CALENDAR

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JANUARY

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Through art, music, dance, awards, discussion and food, residents celebrate diversity and the memory of Martin Luther King Jr. www.gocolumbiamo.com.

North Village Arts District First Fridays

The first Friday of each month, venues in the North Village Arts District host a crawl with entertainment and educational opportunities. www.facebook. com/NorthVillageArts-District.

FEBRUARY

Black History Month

Art and film events, community conversations and celebrations featuring food and gospel music gather residents to celebrate Black History Month. www. gocolumbiamo.com.

MARCH

True/False Film Fest

Drawing in documentary filmmakers and fans from across the country, the annual event features some films discovered at Sundance, Toronto and other festivals as well as world premieres. Attendees watch screenings, talk with directors, listen to buskers and celebrate at parties between films. www.truefalse.org.

Missouri Beer Festival

At this festival held sometime each spring, attendees sample various microbrews and craft beers, including a number of selections from Missouri breweries. Local vendors create a food court, and live music is performed. www. missouribeerfestival.com.

APRIL

Unbound Book Festival

A free book festival celebrating literature and bringing in authors across a number of different genres, including fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature and poetry. The event features author interviews, panels on a range of bookrelated subjects and writing contests. www.unboundbookfestival.com.

Earth Day

Hosted by the Columbia Earth Day Coalition, the event features music, games, workshops and displays on going green.

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It takes place in MU’s Peace Park and on surrounding streets. www.columbiaearthday.org.

MAY

Bike, Walk & Wheel Week

The week of events promoting nonmotorized transportation includes a focus on bicycle commuting, safety, trail riding and more. www.gocolumbiamo.com.

Movies in the Park

Family-friendly films are screened outdoors in Flat Branch Park on Friday evenings, once a month, May through September. www.gocolumbiamo.com.

Family Fun Fest

Held the third Wednesday of every month from May through September. Located at Cosmo Park, the event features a new theme each month and provides family-focused entertainment through music, performances, art activities and more. www.gocolumbiamo.com.

Stephens Lake Park Amphitheater Concert Series

This series of free musical performances runs from May through September featuring local acts in an outdoor setting. www.gocolumbiamo.com.

Pedaler’s Jamboree

Held each Memorial Day weekend, this event combines a music festival and trail ride with stops along the Katy Trail. www.pedalersjamboree.com.

Centralia Anchor Fest

A part of life in Centralia since 1987, this family-friendly festival features live music, food, sports, car and tractor shows and more. Traditionally held the weekend after Memorial Day. www.centraliamochamber.com/anchor-festival. html.

JUNE

Columbia Art League’s Art in the Park

During the first weekend of June, this free-entry, family-oriented event celebrates art by bringing in artists from across the country. www.artintheparkcolumbia.org.

Shelter Gardens Concert Series

Columbia ensembles perform free Sunday-evening concerts, typically in June and July in this pastoral setting. Styles and performers range from community bands and classical music to bluegrass and Cajun bands. www. shelterinsurance.com/aboutshelter/ companyevents/.