The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For December 12th – December 18th, 2024

Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas! 

 

Thursday, December 12th

Monthly Meeting and ADDGM official visit

Columbia, IL – All Masons are welcome to join us for our official visit from the Assistant District Deputy Grand Master and monthly meeting. Dinner will be served for all attending.

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Holidaze at The Abbey

Belleville, IL – Free Event- Holidaze at The Abbey: Vitamen A Live!🎸 All Ages

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Tour of Italy Pasta Extravaganza

Edwardsville, IL -Event by Sunset Hills Country Club Call the office to make your Reservations today 618-656-9380

Time: 5 PM

 

Friday, December 13th

Coffee & Christmas Market ✝️🎅🏻🌲

Columbia, IL – Event by The Coffee Pot The event will be outdoors at our Columbia location

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

A Forever Vintage Christmas Market 2024 🎅🎄

Belleville, IL – 🎅🎄 Join Us! Same Place, Packed Full of New & Returning Vendors!

Time: Dec 13 at 4 AM – Dec 15 at 12 PM

KASHMIR – The Led Zeppelin Show

Edwardsville, IL – KASHMIR is a very entertaining show bringing only the best of LED ZEPPELIN to their fans…

Time: 8 PM

Happy Birth-Tay SALE at Local Lucy’s

Belleville, IL – It’s Taylor Swift’s birthday! So let’s celebrate! We will offer a SALE on Swiftie items in the shop AND a FREE gift with purchase! (in-stock only items will be on sale)
Come stock up on all your swiftie items on Friday, December 13th!

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

Families Skate Free Christmas Party!

Belleville, IL – 🎄🎅 Holiday Cheer on Wheels! ❄️✨

Time: 4 PM – 8 PM

 

Saturday, December 14th

Visit with Santa at the Library (Family)

Columbia, IL – Come join the Columbia Public Library as we hosting visits with Santa at the library this year!

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

The 10th Annual Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk

Belleville, IL – The event has three different starting points. Corner of Abend and Mascoutah Ave, Corner of Garfield and Mascoutah Ave. or the corner of Abend and Garfield Streets…

Time: 5 PM

Edwardsville Downtown Cookie Walk

Edwardsville, IL – Tickets are live! We’re so excited for another year of festive fun!
Restore Decor is open for everyone to stop by for this year’s cookie walk…

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

The Stadt’s Onesie Pub Crawl

Millstadt, IL – Grab your buddies for a Sunday Funday you won’t want to miss. Lots of Holiday Cheer and festivities. 🥳 Come early or stay late it’s up to you.

Time: 12 PM

 

Sunday, December 15th

Cookie Decorating Class (Classic Christmas)

Columbia, IL – Event by Makers On Main Street

Time: 2 PM – 4 PM

Santa Paws

Belleville, IL – Bring your fur babies and join us in all the festivities! Free to the public!

Time: 11 AM – 4 PM

Brunch with Santa at 1818 Chophouse

Edwardsville, IL – Bring your holiday spirit and join us for a magical morning at this year’s Santa Brunch! Enjoy a buffet with Father Christmas and our cheerful 1818 elves. Secure your spot now to ensure a memorable brunch experience with Santa! 🎅🍽️✨

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM

Santa Visits Millpond

Millstadt, IL – Come visit and get your picture with Santa at Millpond. You can take your own pictures with Santa, and there will be hot chocolate provided. Free of Charge!

Time: 3 PM – 5 PM

Christmas Ukulele Fun🎄

Millstadt, IL – Event by Music At The Barn and Denise Voegele

Time: 1 PM – 2:30 PM

 

Monday, December 16th

Happy Hour 4 pm (first 6 customers)

Columbia, IL – The first 6 customers starting at 4 pm each day will receive a free 24 oz Christmas tumbler. You will receive $1 off any drink of choice in tumbler.

Time: 4 PM

Monday Night Football Buffet at Silver Creek w/ $15 Domestic Buckets

Belleville, IL – Hey Hey Metro East Football Fanatics! Silver Creek has a great Monday Night Football Buffet from 7pm til 9pm…

Time: 7 PM – 9 PM

Alton Symphony Orchestra’s Burger Benefit

Edwardsville, IL – If you’ve ever wished Sneaky’s was open on Mondays, here’s your chance!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

 

Tuesday, December 17th

Lego Club (4-12 yrs.)

Columbia, IL – Free build with Legos, try out our LEGO challenge cards, or take on our monthly challenge! Recommended for ages 4-12 yrs.

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM

Holiday Ceramics at Eckerts

Belleville, IL – Here is a chance for you to paint a LIGHTED tree or truck or wagon like your family had when you were growing up.

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Winter Craft

Edwardsville, IL – Event by Edwardsville Children’s Museum

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

 

Wednesday, December 18th

Duals vs Alton,GraniteCity&BellevilleWest @BW

Belleville, IL – Duals against Alton,GC & BW Girls & JV exhibition matches too

Time: 5 PM

Wine & Wing Wednesdays at Copper Fire! 🔥

Belleville, IL – 🍷🍗 Wednesdays just got a whole lot tastier! Join us for Wine and Wing Wednesdays at our fabulous establishment! 🍷🍗

Time: 11 AM – 10 PM

 

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For December 5th – December 11th, 2024

Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas! 

 

Thursday, December 5th

Santa & Snowman Open Night

Belleville, IL – Don’t miss this one!! Join us at Sawdust & Glitter on Dec 5 at 6pm for a fun craft night!!! come paint a Santa or a snowman with us!..

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

Tequila & Taco Thursdays at Copper Fire! 🔥🌮

Belleville, IL 🌮🍹 Hey everyone, Tequila & Taco Thursdays continue! 🎉

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Free lotus tasting

Edwardsville, IL – Join us for a free sampling event featuring our lotus energy drinks! Take advantage of this opportunity to try something new!

Time: 11 AM – 8 PM

 

Friday, December 6th

Mustache Bash Pub Crawl

Belleville, IL – Join us for the 2024 Mustache Bash Pub Crawl Friday December 6th from 5-10p! A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the Belleville Fire Fighters Local 53….

Time: 5 PM – 10 PM

Candlelight Memorial- Angel of Hope Belleville, IL

Belleville, IL – Join us for the annual Candlelight Vigil as we remember our children.

Time: 7 PM

Ethan Carl: Top Shooters

Columbia, IL – Ethan Carl LIVE! Come experience rising country artist Ethan Carl’s hit show jam packed with his hottest original and unreleased music…

Time: 8 PM – 12 AM

All The Jingle Ladies – sip & shop social

Edwardsville, IL – Join us for a night of holiday fun! Sip, snack, shop & socialize amidst all of the festive decor in our cozy shop! Support over a dozen local makers while checking off your list and having fun!

Time: 5 PM – 9 PM

 

Saturday, December 7th

Movie Night with Santa at Skyview Drive-In

Belleville, IL – Come snuggle up under the stars with your family! Join the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce during our fun holiday tradition drive-in movie experience and an opportunity to see Santa!..

Time: 4 PM

Annette A. Eckert & William L Enyart Booksigning

Belleville, IL – Author Annette A. Eckert will read and sign her new children’s book, Daddy is Back, followed by a duo booksiging with Eckert and William L. Enyart, author of Leadership in Challenging Times. More information on our website!

Time: 11 AM

ICS Annual Craft & Vendor Fair

Columbia, IL – Find what you need for your holiday shopping! Shop a wide-variety of hand-crafted items, home decor, food, cookies & treats, clothing, accessories, toys, books, & so much more!

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM

Christmas Gift Wrapping Fundraiser

Millstadt, IL – Please bring items ready to wrap Friday Drop Off Times: 11 a.m.- 1p.m. & 4 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Saturday Drop Off Time: 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Time: 10 AM

 

Sunday, December 8th

Post 1739 Holiday Party

Belleville, IL – Join us for great food, ugly sweaters and the best friends you could ask for celebrating the holidays. Please sign up to bring something…

Time: 2 PM

LSB @ Schmitty’s

Belleville, IL – It’s your favorite Sunday Funday event … enjoy the full band as they rock Schmitty’s in Belleville! Come on out for a great Sunday Funday with music & friends!

