The Metro East Messenger 4.9.21 Issue

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Local Business Directory

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Adoptable Pets of the Week

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Local Business Spotlight

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Coupons

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Easy Brunch Quiche

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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 4/9- Acoustic DNA 7pm-11pm Saturday 4/10-Steven Wooley 6pm-10pm Friday 4/16- Mike Sonderegger Music 7pm-11pm Saturday 4/17- Ethan Jones 6pm-10pm Friday 4/23- Acoustic DNA 7pm-11pm Saturday 4/24- Double Wide Duo 6pm-10pm April 4/30- Mike Sonderegger 7pm-11pm Ladies Day Out, April 15th, 10am-9pm at The Ink House, 117 N 2nd St, Edwardsville, IL. Gather your girlfriends and spend your day and night with us! Enjoy shopping from 10am-2pm with Local 618, CS Gems, Gabi & Grace, and The Secret Gardeners. Get you fitness on with Hot 4 Yoga at 10:30am. Register on the Mindbody app, wear yoga attire and bring a mat. Then throw on your new threads and head over to our Ladies Night Out. Enjoy more shopping, Color Science Studio, Hair Curling Station, and a cash bar from 5-9pm. For more info, go to https://bit.ly/3s1NlO7.

City Wide Garage Sales, Hosted by TroyMaryvilleCOC.com. Save the date for these upcoming garage sales!

Maryville, IL-April 16th and 17th, St. Jacob, IL- May 6th, 7th, and 8th, Troy, IL-May 14th and 15th. To have yours listed in the online search, go to https://garagesale.troycoc.com/garagesalesignup.php.

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Local Events Ladies Day Out, April 15th, 10am-9pm at The Ink House, 117 N 2nd St, Edwardsville, IL. Gather your girlfriends and spend your day and night with us! Enjoy shopping from 10am-2pm with Local 618, CS Gems, Gabi & Grace, and The Secret Gardeners. Get you fitness on with Hot 4 Yoga at 10:30am. Register on the Mindbody app, wear yoga attire and bring a mat. Then throw on your new thread and head over to our Ladies Night Out. Enjoy more shopping, Color Science Studio, Hair Curling Station, and a cash bar from 5-9pm. For more info, go to https://bit.ly/3s1NlO7.

Glo Bingo, Apr. 16th, 6pm at the Edwardsville Moose Lodge, 7371 Marine Rd, Edwardsville, IL. Come join us for an evening of fun! It’s not your Grandmother’s Bingo, it’s Glo-Bingo! Grab your friends, bring some snacks and help us raise money for Backstoppers, a SIUE student scholarship fund, & to allow us to continue in the future giving back to our community! Tickets can be bought online at glo-Bingo.com or by emailing siuepdlodge328@gmail.com! Want to help sponsor or donate? Please contact us via email!

City Wide Garage Sales, Hosted by TroyMaryvilleCOC.com. Save the date for these upcoming garage sales!

Maryville, IL-April 16th and 17th, St. Jacob, IL- May 6th, 7th, and 8th, Troy, IL-May 14th and 15th. To have yours listed in the online search, go to https://garagesale.troycoc.com/garagesalesignup.php.

BBQ for KAHOKstrong, April 17th, 11am-3pm at Camelot Bowl, 801 Beltline Rd, Collinsville, IL. JCI Collinsville will be hosting our first BBQ of the year to benefit KAHOKstrong! We will be located outside of Camelot Bowl in Collinsville.

Come by to get some good food and help support a great cause. Learn more about KAHOKstrong here: https://www.kahoks.org/headlines/kahokstrong/.

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Local Events Parking Lot BINGO, Apr. 17, 1-2:30pm, hosted by City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation. Join us at the Activity Center (10 Gateway Drive, Collinsville) for some old-fashioned BINGO...from the comfort of your car! We'll provide the dabbers and BINGO cards for eight rounds of BINGO! Each person in the car gets to play along. Price: $10 per car.

To register, call the City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation Department at (618) 346-7529 or visit https://www.collinsvilleil.org/.../Calendar/Event/1604/159.

SWIC Annual Plant Sale and Family Fun Day, April 22nd 9am- April 24th 4pm, SWIC (Southwestern Illinois College), 2500 Carlyle Ave, Belleville, IL. To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow! Plant Sale Hours: Thursday, April 22, 9 AM to 6 PM, Friday, April 23, 9 AM to 6 PM, Saturday, April 24, 9 AM to 4 PM. Family Fun Day at the Plant Sale: Saturday, April 24, 10 AM to 2 PM, Food and drinks available from Ollie's Eatery Food Truck. Free flowerpot decorating, carnival games and bounce houses. Explore SWIC's CNC mobile truck, helicopter and more! Masks and social distancing required.

Trails for Tails at Tanglewood, Caseyville IL 62232, April 24th 10am-2pm. Hosted by The Linda Frierdich Group-C21 Advantage and Century 21 Advantage Real Estate. Come walk your dog for a cause! Entry Fee for 1st dog $25 & $5 for each additional dog. Free food truck & swag bags with special offers from local pet vendors. All proceeds will be donated to Partners for Pets! To register, go to https://bit.ly/3rXYorv.

Collinsville City-Wide Garage Sale, April 23rd-24th. 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 618-346-7529. Register

by April 12 to be listed in a Garage Sale Guide on the City's website.

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Local Events 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.

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.

Vine Street Market, May 8th, 8am at Vine Street Market at O’Fallon Station, 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, meats and much more. 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!

