Upcoming events in southeast MO, southern IL, western KY
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Saturday, September 7-14
SEMO District Fair
Arena Park
Cape Girardeau, MO
Monday, September 9
Hunger Action Resource Fair and Mobile Food Pantry
10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Southeast Missouri Food Bank parking lot
600 State Highway H
Sikeston, MO
Southeast Missouri Food Bank will host a Hunger Action resource fair and mobile food pantry at its headquarters in Sikeston on Monday, Sept. 9, as part of its Hunger Action Month activities.
The resource fair will be from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 9 in the food bank’s parking lot at 600 State Highway H in Sikeston.
Peters said the resource fair is open to anyone living in the food bank’s 16-county service area across southeast Missouri.
Resource providers offering services include Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Visiting Nurse Association, Department of Veterans Affairs, Scott County Transit System, Butler County Health Department, SADI, Cape Adult Education & Literacy, Voices for Children – SEMO, Lincoln University Extension, MU Extension, Workforce Development Board and SEMO-NASV. Food bank staff will also be on hand to assist with SNAP and Medicaid applications.
The mobile food pantry will be limited to people who attend the resource fair. Both the resource fair and mobile food pantry will be a walk-through system. Visitors should follow parking instructions on site.
SEMO Food Bank serves 80,000 individuals each month through its network of partner agencies and direct service programs. It’s 16-county service area includes 7 of the 10 most food insecure counties in the state.
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Reception celebrating the return of George, the original Woodruff gun
3-5 p.m.
Fort D Historic Site
920 Fort St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Fort D Historic Site will host a reception celebrating the return of George, the original Woodruff gun, from 3–5:00 p.m. at the grounds of Fort D on Monday, September 9.
“George” was in Cape Girardeau for more than 80 years and was exhibited at Fort D for several years. He is a survivor of the Civil War, including the Battle of Pilot Knob, and was brought back to The Cape by the local 56th Enrolled Missouri Militia under the command of Colonel George C. Thilenius.
Years ago, the cannon tube disappeared but was relocated in Indiana in 2023. The original wooden carriage also disappeared many years ago, but a new authentic replica carriage has been funded by local supporters and is being constructed in the East.
Help welcome George and his new carriage back to Fort D where he will be on exhibit as the pride of Cape Girardeau, in honor of the local men who brought him back from the war.
The address of Fort D is 920 Fort St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701.
Wednesday, September 11
Illinois State Police Blood Drive
2-6 p.m.
Veteran’s Airport Charter Lounge
10400 Terminal Drive #200
Marion, IL
Wednesday, September 11-Sunday, September 15
Jack to the Future
Cape Girardeau, MO
Featured sessions
Tickets for the entire five-day event are $349. Visit evccon.evtv.me to learn more and get tickets to the EVCCON.
Friday, September 13
First Responders Parade of Heroes
7 p.m.
Cardwell, MO
Carwell Emergency Services will hold a parade to honor the heroes of September 11, 2001 along with the heroes of today. The parade line up will start at 6 p.m. at North Main and go down South Main to Phillips Drive.
Anyone who wants to put a float, marching band, car, ATV, UTV, motorcycle, etc. in the parade is asked to contact Cardwell City Hall at 573-654-2212 or Lonnie Ward at 573-717-6733.
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Stone Temple Pilots
Mtn Dew Park
Marion, IL
With more than 70 million albums sold, Stone Temple Pilots roared on to the scene in 1992 with their raucous debut, Core. A breakout success, the album peaked #3 on the Billboard 200 chart, and dominated radio waves with hits like “Sex Type Thing,” “Wicked Garden,” and the Grammy-Award winning smash single, “Plush.” STP quickly distinguished themselves as a band beholden to no trend. Boasting the inimitable riffs of guitarist Dean DeLeo, the propulsive rhythm section of bassist Robert
DeLeo and drummer Eric Kretz, and the charismatic baritone of frontman Scott Weiland, STP ruled airways, video playlists and charts alike over their legendary career.
The band released their latest studio album, Perdida in 2020 with new lead singer, Jeff Gutt. Paste magazine described Perdida as the most sonically rich experience that Stone Temple Pilots have offered fans to date.
