Thursday, April 30
Guys and Dolls Sr., 7 p.m., Radiant Life Church, 11533 Gamel Cemetery Road, Festus. Spotlight Community Theatre’s first-ever musical starring a cast of seniors (those aged 55 and older). Dates and times: 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $15. To purchase tickets, visit spotlightjeffco.ludus.com or call 636-428-3331.
Community Health Fair, noon to 3 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road, Arnold. For all ages. No registration required. Receive free health screenings and information from organizations, including Compass Health Network, Jefferson Franklin Community Action, Chiro One, Alzheimer's Association and others. Various screenings will be available.
Job preparedness and recovery groups, 10 a.m., the Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Every Tuesday and Thursday. These groups are open to all community members. At the meetings, attendees will learn valuable job skills, build confidence and find ongoing support. For more info, call Leisa at 636-214-5780 or Breanna at 636-214-5781.
Free English conversation classes, 7 p.m., Spring Hills Presbyterian Church, 6247 Upper Byrnes Mill Road, House Springs. Those who wish to participate can register any Thursday. Call 636-677-0409.
Preschool storytime, 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. For ages 2-6. Call 636-937-2017.
Minecraft open play, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Cedar Hill Satellite Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive. Ages 7-14. Call 636-551-1020 or visit jeffcolib.org.
Jefferson County Heritage and Historical Society Museum, 6-7:30 p.m. every Thursday, 5321 Chouteau Ave., Victoria. Contact Bernard Laiben at blaiben@outlook.com for more information.
Bingo, 12:30-2 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. Suggested donation of $2 to cover the cost of prizes. Free cold catered lunch for those 60 years old or older by reservation a week in advance. Donations are welcome. Call 636-677-4578. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Show Me the Money, 6 p.m., Mississippi River Eagles Auxiliary 4341, 330 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Every Thursday. Doors open at 5 p.m. Show Me the Money is like bingo, but with playing cards, with 12 rounds played. A set consists of five cards. Cost is $1 each per set per round. Play as many sets as you choose. The 12th round is winner-take-all. Bar will be open, no outside food or drinks. Attendance prizes are awarded throughout the night. Open to all.
Friday, May 1
Festus school play, 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Festus R-6 Performing Arts Center, 501 Westwind Drive. Students in Festus High School Speech and Theater Program perform "Shakespeare 30-Minute Tragedies," featuring scenes from "Romeo and Juliet," "Othello," "Macbeth" and "Hamlet." Admission: $7. Concessions by the Support Our Stars (SOS) parents booster group.
Two-day rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Hope United Church of Christ, 100 S. Third St., De Soto. Items available include small appliances, upholstered chairs, a cat carrier, lots of knick-knacks, kitchen items, books and children's and adult clothing. Saturday will be a dollar bag day. For info, call the church at 636-586-6425.
Prime rib dinner, 4-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. Call 636-464-2599.
Fox High School musical, 7 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Rickman Auditorium, 747 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Fox High School Theatre Troupe production of “Disney’s High School Musical.” Tickets cost $8 for students or those 60 or older, $10 for adults. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For information, go to foxc6.org or call 636-296-5210.
First Fridays at Turtle Cove, 3-8 p.m. at Larry G. Crites Memorial Park along Old Hwy. A, Festus. Kickoff to new monthly event at new all-inclusive playground (and splash pad expected to open later in May) with food trucks and deejay music. Free to attend. For more info: go to city of Festus page on Facebook or visit festusmo.gov.
Rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1620 Boyd St., De Soto.
Eureka Lions barbecue, 10:30 a.m. until sold out, Friday and Saturday, Spur Concession Stand, Hwy. 109, 1/2 mile south of I-44. Menu: baby back ribs, pork steaks, chicken and bratwurst. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Call 636-591-5910 to order.
Bingo, 10-11 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. Sponsored by Autumn Ridge. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333 or 386-208-5052.
St. Louis Area Food Bank ‘Food on the Move’ distribution, noon to 1 p.m., Buren Chapel A.M.E. Church extension ministry building, 321 S. Adams St., Festus. This is a walk-through, shopping-style food distribution program for individuals with limited access to healthy food and resources. For more food distribution locations, visit stlfoodbank.org.
Harbor thrift store, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash or Venmo only; no refunds. New items weekly. Features clothing, jewelry, movies, CDs, books, kitchen and bath items and more. Funds sponsor community outreach programs. Call 636-223-2106.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., American Legion Post 253, 849 American Legion Drive, Festus. Catfish plate: $14. Cod plate: $16. Shrimp plate: $14. Jack salmon: $14. Sides: coleslaw, baked beans and potato salad. Call 636-933-3981.
