Thursday, Feb. 20
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks Lodge, 2808 High Ridge Blvd. Every Thursday. Speed Ball starts at 6:10 p.m. For more info, call 636-575-0907.
Blood drive, 1:30-5:30 p.m., De Soto Christian Church, 4151 Fountain City Road. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Bingo, 10:30 a.m., Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Doors open 8 a.m. Call 636-282-0415.
Teen Book Club, 6:45 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Register at jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204.
Bingo, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333.
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.
House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Tuesdays and Thursdays: games 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.; Thursdays and Tuesdays: Bingo, canasta and pinochle 9 a.m., pickleball 10:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:45 a.m. daily; reservations in advance at 636-677-4578.
Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. For ages 2-6. Call 636-937-2017.
Gardening Club, 1-3 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Families with children welcome.
Pay It Forward Baby Ministry, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., De Soto Community Center, 400 Boyd St. Free diapers, clothes, supplies for any child in need. Donations welcome. Call 314-779-4351.
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.
Friday, Feb. 21
Jefferson College Homecoming, beginning at 4:30 p.m. the college will host homecoming (its first in 38 years) and other special activities during the Viking men’s and women’s basketball games against North Central Missouri College at the Field House on the Hillsboro campus. Activities planned include a display of vintage photos of previous Viking homecoming celebrations, entertainment from the Viking cheer team and pep band, recognition of homecoming prince and princess (ages 2-5) from the Early Childhood Center, a performance of the national anthem by Lydia Griffin of the Lady Vikings hoops team and the announcement of the homecoming court. Tickets cost $6 for general admission and $3 for ages 11-18. No charge for ages 10 and under. Tickets are available online at jeffco.edu/ticket-information or at the door via credit card by scanning the event QR code. No cash will be accepted at the door.
Rock-N-Roll bingo, 6-10 p.m., Festus-Crystal City Elks 1721, 4 Elks Drive, Festus. Replace numbers with your favorite songs. Single tickets: $25. Table of 8: $175. Extra bingo packets available for $10 each. Bring your own snacks. Admission includes beer, soda, coffee, tea, lemonade, juices and cocktails. Prizes for best table participation (themed music genres table decorations and costumes). Sponsor: The Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair, a non-profit organization that helps the community in the development of creative and scientific process projects in the annual regional competition held each March at Jefferson College in Hillsboro. To purchase tickets, visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/201c0eeb-1ae3-4b69-86f6-29bb6a16003f.
Fried chicken dinner, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. Call 636-464-2599.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Festus American Legion, 849 American Legion Drive. Every Friday. Catfish, shrimp, Jack salmon plates with three sides: $14; cod plates $16. Dine in or carry out. Call 636-933-3981 or 636-937-3000.
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.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., De Soto VFW, 1651 Veterans Blvd. (Hwy. E). Two pieces of fish and two sides: $11. Dine in or carry out.
Line dancing, 10-11 a.m., House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Reservations: 636-677-4578.
Fish fry, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 400, 2 Gravois Road, Fenton. Menu: cod, catfish, shrimp and chicken strips. The bar is open until 10 p.m. Cash or credit cards accepted. Phone ahead for pickup: 636-343-7330.
Saturday, Feb. 22
Sojourner Truth and Me, 2-3 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. This program brings history to life by mimicking the popular talk show format. Host “Rebecca-Now-and-Then” introduces the time-traveling guest, Sojourner Truth, who will answer questions in character. For ages 9 and older. Registration required, call 636-296-2204 or online at jeffcolib.org.
Mardi Grad social dance, 5-11 p.m., Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road. Doors open: 5 p.m. Dancing begins: 5:30. A DJ will be featured from 5:30-7 p.m. and the Killer Wails Band will perform from 7-11 p.m. Admission: $15 at the door. Cash bar. No outside beverages. Food can be purchased from the VFW kitchen from 5:30-7 p.m. Sponsor: Jefferson County Swing Dance Club. For more info, call 636-296-6702.
2025 Cultural Diversity Committee-Black History Luncheon, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Corpus Christi Center at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 6020 Old Antonia Road, Imperial. The annual event features live music, presentations, raffles and keynote speaker Marty K. Casey, a motivational speaker from St. Louis, as well as a catered lunch from Frankie Gianino’s. Tickets cost $40. For tickets or more information, call 314-402-7883, 314-766-0044 or visit the CU Diversity page on Facebook. Funds raised by the committee are used to provide college scholarships to area students in need.
