Thursday, June 12
Blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., Fenton United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 800 Gravois Road. Sponsor: American Red Cross, St. Louis Cardinals, FanDuel Sports Network. Donors need to bring ID. Everyone who attempts to donate will receive a limited-edition St. Louis Cardinals T-shirt, while supplies last. They will also receive a $15 Amazon.com gift card by email. Additionally, they will automatically be entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/June for details or call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule an appointment.
Fun with food, 6-8 p.m., New Hope UMC, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. For all ages. RSVP by contacting churchoffice@newhopearnold.com or by calling 636-464-5600.
Show Me Woodturners, 6:30 p.m., 711 W. Main Street, Festus. Meet at the old band building behind the Festus Police Station. Short meeting followed by show-and-tell, president's challenge, wood exchange and demo. Everyone welcome. Contact Show.Me.Woodturners@gmail.com.
Tumbling Tots, 10-11 a.m. second Thursdays and third Wednesdays, Eureka Community Center, 333 Bald Hill Road. For ages 6 months to 5 years. Fee: $9 residents; $10 others. To sign up: eureka.mo.us.
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.
Friday June 13
Stuffed pork chop dinner, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. Call 636-464-2599.
Concert on Central, 6-10 p.m., South Central Ave. between Dreyer Ave. and West Frisco Ave., in Eureka. Bring your friends, neighbors and chairs to watch a concert on Central Ave. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local businesses. Glass bottles and animals (other than service animals) are not permitted. Parking on Central Avenue is closed after 1 p.m. Central Avenue is closed to traffic starting at 2 p.m. between Dreyer Ave. and West Frisco Ave.
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, June 14
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.
Hippie Days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Amvets Post 48, 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Free event. Benefits: Post 48. Groovy music, vendor, games and food. For more information, contact Beth at bethanyie1168@outlook.com or Donna at liznmarie@yahoo.com.
Arnold Veterans Memorial dedication ceremony, 10 a.m., Arnold Recreation Center, 1695 Missouri State Road. Dedication ceremony for addition to memorial, featuring military vehicles and 21-gun salute. Free to attend. For information, call 636-282-2380 or go to Arnold Parks and Recreation Department’s Facebook page.
Craft show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meramec Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Admission is free. Monetary donations will go towards the Red Cross to help Arnold Tornado relief. Door prizes are given out every 30 minutes. Raffle prize tickets are six for $5 and will be drawn at 3 p.m. on Saturday. You do not have to be present to win. Sponsor: Wickedly Creative Craft Shows. For more info, visit, facebook.com/WickedlyCreativeCraftShows.
Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St., De Soto. All proceeds benefit the library’s Summer Reading Program. Sponsor: Friends of the De Soto Library. For more info, call the library at 636-586-3858.
Indoor craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Festus-Crystal City Conservation Club, 2567 Hwy. 61, Festus. For questions, contact fccconservationclub@gmail.com.
Free outdoor movie night, 8:30-11 p.m., Community of Christ Church, 2315 Lonedell Road, Arnold. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and watch the Disney film Wish. For more info, call 636-296-7500.
Dino Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., De Soto Church of Christ, 4523 Hwy. 10. Learn about dinosaurs. Preschoolers through fifth grade will meet from 9 a.m. to noon. Sixth graders through adults will meet from 1-4 p.m. Lunch will be provided for attendees from noon to 1 p.m. For more info, call 636-586-3383.
Build and Breakfast, 10 a.m. to noon, The Jefferson County YMCA, 1303 YMCA Drive, in Festus. This free event is for kids and their parents. Attendees will build a surprise project provided by Home Depot. All materials needed for the project and a light breakfast will be provided. Sign up at the YMCA front desk or call 636-931-9622. Day of sign-ups are welcome. For more info, call the front desk or email Rebecca at rebecca.bishop@gwrymca.org.
French Heritage Festival, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Historic Downtown Ste. Genevieve. Family friendly event. A cultural celebration of traditions, skills, cuisines, stories and musical talents of the French Creole Corridor in and around Ste. Genevieve. Featuring musical performances, storytelling, living history demonstrations, games and frontier folk dancing. Sponsor: The Foundation for Restoration of Ste Genevieve and the City of Ste. Genevieve. Visit historicstegen.org. For information, contact ffrsg67@historicstegen.org.
50th class reunion, 5 p.m., at Heritage Wedding & Events, 6482 Hwy. MM, House Springs. Reunion for The Northwest High School class of 1975. Classes of 1974 and 1976 are also welcome to attend. The night includes a barbecue dinner with dessert. Adult beverages are also available. Cost of the meal: to be determined. The start time for the reunion is subject to change, those who wish to attend should reach out closer to the date of the event for a definite time. For information, email Nancy Mahoney Spencer at nancyspencer0413@gmail.com or Walter Bilgram at wrbilgram@gmail.com.
Breakfast, 7-10 a.m., De Soto Masonic Lodge, Third and Boyd streets. Eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage: $3 to $7.
