St. Joseph Missouri
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May 2014
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Top 10 things to do this Memorial Day weekend in St. Joseph, MO.
Planning on traveling to St. Joseph over Memorial Day weekend and seeking things to do?  Look no further!  We've compiled a list of fun, inexpensive activities to participate in over the upcoming holiday weekend.
 
1. Fish Feeding Frenzy & Monthly Scavenger Hunt
Friday, May 23, 2014, 10:30 - 11am, Remington Nature Center, 1502 MacArthur Drive
10:30am, EVERY Friday: Fish Feeding Frenzy
Come help the Nature Center feed the Missouri River fish who live in our 7,000 gallon aquarium. Their diet consists of minnows, worms, corn, and peas. Kids can also participate in the Center's monthly Scavenger hunt during their visit. 
 
2. 36th Annual Spring Parkway Run: 
Saturday, May 24, 2014, 8-11 am beginning at Krug Park
Choose from either a 5 K Run, 15 K Run, 5 K Walk
$25 entry fee includes a short-sleeved running shirt
The awards ceremony will take place at the REC center, where food and drinks will be provided. www.stjoeparks.info 

3. Memorial Day Ceremony:
Take some time to remember the reason for the holiday. The local Joint Veterans Committee will hold a ceremony commemorating Memorial Day on Monday, May 26th at 11 am at Civic Center Park, located in front of City Hall at 1100 Frederick Ave.     
 
4. Picnic in the Park:
Enjoy the unique St. Joseph park system, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is comprised of approximately 1,500 acres, 26 miles of parkways and boulevards, containing 48 parks and related facilities. Check out the anchor park, Krug Park where you can feed the fish in the lagoon, or take a sunset walk along the riverfront hike and bike trail. www.stjomo.com/see-do/sports-recreation.
 
5. Stay Cool at our many Museums:
If the warm weather keeps you indoors, check out one of our 13 unique Museums.  Over Memorial Day weekend, definitely check out the National Military Heritage Museum, which is dedicated to preserving the military heritage of the United States Armed Forces and those who served on the home front. Exhibits depict the history of military service abroad and at home both during war and between wars. www.stjomo.com/see-do/museums/national-military-heritage-museum
 
6. Visit Mount Mora Cemetery:
Established in 1851, is the oldest operating cemetery in Saint Joseph, Missouri and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This cemetery was a fashionable burial place for many of St. Joseph's wealthy and powerful citizens. The boom years of the post Civil War period, known as St. Joseph's "Golden Age," gave rise to the building of some of the finest residential architecture in the Midwest, and to some of the finest tomb architecture as well. Three Missouri governors, three generals, two Pony Express riders, and an English Baronet are among those found buried there. www.stjomo.com/see-do/museums/mount-mora-cemetery 
 
7. Pony Express Farmers Market: 
Open Saturday of Memorial Day (Wednesday & Saturday monthly), this fabulous open-air market is held from 7 am-1 pm in the East Hills Mall parking lot off Woodbine Road. Seasonal products for sale include fresh fruits & vegetables, bedding plants, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs, Mexican items, hormone free pork, jams & jellies, safe cleaners, lamb meat, organic greens, bird houses, planters, crafts and more. www.facebook.com/pages/Pony-Express-Farmers-Market
 
8. Live Music:
Because of the extended holiday weekend, many local live music venues are stocking up on performances Friday-Sunday.  Local favorite Tequila Mockingbird will be playing at the Hi Ho Bar and Grill on Sunday Night from 9pm-midnight.
www.facebook.com/events/238873909635225 

9. Dust off those golf clubs:  
St. Joseph's public 18-hole golf course, Fairview, is one of the oldest public courses in Northwest Missouri, established in 1925. Situated on over 200 acres among the rolling hills, Fairview golf course is a measures over 6300 yards and offers large, undulating greens, tree lined fairways and plenty of water to challenge all skill levels. Includes a driving range, practice putting green, short game & bunker practice area, concession stand, pro shop, and a huge new banquet room. www.fairviewgolfcourse.net 

10. Mustangs Home Opener:
Tuesday, May 27, 2014, 7-9 pm, Phil Welch Stadium,
2600 SW Parkway
Though it's the day after Memorial Day, you must make time to attend a Mustangs game this season. Nothing says summer in St. Joe like Mustangs baseball. Special events include family Night Every Thursday, $1 Hot Dogs Every Thursday on Family Night, $1 Miller Lite Beer on Fridays, and fireworks Every Saturday Courtesy of Heartland Health. www.stjoemustangs.com 
Buy One Adult Admission,
Get One Free
ST. JOSEPH MUSEUM
Expires 12/31/14

Includes Black Archives, the Glore Psychiatric Museum, and the St. Joseph Museum exhibits at 3406 Frederick Ave.  Limit one per family. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not redeemable for cash. 816-232-8471 - www.stjosephmuseum.org.
Buy One Adult Admission,
Get One Free
PONY EXPRESS MUSEUM
Expires 12/31/14

Limit one per family. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not redeemable for cash. 914 Penn Street, St. Joseph, MO. 816-279-5059 - www.ponyexpress.org
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Fort Smith Park  
Now Open

St. Joseph's newest park is now open for the season.

Fort Smith, named after Colonel Robert F. Smith, was erected in late September 1861 as a safeguard against conflicting armies battling on either side of the state line. With the strong possibility of battles reaching St. Joseph, Colonel Smith stood ready with his 2,500 troops and 12 cannon poised atop the newly created fortification on Prospect Hill. However the conflict was averted and by the spring of 1862, the Union troops at Fort Smith were downsized. 

The fort was re-discovered in 2003. Amenities at Fort Smith Park include 3 full-scale authentic reproduction cannons, restored redoubts, a lookout point, period flags, informative signage, and an ordnance shed displaying illustrations of various types of artillery shells used in the conflict. The fort is a passive park, where visitors can come, relax, picnic and see a wonderful view of the city and beyond. 

Fort Smith is open 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week, from April 16th - October 14th.  
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St. Joseph, Missouri.
St. Joseph Convention & Visitors Bureau
816-233-6688 or 800-785-0360
cvb@stjomo.com
www.stjomo.com

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