Thursday, Sept. 5
Twin City Days, Thursday, Sept. 5, through Saturday, Sept. 7. Festivities will kick with the Twin City Days Breakfast at 8 a.m. at Larry G. Crites Memorial Park, Ballpark Pavillion, 2232-2292 Old. Hwy. A, in Festus, featuring a challenge pitting Crystal City against Festus in a cornhole battle. The U.S. Senior Pickleball Midwest Regional Championships and Twin City Invitational will run from Sept. 5 through Sept. 8 at Jokerst Memorial Park, 525 S. Mill St., time is still TBD. The Festus Public Library will open its three-day book sale, and Seniors in the Park will round out the morning, with bingo, food and music from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Larry G. Crites Memorial Park. The tailgate kickoff event from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at MRV Banks, 1319 N. Truman Blvd., in Festus, will take place in the afternoon, and a Trivia Night event at 6:30 p.m. at Elks Lodge 1721, 4 Elks Club, in Festus, will round out the evening. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sponsor: Twin City Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact the chamber at 636-931-7697 or to see a full list of events, visit twincitychamber.com
Friends of the Festus Library book sale, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Festus Library, 400 W. Main St. Three-day event in conjunction with Twin City Days. Friday, Sept. 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. Books of many categories are available for all ages. Proceeds go to the library. Call 636-937-2017.
Cedar Hill improvement project meeting, 6 p.m., Jefferson County Library- Northwest Branch, 5680 Missouri PP, High Ridge. Informative meeting regarding the preservation of the Cedar Hill Mill. Sponsored by Jefferson County Historical and Preservation Society.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 9330 Hwy. 21, Hillsboro. Menu: catfish, cod, jack salmon or shrimp dinners. Dine-in or carryout available.
Senior lunch, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., first Thursdays, Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center, 1 Coffey Park Lane. “Honoring Eureka Fire Protection District.” Menu: chicken and dumplings, mashed potatoes, garden salad and black forest brownie dump cake. Cost: $7 residents; $8 for others. Reservations: Ann, 636-938-6775.
Creative Corner, 10-11 a.m., Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Creative, messy program for ages 2-5. Cost: $10 residents, $11 others; includes crafts and snacks. To sign up: 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.
Friday, Sept. 6
Twin City Days, Thursday, Sept. 5, through Saturday, Sept. 7. The Sept. 6 events start with the annual four-person scramble golf tournament with registration at 7:30 a.m. and a shot-gun start at 9 a.m. at Crystal Highlands Golf Course, 3030 Hwy. 61, in Festus. From 4:30-6:30 p.m., families can go to Quonset Lanes, 2004 N. Truman Blvd, in Crystal City for free family bowling. There will be a wine-tasting event at 6 p.m. at Petit Paree, 228 E. Main St., in Festus. the annual free bike ride, Tour de Twin City Days, will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Crystal City Park parking lot, 1400 Dick Cook Drive, followed by a movie (“Barbie”) in the park. The Blues on the Bricks event from 6-11 p.m. at Mississippi Ave. in Crystal City will include food, drinks and live music by David Kalz opening for the band Anthology. This is an event for those 21 and older, and no coolers or outside beverages are allowed. Sponsor: Twin City Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact the chamber at 636-931-7697 or to see a full list of events, visit twincitychamber.com
Rummage sale, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Sept.7, from 7 a.m. to noon, Auxiliary Post 48, 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Proceeds go towards the Special Olympics and Field of Glory.
All for Family volunteer information meeting, 1 p.m., Hillsboro United Methodist Church, 4810 Hwy. B. Information: jenali@allforfamily.net.
Steak dinner, 4-7 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., Knights of Columbus Council 1230, 316 N. Adams St., Festus. Dinners are $12 and include two sides. Menu: cod, catfish filet, shrimp, grilled fish and jack salmon. Dine-in or carryout. Call 636-937-8138.
Jefferson County Community Health Needs Assessment, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Compass Health, 5684 Hwy. PP, High Ridge. Review the data collected from the recent Community Health Needs Assessment and give feedback. Discuss the data with other community partners and attend breakout sessions focused on the following key areas: mental health, substance use, physical health, children and barriers to healthcare. Call 636-933-1064.
Barbecue, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or sold out, Friday and Saturday, Eureka Knights of Columbus, the intersection of Hwy 109 and S. Central/Augustine Road. Concession stand is located next to the Spur parking lot between the ball fields and Hwy 109. Menu: smoked ribs, pork steaks, chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, brats and sides. Benefits: non-profit organizations in the Eureka area.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Festus American Legion, 849 American Legion Drive. Catfish, shrimp, jack salmon plates with three sides: $13; cod plates $15. 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.
