Step into the fascinating world of spiders during Adventures in Spider Sniffing! Join Shelly Cox for an engaging presentation where you’ll discover surprising facts about spiders and learn the unusual art of spider sniffing. After the talk, enjoy an up-close look at live spiders and sample some seasonal treats. Once the presentation wraps up, the... View Article
Join us at Ricky Dean’s for the 2nd Annual Fall Spectacular on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM. This family-friendly event offers free admission and a wide variety of activities, including hayrides, a petting zoo with Orrick Acres, face painting, live music, and prize drawings. Guests can shop for pumpkins, locally... View Article
Make your Mark on the World! Paint Workshop with Missouri Western State University offers a fun and creative experience for children and families. Join child and language development experts Ronda Chesney and Adrienne Johnson as they guide participants in exploring paint and creative tools to make unique marks on different surfaces. This interactive session encourages... View Article
Join us at The Den on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, from 6–8 PM for a Halloween Paint Party. You’ll enjoy step-by-step painting as you create your choice of festive Halloween or fall-themed designs. All supplies are included, plus your ticket comes with a welcome drink to enjoy while you paint. Whether you’re planning a girls’... View Article
Bad Art by Good People is a one-of-a-kind community event that pairs local artists with community leaders to create original works of art. Over the course of a month, these unlikely teams collaborate, learn new skills, and produce pieces that are as creative as they are unexpected. On October 2, the finished artworks will be... View Article
PumpkinFest 2025 returns October 3–5 at the Pony Express National Museum in St. Joseph, Missouri. This free, family-friendly festival features live entertainment, carnival rides, games, crafters, food vendors, and the annual children’s costume parade. The highlight of the weekend is the lighting of the Great Pumpkin Mountain, built from hundreds of hand-carved, glowing pumpkins. Bring... View Article
Come for the shopping, stay for the dogs. St. Joseph Women’s Expo features wellness vendors, home decor, DIY projects, workshops and a Mosaic Life Care keynote on stress. Includes a 5 dollar grocery coupon on the ticket.
Step back into the nostalgia of the 1960s and 70s with The Wonder Bread Years, coming to the historic Missouri Theatre on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Written and performed by Seinfeld veteran Pat Hazell, this hilarious one-man show celebrates the humor of everyday family life, pop culture touchstones, and the simple joys... View Article
Chonda Pierce Live comes to St. Joseph for a night of guilt free laughter, real talk, and stories that feel like they were lifted from your group text. With her trademark Southern wit, Chonda turns life’s hardest moments into something you can laugh about. You may know her hit specials Laughing in the Dark and... View Article
Discover the art of drawing animals with artist Alex Asher in this two-part workshop series hosted by the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art. The first session, Intro to Drawing Animals, will be held at the museum on Wednesday, October 8 from 5:30–7:30 PM. This class is designed to build confidence in sketching by covering foundational techniques,... View Article
Parker McCollum is bringing his 2025 tour to the St. Joseph Civic Arena on Thursday, October 9, with special guests Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth. Known for his chart-topping country hits and high-energy performances, Parker delivers a night of music you won’t forget. Doors open at 7 PM. Tickets go on sale Friday at... View Article
Warm up your vocal cords and join us for Karaoke at First Ward House this Thursday from 8 PM to 11:45 PM. Expect a friendly crowd, a classic saloon vibe, and a stage open to every voice. If you have never been, you owe it to yourself to come watch some of the best free... View Article
