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 […]
Come Together For Alyse Fundraiser In Highland
The Highland High School Dance Team and Dance Network are hosting a Come Together for Alyse benefit Monday, April 10 in the Highland Elementary gym. This will be a dance event for youth up to Grade 12. Grades K through 5 dance from 8:30 to 10:30 AM and Grades 6-12 from 11 to 1 PM. […]
Puzzles At The Bond Co Senior Center
The Bond County Senior Center invites all seniors to join them for puzzles Monday, April 10, starting at 12:30 PM. For more, call 664-1465.
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 […]
BINGO At The Bond County Senior Center
The Bond County Senior Center will host BINGO on 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.
Friends Of Greenville Public Library At Joe’s
Tuesday, April 11, is Friends Of The Greenville Public Library night at Joe’s Pizza & Pasta on the Greenville Square. A portion of the proceeds from 4 to 8 PM that evening will be given to the organization to benefit the Greenville Public Library.
Greenville Garden Club Potluck & Meeting
The Greenvile Garden Club will have a potluck dinner and meeting to celebrate the group’s 30th anniversary on Tuesday, April 11, at 6 PM. The meeting will be in the fellowship room at the First Baptist Church in Greenville. Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish to share.
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.
Bond County Recovery Council Meetings
The Bond County Recovery Council meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 10 AM on the third floor of the Greenville SMART Center. Meetings are open to everyone. For more, find the Bond County Recovery Council on Facebook.
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 […]
Wilhour Office Hours In Ramsey, Vandalia & Mulberry Grove
State Representative Blaine Wilhour will have Traveling Office Hours Wednesday, April 12, in Mulberry Grove, Ramsey & Vandalia. In Ramsey, Wilhour will be at the Village Hall from 8:30 to 10 AM; in Vandalia, he’ll be at the Evans Public Library from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM; and in Mulberry Grove, he’ll be at the […]
Sorento Food Pantry Hours
The Sorento Food Pantry will be open on the second Wednesday and last Saturday of each month, from 9 to 11 AM. The pantry is located at 215 North Main St. in Sorento. Donations are always accepted. To schedule a donation or for more information, call Jeanne at 780-2343.
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.
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.
St. Cecilia Parish Center Quilt Bingo
St. Cecilia Parish Center in Bartelso will have Spring Quilt Bingo Thursday, April 13, at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 6:30. Refreshments will be available. The event is sponsored by the Ladies Sodality.
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.
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 […]
DeMoulin Museum Wes Pourchot Cookout
The DeMoulin Museum’s annual cookout with Wes Pourchot & Friends is Friday, April 14, from 10:30 AM to 2 PM on the museum grounds at 205 South Prairie Street in Greenville. The menu includes pork chops, chicken, brats, and pork burgers. For pre-orders or delivery, call 410-6014.
MG Youth Sports KPD Summer Ball Signup
Registration is underway now for Mulberry Grove Youth Sports/Kingsbury Park District Summer Ball for boys and girls ages 5 to 15. Registration closes Friday, April 14. The season will run from June through early July. Fee is $40. For more, or to sign up, visit the Mulberry Grove Youth Sports Facebook page.
Senior Center iPhone Program
The Bond County Senior Center will host a “Getting to Know Your iPhone” virtual class on Friday, April 14, and Friday, April 21, at 1 PM both days. Those interested need to RSVP by calling 664-1465.
Pleasant Mound Community Center Meeting
There will be a meeting of the Pleasant Mound Community Center Friday, April 14, at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be preceded by a potluck meal.
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.
Wanda Mountain Boys In Mulberry Grove
The Wanda Mountain Boys will be in concert Saturday, April 15, at the First Church of Christ in Mulberry Grove. The performance begins at 6 PM. Everyone is invited and there is no admission fee, but a love offering will be taken. For more, call 339-7436.
Comets Playing At Busch Stadium
The Greenville baseball Comets will continue their tradition of playing at Busch Stadium on Saturday, April 15, following the Cardinals 1:15 PM game. You can get tickets to watch both the Cardinals and Comets games for $25. To get tickets, or for more information, call Greenville High School Athletic Director Joe Alstat at 664-5580 or […]
Bond County Foster Care Trivia Night
There will be a trivia night to benefit children in Bond County Foster Care on Saturday, April 15, starting at 6 PM at the Greenville Free Methodist Church. $100 per table of ten players. To register, call Tammy at 960-8306.
Alhambra 175th Anniversary Fundraiser
There will be a fundraising event for Alhambra’s 175th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, April 15 at the Alhambra Firemen’s Hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM and activities begin at 7. Tickets are $10 per person. This is an all ages event. There will be a cash bar. Bring your own snacks, but no outside drinks. […]
Sorento Baptist Church Chicken Dinner
The Sorento Baptist Church in having a chicken dinner Saturday, April 15, from 3 to 6 PM. $10 for adults, $6 for children 6 and under. For more, call 217-556-9764.
Greenville Optimist Scholarships
Two $1000 scholarships will be offered this year by the Greenville Optimist Club; the Optimist General Scholarship in Memory of Kathyrn Holzhauer and the Bill Wise Memorial Scholarship. Applicants must be members of the Bond County Community Unit 2 graduating class of 2023. Students entering a field of study that emphasizes working with youth will […]
Keyesport Food Pantry
The Keyesport Food Pantry is open on the third Saturday of every month, from 9 to 11 AM, at the Keyesport United Methodist Church. There are no income requirements. For more, call 616-5013.
Leaps Of Love Charity Run
Race for Love, the 2023 5K Charity Run to benefit Leaps of Love in Highland will be Sunday, April 16. The race starts at 8 PM at the Hettenhausen Center at McKendree University. It finishes at the same location. For more information, call 310-9834.
Highland KC Sunday Polka Dance
The Highland Knights of Columbus will have a series of KC Sunday Polka Dances through the year. The next one is Sunday, April 16, featuring Butch’s Polka Kings. All dances are from 2 to 5 PM and the public is invited. Admission to the dances is $10. The kitchen and bar will be open. For […]
Greenville FMC Plant Based Healthy Eating Class
The Greenville Free Methodist Church is hosting a Plant-Based Healthy Eating class and potluck on Sundays in April, except for Easter Sunday, April 9. The class is called, “Let Food Be Thy Medicine.” Guest speakers, including doctors and nutritionists, will discuss how you can prevent, treat, and often reverse lifestyle related chronic disease while enjoying […]
Leaps Of Love 5K At McKendry University
The Race for Love 5K charity run will take place on Sunday, April 16, at 8 a.m., at the Hettenhausen Center at McKendree University in Lebanon. The event is in support of Leaps of Love in Highland. For more information contact 310-9834.
Doug Anderson In Concert At Greenville FCC
Doug Anderson will be in concert Sunday, April 16, at 5 PM in the Greenville First Christian Church. Anderson is a Dove award winning solo artist, a member of the group Signature Sound, partners with the Gaithers, and is a former member of the quintet Lighthouse. For more, call the church at 664-0350.