AUGUST
18th, Monday
A Public Awareness Meeting will be held about Longwall Mining on Monday, August 18th at 7pm at the Grantfork United Church of Christ. Madison County Officials and other guest speakers will present information.
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive on Monday, August 18th from 1 to 7pm at the Highland VFW. Donors will receive a free Dairy Queen Blizzard Coupon as well as a Nascar Promotional Item.
The BCMW Head Start Bond County Family Fun Day will be Saturday, August 30th from Noon till 6pm at the JC Park in Greenville. Call 664-4914 for more information. Reservations need to be made by Monday, August 18th.
19th, Tuesday
The Greenville Amvets meet at the Greenville American Legion on the third Tuesday of every month at 7pm. The next meeting is Tuesday, August 19th.
There will be a Senior Citizen’s Dance at the Patoka Service Center on the third Tuesday of every month. The next dance is Tuesday, August 19th. The music starts at 7pm and the cost is $5 per person.
20th, Wednesday
A Central Illinois Community Blood Center blood drive will be held on Wednesday, August 20th from 1 to 6pm in the cafeteria in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland. Appointments aren’t required, but in order to minimize time that donors wait, you may schedule a time by calling 593-0725.
The Greenville VFW meets on the third Wednesday of every month. The next meeting will be Wednesday, August 20th at 7pm at the Greenville VFW.
21st, Thursday
The Hills Fort Society Meeting will be held this Thursday, August 21st at 7:30pm at the Bond County Senior Center in Greenville.
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Thursday, August 21st from 3 to 7pm at the Mulberry Grove Community Building in the park. Donors will receive a coupon for a free 12-ounze Dairy Queen Blizzard.
22nd, Friday
Bond County Transit is hosting a trip to the Casino Queen on Friday, August 22nd. The bus will leave the senior center in Greenville at 9am and will return by 3:30pm. The cost is $8. For reservations, call 664-9844.
The Kirchenfest Flea Market at St. Paul Parish Center in Highland will begin Friday, August 22nd from 6- 9pm for early bird sales with a $4 admission. It will resume Saturday from 9am- 6pm Sunday from 11am- 3pm with free admission both days.
23rd, Saturday
A two-day class on hand built ceramics will be offered at the Kaskaskia College Greenville Education Center from 9am to Noon on Saturday, August 23rd and 30th. The registration fee is $25, but students over 60 may register at no cost. All students must pay a supply fee. Pre registration and pre payment are required. Call 664-9397 for more information.
The Sorento Homecoming will continue this Friday, August 22nd with a Kiddie Parade starting at 6:30pm and on Saturday, August 23rd with a parade starting at 6pm. Entertainment will follow the parades both nights.
A benefit for medical expenses for Bruce “Swamp” Weiss of the Swampdaddies and his wife Cinda will be held on Saturday, August 23rd beginning at 3pm at Goose’s Bar in Panama. The benefit will include music, food, games and an auction beginning at 7. Donations for the auction can be dropped off anytime at Goose’s. For more information, call 423-2625.
24th, Sunday
The Homecoming Gospel Choir will be in concert on Sunday, August 24th at 6pm at the First Christian Church in Greenville. Admission is free and a love offering will be received. For additional information, call 664-0652.
25th, Monday
26th, Tuesday
The Bond County Historical Society, the Bond County Genealogical Society and the Greenville Kiwanis Club will hold their annual Church Program and Potluck Dinner on Tuesday, August 26th at the Smith Grove Baptist Church. The dinner will start at 6:30pm with meat being provided by the organizations. Anyone wishing to attend should bring a covered dish or dessert. The program will start at 7:30.
27th, Wednesday
Congressman John Shimkus will be hosting an informational session for local residents on the upcoming digital television transition on Wednesday, August 27th from 1:30 to 2:30pm at the Kaskaskia College Extension Center in Vandalia. Residents will have the opportunity to signup for a $40 government coupon for a digital converter box.
28th, Thursday
Carlyle Lake’s Handicapped-accessible dove blinds are now open for reservations. The blinds are available for disabled sportsman to reserve for Sept 1 and 2nd from noon to sunset. The deadline to request a reservation is 4PM on Thursday, August 28. For more information contact the Carlyle Lake Project Office at 594-2484
29th, Friday
Come and join the fun at the Patoka Fall Festival at the park starting Friday, Aug 29 thru the 31st. Enjoy a Free movie in the Park on Friday and the events continue all weekend long. For Further Questions you may contact Patoka City Hall at 432-5855
The University of Illinois Extension and 4-H are offering students in the fifth, sixth and seventh grades a chance to Discover Chicago through a three-day trip scheduled for October 11th through the 13th. The cost for the trip is $295 and includes admission to all attractions, lodging, charter bus transportation, meals and insurance. Youth do not need to be in 4-H to attend. The registration deadline is Friday, August 29th, but space is limited. Call 664-3665 for more details.
30th, Saturday
Find out your rights and be an effective advocate for citizens with disabilities at Mount Zion Temple of Deliverance in Greenville on August 30th at 2 in the afternoon. For more information call the Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities in Illinois at 800-433-8848
Reno Baptist Church will be having revival services at 7pm on Wednesday, August 27th through Friday, August 29th and will conclude Saturday, August 30th with a hog roast and gospel singing at 4pm. For more information call 637-2327.
