Events

Memorial Day is a holiday we as Americans take time to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. There will be several ceremonies to honor those who died in the area on Monday, May 29. In Waterloo, a ceremony will be held on the Monroe County Courthouse grounds beginning at 11 a.m. There will be…

The annual Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament is Thursday, June 1, at Mystic Oak Golf Course in Waterloo. Registration is at noon for a 1 p.m. shotgun start, followed by dinner and awards at 6 p.m. Cost is $500 per four-person scramble team. For more details or to register, call 618-939-5300 or email chamber@htc.net.

Clifftop presents a Full Moon Hike this Saturday evening, June 3, at Paul Wightman Subterranean Nature Preserve, 3325 G Road, Fults. Starting at 8 p.m., come out and enjoy a moonlit stroll along the ADA accessible trail, gather around a bonfire, roast a marshmallow, or make a s’more and enjoy the evening. No reservations are…

The Gateway Two-Cylinder Club will hold its 30th annual Antique Tractor Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4 at the Monroe County Fairgrounds. Opening ceremonies are at 10 a.m. In addition to tractors on display and a tractor parade, there will be a military vehicle display,  blacksmith demonstration, live music and a raffle…

The annual Maeystown Plein Air Paint Out is this Saturday, June 10, throughout the village. Registration is from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the mill museum. A map of possible locations will be given to everyone at the time of registration.  There is no fee to attend. The Paint Out is open to anyone who enjoys painting…

The Monroe County Farm Bureau, U of I Extension and local 4-H and FFA organizations are sponsoring a “Farm to Store” event this Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waterloo Schnucks location, 150 Waterloo Commons. The event will feature activities for the kids, including a petting zoo, “walking tacos” and…

The Be Like Jenny Cornhole Tournament will be held at Hank & Lilly’s Fountain Inn, 1912 Fountain Road, Valmeyer, beginning at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 11. Cost is $40 for each two-person team. To register, text Kyle at 618-830-5156. For more details, search #BeLikeJenny on Facebook.

The Hot Rods for Heroes Car Show is Sunday, June 11, on Main Street in Columbia. Proceeds benefit Monroe County BackStoppers. For more information, call or text 618-691-8229, email hotrodsforheroesmoco@gmail.com or visit Hot Rods for Heroes on Facebook. • Awards to the Top 20 & 10 Specialty Awards • Register at 208 Rapp St. Columbia,…

The History Museum of Monroe County presents “The Minnie Pearl Tribute Show by Laurene Taylor” at 1:30 p.m. this Saturday, June 24. The colorful program features “Minnie” humor, poetry and her famous country songs included. Grab your hats and enjoy some Minnie Pearl moments from the Grand Ole Opry.

Jefferson Barracks Park, 345 North Road West, St. Louis, will host a JB Blast celebration this Friday, June 30. Gates open at 5 p.m. The event features a concert at 7 p.m. and fireworks at dusk. There will also be a “food truck row” with treats for sale. For more information, search “JB Blast” on…

St. Michael's Catholic Church in Paderborn hosts its annual homecoming this Saturday, July 1, on the parish grounds, 4576 Buss Branch Road, Waterloo. There will be an all-you-can-eat chicken dinner from 3-7 p.m. and quilt/cash bingo beginning at 6 p.m. There will also be raffles for great prizes including a hand-stitched quilt, $500 cash, pressure…