Bricks 4 Kidz summer camps use LEGO Bricks to teach STEM concepts. Motorized and 3-D model builds and crafts are featured in these exciting programs, which are for kids 5-12. The camps will be held at Hope Christian Church- enroll at www.bricks4kidz.com/stl-metroeast, or call 618-218-5590. July 29- Aug. 1: Movie Making 101 9 am- Noon,…
Immanuel Lutheran Church, 522 S. Church Street, Waterloo, hosts its 11th annual rummage Friday and Saturday, August 2-3. The sale takes place both days from 7:30-1 p.m. both days with plenty of items large and small available. All proceeds benefit the church's preschool and youth ministries.
The Zoar United Church of Christ, 9103 D Road in New Hanover, will host its annual BBQ from 4-7 p.m. Aug. 3 with pork steak and brat plates. Entertainment will be provided by George Portz and his Friends of Bluegrass. There will also be a country store with homemade items for sale, a pie auction…
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Tipton hosts its annual auction and chicken plate dinner this Sunday, Aug. 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The church is located at 5675 LL Road.
August 9, 2019 - "Night at the Museums - The Thunder and Lighting Cloggers of Southern IL" will make a return appearance to perform in the History Museum's Allscheid-Metzger Gallery. More information TBA
Columbia Mayor Kevin Hutchinson and other local elected officials are participating in a “Slumber Pawty” to benefit Helping Strays on Aug. 10. Sponsored by Purina, more than 200 animal lovers will spend the night in a shelter animal’s kennel in an effort to raise money. To donate toward this cause, go to mightycause.com/story/Electedofficialscare. For those…
We are putting on a Jukebox Bingo Night for the Millstadt Fire Department. The Fire Department are in need of new air tanks. They have 20 expiring this year, all funds from this event will go to them being able to purchase these new bottles. Event will be held at the Millstadt VFW on August…
Randy’s Double R Bar, 107 S. Main Street, Waterloo, hosts its annual block party this Saturday, Aug. 10, starting at 5 p.m. It will be the last show for The Father Jack Band. Cheers!
The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce continues its free concert series this Sunday, Aug. 11 with The Billy Barnett Band performing at the courthouse bandstand in Waterloo from 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Come learn about solar power, how it works, how Illinois is encouraging the growth of solar power, and how you can save money on your utility bills while working to protect the environment. Grow Solar Metro East, led by the non-profit Midwest Renewable Energy Association in partnership with Metro East municipalities, provides these free, no-obligation…
August 15, 2019, 7:30 P.M. - "The Bud Light Brigade - 35 Years and Still Going Strong!" Dennis Knobloch will take you marching through the history of The Bud Light Brigade - the group that has been entertaining crowds for the benefit of others for 35 years. Long before this group comes into view, their…
Lots of kids' clothing, baby equipment, household items; also adult clothing, furniture, etc. Nothing is priced but donations for children's missions in India will be appreciated.
The Waterloo Homecoming is this Friday and Saturday Aug. 23 and 24 with a theme of “Agriculture Past & Present.” Both days will feature food and cold drinks as well as kids rides. On Friday, the Waterloo Municipal Band will play from 7-8 p.m. with Tim Berg and the Kurtz Family Band playing from 8…
Children's clothing, playpens, toys, etc., plus household items and furniture. No prices, just accepting monetary donations for children's missions in India.
The Waterloo Optimist Club is hosting its 17th annual 5K competitive run and 5K fun walk this Friday Aug. 24. All proceeds go to visit local youth programs. The race begins at 8 a.m. at Rogers Elementary School with free food provided before and after the race. Registration is $25. For more information or to…
The Waterloo Homecoming is this Friday and Saturday Aug. 23 and 24 with a theme of “Agriculture Past & Present.” Both days will feature food and cold drinks as well as kids rides. On Friday, the Waterloo Municipal Band will play from 7-8 p.m. with Tim Berg and the Kurtz Family Band playing from 8…
The WHS Band Parents will be holding their ninth annual flea market Labor Day weekend at the Monroe County Fairgrounds in Waterloo. The flea market will be held 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 31 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 1. Call 618-444-7630 or email leofulton@ymail.com for more information.