Local Events and Things To Do Yard Sale and Open-Air Market! June 22nd, 2019, 7am-3pm. Old Six Mile Museum, 3279 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL. Yard sale items, sundries, live music, and food vendors to take care of your munchies! Parking available at the Twigs building across the street (formerly a church). Stay for tours of the museum! Booth Rentals to benefit the Old Six Mile Museum. Free Fishing Lessons, June 25th or June 27th, 911am, at Leclaire lake, 900 Hale Ave, Edwardsville, IL. The Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to offer youth up to age 15 free fishing lessons at Leclaire Lake Park! There are 2 classes to choose from, each 2 hours in length. We ask that all children be accompanied by an adult, but no equipment is necessary! Classes will be taught by an IDNR representative. Registration online at https://secure.rec1.com/IL/edwardsvilleil/catalog.
Alton
July 3rd
Alton Riverfront Amphitheater, #1 Henry Street, Alton, IL
Godfrey Grafton
July 4th July 6th
Glazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Lane, Godfrey IL Grafton Riverfront, Water Street, Grafton, IL
Granite City
July 4th
Patriots in the Park, 2900 Benton St. Granite City, IL
Highland
July 4th
Glik Park, 12525 Sportsman Road, Highland, IL
Mascoutah
July 4th
Scheve Park, Harnett St & Harper Road, Mascoutah, IL
O'Fallon
July 7th
Family Sports Park, 301 Obernuefemann Rd, O'Fallon, IL
Troy
July 4th
Tri Township Park, 410 Wickliffe St., Troy, IL
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Local Events and Things To Do (Continued) Fairview Heights Annual Ice Cream Social, June 28th, 6-8pm at Moody Park, 525 S Ruby Ln, Fairview Heights, IL. This is a free event hosted by Fairview Heights Parks and Recreation. Bring your family to meet the friendly parks staff as well as our heroes from the Fairview Heights Fire Department.
Fishing Derby at Leclaire Lake, June 29th, 10am-12pm. Leclaire Lake, 900 Hale Ave, Edwardsville, IL. All kids are invited to bring their fishing pole and bait to Leclaire Lake Park for the Leclaire Lake Fishing Derby. This derby is designed for youth up to 15 years old, accompanied by an adult. Our generous sponsors: Walgreens and Sonic have made it possible for the Parks Department to provide prizes for those participants who catch the biggest fish and the most fish. Prizes this year will be trophies donated by BJs Printables. Registration for the Leclaire Lake Fishing Derby begins at 9:30 a.m. by the gazebo. From 10:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. a representative from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will start the day off right with a presentation on fishing safety along with some great tips on how to catch “The Big One.” Then it’s on to the fishing! Participants have an hour and a half to catch as many fish as they can and once the air horn blows at 11:45 a.m. the fish will be counted, and prizes given out. Fee: FREE Heritage Day, June 29th, 2019, 12-5pm. City of Fairview Heights, 10025 Bunkum Rd, Fairview Heights, IL. Join us at City Hall for another 50th Celebration event on Saturday, June 29th for crafts, vendors, inflatables, petting zoo, food, beverages, and music by the Bob Hemmer Band! Fun for the whole family! For more info, go to http://bit.ly/2L2hWJF.
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Local Farmers Markets Alton Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Sat. 8am-12pm and Wed. 47pm. At the corner of Landmarks Blvd. and Henry St, Alton, IL.
Land of Goshen Sat., 8am-12pm. 100 St Louis Community Market Street, Edwardsville, IL.
