WGEL Community Calendar
Week of Events
DeMoulin Museum Bricks Available
The DeMoulin Museum is accepting orders for bricks honoring former and current DeMoulin employees. The bricks will be placed in the outdoor display in front of the museum. There are currently 100 employees represented in the display. Anyone who ever worked at DeMoulin Bros. & Co. in any department is eligible for a brick. Each […]
Lincoln Land Leathernecks Scholarships
The Marine Corps League Lincoln Land Leathernecks Detachment 1174 of Greenville will award four educational grants of $500 each to 2023 high school seniors in Bond, Clinton, Fayette, Madison and St. Clair Counties. Applications are available by calling 314-277-7565. Applications must be in by May 15 and winners will be notified by letter.
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 […]
Red Cross Blood Drive In Pocahontas
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive Tuesday, May 16, from 1:30 to 5:30 PM at St. Nicholas Church in Pocahontas. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org.
Blood Drive At Beckemeyer Legion
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive Tuesday, May 16, from noon to 5 PM at the Beckemeyer American Legion. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org.
Blood Drive At Vandalia Moose Lodge
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive Tuesday, May 16, from 11 AM to 5 PM at the Vandalia Moose Lodge. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org.
Greenville Gymnastics Enrollment Open
Greenville Gymnastics Center is conducting online registration now for their June Preschool Gymnastics and All Recreational Camps for ages 6-14. For more, visit the Greenville Gymnastics Center Facebook page.
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 […]
Farmers Market On The Highland Town Square
The Highland Farmers Market will be open from 4 to 8 PM every Tuesday from May 16 – September 26 on the Highland Town Square. For more, call 651-1386 or visit HighlandIL.gov.
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.
Wilhour Traveling Office Hours
State Representative Blaine Wilhour will hold Traveling Office Hours Wednesday, May 17. He will be at the Case-Halstead Public Library in Carlyle, from 9 to 10:30 AM, at Centralia City Hall, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM, and at Salem City Hall from 2 to 4 PM. To schedule a time to discuss issues or […]
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.
Free Narcan Training 5-18
There will be a free online Narcan training Thursday, May 18, from 10 to 11 AM and from 2 to 3 PM. Narcan is the opioid overdose reversal drug. For more information, including the link to attend the virtual meeting, call 512-1781.
Dueling Pianos Benefit for LOL
There will be a Just For Fun Friday Dueling Pianos event Friday, May 19 from 7 to 10 PM at Lindendale Park Ballroom in Highland. There will be a cash bar and you can bring your own snacks. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the 2024 Ms. LOL […]
Blood Drive At New Baden Civic Center
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive Friday, May 19, from noon to 5 PM at the New Baden Civic Center. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org.
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.
Hospital Auxiliary Cookout With Wes
Wes Pourchot & Friends will be cooking out on the HSHS Holy Family Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop Friday, May 19, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Offerings include pork chops, chicken breasts, brats, pork burgers, sides, drinks, and dessert. All proceeds benefit the hospital auxiliary. To place orders for delivery, call 530-6708.
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 […]
Leaps Of Love Dueling Pianos
There will be a Just For Fun Friday Dueling Pianos event Friday, May 19 from 7 to 10 PM at Lindendale Park Ballroom in Highland. There will be a cash bar and you can bring your own snacks. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the 2024 Ms. LOL […]
Carlyle Farmers Market
The Carlyle Farmers Market is back for the 2023 season. There will be a Farmer’s Market Friday, May 19 starting at 5 PM, ending at dusk. It’s located at the Carlyle VFW and is held rain or shine, only canceling if it is known a serious thunderstorm is on the way. Check out the Carlyle […]
Carlyle VFW Up In Smoke-Off
The Carlyle VFW Auxiliary “Up In Smoke-Off” for Veterans, Hosted by the Carlyle VFW Post 3523 Auxiliary, will be Saturday, May 20. Public tasting starts at noon; Weather permitting a DJ is scheduled for 9 AM to noon, there will be a live band from noon to 4 PM< and there will be a bounce […]
Sorento Baptist Church Chicken Dinner
The Sorento Baptist Church will have a chicken dinner Saturday, May 20, from 3 to 6 PM. Cost is $10 for adults and $6 for children.
Veteran To Veteran Meeting
If you’re looking for ways to connect with other veterans in the community, Veteran To Veteran of Bond County is hosting an event Saturday, May 20, at 2 PM at the Meating Room next to Scott’s Processing on Rt. 127 south of Greenville. There will be free snacks, a speaker, informational handouts, and more. For […]
Highland VFW Line Dancing Lessons
The Highland VFW is hosting a Line Dancing Night Saturday, May 20, from 6 to 11 PM. Cost is $8 per person. Snacks, pizza, and drinks will be available for purchase. The event is open to all ages. For more, call 654-6367.
Recovery Family Game Night
The Bond County Recovery Council is hosting a Recovery Family Game Night, Saturday, May 20, from 6 to 9 PM at Toastiez in the Greenville Smart Center. The event is for those who have experienced alcoholism or addiction, and their families. Snacks and drinks will be provided. You’re encouraged to bring your favorite board game.
3rd Annual Strut Your Stuff Cruise-In
McKay Napa Autoparts presents their third annual Strut Your Stuff Cruise-In Saturday, May 20, at noon at Concordia Hall in Staunton. $20 entry fee per vehicle. Live music and a bags tournament starting at 1 PM. There will be food and drinks and additional fundraising activities. All proceeds benefit the Make A Wish Foundation. To […]
Free Shredding & Recycling Day At BNB
Bradford National Bank will host a free secure shredding & recycling day Saturday, May 20, from 9-11 AM in the BNB Community Building parking lot on College Ave. in Greenville. Secure destruction of financial documents such as cancelled checks, bank statements, tax files, old bills, and investment statements is recommended. Workers can remove the boxes […]
Highland Moose Lodge Fishing Clinic
Highland Moose Lodge 2479 will hold its 14th annual kids fishing clinic on Saturday, May 20, from noon to 3 p.m., at the Trenton Sportsman Club. The event is free and open to kids 15 and under; bring your fishing poles and lawn chairs. Hot dogs and drinks will be provided. There will be three […]
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.
Carlyle Masonic Lodge Chicken Dinner
Masonic Lodge #79 of Carlyle will have a chicken dinner Sunday, May 21, from 11 AM to 2 PM in the Carlyle IGA Annex. Dine in or carryout, all you can eat, for $15. For more, call 604-5467.