St. Patrick’s Day and the arrival of spring featured in this week’s metro-east calendar
Noon Friday, March 15, 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.
Submitted event info will be edited and run the week before the event date.
Send event info via email to lifestyle@bnd.com. Questions, call Jennifer Green at 618-239-2643.
Events
▪ Friends of the Library Book Sale — 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 15, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 16 and Monday, March 18. Fairview Heights Public Library, 10017 Bunkum Road, Fairview Heights. Saturday $5 bag sale; Monday $1 bag sale. 618-489-2070 or fairviewheightslibrary.org.
▪ Tri-Township Library Book Sale — 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16. Tri-Township Library, 209 S. Main St., Troy. Book donations accepted during the sale and on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 618-667-2133.
▪ Saint Patrick’s Day Parade & Block Party — 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 16. Downtown Belleville. Get your green on and celebrate all things Irish and the coming of spring with your friends in Downtown Belleville. There will be live music, DJs, food trucks, food vendors, and a family-friendly area, all open following the Ancient Order of the Hibernians Parade.
▪ Spring Equinox Sunrise Observance — 6:30 a.m. Sunday, March 17. Meet at Woodhenge, 30 Ramey St., Collinsville. Meet at the center pole of the Woodhenge Reconstruction on site, just west of Monks Mound, by 6:30 a.m. There will be a 30-minute discussion focused on the discovery, function, and significance of this Pre-Columbian structure. Out of respect for Native American Cultures, no ceremonies will be conducted at this event. This event is open to the public with free admission and parking.
▪ 375th Force Support Squadron Job Fair — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 19. Cardinal Creek Golf Course, 1192 Golf Course Road, Scott AFB. Job openings include laborers, recreation aides, cooks and waiters, child and youth program assistants, lifeguards, pool managers, and more. To view openings, go to usajobs.gov and search under Scott Air Force Base NAF. Military spouses, dependents, and retirees, along with members of the general public may apply. The job fair will include on-the-spot interviews. Attendees are encouraged to bring their résumés. For those who need base access to attend, call 618 256-2385, Ext. 1.
▪ World Water Day Photo Contest 2024 Gallery Night — 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 20. Jerry F. Costello Field Station, 1 Confluence Way, Alton. Photographers of all skill levels from across the region submitted photos from October 2023 through February 2024, and the top-scoring photos will be on display for attendees. The exhibition is a platform for hobbyists and experts to share their captivating views of life along the river. The open-house style event will include a small reception at 5:30 p.m. There will be light refreshments, a cash bar with a selection of wines, and some light fare for visitors to enjoy while taking in the beauty of the exhibit. Free and open to the public. Event info and registration: https://bit.ly/NGRRECPhotoExhibit.
Worth the Drive
▪ Living in Ste. Genevieve House Tour — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 16. Starts at Guibourd-Valle House, 1 N. 4th St., Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. Immerse yourself in the history of Ste. Genevieve architecture and observe how homes throughout the town have been refashioned for today’s living. For tickets and info: historicstegen.org.
▪ Builders Spring Home Show Fenton — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 16, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 17. STL Athletic Center, 2300 Hitzert Court, Fenton, Missouri. This new event gives you the opportunity to see, learn about and buy the latest home improvement products and services in a convenient, easy-to-get-to location. This Show is a quality event with a wide range of products and services including windows, doors, fencing, siding, decks, remodeling, flooring, HVAC, kitchens, baths and so much more. Free admission and parking. stlhomeshow.com
▪ Southern Pagan Alliance Ostara Celebration — 6 p.m. Saturday, March 16. Gaia House Interfaith Center, 913 S. Illinois Ave., Carbondale. Spring is springing. Daffodils and crocuses are beginning to appear, animals are waking from hibernation. It’s time to celebrate. This is a free public event open to all ages. All are welcome. No pets please. Only certified service animals are allowed in Gaia House. The gathering starts at 6 p.m. with the ritual to follow approximately at 7 p.m. A potluck will follow. Please bring what you can to share. For more information, contact Tara Nelsen at 618-924-0263 (text preferred) or email taracatofsipa@gmail.com. facebook.com/sipafan
▪ River-to-River Trail Society Hike: Godwin Trail (Union County) — 10 a.m. Saturday, March 23. Meet: Godwin Trailhead East. Leader: Bob Mulcahy, 708-471-7500. This will be a hike of extreme difficulty, 7 miles in length, 4 hours hiking time. This will be a thru hike. All hikes are open to the public free of charge. These hikes are intended for people in good health who have done some hiking. Boots or sturdy shoes and a walking stick are recommended for all hikes. Hikers should bring their own water and a snack. No dogs, please. rivertorivertrail.net
Games
▪ 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. Wiesemeyer Building, 410 Wickliffe, Troy. Includes light snack, cash prizes. No cost to play, no RSVP required. 618-667-2022.
