Public Service Announcements
Date -- Title
08/28/2008 -- Fuel saving tip--slow down
The U.S. Department of Energy has shown that for most cars and trucks, gas mileage plummets at speeds above 60 miles per hour.
You can save money and lower greenhouse gas emissions by slowing down a bit.
As a rule of thumb, each five miles per hour over a speed of sixty costs the equivalent of an additional twenty cents per gallon.
Other energy saving tips can be found at www.fueleconomy.gov.
You can save money and lower greenhouse gas emissions by slowing down a bit.
As a rule of thumb, each five miles per hour over a speed of sixty costs the equivalent of an additional twenty cents per gallon.
Other energy saving tips can be found at www.fueleconomy.gov.
08/28/2008 -- Fuel savings--tire inflation
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources reminds us that we can fight inflated gasoline prices by inflating our tires properly.
Every pound of underinflation can cause a two percent loss in mileage and a two percent increase in greenhouse gas emissions.
This and other tips on saving fuel can be found at www.dnr.mo.gov/energy.
Every pound of underinflation can cause a two percent loss in mileage and a two percent increase in greenhouse gas emissions.
This and other tips on saving fuel can be found at www.dnr.mo.gov/energy.
08/28/2008 -- Public meeting Vanderveen Park
The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department will hold an "interested party" meeting for a neighborhood park in the Vanderveen subdivision. Residents will be able to offer their input on the design and development of the new park, and park planners will share preliminary plans.
The meeting will be held from 6-7 PM
on Thursday, August 28th at the park site, on the west end of Smiley Lane.
More information at 874-7460.
The meeting will be held from 6-7 PM
on Thursday, August 28th at the park site, on the west end of Smiley Lane.
More information at 874-7460.
08/30/2008 -- Boone County Rabies Alert
The Missouri Department of Health and Human Services has placed Boone County under a rabies alert, effective immediately. Seven bats found in Boone County have tested positive this year, a significant increase over the past 5-year period.
Animal Control Officers are available 24 hours a day to catch bats within homes or buildings. Persons needing assistance may call 573-449-1888.
The Columbia/Boone County Health Department Animal Control Division advises citizens to:
- Avoid contact with wild animals and stray pets.
- Make sure dogs and cats are vaccinated against rabies.
- Keep pets under control; do not let them run loose.
- Do not keep wild animals as pets.
- Notify Animal Control if you suspect an animal has rabies.
- Seek immediate medical evaluation when bitten or otherwise injured by an animal.
Animal Control Officers are available 24 hours a day to catch bats within homes or buildings. Persons needing assistance may call 573-449-1888.
The Columbia/Boone County Health Department Animal Control Division advises citizens to:
- Avoid contact with wild animals and stray pets.
- Make sure dogs and cats are vaccinated against rabies.
- Keep pets under control; do not let them run loose.
- Do not keep wild animals as pets.
- Notify Animal Control if you suspect an animal has rabies.
- Seek immediate medical evaluation when bitten or otherwise injured by an animal.
08/30/2008 -- Councilman Karl Skala Meeting
Councilman Karl Skala invites 3rd Ward residents and others to drop in on his "Office Hours" to share opinions, ideas and concerns. Office hours are held on most Saturdays before regularly scheduled Council meetings.
The next one is scheduled for August 30th, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM
at the Coffee Ground in the Broadway Shops,
2703 E.Broadway.
More information from Karl at 573-474-2195 or by email: ward3@GoColumbiaMo.com
The next one is scheduled for August 30th, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM
at the Coffee Ground in the Broadway Shops,
2703 E.Broadway.
More information from Karl at 573-474-2195 or by email: ward3@GoColumbiaMo.com
08/30/2008 -- J Wade Ward 4 conversation
Join Councilman Jerry Wade for another "Ward 4 Conversation" on Saturday, August 30th
from 10:30 AM to noon
at the Rendezvous Coffee House
3304 Broadway Business Park Ct.
(on the south side of West Broadway, just west of HyVee)
The conversation is open to all Columbia Ward 4 residents and anyone else who wants to participate.
