The Metro East Messenger 5.20.22 Issue

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Upcoming Local Events Live Music Every Weekend at The Cabin at Judy Creek, 3730 S. State Rte. 157, Glen Carbon. Upcoming musicians- 5/20: Lanny & Julie, 5/21: Edwin Linson, 5/22: Jeremy Drake, 6/3: Little Known Fact, 6/12: Scott and Mechelle, 6/24: The Double Wide Duo. Follow their Facebook page for more updates.

Village of Marine Garage Sales, May 20th & 21st, 7am-3pm. Brought to you by the Troy/Maryville/St.Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce. To register your yard sale and/or see the interactive map of yard sales throughout the town, go to https://www.troymaryvillecoc.com/.

Village of Hamel Community Yard Sale, May 21st, 8am-2pm. For more info, visit their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/villageofhamel.

Hartford Centennial Celebration, May 21st, 10am-9pm, Hartford Park. The festivities kick off at 10am with a parade and a car cruise-in. After the parade and cruise in, a craft and vendor show will begin. Food trucks, a beer tent, free inflatables for kids, a petting zoo, a cornhole tournament, and Riverbend Axe Throwing, as well as live music from 11am- 9pm. At the end of the evening there will be a fireworks show.

City of Troy Garage Sale & Craft Fair, May 21st, 7am-3pm, at Tri- Township Park, Troy. Free and open to the public. Crafters, antiques, and yard sale booths. Brought to you by the Troy/Maryville/St.Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce. For more info, contact Marissa@tritownshippark.org.

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Troy Memorial Day Parade May 29th, 1pm. Parade will begin at Rt. 162 Uptown at City Hall, then march to the memorial park. For more info, contact Brett at (618) 6103121.

Memorial Day Fireworks Celebration May 29th, 210pm, Collinsville Aqua Park. Celebrate the beginning of summer with live music, children's activities, vendors, and food.

Everyone is invited to Eastport Plaza to enjoy! Food trucks will be on site to allow the purchasing of food and drinks.

No outside coolers will be allowed. Live music will begin at 4:00 pm. The fireworks show will follow the National Anthem at 9:15pm. The Collinsville Aqua Park will be open to the public until 5:00 pm.

Belleville Memorial Day Parade May 30th, 10am-11am. The parade will begin on north 3rd Street.

155th Annual Alton Memorial Day Parade

May 30th, 10am. Come out for marching bands, floats, and candy to celebrate the country’s first and oldest Memorial Day parade. Parade begins at Alton Middle School.

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Upcoming Local Events Spring Craft Fair, May 21st, 9am-4pm, at the grounds of Anderson Hospital, Maryville. Over 40 crafters, food, raffle, kettle corn. Benefitting Anderson Hospital Auxiliary.

Kids Fishing Clinic, May 21st, 12-3pm, 12027 Sportsman Rd, Highland. Sponsored by Highland Moose Lodge 2479. What to Bring: Fishing poles, chairs, and willingness to have some FUN!! Cost: free. Open to all ages. For more information contact Sherry (618) 420-6185.

Kids Night at Bobby’s Frozen Custard, 5/23, 7-9pm, 2525 N Center St. (Rt 159), Maryville. Silly Jilly, bubbles, movie, and popcorn. Free event! For more info on upcoming Kids’ Nights and Summer Concerts, go to bobbysfrozencustard.com/concerts-events.

Music in the Park, every Thursday, May 26th-Aug. 11th, 7-8pm, Bethalto Central Park. The concerts are free and are held at the band stand in Central Park. Bench seating is available and lawn chairs are encouraged. Concessions can be purchased for $1. For schedule of music events, go to www.facebook.com/BethaltoSpirit.

Lebanon City Wide Yard Sales, June 4th, 7am-1pm. Sponsored by the Lebanon Woman’s Club. Map will be available online the evening of June 3, 2022, and link published on the LWC Facebook page. Paper maps will be available the morning of the yard sale outside of the Lebanon Visitors’ Center at 221 W. St Louis St.

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All Movies in the Park events are free and family friendly. Bring your own blanket, lawn chair, snacks & drinks and enjoy a movie under the stars!

Encanto • • • •

May 20th, Glazebrook Park Baseball Diamonds, Godfrey June 18th, Drost Park, Maryville June 25th, City Park, Edwardsville August 12th, O’Fallon Community Park, Fields 4 & 5

Sing 2 • June 10th, Horner Park, Lebanon • August 26th, Glazebrook Park, Godfrey • October 7th, O’Fallon Community Park

Space Jam- A New Legacy • June 24th, Glazebrook Park Baseball Diamonds, Godfrey

Sandlot • July 15th, Citizen’s Park Belleville • July 16th, City Park, Edwardsville

Spiderman: No Way Home • July 23rd, Drost Park, Maryville • September 9th, O’Fallon Community Park, Fields 4 & 5

Finding Nemo • Sept. 17th, City Park, Edwardsville

The Greatest Showman • August 13th, City Park, Edwardsville

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Want to make the most out of your Summer?

