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Open Houses | Catholic Schools Week
Open Houses | Catholic Schools Week
To help kick off Catholic Schools Week, Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic School, 217 W. Third Street, Waterloo, is hosting an open house this Sunday, Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 939-7217 for more information. Immaculate Conception School in Columbia is also hosting an open house from noon to 2 p.m. on…
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Taste of the Region at Gibault
Taste of the Region at Gibault
Another night of food, beverages and fun is in store at the eighth annual Taste of the Region event this Saturday, Feb. 2 at Gibault Catholic High School in Waterloo. Taste of the Region features area restaurants and local food and alcohol vendors for samplings. The event begins at 5 p.m. Musical entertainment will be…
Free concert in Columbia
Free concert in Columbia
Sponsored by the Eppinger Foundation, a free concert will be performed by indie-pop band Woodrow this Saturday, Feb. 2 at the Columbia American Legion Hall. Woodrow is a band from Madison, Wisc., that features Columbia native Connor Brennan. Doors open at 6 p.m., with Woodrow to perform at 7 p.m.
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Quilt/cash bingo in Hecker
Quilt/cash bingo in Hecker
St. Augustine Catholic Church in Hecker is hosting its annual "Big Game Quilt/Cash Bingo" event Sunday, Feb. 3 at Hecker Community Center. Fried chicken and pork sausage plates will be served starting at 10:30 a.m., with bingo set to begin at 1:30 p.m. There will be attendance prizes, raffles and a pot of gold drawing.
Poker tourney in Valmeyer
Poker tourney in Valmeyer
A Texas hold ‘em card tournament to benefit the Valmeyer Junior American Legion and 12U Patriots baseball teams takes place this Sunday, Feb. 3, at St. Mary’s Parish Center in Valmeyer. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., with the Texas hold ‘em tourney starting at 1 p.m. Watch the NFL’s championship football game starting at 5:30…
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Chicken and Beer Dance | Columbia Quarterback Club
Chicken and Beer Dance | Columbia Quarterback Club
The Columbia Quarterback Club hosts its annual chicken dinner and beer dance this Saturday, Feb. 9 at Turner Hall, 211 E. Cherry Street. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with music performed by Joe Dirt from 7-11 p.m. Cost is $30 per person, which includes all the chicken and draft beer you can eat and drink.…
Winter Concert | WHS
Winter Concert | WHS
The Waterloo High School music department will perform its Winter Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7 in the WHS auditorium. The concert will open with the WHS Jazz Band, which will play swing, funk and latin tunes. Featured soloists with the jazz band are Emma Kramer, Cole Hume, Eden Stratton, Joe Grant, Alex Marquardt,…
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Daddy-Daughter Dance | Hope Christian Church
Daddy-Daughter Dance | Hope Christian Church
Hope Christian Church, located just south of Columbia, hosts its “Night to Remember” daddy and daughter dance this Friday, Feb. 8 from 6-8:30 p.m. There will be music, games and Cinderella-themed carriage rides. Tickets are $10 per person. Call 939-9089 or visit hopeforhim.com for more information.
Love One Another Banquet
Love One Another Banquet
This year, Concord Presbyterian Church's Love One Another Banquet will be on February 8 beginning at 7 pm. Both Chicken Marsala and Roast Beef will be served through Mission Catering. The evening will be highlighted with good wholesome entertainment as well as ample time for fellowship. This event is for everyone, not just couples. The…
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
Monroe Actors Stage Company presents the dark comedy musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on stage Feb. 8-10 and 15-17 at the Capitol Theatre in Waterloo. The meek flower shop assistant Seymour pines for co-worker Audrey. During a total eclipse, he discovers an unusual plant he names Audrey II, which feeds only on human flesh and…
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‘Loss of a Spouse’ Seminar | The Beacon
‘Loss of a Spouse’ Seminar | The Beacon
“Loss of a Spouse” is a two-hour seminar for people grieving a spouse’s death. It will take place from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 at The Beacon, 718 N. Market Street, Waterloo. The voluntary cost is $5 to attend. The seminar features a video with practical, encouraging advice from counselors, pastors and widowed men…
Hunting for Conservation | Clifftop
Hunting for Conservation | Clifftop
Did you know that much of the organized support for wildlife in America comes from hunters and the hunting community? They pay taxes for guns & ammunition, fees for licenses, tags and permits and make donations to hunting organizations. If you are interested in learning more about how modern hunting has saved our wildlife from…
Chicken and Beer Dance | PDR Fire Department
Chicken and Beer Dance | PDR Fire Department
The Prairie du Rocher Fire Department will host a chicken and beer dance Feb. 9 at the Prairie du Rocher American Legion Hall. Advance tickets are $20 and are on sale at Lisa’s and Buena Vista Bank. Cost is $25 at the door. Wear your best 1980s outfit that won’t gag anyone to the moon…
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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
Monroe Actors Stage Company presents the dark comedy musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on stage Feb. 8-10 and 15-17 at the Capitol Theatre in Waterloo. The meek flower shop assistant Seymour pines for co-worker Audrey. During a total eclipse, he discovers an unusual plant he names Audrey II, which feeds only on human flesh and…
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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
Monroe Actors Stage Company presents the dark comedy musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on stage Feb. 8-10 and 15-17 at the Capitol Theatre in Waterloo. The meek flower shop assistant Seymour pines for co-worker Audrey. During a total eclipse, he discovers an unusual plant he names Audrey II, which feeds only on human flesh and…
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Community Shred Day | State Bank of Waterloo
Community Shred Day | State Bank of Waterloo
State Bank of Waterloo hosts a free Community Shred Day from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 16, at their North Pointe Branch on Route 3 in Waterloo.
