Community Calendar

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.

Is your kid interested in learning Spanish, the world's fourth most-spoken language? Sign them up for our 8-week introduction to Spanish with guest lecturer, Carla Vaca Diez! By registering for this program, you are committing to 8 programs that will meet every Thursday from 4:00–5:00 pm. (ages 9-11)

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.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Acknowledgement: This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Join us for our first Illustrated Story Society book club meeting! Explore the world of graphic novels and comics for older readers.

Our first meeting with discuss "The Summer Hikaru Died" by Mokumokuren—it's a blend of horror, mystery, and romance (?), perfect for the spooky season. Haven't read it yet? Read for free through ComicsPlus. (ages 18+)

Want to entertain your friends and family? Join the Youth Beginner Recorder Ensemble! Students will learn to read music and the basic techniques required to play the recorder. Recorders will be provided. (ages 9-11)

Students who sign up for this are committing to 4-week lessons, every Friday at 3:30 pm, ending with a concert for family and friends on Friday, October 30.

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.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

The Missouri Department of Conservation will host Birding by Season: Fall on October 23.

Fall is in full swing and migratory birds are making their yearly appearances. Trail of Tears State Park offers many opportunities to spot these birds. Participants will shuttle from the Nature Center to the park to search for birds at stationary points and on a short hike. No prior birding knowledge or experience is necessary, and hiking conditions will be easy to moderate. Closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended.

Birding by Season: Fall will take place on Friday, October 23, from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center.

To register, visit Events | Missouri Department of Conservation

On the 4th Friday of every month from April through October, the art galleries and artists' studios in downtown Ste Genevieve open their doors to the public from 6 to 9 pm.

Come stroll from gallery to studio through quaint historic downtown Ste Gen. You will also find food, shopping and live music.

This is a family friendly and free event.

The City of Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation will host its annual Halloween Hoopla on October 23.

Spooktacular activities will include pumpkin decorating, pumpkin bowling, trick or treat bags, and a costume contest for kids ages 12 and under. Costume categories will include best costume, creepiest costume, and funniest costume.

Halloween Hoopla will take place Friday, October 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Shawnee Park Center in Cape Girardeau. No registration is required, and there is a small fee to attend.

The Southeast Missouri State University Symphony Orchestra opens its season with three pillars of the Romantic orchestral repertoire.

Pianist Alexandra Joan joins the orchestra for Franz Liszt's L'italiana in Algeri and Antonin Dvorak's Symphony No. 7 in D minor.

Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time.

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