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

FBCC Christmas Night of Worship

Columbia, IL – Join us for FBCC Christmas Night of Worship. This will be a night of worship for the whole family! Come and join us as we will have Christmas music performed by the FBCC Worship Team, FBCC Choir, and even the kids. You don’t want to miss this amazing night of worship to help spread the joy of the Christmas season!

Time: 6 PM

Winter Market Festival

Edwardsville, IL – Who is ready to get in the holiday spirit? Edwardsville Parks and Recreation sure is!
On Saturday, December 7th Edwardsville’s City Park will be filled with local artisan vendors for you to shop till you drop…

Time: 12 PM

Millstadt Sister Cities 30th Annual Weihnachtsfest

Millstadt, IL – Craft Fair, German Food, Cookie Walk, Santa Claus, Millstadt Library Children’s Area, Attendance Prizes, St. Nikolaus Parade at Noon…

Time: 10 AM – 3:30 PM

 

Monday, December 9th

Cookie Decorating Class (Gingy Christmas)

Columbia, IL – Cost is $50 Your host: Jessica from Josie’s Cookie Jar Learn to beautifully decorate sugar cookies with royal icing. No experience necessary…

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

Spencer Homes Ribbon Cutting and Construction Activity!

Edwardsville, IL – Come celebrate the ribbon cutting of our Spencer Homes lobby! We will have a construction activity and construction hat giveaway from 10-12. The ribbon cutting is at 11am! 🚜 *Free for members or with paid admission for non-members.

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

 

Tuesday, December 10th

Santa’s Annual Visit

Belleville, IL – Bring the kiddos to get their picture taken with Santa (at no charge). We will have cookies and candy for the kiddos too…

Time: 5 PM

Dungeons and Dragons (11-17 yrs.)

Columbia, IL – Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Develop your problem solving and improve skills in this role-playing game with dragons, orcs, and other monstrous creatures! Game materials are provided along with snacks and drinks.

Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

 

Wednesday, December 11th

Advent Midweek Service – A moment to pause during the season

Columbia, IL – Join us Wednesday for an evening of dinner, fellowship, music, singing, prayer and pause.

Time: 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM

Wine & Wing Wednesdays at Copper Fire! 🔥

Belleville, IL – 🍷🍗 Wednesdays just got a whole lot tastier! Join us for Wine and Wing Wednesdays at our fabulous establishment! 🍷🍗

Time: 11 AM – 10 PM

Holiday Themed Run! – Christmas Pajama Run & Hot Cocoa Social

Edwardsville, IL – Join us for a Holiday themed group run! Wear your Christmas pajamas down the sidewalks of town and show your Holiday spirit! Everyone adventurous enough to wear Holiday pj’s will be entered into the raffle to WIN a great prize from RunWell!!

Time: 6:30 PM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For November 28th – December 4th, 2024

Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas! 

 

Thursday, November 28th

Turkey Burn @Monroe County YMCA

Columbia, IL – Join us on Thanksgiving morning for a circuit training at the local YMCA in the morning before that big meal. If you don’t have membership, get your FREE pass. I’m working on a special workout for us.

Time: 8 AM – 9 AM

Thanksgiving Buffet

Edwardsville, IL – …Salad bar, fruit display, carving station: prime rib, turducken, buffet: cornbread Dressing, mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes and gravy, salmon (pecan crusted and maple glaze), roasted root vegetables, house-made cranberry sauce, dinner rolls, assorted desserts…

Time: 12 PM

Open Mic Night

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

 

Friday, November 29th

Bella Friday🖤

Columbia, IL – 🖤Bella Friday at LBR🖤 Bring your best girls to shop with us for the best deals and holiday finds👀 With this event the early bird gets the best deal!..

Time: 6 AM – 9 AM

Belleville Christkindlmarkt

Belleville, IL – Get your Christmas shopping done and stop by to say hi!

Time: 11 AM

Black Friday Bourbon County Release

Edwardsville, IL – Friday, November 29, the Gooses arrive at Global Brew! Every year, Black Friday is all about the stouts at Global Brew. Specifically, Goose Island Bourbon County Stouts…

Time: 11 AM

All 4 Nothin

Smithton, IL – Some great music to add to your Thanksgiving weekend. Join us!

Time: 7 PM

Black Beer Friday at Stubborn German Brewing, Waterloo, IL

Waterloo, IL – Join us for our 9th annual Black Beer Friday with Black Beer and Doorbusters at Stubborn German Brewing Company in Waterloo, IL! We’re opening at 6am and will be pouring 18 of our blackest beers all day and night!

Time: 6 AM – 10 PM

Turkey Aftermath Weekend

Swansea, IL – The Biggest Sale of the Year is Coming to Twilight Comics!
Turkey Aftermath Weekend kicks off Friday, Nov. 29! 🎉

Time: Nov 29 at 9:30 AM – Dec 2 at 5 PM

 

Saturday, November 30th

Small Business Saturday

Columbia, IL – Event by Makers On Main Street

Time: 8 AM – 4 PM

43rd Annual Belleville Fall Arts & Craft Fair

Belleville, IL – Get ready for the Holiday season at the famous 43rd Annual Belleville Fall Arts & Craft Fair, one of the largest in the area! We will be there with our delectable Coffee, Tea and Hot Cocoa Bombs along a line up of treats. We will have a wide range of Holiday themed offerings.

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM

Shop Small, Shop Local!

Edwardsville, IL – Celebrate Small Business Saturday by visiting the wonderful, small, indie businesses in our community…

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

GLOW in the Dark Lighted Holiday Parade

Waterloo, IL – The GLOW in the Dark Lighted Holiday Parade has become a beloved holiday tradition in our community, and we welcome everyone to join us on Thanksgiving weekend as we usher in Christmas!

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

Tree Donation Pick-Up Days

Waterloo, IL – Event by Light Up the Holidays

Time: 6 PM

 

Sunday, December 1st

Seni’s Sweet Cakes at the MAEYSTOWN CHRISTKINDLMARKT

Columbia, IL – MAEYSTOWN CHRISTKINDLMARKT at ST. JOHN UCC, MAEYSTOWN

Time: 11 AM – 4 PM

Live Music: Live at 5-Christmas Music

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert inside our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Doc’s Smokehouse’s 6lb BBQ Sandwich Challenge

Edwardsville, IL – Friends around St Louis, Missouri and especially the Edwardsville, Illinois area of the United States!! At 3:00pm CST on Sunday, December 1, 2024, American professional eaters Randy Santel and Katina Eats Kilos will both be at Doc’s Smokehouse…

Time: 3 PM – 5 PM

10th Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting

Waterloo, IL – Join us in celebrating the lighting of the Community Christmas Tree on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. 

Time: 6:30 PM

Nutcracker Workshop

O’Fallon, IL – Tis the season to be MERRY, JOLLY and for all things Nutcracker.
Please join us to custom create your XXL masterpiece

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

 

Monday, December 2nd

Make A Difference Monday

Belleville, IL – Make plans for our last 2024 Make A Difference Monday at Cured and Cultured! Visit them on Monday, December 2!..

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Christmas With The Celts

Edwardsville, IL – The hit PBS special comes live to the intimate Wildey Theatre for a very special engagement.

Time: 7:30 PM

 

Tuesday, December 3rd

Novels at Night (Adult)

Columbia, IL – Join our book discussion on “Small Things Like These” by Claire Keegan. Request a copy from the catalog. Library will be providing appetizers from China Star in Columbia and beverages..

