Thursday, Nov. 5
Salute to Our Veterans, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Wildwood City Hall, 16860 Main St., Wildwood. A program to honor those who have served, will feature an address from Mayor Joe Garritano, a flag presentation and veterans’ recognition. Refreshments will be provided. For information, visit cityofwildwood.com or call 636-458-0440.
ImpactLife blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jefferson College-The Field House, 1000 Viking Drive, Hillsboro. To donate, visit login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/151398.
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.
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.
Friday, Nov. 6
Rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Hope United Church of Christ, 100 S. Third St., De Soto. The sale will feature holiday decor, exercise equipment, adult and children’s clothing, toys, books, kitchen items and knickknacks. Saturday will be dollar bag day. For info, call the church at 636-586-6425.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 9330 Hwy. 21, Hillsboro. Catfish, cod, jack salmon and shrimp dinners. Dine-in and Carryout available.
ImpactLife blood drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hillsboro High School, 123 Leon Hall Parkway 3419 (Gym 2), Hillsboro. To donate, visit login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/151691.
Arnold Veterans Day parade, 11 a.m. Procession begins at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2211 Tenbrook Road, proceeds down Tenbrook Road and crosses Jeffco Boulevard onto the Fox schools campus, 751 Jeffco Blvd. Ceremony held near campus flagpole. Fox High School Student Council holds luncheon and program following flagpole ceremony. Call 636-282-2380 or email kfay@arnoldmo.org.
Blood drive, 1-5 p.m., Spring Hills Church, 6247 Upper Byrnes Mill Road, Byrnes Mill. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Prime rib dinner, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. No smoking permitted. Call 636-464-2599.
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.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., VFW Hall, 1651 Veterans Drive, De Soto. Sponsored by 1831 VFW Ladies Auxiliary, a fish fry is held every Friday; two pieces of fish and two sides cost $12. Carryout available. 636-586-9765.
Saturday, Nov. 7
Barbecue, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until sold out, Buren Chapel AME Church, 435 Burris St., Herculaneum.
Camp Crites, 4:30 p.m. to approximately 8:30 p.m., Larry G. Crites Memorial Park along Old Hwy. A, Festus. Free event put on by the city of Festus offering backyard-sized games, a bonfire, hayrides and scary stories. Attendees may bring their own hot dogs and s’mores ingredients to cook in the bonfire, as well as lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Coolers are welcome. More info: go to the Camp Crites page on Facebook or visit festusmo.gov and go to the “Around Town” icon. Sponsored by Festus Tourism Commission.
Bag Bingo, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 13225 Hwy. E, De Soto. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost: $30 per ticket and can be purchased at the church rectory. Tickets include eight rounds of bingo. Win designer bags, fishing bags and door/attendance prizes. The night will also feature a silent auction, pull tabs and a cash bar. Additional cards and special bingo games are available for purchase. Benefits the St. Rose of Lima School. For more info, call 636-337-2212 or 573-854-9057.
Festus Main Street Association Ladies Night, 2-8 p.m. on Festus Main Street. Sixth annual version of the event features shopping, live music and refreshments. Many downtown Festus businesses will offer special raffles, giveaways and discounts. Vendors in tents also will participate in the event, during which Main Street will be closed between Mill Street and Brierton Lane. Guy Cook and the Hard Chargers will perform from 4-8 p.m. For more info: visit festusmainstreet.org or the Festus Main Street Association page on Facebook.
Fox High School Fall Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Fox High commons area and gyms, 751 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. For information, email foxhighcraftshows@gmail.com or go to the Fox High School Parent’s Club Facebook page.
Rock and roll bingo, 7 p.m., Festus American Legion, 849 American Legion Drive. Doors open at 6 p.m. The evening will include 10 rounds of bingo with all types of music, a 50-50 drawing, raffle baskets, prizes and a concession stand. Outside snacks and drinks are welcome but no outside alcohol. Admission is $140 tables of eight or $20 per person in advance or $200 per table or $25 per person at the door, space permitting. Sponsor: Scouting 253, which supports Scouting units sponsored by Post 253. To register: Melissa Trost, 314-221-1726 or mtrost209@aol.com.
House Springs Lions Christmas Trivia, 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 6800 Knights of Columbus Lane, House Springs. Eight rounds of trivia, 50/50 raffles, lottery boards, silent auction, games, DJ. $30 per person or $240 for table of eight. Open bar is included in registration costs. Bring snacks for your table. Proceeds benefit KidSight. Email Pat at pm4641@aol.com or call 314-560-7730.
Coats and blankets giveaway, 9-11 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 200 Boyd St., De Soto. The church will give out free coats, blankets and more to those in need.
Rummage sale, 8:30 a.m. to noon, St. Michael House, at the junction of Hwy. 21 and CC, across from Washington State Park, south of De Soto, and on the grounds of The Rural Parish Works of Christ the King. Sale will feature clothing, shoes, household items, purses, toys, furniture, books and more. Must take items the day of the sale. All proceeds benefit St. Michael House, a Christian activity center. For more info, call 636-586-5171.
