TOPS will meet every Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Mulberry Grove. Weigh-in is from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. with the meeting from 5:30 – 6:00. Please park in the back and use the east door. For more information, call 326-8347.
The Women and Infants Center at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese is offering classes on childbirth, breastfeeding, newborns, baby and toddler care, and siblings during May and June. Registration is required. For class details including dates and times, call 526-5464.
Luminaries are available for purchase for $10.00 each to benefit the Bond County Relay for Life. You may order luminaries from Jane at 664-0703 or at any Relay for Life event.
Come to Patriot’s Park Wednesday, July 4 for the final Greenville Muny Band concert of the 2012 summer season. The concert starts at 6:00 p.m.
An adult scavenger hunt is planned for Saturday, July 14 to benefit the Bond County Relay for Life. Teams may sign-in at 6:30 a.m. at Lenjos in Pocahontas. The cost is $10.00 per person with a minimum of three persons per team. There will also be a chicken dinner at Lenjos, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. and a silent auction. The band “Rug Burns” will entertain. For more information, call Emily at 531-4412.
The Sexual Assault and Family Emergencies (SAFE) charity golf tournament luncheon is Wednesday, July 18, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Vandalia Moose Lodge. The cost is $10.00 and reservations are requested by July 9.
On Saturday, August 11th, the 35 year reunion for the Greenville High School Graduation Class of 1977 will be held at Michael’s Restaurant in Highland. A social hour featuring appetizers will begin at 5:00pm, and dinner will be served at 7:00pm. Invitations have already been sent out, so if you haven’t gotten one, call Kim Nesbit Wilson at 664-6968.
May 2012
The Patoka Civic Center has canceled all Friday night dances until further notice.
19th, Saturday
The St. Jacob Lions Club is hosting bingo every Saturday, through May 19, from 5:30 – 10:00 p.m., at the St. Jacob Activity Center. Food is provided and proceeds support the Lions Club activities. For more information, call Richard at 644-5744. Bingo license number – B-02151
Bond County Challenger Baseball, a league for disabled children, is having a fund raising bazaar Saturday, May 19, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Greenville. Several activities are planned and there will be food, a bake sale, and vendor sales. For more information, call 367-6114.
The first ever Greenville city-wide yard sale is Friday – Sunday, May 18, 19, and 20. The City of Greenville is coordinating the event and will provide maps. There is no cost to participate or to be included on the map. Registration forms will be available at the Greenville Municipal Building, Chamber of Commerce Office, Greenville Public Library and the city’s website. Forms must be returned to the municipal building by 5:00 p.m. Monday, May 14 to be included on the map. Maps will be available Monday, May 17. For more information, call 664-1644.
The First Christian Church Relay for Life Team is sponsoring a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Saturday, May 19, at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Tickets for “Death in Them There Hills” are $10.00 per person and are available at the church, Watsons Drug Store, Bradford National Bank, and National Bank. Come enjoy an evening of suspense and good food. The main course of pulled pork will be prepared by Wes Pourchot. For more information, call the church office.
The 7th annual Bond County Habitat for Humanity Bluegrass in the Park is Saturday, May 19, from noon – 8:00 p.m., at Patriot’s Park. There is no admission charge. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy bluegrass music with groups Rural Rights Revival, Jagged Grass, Big Spike Hammer, and The Red Haired Boys. Food and beverages will be available. Proceeds support Bond County Habitat for Humanity. For more information, call Russel at 791-8784.
A fund raiser for Marvin Green of Sorento, who has been diagnosed with cancer, is scheduled for Saturday, May 19 at the Sorento Municipal Building. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the event starts at 7:00. For more information, call Barb at 217-272- 4603.
20th, Sunday
The first ever Greenville city-wide yard sale is Friday – Sunday, May 18, 19, and 20. The City of Greenville is coordinating the event and will provide maps. There is no cost to participate or to be included on the map. Registration forms will be available at the Greenville Municipal Building, Chamber of Commerce Office, Greenville Public Library and the city’s website. Forms must be returned to the municipal building by 5:00 p.m. Monday, May 14 to be included on the map. Maps will be available Monday, May 17. For more information, call 664-1644.
21st, Monday
Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is sponsoring a 100th Anniversary Golf Classic Monday, May 21 at the Gateway National Golf Links in Madison, Illinois. The entry fee is $200.00 per golfer which includes lunch, dinner, greens fees, practice balls, and contests. Registration is from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. with a shotgun start at 12:30. For more information or to register, call Emily at 692-0692.
There will be a gardening calendar telenet Thursday, May 24, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bond County Extension Office in Greenville. This is a free program but you are asked to register by May 21. To register, call the Extension office at 664-3665.
Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger, Pervasive Development Disorder or similar disorders are invited to meet Monday, May 21, at 7:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph’s Hospital HealthPlex classroom. There is no charge to attend this support group meeting and registration is requested. For more information or to register, call 526-8830.
22nd, Tuesday
23rd, Wednesday
The St. Mary Church Trenton Ladies Sodality is hosting a card party Wednesday, May 23, starting at 1:00 p.m., at the parish center. They will be playing Pinochle, Euchre, and Bunco. Homemade pies and drinks will be served and everyone is welcome.
The next Bond County Historical Society business meeting is Tuesday, May 22 at Funderburk’s Grill and Deli in Pocahontas. Supper is at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7:00.
24th, Thursday
A Relay for Life fund raiser event is scheduled for Thursday, May 24. “Tips for a Cure” is from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Vandalia Sonic. Spongebob, Hello Kitty, Mickey, and Minnie will be there for pictures with anyone who makes a donation. Bring the kids.
25th, Friday
26th, Saturday
The Keyesport Fire Department third annual barbeque is Saturday, May 26, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Keyesport Boat Ramp under the pavilion. The menu includes pork steaks, brats, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, and desserts.
Team Roctochem is hosting a Relay for Life fund raiser. “Fight for a Cure” is scheduled for Friday, May 26, at Los Amigos, starting at 8:00 p.m. The cost is $10.00 per person and all proceeds go to Bond County Relay for Life. All attendees must be at least 16 years old.
27th, Sunday
A Coal Miners Memorial Breakfast is Sunday, May 27, from 7:00 a.m. – noon at the Panama Community Center. The menu includes biscuits & gravy, sausage, pancakes, and drink. Advance tickets are $6.00 for adults and $3.50 for children age 12 and younger. Tickets at the door are one dollar higher. Children under three may eat free. Carry-outs are available. For tickets or more information, call Joe at 537-3232.
A community reception to honor Father Vic is Sunday, May 27, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the St. Lawrence Church Fellowship Hall. Father Vic has been a Priest in the Catholic Church for fifty years and is currently serving the St. Lawrence Church in Greenville. Everyone is invited.
A celebration of Libby Nevinger’s life and benefit for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, hosted by her family and friends, is scheduled for Sunday, May 27 at the Greenville Country Club. The Celebration of Life is from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and the Paul Bonn Band will play from 8:00 – midnight. Finger foods will be provided. Dress casually.
28th, Monday
The Greenville Municipal Band will be in concert Monday, May 28, at 10:00 a.m. at Montrose Cemetery for their Memorial Day Service.
29th, Tuesday
30th, Wednesday
31st, Thursday
You may hear the Greenville Municipal Band Thursday, May 31, at the Kiwanis Ice Cream Social at the First Presbyterian Church. The concert starts at 7:00 p.m.
June 2012
1st, Friday
The Bond County Humane Society is having a fund raising golf scramble Friday, June 8, at Governor’s Run Golf Course in Carlyle. The entry fee is $80.00 per golfer which includes greens fees, cart, and meals. Registration and a light lunch are at noon, tee time is 1:00 p.m., and dinner is at 5:30. The registration deadline is June 1. For more information or to register, call Rachel at 664-4068.
The 2012 Bond County Relay for Life is June 1-2, at the Bond County Fairgrounds with the theme “Reality Relay.” The opening ceremony is at 6:00 p.m. with the survivor lap at 6:45. The luminaria ceremony is at dusk followed by the fight back ceremony. Campsites, food stands, and entertainment will reflect several different reality theme shows with an atmosphere for the whole family to enjoy.
The 17th annual Alhambra Homecoming is Friday and Saturday, June 1-2 at the Alhambra Park. The parade Friday starts at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday at 6:00. The Jimmy Miller Band plays Friday at 8:00 p.m. and Buffalo Road Saturday, at 8:00. There will be food, drinks, and games. For more information, call Patty at 488-7020.
Comets boys basketball is having an “All Night with the Comets,” Friday, June 1 at the Greenville High School gym. The one-night clinic and lock-in is for boys entering the first through seventh grades. The cost is $25.00 and the clinic is from 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 1 through 8:00 a.m. Saturday, June 2. For more information, call Todd Cantrill at 664-9284.
2nd, Saturday
Join Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois for the Thin Mint Sprint half-marathon, 5K run/walk, or 1-mile fun run, Saturday, June 2 at the Southern Illinois University Technology and Management Center in Edwardsville. Entry fees vary based on registration deadlines. For information concerning fees and deadlines, call Emily at 1-800-345-6858.
The “Jeff Brown for Sheriff” Golf Scramble is Saturday, June 2 at the Greenville Country Club. Tee off is at 8:00 a.m. and noon. There is an eighteen team maximum in the afternoon. The cost is $85.00 per golfer and you are to make your own teams. Lunch and drinks will be provided.
