a Tree Professional – ride a tree lift and climb a tree in a climbing saddle\n Educational tree activities\n Bounce houses\n Yard games\n Ninja course\n Petting zoo\nAnd more…
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/resource-tree-days-by-resource-tree-land/
LOCATION:Resource Tree and Land\, 4385 N Route E\, Columbia\, 65202
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrea Lyn Events":MAILTO:info@andrealynevents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230421T162450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T162450Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Lange
DESCRIPTION:Lange Middle School’s 25th Anniversary celebration \nFree event with a parade\, presentations\, food\, games\, a raffle\, photos\, and more!
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/celebrate-lange/
LOCATION:Lange Middle School 2201 E. Smiley Ln.\, 2201 E. Smiley Ln.\, Columbia\, 65203
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230503T190000
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SUMMARY:Reception Celebrating Sister Jean Dietrich's Retirement
DESCRIPTION:After 50 years of service in education\, Sister Jean Dietrich will celebrate her retirement from Helias Catholic following the 2022-23 school year!\nA member of the School Sisters of Notre Dame\, Sr. Jean has served Helias Catholic High School in a variety of roles including principal\, assistant principal and registrar since coming to Jefferson City in 1983\, after teaching at schools in Quincy\, Illinois\, and Highland\, Illinois. She holds a master of science education degree from Creighton University and a bachelor of science degree in chemistry from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis.\nSr. Jean’s lifetime of service to the Catholic Church was recognized with the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice\, a papal award also known as the Cross of Honor\, conferred by Bishop W. Shawn McKnight during a special Mass at Helias Catholic in October 2021. She was inducted into the Helias Catholic Hall of Fame in 2012.\nThe Helias Catholic community will celebrate Sr. Jean’s retirement with an open house reception Wednesday\, May 3\, 2023\, at the school. Friends\, alumni\, former colleagues and all members of the Helias Catholic community are invited to congratulate Sr. Jean at a reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the school’s main lobby and administrative hallway\, accessible from the main office entrance.\nThose who would like to send notes of congratulations to Sr. Jean can deliver them to the Helias Catholic office during school hours or mail them to Helias Catholic High School\, Attn: Sr. Jean Dietrich Retirement\, 1305 Swifts Highway\, Jefferson City\, MO 65109.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/reception-celebrating-sister-jean-dietrichs-retirement/
LOCATION:Helias Catholic High School\, 1305 Swifts Hwy\, Jefferson City\, 65109
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helias Catholic High School":MAILTO:rmartin@heliascatholic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230505T170000
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SUMMARY:Eckroth Music Band Night Parade
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate arts and community in Bismarck at Eckroth Music’s Band Night Parade! School marching bands from the upper midwest are joined by local businesses and organizations for a parade that supports music and arts for all ages. The parade begins at 6:30 from the Capitol Grounds on East Boulevard Ave\, follows Sixth Street to Avenue C\, turns west on Avenue C to 4th Street\, and follows 4th Street North back to the State Capitol.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/eckroth-music-band-night-parade/
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckroth Music":MAILTO:bandnight@eckroth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230503T171111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T171111Z
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SUMMARY:E-Waste & Tire Recycling Collection
DESCRIPTION:Bring your old electronics\, televisions\, appliances\, or tires to our collection for proper recycling and disposal. The event is open to any non-commercial resident of mid-Missouri. Nearly any item with a power cord will be accepted and tires may be on or off the rim. Subsidized fees apply for televisions\, Freon (refrigerant) containing items\, and tires.\n\nLOCATION:\nNortheast Regional Park\n5212 Oakland Gravel Rd. Columbia MO 65202\n\nDIRECTIONS:\nTake Hwy 63 to N. Oakland Gravel and head East\nTurn Right on E. Starke Ave. to enter park via the SOUTH SIDE\n\nFEES:\n$10 – Television\n$10 – Freon Containing Item\n$2 – Passenger Tire under 28″\n$4 – Passenger Tire over 28″\n$10 – Heavy Truck/Tractor Tire\n\nFULL INFORMATION: https://www.mmswmd.org/info/
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/e-waste-tire-recycling-collection/
LOCATION:Northeast Regional Park\, 5212 Oakland Gravel Rd.\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District":MAILTO:elise.buchheit@como.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230503T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T171239Z
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SUMMARY:Ketchup with the Wienermobile at Moser's Westbury !
