Young anglers will have opportunities to fish for free at Kids Fishing Day, Aug. 19 at Roaring River State Park. This event is co-sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, and MO Parks Incorporated. Kids Fishing Day will be held from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. At this […]
Monarch butterflies are a delight to see and a marvel of nature. Learn about their transformative life cycle and impressive migrations when the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Mid-Continent Public Library will co-host a free virtual Monarch Mania program from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 29. The butterflies start life as […]
George Washington Carver National Monument staff and volunteers invite the public to Prairie Day, set for Saturday, September 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This family-friendly event is free of charge! Music under the big tent is always enjoyable and talented musicians will entertain. Music Schedule 10:00 a.m. Pickers Post plays old time music, […]
You are invited to a Hispanic Heritage Day celebration at George Washington Carver National Monument on Saturday, September 23. This free event takes place from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on the front lawn near the visitor center and music tent. Dance, crafts, and music are all part of the fun. The talented Chinelos Morelenses […]
George Washington Carver National Monument staff and volunteers invite Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes to participate in a Girl Scout Day on Saturday, September 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This event is free of charge! All girls will have the opportunity to earn two badges. Daisies will have a chance to earn their Rosie Petal, […]
3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration Noon-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023 at Central Park 714 S. Garrison, Carthage, MO 64836 Organized by Hispanic Connection
Autumn Hike Saturday • October 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center Ages: Families Join Shoal Creek Naturalists to enjoy the signs of autumn while exploring the Wildcat trail system. This will be around a four-mile hike with some rugged terrain. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring a water bottle. Bring […]
Get ID'd! MOCHIP Child ID Event Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Carthage Memorial Hall 407 S. Garrison Ave., Carthage The Pace of mind MOCHIP provides to Missouri families is invaluable. GIRLS and BOYS ages 11-21 are statistically most susceptible to become missing. Only takes about 15 minutes Data is NEVER stored Updateable information […]
Bats at the Library Wednesday • October 25 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Joplin Public Library Ages: Families Did you know we have more than 12 species of bats that can be found in Missouri? Can you guess what they eat? Come join MDC naturalists at the Joplin Public Library to learn about Missouri’s bats! […]
Joplin Little Theatre is hosting a Trunk or Treat event on the theatre parking lot on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. This event is free for all ages. There will be lots of candy. There will be costumes and fun car decorations. This is a safe way for children to […]
