Indoor activities, events arrive with cooler temps. Make your plans for the weekend
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Events
▪ Dierbergs Hiring Event — 2-6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3. All Dierbergs locations. Candidates are invited to learn more about the full- and part-time, seasonal and permanent opportunities with the company. Candidates will have the chance to interview, meet store managers, and receive on-the-spot offers to join the Dierbergs Team. Dierbergs.com/Hiring-event
▪ Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 4. Tri Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. Book donations accepted during the sale and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 618-667-2133.
▪ eWaste Drive — 9 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov. 5. Tolle Lane parking lot near Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey. Most items will be accepted for free, providing community members with a secure, Earth-friendly option for discarding used electronics. For more information, contact L&C Director of Sustainability Nate Keener at 618-468-2782 or nkeener@lc.edu.
▪ Dandy Dancers Square Dance — 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Caseyville Township Senior Center, 10001 Bunkum Road, Fairview Heights. Enjoy an evening of fun and good exercise. Want to learn? Ask about lessons. 618-954-3487 or 618-566-8752.
▪ The First Ladies of St. Louis Health Equity Seminar — 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Greater Grace Church, 3690 Pershall Road, Ferguson, Missouri. A day of wellness with free screenings and vaccines that include breast, prostate and colorectal cancer screenings, mammograms, healthy heart and diabetes screenings, flu vaccinations and COVID-19 boosters. For more info or to reserve a spot: https://bit.ly/3zzmfo0.
▪ Jensen’s Little Heart Rummage Sale — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey. L&C Nursing is coordinating a Rummage Sale to help the Harris family cover medical bills for their infant son. Jensen Harris is the 3-month-old son of Elyzabeth and Chris Harris, of Brighton, and grandson of L&C Nursing Professor Tracy Colburn, also of Brighton. facebook.com/lewisandclarkcc
▪ Schlafly Beer Full Moon Festival — 3-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Schlafly Bottleworks, 7260 Southwest Ave., Maplewood, Missouri. Celebrate the pending Beaver Full Moon (Nov. 8) with seasonal Schlafly beers, roasted pigs from local farmers, bonfires, live music, and the annual Chili Cook-Off featuring acclaimed local St. Louis chefs. More more info: schlafly.com.
▪ Día de los Muertos Festival & Celebration — 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis. Enjoy altars that represent a variety of Latin American cultural traditions, live music and dance performances, an art display, food and drink vendors, a procession through the park, and more. Family zones will offer face- or arm-painting for kids, arts and crafts, storytelling in Spanish, and other activities. 314-746-4599 or mohistory.org/dia-de-los-muertos.
▪ Belleville Main Street Art & Wine Walk — 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Registration at Abe’s Gourmet Popcorn, 101 E. Main St., Belleville. Enjoy an evening sampling a wide variety of wine while viewing local art and listening to live music in downtown Belleville. Rockets are $35 in advance, $40 at the event. bellevillemainstreet.net
▪ Fishing and Night Hike Program — 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Pere Marquette State Park, 13112 Visitor Center Lane, Grafton. Meet at the Visitor Center for an educational program on fish and fishing. Following the talk, young kids can fish at the bluegill pond on site. At 7:30 p.m. is the program on owls and other creatures heard at night. Following this program is a night hike to listen for owls and other night sounds. Refreshments and drinks provided. 618-786-3323.
▪ William M. BeDell Achievement and Resource Center 41st annual Dance and Auction — 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Knights of Columbus Hall, 1713 Stamper Lane, Godfrey. Tickets to the dance are $20 per person. Fried chicken, beer and soda will be provided. Those who attend are free to bring appetizers, side dishes or dessert. Entertainment will be provided by DownRight DJs. For tickets: 618-251-2175 or bedellarc.org.
▪ St. Louis Jewish Book Festival — 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, through 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13. St. Louis Jewish Community Center, 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis. The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival is an annual celebration of authors, books, and ideas during early November, with additional author events year-round. The range of author topics is vast: business, cooking, economics, family, fiction, history, music, religion, sports, and more. For tickets and full schedule: jccstl.com.
▪ Women, Wine & Wardrobes — Noon Sunday, Nov. 6. Regency Conference Center, 400 Regency Park, O’Fallon. A Sunday fun-day to bring women together for fashion, fun and friendship. This day features our Guest of Honor and speaker, Olympian Jackie Joyner Kersee. We are hosting a runway fashion show featuring winter fashion, music, seated luncheon and unique vendors to kick off the Holiday season. To participate: https://bit.ly/3N9ZCwa.