Be sure to save the dates to attend these upcoming Homecomings and Festivals!

International Horseradish Festival June 3rd & 4th 11am -10pm on W. Main St, Collinsville. Come to Collinsville to be a part of the fest devoted to all things horseradish. Learn how to prepare your own horseradish, join in on classic Horseradish Festival Contests, visit the Craft Village, or just sample the food and listen to the live music. There’s also a 5k, car show and plenty of kids' activities. For more info, go to internationalhorseradishfestival.com.

Edwardsville Bonifest June 4th, 8:30am-10:30pm. The annual Bonifest takes place at St. Boniface Parish in Edwardsville at the intersection of Vandalia and Buchanan streets. The event begins with the Run for Bonifest 5K and 3K marathons at 8:30 AM and rolls into a full day of carnival rides, live music, food, vendors, raffles, a beer tent, and more! For info and updates, go to facebook.com/stb.bonifest.

Schwiezerfest 2022 June 10th -12th, 1115 Broadway, Downtown Highland Square. Parade, rides, food, live entertainment, bags and washer tournament, 5k, and lots of FUN! For more info, go to facebook.com/HighlandJaycees.

Edwardsville Route 66 Festival June 11th, 10am-11:30pm, Edwardsville City Park. Lots of fun for everyone: 10k run, live music, kids' zone, car show, food, drinks and shopping. You will not want to miss it! For more info, go to edwardsvilleroute66.com.

Glen Carbon Homecoming June 17th & 18th, South Main St, in front of Miner Park and the Glen Carbon Centennial Library. Begins Friday at 5pm. 5k/1k run and parade Saturday morning. Other activities include climbing wall for kids, vendors, rides, games food and refreshments. Live music Friday and Saturday night at 7pm.

Marine Homecoming June 24th & 25th. Parade, food, rides, bingo, live music. Sponsored by the Marine Lion’s Club. For more info, go to facebook.com/marinelionsclub/.

Maryville Fireman’s Homecoming July 8th & 9th, 300 North Donk St, Maryville. There will be live bands, rides, games and food both days. The children’s parade, that runs both days, is one of the largest children’s parade in the area. Follow their Facebook page for more updates, facebook.com/maryvillefire.

St. Jacob Homecoming July 15th & 16 Douglas and 2nd Street. This year’s parade theme is “Back to the 80’s.” There will also be rides, food, live music by Shotgun Creek band and dancing in the streets.

Party At The Beach Festival At Pontoon Beach August 5th & 6th, 4pm-11:45pm, Randall D. Dalton Veteran’s Park 5111 Hwy 111, Pontoon Beach. Carnival rides, food and drink booths, and several live music guests: BUMP, Freebird USA (music of Lynyrd Skynrd), The Outlaws, and Randy Houser. www.metroeastmessenger.com

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Mascoutah Homecoming Und August Fest Aug. 6th, 7 & 8th, Scheve Park. Big parades, food, drinks, 4-H events, tractor pulls, car show, live music, rides and games. Invite your friends and family out for one of the biggest and best events in Southern Illinois.

Alton Food Truck Festival August 27th, 4-8pm. The City of Alton is partnering with Sauce Magazine to welcome the annual Alton Food Truck Festival to the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater. Each food trucks will offer a different global street cuisine. Live music performed by The Breakdown Shakedown will be played on the Amphitheater’s stage. For more information call the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater at 800-258-6645

Italian Fest

Sept. 16th-17th, 102 E. Main St, Collinsville. This annual street festival, which began in 1984, celebrates everything Italian with signature events like the Grape Stomp, Bocce Tournament and, of course, authentic Italian food. There’s also a 5k, parade, continuous live music, craft fair and children’s area. For a full list of events and activities (still being confirmed), go to italianfest.net.

Street Art Festival September 17th, 11am -7pm, Highland Square. Check out the Annual Street Art Festival where the streets are transformed into an artist's canvas! Visitors can stroll the streets watching artists create masterpieces right on the pavement using chalks. For more info, go to highlandartscouncil.org/street-artfestival-chalk-art/.

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Upcoming Local Events The Melting Pot Market, June 4th, 10am-2pm, Civic Park, Downtown Granite City. The Melting Pot Market venue features local art and crafts, an assortment of collector's items, locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, jams, jellies, and other assorted food items. Kid's activities, and family friendly activities add to the festival atmosphere. To become a vendor, contact Kim at 618-570-9806. Future dates: June 4th, July 2nd, Aug. 6th, Sept. 3rd, Oct. 1st.

Yoga in Leclaire Park, June 4th (every Saturday June-Sept), 8am, 900 Hale Ave, Edwardsville. Yoga in the Park is open to people of all experience levels and is entirely free. All you need to bring is a yoga mat, water, bug spray and a blanket to put under your mat if the grass is wet on Saturday mornings. Yoga in the Park is brought to you by the City of Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department and Donna Bartley.

