Picnics, fall events, fish fries, concerts & more on calendar in southwestern Illinois
Noon Thursday, Sept. 9, is the deadline to appear in next week’s What’s Happening. We must receive your event in writing with a contact phone number for questions. Due to the large number of submissions, events may run only one time in print, will be edited and appear in the week before the event date. For the week’s full list of events, visit bnd.com.
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Events
▪ Alton Expo 2021 — 5-10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, through Sunday, Sept. 12. Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Drive, Alton. Five days of fair food, games, rides and live entertainment. riversandroutes.com
▪ Light Up the Great River Road Fireworks Display — Approximately 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9. Along the Mississippi River in Alton and Grafton. Fireworks will launch from Landmarks and Henry streets in Alton and from Grafton Lighthouse Park in Grafton. For more information, including additional events during the evening: riversandroutes.com/light-up-the-great-river-road
▪ Homestead Harvest Days — 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10; 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; Sept. 11 and Sunday, Sept. 12. Louis Latzer Homestead, 1464 Old Trenton Road, Highland. facebook.com/Homestead-Harvest-Days-310502105709041
▪ Library Book Sale — 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11; and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. Mascoutah Public Library, 3 W. Church St., Mascoutah. Everything is $1 on Friday, 50 cents on Saturday with children’s books two for 25 cents, and $3 per brown bag of books on Monday. Admission is free. 618-566-2562.
▪ St. Joseph Parish Picnic — 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, and Saturday, Sept. 11. Parish Grounds, 11 N. Alton St., Freeburg. Live music both nights. Fish fry on Friday, chicken dinner on Saturday. Quilt bingo at 6 p.m. Saturday. Sponsored by St. Joseph Catholic Church - Freeburg. 618-539-3209.
▪ Shiloh Homecoming Picnic — 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 10, and 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Sept. 11. Shiloh Community Park, 1 Park Drive, Shiloh. Food and refreshments. Live entertainment includes a performance by George Portz and His Friends of Bluegrass 6-8 p.m. Friday. Fireworks on Friday at dusk. Free and open to the public.
▪ St. Luke’s Rummage Sale — 6-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 11. St. Luke Parish Center, 226 N. Church St., Belleville. Admission is $5 on Friday, free on Saturday.
▪ Community Parking Lot Sale — 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. American Legion Post 365, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. Sale open to the public. facebook.com/events/230363308998674
▪ Parking Lot Rummage Sale — 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Union United Methodist Church, upper and lower parking lots, 721 E. Main St., Belleville. Benefits church missions.
▪ Sharon’s Ride Run Walk 2021 — 8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Gateway Grizzlies Ballpark, 2301 Grizzlie Bear Blvd., Sauget. Includes face painting, games, obstacle course, playing ball on the field, balloon making, music, 15K bike ride, 5K run and 1-mile walk. Lunch included. Sponsored by Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois. 618-236-2181, info@spilepsysil.org or efgreatersil.org.
▪ Troy Harvest Fest — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Troy Tri-Township Park, 410 Wickliffe St., Troy. Includes food and drinks, music, games, fishing and cornhole tournaments, bounce houses, craft bazaar, cake walk and more. tritownshippark.org
▪ Kay Weber presents Craft and Vendor Show 2021 — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, and Sunday, Sept. 12. Belle-Clair Expo Center, 200 South Belt East, Belleville. More than 100 exhibitors and includes home decor, vintage crafts, Halloween decor, door prizes, and more. Admission: $3. Free parking. 618-233-0940.
▪ 5th annual Bacon Fest — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. West First Street, O’Fallon. Two blocks in downtown O’Fallon are closed down to host this fundraiser for veterans. Streets are lined with sales and crafts vendors. Food vendors and live music. Presented by VFW Post 805. facebook.com/events/3059473034309851
▪ Valley View Cemetery Fall Clean-Up — Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Valley View Cemetery, Edwardsville. Volunteers will need to bring gloves, brooms, blowers, weed whackers, rakes and favorite tools. Garbage bags and water supplied. Rain date: Sept. 19. Check in at 11:45 a.m. at the cemetery office at 1564 Lewis Road, Edwardsville. 618-980-9095.
