Highland Around Town, Jan. 22 edition
Noon Wednesday, Jan. 22, is the deadline to appear in next week’s “Around Town” listing. We must receive your event in writing with a contact phone number for questions. Due to the number of submissions, events may run only one time in print, will be edited and appear in the week before the event date.
Email: lifestyle@bnd.com. Mail to: Highland News Leader Around Town, Belleville News-Democrat, P.O. Box 427, Belleville, IL 62222-0427. Questions, call Jennifer Green at 618-239-2643.
Wednesday, Jan. 22:
▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville. bloodcenterimpact.org
▪ Highland Illinois Area Schools Alumni Association Nominations — Through Friday, Jan. 31. Nominees wanted for the 2020 Hall of Fame. Persons nominated must have either attended any school in the Highland School District boundaries or been employed by any of the schools, must have demonstrated a high level of achievement in any of the categories and made a significant contribution to that particular field, and must have exhibited leadership, character and service. A brief resume and contact information for the nominee should accompany the form. Applications are available at highlandilalumni.com and due by Jan. 31. Applications can be mailed to HIASAA, 400 Broadway, Highland, IL 62249.
▪ Highland Chamber of Commerce Awards Nominations — Through Thursday, Feb. 6. Help identify those that go above and beyond in the Highland community and nominate your choices. The awards are for Business Person of the Year, Bill Pierce Chamber Member of the Year, Bob Hardy Citizen of the Year, and Homer Poss Lifetime Achievement. The awards recipients will be honored at an event on March 7. Nominations can be made online at highlandillinois.com/awards.html.
▪ Highland Lions Club Scholarship Applications — Through Monday, April 6. The Highland Lions Club announces two $1,500 scholarships. As part of Lions Club International, the world’s largest service club, the Highland Lions Club will recognize graduating seniors who balance academic achievement with community service. One scholarship is available only to senior students attending Highland High School. The second scholarship is open to all high school seniors who reside in Highland School District #5 (Highland High School senior students plus those students who reside in the Highland School District but attend a school other than Highland High School). Application forms are available at the Highland High School Counseling Center. Other eligible students should contact the counseling center at their high school. For questions, please contact Jan G. Kreutzberg, Highland Lions Club Scholarship Chair at 1-618-675-3307 or via email kreutzberggj@agtelco.com. Deadline for applications is April 6.
Thursday, Jan. 23:
▪ Southwestern Illinois Regional Apprenticeship Meeting — 9 a.m. to noon. Gateway Convention Center, One Gateway Drive, Collinsville. State, federal and regional workforce personnel will be on hand to discuss the opportunities and funding available for businesses to start an apprenticeship program. Featuring several presentations by community training providers, businesses already utilizing government programs to develop and grow apprenticeship programs, and individuals who have benefitted from training as an apprentice. Panel discussions and Q&A sessions included. 618-825-3265.
▪ Agribusiness Seminar — Noon. Clinton County Farm Bureau, 1165 N. Fourth St., Breese. Registration opens and lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. Seminar to help better plan for the 2020 crop year. Guest speakers include: Doug Yoder, Crop Agency Manager, Country Financial; Dr. Gary Schnitkey, Soybean Industry Endowed Chair in Agricultural Strategy, Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois. For information or to register: countrycrop.com
▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — Noon to 4 p.m. Gateway Regional Medical Center, 2100 Madison Ave., Granite City. bloodcenterimpact.org
▪ Gateway Wedding Show — 5-9 p.m. Gateway Convention Center, One Gateway Drive, Collinsville. Featuring many different vendors to help couples personalize and plan their wedding. Admission is $5 online or $7 at the door. gatewaycenter.com
Friday, Jan. 24:
▪ Stitchin’ in the Stacks — 2-4 p.m. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main, Glen Carbon. If you like to knit, crochet or embroider, gather and socialize with others who share your interest and pick up a few tips and tricks as you work your own creations. Bring your supplies. Self-directed program; no instructor. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Highland Fish Fry — 4-7:30 p.m. VFW Post 5694, 1900 VFW Road, Highland. Eat in or carry out. 618-654-6367.
