Thursday, Oct. 16
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, 10-11 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. Sponsored by Hillsboro Estate Group. For info, call 636-937-8333 or 386-208-5052.
Gardening Club, 1-3 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Families with children welcome.
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., 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.
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. Cold catered lunch is by reservation a week in advance. Call 636-677-4578. $5 suggested donation. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Dance and Yoga in the Park, 6-7:15 p.m., Crystal City Park, 1511 Park Drive. Free classes are held at the pavilion every Thursday in October. Dance class: 6-6:30 p.m. Yoga class: 6:30-7:15 p.m. Organized by the Jefferson County YMCA.
Friday, Oct. 17
Blood drive, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., First Baptist Church, 2012 Missouri State Road, Arnold. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Blood drive, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Northwest High School, 6005 Cedar Hill Road, Cedar Hill. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Trunk or Treat, 5:30-8 p.m., Jefferson College, Blue Lot, 1000 Viking Drive, in Hillsboro. Free event for kids 12 and under. Featuring trick-or-treating from college-approved trunks, along with games and prizes. Families can enjoy food from local vendors, including Dynasty Manna, Hawaiian Grill, Hog Call BBQ, Messy Bettie's, as well as henna by Rani Henna (Megan Horch). Food items and henna for purchase. Costumes are encouraged. For questions, call 636-481-3231.
Jefferson County 911 Dispatch Trunk or Treat, 6:30-8:30 p.m., upper parking lot at Northwest High School, 6005 Cedar Hill Road, Cedar Hill. Representatives from local fire and ambulance districts and police departments will be on hand during the event, and many agencies will have vehicles or other apparatus on display. Food trucks will also be stationed in the parking lot, including Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee and Cosmic Donuts, according to a recent Facebook post from Jefferson County 911. Call the Jefferson County 911 non-emergency line at 636-797-9797.
Rock and Roll Bingo, 7 p.m., Meramec-Arnold Elks Lodge, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Event to benefit STL Naturals under-9 baseball team. Admission is $20 per person, includes beer, wine and soft drinks during event. Outside food is allowed, no outside beverages. Doors open at 6 p.m. For information, call Amber Gallagher at 314-662-1171 or Jennifer Schwartz at 314-605-7404.
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., 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 Post 1831, 1651 Veterans Drive, De Soto. Two pieces of fish and two sides for $11. Dine-in or carry out. For questions, call 636-586-9765.
Fish fry, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 400, 2 Gravois Road, Fenton. Menu: crispy cod, catfish fillets, shrimp and chicken fingers, all served with your choice of two sides. Choose from fries, green beans, baked beans, coleslaw or hush puppies. Come early as meals sell out quickly. Dine in or grab your meal to go. Bar is open till 11 p.m. To place your order, call 636-343-7330. Cash and credit accepted. Everyone is welcome.
Saturday, Oct. 18
WWII Weekend Living History event, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 10349 Hwy. 21, Hillsboro. No entry fee. The nonprofit U.S. 2nd Rangers Infantry Battalion of St. Louis will have reenactors showing life during wartime. Battle reenactments set for 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. A canteen dance will be at 7 p.m. Saturday in the fairgrounds building. Dance tickets are $20 at the door. Participants encouraged to dress in 1940s attire, military or civilian. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $16 at the U.S. 2nd Ranger Infantry Battalion of St. Louis Inc. page on Facebook and going to the 2nd Rangers Swing Dance posting. For more information, visit the Facebook page.
Trivia Night Spooktacular, 6:30 p.m., De Soto Farmers Market Pavilion, 516 N. Main St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Family-friendly event with kids' trivia, costumes and contests throughout the evening. Admission is $130 for a table of eight. Sponsored by Hope United Church of Christ and Kozzy’s on Main, with proceeds going to storm victims. To reserve a table, call 636-586-6425.
Carma Howard Coat Giveaway, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, 415 N. Mill St., Festus. The public is welcome, and there are no income or residency requirements. Plenty of coats for children and adults. For more info, call 636-937-3416.
Funapalooza, 4-9 p.m., Bethlehem Baptist Church, 8325 Hwy. Y, Dittmer. A family-friendly evening of fun featuring a chili dinner, hot dogs, games, hayrides, a bonfire, pumpkin carving, crafts, candy and prizes.
Harvest Pop-up, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hillsboro United Methodist Church, 4810 Hwy. B. Shop local vendors. Food outside from The Brunch Box. Refreshments inside from The Wandering Bean.
Amvets Chapter 42 Riders Trunk or Treat, 4-7 p.m., Amvets Post 42, 555 Joachim Ave., Herculaneum. Family-friendly event. Costumes encouraged. Decorated motorcycles and vehicles, candy, a kids’ corner featuring fun activities, face painting and food and beverages for purchase.
