Historic Fort D
December
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
In the summer of 1861 at the beginning of the Civil War, four forts were built around the strategic city of Cape Girardeau on the orders of General John Frèmont. Designed by German-American engineers from St. Louis, the forts were built by soldiers of the 20th Illinois Infantry, Bissell's Engineers of the West and local militia under the direction of Illinois Lt. John Wesley Powell, who would later gain fame as the explorer of the Grand Canyon, was detached from his regiment by the new general, Ulysses S. Grant, in order to raise a local company to man the forts. This Powell did, and his new Battery F served the forts until leaving for the Battle of Shiloh. Fort D featured as many as five cannons, the largest of which could fire a 32-pound cannon ball. The fort was manned throughout the Civil War. Of the four earthen forts only Fort D still exists, an intact survivor thanks to civic action in the 1930's. Today owned by the city, Fort D is located 4 blocks south of the intersection of Missouri Rte. 74 and Sprigg Street in Cape Girardeau, just west of the Mississippi River Bridge. The fort grounds, featuring interpretive signage are open free to the public dawn to dusk. For more information or to schedule group tours call the Convention and Visitors Bureau 1-800-777-0068.
Art Exhibits
December
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
ARound Town Discover art venues in Cape Girardeau open from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. the First Friday of every month. Edward Bernard Gallery, WESTRAY, Garden Gallery, Gallery 1-2-5, The Artist Studio, Arts Council of Southeast Missouri, Visual Arts Co-op, Black Door Gallery, River Campus Art Gallery and Crisp Museum. For more information, call 573-334-9233 or visit www.capearts.org
Dinner Theater
December
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Scallywag Theater The Mighty Mississippi Melodrama: or Do I Smell a River Rat?, a Scallywag Theater production, is a dinner-theater available for booking by groups of 40 or more. Old-fashioned fun for all ages! For more information call Port Cape Girardeau Restaurant, on the Historic Downtown Riverfront at 573-334-0954.
Sikeston Depot Museum
December 1 - 30
Sikeston,MO - Scott County
Aaron Horrell & Daughter Photography and Drawings. For more information visit www.sikestondepot.org
Oliver House
Sundays in December - or by appointment for groups
Jackson, MO - Cape Girardeau County
This 1896 Federal-style brick house was the home of Senator Robert and Marie Oliver. Mrs. Oliver earned a place in history along with Mary Kochtitzhy who designed and made the first and only official state flag. The sewing kit used to sew the flag is now part of the home's collection. Come to the Oliver House Museum and admire the many exquisite pieces of authentic period furniture and learn more about those who, once upon a time, called this place home. The Museum is open the first Sunday in May, July, October, and all three Sunday's before Christmas in December, the Museum will be open for a guided tour at 1:30 p.m. Adults $3.00 Children $1.00 under 3 free. For more information about special tours, private tours, or special events, contact the Jackson Chamber of Commerce at 573-243-8131 or visit web site jacksonmochamber.org
Westray Gallery ( Hosting the Cat Ranch Art Guild)
December
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Located at 1930 Broadway (across from McDonalds) in Cape Girardeau, MO. Business hours are Friday & Saturday - noon-6pm. First Friday of each month - noon-9pm. For more information, contact Jeanie Eddleman at jeddleman@sbcglobal.net.
Trail of Tears State Park
December
Jackson, MO - Cape Girardeau County
The tragic history that gives Trail of Tears State Park its name provides a sharp contrast to the peaceful, serene setting and the abundance of recreational opportunities enjoyed by visitors today. The 3,415-acre park is a memorial to the Cherokee Indians that lost their lives in a forced relocation, as well as a place for visitors to participate in a variety of outdoor adventures.
Today, numerous picnic sites are scattered throughout the park and campsites are available in a wooded area and near the river. Anglers can cast their lines in either the Mississippi River or the 20-acre Lake Boutin, stocked with bass, bluegill and catfish. The park’s numerous trails offer opportunities for hiking, backpacking, primitive camping and equestrian pursuits. In winter, the bluffs and cliffs along the river are noted as roosting sites for bald eagles. For more information visit www.mostateparks.com/trailoftears
Christmas Holiday of Lights
December
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Cape County Park. Take a drive through Cape County Park and enjoy a magnificent display of Christmas lights.
