O’Fallon Around Town — Sept. 29 edition

Noon Friday, Sept. 30, 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. Due to the number of submissions, events may run only one time in print, will be edited and appear in the week before the event date.

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

Friday, Sept. 30

▪ 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

▪ O’Fallon 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

Friday, Sept. 30 & Saturday, Oct. 1

▪ St. Louis Symphony Orchestra presents Mahler’s Song of the Earth — 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, and 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1. Powell Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis. Tōru Takemitsu’s “Night Signal” creates a dreamy soundscape, while Qigang Chen’s “L’Éloignement” blends the excitement of exploration with the pang of homesickness. Gustav Mahler’s “The Song of the Earth,” inspired by Chinese poetry and featuring Grammy-winning mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor, represents the totality of life. slso.org

Saturday, Oct. 1

▪ Vine Street Market at O’Fallon Station — 8 a.m. to noon. O’Fallon Station, 212 E. First 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 ofallonstation.com/vine-street-market.

▪ Lincoln Trail Riders Saddle Club Open Horse Show & BBQ — 10 a.m. 1982 Quarry Road, O’Fallon. There is a food shack on site that will have BBQ and drinks. Bleacher seating available on a first come, first serve basis. Lawn chairs and Umbrellas are welcome for added shade. We do ask that you leave your pets home unless they are a service animal. 618-977-5167 or facebook.com/Lincolntrailriders.

▪ Terence Blanchard featuring the E-Collective and Turtle Island Quartet — 8 p.m. The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Ave., St. Louis. Oscar nominee and six-time Grammy-winner trumpeter/composer Terence Blanchard celebrates the brilliance of jazz legend Wayne Shorter with the acclaimed “Absence,” based on his album of the same name. He is joined by his young band of musical pioneers, the The E-Collective, and the double Grammy-winning Turtle Island String Quartet, who since their inception in 1985, have been a singular force in the creation of bold, new trends in chamber music for strings. thesheldon.org

Saturday, Oct. 1 & Sunday, Oct. 2

▪ Zootoberfest — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Saint Louis Zoo, 1 Government Drive, St. Louis. Enjoy a Zoo-themed, family-friendly Oktoberfest! Take advantage of the cooler weather and visit the Zoo’s animals, exhibits and attractions. Kids can participate in fun activities, including an obstacle course and arts and crafts. German-inspired food is available for purchase, along with root beer and other soft drinks. Beer trailers throughout the Zoo offer a variety of canned and bottled brews (ages 21 and older) for purchase. An exclusive Zootoberfest beer stein with discounts for refills is available for purchase (while supplies last). Free admission. stlzoo.org/zootoberfest

Sunday, Oct. 2

▪ A Little Sondheim Music: The Muny and SLSO Celebrate the Music and Lyrics of Stephen Sondheim — 3 p.m. Powell Hall, 718 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis. Powell Hall turns into a Broadway theater when the SLSO and The Muny celebrate the legacy and music of composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim. Known for iconic shows such as “Sweeney Todd,” “Merrily We Roll Along,” “A Little Night Music,” and “Sunday in the Park with George,” you’re sure to leave the theater humming. slso.org

Wednesday, Oct. 5

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

▪ Wayne E. Lanter Lecture Series: Fostering Intrapreneurship with Mike Marchal — 7 p.m. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 400 N. Alton St., Lebanon. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Mike Marchal, President, Holland Construction, leads an interactive session where attendees will navigate through a series of critical thinking prompts. Along the way, Mike will provide guidance using his experience as a successful intrapreneur. Free and open to the public. General admission. thehett.com

Thursday, Oct. 6

▪ St. Clair County Genealogical Society — 7 p.m. Online via Zoom. “Files, Folders, Pictures! Get Organized!” SCCGS President Samantha Bailey shares tips for those drowning in a sea of papers, or don’t know what to do with all those digital files. Learn how to organize your genealogy research into something more manageable. The meeting is open to the public, but space is limited. Reservation information is at stclair-ilgs.org/events or facebook.com/STCCGSIL.

Other area happenings

▪ HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Cancer Care Center Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk — 8:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15. Moody Park, 525 S. Ruby Lane, Fairview Heights. This is a free event to all, but donations of any amount are being accepted. The donations will be used to fund transportation needs for patients in long-term treatment. Family, friends, and co-workers are invited to come together for this community event to make a difference. Register for the walk online at steliz.org/Fun Walk. Registration will not be available the day of the event, but donations will be accepted. Donations can also be mailed to HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Foundation, 1 St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., O’Fallon, IL 62269. Please note “Cancer Center Walk” on the check. 618-607-5545.

▪ Southern Illinois Builders Association Scholarship Application — Deadline: Friday, Nov. 4. The Southern Illinois Builders Association is accepting applications for scholarships with the following requirements:

• Candidates must be pursuing a degree in the field of construction management/construction related engineering/architecture;

• Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0/4.0;

• Submit a personal recommendation from person unrelated to the applicant;

• Planning to enroll as a full-time student and maintain full-time student status (12 hours minimum) — part-time students working full-time in the construction industry will be awarded partial awards (written verification from full-time employer required);

• Show evidence applicant is related to an individual employed full-time by an SIBA member firm for at least four years (written evidence required);

• A typewritten report of at least 500 words on career goals and events experienced that made them decide to pursue a career in the construction industry. Essay quality will be judged.

To obtain a complete list of requirements for the SIBA scholarships, please contact Donna at the SIBA office 618-624-9055 or by email to ceo@siba-agc.org.