▪ Silas Savory 618 Wingfest Competition — Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. 1011 Restaurant and Tapas, 1011 W. Main St., Belleville. A family-friendly indoor/outdoor event featuring 25 different vendors, live music, raffles and more.
▪ Pints in the Park — Noon to 8 p.m. Saturdays. Tower Grove Park, Roman Pavilion, 4378 Northwest Drive, St. Louis. At this Schlafly Beer pop-up beer bar, guests can enjoy a variety of seasonal and classic Schlafly beers. Food trucks from 3-6 p.m. Live music 1-5 p.m. Free to attend. A portion of the beer proceeds will benefit Tower Grove Park. schlafly.com
▪ History Museum of Monroe County: ‘Legends of the Past’ — 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. History Museum of Monroe County Allscheid-Metzger Gallery, 724 Elaine Drive, Waterloo. Marilyn Kinsella will share adventure stories about Native American cultures including Skunny Wundy and Whistling Tsonaqua.
▪ Living History Days: A Chautauqua with Teddy Roosevelt and Friends — 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. City Park, corner of Vandalia (Route 157) and South Buchanan streets, Edwardsville. The event features music, food, drinks, live entertainment, children’s activities and more. Free admission. 618-656-1294 or madcohistory.org.
▪ O’Fallon Sportsmen’s Club Meat Shoot — 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. O’Fallon Sportsmen’s Club, 1024 Scott Troy Road, O’Fallon.
▪ Mobile Secretary of State Event — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14. Maryville District Office, 35 Executive Plaza Court, Maryville. Includes drivers license or state ID renewal/correction, license plate renewal stickers, organ donor registration. Hosted by Sen. Rachelle Crowe. For more information: SenatorCrowe.com.
▪ Dierbergs Mega Hiring Event — 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15. DoubleTree Hotel, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road, Chesterfield, Missouri. Learn more about Dierbergs’ opportunities, benefits and perks, and up to a $500 hiring bonus with an on-the-spot interview. Our team of Recruiters will be onsite and ready to chat with you about our available part-time, full-time and management positions. We’re filling positions at all 25 Dierbergs locations, plus our Central Kitchen, Corporate Office and upcoming new store in Lake St. Louis. dierbergs.com/hiring-event
▪ 10th annual Wine for Whiskers Fundraiser — 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16. The Weingarten, 1780 E. Illinois Route 15, Belleville. This fundraiser for the Belleville Area Humane Society will include live music, a silent auction, raffles, food, libations and the premiere of the Whiskered Whiskey Bourbon Tasting sponsored by The Reserve. Tickets are limited, cost $60 each and can be purchased online at bahspets.org/wineforwhiskers.
▪ Camp MEHS Fundraiser — Noon Saturday, Sept. 18. At-home event. The Metro East Humane Society has decided to host Camp MEHS, an at-home fundraiser, in place of their signature Woofstock fundraising event due to the rise in COVID-19 cases. Camp MEHS will feature a take home “camp” kit for families, including crafts, food and drinks for both children and adults, as well as goodies for pets. The kits can be delivered within Edwardsville or picked up at the MEHS Edwardsville shelter from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17. For tickets and information: mehs.org/events/camp-mehs-2.
Games
▪ Metro Cribbage Club — 6 p.m. Thursdays. American Legion Post 365, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. For more information, contact Yvonne Bright, 618-344-1521 or ybrightmail@gmail.com.
▪ Euchre — 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. Smithton Senior Center, 711 S. Main St., Smithton. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Only store bought, individually wrapped items can be brought for snacks. Water and soda available for purchase. Questions call 618-791-8769 or 618-698-3785.
Theater/Concerts
▪ Free Movie Event: Pixar’s ‘Soul’ — 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9. Millstadt Library, 115 W. Laurel St., Millstadt. Family-friendly event good for all ages. Bring your own bottled beverages. Popcorn provided. Mask and social distancing guidelines will be followed. 618-476-1887.
