Community Calendar

The Friends of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Foundation will host its Fall Book Sale on August 22-24.

The event will offer fresh fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, romance, political selections, cookbooks, children's books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and more.

The Fall Book Sale will take place Friday, August 22, from 6 to 8 PM, Saturday, August 23, from 8 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, August 24, from 1 to 5 PM at the Cape Girardeau Public Library.

**Special Preview sale for Friends members only on Thursday, August 21, from 6-8 PM. Become a "Friend" member with a $20 donation.

The Friends of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Foundation will host its Fall Book Sale on August 22-24.

The event will offer fresh fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, romance, political selections, cookbooks, children's books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and more.

The Fall Book Sale will take place Friday, August 22, from 6 to 8 PM, Saturday, August 23, from 8 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, August 24, from 1 to 5 PM at the Cape Girardeau Public Library.

**Special Preview sale for Friends members only on Thursday, August 21, from 6-8 PM. Become a "Friend" member with a $20 donation.

Old Town Cape’s free concert series Tunes at Twilight will welcome Miss Jubilee & Ethan Leinwand on August 22.

Inspired by the female blues singers of old and the rich, musical heritage of St. Louis, vocalist Miss Jubilee (Valerie Kirchhoff) specializes in 1920s and 30s blues, jazz, and hokum. She is accompanied by her husband, pianist Ethan Leinwand.

You can hear Miss Jubilee and Ethan Leinwand at Tunes at Twilight at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, August 22, at Ivers Square in downtown Cape Girardeau. Be sure to bring your blanket or lawn chair.

For more information, visit Miss Jubilee | Early Blues, Jazz & Hokum.

The Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Department will host Riverfront Yoga each Saturday through September 27.

Fitness instructors will lead a yoga flow built for all levels and ages. No experience is required, and modifications will be offered. Attendees should bring a towel, a mat, and water.

Riverfront Yoga will take place this Saturday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Riverfront Park in downtown Cape. No registration is required, but there is a small fee of $4 to attend.

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The Cape Riverfront Market in downtown Cape Girardeau will host a Redhawks Festival on August 23.

The Redhawks Festival will feature a spirit rally with performances from the SEMO Steel Drum Band, Marching Band, Cheerleaders, and Sundancers, as well as giveaways, interactive inflatables, and booths with SEMO Athletics, Alumni, Admissions, and KRCU staff. Rowdy the Redhawk will also make an appearance.

The Redhawks Festival at the Cape Riverfront Market will take place from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. this Saturday, August 23, at 35 South Spanish Street in downtown Cape.

We’re excited to invite you to our Encore Dance Academy Open House on Saturday, August 23, from 10:00am–12:30pm at the studio! This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the new season, explore our space, and join in on the fun.

Here’s what’s happening:
✨ Bounce House – Jump into the fun!
🎨 Face Painting – Creative designs for kids of all ages.
🎈 Balloon Animals – Whimsical creations to take home.
🩰 Free Trial Dance Classes – For ages 3+, no experience needed.
🏫 Studio Tours – Explore our classrooms and facilities.
💇 Hair Style Tutorial – Learn tips for perfect dance buns & performance hair.
👟 Shoe Fittings – Make sure your dancer is ready for the season.
🛍 Merchandise Sales – Stock up on Encore apparel & gear.

This is a free event and open to everyone, so bring your friends and family! It’s the perfect opportunity to meet our staff, ask questions, and get your dancer ready for an amazing year.

The Crisp Museum will host an Open House on August 23.

The event will feature a sidewalk chalk art contest, River Campus scavenger hunt, and other family-friendly activities. Attendees can also explore the museum’s historical collections and exhibits.

The Crisp Museum Open House will take place Saturday, August 23, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Southeast’s River Campus. The event is free and open to the public.

The Friends of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Foundation will host its Fall Book Sale on August 22-24.

The event will offer fresh fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, romance, political selections, cookbooks, children's books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and more.

The Fall Book Sale will take place Friday, August 22, from 6 to 8 PM, Saturday, August 23, from 8 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, August 24, from 1 to 5 PM at the Cape Girardeau Public Library.

**Special Preview sale for Friends members only on Thursday, August 21, from 6-8 PM. Become a "Friend" member with a $20 donation.

The Riverside Regional Library will host its monthly virtual book club on August 25 from 7-8 p.m.

For August, participants will pick a book they’ve read recently and tell the group about it. You can also bring book recommendations, especially ones for the group to read in the future.

Program for ages 18+.

To receive a Zoom invitation, contact Eunice at 573-243-8141 or eschlichting@rrlmo.org.

The Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Department will host Riverfront Yoga each Saturday through September 27.

Fitness instructors will lead a yoga flow built for all levels and ages. No experience is required, and modifications will be offered. Attendees should bring a towel, a mat, and water.

Riverfront Yoga will take place this Saturday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Riverfront Park in downtown Cape. No registration is required, but there is a small fee of $4 to attend.

Cape Riverfront Yoga | Facebook