In This Issue Work to Achieve Your Financial Independence, by Denise Arendell Local Events
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Easy Shrimp Skewers Recipe On Page 15 Dear Metro East Messenger Readers, We are so excited to see more local businesses opening back up and more fun events being scheduled again! Be sure to mark your calendar with all the activities that we have listed inside. At the time of this writing, we are currently in Phase 3. Be sure to confirm that an event hasn’t been cancelled or postponed before attending. Thank you for reading The Metro East Messenger and supporting local businesses!
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Work to Achieve Your Financial Independence
By Denise Arendell
Over the past few months, just about everyone has felt the loss of some type of freedom, whether it’s being able to travel, engage in social gatherings or participate in other activities we previously took for granted. Still, as we prepare to observe Independence Day, it’s comforting to realize all the freedoms we still have in this country. And taking the right steps can also help you achieve your financial independence.
Here are some moves to consider: • Build an emergency fund. It’s a good idea to create an emergency fund consisting of three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a liquid, low-risk account. With this fund in place, you can avoid dipping into your long-term investments to pay for short-term, unexpected costs. • Keep your debts under control. It’s not easy to do, but if you can consistently minimize your debt load, you can have more money to invest for the future and move closer toward achieving your financial liberty. One way to keep your debts down is to establish a budget and stick to it, so you can avoid unnecessary spending. • Contribute as much as possible to your retirement plans. The more money you can save for retirement, the greater your feelings of financial independence. So it’s essential that you contribute as much as you can to your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. At a minimum, put in enough to earn your employer’s match, if one is offered, and every time your salary goes up, boost your annual contributions. Even if you participate in a 401(k), you’re probably also still eligible to contribute to an IRA, which can help you build even more funds for retirement. And because you can fund an IRA with virtually any type of investment, you can broaden your portfolio mix.
• Explore long-term care coverage. One day, your financial independence could be threatened by your need for some type of long-term care. It now costs, on average, over $100,000 for a private room in a nursing home and more than $50,000 for the services of a home health aide, according to Genworth, an insurance company. Most of these costs won’t be covered by Medicare, either, so, if you want to reduce the risk of seriously depleting all your financial resources – or burdening your adult children with these heavy expenses – you may want to consider some type of long-term care insurance. You could choose a traditional long-term care policy – which can cover a nursing home stay, home health care, or other services – or a hybrid policy, which provides long-term care coverage plus a death benefit. (cont.) www.metroeastmessenger.com
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• Manage withdrawals carefully. Once you retire, your financial freedom will depend a great deal on how skillful you are in managing the money in your retirement accounts. Specifically, you need to be careful about how much you withdraw from these accounts each year. If you set a withdrawal rate that’s too high in your early years of retirement, you might eventually risk outliving your resources. So, set a withdrawal rate that reflects your age, assets, retirement lifestyle and other factors. You may want to consult with a financial professional to establish an appropriate rate. As you can see, working toward your financial independence is a lifelong activity – but it’s worth the effort.
Denise Arendell, Financial Advisor Edward Jones Investments
303 Fountains Parkway, Suite 210 Fairview Heights, IL 62208 (618)622-4977 edwardjones.com
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Local Events Recycle Event, June 27th, 2020, 9am-12pm @Troy United Methodist Church, 407 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL. The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob Marine Chamber of Commerce is hosting a recycle event at Troy United Methodist Church. We will be collecting electronics, paper shredding, and old prescription pick up. Accepted Electronic Items: https://www.cjdecycling.com/electronics. Please have all items in the truck of your car. Blood Drive, June 29th, 3-7pm@ American Legion Post 365, 1033 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL. State Representative Katie Stuart is partnering with the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center to host a blood drive, as the region is facing a blood shortage. Safety protocols have been put in place to protect donors, staff members, and blood recipients. Donations by appointment only. No walk-ins to maintain social distancing. Face masks required. If you do not have a mask, then one will be provided for you. To schedule an appointment, please visit https://www.bloodcenter.org/and use sponsor code 10997. Brick Street Market, July 1st, 2020, 3-7pm @Brick Street, Lebanon, IL. Join us for our Farmers Market. July 1, August 5, and September 2nd. On the corner of Rt.4 and the Brick Street. More details to follow as we plan this event. For updates, follow their Facebook page: https://bit.ly/2NeYKbq. Grafton Fireworks! July 2nd, 2020, 9-11pm @Grafton Riverfront, Grafton, IL. Come out early for entertainment and food specials at local restaurants. As the sun goes down, fireworks will light up the night sky. For more information, call (618) 786-7000.
