WGEL Community Calendar
Week of Events
Greenville Pickleball Club
The Greenville Pickleball Club hosts games and lessons for beginner to intermediate players on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings 8:30-10:30 AM at the Greenville University Rec Center. There is no cost to play and new players are welcome anytime. Extra pickleball paddles are available and walk-in lessons are now given on Monday mornings. For […]
Pocahontas Food Pantry
Pocahontas Food Pantry is open every first Monday of the Month at the Pocahontas Methodist Church from 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM. There are no income requirements and all are welcome.
MOPS Meetings at Greenville FMC
MOPS, which stands for Mothers Of Preschoolers, meets at the Greenville Free Methodist church on the first and third Tuesdays of each month bond county school year. Hours are 9 – 11 AM and the meeting is in the multipurpose room at the church. Moms of kids of any age are welcome and the group […]
Greenville Pickleball Club
The Greenville Pickleball Club hosts games and lessons for beginner to intermediate players on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings 8:30-10:30 AM at the Greenville University Rec Center. There is no cost to play and new players are welcome anytime. Extra pickleball paddles are available and walk-in lessons are now given on Monday mornings. For […]
FBC Clothing Closet
The First Baptist Church of Greenville’s Clothing Closet will be open every Tuesday from 9 AM to noon and Thursdays from 1 to 4 PM. The Clothing Closet is open and free to the community.
Journey To The Cross At Smithgrove Baptist
Smithgrove Baptist Church in Greenville is hosting a Journey To The Cross program Wednesday and Thursday, April 5 and 6, from 5 to 8 PM each evening. The program is a self-directed walk through 13 stations, prompted by Scripture, objects, photos, and writing to reflect on Jesus’ journey through his death, burial, and resurrection. For […]
Creative Stitchers Monthly Meeting
The Creative Stitchers meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 1 PM in the Bradford Community Room in Greenville. Guests are always welcome.
BoCo Senior Center Blood Pressure Clinic
The Bond County Senior Center will host a free Blood Pressure Clinic Wednesday, April 5, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. All seniors are welcome.
BINGO At The Bond County Senior Center
The Bond County Senior Center will host BINGO on Wednesday, April 5; Tuesday, April 11; Monday, April 17; and Friday, April 28, at 12:30 PM each time. All seniors are welcome. For more, call 664-1465.
City Of Greenville Leaf Composting
Greenville residents can once again obtain leaf compost from the city. The compost will be at the City of Greenville’s Public Works Department, on South Fourth Street, beginning Wednesday, April 5. Hours are 7 a.m. to noon. Residents can pick up compost on their own throughout the week, or Public Works employees will load compost […]
Bond Co. Recovery Council Advisory Bd. Mtg.
Bond County Recovery Council Advisory Board meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 PM at the Bond County Senior Center in Greenville. The meetings are for anyone in the community with “lived experience” with substance use disorder. For more, find the Bond County Recovery Council on Facebook.
Celebrate Recovery Meetings In Greenville
Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program meets every Thursday from 5:45-8:15 PM at the Greenville Free Methodist Church FMY Room. The group is open to everyone. For more, call 664-2584 or visit CelebrateRecovery.com.
Journey To The Cross At Smithgrove Baptist
Smithgrove Baptist Church in Greenville is hosting a Journey To The Cross program Wednesday and Thursday, April 5 and 6, from 5 to 8 PM each evening. The program is a self-directed walk through 13 stations, prompted by Scripture, objects, photos, and writing to reflect on Jesus’ journey through his death, burial, and resurrection. For […]
Greenville Pickleball Club
The Greenville Pickleball Club hosts games and lessons for beginner to intermediate players on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings 8:30-10:30 AM at the Greenville University Rec Center. There is no cost to play and new players are welcome anytime. Extra pickleball paddles are available and walk-in lessons are now given on Monday mornings. For […]
FBC Clothing Closet
The First Baptist Church of Greenville’s Clothing Closet will be open every Tuesday from 9 AM to noon and Thursdays from 1 to 4 PM. The Clothing Closet is open and free to the community.
Good Friday Service At First Baptist Church
As part of their Lenten series, the Bond County Ministerial Alliance is hosting a Good Friday service Friday, April 7, at the First Baptist Church in Greenville. The service begins at noon and will be followed by lunch.
Greenville Nursing & Rehab Easter Egg Hunt
Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation will have their annual Easter Egg Hunt Friday, April 7, at 2 PM. The facility is located at 400 East Hillview Ave. The Easter Bunny will be there for photos. For more, call 664-1622.
Highland Knights of Columbus Fish Fries
Highland Knights of Columbus will host fish fries every Friday during lent. Serving time is from 4 to 7 PM. Fried or baked fish and chicken strip dinners will be available. The Knights of Columbus Hall is located on Rt. 143 in Highland.
Aviston American Legion Fish & Chicken Fry
Aviston American Legion Post 1239 will have a Fish & Chicken Fry every Friday from 4:30-7pm. There will be Cod, catfish, chicken, and more. Dine-In and Carry-out. For more information, call 228-7311.