Back on the Farm, June 5th, 1-4pm, Granite City Township Hall. Hosted by the Granite City Seniors Social Club. Doors open at Noon. Enjoy a catered meal, comedy show, 50/50, prizes, raffle, and vendors. Performance and dancing with instruction to follow. Everyone is welcome! Members $13, nonmembers $15. For tickets, call Diana (618)444-6771 or stop by the Granite City Senior Club, bingos, or township office.

Royal Meet & Greet at the Park, June 11th, 9:30-11:30am, Joe Glik Park, Edwardsville. Brittain’s Princess Parties invites you to join us for a Royal Meet & Greet at the Park with three of our most popular characters, Ice Queen, Rapunzel, and Spider Hero. Children are welcome to dress in their favorite royal or hero attire. This event is FREE to your whole family (tips and donations will be accepted).

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Upcoming Local Events St. Louis Mega Car Show, June 11th, 12-7pm, 1 Riverfront Dr, Alton. This is an organized judged competition at the beautiful Alton Amphitheater. There will be live entertainment, DJ's, community awareness platform, vendors, food, face painting and balloon artist in the kids area where they will be a part of the festivities with their own race with Hot Wheels cars and a Power Wheel race.

Peanut Butter & Jam Festival, Every Friday, June 17th- Aug. 12th, 11:30am-1pm, Downtown Square, Highland. Join us for food, fun and entertainment for all ages. FREE peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and popcorn are provided. Several vendors will on hand as well and would appreciate your support. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy the fun! For more information, please call 618-651-1386.

Children’s Art in the Park, every Saturday beginning June 18th-July, City Park, Edwardsville. Arts in the Park provides a unique & vibrant arts experience for children. Because the art classes are formatted to allow kids to work at their own pace, they are suitable for kids 4 years to 10(ish) years old. Free event.

Yard Sale/ Open Air Market, June 18th 8am, Old Six Mile Historical Society, 3279 Maryville Rd, Granite City. Yard sale items of all kinds. One person’s trash, is another person’s treasure! Artist’s an artisans of all kinds, Hand maid items. Food an entertainment.

June Skyview Craft Fair, June 25th, 10am-3pm, Skyview Drive-in Movie Theatre, 5700 N Belt W, Belleville. We are hosting 3 outdoor craft fair/food truck gatherings at Skyview Drive-In. There is no entrance fee for shoppers. The last craft fair of the year will be Oct. 1st. www.metroeastmessenger.com

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Upcoming Local Events July Bash, July 2nd, 11am-9pm, Collinsville American Legion Post 365. Something for everyone! Free Admission! Car Cruise, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Kids Games, Face Painting, Fire and Police Vehicles on site, Adult Games, Beer Truck, Corn Hole Tournament at 12pm, Music, Food, and a Huge Craft Show. All ages Welcome! Call 3456-2508 to get more information.

13th Annual Ice Cream Social, July 10th 3-6pm, Central Park, 633 N Wood River Ave, Wood River. The Ice Cream Social is co-sponsored by the City of Wood River & the Wood River Women’s Club.

Gateway Wedding Show, July 24th, 1-4:30pm, Gateway Convention Center. The Gateway Wedding Show takes the stress out of planning your next event! In just a few hours, you can meet more vendors than you could visit in a month. We bring you a face-to-face samplings of virtually everything you'll need to plan your perfect event!

Shakespeare in the Park ​“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, Aug. 20th, 8pm, City Park, Edwardsville. The Festival’s 20-yearold touring program returns for the second time as the free and outdoor public park tour, TOURCO, throughout Missouri and Illinois with A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Enjoy the imaginative story at night beneath the summer stars! Free event.

30th Anniversary D.A.R.E. Car Show, Aug. 21st, 12-4pm, Edwardsville High School. Vehicle Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. Entry fee is $15 to have your vehicle judged and $10 to display your vehicle. Awards will be at 4 p.m. inside the high school cafeteria. All activities being at 12:00 p.m. and is free to spectators. Join us for food, entertainment, 50/50 and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the local D.A.R.E program.

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Orange Shrimp Quinoa Bowls No matter if you’re searching for a healthy family dinner, a quick lunch at home or an easy idea to meal prep for the week ahead, this Orange Shrimp Quinoa Bowl is perfect for seafood lovers who also enjoy a hint of spice. Find more wholesome and healthy recipes at Culinary.net.

Orange Shrimp Quinoa Bowls Serves: 2 1 cup quinoa 1 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon hot sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon soy sauce 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon white miso ¼ cup butter 1 ½ pounds shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 cucumber, sliced into half moons 5 green onions, sliced 1 avocado, sliced 1 teaspoon sesame seeds 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside.

In medium bowl, whisk orange juice, hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lime juice and miso until combined. Pour one-quarter of liquid into separate bowl. Set aside. Add shrimp to remaining mixture and marinate 15 minutes.

Heat large skillet over medium heat with butter. Add shrimp, salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes on each side until pink. Add mushrooms and cook until tender.

In two serving bowls, divide quinoa, bell pepper, cucumber, onions, avocado and shrimp. Sprinkle sesame seeds and cilantro over both bowls. Drizzle with reserved dressing.

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