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Takin’ It To The Street

Jill Moon|The Edge ON THE COVER: Edwardsville Public Library Director Jill Schardt, left, Head Librarian of Adult Services Jacob Del Rio and Head Librarian of Youth Services Megan Prueter, all of Edwardsville, Illinois, stand in front of the historic Carnegie library building at 112 S. Kansas Street, in Edwardsville, Illinois. At the dawn of the 20th century, Scottish steel magnate Andrew Carnegie, in an attempt to disperse his considerable wealth, began to donate money to towns both small and large for the establishment of public libraries. Work began on this building in 1904, and it was dedicated on June 28, 1906.

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Edwardsville Public Library offers modern mix

By Jill Moon jill.moon@hearst.com

EDWARDSVILLE — The city’s public library isn’t your parents’ library — accessibility to online resources and non-reading material are par for the course.

In a melding of traditional printed and electronic media, such as audio and e-books, the Edwardsville Public Library is the city’s “go to” resource, offering 20 Wi-Fi “hotspots,” which is a device that can provide internet access without using a personal data plan; telescope; and, two sets of binoculars, coming later this summer, as well as what you’d expect — books.

“The hotspots are great for kids to use if you’re on a long car ride,” Edwardsville Public Library Director Jill Schardt noted.

Classics and best sellers are available in print and electronically, for both children and adults.

“We are a great source for audio and e-books,” said the Edwardsville Public Library administrative staff’s Jacob Del Rio, head librarian of adult services, who’s worked at the library for 18 years.

Edwardsville Public Library’s Summer Reading program gives all ages a chance to indulge in the library’s offerings, at individuals’ leisure. There are prizes to be won or just good reading to be had.

Youth and adults can vie for a grand prize this summer through reading, and adults can track their reading either with a paper log or through the Beanstack app.

While the library offers library cards with their new colorful logo, the library staff still appreciates seeing the older cards.

“I tell patrons, ‘Don’t let that go, it’s history,’” Del Rio, of Edwardsville, said to The Edge.

A well-used card represents a rich history of lifelong learning, which is Edwardsville Public Library’s vision for where it’s going.

Also, in the last year, under Schardt’s direc-

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tion, the library has grown as a community force in relation to her and the board of directors’ mission.

Schardt recently met with an alderman for the city of Edwardsville to collaborate and create the inaugural Edwardsville Book Festival, happening Saturday, Sept. 7, in verdant City Park, which is the library’s vast “front yard.“ “He approached us about a book festival and we all worked together to get the craft vendors and entertainment,” Schardt recalled. “It’s really been a group effort and we are very excited to be able to offer this to the community.”

Schardt, a certified public accountant, began working at the Edwardsville Public Library six years ago as its accountant, but realized the lifeblood of keeping a nonprofit public resource ensconced in the community.

“The ideal situation, starting here part time as an accountant, starting out observing, I really wanted to do more outreach into the community,” said Schardt, of Edwardsville, who has been the director since April of last year. “The administrative staff is incredible.

We were in the (Edwardsville) Halloween parade after a while of not participating. We built our float together as an organization and enjoyed participating in this well-loved community event.”

Since then the administrative staff has made great strides toward Schardt’s shared goal of becoming more involved and visible in the community.

Last week Schardt met at the N.O. Nelson campus of Lewis and Clark Community College with its FabLab manager, Tom Whitten, with whom the library is working on a partnership to bring the lab’s resources to library patrons and create awareness of this makerspace right here in the center of Edwardsville. The FabLab is a resource for advanced fabrication production of all kinds — and, since Schardt’s tenure began, she has worked to build relationships within the larger Edwardsville community, including with the Rotary Clubs of Edwardsville and Goshen, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Edwardsville-based nonprofits, including Watershed See LIBRARY, Page 5

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Edwardsville Public Library Children’s and Teen Summer Reading Program

For The Edge Young patrons participate during an Edwardsville Public Library Entertainer Afternoons event, Sheltered Reality, last week.

Teen Summer Events • Take on the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge throughout the summer!

Online registration at the Beanstack app or go to the Summer Reading page at edwardsvillelibrary.org to log books and the time spent reading, write reviews and earn badges. Watch for badges to earn your prizes and visit the library to collect them and enter the grand prize drawing. Complete additional logs for more entries. All reading challenges must be completed by July 31 to redeem prizes and entries.

Grand prize drawing will be held Aug. 1 and winners will be contacted by telephone.

• Takeover Tuesdays — 1 p.m. movie matinees; 7 p.m. Game Night Dungeons & Dragons • Advisory Board — 7 - 8:30 p.m. July 18 • Yoga — 1 -2 p.m. July 14 • After Hours Event (registration required) — 7 - 8:30 p.m. July 19 Harry Potter Escape Room Special Events • Reading in Nature —10 - 11:30 a.m. July 11, 18 & 25 @ Watershed Nature Center • Kindermusik (registration required) — 1 p.m. July 11 • The Greatest Showman: Interactive Movies (registration required) —July 27

LIBRARY Continued from Page 4 Nature Center.

Youth Services Librarian Megan Prueter has worked closely with the Watershed Nature Center and the community benefits directly from this community partnership. Watershed participates in the library’s Summer Reading kick-off event, and the library staff are involved in the Watershed’s Reading in Nature program. Prueter, of Edwardsville, worked at the library during college,

returning for a full-time position, now crafting youth programming for the last five years.

The library is part and parcel of the city of Edwardsville and overseen by a board of directors and the library’s administrative staff.

“This is the first year using the Beanstack app and, at first, some patrons were unsure about it, but the feedback has shown youth are motivated more because they receive immediate gratification by earning electronic badges, which they can show at the library to redeem prizes donated by community partners and the Edwardsville Library Friends,”

Schardt noted.

Yet, for adults who have participated in the library’s reading program for years, they have choices.

“We still offer the analogue option in the adult Summer Reading program,” Del Rio explained. “The app ‘gamifies’ the program for kids, who get the graphic badges, and we’ve seen more response from kids.”

Still offering adults who participate in Summer Reading a gift of appreciation consisting of an ink pen, on which the Edwardsville Public Library’s new logo See LIBRARY, Page 6

It’s Showtime at Your Library!

