Highland Around Town — March 18 edition

Noon Wednesday, March 18, 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, March 18:

▪ Easter Basket Drive — Through Friday, March 27. First Mid Bank & Trust is collecting filled Easter baskets for less fortunate children in the area. Empty baskets can be picked up at either First Mid branch in Highland. Fill the basket with goodies for children ages 10 and under and return it by March 27. Baskets will be distributed by Highland Area Christian Service Ministries. 618-654-1111, option 1.

▪ 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.

▪ Colorectal Cancer Screening Kits — 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday through Tuesday, March 31. HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland is offering Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) Kits for $10. Community members can purchase a FIT Kit at the front desk in the main lobby of the hospital. Encouraged for those aged 45-75 who have no prior history of colon cancer or polyps, or have never been screened for colon cancer. For more information: 618-651-2885.

▪ CANCELED: Edwardsville School District #7 Kindergarten Parent Information Night — 6:30-7:30 p.m. Midway Elementary, 6321 Midway Drive, Moro. The last of six information meetings for parents/guardians of incoming kindergarten students. Students do not need to attend. Presentation to include overview of kindergarten experience, explanation of policies regarding half-day enrollment, general information about the school district, child’s kindergarten orientation and more. For additional meeting dates and locations (choose one that is convenient; all meetings are identical): http://ecusd7.org/district-information/registration

Thursday, March 19:

▪ CANCELED: Chicks with Sticks — 3-4:30 p.m. Troy United Methodist Church, Room 241, 407 Edwardsville Road, Troy. Knit and crochet items for different charities and for fellowship. 618-667-7501.

Friday, March 20:

▪ CANCELED: AARP Taxaide — 9 a.m. to noon. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main, Glen Carbon. Appointments required. Call or come in to schedule. This service is intended for low- to moderate-income taxpayers of any age. You do not have to be a member of AARP. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org

▪ CANCELED: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital - Centralia Auditorium, 400 N. Pleasant Ave., Centralia. bloodcenterimpact.org

▪ CANCELED: 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. Carry-out only. 618-654-6367.

Saturday, March 21:

▪ CANCELED: Kidmania — 8-11 a.m. Edwardsville High School, 6161 Center Grove Road, Edwardsville. A community wide “Kids oriented garage sale” held every year allowing shoppers to browse through multiple vendors items at one location. All items are for children and proceeds from ticket sales go back to the community to help families and other organizations that help to make Edwardsville and Glen Carbon a better place to live. General admission $5 (cash only). facebook.com/events/395452204706122

▪ CANCELED: Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon. Tri-Township Library, 209 S. Main, Troy. Books, magazines, puzzles, games, DVD and CD donations accepted during regular library hours or on the day of the sale. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 618-667-2133.

▪ CANCELED: Highland Garden Club annual Garage Sale — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. American Legion Hall, 1130 New Trenton Road, Highland. Items include household and holiday items, purses, jewelry, small furniture and more.

Sunday, March 22:

▪ CANCELED: Spring Equinox Sunrise Observance — 6:45 a.m. Woodhenge Reconstruction, Cahokia Mounds, 30 Ramey St., Collinsville. Meet at the Woodhenge reconstruction for an Equinox Sunrise Observance. A talk will be give about the significance of Woodhenge. Woodhenge is located about 1/2 mile west of Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center on Collinsville Road. cahokiamounds.org

▪ CANCELED: 31st annual Spring Coin Show — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Northfield Center 1, 3210 Northfield Drive, Springfield. U.S. and foreign coins and paper money, American silver and gold eagles, gold and silver bullion, ancient and medieval coins, proof sets and mint sets. Admission: $1 members of C.I.N.A., 16 and under are free. Early bird admission is $20. Early bird hours are 7-9 a.m. 217-528-7634.

▪ CANCELED: ‘Best of Maryville’ Art Contest & Show — 1-3 p.m. Maryville Community Center, 500 E. Division St., Maryville. Open to all students with five different mediums, any subject. Free. Open to all adults, but subject needs to focus on events, people, pets, or landscapes in or around Maryville. Adults $1 per entry. 618-772-8555 or vil.maryville.il.us

Tuesday, March 24:

▪ CANCELED: 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: Brunch. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org

▪ POSTPONED: $2 Movies at the Wildey: ‘Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom’ — 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.

▪ CANCELED: Marine Unit of Home and Community Education Association — 7 p.m. Marine Senior Citizen Center, 101 W. Silver St., Marine. The Lesson for Living, Cooking with Honey, will be presented by Janet Huene and Priscilla Plocher who will also serve as hostesses.

Thursday, March 26:

▪ CANCELED: Introduction to Birdwatching — 6:30-7:30 p.m. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main, Glen Carbon. Whether you are an amateur bird enthusiast or are simply interested in learning more about the identification and migratory patterns of the wildlife in your own backyard, this class is for you. Registration required. 618-288-1212 or glencarbonlibrary.org

Saturday, March 28:

▪ CANCELED: Recycling/Fish Habitat Improvement Project — 8:30 a.m. Dam East High Water Boat Ramp, Carlyle Lake, Carlyle. Discarded Christmas trees will be used to form fish reef structures in Carlyle Lake. Volunteers are needed to assist with placement of trees. For information or to volunteer: 618-594-2484 or carlylelake@usace.army.mil

▪ POSTPONED: Center Schools PTO Jukebox Bingo — 7-10 p.m. Firemen’s Hall, Township Park, 610 W. Main, Alhambra. Tickets bought before March 13 will cost $20 each or a table of eight will cost $140. After March 13, cost will be $25 per person and a table of eight will be $150. Free babysitting will be available at the school with ticket purchase if registered by March 20. Contact Megan 618-779-1010 to register. Proceeds to go to Center Schools PTO.

This story was originally published March 10, 2020 at 12:00 AM.