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CHS presents ‘Nevermore’
Columbia High School presents “Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe” with performances March 24-27. Tickets are $9 for students or $12 for general admission and can be purchased at actorsattic.square.site or at the door. Presented by State Farm agent Mitch Essert, Friday’s performance will be broadcast live at broadwayondemand.com.
Bingo in PdR
Bingo in PdR
Bingo will be held at the Prairie du Rocher American Legion, 509 Henry Street, this Sunday, March 27 beginning at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. with early bird games at noon and 12:45 p.m. Proceeds will benefit PDR’s 300th birthday celebration.
Maeystown Spring Art Show
Maeystown Spring Art Show
The Maeystown Spring Art Show, featuring the works of Columbia artist Vincent Koepp, takes place this Saturday and Sunday, March 26-27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The show takes place inside the Preservation Society Mill and Museum in Maeystown. There is no admission charge for the show, which is sponsored by Historic…
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Vietnam Veterans Day program
Vietnam Veterans Day program
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is Tuesday, March 29, and the City of Waterloo is hosting a special program to mark this occasion at 10 a.m. in front of the Monroe County Courthouse near the bandstand. The public is invited to attend to honor and “welcome home” those who served during the Vietnam War era.…
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Dark Hollow Bluegrass Festival
The Dark Hollow Bluegrass Festival is April 1-2 at 6518 Brand Lake Drive, Waterloo. The two-day event features a dozen bluegrass bands. A $30 donation is suggested for the whole day Saturday, and kids under 12 are free. Music begins at noon. There will be food for sale by Leah’s Eats. Friday is a suggested…
Fish Fry Friday
Fish Fry Friday
Fish fry season is in full swing around the county. Below are a few options to satisfy your lent appetite. Garden Place of Waterloo, 735 Columbia Avenue, will hold a fundraiser fish fry this Friday, April 1, from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $10 per plate and includes fish or grilled cheese and two sides. Proceeds…
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Dark Hollow Bluegrass Festival
The Dark Hollow Bluegrass Festival is April 1-2 at 6518 Brand Lake Drive, Waterloo. The two-day event features a dozen bluegrass bands. A $30 donation is suggested for the whole day Saturday, and kids under 12 are free. Music begins at noon. There will be food for sale by Leah’s Eats. Friday is a suggested…
Rummage sale at St. Paul’s in Columbia
Rummage sale at St. Paul’s in Columbia
The St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Youth Group Rummage Sale is Saturday, April 2 at the church, 626 W. Bottom Avenue, Columbia. The rummage sale will be from 8 a.m. until noon. The group is accepting donations March 31 from 4-8 p.m. and April 1 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the church. They can…
Brewery collectibles show in Belleville
Brewery collectibles show in Belleville
Waterloo native and local history collector Randy Huetsch will be one of more than 200 exhibitors at the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds and Expo Center, 200 S. Belt East, Belleville, this Saturday, April 2 during the Eastside Spectacular, the Midwest’s largest breweriana show. The show is free from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with free parking and…
Walk for Autism in Millstadt
Walk for Autism in Millstadt
There will be a Walk for Autism in Millstadt this Saturday, April 2 beginning at noon. The event will feature an autism educational walk through the village park, food trucks, beverages, ice cream, bubble bus, music, bounce house, gift bags and more. Cost is $20. Proceeds benefit the Millstadt Parks for inclusive playground equipment Register…
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Red Bud Industries manufacturing night
Red Bud Industries manufacturing night
Red Bud Industries will host a manufacturing night from 5-7 p.m. April 4 at its headquarters, 200 B&E Industrial Drive, Red Bud. The open house and job fair is for parents, students, job seekers and the community to tour the plant and speak with RBI managers, engineers and machine operators. RSVP by calling 618-282-3801 or…
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Fish Fry Friday
Fish Fry Friday
There are only two more weeks of fish fry season left. Below are a few options to satisfy your lent appetite. The Valmeyer Knights of Columbus will continue fish fries this Friday, April 8, at the St. Mary Church Hall, 116 W. Woodland Ridge. Fish will be served from 4-7:30 p.m. with dine-in or carry…
“The Wizard of Oz” at Gibault
“The Wizard of Oz” at Gibault
Students of Gibault Catholic High School present “The Wizard of Oz” April 7-10. Performances are April 7-9 at 7 p.m. with a April 10 matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $9 for students. Admission for children ages 3-6 is $7. Tickets may be purchased at actorsattic.square.site.
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Hartmann Turf & Tractor customer appreciation
Hartmann Turf & Tractor customer appreciation
Hartmann Turf & Tractor, 3550 Douglas Road, Millstadt, is kicking off lawn and garden season with a customer appreciation event this Saturday, April 9, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit hartmannturf.com for more details.
Sheep Festival in Waterloo
Sheep Festival in Waterloo
The Southern Illinois Sheep and Craft Festival takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. this Saturday, April 9, at the Monroe County Fairgrounds in Waterloo. A lamb lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with carry-out or dine-in options available The show and exhibit area features a wide variety of sheep…
Valmeyer FFA greenhouse opens
Valmeyer FFA greenhouse opens
The Valmeyer FFA greenhouse opens this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The greenhouse will be open weekdays from 3-4:30 p.m. Hanging baskets are $9 each or three for $25. They also have flower and vegetable bedding plants available for purchase. For more details, call 618-935-2100 ext. 102 or visit the Valmeyer FFA Facebook page.
