Columbia American Legion Post 581

A benefit for Jim Bready is still on for May 12 at the Columbia American Legion. Jim bravely fought aggressive bile duct cancer, losing his battle on Saturday. His wife and three children are facing enormous medical bills. The benefit will include a silent auction, barbecue and music. Admission is $5.

The Eppinger Foundation presents a special free concert by the legendary Red Lehr and the Rivermen this Sunday, April 22, at the Columbia American Legion. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the concert starting at 7 p.m. For more information, call 618-660-5790.

A chicken and beer dance takes place this Saturday, April 21, at the Columbia American Legion. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with chicken, fries and slaw served at 6 p.m. Live music will be performed by Chris Murry and the County Line Band from 7 to 11 p.m. Cost is $20 at the door. For…

The Eppinger Foundation presents a free performance by The Big Muddy Dance Company this Saturday, March 10, at the Columbia American Legion Hall. The performance begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 618-660-5790.

The Eppinger Foundation presents a free concert featuring gospel-country-blues singer Layne Victoria this Saturday evening, Feb. 24, at the Columbia American Legion Hall. The concert begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call 618-660-5790.

Monroe County Relay For Life is hosting a "Rock 'N Roll Bingo" event Friday, Feb. 9, at the Columbia American Legion Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m., with bingo set to begin at 7 p.m. There will also be 50/50, heads or trails, basket raffles and cash prizes. Advance tickets are $20, or it is…

Columbia American Legion Post 581 will host a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday inside the legion hall. Post 581 will recognize the families of veterans who were wounded or killed in combat. The featured speaker will be Carla Corzine, who recently moved to Columbia and is a member of the American Gold Star…