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Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Saturday, August 24, 2024 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 Fall Book Sale here at the Cape Girardeau Publi

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 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 Fall Book Sale here at the Cape Girardeau Publi

Tech Tutoring (ages 18+)

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

If you: ...are having trouble navigating your new smartphone or tablet ...need help setting up an email account ...are having other issues with technology ...then Te...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If you:

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.

Fall Local Author Fair (all ages)

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Book Sale, Forum / Speaker
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us as we get to know local authors and their books and learn about the writing process. This Author Fair will feature local authors, an author panel on the writing process, a ...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Sale, Forum / Speaker
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us as we get to know local authors and their books and learn about the writing process.

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.

Library Closed

All Day 9/1 - 9/2
CGPL

The library is closed for Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closed for Labor Day.

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

Tuesday, September 3, 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! This month's theme for discussion will be: “They Could be Worse - Morally Gray Characters.” The theme for reading during...

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! This month's theme for discussion will be: “They Could be Worse - Morally Gray Characters.”

The theme for reading during September is: “Fall-La-La-La-La - Books with Fall Vibes.”

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.

Adult Fiction Writing Class (ages 18+)

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for this free writing class, all about how to write books for adults by adults. Learn everything you need to know to write and publish your own books! Registration is requi...

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

Join us for this free writing class, all about how to write books for adults by adults. Learn everything you need to know to write and publish your own books! Registration is required.

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.

Tech Tutoring (ages 18+)

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

If you: ...are having trouble navigating your new smartphone or tablet ...need help setting up an email account ...are having other issues with technology ...then Te...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If you:

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.

Tech Tutoring (ages 18+)

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

If you: ...are having trouble navigating your new smartphone or tablet ...need help setting up an email account ...are having other issues with technology ...then Te...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If you:

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.

Adult Coloring (ages 18+)

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Adult Coloring:

Join us for a casual adult coloring session where we provide the pages, colored pencils, and a fun atmosphere to color and socialize.

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

Adult Coloring

Join us for a casual adult coloring session where we provide the pages, colored pencils, and a fun atmosphere to color and socialize.

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.

The Page Turners Book Club (ages 18+)

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community 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 only. Be sure to include your email address to receive no...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for our adult popular fiction book club, The Page Turners! Registration is required for new participants only. 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.

Gentle Yoga (ages 18+)

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Gentle Yoga:

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Gentle Yoga

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

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.

Alzheimer's Association Empowered Caregivers: Communicating Effectively & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors (ages 18+)

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a special presentation by the Alzheimer's Association. The Empowered Caregiver series series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someo...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us for a special presentation by the Alzheimer's Association. The Empowered Caregiver series series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia.

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.

Adult Fiction Writing Class (ages 18+)

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for this free writing class, all about how to write books for adults by adults. Learn everything you need to know to write and publish your own books! Registration is requi...

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

Join us for this free writing class, all about how to write books for adults by adults. Learn everything you need to know to write and publish your own books! Registration is required.

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.

Tech Tutoring (ages 18+)

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

If you: ...are having trouble navigating your new smartphone or tablet ...need help setting up an email account ...are having other issues with technology ...then Te...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If you:

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.

Sensory Craft: Oil Pastel Bubble Art (ages 18+)

Saturday, September 14, 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 creating a bubble drawing using oil pastels, construction paper, and various round objects for tracing.

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 2

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 creating a bubble drawing using oil pastels, construction paper, and various round objects for tracing.

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 Coasters (ages 18+)

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us as we create coasters using Missouri maps and mod podge. Each participant will design and take home 2 coasters. Registration required.

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

Join us as we create coasters using Missouri maps and mod podge. Each participant will design and take home 2 coasters. Registration required.

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.

Sensory Craft: Oil Pastel Bubble Art (ages 18+)

Monday, September 16, 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 creating a bubble drawing using oil pastels, construction paper, and various round objects for tracing.

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 2

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 creating a bubble drawing using oil pastels, construction paper, and various round objects for tracing.

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.

Voter Registration Drive (ages 18+)

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Need to register to vote? Come to our Voter Registration Drive! We will be available to assist you in completing your voter registration. You must be at least 18 years old to parti...

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

Need to register to vote? Come to our Voter Registration Drive! We will be available to assist you in completing your voter registration. You must be at least 18 years old to participate.

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.

Gentle Yoga (ages 18+)

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Gentle Yoga:

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Gentle Yoga

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

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.

Adult Fiction Writing Class (ages 18+)

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for this free writing class, all about how to write books for adults by adults. Learn everything you need to know to write and publish your own books! Registration is requi...

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

Join us for this free writing class, all about how to write books for adults by adults. Learn everything you need to know to write and publish your own books! Registration is required.

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.

Family Nutrition Planning (ages 18+)

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join nutritionist Katie Urhahn to learn healthy tips and techniques for planning a well-balanced meal for families of all ages!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join nutritionist Katie Urhahn to learn healthy tips and techniques for planning a well-balanced meal for families of all ages!

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.

Tech Tutoring (ages 18+)

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

If you: ...are having trouble navigating your new smartphone or tablet ...need help setting up an email account ...are having other issues with technology ...then Te...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If you:

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.

Baby-Led Weaning (ages 18+)

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Is your baby ready to start experimenting with solid foods? Join dietitian Ellen Gipson to learn some helpful techniques for this important transition!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Is your baby ready to start experimenting with solid foods? Join dietitian Ellen Gipson to learn some helpful techniques for this important transition!

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.