Trivia Night | Waterloo Sportsman’s Club
Trivia Night | Waterloo Sportsman’s Club
Waterloo Sportsman’s Club hosts its annual trivia night this Saturday, Feb. 16 on the club grounds located at 4903 Sportsman Road. Doors open at 6 p.m., with trivia set to begin at 7 p.m. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. Cost is $10 per person with teams of six to eight…
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
Monroe Actors Stage Company presents the dark comedy musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on stage Feb. 8-10 and 15-17 at the Capitol Theatre in Waterloo. The meek flower shop assistant Seymour pines for co-worker Audrey. During a total eclipse, he discovers an unusual plant he names Audrey II, which feeds only on human flesh and…
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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ | MASC
Monroe Actors Stage Company presents the dark comedy musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on stage Feb. 8-10 and 15-17 at the Capitol Theatre in Waterloo. The meek flower shop assistant Seymour pines for co-worker Audrey. During a total eclipse, he discovers an unusual plant he names Audrey II, which feeds only on human flesh and…
Pork Chop Dinner | Waterloo FFA
Pork Chop Dinner | Waterloo FFA
The Waterloo FFA and Alumni host their annual Pork Chop Dinner and Labor and Silent Auction to help kick off National FFA Week this Sunday, Feb. 17 in the Waterloo High School cafeteria. Dinner is served at 5 p.m., followed by an auction at 6 p.m. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages…
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Trivia Night | St. Paul UCC
Trivia Night | St. Paul UCC
St. Paul United Church of Christ in Columbia hosts a trivia night at Turner Hall in Columbia this Saturday, Feb. 23. Doors open at 6 p.m., with trivia to begin at 7 p.m. Cost is $80 per team of up to eight players. Attendees may bring their own food, but no outside drinks are allowed.…
Chicken and Beer Dance | Hecker Community Center
Chicken and Beer Dance | Hecker Community Center
Hecker Community Center hosts its annual Chicken and Beer Dance this Saturday, Feb. 23, from 8 p.m. to midnight. Cost is $15 per person to attend. Music will be provided by Freefall starting at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. No outside beverages will be allowed. For reservations or more information, call 618-473-2970.
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Wurstmarkt | SPPCS
Wurstmarkt | SPPCS
The Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic School cafeteria and gym in Waterloo will be the site of a Wurstmarkt all-you-can-eat sausage dinner with cash and quilt bingo this Sunday, Feb. 24. The dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with both dine-in and carry-out available. Bingo begins at 1:30 p.m. in the…
Bingo | St. John the Baptist Red Bud
Bingo | St. John the Baptist Red Bud
A quilt/cash bingo benefit in support of the Newman Catholic Student Center at Southern Illinois University Carbondale takes place this Sunday, Feb. 24, at St. John the Baptist Parish Center, 515 Locust Street, Red Bud. Doors open at 11 a.m., with bingo set to start at 1 p.m. Attendees may bring their own daubers. There…
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Quarter Auction | WHS Band Parents
Quarter Auction | WHS Band Parents
Vendors for a Cause will host a Quarter Auction to benefit Waterloo High School Band Parents at 7 p.m. March 1 at the Waterloo VFW. Each paddle is $5, and extra paddles can be earned. Email vhohnbaum@gmail.com. All funds will support the Marching Bulldogs for uniforms, upkeep, competition and parade fees, snacks, camp and more.
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Doris Rippelmeyer 90th Birthday Party
Doris Rippelmeyer 90th Birthday Party
A 90th birthday open house for Doris Rippelmeyer takes place this Saturday, March 2, from 2-5 p.m. at Waterloo Country Club, 131 Country Club Lane.
Waterloo Chamber Annual Social
Waterloo Chamber Annual Social
The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce hosts its Annual Social this Saturday, March 2, at Camp Wartburg, 5705 LRC Road. Sponsored by First National Bank of Waterloo and Heartland Travel, the social will feature a fiesta theme. There will be Mexican food, live music and games. Cost is $35 per person. Call 939-5300 to RSVP or…