Big Belleville weekend: Shriner’s Parade, new food fest on Public Square and indie market

Jennifer Green
·22 min read

Noon Friday, June 2 is the deadline to appear in next week’s What’s Happening. We must receive your event in writing with a contact phone number for questions.

Due to the number of submissions received, events may run only one time in print. Submitted event info will be edited and run the week before the event date.

Email: lifestyle@bnd.com. Mail to: Lifestyle, Belleville News-Democrat, P.O. Box 427, Belleville, IL 62222-0427. Questions, call Jennifer Green at 618-239-2643.

Featured Events

▪ Ainad Shriner’s Parade - 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 2, in downtown Belleville. For more information on the annual parade, visit www.ainadshriners.org.

The annual Ainad Shriner’s Parade starts at 7:30 p.m. Friday in downtown Belleville. But keeping with community tradition, people aren’t waiting to preserve their seats as hundreds of chairs are already lined up along Main Street.
The annual Ainad Shriner’s Parade starts at 7:30 p.m. Friday in downtown Belleville. But keeping with community tradition, people aren’t waiting to preserve their seats as hundreds of chairs are already lined up along Main Street.

▪ Feztival of Food - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 3, around Public Square in downtown Belleville. The first-ever event sponsored by Ainad Shriners features food vendors, live bands and more.

▪ Belleville Indie Market After Dark - 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., S. High Street, downtown Belleville. Features more than 40 local artists and creative entrepreneurs. For morning information, visit www.sweethoneystl.com/bellevilleindie.

Events

▪ Square Dance Lessons — 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 1. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, corner of 140 and Idler Road, Greenville. Beginning lessons. For more info, contact Glenda at 618-664-9806.

▪ Tri Township Library Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon Friday, June 2. Tri Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. Book donations accepted 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and during the book sale. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 618-667-2133.

▪ Dandy Dancers Square Dance — 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 2. Caseyville Township Senior Center, 10001 Bunkum Road, Fairview Heights. An evening of fun and exercise with calling and cueing by Dan and Doug Sprosty. Want to learn? Ask about lessons starting in September. Contact Rick at 618-234-1311 or Mike at 618-566-8752.

▪ History After Hours at The Field House Museum — 4-7 p.m. Friday, June 2. The Field House Museum, 634 S. Broadway, St. Louis. The public and members of the media are invited to explore The Power of the Press during the Field House Museum’s new after-hours programming series. “The Power of the Press,” the newest exhibit in the Eugene Field Library, dives into the cutthroat newspaper world of mid-19th century St. Louis, when the pages flying off the printing press could sway elections, influence policy, incite mobs, and ignite duels to the death. fieldhousemuseum.org

▪ Sixth Annual Lebanon City Wide Yard Sale — 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 3. Lebanon. The map of sale locations will be available online the evening of June 2, and the link will be published on the Lebanon Woman’s Club Facebook page. Paper maps will be available the morning of the yard sale outside of the Lebanon Visitors’ Center at 221 W. St Louis St. starting at 6 a.m. Sponsored by the Lebanon Woman’s Club.

▪ Highland Garden Club Plant Sale — 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 3. Korte Rec Center parking lot, 12525 Sportsman Road, Highland. Reasonably priced plants available. 618-406-9177.

▪ Indian Market Days — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, June 3-4. Gateway Convention Center, One Gateway Drive, Collinsville. A unique shopping event featuring Native American Arts and Crafts. Many tribal affiliations and media represented with over 35 Native American Artisans. Free admission and parking. cahokiamounds.org

▪ Meet and Greet, Pig Roast & Car Show — 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 3. Belleville/Swansea Moose Lodge, 2425 N. Illinois St., Swansea. NASCAR driver Ross Chastain will sign autographs during a meet & greet from noon to 1:30 p.m. Event includes Gear Jammers car show and a hog roast and picnic. Open to the public.

▪ Book Signing: ‘100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die’ — 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. The Hayner Public Library District - Genealogy & Local History Branch, 401 State St., Alton. Writer and lifelong Illinoisan Melanie Holmes’ new guidebook will take readers on a variety of journeys through the states rich history, showcasing the places with some of the best food and entertainment Illinois has to offer in Reedy Press’ new release “100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die.” Free and open to the public. 618-462-0677.

The Highland Garden Club will hold its plant sale in the Korte Rec Center parking lot from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 3.
The Highland Garden Club will hold its plant sale in the Korte Rec Center parking lot from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 3.

Farmers & Community Markets

▪ Soulard Farmers Market — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays, and 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays year round. 730 Carroll St., St. Louis. Fresh produce, meat, seafood, cheese, snacks, baked goods, spices, flowers, pets and other merchandise. soulardmarketstl.com

▪ Nashville Farmers Market — 7-11 a.m. Thursdays. In front of the Washington County Courthouse at 101 E. St. Louis St., Nashville. This year’s kickoff includes a plant swap, sponsored by the Washington County Master Gardeners. 618-327-3700 or facebook.com/NashvilleChamberofCommerce.

▪ Swansea Farmers Market — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays. Rural King parking lot, 2801 N. Illinois St., Swansea. Fresh local produce, baked goods, unique handmade crafts and more. Rain or shine. 618-520-5107 or facebook.com/SwanseaFarmersMarketInc.

▪ Monroe County Farmers Market - Columbia — 4-7 p.m. Thursdays. Turner Hall, 211 E. Cherry St., Columbia. Local vendors offering plants and produce, baked treats and more. facebook.com/monroecountyfarmersmarket

▪ Maryville Farmers Market — 5-7 p.m. Thursdays. Firemen’s Park, 300 N. Donk St., Maryville. Featuring goods from local farms, handmade goods and special guests. Produce, meat, dairy, honey, plants and baked goods. Healthy foods, healthy families. SNAP/EBT accepted. 618-304-8335 or facebook.com/MaryvilleILFarmersMarket

▪ Night Market on Broadway — 7-10 p.m. Thursday, June 1. Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway, Alton. An awesome summer series where you can enjoy live music in an outdoor setting, plus artwork and other handmade/homegrown products, as well as vintage and hip thrift items. Live music this week by Spillie Nelson.

▪ Millstadt Township Farmers Market — 3-6 p.m. Fridays. Millstadt VFW, 200 Veterans Drive, Millstadt. Fresh produce, baked goods, unique crafts, plants, honey, jams, jellies, flowers, jewelry, handmade soaps, eggs and vintage antiques. VFW also open for food, drinks and restrooms. Help support the veterans. 618-476-3037. Call, text or Facebook.

▪ Monroe County Farmers Market - Waterloo — 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Monroe County Annex, 901 Illinois Ave., Waterloo. Produce, plants, baked goods, coffee vendors and so much more. Live entertainment and activities for the kids too. facebook.com/monroecountyfarmersmarket

▪ Belleville Old Town Farmers Market — 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Northwest corner of East Washington and South Charles streets, Belleville. Fresh produce, grass fed beef and other meats, plants, honeys, jams and jellies, crafters, and more.

▪ Alton Farmers & Artisans Market — 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street, Alton. An abundance of fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, plants and flowers, locally-raised, hormone-free meat, handmade soaps, jewelry, artwork, and much more. 618-463-1016 or facebook.com/AltonFarmersMarket.

▪ Land of Goshen Community Market — 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. 100 St. Louis St., Edwardsville. Open rain or shine. Fresh, locally grown produce, baked goods, crafts, live music and so much more. 618-307-6045 or facebook.com/goshenmarket.

▪ Vine Street Market at O’Fallon Station — 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. O’Fallon Station, 212 E. 1st St., O’Fallon. Locally grown vegetables, flowers, fruits, eggs, cheese and meats. A selection of bakers and sweet treats along with coffee, craft brew beverages and artisans. Live music, patio seating, food truck on site. Bicycle and pet friendly. 618-624-0139 or ofallonvinestreetmarket.com.

▪ Tower Grove Farmers Markets — 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays and 4 p.m. to sunset Tuesdays. Just west of Center Cross Drive in Tower Grove Park at 4256 Magnolia Ave., St. Louis. Fresh, local produce, eggs, meats, a variety of vendors and goods. tgfarmersmarket.com

▪ University City Farmers Market — 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays. Along the Delmar Loop, 6655 Delmar Blvd., rear lot, University City, St. Louis. Fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses, grass-fed beef, free-range eggs, trout, poultry, pork products, honey, baked goods, jams and jellies, nuts, coffee, chocolates and more. facebook.com/UCityFmsMkt

▪ Highland Farmers’ Market — 4-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Highland Square, 914 Main St., Highland. Local farmers, cottage food makers, and crafters will be present to sell a variety of produce, meats, desserts and more. Each Tuesday morning a map will be posted on the Highland Parks and Recreation Facebook page showing what vendors will be present.

Worth the Drive

▪ Museum Day — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 3. 404 S. 3rd St., Greenville. Founded in 1815, Greenville has long embraced its heritage, perhaps most visibly in the museums found in the community. Join the City of Greenville for this super fun and educational experience for the whole family. Participants include Bock Sculpture Museum, Bond County Museum, DeMoulin Museum, One Room School Museum, American Farm Heritage Museum. Free admission. Donations welcome. For details: downstateil.org/greenville-il-museum-day-2023.

Games

▪ Euchre — 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 2. Smithton Senior Center, 711 S. Main St., Smithton. Doors open at 6 p.m. Snacks welcome. Water, soda and coffee will be available for purchase. Masks not required. 618-791-8769 or 618-698-3785.

▪ Belleville/Swansea Moose Lodge Sunday Night Bingo — 6:30 p.m. Sundays. Belleville/Swansea Moose Lodge, 2425 N. Illinois St., Swansea. Games start at 6:30 p.m. Early Bird at 6:15 p.m. Cards sold at 5 p.m. Open to the public. Bring a canned good for one free card.

▪ Metro Cribbage Club — 12:30 p.m. Mondays. American Legion Post 365, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. For more information, contact Yvonne Bright, 618-344-1521 or ybrightmail@gmail.com.

▪ Troy Senior Center Bingo — 12:30 p.m. Mondays. Skating Rink, 284 Riggin Road, Troy. Includes light snack, cash prizes. No cost to play, no RSVP required. 618-667-2022.

▪ Japan America Society of St. Louis Trivia Night — 7 p.m. Saturday, June 17. Community Christian Church, 623 Meramec Station Road, Ballwin, Missouri. Includes all the usual stuff – mulligans, silent auction, restaurant certificates, mini-games, 50/50, cash prizes – with a Japanese twist – one Japan-themed question round, Japanese auction items, Purikura photo booth, Jan-Ken-Pon minigame, Japanese sando dessert auction, Ichiban tables with Japanese treats and sake. Cost: $160 for JAS members, table of eight; $200 for non-members. Ichiban Premium tables (includes sake, onigiri, inarizushi and assorted snacks) an additional $120. Register at jasstl.org.

Theater/Concerts

▪ Twilight Thursdays Concert Series: The Stax Records Catalog — 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 1. Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis. In 1957 Jim Stewart created Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee, a label that went on to produce top-selling artists from Otis Redding and Johnnie Taylor to the Staple Singers and Isaac Hayes. Enjoy the integrated sounds of Stax with lead vocals by Gene Jackson and Marty Abdullah. Bring family, friends, food and blankets/lawn chairs, and revel in the music as the sun sets. The area’s best food trucks will be on hand. Concert-goers are invited to park on the lot at the Loop Trolley facility located at 5875 Delmar Ave. mohistory.org/twilight-thursdays

▪ The New Jewish Theatre presents ‘Gloria: A Life’ — Thursday, June 1 through Sunday, June 18. Wool Theatre, 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis. Decades after Gloria Steinem began raising her voice for equality and championing the voices of others, her vision is as urgent as ever. In this exploration of the iconic feminist’s legacy, the first act tells her story, and the second invites the audience to share their own. “Gloria: A Life” embodies Steinem’s philosophy that conversation is a catalyst for change as it celebrates one of the most inspiring women of our time. For tickets and info: jccstl.com/arts-ideas/new-jewish-theatre.

▪ SIUE Summer Theater presents ‘How I Became a Pirate’ — 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, June 2-3 and 9-10, 2 p.m. Sunday, June 4 and 11. Metcalf Theater, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville. Based on Melinda Long’s classic children’s book, “How I Became a Pirate,” this production marks SIUE Summer’s inaugural Theater for Young Audiences’ offering! Sail off on a fantastic musical excursion when a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach looking for an expert digger to join their crew. Braid Beard and his mates enlist young Jeremy Jacob as they look for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Jeremy finds that adventuring can be lots of fun, but also learns that love and home are treasures you can’t find on any map! The whole family will love this delightful and swashbuckling musical adventure. For tickets and info: siue.edu/artsandsciences/theater.

SIUE Summer Theater presents ‘How I Became a Pirate’ at the Metcalf Theater on the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus. Performances held June 2-4, 9-11.
SIUE Summer Theater presents ‘How I Became a Pirate’ at the Metcalf Theater on the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus. Performances held June 2-4, 9-11.

▪ Music in the Park: The Friends of Bluegrass — 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. Shiloh Community Park, 1 Park Drive, Shiloh. Bring a cooler, snacks and a lawn chair. Free parking. Sponsored by Village of Shiloh. 618-632-1022, ext. 119.

▪ Cinema St. Louis Wes-Fest — 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 5 p.m. Sundays June 2 through June 11. Hi-Pointe Theatre, 1005 McCausland Ave., St. Louis. Cinema St. Louis celebrates American film auteur Wes Anderson with a six film retrospective in advance of the release of Anderson’s newest film, “Asteroid City” on June 16. Before the director’s 11th feature is released, Cinema St. Louis will screen Anderson’s first six live action films over the first two weekends in June. The series will kick off with Anderson’s 1996 debut, “Bottle Rocket,” and culminate with 2012’s “Moonrise Kingdom.” The full lineup can be found online: cinemastlouis.org.

Clubs & Support Groups

▪ Diabetes Support Group — 4 p.m. Thursday, June 1. Frisse Conference Room, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. Open to those with diabetes and their family members and/or caregivers. The group meets on the first Thursday of each month. Participants will be required to wear non-cloth, medical-grade masks, as masks are still required in health care facilities per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Registration is required. 618-526-5743 or lisa.ketchem@hshs.org to register or for more information.

▪ National Alliance on Mental Illness: Family Support Group — 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1. Online via Zoom. The Family Support Meetings are for family members, significant others, and/or friends of persons with a mental health condition. First Thursday of every month. Facilitators will vary. For information: kelly.nami.swi@gmail.com or 618-798-9788.

▪ St. Clair County Genealogical Society — 7 p.m. Thursday, June 1. Online via Zoom. Program: “The Epic Journey of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.” Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark left Illinois on May 14, 1804, for their two-and-a-half-year journey exploring the western lands of North America. Brad Winn of the Illinois Lewis and Clark State Historic Site recounts stories of the amazing journey, and brings to life the National Lewis and Clark Trail through images, artwork and maps from Wood River, Illinois, to Astoria, Oregon, and back. The meeting is open to the public, but space is limited. stclair-ilgs.org/events or facebook.com/STCCGSIL

▪ St. Luke’s Perpetual Help Sodality Luncheon & Card Party — Noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 6. St. Luke’s Parish, 226 N. Church St., Belleville. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Lunch served at noon. Cards, bingo, games with prizes. Menu: Pulled pork on bun, coleslaw, corn chips, dill pickle, cake, coffee, iced tea, hot tea and water. Event ends at 3 p.m. Cost: $10 per person. Bring a canned food item for the food pantry. 618-236-1124.

▪ Belleville ‘Sounds of Harmony’ Barbershop Chorus — 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Union United Methodist Church, 721 E. Main St., Belleville. Men of all ages who like to sing are encouraged to attend. For info: Bob at 618-566-8574 or email RLCearnal@gmail.com.

Parents of Addicted Loved Ones — 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Online via Zoom. The PAL group provides education, support and hope to family members and loved ones of someone who has an addiction of substance use disorder. Free and open to all. For info or to join the Zoom meeting, contact Craig at 618-567-6095. palgroup.org

▪ O’Fallon Sunrise Rotary Meeting — 6:45 a.m. Wednesdays. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. 618-210-8156 or ofallonsunriserotary.org

▪ Metro East Herb Club — 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. Meet at the Metro Station in Fairview Heights. The group will then go to Hostas on the Bluff for this month’s field trip. Please bring a sack lunch to eat at Hostas on the Bluff. Open to the public.

▪ National Alliance on Mental Illness: NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group — 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Online via Zoom. Free peer-to-peer support group for adults with a mental health condition working towards recovery. Every Wednesday. Open the Zoom app and enter 3914844542. For information: kelly.nami.swi@gmail.com or 618-798-9788.

Food

▪ Waterloo VFW Post #6504 Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays. Waterloo VFW Post #6504, 406 Veterans Drive, Waterloo. Traditional Menu of cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp, chicken, chicken strips, hamburgers, fries, slaw, hush puppies, onion rings, fried green beans and fried mushrooms. Cash bar available. Dine-in or carryout. Credit/debit cards accepted. Orders can be called in at 618-939-7999.

▪ O’Fallon Fish K of C Fry — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Fridays. Knights of Columbus Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. Traditional menu of cod, tilapia, catfish, hamburgers, hot dogs, pork steaks and several side dishes. Dine-in and carryout. Credit cards accepted. Orders can be called in at 618-632-6229. facebook.com/KnightsOfColumbus4239

▪ Swansea Fish Stand – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays. 216 Service St., Swansea. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and more. Open for carryout, call-in and dine-in orders. 618-222-7171. facebook.com/swanseafishstand

▪ Aviston Legion Fish Fry — 4:30-7 p.m. Fridays. American Legion Post 1239, 601 S. Clinton, Aviston. Cod (baked or fried), catfish, shrimp, hush puppies, chicken strips, fries, baked potato, slaw, applesauce. Dine-in and carryout. 618-228-7311. avistonlegion.com

▪ Okawville American Legion Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. Fridays. American Legion Post 233, 205 N. Hanover St., Okawville. Dine in or carryout. Also serving lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday with a salad bar. Pizza made fresh and served every day. facebook.com/OkawvilleLegion

▪ Quail Club Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. Friday, June 2. Quail Club, 8303 Concordia Church Road, Belleville. Cod cut-ups, walleye, shrimp, burgers, sides and desserts. Carryouts available. No phone orders.

Reservations Required

▪ Virtual Saturday Morning Yoga — 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 3. Online via Zoom. Get fit and healthy when you join us for an energizing session of yoga with instructor Sarah Hartwig. Space is limited. Registration required. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org.

▪ Granite City Senior Social Club: Blast from the Past — 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 4. Granite City Township Hall, 2060 Delmar Ave., Granite City. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Catered meal and entertainment. Alton Little Theater community outreach presentation of the Living History Tour, A Tribute to Minnie Pearl, attendance prizes, 50/50 drawing, quilt raffle and more. Advance ticket sales through May 28. Cost: $13 for members, $15 non-members. For tickets and info: Diana, 618-444-6771; Marty, 618-797-6749; Granite City Township Office, 618-877-0513.

▪ YWCA Boys Council Summer Program — 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays, June 6 through Aug. 8. YWCA, 304 E. Third St., Alton. Boys Council focuses on the promotion of growth in young males from 10 to 14 years. This program promotes boys’ natural strengths and increases their options about being male in today’s world. It challenges myths about how to be a “real boy” or “real man.” Boys and young men are given the opportunity in a safe environment to address masculine definitions and behaviors. By promoting valuable relationships with peers and adult facilitators, Boys Council increases boys’ emotional, social, and cultural literacy. In a safe and action-oriented context, boys can identify healthy and unhealthy ideas about what it means to be male. They are invited to define the “male box” that shapes and constricts their growth. To register for this free program, go to https://forms.gle/hRZVTP3DZ7RKSqg69. For more information, please contact YWCA at 618-465-7774 or email info@ywcaswil.org.

▪ HSHS Hospice Illinois Butterfly Release — 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 6. Healing Garden, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, 12866 Troxler Ave., Highland. Family and friends are invited to celebrate and remember the life of a loved one who has passed. The ceremony will include a butterfly release and the reading of the names of those being honored. If you would like to participate in the ceremony, please RSVP to Valerie Engelbart, bereavement services supervisor, at 217-685-0702 or email valerie.engelbart@hshs.org. Butterflies will be released for all of those honored, but you are invited to personally release a butterfly for your loved one by reserving a butterfly for $15 to be paid prior to the ceremony.

▪ Eat, Drink & Bid Auction Preview Cocktail Party — 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. Link Auction Galleries, 5000 Washington Place, St. Louis. Eat, Drink and Bid is an auction preview cocktail party with a special live auction of six items beginning at 6 p.m. The event is $75 per person, includes an open bar and hors d’oeuvres with all proceeds will go to support the missions of the Campbell House Museum, Chatillion-DeMenil Mansion and Field House Museum. For tickets and info: https://buff.ly/3Nw5hyQ

▪ Virtual Evening Flow Yoga — 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. Online via Zoom. A Slow Flow mixed levels practice that will lead you through a series of yoga poses that focus on strengthening, lengthening, and stretching. Requires registration. Instructed by Anne Hughes. Register at glencarbonlibrary.org.

▪ Fresh Fire Youth Retreat — June 8-11. Mariner’s Village at Carlyle Lake, 1 Resort Drive, Carlyle. Join Redeeming Love of Christ Church and Higher Ground International Ministries Inc. for our annual, action-packed Youth Retreat. Activities include ATV rides, boat rides, fishing, games, engaging breakout sessions, a talent show and high-energy praise and worship services nightly. The retreat will culminate with glorious Sunday morning worship in the Conference Center. Youth (ages 8 and up), teens, and young adults are welcome to join us for this anointed Holy Ghost-filled weekend. Cost: $65 per person. For tickets: eventbrite.com/e/579895381697. redeemingloveblvl.org

▪ ENTICE Illinois Pollinator Workshop — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 17. Carlyle Lake Visitor Center, 801 Lake Road, Carlyle. This workshop will provide training for educators through a hands-on, interdisciplinary workshop led by natural resource professionals and educators. ENTICE workshops are approved by the Illinois State board of Education offering professional Development hours for teachers. ENTICE workshops are available to teachers, home-schooling educators, non formal educators and youth-group leaders in Illinois only. To register for the Illinois Pollinator workshop, go to enticeworkshops.com and register through the link shown with the Illinois Pollinator workshop description. 618-594-2484, ext. 3.

▪ Highland Garden Tour — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10. Various locations. The Highland Garden Club invites you to experience some of Highland’s natural gems. The tour includes six private gardens and two public gardens. Tickets are available in Highland at Big R, The Greenhouse, and Highland Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $6 in advance, $7 the day of the tour.

The Highland garden tour takes place 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10 at various locations including six private and two public gardens.
The Highland garden tour takes place 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10 at various locations including six private and two public gardens.

▪ 2023 Garden Tour — 4-8 p.m. Friday, June 23, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 24. Maryville and Glen Carbon areas. Tour eight beautiful gardens in the Maryville-Glen Carbon area. Tickets are $13 and can be purchased at Joe’s Market Basket in Edwardsville and Troy Creekside Nursery in Collinsville. Children 10 and under are free. Rain or shine. Sponsored by Madison County Extension Education Foundation. 618-344-4230 or event.gives/madcogardentour23.

▪ ‘80s-Themed Adult Summer Camp Weekend — 6-10:30 p.m. Friday, June 23, and 1-5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 24. Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway, Alton. Jacoby Arts Center brings you a visual, tactile and auditory experience of fine arts and fun crafts taught by some of our best teachers and artists in the area. From reverse tie-dye to printmaking, swing dance to clay, this weekend offers something for every creative, new or experienced. Bring your girlfriends, your date or your grown kids for some cool memories. Choose one or both days. Did we mention, this Summer Camp is ‘80s themed? Come dressed in your best ‘80s getup for a chance to win the costume contest for a prize from Jacoby. We’re looking for the biggest hair, the brightest neon, sweatbands, chunky jewelry, acid washed denim, jumpsuits, mesh, you name it. And if you can pull off a mullet – be our guest. Check out the full schedule of events and register online today at jacobyartscenter.org/summercamp.

▪ Main Street Pour Tour — 3-7 p.m. Saturday, June 24. Downtown Belleville. The Main Street Pour Tour takes over Downtown Belleville. Formerly known as the Craft Beer Walk, which hosts a few hundred attendees annually, the Pour Tour will feature over 25 local breweries. Sample your choice of 15 of our more than 50+ locally brewed beers at more than 20 locations on beautiful Main Street. Your ticket includes 15 - 3-ounce beer samples, a souvenir tasting glass, and live music at many of our participating venues. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 day of event. runsignup.com/TicketEvent/MainStreetPourTour2023

▪ Basketball camp — Monday, June 12, through Thursday, June 15. Trailblazers Future All-Stars Camp. Hosted by former NBA standout Kenny Battle, who was a member of the 1988-89 Flyin Illini Final Four team at the University of Illinois. George C. Terry River Bend Arena, Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey, Illinois. $200 per child. Lunch is provided. Space is limited. Lewis & Clark Community College is sponsoring the camp. To register or for more information, visit www.lc.edu/all-stars-camp.