Contact info for Jerry Wade is 447-0064 or ward4@GoColumbiaMo.com
from 10:30 AM to noon
at the Rendezvous Coffee House
3304 Broadway Business Park Ct.
(on the south side of West Broadway, just west of HyVee)
The conversation is open to all Columbia Ward 4 residents and anyone else who wants to participate.
Contact info for Jerry Wade is 447-0064 or ward4@GoColumbiaMo.com
08/31/2008 -- Calvary Baptist Third Anniversar
Calvary Baptist Church in Fulton will hold its pastor's third anniversary celebration worship service on Sunday August 31st at 3 p.m.
The guest speaker will be Reverend Doctor Harold Butler, pastor of Northern Missionary Baptist Church in St. Louis.
More information from LaVonda Scott at 573-642-6480
The guest speaker will be Reverend Doctor Harold Butler, pastor of Northern Missionary Baptist Church in St. Louis.
More information from LaVonda Scott at 573-642-6480
08/31/2008 -- Columbia/Boone Health Department
The Columbia Boone County Health Department Environmental Health Division will be spraying for mosquitoes every Friday Morning from 4:00 am to 8:00 a.m. on the MKT Trail and Bear
Creek Trail this summer.
On Katy Trail the department will be spraying from Providence Road to McBaine, while on Bear Creek Trail they will be spraying from Oakland Junior High to Cosmo Park.The weekly spraying will be held depending on the weather.
Again, the spraying will happen every Friday Morning from May to the first fall frost.
For more information with the Environmental Health at (573) 874-7346 or information about the West Nile Spraying visit the web at www.gocolumbiamo.com
Creek Trail this summer.
On Katy Trail the department will be spraying from Providence Road to McBaine, while on Bear Creek Trail they will be spraying from Oakland Junior High to Cosmo Park.The weekly spraying will be held depending on the weather.
Again, the spraying will happen every Friday Morning from May to the first fall frost.
For more information with the Environmental Health at (573) 874-7346 or information about the West Nile Spraying visit the web at www.gocolumbiamo.com
08/31/2008 -- Housing Authority volunteers
The Columbia Housing Authority "Family self-sufficiency and Youth Programs" have numerous volunteer opportunities.
People are needed to assist children and youth with homework during the week, and to help adults with office and computer skills training, math, reading and personal development. Mentors are also needed for financial management and home ownership classes.
If you have time to help, Ron has more information at 443-2556, extension 1112.
People are needed to assist children and youth with homework during the week, and to help adults with office and computer skills training, math, reading and personal development. Mentors are also needed for financial management and home ownership classes.
If you have time to help, Ron has more information at 443-2556, extension 1112.
08/31/2008 -- Rosa String Works Band
"The Rosa String Works Band is proud to announce their 6th Annual American Blue Grass Music Concert on Saturday, August 30th in historic Arrow Rock, MO.
Two great shows are scheduled at 1:00pm and 7:00pm and feature four very different and exciting bands.
Between-show jam sessions will be held for those who bring their own instruments.
More information is available at 866-391-7672 or on the web at www.rosastringworks.com."
Two great shows are scheduled at 1:00pm and 7:00pm and feature four very different and exciting bands.
Between-show jam sessions will be held for those who bring their own instruments.
More information is available at 866-391-7672 or on the web at www.rosastringworks.com."
08/31/2008 -- Volunteer Opps. I
Several organizations are in need of some volunteers this summer:
The Salvation Army needs help in their Thrift Stores, at the Homeless Shelter, and at their Food Pantry. Cindy has information at 442-3229.
Also, the Youzeum has a variety of volunteer positions available. Tia, at 886-2006 has more information on those positons.
The Salvation Army needs help in their Thrift Stores, at the Homeless Shelter, and at their Food Pantry. Cindy has information at 442-3229.
Also, the Youzeum has a variety of volunteer positions available. Tia, at 886-2006 has more information on those positons.
