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Adult Zumba with Aimee
6-7 p.m. at Glen Carbon Library. Join the library for an evening workout with their very own Zumba Fitness instructor. Come in comfortable exercise clothing and bring a water bottle. Space is limited. To register call 288-1212, register at the Help Desk or go online to www.glencarbonlibrary.org.
Preschool Story Time
10-11 a.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories, songs and bubbles with Ms. Megan, and then stay and play with friends at the library’s preschooler playgroup.
Movie Night at the Library
6 p.m. at Glen Carbon Library. Join in this summer to watch Hollywood blockbusters. Movie details are available on the library website. All films will be rated PG-13 and below.
Teen Book Club
4-5 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Grades 6-12. This month they are reading “Aru Shah & the City of Gold” by Roshani Chokshi. Once you register stop by the Youth Desk to get your free copy of the book. Registration Required.
The Irish in St. Louis
6:30-8 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Patrick Murphy introduces you to priests and gangsters, artists and revolutionaries, entrepreneurs and entertainers. He takes you to the rough and tumble neighborhoods of 19th century Kerry Patch and Dogtown, where immigrants and their children forged paths into the city’s mainstream while preserving their Irish identity.
NAMI Meeting
7-8:30 p.m via Zoom. The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwestern Illinois (NAMI SWI) family support meetings may also be in person. To receive the link for a Zoom meeting or address for an in-person meeting contact Pat Rudloff, [email protected].
Chicken Dinner Every Thursday
4-8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Two or four pieces of chicken and vegetables, mashed potatoes and gravy and a biscuit. 618-656-9774
Friday, July 1
Tri Township Library Book Sale
9 a.m. – 8 p.m. at the Tri Township Library at 209 South Main, Troy. Book donations are accepted during the book sale and on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. The book sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Masks are required at the Book Sale.
Fish Fry Every Friday
11 a.m.-8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Two pieces of cod or one catfish filet and sides. 618-656-9774
Fish Fry
4:30-8 p.m. at the Edwardsville Moose, 7371 Marine Road, Edwardsville. Dine-in and carryout options. 618-656-5051
Saturday, July 2
The Land of Goshen Community Market
8 a.m. – noon at 100 St. Louis St., Edwardsville. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods and crafts from local artisans. For more information visit goshenmarket.org.
Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market
8 a.m. – noon at the corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street, Alton. Live entertainment, artist demonstrations and other special activities are scheduled every week. Visit the Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market Facebook page for updates.
American Legion Post 199 July 4th Celebration
4 p.m. at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199 at 58 South State Street Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Hot dogs, brats, pulled pork sandwiches, chips, beverages and snow cones will be served. The Edwardsville Municipal Band will begin at 7 p.m. Fireworks will start at dusk. Shuttle buses will be running from Eden Church Parking lot and Woodland School beginning at 4 p.m. For questions call the American Legion at 618-656-7994.
Sunday, July 3
Knights of Columbus BBQ
11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus at 7132 Marine Road in Edwardsville, Rt. 143. The menu consists of pulled pork, ribs, chicken, pork steaks and brats. Sides are baked beans, cole slaw, macaroni salad and apple sauce.
Chicken Dinner
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Edwardsville Moose Lodge at 7371 Marine Road, Rt. 143. Dinners are $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. Dine-in dinner includes all you can eat chicken as well as mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, green beans, salad, tea and coffee. Carry-out also available for ½ chicken and sides. 656-5056.
Monday, July 4
Edwardsville Public Library closed.
Glen Carbon Centennial Library closed.
PFLAG Edwardsville
There will be no support meeting in July. If you need support before Aug. email [email protected] or call 618-977-5078.
Tuesday, July 5
Toddler Time
10-11 a.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Ages 0-2. Enjoy stories, songs and bubbles with Miss Kristen and then stay and play with friends at the toddler playgroup.
Teen Movie Matinees
1 p.m. at Edwardsville Public Library. For Grades 6-12. A feature film for teens with free popcorn every week! Contact the library or visit our website for movie titles.
Teen Game Night
6-7:30 p.m. at Edwardsville Public Library. Game Night is back at the Library every week. Go on a quest with fellow players in the classic collaborative game Dungeons & Dragons or drop in with friends to play one of their assorted tabletop games.
Cribbage Club
6 p.m. at the American Legion at 1022 Vandalia Street, Collinsville. Beginners welcome, free to attend. Contact Phil (618) 288-7910 or Susan at (618) 978-1664 for more information.
Pasta Dinner Every Tuesday
3-8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. Edwardsville. Pasta of the week served with salad. 618-656-9774
Southern Illinois PAL
7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom. The Southern Illinois Parents of Addicted Loved Ones group meets each week to provide hope through education and support. For parents and loved ones over the age of 18 who have someone in their life who is struggling with or recovering from substance use. PAL respects anonymity and is free of charge. Contact Craig at 618-567-6095 to receive the link for the Zoom meeting or for questions. More information can be found at www.palgroup.org.
Wednesday, July 6
Chef Bananas
1-2 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. For ages 4 and up. Chef Bananas will cook up the recipe that guarantees everyone is having the time of their lives. With a focus on comedy, Chef’s family magic show recipe is unlike anything you and your guests have seen before.
