Community Calendar

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. Perfect for ages 1–3. 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.

Go on a musical adventure discovering how Missouri's underground wildlife adapts to life beneath the surface. It includes singing, learning, and a real animal!

For all ages at the Perryville Branch.

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.
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.

Go on a musical adventure discovering how Missouri's underground wildlife adapts to life beneath the surface. It includes singing, learning, and a real animal!

For all ages at the Altenburg Branch.

Embark on a new adventure each month! Join a party of heroes to battle monsters, uncover treasure, and test your skills in thrilling Dungeons & Dragons 5e quests. Bring your own third-level character or choose from our pre-made options—no experience needed. Dice and all materials provided. Gather your courage and roll for initiative! (ages 12-18)

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.

Teens Only: Parents, please plan to drop your teen off to enjoy this event with their peers.

The Jackson Municipal Band’s next concert will be June 11 with special guest Jessie Ritter.

The free concert will take place Thursday, June 11, at 7:00 p.m. at the Nick Leist Memorial Band Shell in Jackson city park. Be sure to bring your blankets or lawn chairs.

Directions: Entrance to the band shell parking lot is off of Route D across from McCombs Funeral Home.

For more information, visit jacksonmunicipalband.org.

The Annabelle Festival Book Sale begins on Friday, June 12 from 4-6pm with a Friends Appreciation sale. Anyone can become a Friend for $5.00! A public sale will be held from 8am - 2pm on Saturday, June 13 and a bag sale will be on Sunday, June 14 from 1-3pm.

Join us for the 2026 Tunes at Twilight summer concert series! Grab your picnic baskets and lawn chairs, and head to the Ivers Square Gazebo located on the new City Hall grounds on Friday, June 12, at 7p.m. for a live, musical performance!

Band: Dennis Stroughmatt

Thank you to our event sponsors who continue to make Tunes at Twilight possible!

Another huge thank you to our Tunes at Twilight volunteers, Ivas John, who coordinates the musicians for each Tunes season, and Jerry Lomax, who supplies the sound tech each week.

***Tunes at Twilight is a rain-or-shine event. If the weather does not permit an outdoor concert, Tunes at Twilight is moved indoors to Gospel Life Church at 817 Broadway in Downtown Cape. Gospel Life Church allows concert attendees to bring coolers, food, and beverages to their venue.

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.

EVTV Motor Verks and the Southern Illinois Electric Vehicle Association are having a meetup this Saturday, June 13, from 11a.m to 1 p.m. at EVTV Motor Verks World HQ at 601 Morgan Oak Street in Cape Girardeau.

Everyone is invited, and it doesn’t matter what kind of electric vehicle you drive. Even if you’re just passing through town, or feeling a little curious about the EV thing, everyone’s welcome. Stop in, ask questions, check out the new tech, or chat with other drivers about your experiences. You can even charge your EV for FREE!

Cape Girardeau is at the crossroads for southeast Missouri, southern Illinois, and western Kentucky, so they hope to see faces from all over.

For more info, head to EVTV Motor Verks’ website (EVtv.me) or check out their social medi