Valentine’s Day is often associated with romantic dinners and boxes of chocolates, but why not celebrate love with a twist this year? Enjoy an adventurous Valentine’s Day in Cape Girardeau that combines the beauty of nature with the excitement of exploration. Get ready for a day filled with hiking, geocaching, and bike riding along scenic ... Read More
Earth Day is a great reminder to protect our environment. And what better way to do that than to get outside and bask in nature! To celebrate Earth Day, you could make plans to watch the sunrise, document a nature journey with your family, make crafts out of items found on a hike, etc. all ... Read More
Finally it’s time go get outside and soak up the outdoors! Lace up those hiking boots or track shoes and hit the local trails. Or, load up in the RV and have a staycation! Did you know that Cape has excellent RV parks? Have family coming through town? Encourage them to check out this list ... Read More
It’s the first day of spring! Bring the season indoors with some fresh blooms from one of Cape’s finest flower shops. These are just few of the choices for fresh, local décor. Check out a full local shopping guide on the VisitCape website. D Duncan Floristry & Boutique is a floral studio and gift boutique ... Read More
It’s sweater weather! Finally! As fall settles in, the mums, pumpkins and fall-flavored drinks begin to pop up. Looking for a local source for pumpkins that benefit a good cause? The pumpkin patch at Grace United Methodist Church along Broadway always offers a beautiful range of tiny to large pumpkins. In addition, the Charles Hutson ... Read More
As the temperature changes, it’s a great time of year to get outside and take a hike or bike ride. Whether you grab a friend, your family or use the time for yourself, being outdoors has many health benefits. According to WebMD, hiking outdoors has plenty of perks like nice views, fresh air, and the ... Read More
During the pandemic, many of us juggled finding a work-life balance as our homes became workspaces, bedrooms became offices, zoom calls became the norm. For some, working remotely is here to stay. And, it’s not all bad! In fact, no traffic and no lunch rush can lead to reduced stress. There are multiple benefits to ... Read More
August is National Golf Month! What a great time of year to dust off your clubs and explore our area’s four fabulous courses! They each offer facilities to entice beginning golfers to start a new hobby as well as challenge long-time, expert golfers. Established in 1921, and celebrating their centennial this year, Cape Girardeau Country ... Read More
Summer, summer, summertime! School is almost out which means families will be looking for things to do with kids. Check out our recommendation for family-friendly summer activities. Visit this family fun directory where you’ll find information on events and trails at the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center and activities at the Cape Girardeau Public Library ... Read More
Spring and early summer are the perfect time to take a tour of Cape Girardeau’s unique parks and recreation areas. In total, Cape Girardeau offers 25 parks covering more than 660 acres of land – all with a variety of features and amenities. In honor of National Take A Walk In A Park Day, we’re ... Read More