Highland VFW Fish Fry
Highland VFW Post 5694 will be having a fish fry on Fridays, from 4-7 PM. There will be Fish, Chicken, Shrimp, and Sides. Carryout and limited indoor dining available. For more information, call 654-6367.
St. Lawrence Youth Good Friday Lunch Fish Fry
St. Lawrence Catholic Church Youth will host a Good Friday Lunch Fish Fry on Friday, April 7, from 11 AM to 2 PM at the church’s Posch Center. Meals are $12. Delivery is available around Greenville. For delivery, call 267-0097. Proceeds will help the youth with their mission trip to New Castle, PA.
Greenville Pickleball Club
The Greenville Pickleball Club hosts games and lessons for beginner to intermediate players on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings 8:30-10:30 AM at the Greenville University Rec Center. There is no cost to play and new players are welcome anytime. Extra pickleball paddles are available and walk-in lessons are now given on Monday mornings. For […]
City Of Greenville Leaf Composting
Greenville residents can once again obtain leaf compost from the city. The compost will be at the City of Greenville’s Public Works Department, on South Fourth Street, beginning Wednesday, April 5. Hours are 7 a.m. to noon. Residents can pick up compost on their own throughout the week, or Public Works employees will load compost […]
Tamalco Christian Church Easter Egg Hunt
Tamalco Christian Church will have an Easter Egg Hunt Friday, April 7, at 10:30 AM. The egg hunt will be followed by a lunch. Everyone is welcome. For more, call 401-3650.
Hunter Safety Course
The Highland Pistol & Rifle Club will be hosting an Illinois Hunter Safety Course in 2023, on Friday, April 7, from 8 AM to 4 PM and Saturday, April 8, from 8 AM to Noon. To reserve a seat, call 654-5971, between Noon and 6 PM.
Beckemeyer American Legion Lenten Fish Fry
The Beckemeyer American Legion will have dine-in or carry-out Lenten fish fries every Friday during lent (starting February 24), plus a bonus one on Friday, April 14. Hours are 4:30 to 7 PM at Beckemeyer American Legion Post 1227.
Pocahontas K-9 Frank Birthday Party
The Pocahontas Police Department will host a birthday party for their K-9, Frank, who is turning 3. The party will be Saturday, April 8, from 1 to 4 PM in the Village Square Park. You’re invited to come out and meet Frank as well as the other Pocahontas officers. Free cookies and cupcakes will be […]
Greenville Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Easter Egg Hunt in Greenville will be Saturday, April 8, at Patriot’s Park. Activities will get underway at 2 PM. There will be several age groups, including toddler through age 2; ages 3-5; ages 6-7; and ages 8-9. There will be a special section for special needs youth, providing access to eggs for […]
Keyesport American Legion Easter Egg Hunt
The Keyesport American Legion is having their Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 8, at 11 AM. All age groups are welcome. Hot dogs and chips will be available. For more, call 779-1067.
Highland-Pierron FD Easter Egg Hunt
The Highland-Pierron Fire Department‘s Easter Egg Hunt will be Saturday, April 8, at PIC Park in Pierron. The park opens at 10:15 AM and the egg hunts, divided by age, will begin at 10:30 AM. You can meet the Easter Bunny and there will be food and drink available. Everyone is welcome to participate.
Shaking For Alyse Benefit In Highland
Railshake in Highland will host a “Shaking For Alyse” benefit all day on Saturday, April 8. A portion of the sales and all donations will go to the family of Highland High School student Alyse Baer, who is suffering from bacterial meningitis. There will be an auction and live music from Katie Hatch from 1 […]
Keyesport American Legion Auxiliary Bake Sale
The Keyesport American Legion Ladies Auxiliary will have a bake sale Saturday, April 8, starting at 7 AM at the Hometown Café.
Hunter Safety Course
The Highland Pistol & Rifle Club will be hosting an Illinois Hunter Safety Course in 2023, on Friday, April 7, from 8 AM to 4 PM and Saturday, April 8, from 8 AM to Noon. To reserve a seat, call 654-5971, between Noon and 6 PM.
Pocahontas-Old Ripley FD Easter Egg Hunt
The Pocahontas/Old Ripley Fire Department will host an Easter Egg Hunt Sunday, April 9, at 2 PM in Gretchen Wilson Park. The Easter Bunny will be on hand as well. For more, call 669-2349 or visit the department’s Facebook page.
Easter Sunrise Service At New Douglas Park
There will be an Easter Sunrise Service at New Douglas Township Park Sunday, April 9, beginning at 7 AM.
Old Ripley Church of Christ Sunrise Service
Old Ripley Church of Christ in Old Ripley will have a Sunrise Service for Easter this Sunday, April 9, at 7 AM. Everyone is invited and breakfast will follow the service.
Highland VFW Easter Egg Hunt
Highland VFW Post 5694 will have its annual Easter Egg Hunt Sunday, April 9, starting at 1 PM. The hunt is for ages 1 through 10 and there will be a kite-flying contest after.