09/02/2008 -- LGBT Community Unity Lunch
Citizens who are interested in Equality, Fairness, and Social Justice, are invited to join the "Mid-Mo Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transexual Coalition" at a monthly brown-bag lunch.
These informal networking sessions are
held on the First Tuesday of each month
from 12 to 1:00 PM in Room CLC206
of the Missouri United Methodist Church,
204 Ninth Street.
More information at 888-285-1537.
These informal networking sessions are
held on the First Tuesday of each month
from 12 to 1:00 PM in Room CLC206
of the Missouri United Methodist Church,
204 Ninth Street.
More information at 888-285-1537.
09/03/2008 -- Community Blood Drive
The Community Blood Center provides blood services to local hospitals. 580 pints of blood are needed each day to meet the needs in our area. Individuals in Columbia can help by donating blood on Wednesday, September 3rd
from 10 AM to 3:30 PM
in the Landrum Room
of First National Bank & Trust,
801 East Broadway.
Appointment information at 441-2888
from 10 AM to 3:30 PM
in the Landrum Room
of First National Bank & Trust,
801 East Broadway.
Appointment information at 441-2888
09/04/2008 -- MU hosts tomato festival
A tomato festival will cap tours of the Mizzou Botanic Garden and Bradford Research and Extension Center on September 4.
The botanic garden tour begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Turner Avenue Garage. Visitors can receive parking permits by calling 573 - 884 - 7945 by September 2.
The tour is followed at 4 p.m. by Bradford’s fourth annual Tomato Festival.
More information from Robert at 573 - 882 - 2480
The botanic garden tour begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Turner Avenue Garage. Visitors can receive parking permits by calling 573 - 884 - 7945 by September 2.
The tour is followed at 4 p.m. by Bradford’s fourth annual Tomato Festival.
More information from Robert at 573 - 882 - 2480
09/05/2008 -- Boards & Commission openings
The city of Columbia currently has openings on several of its Boards and Commissions. The city clerk will accept applications for these positions until noon on Friday, September 5.
If you would like to participate, more information may be found on the city's Web site at
www.GoColumbiaMo.com on the "City Council" page,
or at 874-7208.
If you would like to participate, more information may be found on the city's Web site at
www.GoColumbiaMo.com on the "City Council" page,
or at 874-7208.
09/05/2008 -- Orienteering at Rock Bridge
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will host a "Lost in the Woods" orienteering event
on Saturday September 6th,
from 12 to 4 p.m
at Rock Bridge State Park.
Participants will learn how to use a map and compass, then practice their skills by hiking on and off the trails to search for markers.
This program is recommended for ages 13 to adult. It is free, but registration is required
More information at 449-7400.
on Saturday September 6th,
from 12 to 4 p.m
at Rock Bridge State Park.
Participants will learn how to use a map and compass, then practice their skills by hiking on and off the trails to search for markers.
This program is recommended for ages 13 to adult. It is free, but registration is required
More information at 449-7400.
09/06/2008 -- Bill Morrissey Performance Sep 6
The Open Borders Music Series begins its 2008-2009 season with a performance by Grammy Award winning acoustic singer songwriter Bill Morrissey. The concert will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 7:30pm at 2615 Shepard Blvd in Columbia. More information is available at (573) 673-7401 or at openbordersmusicseries@charter.net.
09/06/2008 -- Lost in the Woods at Rock Bridge
On Saturday September 6 from twelve to four p.m at Rock Bridge State Park the Missouri Department of Natural Resources is holding a Lost in the Woods event. Participants will learn how to use a map and compass, then hike on and off trail to search for orienteering markers and practice land navigation skills.
More information at 573-449-7400.
More information at 573-449-7400.
09/06/2008 -- MRCC Annual conference
The 23rd annual meeting of the Missouri Rural Crisis Center will take place on Saturday, September 6th from 9:30 AM to 3 PM,
at the First Baptist Church,
1112 E. Broadway in downtown Columbia.
This years theme is "Organizing to Win: Impacting the Policies that Affect Our Farms, Food and Communities."
