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Dennis BP Pitcher
Dr. Kimberly Sanford
Eye On Design
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Feb. 23 - 26
St. Louis Builders Home & Garden Show
America's Center and Edward Jones Dome
Thursday – Saturday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $10 adults; $4 children 6-12; free for children 5 and under. www.stlhomeshow.com.
Feb. 24 – 26
R.V. & Camper Show
Belle Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville
Motor homes, 5th wheels, travel trailers, pop-ups, campers, sports trailers plus camping supplies, resorts and related booths of interest on display. Admission charged.
www.bcfairgrounds.net.
Feb. 25
Polar Plunge
Main Beach at Carlyle Lake
Head over to Carlyle Lake and watch participants jump into the icy waters of Carlyle in the middle of winter. If you're brave, you can take the plunge yourself. Admission: free to watch, $75 to take the plunge! (618) 654-6680.
Feb. 25; 1 to 3 p.m.
Earthquake Construction Saturday
Children’s Museum in Edwardsville
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) representatives from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) will assist children with construction. The event is free with museum admission. (618) 692-2094; www.childrens-museum.net.
March 1 - March 4
Brass Rail Players Present “You're a Good Man Charlie Brown”
Lindenwood University Premier Center for the Arts. 2600 West Main, Belleville
Admission: adults $12; seniors/students/military $10; children $6. (618) 767-6016.
March 2-4
HBA Home Show
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville
See story on page 30; (618) 343-6331; www.hbashil.org.
March 9
Camelot Auction and Wines of the Round Table
Fairview Heights Rotary Cost: $40; (618) 791-6733.
March 17
Performance Series: BPO Youth Orchestra
The Hett, Lebanon
The Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra is the nation's second oldest, continuously operated symphony orchestra. (618) 537-6863.
March 24; 7:30 p.m.
The Masterworks Chorale Spring Concert
The Saint Louis Abbey Church, West Saint Louis County. Tickets: Adults $15; Students $10. Purchase tickets in advance at The Basket Case (618) 233-0290; The Vineyard (618) 394-2050; Fezziwig’s Market Place (618) 537-8422. www.singmasterworks.org.
March 25; 3 p.m.
The Masterworks Chorale Spring Concert
St. Clare Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL
Ticket information same as above.
Visit www.thetourismbureau.org for more events and activities.
St. Louis Builders Home & Garden Show
America's Center and Edward Jones Dome
Thursday – Saturday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $10 adults; $4 children 6-12; free for children 5 and under. www.stlhomeshow.com.
Feb. 24 – 26
R.V. & Camper Show
Belle Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville
Motor homes, 5th wheels, travel trailers, pop-ups, campers, sports trailers plus camping supplies, resorts and related booths of interest on display. Admission charged.
www.bcfairgrounds.net.
Feb. 25
Polar Plunge
Main Beach at Carlyle Lake
Head over to Carlyle Lake and watch participants jump into the icy waters of Carlyle in the middle of winter. If you're brave, you can take the plunge yourself. Admission: free to watch, $75 to take the plunge! (618) 654-6680.
Feb. 25; 1 to 3 p.m.
Earthquake Construction Saturday
Children’s Museum in Edwardsville
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) representatives from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) will assist children with construction. The event is free with museum admission. (618) 692-2094; www.childrens-museum.net.
March 1 - March 4
Brass Rail Players Present “You're a Good Man Charlie Brown”
Lindenwood University Premier Center for the Arts. 2600 West Main, Belleville
Admission: adults $12; seniors/students/military $10; children $6. (618) 767-6016.
March 2-4
HBA Home Show
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds, Belleville
See story on page 30; (618) 343-6331; www.hbashil.org.
March 9
Camelot Auction and Wines of the Round Table
Fairview Heights Rotary Cost: $40; (618) 791-6733.
March 17
Performance Series: BPO Youth Orchestra
The Hett, Lebanon
The Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra is the nation's second oldest, continuously operated symphony orchestra. (618) 537-6863.
March 24; 7:30 p.m.
The Masterworks Chorale Spring Concert
The Saint Louis Abbey Church, West Saint Louis County. Tickets: Adults $15; Students $10. Purchase tickets in advance at The Basket Case (618) 233-0290; The Vineyard (618) 394-2050; Fezziwig’s Market Place (618) 537-8422. www.singmasterworks.org.
March 25; 3 p.m.
The Masterworks Chorale Spring Concert
St. Clare Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL
Ticket information same as above.
Visit www.thetourismbureau.org for more events and activities.
Feb. 4; 7:30 p.m.
Manuel Ramos in Concert
Union Methodist Church
721 E. Main St. in Belleville
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra violinist to play, freewill offering and a reception follows.
Feb. 9, 16 and 23; 8 p.m.
Group Waltz Lessons with Ballroom Dance Today
Peace Lutheran Church
State Highway 161 at Royal Heights Road, Belleville
Instructors Mel Gutridge and Gabrielle Almgren will teach waltz for absolute beginners for one hour in the Fellowship Hall. Shoes with little or no tread are recommended. The suggested donation is $20 per couple per lesson. All moneys collected go to Peace Lutheran Church. Reservations are advised; e-mail Mel@BallroomDanceToday.com.
