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 […]
American Red Cross Blood Drive 8/31/2023: 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Church of the Nazarene, 2000 Grand The Red Cross needs donors now. Schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole supplier of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients at 44 area Ozark hospitals, is encouraging donors to give blood to help ensure a strong blood supply before the Labor Day holiday weekend and get some great gifts during the Fuel, Food, or Film Blood Drive. Donate […]
You don’t have to be a biologist to plant a yard or flower garden that provides good habitat for insects and local wildlife. All you need are the right plants in the right places. With several species, you don’t have to wait for spring to begin planting, either. People can learn more about plantings that […]
If you’re looking for a place to hunt this fall, opportunities may exist at a nearby Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) public use area. People can learn more about hunting opportunities available at MDC public use areas in the southwest part of the state at the MDC virtual program “Conservation Families: Where Can I Hunt.” […]
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, […]
An increasing number of people are becoming interested in archery. Some people are taking up archery for hunting purposes while others enjoy recreational target shooting. Individuals can learn more about the fundamentals of archery at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Outdoor Skills, Basic Archery” on Sept. 9 at MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education […]
September is a great month to learn about monarch butterflies in Missouri because this is when these fascinating and beneficial insects are migrating through the Show-Me State on their way to their wintering grounds in central Mexico. People can learn more about monarch butterflies and how humans can help them through two events being put […]
“Forage management is important to the profitability of a grazing livestock operation,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. The most efficient way to manage forage and grazing livestock is through a management intensive grazing system. To educate grazing livestock producers on management intensive grazing MU Extension, Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), and Dade […]
Fall book sale shoppers will find giant collections of Star Wars novels and related materials, beautiful picture and story books for children, romance, mysteries, and books by best-selling authors like Colleen Hoover and Stephen King. And that’s just a sample of what makes the 2023 Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale a can’t-miss event. […]
“Forage management is important to the profitability of a grazing livestock operation,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. The most efficient way to manage forage and grazing livestock is through a management intensive grazing system. To educate grazing livestock producers on management intensive grazing MU Extension, Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), and Dade […]
“Forage management is important to the profitability of a grazing livestock operation,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. The most efficient way to manage forage and grazing livestock is through a management intensive grazing system. To educate grazing livestock producers on management intensive grazing MU Extension, Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), and Dade […]
Location, location, location,” isn’t a phrase that pertains only to success in business. It also applies to having success growing native plants. People who have an interest in growing native plants and want to be certain they’re putting their plants in locations where they’ll grow the best should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation […]
Joplin Little Theatre is pleased to announce the next production – The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. This production is directed by Michaela West. Amanda Wingfield is a faded remnant of Southern gentility who now lives in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom, and her daughter, Laura, who has a physical handicap […]
Wednesday, Sepbember 20, 2023 Missouri State Archives Newest Database (Program) 10:00 to 11:00 am The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO and Zoom for OGS members The new County and Municipal Records Database provides online access to thousands of local resources, including deed, court, tax, and marriage books. Learn what records are included, […]
Mark your calendar for National Public Lands Day at George Washington Carver National Monument on Saturday, September 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Volunteers at George Washington Carver National Monument to join volunteers nationwide for nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands. On September 23, 2023, tens of thousands of volunteers across the country will […]
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 […]
Vision Carthage is proud to announce its 7th Annual Restoration Carthage workday. The workday will be held on Saturday, September 30th and begins at 8 am. The focus will be on yard clean up, low maintenance landscaping, and minor exterior repairs on Route 66 (Oak Street) between Baker Blvd. and Center St. In the past, […]
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