▪ Julian Velard — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Tickets start at $15. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com
▪ Monroe Actors State Company presents ‘Watch on the Rhine’ — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, and Saturday, Sept. 11, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. Monroe Actors State Company, 202 S. Main St., Waterloo. Tickets start at $10. For more information and additional performance dates: masctheatre.org.
▪ Opera Edwardsville — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. City Park, 101 S. Buchanan St., Edwardsville. A celebratory concert featuring top talent performing operatic highlights. The outdoor concert is free and open to the public. Audiences are encouraged to bring chairs and picnics. operaedwardsville.org
▪ Maeystown Creekside Concerts: George Portz & Friends of Bluegrass — 4-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Downtown Maeystown. Includes Thunder & Lightning Cloggers, fiddler Lillian Roever. Free and open to the public.
▪ Concert in the Park: Troy Community Band — 7-8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Firemen’s Park, 300 Donk Ave., Maryville. Free and open to the public.
▪ Dakota Pagan: In Concert — 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Tickets start at $15. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com
▪ The Trophy Mules — 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. Old Herald Brewery & Distillery, 115 E. Clay St., Collinsville. Corey and Josh acoustic. facebook.com/events/586578579370805
▪ Folk & Bluegrass on the Hill — 1-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. American Legion Post 199, 58 S. Illinois 157, Edwardsville. Featuring George Portz & His Friends of Bluegrass, Silver Creek Bluegrass Band, Paul Jarvis - Willie Nelson tribute artist, Ruby Pearson - 14-year-old country singer. Free and open to the public.
▪ Nicole Atkins with special guest Lizzie Weber — 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Tickets start at $20. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com
▪ Golden Anniversaries: A Discussion Series on the Films of 1971 – ‘Klute’ — 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. Online event. With her Oscar-winning turn in “Klute,” Jane Fonda reinvented herself as a new kind of movie star. Bringing nervy audacity and counterculture style to the role of Bree Daniels — a call girl and aspiring actor who becomes the focal point of a missing-person investigation when detective John Klute (Donald Sutherland) turns up at her door. To sign up for the discussion or to find streaming options, visit cinemastlouis.org/klute-joseph-m-schuster.
▪ The Samples — 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Tickets start at $40. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com
▪ St. Louis Symphony Orchestra: Kishi Bashi — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17. Powell Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis. Singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kishi Bashi makes his way to Powell Hall by way of SXSW and Austin City Limits for his SLSO debut. The genre-bending artist combines indie pop, folk and classical with an electric presence on stage earning acclaim across the country from the likes of Ben Folds and more. For tickets and information: slso.org.
▪ The Sheldon ‘Picnics on the Plaza’: Uncle Albert — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17. The Sheldon’s Steward Family Plaza, 3648 Washington Blvd., St. Louis. Veteran St. Louis band Uncle Albert has showcased midwestern blues throughout the region since its founding in 1991. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test (within 48 hours of entry to event) required for patrons ages 12 and older. For tickets and information: thesheldon.org.
▪ Dancing in the Street: The Music of Motown — 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18. Powell Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis. Experience the magic of Motown with the SLSO and special guest vocalists performing timeless hits by Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, The Temptations and more. Hear smooth harmonies for a night you won’t forget. Groove to the staples of Motown that will keep you dancing in the aisles. For tickets and information: slso.org.
Club News & Support Groups
▪ National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwestern Illinois (NAMI SWI) — 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Online via Zoom. Virtual support meetings for family members and other caregivers of individuals with mental illness. Meetings are peer-led and rely on the knowledge and experiences of the group to help one another. Registration is required in order to receive the link to these meetings. For more information or to register, contact Pat Rudloff at silverlining6@charter.net.
