It’s catfish season – both on the Mississippi and in Capaha Park. The Cape Catfish Prospect League team plays their first home game on Tuesday, June 4 against the DuPage Pistol Shrimp . Catch them in action from the comfort of the newly renovated Capaha Park stands. And don’t forget to check out Catfish Alley, where local food trucks gather. Can’t make it to the home opener? This week offers three more games as well – on Wednesday versus DuPage and Thursday and Saturday against the Springfield

We’re honoring the past and looking to the future throughout the next few weeks. The time machine’s first stop is at 19th-century Bollinger Mill’s Summer Fun Day on Saturday, June 1. This four-floor gristmill will come back to life from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with self-guided tours, corn hole, lawn bowling, croquet and more. While you’re there, be sure to stroll across the covered bridge. It’s one of only four remaining in the state. The time machine slides into Capaha Park for the very first Cape

If you were to survey 100 people about their favorite summer activities, chances are live concerts, swimming and sightseeing would be mentioned. And this week, Cape’s got all three. First up, the Show Me Center welcomes a band that was nearly sued by the Chicago Transit Authority. It was all about copyright, as the band was called the Chicago Transit Authority before shortening its name to Chicago. This classic “25 or 6 to 4” band has seen albums in the top 40 for six consecutive decades.

Summer events and activities are kicking into high gear. And that means one of Cape’s favorite traditions is back: Tunes at Twilight in Ivers Square. On May 17 at 7 pm a blend of soulful, R&B and pop sounds by guitarist Paul Childers feels the air. But it will also be filled with some high flying pilots. The Blue Angels. The Blue Angels didn’t fly all the way here for a concert, though. They are in town for the Cape Girardeau Air Festival on May 18 and 19 at the Cape Regional Airport. This

First, an important reminder. Listen close because this message will ensure that you have a pleasant weekend. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12! Even though Mother’s Day wasn’t an official holiday in the United States until 1914, its roots lie in ancient Greece. Special days were set aside to honor Rhea, the goddess of fertility – celebration of motherhood. Not sure how to celebrate your mom? I have a few ideas. How about a historic adventure together – a kind of time machine? (DeLorean not

Downtown is the place to be, with lots of events happening this weekend. It kicks off at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 3 as galleries, shops and restaurants stay open late for First Friday with the Arts. Enjoy creativity, antiques and dining under a crescent moonlit sky. Then the Cape Riverfront Market opens for the season on Saturday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to noon at 35 South Spanish Street. It’s fresh produce, baked goods, crafts and more – accompanied by live music and demonstrations. Sunday’s Downtown

It’s Morphin time! Four “Mighty Morphin Power Ranger” actors are coming to Cape Comic Con on April 26 thru 28 at the Osage Centre. And they are bringing “Pokémon” and “Sailor Moon” voice actress Veronica Taylor, Marvel comics artist Greg Land and professional wrestler “Road Warrior Animal”. It is one of Cape’s biggest events, with more than 100 booths offering memorabilia, games, apparel and more. Plus, Comic Con hosts LEGO workshops, a trivia night, a movie screening, writing and painting

It’s all about nature this week, with Earth Day coming on Monday, April 22. I am reminded of an Einstein quote: “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” For almost 50 years, each April 22 provides an opportunity to slow down and smell the roses. The Conservation Nature Center is hosting an event where you can do just that. Saturday, April 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. is Southeast Earth Day – the chance to get close to native wildlife and plants along a hiking trail. Or to

It’s the moment we’ve been waiting for: opening day of the Cape Farmers Market on Thursday, April 11. Local vendors take over the West Park Mall lot in front of Macy’s from noon to 5 p.m. every Thursday. And they’re bringing plants, lemonade, baked goods and fabulous homemade doughnuts – just to name a few. If great flavor isn’t enough to get you there, Reader’s Digest shows that buying from a farmers market is an ideal way to support the community. Out of every $100 spent, $62 goes directly

This week seems especially focused on artistic expression. Thursday, April 4 brings music as Casting Crowns performs at the Show Me Center at 7 p.m. This Grammy-winning, faith-based group, with hits like “Thrive,” “Lifesong” and “Only Jesus,” stands out as the most played artist on Christian radio. They also hold the distinction of being one of a handful of American musicians to ever perform in North Korea. Opening for this established band are new-to-the-scene artists Zach Williams and Austin