IT'S BAAACK! EARLY FALL CALENDAR

August 21 Pedal for Autism Registration online

A family, fun bicycling event held on the Madison County Transit Trails. This event includes a 2, 9, 25, 40 and a Metric Century Ride. Register at

www.illinoiscenterforautism.org.

August 26; Noon 27th Annual House Raffle Drawing

Big Brothers Big Sisters annual raffle will draw the winner on this day. www.bbbsil.org.

August 27; 2 to 11 p.m. The Catalina Wine Mixer

The Weingarten in Belleville

Live music, wine tastings, food trucks, yard games and food/drink specials! www.theweingarten.com.

August 27-28 Waterloo Homecoming, Courthouse Square

Annual festival featuring rides, games, music and a variety of food and drink. (618) 939-8600;

www.waterloo.il.us.

August 27-29 33rd Salute To The Arts Moody Park on Longacre Drive, Fairview Heights

Enjoy beautiful art, lots of great music; children’s gallery and Creation Station; food and drinks; and more.

www.midwestsalute.com.

August 28; 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Maryville Concert in Firemen’s Park

Abby Road Warriors sponsored by Maryville Parks and Recreation. www.vil.maryville.il.us.

September 4; 4 to 8 p.m. An Evening of Jazz at the Park Shiloh Community Park

Featuring the Jay Dover Jazz Trio with intermission selections by CMSgt (Ret) Bob Ellison, tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door to benefit the Metro East Diaper Bank. Visit the web site for more information:

www.metroeastdiaperbank.org.

September 11; 7 p.m. 2nd Annual Evening on Abend St. with the Belleville Philharmonic 221 Abend St. in Belleville

Bring a lawn chair and come out to enjoy an enchanted evening beneath the stars, while the harmonious sounds of the Belleville Philharmonic fill the evening air. Wine and charcuterie boxes will be available. Your donation will go directly to support the Belleville Philharmonic Society. www.bellevillephilharmonic.org.

September 11-12; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Craft and Vendor Show

Belle-Clair Fairgrounds in Belleville

Goodie bags, door prizes and show specials. Admission $3 at the door. www.bcfairgrounds.net.

September 16; 6 to 9 p.m. Wine For Whiskers 2021

The Weingarten in Belleville

Benefitting the Belleville Humane Society; Tickets are $60 including dinner and two drink tickets.

www.bahspets.com.

September 17-18

Belleville Oktoberfest

Celebrating Belleville’s German heritage: food, fun, games and music. Hear great music on three different stages. www.bellevilleoktoberfest.com.

September 17-18

Italian Fest - Collinsville, Main Street

Since 1984, Collinsville has been celebrating its Italian culture and heritage - the foundation of the city. Enjoy Collinsville's largest parade on Saturday at 4 p.m.

(618) 344-2884; www.italianfest.net.

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Calendar continues from page 25 September 18; 6 to 10 p.m. Illinois Center for Autism's Dinner Benefit Light Up The Night St. Clair Country Club

The annual dinner and auction. www.illinoiscenterforautism.org.

September 18 Street Art Fest in Highland

Around the downtown square.

www.highlandillinois.com/StreetArtFestival. September 24-26 Edwardsville Art Fair at City Park

Featuring the original works of approximately 100 accomplished artists plus local food and drink, the fair is for the family to see art, make art and buy art!

www.edwardsvilleartscenter.com.

September 25; 7 a.m. Belleville Main Street Marathon*

*Please note, because of COVID-19 guidelines in place during the planning stages for the 2021 race, the course was modified in a significant way in order to comply with those guidelines and allow for a safe event for participants/volunteers.

www.bellevillemarathon.com.

October 6; 8 a.m. start Illinois Center Tee Off Fore Autism Golf Tournament At Far Oaks Golf Club

This year will include both a men and a women's division. www.illinoiscenterforautism.org.

October 8-9; 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Annual Chili Cook-Off in Belleville

This annual event is back on in 2021! Great food, drinks and music. (618) 233-2015;

www.bellevillechili.com.

October 16; 9:30 a.m. check in Walk for Mental Health and Scavenger Hunt for the Kids with Prizes At Moody Park in Fairview Heights

Check in is at 9:30 a.m. and the walk will begin at 10 a.m. A light picnic lunch will follow. www.namiswi.org.

November 6-7 O’Fallon Band Boosters Art & Craft Fair OTHS Smiley Campus

A Metro-East tradition for 40 years, this annual Art and Craft fair features 350 booths with talented artists and crafters from across the region. This Fair is one of the largest and well-known in the St. Louis, Metro-East area. Enjoy the music of the Madrigal Singers and a visit from Santa while you shop. You will be impressed with our fabulous food, featuring homemade breakfast and lunch selections, and wonderful desserts. The fair will be run by booster volunteers, as well as members of the award-winning OTHS bands and color guard. All proceeds directly benefit our band and color guard programs. Tickets sold at door: $4 Adult, $2 Children aged 2-10, and Weekend Pass - $5. No Strollers allowed - Medical Assist Devices always welcomed on the OTHS Smiley Campus. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.othsbands.com or

www.facebook.com/othsartandcraftfair.

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