Huge arts festival Saturday at River Campus

After hearing demands of wanting to have more summer activities at the River Campus, leaders at the facility have a big day in store.

The River Campus is launching its inaugural Community Summer Arts Festival Saturday. It will begin at 10 a.m. and run through 5 p.m., featuring live music, dance, theatrical performances, magic, visual arts displays, hands-on family friendly art activities and more, according to marketing materials prepared by Southeast Missouri State University.

There will be events for everyone.

The event is free and open to the public.

Be sure to check out today's stories in the Southeast Missourian for details about the event and the people who are making it happen. It's going to be a big deal. Make plans to check out the fun. It should be a great event for the entire family.