▪ Jarvis Township Senior Center Hand and Foot Card Game — 1 p.m. Thursday, March 21. Jarvis Township Senior Center, 409 Collinsville Road, Troy. Seniors play the second and third Thursdays of the month. No charge to play; you don’t need to know how to play. All seniors are welcome. Call the center at 618-667-2022 for more information.
▪ Bunco Party — 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21. St. James Parish Center, 405 Madison St., Millstadt. Doors open for registration at 6:30 p.m. Event includes 50/50 drawing, homemade dessert buffet. Everyone wins a prize. Tickets are $10 each, available at the door. Proceeds benefit the Meal Program at Millstadt Township Senior Center, 618-476-3731.
▪ Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 64 Trivia Night — 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23. VFW Post 7980, 200 S. Veterans Drive, Millstadt. Doors open at 6 p.m. Includes cash prizes, 50/50, mulligans and a chance to hold the Traveling Trophy for the next year. BYO food and snacks. Drinks must be purchased on site - cash only, ATM on site. Cost: $15 per person or $110 for a table of eight. For reservations: 618-239-9359 (leave a message) or EAACh64Secretary@gmail.com.
▪ Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site Trivia Night & Silent Auction — 7 p.m. Saturday, April 6. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Interpretive Center Lobby, 30 Ramey St., Collinsville. Doors open at 6 p.m. Evening includes the silent auction, mulligans, 50/50 raffle, used book sale. Cost: $20 per person or $150 for a table of up to 10. This event supports the Cahokia Mounds Museum Society (CMMS) and the Powell Archaeological Research Center (PARC). For reservations: 618-344-7316 or cahokiamounds.org/trivia24.
Theater/Concerts
▪ Belleville West Little Theatre presents ‘Rabbit Hole’ — 7 p.m. Thursday, March 14. Belleville West Performing Arts Center, 4063 Frank Scott Parkway West, Belleville. Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down. Rabbit Hole follows Becca and Howie on their bittersweet search for a path that will lead them back into the light of day. Tickets are $5 for students, $7 for adults. facebook.com/BellevilleWestLittleTheatre
▪ YWCA Enchanting Winter Movie Night: ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ — 6 p.m. Friday, March 15. YWCA, 304 E. Third St., Alton. Transport your family into a world of fantasy and wonder with this visually stunning and emotionally rich cinematic experience. Admission: One pair of socks donation for Socks for Tots. Free popcorn and drink, raffle to win a prize, courtesy of the YWCA Diverstory program. 618-465-7774.
▪ Giordano Dance Chicago — 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, 400 N. Alton St., Lebanon. For 60 seasons, Giordano Dance Chicago has served as a prime example of a company that can simultaneously revel in the past and the present. Considered jazz dance royalty, the electrifying performers of America’s original jazz dance company invariably run on high-octane fuel and generate a similarly high-powered response from their audience. For tickets and info: thehett.com.
Clubs & Support Groups
▪ 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.
▪ Griefshare Weekly Grief Support Group — 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays thru April 23. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 304 South St., Collinsville. Register at griefshare.org/groups/176845 or by calling 618-344-3145. There are no fees to participate. Childcare is available.
▪ Senior Citizens Club of O’Fallon — 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 20. O’Fallon Township Building, 801 E. State St., O’Fallon. Meetings held every third Wednesday monthly. All are welcome.
▪ New Athens District Library Book Club: ‘The Book of Lost Names’ by Kristin Harmel — 6 p.m. Monday, March 25. New Athens District Library, 201 N. Van Buren St., New Athens. Recommended ages 18+. newathenslibrary.org
Food
▪ O’Fallon Knights of Columbus & Ladies Auxiliary Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Fridays during Lent. Knights of Columbus Hall, 402 E. U.S. 50, O’Fallon. Traditional menu of cod, tilapia, catfish and several side dishes. Dine-in and carryout. Credit cards accepted. Orders can be called in at 618-632-6229 until 7:30 p.m. facebook.com/KnightsOfColumbus4239
▪ Mascoutah Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Fridays during Lent. Mascoutah VFW Post 7682, 620 Donaphan St., Mascoutah. Cod, catfish and walleye (sandwich, dinner, pound), potato salad, slaw, green beans, fries, onion rings, hush puppies. Fish breading is gluten-free. Dine in or carryout. Call 618-566-2288 to order. facebook.com/vfwpost7682
▪ Waterloo VFW Post #6504 Fish Fry — 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday. 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.
