Community Calendar

The Cape Girardeau Municipal Band will open its 100th Summer Season on June 3.

The opening concert will feature "Strike Up the Band" by George Gershwin, "El Capitan March" by John Philip Sousa, "A Tribute to Glen Miller" arranged by Henry Gass, “Ozark Overture” by Charles Smith and more. Whitewater Bluegrass Band will be the special guest.

The free concert will take place Wednesday, June 3, at 7:00 p.m. at the Dan Cotner Amphitheater in Capaha Park. Be sure to bring your blankets or lawn chairs.

Program will include:
Strike Up the Band, George Gershwin, arr. Leonard Moss
El Capitan March, John Philip Sousa
Abide With Me, arr. Jay Dawson
A Tribute to Glenn Miller, arr. Henry Gass
El Camino Real, Alfred Reed, arr. Robert Longfield
Salute to Bob Hope, arr. Warren Barker
Recorded by Sinatra, arr. Warren Barker
Ozark Overture, Charles Smith

The Jackson Municipal Band’s season opening concert will be June 4 with special guest Devin C. Williams.

The free concert will take place Thursday, June 4, 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.

Join us for a special day celebrating the creativity, ambition, and innovation of young entrepreneurs in our community! Youth Entrepreneurship Day at the Cape Riverfront Market highlights the next generation of makers, creators, and business leaders by giving them a platform to showcase and sell their products.

From handmade goods and original art to creative treats and unique business ideas, you’ll find a wide variety of offerings all brought to life by talented young individuals.

This event not only supports youth in gaining real-world business experience, but also fosters confidence, independence, and community connection.

Come shop small, support big dreams, and be inspired by the passion and potential of our local youth!

Future Makers Market | Youth Entrepreneurship Day | Facebook

The Poplar Bluff Public Library will host its Summer Reading Kickoff on June 6.

This year’s theme for summer reading is “Unearth Your Story” and the dinosaur-themed kickoff will feature prehistoric fun, big books, and 6-foot dinos. All ages are welcome.

The Summer Reading Kickoff will take place on Saturday, June 6, from 12-2 PM, at Ray Clinton Park in Poplar Bluff.

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 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.

The Jackson Municipal Band’s next concert will be June 18 with special guest Trevor Finlay.

The free concert will take place Thursday, June 18, 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 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.

The Jackson Municipal Band’s next concert will be June 25 with special guest Weary Ramblers.

The free concert will take place Thursday, June 25, 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 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.