An outstanding lineup of Farm & Food Policy experts will discuss the recent onslaught of food safety scares, the truth about CAFOs, and other timely topics.
Information at 449-1336.
at the First Baptist Church,
1112 E. Broadway in downtown Columbia.
This years theme is "Organizing to Win: Impacting the Policies that Affect Our Farms, Food and Communities."
An outstanding lineup of Farm & Food Policy experts will discuss the recent onslaught of food safety scares, the truth about CAFOs, and other timely topics.
Information at 449-1336.
09/08/2008 -- Cedar Creek riding volunteers
The Cedar Creek Therapeutic Riding Center is looking for volunteers to assist with horseback riding therapy for children and adults with disabilities.
You do not need to have experience with horses to work in the program, but you must be at least 13 years old.
Training for the Fall Session will be held on Monday, September 8th, from 6-8 PM.
The session runs from September 10th until November 1st. Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 hours per week for the entire session.
More information at 875-8556.
You do not need to have experience with horses to work in the program, but you must be at least 13 years old.
Training for the Fall Session will be held on Monday, September 8th, from 6-8 PM.
The session runs from September 10th until November 1st. Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 hours per week for the entire session.
More information at 875-8556.
09/12/2008 -- Erica Wheeler To Perform at Open
The Open Borders Music Series continues its 2008-2009 season with a performance by acoustic singer songwriter Erica Wheeler. The concert will take place on Friday, September 12, 2008 at 7:30pm at 2615 Shepard Blvd in Columbia. More information is available at (573) 673-7401 or at openbordersmusicseries@charter.net.
09/18/2008 -- Bingham Gallery Faculty Show
A new exhibition in the George Caleb Gingham gallery will feature the work of the University of Missouri Art Faculty.
The gallery is located at A125 Fine Arts Building on the corner of Hitt street and University Avenue on the MU campus.
The show will run from August 18th through September 18th and there will be a reception on August 28th from 4-6 PM.
The gallery is located at A125 Fine Arts Building on the corner of Hitt street and University Avenue on the MU campus.
The show will run from August 18th through September 18th and there will be a reception on August 28th from 4-6 PM.
The annual Fall Heritage Festival will be held at Nifong Park in Columbia on Sept. 20th and 21st.
Volunteers are needed to share two- or three-hour shifts assisting in childrens activities, helping with parking, and conducting surveys.
Debra has more information at 874-7499.
Volunteers are needed to share two- or three-hour shifts assisting in childrens activities, helping with parking, and conducting surveys.
Debra has more information at 874-7499.
09/19/2008 -- Heritage Festival
The annual Fall Heritage Festival will be held at Nifong Park in Columbia on September 20th and 21st.
Volunteers are needed to share two- or three-hour shifts assisting in childrens activities, helping with parking, and conducting surveys.
Debra has more information at 874-7499.
Volunteers are needed to share two- or three-hour shifts assisting in childrens activities, helping with parking, and conducting surveys.
Debra has more information at 874-7499.
Boone County is currently under a rabies alert because of a large increase in the number of rabid bats indentified this year.
You should:
- Avoid contact with wild and stray animals.
- Vaccinate your pets, and don't let them run loose, and
- Notify Animal Control if you suspect an animal has rabies, or if you are injured by an animal.
Animal Control Officers are available 24 hours a day to catch bats in homes or buildings. More information at 449-1888.
You should:
- Avoid contact with wild and stray animals.
- Vaccinate your pets, and don't let them run loose, and
- Notify Animal Control if you suspect an animal has rabies, or if you are injured by an animal.
Animal Control Officers are available 24 hours a day to catch bats in homes or buildings. More information at 449-1888.
09/20/2008 -- Red Cross Positions
The American Red Cross needs volunteers for Disaster Teams, Armed Forces Emergency Services, and Health & Safety programs.
Positions are available for both paid and volunteer instructors in these areas.
