WGEL Community Calendar
Week of Events
Blood Drive At Highland VFW
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive Monday, May 22, from 12:30 to 4:30 PM at the Highland VFW Hall. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org.
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 […]
Greenville Garden Club Meeting
The Greenville Garden Club will meet Tuesday, May 23, at 6 PM in the home of Eric and Elizabeth Ahern. Guest speaker Chris Lueking will talk about cut flowers. For more, call 304-0552.
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.
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.
Handbags For Hospice Sale
Bond County Hospice is hosting a Handbags for Hospice Sale Thursday, May 25, from 11 AM to 6 PM, at the Bond County Health Department on South Fourth Street. There will be a variety of new and gently used, sanitized, handbags available for a variety of prices. Funds raised will help support the Hospice Foundation, […]
Homeschooling Informational Meeting
There will be an informational meeting entitled “What Is Homeschooling, and Is It Right for Me?” on Thursday, May 25, from 7 to 9 PM in the small gym at the Greenville First Christian Church. For more, call 615-496-7850.
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 […]
GU Panther Pride Golf Scramble Registration Deadline
The 8th Annual Jack D. Tager Memorial Panther Pride Golf Scramble to benefit student athletes at Greenville University will be Friday, June 9, starting at 8 AM. Registration is at 7:30 AM. the scramble will be at Indian Springs Golf Club in Fillmore. The registration of $150 per golfer, or $600 per foursome, covers golf, […]
Additional Greenville Veterans Day Details
Veteran’s Day activities will begin in Greenville Friday, May 26. VFW Post 1377 and volunteers place flags on the graves of veterans in local cemeteries, starting at 9 AM in Montrose Cemetery. On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, AMVETS Post 140 will have their Flag Changing Ceremony on the courthouse lawn at 9 AM. Flags […]
Dudleyville Youth Organization Cookout
Wes & Friends will have a cookout to benefit the Dudleyville Youth Organization Friday, May 26, from 11 AM to 2 PM on the Milk House parking lot. Pork burgers, pork chops, brats, chicken breasts, and more will be available. For orders and delivery call 444-5045.
6th Annual Eden’s Glory Golf Tournament
The 6th Annual Golf Scramble to benefit Eden’s Glory will be Saturday, May 27, at Indian Springs Golf Club in Fillmore. $400 per foursome of golfers with breakfast and lunch included. Registration begins at 7:30 AM with an 8 AM shotgun start. Lunch and prizes will be at 12:30 PM. Volunteers and sponsors are needed. […]
Keyesport FPD BBQ Fundraiser
The Keyesport Fire Protection District will have a BBQ fundraiser Saturday, May 27, from 10 AM to 4 PM at the firehouse on Mulberry Street. Bring an unwrapped toy for their Bond County Secret Santa Society Christmas Drive!
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.
Benld Italian American Days Car Show
The Benld Italian American Car Show will be Saturday, May 27, in Benld City Park. Registration is from 8 AM to Noon and professional judging begins at Noon. There is a $20 registration fee. The event will be held rain or shine. For more, call 217-835-2268.
Lincoln Siebert Memorial Tractor Drive
The third annual Lincoln Siebert Memorial Tractor Drive will be Sunday, May 28, at the Bond County Fairgrounds in Greenville. Check-in is from 1 to 2:30 PM and the tractor drive begins at 3. There will be a cookout and ice cream social from 11 AM to 5 PM. Food prepared by Wes Pourchot & […]
Pocahontas Memorial Day Programs
The Pocahontas American Legion will have Memorial Day programs on Sunday and Monday, May 28 and 29. There will be a program Sunday, May 28, at 1 PM in Robinson Cemetery. A program will be held on the Pocahontas Square Monday, May 29, starting at 11 AM. For more, call 669-2893.
Grand Squares Monthly Club Dance
The Grand Squares of Greenville have a club square dance on the fourth Sunday of every month from 2 to 4 PM in the Bradford Community Building. All square dancers are invited. For more, call 664-3004.
Panama Union Cemetery Pancake Fundraiser
Panama Union Cemetery’s annual Pancake Fundraiser will be Sunday, May 28, from 7 AM to 12 PM at the Panama Community Center on Cleveland Ave. Meals are $10 per person. Bulk sausage will be available. Proceeds benefit the upkeep of Union Cemetery. For more, or to volunteer, call Mark at 314-581-5118.