Thursday, Sept. 25
Seckman High School Powder Puff game, 6 p.m., Seckman High School stadium, 2800 Seckman Road, Imperial. Junior girls play senior girls in flag football. Admission is $2 or two non-perishable food items. Donations benefit the Mary Daniels Foundation and Sister Christine’s Food Pantry.
Save A Life Day, noon to 5 p.m., The Collective, 924 Jeffco Executive Drive, Imperial. PreventEd will be providing free naloxone kits and hot meals at their new recovery community center.
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, 5:30-7:40 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.
Dunklin R-5 homecoming parade, 5-6 p.m., begins at Senn-Thomas Middle School, with a right out of Senn-Thomas Drive onto Main St. then a left turn onto Joachim Ave. It will travel down Joachim Ave. and end at Herculaneum Fairgrounds.
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, 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.
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.
Friday, Sept. 26
Spotlight Community Theatre’s “Rising Star Revue,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday at Radiant Life Church, 11533 Gamel Cemetery Road, Festus. Younger members of the troupe will put on the one-act play “Gran’s Guide to Stop an Ogre (Also Works for Witches and Bullies),” and “The Teen Talent Showcase.” Tickets cost $10 and may be purchased at spotlightjeffco.ludus.com or at the door. More information: Spotlight Community Theatre – Jeffco on Facebook or spotlightjeffco.org.
Outdoor Classroom: Petroglyph Research, 2 p.m., Washington State Park’s amphitheater, 3041 Hwy. 104, south of De Soto. Listen to a presentation about the petroglyphs at Washington State Park and the connections between this site and other Native American archaeological sites.
Pork steak dinner, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. Call 636-464-2599.
Manhattan Short Film Festival, 1:30-4 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Enjoy several short films as part of the 2025 Manhattan Short Film Festival. Those in attendance can also vote for their favorite. The program is for adults and registration is required at jeffcolib.org or by calling 636-461-1914.
Rain, Drain and Terrain with MU Extension, 3-4 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. In this program for those ages 8 through 12, discuss the role of soil in the environment, sources of pollution, soil conservation and how we get clean water in our environment. Perform an experiment to understand how soil interacts with water. Registration is required. Visit jeffcolib.org.
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.
Herculaneum High School homecoming football game, 7-10 p.m., Herculaneum High School, 1 Black Cat Dr, Herculaneum. Hosting Cuba R-II High School Wildcats.
Saturday, Sept. 27
George Portz Traditional Music Festival, music runs from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Larry G. Crites Memorial Park along Old Hwy. A in Festus. National and regional musicians will perform Bluegrass, Cajun, Irish and gospel music and clog dancers will perform. Festival includes craft vendors and food trucks. Entry fee is $15 per day for adults, with children age 12 and under free. Passes to cover both days may be purchased for $20 online, but service fees apply. Tickets: georgeportzTMF.com or at the gate. More info: George Portz Traditional Music Festival on Facebook or the festival website listed above.
Rescue the Firefighter, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., High Ridge McDonald’s, 2701 Ridge Point Drive. Help the High Ridge Fire Protection District raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and save Firefighter Bo Bunton from the restaurant’s roof. Each dollar donated raises the fire district’s ladder closer to the roof. For information, visit the High Ridge Fire Protection District Facebook page.
Walk for the Poor, 9 a.m., Sacred Heart Parish, 555 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Sponsored by the St. Vincent de Paul organization of local parishes. All donations will be used to assist those in need within our local communities. To make a pledge or donation, stop by Saturday morning. For more info, contact 314-420-5087.
Fountain City Classic Marching Invitational, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Three high school marching bands will parade along Main Street (Plaza Square to De Soto Public Library) from 8-9 a.m. Field competitions for 14 marching bands will be held at De Soto High School’s JC Culwell Stadium. There is no cost to view the parade but admission to the field competition is $10 for adults and $5 for non-performing school-age children.
De Soto Community Church yard sale, 8 a.m., 1517 Boyd St. For more info, call the church at 636-586-3211.
The Harbor Thrift Store Sidewalk Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Summer clothes, swimwear and shoes on sale at half price. Doughnuts and coffee.
Fox High Alumni Picnic, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Arnold City Park, 2400 Bradley Beach Road. Teachers, students and all alumni of Fox High School are invited to attend. Tickets are $15. The cost covers food, a cake to honor all the reunion celebrations, supplies and decorations. Attendees are encouraged to bring snacks for your table. Bring your own beverages.
Governor Fletcher House Chili Cookoff and Dessert Auction, noon to 4 p.m., 401 Elm St., Hillsboro. Bring your best chili and compete for cash prizes. Donate a dessert for the Dessert Auction; all proceeds benefit the preservation of the Governor Fletcher House and Huskey Log Cabin. Also enjoy live music and wine tasting. To register your chili entry or donate a dessert, contact Mandy Alley at 636-208-2125 or Nancy Maxwell at 314-223-5087.
