Good morning, Columbia.

Bricks and Minifigs will open its new storefront inside Broadway Shops on July 11.

The shop aims to provide local fans with a fun spot to explore collectible bricks and minifigs.

Columbia’s Office of Cultural Affairs will host the city’s fifth annual Make Music Day this Sunday with free musical performances at various local venues.

The global celebration of summer solstice music welcomes participants of all ages.

A proposed health science high school is set to offer students hands-on hospital experience in a traditional school building and will boost local career opportunities when it opens.

The latest KIDS COUNT report shows Missouri ranking 28th overall and 29th in education (77% of eighth graders and 73% of fourth graders not meeting proficiency) while economic well-being improved (child poverty dropped to 15%); lawmakers call for an education policy agreement.

Southwest Columbia's South Sinclair Road closure is postponed to Thursday at 7 p.m. due to a scheduling conflict and will reopen at 7 a.m. Friday, with northbound traffic detoured via Murifield Drive and southbound traffic through West Southampton Drive (city press release).

A health and safety specialist (Karen Funkenbusch from U of M Extension) advises fair attendees to bring water and portable fans and take breaks in the shade as summer fairs approach.

She recommends wearing light, loose clothing to prevent heat-related illness.

Outdoor enthusiasts in Missouri are advised to exercise caution after a recent report outlined 13 critters, including rattlesnakes, snapping turtles and bears, that may be dangerous if provoked — the advice reminds hikers and campers to follow safety tips today.

Women Doing Good Recognition Breakfast

8:00 – 9:30 AM — Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia — Cost not specified — Celebrate inspiring women making a difference in the Columbia community.

Jurassic Park Movie Night

8:30-10:30 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a classic movie under the stars with friends and family.

Finding Nemo Outdoor Movie Night

8:30 – 10:30 PM — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Bring the family for a night of fun with Pixar's classic adventure.

Red White & Blues Celebration

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy a vibrant evening of music and community at Rose Park.

Intro to Vinyl Cutting Class

6-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Learn to create vinyl projects with GCC vinyl cutters and Cricut Maker in a hands-on session.

Callaway Chamber Monthly Roundtable Tour

8:30-10 a.m. — Callaway Chamber of Commerce — Free entry — Engage with community members and business leaders to discuss local workforce developments.

Basics of Industrial Sewing Class

5-8 p.m. — MACCLab | A Community Makerspace — Class fee includes materials — Master the fundamentals of industrial sewing and create your very own tote bag.

Incredibles Movie Night

8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with the Incredibles.

Clay Street Unit + Arkansauce Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Ticket availability varies — Enjoy an evening of live music from local favorites Clay Street Unit and Arkansauce.

Encanto Outdoor Movie Night

8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Enjoy a magical evening with Encanto under the stars.