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
You’ve heard about it, but what exactly is pickleball? Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball with holes. Did you know pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States? According to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association, it’s estimated more than ... Read More
Do you and your family create a summer bucket list? Haven’t yet and getting a late start? No worries – start now! Gather the troops, a marker and posterboard and start with even just a handful of activities. Don’t forget to let everyone in the family pick a few – it creates excitement and even ... Read More
In this edition of the 3-stop hop, we are taking you to the newly renovated Capaha Park, dinner at BurritoVille, followed by a Cape Catfish game. Capaha Park recently got some much-needed upgrades and it’s worth revisiting! Located near Southeast Missouri State University at Broadway and West End Boulevard, the park covers over 39 acres ... Read More
As spring is in full swing, it’s time to get outside and enjoy this weather! Did you know Cape is home to over 660 acres of green space? That’s 25 parks! There are playgrounds, paved and natural trails, each one presenting a different special characteristic. To highlight a few, we start at a park in ... Read More
Did you know reading can literally change your mind? It’s true! Science shows the network of circuits and signals in our brains gets stronger when we read. Our teachers always encouraged reading, and they’re right! There are many positive advantages to reading, including both physical and mental health benefits. Some people read to reduce stress ... 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
You’ve heard that saying, right? And, it might be true! Pack a lunch and head out to visit some of Cape’s free activities and locations! Located inside Southeast Missouri State University’s River Campus is the Rosemary Berkel and Harry L. Crisp II Museum, home to artist, some local, whose work is put on display for ... Read More
Cape is definitely a pet-friendly town! There are many places that welcome pets including restaurants and parks. Local wineries Hunter Valley Winery and River Ridge Winery offer ample outdoor seating areas and often have live music on the weekends and welcome the furry members of your family. Katy O’Ferrells Irish Pub and Restaurant’s sidewalk seating ... 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