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Restaurant Directory Restaurant Name
Address
Other Features
Website
American/Bar & Grill 1) 27 Jct Dr W, Glen Carbon, IL 62034, (618)659-1922 Classic American comfort food, Open 24 Denny's 2) 522 Ramada Blvd, Collinsville, IL 62234, www.dennys.com Hours (618) 345-8995 3) 737 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618) 622-0471 Cajun Comfort Food/Fresh Gulf Shores Restaurant www.gulfshoresrestaura 215 Harvard Drive, Edwardsville, IL, (618) 650-9109 Seafood/Daily Specials/Weekly Live & Grill ntandgrill.com Music (see website for dates and times) IHOP
Kool Beanz Café
Lottie's Café
1028 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618)632-5400
212 E State St, O Fallon, IL 62269, (618) 589-3843
Wide variety of pancakes, American breakfast and diner fare.
www.ihop.com
Specialty Coffee, Gourmet Tea, Handcrafted Smoothies, Breakfast and https://koolbeanzlife.co Lunch Served, Vegan/Vegetarian m/ Options Available. Baked Goods
1099 Belt Line Road, Suite D, Collinsville, IL 62234, Carryout/Catering/Daily www.facebook.com/Lotti (618) 223-8253 Specials/Gaming/Occasional Live Music es-Cafe
Mady's
623 Edwardsville Road, Troy, Illinois (618) 505-7188
Bar/Casino
Mady's Facebook Page
McDill's Irish Pub
334 Saint Louis Rd Collinsville, IL, 62234 (618) 344-9875
Daily Food Specials/Dine in or Carry Out/Pool Table/Gaming/UFC Fight Viewing
https://www.facebook.c om/McDills
Peel Wood Fired Pizza
The Command Post Bar and Grill The Wooden Nickel Pub & Grill
1) 921 S. Arbor Vitae, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Order (618)659-856 Online/Carryout/Patio/Brewery/Seasona www.peelpizza.com 2) 1104 S. Cherry St., O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618)726l Specials 2244 Video Gaming/Pool/Dart Leagues/Draft https://www.facebook.c and Craft Beer Selections/Daily 104 N Main St, Troy, IL 62294(618) 667-9892 om/TheCommandPost70 Specials/Children welcome with an 8/ adult. 18+ https://www.facebook.c 171 S. Main St, Glen Carbon, IL Patio/Carryout/Happy Hour/Daily om/WoodenNickelGlenC (618) 288-2141 Specials/Occasional Live Music arbon/
Time Out Sports Bar & Grill
111 W Market St, Troy, IL 62294 (618) 667-2221
Carryout/Daily Specials/Happy Hour/Gaming/Occasional Live Music
China King (Edwardsville)
1063 S State Rt. 157, Edwardsville, IL 62025, (618) 692-1888
Dine in/Carry Out/Order Online/Delivery
www.edwardsvillechinaki ng.com
China King (Troy)
535 Troy Ave #537, Troy, IL 62294, (618) 667-8886
Dine in/Carry Out
See Menu
www.timeoutsportsbargr ill.com
Asian
Mariachi's Mexican Restaurant
Zapata's Mexican Restaurant
Mexican 1) 400 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL 62220, (618) 236-9492 2) 2922 N Center St, Maryville, IL 62062, (618) 288-6300 3) 717 W Washington St, Millstadt, IL 62260, (618) 476-6223 1) 8 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, IL, (618) 343-1337 2) 4660 N Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL, (618) 277-5474
Carryout/Order Online/Catering/Daily www.mariachismexfood. Specials/Gaming/Party Room com
Lunch Buffet/Carry Out/Catering/Daily www.zapatasmexican.co Specials/Party Room/Karaoke Every m Other Friday
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Business Directory Gas & Convenience 7900 N Illinois St, Caseyville, IL 62232
(618) 344-1286
2233 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 344-1352
301 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 624-6013
6559 IL-162, Maryville, IL 62062 826 W Hwy 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269 1242 Thouvenot Ln, Shiloh, IL 62269 536 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294
(618) 288-7920 (618) 632-2177 (618) 622-2220 (618) 667-4581
Handee Mart
411 N Main St, Caseyville, IL 62232
(618) 344-3667
https://www.facebook.com/ handeemartcaseyville/
Huck's Convenient Food Store
1029 Lincoln Hwy, Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 632-4807
www.hucks.com
702 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 345-9777
Pilot Travel Center Shell
