Local Happenings
QUINCY — The Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum, 128 N. Fifth, will be the site of a presentation by Arlis Dittmer, local historian and former president of the Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County, on “Courageous Women; Confronting Obstacles in Turbulent Times” on Thursday, March 20 as part of its History Happy Hour program series. The…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will be the host of the Career Spark STEAM Expo from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, March 19, at the Health and Fitness Center. This interactive event is designed to inspire and educate eighth grade students from area schools about the wide range of career paths available in science, technology,…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre’s first show of their QCT Presents series is TheaterWorksUSA’s, “Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical.” This dynamic new production is based on the Creatrilogy series of books by New York Times bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds – “The Dot,” “Ish” and “Sky Color.” “Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical” will…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Clarity Healthcare invites the public to the third annual Strollin’ Through the Colon event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center in Hannibal. This event is free to attend. People can stroll through the 20-foot inflatable replica…
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QUINCY — A benefit will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at Southside Boat Club for Brandon Meyer, who is battling pancreatic cancer. Meyer was diagnosed on Dec. 20, 2024, and his treatment continues. The day will include a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and bake sale. Maidrites will be served.…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will be the host of FAME Night from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, March 17, at the Workforce Development Center to provide students and parents with information about the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program. The event will introduce attendees to hands-on training opportunities, paid work experience…
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EWING, Mo. — Heartland Resources, Inc. will be holding a steak dinner fundraiser at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, in the Queen of Peace Hall. The dinner will be supplied and cooked by the Lewis and Marion Counties Cattlemen’s Association. Tickets are $50 per guest. The evening will include a silent auction and musical…
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QUINCY — St. Rose Parish Hall, 715 Chestnut, will be the site of a drive-thru dinner from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day. Three meal options will be offered: Cars should enter through the alley off Eighth Street to place orders. The cost is $14 per meal.
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Golden Globe and Emmy Award winning actor Kelsey Grammer is performing a second show at the Legacy Theater in Carthage at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 22. Tickets for the June 22 show are now available at the Legacy Theater box office and on line. Tickets for the first show on June…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission continues its year-long celebration with an honor musicians’ concert at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, in the Morrison Theater at Quincy Junior High School. The concert will feature high school musicians from Liberty, Camp Point Central, Payson Seymour, Mendon Unity, Quincy Notre Dame and Quincy High School.…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center is offering the Meals with Memorial: Prep and Go! workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, at the Teaching Kitchen, 1454 N. County Road 2050. This hands-on workshop, led by registered dietitians Ashlyn Housewright and Julie Shoemaker along with chef Amber Clark, will…
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QUINCY — As part of the Quincy 40 Days for Life campaign, Attorney April S. Wood of 40 Days of Life Institute of Law and Justice will speak in Quincy at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, at the Knights of Columbus, Father McGivney Hall, 700 S. 36th. Wood will speak on how working for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center will present “Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild,” an exhibition showcasing 31 of Mangelsen’s most iconic and resonant wildlife images, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, March 14 through May 31, offering visitors a breathtaking journey into the world of some of nature’s most awe-inspiring creatures.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s fifth concert of its 2024-25 concert season, featuring Beach Boys tribute band, Sail On, is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. Performing all the group’s classic hits, plus some treasures from The Beach…
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Crow Town is a captivating anthology of short stories that brings together the talents of diverse international authors including local author Wess Haubrich. This unique collection features writers from various backgrounds. Their enchanting stories are united by the appearance of a crow in every tale. Blending elements of fantasy, comedy, and light horror, Crow Town…
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STOUTSVILLE, Mo. — The team at Mark Twain State Park invites the public to join them for a volunteer workday starting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, March 15. Participants will help build a new trail in the 107 Recreation Area. The new Ben Sapp Memorial Trail will be a 1.1-mile hiking-only trail that traverses woodlands and…
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Due to growth in our company, Brumbaugh Tree Service is currently hiring! If you are hardworking, self-motivated, love working outdoors, and are interested in joining our team, let’s talk! Call us at 217-223-0938 or check our website for more details.
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Chorus, directed by Phyllis Robertson, will perform favorite show tunes at its spring pops concert, “Celebrate Broadway,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in Salem Church. The chorus will perform music from “Les Miserables,” “Newsies,” “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Jersey Boys,” “Come From Away” and many others. From…
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JWCC to offer 'Agriculture: Find Your Path Day' on Thursday to inspire next generation of ag leaders
BAYLIS, Ill. — John Wood Community College invites students, educators and community members to “Agriculture: Find Your Path Day,” an immersive event designed to explore the opportunities in agriculture, from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, March 13, at the JWCC Ag Center, 37803 Illinois 104. The program will offer participants a hands-on experience with…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A nature program for the family, “Nature’s Ink,” will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Hannibal Arts Council activity room at 105 S. Main. This program is co-sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation, Hannibal Arts Council, Hannibal BASF and Mississippi Hills Chapter of Master Naturalists. Local…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Nearly 40 years before the TikTok craze, author and visual artist William S. Burroughs encouraged his students to try “walking on colors” as a way to connect memories and to release imagination and creativity. “Another exercise that is very effective is walking on colors … I was walking on yellow when I…
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QUINCY — Josie Basket Project will hold its second annual Bingo Night on Friday, March 14, at the Machinist’s Lodge, 2929 N. Fifth. Cost is $20 for 10 games, and daubers are sold for $3 each at this cash-only event. A basket auction will be held during the evening. Participants can bring their own beverage…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of the Debra K. Scoggin-Myers: Rural Retrospective art exhibition. The exhibit features Scoggin-Myers artwork in pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic paints. Her work earned Best of Show at the 30th Anniversary Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase. “This body…
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HANNIBAL, Mo.— The Alliance Art Gallery in Hannibal is welcoming Carol Clay Mann as a guest artist during the month of March. A Hannibal native who now resides in Quincy, Ill., Mann retired after 27 years of teaching art full-time as a K-12 instructor, the last 20 years in the Highland School District. Mann is…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is offering a nature program called “Springtime Stargazing” at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 7, in Riverview Park. People attending should meet at Frisbee Field. Gale Rublee, HPR nature educator, will lead the program with the help of members of the Mississippi Hills Master Naturalists. In a press release,…
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