Time Well Spent: Previews and reviews of mid-Missouri events

by Brent Beshore

April 4,2008

THE LATEST IN EVENT TRENDS

Cut Costs with Style: Everyone wants to cut costs these days. Instead of having an open bar, choose a specialty drink that people will talk about. Mojitos with fresh mint leaves in a decorative glass, a peach bellini topped with a strawberry, a sea breeze with a pineapple and cherry, or a favorite drink recipe of the host or hostess. Cheers!
Glass Glamour: No matter how elegant, glasses are usually boring. To fix, carefully dip a glass into colored sugar or salt to coat the rim, twirling the glass around as it's removed. Fill it with champagne, sparkling wine, or a margarita and even a few drops of pomegranate juice for brilliant color. Non-drinkers can join in the toast with a decorative dipped glass filled with fruit juice topped with sparkling water. Enjoy!
Linen Madness: When most people think party, they think white linens. But why? Usually it is no more expensive to rent the colored linen instead of plain white. So for your next party, think color.
It is an essential design tool that can add pizzazz to any party. Choose a linen or satin napkin for some texture contrast to create an elegant atmosphere. Take your event from frumpy to fabulous!

HIT LIST

1. Columbia Art League: National Equine Art Show— April 1-May 16th
2. Blue Note: Big Smith with Blue Mountain—7 p.m. Saturday, April 19 at The Blue Note
3. Blue Man Group—8 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at Mizzou Arena
4. Concert Series: Movin' Out—7 p.m. Monday, April 28 in Jesse Auditorium 5. Stephens College: true Confessions of a High-Heeled Leader—5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1; www.stephens.edu
Is your favorite charity having a fund-raiser? Is your company hosting an event? Are you and your friends throwing a party? Let me know about it at events@eventsolutionsllc. com.

REVIEWS
Opening Rounds of the Big Dance
Where:.Host cities across the United States
When: March 20-24
Why: Who's the best college basketball team? (How can I not work?)
Cost: TV and lots of time
Details: Who has time to attend silent auctions in March? Not with basketball on! While this may not be your typical event, it is no less an event. By definition, an event is a gathering of people for a purpose (usually with drinks). People, check. Purpose, check. Beverages, check and check. As for the event, it has been great—a wonderful combination of beautiful dominance (UNC) and striking upset (See ya, Duke and Davidson). While my bracket has largely weathered the storm (5th of 18 in the Core 20 Pool), it is not without close calls and exciting moments. Yes, I had Duke in the final four (bummer), but I could have had Georgetown winning it all (you know who you are).
Rating: 9/10—Slightly besting both the Super Bowl and MLB playoffs anda little less exciting than the College Football National Championship.

PREVIEWS

Chamber's EPIC: An evening with Les Bourgeois Wine Makers
Where: Les Bourgeois
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 16.
Why: To mingle with other emerging professionals (no emerging jokes)
Cost: $32/person
Details: On what will likely be a beautiful spring evening, Les Bourgeois will host the Chamber of Commerce's Emerging Professional in Columbia (EPIC) group. High on the blufftops above the Missouri River, Les Bourgeois will provide gourmet appetizers, an unparalleled atmosphere and a great way to meet other young business leaders. And Mo-X is providing complimentary shuttle service for those who really enjoy their wine.
More Info: Call the Chamber at 874-1132 Anticipation. Rating: 9/10—Spring day, great atmosphere, gourmet food and a fun crowd.

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