See St. Joseph: Women’s Expo, ’12 Angry Men’ and PumpkinFest

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- October is here, and there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend. Whether you’re in the mood for shopping, live theatre or fall fun, it’s time to See St. Joseph.

First up, the St. Joseph Civic Arena is hosting “It’s All About You!” Women’s Expo this Saturday, Oct. 4. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the expo will feature workshops, seminars, shopping, food trucks and even a mimosa and bloody mary bar. Tickets are $7, or $5 with a canned food donation to Second Harvest. For ages 16 and under, admission is free. The event is all about celebrating women’s health, wellness, and community.

Also on Saturday night, the Trail Theatre presents a live performance of '12 Angry Men'. The show begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free; however, donations will benefit Pivotal Point Transitional Housing. Organizers said it’s a chance to enjoy a timeless story while supporting a local cause that helps families break the cycle of homelessness.

Of course, it wouldn’t be October in St. Joseph without PumpkinFest. The three-day festival runs Friday through Sunday at the Pony Express Museum and Patee Park. Families can enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, costume contests and the lighting of Pumpkin Mountain at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Kids will love the parade, petting zoo and free baby pumpkins in the children’s tent.

Make sure you tune in every Thursday for more ways to See St. Joseph.