Community Events

Mr. BBQ at Mystic Oak in Waterloo is hosting a special Halloween Gala this Saturday, Oct. 28, starting at 7 p.m. Dress in your best Halloween attire and come have a good time. Call 939-4646 for more information.

The Lutheran church congregations in Columbia, East Carondelet, Freeburg, Millstadt, Renault, Wartburg, and Waterloo invite area residents to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation with them on Sunday, Oct. 29. A special Divine Service will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 522 S. Church Street in Waterloo. The service begins at 3 p.m. Rev.…

Waterloo Trunk or Treat is 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31. Main Street will be closed from Third to West Mill streets as local merchants, church groups and organizations have their trunks decorated and full of treats. Stop by St. Paul United Church of Christ for free chili dogs, pepper bellies, hot cocoa and hot cider. And end your day…

Hosted by Helping Strays of Monroe County, a Poultry and Pilsner Dinner Dance takes place Saturday, Nov. 4, at the Waterloo VFW. Doors open at 6 p.m., with dinner served from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. A DJ will play music at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per person. There will also be silent and live…