Time: 7 PM – 8 PM

Lighting Our Community

Belleville, IL – Join us for the 1st Annual Lighting Our Community, hosted by Hospice of Southern Illinois. As we enter the holiday season, this event serves as a time to come together, reflect, and honor those we’ve loved and lost…

Time: 5 PM – 5:30 PM

Holiday Happy Hours at Off The Record – We’re Back!

Edwardsville, IL – 🎄✨ We’re back and better than ever for the holidays! After last year’s incredible Holiday Happy Hours, we’re thrilled to announce we’re expanding the fun in 2024! Join us Tuesdays AND Wednesdays in December for festive nights filled with holiday cheer…

Time: 5 PM – 9 PM

Pictures with Santa

Waterloo, IL – Pictures with Santa are being hosted by The Amy Hank Team-KW Pinnacle and the Jason Chandler Team!

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

 

Wednesday, December 4th

Holiday Wreath Decorating Class

Belleville, IL – Experience the joys of the holiday spirit as you create a gorgeous evergreen wreath. This workshop, held in our Cider Shed, will offer you the opportunity to craft a beautiful seasonal decoration…

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Christmas Bingo At The Ink House

Edwardsville, IL – Get ready to make your December extra festive at The Ink House! We’re bringing holiday cheer to happy hour with special Christmas-themed Bingo nights on December 4th and December 18th…

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

WILD WEDNESDAY!!🤠 CHRISTMAS EDITION🎄

Waterloo, IL – ‼️WILD WEDNESDAY CHRISTMAS EDITION‼️
Bring your boots, Santa hats & ugly Christmas Sweaters!!🤪 BOOT SCOOT & BOOGIE to Sugar Spring South on 12/4!!!🤠👢

Time: 6 PM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For November 21st – November 27th, 2024

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Thursday, November 21st

Thanksgiving Picture Day

Belleville, IL – Bring your pups to All Paws Inn on Thursday, November 21st, for a fun-filled day at daycare and a special Thanksgiving photo shoot! Your fur babies will get to enjoy their day with friends and take home a festive photo to capture the holiday spirit..

Time: 12 PM

Death Cafe Offering Coffee, Hot Tea & Cake. And Conversation

Belleville, IL – Pour Coffeehouse 322 east Main Street Belleville, Proudly Presents A traditional Death Cafe Offering Coffee, Hot Tea & Cake. And Conversation…

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

C.R.O.W.N. Sparklefest 2024

Columbia, IL – You are invited to our special fundraising event for our local High School Seniors Ladies. Indulge in some Retail Therapy, Appetizer’s and Drinks. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable shopping experience that makes a difference!…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Snowflake Bottle Painting event

Smithton, IL – Come make yourself a lighted Christmas bottle during Turkeys on the Loose! Only $10!!!!

Time:  6 PM – 8 PM

Pasta Extravaganza

Edwardsville, IL -Take a tour of Italy with our Pasta Extravaganza on November 21st!

Time: 5 PM

 

Friday, November 22nd

2nd Annual “Friends”giving Trivia Night at The Weingarten

Belleville, IL – Grab your friends and join us for our 2nd Annual “Friends”giving Trivia Night on Fri, Nov 22nd! Our bartenders will be there for you to meet all of your beverage needs…

Time: 4 PM – 8:30 PM

The Beach Boys Tribute at the Sand Bank School Historical…

Columbia, IL – Come listen to The Beach Boys Tribute at the Sand Bank School Historical Society’s 2024 Fall Fundraiser. At this time of Thanksgiving, the Society thanks the numerous individual volunteers and businesses that contributed to the restoration of the 122-year-old schoolhouse and…

Time: 5 PM

The Core

Smithton, IL – The Core is making its Pete’s debut. Come check them out!!

Time: 7 PM

Deer Widow Weekend

Swansea, IL – Join us for our annual Deer Widow Weekend, November 22th-24th. While the husbands are away, the wives will play! It’s all about the “thrill of the hunt”— but hunting for great pieces to add to your Fall wardrobe!

Time: Nov 22 at 10 AM – Nov 24 at 4 PM

Journeyman – A Tribute to Eric Clapton

Edwardsville, IL – This band is fronted by award winning guitarist and vocalist, Shaun Hague (touring/ recording credits include Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Amos Lee, John Waite)

Time: 8 PM

 

Saturday, November 23rd

Swiftie Saturday @ Sawdust & Glitter

Belleville, IL – Calling all Swifties! come join us to paint a Swiftie board, make friendship bracelets, & meet Courtney from Taylor Made. Take photos, trade bracelets, and get crafty!! ***you only need to purchase a ticket for those who are participating in the activities (painting, bracelet making..) You do not need a ticket to shop

Time: 12 PM

Live Music: Boulderdash Lite: A Country Setting

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert inside our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Cookie Decorating Class (Fall Vibes)

Columbia, IL – Cost is $50 Your host: Jessica from Josie’s Cookie Jar Learn to beautifully decorate sugar cookies with royal icing. No experience necessary. Each student takes home 6 cookies that they decorate along with all of the supplies needed…

Time: 11 AM – 1 PM

Columbia bowling alley Here we come

Columbia, IL – Come join DARK HORSE at the Columbia City Saloon November 23rd for rocking good time

Time: 8 PM – 12 PM

The Turn Abouts Band

Smithton, IL – Come enjoy the music from The Turn Abouts !

Time: 7 PM

Lip balm at holiday market

Swansea, IL – Addisons smelly’s will be selling different types of lip balm! Come one, come all! Have fun!

Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

 

Sunday, November 24th

Live Music: Dustin Coleman

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert inside our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 1 PM-  4 PM

R&N @ Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Great food, staff & owners!!

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Dressage Fix-a-Test Show

Columbia, IL – Dressage Fix-a-Test is a great opportunity to ride your test of choice (English or Western) before our amazing judge Jackie Jackson…

Time: 8 AM – 5 PM

WISHBONE ASH “The Wish List Tour” + Argus Live (Sunday)

Edwardsville, IL – WISHBONE ASH “The Wish List Tour” (Sunday). WISHBONE ASH “The Wish List Tour” + ARGUS Live. This is the Wishbone Ash show that ticket buyers will help determine the set-list…

Time: 7 PM

 

Monday, November 25th

Smithton PTO Thanksgiving Produce Box

Smithton, IL – ON SALE NOW!!! Cusumano & Sons Thanksgiving Produce Boxes Support the Smithton PTO by purchasing a fresh produce box full of items you can use at your Thanksgiving table…

Time: 3 PM – 5 PM

Nothing but Vinyl Club

Edwardsville, IL – Vinyl is back, and EPL is where to get it. In addition to the new vinyl collection gracing our library shelves, you finally get a chance to listen to and share your favorite vinyl in the library with other enthusiasts and no one is going to shush you!

Time: 6 PM – 7:30 PM

 

Tuesday, November 26th

Regular Meeting

Belleville, IL – Event by Veterans Assistance Commission of St. Clair County

Time: 7 PM

DIY Dish Flower Class

Columbia, IL – Event by Makers On Main Street and My Crafting Attic

Time: 6 PM –  8:30 PM

Planes, Trains and Automobiles ($3 Movie Tuesday)

Edwardsville, IL – Wildey $3 Movie Tuesday 7pm (doors open 6pm) Tuesday • November 26

Time: 7 PM

Knitting and Crochet Night

Millstadt, IL – Event by Millstadt Library

Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM

Name That Tune Trivia

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

 

Wednesday, November 27th

Community Yoga

Belleville, IL – Join us every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. for gentle yoga in the bookstore’s book-filled, neoclassical space. We have partnered with Yoga on Main to offer this wonderful way to start the day!..

Time: 7 AM – 10 AM

Turkey Shootout

Edwardsville, IL – Pick your team and let the fun begin during our Turkey Shootout November 27th!
Make your reservation today (618) 656-9380

Time: 8:30 AM

Children’s Story Time

Millstadt, IL – Children’s Story time every Wednesday at 11 a.m.

Time: 11 AM – 12 PM

2nd Annual Thanksgiving Eve Party

Waterloo, IL – Event by The Silo at Route 3. Join us for our 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Eve Party!

Time: 5 PM – 1 AM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For November 14th – November 20th, 2024

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Thursday, November 14th

1933 Bourbon Club

Edwardsville, IL – You are invited to join us for a brand new exclusive monthly dinner experience that we’re calling the 1933 Bourbon Club…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Christmas in November — Cookies for Santa

Edwardsville, IL – Join us for a fun filled night!!! This year’s theme is Cookies for Santa! This night will be all about fun and socializing…

Time: 6 PM

Thanksgiving Enrichment Workshop

Waterloo, IL – Join us at Three Tails for a special Thanksgiving Enrichment Workshop designed just for your furry friends!..

Time: 6 PM

KARAOKE THURSDAY @ VICES BAR – 8PM

Red Bud, IL – Event by Vices Bar

Time: 8 PM – 11 PM

 

Friday, November 15th

Coffee Connect

Columbia, IL – Parents and guardians of young school age kids are meeting up at Columbia Library to connect with others! All are welcome, including littles that have not yet started school!

Time: 9 AM – 10 AM

Adoption Event

Belleville, IL – Join Partners for Pets for an in-store adoption event, Friday 11/16 from 3PM to 7PM as we continue our visits at the Belleville IL Petsmart!

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Inaugural Charity Bourbon Raffle Fundraiser

Edwardsville, IL – The Edwardsville Knights of Columbus is holding their inagural charity boubon raffle. All proceeds from this event will go towards scholarships for children attending St. Bonface and St. Mary’s Parish Grade Schools…

Time: 7:30 PM

The Great Roll Toss: Southern Style Event

Smithton, IL – Join us for an absolutely unique and fun filled event here at No-Jacks. We will be THROWING rolls across the dining room for customers to catch and snack on while they wait for their food…

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Wok-O Taco Food Truck

Millstadt, IL – Mexican Style Street Tacos with Asian Flair

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Workforce Fundamentals

Red Bud, IL – Event by Southwestern Illinois College Red Bud Campus

Time: 9 AM – 1 PM

 

Saturday, November 16th

Chicken and Dumplings Dinner!

Columbia, IL – It’s chicken and dumplings time! *NEW TASTIER RECIPE* Only $12 a meal, all proceeds go to charity

Time: 11 AM – 4 PM

Glo Bingo — Jozie Strong

Belleville, IL – Come support The Kraemer Family & wear pink for Jozie! Snacks are welcome. Cash bar. Silent auction items & lots of fun games in between. We hope to see you there…

Time: 6 PM

Eise Online Treasures at Belleville Flea Market

Belleville, IL – ONE OF THE BIGGEST PREMIER INDOOR AND OUTDOOR FLEA MARKETS!

Time: 8 AM – 4 PM

Land of Goshen Community Market- Winter Market | 

Edwardsville, IL – Shop local from many of your favorite vendors…

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

Pet Portrait Ornament Event

Swansea, IL – Join us this Saturday from 10 to 4 for our Pet Portrait Ornament Event

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM

Jukebox Bingo

Red Bud, IL – Jukebox Bingo presented by UltraPlay – All proceeds will fund the new Red Bud dog park..

Time: 6 PM

 

Sunday, November 17th

Grand Opening

Columbia, IL – Event by Phoenix House Salon Suites

Time: 2 PM

The Weingarten Holiday Market

Belleville, IL – ***VENDOR SPOTS ARE FULL*** Join us on November 17th for our annual Holiday Market featuring local vendors and live music from Jonathan Baker!..

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Santa Minis w/ Suzy DeVries Photography!

Edwardsville, IL – Santa Mini Session 2024 Your little ones will get special one-on-one time with Santa while I capture these magical holiday moments for your family to cherish for years to come…

Time: 3 PM – 6:40 PM

R&N @ The Roost Bar & Grill

Smithton, IL – Formerly CJ’s Bar & Grill in Smithton, IL

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

Mini Metaphysical Fair

Waterloo, IL – 💫Ready to explore the mystical and awaken your spirit? Join us at Kodiak Hollow…

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Annual Turkey Day – Meat Raffle & Dinner

Millstadt, IL – Event by Millstadt VFW Post 7980

Time: 11 AM

 

Monday, November 18th

Monday Night Football Buffet at Silver Creek w/ $15 Domestic Buckets

Belleville, IL – Hey Hey Metro East Football Fanatics! Silver Creek has a great Monday Night Football Buffet from 7pm til 9pm…

Time: 7 PM – 9 PM

Staying Healthy for the Holidays: A Q&A Session with a Pharmacist

Edwardsville, IL – Bring all your questions and concerns for staying healthy this season as you join registered pharmacist, Christina Schulze, for a Q&A session about staying healthy through the holidays…

Time: 11 AM

Make & Take Monday – Snowman

Waterloo, IL – Join us for *Make and Take Monday* at Farm Girl Finds…

Time: 2 PM

 

Tuesday, November 19th

Lego Club (4-12 yrs)

Columbia, IL – Free build with Legos, try out our LEGO challenge cards, or take on our monthly challenge! Recommended for ages 4-12 yrs.

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM

November Art Club: Christmas Gift-Making

Belleville, IL – Event by 1020 Artworks Studio

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

November Happy Hours in Off the Record

Edwardsville, IL – Event by The Ink House. Fall is in full swing, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Off the Record at The Ink House for another month of amazing cocktails, great vibes, and fun-filled nights…

Time: 5 PM – 9 PM

St. John the Baptist Catholic School Queen of Hearts Raffle

Smithton, IL – St. John the Baptist Catholic School is excited to announce our Queen of Hearts Raffle at Pete’s Hard Stop in Smithton, Illinois

Time: 8 PM – 8:15 PM

Rock n Roll Bingo

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

 

Wednesday, November 20th

Community Yoga

Belleville, IL – Join us every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. for gentle yoga in the bookstore’s book-filled, neoclassical space…

Time: 7 AM – 10 AM

Making the Most of Time with Loved Ones with Dementia

Belleville, IL – Nurse Practitioner, Matt Huelsmann, will teach us how to make the most out of our time spent with loved ones living with dementia…

Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM

Adult Crochet Club

Edwardsville, IL – ether you’re new to crochet or a seasoned stitcher, come join us to learn new techniques, share tips, and connect with other adult crocheters…

Time: 3 PM – 5 PM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For November 7th – November 13th, 2024

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Thursday, November 7th

5th Annual Festival of Christmas presented by Monroe County…

Columbia, IL – 🎄 Festival of Christmas Fundraiser 🎄 Join us at Turner Hall on Thursday, November 7th for a fun-filled evening of holiday cheer! Enjoy: ✨ Cash & carry shopping with select vendors…

Time: 5:30 PM

Beginner Sourdough Mini Workshop

Columbia, IL – Event by Makers On Main Street and Shawn Scheidt

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM

The Simpletons Return to the Venue

Belleville, IL – ATTENTION boomers, ex-hippies and Americana Music aficionados of all stripes: The Simpletons are back for another First Thursday show. This feisty vocal trio of background singers gone rogue aim to please with their versions of the best rock, blues and country from the 60’s – 80’s…

Time: 7 PM

Weller Bourbon Dinner 2024

Edwardsville, IL – The Executive Chef from our sister company Brick + Bramble has prepared a three-course menu to complement six offerings from Weller’s Complete Lineup…

Time: 6 PM

Dental Day and Candy Give Back!

Edwardsville, IL – Our Exhibit Sponsor Edwardsville Family Dentist will be giving away free toothbrushes! Bring a pound of candy and receive $1 discount ($1 off per person). We will also have a dental craft!

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

 

Friday, November 8th

Busy Bins Pop Up

Columbia, IL – Busy Bins Pop Up @ Columbia Coffee Pot

Time: 7 AM – 11 AM

Large Item Pick-Up

Columbia, IL – Event by City of Columbia, IL – Government

Time: 6 AM – 3 PM

Live Music: Dade Farrar

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Social Lite Acoustic

Smithton, IL – Event by Pete’s Hard Stop. Great acoustic duo. Come check them out!

Time: 8 PM

Holiday Open House

Swansea, IL – Join us for our Holiday Open House! Get all your holiday shopping done early at both Peace by Piece AND Muttley & Me’s annual Holiday Open House!

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM

 

Saturday, November 9th

Edwardsville High School Art & Craft Fair

Edwardsville, IL – Get ready to stuff those stockings at the Edwardsville High School Art & Craft Fair. Shop from local crafters and artists at this 2 day event…

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM

ZIENA’S MISTLETOE MARKET

Edwardsville, IL – We are SO EXCITED to be bringing you the 2nd annual MISTLETOE MARKET at City Park in Edwardsville!…

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Make & Take Charcuterie Holiday Wreaths

Waterloo, IL – Want to learn how to make your own charcuterie wreaths just in time for the holidays? Becky’s Boards will be teaching a class at Farm Girl Finds. Cost is $45/pp

Time: 12 PM – 2 PM

Jarrod Lutz & Matt Gadeken play Vintage Wine Bar

Waterloo, IL – Always love to scoot on down to Waterloo, Illinois to play at Vintage Wine Bar and this time I’ll be joined by the talented Matt Gadeken!

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

November 9 Craft Fair & Vendor Event

Swansea, IL – Gypsy Dreams & Hippie Things, LLC is hosting and coordinating craft fairs again this year!! They will be held every 2nd Saturday of every month

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

QP November Fish Fry

Belleville, IL – And just like that, they’re back! We will have 5 Fish Frys this year with 2 in the Fall and 3 in Lent. Mark your calendars and plan to attend.

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM

 

Sunday, November 10th

Ryan Notling

Smithton, IL – Event by The Roost Bar & Grill. 

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Celebration of life for Harv Ries

Waterloo, IL – Event by Dazed n Confused STL. Join us to celebrate the life of Harv Ries

Time: 1 PM

Live Music: Jack Twesten

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

BMTA Wurstmarkt

Belleville, IL – Sausage dinner and meat market

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Inaugural Sisters Empowerment Exchange Brunch

Belleville, IL – An afternoon of powerful conversations, inspiration, and sisterhood featuring dynamic women who are breaking barriers and sharing their stories.

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

 

Monday, November 11th

Make & Take Monday – Lil’ Country Church

Waterloo, IL – Event by Farm Girl Finds. Make & Take Monday – Lil’ Country Church
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create a rustic wooden church. Using Dixie Belle chalk paint, we’ll guide you through the process of painting, texturing and distressing the wood to give it a charming…

Time: 2 PM – 4 PM

Sips & Books in the Garden

Belleville, IL – Join us for a delightful evening of literary exploration at our ‘Blind Date with a Book’ event hosted in our beautiful beer garden at Sullivan’s.

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Veterans Day Special

Belleville, IL – Unlimited Laser Tag, Go Karts and Bumper Cars + $10 Arcade Game Card. All for Only $30 per person.

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

GriefShare Group

Fairview Heights, IL – A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Throughout this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect and what is “normal” in grief and gain solid support every step of the way.

Time: 6:30 PM – 8 PM

Universus Constructed ••• Learn to Play @ IGC

Fairview Heights, IL – Are you a My Hero fan? How about Godzilla…or Tekken…or Attack on Titan? Have you played the new TCG that combines all of these franchises into one?…

Time: 6 PM

 

Tuesday, November 12th

St. John the Baptist Catholic School Queen of Hearts Raffle

Smithton, IL – St. John the Baptist Catholic School is excited to announce our Queen of Hearts Raffle at Pete’s Hard Stop in Smithton, Illinois…

Time: 8 PM – 8:15 PM

November Meeting

Belleville, IL – This monthly meeting we will be electing the upcoming years’ officials and confirming their job duties. Discussing upcoming events and recommendations

Time: 6:30 PM

Sing and Stomp

Fairview Heights, IL – Get your wiggles out with music, movement, and games! We’ll develop important skills and literacy through dance and song.

Time: 10:30 AM

 

Wednesday, November 13th

Community Yoga

Belleville, IL – Join us every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. for gentle yoga in the bookstore’s book-filled, neoclassical space.

Time: 7 AM – 10 AM

Dine Out For Helping Strays and On-Site Adoption Event

Columbia, IL – A portion of the sales will be donated to Helping Strays. BUT – WAIT — There’s more —– ON SITE ADOPTION EVENT!

Time: 5 PM

Artist Lecture Series

Fairview Heights, IL – The Artist Lecture Series is presented by Catharine Magel and ArtVillage. Learn more at artvillagefoundation.org/about/

Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For October 31st – November 6th, 2024

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Thursday, October 31st

Costume Contest & Halloween Party

Columbia, IL – Dress up in your favorite costume and come have a grand ole time with us! We will have FREE FOOD, Queen of Hearts, drink specials and more! Tarot card readings will be FREE starting at 6:00 as well!

Time: 6 PM

SPOOKY DRINK- today only! 👻💀🎃

Columbia, IL – Spooky kids drink, & lotus drink pop up!

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

Drop Dead Vintage Grand Opening

Belleville, IL – Come shop at Drop Dead Vintage’s new brick and mortar in the heart of downtown Belleville, Illinois! From 6-10 pm full racks..

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

 

Friday, November 1st

New Merch Drop!

Columbia, IL – Event by The Coffee Pot

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

Seals and Crofts 2 – Added Night!!

Belleville, IL – Seals and Crofts 2 Debuts at the Venue!

Time: 7 PM

C. Thomas Howell with screening of The Outsiders…

Belleville, IL – Screening of the movie, The Outsiders, as you spend an evening with actor C Thomas Howell (Ponyboy) and he tells stories from his experiences on the set of the movie along with a…

Time: 8 PM

Dustin Coleman

Smithton, IL – Dustin Coleman performing at Pete’s Hard Stop 12/1

Time: 8 PM

Autumn Appliance Yard Sale

Edwardsville, IL – Stop by our Autumn Appliance Yard Sale this weekend! We’ve got tons of open-box, clearance, used, and new appliances for sale that need a new home! Laundry units, ranges, …

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM

 

Saturday, November 2nd

Poultry & Pilsner Dinner Dance

Columbia, IL – Join us for a delicious chicken dinner, silent auction, and dancing!

Time: 6 PM

Blue Jay Football Annual Meat Shoot & Inside Meat Raffle

Columbia, IL – Join us for a day filled with meaty excitement and friendly competition at the Blue Jay Football Annual Outside Meat Shoot & Inside Meat Raffle! Whether you’re a sharpshooter ready…

Time: 11 AM

The Outsiders Book Discussion

Belleville, IL – Join us the day after the screening and conversation of The Outsiders at The Lincoln Theater (featuring C. Thomas Howell) for a group conversation about the classic book and movie.

Time: 4 PM

Vegan Vibes Belleville Fest

Belleville, IL – Come join us Downtown Belleville for a Vegan/Veggie Day! We will be celebrating National Vegan Month by offering our customers a wide variety of places to try plant-based foods &…

Time: 1 PM – 6 PM

SABBATH The Complete Black Sabbath Experience

Edwardsville, IL – THE AMAZING TRIBUTE TO BLACK SABBATH AND OZZY RETURNS TO THE WILDEY THEATRE! Sabbath “The Complete Black Sabbath Experience” performing The 50 plus Years of Black Sabbath show …

Time: 8 PM

 

Sunday, November 3rd

Sola Wood Flower Dyeing Class: Create Your Own Cornucopia!