House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Line dancing 10-11 a.m. Reservations: 636-677-4578.
De Soto Senior Center, 221 S. Third St. Exercise class 10-11 a.m., cards noon to 2 p.m. Fridays and Mondays; bingo 10-11 a.m. Fridays. Call 636-337-7578.
Bingo, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 636-937-8333.
Saturday, Sept. 7
Twin City Days, Thursday, Sept. 5, through Saturday, Sept. 7. A free pancake breakfast with donations accepted is on the schedule from 8-10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Festus-Crystal City, 113 Grand Ave., in Festus. The 5K run walk will start at 8 a.m. at Crystal City Park, 1400 Dick Cook Drive. The kids’ fishing tournament is from 8-11 a.m. at the Festus- Crystal City Conservation Club, 2567 Hwy. 61, south of Festus. On Festus Main Street there will be the Main Street Market craft and vendor show, a classic car show and a food court with a dizzying array of choices, all happening from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Crystal City Park will host a baby-crawling contest, kids’ games, sidewalk chalk drawing, free ice cream and the kids’ money pit all starting at 9 a.m. A grip strength challenge will take place from 9-11 a.m. at Athletico Physical Therapy, 1300 Veterans Blvd., in Festus. Find a new pet and safeguard the ones you already have at an animal adoption and vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon at Crystal City Animal Control Facility, 110 Chestnut St., in Crystal City. Take part in Hot Wheels racing at 11 a.m. and noon at Twin City Toyota, 301 Autumn Ridge Drive, in Herculaneum. The final event of Twin City Days is a concert in the Larry G. Crites Memorial Park, 2232-2292 Old Hwy. A, in Festus, featuring the Joe Dirt and the Dirty Boys Band. The night will include food trucks and the chamber-sponsored beer tent running from 6 p.m. on. Sponsor: Twin City Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact the chamber at 636-931-7697 or to see a full list of events, visit twincitychamber.com
Optimus Prime visit, 10-11:30 a.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Games, give-aways, discounted non-resident library cards for $25 the month of September.
World War II Weekend Living History, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, at Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 10349 Business, Hillsboro. Event features reenactors staging military camps, with battle reenactments 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday and noon Sunday. No charge to spectators. Visit U.S. 2nd Ranger Infantry Battalion of St. Louis, Inc. page on Facebook or jeffersoncountyfair.net for more info.
Women Dems trivia, 7 p.m., American Legion Hall, 849 American Legion Drive, Festus. Doors Open at 6 p.m. Tables of eight: $160 at the door or $20 walk-ins. Beer, soda and water included. Cash bar. No outside alcohol. Door prizes, silent auction, 50-50, liquor raffles and tarot readings. Visit womendemsmo.org to register or email womendemstreasurer@gmail.com.
Plant sale and flea market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Kress Farm Garden Preserve, 5137 Glade Chapel Road, Hillsboro. Plant sale: native plants, trees and shrubs available as well as mums and asters. There will also be a guest speaker in addition to the sale and flea market at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. Speaker: master naturalist Don LeBaige. Topic: Native Bees.
Pooch Plunge, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., small dogs (less than 35 pounds); 1-3 p.m., large dogs (more than 35 pounds, Arnold Recreation Center outdoor pool, 1695 Missouri State Road. Cost: $11 per dog with one person, $3 additional person. Call Arnold Parks and Recreation Department at 636-282-2380.
Memorial ride and paintball tournament, 9 a.m., Gold Star Harley-Davidson, 2435 US-67, Festus. Breakfast while supplies last. Angels of Abbey Gate 80-mile memorial ride begins at 10 a.m. First-hand passenger: $10. Extra-hand passenger: $5. Lunch and cocktails at 11:30 a.m. at St. Charles Harley-Davidson, 3808 W. Clay St. Roll out is at 1 p.m. Play paintball against veterans and first responders. Registration for “Joe’s v. Pro’s” paintball is at 1:45 p.m. with the tournament running from 2:30-5:30 p.m. at Good Game Sports Park, 1600 E. Veterans Memorial Pkwy. in Truesdale. T-shirts available while supplies last, 50-50 raffle, Devil Dog Whiskey raffle and gun raffle. In memory of Marine LCPL Jared Schmitz and those who died at Abbey Gate. Sponsor: The Freedom 13. Visit thefreedom13.org.
Breakfast, 6:30-11 a.m., Eureka Masonic Lodge, 616 Stockell Drive. Cost: $11 adults, $5 children. Benefits Eureka High School scholarship fund, Shriners hospitals. Call 636-405-0375 or email ajpaschke@aol.com.
Chess club, 9:30-11:30 a.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. For all skill levels. Call 636-586-3858.
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.
Clothing bag sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Peace Pantry, 8100 S. Industrial Drive, Cedar Hill. Clothing sold for $2 per bag. Call 636-285-0934.
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.
Arnold Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, Arnold City Park, 2400 Bradley Beach Road.
Cedar Hill Farmers and Vendors Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Big River VFW, 1 Lynn Lane.
De Soto Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 520 N. Main St.
Herculaneum Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, Herculaneum City Park, 776 Joachim Ave.
Wildwood Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, Town Center Plaza, 221 Plaza Drive.
Sunday, Sept. 8
Breakfast, 7:30-10:30 a.m., Auxiliary Post 48, 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Menu: biscuits and gravy, eggs, hash browns, sausage or bacon and potatoes. Biscuits and gravy only: $4. Plates: $9. All you can eat: $12.
House Springs Lions Car, Bike and Truck Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 6800 Knights of Columbus Lane, House Springs. $15 vehicle entry fee. Dash plaque for first 100 in the show. BBQ, beer, raffles, music. Rain date: Sept. 15. For information call Lion Jim, 314-401-3964
Sundays at Sunset concert, 6-8 p.m., Sunset Park, 86 Sunset Park Drive, Festus. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, coolers. Free admission. Music by Route 67, which performs traditional 70s, 80s and 90s country.
Children’s art class, 10 a.m. to noon, Home Church, 1595 Archer Drive, Arnold. Free painting class for ages 6-12. To sign up: 636-296-0565.
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Monday, Sept. 9
Archaeology lecture, 7-8 p.m., Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. Missouri Archaeological Society: Twin Rivers Chapter is sponsoring a lecture by archaeologist Michael Fuller. Learn about the diets of the Clovis people who lived in the area thousands of years ago. Call 636-464-2976.
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.
Arts and crafts, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Classes take an hourlong 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.
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.
De Soto Senior Center, 221 S. Third St. Scrabble 11 a.m. to noon. Call 636-337-7578.
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, 10:30 a.m., Cedar Hill Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive. Reading and crafts.
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Food pantry, 4-6 p.m., Redemption Church, 7301 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Information: redemptionchurchstl.com.
Jefferson County Democratic Central Committee, 7 p.m. virtually. Call 636-465-9050 or email jeffcomodems@gmail.com.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks. 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m. Call 636-937-8333.
De Soto Senior Center, 221 S. Third St. Bingo noon to 1 p.m. Call 636-337-7578.
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, Sept. 11
De Soto Senior Center, 221 S. Third St. Dominoes noon to 1 p.m. Call 636-337-7578.
Chess Open Play, 3:30-5:30 p.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Call 636-586-3858 for any questions.
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.
House Springs Senior Center, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., 6180 Hwy. MM. Intermediate line dancing. Reservations: 636-677-4578.
Food distribution, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Salvation Army, 3740 Telegraph Road, Arnold. Food for qualified families. Call 636-464-0787.
Hillsboro Farmers Market, 3:30-6 p.m., Bridle Ridge Acres, 200 Bridle Ridge Lane.
Thursday, Sept. 12
BSA Troop 456 recruiting event, 6-7:30 p.m., Wildwood Community Park, 17155 Pond Grover Pkwy. Also known as the “Adventure Troop,” BSA Troop 456 Wildwood is serving boys and now girls ages 11-17. Recruitment for Kindergarten through fifth-grade boys and girls to Pack 456 will also take place. Join for activities and information. Contact troop456wildwood@gmail.com or 636-254-2572.
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. Everyone welcome. 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.
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.
Quad Cities Senior Center, 10-11:30 a.m., 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Learn to play dominos. Call 636-837-8333.
Toastmasters Jeffco Challengers, 7 p.m., New Hope UMC, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. In-person and virtual meetings by Zoom. Information: Josephineemde@yahoo.com.
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.
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks, 2808 Old Hunning Road. Doors open 4 p.m. Cash-only event. Call 636-677-3557.
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.
Fenton Community and Farmers Market, 4:30-7:30 p.m., 995 Larkin Williams Road. Info: 636-349-8155 or farmersmarket@fentonmo.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.
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