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Library guest speaker to offer tips on genealogy
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Maryville Public Library’s April adult program will offer a look at Getting Started in Genealogy with guest speaker Letha Marie Mowry. In 1970, Mowry was asked to write her family history for the Graham Historical Society, according to an email from Annie Arvidson, adult programs assistant. She began collecting information about…
Read MoreMDC hosting free fishing event April 7 at Nodaway County Community Lake
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation plans to host a free fishing event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, April 7, at Nodaway Lake north of Maryville. According to a news release, instructors will help newcomers learn how to catch fish, and anglers with experience can celebrate the sport as spring arrives.…
Read MoreLibrary to host Craft Supply Bonanza
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Back by popular demand, the Maryville Public Library’s Craft Supply Bonanza is to return this month. According to an email from Annie Arvidson, adult programs assistant, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, in the library basement. “This year, we’re adding some extra festivities to…
Read MoreProm Expo set for this weekend
MARYVILLE, Mo. — For one day only, young women in search of affordable prom dresses may take part in a special Prom Expo scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 18 at Rose Hill Acres, on the corner of First and Main streets. Cinderella’s Closet has joined with Rose Hill Acres, Minnie…
Read MoreLargest Children’s Business Fair changes venue
MARYVILLE, Mo. — This year’s Children’s Business Fair Pop-up Market will be held 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 18 at the First Baptist Church gymnasium, located at 121 E. Jenkins St. According to a news release, the program moved its event to the church gym this year because the event will feature…
Read MoreRose Theatre to present “Château La Roach”
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Nearly 20 elementary and middle school students gather each week at the Rose Theatre to practice for their play, “Château La Roach,” a comedy focused on a fancy hotel infested with cockroaches. The play focuses on the French owners of the château as they prepare for a full weekend of guests, including…
Read More‘12 Incompetent Jurors’ to open March 17
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Maryville R-II student actors will take the stage on March 17, 18 and 19 to breathe life into a single-scene comedy filled with quick-witted, fast-paced humor in “12 Incompetent Jurors,” by Ian McWethy. A parody of the classic intense courtroom drama “12 Angry Men” by Reginald Rose concerning the jury of a…
Read MoreSweet Sounds concert, fundraiser set for this weekend
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Maryville High School Vocal Music Department plans to present its annual Sweet Sounds concert and fundraiser this weekend Feb. 24-25 at the Lee and Nina Schneider Center for the Performing Arts at the high school. Traditionally held during the early spring to showcase Spectrum and Illumination show choirs, the event allows…
Read MoreLibrary event draws record crowd
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Maryville Public Library held its monthly adult program, Piece of Cake, on Feb. 2 and saw record-breaking attendance. Local baker Sylvia Chloupek was the event’s guest speaker with more than 30 attendees, said Annie Arvidson, adult programs assistant at the library. The library’s next adult program event, the Craft Supply Bonanza,…
Read MoreSechrest18 named No. 1 course in state by GolfPass
MARYVILLE, Mo. — The Sechrest 18 golf course at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park scored highly in the annual Golfers Choice Awards, announced by GolfPass+, an NBC Sports Group property. According to a news release, for the Golfers Choice Awards, GolfPass reviewers rate golf courses based on the six categories of value, course condition, layout, friendliness,…
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