▪ The B’s Family Kitchen — 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. every Friday. Swansea Improvement Association, 216 Service St., Swansea. Cod, catfish, shrimp and more. Dine in and carryout. 618-416-1868. facebook.com/thebsfamilykitchen
▪ Smoke & Kettle at the KC Club and Event Center — Noon to 8 p.m. Fridays and 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays. 5420 Old Collinsville Road, O’Fallon. Catfish, cod, shrimp, BBQ and more. Dine in or carryout. facebook.com/KCClubEastStLouis
▪ Collinsville American Legion Fish Fry — 3-7:45 p.m. every Friday. Collinsville American Legion, 1022 Vandalia St., Collinsville. Cod, shrimp, catfish, crab cakes and sides. Curbside, carryout or dine-in. Place a to-go order by calling 618-345-2508. facebook.com/legionpst365
▪ Holy Trinity’s Lenten Fish Fry — 3:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays through March 29. Holy Trinity, 505 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights. Fish and shrimp (plate, sandwich, pound), fries, slaw, green beans, applesauce, mac & cheese, onion rings, hush puppies, spaghetti. Carryout orders can be placed at 3:30 p.m. Dine-in begins at 4 p.m. holytrinityil.org
▪ St. Mary’s Fish Fry — 4-6:30 p.m. Fridays through March 29. St. Mary’s Church, 1706 W. Main St., Belleville. Freshly prepared fish and choice of sides. Drive-thru only. Cash, credit/debit or check accepted. Enter the campus via 17th Street, order when you arrive and your take-home feast will be hot-and-ready when you drive around to the food preparation area.
▪ Highland Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. every Friday. VFW Post 5694, 1900 VFW Road, Highland. Dine-in and carryout. No call-in orders. facebook.com/vfwpost5694
▪ Highland Knights of Columbus Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Fridays through March 29. Highland Knights of Columbus, 12454 IL Route 143, Highland. Fried and baked fish, fried shrimp, chicken strip dinners, two sides from fries, cole slaw, macaroni salad, applesauce, plus bread, iced tea, coffee. Cash bar. facebook.com/HighlandKnightsofColumbusCouncil1580
▪ Holy Family Catholic Church Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Fridays through March 29. Holy Family Catholic Church, 2606 Washington Ave., Granite City. Enjoy cod plates, walleye plates, shrimp plates, and combinations of cod and shrimp and walleye and shrimp. Plates come with two sides: mac and cheese, fries, and slaw. Individual sandwiches and sides are also available. Sponsored by Holy Family Catholic School and Holy Family Men’s Club. facebook.com/HolyFamilyGC
▪ Maryville MPH Church Knights of Columbus Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Fridays through March 22. MPH Parish Center, 200 N. Lange, Maryville. Costs: $12 for two pieces of cod fish, choice of fries or onion rings, cole slaw (homemade), bread, two hush puppies (homemade) and a drink; $8 for one piece of cod fish, fries or onion rings, cole slaw, bread, two hush puppies and a drink. mph.dio.org
▪ St. Joseph Church Fish Fry — 4-7 p.m. Fridays through March 22, and Friday, April 12. St. Joseph’s Parish Center, 6 N. Alton St., Freeburg. Fried cod loins (plate, sandwich or pound), baked cod, shrimp, green beans, fries, homemade slaw, stewed tomatoes, mac and cheese. Dine in or carryout. No phone orders. Sponsored by the Support Committee.
▪ St. Henry Catholic Church Famous Fish Fry — 4-7:30 p.m. Fridays through March 29. St. Henry Catholic Church, 5315 W. Main St., Belleville. Fried cod, fried shrimp, baked salmon. Sides are homemade coleslaw, spaghetti, onion rings, French fries, hush puppies, mac-n-cheese and soup. Fish sold by the plate, sandwich or pound. Plate includes two sides, $12; Pound is $15. Discount for police, fireman, military, and EMS personnel. Cash, credit or debit cards taken. Dine in or carryout. Call Jerry at 618-540-8062 or Kim at 618-540-8383 with questions.
