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Maeystown Spring Art Show
Maeystown Spring Art Show
The Maeystown Spring Art Show takes place March 27-28, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day in the Preservation Society Rock Mill and Museum and ballroom of the Corner George Inn. This year’s show features the works of Barb Schrieber. For more information, call 618-580-5875 or email marciabraswell@gmail.com.
Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner in Hecker
Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner in Hecker
Cluck on over to Hecker Community Center, 230 E. Washington Street, for a Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or until sold out. Dinner includes a half fried chicken, corn, green beans and mashed potatoes with gravy for $11. No substitutions.
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Good Friday fish fries
Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo is offering drive-thru fish plates, fish by the pound and chicken strip plates this Friday, April 2. Visit annbriar.com/barandgrill/ for more information. Dupo Fire & EMS also hosts a Good Friday Fish Fry starting at 11 a.m. at the fire station, 501 Columbia Road. This event is pick-up only, with…
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Millstadt Fire Department BBQ
Millstadt Fire Department BBQ
We’ve got some exciting news!! Not only is this Saturday our Annual Easter BBQ, but someone special will be there too!! While you are waiting in line for some BBQ, come say hi and grab a safe and socially distanced photo with the Easter Bunny!! Last year he had to come to you, but this…
Meat shoot in Columbia
Meat shoot in Columbia
The Sons of the Columbia American Legion host a spring meat shoot this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Post 581 grounds, 375 E. Locust Street, Columbia. Food and drink will be available for purchase. For more information, call 618-281-5556.
“Camp Waterloo – The Civilian Conservation Corps in Monroe County”
“Camp Waterloo – The Civilian Conservation Corps in Monroe County”
April 3, 2021, 1:30 P.M. – “Camp Waterloo - The Civilian Conservation Corps in Monroe County” presented by Ron Stellhorn. Among those hardest hit by unemployment during the Great Depression were young men ages 18-24. At the same time America’s soil and forest resources were dwindling. To deal with these crises, President Franklin Roosevelt’s New…
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Easter Sunrise Service
Easter Sunrise Service
Concord Presbyterian Church will be hosting its Easter Sunrise Service on April 4, beginning at 6:35 am at the William Zimmer Park. Immediately following will be a Continental Style breakfast. Everyone is welcome!
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WSC bonus fish fry
WSC bonus fish fry
The Lenten fish fry season is over, but the Waterloo Sportsman’s Club has announced they will have a bonus fish fry on Friday, April 9. Call 618-458-9927 to order or visit waterloosportsmansclub.org for more information.
Rotten Easter Egg Hunt
Rotten Easter Egg Hunt
After a year off due to COVID restrictions, the Rotten Easter Egg Hunt takes place Friday, April 9 at Stumpy’s Spirits Distillery, 1727 Centerville Road, Columbia, with food and drink available at 6:30 p.m. The hunt begins at dark. Must be 21 years of age or older to hunt for deals and prizes including gift…
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Southern Illinois Sheep & Craft Festival
Southern Illinois Sheep & Craft Festival
The 35th annual Southern Illinois Sheep & Craft Festival returns to the Monroe County Fairgrounds on April 10. The event will feature spinning, knitting and weaving demonstrations throughout the day, an antique tractor display, local lamb cuts for sale, working sheep dog demonstration and lunch available. For more information, visit mcsheepproducers.com.
Second Saturday and Sunday in Maeystown
Second Saturday and Sunday in Maeystown
Historic Maeystown will continue it’s new tradition of special Second Saturday and Sunday activities on April 10-11 during regular business hours. Activities include a Pop-Up Vendor Fair on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., special music by Alan Brandt and Pastor RJ Morgan Saturday from 1-2 p.m., a featured dreamsickle Italian soda, chair massages…
Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Virtual Trivia Night
Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Virtual Trivia Night
The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Virtual Trivia Night is this Saturday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m. The family-friendly event will take place through Zoom. There is a limit of 10 people per team and there will be a maximum of 500 total trivia players, so sign up now at enjoywaterloo.com under “Events.” Cost is $10…
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Second Saturday and Sunday in Maeystown
Second Saturday and Sunday in Maeystown
Historic Maeystown will continue it’s new tradition of special Second Saturday and Sunday activities on April 10-11 during regular business hours. Activities include a Pop-Up Vendor Fair on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., special music by Alan Brandt and Pastor RJ Morgan Saturday from 1-2 p.m., a featured dreamsickle Italian soda, chair massages…
The Trophy Mules – Open Air Concert Series
The Trophy Mules – Open Air Concert Series
The Trophy Mules, featuring R-T editor Corey Saathoff, will be playing the Open Air Concert Series at The Grandel, 3610 Grandel Square, St. Louis, April 11 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For tickets, call 314-534-1111.
MSC spring meat shoot
MSC spring meat shoot
The Maeystown Sportman’s Club will hold a spring meat shoot this Sunday, April 11 beginning at noon. Food and beverages will be available. No sleeve guns or swedge barrels will be allowed. There will also be attendance prizes and 50/50 drawings. COVID restricts apply and prizes will be awarded as gift certificates for the cuts…
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Waterloo K of C BBQ
Waterloo K of C BBQ
Waterloo Knights of Columbus Council 1334 is hosting a BBQ this Saturday, April 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Rural King parking lot. The menu includes ribs, pork steaks, bratwursts and pulled pork with sides and cold drinks. Credit card payments are accepted.
