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Library Closed

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
CGPL

The library is closing at 5:00 PM for New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closing at 5:00 PM for New Year's Eve.

Library Closed

All Day
CGPL

The library is closed for New Year's Day.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closed for New Year's Day.

Construction Club (ages 6-11)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Construction Club:

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library w...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games & Activities

Construction Club

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library will provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination!

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.

Bookmark Bonanza! (ages 6-11)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Test your creative skills by designing your own bookmark! We will print and laminate a sheet of bookmarks for you to keep or share with your friends!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Test your creative skills by designing your own bookmark! We will print and laminate a sheet of bookmarks for you to keep or share with your friends!

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.

Pokémon Battle Academy (ages 6-11)

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Forum / Speaker, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Drop in to learn how to battle Pokémon! Use one of the library’s decks or bring your own!

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Forum / Speaker, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop in to learn how to battle Pokémon! Use one of the library’s decks or bring your own!

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.

Let’s Talk Tween Books: Beginner Chapter Books

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Facebook at CGPL
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens
Event Details:

Ready to move on from easy readers? Try one of these beginning chapter books!

Virtual Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Facebook
Age Group: Youth, Tweens
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Ready to move on from easy readers? Try one of these beginning chapter books!

Science Rocks (ages 6-11)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

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.

Library Closed

All Day
CGPL

The library is closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Learn to Play: Dungeons and Dragons (ages 9-11)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens
Event Details:

Heartland Gaming Convention will bring in experts to teach about and practice the magical role-playing game of D&D. Enjoy free pizza and receive a set of dice! D&D hel...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Heartland Gaming Convention will bring in experts to teach about and practice the magical role-playing game of D&D. Enjoy free pizza and receive a set of dice! 

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.

Bite-Sized Chefs (ages 6-11)

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Bite-Sized Chefs:

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home t...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Bite-Sized Chefs

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home the recipe ideas to dazzle your family and friends!

Help us be mindful of allergies; if you have any concerns, please call and ask prior to registering.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Let's Talk Board Games: Pictureka!

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Facebook at CGPL
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this beloved family-friendly game - Pictureka! Then join us tomorrow for Game and Gather from 3-5 pm to play this game and similar titles with yo...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Facebook
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this beloved family-friendly game - Pictureka! Then join us tomorrow for Game and Gather from 3-5 pm to play this game and similar titles with your family!

Game & Gather: Pictureka! (all ages)

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in to join us for a sampling of family-friendly board games and a light snack!  Pictureka will be the main game with a sampling of similar titles.

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop in to join us for a sampling of family-friendly board games and a light snack!  Pictureka will be the main game with a sampling of similar titles.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Real-Life Roblox: Dress to Impress (ages 9-11)

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens
Event Details:

Anyone can play Roblox online, but how would you like to play Roblox in real life? Join us to flex your fashion skills and use paper dolls to compete in this real-world Dress to Im...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Anyone can play Roblox online, but how would you like to play Roblox in real life? Join us to flex your fashion skills and use paper dolls to compete in this real-world Dress to Impress - complete with a podium!

 

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.

Construction Club (ages 6-11)

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Construction Club:

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library w...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games & Activities

Construction Club

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library will provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination!

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.

Science Rocks (ages 6-11)

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

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.

Puzzle Swap Drop Off (all ages)

All Day 2/15 - 2/16
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap! Bring in your old puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them out for new-to-you puzzles. Drop off puzzles at the Information Desk an...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap!

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.

Library Closed

All Day
CGPL

The library is closed for Presidents' Day.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closed for Presidents' Day.

Puzzle Swap Drop Off (all ages)

All Day 2/18 - 2/21
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap! Bring in your old puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them out for new-to-you puzzles. Drop off puzzles at the Information Desk an...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap!

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.

Puzzle Swap (all ages)

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap! Bring in your old puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them out for new-to-you puzzles. Drop off puzzles at the Information Desk an...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap!

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.

Bite-Sized Chefs (ages 6-11)

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Bite-Sized Chefs:

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home t...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 24

Bite-Sized Chefs

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home the recipe ideas to dazzle your family and friends!

Help us be mindful of allergies; if you have any concerns, please call and ask prior to registering.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Construction Club (ages 6-11)

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Construction Club:

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library w...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games & Activities

Construction Club

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library will provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination!

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.

EARLY ACCESS - Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Thursday, March 6, 2025 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 Spring Book Sale here at the Cape Girardeau Pub

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Friday, March 7, 2025 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 Spring Book Sale here at the Cape Girardeau Pub

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 8:00am - 5:00pm
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 Spring Book Sale here at the Cape Girardeau Pub