“Stone Temple Pilots have made unbelievable music for decades. They still sound great and their music has stood the test of time. STP, on Friday the 13th, will straight-up rock Mtn Dew Park this September!” said Mtn Dew Park co-owner Shad Zimbro.
Tickets to Stone Temple Pilots go on sale to the public Friday, March 29, beginning at 9 a.m., online at Thrillbillies.com. Tickets start at $25.
Saturday, September 14
Electric vehicle car show and field day for 6th Annual Electric Vehicle and Charging CONvention
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Century Casino
777 Main Street
Cape Girardeau, MO
The general public is encouraged to participate in the electric vehicle car show and field day to be held Saturday, September 14 from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Century Casino located at 777 Main Street in Cape Girardeau . The family-friendly event featuring a vendor area, hands-on demos and vehicle displays is open to the public, with free admission for spectators. Car show registration is also free for any electric vehicle owner who wants to show off their custom or OEM EV.
EVTV Motor Verks and Rickard Electric present the 6th Annual Electric Vehicle Conversion CONvention (EVCCON) September 11-15, 2024 at EVTV World Headquarters. The event features networking opportunities, educational sessions, demos, industry experts, hands-on shop time, an autocross, drag race, car show and parade. EVTV Motor Verks and Rickard Electric produce the EVCCON as a response to demand from passionate individuals who understand what’s at stake, who feel empowered and inspired to share with others – and the world – the benefits of electrifying the transportation system and in moving the power-grid forward… to “FREE themselves of the tyranny of the entrenched… money structure,” as EVTV founder Jack Rickard, Jr. put it.
Tickets for the entire five-day event from September 11-15 are $349. Visit evccon.evtv.me to learn more and get tickets to the EVCCON.
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Manifolds on Main Street
46th Annual Car Show
4-7 p.m.
Capaha Park
Cape Girardeau, MO
Join fellow car enthusiasts at Capaha Park for free barbecue, chips, beverages, music, door prizes and more. Purchase souvenir t-shirts to wear during the car show. Learn more about the River City Rodders and how to become a member.
Sunday, September 15
Manifolds on Main Street
46th Annual Car Show
$20 entry fee
8 a.m.-noon – car show registration
9 a.m.-4 p.m. – free spectator car show
Capaha Park
Cape Girardeau, MO
Proceeds benefit Women’s Safe House and other local non-profit organizations. Get a souvenir t-shirts, ask about membership opportunities and participate in 50/50 drawings.
Monday, September 16
Unveiling of POW/MIA display
11 a.m.
John J. Pershing VA Medical Center
main lobby at 1500 N. Westwood Blvd.
Poplar Bluff, MO
The John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff invites all veterans, their families and caregivers, along with members of the community to attend a special ceremony September 16 to unveil a new, permanent POW/MIA honor chair and plaque display.
The ceremony will take place starting at 11 a.m. in the main lobby at 1500 N. Westwood Blvd., and because the main entrance doors will be closed for the event, visitors can enter through the north and south doors.
According to information from the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, more than 81,500 American servicemembers remain classified as either prisoners of war or missing in action, including 2,264 from Missouri and 953 from Arkansas.
“We’re so honored to recognize those who have sacrificed so much for our country – our prisoners of war and those missing in action,” said Interim Medical Center Director James Warren. “They will never be forgotten, and we hope this display will be a perpetual reminder to all who travel these halls of their selfless service.”
Warren will speak at the unveiling, as will Scott Readnour from the Jefferson Barracks POW/MIA Museum, who will bring a traveling display with several artifacts. Carrie Schimweg, whose father, Master Sgt. Arthur Sanderson, was a POW in World War II, also will speak.
“Please join us as we honor these great men and women and reflect on the sacrifices they have made,” Warren said.
For more information about this and other programs and services at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center, call 573-686-4151.
Tuesday, September 17
Stoddard County Fair Parade
5:30 p.m.
downto Dexter, MO
Friday, September 20-Saturday, September 21
East Perry Community Fair
200 Church Street
Altenburg, MO
The Best Little Fair in the Land is held annually on the third Friday and Saturday after Labor Day. September 20 and 21, 2024. Free admission, free entertainment and free parking.
