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Foster Parent Appreciation Dinner

Cape County Cowboy Church 220 Orchid Ln Oak Ridge, MO 63769

Dinner for our foster parents. Please RSVP to Katie Kiefer (kathryn.c.kiefer@dss.mo.gov) by 04/30/2026 if you will be attending to ensure there is enough food. Training following the dinner by the SEMO Drug Task Force regarding current drug trends.

Kids Fishing Event

Cape Elks Lake 639 Elk Lane, Cape Girardeau

5th Annual Kids Fishing Event for kids who have been or are currently in care. An opportunity for foster parents to bring the kids out for a fun day with fishing, food, and prizes. Please RSVP via email to Katie Kiefer at Kathryn.c.kiefer@dss.mo.gov by 4/30/26.

2nd Annual Child Abuse Prevention Parade and Resource Fair

Missouri State Capital High Street, Jefferson City

The Office of Child Advocate is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Child Abuse Prevention Parade and Resource Fair. The parade will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026 on High Street. The Resource Fair will be from 10am-12pm at the South Lawn of the Capital.