If you are interested in being part of this vital service to our community, more information is available at 445-9411.
Positions are available for both paid and volunteer instructors in these areas.
If you are interested in being part of this vital service to our community, more information is available at 445-9411.
09/20/2008 -- Volunteer Boone Hosp. & Wardrobe
Here are a couple of volunteer opportunities in the community:
The Wardrobe, at 715 Park Avenue, needs individuals and groups to sort and hang clothing. Volunteer information is at 442-3260.
Also, Boone Hospital Center needs volunteers to help in the Gift Shop for four-hour shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons.
Barb has information on those positions at 815-3205.
The Wardrobe, at 715 Park Avenue, needs individuals and groups to sort and hang clothing. Volunteer information is at 442-3260.
Also, Boone Hospital Center needs volunteers to help in the Gift Shop for four-hour shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons.
Barb has information on those positions at 815-3205.
09/24/2008 -- Early 20th Century Columbia Life
Columbia Life, 1900-1909
The current Daniel Boone Regional Library “One Read” book is The Whistling Season by Ivan Doig. Set in the 1950s with narrator Paul Milliron looking back to his childhood of 1909, this story contains joyful memories of the Montana prairie and appreciation of the life lessons learned in a one-room schoolhouse.
State Historical Society-Western Historical Manuscripts staff member Bill Stolz will support the “One Read” experience by drawing connections between Milliron’s memories and those of early twentieth-century Columbia residents as documented in letters, diaries, photographs, and oral histories. This takes place at the Western Historical Manuscripts Collection on the MU Campus on September 24 at 7:00 p.m.
The current Daniel Boone Regional Library “One Read” book is The Whistling Season by Ivan Doig. Set in the 1950s with narrator Paul Milliron looking back to his childhood of 1909, this story contains joyful memories of the Montana prairie and appreciation of the life lessons learned in a one-room schoolhouse.
State Historical Society-Western Historical Manuscripts staff member Bill Stolz will support the “One Read” experience by drawing connections between Milliron’s memories and those of early twentieth-century Columbia residents as documented in letters, diaries, photographs, and oral histories. This takes place at the Western Historical Manuscripts Collection on the MU Campus on September 24 at 7:00 p.m.
09/24/2008 -- Early 20th Century Columbia Life
Columbia Life, 1900-1909
The current Daniel Boone Regional Library “One Read” book is "The Whistling Season" by Ivan Doig. Set in the 1950s with narrator Paul Milliron looking back to his childhood of 1909.
State Historical Society-Western Historical Manuscripts staff member Bill Stolz will support the “One Read” experience by drawing connections between Milliron’s memories and those of early twentieth-century Columbia residents as documented in letters, diaries, photographs, and oral histories. This event takes place at the Western Historical Manuscripts Collection on the MU Campus on September 24 at 7:00 p.m.
The current Daniel Boone Regional Library “One Read” book is "The Whistling Season" by Ivan Doig. Set in the 1950s with narrator Paul Milliron looking back to his childhood of 1909.
State Historical Society-Western Historical Manuscripts staff member Bill Stolz will support the “One Read” experience by drawing connections between Milliron’s memories and those of early twentieth-century Columbia residents as documented in letters, diaries, photographs, and oral histories. This event takes place at the Western Historical Manuscripts Collection on the MU Campus on September 24 at 7:00 p.m.
09/25/2008 -- Volunteer at R McDonald House
The Ronald McDonald House has an ongoing need for individuals and groups to help in guest rooms, family rooms, and common areas.
Groups interested in hosting snack drives or providing meals are also needed.
Jennifer has more information at 443-7666.
09/26/2008 -- Volunteer for Festival of the Ar
The Columbia Festival of the Arts, sponsored by the Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs, will be held September 27th and 28th on the Boone County Courthouse Square in downtown Columbia.
Volunteers are needed to assist in one- or two-hour shifts for children's activities, hands-on art, booth sitting and surveys.
Debra has more information at 874-7499.
