Good morning, Columbia.

Home gardeners can join the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri’s Garden Giving initiative by donating extra produce to hunger relief organizations through the Fresh Food Connect app (which simplifies locating nearby drop-off sites).

The program aims to reduce food waste and improve access to fresh fruits and vegetables for neighbors.

True North of Columbia announced last week that it added Curtis Varns and Blair Murphy as board members to boost its support for local families.

Varns (general manager of the Networks of Mid-Missouri, including KMIZ and FOX 22) and Murphy (owner of Johnson Paint and Decorating) bring strong business experience.

Columbia announced Love Your Block mini-grant winners today, selecting 10 neighborhood projects to enhance public spaces.

The grants will fund park restoration, community cleanups, and art initiatives at sites such as Again Street Park (invasive species removal) in central Columbia.

Villageco.work, Columbia’s first social work club for freelancers and remote workers, will open April 14 at 110 Orr St. in the North Village Arts District with an open house from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—featuring high-speed Wi-Fi, private phone booths, and meeting spaces.

Southern Boone voters approved a $4 million no-tax-increase bond issue in Tuesday's municipal election to fund repairs, parking lot improvements, roof repairs and HVAC upgrades for school facilities.

Parking lot repairs may begin this summer as the district funds needed maintenance without raising current tax rates.

Incumbents April Ferrao, John Lyman and Paul Harper were reelected to the Columbia School Board in Tuesday’s municipal elections, defeating challenger Keary Husain.

They will serve three-year unpaid terms to set policy for Columbia Public Schools.

The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended the COLT Trail project to City Council today, and the $3 million plan will convert unused railroad sections along Paris Road – providing a community trail – if approved.

How to Train Your Dragon - In Concert

7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — VIP packages available — Experience the magic of animation and music as you dive into the world of dragons.

Greg Warren Live

7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of comedy with Greg Warren in Columbia, MO.

Of Sea and Stone: Uncorked Wine Tasting & Dinner

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Cooper's Ridge Event Venue — Not specified — Experience an evening of fine wine and live music from the Folk-Americana duo, Of Sea and Stone.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

3-5 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — VIP packages available — Enjoy a hilarious evening with the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour featuring premium seating options.

Intro to Woodworking Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Materials included — Learn the basics of woodworking while creating your own small project.

Pat Metheny Concert

7-10 p.m. — Missouri Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Pat Metheny live in Columbia, MO.

Katie & The Honky Tonks Concert

9:00 – 11:59 PM — Cafe Berlin — Cost info unavailable — Experience the heartfelt tunes of country music with Katie and the Honky Tonks as they perform live.

Improv Theater Class

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — TRYPS Children's Theater — Check for pricing — Explore the fundamentals of improv through engaging games and creative challenges.

DJ Requiem

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an afternoon of beats as DJ Requiem spins the decks.

Aly & AJ Concert

8-11 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of pop tunes with Aly & AJ at one of Columbia's favorite music spots.