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The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

Old Town Cape will host its Vacancy to Vibrancy Downtown Open House on May 1.

Looking to start, move, or expand your business into downtown Cape Girardeau? Ever wonder what vacant properties in downtown Cape look like on the inside? This event is free and open to the public, and a property owner or realtor will be on-site at each available building.

Vacancy to Vibrancy will take place in downtown Cape Girardeau from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1.

Open House Properties
710 Broadway
729 Broadway
731 Broadway
622 Broadway
824 Broadway
805 Broadway
5 North Main
1 North Main
102 North Main
120-124 North Main
308 North Main
117 Themis
635 Broadway
18 North Sprigg
314 S Ellis
18 North Main
122 S Spanish St.

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The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library to Host Thrilling Murder Mystery Dinner: "Murder by the Book."

Get ready for an evening of intrigue, suspense, and delicious food! The Stars and Stripes Museum is thrilled to announce its upcoming murder mystery dinner theatre, "Murder by the Book," taking place on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

Guests are invited to step into a world of literary secrets and deadly rivalries as they watch some of the world’s most famous authors solve a mystery. "Murder by the Book," by Craig Sodaro and the Pioneer Drama Service will take place inside The Stars and Stripes Museum, adding an extra layer to this engaging and interactive event.

Title: Murder By the Book
Date: Friday, May 2, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: The Stars and Stripes Museum, 17377 Stars and Stripes Way, Bloomfield, Mo 63825

Tickets: $50/person. Each ticket includes a full dinner, drinks, and dessert. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 573-568-2055, or visit https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-murder-mystery to purchase tickets online.

The Holland College of Arts and Media will present “Celebrate the Arts” on May 2.

This annual musical revue performed by Southeast students will feature works from Broadway musicals, jazz and classical music, and original dance pieces. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit international and national performance tours for Southeast students.

“Celebrate the Arts” will take place on Friday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Bedell Performance Hall at Southeast’s River Campus.

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The Prodigy Leadership Academy PTO is excited to present our 5th Annual PLAyfest on Saturday, May 3, 2025!

PLAyfest is dedicated to fostering a dynamic, inclusive environment where creativity and collaboration thrive. Our mission is to celebrate the transformative power of play, encouraging individuals of all ages to engage, explore, and connect through interactive experiences. We believe play is essential for personal growth, community building, and the development of innovative ideas, and we aim to highlight its vital role in nurturing curiosity, well-being, and understanding.

We are blessed to see the event grow each year. Last year, we were able to partner with an astonishing number of service organizations, offering even more free play opportunities for our families.

At PLAyfest, we have play opportunities for all ages! PLAYfest features local food vendors, musicians, artisans, and shops! We will also fill the park with interactive activities for you and your family to engage in.

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu