Highland Around Town — Jan. 29 edition
Noon Wednesday, Jan. 29, 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. 29:
▪ 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 Saturday, 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 618-675-3307 or via email kreutzberggj@agtelco.com. Deadline for applications is April 6.
▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Greenville University, 100 E. College, Greenville. bloodcenterimpact.org
Thursday, Jan. 30:
▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. HSHS Holy Family Hospital, 200 Healthcare Drive, Greenville. bloodcenterimpact.org
▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 1-4 p.m. The Rock Church, 515 Airport Road, Centralia. bloodcenterimpact.org
Friday, Jan. 31:
▪ Madison County Mass Transit District Board of Trustees Meeting — 9 a.m. Transit Facility, One Transit Way, Granite City. Meetings typically held the last Thursday of each month. mct.org
▪ 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, 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
Tuesday, Feb. 4:
▪ 2020 Illinois Dairy Summit — 9 a.m. Kaskaskia College, Life Long Learning Center, 27210 College Road, Centralia. Theme: Planning for the Future, featuring dairy management information with ideas on how to improve the bottom line in tough times. Speakers and information booths. Summit registration fees for dairy producers will be $5. All other registrations are $15 per person and will be collected at the door.
Thursday, Feb. 6, through Saturday, Feb. 8:
▪ Used Book Sale — 1-4 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, and 9-11 a.m. Saturday. HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, conference center, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. Free admission Thursday and Friday; $3 bargain bag sale Saturday, Feb. 7.
Friday, Feb. 7:
▪ Pediatric Symposium — 8 a.m. Kaskaskia College Lifelong Learning Center, 27210 College Road, Centralia. Sponsored by the Air EVAC Life Team. Registration at 8 a.m.; sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. Topics include Forensics in the Trauma Patient, Pediatric Sepsis, Care of the Pediatric Special Needs Patient, and more. Register online at cardinalglennon.arlo.co/w/. Registration closes Tuesday, Feb. 4. For more information, call 314-268-2700, ext. 6119.
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