O’Fallon Around Town, Dec. 19 edition
Noon Thursday, Dec. 19, 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: O’Fallon Progress Around Town, Belleville News-Democrat, P.O. Box 427, Belleville, IL 62222-0427. Questions, call Jennifer Green at 618-239-2643.
Thursday, Dec. 19:
▪ 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.
▪ Medicare Q&A — 6 p.m. O’Fallon Public Library, 120 Civic Plaza, O’Fallon. Free informational, non-sales event to answer questions about Medicare. Presented by Jon Burgmann. Space is limited and registration is required. ofpl.info
Friday, Dec. 20:
▪ 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
▪ O’Fallon Fish Fry — 4-8 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. Cod and tilapia, hamburgers, hot dogs, pork steaks, pizza and additional side dishes. Eat in or carry out. Now accepting credit cards. 618-632-6229.
▪ O’Fallon Fish and Chicken Fry — 5-8 p.m. O’Fallon American Legion, 109 N. Penn, O’Fallon. Carryouts available. 618-632-8879.
Saturday, Dec. 21:
▪ Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon. Tri-Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. Books, magazines, puzzles, games, DVD and CD donations are accepted during regular library hours or on the day of the sale. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. During inclement weather, please call the Tri-Township Library after 9 a.m. to see if the book sale is cancelled. 618-667-2133.
▪ A Grinchy Christmas — 10:30 a.m. to noon. O’Fallon Public Library, 120 Civic Plaza, O’Fallon. Celebrate all things “Grinchy” with a reading of “How the Grinch stole Christmas,” making a Grinch-inspired ornament, playing a Grinchy game and eating a green snack. For Grinches 4 years old and up. Register online: ofpl.info
▪ Santa at O’Fallon Station — 5-7 p.m. O’Fallon Station, South Vine Street, O’Fallon. Visit with Santa and make sure he has your wish list for this year, then take a photo with him. facebook.com/events/336385857242385
Sunday, Dec. 22:
▪ Pics with the Grinch — 2-7 p.m. Global Brew Tap House, 455 Regency Park-B, O’Fallon. Bring a donation for the O’Fallon Community Food Pantry and take photos with the Grinch. Guests are welcome to use their own camera or phone for photos. Featuring a lineup of Christmas beers, festive cocktails, and a special drink for the littlest of Whos. Special holiday trivia at 7 p.m. where bonus points will be handed out for Christmas getup. facebook.com/events/787967894949926
Friday, Dec. 27:
▪ Metro East Amputees Support Group — 7 p.m. St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Board Room, 1 St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., O’Fallon. Support group for patients of all ages who have suffered limb loss and for their family and caregivers. For more information: metroeastamputees@gmail.com, 618-515-4100, facebook.com/groups/metroeastamputees or steliz.org
This story was originally published December 13, 2019 at 1:32 PM.