The Metro East Messenger 4.23.21 Issue

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Local Business Directory

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Adoptable Pets of the Week

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Coupons

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Fish Tacos & Stuffed Peppers

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Local Events

NOTE: Events are subject to change, cancel or be rescheduled due to Covid 19 restrictions.

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND at EXO Lounge, 7pm on Fridays, 6pm on Saturdays at EXO Lounge, 2 157 Center, Edwardsville, IL. For more info and updates, follow them at https://www.facebook.com/EXOLounge.

Friday 4/23- Acoustic DNA 7pm-11pm Saturday 4/24- Double Wide Duo 6pm-10pm April 4/30- Mike Sonderegger 7pm-11pm Collinsville City-Wide Garage Sale, April 30th- May 1st. Shop 'til you drop during the Collinsville City-Wide Garage Sale! No permit needed if registered through Collinsville's Parks and Recreation Department by calling 618-3467529. Register by April 12 to be listed in a Garage Sale Guide on the City's website.

Welcome Spring Craft Fair, May 1st, 9am-4pm at the grounds of Anderson Hospital, 6800 State Rd 162, Maryville, IL. Huge Spring Craft Fair with over 30 crafters!! Come shop with one of your favorite vendors for that special gift or something for your home! Free event.

Grand Brawl (Event by World Powerhouse Wrestling), May 1st, 6-9pm at Collinsville VFW, 1234 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL. Featuring the return of the True Grit Rumble! This will be an outdoor event pending Illinois inside limitations. All tickets only $5! For tickets, go to https://wpw.ticketleap.com/.

Fishing Derby, May 8th, 11am-3pm, Drost Park, 46-98 Schiber Ct, Maryville, IL. If fishing is your thing, be sure to sign up for the Fishing Derby, set for May 8th from 11am-3pm at Pavilion 1. This event is brought to you by the Maryville Parks & Rec Committee.

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Local Events Vine Street Market, May 8th, 8am at Vine Street Market at O’Fallon Station, Downtown District-O’Fallon, IL. Vine Street Market is an open air, rain or shine farmers market nestled in the heart of the O'Fallon, IL Downtown District.

Each Saturday you can shop for locally grown vegetables, flowers, fruits, eggs, cheese and meats. We also have a great selection of bakers and sweet treats along with coffee, craft brew beverages, and artisans. Live music begins at 9am and plays until noon. We have patio seating, and a food truck will be on site, along with numerous restaurants and shops within walking distance of the market. We are bicycle and pet friendly, come see us and shop local!

Maker's Market Spring Craft Show, May 15th, 9am at Makers Market Maryville, 2929 N Center St, Maryville, IL. Over 30 outdoor vendors and 60 indoor vendors to choose from. Enjoy shopping, food and giveaways. Vendors, please email Makersmarketllc@gmail.com or stop by the store for an application.

Yard Sale & Craft Fair, May 14th & 15th, Tri-Township Park Activity Center, 284 Riggin Rd, Troy, IL. While you're out looking for deals during the Troy City Wide Garage Sale, don't forget to stop by the Activity Center and Tri-Township Park. We'll have a variety of crafters and yard sale booths all in one place! Vendor Info: We'll be offering indoor and outdoor spaces at the skating rink & park! Crafters & yard sale booths are welcome. Perfect for those who live off the beaten path or who do not have space for a yard/garage sale at their home. Indoor Spots: $30. Outdoor Spots: $20.

To register, go to http://bit.ly/3bSdadr.

Movie in the Park, May 15th, movie begins at dusk @ Drost Park, Myron Provence Parkway, Maryville, IL. Showing: Frozen II (PG) 2019.

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Local Events Maker's Market Spring Craft Show, May 15th, 9am at Makers Market Maryville, 2929 N Center St, Maryville, IL. Over 30 outdoor vendors and 60 indoor vendors to choose from. Free. Enjoy shopping, food and giveaways.

Vendors, please email: Makersmarketllc@gmail.com.

2021 Collinsville 'Kids Day' At The Park, May 15th, 8am at Woodland Park, Pine Lake Road, Collinsville, IL. Hosted by Meadow Heights Collinsville. The Collinsville "Kids Day" At The Park provides an opportunity for children to enjoy the outdoor experience of fishing. This is a FREE community event. Fishing Derby - No fishing license required if 16 years of age or younger. This is strictly a catch and release event. We will have a limited amount of bait and the Collinsville Memorial Library Center will have fishing poles on hand...please bring yours if you have them. 8:00-8:15am – registration, 8:15-10:30am - fishing time, 10:30-11am - snacks and prizes awarded. You must pre-register your kids for this event: https://bit.ly/3t3rbMy. St. Jacob UCC Strawberry Fest, May 16th, 11am-4pm at St. Jacob UCC, 207 W. Main St. Saint Jacob, IL. Drive Thru Strawberry Fest. Grilled Brats, Hot Dogs, Pork Burgers, German Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Strawberries, Strawberry Desserts, Ice Cream. Live entertainment, kettle corn, raffle, and much more.

