Community Calendar

Unwind and recharge with our Gentle Yoga class, held every Wednesday. This hour-long session is perfect for all levels and focuses on relaxation, gentle movement, and mindful breathing—ideal for mid-week stress relief. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, and a yoga block if you have one. Space is limited; registration is required to reserve your spot. Join us and find your calm! (ages 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.

Join us for BabyBook, a lively lapsit storytime designed to spark your baby’s love for reading! Through joyful stories, playful music and movement, and gentle rhymes, your little one will build early literacy skills and connect with others in a warm, nurturing environment. Perfect for babies and their caregivers—come share cuddles, giggles, and the magic of books together! (ages 0-1)

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.

Learn to make delicious dorm-approved meals in a single microwavable mug! Each month we will make a new recipe, so be sure to come back. (ages 12-18)

Please call ahead if you have any concerns about food allergies.

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.

Take on a Herculean adventure with D&D "The Cycle of Cerberus"! This 2-week campaign incorporates the classic quests, monsters, and motifs of ancient myth while injecting the personality and flavor of Dungeons and Dragons. This adventure is for anyone who wants to play D&D5e, beginner or veteran players are equally welcome to sign-up!

Sponsored by Heartland Gaming Convention, LLC. (ages 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.

Love chess or want to sharpen your skills? Join our Chess Club, open to all adults interested in the game—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player. Meet fellow enthusiasts, enjoy friendly matches, and improve your strategy in a relaxed setting. Drop in anytime; no registration needed. We meet in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Come make your next move! (ages 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.

The Crisp Museum on SEMO's River Campus will hold its annual Halloween Scavenger Hunt during the month of October. Stop by the museum to look for "Scooby-Doo" items throughout the exhibits. Enter with your contact information and the number of "Scooby-Doo" items you spotted. The winner will receive all the candy inside the Crisp Cauldron. A winner will be drawn on October 31 at 4 p.m. The winner does not need to be present to win.

Join us for Toddler Time—an interactive storytime designed to spark your child’s love of books and language! Through lively stories, catchy songs, and playful activities, toddlers will explore the joy of reading while building essential early literacy skills. Parents and caregivers will also discover creative ways to support their child’s learning journey at home. Come share the fun and watch your little one’s imagination grow! (ages 1-2)

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.

Something big is coming to the big screen!

Join United Way of Southeast Missouri on October 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Marcus Theatre Cape Girardeau, as we kick off our 2026-2027 giving campaign with a special movie premiere celebrating the donors, volunteers, and partners who make a difference across our communities.

Walk the red carpet, enjoy a meal on us, and experience a powerful short film created by Digital Foundry featuring just a few of the lives changed through our network. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the occasion.

And in true Marcus tradition, the first 140 guests to RSVP can reserve their own Dream Lounger!

Seats are limited, so reserve yours today! RSVP online at unitedwayofsemo.org/event or call our office at 573-334-9634.

Join fellow American Mahjong enthusiasts for a fun and friendly game session! This event is for players who already know the rules and want to enjoy some lively rounds together. If you have your own mahjong set, please bring it along—our library has only two sets available. Feel free to bring your favorite snack or drink to enjoy while you play. No registration needed—just drop in and join the fun! (ages 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.

When the sun goes down, the stories change. Don’t Whistle After Dark explores traditional Native American stories of spirits, mysterious beings, supernatural events, and creatures that have long been part of Indigenous storytelling traditions. Drawing primarily from Cherokee, Choctaw, and Delaware (Lenape) traditions, storyteller Suzanne Jones shares tales that entertain, teach, warn, and remind us that there may be things in this world we do not fully understand. Come listen—but remember: some traditions say there are good reasons not to whistle after dark.

Registration for this event is appreciated, but not required. (all ages)