31st, Sunday
The 80th annual Kleinik reunion will be held Sunday, August 31st at patriot’s park in Greenville. A potluck dinner will be held at noon. Please bring your own table service, covered dish, and something to drink.
SEPTEMBER
1st, Monday
Try-outs for 7th and 8th Grade Greenville Girls Basketball will be held Monday through Wednesday, September 1st through the 3rd. Girls who want to participate need to have a physical and proof of insurance on file at the Greenville Junior High.
2nd, Tuesday
3rd, Wednesday
A Free G.E.D. Review class will be offered at the Kaskaskia College Workforce Center in Centralia on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 8pm beginning on Wednesday, September 3rd. For more information, call 545-3121.
4th, Thursday
5th, Friday
Kaskaskia College Financial Aid Office will host a FAFSA Friday on Sept 5 from 1-3 PM on the KC Main Campus. The purpose of this event is to help college bound students who need to complete and submit the 2008-2009 Free Application for Federal Student Aid. For more information, call 1-800-642-0859 ext. 3080.
6th, Saturday
A free Basic Computer Literacy six-week class will be offered starting on Saturday, September 6th at 8am at the Bond County Housing Authority in Greenville. For more information or to sign up, call Elaine at 664-0681.
Central Illinois Community Blood Center is holding a blood drive at Gateway Raceway for people attending the race on Saturday, September 6. The Drive will be from 8am-Noon.
The Hills Fort Society’s Living History Days will start at 10am on Saturday, September 6th and will continue at 9am on Sunday, September 7th at the Farm Heritage Museum’s Hills Fort Site in Greenville. Special presentations will be held both days including “Tools, Craftsmanship and Mechanical Ingenuity,” “101 Things About Illinois that You Don’t Know” and “People of the Owl” an Indian folklore presentation. The event also includes music, food, and reenactments.
The Bond County Wild Turkey Chapter’s 12th annual National Wild Turkey Federation Hunting Heritage Banquet will be Saturday, September 6th at the Greenville VFW Hall. Doors open at 5:30pm with dinner starting at 7. Single tickets cost $45 and couples tickets cost $55. For details on sponsor tickets or for more information, call 664-8954.
The Bethalto Church of God will hold its next Southern Gospel Concert, featuring Solid Gospel Praise from Branson, Missouri, on Saturday, September 6th at 7pm. An offering will be taken. For more information, call 259-0065.
7th, Sunday
The Marine Fire Department is hosting a car show and barbecue on Sunday, September 7th at the Firefighters Park in Marine. Registration will be held from 9am to noon with awards being presented at 4pm. The entry fee is $10. Proceeds benefit the Firefighters Park. For more information, call 223-9723.
The Highland American Legion hosts a breakfast with pork and biscuits and gravy on the first Sunday of every month. The upcoming breakfast will be Sunday, September 7th from 7:30am to 12:30pm. The cost is $5 and proceeds benefit various legion projects.
The Trenton Sportsmens Club will have a 3D Bow Shoot on Sunday, September 7th. Sign in is from 7am till 1pm. Entry fees are $12 for adults, $8 for youth and $5 for cubs.
8th, Monday
9th, Tuesday
Kaskaskia College will offer a free G.E.D Class at the Greenville Education Center. The class will be held Tuesday and Thursdays 6-9PM starting Tuesday, Sept 9. For more information or to register call 545-3112.
10th, Wednesday
The Bond County Humane Society has its membership meeting on the second Wednesday of every month starting at 7:30pm at the Gateway Conference Center in Greenville, on the corner of Chicago and Idler. The next meeting will be September 10th.
11th, Thursday
12th, Friday
13th, Saturday
Kaskaskia College Sports Association is holding its 6th annual Par 3 Golf Tournament “Golf Under the Stars” on Saturday, Sept 13 at Governor’s Run Golf Course. Dinner starts at 5 and the Golf Starts at 6PM. There is a $50 entry fee per Golfer, and includes dinner and golf. To register for the tournament call Cathy Karrick at 545-3182.
14th, Sunday
15th, Monday
16th, Tuesday
Kaskaskia College will offer 2 free G.E.D. Review classes on its main campus in Centralia. The first class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30am to 1pm starting on Tuesday, September 16th. The second class will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 9pm starting on Monday, September 22nd. For more information, call 545-3121.
There will be a Senior Citizen’s Dance at the Patoka Service Center on the third Tuesday of every month. The next dance is Tuesday, September 16th. The music starts at 7pm and the cost is $5 per person.
The Greenville Amvets meet at the Greenville American Legion on the third Tuesday of every month at 7pm. The next meeting is Tuesday, September 16th.
17th, Wednesday
The Greenville VFW meets on the third Wednesday of every month. The next meeting will be Wednesday, September 17th at 7pm at the Greenville VFW.
18th, Thursday
19th, Friday
The annual City Wide Garage Sale will be held in Carlyle on Friday and Saturday, September 19th and 20th. For more information call 594-2468.
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