Events that happened on Saturday, May 16, 2026

Have vintage handkerchiefs and would like to do something with them? Join us and make handkerchief angels to use as home décor, Christmas ornaments or give as gifts. For ages 18+ at the Altenburg Branch.

Rural King Local Farmers Square in Rural King Parking lot March 21,2026 8am-12 pm will have Fins & Feathers Food truck. There will be around 30 vendors. From processed meat, baked goods, candy, jellies, jam, honey, handmade items, epoxy figures,...

Registration period: May 2 - May 16 Times: 9 am OR 10 am OR 11 am Paddle on over and learn about canoeing. Participants will enjoy a short lesson about this beloved paddle sport and enjoy a variety of canoe and water-themed crafts and...

If you’d like to make handmade gifts, home décor or even clothes, then come in and learn to sew. Learn simple projects to get you started. For ages 7+ at the Scott City Branch.

The Friends of the Library @ Jackson Indoor Yard Sale has something for everyone: home and holiday decorations, toys, craft supplies, jewelry, books, puzzles, small appliances and so much more. Come find a treasure and support the library!! For all...

🌿 Jackson Area Garden Tour 🌿 Saturday, May 16 | 9 AM – 2 PM 📍 Self-guided | Tickets required We’re bringing back a beloved local tradition—with a fresh twist! Join us for the Jackson Area Garden Tour, a self-paced journey...

Join us in celebrating the Red House Interpretive Center with live music and demonstrations in blacksmithing, lace making, and other periodic skills.The Sons of the American Revolution will be displaying all 27 of the official US flags. The event...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Free Kids Day Event to Bring Health, Safety & Family Fun to Cape Girardeau, MO. Families in the Cape Girardeau area are invited to attend Kids Day America/International™ on Saturday, May 16 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the...

Come on down to the Cape Girardeau Riverfront Flea Market on Saturday, May 16th, 2026. 8a.m.-4 p.m. and shop over 100 vendors! Will be held on the parking lot at Independence and Main Street and the parking lot at Broadway and Main Street. Many...

Join us for a fun day of tabletop games! Nicolette Tanksley of Heartland Gaming Con. is bringing several exciting board games for you to play. Try your hand at a new game or hone your skills on a familiar one. If you have a hard time learning a game...

Registration period: May 2 - May 15 Turn your next deer into your own custom gun sling! If you’ve ever wondered what happens to the hide after a harvest—or wanted to use more of the animal you worked hard to take—this hands-on workshop is...

Main Street Friends & Family Entertainment, LCC., 111 South Main Street, Chaffee, Missouri, presents: Main Street Open Mic Music Show. Saturday, May 16,2026. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Show starts at 5:30 p.m., showcasing local talent. All seats:...

Multifamily Garage Sale! 6341 US Highway 61 North Jackson, MO 63755 In Fruitland, only 2 miles north of Exit 105 from I55! Friday, May 15th 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Saturday, May 16th 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, May 17th 8:00 am - 2:00 pm...

EARLY ACCESS PASS: $15 9am -10am Participants who purchase this ticket are admitted exclusively to the plant sale during this time. (First right of selection) (Includes Garden Walk Ticket) After 10am there is no extra charge for Plant Sale...

Local artists Aaron Horrell and Barb Bailey, in conjunction with the Stars and Stripes Museum in Bloomfield, Missouri, have started a new Paint For A Cause Project. This is an opportunity for the public to participate in a project to help raise...

Come see over 40 Red and White quilts from the collection of Ann Meyer Hazelwood. Ann Meyer Hazelwood’s love for red and white began in Perry County, where she was born and raised. Her passion for quilting grew when she opened Patches Etc. in...

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...