• Take on the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge throughout the summer!

Online registration at the Beanstack app or go to the Summer Reading page at edwardsvillelibrary.org to sign up for your age group challenge, earn badges and a grand prize by logging all of your reading and keep track of all of your summer activities. As you earn badges, you will be able to redeem coupons and passes donated by many Edwardsville businesses and organizations, a free book and entries to grand prize drawings. All reading challenges must be completed by July 31 to redeem prizes and entries. The grand prize drawing will be held Aug. 1 and winners will be contacted by telephone.

• Entertainer Afternoons at 1 p.m. Wednesdays.

July 10 The Celia & Little Celia Show July 17 Professor Leland Summer Story Times — no registration required!

Through July 18 • Books for Babies - 10 a.m. Mondays • Fun for Ones - 11 a.m. Mondays • Time for Twos - 10 a.m. Tuesdays; 10:30 a.m. playgroup • Preschool - 10 a.m. Tuesdays; 10:30 a.m. playgroup • Fun all summer • Math Club through July 31 — ages 3 and older • Weekly Drawing through July 28 — enter your name each time you visit the library for a chance to win a free book. Winners drawn weekly and contacted by telephone.

• Hidden Picture Hunt through July 14 • Take Home Craft — every two weeks a new craft available at the Youth Desk to take home and make through July 19 • Lego Club 4 p.m. July 18 • Kids Movie Matinees 1 p.m. Mondays • Read to a Dog 6 p.m. first & third Tuesdays

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LIBRARY Continued from Page 5 is imprinted, and a tasty bag of popcorn.

Today’s Edwardsville Public Library blends traditional and electronic media, for which the library is a rich economic resource to its patrons.

“People who haven’t been to the library for years will find if they have an Edwardsville Public Library card, they can access audio and e-books without having to pay for a subscription to other apps,” Schardt said. “We’re always trying to listen and adapt to stay relevant in the community.”

Edwardsville Public Library cardholders can access electronic databases and resources at no additional cost with their library card, such as Cloud Library; Hoopla; Mango Language; Lynda.com; Consumer Reports; Novelist Plus; RB Digital; and, Kanopy apps.

“Many patrons haven’t been in the public library since the eighties, but we have the newest audio and e-books,” Del Rio noted.

“We invite the community to come in and explore all of the resources and programming we offer our community. We aim to both

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Edwardsville Public Library by the numbers 2018-19 243,880 total items checked out 138,164 library visitors 17,515 people attended programs 13,062 computer lab usage 8,121 materials added 6,595 active library card holders 4,734 social media followers 2,202 youth and adult Summer Reading participants 991 new cards issued

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LIBRARY Continued from Page 6 enrich and entertain.”

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MOUNT JOY ST. PAUL UNITED CHURCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST OF CHRIST CHURCH OF 3277 Bluff Rd. Edwardsville, IL EDWARDSVILLE 656-1500

327 Olive Street • Edw, IL Rev. Diane C. Grohmann 656-0845 Steve Jackson, Pastor

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Wed. Early Morning Prayer: 5:00 a.m.

Our Facility is Handicap Accessible Wed. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

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1 District Drive, 310Edwardsville South Main, Edwardsville

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Rev. Aaron Worship: Myers,9:00 Pastor Traditional a.m.

Bible Studies, Family, Youth & College Contemporary Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Ministries Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Youth: 9:30 a.m. Worship /5:30 11:15p.m. a.m. Sunday School Phone: Dr. James618-307-6590 Brooks, Lead Minister Macy Sullens, www.providencepres.net Youth and Childrens’ Minister

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MOUNT JOY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF EDWARDSVILLE

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ST. BONIFACE UNITED METHODIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 131 N. MainEdwardsville St., Glen Carbon, 110 N. Buchanan 656-6450 IL

Very Reverend Goeckner 288-5700 Dr.Jeffrey Penelope H. Barber

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30p.m. a.m.

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Rev.Early Jeff Wrigley, Assoc Minister Wed. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. www.fccedwardsville.org www.mtjoymbc.org

Sacrament of Reconciliation: &Worship Thurs. -- 8:15 6 pm& 10:45a.m.

SundayWed., Morning Saturday 3:30-4:00 Sunday-School - 9:30 pm a.m.

Saturday Vigil Mass - 4:15 pm Sunday Mass Mid-Week evening 8:15 am,- Every 10:15Wednesday am, 5:15 pm Youth Bible Study - 6-7:30 Spanish Mass - 12:15 pmp.m.

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ST. BONIFACE NEW BETHEL CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST 110131 N. Buchanan Edwardsville 656-6450 N. Main St., Glen Carbon, IL

310 South Main, Edwardsville 327 Olive 656-7498 Street • Edw, IL 656-0845 Traditional Worship: 9:00 a.m.

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327 Olive Street • Edw, IL Rev. Diane C. Grohmann 656-0845 Steve Jackson, Pastor Sunday Worship

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Sunday Mass 8:15 am, 10:15 am, 5:15 pmMid-Week - Every Wednesday evening Spanish 12:15p.m. pm Youth Bible Mass Study --6-7:30 Daily Mass Adult Schedule Classes-&Mon., 5:45 pm Tues., Thurs., - 8:00p.m. am Prayer Shawl MinistryFri. - 6:30-7:30 Wed., & Thurs. - 6:45 pm All Are Welcome Fully Accessible Facilities www.st-boniface.com www.newbethelumc.org

St. Mary’s Parish

1802 Madison Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 656-4857 Weekend Masses: 407 Edwardsville Rd. (Rt. 162) Saturdays pm Troy, IL 5:00 62294 Sundays 667-6241 8:00 am & 10:30 am AndySaturday Adams,3:30 Pastor Confessions to 4:30 pm Sunday Daily Worship: Mass: 8 a.m., 10:15 a.m. &8:00 10:45 Tues.,9 a.m., 6:30 pm, Wed-Fri., ama.m.