Volunteers are needed to assist in one- or two-hour shifts for children's activities, hands-on art, booth sitting and surveys.
Debra has more information at 874-7499.
09/27/2008 -- Spider Sniff and Owl Prowl
On Saturday, September 27th, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources is holding the "Spider Sniff and Owl Prowl"
from 7 to 9 p.m.
at Rock Bridge State Park.
Participants will learn
-how to identify various creatures of the night,
-how their adaptations make them excellent predators, and
-how to "sniff" out spiders and call in an owl.
Registration information at 449-7400 or www.mostateparks.com
from 7 to 9 p.m.
at Rock Bridge State Park.
Participants will learn
-how to identify various creatures of the night,
-how their adaptations make them excellent predators, and
-how to "sniff" out spiders and call in an owl.
Registration information at 449-7400 or www.mostateparks.com
The Rainbow House Emergency Shelter needs individuals and groups to help with daily acivities and general care of children, light office work, outreach, special projects and general maintenance.
Training and orientation are provided.
Lori has more information at 474-6600.
Training and orientation are provided.
Lori has more information at 474-6600.
10/01/2008 -- City Spraying for Mosquitoes
In order to combat the spread of West Nile Disease, the city of Columbia will be spraying for mosquitoes every Friday morning from 4:00 until 8:00 AM
on the MKT and Bear Creek Trails.
Spraying will continue until the first fall frost.
More information is at www.GoColumbiaMo.com or with Environmental Health at 874-7346.
on the MKT and Bear Creek Trails.
Spraying will continue until the first fall frost.
More information is at www.GoColumbiaMo.com or with Environmental Health at 874-7346.
10/02/2008 -- Roots, Blues & Barbeque
The Roots, Blues & Barbeque Festival will be back on October 3rd and 4th, and they need lots of volunteers for a variety of fun and exciting positions.
If you would like to be part of this unique event, Tracy would like to hear from you: Area code 573-777-1897.
If you would like to be part of this unique event, Tracy would like to hear from you: Area code 573-777-1897.
10/11/2008 -- Women Artists exhibit at Central
The Ashby Hodge Gallery of American Art at Central Methodist University in Fayette opens a new and culturally unique exhibition August 26 entitled "Women in Art: Seventy Works from the Permanent Collection". Being featured are more than seventy works of art by women artists, many of them from
Missouri.
This exhibit runs from August 26 to October 11.
More information from Joe at 660-248-6304.
Missouri.
This exhibit runs from August 26 to October 11.
More information from Joe at 660-248-6304.
10/18/2008 -- Wild Area Adventure
On Saturday October 18 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. the Missouri Department of Natural Resources is holding a Wild Area Adventure at Rock Bridge State Park. Participants can join a park Naturalist for a two mile hike on the gravel beds and limestone bedrock of Gans Creek and along scenic towering bluffs.
More information at 573-449-7400.
More information at 573-449-7400.
11/15/2008 -- Bluebird Music and Art Festival
The Bluebird Music and Art Festival will be holding their annual celebration of Midwestern culture on November 14 and 15 in the District of downtown Columbia. The festival will be held at over 15 locations in various downtown businesses.
For musicians interested in being a part of the festival information can be found at www.sonicbids.com.
More information about the Bluebird Music and Arts Festival can be found at www.whatisbluebird.com
For musicians interested in being a part of the festival information can be found at www.sonicbids.com.
More information about the Bluebird Music and Arts Festival can be found at www.whatisbluebird.com
11/15/2008 -- Hazardous Waste Disposal
The Columbia Household Hazardous Waste Facility is now operating for the summer.
It provides a convenient way for residents to dispose of unneeded gas, oil, paint, cleaning products, auto batteries, pesticides, and more.
The facility is located at 1313 Lakeview Avenue (just west of the city power plant).
Hours of operation are from 9 AM-1:00 PM
on the first and third Saturdays of every month through November.
It provides a convenient way for residents to dispose of unneeded gas, oil, paint, cleaning products, auto batteries, pesticides, and more.
