Thursday, March 20
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. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma between March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email. Call 1-800-733-2767.
School play, 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Festus R-6 Performing Arts Center, 501 Westwind Drive. Students in Festus High School Speech and Theater Program perform musical "Les Miserables School Edition." Admission: $6; seniors, students and military $5. Concessions by Support Our Stars (SOS) parents booster group.
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.
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.
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, March 21
Live music, 7-10 p.m., VFW Post 377, 900 VFW Drive, Festus. Performed by Scott and Mechelle. Public welcome.
Blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First Baptist Church, 2012 Missouri State Road, Arnold. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma between March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email. Call 1-800-733-2767.
St. Martin’s UCC mega sale, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday, St. Martin’s United Church of Christ, 7890 Dittmer Ridge Road, in Dittmer. A wide variety of sale items, including clothes, books, children and baby items and household items.
Fish dinner, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. Call 636-464-2599.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., St. Anthony of Padua, 3009 High Ridge Blvd., in High Ridge. Every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday. Menu: hand-dipped Alaskan cod and shrimp. Meals come with two sides, a drink and dessert.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Arnold Council 6018, 1623 Jeffco Blvd. Adult dinners: $14. Child’s cod dinner: $7. Fish dinners include a choice of jack salmon, cod, catfish, crab cakes or shrimp plus two sides of spaghetti, green beans, new potatoes, coleslaw, mac and cheese or hush puppies. Drinks: iced tea, lemonade or coffee are included. Soda: $1; beer: $3; and Margarita: $5 are also available for purchase.
Fish fry, noon to 6 p.m., Amvets Post 42, 555 Joachim Ave., Herculaneum. Delivery available, but is limited four dinners minimum. Delivery orders are taken between 8:30-10:30 a.m. Call ahead for delivery only, 636-479-4040.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., Our Lady Catholic Church, 1550 St. Mary Lane, Festus. Dinners are $14. Menu: cod, shrimp or catfish, includes two sides and a dessert.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Council 1230, 316 N. Adams St., Festus. Fish dinners: $12 and includes two sides. Menu: chunky cod, catfish filet, shrimp, grilled fish and jack salmon. Dine in or carry out. 636-937-8138.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., High Ridge Elks Lodge 2455, 2808 Old Hunning Road, High Ridge. Menu: two pieces of catfish dinner ($12), shrimp dinner ($12), one piece of catfish and three shrimp ($12), catfish sandwich ($7) or a kid’s meal of two chicken strips or one fish and a side ($6). Two sides are included with dinners. Side menu: green beans, coleslaw, fries and spaghetti. Dine in or carry out. Cash or card accepted.
Fish fry, 5-7 p.m., Knights of Columbus 1185, 13225 Hwy. E, De Soto. Dinners: $15 and served with three sides. Menu: Catfish, cod or shrimp. Sides: fries, claw, mac and cheese, hushpuppies, stewed tomatoes or cornbread. Dine in or take-out. For more info, call 636-586-2594.
Fish Fry, 4-7 p.m., Amvets Post 48, 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Fish dinner plate and two sides: $12. Choices of sides are slaw, French fries or mac and cheese. Desserts available until sold out. For questions, call 636-586-1750.
Fish fry, 3-7 p.m., Big River VFW Post 5331, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. Plates are $13 in cash and include fried fish, coleslaw, hush puppies and fries. Dine-in or carryout available. Call ahead and place an order, 636-274-5001.
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, March 22
Benefit for ‘Stick,’ 4-10 p.m., Cedar Hill Elks Lodge, 8430 Industrial Drive. Benefit for the family of Gary Haverstick. Entry is a $20 donation that will go toward the family. The night will include music, cash bar, food and raffles. For questions, call 636-375-1032.
Book sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jefferson County Library-Arnold Branch, 1701 Missouri State Road, Arnold. Books for both adults and children will be available for purchase. Most hardback books will be sold for $1 while paperbacks will be sold 2 for $1. Cash sales only. Checks accepted with valid ID. Proceeds from the sale will go to the Friends of the Library to sponsor services not otherwise funded. For more info about the Friends Book Store, call the JCL-Arnold Branch at 636-296-2204.
Book and bake sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., VFW 2593, 2301 Church Road, Arnold. This is a cash-only event.
