Weekend Outlook: Chill outside before it gets chilly outside

Cooler temps are gradually making their presence known throughout Southeast Missouri, but there's still plenty to do outside.

Don't binge on lunch today; save some room for the all-you-can-eat fish at Scott City Assembly of God. It comes with all the fixin's, too.

You only turn 163 years old once; so take the family for a trip to the annual SEMO District Fair today and tomorrow. While you're there be sure to check out the livestock barns and various events at the activities tent.

Take in some football this weekend, too, and travel with the Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks on Saturday as they battle the Southern Illinois University Salukis at 6 p.m. in Carbondale.

Saturday -- Batman Day -- is also shaping up to be a day for the little ones at Jackson Civic Center at Cape Girardeau Public Library. If you've never attended a "touch a truck" event, here's your chance. Saturday is also all about Batman at Cape Girardeau Public Library.

And it's also a great day to get involved with the Walk to End Alzheimer's benefit at Cape County Park North in Cape Girardeau.

Saturday evening through Sunday, spend some time in the presence of classic cars and in the company of your friends at the 41st Rivertales Classic Car Show.

Once it's gone, it's gone

You have only two days to take in "Summer's Last Blast" at the SEMO District fair.

Here's the schedule breakdown through Saturday:

Activities tent

9 a.m.: 4H & FFA Public Speaking competition

5:30 to 7 p.m.: Bingo (free to play)

Grandstand events

7 p.m.: Hot Rod Truck and Tractor Pull

Livestock competitions & judging

8 a.m.: Angus judging -- Livestock Show Arena

9:30 a.m.: mini mules judging -- Ballfield #7

1 p.m.: other breeds beef cattle with commercial heifers to follow -- Livestock show arena

1:30 p.m.: Draft ponies judging -- Ballfield #7

3:30 p.m.: 4H draft horse, draft mule, mini mule and draft pony judging -- Ballfield #7

7:30 p.m.: Draft ponies and mini mule hitches judging -- Ballfield #7

Competitions and contests

10 a.m.: 4H & FFA Tractor Rodeo -- Grandstand area infield -- Ballfield #4

6:30 p.m.: Crosscut saw competition -- Antique tractor display area

Activities tent

9 a.m.: Heartland Baton and Dance Championships

1 to 2:30 p.m.: Maggie Thorn

3 to 4:30 p.m.: Whitewater Bluegrass

5 to 6:30 p.m.: The Lewis Family and Country Fire Cloggers

Grandstand events

6 p.m.: Hot Rod Truck and Tractor Pull

Competitions and contests

10:30 a.m.: Quarter scramble -- Livestock show arena

11 a.m.: Washers tournament team singles event -- American Legion pavillion

1:30 p.m.: Live rooster crowing -- 4H / FFA Goat tent show ring -- pre--registration required at Poultry Tent

1 p.m.: Washers tournament doubles event -- American Legion pavillion

2 p.m.: Pee Wee showmanship -- Livestock show arena

5 p.m.: Kiddie Pedal tractor Pull -- Livestock Show arena

Past the teeth, over the gums ...

The Scott City Assembly of God is hosting an all-you-can-eat fish fry today, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. to benefit the Scott City Women's Club for its Clothes for Kids at Christmas charity.

The meal includes:

• fried fish
• potatoes
• baked beans
• cole slaw
• hush puppies
• coffee and tea

How much: Adults $9; Children age 6 to 11 $5; children under 5 eat free; carry outs $9

KAPOW!

Saturday is Batman Day, and to celebrate the anniversary of the character's first ever appearance -- which was in Detective Comics No. 27 way back in May 1939 -- Cape Girardeau Public Library is hosting a family program 9 a.m. to noon.

More details can be found online at capelibrary.org.

Walk to End

The Alzheimer's Association-Greater Missouri Chapter is hosting its 21st annual Walk to End Alzheimer's fundraiser Saturday at Cape County Park North in Cape Girardeau.

Registration begins at 8 a.m., followed by a brief ceremony, walk and refreshments.

This year's goal is $105,000, and walk director Greg Sciuto said he expects 500 participants.

"We make sure we honor those that are living with the disease and those that we have lost," he said. "Ultimately, we come out and walk for a day when Alzheimer's is a thing of the past. We walk to find a cure to end Alzheimer's disease."

Proceeds will go back into the organization to provide resources and to fulfill individual needs within Southeast Missouri, according to Sciuto.

Jackson Touch-A-Truck

Jackson Civic Center invites you to its Touch-A-Truck event 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

A variety of amazing vehicles will be on display for children, and local organizations will have displays on-hand to tell more about their services.

There will also be food trucks and T-shirts for sale.

How much: Free

41 years and counting

Old Town Cape and River City Rodders invite you to the Rivertales Classic Car Show 4 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday at 338 Broadway St. in Cape Girardeau.

"This is the 11th year we're in downtown Cape and it'll probably be the biggest event in Cape this weekend," River City Rodders representative Danny Esner said. "We completely fill up downtown with old cars and people."

Saturday | Cape Cruise-In

Spend your day discovering all Cape Girardeau has to offer, from historic sites and scenic hiking trails, to art galleries.

From 4 to 7 p.m.: Purchase souvenir T-shirts, learn more about the River City Rodders and the whole family can enjoy the playground, Rose Garden, disc golf, Freedom Corner, and feeding the geese.

• After Cruisin' Cape from 7 to 10 p.m.: Explore dozens of great restaurants unique to Cape Girardeau, family-friendly activities, and an active night life scene.

Sunday | Free Spectator Car Show

Registration from 8 a.m. to noon: $15 per entry, and proceeds from the show are used to support Toy Box, Women's Safe House and other charitable organizations. Within walking distance of the car show, you can enjoy breakfast, stroll the Mississippi riverfront, and take in the murals that adorn the floodwall as your day begins.

• Classic Car and Vintage Motorcycle Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Judging from noon to 3 p.m.
• Awards Ceremony at 3 p.m.

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