O’Fallon Around Town — April 6 edition

Noon Friday, April 7, 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, April 6

▪ National Alliance on Mental Illness: Family Support Group — 7-8:30 p.m. Online via Zoom. The Family Support Meetings are for family members, significant others, and/or friends of persons with a mental health condition. First Thursday of every month. Facilitators will vary. For information: kelly.nami.swi@gmail.com or 618-798-9788.

▪ St. Clair County Genealogical Society — 7 p.m. Online via Zoom. Program: “Researchers Unite!” Share your thorny or difficult-to-solve family research problems. Or, share a finding aid or resource that is new to you which may help others solve their family history stumbling blocks. The meeting is open to the public, but space is limited. Reservation information is at stclair-ilgs.org/events or facebook.com/STCCGSIL.

▪ Shoe Collection Drive Fundraiser — Through Saturday, May 6. Papa Wally’s Produce, 138 Seibert Road, Shiloh. Fundraising for 4 Paws for Ability Autism Assistance Dog for 22-month-old Tucker. How to help: Donate new or gently worn shoes (mens, womens, or kids—no cleats, please) at Papa Wally’s Produce. Pick up can be arranged for group donations. The goal is to collect 100 bags of shoes to raise funds to help cover fees for a service dog for Tucker. For more info: facebook.com/4paws4tucker.

Friday, April 7

▪ Tri Township Library Book Sale — There will be no book sale on Friday, April 7 at the Tri Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. The next book sale will be Saturday, April 15. Please note that our Bookmark Calendars had the wrong date for the Saturday in April Book Sale. The Saturday in April Book Sale is April 15.

▪ Missouri Arbor Day Tree Giveaway — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kemper Center for Home Gardening, Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis. Celebrate Arbor Day in Missouri and receive a free Missouri native tree sapling from the William T. Kemper Center for Home Gardening. Kemper Center staff will provide planting and care tips and will be available to answer your tree care questions. Others who will help us celebrate the day include the St. Louis Arborists Association, Missouri Department of Conservation, and Spire. Included with Garden admission. Tree saplings available while supplies last. mobot.org

▪ O’Fallon K of C Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. Traditional menu of cod and several side dishes. Dine-in and carryout. Credit cards accepted. Orders can be called in at 618-632-6229. facebook.com/KnightsOfColumbus4239

▪ KC Club and Event Center Fish Fry — 3-7 p.m. 5420 Old Collinsville Road, O’Fallon. Catfish plates, cod plates, barbecue chicken, fries, cole slaw, hush puppies, baked beans, potato salad. Dine in or carryout and drink specials. facebook.com/KCClubEastStLouis

▪ Shiloh Eagles Fish Fry — 5-7 p.m. Shiloh Eagles 545, 100 Eagle Drive, Shiloh. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and sides. Full menu. Dine-in or carryout available. For carryout, call 618-624-5412. facebook.com/shiloheagles545

Saturday, April 8

▪ O’Fallon Township Monthly Rummage Sale — 7 a.m. to noon. Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, plus household items will be available for the rummage sale.

▪ Bob Goalby Celebration: Proclamation Day & Green Jacket Tournament — 9 a.m. Yorktown Golf Course, 300 Goalby Drive, Shiloh. Join the party celebrating Bob Goalby, Yorktown Golf Course designer and 1968 Masters Champion. Watch Saturday at the Masters, eat and drink Masters-themed specials and help commemorate Goalby’s 55th anniversary Master’s win. For info and registration: https://forms.gle/KTrPS96suHTErDPw8.

▪ The Sheldon presents: A Tribute to Dean Martin and Friends — 8 p.m. The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Blvd., St. Louis. From Las Vegas to The Sheldon — “Dean Martin and Friends” — a hilariously-entertaining tribute starring Tom Stevens. It’s a non-stop parade of spot-on impressions that will not only amaze but also make you laugh until your sides hurt! It’s the perfect cocktail of music and fun brought to you by one of the most exceptional talents Vegas has to offer. thesheldon.org

Wednesday, April 12

▪ O’Fallon Sunrise Rotary Meeting — 6:45 a.m. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. 618-210-8156 or ofallonsunriserotary.org.

▪ National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Alvin G. Bohley Chapter 1019 — 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. O’Town Food Hall and Tap House, 1214 Central Park Drive, O’Fallon. Speaker at noon on COVID After Effects followed by meeting. All active and retired federal and postal employees are welcome. Speakers/meetings held the second Wednesday of each month except for May and December socials. NARFE remains the go-to resource for the federal community. For information, contact James at jbflat2021@outlook.com or 618-795-5174.

▪ National Alliance on Mental Illness: NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group — 6:30-8 p.m. Online via Zoom. Free peer-to-peer support group for adults with a mental health condition working towards recovery. Every Wednesday. Open the Zoom app and enter 3914844542. For information: kelly.nami.swi@gmail.com or 618-798-9788.

Thursday, April 13

▪ McKendree presents The Guess Who — 7:30 p.m. The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 400 N. Alton St., Lebanon. One of the most successful Canadian rock groups of the late 1960s and ‘70s, The Guess Who charted 14 songs on the Top 40 Hit Singles chart during their career, including “American Woman,” “No Sugar Tonight,” and “These Eyes.” During their most successful period, The Guess Who released 11 studio albums, all of which reached the charts in Canada and the United States. Younger audiences may recognize “American Woman” from Lenny Kravitz’s 1999 cover, which was used on the soundtrack of the Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me motion picture. thehett.com

Other area happenings

▪ Freedom Sings USA presents Veterans Songwriting Retreat — 5 p.m. Friday, April 14, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Klucker Hall, 14 Park Drive, Shiloh. A VA-certified music arts therapy event featuring Steve Dean, Don Goodman, Bill Whyte and Wood Newton, plus special guests. A free concert will take place at 5 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at Yorktown Golf Course, 300 Goalby Drive, Shiloh. freedomsingsusa.org or 618-632-1022, ext. 119.

▪ Bob Goalby 4-Person Classic Scramble — Noon Saturday, April 15. Yorktown Golf Course, 300 Goalby Drive, Shiloh. Join us in celebrating Bob Goalby, Yorktown Golf Course Designer & 1968 Masters Champion. Bring your foursome and be the first to hoist the Bob Goalby 4-Person Classic Scramble Trophy. Over $2,000 cash in prizes and skins in multiple flights with full field. After awards, enjoy the Freedom Sings USA concert on the driving range. For info and registration: https://forms.gle/KkoN3aAggKL9f8pT9.

▪ Race for Love: 2023 5K Charity Run for Leaps of Love — 8 a.m. Sunday, April 16. The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 400 N. Alton St., Lebanon. The 5K Race for Love lets us support Leaps of Love, an organization located in Highland that embraces families that are or have been affected by childhood cancer. To register or for more info: mcksportmgmt.com.

▪ O’Fallon Township Programs for Seniors: Rules of the Road Review Course — 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 19. Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. The course is designed to give drivers – especially senior citizens and persons with disabilities – the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a drivers license. The review course combines an explanation of the driving exam with a practice written exam. This course is free of charge. Call the Township at 618-632-3517 for more information.

▪ O’Fallon Township Senior Committee Dinner & Entertainment — 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20. 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. O’Fallon Township residents only. Reservation deadline April 14. Cost: $3. 618-632-3517.

▪ CAIN’s Live and In Color Tour with Special Guests Katy Nichole and David Leonard — 7 p.m. Saturday, April 22. First Baptist Church of O’Fallon, 1111 E. Highway 50, O’Fallon. Special for band members and audience members alike as each night CAIN is asking their audience to show up matching in the same color as their tour outfits. CAIN is inviting the audience to be a part of the show by showing up live and in color. This performance’s color is yellow. Tickets start at $26 each. For tickets and info: itickets.com/events/470795.

▪ Corpus Christi Church Spring Chicken Dinner — 3-7 p.m. Sunday, April 23. Corpus Christ Church, 205 Rasp St., Shiloh. Menu: home-style fried chicken, Italian mostaccioli, green beans, corn, herb dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cole slaw, dinner rolls, desserts and drinks. Cost: $15 per adult, $8 kids 10 and under. Carryouts available. Raffle: prizes include $500, Galaxy tablet, $100 Peel gift card, $50 gas card. Raffle tickets $5 each or three for $10. corpuschristishiloh.com

This story was originally published March 27, 2023 at 12:00 AM.