Saturday, September 21
Party in the Park
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hunter-Dawson Park
New Madrid, MO
The Green Bear Project is hosting its first annual Party in the Park event to promote awareness of its abuse prevention programs in New Madrid. The Green Bear Project was founded in 2001 with a mission to educate the community about child abuse. Over the past 20 years, Green Bear has educated thousands of adults and kids about the dangers, warning signs, and prevention of child abuse through its various programs. The current program educates prekindergarten through 12th grades, mandated reporters, and concerned parents, grandparents and citizens.
“Talking to children early and often about child abuse is key to prevention. Talking about abuse doesn’t have to be scary; Green Bear helps make that conversation easier for kids and their families,” said, Leasa Stone, Prevention Education Coordinator and Green Bear Founder. “We are so excited to bring Party in the Park to southeast Missouri. I want families to be educated while also having a fun day out!”
Party in the Park will be held at Hunter Dawson Park on Saturday, September 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The event is free and open to anyone wishing to attend. Organizations and vendors from all over southeast Missouri will be present, with activities and experiences for families. Some of the organizations in attendance at the 2024 event will be the American Red Cross, Bootheel Youth Museum, Craftsmen Cares, Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, Missouri Dept. of Conservation, New Madrid County Library, Next Level Cosplay LLC, and Susanna Wesley Family Learning Center, just to name a few.
The Sikeston Jaycees will be providing free hotdogs, Unilever will be providing free ice cream, and Ty’s Summer Sno will have free Sno Cones for kids in attendance. Children attending will also have an opportunity to enter a coloring contest with prizes (they must be present to win)!
A similar event is held in the spring in Cape Girardeau. The April event saw over 550 children and families in attendance.
“It’s going to be such a fun day! The Green Bear Project wants to give back to the community and bring awareness to these important topics,” said Kendra Eads, Executive Director of Southeast Missouri Network Against Sexual Violence. “There is something for everyone; I promise you’ll have a blast!”
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United for Veterans Fundraiser
5:30-6 p.m. – meet and greet
6-9 p.m. – auction, dinner and remarks
Drury Plaza Hotel
3351 Percy Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO
Monday, September 23
13th Annual SEMO Food Bank Golf Classic
12:30 p.m.
This 4-person scramble has a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start with lunch and refreshments on the course included. All proceeds support the food bank’s fight to end hunger in southeast Missouri. For more information or to register, call Heather at 573-471-1818 or visit semofoodbank.org.
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Red, White & Blue Military Appreciation Night
7 p.m.
Obion County Central High School
528 U.S. Hwy 51
Troy, TN
Join as the school celebrates the service of all those who have served or are serving the county. Recognition will begin at half-time.
Wednesday, September 25
Blood Drive with Community Counseling Center Foundation
1:30-5:30 p.m.
West Park Mall
3049 William Street
Cape Girardeau, MO
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Jackson Food Truck Rally
3:30-7:30 p.m.
Stl Iron Mtn Railway
252 E Jackson Blvd
Jackson, MO
Featuring food from:
Iron Mountain Whistle Stop Depot
Smoke Shack BBQ
Waves Mini Donuts
Lil’ Country Store
The Shack
Tater Headz Fry Co.
Mini Farm Mafia Bbq Food Truck & Catering
The Cheesecake Ninja
Ty’s Summer Sno
Maw Maw’s Bakery
ZimzalaVibes
Mudcat Coffee House
Turk Dawgs
La Cascada
Crepe Girardeau
Saturday, September 28-Sunday, September 29
John A. Logan College Southern Illinois Hunting & Fishing Days
700 Logan College Drive
Carterville, IL
Featuring Camo the clown, veterans salute, BB range, kids free fishing, tell your fish story, duck and goose calling competition, vendors, guest speakers, concessions, entertainment, demonstrations, kid activities and prizes, high school fishing tournament and much more.
Saturday, September 28
Hemps, Hops & Shrooms
3-10 p.m.