DESCRIPTION:Come visit the world’s biggest hot dog on wheels for BUNS of fun on Saturday\, May 6 from 8AM-NOON.  The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be at Moser’s Foods off Scott Boulevard in Columbia\, MO. Frankly\, you will relish your visit to Moser’s to see this icon on wheels.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/ketchup-with-the-wienermobile-at-mosers-westbury/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T110000
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SUMMARY:Mommy and Me Sneaker Ball Brunch
DESCRIPTION:The Dancing Divas LLC presents its first annual Mommy and Me Sneaker Ball Brunch to celebrate Mother’s Day. This event is open to all mothers\, grandmothers\, aunts\, uncles\, nieces\, nephews\, daughters and sons!! YES\, Dads are also welcome! And all ages!! \nThis event is for the entire family!! There will be entertainment\, DJ\, phenomenal speakers\, activities\, a dance party\, photo booth\, and vendors; and of course Brunch!! \nBlack Tie Fashion Style with your little ones!! It’s about bonding\, strengthening and cultivating family and community relationships. Attendees will be able to walk the ceremonial carpet . \n 
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/mommy-and-me-sneaker-ball-brunch/
LOCATION:American Legion\, 3669 Legion Lane\, Columbia\, MO
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="The Dancing Divas":MAILTO:dancedivas573@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230507T160000
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CREATED:20230404T154632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T154632Z
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SUMMARY:Curated. Crafted. Created Makers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join 50+ local vendors\, artisans and makers on Sunday\, May 7th at the MU Healthcare Pavilion to start your Mother’s Day shopping.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/curated-crafted-created-makers-market/
LOCATION:MU Health Care Pavilion\, 1769 W Ash St\, Columbia\, 65203
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrea Lyn Events":MAILTO:info@andrealynevents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230503T171831Z
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SUMMARY:Stars\, Stripes\, and Swing - a big band concert and dance
DESCRIPTION:The Hornet Jazz Band Big Band Concert and Dance will be held Saturday\, May 13 at Fulton High School. In recognition of National Military Appreciation Month\, our theme is\, “Stars\, Stripes\, and Swing”. The event will include military memories and memorabilia displays\, a dessert bar\, silent auction\, recognition of current and former military service members\, and a swing dance lesson. 1940’s attire\, military uniforms\, etc.\, is also encouraged but not required. Admission is $5 at the door for ages 5 and older. Current and former military get in free. Photos are also welcome for the military memories slideshow\, and can be submitted to FultonBandBoostersEmail@Gmail.com. \nBelow is our agenda for the evening: \n6:30 p.m. – Doors open\n6:45 p.m. – Swing dance lesson\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Big Band Concert and Dance\n7:45 p.m. – Recognition of past and present members of the Armed Forces \nPlease make plans to join us for a wonderful night of music\, dancing\, and fun as we honor our military servicemen and women.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/stars-stripes-and-swing-a-big-band-concert-and-dance/
CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraisers and Galas,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
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SUMMARY:Shred Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Mid America Bank at our Jefferson City branch on Saturday\, June 3rd from 9-11am for a free shred day and watch as your sensitive paperwork is destroyed on site! The event is free and open to the public. Residential only\, no businesses. Please remove all binder clips; paperclips & staples can be left.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/shred-day/
LOCATION:Mid America Bank
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mid America Bank":MAILTO:marketing@midambk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230512T190356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T190356Z
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SUMMARY:History on Elm: U.S. Route 66
DESCRIPTION:Plans are underway for the 100th anniversary of the “Mother Road” in 2026. Many organizations and individuals in multiple states are involved in planning efforts for the 100th anniversary. Katie Seale\, coordinator of the SHSMO Rolla and Springfield research centers\, will talk about the collections initiative and how Missourians can be involved in this historic celebration. \nHistory on Elm series celebrates the 125th anniversary of the founding of the State Historical Society in 1898 by exploring a variety of topics the second Tuesday of each month at noon at the Center for Missouri Studies in Columbia. The public is invited to attend. Registration is not required.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/history-on-elm-u-s-route-66/
