Community Calendar

The Crisp Museum will host “Gary Lucy: Retrospective” now through December 5.

The exhibition will feature Lucy’s paintings of historical river scenes depicting steamboats, explorers, traders, and everyday life during westward expansion. The paintings, known for their storytelling quality, are based on Lucy’s careful research, and many recreate real events or moments from historical journals or records.

“Gary Lucy: Retrospective” will run through Saturday, December 5, at the Crisp Museum on Southeast’s River Campus.

Visitor Hours
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
First Friday of the Month, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

*The museum will be closed from noon on November 25 through November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Join our group of reading rebels in reading our pick this month, “Killing Mr. Griffin” by Lois Duncan. Enjoy analyzing and discussing the book and its bans/challenges since publication!

For ages 12+ at the Perryville Branch.

The City of Marble Hill will host its 2026 Christmas Street Market on November 14.

This family-friendly, outdoor event will usher in the holiday season with a variety of vendors, including handmade, antique, and vintage items; seasonal food, drinks, and treats; and special holiday appearances.

The 2026 Christmas Street Market will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Union Street in Marble Hill.

For more information, visit Marble Hill Christmas Street Market 2026 | Facebook

The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library will host “Finding Your Civil War Ancestor” on November 14.

Led by Dr. Bill Eddleman, Regional Director of the Cape Girardeau Research Center of the State Historical Society, the hands-on workshop will explore practical steps, key records, and trusted resources to help attendees trace soldiers and their families with confidence. A boxed lunch will be provided, and there is a fee to attend.

Topics covered:
• How to determine whether your ancestor served
• Enlistment and military service records
• Finding your ancestor and his regiment
• Online Civil War research resources
• Pension files and what they can reveal
• Other records created by and for veterans
• State pension records for Confederate veterans

**If you have a laptop with internet capabilities, please bring it.

“Finding Your Civil War Ancestor Workshop” will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library in Bloomfield.

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.

Suzanne Jones, Missouri Humanities speaker and member of the Choctaw, Cherokee and Delaware Nations, will share traditional Native American stories. Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library@Perryville. For all ages at the Perryville Branch.

Come celebrate the season with our 2nd annual Fall Fair! We're turning our back lawn into a fun-filled event with TONS of activities! Enjoy good food, fun games, prizes, crafts, and a petting zoo!

This will be a mostly FREE event for all ages. The first 50 families will receive a free food voucher to use that day (one per family) so make sure you get here at 12:00pm sharp!

Participants will also have several chances to win prizes:

12:30pm - Diaper Dash (ages 8-13 months)
1:00pm - Chuckin' Pumpkins (ages 6-18+)
2:00pm - Book Walk (two ages groups: 5-12 and 13-18+)

We are excited to partner with:
Happy Camper Hotcakes
BBQ 2 the Rescue
Marcus Theaters
River City Inflatables
Board and Brush
Oswald Appaloosa Horse Ranch

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured for adults with mental, behavioral, or physical disabilities. Two sessions are offered each month; please register for only one session.

This month we are helping our feathered friends prepare for winter by making bird feeders out of ice cream cones, peanut butter, and birdseed! Please be aware that we will be using real peanut butter for this project, so take caution if you have a nut allergy. Each participant will make one bird feeder to take home. Registration for this event is required. (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.

Contra Dance to live music. No experience or partner is needed. All dances are taught and walked through. This dance is FREE to the public.

More information can be found at Cape Girardeau Contra Dancers | Facebook

The Next Level fundraiser features a variety of music from the region’s most talented bands and artists playing on two floors of Buckner's!

Elevate the night at Safe House of Southeast Missouri's fall fundraiser, The Next Level. Join us on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Buckner Ragsdale Event Center in Cape Girardeau for a multi-floor concert to raise funds for the Safe House and survivors of domestic violence. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m., and the event will begin at 7:00 p.m.

This event will feature a variety of music from GenX, Next of Kin, Joy Brooker, Missourado, and Awkward Timing on the top two floors of the Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center for what promises to be a night of fun and fundraising for the Safe House. Appetizers will be served, and a cash bar, complete with both cocktails and mocktails, will be available. Guests will also have the option to participate in a silent auction.

Stay up-to-date with The Next Level at www.semosafehouse.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/safehouseofsemo.