Maryville Farmers Market
Thurs., 4-7pm. Fireman's Park, 300 N Donk Ave, Maryville, IL. (And once a month in Collinsville. See schedule: https://maryvilleilfarmersmarket .org/)
Vine Street Market at Sat., 8am-12pm. 212 East 1st St, O'Fallon Station O'Fallon, IL. Belleville's Old Town Sat., 7:30am-12pm. 1st Block of Farmers Market South Charles, Belleville, IL
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Local Events and Things To Do (Continued) Madison County TRIAD Pet Fair 2019, June 29th, 2019, 9am-12pm, Madison County Health Dept. 101 E. Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL. The Madison County TRIAD is excited to be hosting its first pet fair. We will be offering discounted micro chipping, vaccinations, pet adoptions, and many other great “petcentric� offers and opportunities! Come join us for a fun morning of enjoying pets and community. Sorry no exotic animals. Dogs and cats must be crated or leashed. More exciting announcements to come! This event is all ages and free to the public. Kayaking for a Day at Drost Park, July 6th, 2019, 12-5pm at Drost Park, Schriber Ct., Maryville, IL. Come out and Kayak with us for FREE on July 6th from noon to 5pm at Drost Park in Maryville IL. We provide the boats, gear, safety personnel, all we need is you. Pre-registration is required by calling 618-7728555. You will be assigned an hour during the day to kayak. There will be a short Safety Orientation, then you will pick a life jacket, a paddle, a boat, and launch onto the lake. Safety boaters will be on the lake to assist you. We have a variety of kayaks for you to choose from and a limited number of paddle boards also. Boaters less than 10 years of age are not allowed to kayak solo. We do have a minimum number of tandems that an adult and child can share. Registration is on a first come first serve basis, so sign up right away. Go http://bit.ly/30UV6Jc for a map to Drost Park.
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Restaurant Directory Restaurant Name
Address
Other Features
Website
American/Bar & Grill Glazy Squares Glazy Squares Honeydip Bake Shop Huddle Bar & Grill
L.C.'s Pub
Lottie's Café
Mady's
Peel Wood Fired Pizza
The Wooden Nickel Pub & Grill Time Out Sports Bar & Grill
Woody'z Pub & Grill
(618) 692-5242, 443 S www.facebook.com/GlazySquar Buchanan St, Edwardsville, IL Dine In/Pastries/Coffee esdonuts/ 62025 (618) 344-0200, 410 Beltline Rd, www.facebook.com/GlazySquar Drive Thru/Dine In/Pastries/Coffee Collinsville, IL 62234 esdonuts/ (618) 288-4406, 443 S Buchanan Custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies and www.facebook.com/HoneydipC St, Edwardsville, IL 62025 more. akes/ (618) 855-8555, 1101 Caseyville Carryout/Catering/Patio/Happy Road, Suite J, Caseyville, IL Hour/Daily Specials/Gaming/Occasional 62232 Live Music (618) 855-9007, 605 N. Main Street, Caseyville, IL 62232
Carryout/Patio/Happy Hour/Daily Specials/Gaming/Karaoke Every Other Friday
www.huddlebarandgrill.com
www.facebook.com/LCs-Pub
(618) 223-8253, 1099 Belt Line Carryout/Catering/Daily www.facebook.com/LottiesRoad, Suite D, Collinsville, IL Specials/Gaming/Occasional Live Music Cafe 62234 623 Edwardsville Road Troy, Illinois Bar/Casino Mady's Facebook Page (618) 505-7188 921 S. Arbor Vitae Order Online/Carryout/Patio/Brewery/ Edwardsville, IL 62025 www.peelpizza.com Seasonal Specials (618)659-8561 104 S. Cherry St. Order Online/Carryout/Patio/Brewery/ O'Fallon, IL 62269 www.peelpizza.com Seasonal Specials (618)726-2244 171 S. Main Street Patio/Carryout/Happy Hour/Daily https://www.facebook.com/Wo Glen Carbon, IL Specials/Occasional Live Music odenNickelGlenCarbon/ (618) 288-2141 111 W Market St, Troy, IL 62294 Carryout/Daily Specials/Happy (618) 667-2221 Hour/Gaming/Occasional Live Music www.timeoutsportsbargrill.com https://www.facebook.com/Wo 100 S. Long Street, Caseyville, IL Carryout/Daily Specials/Happy odyz-Pub-Grill(618) 344-3218 Hour/Gaming/Occasional Live Music 1471695363047851/