970 US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269 820 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294 1011 W US-50, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 622-0630 (618) 667-0946 (618) 632-2787
pilotflyingj.com https://find.shell.com
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819 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294
(618) 667-9931
www.ta-petro.com
Circle K
Moto Mart
www.circlek.com
www.shell.com
Retail & Services Bike Surgeon
201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 622-1693
https://bikesurgeon.com/
Chelsey Reed-Hair Designer & Makeup Artist
2400 N Center St Maryville, IL, 62062
(618) 410-0882
www.facebook.com/chereed hairstylist
Chiropractic Works
410 Regency Ctr, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 477-8364
www.chiropracticworkscollin sville.com
Code 3 Spices
302 E. Main St. Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 855-8855
https://code3spices.com/
DogWatch Hidden Fences
Email: Alan@dogwatchofillinois.com
(618) 692-9131
www.dogwatchofillinois.com
Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Denise Arendell
303 Fountains Parkway, Suite 210 Fairview Heights, Il 62208 denise.arendell@edwardjones.com
(618) 622-4977
www.edwardjones.com/deni se-arendell
Kelly's Butcher Shop & Deli
804 South Main St., Troy, IL 62294
(618) 667-6268
https://www.facebook.com/ KellysButcherShopDeli/
Lonnie's Liquors
2004 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 344-3430
1150 St. Louis Road, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 345-0611
25 Commercial St, Millstadt, IL 62260
(618) 476-7490
7835 Ivory Ave. St. Louis, MO 63111
(314) 638-2710
Email: Alan@xgreensynthetic.com
(314) 241-8873
Mike's Automotive
Xtreme Green Synthetic Turf
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Hotels Comfort Inn Collinsville
8 Commerce Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234
(480) 725-1637
www.wyndhamhotels.com
Days Inn Collinsville
12 Commerce Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 803-4032
www.wyndhamhotels.com
4 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 346-0607
www.marriott.com
Fairfield Inn by Marriott St. LouisCollinsville La Quinta Inn & Suites Collinsville
6 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234
(618) 855-8400
www.laquintacollinsville.com
(618) 223-5383
www.wyndhamhotels.com
(618) 624-3636
www.choicehotels.com
(618) 212-1300
www.ihg.com
(618) 688-2526
www.wyndhamhotels.com
(618) 398-7124
www.radisonhotels.com
Best Western- Troy
2 Gateway Drive, Collinsville, IL 62234 305 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 313 Salem Pl, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 45 Ludwig Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 140 Ludwig Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 2020 Formosa Rd, Troy, IL 62294
(618) 667-9200
www.bestwestern.com
Red Roof Inn
2030 Formosa Rd, Troy, IL 62294
(618) 667-2222
www.redroof.com
Super 8-Troy
910 Edwardsville Rd, Troy, IL 62294
(618) 505-1189
www.wyndhamhotels.com
Super 8-Collinsville Econo Lodge Holiday Inn Super 8 by Wyndham Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
Best Western
116 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 622-8600
www.bestwestern.com
Extended Stay America
154 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 624-1757
www.extendedstayamerica.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites
136 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 726-2323
www.wyndhamhotels.com
Sleep Inn
140 Venita Dr, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 589-3999
www.choicehotels.com
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
445 Regency Park Drive, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 624-4900
www.marriott.com
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Local Events Red Cross Blood Drive, July 2nd, 2020, 3-7pm @O’Fallon Fire Rescue, 567 W 3rd St, O’Fallon, IL. Altered Red Cross policies and procedures put into place amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. For more info, go to https://bit.ly/2zOIURO.