Columbia, IL – Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to dye sola wood flowers and arrange them into a beautiful fall cornucopia! Perfect for your Thanksgiving table or autumn decor…

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM

Elite Equine & Rider Performance Biomechanical Corrective Clinic

Millstadt, IL – Join Dr. Tyler Stahlman and his partner Lindsey Cross for a biomechanics clinic for riders and equine. Their work focuses on helping the equine and human athlete perform to their optimal ability…

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Wurstmarkt Pork Sausage Dinner and Polka Mass

Belleville, IL – Click on the flyer pictured above for all the details–serving time, prices, music performance times, location. Music by Polka Connection at the 10:30 AM Mass on November 3, 2024 …

Time: 10:30 AM

“The Dude Abides” Back @ Copper Fire w/Some New Songs! NO COVER

Belleville, IL – We’re back in Belleville with some NEW SONGS for your listening pleasure! It’s a Sunday Funday Event!..

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

Dining in History

Edwardsville, IL – Every year, the Madison County Historical Society (MCHS) chooses a historic location for their Dining in History event. For this year’s dinner on November 3, the location is where …

Time: 12 PM

 

Monday, November 4th

Monday Night Football Buffet at Silver Creek…

Belleville, IL – Hey Hey Metro East Football Fanatics! Silver Creek has a great Monday Night Football Buffet from 7pm til 9pm. Get all your tasty favorites for only $16 per person plus tax and enjoy…

Time: 7 PM – 9 PM

Football Frenzy

Edwardsville, IL – Event by The Clubhouse Sports Lounge + Kitchen

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

 

Tuesday, November 5th

Cozy Knit Blanket DIY

Columbia, IL – Join us for a DIY workshop featuring COZY Knit Blankets!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Large Item Pick-Up

Columbia, IL –  Event by City of Columbia, IL – Government

Time: 6 AM – 3 PM

St. John the Baptist Catholic School Queen of Hearts Raffle

Smithton, IL – St. John the Baptist Catholic School is excited to announce our Queen of Hearts Raffle at Pete’s Hard Stop in Smithton, Illinois.

Time: 8 PM – 8:15 PM

 

Wednesday, November 6th

Community Yoga

Belleville, IL – Join us every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. for gentle yoga in the bookstore’s book-filled, neoclassical space…

Time: 7 AM – 10 AM

Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night

Belleville, IL – Wednesday…get cozy and enjoy Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night…our pairing will be succulent! Templeton Rye 4yr Whiskey and Cuba Libre One The Brute (4×60)! All for just $20!

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

 

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For October 24th – October 30th, 2024

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Thursday, October 24th

Witches Night Out – Pub Crawl

Smithton, IL Event hosted by Pete’s Hard Stop, The Tailgate, and The Roost Bar & Grill! How to Enter The Spellbinding Prize Drawing: Visit all 3 stops and get your magical stamp at each location!

Seniors’ Club (55+ yrs)

Columbia, IL – The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club! Join us Thursdays at 11am at the American Legion hall. All are welcome!! People can choose to socialize or be apart of the weekly activity and it is $5.50 for the lunch.

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

 

Friday, October 25th

Live Music: Joe Camel and the Caucasians

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

The Great Pumpkin Hunt

Belleville, IL – Join us for a fun-filled day at The Weingarten as we embark on the ultimate pumpkin adventure! Get ready to dive into a world of pumpkin madness with our exciting event…

Time: 5 PM

Hardin & Wolz at Chateau La Vin!

Columbia, IL – Hardin & Wolz are great musicians who love to play music! Dave and John will play some of your favorite country and singer-songwriter tunes and a few originals.

Time: 7 PM

Stacey Cooper Foundation Third Annual Golf Tournament

Waterloo, IL – Event by Stacey Cooper Foundation, Amy Cooper and McKenzie Keen

Time: 8 AM

Jammin’ On The Grapevines @ Schorr Lake Winery

Waterloo, IL – Free event with suggested donation of $5 Come on come all for ripe jams and sweet wine, ripe of the grapevine! If you love to play music, please feel inclined to bring your instrument of choice and play some tunes! Scheduled music throughout the night includes

Time: 6 PM

 

Saturday, October 26th

2nd Annual Fall Festival

Smithton, IL – Join us for our 2ND ANNUAL Fall Festival. This was so much fun last year, and we hope to see you all again this year! This event is for the community and is FREE. We are changing it a little to include a trunk or treat from 2-3 this year…

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

MABC MUSIC TRIVIA

Smithton, IL – The music trivia is quickly approaching. Let’s rock this event and raise some money to help support the FCHS athletes! Looking for teams to participate

Time: 6 PM – 11 PM

Monster Mash featuring Superjam

Belleville, IL – Get ready to rock this Halloween at Monster Mash, featuring an unforgettable live concert by Superjam! Come decked out in your best rock ‘n roll-themed costume and join us for a night of thrilling music, dancing, and Halloween fun…

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

Open DIY Hat Bar

Columbia, IL – Join us for an open DIY Hat Bar! Choose from numerous colors and styles of hats for your perfect fit and then DECORATE! Whether you want a simple hat or a statement piece this is the class to come make the hat of your dreams…

Time: 12 PM – 2 PM

Halloween Party & Adult Costume Contest

Waterloo, IL – Hey Ghouls and Goblins, you won’t BOO-lieve this! It’s our 1ST Annual Halloween Party! Come dressed your best (or worst) for our Adults Costume Contest! Winners will be announced @ 10PM! Prizes for Best Dressed, Best Couple, Funniest, & Scariest costumes!

Time: 9 PM – 1 AM

 

Sunday, October 27th

Kent Ehrhardt and The Blue Moon Blues Band is BACK at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – FINALLY! We can’t wait! We all get to enjoy Kent and The Blue Moon Blues Band back on this Sunday Funday!..

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

Trunk-or-Treat

Belleville, IL – Get the kids in their costumes and join us for a night of candy, free food and giveaways!

Time: 5:30 PM

Ghost and Goblins Gathering for our annual trunk or treats

Belleville, IL – Join us for a free gathering with treats, games, and balloon animals! We’ll have walking Fritos/chili bags, dogs and chips, and candy at the table to hand out…

Time: 1 PM – 5 PM

ARMENIAN CULTURAL DAY CELEBRATION

Swansea, IL – Event by Holy Virgin Mary & Shoghagat Armenian Church

Time: 12 PM

 

Monday, October 28th

Monday Night Football Buffet at Silver Creek…

Belleville, IL – Hey Hey Metro East Football Fanatics! Silver Creek has a great Monday Night Football Buffet from 7pm til 9pm. Get all your tasty favorites for only $16 per person plus tax and enjoy Ice Cold $15 Buckets – $18 Premium Buckets while you watch the game on our 18 – 75inch screens!

Time: 7 PM – 9 PM

Freddy’s at Belleville Crossing Fundraiser

Belleville, IL – Freddy’s Fundraiser funds on Monday Oct 28th from 4-8p, will go to all the activities QP MCS supports…

Time: 4 PM – 8 PM

Socktober Donation Drive

Swansea, IL – Cantwell Crossing and Northbrooke Commons residents, throughout the month of October are hosting a Sock Donation Drive for those in need before the cooler temps settle in!..

Time: 8 AM – 5 PM

 

Tuesday, October 29th

Babygarten (6-18 mos)

Columbia, IL – Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes…

Time: 9:15 AM – 10 AM

Live & Online Land Auction…

Waterloo, IL – Live & Online Auction: Waterloo Country Club Drive  174 ± Acres, Monroe, IL – 6 Tracts Live & Online Auction: Waterloo Country Club Drive – 174 ± Acres, Monroe, IL – 6 Tracts

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

LEGO Day

Red Bud, IL – Join us for our October LEGO Day.
We have small, medium and large LEGOs available to build with.
All ages welcome, those 8 and under must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
No registration required

Time: 1 PM – 6 PM

Weekly Tuesday Yoga Class

Red Bud, IL – Event by Health Focus Counseling & Yoga

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

 

Wednesday, October 30th

Halloween Charcuterie Board Workshop

Columbia, IL – Join Grazeful Gatherings’ owner, Candi Graves, for a hands-on workshop experience where you learn how to create this SPOOKY and delicious charcuterie board…. Just in time for Halloween!

