Community Calendar

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 Missouri Department of Conservation will host its Nature Center at Night - Wild Edibles Ice Cream Social on August 7.

Cool off with a scoop of summer fun while learning how nature can add delicious flavors and colorful toppings to your favorite frozen treat. The event will feature a naturalist-led presentation on safe and common wild edibles, followed by samples at the MDC ice cream parlor.

The Nature Center at Night - Ice Cream Social will take place on Friday, August 7, at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center with presentations at 5 and 6 p.m. The nature center building and exhibits will be open until 7:30 p.m.

Dances are taught and prompted to old-time music, sometimes live. Come early for extra instuction. Come with or without a partner. Children and families are welcome. Age 8 and up can learn the dance easily. $5 contribution is requested for hall rental and musicians. Look on YouTube for Contra Dance, Cape Girardeau, MO to see a sampling of our dances.

Love stitching and reading? Join our new Stitch & Listen group! Bring your favorite fiber arts project and your own audiobook to enjoy while you craft alongside fellow enthusiasts. Share tips, chat about your projects, or discover new techniques in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Please bring your own supplies, device, and headphones. We’ll have some extra yarn, needles, and scissors available, plus hot drinks and snacks to keep you cozy. Registration is appreciated but not required—drop in and stitch with us! (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.

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.

Mercy Hospital Southeast will present “Getting to Know Your Air Fryer” at its next Healthy Cooking Class on August 17.

Unlock the full potential of your air fryer. The class will cover tips, tricks, and timing secrets for this versatile tool to turn everyday ingredients into delicious, healthier meals in minutes with less mess.

“Getting to Know Your Air Fryer” will take place Monday, August 17, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. in the demonstration kitchen at Mercy Healthpoint Fitness in Cape Girardeau. There is a small fee and registration is required. 

To register, visit Healthy Cooking Classes - Getting to Know Your Air Fryer.

Explore the practice of lasagna gardening, also known as mulching or layer gardening. Learn about this soil-building technique that turns materials like kitchen waste, straw and newspapers into rich, healthy compost from MU Extension.

For ages 18+ at the Main Branch, Jackson.

Register by August 18 by calling 573-243-8141.

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.

Join us for an educational program focused on improving mobility, balance, posture and overall wellness. Learn strategies to improve stability, posture and flexibility and reduce the risk of falls. Presented by Mid America Rehab.

For ages 18+ at the Main Branch, Jackson. Call 573-243-8141 to register.

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.