Community Calendar

Join SEMO Moms Demand Action at the Peace Park in downtown Cape Girardeau for Wear Orange 2026. The Mayor will present a Gun Violence Awareness Day Proclamation, a youth group will provide music, and the Be SMART for Kids program will distribute free gun locks. We are collecting new or gently used books for kids from pre-school to 8th grade for the Summer Reading Program at St. James AME Church. Please Wear Orange, donate a book and help us honor all lives taken and impacted by gun violence. Visit wearorange.org for more info.

Are you a fan of anime and manga? Want to get into anime but don’t know where to start? Come join our anime club and learn about Japanese culture while enjoying all your favorite shows! (ages 12-18)

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Are you passionate about anime and manga, or curious to dive into this vibrant world? Join our Anime Club to explore Japanese culture, discover new series, and connect with fellow fans! Whether you’re a seasoned otaku or just starting out, our club offers screenings, discussions, and fun activities for everyone. Come share your favorites, make new friends, and experience the excitement of anime together! (ages 12-18)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies: We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teens Only: Parents, please plan to drop your teen off to enjoy this event with their peers.

Join us for the 2026 Tunes at Twilight summer concert series! Grab your picnic baskets and lawn chairs, and head to the Ivers Square Gazebo located on the new City Hall grounds on Friday, June 5, at 7p.m. for a live, musical performance!

Band: Mark Stoffel & Shad Cobb

Thank you to our event sponsors who continue to make Tunes at Twilight possible!

Another huge thank you to our Tunes at Twilight volunteers, Ivas John, who coordinates the musicians for each Tunes season, and Jerry Lomax, who supplies the sound tech each week.

***Tunes at Twilight is a rain-or-shine event. If the weather does not permit an outdoor concert, Tunes at Twilight is moved indoors to Gospel Life Church at 817 Broadway in Downtown Cape. Gospel Life Church allows concert attendees to bring coolers, food, and beverages to their venue.

Join us for a special day celebrating the creativity, ambition, and innovation of young entrepreneurs in our community! Youth Entrepreneurship Day at the Cape Riverfront Market highlights the next generation of makers, creators, and business leaders by giving them a platform to showcase and sell their products.

From handmade goods and original art to creative treats and unique business ideas, you’ll find a wide variety of offerings all brought to life by talented young individuals.

This event not only supports youth in gaining real-world business experience, but also fosters confidence, independence, and community connection.

Come shop small, support big dreams, and be inspired by the passion and potential of our local youth!

Future Makers Market | Youth Entrepreneurship Day | Facebook

Join us for a day of fun to celebrate the beginning of the Summer season!

From 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. all four floors of the mill will be open for free self-guided tours. Self-guided tours of the first floor go until 4 p.m.

Large format checkers, four in a row, corn hole, and other classic board and lawn games will be setup inside the mill and covered bridge.

There will also be a full bubble station with bubble solution and wands to make giant bubbles in the day use area.

SEMO Inflatables will have inflatable bounce houses set up in the day use area. Fee for entrance into bounce houses.

SEMO Sno Cones and BBQ 2 the Rescue will be selling delicious snow cones, sodas and BBQ in the day use area.

This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, call (573) 243-4591.

113 Bollinger Mill Road Burfordville, MO.

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is hosting its 5th Annual Mississippi Mingle on June 6.

This family-friendly event will feature live music, barbecue and fish fry, food trucks, adult beverages, carnival games and kids activities. All proceeds will go toward the six community programs Catholic Charities delivers in 39 counties.

Mississippi Mingle will take place on Saturday, June 6, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 318 S. Spanish Street in downtown Cape Girardeau.

Tickets are $10 and include one drink ticket.

Join us for Bilingual Storytime—¡Hola y bienvenidos! Experience the joy of stories, songs, and rhymes in both Spanish and English. Perfect for young children and families, this interactive event encourages language learning and fun through music and books. Come sing, play, and read with us as we celebrate two languages together! (ages 0-5)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Acompáñenos en la Hora del Cuento Bilingüe: ¡Hola y bienvenidos! Descubra la alegría de las historias, las canciones y las rimas, tanto en español como en inglés. Ideal para niños pequeños y familias, este evento interactivo fomenta el aprendizaje de idiomas y la diversión a través de la música y los libros. ¡Venga a cantar, jugar y leer con nosotros mientras celebramos juntos dos idiomas! (Edades: 0 a 5 años).

Accesibilidad: La biblioteca se esfuerza al máximo para garantizar que todos puedan disfrutar de nuestros programas. Si tiene alguna inquietud sobre la accesibilidad o necesita solicitar adaptaciones específicas, por favor comuníquese con la biblioteca.

Adultos acompañantes: Este programa está diseñado para niños y los adultos que los acompañan. Por favor, planifique asistir y participar activamente junto a su hijo durante el programa. No se permitirá dejar a los niños solos bajo la supervisión del personal.

Este evento cuenta con el apoyo del Instituto de Servicios de Museos y Bibliotecas (Institute of Museum and Library Services), en virtud de las disposiciones de la Ley de Servicios Bibliotecarios y Tecnología (Library Services and Technology Act), bajo la administración de la Biblioteca Estatal de Missouri, una división de la Oficina del Secretario de Estado.

The Poplar Bluff Public Library will host its Summer Reading Kickoff on June 6.

This year’s theme for summer reading is “Unearth Your Story” and the dinosaur-themed kickoff will feature prehistoric fun, big books, and 6-foot dinos. All ages are welcome.

The Summer Reading Kickoff will take place on Saturday, June 6, from 12-2 PM, at Ray Clinton Park in Poplar Bluff.

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, in some adventurous experiments!

(ages 6-11)

Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Acknowledgement
This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.