The annual Maeystown Plein Air Paint Out takes place this Saturday, June 13. Check-in starts at 9 a.m. at the Preservation Society Mill & Museum and the event runs until 2:30 p.m. Anyone who enjoys painting in the open air is encouraged to participate. Pre-registration is required by 8 p.m. Friday, June 12 by emailing…
Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief, in conjunction with the Monroe County Emergency Management Agency will be distributing Keystone disinfectant cleaner to residents and businesses this Saturday, June 20, at the Monroe County Fairgrounds in Waterloo from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents will be allowed up to two gallons and businesses will be allowed up to…
Freeda's on Main at 2071 Main Street in Renault is celebrating the anniversary of its tavern with a patio celebration this Saturday, June 20. Music will be performed by The Pickin' Chicks from 8 p.m. to midnight. For more information, call 618-458-9988 or visit
"Clothing of the 18th Century " will be presented by Karyn Albers and Kim Barber. Women of the 18 Century, much like us, needed clothing for warmth and comfort. And much like us, ideas of warmth and comfort were quickly abandoned when fashion came into play. Clothing played differing roles in the 18th Century be…
Due to COVID-19, Columbia is hosting its annual Music at Metter summer concert series virtually via livestream video. The next event features local band Silverback and will stream live from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, June 28. To view the concert, visit ColumbiaIllinois.com.
Columbia's Resourceful Organization of Women Networking is sponsoring a virtual Fourth of July Bike Parade to replace its annual Independence Day tradition for children due to COVID-19. Participating families may pick up activity bags filled with patriotic bicycle decorations, games and prizes at State Bank (1525 N. Main Street) or La Bella Rosa Boutique (109…
Acorns Golf Links, 3933 Ahne Road, Waterloo, will host the Nutcracker Golf Tourney this Saturday, July 4, at 3 p.m., with music from 3 Amigos at 6 p.m. and a fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. To see details or to sign up, visit Acornsgolf.com. The music and fireworks are free and open to everyone, but…