Kid’s NERF Night, May 21st and 28th, 6-8pm at Tri Township Activity Center, 284 Riggin Rd, Troy, IL. Cost: $10/person. Includes: Pizza, soda, standard NERF elite bullets. Bring: Safety glasses & your own NERF gun. Because of limited capacity, only one adult can attend per child. Adults can also drop off & pick up. Registration required at bit.ly/3rZN0eN. www.metroeastmessenger.com

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Restaurant Directory Restaurant Name

Address

Other Features

Website

American/Bar & Grill

Denny's

1) 27 Jct Dr W, Glen Carbon, IL 62034, (618)659-1922 Classic American comfort food, Open 24 2) 522 Ramada Blvd, Collinsville, IL 62234, Hours (618) 345-8995 3) 737 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618) 622-0471

Gulf Shores Restaurant 215 Harvard Drive, Edwardsville, IL, (618) 650-9109 & Grill

IHOP

Lottie's Café

1028 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618)632-5400

www.dennys.com

Cajun Comfort Food/Fresh www.gulfshoresrestaura Seafood/Daily Specials/Weekly Live ntandgrill.com Music (see website for dates and times)

Wide variety of pancakes, American breakfast and diner fare.

www.ihop.com

1099 Belt Line Road, Suite D, Collinsville, IL 62234, Carryout/Catering/Daily www.facebook.com/Lotti (618) 223-8253 Specials/Gaming/Occasional Live Music es-Cafe

Mady's

623 Edwardsville Road, Troy, Illinois (618) 505-7188

Bar/Casino

Mady's Facebook Page

McDill's Irish Pub

334 Saint Louis Rd Collinsville, IL, 62234 (618) 344-9875

Daily Food Specials/Dine in or Carry Out/Pool Table/Gaming/UFC Fight Viewing

https://www.facebook.c om/McDills

Peel Wood Fired Pizza

1) 921 S. Arbor Vitae, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Order (618)659-856 Online/Carryout/Patio/Brewery/Seasona 2) 1104 S. Cherry St., O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618)726l Specials 2244

www.peelpizza.com

Video Gaming/Pool/Dart Leagues/Draft https://www.facebook.c and Craft Beer Selections/Daily om/TheCommandPost70 Specials/Children welcome with an 8/ adult. 18+

The Command Post Bar and Grill

104 N Main St, Troy, IL 62294(618) 667-9892

The Wooden Nickel Pub & Grill

171 S. Main St, Glen Carbon, IL (618) 288-2141

Patio/Carryout/Happy Hour/Daily Specials/Occasional Live Music

Time Out Sports Bar & Grill

111 W Market St, Troy, IL 62294 (618) 667-2221

Carryout/Daily Specials/Happy Hour/Gaming/Occasional Live Music

China King (Edwardsville)

1063 S State Rt. 157, Edwardsville, IL 62025, (618) 692-1888

Dine in/Carry Out/Order Online/Delivery

www.edwardsvillechinaki ng.com

China King (Troy)

535 Troy Ave #537, Troy, IL 62294, (618) 667-8886

Dine in/Carry Out

See Menu

https://www.facebook.c om/WoodenNickelGlenC arbon/ www.timeoutsportsbargr ill.com

Asian

Mexican Zapata's Mexican Restaurant

1) 8 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, IL, (618) 343-1337 2) 4660 N Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL, (618) 277-5474

Lunch Buffet/Carry Out/Catering/Daily www.zapatasmexican.co Specials/Party Room/Karaoke Every m Other Friday

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Business Directory Gas & Convenience 7900 N Illinois St, Caseyville, IL 62232

(618) 344-1286

2233 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 344-1352

301 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

(618) 624-6013

6559 IL-162, Maryville, IL 62062 826 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269 1242 Thouvenot Ln, Shiloh, IL 62269

