June 2012
Museum After Hours
June 6
Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Missouri State Museum, Missouri Capitol
Description: In June, the Missouri State Museum will continue to have “Museum after Hours” events on the first Wednesday of each month and stay open until 9 p.m. If you have ever wondered what it would be like to visit the museum at night, or your schedule doesn’t allow daytime outings, come join us for special programs and view the exhibits. You will find both old and new favorites, including “Civil War Missouri: A House Dividing,” an exhibit that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Evening entry to the museum will be through the carriage entrance on the south side of the building underneath the grand staircase.
On June 6th, guest speaker Mr. Robert Herman will present “Meet Me at the Fair,” a program about the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. Intended to be the biggest and best World’s Fair ever, this event gave fairgoers the opportunity to enjoy everything from art and music to entertainment and culture from around the world. Mr Herman is a charter member of the St. Louis World’s Fair Society, and an avid collector of St. Louis World’s Fair memorabilia. He enjoys sharing his knowledge of this exciting time. Visitors will also have an opportunity to be among the first to view some of the collection of World’s Fair artifacts donated to the museum last year. This program will take place in the museum classroom, which is located in the History Hall (east wing).
Contact Information: (573) 751-2854
Cost: Free
Spiegelau Beer Tasting
June 6
Time: 6:30-9:00 pm
Location: Memorial Park Pavilion
Description: Exceptional glassware is the key to elevating all facets of premium craft beers. Learn firsthand how color, clarity, aroma, temperature adn effervescence are dramatically enhanced with different types of beer glasses. Come enjoy beer the way it was intended to be and go home with a set of four Spiegelau Beer Connoisseur glasses! You will taste four premium craft beers (lager, wheat, IPA/APA & Belgian). Lutz BBQ will be served after the tasting.
Contact Information: (573) 634-3737
Cost: $39.95 per ticket – seating is limited.
“Thursday Night Live”
June 7, 14, 21 and 28
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Location: Corner of Madison and High Streets
Description: Every Thursday in June will feature live music in downtown Jefferson City. Plan to be downtown every week for some great Missouri music. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the evening. Downtown stores, restaurants and bars will offer “Thursday Night Live” specials.
Contact Information: Thursday Night Live
Cost: Free
University of Missouri-Columbia: Summer Fire School and Midwest Wildfire Training Academy
June 5-10
Time: All day.
Location: Capitol Plaza Hotel and locations throughout Jefferson City
Description: Fire and Rescue Training Institute will host their annual training program in the Jefferson City community. Latest techniques and outdoor practical training make up the schedule for those attending the fire school and wildfire academy. Participants learn the latest techniques in technical rescue, firefighting and emergency situation management.
Contact Information: (573) 882-4735
Cost: Free for the general public to attend their tradeshow and fire truck display.
Capital City Summer Hoops Classic
June 7-9
Time: Times and Schedule will be placed on this page: http://capitalcityshootout.com/schedules.html
Location: Facilities will be listed here: http://capitalcityshootout.com/facilities.html
Description: The Capital City Summer Hoops Classic is open to 7-12 grade boys and girls teams. $325 per team, 10 games, large and small school divisions. Discounts will be extended to programs with multiple teams entered. Special hotel rates will be available for participating teams. For more information, please visit the Capital City Hoops website: http://capitalcityshootout.com/index.html
Contact Information: Please email capitalcityhoops@yahoo.com
Cost: $325 per team
Blues, Brews & Brats Festival
June 9
Time: 5:00 – 9:000 pm
Location: Dunklin Street – between Madison & Jefferson
Description: This family-friendly event features great live music, a multitude of food vendors and a fun street party environment.
Contact Information: (573) 619-0457 or johnpelzer@socket.net
Cost: Free
“Legally Blonde the Musical” Dinner Theatre
June 14-17 and 21-24
Time: June 14,15,16,21,22,23; doors open at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Matinee performances will be June 21 and 24; doors open at noon, lunch at 12:30 p.m. and the show starts at 1:30 p.m.
Location: Shikles Auditorium, 1200 Linden Drive
Description: Sorority star Elle Woods heads to Harvard Law School in this brand new, bright, bouncy musical comedy for the whole family. Based on the hit movie.
Contact Information: (573) 681-9012 or at www.CapitalCityPlayers.com
Cost: $30 for dinner and the show
“Cinderella”
June 14-16
Time: June 14-16 at 7:30 p.m., additional matinee on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
Location: Miller Performing Arts Center
Description: The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andres, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its re-creation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams come true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fits.
Contact Information: www.TLTJC.org
Cost: $15
Cruisin’ for MDA
June 30
Time: 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: High Street, Downtown Jefferson City
Description: Come see the largest car show in Jefferson City the last Saturday of every month from March to September. Listen to the music supplied by COOL 97.5, grab some food sold by the Jefferson City Host Lions Club and look at the cars displayed on the streets.
Contact Information: (573) 680-9458, http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=info&gid=98072914082
Cost: Free
