Weekend community events

NEOSHO 

• Join your gals for a fun Galentine's Paint Party on Friday, February 13, from 7:30 to 10:00 PM at Country Charm Venue. All painting supplies are included, and beginners are warmly welcome—no experience necessary! Tickets are $35 per person, and pre-registration is required to secure your spot. Come create, laugh, and celebrate friendship with a festive night of painting!

• Join the free, self-guided Downtown Neosho Chocolate Stroll this Valentine’s weekend! Pick up your stroll card at a participating shop in Historic Downtown Neosho, then wander from stop to stop enjoying free chocolate samples. Check out chocolate-inspired drinks and desserts for purchase at local restaurants, get your card stamped at each location, and turn in your completed card for a chance to win a Valentine gift basket. It’s the perfect sweet outing for friends, partners, or family!

Friday, Feb. 13 & Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days

 Historic Downtown Neosho

• Come spend today, Friday, February 13, with adorable adoptable pups at A Dog’s Dream! Join their monthly facility tour and meet & greet from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST at 11439 Hammer Rd., Neosho, MO 64850. It’s a free, family-friendly event to learn about the adoption process, see the nonprofit’s work with retired breeding dogs, and meet furry friends looking for loving homes. Whether you're considering adoption or just want to say hello, everyone’s welcome—the dogs can’t wait to meet you!

• Treat your special someone to a delicious three-course Valentine’s Special dinner at Eastside Social this Friday, February 13, and Saturday, February 14! Enjoy your choice of soup or salad, entrée (Steak Oscar or salmon), and a decadent dessert for an unforgettable romantic evening downtown.

 113 S Washington St, Neosho, MO

 Feb 13 & 14, 2026 

Great food and sweet memories await—reserve your spot today!

WEBB CITY

• Webb City farmer’s market, 106 east tracy st 9-12 pm

CARTHAGE

• Join your galentines for a fun Galentine’s event @ Cherub today, Friday, February 13, from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM! Enjoy drinks, snacks, shopping with discounts and deals on clothing & shoes, plus permanent jewelry and a charm bar. Bring your besties for a perfect girls' night out!

Cherub - Attire & Accessories

425 S Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO

For more info, check Cherub's socials or stop by

• Fall in love at artCentral’s Valentine Pop-Up Bar tonight! Join us for a cozy, candlelit evening from 5:30–7:00 PM featuring Valentine-themed cocktails and beer, decadent treats like chocolate truffles, cheesecakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, and cupcakes, plus romantic music and warm vibes. Every sip and bite supports artCentral’s summer youth programs—bring your sweetheart, bestie, or just your love for the arts!

 Friday and Saturday | 5:30–7:00 PM & 730-9

345 S Main Street, Carthage

For more info: Cheryl Church | 417-358-4404 | artcentral1110@gmail.com | artcentralcarthage.org

Toast to creativity, community, and Valentine magic!

• Join a ranger for Hike & Seek: Birds tomorrow, Saturday, February 14, at 10:00 AM at George Washington Carver National Monument! Enjoy a guided birdwatching stroll to learn about local feathered friends, contribute to the annual Great Backyard Bird Count, and explore the park's trails. Binoculars provided—no experience required. It's free and open to all!

 5646 Carver Road, Diamond, MO 64840

10:00 AM (1-hour program)

Contact: (417) 325-4151 | gwca_interpretation@nps.gov (mailto:_interpretation@nps.gov)

Perfect for families, beginners, or anyone who loves birds!

• Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Grace Lanes Valentine's Day Scotch Doubles Tournament tomorrow, Saturday, February 14! Bring your partner for a fun couples' bowling event—check-in noon–12:30 PM, warm-up at 1:00 PM, start at 1:15 PM. Bowl 4 games in Scotch Doubles style (handicaps: 90% of 200 average from the 4 games, lowest game dropped, no negatives). Prizes for overall places (TBD), high handicap game, high scratch game, couples quiz, plus "spare" pot tickets available. In case of bad weather, it will be rescheduled.

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 1:00 PM start

Grace Lanes, Historic Downtown Carthage

219 E 3rd St, Carthage, MO 64836

For more info: 417-358-2144 or visit gracelanes.com

Grab your Valentine and bowl for prizes—everyone's welcome!

JOPLIN

• Join us for Bingo Night at the library tonight! Enjoy a fun hour of bingo with all supplies provided and prizes for winners.

Friday, January 13, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM

Ages 18+ | No registration or library card required—just show up and play!

• Join the 42nd Annual Run With The Wind tomorrow, Saturday, February 14, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM! This iconic USATF-certified 25K point-to-point road race—organized by Joplin RoadRunners—runs between Carthage High School and Sarcoxie High School (direction decided the night before based on wind to let runners go with the wind, not against it). Run solo or as a team of 3 in a relay. High schools provide transportation and support. It's a unique, historic Missouri running tradition—perfect for competitive runners or fun teams!

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM start

Starts/ends at Carthage HS or Sarcoxie HS (check Facebook event page the evening before for direction)

Register via runsignup.com or joplinroadrunners.com for details

• Join little ones for Preschool Connections: Pine Cone's Secret tomorrow, Saturday, February 14, from 1:00–2:00 PM at the Wildcat Glades Education Cottage! This free, fun program (ages 3–7, with an adult) features an interactive story about a pine cone's forest adventure and how pine cones help trees grow, followed by a hands-on pine cone craft to take home. Sponsored by Calvin Cassidy—perfect for sparking creativity and nature exploration!

Pre-registration required: Visit https://bit.ly/3NqNL0O or email robin@wildcatglades.org.

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO (approx. area)

A delightful way to connect kids with nature! 

• Join Shoal Creek staff for Nature Boardgame Day tomorrow, Saturday, February 14, from 10:30 AM–2:30 PM! Play nature-themed board games for all ages and skill levels—drop in anytime for free fun while learning about nature!

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 10:30 AM–2:30 PM

Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO 64804

No registration needed—perfect for families or game lovers!

• Celebrate Valentine's Day and America's upcoming 250th birthday with "An American Love Song" featuring Glenda Austin tomorrow, Saturday, February 14, from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Beshore Performance Hall in the Cornell Complex! Dust off your red, white, and blue (with extra red for the occasion) for this special musical tribute with Glenda and friends. Enjoy a mix of stirring spirituals, hymns, patriotic favorites, timeless folk tunes, ragtime, New Orleans jazz, classic hits, and romantic love songs—perfect for nostalgia and great music lovers. Doors open at 3:30 PM.

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 PM

Beshore Performance Hall, Cornell Complex, 212 W 7th St, Joplin, MO 64801

Tickets: $15–$20 – purchase at connect2culture.org, call (417) 621-9824, or visit the C2C box office (Tue–Sat, 1–5 PM).

A once-in-a-lifetime patriotic and romantic evening you won't want to miss!

• Discover fascinating emus—the "Big Birds from Down Under"—at GREEN EGGS AND EMUS tomorrow, Saturday, February 14, from 6:30–8:00 PM at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center! Learn why these giant, flightless Australian birds (part of the ratite family) resemble feather dusters on legs, their role in Aboriginal mythology, and their importance as a food and resource source for indigenous Australians over thousands of years.

• Expert Maria Minnaar Bailey, author and experienced emu/ratite raiser, shares insights from her research and books on emu husbandry. This free, public event is open to everyone—no registration needed!

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM

Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, Joplin, MO