De Soto Food Pantry, 9 a.m. to noon, 705 E. Stone St. at Flucom Road. Schedule changes: 636-586-7300.
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.
Arnold Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 2400 Bradley Beach Road.
Wildwood Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 221 Plaza Drive.
Herculaneum Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 776 Joachim Ave.
De Soto Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 520 N. Main St.
Cedar Hill Farmers and Vendors Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 1 Lynn Lane.
Sunday, June 15
Kimmswick car show, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kimmswick. Free to attend. Registration from 9-11 a.m. Registration fee $15. Open to all makes and models of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Proceeds benefit Kimmswick’s Visitor Center. For information, call 636-464-6464 or go to gokimmswick.com.
Father’s Day lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Amvets Post 42, 555 Joachim Ave., Herculaneum. Free meal and draft beer for dads. Others are $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. Menu: pulled pork, pulled chicken, potato salad and baked beans. Cornhole, pool and darts. For more info, call 636-479-4040.
Free pancake breakfast, 9 a.m. Hope United Church of Christ, 100 South Third St., De Soto. Celebrate Father’s Day with a free pancake breakfast. A Disney-themed worship service by Pastor Bruce Jovaag will follow at 10:30 a.m. For more info, call the church at 636-586-6425.
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.
Monday, June 16
Open house on proposed Festus Police gun range, 3-6 p.m., at the meeting room of the Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St., Festus. The Festus Police Department will present information on acoustic test information and will receive comments about the department’s shooting range project proposed for city-owned property at 2300 Sunshine Drive.
Adult sci-fi book club, 5 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP in High Ridge. Free. Call 636-677-8186 or visit jeffcolib.org.
Homeschool hour, 1 p.m. Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. Educational activities on park topics for those age 10 and up. Adults must remain with their children during the program. To register: icampmo.com.
Jefferson County Republican Club, 7-8:30 p.m., Wesley Rogers Steakhouse and Buffet, 3601 Jeffco Blvd. Arnold. Call 314-825-0944 or email jeffcogopclub@gmail.com.
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.
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, June 17
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.
Women Dems, 6:30 p.m., third Tuesdays, Hillsboro United Methodist Church, 4810 Hwy. B. Information: womendems5@gmail.com.
Wildwood Historical Society, 7 p.m., 18750 Manchester Road (Hwy. 100). Call Sandy Becker-Gurnow, 314-374-3159.
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.
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, June 18
Wednesday Wine Walk, 3-8 p.m., Kimmswick. Event is for adults 21 and older. Explore 14 boutiques and La Chance Winery. Check-in from 3-6 p.m., “Sip & Shop” from 3-8 p.m. and gift baskets and raffles at a “Wrap Party” at 8 p.m. on the La Chance Winery patio. Tickets: $30 and include a swag bag, a personal wine glass, wine and chocolate tastings at each boutique and exclusive in-store offers for ticket holders. Food and drinks available for purchase at La Chance Winery and Restaurant throughout the event. Tickets available on the La Chance website at lachancevineyards.com/event/kimmswick-wine-walk/.
Festus Senior Expo, 8 a.m. to noon, Jefferson County Family YMCA. 1303 YMCA Drive, Festus. Prizes, free bingo, music and information for seniors. Sponsor: Leader Publications. For information, call the Leader office at 636-931-7560.
Tumbling Tots, 10-11 a.m., Eureka Community Center, 333 Bald Hill Road. Gymnastics class for ages 6 months to 5 years. Cost: $9 residents; $10 others. To register: 636-938-6775.
Jefferson County Photography Club, 6:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks, 2808 Old Hunning Road. Those under 15 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
Cancer companions support group, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Care Connections, 3579 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Care Connections, in partnership with St. John’s Lutheran, will hold a support group on Wednesdays to help cancer survivors, those undergoing treatment and caregivers. This support group is free and open to all. New attendees are welcome any time. For information or to register, call Lauren at 636-224-8137.
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.
Nondenominational 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.
Hillsboro Farmers Market, 3:30-6 p.m., 200 Bridle Ridge Lane.
Thursday, June 19
Craft night, 6-8 p.m., New Hope UMC, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. For all ages. Bring a friend. RSVP by contacting churchoffice@newhopearnold.com or by calling 636-464-5600.
Dance fitness and yoga, 6-7:30 p.m., Crystal City Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. Every Thursday in June. Classes are free and will take place at the pavilion. Dance fitness will be held from 6-6:45 p.m. Yoga will be held from 6:55-7:30 p.m. Sponsor: Jefferson County YMCA. For questions or more info, call 636-931-9622 or email Shelly at shelley.otec@gwrymca.org.
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks Lodge, 2808 High Ridge Blvd. Every Thursday. Speed Ball starts at 6:10 p.m. For information, call 636-575-0907.
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, 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.
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.
Fenton community and farmers market, 4:30-7 p.m., 995 Larkin Williams Road, Fenton.
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