Hooks and Needles Club, noon to 3:30 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Call 636-296-2204.
Saturday, May 2
Church yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Buren Chapel Church Extension Building, 321 S. Adams St., Festus. Furniture, lamps and other household items, clothing, toys, kitchenware, etc.
Veteran’s Health and Benefits Fair, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., VFW Post 3777 Main Hall, 900 VFW Drive, Festus. Open to all honorably discharged veterans. Those in attendance must bring a copy of their DD214. Certified veteran service officers will be on site to file claims and answer questions about VA benefits. Presented by the Missouri Amvets Service Foundation through a grant from the Jefferson Foundation. For questions, contact amvetsmoservice@gmail.com or call 636-937-5400.
Open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rock Community Fire Protection District House 5, 3749 Telegraph Road, Arnold. Event free to attend. Tours of fire house, safety demonstrations and more. Free Kona Ice from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, go to rockfire-rescue.org or call 636-296-2211.
Festus Main Street Association Art & Music Festival, noon to 11 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Festus Main Street. No cost to attend. Music by bands and solo performers will be featured Saturday and an art show with acoustic music featured on Sunday. Many businesses will have extended hours of operation on Saturday and some will be open on Sunday. Food trucks will be on hand both days. A Pub Crawl event sponsored by the Festus Main Street Association also will take place Saturday. For more info, visit the Festus Main Street Association page on Facebook.
Fan Fest, noon to 4 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. The library brings together artists and fans alike to celebrate comics and more. Featuring free comics, a book sale from the Friends of the Library, artwork and a cosplay contest at 1 p.m. All ages are welcome. Call 636-677-8186 for more details.
Loss of a spouse support group, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Care Connections- St. John’s Lutheran, 3581 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Anyone struggling with grief after losing a spouse is welcome to this one-session support group. The group is free and open to all. Contact Lauren at 636-224-8137 with questions or to register.
Open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rock Community Fire Protection District House 5, 3749 Telegraph Road. Event is free to attend, and free Kona Ice available between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For information, go to rockfire-rescue.org or call 636-296-2211.
Plant sale, 8 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, Kress Farm Garden Preserve, 5137 Glade Chapel Road, Hillsboro. Featuring a large selection of trees, shrubs, natives, annuals, perennials and vegetables.
Breakfast, 6:30-11 a.m., Eureka Masonic Lodge, 616 Stockell Drive. Cost: $12 adults, $6 children. Benefits Eureka High School scholarship fund, Shriners hospitals. Call 636-405-0375 or email ajpaschke@aol.com.
Community lunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Free meal every Saturday. All are welcome. No sign-ups necessary. No judgement.
Cedar Hill Farmers and Vendors Market, 8 a.m. to noon, Big River VFW, 1 Lynn Lane.
Pay It Forward Baby Ministry, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., De Soto Community Center, 400 Boyd St. Free diapers, clothes, supplies for any child in need. Donations welcome. Call 314-779-4351.
Baby and Me Lapsit, 10 a.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Ages 0-36 months. Register at jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204.
Peace Pantry Thrift Store $2 clothing bag sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., 8100 S. Industrial Drive, Cedar Hill.
St. Vincent de Paul clothing shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 200 Brierton Lane, Crystal City. Every Tuesday and Saturday. All proceeds go to help those in need in our area.
Indoor pickleball, 9-11 a.m., Central Baptist Church gym, 601 N. Central Ave., Eureka. Recreational games for all ages. Instructors, equipment will be on hand. To register, visit cbcserves.org/pball.
Harbor thrift store, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash or Venmo only; no refunds. New items weekly. Features clothing, jewelry, movies, CDs, books, kitchen and bath items and more. Funds sponsor community outreach programs. Call 636-223-2106.
Ozark Food Pantry, 8:30-10:45 a.m., No. 1 Sunset Park, Festus. Call 636-933-9974.
Bingo, 5:45 p.m., Fenton American Legion, 2 Gravois Road. Kitchen serves at 4 p.m., special bingo at 5:45 p.m., regular bingo at 6:15 p.m. No checks or outside food, drinks.
Sunday, May 3
St. Rose of Lima School fundraiser, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the school, 529 S. Fourth St. in De Soto. Bake sale, lemonade and fruit punch stands, several vendors inside and outside. The 50/50 winner will be announced at 3 p.m. at stroseoflimadesoto.org.
Capital Campaign Pledge Drive Celebration, 3-4:30 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Parish Center, 2300 Church Road, Arnold. Celebrate the completion of the parish’s capital campaign to collect money for a new church. For information, go to holyfamilyarnold.org or call 636-321-0002.
