O’Fallon Around Town - July 20 edition

Jennifer Green
·5 min read

Noon Friday, July 21, is the deadline to appear in next week’s “Around Town” listing. We must receive your event in writing with a contact phone number for questions. Submissions will be edited and appear in the week before the event date.

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

Thursday, July 20

▪ Cahokia Archaeological Society — 6:30-8 p.m. Collinsville Memorial Public Library, 408 W. Main St., Collinsville. Don Booth, Senior Archaeologist for SCI Engineering, Inc., to present “Investigations at the Renner Village Site, Riverside, Missouri” (near Kansas City). The Renner Site is the type site for the Kansas City Hopewell. Both will describe the long history of investigations at the site, SCI’s work there, and the site’s apparent connections and parallels to the Illinois Valley Hopewell. The program will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m., followed by a short business meeting 7:30-8:00 p.m. Enter the library from the parking lot side and proceed to the basement meeting room for the program and the CAS meeting. No reservations are required, and both the program and the CAS meeting are free and open to the public.

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

Friday, July 21

▪ O’Fallon Knights of Columbus & Ladies Auxiliary Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. 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

▪ Shiloh Eagles Fish Fry — 5-7 p.m. Shiloh Eagles 545, 100 Eagle Drive, Shiloh. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and sides. Full menu. Dine-in or carryout available. For carryout, call 618-624-5412. facebook.com/shiloheagles545 or shiloheagles545.com

Saturday, July 22

▪ Vine Street Market at O’Fallon Station — 8 a.m. to noon. 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.

▪ Central Illinois Numismatic Association’s 33rd annual Summer Coin Show — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Northfield Center I, 3210 Northfield Drive, Springfield. Early bird admission 7-9 a.m. U.S. and foreign coins, ancient and modern coins, gold and silver bullion, American eagles, paper money. Admission: $1. Members and children under 16 get in free. Early bird admission is $20. Future show dates: Nov. 12, 2023 & March 24, 2024. Open to the public. michael.ripka13@comcast.net

▪ Second annual Fry’er Fest — 3-7 p.m. Chicken Out Kirkwood, 10463 Manchester Road, Suite A., Kirkwood, Missouri. Chicken tender lovers have a chance to chow down and party in the parking lot for one night only. Part-block party, part-competition, “Fry’er Fest” will challenge some of St. Louis’ top chefs and foodies (confirmed competitors below) to face off over the course of the evening with chicken tender challenges focused on spice and quantity. Complimentary flappetizers provided from Hi-Pointe Drive-In, Chicken Out, and Sugarfire Smokehouse. Smoothies and Popsicles provided from Hello Juice. Spirits provided by 4 Hands Brewing, 1220 Spirits, and the Wine and Cheese Shop. Fun stuff for the kids and live, local music. facebook.com/events/656367246395008

Chris Carrell of the O’Fallon Public Works Department braves early morning heat and humidity to put up (and later take down) over 70 American flags to adorn the streets of O’Fallon in preparation for the annual Independence Day celebration. Provided
Chris Carrell of the O’Fallon Public Works Department braves early morning heat and humidity to put up (and later take down) over 70 American flags to adorn the streets of O’Fallon in preparation for the annual Independence Day celebration. Provided

Wednesday, July 26

▪ National Alliance on Mental Illness: NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group — 6:30-8 p.m. 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.

▪ Music in the Park: Waterloo German Band — 7 p.m. Shiloh Community Park, 14 Park Drive, Shiloh. Bring a cooler, snacks and a lawn chair. Free parking. Sponsored by Village of Shiloh. 618-632-1022, ext. 119.

Other area happenings

▪ Another Disney VBS — 6-8:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 24-28. O’Fallon Assembly of God, 1400 N. Green Mount Road, O’Fallon. A free vacation bible school for ages 4-12 that includes games, crafts, lessons, snacks, music and more. To register: ofallonassembly.com.

▪ Little Patriots Embraced Hitting 4 Heroes with the Grizzlies — 5:30 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Grizzlies Ballpark, 2301 Grizzlie Bear Blvd., Sauget. Pre-game concert at 5:30 p.m. Game at 6:45 p.m. Affordable family fun that supports military children and families. Tickets: $20 general admission/lawn; $25 field box seats. Each ticket includes a hot dog, chips and soda. Each ticket sold supports Little Patriots Embraced programs. For tickets and info: littlepatriotsembraced.org.