Highland Around Town — Sept. 30 edition

Noon Wednesday, Sept. 30, 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, Sept. 30

▪ Our Lord’s Lutheran Church Fall Speaker Series — 7 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 21. Online via Zoom. A six-week series aimed at helping participants explore some of the most challenging issues facing our society and what they can do to make a marked difference. Series includes 75-minute talks with breakout sessions. Text 330-244-7963 to request the Zoom meeting ID and password or email love2haveu@ourlords.org. OurLords.org

▪ Madison County Transit ‘School’s in Session’ Scavenger Hunt — Now through October. Virtual event. The “School’s in Session” scavenger hunt will focus on encouraging trailgoers of all ages to venture out on the trails, while putting their knowledge to the test. The scavenger hunt will be facilitated through the free, interactive app GooseChase. Participants simply download the app and search for the game they wish to join. For details: mct.org

Friday, Oct. 2

▪ Highland Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. VFW Post 5694, 1900 VFW Road, Highland. Fish, chicken, shrimp, sides. Carry-out only. Bar closed until further notice. Masks required for customers going through the serving line. No call-in orders. facebook.com/vfwpost5694

Saturday, Oct. 3

▪ Alton Farmers & Artisans Market — 8 a.m. to noon. Parking lot at the corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street, Alton. Fresh produce, plants, meat, cheese, eggs, honey, baked goods and other edible products will be available. Social distancing measures will be in place. Pre-ordering is encouraged. Electronic payment preferred. Cash accepted; bring small bills. Vendors advised not to give change. facebook.com/AltonFarmersMarket

▪ Land of Goshen Community Market — 8 a.m. to noon. Downtown Edwardsville, St. Louis Street, Edwardsville. Open rain or shine. Social distancing measures will be in place. The Market will only include sales of food and hygiene items to limit the number of vendors and allow for at least 10 feet of space between all stalls. The Market asks customers to send only one shopper per family/household. Customers are asked to wear masks. facebook.com/goshenmarket

Saturday, Oct. 3, & Sunday, Oct. 4:

▪ Autumn with the Animals — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (By timed-ticket reservation). Saint Louis Zoo, 1 Government Drive, St. Louis. Enjoy a festive fall day at the Zoo with specialty menu items like caramel apples and caramel apple funnel cakes, chicken apple bratwurst, giant pretzels, Oktoberfest beers, and more available for purchase for a limited time. Take advantage of the cooler weather and visit the Zoo’s animals, exhibits and attractions. Keepers will provide apples and apple-themed enrichment for the animals throughout the day. Families can participate in a kids’ digital activity around the Zoo, and kids will receive a craft project to take home. Free, but tickets reservations are required. Additional dates: Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11. To make a reservation, visit stlzoo.org/visit/zoo-reservations.

▪ 19th annual Vintage Voices — Noon to 2:30 p.m. Alton Cemetery, Fifth and Vine streets, Alton. Walking tours are held as actors in period costumes telling the story of Altonians who have shaped Alton’s history. Tours will begin at noon and the last tour of the day leaves at 2:30 p.m. Masks are highly encouraged for our guests and maintaining social distancing. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students aged 6-18. Tickets can be purchased online at eventbrite.com or at the event. facebook.com/VintageVoicesTours

Sunday, Oct. 4

▪ Highland-Pierron Fire Department Fire Prevention Breakfast — 8-11 a.m. Highland-Pierron Fire Department, 12611 Iberg Road, Highland. Drive-thru or carry-out.

▪ Albers Legion Carry-Out Only Breakfast — 8-11:30 a.m. American Legion Post 1026, 600 N. Bertha St., Albers. Seating is available at the pavilion. Cost: $9 per carry-out.

▪ 33rd annual National Life Chain — 2-3 p.m. St. Boniface Church (front of), 325 E. Vandalia, Edwardsville. Stand with other pro-lifers and help through prayer to put an end to abortion. Signs will be available at the corner of Vandalia and Buchanan streets. Gather by 1:30 p.m. to choose a sign and get into position by 2 p.m. Rain or shine. Water, lawn chairs, umbrellas and strollers welcome. For information: 618-659-3254 or 618-656-1635.

Tuesday, Oct. 6

▪ Illinois RiverWatch Fall Speaker Series: The Important Role of Streamside Vegetation in a Changing Climate — 7 p.m. Online via Zoom. Speaker: Dr. Jason Knouft, professor of biology at St. Louis University. To sign-up for one or more of these free events, registration links can be found on the Illinois RiverWatch Facebook page at facebook.com/IllinoisRiverWatch or send an email to riverwatch@lc.edu. Those interested can register until the day of the event. Zoom links will be emailed to registrants prior to each presentation. For more information about the Illinois RiverWatch program, visit ngrrec.org/RiverWatch.

▪ 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

Tuesday, Oct. 6, & Wednesday, Oct. 7:

▪ Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce Virtual Job Fair — 1-2:30 p.m. both days. Online via Zoom. Those interested in participating are asked to complete an application online with Illinois WorkNET. Once the application is complete, your information will be added to all promotional material and you will be put in contact with Illinois WorkNET so that you can ask any questions you might have. They will also provide you with a sample video of past VJF events. For information or to register: troymaryvillecoc.com/virtual-job-fair

Wednesday, Oct. 7

▪ Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Blood Drive — 2-6 p.m. St. Joseph’s Hospital, Ungacta Conference Room, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. Appointments are required. 866-448-3253 or bloodcenterimpact.org.

This story was originally published September 23, 2020 at 3:19 PM.