O’Fallon Around Town — Feb. 27 edition
Noon Thursday, Feb. 27, 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, Feb. 27:
▪ O’Fallon Garden Club Scholarship Applications — Through Sunday, March 1. Applications are now being accepted for the 2020 O’Fallon Garden Club Scholarship. For information or to apply, visit ofallongardenclub.com/about_scholarship
▪ 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.
▪ Pentecostals of Troy Easter Pound Cake Orders — Through Monday, March 29. The Pentecostals of Troy, 8965 Illinois 162, Troy. Accepting orders for egg-shaped, chocolate-covered pound cakes topped with a candy flower. Cost: $15 per dozen, $8 per half-dozen. Pick-up day is Saturday, April 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To place an order, call 618-667-6054 and leave a message, or email revbb63@aol.com. Social media not monitored for orders.
Friday, Feb. 28:
▪ 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, Feb. 29:
▪ Caffeine and Chrome — 9 a.m. Gateway Classic Cars, 1237 Central Park Drive, O’Fallon. Cruise in with your collectible car or daily driver and bring your appetite. Enjoy donuts and coffee while supplies last. All makes and models are welcome with plenty of parking space. Gather around with the car community on the last Saturday of every month for an experience you will not forget. Not to mention, we have a showroom full of classic, exotic, and muscle cars. This is a free, family and pet friendly event. facebook.com/events/869372780147112
Monday, March 2:
▪ O’Fallon Veterans’ Monument Memorial Day Dedication submission/application deadline — All honorably discharged veterans who lived in O’Fallon School District #203 at any point in their life are eligible on the monument. Applications are available at O’Fallon City Hall, O’Fallon Township Building, O’Fallon Historical Society, O’Fallon Public Library and VFW Post #805 or visit the website at ofallonveteransmonument.org. Also visit on Facebook at facebook.com/ofallonveteransmonument. 618-632-3204. The dedication will take place Monday, May 25.
Monday, March 2, through Monday, March 16:
▪ Early Voting for the March 17, 2020, General Primary Election — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, March 2, through Friday, March 6; 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 8; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, March 9, through Friday, March 13; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 14; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 15; and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, March 16. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. Anyone registered to vote within the boundaries of St. Clair County will be able to vote at this location. 618-632-3517.
Tuesday, March 3:
▪ Seated Exercise Class — 11 a.m. to noon Tuesdays. AgeSmart, 801 W. State St., O’Fallon. Classes are free and open to the public. Cardio, strength training and balance will be the primary focus. Instructor: April Hausmann. If weather is inclement, check the website for cancellations. 618-222-2561 or AgeSmart.org
▪ O’Fallon Garden Club — 6 p.m. Rock Springs Park, 1428 E. Third St., O’Fallon. Social time followed by presentation and short business meeting. Guest speaker: Abby Lapides, owner of Sugar Creek Gardens Nursery. Presentation: English Gardens. Open to the public. All ages welcome. 618-580-5530 or ofallongardenclub.com
▪ Xtreme Bar Bingo — 7:30 p.m. KC Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. No cost, no cover bingo consisting of nine games. Players could win prizes such as a 50-inch TV, iPad, $100 cash, St. Louis Cardinals tickets and more. facebook.com/events/1321610508021684
Wednesday, March 4:
▪ O’Fallon Sunrise Rotary Meeting — 6:45 a.m. Wednesdays. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. ofallonsunriserotary.org
Saturday, March 7, & Monday, March 9:
▪ Shiloh Spurs Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation Hunter Safety Class — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, and 6-9 p.m. Monday, March 9. Klucker Hall, 14 Park Drive, Shiloh. Students will need to attend both classes to obtain their IDNR Hunter Safety Certificate. The class is free to attend, and there is no age limit. To register: 618-624-5400, ext. 1136, or shilohspurs.org