▪ St. Teresa Men’s Club Fish Fry — 4-7:30 p.m. Friday, March 15. St. Teresa School, 1108 Lebanon Ave., Belleville. Fish, shrimp, spaghetti, sides. Sandwich or dinner plate. Dine in or carryout. Credit/debit/cash accepted. facebook.com/stteresamensclubfishfry
▪ Catholic War Veterans Post 370 Fish Fry — 4-8 p.m. every Friday. Catholic War Veterans Post 370, 3535 S. Route 159, Freeburg (between Belleville and Smithton). Dine in and carryout. 618-416-5284.
▪ Firefighters Fish Fry — 4-8 p.m. Fridays, March 15, 22 & 29. Ellis Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 501 Eggemeyer Plaza, Ellis Grove. Buffalo fish, catfish, cod, shrimp, baked beans, fries, cole slaw, onion rings, hush puppies, potato salad, fried pickles. Cost: $15 adults, $7 kids 5-12, under 5 free. Dine in or carryout. 618-859-3473.
▪ Millstadt Fish Fry — 4-8 p.m. every Friday. Millstadt VFW Post, 200 Veterans Drive, Millstadt. Eat in or carryout. Call ahead for carryout. 618-476-1180. facebook.com/MillstadtVFWPost
▪ Millstadt Sportsman’s Club Fish Fry — 4-8 p.m. every Friday. Millstadt Sportsman’s Club, 4915 Schmidt Lane, Belleville. Cod, shrimp, walleye, salmon patties, sides. Carryouts available. 618-476-1891.
▪ St. Joseph’s Lenten Fish Fry — 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays through March 22. 901 N. Alton St., Lebanon. Fried cod, catfish, shrimp, French fries, cole slaw, potato salad, applesauce, hush puppies and desserts. Dine in or carry out.
▪ Aviston Legion Fish Fry — 4:30-7 p.m. every Friday. 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
▪ Queen of Peace Fish Fry — 4:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, March 15. Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 5915 North Belt West, Belleville. Enjoy cod, fish (baked) tacos, peel-and-eat shrimp, salad, homemade sides – French fries, QP slaw, mac & cheese, potato salad. Desserts and drinks. Dine in/carryout. facebook.com/QPRaiders
▪ Glen Carbon American Legion Post 435 Fish Fry — 4:30-8 p.m. every Friday. American Legion Post 435, 190 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. Dinners and sandwiches, catfish, cod, jack salmon, Alaskan white fish and chicken strips, slaw, fries, baked beans and more. Carryout available. 618-288-7119 or facebook.com/amlegion435.
▪ Fraternal Order of Eagles #545 — 5-7 p.m. every Friday. Fraternal Order of Eagles #545, 100 Eagle Drive, Shiloh. Cod, walleye, catfish, shrimp and chicken strips. Fish available by pound or plate. Sides: slaw, fries, onion rings, hush puppies, spaghetti, cheese balls and applesauce. Desserts provided by the Ladies Auxiliary. Dine-in or carryout available. 618-624-5412 or facebook.com/shiloheagles545.
▪ Okawville American Legion Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. every Friday. American Legion Post 233, 205 N. Hanover St., Okawville. Dine in or carryout. facebook.com/OkawvilleLegion
▪ Quail Club Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. Fridays March 15, 22, 29, April 5. Quail Club, 8303 Concordia Church Road, Belleville. Cod cut-ups, walleye, shrimp, burgers. Sides and desserts available. Carryout available. No phone orders. quailclub.com/fish-fry
▪ Smithton Turner Hall Fish Fry — 5-8 p.m. Fridays during Lent. Turner Hall, 115 N. Julia, Smithton. Baked and fried cod loins in both plates and by the pound, grilled cheese, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, fries, baked potato, cole slaw, stewed tomatoes, mac and cheese and hush puppies. Plus desserts provided by the Smithton Turner Ladies. Dine in with plenty of seating or call in a carryout. 618-277-9690 or facebook.com/smithton.turnerhall.
▪ Aviston American Legion Spring Pork Sausage and Roast Beef Dinner — 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 17. Aviston American Legion, 601 S. Clinton, Aviston. The menu includes whole-hog pork sausage, roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, sauerkraut, green beans, applesauce and dessert. Carryout made to order with sit-down dining space available. 618-228-7311.
▪ Friedens Sausage & Kraut Dinner — 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 17. Friedens United Church of Christ, 207 E. Center, Troy. Menu includes grilled pork sausage, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, sauerkraut and dessert. No substitutions, items available while they last. Cost: $15 per dinner. Drive-thru only. No bulk sausage will be sold until the end of the event. 618-667-6535 or friedens@friedensucc-troy.org.