Sept. 28
200 Washington Street
Carbondale, IL
Family friendly, free, fun, educational event, demos, presentations, food trucks, vendors, live music, downtown Carbondale
Monday, September 30
Celebrating 100 Years of the Pemiscot County Courthouse
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
610 Ward Ave.
Caruthersville, MO
Tour Pemiscot County offices and courtrooms. Sign up for giveaways that will be drawn throughout the day. Explore some of the awesome vehicles that help make our county great. There will be sheriff’s department emergency vehicles, and road and bridge department vehicles includes a grader, exacator, mack truck and dump truck. Several food trucks will be there.
Thursday, October 3
Groundbreaking for future City of Mayfield City Hall/Police Department
10:30 a.m.
211 East Broadway
Mayfield, KY
Saturday, October 5
Color Dash 5K and Fun Walk
10 a.m.
Arena Park
Cape Girardeau, MO
Lace up those shoes, and get ready to hit the pavement to raise funds for a worthy cause: Pink Up™! Saint Francis Foundation is excited to host the Color Dash 5K and Fun Walk. Proceeds will benefit the Dig for Life program at Saint Francis, which provides cancer screenings for the four major cancers in the area: Lung, Prostate, Colon and Breast. Register as an individual or as a team of five. Awards and medals will be issued to individuals and teams in various categories. Early bird registrations include discounted fees and an event T-shirt! Tap here to register online.
Early Bird registration ends on Friday, September 13
Race Packet Pick Up Day is Friday, October 4 from noon-4 p.m. at Saint Francis Foundation office at Entrance 8 (Fitness Plus)
Saturday, October 5 (No rain date)
- On-site registration from 9-9:45 a.m.
- Race starts at 10 a.m.
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Revivify
2-6 p.m.
Ivers Square
Cape Girardeau, MO
Old Town Cape, Inc. will host its annual fundraiser, Revivify on Saturday, October 5 from 2–6 p.m. at Ivers Square in Cape Girardeau. The evening will be filled with immersive experiences such as a live performance by Felipe Brito, competitive Pétanque matches, the Charles L. Hutson live auction, your chance to “Fund the Need” and delicious food & beverage vendors.
There will be beverage and food tastings from multiple downtown businesses, plus a raffle opportunity, a $2,500 shopping spree to Atelier, Atelier Provisions, or Hutson’s Big Sandy Super Store.
Guests are encouraged to purchase a ticket by visiting my.allevents.in/Revivify2024. Tickets for Revivify are $100. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, call the Old Town Cape office at (573) 334-8085.
“We are excited to bring this fun new interactive experience to the Revivify event for 2024!” said Revivify co-chair, Lee Schlitt. “Revivify is Old Town Cape’s only major fundraiser and provides funding for all of Old Town Cape’s revitalization efforts in our downtown community. We want to say a special thank you to our sponsors who continue to show their support for Old Town Cape by investing in this event and our community as a whole.”
To honor our theme of Fete de Pétanque, guests are asked t to dress in red, white and French blue.
Visit downtowncapegirardeau.com/events/revivify to learn more.
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Scotty McCreery with special guest Tigirlily Gold
Benton Speedway
817 County Hwy. 505
Benton, MO
Visit bentonspeedway.com to purchase tickets.
Saturday, October 12
Darren Knight Southern Momma Comedy Tour featuring Red Squirrel, Gary Cargal and DJ Slim McGraw
7:30 p.m.
Paducah Convention Center
Paducah, KY
The Darren Knight Southern Momma Comedy Tour featuring Red Squirrel, Gary Cargal and DJ Slim McGraw will be at the Paducah Convention Center on October 12. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Visit ticketmaster.com to purchase tickets.
Saturday, October 26
SEMO Homecoming Parade
9:30 a.m.
Cape Girardeau, MO
The Southeast Missouri State University Homecoming parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. and proceed from Capaha Park down Broadway to Main Street. Register online at https://semo.presence.io/form/2024-parade-application or visit semo.edu/homecoming. Registration and payment must be received by September 27 if you wish to participate in the parade this year.
Saturday, November 16
Annual Homemade Christmas
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Eisleben Lutheran Church
432 Lutheran Lane
Scott City, MO
Eisleben Lutheran Church will have the annual Homemade Christmas on Saturday, November 16 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. They will have a wide variety of crafts, baked goodies, Christmas items and a great soup lunch with a variety of soups. Carry outs will be available.