LOCATION:Center for Missouri Studies\, 605 Elm St\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sate Historical Society of Missouri":MAILTO:contact@shsmo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230605T215213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T215213Z
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SUMMARY:Fayette Juneteenth Celebration 2023
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul United Methodist Church and the Juneteenth Celebration Committee is delighted to host the 23rd annual Juneteenth Celebration in Fayette. The celebration in Fayette is one of the largest in the US\, and will cover five days this year\, June 14-18. Juneteenth is one of the longest celebrations in the U.S. to help commemorate the freedom of African Americans. The theme for this year is “United We Stand-Rooted in Unity.”  To support this theme\, we want to celebrate and  recognize diversity among all of God’s people. There will be a movie night (Oh Freedom After While) to kick off the celebration; Thursday at Paige-Liberty Park will be a free hotdog roast and Juneteenth jeopardy; Friday on the courthouse square will include a gospel fest and readers theater performance from The Voices of Arrow Rock; Saturday is a full day of activities on the courthouse square including free continental breakfast\, an opening ceremony\, parade to include grand marshals and other parade units\, Race Around the Square and Kid’s Market for youth\, MO Child Identification Program (MOChip) to support childhood safety\, live easy listening music – R&B and jazz\, live auction\, numerous games\, bake sale\, food vendors\, poster contest for youth\, retail and informational booths\, and mural dedication at 4:00 p.m. followed by a fireworks display later that evening at Paige-Liberty Park. Sunday will conclude the celebration with a 10:30 a.m. community worship service on the Howard County courthouse square.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/fayette-juneteenth-celebration-2023/
LOCATION:Fayette MO\, 300 East Davis\, P.O. Box 22\, Fayette\, MO\, 65248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Jackman":MAILTO:taurus53tj@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230608T211748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T211748Z
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SUMMARY:Fayette Juneteenth Celebration 2023
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul United Methodist Church and the Juneteenth Celebration Committee is delighted to host the 23rd annual Juneteenth Celebration in Fayette. The celebration in Fayette is one of the largest in the US\, and will cover five days this year\, June 14-18. Juneteenth is one of the longest celebrations in the U.S. to help commemorate the freedom of African Americans. The theme for this year is “United We Stand-Rooted in Unity.”  To support this theme\, we want to celebrate and  recognize diversity among all of God’s people. There will be a movie night (Oh Freedom After While) to kick off the celebration; Thursday at Paige-Liberty Park will be a free hotdog roast and Juneteenth jeopardy; Friday on the courthouse square will include a gospel fest and readers theater performance from The Voices of Arrow Rock; Saturday is a full day of activities on the courthouse square including free continental breakfast\, an opening ceremony\, parade to include grand marshals and other parade units\, Race Around the Square and Kid’s Market for youth\, MO Child Identification Program (MOChip) to support childhood safety\, live easy listening music – R&B and jazz\, live auction\, numerous games\, bake sale\, food vendors\, poster contest for youth\, retail and informational booths\, and mural dedication at 4:00 p.m. followed by a fireworks display later that evening at Paige-Liberty Park. Sunday will conclude the celebration with a 10:30 a.m. community worship service on the Howard County courthouse square.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/fayette-juneteenth-celebration-2023-2/2023-06-14/1/
LOCATION:Fayette MO\, 300 East Davis\, P.O. Box 22\, Fayette\, MO\, 65248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230618T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
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SUMMARY:Fayette Juneteenth Celebration 2023
