There are a number of programs planned in observance of Memorial Day this Monday, May 31. Waterloo American Legion Post 747 and Waterloo VFW Post 6504 will use the Monroe County Courthouse grounds from 11 a.m. to noon for its annual Memorial Day program. This year’s observance will be COVID abbreviated with a shortened program,…
Life Community Church, 626 W. Bottom Avenue, Columbia, will hold a grand opening for its new building Friday, June 4 with a ribbon-cutting at 6 p.m., open house from 6-7 p.m. and comedian at 7 p.m. The church, which is also celebrating it’s 10th anniversary this year, will have its first service in the new…
The Bud Light Brigade will have a practice “flash mob” parade June 4 beginning at 7 p.m. at the old Waterloo firehouse on North Main Street and continuing south to First National Bank on South Main Street followed by some “Downtown Waterloo roving music.” They would love to have some encouragement as they get back…
The Great Ladies of Waterloo is hosting a GLOW Community Yard Sale this Saturday, June 5 from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. Registration is $5 for a home listing or $10 if you would like to have a sale in two parking spaces at the commuter parking lot at the intersection of Fourth and Library…
The Maeystown Village Yard Sale will also be held June 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Listings of sale locations will be available at the Maeystown General Store and Around the Corner Coffee the day of the sale. For details, call 618-458-6660 or 618-458-7463.
The 28th annual Antique Tractor Show is this Sunday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Monroe County Fairgrounds. Opening ceremonies are at 10 a.m. with the National Anthem. There will be military vehicle displays, tractor parades, blacksmith demonstrations, “chain in the box” and a “blind man race.” There will also be…
Concordia United Church of Christ, 7600 State Route 163, three miles north of Millstadt, will be having a carry-out only chicken dinner June 6 from 11 a.m. until sold out. They will also have a quilt raffle with tickets for $5 and only 200 being sold. Call 618-476-3377 for more information.
Human Support Services hosts its annual Shine Your Light Gala fundraiser this Friday, June 11 at The Falls in Columbia. Tickets are $100 per person and doors open at 6 p.m. The emcee this year will be FOX 2 personality Tim Ezell. For more information, visit hss1.org.
The Maeystown Plein Air Paint Out is from 9-2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 12. The public is invited to observe throughout the day and view finished paintings at the mill from 2-2:30 p.m. Registration is at the mill from 8:30-9:30 a.m., although pre-registration is suggested by emailing marciabraswell@gmail.com.
Millstadt Sister Cities, in cooperation with Millpond Brewing, will hold a Potato Pancakes and Brat Burgers fundraiser and food drive June 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Millpond Brewing & Incubator, 308 E. Washington Street, featuring potato pancakes and Schubert’s brat burgers. All proceeds from food sales will be donated to the Millstadt…
The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce presents its Downtown Concert Series with a performance by Brad Noe this Sunday, June 13, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Concerts take place on the courthouse bandstand and are free, family-friendly events. For more information, call 618-939-5300.
Columbia’s Music at Metter concerts also resume Sunday, June 13 with the Waterloo German Band performing from 6-8 p.m. at Metter Park, 206 E. Legion Street.
In lieu of the annual Porta Westfalica Festival that was canceled for 2021 due to COVID, Stubborn German Brewing in downtown Waterloo is hosting a Mini-German Festival on Tuesday, June 15 starting at 4:30 p.m. This event takes place in the parking lot behind the brewery at 119 S. Main Street. Music will be performed…
The Zion United Church of Christ - St. Joe BBQ takes place in the parking lot of Rural King on Market Street in Waterloo this Saturday, June 19. Pork steaks, brats, burgers and hot dogs will be available starting at 10 a.m.
The Waterloo Fire Department Annual Golf Tournament is this Saturday, June 19 at Annbriar Golf Course. Cost is $400 per team, which includes cart, lunch and dinner. There is a noon sign-in with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. To reserve your space or for more information, call 618-741-0471. There will also be longest drive and…
Do you like to help people and save lives? Then this volunteer role may be for you. The American Red Cross has a need for volunteers in your community. Join us online via Teams (or by phone) to learn the many ways you can help your local community at our next Virtual Volunteer Fair. During…
Zoar United Church of Christ – New Hanover, located at 9103 D Road, will have live music this Friday, June 25 in the new church hall. RJ Morgan and Alan Brandt will be providing free music from 7-9 p.m. Come listen to the music, dance or just join in fellowship with family and friends. Soft…
Monroe Actors Stage Company performs a production of the comedy “How Did This Happen?” with shows this Friday through Sunday, June 25-27, at Gibault Catholic High School in Waterloo. Showtime is at 7 p.m. all three nights, plus a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. Tickets are $10 per person and may be purchased by calling 618-939-SHOW…
June 26, 2021, 1:30 P.M. – “Clothing of the 18th Century” will be presented by Karyn Albers & Kim Barber”. Women of the 18th century, much like us, needed clothing for warmth and comfort. Again, much like us, ideas of warmth and comfort were quickly abandoned when fashion came into play. Clothing played differing roles…
The St. Louis Metro Polka Club is hosting a dance featuring Butch’s Polka Kings this Sunday, June 27 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. at Turner Hall, 211 E. Cherry Street, Columbia. The dance is open to the public and admission is $7 at the door. For more information, call 618-977-9102.
Join us for a Charity Car Show to benefit Juliana "Ana" Steger at West Park Bowl and Columbia City Saloon. 34 Classes, 50/50 Basket Raffles, and a portion of all food and beverage sales will be donated to the family. Registration is from 8AM to 12PM. $20 to show $10 to display. Dash plaques to…
A Pre-Fourth of July BBQ takes place this Sunday, June 27, at the Millstadt VFW from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., or until the food runs out. Call ahead to order at 618-476-1180.
The St. Michael’s Catholic Church Picnic is July 3 at 4576 Buss Branch Road in Paderborn, featuring a carry-out fried chicken dinner. Outdoor seating will be available from 3-7 p.m. Masses will be celebrated at 3:30 and 5 p.m. Quilt and cash bingo begins at 6 p.m. There will also be a raffle for cash…