Thursday, June 4
Blood Drive, 1-6 p.m., Jefferson County Health Department, 1515 Peach Tree Plaza Court, Hillsboro. Register with Impact Life at bloodcenter.org
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. For more information, call 636-586-3858.
Job preparedness and recovery groups, 10 a.m., the Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Every Tuesday and Thursday. At the meetings, attendees will learn valuable job skills, build confidence and find ongoing support. For more information, 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.
Pay It Forward Baby Ministry, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 202 Miller St., De Soto. 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.
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.
Fenton Farmers Market, 4:30-7 p.m., 995 Larkin Williams Road.
Friday, June 5
Most Sacred Heart rummage preview sale, 5-7 p.m., Most Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 350 E. Fourth St., Eureka. For $5, get early access to bargains before the official sale, which runs from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6. The gym, hallway, cafeteria and outbuilding will be filled with items for sale, including household goods, books, toys, clothes and more. This event is cash-only for entry and purchases. On Saturday, there will be a $5 bag sale that runs from noon to 2 p.m. and allows you to fill one of the church’s kitchen-sized trash bags with items from the gym and hallway.
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, June 6
Tailgate sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at New Hope United Methodist Church, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Featuring a wide variety of items for sale, including crafts, collectibles, books, games, household items, 3D printed items, jewelry, clothing, furniture and more. The Boy Scouts will be selling barbecue, and New Hope Cares will have a table with crafts and denim purses for sale.
Mouse races, 7 p.m., Festus-Crystal City Elks 1721, 4 Elks Club, Crystal City. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There will be a 50-50 drawing, raffles, Plinko, mouse roulette, heads or tails and a cash bar with cocktails, wine and canned beer. Beer and soft drinks will be provided at no charge. No outside alcohol permitted. Bring your own snacks. Admission is $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. This event will benefit veterans. To register a table or buy tickets, call Fred Waldrop at 314-574-6273 or Ted Luhrs at 314-550-7698. Tickets are also available at the Elks Club Bar.
De Soto Lions barbecue, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Save-A-Lot, 2050 Rock Road, De Soto. Menu: ribs, pork steaks, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, brats and hot dogs. Proceeds will go toward funds for eyeglasses for those in need within southern Jefferson County.
Festus Mayor’s Summer Cruise, starts at 2 p.m. with an informal vehicle show on the Festus Public Library parking lot, 400 W. Main St., Festus. No cost to show vehicles or to come look at the vehicles. The event includes music from a DJ from 2-8 p.m., and a food truck will be available. The cruise up and down Main Street officially kicks off at 6 p.m. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to watch the cruise from the sidewalk. More info: visit festusmo.gov and click “Around Town.”
Kimmswick Strawberry Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Free admission. Craft booths, home and garden vendors, music performances, facepainting and more; some activities charge a fee. Parking at Windsor C-1 campus, 6208 Hwy. 61, Imperial; fee for parking. Call 636-464-7407 or go to gokimmswick.com or cityofkimmswick.org.
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.
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.
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 judgment.
Cedar Hill Farmers and Vendors Market, 8 a.m. to noon, Big River VFW, 1 Lynn Lane.
Arnold Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 2400 Bradley Beach Road.
Festus Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, Behring and South Third streets.
Wildwood Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 221 Plaza Drive.
De Soto Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 520 N. Main St.
Sunday, June 7
Northwest High School all-class reunion, 3-8 p.m., Pavilion 2 at High Ridge Civic Center, 2800 Community Lane. Open to all Northwest High graduates. Games, music, 50/50 raffle, barbecue food truck, dessert and conversation. Bring your own drinks, wine and beer allowed, and lawn chairs. Playground, pickleball courts available.
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 information, call 636-586-1750.
Sunday Bloom Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1511 Park Ave., Crystal City.
Monday, June 8
Arnold Historical Society, 7 p.m., second Mondays, 1723 Jeffco Blvd. Call 636-282-2828.
Quilting group, 12:30 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Ages 18 and up; all skill levels. Visit jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204 for more information.
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 two prizes to play. Call for the theme of the week and prizes. 636-937-8333.
Senior lunch, 12:30-2 p.m., Aging Ahead Center at Jefferson College Arnold, 1687 Missouri State Road. Please submit lunch orders by 11 am on Thursday, one week before programming by going to agingahead.org/events/category/aging-ahead-arnold/. Suggested meal donation for adults 60 and older is $8. Meals are available for purchase for adults 59 and younger for $12. For more information, 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, June 9
Blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., Crystal City Elks Lodge 1721, 4 Elks Drive, Crystal City. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Food pantry, 4-6 p.m., Redemption Church, 7301 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Information: redemptionchurchstl.com.
Jefferson County Democratic Central Committee, 6:30 p.m., Rock Township Ambulance District House 4, 6707 St Luke's Church Road, Barnhart. Call 636-465-9050 or email jeffcomodems@gmail.com.
Senior Game Day, noon, every second Tuesday, the Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Located in the Timber’s party room, seniors can play games and socialize with friends. To register, call Ann at 636-938-6775.
Job preparedness and recovery groups, 10 a.m., the Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Every Tuesday and Thursday. At the meetings, attendees will learn valuable job skills, build confidence and find ongoing support. For more information, 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 information, 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, June 10
The Museum of Unity and Hope 2026 Speaker Series, 6:30-8 p.m., Crystal City High School Auditorium, 1100 Mississippi Ave, Crystal City. Local historian Tim Krysl will speak on the Reconstruction Era and its lasting impact on the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. He will provide context for understanding the world that Douglass High School was built within and recap the inspiration for the Museum of Unity and Hope, what it is, and how it will honor the legacy of Douglass High School. He will also share a community progress report on the status of the museum’s fundraising campaign and opportunities for museum supporters to help bring the project to life. For more info or to donate, visit museumofunityandhope.org/.
Jefferson County Beekeepers Association monthly meeting, 7-8:30 p.m., Hillsboro City Hall, 101 Main St. The club welcomes beekeepers of all experience levels. At 6:30 p.m., there is a book club and read along for beginning beekeepers as well as a Q&A. Meeting speakers address topics such as planting for pollinators, cooking with honey and seasonal updates.
Cherish Lunch Bunch, meets on the second Wednesday of every month at various restaurant venues. This is a social gathering of the Bereaved Spouse Support Group. Refer to the Cherish newsletter or contact Sue at 314-803-8590 for time and location.
Senior lunch, 12:30-2 p.m., Aging Ahead Center at Jefferson College Arnold, 1687 Missouri State Road. Please submit lunch orders by 11 am on Thursday, one week before programming by going to agingahead.org/events/category/aging-ahead-arnold/. Suggested meal donation for adults 60 and older is $8. Meals are available for purchase for adults 59 and younger for $12. For more information, 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 information, 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 information, go to centralusa.salvationarmy.org or call 636-464-0787.
Hillsboro Farmers Market, 3:30-6 p.m., Bridle Ridge Acres, 200 Bridle Ridge Lane.
Thursday, June 11
Blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., Fenton United Methodist Church, 800 Gravois Road, Fenton. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767
Show Me Woodturners, 6:30 p.m., 711 W. Main St., 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. 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, 10-11 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. Sponsored by Festus VFW. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333.
Job preparedness and recovery groups, 10 a.m., the Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. Every Tuesday and Thursday. At the meetings, attendees will learn valuable job skills, build confidence and find ongoing support. For more information, 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.
Pay It Forward Baby Ministry, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 202 Miller St., De Soto. 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.
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.
Fenton Farmers Market, 4:30-7 p.m., 995 Larkin Williams Road.
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