(618) 288-7920 (618) 632-2177 (618) 622-2220

536 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-4581

1029 Lincoln Hwy, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

(618) 632-4807

702 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 345-9777

Pilot Travel Center Shell

970 US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269 820 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294 1011 W US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 622-0630 (618) 667-0946 (618) 632-2787

pilotflyingj.com https://find.shell.com

TA

819 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-9931

www.ta-petro.com

Circle K

Huck's Convenient Food Store Moto Mart

www.circlek.com

www.hucks.com www.shell.com

Retail & Services Bike Surgeon

201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 622-1693

https://bikesurgeon.com/

Chelsey Reed-Hair Designer & Makeup Artist

2400 N Center St Maryville, IL, 62062

(618) 410-0882

www.facebook.com/chereed hairstylist

Chiropractic Works

410 Regency Ctr, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 477-8364

www.chiropracticworkscollin sville.com

Code 3 Spices

302 E. Main St. Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 855-8855

https://code3spices.com/

DogWatch Hidden Fences

Email: Alan@dogwatchofillinois.com

(618) 692-9131

www.dogwatchofillinois.com

Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Denise Arendell

303 Fountains Parkway, Suite 210 Fairview Heights, Il 62208 denise.arendell@edwardjones.com

(618) 622-4977

www.edwardjones.com/deni se-arendell

Kelly's Butcher Shop & Deli

804 South Main St., Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-6268

https://www.facebook.com/ KellysButcherShopDeli/

Lonnie's Liquors

2004 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 344-3430

1150 St. Louis Road, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 345-0611

25 Commercial St, Millstadt, IL 62260

(618) 476-7490

7835 Ivory Ave. St. Louis, MO 63111

(314) 638-2710

Email: Alan@xgreensynthetic.com

(314) 241-8873

Mike's Automotive

Xtreme Green Synthetic Turf

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Hotels Comfort Inn Collinsville

8 Commerce Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234

(480) 725-1637

www.wyndhamhotels.com

Days Inn Collinsville

12 Commerce Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 803-4032

www.wyndhamhotels.com

4 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 346-0607

www.marriott.com

Fairfield Inn by Marriott St. LouisCollinsville La Quinta Inn & Suites Collinsville

6 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234

(618) 855-8400

www.laquintacollinsville.com

(618) 223-5383

www.wyndhamhotels.com

(618) 624-3636

www.choicehotels.com

(618) 212-1300

www.ihg.com

(618) 688-2526

www.wyndhamhotels.com

(618) 398-7124

www.radisonhotels.com

Best Western- Troy

2 Gateway Drive, Collinsville, IL 62234 305 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 313 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 45 Ludwig Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 140 Ludwig Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 2020 Formosa Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-9200

www.bestwestern.com

Red Roof Inn

2030 Formosa Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 667-2222

www.redroof.com

Super 8-Troy

910 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294

(618) 505-1189

www.wyndhamhotels.com

Super 8-Collinsville Econo Lodge Holiday Inn Super 8 by Wyndham Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

Best Western

116 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 622-8600

www.bestwestern.com

Extended Stay America

154 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 624-1757

www.extendedstayamerica.com

La Quinta Inn & Suites

136 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 726-2323

www.wyndhamhotels.com

Sleep Inn

140 Venita Dr, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 589-3999

www.choicehotels.com

TownePlace Suites by Marriott

445 Regency Park Drive, O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 624-4900

www.marriott.com

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Local Events Wood River Food Truck Festival, May 29th, 11am-6pm, on Ferguson Ave, Wood River, IL. Hosted by the Downtown Wood River Business District and Wood River Enrichment Network. Food trucks, live music, vendors and more! If anyone you are interested in being a vendor, please contact Missy at Rustic Roots (618) 660-7766.

Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks Celebration, May 30th, 4-10pm at Collinsville Aqua Park. Live music will begin at 4:30 pm by Straight 6 and continue with That 80’s Band 7:00 pm. A fireworks show will follow the National Anthem at 9:15 pm. Food trucks will be on site for dinner and drinks will be available for sale. Individual "pods" will be sold for groups of up to eight individuals for onsite viewing of the fireworks at a cost of $25 per pod. Pods will measure 10' in diameter and come with two reserved parking spots at Gateway Convention Center and eight wristbands. *You must have a ticket/wristband in order to attend this event onsite. If you do not have a ticket/wristband, you may watch the fireworks from an offsite location. VIP tickets are also available and include access to the Collinsville Aqua Park VIP area beginning at 6:00 pm, swimming in the leisure pool, all-you-can-eat food, four (4) drink tickets, and one (1) reserved parking spot for $40 per adult. Children's VIP tickets are available for $25 each and do not include a parking spot. For tickets, go to https://bit.ly/3xiy92Q. International Horseradish Festival, June 4th-5th. The International Horseradish Festival is right around the corner.

We are excited to announce that the festival is moving to Uptown Collinsville on Main Street. This new location for the festival will give us the ability to reach potential attendance of over 25,000 attendees. Cornhole tournament, Car show, Bags Tournament, Root toss, Root grinding, Bloody Mary Contest, Live Music and more. For schedule of events and more info, go to https://internationalhorseradishfestival.com/events/.

