Community Calendar

Are you looking for a gentle yoga class or interested in some mid-week destressing? Join us for an hour of gentle yoga, held every Wednesday. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration 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.

Looking to compete against other chess players? Join our Chess Club, a great way to learn strategy, connect with others, and enjoy chess! This club is designed for adults who are interested in or have experience playing chess. Chess Club is held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. (Ages 18+)

Registration is required.

Join us for a special screening of "The American Revolution," a PBS documentary. Discover THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a landmark series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt.

This presentation offers a sweeping overview of the series—illuminating its central themes and inspiring reflection on the ideas, struggles, and ideals that continue to define the American story. Following the presentation, we will have a brief discussion of the film. Registration for this event is preferred but not required. (ages 18+)

Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Enjoy stories, songs and activities to engage your little ones and foster a love of reading. For ages 0-6 at the Main Branch, Jackson.

Celebrate the start of summer and our Summer Reading Challenge!!

For all ages at the Benton Branch.

Celebrate the start of the Summer Library Program!! This event will be outside in front of the library, rain or shine. Enjoy crafts, games, sensory bins, a science experiment and more. And don’t forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge!

For all ages at the Main Branch, Jackson.

Join us for a roaring good time of crafts and activities and sign up for “Unearthing a Story” Summer Reading Challenge.

For all ages at the Scott City Branch.

Join us for a roaring good time of crafts, activities and refreshments and sign up for “Unearthing a Story” Summer Reading Challenge.

For all ages at the Altenburg Branch.

The Cape Girardeau Public Library will host a free Backyard BBQ Kickoff to the summer on May 30.

The event will feature games, live music, food, entertainment, and more in celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the library’s Carnegie legacy, and the start to summer reading programs.

The Backyard BBQ Kickoff will take place on Saturday, May 30, from 12-3 PM, at the Cape Public Library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Event highlights include:
Live Entertainment: Performances include a multi-hula hooper, stilt walker, and the Big Muddy Brass Quintet!
Community Painting: Participate in painting a panel for this historic mural with artists, Barb Bailey and Aaron Horrell.
Declaration Conversations: A special, interactive presentation all about the Declaration of Independence.
Games & Contests: We’ll hold a variety of contests on the half hour, groups will be divided by youth and adults, and winners will receive prizes!
Food & Drink: Free hotdogs, burgers, chips, and water, while supplies last.

A mural celebrating 100 years of the “Blues Highway” (Highway 61) is underway and you can add to it! Join us to participate in painting a panel for this historic mural. Anyone, any age, any ability, can participate. Local artists Barb Bailey and Aaron Horrell will be onsite to guide each painter in the process. No registration required for this event. (all ages)

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.