Asian China King (Edwardsville) China King (Troy)
(618) 692-1888, 1063 S State Rt. www.edwardsvillechinaking.co Dine in/Carry Out/Order Online/Delivery 157, Edwardsville, IL 62025 m (618) 667-8886, 535 Troy Ave Dine in/Carry Out See Menu #537, Troy, IL 62294
Mexican Mariachi's Mexican Restaurant
Zapata's Mexican Restaurant
(618) 236-9492, 400 S Illinois St, Carryout/Catering/Daily Belleville, IL 62220 Specials/Gaming/ Party Room (618) 288-6300, 2922 N Center Carryout/Catering/Daily Specials/Party St, Maryville, IL 62062 Room (618) 476-6223, 717 W Carryout/Order On Line/Catering/Daily Washington St, Millstadt, IL Specials/Gaming/Party Room 62260 Lunch Buffet/Carry Out/Catering/Daily (618) 343-1337, 8 Eastport Specials/Party Room/Karaoke Every Plaza Drive, Collinsville, IL 62234 Other Friday (618) 277-5474, 4660 N Illinois Lunch Buffet/Carry Out/Catering/Daily Street, Fairview Heights, IL Specials/Party Room/Karaoke Every 62208 Other Friday
www.mariachismexfood.com www.mariachismexfood.com
www.mariachismexfood.com
www.zapatasmexican.com
www.zapatasmexican.com
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Business Directory Gas & Convenience
Circle K
Handee Mart Huck's Convenient Food Store Moto Mart
7900 N Illinois St, Caseyville, IL 62232 2233 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234 301 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 344-1286 (618) 344-1352 (618) 624-6013
6559 IL-162, Maryville, IL 62062
(618) 288-7920
826 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 632-2177
1242 Thouvenot Ln, Shiloh, IL 62269
(618) 622-2220
411 N Main St, Caseyville, IL 62232 (618) 344-3667 1029 Lincoln Hwy, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 702 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 632-4807 (618) 345-9777
www.circlek.com
https://www.facebook.com/hand eemartcaseyville/ www.hucks.com www.shell.com
970 US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 622-0630
Shell
1011 W US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 632-2787
https://find.shell.com
TA
819 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294
(618) 667-9931
www.ta-petro.com
Chelsey Reed-Hair Designer & Makeup Artist
2400 N Center St Maryville, Illinois
(618) 410-0882
www.facebook.com/chereedhairst ylist
Chiropractic Works
410 Regency Ctr, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 477-8364
www.chiropracticworkscollinsville. com
DogWatch Hidden Fences
Email: Alan@dogwatchofillinois.com
(618) 692-9131
www.dogwatchofillinois.com
(618) 622-4977
www.edwardjones.com/denisearendell
Retail & Services
Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Denise Arendell Lonnie's Liquors
303 Fountains Parkway, Suite 210 Fairview Heights, IL 62208 denise.arendell@edwardjones.co m 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
The Autobody Shop
6665 Center Grove Rd Edwardsville IL, 62025
(618) 656-6545 (24 Hour Towing after hours (618) 593-7603)
www.theautobodyshop.net
Xtreme Green Synthetic Turf
Email: Alan@xgreensynthetic.com
(314) 241-8873
www.xgreensynthetic.com
Mike's Automotive
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.wyndhamhotels.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 Wingate by Wyndham
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
Movies In The Park Belleville
Lego Movie 2, 9/13/19
Laderman Park, 1105 Mascoutah Ave, Belleville, IL
Collinsville
Hotel Transylvania 3, 6/22/19
223 W Main St, Collinsville, IL
Edwardsville
Lego Movie 2, 7/13/19
City Park, 101 S Buchanan St, Small Foot, 8/3/19 Edwardsville, IL
Wonder Park, 9/7/19
Maryville
How to Train Your Dragon 2, 7/27/19
Drost Park, 46-98 Schiber Ct, Maryville, IL
A Dog's Way Home, 8/10/19
Troy
Ferris Bueller's Day Off, 8/2/19
Tri-Township Park, 410 Wickliffe St. Troy, IL