▪ William M. BeDell Achievement and Resource Center 41st annual Dance and Auction — 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Knights of Columbus Hall, 1713 Stamper Lane, Godfrey. Tickets to the dance are $20 per person. Fried chicken, beer and soda will be provided. Those who attend are free to bring appetizers, side dishes or dessert. Entertainment will be provided by DownRight DJs. For tickets: 618-251-2175 or bedellarc.org.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College annual Fall Job Fair — Noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. Belleville Campus Varsity Gym, 2500 Carlyle Ave., Belleville. All job applicants should arrive dressed to impress with plenty of copies of their résumés. The job fair is open to students, veterans, and the public. More than 100 employers will be representing different career fields ranging from healthcare, aviation, technical trades, education and more. 618-235-2700, ext. 5562, or swic.edu/career-services.
▪ HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary Used Book Sale — 1-4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11; and 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, Ungacta Conference Center, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. Sale includes fiction and nonfiction books, children’s books, cookbooks, puzzles, DVDs, CDs and more. Prices for hardback books will be $2, paperbacks are 50 cents, children’s books will be 25 cents and 50 cents, and oversized paperbacks, puzzles and DVDs/CDs are $1. Saturday’s sale is a $3 Bargain Bag Sale. Masks (non-cloth) must be worn in the hospital at all times and social distancing will be observed. 618-651-2592.
▪ Marine Corps Birthday Celebration — 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10. VFW Post 805, 221 W. 1st St., O’Fallon. Cash bar and appetizers at 6 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by a ceremony at 7:15 p.m. One highlight is the celebration of Bob Shultz, 100 years old, who is one of the new remaining World War II Marines still alive today. Every adult is invited who follows the Marine Corps Detachment #74 philosophy of assisting veterans and other individuals in need. Casual dress. There is no charge, but an RSVP is requested. bobbob1@gmail.com
Games
▪ Mahjong — 12:30 p.m. Fridays. PSOP, 201 N. Church St., Belleville. Join the group and play this popular tile game. American version. 618-234-4410, ext. 7034 or ext. 7044. Sponsored by the St. Clair County Office on Aging.
▪ Euchre — 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Smithton Senior Center, 711 S. Main St., Smithton. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Snacks welcome. Water, soda and coffee will be available for purchase. Masks not required. 618-791-8769 or 618-698-3785.
▪ Metro Cribbage Club — 12:30 p.m. Mondays. American Legion Post 365, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. For more information, contact Yvonne Bright, 618-344-1521 or ybrightmail@gmail.com.
▪ BAHS annual Glo Bingo — 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4 and Saturday, Nov. 5. Tribout’s BelleVegas Bingo Hall, 517 S. Illinois St., Belleville. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. both days. Raffle prizes, 50/50s, grab bags, games, music and more. $25 advanced admission. Must be 18+. Proceeds provide hope, healing and homes for countless pets each year. bahspets.org
▪ Holy Family Men & Women’s Club Trivia Night — 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Holy Family Gymnasium, 109 Church St., Cahokia Heights. Doors open at 6 p.m. Table decorating contest, raffle baskets, beverages for sale. BYO food. Cost: $10 per person or $100 per table. For reservations (recommended) call 618-779-6000 or 618-337-7842.
▪ Alton YWCA Southwestern Illinois Trivia Night — 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Best Western Premier Conference Center, 3559 College Ave., Alton. Doors open at 6 p.m. Basket raffles and 50/50 drawings, mulligans, cash bar, snacks. Attendees can bring food. Cost: $25 per person, tables of 8-10. 618-465-7774 or altonywca.com.
▪ Polish American War Veterans annual Turkey Shoot — Noon Sunday, Nov. 6. Polish American War Veterans, 2180 N. 81st St., Caseyville. Various Meat prizes will be available on numerous raffles throughout the day.House Guns are available; 12/16 and 20 gauge shotguns only. 618-398-5040 or facebook.com/PAWVCaseyvilleIL.
▪ Missouri Chamber Music Trivia Night & Silent Auction — 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11. The Heights, 8001 Dale Ave., Richmond Heights, Missouri. Doors open 6 p.m. Enjoy a wide range of trivia categories and wonderful silent auction items. BYO food and drinks. Cost: $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. mochambermusic.org
Theater/Concerts
▪ Triad High School presents ‘Lizzie Borden of Fall River’ — 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, and Friday, Nov. 4. Triad High School cafetorium, 703 US-40, Troy. Tickets: $5 adults, $3 for students and seniors.