Open House, 1-4 p.m., Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic, 1864 Little Brennan Road, High Ridge. Family friendly event, no registration required. Animal visits, face painting, fishpond, raffle baskets. For information, visit wildliferehabclinic.org or call 636-677-3670.
Children’s art class, 10 a.m. to noon, Home Church, 1595 Archer Drive, Arnold. Free painting class for ages 6-12. To sign up: 636-296-0565.
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Shooting match competition, noon, Amvets Post 48, 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Every Sunday. Practice opens at 11 a.m. and the match begins at noon. Food available for purchase. For more info, call 636-586-1750.
Monday, May 4
Fenton Garden Club, 1 p.m. First Mondays. Email fentongdnclb@gmail.com for location and current activities.
Bingo, 10-11 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Summit Building in Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. A $3 donation or 2 prizes to play. Call for the theme of the week and prizes. 636-937-8333.
Senior lunch, 12:15-2 p.m., Aging Ahead Center at Jefferson College Arnold, 1687 Missouri State Road. Free lunch for adults 60 years or older. Must register 72 hours in advance. Call Jessica at 314-413-1240.
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Doors open 3 p.m. Call 636-282-0415.
Preschool story hour, 10:30 a.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Call 636-586-3858.
Story time, 10 a.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Call 636-461-1914.
Story hour, 10-10:30 a.m., Cedar Hill Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive. Reading and crafts.
Games for seniors, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Martin UCC Church, 3229 High Ridge Blvd. High Ridge. Every Monday. Cards and games. Free cold catered lunch for those 60 years old or older by reservation a week in advance. Donations are welcome. Call 636-677-4578. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Tuesday, May 5
Scraps and Patches Quilt Guild, 7 p.m., Festus VFW, 900 VFW Drive, Crystal City.
Cherish Bereaved Parents Support Group, 6-7:30 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. Meets on the first Tuesday of every month.
Job preparedness and recovery groups, 10 a.m., the Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Every Tuesday and Thursday. These groups are open to all community members. At the meetings, attendees will learn valuable job skills, build confidence and find ongoing support. For more info, call Leisa at 636-214-5780 or Breanna at 636-214-5781.
Chair exercise, 10:30 -11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. 636-937-8333.
St. Vincent de Paul clothing shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 200 Brierton Lane, Crystal City. Every Tuesday and Saturday. All proceeds go to help those in need in our area.
Show and tell story time, 10 a.m., Jefferson County Library-Cedar Hill Satellite Branch, 6780 Mall Drive, Cedar Hill. Join Ms. Sofia for show and tell story time. Read a book or two and share show and tell items in the children's area of the library. No registration is required. For ages 2-6. Check the website for the monthly theme at jeffcolib.org.
Chess club, 3 p.m., Crystal City Public Library meeting room, 736 Mississippi Ave. For information, call Amy at 636-937-7166.
Pickleball, 10-11:30 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center at the Summit Building at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. For more info, call 636-937-8333.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks. 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Line dancing lessons, 7-9:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks, 2808 Old Hunning Road. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Cost: $5. Soda and water available; dancers can bring snacks. Call Carol Smith at 314-609-8610.
Food pantry, 8:30-11:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 113 Grand Ave., Festus. For residents of 63028, 63019, 63047 and 63048 ZIP codes. Call 636-937-6205.
Bingo, 12:30-2 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. Suggested donation of $2 to cover the cost of prizes. Free cold catered lunch for those 60 years old or older by reservation a week in advance. Donations are welcome. Call 636-677-4578. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Veterans coffee talk, 9 a.m., VFW Post 5331, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. Veterans can join this free event to make friendships, trade stories and enjoy free coffee and doughnuts in a non-political atmosphere. For questions, contact Ted at 314-221-2096 or Mark at 636-222-3521.
Wednesday, May 6
Free workshop, 8-10:30 a.m., Jefferson College-Arnold Campus, Room 229, 1687 Missouri State Road, Arnold. The EDC of Jefferson County is partnering with the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Missouri SBDC to offer a free workshop, AI for Main Street: What Every Retailer Needs to Know NOW. This will be a hands-on workshop, designed specifically for local retail shop owners, boutique operators, restaurant owners, service-based businesses and any small business owner within Jefferson County. Only 25 seats are available. Registration: bbrown@jeffcomo.org.
Lego-Mania Club, 4:30 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Ages 3 and up. Register at jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204.
Senior citizen group, 11:30 a.m., New Hope Methodist Church, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Imperial. First Wednesday of each month. Bring your lunch, play games and meet new friends. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Every month will be a different activity or field trip.