Time: 6:30 PM

Halloween Cookie Pop Up

Millstadt, IL – Heated garage will be set up with cookies and hot chocolate bombs. Everything is self serve. There will be bags for you to fill up with goodies. QR codes will be placed on tables for easy pay

Time: 10 AM – 6 PM

 

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For February 15th – February 21st, 2024

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Thursday, February 15th 

Singer Songwriter – Venue on Main 

Belleville, IL – The Venue will host a drop in for local Singer Songwriters. This is so fun! We really have great talent!
Start Time: 7:00 PM 

 

Friday, February 16th

Seoul Taco Food Truck – Millpond Brewing 

Millstadt, IL – Award winning Korean BBQ Food Truck and Store. Top 101 Best Food Trucks in the Nation by Daily Meal. Winners of Best Food Truck by RFT, Sauce Magazine, Alive Magazine, St. Louis Magazine.
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 

Steve Kirn – Seven Belleville 

Belleville, IL – It’s 70s, 80s, and 90s rock night at Seven Belleville this Friday! Featuring Steve Kirn of St. Louis, MO!
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 

Saloonatics – Swansea Improvement Association 

Swansea, IL – Join us this Friday night for live music performed by the Saloonatics!
Time: 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM

American Slang – Copper Fire 

Belleville, IL – American Slang is taking the stage this Friday from 8 -11 PM. Come out enjoy all of your favorite Classic Rock songs from the 60’s – 90’s alongside Copper Fire’s great food and drink selection!
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Fry Project – Silver Creek Saloon Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Hello there! My name is Roy Fry and I represent Fry Project.  We play rock, a mix of blues-rock and southern-rock like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Allman Bros, Jimi Hendrix, Robin Trower, Albert King, Freddie King, Bad Company, ZZ Top, Black Sabbath, Black Crowes, Cream, Joe Walsh, CCR, The Doors, Steppenwolf, Jeff Healey, Reo Speedwagon, including some blues classics and a few newer Rock songs like Blackberry Smoke and Joe Bonamassa etc. We also offer some unique creativity by blending songs and changing song arrangements at times. Hope you like what you hear!
Time: 8:30 PM – 12:30 AM

All out 90’s Adult Skate – Skate City Belleville 

Belleville, IL – We’re rollin it back, old skool! Bust out that Tommy Hilfiger, CK one, and baggy jeans and join the biggest 90’s party on skates! Dress up encouraged, but not required.
Time: 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM

 

Saturday, February 17th

Curious Kids Series – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms 

Belleville, IL – We are excited to bring back our Kids Fair every in February from 9am – 1pm in our Belleville Country Store! This exciting kid’s event is filled with all kinds of fun activities for children of all ages. From kids’ entertainment, games and hands on activities, your family will have a fun filled day. Each Saturday will be a different theme for the kids fair to keep things exciting and offer another reason for you to spend the day with us. Mark your calendar and plan on joining us for some warm indoor fun on the farm! Cost: $6/child (2-12 years old). For tickets, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 

February Flea Market – Belle Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center 

Belleville, IL – Come out and visit our Flea Market. You can search for the unique item you’ve been looking for!
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

Adam Harbison – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms 

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert inside our NEW Cider Shed! This concert is FREE and family-friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed.
Start Time: 1:00 PM 

Super Saturday Bingo – Belleville/ Swansea Moose Lodge #1221

Swansea, IL – Doors Open at 11:00 AM, Early Bird Game at 12:45 PM, Bingo starts at 1:00 PM. There will be 50/50 drawing and a basket raffle that everyone can participate in. If you bring a canned good you get one free card.
Start Time: 11:00 AM 

Eric Prewitt Band -Chateau La Vin 

Columbia, IL – The best ‘lil winebar ever!! Come to this amazing atmosphere for live music, drinks, and food.
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM 

Joints22 – Copper Fire 

Belleville, IL – Here we go our Illinois peeps we’ll be back at Copper Fire Saturday, February 17th we hope to see everyone there!
Time: 8:00 PM 

Rock Solid – Columbia City Saloon

Columbia, IL – Come early, get some dinner. Love the food and enjoy the music.
Start Time: 8:00 PM

Valentine’s Day Comedy Showcase – Margarita Mexican Restaurant 

Belleville, IL – Come out to Margarita’s for a comedy show with Scott James, Ellie Kirchhoefer, Jack Wright, and your host Jeff Phipps. For tickets, click here.
Start Time: 8:00 PM

 

Sunday, February 18th

February Flea Market – Belle Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center 

Belleville, IL – Come out and visit our Flea Market. You can search for the unique item you’ve been looking for!
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 

Watercoloring Basics 2 – Makers On Main Street

Columbia, IL – Come and learn some Watercoloring Basics 2 with Christina Gilchrist Watercolorist! What you’ll learn: Mixing hues to make skin tones, shading, underpainting, and how to create more depth in your painting. Tips on how to maximize your brushstrokes and how to pick the right brush for your projects. How to finish your painting without overpainting. What you’ll need: Basic watercolor knowledge, attendance in Watercolor Basics class or other. Bring a picture you’d like to paint or choose one of mine. Necessary supplies to bring: watercolor paint palette or tubes, brushes, water cup, and paper (140lb. Cold press), and hair dryer. For tickets, click here.
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 

Painting Party – Ace’s Wild Video Gaming Parlor

Columbia, IL – Join us and Art2Go Studio to get your house ready for the spring and summer! We will have multiple options for you to paint on up here while you sip on some cheap drinks and maybe even a specialty drink or two! Must sign up prior to the event so we can get you’re project figured out in advance. Price and designing options coming at a later date!
Start Time: 4:00 PM 

 

Monday, February 19th

For ALL Yoga – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville

Belleville, IL – A traditional Hatha yoga class. Centering, Warm the body, Asana, Relaxation and Savasana. This is a friendly class where you will learn asana (poses). For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM

 

Tuesday, February 20th

Strengthen & Stretch – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville 

Belleville, IL – This movement class include Balance, Strength & Flexibility. We will use body-weight, tubes, bands and/or dumbbells. The class will finish with long slow stretching. For tickets, click here.
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM

Tuesday Night Trivia – Shoehorn Brewing 

Belleville, ILFree Pop culture trivia this Tuesday! Build a team, find a team, or be a lone wolf trivia-dominating machine!
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Wednesday, February 21st

Stress & Anxiety Release – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville 

Belleville, IL – Open to ALL skill levels. No Yoga experience is necessary. A mindful slower-paced class that consist of gentle floor movements, stretches and meditation. In addition, restorative poses that promote relaxation and calm to a stressed and agitated Nervous System. You will emerge feeling enlightened and rejuvenated. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Skate Night – Skate City Belleville

Belleville, IL – Join us for a night full of skating. Bring your friends and enjoy your time around the rink!
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For February 7th – February 14th, 2024

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Thursday, February 8th

Valentine’s Mixology Date Night or Galentine’s – Bennie’s Pizza Pub 

Belleville, IL – Grab your significant other, or make this a girls night out! We are back with fun and festive drinks! Our highly skilled and amazing bartenders will teach you how to make three incredible cocktails. These have been such a hit and we are excited to be offering some more on different days of the week! Your $50 ticket includes three speciality cocktails (plus all of the confidence to make them yourself) and dinner! This is a very limited event and only 35 tickets will be available! Ensure your reservation by emailing [email protected] with the date of your reservation and number needed. Someone will be in contact with you to finalize details and secure your spot.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Orchid Nights – Missouri Botanical Garden 

