Community Calendar

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.

Pets & Petals Boo Bash is a fun-filled, family-friendly, Halloween-themed event celebrating our furry friends, feathered companions, scaly pals, and floral favorites!

Event Highlights:

• Local Vendors & Themed Booths - Explore a variety of pet and plant booths featuring products, services, and unique finds.
• Bring-Your-Pet Festivities - Leash up your well-behaved pets and let them join the fun! There’ll be activities, treats, Weiner dog racing, and photo ops.
• Giveaways - Score fun freebies and prizes throughout the day!
• Costume Contests & Trick-or-Treating

Whether you’re a pet parent, plant lover, or both, there’s something for everyone at Pets & Petals!

For more info, visit: showmecenter.biz.

Vendor Questions? Want to be a Vendor?
Contact Kelli Dysinger at 573.651.5056 / 573.450.7894 / kdysinger@semo.edu

Join us as we get to know local authors and their books and learn about the writing process. This Author Fair will feature local authors, an author panel on the writing process, a panel Q & A session, and a chance for you to purchase their books. These authors write a variety of books for kids, teens, and adults. Everyone is welcome, so gather up your friends, family, and neighbors for this special event!

Refreshments will be available and door prizes will be awarded. Registration is appreciated, but not required.

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.

Join us this month as we create spooky monster artworks using acrylic paint, cotton balls, wood mallets, and googly eyes! 👀

If you've ever asked:

How do I navigate my new smartphone or tablet?
How do I set up an email account?
How do I fix my technology issues?

...then our Tech Tutoring program is perfect for you! Schedule a 30-minute appointment with one of our tech tutors for one-on-one assistance with technology questions and problem-solving common issues.

Please bring your device (cell phone, tablet, e-reader, etc.) with you to your appointment. (ages 18+)

Love chess or want to sharpen your skills? Join our Chess Club, open to all adults interested in the game—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player. Meet fellow enthusiasts, enjoy friendly matches, and improve your strategy in a relaxed setting. Drop in anytime; no registration needed. We meet in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Come make your next move! (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.

The Crisp Museum on SEMO's River Campus will hold its annual Halloween Scavenger Hunt during the month of October. Stop by the museum to look for "Scooby-Doo" items throughout the exhibits. Enter with your contact information and the number of "Scooby-Doo" items you spotted. The winner will receive all the candy inside the Crisp Cauldron. A winner will be drawn on October 31 at 4 p.m. The winner does not need to be present to win.

Something big is coming to the big screen!

Join United Way of Southeast Missouri on October 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Marcus Theatre Cape Girardeau, as we kick off our 2026-2027 giving campaign with a special movie premiere celebrating the donors, volunteers, and partners who make a difference across our communities.

Walk the red carpet, enjoy a meal on us, and experience a powerful short film created by Digital Foundry featuring just a few of the lives changed through our network. Guests are encouraged to dress up for the occasion.

And in true Marcus tradition, the first 140 guests to RSVP can reserve their own Dream Lounger!

Seats are limited, so reserve yours today! RSVP online at unitedwayofsemo.org/event or call our office at 573-334-9634.

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.

Two events in one! At 7:30 p.m., enjoy the Trick or Treat Concert - A family-friendly concert of popular works for percussion. The audience is encouraged to dress in Halloween costumes. Treats will be distributed after this portion of the event. Then at 8:30 p.m. listen to Life: A Journey Through Time. A 60-minute multimedia piece for chamber orchestra featuring the music of Philip Glass and performed with visuals by National Geographic photographer Frans Lanting.