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U.S. National Parks Virtual Tour (ages 18+)

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us in person as we watch 3-5 minute virtual tours of 18 U.S. National Parks. The National Parks we will be touring include: Acadia National Park New River Gorge Nation...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us in person as we watch 3-5 minute virtual tours of 18 U.S. National Parks. The National Parks we will be touring include:

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Adventures in Drawing: Creative Aging Workshop (ages 55+)

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions. Our professional teaching artist, Profes...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7:00am - 8:00am
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Board & Committee Meetings:

View agenda here.

Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 4th Thurs...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Penzel Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

Board & Committee Meetings

View agenda here.

Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 4th Thursday at 7:00 am in the Penzel Conference Room at the library.

Adult Coloring: A World of Adventures (ages 18+)

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This month we are coloring pages of international locations to inspire the world traveler in all of us!

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

This month we are coloring pages of international locations to inspire the world traveler in all of us!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

The Page Turners Book Club (ages 18+)

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for our adult popular fiction book club, The Page Turners! Registration is required for new participants. Be sure to include your email address to receive notifications and...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Penzel Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us for our adult popular fiction book club, The Page Turners! Registration is required for new participants. Be sure to include your email address to receive notifications and book lists via email.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Adventures in Drawing: Creative Aging Workshop (ages 55+)

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions. Our professional teaching artist, Profes...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Books on Tap: A Social Book Club (ages 18+)

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ebb & Flow Fermentations at CGPL
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for our free-form, read-what-you-want book club! The theme for discussion will be: “Oh The Places You’ll Go.” The theme for reading during July is "The Great Outdoors." ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Ebb & Flow Fermentations
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for our free-form, read-what-you-want book club! The theme for discussion will be: “Oh The Places You’ll Go.”

The theme for reading during July is "The Great Outdoors."

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Expert Travel Tips: Updates on Real ID, Passports, & Visas (ages 18+)

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a special series from travel experts at Elite Travel, Inc. Sessions include: June 4 - Traveling on a Budget - Join us to learn how to travel on a budget and make ...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join us for a special series from travel experts at Elite Travel, Inc. Sessions include:

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Crop It Like It's Hot: Taking Great Vacation Photos Using Your Smartphone (ages 18+)

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Going on vacation this summer? Come to our FREE photography class taught by Southeast Missouri State University's Professor Emily Denlinger, and learn how to take fantastic vacatio...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Going on vacation this summer? Come to our FREE photography class taught by Southeast Missouri State University's Professor Emily Denlinger, and learn how to take fantastic vacation photos with your smartphone.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Adventures in Drawing: Creative Aging Workshop (ages 55+)

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions. Our professional teaching artist, Profes...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Community Blood Drive (ages 16+)

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 11:30am - 3:30pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Help support the community by donating blood at our Community Blood Drive. Schedule your appointment to donate through the American Red Cross Blood Donor app, call 1-800-REDCROSS, ...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Help support the community by donating blood at our Community Blood Drive.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Crafternoon: DIY Map Magnets (ages 18+)

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to create unique map magnets to go on your refrigerator. Participants will use a map of Missouri, clear stones, mod podge, and magnets to create one-of-a-kind magnets. All ...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us to create unique map magnets to go on your refrigerator. Participants will use a map of Missouri, clear stones, mod podge, and magnets to create one-of-a-kind magnets. All supplies will be provided by the library.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Sensory Craft: Tape Resist Art (ages 18+)

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Sensory Craft Time:

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured ...

Event Details:

This month we are making tape resist art using watercolor paper, paint, pipettes, and painter’s tape.

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Sensory Craft Time

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured for adults with mental, behavioral, or physical disabilities. Two sessions are offered each month; please register for only one session.

Event Details:

This month we are making tape resist art using watercolor paper, paint, pipettes, and painter’s tape.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Family Field Day Challenges (all ages)

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Back Lawn at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring your sunscreen, bug spray, and competitive energy! Families will compete in outdoor challenges designed to test their physical aptitude and problem-solving skills.  R...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Bring your sunscreen, bug spray, and competitive energy! Families will compete in outdoor challenges designed to test their physical aptitude and problem-solving skills. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Adventures in Drawing: Creative Aging Workshop (ages 55+)

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions. Our professional teaching artist, Profes...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Expert Travel Tips: Top 5 American Road Trips (ages 18+)

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a special series from travel experts at Elite Travel, Inc. Sessions include: June 4 - Traveling on a Budget - Join us to learn how to travel on a budget and make ...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Join us for a special series from travel experts at Elite Travel, Inc. Sessions include:

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Don't Just Wing It! Tips & Tales from TSA (ages 18+)

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Forum / Speaker, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Figuring out what to pack for a flight can be confusing. How much toothpaste can you actually bring in your carry-on? Join us as Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) Regional...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Forum / Speaker, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Figuring out what to pack for a flight can be confusing. How much toothpaste can you actually bring in your carry-on?

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Adventures in Drawing: Creative Aging Workshop (ages 55+)

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions. Our professional teaching artist, Profes...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a series of FREE fine arts workshops! In this series, participants will learn how to draw over the course of 8 guided sessions.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 7:00am - 8:00am
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Board & Committee Meetings:

View agenda here.

Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 4th Thurs...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Penzel Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

Board & Committee Meetings

View agenda here.

Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 4th Thursday at 7:00 am in the Penzel Conference Room at the library.

Mama Katambwa Story Hour (all ages)

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Performance, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join our wonderful guest performer, Mama Katambwa, in an exciting hour of props, music, dancing, and stories!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join our wonderful guest performer, Mama Katambwa, in an exciting hour of props, music, dancing, and stories!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Adventures in Drawing Exhibit (all ages)

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

All are welcome to join us for this special art exhibit! This exhibit will showcase the work of local artists who took part in our Adventures in Drawing workshop. Come and see the ...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

All are welcome to join us for this special art exhibit! This exhibit will showcase the work of local artists who took part in our Adventures in Drawing workshop. Come and see the fantastic art that was made right here in our community! 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Expert Travel Tips: Art Around the World (ages 18+)

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a special series from travel experts at Elite Travel, Inc. Sessions include: June 4 - Traveling on a Budget - Join us to learn how to travel on a budget and make ...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join us for a special series from travel experts at Elite Travel, Inc. Sessions include:

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 7:00am - 8:00am
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Board & Committee Meetings:

View agenda here.

Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 4th Thurs...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Penzel Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

Board & Committee Meetings

View agenda here.

Event Details:

The Board of Trustees is a policymaking board and is fiscally responsible for how the library’s funds are spent. With a few exceptions, the Board meets every month on the 4th Thursday at 7:00 am in the Penzel Conference Room at the library.

EARLY ACCESS - Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Fill up your shelves with fresh fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, romance, political selections, cookbooks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and everything in between at the Fri...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Fill up your shelves with fresh fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, romance, political selections, cookbooks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and everything in between at the Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale here at the Cape Girardeau Publi