▪ Stitchin’ in the Stacks — 2-4 p.m. Fridays. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. Do you like to knit? Crochet? Embroider? Whatever your passion, gather and socialize with others who share your interest, and perhaps pick-up a few tips and tricks as you work on your own creations. Please bring your crafting supplies. This is a self-directed program; there is no instructor. Snacks allowed. glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Marine Historical Society – 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. Marine Township Senior Citizens Center, 101 W. Silver St., Marine. Open to the public. All are welcome.
▪ Metro East Real Estate Investors Association Meeting — 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. American Legion Collinsville, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. In-person meeting. CPA Tim Elafros will talk about ways to reduce IRS taxes this year and also how the proposed changes in the 2022 tax laws could affect real estate investors. Admission is free. metroeastreia.com
▪ Heartlinks Grief Center Workshop — Noon Tuesday, Sept. 14. Heartlinks Grief Center, 5110 W. Main St., Belleville. Online event. A virtual workshop with information on both losing someone due to COVID and losing someone during the pandemic. There will be hints and tips on dealing with this special kind of loss and a Q&A with a Heartlinks Grief Counselor. Register at https://bit.ly/3sSsw9S.
▪ GriefShare Seminar/Support Group — 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 7. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Conference Room, Lower Level, 1300 Beltline Road, Collinsville. A helpful, encouraging seminar for people grieving the death of a loved one. Featuring practical suggestions and reassurance through video interviews with counselors, grief experts and others. There are 14 total sessions; join any time. Cost: $15 for the workbook. For information or to register: 618-344-3151 or lcookparishnurse@charter.net.
▪ Parents of Addicted Loved Ones — 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Online via Zoom. The PAL group provides education, support and hope to family members and loved ones of someone who has an addiction of substance use disorder. If you would like to join the teleconference, please call/text 618-567-6095 or email craigloddeke@yahoo.com. palgroup.org
▪ O’Fallon Sunrise Rotary Meeting — 6:45 a.m. Wednesdays. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon and via Zoom. 618-210-8156 or ofallonsunriserotary.org
▪ Bible Study Fellowship — 9:30-11 a.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Sept. 15. St. Matthew Methodist Church, 1200 Moreland Drive, Belleville. Morning class includes classes for newborn through Pre-K. We will be studying the gospel of Matthew through April. 618-520-8357 or 618-593-4104.
▪ O’Fallon Senior Citizens Club — 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15. O’Fallon Senior Center, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. Business: birthdays, raffle drawing. The drawing for the quilt will take place. 618-401-7588.
▪ Freeburg Class of 1969 Celebration — 5-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. Freeburg Sportsman’s Club, 770 Old Fayetteville Road, Freeburg. Event is invitation only for members of the class of 1969 and their guests. Fun, food, coffee and cake provided. Bring your own beverages. Cost: $8 per person. Register by Sept. 15. Contact Bonnie Beinart Hall, 608-215-3194 or tartanbonnie@gmail.com.
Farmers Markets
▪ Swansea Farmers Market — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays. Rural King parking lot, 2801 N. Illinois St., Swansea. Fresh local produce, baked goods, unique handmade crafts and more. facebook.com/SwanseaFarmersMarketInc
▪ Monroe County Farmers Market - Columbia — 3-6 p.m. Thursdays. Schnucks parking lot, 100 Columbia Center Drive, Columbia. facebook.com/monroecountyfarmersmarket
▪ Sparta Farmers Market — 2-5 p.m. Fridays. Broadway and St. Louis streets, Sparta. facebook.com/farmersmarketspartail
▪ Millstadt Farmers Market — 3-6 p.m. Fridays. Millstadt VFW, 200 Veterans Drive, Millstadt. Plants, produce, baked goods, kettle corn, honey, eggs, crafts, bling and a little bit of everything. 618-476-3037 or facebook.com/MillstadtFarmersMarket.