Wednesday Evening Youth Services www.stmaryedw.org Newoffice@stmaryedw.org Life Student Ministry email: www.troyumc.org St. Mary’s School (618) 656-1230

EDEN CHURCH 903 N. Second Street Edwardville, IL 62025 656-4330

407 Edwardsville Rd. (Rt. 162) John Roberts, Senior Pastor Troy, IL 62294 Sunday Worship: 667-6241 Traditional Andy Adams, Service Pastor 8:00 AM Sunday School 9:15 AM Sunday Worship: Service 8 a.m., 9 a.m.,Contemporary 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. 10:30 AM Wednesday EDEN Evening Youth Services New Life Student Ministry CHURCH www.troyumc.org www.edenchurch-edw.org

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903 N. “OSecond SON OFStreet SPIRIT! TheEdwardville, best beloved ofILall62025 things in My sight is Justice; turn not away therefrom if thou 656-4330 desirest Me, andSenior neglectPastor it not that I may John Roberts, confide in thee. Verily justice is My gift to Sunday Worship: thee and the sign of My loving kindness.”

Traditional Service 8:00 AM ~ Baha’u’llah Sunday School 9:15 AM Contemporary Service The Bahá’is of 10:30 Edwardsville AM warmly EDEN welcome and invite you to investigate the CHURCH teachings of the Bahá’i Faith. www.edenchurch-edw.org For more information call (618) 656-4142 or email: Bahai.Edwardsville@sbcglobal.net P.O. Box 545 Edwardsville, IL 62025 www.bahai.us

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A scene from the movie “Toy Story 4.”

‘Toy Story 4’ a darn good movie, avoids stale feeling

By Robert D. Grubaugh For The Edge A quarter century since Pixar first launched its signature franchise, the toys are back in town and “Toy Story 4” made its recent debut to middling reviews but stellar box office results. I’m here to tell you, though, that while it can’t possibly live up to the emotional heft of “Toy Story 3,” it’s a darn good movie and absolutely avoids any stale feelings that most series begin to retread by a fourth installment.

Tom Hanks is aces as the befuddled, takecharge Sheriff Woody and many new characters are introduced. Plus, Bo Peep (Annie Potts) returns after an absence that feels like forever with a huge supporting turn that shows that life for a toy doesn’t just exist in the playroom or the bedroom. But, we know that, the toys have already taught us this — and so much more.

With our core group of playthings now living the charmed life with young Bonnie

(Madeleine McGraw), the picture opens with a shift in the dynamic of Bonnie’s bedroom.

Woody is no longer the alpha toy. Jessie (Joan Cusack) often shares her sheriff’s badge for long stretches of time and Bonnie wants to play with a toy that more accurately looks like herself. Even Dolly (Bonnie Hunt) is “mayor,” meaning that our old pal Woody isn’t even in on most of the decision making.

It’s this situation that leads him to commit the rogue act of stowing away to attend Bonnie’s first day of kindergarten to make sure she has an option to rely on if things don’t go well.

During Woody’s escapade he unwittingly helps Bonnie “make” a new friend, Forky (Tony Hale), a googly-eyed anthropomorphic spork with pipe cleaner arms, Popsicle-stick legs, and a healthy fear of the world, after being unceremoniously created by child magic. The two-time Emmy winner is the breakout star of the movie with Forky’s every dark, manic line a gem when spoken by the actor known for his jittery delivery. Woody

becomes Forky’s de facto bodyguard because he knows how important a new toy can be to a growing kid.

During an RV road trip vacation at the end of the summer, the toy brigade becomes fragmented with Woody and Forky trying to catch up after the latter’s one of many attempts to escape toy-dom for his dream of returning to the garbage. Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) leads the others with a one-note bit of comedy that annoys so often that it finally becomes funny, trying to delay the RV at a campground long enough for a reunion.

In between, two new worlds are unlocked for us all to enjoy: a local carnival where the comedy stylings of Bunny (Jordan Peele) and Ducky (Keegan-Michael Key) join the ensemble, and at Second Chance Antiques, where Woody gets caught up in the past and meets a whole slew of toys and the film’s villain.

In the dusty antique shop, Woody spots a familiar lamp, which leads him to an ultimate reconnection with Bo Peep, who has been

living there for years. The years were spent developing a penchant for living the “lost toy life” and not having to follow the rules of the bedroom. She’s now a rebel, a butt-kicking heroine that spends her time repairing broken friends and dodging bullies, like Christina Hendricks’ Gabby Gabby, a malevolent doll with a stoic menace about her that makes her even more chilling than Stinky Pete, Lotso, or any of the other “bad guys” the “Toy Story” series has previously thrown at us. Gabby Gabby kidnaps Forky and ransoms him back to Woody for some unwanted cooperation.

The movie is a whirlwind of fantastic, glossy fun with all our old friends. It also ends on a somber note with a great air of finality. And, there’s another great Keanu Reeves cameo for this summer as Duke Caboom, Canada’s greatest stuntman. This guy’s having some kind of 2019.

“Toy Story 4” runs 100 minutes and is rated G for all audiences. I give this film three stars out of four.

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History of the Edwardsville Public Library

Compiled by Amy Anson, Kevin Becker & Amanda Endicott, from edwardsvillelibrary.org

In 1819, Edwardsville was on the western frontier of the United States. Less than a year after Illinois became a state, the progressive frontier town was already home to a free public library. This first library, which preceded the current Carnegie library building by nearly 100 years, was chartered in 1823. It consisted of 121 items and a single librarian, John H. Randle. The original book catalog of this library has been preserved and is still viewable today.

Although this first library endured only a short time, it remains one of the oldest libraries in Illinois and the foundation upon which the current library rests. In the absence of a formal library, the essence of the library was preserved by a group of dedicated women, who tended the collection as it moved to various locations around Edwardsville. In 1879, The Edwardsville Public Library staff last April during Staff the library was permanently rechartered.

Development Day. At the dawn of the 20th century, a collision of fate, community and a Scottish steel magnate, Andrew Carnegie, would radically change the library’s history. Carnegie, in an attempt to disperse his considerable wealth, began to donate money to towns both small and large for the establishment of public libraries.

