Columbia’s Five Things to Know for 7/5

The Weather 

From the National Weather Service:

Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Event Not to Miss Today

See how the library works by visiting the "other side" of the book drop and staff workrooms as part of this behind-the-scenes tour. For families; 30 min. Tickets required.

Limited space; tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before program.

Two tours: 2 p.m. and 2:45 p.m.

Question of the day

Do you think people who watch the fireworks should be able to reserve their spot with a blanket by the Lakefront up to a week in advance? Last year, the Columbia Association , and people now must wait until 3 p.m. the day of the show to mark their spots.

Featured reader comment

“Amen. Finally someone said it. I, too, am a meat-loving vegetarian. And I, too, have to CONSTANTLY explain my lifestyle to people.” Brandy Wilson on the column by Savage-Guilford Patch Local Editor Brian Hooks, on for vegetarians.

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