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Local Events and Things To Do (Continued) The Melting Pot Market, July 6th, 2019, 10am-3pm. Civic Park, 1301-1323 Niedringhaus Ave, Granite City, IL. 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. Live Music: Local Favorites: 10am-11:45 - Spillie Nelson and 12pm-3pm - Scott and Mechelle. Kid's activities, and family friendly activities add to the festival atmosphere. Join your friends and neighbors in discovering what the revitalized downtown area has to offer! Tour de Belleville, July 12th, 2019, 8pm-11pm, 101 S. Illinois St. Belleville, IL. The Tour de Belleville is an annual community bicycling event raising fund for safety/maintenance equipment and providing a quality recreational opportunity for individuals and families in our community. For more information, go to http://bit.ly/2XgKJAL. Maryville Firemen’s Homecoming, July 12th-13th, 2019. 300 N. Donk, Maryville IL. The parade will be Friday @ 7PM and Saturday @ 6PM, brought to you by the Maryville Women’s Auxiliary. This year’s theme is "Around the World.” Live music by Lanny & Julie and The Blue Marlin Band. There will also be rides, games and food! Advance tickets will be available at all Maryville banks and up at Town Hall, $18 per sheet of 20. Proceeds from the homecoming go to fund the Maryville Fire Department so that we can keep providing a great service to our community!
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Local Events and Things To Do (Continued) Code 3 Spices 2019 Smokin on Main, July 27th-28th, Main Street Collinsville. The City of Collinsville is shutting down Main St. for the 3rd year in a row! Code 3 Spices - www.code3spices.com is hosting its 3rd annual Smokin' on Main BBQ Competition and Festival! Join professional and backyard teams from all around the St Louis area. There will be the top BBQ food and drink vendors from near and far, and great entertainment from local groups! ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE COLLINSVILLE FOOD PANTRY & THE U.S. VETERANS FOUNDATION. Inaugural Wooden Nickel Golf Tournament, July 27th and 28th, 2019, 10am. Arlington Greens Golf Course, 200 Arlington Dr, Granite City, IL. Saturday, July 27th shotgun start @ 10am. Sunday, July 28th shotgun start @ 9am. $240 / team, $1500 per flight based on full field, $1000 donation to local charity, $20 / team skins each day. Contact Arlington Greens at (618) 931-5232. Troy Family Year of Fun Back-to-School Movie Night, August 2nd, 2019, 6-10pm, Tri-Township Park District, 410 Wickliffe St. Troy, IL. We will be showing the classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off at dusk! We will have tons of great entertainment from 6pm to 8pm including bounce houses, face painters, characters, and much more! Free hotdogs/hamburgers, water, chips while supplies last! Vendors will be giving out school supplies to all children(K-8th). Child must be present to get school supplies. Event starts at 6pm. Line will form at 5:30pm. Hosted by Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce. For more info, go to http://bit.ly/2FlUVgT. 11
Flag Kebab Cake (Family Features) There’s no time like a hot summer picnic to let your patriotic spirit show. This all-American snacks featuring a classic favorite fruit – watermelon – are the perfect solution for nearly any summertime celebration. Watermelon is a patriotic picnic staple for countless reasons, not the least of which is that it’s a beloved treat that many people associate with memories from childhood. However, nostalgia isn’t the only reason adults are just as likely to gravitate toward watermelon at a summer event. Its sweet, cool and refreshing flavor also makes it a favorite for all ages. From a practical standpoint, watermelon is also quite portable, versatile and easy to serve, and with a composition of 92% water, it’s a simple way to sneak in some extra hydration on a hot day. Another benefit is its value; watermelon is one of the best values in the produce section among fruit, and just one watermelon can feed up to three dozen people. Serving watermelon at a party can be as simple as slicing wedges, or you can prepare a showstopper dessert like this Flag Kebab Cake.