In 1903 Edwardsville resident Charles Boeschenstein, the publisher of The Intelligencer and a former mayor, wrote Carnegie to request funds to erect a library building. Through Boeschenstein’s efforts, Edwardsville received $12,500 for the construction of a permanent home for the public library. The city of Edwardsville complemented Carnegie’s offer by donating a parcel of land in the city park for the library to occupy.

Work began in 1904, and the building was dedicated on June 28, 1906.

In March 1956, as the renovation was drawing to a close, Edwardsville’s residents were in Champaign supporting the boy’s basketball team. On that fateful night the history of the Edwardsville Library changed drastically. An overheated stone hearth in the childrens’ reading room is believed to have started a fire, which quickly consumed the contents of the library. No one was hurt, but most of the collection was destroyed by fire, smoke or water. The stone walls survived the fire, and with the support of the community, the rebuilding of the Carnegie library began immediately.

The library reopened its doors in 1957.

In 1978, the Edwardsville Library Friends formed.

One hundred years in this Carnegie library would not have been possible without a strong symbiosis between library staff and the community. The library maintains a tradition of change, adapting to the needs of Edwardsville’s residents who continue to patronize and support the library.

Edwardsville Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program Reading for prizes isn’t just for kids!

Grown-ups can join the adult summer reading program, which ends July 31. For programs that require registration call 618-692-7556 or visit edwardsvillelibrary.org to register.

You can win $100 in gift cards or an Apple television.

The Edwardsville Library Friends donate the prizes. Stop in the library or check edwardsvillelibrary.org for details.

Upcoming adult services’ programs include: • History of the Belleville Skyview Drive-In — 7 p.m. Monday, July 17 What better way to spend a summer evening than seeing a drive-in movie?

For those curious as to how this experience came to be, join the library for a glimpse into the history of the Belleville Skyview Drive-In—celebrating its 70th year of business this year. Owner Steve Bloomer will lead the discussion. This program is free and no registration is required.

• Action/Sports Photography — 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Local photographer Jenn Mishra discusses tips and tricks for capturing sports photography. Topics include choosing good places to capture the action, camera settings for fast action, and some more advanced techniques often used in sports photography. Bring a camera and user manuals. Registration required.

• Estate Planning 101 — 10 - 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 Learn the basic steps of estate planning, including the function of a will and the different types of trusts, presented by financial advisor Aaron von Qualen and attorney Ashley Day. Registration is required for this seminar.

Series in adult programming • Movie Matinees — 12 p.m., library meeting room Bring a brown bag lunch, library provides beverages and popcorn.

Friday, July 26 — 1950 film featuring Gloria Swanson as a fading movie star who enlists a young screenwriter to come to her aid for a comeback, but her ego turns the challenge into an uphill battle.

Friday, Aug. 23 — A pianist and an actress fall in love while attempting to reconcile their aspirations for the future in this modern musical set in Los Angeles.

• Chair Yoga — 10 a.m. Wednesdays, July 10 & Aug. 14 • Coloring for Grown-ups — 2 - 4 p.m. Saturdays, July 13 & Aug. 10 • Coventry Crafters — 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fridays, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2 & 16 and 7 - 8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5.

• Book Discussion Group — 7 - 8 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month, visit edwardsvillelibrary.org for book titles.

‘A Better Place to Play’ Plummer Family Park Project

Receives $120,000 Check from Glen-Ed Soccer Organization

The Edge

EDWARDSVILLE — The Glen-Ed Soccer organization recently presented a $120,000 check to Plummer Family Park.

Plummer Family Park is the most recent development in the city of Edwardsville’s “A Better Place to Play” campaign. The campaign focus is to enhance recreation facilities in the city to be enjoyed by local residents and surrounding communities. The latest project, Plummer Family Park, is under construction and expected to be completed this fall. The new sports park is located on Goshen Road, about one mile east of the YMCA-

Meyer Center.

The Glen-Ed Soccer board members presented the check to Edwardsville Mayor Hal Patton, Parks and Recreation Director Bob Pfeiffer and staff at Plummer Family Park earlier this month. The organization’s donation pays for usage and installation of a third turf field, signifying its mission of offering quality sports opportunities. The Glen-Ed Sports Association focuses on individual and team development through improvement of skill, knowledge, teamwork and self-esteem.

Plummer Family Park will consist of four baseball/softball fields (including one acces-

sible field), 12 pickleball courts, six multipurpose fields, a concession/pavilion building and all associated parking, roadway, lighting and landscaping that will support the park functions.

Patton said he is excited about the progress that Plummer Family Park has made since construction began. He is looking forward to the many other benefits the sports park will provide, including the ability to host regular community groups and leagues with the potential for hosting larger-scale tournaments and events, bringing added tourism revenue to the Edwardsville. Patton also said he is

appreciative of Glen-Ed’s monetary donation toward the project.

Individuals, businesses and organizations are able to donate to Plummer Family Park to help with its development. Naming rights also are available for structures and components of the park. To make a donation to the “A Better Place to Play” campaign, residents and potential sponsors can donate online at betterplacetoplay.com or contact the Edwardsville Community Foundation at edwardsvillecommunityfoundation.org. All donations are tax deductible by the extent of the law through the foundation.

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People At The Party

The Jack Schmitt Cadillac Kick-Off Party, on June 26, at the dealership in O'Fallon, Illinois, marked the Midwest Salute To The Arts kick-off for VIP sponsors, including Jack Schmitt Cadillac, the city of Fairview Heights, and, Providence Bank; volunteers; guests of the party; and, Midwest Salute To The Arts Council members. Midwest Salute To The Arts takes place Aug. 23- 25 at Moody Park in Fairview Heights, featuring 100 artists, live music and a free & family friendly atmosphere. Visit midwestsalute.com for more details.

Pat Peck, Fairview Heights Ward 4 alderman, Jill Moon|The Edge and Dave Peck, assistant director, Illinois State Damaris Montgomery, of Fairview Heights Police Forensic Crime Lab, which covers 32 Illinois counties, both of Fairview Heights, Illinois.