▪ Ste. Genevieve Farmers Market — 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays. 600 Market St., Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. Enjoy a weekly fresh selection of locally produced vegetables, fruits, eggs, honey, canned goods, vinegar, jams, jellies and freshly baked goods. facebook.com/SteGenevieveFarmersMarket
▪ Belleville’s Old Town Farmers Market — 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. South Charles Street at East Main Street, Downtown Belleville. Fresh produce, grass fed beef and other meats, plants, honeys, jams and jellies, crafters, and more. facebook.com/Belleville-Old-Town-Farmers-Market-930383016993451
▪ Monroe County Farmers Market - Waterloo — 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Monroe County Annex parking lot, 901 Illinois Ave., Waterloo. facebook.com/monroecountyfarmersmarket
▪ Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market — 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street, Alton. An abundance of fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, plants and flowers, locally-raised, hormone-free meat, handmade soaps, jewelry, artwork, and more. downtownalton.com or facebook.com/AltonFarmersMarket
▪ Land of Goshen Community Market — 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. 100 St. Louis St., Edwardsville. Open rain or shine. Fresh, locally grown produce, live music and so much more. goshenmarket.org or facebook.com/goshenmarket
▪ Vine Street Market — 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. O’Fallon Station, 212 E. First St., O’Fallon. Locally grown vegetables, flowers, fruits, eggs, cheese and meats. A selection of bakers and sweet treats along with coffee, craft brew beverages and artisans. Live music, patio seating, food truck on site. Bicycle and pet friendly. 618-307-6045, facebook.com/events/2248932021904822 or ofallonstation.com/vine-street-market.
▪ Bethalto Market in the Park — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays. Central Park, 213 N. Prairie St., Bethalto. bethaltomarketinthepark.org
▪ Litchfield Pickers Market — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. 400 N. State St., Downtown Litchfield. Vintage items, antiques, collectibles and more. Live entertainment. facebook.com/litchfieldpickersmarket
Food
▪ O’Fallon Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Fridays. Knights of Columbus Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. Traditional menu of cod available along with hamburgers, hot dogs, pork steaks and additional side dishes. Dine-in and carryout. Credit cards accepted. Orders can be called in at 618-632-6229.
▪ Mascoutah Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Friday, Sept 10. Mascoutah VFW Post 7682, 620 Donaphan St., Mascoutah. Call 618-566-2288 to order.
▪ Swansea Fish Stand – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 216 Service St., Swansea. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and more. Saturday: fried chicken. Open for carryout, call-in and dine-in orders. 618-222-7171. facebook.com/swanseafishstand
▪ Collinsville American Legion Fish Fry — 3-7:45 p.m. Fridays. Collinsville American Legion, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. Curbside delivery and dine-in. Cash or check only. Place a curbside order by calling 618-345-2508. facebook.com/legionpst365
▪ Collinsville Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Fridays. Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Columbus Plaza, Collinsville. Limited menu. Dine in and drive-thru. No call-in orders. facebook.com/KC1712
▪ Highland Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Fridays. VFW Post 5694, 1900 VFW Road, Highland. Fish, chicken, shrimp, sides. Carryout and limited indoor dining. Masks required for customers going through the serving line. No call-in orders. facebook.com/vfwpost5694
▪ Millstadt Fish Fry — 4-8 p.m. Fridays. Millstadt VFW Post, 200 Veterans Drive, Millstadt. Eat in or carryout. Call ahead for carryout. 618-476-1180.
▪ Aviston Legion Fish Fry — 4:30-7 p.m. Fridays. American Legion Post 1239, 601 S. Clinton, Aviston. Cod, catfish, shrimp, chicken strips, fries, baked potato, slaw, applesauce. Dine-in and carryout. 618-228-7311. avistonlegion.com
▪ Glen Carbon American Legion Post 435 Fish Fry — 4:30-8 p.m. Fridays. American Legion Post 435, 190 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. Limited menu of dinners and sandwiches, catfish, cod, Alaskan white fish and chicken strips, slaw and fries. Dinners: $11, sandwiches: $8, sides: $2.50 each. Curbside/Carryout service. 618-288-7119.
▪ Shiloh Eagles Fish Fry — 5-7 p.m. Fridays. Shiloh Eagles 545, 100 Eagle Drive, Shiloh. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and sides. Full menu. Dine-in or carryout available. For carryout, call 618-624-5412.