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Valmeyer School House Museum opens
Valmeyer School House Museum opens
The Valmeyer Community Heritage Society Monroe City School House Museum at 321 S. Cedar Bluff Drive is now open Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Stop by to see what’s new in 2022.
“The Wizard of Oz” at Gibault
“The Wizard of Oz” at Gibault
Students of Gibault Catholic High School present “The Wizard of Oz” April 7-10. Performances are April 7-9 at 7 p.m. with a April 10 matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $9 for students. Admission for children ages 3-6 is $7. Tickets may be purchased at actorsattic.square.site.
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Good Friday Fish Frys
Good Friday Fish Frys
The Waterloo VFW Metzger-Crook Post 6504 and Auxiliary, will have an all-you-can-eat buffet on Good Friday, April 15, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Cost is $17 for adults and $8 for children ages 4-12. Kids age 3 and under eat free. The buffet features cod, walleye, locally grown catfish, shrimp, chicken strips, meatless spaghetti,…
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V8 Spring Swap Meet
V8 Spring Swap Meet
V8 Speed & Resto Shop, 817 S. Main Street, Red Bud, is holding its Spring Swap Meet this Saturday, April 16 beginning at 8 a.m. The car show and open house will have food by the Bulldogs Wrestling Team. For more information, visit V8 Speed & Resto Shop on Facebook.
Easter egg hunt in Waterloo
Easter egg hunt in Waterloo
The Metzger-Crook VFW Post 6504 Auxiliary hosts an Easter egg hunt for local children ages 0-9 this Saturday, April 16, on the Waterloo VFW grounds at 406 Veterans Drive. Registration opens at 10 a.m., with the hunt taking place at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served from 10-11:30 a.m.
Meat shoot in Columbia
Meat shoot in Columbia
The Columbia Sons of the American Legion Meat Shoot and Whole-Hog Raffle takes place this Saturday, April 16, beginning at 11 a.m. at American Legion Post 581, 375 E. Locust Street in Columbia. Call 618-281-5556 for more information.
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Makanda Mushroom Festival
The second ever Makanda Mushroom Festival, hosted by Flyway Family Farm and local creative, Katherine Accettura, will be held on Earth Day weekend, April 22 - 24, 2022. Gates open at 3 pm Friday April 22 - 3 pm Sunday April 24. This outdoor festival features a variety of expert-led workshops and presentations, guided hikes…
Columbia City-Wide Yard Sale
Columbia City-Wide Yard Sale
Columbia’s City-Wide Yard Sale takes place this Friday and Saturday, April 22-23, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at various locations throughout town. To enter your sale or view or print a list of sales by category, go to skyview.hornershifrin.com/columbiail/sales. On the day of the sale, event organizers say to be a “smart” shopper. The…
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Peterstown House opening day
The Peterstown Heritage Society will have its opening day April 23. They will have tours all afternoon and a concert featuring Tim Berg and the Kurtz Family Band at 7 p.m. Peterstown House, located at 275 N. Main Street in Waterloo, is a restored 1830s building that began as a general store, tavern and inn…
Columbia City-Wide Yard Sale
Columbia City-Wide Yard Sale
Columbia’s City-Wide Yard Sale takes place this Friday and Saturday, April 22-23, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at various locations throughout town. To enter your sale or view or print a list of sales by category, go to skyview.hornershifrin.com/columbiail/sales. On the day of the sale, event organizers say to be a “smart” shopper. The…
Free picker’s mart
Free picker’s mart
There will be a free (yes, FREE!) picker’s mart this Saturday, April 23, from 7:30 a.m. to dusk at 7253 Deer Hill Road, Waterloo (home of Hops and Alpacas). Nothing is for sale. Bring your own bag to pick through a wide variety of tools, barn “schtuff,” collectibles and more. There will be off-road parking,…
Rotary Club of Monroe County Bags Tournament
Rotary Club of Monroe County Bags Tournament
The Rotary Club of Monroe County Bags Tournament is this Saturday, April 23 at the Monroe County Fairgrounds. The double-elimination format contest begins at 1 p.m. with check-in at noon. Cost is $50 per two-person team. Cash prizes are awarded for the top three teams. All proceeds will be used for various community donations. Call…
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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…
Wurstmarkt at Floraville Grange
Wurstmarkt at Floraville Grange
The Floraville Community Grange, located at 4165 Floraville Road, is hosting a whole hog Wurstmarkt this Sunday, April 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. They will be serving drive-thru and carry-out sausage dinners for $13. Sides include mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, green beans and applesauce. Ham hocks will also be available.
Gibault Women’s Club Poker Run
Gibault Women’s Club Poker Run
The Gibault Women’s Club Poker Run takes place this Sunday, April 24, with all Jeeps, motorcycles and cars welcome. Registration opens at 11:30 a.m. at Triple Lakes Tavern, with the ride beginning at noon. Participants turn in their poker hands by 5:30 p.m. at Karban’s Knotty Pines. Purchase hands online at GHS-WomensClub.square.site.
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Shriners Children’s Screening Clinic
Shriners Children’s Screening Clinic
The Monroe County Shriners are hosting a free Screening Clinic for children that may have conditions treated by Shriners Children's. Children will be evaluated and referred to Shriners Children's for treatment if necessary. Since opening our first hospital in 1922, Shriners Children's has been devoted to providing high-quality specialty medical care to the children and…