Jill Moon|The Edge Midwest Salute to the Arts Council members and volunteers, front row, left to right, Lalaine Pellman, co-owner of Concept Shoe Repair, a sponsor of Midwest Salute to the Arts; Amy Kempfer; Mary Beth Turner; Marilyn Gagliolo; Sharon Kassing, executive director Midwest Salute to the Arts; and, Mary Schuster. Back row, left to right, Karen Kaufhold, Fairview Heights city clerk; Joe Schuster, Rotary Club of Fairview Heights member; Randy Pellman, co-owner of Concept Shoe Repair; Ange Stoeckel; Betsie Stoeckel; and, Ken Kassing.

The Party continues on Page 13 Jill Moon|The Edge Jerry Mouser, left, finance manager Jack Schmitt Cadillac, city clerk for the city of O’Fallon, Illinois, and Jim Reichert, Cadillac specialist Jack Schmitt Cadillac.

Jill Moon|The Edge Chris Abigt, of Ottumwa, Iowa, 2018 Midwest Salute To The Arts Council Choice Award winner, stands beside the award-winning piece “Secret Garden,” oil on canvas, which is this year’s Midwest Salute To The Arts Council signature piece used in all of its advertising.

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Jill Moon|The Edge Zack Schmitt, sales Jack Schmitt Wood River; Angie Schmitt, Zack’s mother; and, Tyler Strebel, of Alton, Illinois, a bartender at Bossanova Martini Longue and Restaurant, in Alton.

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Jill Moon|The Edge Marlene and Robert Haas, of Belleville, Illinois

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Food for Thought … with Vicki Bennington

Barbecue at its best!

The recently opened Sugarfire Smoke House in Edwardsville has a lot on each and every plate – literally!

Helpings are generous, and choices are plentiful in the casual, rustic dining space at 2323 Plum Street in the IronWorks development, along the Madison County Transit Districts Goshen Trail.

Based in St. Louis, Sugarfire opened its first restaurant in 2012, founded

by Charlie Downs and Chef Mike Johnson. The Edwardsville restaurant makes Sugarfire’s second in Illinois, and the 13th in the country.

When you first walk in, you are greeted with a bar, where you can order shakes, soft drinks or a

beer to sip on while you grab your tray and stand in line to order food.

Starters like smoked fried artichokes with lemon aioli sound really good. A chef or Cracker Jack salad to get things rolling, and then the big decision: Which one of the specialty sandwiches or burgers should I get?

A “Carolina,” with choice of meat starts to call my name. I ordered it with pork, and it comes heaped with cole slaw and a mustard BBQ In this column, Bennington shares drizzle. The meat was her love of food and all that tender and juicy, and that entails, from special dishes at sauce was the creme de local and regional restaurants to la creme. You can buy new trends and fads, and things the Sugarfire St. Louie to try at home. Contact her at Sweet BBQ Sauce (and a vbennington@sbcglobal.net with few other flavors) by the comments, ideas or suggestions. bottle.

Other selections included the brisket dip – which would be a good one to try in the future. It is described as smoked brisket with caramelized onions and Swiss cheese (if you want it), all served on a hoagie with au jus. And since Sugarfire is known for its brisket, pulled pork and ribs, all three are definitely at the top of the list. It’s just a matter of which one to try first.

A chicken biscuit – smoked, fried chicken tossed in house hot sauce, and served on a house biscuit slathered in honey butter – has its appeal, too.

For a vegetarian choice, the smoked portobello double decker sandwich with special sauce, lettuce, balsamic onions, pickles and American cheese makes for a hearty meal.

The selection of sides – macaroni and cheese, house-cut, house-made fries, baked beans and potato salad - lend a “picnic-y,” backyard barbecue kind of feel.

Daily specials include locally farmed produce and meats.

Drinks vary from soda pop and tea, to micro- and macro-beer.

Dessert is available, too, in the form of house-made cookies, pies and milkshakes (with or without alcohol).

Sugarfire opens every day at 11 a.m. For more information, visit sugarfiresmokehouse.com.

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What to do … events Thursday, July 4 • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Family Fun Fest, Glazebrook Park, Godfrey IL, 5 to 9:30 p.m.

Fireworks Celebration, Glik Park, Highland IL, 4 to 9 p.m.

Fireworks Cruise, Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, St. Louis MO, 7:30 p.m.

Concert & Fireworks, Florissant Valley Park, Florissant MO, 7:30 to 9 p.m.

America’s Birthday Parade, Downtown St. Louis, 9:30 a.m.

4th of July Festival, January-Wabash Park, Ferguson MO, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

4th of July Pool Party, Edwardsville Glen Carbon Community Pool, Edwardsville IL, 12 to 4 p.m.

3 v 3 - Outdoor Basketball Tournament, Watershed Nature Trail, Edwardsville IL, 10 a.m.

Fair Saint Louis, Gateway Arch Grounds, St. Louis MO, All day.

Fourth of July Parade, Bridgeton MO, 10 a.m.

4th of July Celebration, White Hall Rez, White Hall IL, 6:30 p.m.

Flag Raising Ceremony, Doc’s HarleyDavidson, St. Louis MO, 10 a.m.

River Road Cruisers 35th Annual Car Show, Sports Complex, Red Bud IL, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, July 5 • • • •

Fair Saint Louis, Gateway Arch Grounds, St. Louis MO, All day.

Friday Nights At The Farm, Grant’s Farm, St. Louis MO, 5 p.m.

Friday Night Flights, BrewHopSTL, St. Louis MO, 6 to 9 p.m.

Adult Pool Party, White Birch Bay Aquatic Center, Hazelwood MO, 7

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Chuck Fruit Aquatic Center, Edwardsville IL, 8 a.m.

Saint Louis FC vs. Loudoun United FC, World Wide Technology Soccer Park, Fenton MO, 7:30 p.m.

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Edwardsville Independence Meet, Chuck Fruit Aquatic Center, Edwardsville IL, 8 a.m.

STL Riverfront Adventure, Big Muddy Adventures, St. Louis MO, 10 a.m.

First Fridays in the Beer Garden, Budweiser Brew House, St. Louis MO, 3 to 7 p.m.

Dog Day Fridays, Urban Chestnut Brewing Company, St. Louis MO, 4:30 to 8 p.m.

