Events that happened on Friday, June 1, 2018

First Friday Coffee, hosted by Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce, will be held June 1, at Isle Casino. State Rep. Kathy Swan will discuss the recently completed legislative session. Doors open at 7 a.m., program begins at 7:40 a.m.

Registration begins May 1 (ages 6–10) Fish are very interesting animals. From the way they move to how they sense the world around them. We will study some of the common fish of Missouri and try to catch some at the pond.

Registration begins May 1 (ages 6–10) Fish are very interesting animals. From the way they move to how they sense the world around them. We will study some of the common fish of Missouri and try to catch some at the pond.

This session will feature a field trip (May 30 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) to Levi's Adventure Trail. Campers will also learn about the Charles Hutson Horticulture Greenhouse at Southeast Missouri State University as we tour the grounds, learn about plants, and...

On June 1st, golfers have the opportunity to join United Way of Southeast Missouri in their 31st annual Golf Tournament at Cape Girardeau Country Club sponsored by BioKyowa. The tournament will be a four-person scramble with a capacity of 34 teams....

Doug E. Rees will be at the Rock Garden in Jackson City Park. Bring your lawn chair and favorite beverage. Brought to you by the Jackson Parts Department and Cape Regional Airport/United Express.

Amy LaVere will perform at this free concert on the Ivers Square Gazebo. Bring your family and your lawn chair for this great concert series.

Too Wet to Plow performs at River Ridge Winery.

Too Wet to Plow performs at River Ridge Winery.

JKL Entertainment along with We Are Live Radio! Present Ian Bragg and Jonathan Kite, Show Me Comedy at the Show Me Center on Friday, June 1st at 8 p.m. In 2015, Ian was a fan favorite and placed in the Top 5 on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” He...

Shawnee Hills Arts Council/Anna Arts Center and the “Soul Schoolers” home school drama club presents the play WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE on Friday, June 1, at 6:30 p.m. at the Anna Arts Center, 125 W Davie Street, Anna, Illinois. $5 Tickets will be...

The Rosemary Berkel and Harry L. Crisp II Museum at Southeast Missouri State University’s River Campus is hosting a “Make & Take” event as part of First Friday with the Arts. The public is invited to attend and admission is free. Supplies are...

During the June First Friday with the Arts, you and your furry friends are invited for a Pets Night Out! Bring your well-mannered pooches and piggies to participate in a night celebrating artwork and animals. A full listing of locations of which...

The Catapult Creative House Student Studios will hold their final spring season Artist of the Month exhibition titled “Natural Delights: The Explorative Pottery of Ellen Hones” featuring the work of Southeast Missouri State University artist Ellen...

​Join us in supporting local artists while enjoying great food and drinks! Free show from 9 p.m. to close. 

Registration begins on-line April 3 (ages 14+) Program is in two parts and free. Friday evening at the nature center property owner, Paul Breitenstein, will discuss the process he has undertaken over the years to turn his landscape from old...

SUMMER USED BOOK SALE Friday & Saturday, Jun 1 & 2 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. on both days! 318 North Main Street, Poplar Bluff MO Poplar Bluff Municipal Library holds its Summer Used Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 1 and Saturday,...

All proceeds will benefit St. Jude Children's research hospital. There will be T-shirt vendors, tattoo artists, field events, blessing of the bikes, mouse races and more. Head 1st will play Friday, and Swamp Whiskey will play Saturday. No Maglites,...

Immaculate Conception School in Jackson, MO, is hosting a Fall Craft Fest on Saturday, November 3rd, 2018, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. We are currently accepting vendor applications for homemade crafts such as wood crafts/furniture, quilts, floral,...

An exhibition of recently donated artworks and artifacts including paintings, prints and ceramic pottery. The reception is from 4 to 8 p.m. May 11 in Crisp Museum.

Take advantage of your lunch break with a great 30 minute express workout! Meet us at the Osage Centre for a different workout each day to hit full body for the busy bee! Wear your work attire or take advantage of our locker rooms to freshen up...

Every Friday night in June, Historic Downtown Sikeston sponsors Free Music in the Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, picnic basket and enjoy different venues each week from 6 - 8 p.m. June 1: Gary Hampton & Jennifer Morgan June 8: The...

The Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum is housed in a beautifully restored 1896 building that is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is located in the 426-acre historic Jefferson Barracks Park which is a 15 minute drive south of...

There will be new miniature art work by the Visual Art CO-OP artists on display at the Arts Council.

The Visual Arts Cooperative Window Exhibitors for June are Adam Sobas and James Palen.

If you are looking for that special combination of live music, a jovial atmosphere and small town charm, then you need to know about the Summer Music Series in historic Ste. Genevieve. Featuring a variety of musical styles ranging from soulful...

The Gallery at Southeast Missouri State University’s Catapult Creative House will feature “Breath,” showcasing the work of Jessica Lambert, Catapult Creative House Student Gallery manager and senior Bachelor of Fine Arts student at...

Regular Physical Activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health! The City of Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation has tons of great options for you! We have over 15 different Group Fitness classes available each week held at...

Al-Anon Meeting: Help and Hope for Families and Friends of Alcoholics When you don't know where to turn Because someone you love drinks too much Al-Anon Family Groups can help. Learn more by attending a confidential meeting at River...

The Cape Girardeau County Republican Women's Club will hold their monthly meeting at 11:45 a.m. Guest speakers will be Barbara Gholson, candidate for Cape Girardeau County Collector and Charlie Biester for Cape Girardeau County Circuit...

Karaoke and Music outside on the patio!! Grab a bunch of friends, bring your singin' voice and your dancin' shoes and join us for fun, food, and friends! Awesome homemade chips & salsa with tasty margaritas!! For large parties call ahead for...

Come listen to Ivas John on the first Friday of every month! He plays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and we open at 4 p.m. Get here early to get a table because Ivas always packs the house

Come join us for some great music and dancing! Kevin and Holly have been scheduled to perform the first Friday of every month, just for us, in the Eagles club room. Bring your friends and enjoy the evening! Open to non-members - just sign our guest...

Tom Runnels art exhibit is now open at the Bollinger County Museum of Natural History in Marble Hill. Tom Runnels was a local artist, writer, and sculptor. Metal sculptures, paintings, and prints by Tom Runnels will be featured in this exhibit....

Explore how WWI affected the lives of small town Americans on the home front and overseas in our World War I exhibit. Included in the exhibit are uniforms, photos, personal items, stories telling the World War I experiences of Samuel A. Baker, and...

Utahraptor was probably the largest of raptors, 23 feet from head to tail and weighing around a half a ton. It used a huge killing claw, located on it's hind feet, for slashing and ripping prey. See a replica of this ferocious predator at the...