Plan your weekend: Art on the Square, Halloween-themed events on southwest IL calendar

Noon Thursday, Oct. 21, 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.

Email: lifestyle@bnd.com. Mail to: Lifestyle, Belleville News-Democrat, P.O. Box 427, Belleville, IL 62222-0427. Questions, call Jennifer Green at 618-239-2643.

Festivals & Halloween Events

▪ 19th annual Art on the Square — 4-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24. Public Square, downtown Belleville. Featuring 90 artists from around the world, includes works in ceramics, glass, mixed media, painting, drawing/printmaking, sculpture, jewelry, fine craft, digital/graphic design, photography and wood. Live entertainment, food and wine court, craft beer and a children’s area with art projects for the kids. Free and open to the public. No pets. artonthesquare.com

▪ Boos & Brews — 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21. St. Louis Union Station, 1820 Market St., St. Louis. Get into the Halloween spirit this year while enjoying the newest offerings from Anheuser-Busch. Enjoy the “Train or Treat” Halloween experience at St. Louis Union Station set up with beverage stations throughout the experience. This 21 and up event is a great way to get into the Halloween spirit this year while enjoying the newest offerings from Anheuser-Busch. For tickets and information: stlouisunionstation.com/BOOS-AND-BREWS.

▪ Call for Help Drive Thru Trunk or Treat — 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. 28 Bronze Pointe N., Swansea. Call for Help’s Sexual Assault Victim Care Unit’s Drive Thru Trunk-n-Treat invites you to make this Halloween memorable for the kids of Swansea and surrounding communities. 618-397-0975 or callforhelpinc.org.

▪ Village of St. Jacob Trunk or Treat — 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Douglas Street, St. Jacob. Participants and volunteers welcome. 618-201-6147.

▪ Halloween Howl 5K & 1 Mile Walk — 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. CMT YMCA, 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville. The 5K begins at 9 a.m. The 1 Mile Walk begins at 9:15 a.m. All ages are welcome. Prizes for the best human and dog costumes. troymaryvillecoc.com

▪ 15th annual Fall Festival for Everyone — 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Cambridge House of O’Fallon, 844 Cambridge Blvd., O’Fallon. The free event includes live music, food trucks, fun and games, arts and crafts, raffle prizes and market vendors. This is an outdoor event with live music from George Portz and Friends of Bluegrass.

▪ Treehouse Wildlife Center Owl Fest — Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, and Sunday, Oct. 24. Treehouse Wildlife Center, 23956 Green Acres Road, Dow. This free, family-friendly event is a combination of a fall festival and open house. The hospital, flight enclosure and rehab buildings will be open to the public. Includes a behind-the-scenes look at the facilities, educational speakers, local environmental organizations, crafts, food, live music, raffle, vendors, kid friendly activities and teddy bear clinic. Accessible parking and shuttle service available. treehousewildlifecenter.com/owl-fest

▪ Haunted Park in Troy Park — 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Tri-Township Park, 410 Wickliffe, Troy. Family-friendly fun for all. Boy Scout Troop 1226 will collect canned goods and non-perishables for Ministries Unlimited in Troy. COVID-safe drive-thru. troymaryvillecoc.com

Events

▪ Wine and Cheese with Rodney Conner — 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21. Cambridge House of O’Fallon, 844 Cambridge Blvd., O’Fallon. Listen to the sounds of jazz with Cambridge House of O’Fallon and Rodney Conner. A raffle drawing will be done during the event. Must be present to win. Goodie bags of wine and cheese will be handed out to attendees to take home. Free to attend. gardant.com/cambridgehouseofallon

▪ Gateway Greening: Growing Garlic and Winter Gardening — 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21. Online via Zoom. Garlic, shallots, the crazy looking walking onion, and winter wheat are a few crops that are true winter crops that aren’t planted until mid-October. We will also discuss season extension techniques to extend your growing season. Come learn how to successfully grow these crops and how you can literally save your own seed so you can grow them year after year. Registration is required. Participants will receive Zoom information via email. Free and open to the public. facebook.com/events/731128524370293

▪ Free Senior Health Fair — 9-11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Red Bud High School Gym, 815 Locust S.t, Red Bud. More than 25 vendors will provide screenings and helpful information for area seniors. Free services include blood pressure screenings and flu shots. No registration or entrance fee required. Attendees encouraged to stop by, enjoy free refreshments and explore the wide array of information and services available for area seniors. Participating vendors will be offering information on a number of topics. Hosted by Sen. Terri Bryant and Rep. David Friess. 618-684-1100.

▪ Bands of America St. Louis Super Regional Championship — 10:15 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, and 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. The Dome at America’s Center, 901 N. Broadway, St. Louis. Sixty talented and dedicated high school marching bands from throughout Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Oklahoma, Ohio, Minnesota, Missouri, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin will compete. For detailed schedule, tickets and other info: marching.musicforall.org/event/stlouissuper21.

▪ Koerner House Restoration Committee Yard Sale — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, and Sunday, Oct. 24. Across the street from Koerner House at 127 Mascoutah Ave., Belleville. An assortment of antiques, collectibles, household furnishings, toys, artwork, mirrors, garden items and much more. Items donated by the public. Priced to sell. Sale to raise funds to replace the rear porch and weatherize the building prior to HVAC installation. 618-235-6471.