Toddler Popsicles in the Park, Bethalto Public Library, Bethalto IL, 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, July 6 • • •

Fair Saint Louis, Gateway Arch Grounds, St. Louis MO, All day.

Land of Goshen Market, Downtown, Edwardsville IL, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Melting Pot Market, Civic Park,

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Granite City IL, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Litter Clean Up, Alton Amphitheater, Alton IL, 9 a.m.

1st Annual Car Show, Prairie Inn, Dorsey IL, 1 to 11 p.m.

Party in the Park & Craft Beer Night, Fairmount Park Race Track, Collinsville IL, 7 p.m.

Show Me Kicks Expo 2019, Old Post Office, St. Louis MO, 12 to 5 p.m.

Saint Jacob Military Appreciation 5k, Saint Jacob Township Park, Saint Jacob IL, 8 a.m.

What Lives in a Creek?, Mastodon State Historic Site, Imperial MO, 10 a.m.

Free Kayaking, Drost Park, Maryville IL, 12 to 5 p.m.

First Saturday Opening, Compton Hill Water Tower, St. Louis MO, 12 to 4 p.m.

Edwardsville Independence Meet,

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Historic Soulard Tour, Soulard Famers Market, St. Louis MO, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Free Guided Pasture Tour, Fresh Pasture Farms, Millstadt IL, 2 p.m.

STL Summer Showdown Car/Bike Show, Grudge Race& Sound Competition, World Wide Technology Raceway, Madison IL, 1 to 10 p.m.

Open House, Wildlife Rescue Center, Ballwin MO, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Skyline Dinner Cruise, Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, St. Louis MO, 7:30 p.m.

The Lewis and Clark Adventure, Big Muddy Adventures, St. Louis MO, 9 a.m.

Edwardsville Independence Meet, Chuck Fruit Aquatic Center, Edwardsville IL, 8 a.m.

Fireworks Over O’Fallon, Sports Park, O’Fallon IL, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday Brunch Cruise, Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, St. Louis MO, 1 p.m.

Meet the Birds Open House, Humane Society of Missouri, St. Louis MO, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Jersey County Fair Backyard BBQ, Fairgrounds, Jerseyville IL, 9 a.m.

Smoke’n Aces Poker League Poker Tournament, LakeHouse at Buffalo Park, Maryville IL, 6:30 p.m.

MEHS opens Woofstock pre-registration, calls for vendors The Edge EDWARDSVILLE — Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) has opened its pre-registration for 2019 Woofstock presented by Carol House Furniture.

This year’s Woofstock will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Triangle H Farm in Edwardsville, Illinois. Proceeds from this event benefit the homeless animals that MEHS saves.

“While we host numerous events throughout the year, Woofstock is a great opportunity for us to celebrate the important, lifesaving work we do with our friends and supporters in the community and to share our mis-

sion and programs with people who may not know the breadth of the services we provide,” said Stephanie Pfaff, development manager with Metro East Humane Society.

“We intentionally kept ticket prices low so everyone can attend, planned a variety of activities for people and pets, and booked an awesome local jam band, Spillie Nelson.

We’ve made sure to include something for everyone. No one else in our community is hosting an event like this and we’re excited to put the ‘fun’ in fundraising!”

The family-friendly event will feature live music entertainment by Spillie Nelson, a dog park presented by Kennelwood Pet Resorts

and a biergarten featuring Recess Brewing’s beer bus. There will also be an exhibitor area featuring local vendors, a kids’ area with pony rides and games, as well as dog demonstrations. The lineup of food trucks includes Indian Sunshine Cuisine, Freddie’s Food Truck and Kona Ice. There will be a “Rescue Row” where other local animal shelters will have booths set up and pets available for adoption.

Tickets can be purchased online at https:// www.mehs.org/woofstock. Individual tickets cost $10 and family passes cost $30. VIP tickets cost $50. The VIP ticket includes preferred parking, access to the VIP lounge and a

12-ounce insulated MEHS tumbler.

MEHS is still accepting vendors for this event. If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Stephanie Pfaff at 314-363-4971.

MEHS provides adoption, foster, low cost veterinary services, humane investigation and education and trap-neuter-return services to a five-county area in southwestern Illinois.

Throughout its 30-year history, MEHS has placed thousands of dogs and cats with forever families, including more than 560 dogs and cats so far this year.

To learn more about MEHS and its mission, visit mehs.org.

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What to hear … music Thursday, July 4 • • • •

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Ticket To The Beatles, Frontier Park, St. Charles MO, 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Tab Benoit, Atomic Cowboy Pavilion, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

Sweetie & Chase, The Thaxton, St. Louis MO, 9:30 p.m.

Northwinds Concert Band Independence Day Concert, Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Florissant MO, 7:30 p.m.

Elton Rock Tribute Dogs of Society, Frontier Park, St. Charles MO, 8:30 p.m.

Chaos Reborn, Imperial Pub & Club, Granite City IL, 8 p.m.

Jeff Chapman Trio, Lake Lou Yaeger, Litchfield IL, 7 p.m.

Sittin on the Porch’ Thursday Night Jam, National Blues Museum, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

Electric Smile, Webster Groves Days, Webster Groves MO, 4 p.m.

Adam Maness Trio, Thurman’s in Shaw, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

(Photo by David A. Smith/Getty Images) Benjamin Gibbard, Zac Rae, and Dave Depper of Death Cab for Cutie perform in concert at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Concert Hall on April 10 in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Jungle Boogie Concert Series, Saint Louis Zoo, St. Louis MO, 5 p.m.

Outrun The Fall, The Firebird, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Howlin’ Friday with the Renaissance Band, National Blues Museum, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Andy Frasco & The U.N. with Magic Beans, Atomic Cowboy Pavilion, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

Rum Drum Ramblers, The Focal Point, Maplewood MO, 8 p.m.

Awayfromreason, Pop’s Concert Venue, Sauget IL, 6:30 p.m.

GenX, Fast Eddie’s Bon Air, Alton IL, 8 p.m.

Walter Trout, Old Rock House, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Pepperland (Beatles Revue), Blueberry Hill Duck Room, University City MO, 9 p.m.