Friends of the Festus Library meeting, 10 a.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Festus. Meetings occur on the first Wednesday of each month. For questions, call the library at 636-937-2017.
Senior lunch, 12:15-2 p.m., Aging Ahead Center at Jefferson College Arnold, 1687 Missouri State Road. Free lunch for adults 60 years or older. Must register 72 hours in advance. Call Jessica at 314-413-1240.
Harbor thrift store, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash or Venmo only; no refunds. New items weekly. Features clothing, jewelry, movies, CDs, books, kitchen and bath items and more. Funds sponsor community outreach programs. Call 636-223-2106.
Nondenominational Bible study, 10-11 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. For more info, call 636-937-8333.
Bingo, 6 p.m., De Soto KC, 13225 Hwy. E. Doors open 4 p.m. Door prizes, two progressive games. Call 636-586-2594.
Therapy dog at library, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Children may read to therapy dog Maddie. Call 636-937-2017.
Line dancing, 6:30 p.m., Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road. Sponsor: Midwest Club Dance. Call 314-972-4094.
Activities for seniors, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Martin UCC Church, 3229 High Ridge Blvd. High Ridge. Every Wednesday. Cards and games. Line dancing for beginners from 11 a.m. to noon. Intermediate line dancing noon to 2 p.m. Free cold catered lunch for those 60 years old or older by reservation a week in advance. Donations are welcome. Call 636-677-4578. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Jefferson County Salvation Army food pantry distribution, 9:30-11:30 a.m. every Wednesday, Salvation Army, 3740 Telegraph Road, Arnold. Jefferson County residents may come once a month to receive items from the food pantry. Residents will need to provide identification. For info, go to centralusa.salvationarmy.org or call 636-464-0787.
Thursday, May 7
Free blood pressure checks, 11:15 a.m. to noon, the Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane. The Eureka Fire Protection District will offer free blood pressure checks for seniors on the first Thursday of the month.
Crafts with Shelly, 10-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. 636-937-8333.
Senior lunch, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., first Thursdays, the Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Cost: $7 residents; $8 for others. For reservations, call Ann at 636-938-6775.
Charitable Angels, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Work on sewing, craft projects for donation. Call 636-296-2204.
Northwest Historic and Preservation Society, 5:30-7 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge.
Bingo, 10:30 a.m., Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Doors open 8 a.m. Call 636-282-0415.
Teen Anime Club, 6:15 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Register at jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204.
Creative Corner, 10-11 a.m., Eureka Community Center, 333 Bald Hill Road. Creative, messy program for ages 2-5. Cost: $10 residents, $11 others; includes crafts and snacks. To register, call 636-938-6775.
Coffee With the Mayor of Wildwood, 7:30-9 a.m., City Hall in the Community Room, 16860 Main St., Wildwood. Every first Thursday of the month.
Friends of the De Soto Library monthly meeting, 2-3 p.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Meets the first Thursday of each month. New members can join anytime. All are welcome. For more info, call 636-586-3858.
Job preparedness and recovery groups, 10 a.m., the Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Every Tuesday and Thursday. These groups are open to all community members. At the meetings, attendees will learn valuable job skills, build confidence and find ongoing support. For more info, call Leisa at 636-214-5780 or Breanna at 636-214-5781.
Free English conversation classes, 7 p.m., Spring Hills Presbyterian Church, 6247 Upper Byrnes Mill Road, House Springs. Those who wish to participate can register any Thursday. Call 636-677-0409.
Preschool storytime, 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. For ages 2-6. Call 636-937-2017.
Minecraft open play, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Cedar Hill Satellite Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive. Ages 7-14. Call 636-551-1020 or visit jeffcolib.org.
Toddler Thursday, 10 a.m. Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. Activities and crafts for toddlers and their parents. To register: icampmo.com.
Jefferson County Heritage and Historical Society Museum, 6-7:30 p.m. every Thursday, 5321 Chouteau Ave., Victoria. Contact Bernard Laiben at blaiben@outlook.com for more information.
Bingo, 12:30-2 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. Suggested donation of $2 to cover the cost of prizes. Free cold catered lunch for those 60 years old or older by reservation a week in advance. Donations are welcome. Call 636-677-4578. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Show Me the Money, 6 p.m., Mississippi River Eagles Auxiliary 4341, 330 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Every Thursday. Doors open at 5 p.m. Show Me the Money is like bingo, but with playing cards, with 12 rounds played. A set consists of five cards. Cost is $1 each per set per round. Play as many sets as you choose. The 12th round is winner-take-all. Bar will be open, no outside food or drinks. Attendance prizes are awarded throughout the night. Open to all.
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