Community Calendar

Missouri's Official Folk Dance is making a comeback at the Osage Center. Square Dancing has arrived at Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation. Enjoy a foot stomping good time learning this skill in an 8-week class designed for those with no previous dancing experience. Classes begin January 14. Registration is required.

Looking to compete against other chess players? Join our Chess Club, a great way to learn strategy, connect with others, and enjoy chess! This club is designed for adults who are interested in or have experience playing chess. Chess Club is held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. (Ages 18+)

Registration is required.

The Crisp Museum will host the 48th Annual “Exhibiting Excellence” Juried High School Exhibition through March 8.

The exhibition highlights the talent of regional students in grades 11 and 12 residing in Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois and features sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, mixed media, photography, drawing, painting, digital art, fibers, and more.

“Exhibiting Excellence” will run through Sunday, March 8, at the Crisp Museum on Southeast’s River Campus.

Museum Hours:
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday 1-4 p.m.
First Fridays of the Month 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

On March 5, 1976, KRCU signed on the air with a power of 10 watts at 90.9 FM.

Join us as we celebrate KRCU's 50th Anniversary with a ribbon-cutting and an open house in the Serena Building on March 5, 2026.

Cape Chamber will join us at 10 a.m. for the ribbon-cutting, followed by an open house and studio tours.

Check out our Ribbon Cutting & Open House Facebook page.

For more information on KRCU's history, visit History.

Toddler Time is an interactive storytime that introduces toddlers to books, reading, and the love of language through stories, songs, and activities. Parents can discover fun ways to build the early literacy skills children need to learn to read! (ages 1-2)

Stock up your shelves (and your watchlist) at the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale at CGPL! You’ll find everything from edge-of-your-seat reads to cozy romances and tasty cookbooks, plus DVDs, CDs, and more.

This year, Friends Foundation members get a night of exclusive discounted pricing: 50¢ paperbacks and $1 hardcovers on Thursday. Friday and Saturday prices will be $1 paperbacks and $2 hardcovers. Any leftover materials on Sunday will be half-priced. Prices this good should probably come with a warning. Cash, checks, and cards accepted.

• Friday, March 6th: 6:00–8:00 PM
• Saturday, March 7th: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Sunday, March 8th: 1:00–5:00 PM

P.S. Friends members get to enjoy discounted prices and first picks on Thursday, March 5th, from 6:00–8:00 PM. Not a member? Join at the door and score early access like a pro. Learn more about the Friends of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Foundation on our website.

If you've ever asked:

How do I navigate my new smartphone or tablet?
How do I set up an email account?
How do I fix my technology issues?

...then our Tech Tutoring program is perfect for you! Schedule a 30-minute appointment with one of our tech tutors for one-on-one assistance with technology questions and problem-solving common issues.

Please bring your device (cell phone, tablet, e-reader, etc.) with you to your appointment.

(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 Crisp Museum will host the 48th Annual “Exhibiting Excellence” Juried High School Exhibition through March 8.

The exhibition highlights the talent of regional students in grades 11 and 12 residing in Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois and features sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, mixed media, photography, drawing, painting, digital art, fibers, and more.

“Exhibiting Excellence” will run through Sunday, March 8, at the Crisp Museum on Southeast’s River Campus.

Museum Hours:
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday 1-4 p.m.
First Fridays of the Month 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Crisp Museum will host Ukrainian Pysanka Egg Decoration workshops on March 6 and 7.

The name Pysanky comes from the verb to write. A stylus, called a kistka, is used to write with wax on the eggshell. The kistka has a handle and a small funnel which holds melted wax. During these workshops, Pysanky surface design and handling techniques will be demonstrated. Participants will create their own Pysanky egg with rich dyes and symbolic designs using a wax resist process. 

The workshops, which are open to ages nine and older, are planned from 1-4 p.m. both days. No experience is required, and supplies will be provided.

Cost for this workshop is $5, and pre-registration with a fee is required by March 4 or in-person at the Museum.

Crisp Museum is located inside the Cultural Arts Center at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus, 518 S. Fountain St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63703. Questions: (573) 651-2260.

Stock up your shelves (and your watchlist) at the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale at CGPL! You’ll find everything from edge-of-your-seat reads to cozy romances and tasty cookbooks, plus DVDs, CDs, and more.

This year, Friends Foundation members get a night of exclusive discounted pricing: 50¢ paperbacks and $1 hardcovers on Thursday. Friday and Saturday prices will be $1 paperbacks and $2 hardcovers. Any leftover materials on Sunday will be half-priced. Prices this good should probably come with a warning. Cash, checks, and cards accepted.

• Friday, March 6th: 6:00–8:00 PM
• Saturday, March 7th: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Sunday, March 8th: 1:00–5:00 PM

P.S. Friends members get to enjoy discounted prices and first picks on Thursday, March 5th, from 6:00–8:00 PM. Not a member? Join at the door and score early access like a pro. Learn more about the Friends of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Foundation on our website.