Family events in Cuba, MO

A festive Halloween gathering at Lucky Clover Campground features campsite decorating, trick-or-treating, and other spooky surprises. More details will be shared soon.

Onondaga Cave State Park is presenting a nighttime stargazing series featuring astronomy enthusiast Joe Parish, who sets up in the visitor center parking lot with a high powered telescope for public viewing. Participation is free, and no sign up is required. A telescope will be available, and visitors are welcome to bring their own viewing gear. If skies do not cooperate, programs scheduled earlier in the season will shift by one week, while the final program will be canceled. For updates on any changes, check the park’s Facebook page or the Park and Site Status Map.

Get into the Halloween spirit with a hands-on beading class at Heartland Arts in Steelville, MO. For $10, participants will create two decorative beaded spiders to take home. Children may attend when accompanied by an adult. To reserve a place, contact Sheila Schreider at shesk9krazy@gmail.com or 573-578-9597, as space is limited.

A welcoming youth chess club guided by Dr. Selden Trimble, a Missouri Chess Association Hall of Fame inductee and former mathematics professor emeritus at Missouri S&T. He has coached and mentored players from elementary and secondary schools to the university level. Newcomers and beginners are encouraged to take part, and chess boards are provided. Recommended for all ages.