Holiday Lighting
December 3
Perryville, MO - Perry County
Holiday lighting with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. Free hot drinks and treats. School Choir. Free wagon rides. Held on the square in Perryville. For more information visit www.perryvillemo.com/chamber or call (573) 547-6062.
Twelfth Night - River Campus
December 3 - 6
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County "Twelfth Night" is a comedy by William Shakespeare, named after the Twelfth Night holiday of the Christmas season. It was written around 1601 and was first published in the First Folio in 1623. Bedell Performance Hall on the River Campus at 7:30 p.m. on the 6th 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Christmas with Mike and Robyn
December 4th - 5th
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
Come and share your holiday season with Mike Dumey and Robyn Hosp for the 11th year of unforgettable music and fun. Tractors Classic American Grill will cater this showcase at the Deerfield Lodge starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $29.95 (plus tax). For reservations call Robyn 573-243-7775.
Civil War Ironclads
December 4
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
Civil War Ironclads' Lecture by James Phillips, Curator of Collections, Crisp Museum at the John and Betty Glenn Convocation Center at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus. Visit semo.edu/museum/ for information.
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri
December 5
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
First Friday Opening Reception, 5 p.m. - 9p.m. featuring
Children’s Arts Festival , Visual Arts Cooperative
Old Town Cape Christmas Open House
December 5
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County Christmas carolers, refreshments, pictures with Santa, free carriage rides, door prizes, face painting and more await you in downtown Cape Girardeau. Open House is from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and is free to the public. Shoppers can register for a chance to win a $2,000 shopping spree with participating downtown merchants. For more information call Old Town Cape 573-334-8085 or visit www.oldtowncape.org
Christmas Parade
December 6
Jackson, MO - Cape Girardeau County
Join the Crowd as the streets fill up to Welcome Santa. Uptown Jackson. For more information, contact Jackson Chamber of Commerce at 573-243-8131.
Annual Breakfast with Santa
December 6
Malden, MO - Dunklin County
Sat. Dec. 6, 8-10am- Annual Breakfast with Santa- Sponsored by the Malden Chambermaids. The breakfast will be held right before the Christmas Parade at the Bottheel Youth Museum. Breakfast is $1.00 per person, Gift Shop is $1.50 per person, Pictures taken with Santa are $3.00 per person.
Christmas at the Glenn House
December 6 - 7
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Christmas at the Glenn House. Enjoy entertainment and refreshments 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Visit glennhouse.org for additional information.
Sikeston Depot Museum
December 7
Sikeston,MO - Scott County
2008 Christmas Home Tour. For more information visit www.sikestondepot.org
The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Celebration 2008 Tour
December 8
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Celebration 2008 Tour. The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their brand of Christmas to the Show Me Center at 7:30 p.m. Fans will be delighted to hear their favorite Oak Ridge Boys tunes then sit back and relax as the Boys usher in the Christmas season as only they can. Call 573-651-5000 or visit showmecenter.biz for more information.
Peter and the Wolf - River Campus
December 9
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County The symphony orchestra presents Prokoflev's enchanting "Peter and the Wolf" a story in music. Southeast's University Choir and Choral Union (Dr. Steven Hendricks, conductor) will join the symphony for a performance of the celebrated "Hiawatha's Wedding Feast" by English composer, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Bedell Performance Hall on the River Campus
Christmas Candlelight Tours and Open House
December 12 & 13
New Madrid, MO - New Madrid County
6:30pm - 8:00pm each night. Christmas candlelight tours and open house. For more information, call (573) 748-5300.
Christmas with Mike and Robyn
December 12 & 13
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
Come and share your holiday season with Mike Dumey and Robyn Hosp for the 11th year of unforgettable music and fun. Tractors Classic American Grill will cater this showcase at the Deerfield Lodge starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $29.95 (plus tax). For reservations call Robyn 573-243-7775.
Contra Dance
December 13
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
LOCATION: Christ Episcopal Church, 101 North Fountain Street, Cape Girardeau, MO. 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. All moves are taught and the dances walked through. Everyone is welcome. No partner, costume, or experience is necessary. Band: Quittin Time: Activity: Christmas Party. Requested Donation: $5 ($1 for students). Information: Call John or Kathy Coffman at (573) 334-4706, Judy Bradley at (573) 334-5289, or John Boyd at (573) 335-7315.