Dog walk for Helping Strays
Dog walk for Helping Strays
Fast Fitness in the Loo and Team BOLD are hosting a community dog walk this Saturday, April 17 to raise money for Helping Strays. The walk begins at 9 a.m. at 405 Front Street in Waterloo. Cost is $10 for one dog and $5 for each additional dog. Money will be collected the morning of…
Dieterich Bank Shred Day!
Dieterich Bank Shred Day!
Help protect yourself from identity theft! Bring any documents that contain any personally identifiable information - such as old bank statements, tax returns, bills, receipts, credit card applications and outdated medical records - to be safely shredded! AND, while you’re here enjoy coffee and donuts on us! Limit 4 boxes per person. This event is…
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Prairie du Pont VFD BBQ
Prairie du Pont VFD BBQ
A Prairie Du Pont Volunteer Fire Department BBQ is this Sunday, April 18 at 2117 Short Street, East Carondelet. They will be serving racks of ribs, pork steaks, hotdogs and homemade sides, carryout only from 10 a.m. until they run out of food.
Gibault Women’s Club Poker Run
Gibault Women’s Club Poker Run
The Gibault Women’s Club is hosting a poker run this Sunday, April 18. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., with the ride to start at noon from Triple Lakes Tavern. Jeeps, motorcycles and cars are welcome to participate. Stops as part of the poker run are Fountain Inn, Lisa’s Market Street Grille in Prairie du Rocher,…
Columbia 21st Century Lions Club Meat Raffle
Columbia 21st Century Lions Club Meat Raffle
A Columbia 21st Century Lions Club Meat Raffle at Hank & Lilly’s Fountain Inn, 1912 Fountain Road, Valmeyer, begins at noon April 18. There will be over 60 “meat rounds” and lots of extras. Food will be provided by the Blue Jays Football Organization and live music will be performed by The Taste Buds. For…
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Pet CBD & Wellness Expo
Educational Seminars Looking to learn more about the medicinal values of CBD or the proper dosage for your pet? The Expo will feature speakers covering all aspects of the Pet CBD world. Product Demonstrations Gain insight on the cutting edge of the Pet CDB industry through product demonstrations. Pet CBD Products, Treats & Brands 50,000…
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church rummage sale
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church rummage sale
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 227 N. Good Haven Street in Columbia will hold a rummage sale this Saturday, April 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church basement. Masks and social distancing are required. There will be a $5 per bag bargain special all day unless items are otherwise marked. Proceeds benefit…
Girl Scouts “Operation: You’re Not Alone”
Girl Scouts “Operation: You’re Not Alone”
The Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois will be performing Operation: You’re Not Alone this Saturday, April 24. If you can donate items to help residents of nursing home and long-care facilities, leave items in a bag on your front porch by 9 a.m. and local Girl Scouts in Waterloo and Valmeyer will pick up the…
Drug Take-Back Day
Drug Take-Back Day
The Monroe County Coalition for Drug-Free Communities will be holding its regular Drug Take-Back Day on April 24. The coalition will be accepting all unneeded or expired prescription drugs at the Walgreens in Waterloo and Columbia from 10 a.m. to noon. There are no questions asked regardless of what unwanted prescriptions someone drops off.
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Baebler Educational Farm Nature Adventures Day
Baebler Educational Farm Nature Adventures Day
Baebler Educational Farm, 4028 JJ Road, Waterloo, will hold a Nature Adventures Day on April 25 from 1-4 p.m. Enjoy an outdoor, socially distanced day with the family exploring nature. Guided hikes through the woods will be at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Bird branding demonstrations will be at 2 and 3 p.m. Bring a kite…
MASC auditions
MASC auditions
Monroe Actors Stage Company will be holding auditions at noon April 24 and 1 p.m. April 25 for the new comedy “How Did This Happen?” at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 522 S. Church Street, Waterloo. The performance dates are June 25-27. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Masks and social distancing guidelines will…
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WHS Band Parents Flea Market
The Waterloo High School Band Parents' 12th annual Flea Market takes place this Saturday, May 1, at the Monroe County Fairgrounds in Waterloo from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be inside and outside sales as well as a concessions stand. Email leofulton@ymail.com for…
Valmeyer Community Yard Sale
Valmeyer Community Yard Sale
The Valmeyer Community Yard Sale is this Saturday, May 1, from 8 a.m. to noon. There will be a map available at Mike’s Service and Convenience Store the morning of the sale. A map will also be posted to the village’s Facebook page on April 30. If you would like your address and yard sale…
Boy Scout BBQ
Boy Scout BBQ
Troop 323 BBQ at Rural King Parking Lot 9:00 til ?? Pork steak plates (beans and potato salad) 2 Bratwurst plates (beans and potato salad) Pork Steak Sandwiches Bratwurst on bun Meat provided by Schneider's Quality Meats in beautiful Waterloo Illinois
Antique Pop-Up Market in Maeystown
Antique Pop-Up Market in Maeystown
Historic Maeystown will sponsor an antique “Pop-Up” market May 1 and 2, from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. each day. The market will take place by the creek on the outside grounds of the Preservation Society Mill and Museum. This small event will feature several metro area antique dealers each day. Masking and social distancing…