St. John’s trivia night, 7 p.m., Corpus Christi Center, 6020 Old Antonia, Imperial. Doors open at 6. Table of 8: $160. Beer, wine and soda included. No outside alcohol permitted. Bring your own food and snacks. Prizes for best St Patrick table and costume. Cash prize for trivia winners. For reservations, call Ande at 314-537-4500.
90’s-themed trivia night, 6 p.m., Hillsboro Civic Club, 10349 Hwy. 21. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets: $25 per person or $200 per table of eight. In addition to 90s trivia, the night will include a silent auction, a 50-50 raffle, a best-decorated table contest and a best food display contest. Proceeds from this event will help provide vital mental health resources to schools, families, first responders and healthcare workers in Jefferson County and in St. Louis. Sponsor: ASPEN Network Inc. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit givebutter.com/25ASPENTrivia or call 636-215-0011.
Atlas Youth Outreach 5th annual trivia night, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 1623 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Doors open: 6 p.m. Table of eight: $250 and includes water, soda and beer. Outside wine and liquor permitted. No outside beer allowed. VIP table of eight: $300 and includes prime seating, drink runner, koozies and a food item. Only five VIP tables available. Trivia, raffle prizes, silent auction and mini-games. Sponsor: State Farm Insurance agent Shawn Crosswhite. Tickets can be purchased at atlasyouthoutreach.org.
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, March 23
Country music concert and dance, 5-8 p.m., Mississippi River Eagles, 330 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Music provided by David Byers and A Country Experience. Admission: $8 at the door. Non-smoking event.
BB gun shoot, 1-4 p.m., Cedar Hill Elks Lodge 2678, 8430 Industrial Drive. Open to members and their guests, all ages welcome. There will be both adult and kid rounds. BB guns provided. 50-50 raffles and chili, hotdogs, chilidogs and drinks available for purchase. Contact 636-285-3074 for more info.
Community meeting, 1 p.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
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.
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, March 24
Blood drive, 1:30-6:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus Pope John XXIII, 1623 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma between March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Mercy Health Mammogram Van, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Must bring an insurance card and a form of photo ID. It must be at least a year since your last screening mammogram. For adults age 40 or older. Those ages 35 through 39 who are interested should check with their insurance for coverage. Appointments are required, call 314-251-6300 and select option 0.
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.
Matter of Balance workshop, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., The Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Barnes Jewish Hospital and The Timbers are teaming up to offer a free 8-week course for seniors every Monday from March 24 through May 12. Participants will learn how to reduce the fear of falling and become less likely to fall by doing physical activity that increases strength and balance. Register at The Timbers, as there is limited space. For more info, call 636-938-6775.
Tuesday, March 25
Blood drive, 7:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Herculaneum High School, 1 Blackcat Drive. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma between March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Alzheimer's Empowered Caregiver Series, 6-7:30 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. This free education series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia. Caregivers can register for individual courses to meet their needs or complete the entire series. This program explores the role of caregivers and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress. This program also focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations. For adults. Registration is required at jeffcolib.org or by calling 636-461-1914.
Community meeting, 10 a.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
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. Explore the reality of spiritual experiences. Sponsor: ECKANKAR, The Path of Spiritual Freedom. Call 1-800-591-0694 or visit eckankar.org.
Show and tell story time, 10-10:30 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 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, March 26
Blood drive, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Jefferson County Family YMCA, 1303 YMCA Drive, Festus. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma between March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email. Call 1-800-733-2767.
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.
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 more info 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.
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, March 27
Blood drive, 1-5 p.m., Connect Church, 1779 Springdale Blvd., Fenton. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma between March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon gift card by email. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Food distribution, 9 a.m. while supplies last, SSM Health St. Clare Hospital, 1015 Bowles Ave., Fenton. The event was created to address food insecurity in the St. Louis region and is open to the public. Sponsor: SSM Health in St. Louis and the St. Louis Area Foodbank.
The 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, 6-7 p.m., Cedar Hill Satellite Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive, Cedar Hill. Learn from an Alzheimer's Association representative how to recognize the common signs of the disease in yourself and others while also finding out the next steps, including how to talk to a doctor. For adults ages 18 and older. Registration is required and can be done at jeffcolibrarymo.libcal.com/event/13630103.
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.
Resume workshop with MOJobs, 2-3 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Create an effective resume with help from the staff of Arnold Job Center through the online MOJobs platform jobs.mo.gov/ at this free workshop. For adults. Registration is required, call 636-461-1914.
Community meeting, 7 p.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
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.
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