Flipside Light, Wood River Moose 1349, Wood River IL, 7 p.m.

Elliott Pearson & Karen Choi, Evangeline’s Bistro, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Masterminds, Doits Village Inn, Pontoon Beach IL, 9:30 p.m.

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St Louis Americana Festival, Atomic Cowboy Pavilion & The Bootleg, St. Louis MO, 4:30 p.m.

Ariana Grande: Sweetener World

Tour, Enterprise Center, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Carly Rae Jepsen, The Pageant, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Lee Brice, Ballpark Village, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

90s Tribute Night, Pop’s Concert Venue, Sauget IL, 6:30 p.m.

Dreadnought, Fubar, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Bruiser Queen, Off Broadway Music Venue, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Showcase Saturday with the Voodoo Blues Band, National Blues Museum, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Jacob Jolliff Band, Old Rock House, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Undertow: A Tribute to Tool, Delmar Hall, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

The Funk Ward, Copper Dock Winery, Pocahontas IL, 6 p.m.

The Triplets of Grubville, Evangeline’s Bistro & Music House, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Jazz Triple Play, The Grandel, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Gypsy Soul, The Pump House Bar & Grill, Wood River IL, 9 p.m.

Number4Combo, Chez Marilyn, Alton IL, 8 p.m.

Music & Fireworks, Copper Dock Winery, Pocahontas IL, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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Nikki Lane, Off Broadway Music Venue, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

The Head and the Heart, Stifel Theatre, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Aaron Wilkerson, Edgewild, Edwardsville IL, 2 to 5 p.m.

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Ridin’ Shotgun, WhoDats Southern Food, Collinsville IL, 7 p.m.

Soulful Sunday with John McVey, National Blues Museum, St. Louis MO, 4 p.m.

Skylark Brothers “JT Solo”, The Brown Bag Bistro, Alton IL, 1 to 4 p.m.

Ratboys, Blueberry Hill Duck Room, University City MO, 8 p.m.

Arcadia Dance Orchestra, 2720 Cherokee, St. Louis MO, 1 p.m.

Whiskey Raccoons, Biergarten at Anheuser-Busch Brewery, St. Louis MO, 12 p.m.

JanaeSound and Chris Grindz, The Monocle, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Ross Bell, The Shaved Duck, St. Louis MO, 4 p.m.

Big Wheel, Grafton Winery & Brewhaus, Grafton IL, 2 to 6 p.m.

You, Me and Dougie, Molly’s in Soulard, St. Louis MO, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Monday, July 8 • • • • • • • •

Death Cab for Cutie, Stifel Theatre, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

The Doubleclicks, Pieces: The St. Louis Board Game Bar & Café, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Bobby Rolens, Prairie Inn, Dorsey IL, 6 p.m.

Built To Spill, The Ready Room, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Cookie Tongue, Wooter and Big Step, Foam, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Vince Martin, Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Open Mic Monday & Happy Hour, Rootbound, Clayton MO, 5 p.m.

Adam Maness, Thurman’s in Shaw, St.

Louis MO, 11 a.m.

Tuesday, July 9 • • • • • • • • •

Heart: Love Alive Tour, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, Maryland Heights MO, 7 p.m.

Gaslight Jazz Series with Lamar Harris, The Gaslight, St. Louis MO, 7:30 p.m.

St. Louis Blues Society Presents John McVey Band, The Dark Room, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Moon Hooch, Old Rock House, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Daddy Long Legs, Off Broadway Music Venue, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Kemble the Band, Milque Toast Bar, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

The Gabe Stillman Band, BB’s Jazz, Blues and Soups, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Evan Cole, Broadway Oyster Bar, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

Johnny Chase, Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

Wednesday, July 10 • • • • • • •

Matt Powell, LakeHouse at Buffalo Park, Maryville IL, 7 p.m.

Joe Metzka & Terry Grohman, 1818 Chophouse, Edwardsville IL, 6 p.m.

Michigan Rattlers, Old Rock House, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Voodoo Clapton, Broadway Oyster Bar, St. Louis MO, 9:30 p.m.

Priests, Off Broadway Music Venue, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

John Two-Hawks, Mineral Springs Hotel, Alton IL, 7 p.m.

Ross Bell and Friends, 1860 Saloon & Hardshell Café, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

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What to discover … arts Thursday, July 4 • • • • • • • •

Brighton Farmer’s Market, Schneider Park, Brighton IL, 4 to 7 p.m.

Support Up Veteran Ventures Charity Event, Vive Yoga Studio, Edwardsville IL, 9 a.m.

The RIDE White and Blue - 4th of July Ride and Brunch, Bike Surgeon Outpost, O’Fallon IL, 8:30 a.m.

Mommy & Me Yoga, Urban Breath Yoga, Maplewood MO, 10:15 a.m.

Alterations Night, City Sewing Room, St. Louis MO, 6 p.m.

Yoga for Stress Relief, Energy Yoga & Fitness, Highland IL, 6 p.m.

Preschool Story Time, Edwardsville Public Library, Edwardsville IL, 10 a.m.

Drink in Art, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis MO, 5 p.m.

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STLAS - 7th Annual LaBute New Theater Festival, The Gaslight Theater, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

First Fridays, Grand Center Arts District, St. Louis MO, 5 to 9 p.m.

“Candide,” Union Avenue Opera, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m., Runs through July 13th.

Reel Late at the Tivoli: “The Return of the Living Dead,” Landmark’s Tivoli Theatre, St. Louis MO, 11:55 p.m.

The Plastic Cup Boyz, Helium Comedy Club, St. Louis MO, 7:30 p.m., Runs through July 7th.

Insight’s The Revolutionists, The Marcelle, St. Louis MO, 8 p.m., Runs through July 14th.

One-Day Mosaic Workshop, Jacoby Arts Center, Alton IL, 6 p.m.

Paint Nite, Café Ventana, St. Louis MO, 6:30 p.m.

Movie Night - “The Sandlot,” Wellspent Brewing Co., St. Louis MO, 8 p.m.

Muuurder in Maaaybury Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Lemp Mansion Restaurant & Inn, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Friday at the Movies, Glen Carbon Library, Glen Carbon IL, 11 a.m.