▪ Albers Legion Chicken Dinner — 4:40-6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. American Legion Post 1026, 600 N. Bertha St., Albers. Menu: ½ chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, slaw, cold mac salad, dessert. Bingo players get $2 off meal. Cost: $12 adults, $5 kids ages 5-12, under 5 free. 618-248-5505.
Reservations Required
▪ Virtual Saturday Morning Yoga — 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Online via Zoom. Get fit and healthy when you join us for an energizing session of yoga with instructor Sarah Hartwig. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org/calendar.
▪ Weekly Sunrise Yoga — 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Kiener Plaza, 500 Chestnut St., St. Louis. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. Sunrise Yoga produced by Gateway Arch Park Foundation and led by Yoga Buzz. Free and open to the public. In-person attendance is limited so pre-registration is required at archpark.org/events/sunrise-yoga. The class will be streamed live at facebook.com/gatewayarchpark.
▪ Adult Zumba w/ Aimee — 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, Youth Room, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. Join us for an evening workout with our very own Zumba Fitness instructor! Come in comfortable exercise clothing and bring a water bottle. Space is limited and masks will be required. Requires Registration. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org/calendar.
▪ Virtual Suicide Prevention Conference — 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. Virtual conference on SIUE campus. This conference, IMPACT Suicide: Making a Change, will provide an opportunity for community members and professionals to learn resources and methods for reducing the number of lives to suicide. Cost to attend: $20. SIUE students attend free. For information or to register: https://bit.ly.3rhOTUJ
▪ Prepared Childbirth Class — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, 1 St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., O’Fallon. This class teaches relaxation techniques, controlled breathing, physical and emotional changes that occur during labor and birth. Pain control options are discussed. Both mother and support person learn how to take an active part in the birth process. Cost: $20. To register, email childbirtheduc@hshs.org.
▪ Beginner Knitting Group with Greta — 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 11 & 25. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. Experience how easy it can be learning to knit through our structured, interactive, social knitting group. Perfect for true beginners or those looking for an easy refresh project. Different intermediate skills will be introduced on a project by project basis. Set up as a 2-day class, with “homework” in between. Please wear a mask. Requires registration. glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Prepared Childbirth Class — 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 14 & 21. HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, 1 St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., O’Fallon. This two-part class teaches relaxation techniques, controlled breathing, physical and emotional changes that occur during labor and birth. Pain control options are discussed. Both mother and support person learn how to take an active part in the birth process. Cost: $20. To register, email childbirtheduc@hshs.org.
▪ Orchard Date Nights: Apple Picking and Hard Cider Sipping — 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16. Eckert’s Farm, 951 S. Green Mount Road, Belleville. Visit Eckert’s for an extra-special evening in the orchard. Start your date night with Eckert’s new signature pumpkin beer from the Cider Shed before taking a tractor ride out to the apple orchard. After picking apples, come back to the Cider Shed to taste a flight of Eckert’s popular four-flavor hard cider line alongside a boxed snack pack to share with your date while listening to live music. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at eckerts.com.
▪ St. Louis Team Hope Walk — 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18. Tilles Park, 9551 Litzsinger Road, St. Louis. Team Hope is Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s largest national grassroots fundraising event. Thousands of families, friends, co-workers, neighbors and communities walk together each year to support HDSA’s fight to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington’s Disease and their families. For information or to donate or register: missouri.hdsa.org/about/st-louis-team-hope-walk
▪ 15th annual HCC STL Foundation Golf Classic — 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22. Norman K. Probstein Golf Course, 6141 Lagoon Drive, St. Louis. Registration and lunch at 11:30 a.m. Dinner at 6 p.m. Cost: $125 per person or $500 per foursome. Includes golf, lunch, dinner, raffles and silent auction. The golf classic is the primary fundraiser for the Foundation’s leadership development program for Hispanic professionals, the Hispanic Leadership Institute. hccstl.com/golf-classic
▪ 11th annual For Kids’ Sake Superhero 5K: A Hybrid Event — 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25. Turley Park, 1010 N. Glenview Drive, Carbondale. Registration starts at 8 a.m.; the race takes off at 9 a.m. All participants can register today, make teams, fundraise in support of kids in Bangladesh, win awards, and wear their best superhero costumes. As a hybrid event, this year’s registrants have the choice to gather at the starting line on Sept. 25 in Carbondale, or run or walk anywhere in the galaxy. Virtual race participants have the option to run or walk the 5K distance anywhere they choose. These participants can track their time and log their results online any time from Sept. 17-25. Registration: $25 for adults; $15 for kids 17 and under. T-shirts guaranteed for all who register by Sept. 12. 618-529-5044 or runsignup.com/Race/IL/Carbondale/ForKidsSakeSuperhero5k.
