Shows bring zoo animals, bulls

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

By DONNA FARLEY Editor

Main Event this week is all about one world, many animals.

While that may be the theme of an event Saturday at Lake Wappapello, it also describes what’s on tap for area residents over the weekend.

Animals from South America to Africa, Australia and North America will be part of an event starting at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center.

This free event will be feature ambassador animals from the Dickerson Park Zoo education department. Two showings will be given, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

At 7 p.m., Battle of the Bulls kicks off at Ray Clinton Park.

This is hosted by the Three Rivers College Rodeo team and Farm Credit of Southeast Missouri.

Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids eight and under.

The event will include an opportunity to see bull riders testing their skills, along with family activities like bounce houses and food trucks.

Other upcoming events include:

— Downtown Sikeston Music in the Park, 6-8 p.m. July 21 WHERE Legion Park, Sikeston WHAT There is no charge for admission. Bring a lawn chair, food and the entire family to Legion Park in Historic Downtown Sikeston.

— Battle of the Bulls, 7 p.m. July 22. WHERE Ray Clinton Park. COST Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 8 and under. WHAT The Three Rivers College Rodeo Team and Farm Credit Southeast Missouri present an action-packed evening of bull riding. Bounce houses and food trucks will also be on site. Further information will be made available for bull riders who wish to participate. More information is available on the event’s Facebook page and trcc.edu.

— Used & Refused, 8 p.m.-midnight July 22 WHERE The Camp, Lake Wappapello WHAT live music

— Prevention Summit, 10 a.m. July 24 WHERE Westwood Center COST Free WHAT Organized by Missouri Highlands Health Care, this event is a chance to learn more about how to prevent illness. Speakers from MHHC, Butler County Health Department, FCC and Butler County Community Resource Council. Lunch provided by FCC.

— Crochet College, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. July 24. WHERE Poplar Bluff Municipal Library, Main Branch. COST Free. WHAT A class teaching basic crochet stitches with the option to start an easy project. Yarn and hooks are provided. Open to ages 7 and up, no registration required.

— Storytime, 10:30 a.m. July 25 WHERE Poplar Bluff Municipal Library, Main Branch.

— Women’s Self Defense Workshop, 6-8 p.m. July 25 WHERE Xtreme Gymnastics LLC COST $25 WHAT Practical techniques for day to day life and protection. The first portion of the workshop will be lecture/learning. After the lecture portion there will be hands on practice using the learned techniques through partner drills and bag work

— Storytime, 2 p.m. July 27 WHERE Poplar Bluff Municipal Library, Ridgel branch

— 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.

— 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)

— 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.

— 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.

— 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.