The facility is located at 1313 Lakeview Avenue (just west of the city power plant).
Hours of operation are from 9 AM-1:00 PM
on the first and third Saturdays of every month through November.
11/22/2008 -- November Night Sky at Rock Bridg
On Saturday November 22 The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is holding a November Night Sky event from seven to nine p.m. Participants can learn all about the night sky, how to identify constellations, listen to myths and Native American star stories, and understand how city lights affect stargazing, plants, animals, and people.
More information at 573-449-7400 or www.mostateparks.com
More information at 573-449-7400 or www.mostateparks.com
12/21/2008 -- Food Bank Volunteers
The Central Missouri Food Bank has an ongoing need for volunteers to help in repackaging food. The program has flexible hours on both weekdays and weekends.
An adult must accompany persons under 18.
John has more information at 474-1020,
extension 114.
An adult must accompany persons under 18.
John has more information at 474-1020,
extension 114.
12/30/2008 -- CFIDS & FMS Support Group
A support group for people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome,Fibro-mayalga syndrome and other invisible illnesses, is meeting twice a month in Columbia.
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month,
the meeting begins at 2:00,
at Services for Independent Living,
1401-Hathman Place.
Every 4th Thursday,
the meeting is at the Daniel Boone Library, beginning at 6:30.
More information at 573-875-5803 or 573-474-7473 (Jill Sheets)
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month,
the meeting begins at 2:00,
at Services for Independent Living,
1401-Hathman Place.
Every 4th Thursday,
the meeting is at the Daniel Boone Library, beginning at 6:30.
More information at 573-875-5803 or 573-474-7473 (Jill Sheets)
12/31/2008 -- Habitat For Humanity
Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity builds homes
for low-income, first-time home buyers.
The first Saturday of every month is now reserved
for individual volunteers who wish to help
Habitat with home-construction.
Volunteers are also needed on Fridays,
from 8AM to 4PM.
More information at 499-1202, or on the web at
showmehabitat at yahoo.com
for low-income, first-time home buyers.
The first Saturday of every month is now reserved
for individual volunteers who wish to help
Habitat with home-construction.
Volunteers are also needed on Fridays,
from 8AM to 4PM.
More information at 499-1202, or on the web at
showmehabitat at yahoo.com
You can give the gift of mobility to those who have lost the use of their legs due to land-mines, polio, amputation, illness, or birth defects.
The PET (or Personal Energy Transportation) project of Columbia employs volunteer teams to build low-cost, hand-cranked wheelchairs for worldwide distribution.
Contributions are tax-deductible. More information at 573-886-7877 or on the web at www dot gift of mobility dot org.
The PET (or Personal Energy Transportation) project of Columbia employs volunteer teams to build low-cost, hand-cranked wheelchairs for worldwide distribution.
Contributions are tax-deductible. More information at 573-886-7877 or on the web at www dot gift of mobility dot org.
12/31/2008 -- The Global Market
The Global Market is a non-profit shop selling
Fair Trade crafts, clothing, and food items
from around the world.
The store is located inside the Community United Methodist Church,
at 3301 W. Broadway.
Global Market operates year round.
Days of operation and hours are available at 442-5372
Fair Trade crafts, clothing, and food items
from around the world.
The store is located inside the Community United Methodist Church,
at 3301 W. Broadway.
Global Market operates year round.
Days of operation and hours are available at 442-5372
01/01/2009 -- Volunteers Needed/Youth Programs
The Columbia Housing Authority is seeking volunteers to work with its expanded youth program, called "Moving Ahead."
Volunteers would offer homework assistance and read to children, (kindergarten through 7th grade),at the
J.W. "Blind" Boone Community Center,
Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
More information at 443-2556, extension 1273.
Volunteers would offer homework assistance and read to children, (kindergarten through 7th grade),at the
J.W. "Blind" Boone Community Center,
Mondays through Thursdays, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
More information at 443-2556, extension 1273.