The Mulberry Grove High School Alumni Banquet is Saturday, June 2. A social hour starts at 5:00 p.m. with dinner at 6:00 and a program at 7:00. The cost is $15.00 per person and the banquet is in the elementary gym. For more information or reservations, call Linda at 664-1605.
There is a Southern Gospel Concert featuring “The Kellys” Saturday, June 2, starting at 7:00 p.m., at the Bethalto Church of God at the corner of Rt. 140 and Moreland Road. An offering will be taken. Come early for good seats. For more information, call Tom or Sheron at 259-0065.
The 2012 Bond County Relay for Life is June 1-2, at the Bond County Fairgrounds with the theme “Reality Relay.” The opening ceremony is at 6:00 p.m. with the survivor lap at 6:45. The luminaria ceremony is at dusk followed by the fight back ceremony. Campsites, food stands, and entertainment will reflect several different reality theme shows with an atmosphere for the whole family to enjoy.
The 17th annual Alhambra Homecoming is Friday and Saturday, June 1-2 at the Alhambra Park. The parade Friday starts at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday at 6:00. The Jimmy Miller Band plays Friday at 8:00 p.m. and Buffalo Road Saturday, at 8:00. There will be food, drinks, and games. For more information, call Patty at 488-7020.
3rd, Sunday
The 43rd annual chicken dinner at St. Gertrude’s Church in Grantfork is Sunday, June 3, with serving from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a buffet style dinner with dressing and homemade pie. The cost is $9.00 for adults and $4.00 for children kindergarten through age 12. Carry-outs are available by calling 675-3384.
4th, Monday
5th, Tuesday
6th, Wednesday
7th, Thursday
The next Greenville Municipal Band concert is Thursday, June 7, at 7:00 p.m. at the Greenville Public Library.
8th, Friday
9th, Saturday
The Ramsey Lions Club is sponsoring a tractor pull Saturday, June 9, at Lions Park in Ramsey. The tractor pull starts at 9:00 a.m. and features antique tractors, farm stock tractors, and semi trucks. For more information, call Larry at 292-5947.
The Clinton County Neighbors Helping Neighbors Summer Food Drive culminates June 9 with a golf tournament at Governors Run Golf Course. Car dealers will park trucks at the golf course and you are encouraged to bring canned foods during the day to fill the bed of the truck of your choice. For more information, call 267-4578.
10th, Sunday
11th, Monday
12th, Tuesday
13th, Wednesday
14th, Thursday
The next Greenville Municipal Band concert is Thursday, June 14, at 7:00 p.m. at the Bond County Courthouse.
15th, Friday
16th, Saturday
17th, Sunday
18th, Monday
Basic Life Support classes will be offered Mondays, June 18 and August 20 in the Heritage Room at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese. Classes start at 6:00 p.m. and the cost is $40.00 per class. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 526-5353.
A roundtable discussion workshop for women in business is Monday, June 18 starting at noon at the Greenville Education Center. Please bring your own lunch. For more information, call Debbie, at 545-3226.
19th, Tuesday
20th, Wednesday
21st, Thursday
The Greenville Municipal Band will be in concert Thursday, June 21. You may hear the band at the Hoiles-Davis Museum with the concert starting at 7:00 p.m.
22nd, Friday
23rd, Saturday
The Greenville Junior Comets football team is having a chicken dinner and silent auction fund raiser Saturday, June 23 at the Greenville VFW. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with dinner at 6:00. Advance tickets are $15.00 per person or $25.00 per couple and are available at Watson’s Drug Store. Tickets at the door are $5.00 higher. For more information, call Susan at 406-8790.
24th, Sunday
25th, Monday
The All South Illinois FCA 2012 Sports Camp is June 25-27 at the Greenville Junior High School. The camp is for boys and girls who will be in the 5th – 8th grades in the 2012-2013 school year. There is no fee to attend. For more information or a registration form, call the FCA office at 664-1747.
26th, Tuesday
The All South Illinois FCA 2012 Sports Camp is June 25-27 at the Greenville Junior High School. The camp is for boys and girls who will be in the 5th – 8th grades in the 2012-2013 school year. There is no fee to attend. For more information or a registration form, call the FCA office at 664-1747.
27th, Wednesday
The All South Illinois FCA 2012 Sports Camp is June 25-27 at the Greenville Junior High School. The camp is for boys and girls who will be in the 5th – 8th grades in the 2012-2013 school year. There is no fee to attend. For more information or a registration form, call the FCA office at 664-1747.
28th, Thursday
The Bond County Courthouse is the site for the next Greenville Muny Band concert. The concert is Thursday, June 28, at 7:00 p.m.
29th, Friday
30th, Saturday
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