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 and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash only; no refunds. New items weekly. 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.
Live music, 6-9 p.m., Big River VFW, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. Music: Jason Cole. Call 636-274-5001.
Sunday, Feb. 23
Meal ministry, 2 p.m. The Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane. St. Francis Meal Ministry will offer a free hot meal to those in need every fourth Sunday of the month.
All-you-can-eat chicken and dumpling dinner, noon to 5 p.m., American Legion Post 253, 849 American Legion Drive, Festus. Dinner: $15 and includes carrots, mashed potatoes, homemade rolls and a drink. For info, call 636-933-3981.
Meatwheel, 3 p.m., Festus American Legion, 849 American Legion Drive. Every Sunday.
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Meat shoot, noon, De Soto Amvets, 1075 Amvets Drive at Hwy. 21. Doors open 10 a.m., practice begins 11 a.m. House guns available. Meat and money rounds. Proceeds support veterans.
Meat shoot, 10 a.m., Meramec-Arnold Elks Lodge 2372, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Every third week is stock chokes-no scopes, all other weeks are modified chokes-with scopes. Chokes will be randomly checked. All judges' decisions are final. For more information, call 636-464-8960.
Monday, Feb. 24
Blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Board game night, 5-7 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Bring friends and family for a night of games. This month's theme is two-player games. Board games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own that fit the theme. Registration required, call 636-296-2204 or online at jeffcolib.org.
Community game night, 5-8 p.m., St. Martin’s United Church of Christ, 7890 Dittmer Ridge Road, Dittmer. Free for all ages.
Arts and crafts, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Classes take an hour-long break at 11:30 a.m. for lunch. Lunch reservations must be made by 10 a.m. on the previous Friday. Call 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.
Tuesday, Feb. 25
Food pantry, 4-6 p.m., Redemption Church, 7301 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Information: redemptionchurchstl.com.
Spiritual discussion, 1-2 p.m., Crystal City Library, 736 Mississippi Ave. Learn how to raise your spiritual IQ. Sponsor: ECKANKAR, The Path of Spiritual Freedom. Call 1-800-591-0694 or visit eckankar.org.
Chess club, 3 p.m., Crystal City Public Library meeting room, 736 Mississippi Ave. For more info, call Amy at 636-937-7166.
Indoor pickleball, 10-11:30 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks. 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Exercise, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 636-937-8333.
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.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
Bunco, 7 p.m., De Soto Amvets, 1075 Amvets Drive at Hwy. 21. Doors open 6 p.m. Maximum four per table. Admission: $10; benefits Ladies Auxiliary hospital programs. Call 314-401-7781.
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 and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash only; no refunds. New items weekly. Funds sponsor community outreach programs. Call 636-223-2106.
Chess Open Play, 3:30-5:30 p.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Call 636-586-3858 for any questions.
Non-denominational Bible study, 10-11 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for reservations. 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, 5:30-6:30 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.
Intermediate line dancing, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Reservations: 636-677-4578.
Thursday, Feb. 27
Blood drive, 1-5 p.m., Lighthouse United Pentecostal Church, 1969 Hogan Road, Pacific. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Blood drive, 2-6 p.m., Delmar Gardens of Meramec Valley, 1 Arbor Terrace, Fenton. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Indoor yard sale, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, March 1, from 9 a.m. to noon, Festus City Library, 400 W. Main St. This three-day sale will have many items available such as glassware, collectibles, toys, lamps and tools. Proceeds will go towards the children’s summer reading program at the library. Sponsor: Friends of the Festus Library. For more info, call 636-937-2017.
Book discussion, 6 p.m. Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. “A Lesson Before Dying” is an award-winning work of fiction by Ernest J. Gaines and is based on true events. Those interested in joining the discussion can pick up a copy at the library while supplies last. This event is for adults. For more info, call 636-296-2204 or visit jeffcolib.org.
Line and swing dance, lessons 6-7 p.m., dancing 7-10 p.m., Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road. Admission: $8. Sponsor: Jefferson County Swing Dance Club. Call 636-296-6702.
Ukulele Club, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. All ages and skill levels welcome. Call 636-937-2017.
Toastmasters Jeffco Challengers, 7 p.m., New Hope UMC, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. In-person and virtual meetings by Zoom. Information: josephineemde@yahoo.com.
Bingo, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333.
Show Me Car Club meeting, 7 p.m., Wesley Rogers Steak and Buffet, 3601 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold.
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.
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