O’Fallon Around Town, Jan. 16 edition
Noon Thursday, Jan. 16, 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, Jan. 16:
▪ Chair Yoga — 11 a.m. to noon Thursdays. AgeSmart, 801 W. State St., O’Fallon. Classes are open to anyone who is interested. No yoga experience necessary. Instructor: Liana Ables. Cost: $5 per visit. No reservation required. 618-222-2561.
▪ 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, Jan. 17:
▪ 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, Jan. 18:
▪ Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon. Tri-Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. Books, magazines, puzzles, games, DVD and CD donations accepted during regular library hours or on day of sale. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 618-667-2133.
▪ Metro East Humane Society Adult Spelling Bee — 7 p.m. Recess Brewing, 307 N. Main St., Edwardsville. Doors open at 6 p.m. Teams of four will compete for bragging rights at this fundraising event. Admission is $60 per team. Seating limited to 40 people, so purchase tickets asap. Must be 21 to play. For tickets and information: mehs.org
▪ OTHS GLax Trivia Night — 7 p.m. KC Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. Trivia night to fundraise for the O’Fallon Township High School Girls Lacrosse Team. Doors open at 6 p.m. Silent auction, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, cash bar and more. Adults only. Cost is $100 per table of up to eight players. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. facebook.com/events/567132490756245
Sunday, Jan. 19:
▪ One Sound Sunday — 3 p.m. St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 1411 Cross St., O’Fallon. A Sensory Friendly concert for children and adults of all ages. Sensory Friendly is having the freedom to move about, sing, dance, or wander while enjoying the live musical concert. Cost: $5. For reservations: 618-235-5600 or bellevillephilharmonic.org
Monday, Jan. 20:
▪ O’Fallon NAACP Branch annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast Service — 8 a.m. New Life in Christ Church, 689 Scott Troy Road, Lebanon.
Monday, Jan. 20, and Tuesday, Jan. 21:
▪ Special Blend: Mak Grgić with Chamber Music Society of St. Louis — 7:30 p.m. The Sheldon Ballroom, 3648 Washington Blvd., St. Louis. Unique performance that will include a solo guitar recital followed by Grgić’s impressive program of chamber music featuring St. Louis musicians. Reception to follow each performance. Tickets are $38. 314-567-5566 or stlclassicalguitar.org
Tuesday, Jan. 21:
▪ O’Fallon Historical Society — 7 p.m. O’Fallon Historical Society Museum, 101 W. State St., O’Fallon. Monthly meeting. Includes DRUM program by new member Richard Carson Jr. 618-624-8409.
Wednesday, Jan. 22:
▪ O’Fallon Sunrise Rotary Meeting — 6:45 a.m. Wednesdays. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. ofallonsunriserotary.org
▪ Fielding Forward Crop Insurance Update — 9:30 a.m. to noon. Regency Conference Center, 400 Regency Park, O’Fallon. Prepare for the next growing season with timely updates from industry experts on topics including crop marketing, risk management and managing weather risk. For information or to register, visit farmcreditil.com.
Thursday, Jan. 30:
▪ Presentation: ‘Marriage, Divorce and Annulment in the Catholic Church – Realities and Myths’ — 6:30-8 p.m. St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 1411 Cross St., O’Fallon. Matthew Flynn, director of adult faith formation and mission at St. Clare, will discuss the Catholic Church’s definition of marriage and the difference between a divorce and an annulment. Session for all ages, especially those who hope to get married someday. Free and open to the public. Free childcare provided. 618-632-3562.
Saturday, Feb. 1:
▪ O’Fallon Garden Club Trivia Night — 7 p.m. Katy Cavins Community Center, 308 E. Fifth St., O’Fallon. Doors open at 6 p.m. Silent auction, mulligans, 50/50, raffles, prizes, cash bar. Bring your own snacks, but no outside alcohol please. Advance tickets $25 per person, $30 at the door if not sold out, $200 per table of eight. Prizes for highest score and best Mardi Gras-themed table decorations and costumes. Register and pay at ofallongardenclub.ticketleap.com. 618-407-2471 or 618-698-6581.
This story was originally published January 9, 2020 at 3:25 PM.