▪ Race for Rescues 5K and Howl’oween Pet Parade & Costume Contest — 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 17. East Main Street and South High Street, Downtown Belleville. Race starts at 10 a.m. Early bird registration is $25 (T-shirt guaranteed) and ends Sept. 16. Regular registration is $30 from Sept. 17-Oct. 16. Day-of registration is $35. Parade starts at noon. To register for the race or the costume contest: bahspets.org/rfr-hpp.
Blood Drives & Vaccination Clinics
▪ COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic — Noon to 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9. Metro East Worship Center, 1416 Niedringhaus Ave., Granite City. The Pfizer vaccine will be distributed. A second dose will be necessary in three weeks. The vaccine will be available to any Illinois resident age 12 and older. Please bring some form of identification as well as insurance information. However, insurance is not required, and there is no out-of-pocket cost to receive the vaccine. No appointment required.
▪ COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic — 11 a.m to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. SIUE Charter High School, 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., East St. Louis. The Pfizer vaccine will be distributed. A second dose will be necessary in three weeks. The vaccine will be available to any Illinois resident age 12 and older. Please bring some form of identification as well as insurance information. However, insurance is not required, and there is no out-of-pocket cost to receive the vaccine. No appointment required.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — Noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. Caseyville Public Library, 419 S. Second St., Caseyville Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic — 2-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. Global Brew Tap House, 2329 Plum St., Edwardsville. Get the shot, get a free beer. Already vaccinated? Show your card and receive $5 off your purchase. Vaccine type: Johnson & Johnson (one dose; no second shot needed)
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 400 Palmer Road, Columbia. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. NAACP Madison Branch, 1302 Klein Ave., Venice. The Pfizer vaccine will be distributed. A second dose will be necessary in three weeks. The vaccine will be available to any Illinois resident age 12 and older. Please bring some form of identification as well as insurance information. However, insurance is not required, and there is no out-of-pocket cost to receive the vaccine. No appointment required.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 2-6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. LeClaire Christian Church, 1914 Esic Drive, Edwardsville. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 2-7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13. Aviston Elementary School, 350 S. Hull St., Aviston. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14. SIUE Dental, Building 280, Center for Professional Advancement, 2800 College Ave., Alton. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 1-6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14. Knights of Columbus Council 1098, 4225 Old Alton Road, Granite City. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 2-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 304 South St., Collinsville. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 1-7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14. St. Paul UCC - Waterloo, 1st and Main streets, Waterloo. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15. The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Blvd., Alton. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 1-6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15. American Legion Hall, 575 N. Main St., Breese. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 2-6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15. Bethalto Senior Citizens Center, 100 E. Central St., Bethalto. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Worth the Drive
▪ Living History Saturday — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. History comes alive in historic Ste. Genevieve on Saturdays. Enjoy “Hands-On History” presentations, demonstrations, music and craft activities at historic sites. Take a free walking tour or join a Ranger Talk and learn about fascinating aspects of historic Ste. Genevieve. Visitors might be able to try throwing a tomahawk, learn how to make moccasins, watch yarn being spun, or learn how filigree is made. Activities vary weekly. Enjoy the ambiance created by costumed strollers and various musicians and crafters on hand to greet visitors. Come interact with these special presenters. visitstegen.com