The Hecker Quasquicentennial Kickoff Banquet takes place Saturday, Jan. 4 at Hecker Community Center.
The event begins at 5 p.m.
Music will be performed by The Three Amigos (5:30-7:30 p.m.) and Kentucky Straight (7:30-11:30 p.m.).
Dinner will be served at 6 p.m., with a special presentation at 7 p.m.
Cost is $25 per person for ages 18 and up or $20 for those ages 9-18. Kids ages 8 and under are free. Cost includes dinner, draft beer/soda and a souvenir glass.
Tickets are available at the Monroe County Clerk’s Office in the courthouse and also at Back Street Wine & Dine, Hecker Village Hall (Thursdays from 6-8 p.m.), St. Augustine’s Catholic Church and Midland States Bank in Waterloo and Smithton.
Table reservations may be made by calling 618-473-2300.
Special 125th anniversary souvenirs are also available at Hecker Village Hall.