Saturday, Jan. 25:
▪ Highland Choral Parents Association Pancake Breakfast — 8-11 a.m. Highland Middle School Plaza, 2813 State Route 160, Highland. All-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage, plus Tang, milk and coffee. Entertainment provided by students. Cost: $10 per person. Raffle tickets will be sold for chance to win tickets to “Hamilton” on Tuesday, May 5. at the Fox Theatre. Open to the public. For information: shannonmallrich@hotmail.com
▪ SLSRC Winterfest Hamfest — 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gateway Convention Center, One Gateway Drive, Collinsville. Winterfest is the largest hamfest in the Midwest exceeding over 30,000 square feet of convention space. Attracting over 180 vendors with 240 tables and 1,000 attendees, this one day hamfest is a don’t miss opportunity. Admission: $10 per person ages 13 and older, $8 if purchased in advance. Children 12 and under are free. Sponsored by the St. Louis and Suburban Radio Club. winterfest.slsrc.org
▪ 72nd annual Sausage Supper — 2:30-8 p.m. Salem United Church of Christ, 1117 W. North St., Alhambra. All-you-can-eat … pork sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, bread, applesauce, dessert, coffee and milk. Adults $10, children ages 5-10 $5, under 4 eat free. Advance orders available for link or bulk sausage, backbones and ribs by calling 618-488-3733 or emailing ooey5@agtelco.com. Orders can be picked up 10 a.m .to 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, or after 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25.
Tuesday, Jan. 28:
▪ $2 Movies at the Wildey: “The Longest Yard” (1974) — 7 p.m. Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville. Lobby opens at 6 p.m. Tickets only available the day of the show starting at 5 p.m. Cash or check only. (Charge/Debit cards accepted for concessions) All seats general admission.
Monday, Jan. 27:
▪ Genealogy 103 — 2-3 p.m. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main, Glen Carbon. The class will focus on utilizing FamilySearch.org. Presenter Beth Phillips will discuss ways to search for ancestors on this free, community-based tool. May bring own laptop – only eight laptops are available for classroom use. Please set up account on FamilySearch.org prior to class. Registration is required. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Medicare Q&A — 6-7 p.m. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main, Glen Carbon. If you are looking to sign up for Medicare and have questions on how to register or what is covered, this will be a great time to ask. Bring your questions and learn what to expect when you join Medicare. Registration is required. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org
Tuesday, Jan. 28:
▪ Cookbook Club — 6:30-7:30 p.m. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main, Glen Carbon. Presented by Ellora Ladd. Choose a cookbook, read it. Pick a dish, make it. Enjoy trying a variety of dishes as we discuss how we made them. Theme: Soup. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org
Wednesday, Jan. 29:
▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Greenville University, 100 E. College, Greenville. bloodcenterimpact.org
Saturday, Feb. 1:
▪ Rock & Roll Bingo — 7 p.m. Highland VFW Hall, 1900 VFW Road, Highland. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Highland Civic Woman’s Club will host a Rock & Roll bingo event. The numbers have been replaced with the names of singers and bands, and the caller has been replaced with rapid-fire song clips. Players must identify the artists and songs on their bingo card to win. Advance tickets can be purchased at The Chocolate Affair, or via the link on the event’s Facebook page – $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Bring own snacks and cash bar. No outside drinks permitted. Silent auction. All funds raised will go right back to the community through these two organizations’ projects. facebook.com/events/618115918932719
Saturday, Feb. 29:
▪ Take a Leap with Us: Leaps of Love 10-Year Anniversary Event — 7 p.m. Copper Dock Winery, 498 White Oaks Lane, Pocahontas. Doors open at 6 p.m. Ages 21 and older. Drinks available for purchase; appetizers provided. Silent auction, all-request Dueling Pianos. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Purchase tickets by Feb. 15 for a free entry into the all-inclusive Reflect Krystal three-night giveaway. Tickets can be purchased online at LeapsOfLove.org