(Photo by Christoph Soeder/picture alliance via Getty Images) Nicole Chevalier (first row second from left) as Kunigunde, Franz Hawlata (top middle) as Dr. Pangloss and Allan Clayton (first row second from right) as Candide perform with other actors at the photo rehearsal of the musical “Candide.”

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Reel Late at the Tivoli: “The Return of the Living Dead,” Landmark’s Tivoli Theatre, St. Louis MO, 11:55 p.m.

Alton History & Hauntings Walking Tour, First Unitarian Church of Alton, Alton IL, 7 p.m.

What is Paganism?, Mystical Journeys,

Alton IL, 2 to 4 p.m.

Downtown History and Architecture Extravaganza, City Garden, St. Louis MO, 2 to 4 p.m.

Oil Painting Class, VonDell Gallery & Studios, Wood River IL, 9 a.m.

Yoga in the Park, Leclaire Park, Edwardsville IL, 8 a.m.

Muuurder in Maaaybury Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Lemp Mansion Restaurant & Inn, St. Louis, 7 p.m.

Outdoor Meditation, Riverview Park, Alton IL, 8:30 a.m.

One Shot! Stained Glass Heart, The MAC - Macoupin Art Collective, Staunton IL, 1 p.m.

Storytime, 222 Artisan Bakery, Edwardsville IL, 11 a.m.

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Reel Late at the Tivoli: “The Return of the Living Dead,” Landmark’s Tivoli Theatre, St. Louis MO, 11:55 p.m.

Free Morning Yoga, Schnucks, Maplewood MO, 9 a.m.

Public Workshop, Courage & Grace, Edwardsville IL, 5 to 8 p.m.

Fountain Pen Sketching, St. Louis Art Supply, St. Louis MO, 1 to 4 p.m.

Paper Casting Workshop, Stone Soup Galleries, Chesterfield MO, 12 p.m.

The Flyover Comedy Open Mic, HandleBar, St. Louis MO, 9 p.m.

Kid’s Monthly Art Class, A Holistic Approach, Glen Carbon IL, 1 p.m.

Library Tour, St. Louis Mercantile Library, St. Louis MO, 2 p.m.

Knit/Crochet Day, The Weaving Dept./Myers House, Florissant MO, 1 p.m.

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Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” The Muny, St. Louis MO, 8:15 p.m., runs through July 16 Infant/Child CPR, Anderson Hospital’s Pavilion for Women, Maryville IL, 6 p.m.

Illinois Jr Chefs-Cooking School, Hartford Public Library, Hartford IL, 1 p.m.

Classics in the Loop: “2001: A Space Odyssey,” Landmark’s Tivoli Theatre, St. Louis MO, 4 p.m.

Sunset SUP Yoga, Boathouse Paddle Co., St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

STL Riverfront Adventure, Big Muddy Adventures, St. Louis MO, 10 a.m.

Summer Yoga Chill, RunWell, Edwardsville IL, 6:30 p.m.

Smoke’n Aces Poker League Tournament, The Back Bar, Edwardsville IL, 6:30 p.m.

Movie Mondays on The Patio, Tropical Liqueurs, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Books for Babies, Edwardsville Public Library, Edwardsville IL, 10 a.m.

Ninja Hour, Bethalto Public Library, Bethalto IL, 3 p.m.

Tuesday, July 9 • • • • •

Yoga Under the Stars, Saint Louis Science Center, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Heartland Prairie Walk, Gordon Moore Park, Alton IL, 5:30 p.m.

Here Comes Baby Class, Anderson Hospital’s Pavilion for Women, Maryville IL, 6 p.m.

Yoga, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield MO, 6 p.m.

Wheel Throwing, Jacoby Arts Center,

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Alton IL, 6 p.m.

Mighty Cubs Youth Running Camp, Schon Park, Glen Carbon IL, 8:45 a.m.

Cookie Decorating with Blackbird Bakery, The MAC - Macoupin Art Collective, Staunton IL, 6 p.m. $2 Tuesday Movie, The Wildey Theatre, Edwardsville IL, 7 p.m.

Horse Hooky Afternoon Racing & Beach Party, Fairmount Park Race Track, Collinsville IL, 12 to 4 p.m.

Free Sunrise Yoga, Kiener Plaza, St. Louis MO, 7 a.m.

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John Two-Hawks: Wisdom from the Sacred Hoop, It’s Raining Zen, Alton IL, 4 to 6 p.m.

Yoga + Beer, Urban Chestnut Brewing Company (Midtown), St. Louis MO, 6:30 p.m.

Tea and scones, The London Tea Room, St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

YogArt, Jacoby Arts Center, Alton IL, 5:30 p.m.

Illinois Jr Chefs-Cooking School, Hartford Public Library, Hartford IL, 1 p.m.

Newborn 411, Momentum Wellness and Learning, Edwardsville IL, 6 p.m.

Tools 101: Table Saw Workshop, Perennial, St. Louis MO, 6:30 p.m.

Sunset SUP Yoga, Boathouse Paddle Co., St. Louis MO, 7 p.m.

Xtreme Bar Bingo, Alton VFW Post 1308, Alton IL, 7 p.m.

Drinks & Dreamcatchers: An Art Class, The Heavy Anchor, St. Louis MO, 5:30 p.m.

Glass on Glass Mosaic, Jacoby Arts Center, Alton IL, 5:30 p.m.

18 • Thursday, July 4, 2019 • On the Edge of the Weekend

Cole Hunter, of Edwardsville, Illinois “I’m a homegrown Edwardsville boy, I like to do some fishing. And, we pull up the big booms. You know when you were a kid and had the little snakes? No, we have the big booms.”

Labreda Patterson, of Belleville, Illinois “Usually hang out with my friends, make snacks decorated, maybe play volleyball, maybe swim, probably go to the lake.”

What do you do on the Fourth of July?

Photos by Jill Moon|The Edge

Eilish O’Donnell, of Belleville “Go to the lake with my friends.”

Noelle Parker, of Belleville, and her Boston terrier puppy, Bentley “Usually hang out with my family, we barbecue.

All the neighbors come over.”

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