▪ Lonestar — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 400 N. Alton St., Lebanon. Not every band has the opportunity to revisit and potentially improve upon their biggest hits. On their forthcoming TEN to 1 record, the award-winning band Lonestar will be taking a fresh look at all 10 of their chart-topping country songs, including “No News,” “Everything’s Changed,” and the beloved global smash “Amazed.” thehett.com
▪ St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra: ‘Fantastica L’Opera’ — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, 210 E. Monroe St., Kirkwood, Missouri. Music of Mozart, Verdi, Bizet, Cilea, Sibelius and others. stlphilharmonic.org
▪ Concert at the Garden’s Stephen and Peter Sachs Museum — 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. The Stephen and Peter Sachs Museum at the Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis. Featuring musicians of HEARDing Cats Collective, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation, promotion, and preservation of intermedia art and non-traditional music. mobot.org/museum
▪ Salute to Veterans Concert — 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Luther Ely Smith Square, Gateway Arch National Park grounds, St. Louis. Honoring the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. military veterans, the program will feature a performance by the Missouri Brass Quintet from the 399th Army Band based at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Free and open to the public. archpark.org/veterans
▪ Perry Biggs Memorial Fiddle Contest and Bluegrass Show — 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Patoka Civic Center, 210 W. Bond, Patoka. Featuring George Portz and Friends of Bluegrass, country singer Caitlyn Richards, Cajun music and more. Cost: $7 adults, $3.50 children. 618-632-1384.
▪ Sheldon Rhythm & Jazz: Veronica Swift — 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Blvd., St. Louis. Up-and-coming bebop and traditional swing vocalist Veronica Swift has already developed an impressive repertoire, performing with a host of jazz luminaries, including trumpeters Wynton Marsalis and Chris Botti, and pianist Benny Green and Michael Feinstein. For tickets and info: thesheldon.org
▪ The George E. McCammon Distinguished Speaker Series: Steve Burns — 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 400 N. Alton St., Lebanon. Steve Burns is an American actor and television host best known as the original host of the long-running children’s preschool television program “Blue’s Clues” from 1996 until 2002. After years of being the face of the much-loved “Blue’s Clues” series, Steve said his goodbyes to Blue in 2001 and went off to college. On stage, he candidly talks about the successes and, more importantly, the failures he has experienced along the way. There may be laughter, and there may even be tears, but this event is sure to be insightful, authentic, and uplifting. thehett.com
▪ Chamber Music Society of St. Louis: ‘The Winds Blow Back’ — 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7. E. Desmond Lee Concert Hall, 560 Music Center, 560 Trinity Ave., St. Louis. Maestro Leonard Slatkin leads CMSSL musicians in music by Dvořák, Gounod and Stravinsky. For tickets and info: chambermusicstl.org.
Clubs & Support Groups
▪ Diabetes Support Group — 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3. Frisse Conference Room, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. Open to those with diabetes and their family members and/or caregivers. The group meets on the first Thursday of each month. Participants will be required to wear non-cloth, medical-grade masks, as masks are still required in health care facilities per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Registration is required. 618-526-5743 or lisa.ketchem@hshs.org to register or for more information.
▪ St. Clair County Genealogical Society — 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3. Online via Zoom. Annual meeting for election of officers for 2023-2024 term. Program: “Hassloch Emigrants to Mascoutah and St. Clair County Environs.” More than 40 families came to Mascoutah from Hassloch, Germany, some as early as the 1830s. Others followed, settling in the fertile land of St. Clair and contiguous counties. Presented by Christine Smith, a native of Hassloch, and David Braswell, German language instructor, historian, and manager of Corner George Inn in Maeystown. The meeting is open to the public, but space is limited. Reservation information is at stclair-ilgs.org/events or facebook.com/STCCGSIL.
▪ A Plethora of Pens — 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. This is an open group for all writing levels and all genres. Different topics every month. This is not a critique group, although there are occasional group crits, mostly to improve the ability to critique others. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome. glencarbonlibrary.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 Women’s Classes — 9:30-11 a.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. St. Matthew Church, 1200 Moreland Drive, Belleville. Morning classes include teaching for newborn through Pre-K. Together with other women, we will be studying the later history of Israel. For info or to register, call or leave a message with Jane at 618-520-8357 or Candy at 618-363-3285.
▪ National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Alvin G. Bohley Chapter 1019 — 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. Eckert’s Belleville, 951 S. Green Mount Road, Belleville. Various health insurance carriers will speak, followed by meeting. All active and retired federal employees are welcome. Speakers/meetings held the second Wednesday of each month except for May and December socials. NARFE remains the go-to resource for the federal community. For information, contact James at jbflat2021@gmail.com or call 618-795-5174.