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul United Methodist Church and the Juneteenth Celebration Committee is delighted to host the 23rd annual Juneteenth Celebration in Fayette. The celebration in Fayette is one of the largest in the US\, and will cover five days this year\, June 14-18. Juneteenth is one of the longest celebrations in the U.S. to help commemorate the freedom of African Americans. The theme for this year is “United We Stand-Rooted in Unity.”  To support this theme\, we want to celebrate and  recognize diversity among all of God’s people. There will be a movie night (Oh Freedom After While) to kick off the celebration; Thursday at Paige-Liberty Park will be a free hotdog roast and Juneteenth jeopardy; Friday on the courthouse square will include a gospel fest and readers theater performance from The Voices of Arrow Rock; Saturday is a full day of activities on the courthouse square including free continental breakfast\, an opening ceremony\, parade to include grand marshals and other parade units\, Race Around the Square and Kid’s Market for youth\, MO Child Identification Program (MOChip) to support childhood safety\, live easy listening music – R&B and jazz\, live auction\, numerous games\, bake sale\, food vendors\, poster contest for youth\, retail and informational booths\, and mural dedication at 4:00 p.m. followed by a fireworks display later that evening at Paige-Liberty Park. Sunday will conclude the celebration with a 10:30 a.m. community worship service on the Howard County courthouse square.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/fayette-juneteenth-celebration-2023-2/2023-06-14/2/
LOCATION:Fayette MO\, 300 East Davis\, P.O. Box 22\, Fayette\, MO\, 65248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Jackman":MAILTO:taurus53tj@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230530T172315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T172315Z
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SUMMARY:COMO Grown-Up Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 17\n12:30-5pm (Early Entry 11:30am)\nat Rose Park (18+)\n$15 General Admission // $25 Early Entry (All Early Entry Ticket Buyers will receive a custom tote)\nOn Sale Now: bit.ly/bookfair-rp\n*Portion of proceeds to benefit Daniel Boone Regional Library Foundation\nWe’re bringing the childhood joy of the Scholastic book fair back to adults on Saturday\, June 17 at Rose Park! Come to the inaugural CoMo Grown-Up Book Fair and browse through a curated selection of books from local and independent booksellers including: Skylark Bookshop\, Yellow Dog Bookshop\, Distant Planet Comics\, The Mizzou Bookstore\, author Aaron Fox\, author Sean R. Frazier\, author Elaine Strawn\, FREEAIR Books\, and Peace Nook! Plus\, immerse yourself in a full 90s experience\, including:\n»Photo Booth provided by Selfie Love CoMo\n»Bar featuring Adult Capri Suns + literary style cocktail menu\n»A bake sale via Sweatbea’s Bakery\n»Pizza Tree & Angelina’s Tacos\n»Vintage market and goods including Regrowth Thrift\, The B-Side Records & more TBA!\n»Trivia sessions + more!
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/como-grown-up-book-fair/
LOCATION:Rose Music Hall\, 1013 Park Ave\, Columbia\, 65201
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairs and Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230516T200901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T200901Z
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SUMMARY:First Baptist Church welcomes historian and progressive Christian thinker Diana Butler Bass
DESCRIPTION:America’s most trusted commentators on where faith intersects with politics and culture as well as many other topics of religion and contemporary spirituality. \n  \nDiana Butler Bass will give a lecture Saturday\, June 17th\, at 2:00 pm in the First Baptist Church sanctuary\, 1112 E. Broadway\, Columbia. There will be a Q & A Sunday\, June 18th\, at 10:15 am followed by a sermon from the author at the 11:15 am worship service. Both events are free to attend and open to the public. \n  \nPassionate about helping readers see themselves\, their place in history and God differently\, \nshe has written eleven books and provided commentary on a wide range of topics from \nspiritual trends and challenging conventional narratives about religious practice to navigating social media with spiritual wisdom and smart theology. Her work has inspired millions and received numerous awards including two Wilbur Awards for best nonfiction book of the year. She’s also garnered awards from Religion News Association for individual commentary and Book of the Year. \nThis event is one of several First Baptist has planned in celebration of its 200th anniversary. Other events include a weekend with Jemar Tisby (October 14-15\, 2023)\, author of How to Fight Racism: Courageous Christianity and the Journey Toward Racial Justice. For a full list of anniversary activities\, visit www.fbc-columbia.org.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/first-baptist-church-welcomes-historian-and-progressive-christian-thinker-diana-butler-bass/
LOCATION:1112 E Broadway\, Columbia\, Missouri 65201\, 1112 E Broadway\, Columbia\, Missouri 65201\, Columbia\, 65201
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Baptist Church":MAILTO:churchinfo@fbc-columbia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230615T204437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T204437Z