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Local Events Edwardsville Route 66 Festival, June 12th, City Park, downtown Edwardsville. Come get your kicks at the Edwardsville, Illinois Route 66 Festival! If classic cars, great food and fun are your idea of a good time, join us for the 23rd Annual Route 66 Festival on June 12 at City Park in downtown Edwardsville. Stay tuned for Schedule of Events coming soon. Go to https://www.edwardsvilleroute66.com/ for more info.

BazaArt, June 26th, 5-9pm, 212 E. 1st St, O’Fallon, IL. Hosted by the O’Fallon Parks & Recreation. We are excited to bring BazaArt, a new art festival, to the O’Fallon Downtown District! This evening will be filled with fantastic and funky art vendors, a chalk art walk and contest hosted by Art Gecko Creative Studio, food and drink throughout the downtown, live music and lots of fun! Artists, apply at https://ofallon.seamlessdocs.com/f/BazaArtApplication.

Code 3 Spices Smokin on Main, July 24th-25th, Uptown Collinsville, IL. It's Official! The City of Collinsville is shutting down Main St. for our 4th year! Code 3 Spices - www.code3spices.com is hosting its 4th annual Smokin' on Main BBQ Competition and Festival! Join the top professional teams and backyard teams from all around the country. There will be amazing BBQ and drink vendors from near and far, and great entertainment from local groups! Please visit http://smokinonmain.com/ for ALL event info. This year's entertainment will consist of acoustic duo Lanny and Julie, The Blue Marlin Band and Shotgun Creek, Kid's entertainment to be announced later. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE COLLINSVILLE FOOD PANTRY & THE U.S. VETERANS FOUNDATION. Learn more about our products and mission in giving back to those who serve at www.code3spices.com.

Looking For A Venue To Host A Private Event? EXO Lounge is the perfect destination of choice to wow your next client or impress the folks at your Christmas party! For more info, go to https://visitexo.com/ or email events@visitexo.com.

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Fish Tacos and Stuffed Peppers While there are many ways to enhance the taste and texture of your family’s favorite dishes, perhaps one of the simplest and most impactful is the addition of cheese. From fish and seafood to veggie-inspired recipes, the dairy delight provides a versatile, flavorful ingredient. Visit realcaliforniamilk.com/Hispanic-dairy to find more cheesy, delicious recipes.

California Queso Fresco Fish Tacos Servings: 6 (12 tacos) Avocado Radish Salsa: 2 medium avocados, chopped 1/3 cup finely chopped onion 3/4 cup diced radish 5 serrano chile peppers, seeded and finely chopped 3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 lime, juice only salt, to taste pepper, to taste Tacos: 1 1/2 pounds swordfish, or other whitefish, steaks or fillets vegetable oil salt, to taste pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 12 corn tortillas 6 ounces Real California Queso Fresco cheese, crumbled 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced 1 cup shredded cabbage To make avocado radish salsa: In small bowl, combine avocados, onion, radish, chile peppers, cilantro, garlic and lime juice. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.

Heat grill to medium heat. Rinse fish and pat dry with paper towels. Rub oil on both sides to coat; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill fish 6-9 minutes until cooked through; cool slightly. Remove skin and bones; cut fish into 1 1/2-inch strips.

In medium bowl, toss fish with lime juice and cumin. Warm tortillas in microwave or at 275 F in oven.

Place equal amounts of fish, cheese, tomatoes, cabbage and salsa in center of each tortilla. Roll up tacos to serve.

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4-Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon 804 S. Main St. Troy, IL (618) 667-6268

302 E. Main St, Collinsville, IL (618) 855-8855

$9.99/LB Must present coupon.

Expires 5/9/21

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Hair Designer & Makeup Artist 2400 N. Center St, Maryville, IL (618) 410-0882

25% Off New Client Cut & Color Service

www.bennysbnb.com

*Must mention ad when booking

(618) 344-4096

2330 South Center St. Maryville, IL

Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers Prep time: 25 minutes, Cook time: about 1 hour, Servings: 4

4 red bell peppers 1/2 cup, plus 1 tablespoon, vegetable oil, divided 1 cup white onion (about 1 medium), 1/4-inch diced 4 cups cremini or brown mushrooms, 1/4-inch diced 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup Real California Oaxaca cheese, shredded cooked white rice, for serving Preheat oven to 400 F. Rub bell peppers with 1 tablespoon oil then use grill, broiler or gas stovetop burner to cook peppers, turning occasionally, until well charred, 12-15 minutes. Transfer to bowl, cover and set aside until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes.

In large skillet, warm remaining oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, 3-5 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic salt and black pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are browned, and liquid is almost entirely evaporated, 7-10 minutes.

Rub charred skin from bell peppers. Slice off tops and remove seeds. Fill bell peppers with mushroom mixture, top with cheese and arrange in baking dish. Replace bell pepper tops and bake until cheese melts, 8-10 minutes. Serve with cooked rice. www.metroeastmessenger.com

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