Drive-In Fireworks Show at the Gateway Grizzlies, July 3rd and 4th, 2020 @ GCS Credit Union Ballpark, 2301 Grizzlies Bear Blvd, Sauget, IL. Come enjoy the greatest firework shows on July 3rd or 4th in the Greater St. Louis area at GCS Credit Union Ballpark in Sauget, Illinois. DEADLINE FOR PURCHASES IS JUNE 25TH! WE WILL NOT BE SELLING TICKETS AFTER. Lot price per car: $150 (Gold), $40 (White), $30 (Red and Blue). Buy tickets at https://bit.ly/3cZq9Zi. For questions, call (618)337-3000. Independence Day Party at Edison’s, July 4th, 2020, Noon-10pm @Edison’s Entertainment Complex, 2477 S. State Rt 157, Edwardsville, IL. It’s a July 4th party to remember! Bags and bocce tournaments. Family-friendly fun. Lemonade stand *strawberry*blueberry*raspberry. Outdoor games. Picnic style food and drink. Indoor and outdoor dining. For more info, go to www.edisonsfun.com. Red, White, & Wine, July 4th, 2020, 11am-Midnight @Bella Vista Winery, 6633 E. Main St. Maryville, IL. Join us for our 4th of July Celebration! We will be having a limited food menu for purchase. We will also be having red and white themed wine slushees and a beer bucket special. For the kids, we will have popsicles! There will be live music from Brad Noe and Lil' Sister Band throughout the day and evening! For more info, https://bit.ly/2UZwqOr.
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Local Events Family Fun Fitness Nights, July 6th, 2020, 5-8pm @World Wide Technology Raceway, 700 Raceway Blvd, Madison IL. Are you looking for a safe and affordable way to enjoy biking, walking or running? World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Illinois may have the answer: Family Fun Fitness Nights. Events are open to all cyclists, walkers, and runners. Pets, scooters, and skateboards are not permitted. Enjoy our infield area and track in a safe environment from 5- 8 p.m. Admission is $5 per person at the gate. For more info, https://bit.ly/2AS37GP. Gateway Drive-In Music and Movie, July 11th, 2020, 6:30-10pm. Hosted by Gateway Convention Center and City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation, 10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL. Join us for a night under the stars including a performance by the band Strange Buffalo (6:45 -8:15pm), with the movie "Pokémon Detective Pikachu", to follow. Families are welcome to bring their own food and beverages however, concessions will be available for purchase. Registration is $20.00 per car in advance online, or $30.00 day of the event. Admission includes access to the band and movie. PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID restrictions and the safety for all, we will only be accepting credit cards as a form of payment for entry and concessions. Cash will not be accepted. For tickets, go to https://bit.ly/30THSPk. I Scream For Ice Cream Ride, July 12th, 2020, 6:30am-4pm @The Cyclery and Fitness Center, 2472 Troy Rd, Edwardsville, IL. One of our most popular rides that explore miles and miles of the world-class MCT trail system. Work up an appetite and cool off with treats from Annie’s Frozen Custard at the final rest stop. After the ride, there will be food and cold drinks. Mileage: 7, 13, 20, 35, 54. Terrain: Mostly flat with some hills. Pre-registration: Member $9 // Non-Member $12. Day-of Price: Member $15 // Non-Member $25. For more info and registration, go to https://bit.ly/3dhZI0V. Gateway Drive-In Music and Movie, July 18th, 2020, 6:30-10pm. Hosted by Gateway Convention Center and City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation, 10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL. Join us for a night under the stars including a performance by the band Straight 6 (6:45 -8:15pm), with the movie "The Secret Life of Pets 2", to follow. Families are welcome to bring their own food and beverages however, concessions will be available for purchase. Registration is $20.00 per car in advance online, or $30.00 day of the event. Admission includes access to the band and movie. PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID restrictions and the safety for all, we will only be accepting credit cards as a form of