Local Happenings
QUINCY — Bella Ease, 707 Broadway, will hold a summer kickoff from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, featuring food, art, music, face painting, games and the opportunity to learn how Bella Ease is partnering with various Quincy organizations. People attending can sign up their children in grades 4-12 for a variety of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The LWV of Adams County will hear from Carrie Bross and Adrienne Abright during its Tuesday, June 3, meeting at 6 p.m. at the Quincy Public Library. Bross and Abright are the founders of Voices for Choice, which works to maintain, protect and ensure human rights for bodily autonomy. The group is primarily…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Northeast Missouri Humane Society will be holding a yard sale fundraiser from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 31, at Lucky’s Lane, offering everything from pet treats to toys to hand-made yarn. The Munchbox and Kind Coffee will be on site offering food for sale with a percentage of their…
Read Full Article QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s JDub Academy is back this summer with an exciting lineup of hands-on, educational courses for students in grades K-12. The program offers opportunities for kids to explore interests, build skills and discover future career pathways — all in a fun, engaging environment with more than 50 classes to choose…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, continues Art Adventures, its creative project series, at 5:30 p.m. Friday, June 6. The June Art Adventure is a creative project for grades K-5. Participation registration includes all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. Students will unleash their creativity and craft their designs using a…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Miss Hannibal Organization will present Cruisin’ America’s Hometown, a celebration and community send-off for titleholders as they prepare to compete as delegates at the Miss Missouri competition. Serving as ambassadors of Hannibal, these women will experience a two-day tour and showcase. The public is invited to join selected events and celebrate…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, invites the public to explore the creative process of papermaking with fiber artist Shannon Brock during a hands-on workshop from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 31. In this three-hour session, participants will learn the fundamentals of papermaking and craft their paper vessel…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Health and Wellness Center at Memorial Hospital recently announced a summer full of engaging educational programs for children and families. Designed to promote healthy habits and active lifestyles, this year’s lineup includes hands-on summer camps, creative food experiences and inclusive community events. The classes will be taught by Memorial Hospital’s registered…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House, in conjunction with the Women’s City Club, will offer its annual gala, Dine and Dance with the Bulls, at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Quincy Country Club. This year’s dinner party features entertainment by Jazmin, a live auction and a raffle for a $2,800…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Downtown Summer Concert Series is back for another season of local entertainment in Macomb’s Chandler Park, beginning June 4. The series kicks off with a performance by Mari Loehrlein, taking the stage from noon to 1 p.m. at the gazebo in historic downtown Macomb. Guests are encouraged to bring their lunch…
Read Full Article PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Registrations are now being accepted for a no-cost community cholesterol and wellness screening offered by Blessing Health System from 7:30 to 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, June 5, at the Pike County Senior Center, 220 West Adams. Register online at events.blessinghealth.org or call 217-277-5000. This screening will include a no-cost cholesterol screening, blood…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission will host a special commemoration event on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, to recognize and celebrate legacy businesses and organizations that have served Adams County for 150 years or more. The ceremony will take place during a brief break in the Quincy Park Band concert at Madison Park,…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinic Mobile recently announced it is rolling out a series of superhero-powered events this summer designed to crush summer boredom, strengthen young minds and help build bright futures in Hancock County. The “Memorial Healthy Heroes, Assemble,” hosted by the Memorial Medical Clinic Mobile team, will take place on Tuesdays and…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Youngsters are invited to bring their bike and their families to Blessing Health Hannibal’s annual Ride Cool event from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 31, at Blessing Health Hannibal, 100 Medical Drive, to increase their bicycle riding safety knowledge and skill. The first 250 children at Ride Cool will receive…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The American Legion Hall, 3819 Hwy MM, will be the site for a Memorial Day service presented by Emmette J. Sheilds Post 55 of the American Legion. The service will begin at 10 a.m. Monday and use the following agenda: Shorter services will be held at the following times and locations:
Read Full Article QUINCY — Jen’s Dance Academy will present its 25th anniversary recital “Impossible Comes True” at 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, at Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. Tickets will be available at the door. The recital will feature more than 100 students ages 2 and up in the styles of ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Cancer survivors and their loved ones are invited to join the Blessing Hospital Cancer Center team in Quincy on Friday, May 30, to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day from 1 to 3 p.m. in the parking lot at 11th and College. There is no cost to attend the event. Cancer survivors – no…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Two new boats will be docking in Hannibal this spring. Both are artistic renditions of water vessels representing stories of how history has been impacted by waterways. First to arrive is a three-dimensional boat crafted from fabric by Quincy artist Ann Miller Titus titled “Paperboat.” Titus was commissioned in the fall of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Day, Quincy Medical Group (QMG) and the QMG Foundation invite the community to Hope Grows Here, a special event honoring people who have faced or are facing a cancer diagnosis, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at the QMG Cancer Institute, 3301 Broadway. “Every…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — To better understand what you can do to prevent a stroke and for stroke survivors to navigate life after a stroke, Hannibal Regional will host a stroke education expo in recognition of Stroke Awareness Month from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, in the Hannibal Conference Center just inside Hannibal…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The upcoming exhibits at the Hannibal Arts Council showcasing a range of media will be on display from May 30 through June 28 at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. A Friday night preview will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 30, featuring musician Jerry Rosenkrans and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is participating in the federally funded Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Under the SFSP, nutritious meals are provided free of charge to children 18 years and under. The meals will be served at The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. Meals are available Monday through…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Students of Heinze Dance Academy will present their 32nd annual spring dance concerts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, and at 1 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at Quincy Junior High School Morrison Theater. Tickets will be available at the door. The concert will feature more than 200 students ages 3 and…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Explore the natural world through guided programs thanks to the combination of perfect weather, abundant wildlife and rich natural resources. Upcoming programs offered by Hannibal Parks and Recreation are: “Night Magic,” a night hike through Sodalis Nature Preserve, will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 23. Those attending should…
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