CoMo Lifetime Learners League

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This free, family-friendly event features interactive exhibits, nature crafts, and hands-on activities celebrating butterflies, pollinators, and the environment. Learn about native species, explore pollinator gardens, and connect with nature on a beautiful 67-acre farm in Columbia, MO.

📍 Jefferson Farm and Garden
📅 Saturday, June 21st
🕒 9am-2pm

Perfect for all ages—from seasoned butterfly lovers to curious kids. 🐛🌸

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Feeling the summer slump already? 🌞 At MACC, we’ve got the perfect solution! 🚀 Our FREE STEM kits are designed to inspire young minds with hands-on exploration in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. 🔬✨ Spark creativity, fuel curiosity, and make this summer all about fun, learning, and discovery!

*Hannibal, Kirksville, and Mexico kits are available for pick up at the front desk!

*Moberly Kits are available for pick up at the Greyhound Bookstore!

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Registration is now open! Use the following link or scan the QR code on the flier to sign up. https://apps.ideal-logic.com/MUCReg?key=ZJSY-4PKWN_K9KH-5PTF_d280e98393ed

Claim your spot before they're all filled up!

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Summer is just around the corner, and our Outdoor Exploration Kits are packed with fun! Explore the world around you with activity and adventure ideas, plus a few tools to help you discover nature's secrets. Place a hold now at dbrl.me/yz ☀ 🦋 🌻

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Hey, families! Gear up for a truckload of fun at Columbia Mall on May 28th! Columbia Parks and Recreation is bringing back Tons of Trucks - an event your kiddos are sure to love 💙 The event will be held in the Cafe Court lot from 4pm - 7pm, showcasing vehicles of all shapes and sizes for the little ones to discover, climb, and even honk! Plus, local food trucks will be there serving yummy bites 🍿 Join in on the fun!

🚨 High school girls—step into emergency management! 🚨

Join GEM Summer Camp June 2-6 for hands-on training, real-world scenarios & expert mentorship. Don’t miss out—scan the QR code to sign up!

Scan the QR code to sign up!

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🎣 Reel in some fun at Finger Lakes State Park north of Columbia on Saturday, May 10 for the Annual Youth Fishing Day! Bring your kiddos (12 and under) for a fishing adventure on the beautiful banks of Peabody Lake with our amazing park staff! 🐟

Call (573) 443-5315 for info or visit https://ow.ly/RRPI50VHkEV.

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📣 REMINDER! Plant Swap is this Sunday, May 4 from 1-4 p.m. at the Columbia Public Library.

🌿🌻 Share and swap your plants, starts, cuttings, bulbs and seeds with others. You bring the plants, and we'll help facilitate the swaps. All plants are welcome whether they be houseplants or outdoor garden plants. Please label your donations. You can also bring unwanted planters and pots (please limit nursery pots to five) to find a new home.

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Missouri Conservation Corps has a new calendar of volunteer events for April and May. Come and join us as we restore native habitat in Garth Nature Area and Kiwanis Park. You can also find us in April at the Earth Day Festival in Columbia and at Birds, Bees and Blooms Festival in Arrow Rock.

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The Atelier School of Creative Learning Summer at the Atelier Summer Camps! Offering two sessions this summer with NEW camp options for Grades K - 8 at our Elementary & Middle School. Enroll your child for one or both sessions, ensuring a summer filled with curiosity, fun and exploration! Session ONE Learn more about our Session ONE Camps...

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🌱 Does your child love the outdoors?
🥗 Is your child interested in farming, gardening, or cooking?

Applications are now OPEN for CCUA's 2025 Summer Camp🥳🥳🥳

CCUA hosts a free, half day gardening and cooking summer camp starting in July. Each camp session is a week long, Monday through Friday from 7am-12pm. Fill out the following application to sign your child up for CCUA summer camp: ColumbiaUrbanAg.org/camp

NOTE: Completing this application does not ensure acceptance into camp- we will follow up with you about your child's application status!!

A Zoom event! 🌧️ ⚡️ 📖

Virtual Story Time | Monday, April 7 | 11am EST

Celebrate National Card and Letter Writing Month with Ezra Jack Keats’ classic book A Letter to Amy! We will also write and draw our own cards, so grab your favorite art supplies and join us on Zoom! Registration at the link below is required.

Recommended for ages 4-7, but all are welcome. Reserve a spot for your young learner at the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/story-time-with-the-national-postal-museum-registration-1236104524909?aff=oddtdtcreator