Community Calendar

In this session, you will learn how to stay safe while using social media. We will explore best practices and privacy settings that can help you stay safe while you socialize in digital spaces. For ages 50+ at the Main Branch, Jackson. Registration required.

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

Sikeston Parks and Recreation will present its annual Kids Fishing Derby on May 10.

The free event is open to all children age 15 and under. Each child must provide his or her own fishing pole and bait. Small children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Prizes will be awarded for three age divisions: 5 and under; 6-10, and 11-15.

The Kids Fishing Derby will take place Saturday, May 10, at the Sikeston Sports Complex. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at Pavilion 8, with the Derby starting at 9 a.m.

Saint Francis Healthcare System will host a free skin cancer screening on May 10.

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. About one in five Americans will develop skin cancer during their lifetime.

In partnership with the American Academy of Dermatology’s “SPOT me” program, screenings will be provided by Advanced Dermatology of Southeast Missouri healthcare providers.

The free skin cancer screening will be held on Saturday, May 10, from 8 a.m. - noon at Cape Radiation Oncology, located at Entrance 6 of Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Registration is required.

To register, please call (573) 331-5784.

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The SEMO Iris Society will hold its annual show on Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the West Park Mall in the J. C. Penny Court.

Any individual may enter iris in the show and there is no charge to attend or exhibit flowers. Entries must be delivered to the mall Friday, May 9, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. or Saturday between 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Judging begins at 10:00 a.m., and no entries will be accepted after that time. New this year are categories for best hybrid introduced by the late Dave Niswonger and best historic iris variety.

Flowers will be on display Saturday, May 10, from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 11, from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. All are welcome! This is an American Iris Society affiliated flower show.

The Crisp Museum is hosting an open call for quilts and stitchery items for its upcoming summer exhibit: Quilts and Stitchery: Warmth, Art, Design.

Interested artisans can submit two items. Accepted items include but are not limited to quilting, cross-stitch, embroidery, felting, crochet, thread painting, fabric collage, Coptic stitched books, and more. Submissions will be accepted now through May 15 at 5 p.m. 

How to Submit an Item:
Submit an image of the item with measurements Height X Width with your Name, Phone, and Email to Ellen Flentge by Email: eflentge@semo.edu

The SEMO Iris Society will hold its annual show on Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the West Park Mall in the J. C. Penny Court.

Any individual may enter iris in the show and there is no charge to attend or exhibit flowers. Entries must be delivered to the mall Friday, May 9, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. or Saturday between 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Judging begins at 10:00 a.m., and no entries will be accepted after that time. New this year are categories for best hybrid introduced by the late Dave Niswonger and best historic iris variety.

Flowers will be on display Saturday, May 10, from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 11, from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. All are welcome! This is an American Iris Society affiliated flower show.