Snow, Shows & Trivia Throws

Hey COMO! 👋 February 18-21
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Good morning, Columbia! There’s a winter storm warning today. 80% chance of precipitation. 1-3” of accumulation possible.

Today: 🌡️10 _0° | 🌧️ | 80% ❄️| 💨 NE 14 mph

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Tuesday February 18th:

Weathering With You @ Ragtag Cinema. A stunning anime from director Makoto Shinkai, about love, climate, and a girl who can stop the rain. The screening is preceded by a lecture from Dr. Zack Leasor on Missouri’s hydroclimate extremes. 6-9PM

Breaking Bad / Better Call Saul Trivia Night @ Hexagon Alley. Say “Yeah, science!” and test your knowledge at Hexagon Alley’s Breaking Bad & Better Call Saul Trivia Night—no half-measures, just full trivia domination! 6:30PM

Wednesday February 19th:

Toddler Time! @ Speckled Frog Toys & Books. Free activity at Speckled Frog Toys & Books. We’ll guide you through sensory activities and easy play ideas with your 1-3 year old. This is an awesome opportunity to explore, learn, and share. 10:30-11:30AM

Trivia hosted by Greeks Who Drink @ Cafe Berlin. Test your knowledge every Wednesday at Café Berlin with two hours of trivia fun—free to play and packed with diverse categories for all quiz lovers! 6PM Doors open. 🤓

Let Them Eat Art @ Columbia Art League. An annual event where artists are displayed with the theme of food and drink, and local chefs, mixologists, and restaurateurs create dishes and drinks inspired by their choice of art from the show. 6-8PM

“When Harry Met Sally” Movie Night @ Six Mile Ordinary & Tasting Room. Feel free to bring your own snacks and food for the evening. Happy hour From 5pm - 7pm. Movie starts at 7pm.

Thursday February 20th:

Growth Mindset Training @ Love Columbia (1209 E Walnut). Learn how to persist through setbacks and see challenges as opportunities for growth. Absolutely FREE! 5:15-6:30PM.

Escuela Grind | Dreams On America Tour @ Rose Music Hall. Grindcore powerhouse Escuela Grind brings their signature intensity as they preview tracks from their recent 2024 album, Dreams On Algorithms. 6:30PM Doors open.

Bebop Bounty Big Band Presents: Cowboy Bebop LIVE @ The Blue Note. A live multimedia tribute to Cowboy Bebop, featuring its iconic soundtrack performed by the 14-piece Bebop Bounty Big Band—an unforgettable experience for anime and jazz fans alike. 7PM Doors open.

MU Symphonic Band and University Band Concert @ Missouri Theatre. Experience a captivating concert showcasing a diverse range of powerful, dynamic music from talented student musicians. 7PM

Trivia Night @ Günter Hans | Be sure to register your team ahead of time. If you haven't heard, BEER and BRETZELS are our thing! Seating starts at 6:30 PM.

Wed 13 _-5° ☁️ | Thurs 16 _-1° 🌤️ | Fri 26 ₁₄ 🌤️
Sat 39 ₂₄ ☀️ | Sun 50 ₃₃ 🌤️

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Friday February 21st:

Mew-vie Night @ Bertha’s Beans Cat Cafe. Join us for another Mew-vie Night, this time with a romantic twist! Watch the classic love story The Princess Bride while our cats curl up in your lap. We'll have special drinks and snacks, plus lots of cats for you to love! 5:30PM Doors open.

Memorial Tribute Show for Paul Baughman @ Rose Music Hall. Ft. Gift Horse, Zoner Outer, The Hummingbird Crown. Paul was a powerful voice and a pillar of the Columbia music scene for nearly three decades. e was also an unconditional friend and a deeply supportive mentor to countless aspiring musicians. All proceeds will be donated to Columbia Second Chance. 7PM Doors open. 

Food & Drink Feature

Check out On The Hook Fish & Chips @ Buchheit’s North location (3300 Paris Rd.) TUESDAY Feb 18th, from 11:00AM to 7:00PM. Come try the absolute BEST WILD ALASKAN COD FISH & CHIPS in the Midwest!

Saturday February 22nd:

Winter Farmers Market @ Columbia Farmers Market. Experience the taste of mid-Missouri year-round. Find fresh produce, meat, farm fresh eggs, cheeses, honey, artisan items & more. 9AM-Noon

Annual Garage Sale @ A-1 Party & Event Rental. Come shop gently used rental inventory! From table runners and linens, to a photo booth, and so much more. 9AM

Show Me Adventure Expo @ Walt’s Bike Shop. Find out more about COMOTA and other great local outdoor events. We will have a booth with volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have about our local trails and how you can join us at one of our many fun work events! 2-6PM

Basement Boulevard @ McGinty’s Pub. We’re brining out 5 great Boulevard Brewing beers from the basement, that are FINALLY ready to be enjoyed. Come and have some fun and enjoy some beer you probably won’t see again. 2014 Imperial Stout; 2015 Imperial Stout; 2015 Harvest Dance; 2015 Chocolate Ale; 2016 Rye On Rye; plus swag. 3PM-Midnight.

Casey Donahew | Still Chasing A Dream 2024 Tour @ The Blue Note. Texas country star Casey Donahew has spent over two decades crafting authentic, storytelling-driven songs that resonate with fans. With 27 chart-topping Texas hits and a new album, Never Not Love You, he continues to deliver a mix of cowboy tales, heartbreak ballads, and rowdy anthems—all with the signature style that has made him a staple in country music. 7PM Doors open.

Austin Kolb Band + Tree One Four @ Rose Music Hall. The Austin Kolb Band brings a fresh take on reggae in 2025, while Tree One Four blends neo-psychedelic rock with hard rock and reggae for a dynamic, structured sound. 7PM Doors open.

Arcade Days @ The Arcade District. Join us for an unforgettable night in The Arcade District! 🎮✨ Enjoy live music, a classic movie night, and a hilarious comedy show—plus great food from The Glizzness! 🎶🎬😂 Eat. Play. Laugh. 7PM

Downside Up + Jesse Lu & The Fam @ Cafe Berlin. 🎸 Down Side Up is a three piece power trio that plays indie rock, blues, jazz, and classic rock. 7PM

Sunday February 23rd:

Mommy & Me Meetup @ Heaxagon Alley. Join us for the return of our mommy and me meetups! Bring your little ones, and enjoy a cozy Sunday morning with us at Hexagon Alley! 11AM

xTreme Bar Bingo @ Dive Bar. It's FREE to play, every Sunday after brunch. Join us to win prizes. 2:30-5:30PM

Slow Joy w/ Bradley Hutchinson and Drona @ Rose Music Hall. Slow Joy is the solo project of Esteban Flores. Mixing elements of grunge, emo, and shoegaze, Slow Joy's deeply personal and melancholic lyrics are underscored by gritty, powerful guitars. 7PM Doors open.

Did you know…During the Civil War, Boone County and much of central Missouri were so divided that some residents jokingly called it the "Kingdom of Missouri," feeling disconnected from both sides. The nickname stuck, and even today, nearby Callaway County is still known as the "Kingdom of Callaway."