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.
Chess Club, 9-11 a.m. every Saturday, De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. For grades 4-8. Taught by Jim True.
Sunday, Nov. 8
Country jam and fundraiser, 1-5 p.m., VFW Post 1831,1651 Veterans Drive, De Soto. Benefits Shriners Hospital. Everyone welcome.
Monthly meeting, 1 p.m., Kress Farm Garden Preserve, 5137 Glade Chapel Road, Hillsboro. Hear guest speaker Ed Spevak cover “Wheel Gardens.”
Shooting match, 10 a.m., Pastime Club, 5557 Hwy. 61-67, Imperial. Boards accepted from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pot shots and meat wheel. One shot per board: $1; centers are $1 each. 62 feet; barrel length maximum of 40 inches; any choke size. Scoring at judge’s discretion. For more information or questions, call 314-578-8838 or 314-620-8668.
De Soto Amvets Post 48 Auxiliary breakfast, 7:30-10:30 a.m., 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Menu includes biscuits and gravy, eggs, bacon, hash browns, sausage and potatoes. Biscuits and gravy only: $4. Plates: $9. All you can eat: $12.
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec-Arnold Elks Lodge, 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.
Meat shoot, 10 a.m., Meramec-Arnold Elks Lodge, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Doors open at 10 a.m. Practice rounds begin at 11 a.m. Sales for shooting rounds begin at 11:30 a.m. Meat shoot starts at noon. Snacks and lunch are provided. Beer and soda are available for purchase. Now a non-smoking event. For more information, call 636-464-8960.
Monday, Nov. 9
Free archaeological event, 7-8 p.m., Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. The Three Rivers Chapter of the Missouri Archaeological Society will host Larry Kinsella, an avocational archaeologist. He will speak on prehistoric micro drills.
Blood drive, 2-6 p.m., Fellowship Baptist Church-High Ridge, 2735 High Ridge Blvd. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Rummage sale, 8 a.m. to noon, St. Michael House, at the junction of Hwy. 21 and CC, across from Washington State Park, south of De Soto, and on the grounds of The Rural Parish Works of Christ the King. Sale will feature clothing, shoes, household items, purses, toys, furniture, books and more. Must take items the day of the sale. All proceeds benefit St. Michael House, a Christian Activity Center. For more info, call 636-586-5171.
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. Submit lunch orders by 11 a.m. 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 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.
Free exercise class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., lower level of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2211 Tenbrook Road, Arnold. Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday. Designed for older adults and those with arthritis or other ailments that make movement difficult. For information, call 636-296-1292.
Tuesday, Nov. 10
Veterans Tribute Assembly and Breakfast, 8 a.m., Hillsboro Junior High, 12 Hawk Drive, Hillsboro. Veterans from our community are invited to be honored with breakfast from 8-9:20 a.m., followed by an assembly in the Junior High Gym. The assembly is to teach our students the importance of honoring the veterans in our community and paying tribute to all of those in attendance. For more info, send an email to maerli_kristen@hsdr3.org.
Blood drive, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., VFW Post 2593, 2301 Church Road, Arnold. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Veterans appreciation dinner, 6 p.m., Joachim Masonic Lodge 164, 10798 Business 21, Hillsboro. All veterans are invited to attend. There is no charge. RSVP by calling 314-709-0416 or 314-799-2882.
Blood drive, 2:30-7 p.m., Corpus Christi Parish Center, 6024 Old Antonia, Imperial. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Food pantry, 4-6 p.m., Redemption Church of Barnhart, 7301 Metropolitan Blvd, Barnhart. Open every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. No proof of income needed. For more info, call 636-223-0657.
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.
Exercise with Faith, 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.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Meramec-Arnold Elks Lodge, 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, Nov. 11
Festus R-6 School District Veterans Day Parade, 11:30 a.m. Parade lines up at 10:30 a.m. at the parking lot behind Festus Intermediate School, 1501 Mid-Meadow Lane, Festus. The vehicle parade proceeds from the Festus R-6 campus onto Sunshine Drive, proceeds east on Main Street and continues on Main Street to Brierton Lane. All veterans are welcome. Parade participants are encouraged to register by Nov. 10. To register or for more info: call 636-937-5417.
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. Submit lunch orders by 11 a.m. 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, 9:30-10:30 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., Knights of Columbus 1185, 13225 Hwy. E, De Soto. Bingo takes place every Wednesday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Event ticket sales will begin at 4:15 p.m. Food available at 4:45 p.m. The night will feature two progressive games and door prizes. For more information, 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. For information, go to centralusa.salvationarmy.org or call 636-464-0787.
Free exercise class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., lower level of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2211 Tenbrook Road, Arnold. Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday. Designed for older adults and those with arthritis or other ailments that make movement difficult. For information, call 636-296-1292.
Thursday, Nov. 12
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.
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.
Pup Tales with Darcy, 4-5 p.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St., De Soto. Read a story to Darcy. Pup Tales takes place the second Thursday of every month. 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.
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.
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