St. Louis, MO – Experience the Garden’s Orchid Show transformed after dark with dynamic lighting, live music, and samples from local breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Attendees must be at least 21 years old. Ticket includes one complimentary drink ticket for beer, wine, or soft drinks. Additional beverages and small bites available for purchase. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Grease Sing A Long – Das Bevo 

Columbia, IL – Dinner and a movie at Das Bevo! Grab a bite and a cocktail, and channel your inner Pink Lady or T-Bird while singing your way through Grease. Costumes are encouraged. Kitchen and bar open at 5, movie starts a 7. We’ll be serving up some of your favorite diner classics. For tickets, click here
Start Time: 7:00 PM 

 

Friday, February 9th

Lunar New Year Celebration – Saint Louis Art Museum 

St. Louis, MO – Celebrate the Year of the Dragon by enjoying free music and dance performances, making your own art you can take home, and exploring SLAM’s Asian art collection.
Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Family Valentine’s Skate – Skate City Belleville 

Belleville, IL – Love is in the air…no wait, that’s pizza! Either way we’re celebrating with Valentine fun for the whole family! There will be a Valentine Photo Booth,  Love Potion Drinks, Light Up Roses, Partner Limbo, Special Partner Skates, and a special appearance by Skate City’s skating Cupid!
Time 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM 

Valentine’s Mixology Date Night or Galentine’s – Bennie’s Pizza Pub 

Belleville, IL – Grab your significant other, or make this a girls night out! We are back with fun and festive drinks! Our highly skilled and amazing bartenders will teach you how to make three incredible cocktails. These have been such a hit and we are excited to be offering some more on different days of the week! Your $50 ticket includes three speciality cocktails (plus all of the confidence to make them yourself) and dinner! This is a very limited event and only 25 tickets will be available! Ensure your reservation by emailing [email protected] with the date of your reservation and number needed. Someone will be in contact with you to finalize details and secure your spot.
Start Time: 6:00 PM

The Love Shack Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms 

Eureka, MO – Get ready to unleash the romance at The Love Shack to celebrate this Valentine’s Day!  Dive into a night of electrifying music and indulge in handcrafted love potions that will set your heart on fire. Bring your own delicious delights to add a personal touch to this sensational evening, as no food will be available for purchase. Quick heads-up: This is a 21+ and cashless event, so leave your worries at the door and immerse yourself in the love-filled atmosphere. And remember, no outside beverages allowed – we’ve got you covered! Let’s turn this night into a symphony of unforgettable moments! For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Glo Bingo – Tribout’s Belle Vegas Bingo Hall 

Belleville, IL – Come out for a night of great fun while supporting a great cause!! This is not your Grandma’s bingo! It’s gonna be a little loud. It’s gonna be a little crazy. The tunes are spinning all night long while the Emcee entertains.Entry includes 6 Bingo Cards for 10 games, Glo Hat and Dauber. Additional 6pk cards available for $5. Cash Bar, BYO Snacks, 50/50, Raffle Baskets, and OVER $1000 in CASH prizes!! Please come out and support the work we are doing in Honduras! Tickets are now available at $25 in Advance and $30 at the door. For tickets, click here.
Start Time: 7:00 PM 

Graham Pagano – Venue on Main 

Belleville, IL – Stop by to enjoy live music performed by Grahmam Pagano in this amazing atmosphere!
Start Time: 7:00 PM

Jeremiah Johnson – Silver Creek Sports & Social 

Belleville, IL – Join us for live music performed by Jeremiah Johnson! Blues Music Award Nominated Guitarist, Singer, & Songwriter blend the sounds of the South, with Mississippi River blues and a touch of country flair. Emotionally charged southern rock, powered by the common man’s passion for life and all the struggles in-between, Jeremiah presents songs with meaning, a powerfully persuasive voice and master class musicianship.
Start Time: 9:00 PM 

 

Saturday, February 10th

Curious Kids Series – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms 

Belleville, IL – We are excited to bring back our Kids Fair every in February from 9am – 1pm in our Belleville Country Store! This exciting kid’s event is filled with all kinds of fun activities for children of all ages. From kids’ entertainment, games and hands on activities, your family will have a fun filled day. Each Saturday will be a different theme for the kids fair to keep things exciting and offer another reason for you to spend the day with us. Mark your calendar and plan on joining us for some warm indoor fun on the farm! Cost: $6/child (2-12 years old). For tickets, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 

Das Bevo & Tim’s Chrome Bar Galentine’s Day Market – Das Bevo

Columbia, IL – Mark your calendar gal pals! Das Bevo & Tim’s Chrome Bar are co-hosting their annual Galentine’s Day Market. Both venues will be full of your favorite St. Louis artisans. Tarot readings will be available from Ellen the Red. Spend the day shopping, sipping and snacking. Admission is free.
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM 

Murder Mystery Dinner: Zombie Love – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms 

Belleville, IL – A zombie theme murder mystery love story? Did we mention it is also a comedy? Calling all Zombies! Calling all Zombies! Come to the murder mystery show that thinks outside of the coffin! That’s right! got the perfect show for you, whether you are a Zombie fan or not! Why? Because this show has it all! High drama! Comedy! A love story! …and Zombies, of course! You, yes…you!, can play a Zombie, or not, it is up to you, but we do promise lots of fun for everyone! The walking dead have never been this much fun! Zombie costumes encouraged!! Show starts at 5:30 and includes dinner & entertainment. Space is limited. Make your reservations now. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM 

The Love Shack Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms 

Eureka, MO – Get ready to unleash the romance at The Love Shack to celebrate this Valentine’s Day!  Dive into a night of electrifying music and indulge in handcrafted love potions that will set your heart on fire. Bring your own delicious delights to add a personal touch to this sensational evening, as no food will be available for purchase. Quick heads-up: This is a 21+ and cashless event, so leave your worries at the door and immerse yourself in the love-filled atmosphere. And remember, no outside beverages allowed – we’ve got you covered! Let’s turn this night into a symphony of unforgettable moments! For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Sunday, February 11th

Dustin Coleman – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms 

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert inside our NEW Cider Shed! This concert is FREE and family-friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed.
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 

Paint Your Power Animal – Green Root Gallery 

Belleville, IL – Explore your inner potential and enjoy the process of creative imagination. Music, sounds, relaxation, and creative imagination techniques will help through this journey with painting. For tickets, click here.
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 

 

Monday, February 12th

For ALL Yoga – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville

Belleville, IL – A traditional Hatha yoga class. Centering, Warm the body, Asana, Relaxation and Savasana. This is a friendly class where you will learn asana (poses). For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM

 

Tuesday, February 13th

Tuesday Night Trivia – Shoehorn Brewing 

Belleville, ILFree Pop culture trivia this Tuesday! Build a team, find a team, or be a lone wolf trivia-dominating machine!
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Wednesday, February 14th

Stress & Anxiety Release – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville 

Belleville, IL – Open to ALL skill levels. No Yoga experience is necessary. A mindful slower-paced class that consist of gentle floor movements, stretches and meditation. In addition, restorative poses that promote relaxation and calm to a stressed and agitated Nervous System. You will emerge feeling enlightened and rejuvenated. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Couples Valentine’s Day Flower Arrangement Class – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms 

Belleville, IL – Indulge in a romantic and creative experience this Valentine’s Day with our Couples Valentine’s Day Flower Arrangement Class. Led by Sara from Wildflowers, join us for an unforgettable evening filled with the beauty of fresh flowers, the warmth of shared laughter, and the joy of creating a stunning floral masterpiece together. Create, connect, and cherish the love that blooms between you and your partner. Each couple will get to take home a beautiful bouquet of flowers in a vase as a keepsake of their romantic night! Only one ticket will need to be purchased per couple. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM