O’Fallon Around Town - Sept. 14 edition
Noon Friday, Sept. 15, 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.
Friday, Sept. 15
▪ 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
▪ Swansea Fish Stand — 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays. KC Club & Event Center, 5420 Old Collinsville Road, O’Fallon. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and more. Open for carryout, call-in and dine-in orders. 618-222-7171. facebook.com/KCClubEastStLouis
▪ Oasis Town Hall — 1:30-3 p.m. O’Fallon Public Library, 120 Civic Plaza, O’Fallon. Oasis joined forces with AgeSmart in O’Fallon to bring new recreational education programs to the community. Learn about upcoming classes on a variety of topics, from art and history to pop culture, fitness, current events, science, and technology/digital literacy skills with new courses continually added to the roster. Oasis also offers day trips, health and fitness programs, technology training, and more. Give feedback on your interests and find out how to get involved. st-louis.oasiseverywhere.org
▪ 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, Sept. 16
▪ 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.
▪ Tri Township Library Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon. Tri Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. Book donations accepted during the book sale and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 618-667-2133.
▪ Metro East Railroad Club Fall Open House — 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Old Glen Carbon Fire House/Village Hall, 180 Summit St., Glen Carbon. Come watch the trains running on the club’s 18 x 27 foot HO scale model railroad. Free admission. Snacks too. For more information, please call Bob at 618-476-9228, or Bill at 618-531-1589, or check the website at trainweb.org/memrc.
▪ 17th annual Mississippi Rivertones Festival — Noon to 10 p.m. Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater, 1 Riverfront Drive, Alton. The Mississippi Earthtones Festival is a celebration of our river through art, music, and conservation. At this free and family-friendly event, we will feature 50+ educational booths, live music, interactive art experiences and performances with Jacoby Arts Center, as well as great local food and beverages. downtownalton.com
Sunday, Sept. 17
▪ Golden Anniversaries Film Discussion: ‘The Long Goodbye’ — 1 p.m. Hi-Pointe Main Theatre, 1005 McCausland Ave., St. Louis. In 1970s Hollywood, Detective Philip Marlowe tries to help a friend who is accused of murdering his wife. Presented by Robert Hunt, who has been writing and occasionally teaching about movies since 1981. cinemastlouis.org/golden-anniversaries
Wednesday, Sept. 20
▪ Free (Virtual) Class: Oasis Stand Strong, Live Long: A Falls Prevention Awareness Event — Noon to 3 p.m. Online via Zoom. Learn about risk factors for falls, ideas for preventing falls and ways to test your risks. Expert speakers from a variety of sectors will share their knowledge about preventing falls through their professional lens. oasisnet.org
▪ 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.
Thursday, Sept. 21
▪ O’Fallon Township Senior Committee — 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21. Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. Dinner and entertainment. Cost: $3. Reservation deadline: Thursday, Sept. 14. For Township residents only.
▪ St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Free Community Concert — 7 p.m. Art Hill at Forest Park, 1 Fine Arts Drive, St. Louis. The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Stéphane Denève open its 2023/2024 season with a free community concert featuring classical music, film music, and patriotic tunes. The event concludes with a festive fireworks display. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy offerings from local food trucks too. slso.org
Other area happenings
▪ Blues & Brews — 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22. Anheuser-Busch Brewery, 1200 Lynch St., St. Louis. This outdoor street party will include live music, appearances by Blues players and alumni, food trucks and more on the historic streets of the brewery. Attendees can soak up the atmosphere of the iconic brewery setting with a visit to the Clydesdale stables, food trucks, pop-up bars, games in the Biergarten and a complimentary Bud Light (for guests 21+) or bottled water. Exclusive Blues & Brews merchandise will also be available for purchase. Free parking will be available in front of the tour center and other nearby lots. Attendees are allowed to bring their own lawn chairs, but they must be removed from any cover or bag. Tickets are just $20 and are on sale now at stlouisblues.com.
▪ Harvest Brunch & Historic House Tour — 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24. Field House Museum, 634 S. Broadway, St. Louis. The Field House Museum invites the public to a Harvest Brunch, followed by a tour of the National Historic Landmark Field family home as they’ve never seen it before - under renovation. On Dec. 24, 2022, a pipe burst in the attic of the historic Field House, built in 1845, sending water pouring down all three of its floors. The water wreaked havoc on the home’s historic structure, furniture, and artifacts. In addition, over a foot of water pooled in the basement, seeping into boxes housing museum collections that are typically not on display. Over the past eight months, the museum’s staff has begun the arduous process of bringing the mid-19th century row house back to life. All proceeds from this event will go towards restoring the historic house for future generations. Tickets are $75 per person or $250 as an underwriter for two. fieldhousemuseum.org
▪ 28th annual Camp Ondessonk Golf Benefit — 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30. Roland Barkau Memorial Golf Course, 1501 N. Waterworks Road, Okawville. Funds raised during this annual event help sustain and enhance camp programs, fund scholarships allowing children of all income levels to experience camp, and fund new initiatives to fulfill our mission to provide exceptional outdoor and spiritual adventures empowering kids of all ages. Cost: $115 per player or $460 per foursome. Hosted by Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. of Highland. For info or to register, 618-695-2489 or ondessonk.com.
▪ Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk — 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 14. Moody Park, Fairview Heights. The event honors and celebrates the brave patients of the oncology center, as well as the supporters who have provided invaluable aid and assistance during these difficult times. This event is free for everyone. It is a 1.5-mile walk through the park (rain or shine). Participants will receive an event bag and other health information. Visit steliz.org/funwalk to register or call Karen Egerson at 618-607-5545 for info. Registration will not be available the day of the event.
