In this week’s MAIN EVENT, readers are encouraged to take time for a little R&R at a mobile petting zoo, a memorial golf tournament and a free archery tag night.
The Stars and Stripes Museum and Library will host Cock-a-Doodle Moo Mobile Petting Zoo from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Families in attendance will also get to learn the history of animals during wartime. The museum is located in Bloomfield.
In Poplar Bluff, the Matt Thurmon Memorial Golf Tournament tees off at 11:30 a.m. to honor the memory of a local golfer and benefit Dexter Public Schools athletics. The tournament is a four-person scramble at Hidden Trails Country Club in Dexter.
If golf isn’t your speed, Top Shot Archery Tag in Poplar Bluff is holding a free play night starting at 5 p.m. Saturday. Top Shot describes the game as an exhilarating cross between archery and dodgeball with foam-tipped arrows and plenty of adrenaline. Instructors will be on hand to guide new players.
Other upcoming events include:
— Storytime, 2 p.m. July 27. WHERE Poplar Bluff Municipal Library, Ridgel Branch.
— Free Physical Night, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. July 27. WHERE Poplar Bluff High School. COST Free. WHAT Physicals for junior high and high school athletes: grades 7-8 at 5:30 p.m., grades 9-10 at 6:30 p.m. and grades 11-12 at 7:30 p.m.
— Lunch & Learn: Diabetic Foot Ulcers & Revolutionary Wound Care, noon July 28. WHERE Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce. COST Free. WHAT Dr. Maxine Theriot will present on diabetic wound care topics, including wound assessment, innovative approaches to foot ulcers, multidisciplinary care and self-management strategies. Luncheon is provided. More information, free tickets and online attendance options are available through the event’s Facebook page.
— Family Health and Wellness Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 28. WHERE Wayne County Community Building, Piedmont. WHAT A day packed with fun activities, as well as information and resources to support the physical, emotional and mental wellness of the whole family.
— Art for Animals closing reception, 6-8 p.m. July 28 WHERE Margaret Harwell Art Museum COST Free WHAT Includes the close of the benefit auction for the Animal Welfare Alliance and conclusion of the month-long show.
— Bootheel Battlegrounds 3 Dog Show, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. July 29. WHERE Black River Coliseum (additional information unavailable).
— Kids Day at the Museum: Cock-a-Doodle Moo Petting Zoo, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 29. WHERE Stars and Stripes Museum and Library. COST Free. WHAT Why are animals important during wartime? Learn why at the museum, and meet the animals of Cock-a-Doodle Moo Mobile Petting Zoo.
— Free Play archery tag, 5 p.m. Saturday. WHERE Top Shot Archery Tag. COST Free. Snacks and drinks available for purchase. WHAT Bring some friends and take aim with foam-tipped arrows. Discounts for future events are available for attendees.
— Canning 101, 10:30 a.m. July 29. WHERE Poplar Bluff Municipal Library, Main Branch. COST Free. WHAT Learn how to can with Terri Jennings. Canning is a rewarding way to preserve and enjoy peak flavors all year long. Learn more about this popular technique and get started on your canning adventure.
— Matt Thurmon Memorial Golf Tournament, 11:30 a.m. July 29 WHERE Hidden Trails Country Club WHAT 4-person scramble to celebrate the memory of Matt Thurmon, and to raise funds for Dexter Public Schools athletics. For more information, please contact Brett Dorton at 573-625-8828 or Hidden Trails Country Club at 573-624-3638.
— 3v3 Live Soccer Tour, noon-6 p.m. July 29 WHERE Whiteley Park
— Mozark Madness Outdoor Olympics, 11 a.m. Aug. 4. WHERE Ray Clinton Park. COST Not listed. WHAT Enjoy food trucks, vendors and competitions. All proceeds benefit Girls and Boys Club of the Heartland. More information and registration resources can be found by calling 573-712-2252 or emailing mozark@mossyoakproperties.com.
— Watkins Wildlife Rehab, 11 p.m. and 2 p.m. Aug. 5. WHERE Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center at Lake Wappapello. COST Free. WHAT Wildlife rehabilitators John and Carolyn Watkins bring out live animals they are currently rehabilitating. For more information, contact 573-222-8562.
— Karaoke Night, 7-11 p.m. Aug. 4. WHERE The Camp at Lake Wappapello. COST Free. WHAT Karaoke with Shane Edward Pashia.
— 35th Annual Pictures by the People opening reception/award ceremony, 1-4 p.m. Aug. 5. WHERE Margaret Harwell Art Museum COST Free WHAT Event includes an ice cream social. The show will be open through Aug. 27.
— Back to School Backpack Giveaway, 9 a.m. Aug. 5. WHERE Rent One in Poplar Bluff. COST Free. WHAT Rent One is giving away 120 backpacks to students in need and is accepting donations of school supplies to fill them. Families can pick up one backpack per student.
— Ozark Mountain Daredevils, 7 p.m. Aug. 5 WHERE Black River Coliseum COST $15-$75 per ticket WHAT The Daredevils have been producing music since 1971, with songs including “If You Wanna Get to Heaven,” and “Standing on the Rock.”
— OCR at The Camp, 8-11:55 p.m. Aug. 5. WHERE The Camp at Lake Wappapello. COST None listed. WHAT Old Camp Road performs at The Camp.
— Rockin’ Cruise In, 5:30-9 p.m. Aug. 11. WHERE Vine Street between Fifth and Broadway. COST Free admission. WHAT A car show, live music from Jon Murphy and adult beverages.
— St. Jude 8th Annual VIP Banquet, 5 p.m. Aug. 11. WHERE Black River Coliseum. COST $50 per ticket, $575 for a reserved table of 10. WHAT St. Jude’s yearly benefit banquet is back with dinner, live and silent auctions, games, and raffles. Tickets are available by calling 573-718-2875 or visiting eventbrite.com, keywords “St. Jude’s VIP Banquet.”
— 4-H Animal Art Exhibit opening reception 6-8 p.m. Aug. 31 WHERE Margaret Harwell Art Museum COST Free WHAT The show will continue through Sept. 12.
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