This weekend s roundup of events includes a Black Art Matters art show, as well as a chance to visit local historic landmarks, the Kentucky Derby and more.
Earth Day Weekend events encourage outdoor fun
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This weekend s roundup of Maury County events is all about getting outdoors and enjoying a little Mother Nature, as well as lots of entertainment and fun.
1. Earth Day events
Earth Day is all about getting out and being in nature, which can be both fun and educational for all ages.
Columbia Parks & Recreation will host Eco Engagement at Riverwalk Park from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Bring the kids out for a fun day full of crafts, demonstrations, nature walks and other activities.
Spring Hill Parks & Recreation will host an event for young archeologists and those who like to get their hands dirty. Its Can You Dig It? event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Evans Park and will feature lots of hands-on art and other activities, such as sifting through sand to find fossils, geodes and arrowheads. Other activities will include exploring the swamp to look for lizards, frogs and other watery critters.
Mule Day, music and monster trucks on board for the weekend
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This weekend offers one popular Mule Day event making its way to the stage, as well as some great live music and entertainment options to get out of the house.
1. Mule Day Auctioneers Championship
This weekend kicks off with an event that brings a little of the Mule Day spirit back with one of its more popular competitions.
The 2021 Mule Day Auctioneers Championship, begins at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Tennessee Livestock Sale Barn at 1231 Industrial Park Drive. The event also supports the Columbia Breakfast Rotary Club s College Scholarship.
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Although spring doesn t officially start until the end of March, Columbia is kicking off the season early with First Fridays, special sales and other events to enjoy outside of the house.
1. First Fridays downtown
It s a new month, not to mention a much clearer weather forecast this weekend, just in time for another First Fridays block party downtown.
Shops will stay open late, with the main First Fridays events running from 5-8 p.m.
Mostarda food truck will be parked downtown starting at 2 p.m. Be sure to try the fried pizza fritta, as well as the shrimp or pulled pork roll.