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Frank’s Fantastic Spring Outdoor Event

Abbi — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Join the Rolla Public Library on April 17 from 10 am to 1 pm as they welcome the sunshine and warmer weather with a day full of cheerful spring activities outdoors! Kids can get creative with sidewalk chalk and bubbles, paint their own clay pots, enjoy popsicles, and explore a variety of hands‑on spring crafts and activities.
This event is perfect for all ages, so bring your family and friends for a joyful afternoon of play, creativity, and seasonal fun!

Phelps County Lincoln Day

Aimee — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0500

Phelps County Lincoln Day 2026 is set for an evening of conversation, connection, and community on April 17 at 5:00 p.m. at the Diamond Event Center.

This annual event brings together community members for a night focused on civic engagement and shared values. Guests are invited to enjoy the program, connect with fellow attendees, and be part of a longstanding local tradition.

Tickets are $40, with a student rate of $25. Tickets may be purchased online through the event link or in person. Those interested in additional information or donation opportunities can reach out via email at phelpslincolnday@gmail.com.

Mark the calendar and plan to be part of this meaningful community event.

Tacos & Trivia Night

Aimee — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0500

Join Prairie Barn Winery on April 17 for Tacos and Trivia night starting at 5:30 pm! The topic is Route 66. Come out and test your Route 66 knowledge and enjoy some delicious Space Boys Tacos! RSVP by calling 660-253-0079

Red Door Fashion Show and Brunch

Aimee — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Join Red Door for their spring fashion show and brunch on Saturday April 18 at Hopper’s! Doors will open at 9 am. There will be lots of shopping and discounts you won’t want to miss! Tickets are $25.

Running for Comfort 5K

Aimee — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Join the RHS Key Club for their 5th annual Running for Comfort 5K on April 18 at Veteran’s Memorial Park. Race time starts at 9 am and race day registration is from 8-8:45 with cash or check only. Please see attached flyer for additional information and how to register

Running for Comfort Flyer

Book Signing

Aimee — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Join indie romance author Sarah K. Mason for a book signing at Bookmark This Bar—a locally owned, newly opened bookstore and bar in Rolla, MO.

Sarah will be signing copies of:
• Riding the Line
• Hell of a Ride (Steel Saints MC Books 1 & 2)
• Caught in the Crossfire (Romantic Suspense Standalone)

If you enjoy romance with emotional depth, undeniable chemistry, and a little spice, this is the perfect place to discover your next favorite read—drink in hand.

Bookmark This Bar
711 N Pine St,
Rolla, MO 65401
Saturday, April 18
11:00 AM

Opening Day at The Gardens

Aimee — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Saturday, April 18 | 11 AM – 9 PM

St. James Winery welcomes the return of patio season with a full day of live music, food, drinks, and outdoor fun to celebrate Earth Day and reopen the Gardens for the season. Guests can relax among spring blooms, enjoy lawn games, and explore sustainable vendors.

Live Music:

11 AM – 2 PM: Kirk Pierce
2:30 PM – 5 PM: Gordon & Whitlow
6 PM – 9 PM: Trilogy

Food & Drink Specials:

Grilled Chicken & Beef Kabobs
Route 66 Sour cocktail
Wine flights and craft brews

Extras:

Yard games and garden views
Earth Day-friendly vendors (list coming soon)

Interested in being a vendor? Contact Bradon at bradon.parsons@stjameswinery.com.

Easter Bone Hunt

Aimee — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the next FURRY event on April 4 at 12:00 p.m. at the Rolla Dog Park! 🐾

Pups and their people are invited to enjoy an afternoon of Easter fun featuring two exciting Easter Bone Hunts:

12:15 p.m. – Small Dog Hunt (30 lbs and under)
1:00 p.m. – Big Dog Hunt (over 30 lbs)

Expect prizes, local vendors, and plenty of playtime for four-legged friends to sniff, scamper, and socialize. For everyone’s safety, dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet during the hunts, and vaccination records are required at registration.

Hop on over and don’t miss this paws-itively adorable event!

Historic Route 66 Five-Course Wine Pairing Dinner

Aimee — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Prairie Barn Winery will host a Historic Route 66 Five-Course Wine Pairing Dinner on April 18 and 19 at noon at the Old Rosati Winery Museum. Presented by the Meramec River Wine Trail, this special event features five regional wineries, each offering a featured wine paired with a thoughtfully prepared course.

Participating wineries include Eagles’ Landing Winery, St. James Winery, Peaceful Bend Vineyard, Spencer Manor Winery, and Prairie Barn Winery, which will pair its River Inn Red with Italian Easter Pie. Each guest will also receive a Meramec River Wine Trail Route 66 collector glass.

Tickets are $75 per person, and seating is limited to 66 guests each day for this intimate wine and food experience celebrating Missouri wine country along Historic Route 66.

Click HERE to purchase your tickets for either day!

Roots & Relics, Kaleidoscope Discovery Center Annual Fundraiser

Abbi — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0500

Roots & Relics is the Kaleidoscope Discovery Center’s annual signature fundraiser supporting hands-on STEAM education for children and teens across mid-Missouri. The Kaleidoscope provides interactive exhibits, robotics teams, engineering competitions, environmental science workshops, chess and strategy programs, summer camps, Teen Science Café events, and Missouri’s statewide Future City® competition. Serving more than 2,500 students annually, the Center connects youth with real-world problem solving and career pathways in science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Proceeds from Roots & Relics directly fund student scholarships, helping families afford camps, robotics participation, field trips, and afterschool programs. In a rural region where enrichment opportunities can be limited, these scholarships ensure that access to high-quality STEM experiences is based on curiosity—not income.

By supporting Roots & Relics, donors strengthen the local workforce pipeline, expand educational equity, and help the next generation of innovators imagine, explore, and create their future.

Saturday, April 18, 2026
5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

At the Kaleidoscope Discovery Center
(609 N Rolla St, Rolla, MO 65401)

Catering from Buckin’ Hot
(meal options coming soon)

Suggested Attire: “Adventurer”
(think Indiana Jones)