For more information, visit www.BallroomDanceToday.com.
Feb. 10; 6 p.m.
9th Annual Soiree pour la Vue: An Evening for Sight
Downtown St. Louis’ Point of View (former Media Club)
30th Floor - 720 Olive Street
Gather your Krewe for an evening of Mardi Gras revelry at a bountiful dinner buffet prepared by Patty Long Catering, two and a half hours of complimentary beverages, and a fantastic silent and oral auction with Emcee Mike Roberts, News Channel 5 meteorologist. (314) 241-3400, ext 6449 or (618) 394-6449; www.mindseyeradio.org.
Feb. 10 and 24; 9:30 a.m.
Muffins & Makeovers
Regions building in Fairview Heights
Start off your TGIF right with a free skincare class. Get the latest info on skincare science, and feel and look great for the rest of your day. Please RSVP to Kristen (618) 444-6410.
Feb.13; 8:30 a.m.
Porter’s in Collinsville
Don't Want A Knee Replacement?
Attend a seminar to learn about a non-surgical option that is accredited by the OsteoArthritis Centers of America and includes the BioniCare Knee System. Seminar and breakfast buffet is free but reservations are required. Please RSVP by calling 1-866-915-9022 or online at www.No2KneePain.com.
Hosted by Associated Physicians Group and BioniCare.
Feb.16; 5 p.m.
Don't Want A Knee Replacement?
Ravanelli's in O'Fallon
Same as above with a dinner buffet.
Feb. 18; 5:30 p.m.
Masterworks Chorale and Children’s Chorus Annual Gala Dinner and Auction
St. Clair Country Club, Belleville
Silent auction, oral auction with Emcee Farmer Dave Schumacher, dinner and Masterworks performance. www.singmasterworks.org.
Feb. 18 - 19
Home, Garden & Business Expo
Centralia Recreational Complex
115 E. 2nd St., Centralia
Annual Home, Garden and Business Expo featuring over 40 exhibitors and two days of "how to" demonstrations. Admission: $1. (618) 532-6789; www.centraliail.com.
Feb. 20 and March 5; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Children’s Museum in Edwardsville
When school is out, the museum is not! Come and play on President’s Day and Casmir Pulaski Day. Admission is $4 per person over age one. (618) 692-2094; www.childrens-museum.net.
Manuel Ramos in Concert
Union Methodist Church
721 E. Main St. in Belleville
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra violinist to play, freewill offering and a reception follows.
Feb. 9, 16 and 23; 8 p.m.
Group Waltz Lessons with Ballroom Dance Today
Peace Lutheran Church
State Highway 161 at Royal Heights Road, Belleville
Instructors Mel Gutridge and Gabrielle Almgren will teach waltz for absolute beginners for one hour in the Fellowship Hall. Shoes with little or no tread are recommended. The suggested donation is $20 per couple per lesson. All moneys collected go to Peace Lutheran Church. Reservations are advised; e-mail Mel@BallroomDanceToday.com.
For more information, visit www.BallroomDanceToday.com.
Feb. 10; 6 p.m.
9th Annual Soiree pour la Vue: An Evening for Sight
Downtown St. Louis’ Point of View (former Media Club)
30th Floor - 720 Olive Street
Gather your Krewe for an evening of Mardi Gras revelry at a bountiful dinner buffet prepared by Patty Long Catering, two and a half hours of complimentary beverages, and a fantastic silent and oral auction with Emcee Mike Roberts, News Channel 5 meteorologist. (314) 241-3400, ext 6449 or (618) 394-6449; www.mindseyeradio.org.
Feb. 10 and 24; 9:30 a.m.
Muffins & Makeovers
Regions building in Fairview Heights
Start off your TGIF right with a free skincare class. Get the latest info on skincare science, and feel and look great for the rest of your day. Please RSVP to Kristen (618) 444-6410.
Feb.13; 8:30 a.m.
Porter’s in Collinsville
Don't Want A Knee Replacement?
Attend a seminar to learn about a non-surgical option that is accredited by the OsteoArthritis Centers of America and includes the BioniCare Knee System. Seminar and breakfast buffet is free but reservations are required. Please RSVP by calling 1-866-915-9022 or online at www.No2KneePain.com.
Hosted by Associated Physicians Group and BioniCare.
Feb.16; 5 p.m.
Don't Want A Knee Replacement?
Ravanelli's in O'Fallon
Same as above with a dinner buffet.
Feb. 18; 5:30 p.m.
Masterworks Chorale and Children’s Chorus Annual Gala Dinner and Auction
St. Clair Country Club, Belleville
Silent auction, oral auction with Emcee Farmer Dave Schumacher, dinner and Masterworks performance. www.singmasterworks.org.
Feb. 18 - 19
Home, Garden & Business Expo
Centralia Recreational Complex
115 E. 2nd St., Centralia
Annual Home, Garden and Business Expo featuring over 40 exhibitors and two days of "how to" demonstrations. Admission: $1. (618) 532-6789; www.centraliail.com.
Feb. 20 and March 5; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Children’s Museum in Edwardsville
When school is out, the museum is not! Come and play on President’s Day and Casmir Pulaski Day. Admission is $4 per person over age one. (618) 692-2094; www.childrens-museum.net.