UID:10002383-1687600800-1687633200@events.abc17news.com
SUMMARY:Transcendence: Missouri
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 24th -25th on a journey to Transcendence! ✨💜 \nAre you intrigued by the Metaphysical\, Holistic\, and Magickal world that surrounds us? Transcendence: Missouri encourages our entire community to come together to enjoy the products and services that our Healers\, Readers\, Psychics\, and Vendors have to offer! Experience deeper healing and informative speakers at this year’s show! Hosted by Triple Flame Healing\, this two day show welcomes the mid-Missouri community to learn and enjoy the gathering of all things Holistic and Metaphysical. From getting your tarot read to purchasing one-of-a-kind handmade goods\, you are sure to find something that piques your interest at Transcendence! Featured speakers will guide you through topics like Tapping Into Your Intuition and The Importance of Ayurvedic Herbs and more! There is something for everyone to enjoy and learn at Transcendence: Missouri! You won’t want to miss it! Share this with friends and family that you hope to see at Transcendence! \nHours:\nJune 24th 10am to 7pm\nJune 25th 10am to 6pm
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/transcendence-missouri/2023-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairs and Festivals,Health and Wellness,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrea Lyn Events":MAILTO:info@andrealynevents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230626T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230615T204437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T204437Z
UID:10002384-1687687200-1687802400@events.abc17news.com
SUMMARY:Transcendence: Missouri
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 24th -25th on a journey to Transcendence! ✨💜 \nAre you intrigued by the Metaphysical\, Holistic\, and Magickal world that surrounds us? Transcendence: Missouri encourages our entire community to come together to enjoy the products and services that our Healers\, Readers\, Psychics\, and Vendors have to offer! Experience deeper healing and informative speakers at this year’s show! Hosted by Triple Flame Healing\, this two day show welcomes the mid-Missouri community to learn and enjoy the gathering of all things Holistic and Metaphysical. From getting your tarot read to purchasing one-of-a-kind handmade goods\, you are sure to find something that piques your interest at Transcendence! Featured speakers will guide you through topics like Tapping Into Your Intuition and The Importance of Ayurvedic Herbs and more! There is something for everyone to enjoy and learn at Transcendence: Missouri! You won’t want to miss it! Share this with friends and family that you hope to see at Transcendence! \nHours:\nJune 24th 10am to 7pm\nJune 25th 10am to 6pm
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/transcendence-missouri/2023-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairs and Festivals,Health and Wellness,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrea Lyn Events":MAILTO:info@andrealynevents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230627T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230615T205214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T205214Z
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SUMMARY:Vacation Bible Camp with Walk In Faith Church
DESCRIPTION:Join us for three fun nights of Vacation Bible Camp in Ashland\, at The Meadows outdoor pavilion – 16535 Old HWY 63. Each night will offer short bible study sessions\, activities and a kid friendly meal from 6-7:30pm.\nRegister at www.walkinfaithchurch.com/campout
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/vacation-bible-camp-with-walk-in-faith-church/2023-06-27/
LOCATION:The Meadows\, 16535 Old HWY 63\, Ashland\, 65010
CATEGORIES:Community,Other
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ORGANIZER;CN="Walk In Faith Church":MAILTO:walkinfaithmo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230530T173907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T173923Z
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SUMMARY:Spirit of '76 Summer Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Spirit of ‘76 is inviting YOU to come out to our ‘76 Summer Kickoff event! Join us Wednesday\, June 28th for a day full of fireworks\, food trucks\, games\, face painting\, pay & shoot\, and special guest appearances at our seasonal tent. The tent will open at 10am for your shopping convenience.\nThe Spirit of ‘76 seasonal tent is located in Columbia\, MO at the Midway Travel Plaza\, exit 121 off I-70. Find the tent directly across the street from our retail store. We hope to see you out there!\nood Trucks\, games\, and Pay & Shoot starting at 5pm\n Stay tuned for guest appearances from 6-9pm\n 6:30pm Face Painting & Daytime Fireworks\n 9pm Nighttime Fireworks\nAll are FREE to attend!