Flag Kebab Cake Ingredients: 1 Pint fresh, washed blackberries 12 Wooden skewers 1 Seedless watermelon, flesh cut into 1-inch cubes 1 Angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (white part only) Dips, such as yogurt, chocolate, caramel or marshmallow (optional) Directions: Thread five blackberries on each of five skewers, followed by alternating watermelon and cake cubes.
On remaining skewers, alternate watermelon and cake so first and last cubes are watermelon. Place skewers on platter; fruit and cake will create stars and stripes when lined properly. Serve with dips, if desired. Source: National Watermelon Promotion Board 12
Local Events and Things To Do (Continued) Archaeology Day, August 3rd, 2019, 10am-4pm, Cahokia Mounds World Heritage Site, 30 Ramey Dr, Collinsville, IL. This is an annual event featuring ancient craft demonstrations, archaeological techniques, artifact processing, tours of excavations, and several hands-on activities. This educational event allows visitors to learn more about archaeology from excavation methods to experimental archaeology. Skilled crafts persons will demonstrate bow and arrow making, flintknapping and tool use, pottery making, primitive skills, stone carving, finger weaving and fiber spinning, and more. Visitors can also try playing the chunkey game or throwing spears with an atlatl spear thrower. This is a free event. St. Louis Food Truck St. LouisianaQ will be here to serve their fine St. Louis/Louisiana fusion foods! For more info, go to https://cahokiamounds.org/. 4th Annual Balloon Glow, August 17th, 2019 3-10:30pm, Staunton Fireman’s Park, 900-998 Montgomery St, Staunton, IL. Come enjoy the 4th annual balloon glow August 17th from 3:00- 10:30pm. Free activities for the children, LOTS of food and drinks available. Tethered rides will start in the late afternoon, Balloons will glow at dark. Midwest Wing Fest Car Cruise 2019, August 31st, 2019, 12-4 pm. St. Clair Square, 134 St. Clair Square, Fairview Heights, IL. There will be attendance prizes, dash plaques to the first 150 vehicles and a 50/50. Please no outside food/drinks, pets or loud music. There will be food, drinks and live music at the show. Go to https://midwestwingfest.com/ for more info.
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At The Metro East Messenger, we love to highlight local small businesses that we think you should know about. In this issue we are featuring Time Out Sports Bar And Grill in Troy, IL. Time Out Sports Bar and Grill has been a staple of the community for 7 years. They are very active in the local community and are known for hosting several fundraisers and events for local organizations, youth and school sports. They also host the Troy Dart League and are huge supporters of the St. Louis Blues! Their menu has a large selection of appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, salads and nachos. Their prices are very reasonable (compared to some of the area franchise restaurants) and the quality is excellent! Their staff is always friendly and ready to serve you. You can also order your food online! Time Out Sports Bar and Grill is a great place to meet friends, socialize and enjoy a great meal for lunch or dinner. We highly recommend you check them out!
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Great Food and Friendly Staff 2 Free To Play Pool Tables 6 Electronic Dart Boards Wide Variety Of Video Poker Machines 6 TVs and One Big Screen Private Party Room Newly Renovated Patio!
Mention The Metro East Messenger
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Daily Specials MONDAY -2LBS OF WINGS $12.50 TACO TUESDAY -Tacos $1.50 -Margaritas $2 WHISKEY WEDNESDAYS -1Lb Boneless Wings $3.99 THIRSTY THURSDAY -Football Wings bone-in $12.50
FRIDAY -Domestic Cans $1.25 -Long Island/Beach Tea $3.99 -2 Tilapia Tacos with Fries $3.99 SATURDAY -BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos $6.25 SUNDAY FUNDAY -2lbs of Wings $12.50 -BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos $6.25 -Bloody Marys $3
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