▪ The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwestern IL (NAMI SWI) — 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. Heights Community Church, 2227 Vandalia, Collinsville and online via Zoom. For family members or other caregivers of someone who has a mental illness. Meetings held the second Wednesday of each month. For information, contact Kelly at kellyjefferson@charter.net or call NAMI at 618-798-9788.
▪ Belleville Community Band — 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays. Belleville Philharmonic Hall, 116 N. Jackson St., Belleville. Currently seeking new members, particularly woodwinds, percussion and tuba. Visit the Belleville Community Band Facebook page for more info.
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, tilapia, catfish, hamburgers, hot dogs, pork steaks and several side dishes. Dine-in and carryout. Credit cards accepted. Orders can be called in at 618-632-6229. facebook.com/KnightsOfColumbus4239
▪ 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
▪ St. Elizabeth Church Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. St. Elizabeth Church, 2300 Pontoon Road, Granite City. Cod (fried and baked), pollock, jack salmon, shrimp. Eat in or carryout.
▪ Aviston Legion Fish Fry — 4:30-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. 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
▪ Okawville American Legion Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. Fridays. American Legion Post 233, 205 N. Hanover St., Okawville. Dine in or carryout. Also serving lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday with a salad bar. Pizza made fresh and served every day. facebook.com/OkawvilleLegion
▪ Quail Club Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Quail Club, 8303 Concordia Church Road, Belleville. Cod cut-ups, walleye, shrimp, burgers, sides and desserts. Carryout available. No phone orders.
▪ St. Augustine’s Wurstmarkt Sausage Dinner — 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. St. Augustine of Canterbury Church, 1910 W. Belle St., Belleville. Plates include three pork sausages, mashed potatoes and gravy, sauerkraut, green beans, two potato pancakes, applesauce, horseradish. Carryout only. stasaints.org
▪ Pork Sausage Dinner — 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Marine United Church of Christ, 111 N. Center St., Marine. Menu: Whole hog pork sausage, mashed potatoes and gravy, sauerkraut, green beans, apple pie. All dinners $12. A fresh meat sale will be held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5 and 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Raffle of a quilt, side of beef, whole hog and four dinners held Nov. 5. 618-887-4465.
Reservations Required
▪ HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Foundation Elizabethan Gala — 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Regency Conference Center, 400 Regency Park, O’Fallon. The gala starts with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and a program. The evening concludes with live music by the Fabulous Motown Revue. During the program, HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Foundation will honor Tom Vernier and Fr. James Deiters as Elizabethan Awardees for their commitment to HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and the future of health care in the region. For info or reservations: 618-234-2120, ext. 12446 or steliz.org/gala.
▪ Virtual Saturday Morning Yoga — 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Online via Zoom. Get fit and healthy when you join us for an energizing session of yoga with instructor Sarah Hartwig. Space is limited. Registration required. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org.
▪ Virtual Evening Flow Yoga — 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9. Online via Zoom. A Slow Flow mixed levels practice that will lead you through a series of yoga poses that focus on strengthening, lengthening, and stretching. Requires Registration. Instructed by Anne Hughes. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org.
▪ Adult Zumba with Aimee — 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 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. Requires Registration. glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Granite City Senior Social Club Christmas Party — 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11. Granite City Township Hall, 2060 Delmar Ave., Granite City. Featuring Memories of Elvis with Steve Davis, Vince K Band, attendance prizes, raffles and 50/50 drawing. Tickets available through Sunday, Dec. 4 and cost $13 members, $15 non-members. No tickets sold at the door. Refreshments included. For info: Diana 618-444-6771 or Marty 618-797-6749, Granite City Township Office 618-877-4373.
Worth the Drive
▪ River-to-River Trail Society Hike: Crest Trail from Glen O Jones Lake to Stone Face — 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Meet at the Tecumseh Statue located in the Northwest Corner of Glen O Jones Lake on CR 625N. This will be a hike of moderate difficulty, 4.5 miles in length, 5 hours hiking time. The leader of the hike will be Marcus Owens who can be reached at 618-534-8139 for more information. This hike is intended for people in good health who have done some walking. Hiking sticks and boots or sturdy shoes are recommended. Hikers should bring their own water and snacks. No dogs please. Free and open to the public. rivertorivertrail.net
This story was originally published November 2, 2022 at 8:00 AM.