Amvets Post 42 Third Annual Car Show, noon to 4 p.m., Join for a multi-class car show at Amvets Post 42 in Herculaneum to help raise money for the St. Louis VA Domiciliary. Food, raffles and 50-50. Rain Date is Sunday, Oct. 5. For more info, visit facebook.com/events/1887960118668660.
JeffCo Democrats Forward Rock ’n Roll Bingo, 7-11 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Music, raffles, prizes, drinks, and fun. Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. Extra Bingo cards are $10. Premium drink bracelets are $25 while rail drink bracelets are $20. Soda drink bracelets are $5. For tickets, visit zeffy.com/ticketing/rock-n-roll-bingo-2.
Giveaway event, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oakland Baptist Church, 6006 Hwy. H, De Soto. The community is invited to shop for household items, clothing and more at this giveaway event. All items will be free.
The 12th Annual Food for Thought Concert, 2-9 p.m., Club Villa Magnolia, 8400 Villa Magnolia Drive, Cedar Hill. Benefits: the Cedar Hill Peace Pantry and helps community members. Admission: a bag of non-perishable food or a cash donation. The event will include live music from local musicians, food and beverages for purchase, 50-50 and raffles. No coolers permitted. For more information, call Pat Taylor at 636-375-4352, Nancy Wille at 636-222-4433, Kathy Davis at 636-575-3119 or Chelle Quidley at 314-546-8134.
De Soto High School class of ‘75 reunion, 3 p.m., the upper Knights of Columbus Hall, 13225 Hwy. E, De Soto. The day will consist of a social hour from 3-4 p.m. and a dinner starting at 4:30 p.m. Dinner is $40 per person. Venmo their dinner payment to Cathy-Rogers-71. To mail in a dinner payment, send money to either Joey King, 807 Stewart St., De Soto, 63020, or Cathy Rogers, 723 Rock Road, De Soto, 63020. For questions, email dhs1975.50years@gmail.com.
Jefferson County Fire Engine Rally, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., William C. Haggard City Park, 776 Joachim Ave, Herculaneum. Parade of firetrucks and emergency vehicles starting at St. Pius X High School, 1030 St. Pius Drive, Crystal City, and proceeds northward on Hwy. 61-67 to the park grounds. Air rescue helicopter from ARCH Air Medical is scheduled to arrive around 10:45 a.m.; a Dalmatian show at 11 a.m.; a sprinkler suppression demonstration at 11:30 a.m.; a children’s scavenger hunt at noon for the first 30 children who register; and apparatus awards at 1:30 p.m.
Herculaneum Fall Festival, 4-9 p.m., William C. Haggard City Park, 776 Joachim Ave, Herculaneum. The festival will have music, food trucks, vendors, a beer garden and a free caricature artist and face painter.
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.
Wildwood Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 221 Plaza Drive.
Herculaneum Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 776 Joachim Ave.
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, Sept. 28
Fourth Annual Northwest Homecoming Parade, 2 p.m., High Ridge Blvd., in High Ridge. The event is free, and the public is encouraged to attend. The route will move west, starting near the Aldi parking lot and ending at Hwy PP. The Spirit of Northwest Marching Band will march in the parade, plus first responders will lead and end the parade. Student club floats, athletic teams and a float from each of our schools will also take part. There will be candy handed out by parade participants along the route.
Country music concert and dance, 5-8 p.m., Mississippi River Eagles, 330 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Admission: $8 at the door. Music Provided by David Byers and a Country Experience.
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Monday, Sept. 29
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. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Festus Public Library, 406 West Main St., Festus. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
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, Sept. 30
Blood drive, 2-6 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1620 Boyd St., De Soto. Sponsor: American Red Cross. Donors need to bring ID. Call 1-800-733-2767.
Living with Water: An Introduction to Your Rock Creek Watershed, 4:30-7 p.m., Mastodon State Historic Site pavilion, 1800 Seckman Road, Imperial. Open-house style event with representatives from various agencies and elected officials to educate residents on the Rock Creek Watershed and the effect of water on residents in Seckman Valley. For information, call Councilman Charles Groeteke (District 4, Barnhart) at 636-535-3352 or email cgroeteke@jeffcomo.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 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. 1
Lego-Mania Club, 4:30 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Ages 3 and up. Register at jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204.
Senior citizen group, 11:30 a.m., New Hope Methodist Church, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Imperial. First Wednesday of each month. Bring your lunch, play games and meet new friends. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Every month will be a different activity or field trip.
Friends of the Festus Library meeting, 10 a.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Festus. Meetings occur on the first Wednesday of each month. For questions, call the library at 636-937-2017.
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.
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, Oct. 2
Route 66 community meeting, 4-6 p.m., Genesis Church, 18401 Historic Route 66, Eureka. Doors open at 4 p.m. This is an informal meeting to introduce the Leader's Historic Route 66 magazine. Business owners in Wildwood, Eureka and Pacific and those along the route are encouraged to attend. The local magazine will commemorate 100 years of motoring history, along with a look at the future of the highway corridor. City speakers will also discuss Route 66 anniversary plans.
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. Menu: taco pasta salad, Mexican rice and beans, baked cinnamon sugar chips with fruit salsa. 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 Historical 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.
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.
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