Mouse Races, 6:30 p.m., Arnold Knights of Columbus, 1623 Jeffco Blvd. Table of eight costs $200, includes popcorn bucket, soda and beer. Participants may bring their own food. Evening also includes raffles, silent auction and mouse roulette. Funds benefit Friends of Kumbo Carita Mission. For information, call 314-329-8320.
North Jefferson County Ambulance District outdoor movie night, 7:15 p.m., Station 1, 3131 Rock Creek Road in High Ridge. Parking available at Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP. Shuttle services will be available to take attendees across Hwy. 30. The ambulance district will show the 2003 film “Haunted Mansion,” rated PG. Free popcorn, non-alcoholic drinks and candy will be available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Call 636-677-3399.
Gateway Region YMCA Fall Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wildwood YMCA, 2641 Hwy. 109, Wildwood. Free event for everyone. Craft and food vendors, plus games for the whole family. For more info, contact Jen Komor at 636-458-6636 or jen.komor@gwrymca.org.
Halloween Parade and ‘Boo at the Barn,’ 6 p.m., Hillsboro R-3 Intermediate, 10478 Hwy. 21. The parade route is as follows: from the school stoplight, continue south on Hwy. 21 to left on Main Street in front of City Hall, left on Vreeland Road, and return back to the school to disperse. Following the parade will be the community “Boo at the Barn” event at Bridle Ridge Acres Farm, 200 Bridle Ridge Lane, in Hillsboro. The evening will include a trunk or treat, a spooky barn walk, a haunted trail, a bonfire, music, food, a costume contest, pumpkin decorating and live animals. Donations will be accepted for the Hillsboro Agricultural Department. To learn more, contact the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce at 636-481-6718, hillsborochamberoffice@gmail.com or visit the hillsborochamberofcommerce.com.
Festus Class of 1975 reunion, 4-8 p.m. Festus-Crystal City Elks Lodge, 4 Elks Drive, Festus. Cost: $45 per person. For more info, visit Festus Class of 1975 Facebook page or contact goodwinsl@sbcglobal.net or boyerzoe@yahoo.com.
Aim for the Stars, sunset, Jefferson College Observatory, Farm Road on north entrance of Hillsboro campus. Telescope open for public viewing; visitors may bring their own telescopes and binoculars. Volunteers from the St. Louis Astronomical Society will assist beginners. Postponed for inclement weather. Call 636-481-3318.
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 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.
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, Oct. 19
2nd annual Jeffco Showdown classic car and truck show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., VFW Hall Post 5331, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. Registration is $20 and will take place from 9 a.m. to noon. Prizes, 50-50 raffles and awards presented at 2 p.m. Benefits the Peace Pantry. Sponsored by Minty Garage Performance.
Trunk or Treat, 4-6 p.m., St. Martin United Church of Christ, 3229 High Ridge Blvd., High Ridge. Games and refreshments. For questions, call 636-677-5602.
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 info, call 636-586-1750.
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, Oct. 20
Blood drive, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Jefferson County Family YMCA, 1303 YMCA Drive, Festus. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Hillsboro Christian Church, 4865 Hwy. B, Hillsboro. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
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.
Divorce Care and Divorce Care 4 Kids Support Group, 6-7:30 a.m., Care Connections, 3581 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Care Connections, in partnership with St. John’s Lutheran, will hold a 13-week support group to help adults and children cope with divorce or separation. Adult classes are held in conjunction with children's classes. New attendees are welcome any time. Visit divorcecare.org or call Christy at 314-649-3251 to register.
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 2 prizes to play. Call for the theme of the week and prizes. 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.
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. Cold catered lunch is by reservation a week in advance. Call 636-677-4578. $5 suggested donation. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Tuesday, Oct. 21
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.
Stretch 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 info, 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 p.m. to 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. Cold catered lunch is by reservation a week in advance. Call 636-677-4578. $5 suggested donation. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Grief Share support group, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Care Connections, 3579 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Care Connections, in partnership with St. John’s Lutheran, will hold a 13-week support group on Tuesdays to help those who have lost someone close to them. 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.
Wednesday, Oct. 22
Blood drive, 7:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Herculaneum High School, 1 Blackcat Drive, Herculaneum. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Eureka Senior Expo, 8 a.m. to noon, the Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane, Eureka. Prizes, free bingo, music and information for seniors. Sponsor: Leader Publications. For information, call the Leader office at 636-931-7560.
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.
Nondenominational Bible study, 10-11 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1511 Park Drive, Crystal City. For more info, 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, 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.
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. Cold catered lunch is by reservation a week in advance. Call 636-677-4578. $5 suggested donation. Organizer: Aging Ahead.
Thursday, Oct. 23
Blood drive, 1:30-5:30 p.m., De Soto Christian Church, 4151 Fountain City Road, De Soto. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
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, 10-11 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center at the Summit Building 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.
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. Theme: spiders. To register: icampmo.com.
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