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/spirit-of-76-summer-kickoff-2/
LOCATION:Spirit of ’76 Fireworks Store\, 6401 Highway 40 W\, Columbia\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairs and Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230615T205214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T205214Z
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SUMMARY:Vacation Bible Camp with Walk In Faith Church
DESCRIPTION:Join us for three fun nights of Vacation Bible Camp in Ashland\, at The Meadows outdoor pavilion – 16535 Old HWY 63. Each night will offer short bible study sessions\, activities and a kid friendly meal from 6-7:30pm.\nRegister at www.walkinfaithchurch.com/campout
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/vacation-bible-camp-with-walk-in-faith-church/2023-06-28/
LOCATION:The Meadows\, 16535 Old HWY 63\, Ashland\, 65010
CATEGORIES:Community,Other
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ORGANIZER;CN="Walk In Faith Church":MAILTO:walkinfaithmo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230629T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230615T205214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T205214Z
UID:10002772-1688061600-1688067000@events.abc17news.com
SUMMARY:Vacation Bible Camp with Walk In Faith Church
DESCRIPTION:Join us for three fun nights of Vacation Bible Camp in Ashland\, at The Meadows outdoor pavilion – 16535 Old HWY 63. Each night will offer short bible study sessions\, activities and a kid friendly meal from 6-7:30pm.\nRegister at www.walkinfaithchurch.com/campout
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/vacation-bible-camp-with-walk-in-faith-church/2023-06-29/
LOCATION:The Meadows\, 16535 Old HWY 63\, Ashland\, 65010
CATEGORIES:Community,Other
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ORGANIZER;CN="Walk In Faith Church":MAILTO:walkinfaithmo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230701T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230701T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230621T133104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T133104Z
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SUMMARY:Community Education Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us in what promises to be an informative afternoon about programs that are available to our neighbors and community. Open to the public.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/community-education-forum/
LOCATION:Callaway Electric Cooperative Grounds\, 1313 Cooperative Drive\, Fulton MO 65251\, 1313 Cooperative Drive\, Fulton\, 65251
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rural Caucus":MAILTO:jacboo73@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230709T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230629T141035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T141035Z
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SUMMARY:Trinity Lutheran Church Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Church annual ice cream social. Come join friends for homemade ice cream\, pies\, cakes\, sandwiches\, or grilled hot dogs. This is a rain-or-shine event.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/trinity-lutheran-church-ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, 105 Trinity Church Road\, Wellsville\, MO\, 63384
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230714T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230714T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230712T135749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T135749Z
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SUMMARY:Frogs & Hogs
DESCRIPTION:Amvets Post 153 in Mokane\, MO is hosting Frogs & Hogs on July 14-15. Live music both night plus several raffles. Frogs legs and pulled pork plus full menu available at the clubhouse. Poker Run: registration at 9am\, last bike out at 11am and last bike in at 5pm.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/frogs-hogs/
LOCATION:Amvets Post 153\, 306 Broad St.\, Mokane\, MO\, 65059
CATEGORIES:Community,Food and Drink,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230715T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075928
CREATED:20230712T140008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140008Z
UID:10002833-1689411600-1689463800@events.abc17news.com
SUMMARY:Frogs & Hogs
DESCRIPTION:Amvets Post 153 in Mokane\, MO is hosting Frogs & Hogs on July 14-15. Live music both night plus several raffles. Frog legs and pulled pork plus full menu available at the clubhouse. Poker Run: registration at 9am\, last bike out at 11am and last bike in at 5pm.
URL:https://events.abc17news.com/event/frogs-hogs-2/
LOCATION:Amvets Post 153\, 306 Broad St.\, Mokane\, MO\, 65059
CATEGORIES:Community,Food and Drink,Music
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