▪ Prescription Drug Takeback Day — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Madison County Administration Building, 157 N. Main St., Edwardsville. The event, which is part of the Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) National Prescription Take Back Day, provides a nationwide opportunity for Americans to work together to help prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. The county’s Emergency Management Agency mobile command unit vehicle will also be present for the takeback event.

▪ History Museum of Monroe County: ‘My Quiltworx Journey’ — 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. History Museum of Monroe County, Allscheid-Metzger Gallery, 724 Elaine Drive, Waterloo. Julie Connell’s quilting journey began with her introduction to Quiltworx-Paper Piecing Process and designs by Judy Niemeyer. Connell will share her experiences with her first Quiltworx attempt, followed by a quilt trunk show featuring several of Judy’s unique quilt designs. monroecountyhistorymuseum.org

▪ National Great Rivers Research and Education Center Bat Talk — 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27. NGRREC Field Station, 1 Confluence Way, East Alton. Each Walk and Talk will include a tour of the grounds and feature an educational discussion highlighting an environmental topic. Free and open to the public. 618-468-2785 or jenryoung@lc.edu. ngrrec.org

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, Oct. 22. 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.

▪ Trivia Night Fundraiser — 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. American Legion, 1022 Vandalia, Collinsville. Doors open at 6 p.m. The night includes 50/50, silent auction and heads or tails. Snacks allowed. Prizes for top three teams. Cost: $120 per table (10 players per table max). Masks required. This event will benefit Angelica Lipham, Executive Director of the Collinsville Food Pantry, who is fighting cancer. RSVP with Barb K. at 618-910-1646 or cfptrivia@gmail.com.

▪ Quail Club Meat Shoot — Noon to dusk, Sunday, Oct. 24. Quail Club, 8303 Concordia Road, Belleville. Meat and pot shots, free bean soup. Public invited. quailclub.com

▪ Holy Family Quilt Bingo — 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24. St. James Gym, 412 W. Washington St., Millstadt. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Hand-quilted queen-size quilts. Raffle baskets, 50/50. Fried chicken dinner, hamburgers, brats available.

▪ Holy Family Men and Women’s Club Trivia Night — 6 p.m. (doors open) Friday, Nov. 5. Holy family Gym, 109 Church St., Cahokia. Bring your own food. Beverages for sale. Raffle baskets, table decorating contest. Cost: $10 per person or $100 per table. For reservations: 618-337-7842 or 618-779-6000.

Theater/Concerts

▪ Live at Powell Hall: Revolution: The Music of The Beatles: A Symphonic Experience — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Powell Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis. Prepare for a multimedia experience with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra as they pay tribute to one of the most influential bands of all time. Enjoy new renditions of The Beatles’ top hits including “Here Comes the Sun” and “Hey Jude,” rare photos and more. For tickets and information, visit slso.org.

▪ Steven Brinberg Is Simply Barbra — 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Steven Brinberg entertains with his live vocal and comic impression of Barbra Streisand. Additional performances Oct. 23 & 24. Tickets start at $35. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com

▪ Masterworks Chorale — 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24. Art on the Square Main Stage, downtown Belleville. A free 45-minute performance featuring Broadway Pops favorites such as “Blue Skies,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Mister Sandman” and many more classics. singmasterworks.org

▪ Southern Illinois Homecoming Gospel Choir — 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24. First Baptist Church, 10401 Lincoln Trail, Fairview Heights. Featuring singers and musicians from across Southern and Central Illinois, the two-hour concert program will include soloists, duets, trios and quartets. Free admission. 618-397-4720 or ilhomecominggospelchoir.com.

▪ Fall Instrumental Concert featuring Kaskaskia College Concert and Jazz Bands — 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26. Jane Knight Auditorium, Kaskaskia College, 27210 College Road, Centralia. Conducted by Cliff Jourdan. Seating is limited. Masks required. Free and open to the public. kaskaskia.edu

▪ Melissa Bishop — 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Tickets start at $5. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com

▪ An Hour of Passion. And Her Friends. Female Illusion and Drag — 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. No cover. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com

▪ The Twangadours: Twang On! — 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28. Blue Strawberry Showroom & Lounge, 364 N. Boyle Ave., St. Louis. Tickets start at $12. Vaccination required for entry. bluestrawberrystl.com

Clubs & 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

▪ Unchartered Waters: Navigating Grief in the Time of COVID — 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 25. Heartlinks Grief Center, 201 N. Church St., Belleville. An in-person workshop on coping with grief due to COVID or during the pandemic to provide support and education to anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. Attendees will learn how grief has changed in the face of this pandemic and some coping strategies to help with their grief. Registered attendees will receive a small gift card for lunch as a thank you for attending. Registration required by Oct. 24. 618-234-4410, ext. 7044.

▪ 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. 618-210-8156 or ofallonsunriserotary.org

▪ Bible Study Fellowship — 9:30-11 a.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 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.