payment for entry and concessions. Cash will not be accepted. For tickets, go to https://bit.ly/2YdSx5T. Lebanon, IL City Wide Yard Sale, July 18th, 2020, 7am-1pm. Hosted by the Lebanon Woman’s Club. Sign up on the map via our online store: https://lwc-102792.square.site/. We will have paper maps and a digital map, too! Movie in the Park, July 25th, 2020, 7-9pm @ Drost Park, 8 Schiber Ct, Maryville, IL. Join us at Drost Park for the movie "Aladdin" starting at 7:00pm to 9:00pm. https://www.vil.maryville.il.us/ Shop Small in Belleville, July 25th, 2020, 1am-4pm @Belle Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center, 200 South Belt East, Belleville, IL. Over 60 vendors, make & takes, crafts, goodie bags, clothes, giveaways, and more! For more info: https://bit.ly/2YLBION. www.metroeastmessenger.com
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Local Events Caseyville Village Wide Yard Sale, August 7th & 8th, 2020, 7am-5pm. Permits are $10 and must be purchased at the Caseyville Public Library between July 1-31. To be included on the map, you MUST purchase a permit by Friday July 31. Maps available by Saturday, August 1 at FCB Bank, Caseyville Village Hall, Caseyville Library, Caytown. For more info, 618.345.5848 or www.caseyvillelibrary.org. Shop 'Til You Drop Book Sale at the Caseyville Library, August 7th & 8th, 2020, 8am-4pm, Organized by the Friends of the Caseyville Library, Bake Sale, Rummage Sale, Book Sale: $5 a bag, we provide the bag. Junk in the Trunk Rummage Sale: $10 to participate in selling items; contact Friends@Caseyvillelibrary.org to reserve your spot. End of Summer Luau Bash! August 15th, 2020, 11am -12am @ Bella Vista Winer, 6633 E. Main St, IL. Join us for an end of Summer Luau Bash! Limited menu will be offered including a Hawaiian Pig Roast complete with a refreshing Pineapple Wine Slush! Live music from the talented ShortMist Duo from 1:30PM-5:30PM and Hunter Peeble from 7:00PM-11:00PM. So bring your leis and put on your Hawaiian Shirts for a family friendly, fun-filled day to end the summer! For more info: https://bit.ly/37J1V4z. 32nd Midwest Salute To The Arts, August 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2020. This 3 day outdoor event featuring 100 juried artists exhibiting in watercolor, oil, wood, sculpture, drawing, mixed media, jewelry, glass, clay, photography and more! Family friendly, free parking and admission, open to the public. Food court, live art demonstrations, entertainment, interactive children's creation station. Fun for the whole family! https://midwestsalute.com/ www.metroeastmessenger.com
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Easy Shrimp Skewers Grilled meals provide a summer escape for many families by offering opportunities to spend moments together while enjoying flavorful dishes. As Americans face uncertainty in many aspects of life, one place they should be able to turn to for normalcy is food. Find more ways to add seafood to your summer menu at eatseafoodamerica.com.
Easy Shrimp Skewers Recipe courtesy of Annessa Chumbley, RDN, on behalf of the Seafood Nutrition Partnership Prep time: 5 minutes, Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 5 10 wooden skewers water 2 medium zucchinis, cut into large chunks 2 medium bell peppers (any color), cut into large chunks 2 red onions, cut into large chunks 1 cup cherry tomatoes 10-12 ounces cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on olive oil sea salt, to taste 1 lemon, juice only
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In bowl, soak skewer sticks in water at least 10 minutes to prevent burning on grill). Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Build skewers by alternating zucchinis, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and shrimp, pushing ingredients closely together on each skewer. Brush each with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, to taste. Cook skewers about 9 minutes, rotating every 3 minutes until veggies and shrimp are seared but not overcooked. Remove and place on large platter. Drizzle with lemon juice and serve.
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