Thursday, Sept. 18
Casual Coffee Chat with the Chamber, 8-9 a.m., The Wandering Bean, 4810 Hwy. B, Hillsboro. The Greater Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce invites the public to chat over coffee with fellow community members, business owners and friends. This month’s Chamber Board Member Chat hosts are Jan Buttner and Mandy Alley. Visit hillsborochamberofcommerce.com.
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. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333 or 386-208-5052.
Friday, Sept. 19
Arnold Days, 5-10:30 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, Arnold City Park on Bradley Beach Road off Jeffco Boulevard near the Meramec River. Admission is free. Festivities on Friday: carnival rides, vendor and food booths and the Micro Reality Racing game, photo opportunities with superheroes, an airbrush tattoo artist, professional wrestling matches, performances by the Retro Nerds band and the fireworks and laser show. Festivities on Saturday: Children’s Fishing Tournament, birdhouse making, farmers market, 12th annual Back the Blue Car Show, craft fair, carnival rides, wrestling matches, reptile show, many contests for all ages, music by The Plastic Kings, and fireworks and laser show. Festivities on Sunday: carnival rides, vendors, Arnold Days Parade and music from The Rock ‘n’ Rascal band. For more info, call 636-282-2380, go to the Arnold Parks and Recreation Facebook page or visit the city’s website, arnoldmo.org.
Rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1620 Boyd St., De Soto.
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.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Joachim-Plattin Ambulance District Station 6, 1235 N. Truman Blvd., Crystal City. Celebrate 50 years of service with station tours, equipment and skills demonstrations and a walking history tour. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet the team and enjoy light snacks.
BackStoppers BBQ, 11 a.m., the Big River VFW Post, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. This free, family-friendly event will include a bounce house, games and live music, raffles and barbecue for purchase from the Screaming Eagle Grill. A fireworks show presented by J&M Displays of Dittmer will begin shortly after dark. All proceeds from food sales and raffles will go toward BackStoppers, a nonprofit organization that supports families of first responders who are severely injured or die in the line of duty.
Celebrate Wildwood 30th Anniversary, 10 a.m. to 9:15 p.m., Wildwood Town Center, 16700 Main St. The event will kick off with a parade, with activities, a food court, live music and more throughout the day. The celebration will end with a fireworks show. For more information, visit cityofwildwood.com/759/Celebrate-Wildwood or call 636-458-0440.
De Soto Fall Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., De Soto Main Street. Sponsored by the De Soto Chamber of Commerce. Vendors, live music, dunking booth, duck contest and food. Wristbands are available for purchase for youth all-day play on inflatables.
De Soto Lions Club barbecue, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Save-A-Lot, 2050 Rock Road, De Soto. The barbecue supports eyeglasses for those in need within southern Jefferson County. Menu: ribs, pork steaks, hamburgers, bratwursts and hot dogs with bottled water available for purchase.
Fifth Annual Young Entrepreneur Arts and Crafts Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Historic Downtown Kimmswick. A free community event to support young entrepreneurs who have launched their own businesses and brands. Attendees will experience art, photography, jewelry, baked goods, handcrafted items, special talents and services from business owners aged 17 and younger. This is a rain-or-shine event.
40/8 Mineral Area Voiture 1321 barbecue, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, Buchheit, 200 Riverview Plaza Drive, Herculaneum. Menu: steaks, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, bratwursts and 1/4 pound hot dogs with bottled water and soda available for purchase. Supports nurses' training and American Legion Boys' State.
Trash and Treasure Sale, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Luke's United Church of Christ, 6610 St. Luke's Church Road, Imperial. Lots of miscellaneous items like antiques, collectibles, household items and decor, kitchen items, dishes, knick-knacks, toys and books.
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.
Herculaneum Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 776 Joachim Ave.
De Soto Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 520 N. Main St.
Sunday, Sept. 21
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
11th annual Big River Run, 8 a.m., Northwest Sports Complex, 4900 Byrnesville Road, House Springs. The event includes both 5K and 10-mile races. Register in advance or on the day of the race. Racing packets may be picked up from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at the High Ridge Civic Center, 2800 Community Lane, or on the day of the race between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. Entry in the 5K costs $25 and $35 for the 10-mile run. Proceeds from the runs benefit various activities organized by the Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Department. To register in advance, visit raceroster.com and search “Big River Run.” For more info, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 636-797-5334 or email parks@jeffcomo.org.
Monday, Sept. 22
LinkedIn Basics class, 2-3:30 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Learn the basics of the LinkedIn online platform. For adults. Registration required at jeffcolib.org or by calling 636-461-1914.
Voting Basics presentation, 6-7 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road, Arnold. Attendees will learn the basics of voting in Missouri and why voting is important in this nonpartisan presentation by the League of Women Voters of Metro St. Louis. For ages 16 and older. Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 to register or visit the jeffco.lib.org events calendar.
Community game night, 5-8 p.m., St. Martin’s United Church of Christ, 7890 Dittmer Ridge Road, Dittmer. Free for all ages.
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 Divorce Care and Divorce Care 4 Kids Support Group to help adults and children cope with divorce or separation. Adult classes are held in conjunction with children's classes. This support group is free and open to all. 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, Sept. 23
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.
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 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, 12:30-2 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, Sept. 24
Farmington Senior Expo, 8 a.m. to noon, Mineral Area College Technology Center, 5270 Flat River Road, Park Hills. Prizes, free bingo, music and information for seniors. Sponsor: Leader Publications. For information, call the Leader office at 636-931-7560.
Blood drive, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. For more info, visit redcrossblood.org or call 636-461-1914.
Health Sciences and Technology Center Open House, 3-6 p.m., St. Louis Community College-Wildwood, 2645 Generations Drive. Tour state-of-the-art labs and classrooms, including spaces for nursing, advanced imaging and emergency medical services. Meet program representatives to ask questions and explore career pathways. Experience hands-on activities for an inside look at what students learn. Connect with College departments in the new enrollment and student services suites to learn more about the overall STLCC experience.
Trash & Treasure Sale, 7 a.m. to noon, St. Luke's United Church of Christ, 6610 St. Luke's Church Road, Imperial. Lots of miscellaneous items like antiques, collectibles, household items and decor, kitchen items, dishes, knick-knacks, toys and books.
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 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.
Hillsboro Farmers Market, 3:30-6 p.m., 200 Bridle Ridge Lane.
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, Sept. 25
Blood drive, 1-5 p.m., Connect Church, 1779 Springdale Blvd., Fenton. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Open house and free barbecue, 5:30-7:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth’s Adult Day Care Center, 308 Plaza Way, Arnold. A community open house during National Adult Day Services Week. Guests will enjoy a free barbecue dinner, opportunities to win raffle prizes and a variety of activities. The open house also offers the chance to meet St. Elizabeth’s team, tour the Arnold Center and discover the programs and services available for seniors and adults with disabilities.
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. For info, call 636-937-8333.
Show Me Car Club meeting, 7 p.m., Wesley Rogers Steak and Buffet, 3601 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold.
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.
Toddler Thursday, 10 a.m. Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. Activities and crafts for toddlers and their parents. Theme: bird songs. 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.
Fenton community and farmers market, 4:30-7 p.m., 995 Larkin Williams Road, Fenton.
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.
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