2021 Collinsville 'Kids Day' At The Park, May 15th, 8am at Woodland Park, Pine Lake Road, Collinsville, IL. Hosted by Meadow Heights Collinsville. This is a FREE community event. Fishing Derby - No fishing license required if 16 years of age or younger. There will be four age divisions:6 years and younger7-9 years old, 10-12 years old, 13-15 years old. Each division will have a winner for most fish caught and there will be a trophy for the largest fish of the tournament. 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, 10:3011am - snacks and prizes awarded. You must pre-register your kids for this event: https://bit.ly/3t3rbMy. 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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www.mikesautomotive.net

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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 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, 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: Indoor and outdoor spaces available 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 sale at their home. Indoor Spots: $30. Outdoor Spots: $20. Register at 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.

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 is able to attend per child. Adults can also drop off & pick up. Registration required at bit.ly/3rZN0eN. "Parks" & Rec Escape Room, May 25th-30th, Hosted by Collinsville Parks and Recreation, 10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL. Can your team (of up-to-four players) decipher the clues and escape the room before time runs out?! The team that escapes the room with the most time to spare will win an awesome prize basket! Price: $20 per team. Register at http://bit.ly/3sLnGKq.

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Local Events Caseyville Village Wide Yard Sale, June 4th and 5th, 7am-5pm. Caseyville Village Wide Yard Sale. Going on at the same time as the Library Sidewalk Sale! (separate event). Permits MUST be purchased AT the Caseyville Library, $10.

To be included on the map, permits MUST be purchased by Friday, May 28th. Maps will be available by Saturday, May 29th at: FCB Bank, Caseyville Village Hall, Caseyville Library, Caytown. Proceeds benefit the Caseyville Public Library newsletter and programs.

The Tailgate Luau, June 4th, 6pm-9pm at Gateway Convention Center Back Parking Lot, 1 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL. Your donation will help us provide celebrations to local cancer patients through 3 Little Birds 4 Life. Cost: $100/Vehicle Donation. We are only selling 100 tickets...these will sell out fast, so get your vehicle spot today! What is included: Live Band and Mission Program, Event is Family Friendly, Bring your own Food, Cash Bar will be available, Luau Vehicle Decorating Contest. For tickets, go to https://impact.3littlebirds4life.org/campaign/2021-tailgateluau/c330953.

Movie in the Park, June 5th, May 15th, movie begins at dusk @ Drost Park, Myron Provence Parkway, Maryville, IL. Showing: Playing With Fire (PG) 2019+.

Looking For A Venue To Host A Private Event? EXO Lounge has a new 40’x40” event tent! Inside your find a wellheated lounge setting with TVs, high top seating, standing tables, turf, up lighting, string lighting, ceiling draping, and chandeliers. For more info, go to https://visitexo.com/ or email events@visitexo.com.

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It’s finally that time of year. The grass is turning green, the flowers are all in bloom and the trees are showing new signs of life. Spring has finally sprung in the Metro East! And we all know what that means….mosquitos are coming. They won’t stop the outdoor graduation parties, family gatherings, outdoor barbeques and pool side fun. But they can make it a miserable experience.

So, what’s a person to do? Call Mosquito Joe! Mosquito Joe provides the best mosquito, tick and flea treatments so you can take back your yard and make being outside fun again. They offer different treatment options to fit your needs, such as barrier sprays, natural treatments (using essential oils) and flea and tick control treatments. They can even treat your yard for your special upcoming event to prevent unwelcomed guests. Contact their team and a certified technician will do a walk-through of your yard to recommend the best mosquito control solution for you.

Within 30 mins of treatment, your yard mosquito free and ready to go!

It is their top priority to keep their customers itch-free by providing the best mosquito control services in the industry. Mosquito Joe is also a proud NeighborlyTM company. That means if your service was not done right, they promise to make it right – Guaranteed! Go to MetroEastIL.MosquitoJoe.com to see more info about their services or get a quote. With Mosquito Recent Testimonial: Joe, we can host those backyard Thanks for no mosquitos all summer! It worked on the gnats, also. When our barbeques, plan those special area had a weird fly problem, your fly treatment took care of them. The fly events and make fun memories treatment also chased the wasps away. I read on Collinsville Connection how outside again without the fear of miserable everyone was this year with mosquitos, flies and wasps. I did post how unplanned guests. happy we were with you. We will see you next Spring for another awesome year.

Thank you!!!! Mary P. Nov. 03, 2020

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

$2.39/LB Must present coupon.

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(618) 344-4096

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Easy Brunch Quiche Try this recipe for an Easy Brunch Quiche that is sure to have your senses swirling with every bite. With a range of ingredients from broccoli to bacon, this quiche is a brunch hero. While baking, the cheese gets all melty, and with every bite the mushrooms add texture and earthy flavor. The ingredients come together to make something warm, hearty and fresh. Find more brunch recipes and cooking ideas at Culinary.net.

Easy Brunch Quiche Serves: 12

Ingredients: 1 package (10 ounces) frozen broccoli with cheese 12 slices bacon, chopped ½ cup green onions, sliced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 4 eggs 1 cup milk 1 ½ cups shredded cheese, divided 2 frozen deep dish pie shells (9” each) Directions: Heat oven to 350 F. In medium bowl, add broccoli and cheese contents from package.

Microwave 5 minutes, or until cheese is saucy. Set aside.

In skillet, cook chopped bacon 4 minutes. Add green onions; cook 2 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook 4 minutes, or until bacon is completely cooked and mushrooms are tender. Drain onto paper towel over plate. Set aside.

In medium bowl, whisk eggs and milk until combined. Add broccoli and cheese mixture. Add 1 cup cheese. Stir to combine. Set aside.

In pie shells, divide drained bacon mixture evenly. Divide broccoli mixture evenly and pour over bacon mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheese over both pies.

Bake 40 minutes. Allow to cool at least 12 minutes before serving.

Note: To keep edges of crust from burning, place aluminum foil over pies for first 20 minutes of cook time. Remove after 20 minutes and allow to cook uncovered until completed.

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