Cape River Heritage Museum
December 13
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
2pm at the Cape River Heritage Museum - "Christmas in a Country Kitchen" and other stories as told by Jean Bell Mosley. Lauren will share memories and "how to instructions" on making a Jean Bell Mosley Christmas Village. Steve will tell about the "Winkie Dink Disaster" and the trip to Farmington. For more information, call Viney or Steve at 573-339-1053.
Scrapbooking Club
December 13
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
Cape Girardeau Public Library Attention Scrapbooking fans! The Library is offering a Scrapbooking Club for crafters interested in working on scrapbook pages and sharing ideas with others. Sessions will be from 10:00 a.m.-12. Bring materials from home to finish projects here. Library books on scrapbooking will be made available, but the program does not include the teaching of scrapbooking techniques. To register call Adult Services at 334-5279, come by the Information Desk or go online at capelibrary.org
Christmas in a Country Kitchen
December 13
Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau County
Cape River Heritage Museum. Christmas in a Country Kitchen and other stories as told by Jean Bell Mosley. Lauren will share memories and "how to instructions" on making a Jean Bell Mosley Christmas Village. Steve will tell about "Winkie Dink Disaster:" and the trip to Farmington 2:00 p.m.
Christmas at the Glenn House
December 13 & 14
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Christmas at the Glenn House. Enjoy entertainment and refreshments 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Visit glennhouse.org for additional information.
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Cape Friends of Traditional Music and Dance.
December 13
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Live music for every dance at the Christ Episcopal Church, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. All moves are taught and the dances walked through. Everyone is welcome, no partner, costume or experience necessary. Requested donation $5.00 ($1.00 for students). For more information contact: John and Kathy Coffman 573-334-4706, Judy Bradley 573-334-5289 or John Boyd 573-335-7315. Band: Quittin Time Activity: Christmas Party.
Moscow Ballet; The Great Russian Nutcracker - River Campus
December 15 & 16
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blend with the richness of Russian classical dance to make it a memorable holiday treat for everyone. Bedell Performance Hall on the River Campus at 7:30 p.m.
A Holiday Open House
December 18 - 19
Frohna, MO - Perry County
Saxon Lutheran Memorial presents "A Holiday Open House", along with the Country Church tour. Special treats, a warm crackling fire and a friendly visit and a place to find unique gifts.
Christmas at the Glenn House
December 20 & 21
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Christmas at the Glenn House. Enjoy entertainment and refreshments 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Visit glennhouse.org for additional information.
A Living Nativity
December 20
Frohna, MO - Perry County
Looking for an activity to create a new Christmas family tradition or for something to enhance those traditions you cherish and look forward to each year? Consider taking a journey from your home to Mary & Joseph’s home to see this miracle the angels proclaim. Come see them in person and be humbly inspired by the warmth of God’s love lying in the manger wrapped in swaddling clothes.
It is Jesus, our newborn King, He has come!
The Saxon Lutheran Memorial will once again present a live version of the Nativity. Take an evening to have quiet time with our Lord, come see Him in the manger and spend a moment with Mary and Joseph, while they share the story of the miracle of His birth, God’s precious gift to us all. When you arrive at the Visitor’s Center, you will join others in a group to be led down the lighted path and hear the story told from a whole new perspective, first–hand. As the angels did when they made their announcement, we will join in “sweetly singing” songs of praise. Then, in quiet reflection, make your way back to the Visitor’s Center for holiday treats, seasonal music and kids activities.
We are not accepting donations at this event; this is our gift to our visitors and to the community for all the wondrous gifts we receive throughout the year from you through your time, talents, support and prayers. A blessed Adventide to you and your family as you prepare your hearts and minds for His coming.
This special event will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2008 from 5-8:30pm at the Visitor’s Center.
Christmas at the Glenn House
December 27 & 28
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
Christmas at the Glenn House. Enjoy entertainment and refreshments 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Visit glennhouse.org for additional information.
New Years Eve Party
December 31
Cape Girardeau,MO - Cape Girardeau County
New Years Eve Party at Jimmi's Restaurant & Bar, located at 2406 William Street in Cape Girardeau, MO. Ivas John Band. Door prizes and vacation giveaway. Appetizer buffet - champagne toast. Reservations recommended. $15 individual or $25 Couple. For more information, call (573) 803-0800.
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