Reservation/Registration Required
▪ Virtual Saturday Morning Yoga — 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 16. Online via Zoom. Get fit and healthy when you join us for an energizing session of yoga. Registration required. glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Medicare Q&A — 6-7 p.m. Monday, March 18. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. If you are looking to sign up for Medicare and have questions on how to register or what is covered, this will be a great time to ask. Bring your questions and learn what to expect when you join Medicare. To register: glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ Virtual Evening Flow Yoga — 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 20. Virtual class. This Slow Flow practice will lead you through a series of yoga poses that focus on strengthening, lengthening, and stretching. Side effects may include a sense of well-being and feelings of peace and calmness! Recommended props: 1. Two foam yoga blocks 2. A blanket 3. A yoga strap (or belt, towel, scarf. Registration required. glencarbonlibrary.org
▪ AARP Tax Aide — 9-11:30 a.m. Friday, March 22. Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St., Glen Carbon. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program provides free tax preparation assistance to anyone. IRS-certified volunteers make filing taxes easy. The volunteers of the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program provide free tax preparation help to anyone. They are especially focused on helping those that are age 50+ and can’t afford a tax preparation service. There is no fee, no sales pitch for other services, and AARP membership is not required. Registration required. Call 618-288-1212 to schedule an appointment during library hours.
▪ Southwestern Illinois College Health Science Day — Friday, March 22. SWIC Belleville Campus, 2500 Carlyle Ave., Belleville. High school students can explore some of the exciting educational and career opportunities offered in the first responder and health science fields. High school students from surrounding areas are invited to the Belleville campus to get a chance to meet SWIC faculty and staff, and learn about the college’s Health Science, Homeland Security, and Business programs. The day will feature a staged car accident that will demonstrate how each profession has an integral part to play in everyday emergencies. Students will get a chance to watch the accident scene unfold, as well as experience what happens to critical patients in a mock Emergency Room. Not only will students get to experience what it is like working in the field, they will also have an opportunity to speak with potential employers and work with college faculty performing hands-on activities in Health Science disciplines in SWIC’s state-of-the-art labs. To register for this free event, visit https://swic.tfaforms.net/217806.
▪ Breakfast with the Easter Bunny — 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 23. Shiloh Klucker Hall, 14 Park Drive, Shiloh. Continental breakfast with donuts, pastries, coffee, juice and milk. Cost: $5 for 16 and older; kids: non-perishable items. RSVP required by 3 p.m. Friday, March 15. 618-632-1022, ext. 119. Proceeds benefit Weekend Wildcats. Sponsored by Village of Shiloh and Shiloh PTO.
▪ ‘Solar Eclipses in North American Indian History & Prehistory’ — 1 p.m. Saturday, March 30. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Iseminger Auditorium, 30 Ramey St., Collinsville. Archaeologist Rusty Weisman will give a free lecture to discuss the upcoming solar eclipse as well as solar eclipses visible across the North American Landscape during the last 1,000 years. The lecture is by RSVP only due to space limitations: cahokiamounds.org/eclipselecture or 618-346-5160.
▪ 74th annual Belle-Scott Enlisted Dinner — 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 3. St. Clair Country Club, 100 S. 78th St., Belleville. Cash bar at 6 p.m.; dinner and program 6:30 p.m. The event is in honor of the men and women of Scott Air Force Base. Tickets: $125 - includes sponsoring dinner for attendees and one enlisted member; $50 for military members of the Belle-Scott Committee. Register by Thursday, March 21. 618-233-2015 or https://bit.ly/48op8GI.
▪ Green Root Gallery presents ‘Abstraction Rules’ by Tom Dailey — 2-4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 7. Green Root Gallery, 125 E. Main St., Belleville. This workshop will include helpful hints and techniques designed to further the development of the abstract artist. Cost: $50. For info or to register: greenrootgallery.com.
▪ Granite City Senior Social Club Spring Dance/Concert — 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21. Granite City Township Hall, 2060 Delmar Ave., Granite City. Doors open at 1 p.m. Featured band: KC’s Night Riders. Marietta Chapman and the Wild Old Women will teach the Electric Slide. Refreshments served. Advance tickets available through April 14. Cost: $5 in advance, $7 at the door. For tickets and info: Diana, 618-444-6771; Marty, 618-797-6749; township office, 618-877-0513.
