Community Calendar

The Crisp Museum will host “Then & Now: Works by SEMO Alumni & Faculty” from September 4 through October 17.

This exhibition is a celebration of learning, collaboration, and the evolving relationship between teacher and artist. Professors engage with viewers and students alike, discussing techniques and inspiration, while students gain confidence seeing their creations displayed alongside those who have guided them.

**An opening reception will take place on Friday, September 4, from 4-8 p.m.

“Then & Now” will run from Friday, September 4, through Saturday, October 17, at the Crisp Museum on Southeast’s River Campus.

Crisp Museum is located inside the Cultural Arts Center at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus at 518 S. Fountain St., Cape Girardeau, MO. Questions: (573) 651-2260.

Crisp Museum Hours
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday 1-4 p.m.
First Fridays of the Month 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Cape Riverfront Market takes place each Saturday morning through October from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 35 S. Spanish Street in Downtown Cape Girardeau.

Patrons of the farmers’ market can find a wide variety of vendors selling hot breakfast and lunch foods, farm-fresh produce, meats and cheeses, baked goods, jams, honey, flowers and plants, arts and crafts, and natural wellness products, all of which are locally grown, homemade, and handmade. Each week will feature live music, as well.

To see a list of weekly vendors, visit Cape Riverfront Market | Fresh & Local Downtown and select the date.

For updates on each Saturday's musical guest, visit the Cape Riverfront Market's Facebook page.

Mercy Hospital Southeast will hold its next Heartsaver CPR Certification Class on September 5.

Participants will learn infant, child, and adult CPR, how to use an AED, and first aid for choking. This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card to meet job, regulatory, or other requirements or for anyone interested in learning these skills. Participants will receive a two-year certification after a skills check-off, and attendees must be at least 8 years of age.

The Heartsaver CPR Class will take place on Saturday, September 5, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Mercy HealthPoint Fitness in Cape Girardeau. Registration is required and there is a cost to attend.

To register, call 573-986-4400.

The Crisp Museum will host “Then & Now: Works by SEMO Alumni & Faculty” from September 4 through October 17.

This exhibition is a celebration of learning, collaboration, and the evolving relationship between teacher and artist. Professors engage with viewers and students alike, discussing techniques and inspiration, while students gain confidence seeing their creations displayed alongside those who have guided them.

**An opening reception will take place on Friday, September 4, from 4-8 p.m.

“Then & Now” will run from Friday, September 4, through Saturday, October 17, at the Crisp Museum on Southeast’s River Campus.

Crisp Museum is located inside the Cultural Arts Center at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus at 518 S. Fountain St., Cape Girardeau, MO. Questions: (573) 651-2260.

Crisp Museum Hours
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday 1-4 p.m.
First Fridays of the Month 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

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.

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 Missouri Department of Conservation will host Learn to Fish: Fly Casting 101 on September 5.

Fly fishing can be one of the most peaceful fishing experiences in Missouri. This hands-on program for beginners will feature basic fly casting techniques. No experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. The event is free and open to the public, age 10 and up. Registration is required.

Fly Casting 101 will take place on Saturday, September 5, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center. 

To register, visit Events | Missouri Department of Conservation

Fall Muster at Fort D Historic Site
920 Fort Street, Cape Girardeau, MO
Labor Day Weekend, September 5 - 7, 9 am – 3 pm

Take a step back in time and make Fort D your destination during Labor Day Weekend. Visit with local reenactors as they interpret the Civil War in Cape Girardeau. The soldiers will demonstrate cannon and rifle fire, and visitors can get a glimpse of life during the 1860’s inside the stone building. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Fort D is one of the last earthen forts in Missouri to survive. Admission is free.

The Crisp Museum will host “Then & Now: Works by SEMO Alumni & Faculty” from September 4 through October 17.

This exhibition is a celebration of learning, collaboration, and the evolving relationship between teacher and artist. Professors engage with viewers and students alike, discussing techniques and inspiration, while students gain confidence seeing their creations displayed alongside those who have guided them.

**An opening reception will take place on Friday, September 4, from 4-8 p.m.

“Then & Now” will run from Friday, September 4, through Saturday, October 17, at the Crisp Museum on Southeast’s River Campus.

Crisp Museum is located inside the Cultural Arts Center at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus at 518 S. Fountain St., Cape Girardeau, MO. Questions: (573) 651-2260.

Crisp Museum Hours
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday 1-4 p.m.
First Fridays of the Month 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Harold S. Jones Fine Arts Center will present the 8th Annual Smooth Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6.

The event will feature The Soul Jazz Coalition, The Jazz Patrol, The Todd Hill Quintet, and SEMO Jazz Faculty.

The Smooth Jazz Festival will take place from 2-10 p.m. at the Cairo Regional Airport in Cairo, Illinois.

The event is free and open to the public.