Good morning, Saint Joseph.

Tipps Sports Bar hosted its inaugural dart tournament on Saturday afternoon at 3614 Mitchell Avenue to benefit Friends of the St. Joseph Animal Shelter — team Chad and Austin won while team Chris and Tyler finished second.

Noyes Home for Children held its annual Take a Seat fundraiser at the Fulkerson Center on the Missouri Western campus and offered bidding on items such as signed Taylor Swift memorabilia, furniture made from Hyde Park wood, and a puppy.

The event raised donations and informed local residents about the home’s mission to offer a safe alternative for children needing another chance—relying on community support.

The fifth annual Flower Farm Day took place this weekend at Homeplace Fields where community members picked fresh bouquets from blooming fields — organized by the Windmeyer family and Nesting Goods — and enjoyed the scenic views.

Today, kindergarteners in the school district will get free, one-year access to InspireU Children's Discovery Center through a gift from former health exec Lowell Kruse and his wife Leslie—over 700 families will benefit.

Kruse said he supports early learning because much brain growth happens in the first few years.

Tomorrow, September 15, the St. Joseph Safety and Health Council will host a free car seat safety check at Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm—child safety technicians will review installations for proper fit and recall status.

The Micro Wrestling Federation will perform at Good Times Event Center—located at 3414 South 22nd Street—in St. Joseph on Sunday, September 21, with the show running from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The team, known from a national reality show and TikTok fame, has been entertaining audiences since 2000.

The third annual St. Joseph Marathon is scheduled for two weeks from today and registration has drawn runners from over 20 states as well as local enthusiasts aiming to complete a lifelong goal.

Officials say the event will offer a full marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k and a relay race—each providing options for different skill levels.

Toddler Time at the Library

9:15-9:45 a.m. — St Joseph Public Library, Downtown Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts designed for toddlers aged 1-3 years.

St. Joseph Marathon

7 AM – 1 PM — Civic Center Park — Registration required — Experience the scenic full, half, 10K, and 5K marathon routes through St. Joseph, showcasing landmarks and community spirit.

PumpkinFest 2025

5 PM – 5 PM — Pony Express National Museum — Free entry — Celebrate autumn with live entertainment, carnival rides, and the spectacular lighting of the Great Pumpkin Mountain.

St. Joseph Women’s Expo

10 AM – 4 PM — St. Joseph Civic Arena — $5 – $7 — Explore wellness, DIY projects, and a keynote on stress while enjoying shopping and furry friends.

Books, Beers, & Boos

5-7 p.m. — St. Joseph Public Library, Downtown Library — $50 — Enjoy an evening of spooky fun with books, beer, and a festive atmosphere after hours.

Donut Dash 2025

8-10 a.m. — Patee House Museum — $35 adults, $15 kids 12 and under — Celebrate the 10th anniversary with a timed 5K+ featuring delicious Gold-N-Glaze donuts.