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

▪ 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

Food

▪ BBQ, Blues & Brews Fundraiser — 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21. Keystone Place at Richland Creek, 1050 Fountain Lakes Drive, O’Fallon. Menu includes pork steak, baked beans, potato salad and cookie, all for $8. Cash bar with beer, wine and soft drinks available. Live music, car cruise, raffles and more. Proceeds benefit O’Fallon Police, Fire Rescue and EMS Explorer Programs. Guests encouraged to bring lawn chairs to this outdoor event.

▪ O’Fallon K of C 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, Oct. 22. 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 (baked or fried), 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.

Reservations Required

▪ Virtual Saturday Morning Yoga — 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. 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.

▪ My Garden Restoration: A Personal Journey — 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. Life presents challenges in all areas of our lives, even impacting the favorite hobby of Gardening. What to do when the question becomes do I restore my garden OR do I give up and convert to turf? Speaker Lisa Dean, Illinois Master Gardener, reveals the challenges of Garden Restoration in two parts: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, followed by Moving Forward. Registration required. glencarbonlibrary.org

▪ Virtual Evening Flow Yoga — 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27. Online via Zoom. Classes are suitable for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces traditional yoga postures, teaches you how to breathe, and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Instructed by Anne Hughes. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org/calendar.

▪ Adult Zumba w/ Aimee — 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28. 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.

Blood Drives & Vaccination Clinics

▪ COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Touchette Regional Hospital, 5900 Bond Ave., Cahokia Heights. COVID-19 vaccines will be available to ages 12 and up. The Pfizer vaccine will be distributed. A second dose will be necessary in three weeks. Open to the public. No appointment required. Bring some form of identification as well as insurance information. Insurance is not required; there is no out-of-pocket cost to receive the vaccine.

▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25. Mater Dei High School, 900 N. Mater Dei Drive, Breese. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 3-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25. Webster Elementary School, 108 W. Church St., Collinsville. 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. Tuesday, Oct. 26. First Baptist Church, 320 Covington Drive, 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, Oct. 27. Turner Hall, 211 E. Cherry St., Columbia. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

▪ Red Cross Blood Drive — 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28. Civic Memorial High School, 200 School St., Bethalto. 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. Thursday, Oct. 28. Red Bud Elementary School, 200 W. Field Drive, Red Bud. Appointments recommended but not required. To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

Worth the Drive

▪ Fourth Friday Art Walk — 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. Historic Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. On the fourth Friday of the month, participating shops and galleries in historic downtown Ste. Genevieve extend their hours into the evening and provide a festive atmosphere for a stroll through downtown to view the artwork and creativity on display in local galleries, shops and restaurants. visitstegen.com

▪ Living History Saturday — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. 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

▪ River-to-River Trail Society Hike: Ferne Clyffe State Park, Johnson County — 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Meet at the parking lot near the main waterfall trailhead. This hike is intended for people in good health who have done some hiking. The descent to the floor of Jackson Hollow can be rugged and tricky, so hiking sticks and boots or sturdy shoes are strongly recommended. All participants will be expected to sign a waiver of liability. Hikers should bring their own water and a snack. No dogs, please. rivertorivertrail.net

▪ Rural Heritage Day — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Felix Valle State Historic Site, 198 Merchant St., Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. A celebration of history, reverie and reminiscence dedicated to the hardworking founders of Ste. Genevieve. See how it used to be done – whether it’s farming, cooking, spinning, lace making, leather working, soap making, wood carving, gardening or good old-fashioned games. Free and open to the public. mostateparks.com/event/89951/rural-heritage-day

▪ Déjà vu Spirit Reunion — 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Ste. Genevieve Memorial Cemetery, 35 N. Fifth St., Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. A family-friendly living history program that provides visitors with an intimate look into the lifestyles and happenings in Missouri’s oldest town during the late 18th and 19th centuries. You’ll tour the cemetery via lantern light and chat “face to face” with friendly spirits clad in traditional dress and enjoy a hauntingly good time. missouri2021.org/portfolio/deja-vu-spirit-reunion

▪ Southern Illinois Pagan Alliance 2021 Samhain Ritual — 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Giant City State Park, Shelter 4, 235 Giant City Road, Makanda. The gathering starts at 3 p.m. with a meet and greet to follow at 5 p.m. In lieu of a potluck, please bring finger food snacks. The ritual starts at 6 p.m. As always, SIPA rituals are free. All ages, and well-behaved children and pets, are always welcome. SIPA will be following state and CDC guidelines as far as COVID-19. All event details subject to change. facebook.com/events/1468398480210450 or sipagan.com

▪ 8th annual Peterson Photography Lecture Series: ‘Diverse Parallel Views: An Exhibition and Lecture by John and Rosemary Nagel’ — 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27. St. Louis Community College-Meramec, Social Science 105 (in-person or live streamed), 11333 Big Bend Road, St. Louis. Reception 6-7 p.m. in the Art Gallery, Humanities East, Room 133. Featuring John and Rosemary Nagel presenting their unique points of view through photography. Free and open to the public. https://stlcc.edu/about/foundation/peterson-lecture-series.aspx