Food on the Move
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at New Shining Light HDNC at 740 Broadway Ave., Venice. Free food distribution. Snap support and referrals provided.
Thursday, July 7
NAMI Meeting
7-8:30 p.m via Zoom. The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwestern Illinois (NAMI SWI) family support meetings may also be in person. To receive the link for a Zoom meeting or address for an in-person meeting contact Pat Rudloff, [email protected].
Chicken Dinner Every Thursday
4-8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Two or four pieces of chicken and vegetables, mashed potatoes and gravy and a biscuit. 618-656-9774
Preschool Story Time
10-11 a.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories, songs and bubbles with Ms. Megan, and then stay and play with friends at the library’s preschooler playgroup.
Friday, July 8
Fish Fry Every Friday
11 a.m.-8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Two pieces of cod or one catfish filet and sides. 618-656-9774
Fish Fry
4:30-8 p.m. at the Edwardsville Moose, 7371 Marine Road, Edwardsville. Dine-in and carryout options. 618-656-5051
Saturday, July 9
The Land of Goshen Community Market
8 a.m. – noon at 100 St. Louis St., Edwardsville. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods and crafts from local artisans. For more information visit goshenmarket.org.
Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market
8 a.m. – noon at the corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street, Alton. Live entertainment, artist demonstrations and other special activities are scheduled every week. Visit the Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market Facebook page for updates.
Opera Edwardsville Presents Goldilocks and the Three Singing Bears.
10 a.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. The magic of Mozart and other operatic composers meets the world of children’s theater in this operatic adaptation of the classic fable, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. The performance has been created especially for the enjoyment of children and families.
Monday, July 11
Bingo Every Monday
7 p.m. at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Features 21 games including Racehorse, Bonanza, Ed’s Lucky Number, Lightning Round and $500 Cover All. Food and drinks are available.
Children’s Movie Matinees
1 p.m. at Edwardsville Public Library. A feature film for kids and families with free popcorn every week. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library or visit their website for movie titles.
Tuesday, July 12
Cribbage Club
6 p.m. at the American Legion at 1022 Vandalia Street, Collinsville. Beginners welcome, free to attend. Contact Phil (618) 288-7910 or Susan at (618) 978-1664 for more information.
Pasta Dinner Every Tuesday
3-8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. Edwardsville. Pasta of the week served with salad. 618-656-9774
Southern Illinois PAL
7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom. The Southern Illinois Parents of Addicted Loved Ones group meets each week to provide hope through education and support. For parents and loved ones over the age of 18 who have someone in their life who is struggling with or recovering from substance use. PAL respects anonymity and is free of charge. Contact Craig at 618-567-6095 to receive the link for the Zoom meeting or for questions. More information can be found at www.palgroup.org.
American Legion Post 199 meeting
6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 199 at 58 S. State Rt. 157. All legion members are encouraged to attend the meetings. Non-member visitors are welcome.
Toddler Time
10-11 a.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Ages 0-2. Enjoy stories, songs and bubbles with Miss Kristen and then stay and play with friends at the toddler playgroup.
Teen Movie Matinees
1 p.m. at Edwardsville Public Library. For Grades 6-12. A feature film for teens with free popcorn every week! Contact the library or visit our website for movie titles.
Teen Game Night
6-7:30 p.m. at Edwardsville Public Library. Game Night is back at the Library every week. Go on a quest with fellow players in the classic collaborative game Dungeons & Dragons or drop in with friends to play one of their assorted tabletop games.
Wednesday, July 13
Mad Science
1 – 2 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. For ages 4 and up. Walk beyond the beaten path and travel 238,900 miles above the earth. What is it like to walk and move in space? Did they eat ice cream aboard Apollo 11? Experience the power of rockets and more. With the help of some volunteers, kids will learn what it’s like to explore space and the Apollo technology used on earth today.
Lego Club
4 – 5 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. They’ll supply the Legos – just bring your imagination
Thursday, July 14
NAMI Meeting
7 – 8:30 p.m via Zoom. The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwestern Illinois (NAMI SWI) family support meetings may also be in person. To receive the link for a Zoom meeting or address for an in-person meeting contact Pat Rudloff, [email protected].
Chicken Dinner Every Thursday
4 – 8 p.m. Dine-in or Carryout at the Edwardsville American Legion Post 199, 58 South State Rt. 157, Edwardsville. Two or four pieces of chicken and vegetables, mashed potatoes and gravy and a biscuit. 618-656-9774
Preschool Story Time
10 – 11 a.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library. Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories, songs and bubbles with Ms. Megan, and then stay and play with friends at our preschooler playgroup.
Ongoing Events
Al-Anon
For information call 618-463-2429. For more information, visit SIAFG.org and District-18.org.
Summer Reading
May 26 – July 31 at the Edwardsville Public Library. Pack up your tent, trail mix and compass because this summer they’re going to “Read Beyond the Beaten Path!” Sign up on your own with the Beanstack app or visit the library to get started.
JewelRide Books for Bikes Reading Challenge
May 26 – July 31 at the Edwardsville Public Library. Read books this summer and you could win a bike. Sign up on your own with the Beanstack app or visit the library to get started.
