Today's Events

Unearth a mystery with a fun escape room activity for ages 11-17 at the Oran Branch.

Embark on a new adventure each month! Join a party of heroes to battle monsters, uncover treasure, and test your skills in thrilling Dungeons & Dragons 5e quests. Bring your own third-level character or choose from our pre-made options—no experience...

Registration period: June 25 - July 9 What is on your grocery list? Maybe peanut butter, apples, crackers, or carrots? What about acorns or hickory nuts? Oak and hickory trees are plentiful in Missouri’s forests. They’re some of the staples that...

In this DVD, Spike Psarris will give a tour of our magnificent Solar System, and explore these wonders in the heavens. Along the way, you will visit each of the planets and many of their moons, through more than 230 breathtaking photographs and...

65 million years ago, you might have stepped out your door and heard.... ROAR!!! Looking up, you might see a dinosaur. Today, dinosaurs are extinct, but their descendants still live among us. Learn all about this modern-day dinosaur and how it...

River City Players' comedy, The Ballet of Fervour or Perhaps Bingo, directed by Debbie Barnhouse and written by Jos Biggs. Thursday evening dessert show-$30, Friday/Saturday evening dinner and dessert show-$48, Sunday (matinee) dessert show-$30....

Experience history come alive at our special screening of "The American Revolution," a PBS documentary. Enjoy curated excerpts that highlight the art, music, and literature of the Revolutionary Era, offering a unique window into the voices and...

Join us for Toddler Time—an interactive storytime designed to spark your child’s love of books and language! Through lively stories, catchy songs, and playful activities, toddlers will explore the joy of reading while building essential early...

Join us for a relaxing and accessible 45-minute chair yoga class designed for adults ages 18+ of all fitness levels. This class is especially appropriate for those with limited mobility. Class is led by Amity Yoga. Please register at the Main...

Join us for a fun dinosaur craft for ages 0-10 at the Oran Branch.

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...

The Dexter Farmers Market will kick off its 2026 season on Thursday, May 7, at East City Park. The market will be held every Thursday through September, offering fresh produce, local goods, and handmade items from area vendors. Residents and...

Located at the Cape Girardeau Heritage Museum on 538 Independence St, we are open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. This display will be on display until we close for the season!

A new paint-for-a-cause mural has begun. VisitCape and Painted Wren Art Gallery have joined forces to bring you The Blues Highway Mural. This mural celebrates 100 years of Highway 61, also known as the Blues Highway. The historic highway begins in...