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Do You Hear What I Hear?
December 02
The holiday season is almost here, and that means that we are all soon to be treated to a steady diet of Christmas music.
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Trot for Your Turkey
November 03
If you close your eyes, you can probably see and smell all of the delicious food that your family will enjoy on Thanksgiving.
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Fall into Halloween
October 07
The heat of summer has finally been replaced by a crisp Autumn cool in Missouri, at least for this week anyway.
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Comedy in Columbia
September 02
The CoMo Comedy Club series is dedicated to bringing some of the hottest comedians in the country to Columbia. The shows take place at The Blue Note, just 10 minutes from the Holiday Inn Columbia.
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Calling All Treasure Hunters
August 04
If you enjoy the thrill of searching for unique flea market finds or antique furniture that will complete the look you are going for in your living room, then you will want to visit Midway Antique Mall and Flea Market.
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A Unique Film Experience
July 01
Ragtag Cinema was created to promote media literacy while simultaneously celebrating independent and global films. In fact, their stated mission is to “provide a venue for the best in U.S. independent and international filmmaking.”
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Don't Go Splat
June 03
The Splat! Jr. Obstacle Course and Fun Run is an incredible opportunity to let the kids burn some energy while playing in the mud. All of the fun takes place at Gans Creek Recreation Area which is only about 15 minutes from The Holiday Inn Columbia.
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School's Out for Summer
May 06
The month of May is filled with graduations, goodbyes for the summer, and the search for summer jobs. It also means studying for all of those finals before summer break can officially begin.
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Experience Literary Genius
April 01
Novelist, essayist, and short story author George Saunders was the recipient of the 2006 MacArthur Foundation Fellowship Award, also known as the “Genius Award.”
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Et tu, Brute?
March 04
William Shakespeare, the Bard, is known as one of the greatest writers in the history of the English language because he could work in a variety of genres like Tragedy, History, Romance, and Comedy.
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A Perfect Pairing
February 04
On February 25, Angel’s Envy Whiskey will have an evening of delicious food and smooth whiskey. The Angel’s Envy Whiskey Pairing brings together food from visiting Chef Martin Casey with up to 4 different Angel’s Envy offerings.
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Off to Neverland
January 07
Everyone knows the story of Peter Pan and his lost boys. We have all grown up loving their adventures as they match wits with the villainous Captain Hook.
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A Holiday Bike Ride
December 03
If you are looking for a unique holiday experience this Christmas season, then you should consider participating in the It’s a Wonderful Ride: Holiday Lights Bicycle Tour on December 18.
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Here Comes Santa Claus
November 05
It may seem crazy to already start thinking about Christmas, Thanksgiving has not even arrived yet, but it is never too early to get into that holiday spirit. One place where you can start the celebration is Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops.
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MIZ-ZOU
September 04
To many football fans, the atmosphere at a college game surpasses the intensity and excitement of an NFL game. After all, college students passionately root for their school’s team, as do the fans that grew up with the school as well as the alumni.
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Fortune Favors the Bold
August 06
In 2017, Longboat Brewing and The Blue Note put on the first-ever Fortune Fest. The concert was such a success that they are doing it again this year on August 18.
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Cheers to You
July 03
It is no secret that there has been craft beer and microbrewery explosion in the United States in the last few years. Columbia has seen its fair share of new breweries and brewpubs, but the Broadway Brewery is one of the best in the area.
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Movie Music Comes Alive
June 04
Some of the most iconic films in movie history have equally iconic soundtracks, scores, and musical cues. From Jaws to Star Wars and Superman to Indiana Jones, the music in a film can be just as important and memorable as the story and stars.
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Fly Like An Eagle
May 08
With the high-paced nature of our modern lives, sometimes it is necessary and important to lose yourself in the serenity and beauty of nature. You can do just that at the Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area which is located only about 25 minutes from the Holiday Inn Columbia.
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Root Root Root for the Tigers
April 02
Even though the Major League Baseball season just started, college baseball has been going strong for a couple of months now.
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Come as You Are
March 05
Even though it seems impossible, Nirvana’s smash album Nevermind will turn 30 in just a few years. That album brought grunge to the mainstream and changed the musical landscape of an entire decade.
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Escape, If You Can
February 05
Conari Escape Rooms is the most exciting new escape room adventure in the entire Columbia, Missouri area. You and up to 7 other people have to solve riddles, find clues, and unlock the mystery in time to escape the themed room that you choose.
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Columbia Art League
January 07
From January 16 through March 9, you have the extraordinary opportunity to indulge your artistic side with a special exhibit from the Columbia Art League.
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Elf Jr. The Musical
December 04
Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color? Buddy’s catchphrase is repeated more and more as we get closer to the holiday season.
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Mizzou Basketball
November 07
The entire city of Columbia is buzzing about the potential of this year’s Men’s Basketball team. Led by Coach Cuonzo Martin, the team is hoping for a deep post-season run with freshmen stars like preseason All-American Michael Porter Jr., his brother Jontay Porter, and Jeremiah Tilmon.
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The 12th Annual Central Missouri Renaissance Festival
October 07
Who among us hasn’t imagined what it would have been like to live in that great intellectual, artistic, and civic blossoming that defined the Renaissance Europe?
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Step Back into the Past at the Heritage Festival and Craft Show
September 04
From Saturday, September 15, through Sunday, September 16, the 40th Annual Heritage Festival and Craft Show will offer locals and visitors alike the opportunity to travel back in time to witness the ways of a bygone era firsthand.
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Making Summer Last
August 07
Now that summer is winding down, you’ll want to get out and enjoy the warm weather while you still can. To that end, here are some free outdoor activities this month that are great for the whole family.
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Join the Missouri Symphony Orchestra for Hot Summer Nights
July 02
One of the most venerable symphony orchestras in the heartland, the Missouri Symphony Orchestra emerged in 2005 under the direction of Kirk Trevor.
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Down at the District
June 03
Take a stroll down Columbia’s 9th Street, known to locals as “The District,” for a fun summer outing that exudes college town charm.
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Sparky's Homemade Ice Cream
May 01
Now that spring is here and the weather is finally starting to warm up, we recommend you take a trip down to Columbia’s most famous dessert joint, Sparky’s Homemade Ice Cream, just a short drive from our Holiday Inn hotel.
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Chasing the Sun
April 01
We Missourians take a lot of pride in our beautiful countryside, which is why the Holiday Inn Executive Center of Columbia is inviting all our guests who enjoy running to participate in the 5th annual Chasing the Sun 5k walk-or-run the morning of Saturday, May 6.
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A Train Ride Through the Expo Circuit
March 04
Open wide for these tributes to slaking thirst and bounding from place to place.
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Dip Your Valentine in a Lovely Afternoon
February 03
It’s a year-round love affair for those who live in Columbia, but the passion really picks up in February, when love birds flock to the city for Valentine’s Day.
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Artful Beginnings to the Next Year
January 08
Putting a little art in your step can be a beautiful solution to lingering last-year funk.
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